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Home My WebLink About11-24-2025 City Council Meeting Packet CITY COUNCIL MEETING Mayor Amáda Márquez Simula Councilmembers Connie Buesgens Rachel James Justice Spriggs Laurel Deneen City Manager Aaron Chirpich City Hall—Council Chambers, 3989 Central Ave NE Monday, November 24, 2025 6:00 PM AMENDED AGENDA AMENDED ON 11/24/25 TO INCLUDE ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS TO ITEM #12 AND REVISED RESOLUTION FOR ITEM #13 ATTENDANCE INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC Members of the public who wish to attend may do so in-person, or by using Microsoft Teams Meeting at columbiaheightsmn.gov/joinameeting ID 221 852 033 166, Passcode HD9W8xR6. Additionally, members of the public may view the meeting live at columbiaheightsmn.gov/watch. For questions, please call the Administration Department at 763-706-3610. Auxiliary aids or other accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request when the request is made at least 72 hours in advance. Please contact Administration at 763 -706-3610 to make arrangements. WELCOME/CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL MISSION STATEMENT Columbia Heights is a vibrant, healthy and connected City. We are here to actively support the community, deliver equitable services, build and strengthen connections, improve upon our past, and uphold our successes. We strive to be better and ensure Columbia Heights is a great place for everyone, today and in the future. Columbia Heights City Council and Staff Norms. While we are accountable to each other for these norms, the Mayor and City Manager will help us adhere to them with respectful reminders and reinforcement as needed. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all." APPROVAL OF AGENDA (The Council, upon majority vote of its members, may make additions and deletions to the agenda. These may be items submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.) PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITION, ANNOUNCEMENTS, GUESTS A. Native American Heritage Proclamation. Accepting Proclamation: Senator Mary Kunesh B. Happy Holidays Proclamation. Accepting Proclamation: 1 City of Columbia Heights AGENDA November 24, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 2 COMMUNITY FORUM The Community Forum is an opportunity to address the City Council about items not scheduled for a public hearing. All speakers must provide their name and connection to Columbia Heights. In-person speakers should complete a form for the City Clerk and introduce themselves at the podium. Virtual speakers should send their information to the moderator via chat and turn on their camera when called. Comments are limited to five minutes. Disrespectful language is not allowed. The Council may ask questions or refer items for follow-up but typically does not take action during the forum. CITY COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Report of the City Council Report of the City Manager CONSENT AGENDA These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted as part of the Consent Agenda by one motion. Items removed from consent agenda approval will be taken up as the next order of business. (The City Council will make motion to approve the Consent Agenda following the statement of all items.) 1. Approve November 10, 2025, City Council Meeting Minutes. MOTION: Move to approve the November 10, 2025, City Council meeting minutes. 2. Approve November 10, 2025, City Council Executive Session Meeting Minutes re City Manager Annual Performance Appraisal. MOTION: Move to approve the November 10, 2025, City Council Executive Session meeting minutes to memorialize the completion of City Manager Chirpich’s positive performance review with corresponding 3% merit increase effective June 25, 2025 ($187,469) and 4% COLA increase effective January 1, 2026, which will result in a salary of $194,958.40. 3. Accept October 1, 2025, Library Board Minutes. MOTION: Move to accept the October 1, 2025, Library Board meeting minutes. 4. Cancel the December 22, 2025 City Council Meeting. MOTION: Move to cancel the December 22, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting. 5. Consideration of Resolution 2025-87 for a 2025 Minnesota Housing (MHFA) Local Housing Trust Fund Grant. MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2025-87, there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to approve Resolution 2025-87, a resolution of the City Council for the City 2 City of Columbia Heights AGENDA November 24, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 3 of Columbia Heights, Minnesota, accepting a 2025 Local Housing Trust Fund Grants Program grant from Minnesota Housing. 6. Consideration of Resolution 2025-88, Updating Income Limit for Senior Citizen Utility Rates. MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2025-88 there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution 2025-88, being a resolution updating the income limit for senior citizen utility rates. 7. 4300 Central Avenue – TIF Pledge for General Obligation TIF Revenue Bonds Amended. MOTION: Move to approve the pledge agreement between the City of Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority and the City, herby authorizing the Mayor and C ity Manager to execute and deliver the Pledge Agreement substantially in the form on file, providing for the pledge of tax increment derived from property in the TIF District for the payment of the principal of, premium, if any, and interest on the Bond. 8. Approval of Tow Contract Recommendation. MOTION: Move to authorize the City Manager to enter a contract with Collins Brothers Towing dba Schmit Towing, Inc. for towing, impounding and storage of motor vehicles as specified in the City’s Request. The term of this contract is to be January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030. 9. License Agenda. MOTION: Move to approve the items listed on the business license agenda for November 24, 2025, as presented. 10. Rental Occupancy Licenses for Approval. MOTION: Move to approve the items listed for rental housing license applications for November 24, 2025, in that they have met the requirements of the Property Maintenance Code. 11. Review of Bills. MOTION: Move that in accordance with Minnesota Statute 412.271, subd. 8 the City Council has reviewed the enclosed list to claims paid by check and by electronic funds transfer in the amount of $1,118,372.76. PUBLIC HEARINGS This is the public’s opportunity to speak regarding this matter. Speakers that are in -person are asked to complete a Speaker Form and submit it to the City Clerk. Speakers attending virtually should send a request to speak with this information to the moderator using the chat function and wait to be called on to speak. When speaking, virtual attendees should turn their camera on. Speakers should limit their comments to five (5) minutes. Any comments made after the public hearing is closed will not be considered by the City Council and will not be included as part of the formal record for this matter as the item will have been voted on and the item form ally closed by the Council. 3 City of Columbia Heights AGENDA November 24, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 4 No Public Hearings. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION Ordinances and Resolutions 12. Second Reading of Ordinance 1720, Being an Ordinance Amending Chapter 5.3 of the Columbia Heights City Code. MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1720, there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to approve the second reading of Ordinance No. 1720, being an ordinance amending Chapter 5.3 of the Columbia Heights City Code, and to direct staff to send the summary ordinance for publication in the legal newspaper. 13. Consideration of Resolution 2025-84, Approving a Fourth Amended Loan Agreement and Related Documents for the 4300 Central Avenue NE Redevelopment Site. MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2025-84, there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to approve Resolution 2025-84, a resolution approving modification of certain terms of a loan from the City to Alatus Columbia Heights II LLC and approving forms of fourth amended and restated loan documents. Bid Considerations No Bid Considerations. New Business and Reports No New Business or Reports. ADJOURNMENT Auxiliary aids or other accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request when the request is made at least 72 hours in advance. Please contact Administration at 763-706-3610 to make arrangements. 4 Columbia Heights City Council and Staff Norms While we are accountable to each other for these norms, the Mayor and City Manager will help us adhere to them with respectful reminders and reinforcement as needed. Behavioral Norms 1. We will assume others best intentions. 2. We will exercise humility. 3. We will praise publicly and criticize privately. 4. We will focus on the policy and not personalities. 5. We will do our best to de-escalate contentious interactions. 6. We will provide reasonable notice to the Mayor and City Manager of any changes or additions we wish to make at a Council meeting so that the Mayor is prepared to manage the meeting. 7. We will show respect for one another by: a. Paying attention to others when they are speaking. b. Not interrupting others. c. Listening to understand others, not simply to respond to them. d. Honoring each other in public and protecting one another in their absence. e. Not bullying others. Operational Norms 1. Council members and staff will respect the Mayor’s role to chair our meetings by: a. Waiting to be called on before speaking so that others can consider our contributions. b. The Mayor and City Manager will bring closure to policy discussions, public comment, and other similar “final word” situations. 2. Once a decision has been made by the Council, we will support the implementation of that decision even if we did not support the decision itself. 3. If Council has a request of staff, they will direct their request to the City Manager and the Division Director for coordination with staff unless the City Manager decides otherwise. 4. If Council has a question about a staff member, they will raise that with the City Manager privately before raising it publicly. 5. When Council is considering a topic, it is incumbent upon Council members to ask sufficient questions to ensure they are making informed decisions. 6. Council and staff will address each other by their titles when engaging each other in any official capacity and will use first names in informal settings. 5 PROCLAMATION Native American Heritage Month & Native American Heritage Day Minnesota has been home to Indigenous Peoples for over 10,000 years. The state has eleven Tribal Nations and a resilient urban Native American community. The Dakota and Anishinaabe peoples, alongside other Indigenous nations such as the Ho-Chunk, Cheyenne, Oto, Iowa, Hidatsa, and Arikara, are central to this history and our future. These lands are vital to their heritage and connect us to Minnesota’s more profound story. Native American communities across the U.S. and the First Nations of Canada have enriched Minnesota’s social, cultural, and economic landscape. Indigenous values continue to inspire movements for environmental stewardship, human rights, and cultural diversity. Our history also holds a legacy of broken promises and hardship for Indigenous communities. Confronting this past is essential as we work to eliminate systemic racism and discrimination. Minnesota updated its state flag and seal in 2024, removing colonial imagery. The new design includes 98 golden bars, symbolizing the state’s 87 counties and 11 federally recognized American Indian Tribes, alongside the Dakota phrase “Mni Sóta Makoce,” meaning “Land of the sky-tinted water.” NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Amáda Márquez Simula, Mayor of Columbia Heights, do hereby proclaim the month of November as Native American Heritage Month. I encourage all residents to celebrate the rich heritage of Indigenous communities. Additionally, November 28, 2025, is recognized as Native American Heritage Day, honoring the enduring legacy of Native peoples in our community and state. _______________________________ Amáda Márquez Simula November 24, 2025 6 Item A. PROCLAMATION Happy Holidays in Columbia Heights: November 24, 2025 The City of Columbia Heights is home to a vibrant and diverse community of individuals, families, and neighbors who celebrate a rich array of holidays, traditions, and cultures during the winter season. Holidays such as Thanksgiving, Native American Heritage Day, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, Winter Solstice, Las Posadas, Diwali, and Lunar New Year, among others, bring joy, unity, and warmth to the hearts of our residents. The greeting "Happy Holidays" has a rich history as an inclusive way to embrace the many traditions of the winter season. It gained popularity in the 1940s and 1950s as a welcoming message that respects the diversity of holidays, fostering a warm and inclusive environment for all. Columbia Heights encourages residents to share kindness and compassion as we begin this festive season. Consider donating to the Police Department’s annual Shop with a Cop program, contributing to the SACA Food Shelf, shoveling neighbors’ sidewalks, inviting neighbors for cocoa, and reaching out to those in need. These acts of generosity reflect the true spirit of the holidays. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Amáda Márquez Simula, proclaim November 24, 2025 as the beginning of the Holiday Season in Columbia Heights and extend my best wishes to all residents for a joyous and meaningful celebration ______________________________ Amáda Márquez Simula, Mayor November 24, 2025 7 Item B. CITY COUNCIL MEETING Mayor Amáda Márquez Simula Councilmembers Connie Buesgens Rachel James Justice Spriggs Laurel Deneen City Manager Aaron Chirpich City Hall—Council Chambers, 3989 Central Ave NE Monday, November 10, 2025 6:00 PM MINUTES The following are the minutes for the Meeting of the City Council held at 6:00 pm on Monday, November 10, 2025, in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 3989 Central Avenue NE, Columbia Heights, Minnesota WELCOME/CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Mayor Márquez Simula called the meeting to order at 6:07 pm. Present: Mayor Márquez Simula; Councilmember Buesgens; Councilmember Deneen; Councilmember James Absent: Councilmember Spriggs Also Present: Aaron Chirpich, City Manager; Mitchell Forney, Community Development Director; Sara Ion, City Clerk; Travis Lutz, Assistant City Attorney; Dan O’Brien, Fire Chief; Brad Roddy, Assistant Fire Chief; Emilie Voight, Community Development Director; Bill Burton, City resident; Junia James, CHHS GSA President and City resident. MISSION STATEMENT Columbia Heights is a vibrant, healthy, and connected City. We are here to actively support the community, deliver equitable services, build and strengthen connections, improve upon our past, and uphold our successes. We strive to be better and ensure Columbia Heights is a great place for everyone, today and in the future. Columbia Heights City Council and Staff Norms. While we are accountable to each other for these norms, the Mayor and City Manager will help us adhere to them with respectful reminders and reinforcement as needed. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all." APPROVAL OF AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Deneen, seconded by Councilmember James, to approve the Agenda as presented. All Ayes, Motion Carried 4-0. PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITION, ANNOUNCEMENTS, GUESTS A. Paul Dingman Day Proclamation. Accepting Proclamation: Family of Paul Dingman. 8 Item 1. City of Columbia Heights MINUTES November 10, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 2 Mayor Márquez Simula proclaimed November 10, 2025, as Paul Dingman Day and read the City’s proclamation. Karol Dingman accepted the Proclamation and thanked the Council for honoring her husband Paul. She explained that Paul loved the City and grew up in the City. She noted that he looked for many chiropractic offices in the metro area while he was looking to start his business. He found a location in the City on 37th Avenue and started Northeast Chiropractic. She added that Paul wanted to serve the residents of Columbia Heights. She noted that Paul would have been very honored and humbled by the Proclamation. B. Veteran's Day Proclamation. Accepting Proclamation: Bill Burton Mayor Márquez Simula proclaimed November 11, 2025, as Veterans’ Day, and Councilmember Buesgens read the City’s proclamation. Bill Burton, City resident, accepted the Proclamation and thanked the Council for the Proclamation. He noted that he was proud to serve in the army. He volunteered for the army in 1959 and went to school to be a mechanic. He stated that he became a tank mechanic for the 37th Armored Battalion. C. Trans Day of Remembrance Proclamation. Accepting Proclamation: Junia James, CHHS GSA President. Mayor Márquez Simula proclaimed November 20, 2025, as Transgender Day of Remembrance, and Councilmember James read the City’s proclamation. CHHS GSA President, Junia James, accepted the Proclamation and explained that the GSA is a safe place for LGBTQ youth and allies in the school to build community and have a place of safety and connection. They thanked the Council for the Proclamation. Transgender Day of Remembrance is a very important day to remember the protests against the violence that transgender individuals have experienced. It is important to have an accepting City and school in order to stand together as a community instead of being divided by violence. CITY COUNCIL AND ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Report of the City Council Councilmember James thanked the City staff and State Senator Mary Kunesh for helping host the Senate Capital Investment Committee, and for hearing the City’s request for $14 million in bonds for the new Public Works building. She mentioned she attended the Council work session. She added that many residents are being affected by the pause in SNAP benefits. There are many local businesses that are offering to help hungry people. A community member started a GoFundMe to purchase gift cards for local grocery stores. She urged federal representatives to make sure that SNAP benefits are funded. 9 Item 1. City of Columbia Heights MINUTES November 10, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 3 She noted that a number of community members reached out regarding the Columbia Heights Police Department’s partnership with Flock for automatic license plate readers. Community members wondered if the information was being shared with ICE. She noted that there are specific written agreements on who the Police Department is allowed to share the information with. The Police Department does not have an agreement with ICE to share the data. Councilmember Buesgens stated she attended the local government meeting. HeightsNext donated 40 pounds of sun chokes from the Blooming Sunshine Garden to SACA. She noted that she attended the Minnesota Senate tour of the Public Works building and asked for funding for the new building, and attended the Heights Theater. She mentioned that she attended the senior program, Doyle Larkin’s funeral, and the MWMO Executive meeting. Councilmember Deneen mentioned that she attended the Senate Capital Investment bonding tour with Councilmember James and Councilmember Buesgens, and the EDA meeting. She noted that there are food drives at all of the schools. Mayor Márquez Simula explained that she was in Portland for the Impact Transit and Community Conference. She added that she went to Mexico City and noted their progress in metro transit. She explained that there are pink zones where only girls and women are allowed to ride to ensure their safety. She stated she attended the Regional Council of Mayors meeting and will attend an Armistice Day event tomorrow. Report of the City Manager City Manager Chirpich stated that City offices would be closed on November 11 th in observance of Veterans Day. Winter parking restrictions begin on November 15th. The City has an Ordinance regulating overnight parking where it is unlawful to park any vehicle on the street within the City from November 15th to March 15th between 2:00-6:00 am unless a permit has been issued. Applications for parking permits can be found on the City’s website. City Manager Chirpich noted that the City has a new water use monitoring portal called Get My Meter Info, which is available online. The portal allows users to monitor water hourly, daily, and monthly through reports, and can set up alerts and alarms. City Manager Response to October 27, 2025, Community Forum Concerns. City Manager Chirpich mentioned that there was a resident who addressed a property maintenance violation they had received related to a food truck that was being parked at their residential home. The violation is an off-street parking violation of the City Code. The City is trying to balance commercial uses and how they interact with residential uses. He explained that City staff need to meet with the property owner to definitively determine that the truck meets the weight limit. If the City wanted to entertain a change, it would have to go through a code amendment process, and the Planning Commission would review it first. The property owner presented a petition during the last meeting, but it was not something that could be applied to the decision. 10 Item 1. City of Columbia Heights MINUTES November 10, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 4 COMMUNITY FORUM There were no public comments. CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Councilmember Buesgens, seconded by Councilmember James, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. All Ayes, Motion Carried 4-0. Mayor Márquez Simula asked when the pancake breakfast would be for the Fire Department. Fire Chief O’Brien replied that it would be on Sunday, November 30th, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at Murzyn Hall. Tickets can be purchased at the door. 1. Approve October 27, 2025, City Council Meeting Minutes. MOTION: Move to approve the October 27, 2025, City Council meeting minutes. 2. Approve November 3, 2025, City Council Work Session Meeting Minutes. MOTION: Move to approve the November 3, 2025, City Council Work Session meeting minutes. 3. Approval of Resolution 2025-83, Authorizing the Acceptance and Allocation of Funds for the Fire Department. MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2025-83, there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution 2025-83, authorizing the acceptance and allocation of funds as follows: $12,390.75 in MBFTE reimbursement funding and $4,800 in monetary donations. 4. License Agenda. MOTION: Move to approve the items listed on the business license agenda for November 10, 2025, as presented. 5. Rental Occupancy Licenses for Approval. MOTION: Move to approve the items listed for rental housing license applications for November 10, 2025, in that they have met the requirements of the Property Maintenance Code. 6. Review of Bills. MOTION: Move that in accordance with Minnesota Statute 412.271, subd. 8 the City Council has reviewed the enclosed list of claims paid by check and by electronic funds transfer in the amount of $1,364,437.42. PUBLIC HEARINGS 7. Consideration of Resolution 2025-66 to Declare the Property at 725 49th Ave. NE a Public Nuisance. Presenting Item: Assistant Fire Chief Brad Roddy. 11 Item 1. City of Columbia Heights MINUTES November 10, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 5 Assistant Fire Chief Roddy stated that following a complaint received in December 2023, city inspectors investigated and found the property at 725 49th Avenue NE to be an unlicensed rental. Records indicated that the listed owner, Mary Sauk, had passed away in 2019, leaving no valid party to obtain the required occupancy license under City Code. After determining that the property was still occupied, the City posted it as “Unlawful to Occupy” in January 2024. Despite repeated postings and contact attempts with potential relatives and listed entities, no current owner could be identified through Anoka County records. Over the following months, City staff conducted multiple site checks confirming continued occupancy, removal of the notification placards, and additional property maintenance violations. Assistant Fire Chief Roddy explained that in mid-2025, after further noncompliance and consultation with the City Attorney’s Office and Police Department, a search warrant was obtained and executed on July 30, 2025. Two adult occupants were issued criminal citations for unlawful occupancy, and the property was again posted. Repeated inspections confirmed ongoing occupancy and removal of postings, leading to the disconnection of water service on August 29, 2025. By early September 2025, the property was found unoccupied, and emergency abatement was performed to secure and winterize the structure. Shortly afterward, an unauthorized entry occurred, requiring a second emergency re-securing of the premises on September 8, 2025. Assistant Fire Chief Roddy stated that as of October 20, 2025, the property is unoccupied, with all utilities disconnected. The structure is secured and winterized and remains posted as Unlawful to Occupy pending further action. Staff recommends the declaration of the property as a Public Nuisance and approving the emergency abatement, and any subsequent abatements, of the hazardous situation located at 725 49th Avenue NE. Councilmember Buesgens mentioned that the taxes on the house have not been paid for two years. After three years of taxes not being paid, it goes to the State. She asked if the City was waiting until that happened. Assistant Fire Chief Roddy agreed and explained that he reached out to the Anoka County Tax Assessor’s Office, and they confirmed that the house is slated to go into tax forfeiture in 2027. Mayor Márquez Simula opened the public. There were no public comments. Motion by Councilmember Deneen, seconded by Councilmember James, to close the hearing and waive the reading of Resolution 2025-66, there being ample copies available to the public. All Ayes, Motion Carried 4-0. Motion by Councilmember Deneen, seconded by Councilmember James, to approve Resolution 2025-66, being a resolution of the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights declaring the property located at 725 49th Avenue NE a public nuisance and approving the emergency abatement and any subsequent abatements of the hazardous situation located at the property. All Ayes, Motion Carried 4-0. 12 Item 1. City of Columbia Heights MINUTES November 10, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 6 ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION Ordinances and Resolutions 8. Continued First Reading of Ordinance 1720, Being an Ordinance Amending Chapter 5.3 of the Columbia Heights City Code. Presenting Item: Community Development Coordinator Emilie Voight. Community Development Coordinator Voight stated the City Council held a public hearing for Ordinance 1720 during its meeting on October 27, 2025. During the hearing, tobacco product shop and accessory tobacco retailer license holders, residents, community organizers, and special interest and advocacy groups shared personal and professional testimony. The meeting packet included approximately 340 written comments received about the agenda item. Community Development Coordinator Voight noted that after closing the public hearing, the City Council discussed the item and voted in favor of extending the first reading of Ordinance 1720 to the November 10th meeting (3 in favor - 1 opposed). In preparation for the continuation of the first reading, the City Council directed staff to engage with licensees about timelines, to obtain clarifying information about packaging and pricing, and to evaluate the possibility of revising provision §5.303(H) to allow for one license sale or transfer for tobacco product shops. Community Development Coordinator Voight explained that the updated draft of Ordinance 1720, included in the packet, aligns with the City Council’s guidance: it offers the ability to extend the implementation timeline, provides the option to specify a diff erent implementation date for the flavor prohibition, and includes language that would permit a one-time license succession allowance for existing tobacco product shop licensees. Community Development Coordinator Voight stated a ll written comments received by City staff since the October 27th City Council meeting have been included in the packet. In addition to comments concerning the licensing, packaging, and pricing, and flavor policies, staff have also received feedback from product shop licensees conce rned about the self- service display restrictions proposed in §5.306(2). The attachments include an infographic about packaging from ANSR-MN, outreach correspondence between City staff and licensees about implementation, and a table of example passages and implementation dates from other Twin Cities area municipalities. Community Development Coordinator Voight stated as drafted, the ordinance has a blank effective date and a blank extended implementation date specifically for the flavor prohibition in tobacco product shops, in order to provide flexibility for Council discussion. Staff recommends that the City Council make motions to define these implementation dates and then proceed with approval of Ordinance 1720. Councilmember Buesgens pointed out page 109 in the Agenda Packet, which references allowing businesses to sell to another person when they decide to go out. She expressed 13 Item 1. City of Columbia Heights MINUTES November 10, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 7 her concern regarding the section. City Manager Chirpich suggested that Councilmember Buesgens make a motion to make an amendment to the Ordinance to remove the option. Any changes the Council makes would be brought back to the second reading. Councilmember Buesgens stated she did not support the transfer of tobacco businesses. The owners chose to sell a product that is addictive and causes serious health issues, which are overloading the healthcare system. The owners are well aware of the fight to reduce tobacco use when they began their business. Public health has been fighting to reduce tobacco use for 70+ years. She explained that she does not support the transfer of tobacco businesses because the businesses could be in business for decades, and it would not promote healthy living in the City. Councilmember James noted that tobacco business owners expressed concerns about whether they would suddenly die and need someone to be able to sell out the business. She did not agree with an open-ended transfer for any amount of time. She explained that she would be open to a shorter time period of one to two years to sell out the product. She added that she is comfortable with the business being allowed to be sold to anyone, but there needs to be a time limit. She proposed putting a cap of two years. Councilmember Deneen explained that some of the businesses are cultural and fit into other cultures. She proposed a longer phase rollout to allow for moving out of the business. That way, it would not bankrupt businesses. Mayor Márquez Simula stated she would be in favor of a two-year cap and a long rollout for the full ban. Councilmember Buesgens stated she would be in favor of a two-year cap. She expressed her concern that some leases can be long. Councilmember James mentioned that there are other cities like Bloomington and Richfield that have put flavor bans on tobacco shops, but the cities still have many tobacco shops operating in the area. She added that she would be in favor of a two-part implementation. Councilmember Buesgens expressed her appreciation for Councilmember James’s comments. Mayor Márquez Simula expressed her appreciation for the Council’s discussion and for community members commenting on their opinions on the item. Community Development Coordinator Voight explained that the Ordinance has two blank implementation dates. One date is for the Ordinance as a whole, the second date is for the flavors specifically. The Council could choose one date for everything or provide staff with additional guidance. Councilmember Deneen mentioned that some people in the community suggested different dates for vapes and flavored tobacco products. She suggested that the Council consider that. Mayor Márquez Simula added that a majority of the businesses suggested six to nine months for vapes. Councilmember Deneen agreed with the phased implementation approach that staff recommends, and the Council could change the dates to a two-year 14 Item 1. City of Columbia Heights MINUTES November 10, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 8 time period. Mayor Márquez Simula suggested changing the proposed July 01, 2028 date to January 01, 2028. Councilmember Buesgens asked why it would take two years to implement all of the flavored tobacco restrictions. She suggested January 01, 2027. Councilmember Deneen stated that it would not allow businesses enough time and that there should be a minimum of 18 months. Community Development Director Forney explained that the City currently does not differentiate between vapes and flavored tobacco products. He added that if the dates were tied together, it would help the City with enforcement of the Ordinance. Councilmember Deneen stated 18 months would be fair. Councilmember Buesgens stated she would be in favor of July 01, 2027, being the implementation date. Councilmember Deneen mentioned that the Council would need to consider when a lease ends for the businesses. She added that she would like to have two years to give business owners more time. Mayor Márquez Simula stated she was in favor of implementing the increase of penalties for violators, minimum pricing, and packaging size requirements on January 01, 2026, and letting businesses continue until January 01, 2028, to ensure that businesses have enough time to get out of leases and figure out what they are doing next. Councilmember James asked if the Council would consider a two-year amendment to the business transfer. Councilmember Buesgens asked if the two-year amendment would ensure that the dates were the same. Councilmember James replied that the two dates would be the same. Community Development Director Forney explained that he did not know if it would be legal to cut off the license after two years. Community Development Coordinator Voight clarified that the two -year period would be for the succession allowance. The new owner would be required to submit the same documentation, complete the same process for applying for the license. It would not be an automatic allowance. Someone would need to buy the business and then apply for the license. Councilmember Buesgens asked if it was legal to limit the business to two years. Community Development Director Forney replied that the provision would be that the business would be able to be transferred over the next two years. If they did not transfer the business within the two years, then they would no longer be able to have the succession. Councilmember Buesgens noted that it would allow businesses to be in business for 40-50 years, and is not in favor of that. She explained that when someone dies, the business usually goes into an estate through paperwork, and the family takes care of it. She stated she would not want to see a succession plan. Councilmember Deneen stated that the two options are to not allow a succession, or there is a possibility that the business could sell, but they would still have the restrictions on flavored products. Whoever comes in will have to choose to buy a business or sell the business because of the flavored products. She explained that she is fine with the two -year succession limit because it gives businesses a chance to get their money out of it. She added that she did not know how reasonable it would be for someone to come in and want 15 Item 1. City of Columbia Heights MINUTES November 10, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 9 to continue the business with the flavor ban in place. Either way, the flavor ban is in place, which is what the Council desired. Councilmember James asked if January 01, 2028, should be the cutoff for the succession date. Councilmember Deneen agreed that it should be the date in order to keep it simple. Councilmember James mentioned that having the same date as the flavor ban can create simplicity. Mayor Márquez Simula explained that giving the business owners the option to sell their business allows more flexibility for them. She added that tobacco products are still available in gas stations. She added her appreciation for the discussion since the Council desires a healthier City. Mayor Márquez Simula mentioned that Councilmember Spriggs could not attend the meeting but asked Mayor Márquez Simula to read a statement. The statement expressed his concern regarding not having a time limit on the license transfer portion of the Ordinance. He explained that he would be in favor of having a limit of one to two years. He expressed concern regarding a license transfer going to a 21-year-old, with the potential of having 40+ years of operation in the City before expiration. His main comments were on the aspect of implementation timelines. He expressed his desire to implement as soon as possible, but understands the financial burden it places on businesses. Many of the timelines provided by businesses seem too long, but he is in favor of extending the rollout to July 01, 2026, but not longer. Community Development Director Forney reviewed the amendment to the Ordinance. In chapter 5.303 under section C, number 5, section E would be added to read: “One-time succession allowance only applies if the tobacco product shop is sold to or ownership is transferred to the new owner on or before January 01, 2028.” The amendment would also encompass the amendment to chapter 5.306, section C, establishing the date for flavored tobacco products on July 01, 2028. The last point would be to amend section 12 of the Ordinance to have the rest of the Ordinance go into effect on July 01, 2026. Mayor Márquez Simula clarified that the full end of it would be January 01, 2028. Community Development Director Forney agreed and stated that the amendment to chapter 5.306, section C would set a date for January 01, 2028. The full Ordinance would go into effect on July 01, 2026. Community Development Coordinator Voight reviewed the dates the Council agreed to. On July 01, 2026, the general Ordinance would be implemented. The flavor provision and the succession provision would go into effect on January 1, 2028. Motion by Councilmember James, seconded by Councilmember Deneen, to amend Ordinance No. 1720 as presented by staff. All Ayes, Motion Carried 4-0. Motion by Councilmember James, seconded by Councilmember Deneen, to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1720 as amended, there being ample copies available to the public. All Ayes, Motion Carried 4-0. 16 Item 1. City of Columbia Heights MINUTES November 10, 2025 City Council Meeting Page 10 Motion by Councilmember James, seconded by Councilmember Deneen, to set the second reading of Ordinance No. 1720, being an ordinance amending Chapter 5.3 of the Columbia Heights City Code, for November 24, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m. All Ayes, Motion Carried 4-0. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Buesgens, seconded by Councilmember James, to adjourn. All Ayes, Motion Carried 4-0. Meeting adjourned at 7:28 pm. Respectfully Submitted, ______________________________________ Sara Ion, City Clerk/Council Secretary 17 Item 1. ITEM: Approve November 10, 2025, City Council Executive Session Meeting Minutes re City Manager Annual Performance Appraisal. DEPARTMENT: Administration BY/DATE: Sara Ion / November 18, 2025 CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below) X Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity X High Quality Public Spaces X Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone X Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking X Resilient and Prosperous Economy X Inclusive and Connected Community BACKGROUND On November 10, 2025, the council held a closed executive session to review and approve City Manager Aaron Chiprich’s annual performance evaluation. SUMMARY OF CURRENT STATUS At the conclusion of the closed session, based on the City Managers successful year and positive performance review the council voted unanimously to proceed with a 3% merit increase effective June 25, 2025 ($187,469) and 4% COLA increase effective January 1, 2026, which will result in a salary of $194,958.40. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommend that council move to approve the November 10, 2025, City Council Executive Session Meeting Minutes memorializing the positive performance evaluation and salary adjustment for City Manager Aaron Chirpich. RECOMMENDED MOTION(S): MOTION: Move to approve the November 10, 2025, City Council Executive Session meeting minutes to memorialize the completion of City Manager Chirpich’s positive performance review with corresponding 3% merit increase effective June 25, 2025 ($187,469) and 4% COLA increase effective January 1, 2026, which will result in a salary of $194,958.40. ATTACHMENT(S) November 10, 2025, City Council Executive Session Meeting Minutes CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA SECTION CONSENT MEETING DATE NOVEMBER 24, 2025 18 Item 2. SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING - CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION FOR CITY MANAGER REVIEW Mayor Amáda Márquez Simula Councilmembers Connie Buesgens Rachel James Justice Spriggs Laurel Deneen City Manager Aaron Chirpich City Hall—Shared Vision Room, 3989 Central Ave NE Monday, November 10, 2025 5:30 PM MINUTES CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Mayor Márquez Simula called the meeting to order at 5:38pm. Present: Mayor Márquez Simula, Councilmember Buesgens; Councilmember Deneen; Councilmember James Absent: Councilmember Spriggs EXECUTIVE SESSION 1. Executive Session: City Manager Performance Evaluation. Closed per Minn. Stat. 13D.05, Subdivision 3(a). Motion by Councilmember James to recess to Closed Session pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.05(a). The Motion was seconded by Councilmember Deneen. All Ayes, Motion Carried 4-0, with Councilmember Spriggs absent. The meeting moved into closed session at 5:40pm to discuss the annual performance review of City Manager Aaron Chiprich. There was consensus from the Council that the City Manager had a very successful year and a positive performance review. Motion by Councilmember Buesgens seconded by Councilmember James to reconvene and reopen the City Council Meeting. All Ayes, Motion Carried 4-0. Once the meeting was re-opened Mayor Márquez Simula stated that in the closed session based on the City Managers positive performance review there was unanimous vote to proceed with a 3% merit increase effective June 25, 2025 ($187,469) and 4% COLA increase effective January 1, 2026, which will result in a salary of $194,958.40. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember James, seconded by Councilmember Buesgens, to adjourn. All Ayes, Motion Carried 4-0. Meeting adjourned at 6:00 pm. 19 Item 2. City of Columbia Heights MINUTES November 10, 2025 Special City Council Meeting - Closed Executive Session for City Manager Review Page 2 Respectfully Submitted, ______________________________________ Sara Ion, City Clerk/Council Secretary 20 Item 2. COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY 3939 Central Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421 BOARD OF TRUSTEES: MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, October 1, 2025 Approved 11/5/2025 ATTENDANCE INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC Members of the public who wished to attend could do so in-person, or via Microsoft Teams by entering Meeting ID 254 921 776 562 0 and passcode QP35BK9R at the scheduled meeting time. For questions, please contact Administration at 763-706-3610. The meeting was called to order in the Library Community Room by Melanie Magidow at 5:33pm. Members present: Melanie Magidow; Olga Herrera; Theresa Strike. Members remotely present: Amáda Márquez Simula (City Council Liaison). Members absent: Chris Polley; Amina Maameri. Others present: Elizabeth Ripley (Adult Services Librarian); Nick Olberding (Board Secretary). Public present: N/A. 1. The Agenda was approved as is. 2. The Minutes from September 3, 2025, Library Board Meeting were moved and approved. 3. Review of 2025 Operating Budget: 74.8% of the year completed and 67.5% of the budget expended. Community Forum: Opportunity for public input. No correspondence and no public in attendance. The CHPL website now has a contact form to submit questions or concerns: https://chplmn.org/board Old Business: 4. Staffing Update: 107 applications were received for the part-time Library Page position during the one week the posting was open, of them 10 were offered interviews (9 accepted), and among them 3 were presented employment offers—now awaiting acceptance. New Business: 5. Great North Star Read-Together Review: It was reported the official count for the event was 54 attendees (although it could have been higher due to some attendees not stopping into the Community Room to be counted). Staff took photos of attendees with the handheld whiteboard and posted them to the Library’s Facebook, and visitors commented on the “Library Stories” Board (which was left up in the Library for the next couple weeks for additional participation). Of the staff and board members who attended they had favorable opinions of the event, saying it was comforting to read silently together in an organized event like this. For a first-time event of this nature the Board was pleased with the results, and were already thinking of things that could be expanded on if it were to happen again next year (e.g. additional promotion, increased diversity, more comfy seating, extended hours, more activities like an adult story time/arts & crafts); if the organizers continue this again next year we should keep evolving the event here in Columbia Heights to suit our community. 6. Library Building Tour: This agenda item was pushed to after adjournment of the meeting in consideration of our virtual attendee. Elizabeth and I showed the three Board members the staff area including the youth play space storage closet, staff workspaces, and the automated materials handler attached to the drive-up book drop. The tour lasted 10 minutes and no official business was discussed. Director’s Update: 7. August Board Report: Provided as an FYI. a. Melanie shared that federal IMLS funding currently remains intact for 2026, but under this unprecedented administration nothing is guaranteed. 21 Item 3. b. Saturday Conversation Circles session has been very popular; all sessions have stable attendance. c. The Board was happy with the youth turnout for the Summer Reading Program. With adults now eligible for some of the prizes, many more of them joined this year. The Board liked the option to read 20 books or 20 hours (because 20 hours of reading picture books sounds exhausting). d. Dungeons & Dragons (YA Edition) was well attended. Some Board members would like to see an adult session occur in addition to the family version happening on November 1. Amáda thought it might be beneficial to have one in conjunction with HeightsNEXT’s CoHi Con next March, allowing cross- promotion and collaboration. e. 2026 Budget planning is moving along with Renee presenting to the City Council on October 6; recommendations from the Council for the Library and Parks & Recreation to increase budgets to accommodate the loss of the 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant funding. Are there any needs not being met that we should think about? f. Renee facilitated the August Library Book Club (featuring The Librarianist by Patrick DeWitt); she is not always the host/facilitator but does regularly attend the monthly event. The next few months feature The Wright Brothers (David McCullough) on October 15, The Big Sugar (Mary Logue) on November 19, and The Women (Kristin Hannah) on December 17. Book Club is in the Library Community Room at 10:30am on the third Wednesday of each month. 8. Board Books: a. Olga: Accidentally on Purpose Kristen Kish b. Theresa: The Ravenmaster: My Life with the Ravens at the Tower of London Christopher Skaife c. Chris: Masterminds (youth series) Gordon Korman; Jaws Peter Benchley; Jaws Steven Spielberg (available on DVD via ACL) d. Melanie: Catwings (youth series) Ursula K. LeGuin; Why We Meditate: The Science and Practice of Clarity and Compassion Daniel Goleman & Tsoknyi Rinpoche e. Elizabeth: The Tale of Despereaux Kate DiCamillo; The Dutch House Ann Patchett f. Amáda: ZEN: The Art of Simple Living Shunmyō Masuno g. Nick: All Systems Red and Artificial Condition and Rogue Protocol and Exit Strategy (Murderbot Diaries series) Martha Wells There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:11pm (behind-the-scenes tour followed—see Item 6). Respectfully submitted, Nicholas P. Olberding Recording Secretary, CHPL Board of Trustees 22 Item 3. CANCELED - CITY COUNCIL MEETING Mayor Amáda Márquez Simula Councilmembers Connie Buesgens Rachel James Justice Spriggs Laurel Deneen City Manager Aaron Chirpich City Hall—Council Chambers, 3989 Central Ave NE Monday, December 22, 2025 6:00 PM AGENDA The City Council Meeting scheduled for Monday, December 22, 2025 at 6:00 pm has been canceled. 23 Item 4. ITEM: Accepting Resolution 2025-087 for a 2025 Minnesota Housing (MHFA) Local Housing Trust Fund Grant. DEPARTMENT: Community Development BY/DATE: CD Coordinator, 11/19/2025 CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below) _Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity _High Quality Public Spaces X Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone _Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking _Resilient and Prosperous Economy _Inclusive and Connected Community BACKGROUND In March 2025, the City submitted a grant application for Minnesota Housing ’s 2025 Local Housing Trust Fund Grants Program. This one-time MHFA grant program was established to incentivize local governments to create or fund Local Housing Trust Funds. By providing state funds to match a portion of funds committed from local sources, the program endeavors to promote investment in affordable housing across Minnesota. In September, Minnesota Housing informed the City that its application was one of 37 selected for approval to receive grant funds. The application review process was highly competitive: Minnesota Housing received 54 applications requesting a total of over $9.6 million in grant funding . Through this Local Housing Trust Fund Grants Program award, the City will receive $75,000 for use in supporting affordable housing in Columbia Heights. As the administrator of the City’s Local Housing Trust Fund, the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority (EDA) has committed to supplying the $75,000 in local matching funds required by the program guidelines. This commitment was affirmed in EDA Resolution 2025-07. Community Development staff are currently working with Minnesota Housing program staff to review contract and administration documents and to complete all due diligence requirements for the program in a timely manner. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Community Development staff recommend approving Resolution 2025-087 to acknowledge and accept the 2025 Local Housing Trust Fund Grants Program grant from Minnesota Housing. RECOMMENDED MOTION(S): CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA SECTION CONSENT MEETING DATE 11/24/2025 24 Item 5. City of Columbia Heights - Council Letter Page 2 MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2025-087, there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to approve Resolution 2025-087, a resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota, accepting a 2025 Local Housing Trust Fund Grants Program grant from Minnesota Housing. ATTACHMENT(S) 1. Resolution 2025-087 2. Minnesota Housing 2025 Local Housing Trust Fund Grants Program Award Letter 25 Item 5. Resolution 2025-087 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-087 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA, ACCEPTING A 2025 LOCAL HOUSING TRUST FUND GRANTS PROGRAM GRANT FROM MINNESOTA HOUSING The Minnesota Housing (the “MHFA”) 2025 Local Housing Trust Fund Grants Program (the “Program”) is a one- time grant program established to incentivize local governments to create or fund Local Housing Trust Funds, by means of using state funding to match local funds and thereby encourage local investment in affordable housing across Minnesota; and The Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority (the “EDA”) acts on behalf of the City of Columbia Heights (the “City”) to promote community, economic, and housing development and opportunity; and The City established a Local Housing Trust Fund on May 28, 2024, and designated the EDA as the administrator of said fund; and In March 2025, the City submitted an application to the Program for grant funds, including supporting documentation in the form of EDA Resolution 2025-07 which approved the necessary matching monetary commitment from local sources; and On September 9, 2025, the MHFA informed the City that its application was one of 37 selected for approval, following a competitive review process of 54 applications requesting a total of more than $9.6 million in grant funds; and The City will therefore receive $75,000 of Program funds to support affordable housing in Columbia Heights; and The Columbia Heights City Council (the “Council”) recognizes and affirms the value of partnering with entities such as the MHFA to promote housing opportunities and an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and friendly community; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights, to accept a 2025 Local Housing Trust Fund Grants Program grant from Minneso ta Housing, and to authorize the officers, employees, and other agents of the EDA to enter into a grant agreement and to perform all acts required of them by or in connection with this resolution and the acceptance of Program grant proceeds. ORDER OF COUNCIL Passed this 24th day of November, 2025 Offered by: Seconded by: Roll Call: __________________________________ Amáda Márquez Simula, Mayor Attest: _______________________________________ Sara Ion, City Clerk/Council Secretary 26 Item 5. 1 Minnesota Housing 400 Wabasha St. N Suite 400 St. Paul, MN 55102 September 8, 2025 Emilie Voight City of Columbia Heights 3989 Central Avenue NE Columbia Heights, MN 55421 Dear Emilie Voight, Congratulations! We are pleased to inform you that the Minnesota Housing board of directors has approved your request for funding under the 2025 Local Housing Trust Fund Grants Program Request for Proposals. The City of Columbia Heights has been awarded a grant in the amount of $75,000. Your application is one of 37 selected for approval from a competitive review process of 54 applications requesting a total of over $9.6 million. Please note that this letter is not a commitment by Minnesota Housing to provide financing. Funding is contingent upon the receipt of required due diligence items and execution of a grant contract agreement. If you have any questions, please contact Local Government Housing Programs staff at localhousingtrustfund.mhfa@state.mn.us. Thank you for your commitment to meeting the affordable housing needs of Minnesotans. We are grateful to your partnership and look forward to working with you on this project. Sincerely, Jennifer Leimaile Ho Commissioner, Minnesota Housing Equal Opportunity Employer 27 Item 5. ITEM: Consideration of Resolution 2025-88, Updating Income Limit for Senior Citizen Utility Rates. DEPARTMENT: Finance BY/DATE: Andrew Splinter / November 18, 2025 CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below) _Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity _High Quality Public Spaces _Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone _Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking X Resilient and Prosperous Economy _Inclusive and Connected Community BACKGROUND For many years, the City Council has annually updated the income eligibility limit f or reduced senior citizen utility rates. The City Council can set any formula or amount for income eligibility. If the City establishes the income eligibility guideline at a higher level, more people will qualify. As more people qualify for reduced rates, the rates for non-qualifying people will have to be raised to ensure adequate revenue in the utility fund. For many years, the number of seniors receiving the reduced rate has remained relatively constant at approximately 120 residents. SUMMARY OF CURRENT STATUS The formula the City has used for this limit is the maximum current year (2026) Social Security benefit for an individual at full retirement age, plus 4%, rounded to the next even $100 increment. This limit is then compared to applicants' prior year (2025) income. This formula is intended to allow for a modest amount of income beyond the maximum Social Security benefit possible. The maximum Social Security benefit for an individual at full retirement age for 2026 is $49,824. Currently, the income limit for reduced senior citizen rates is set at $50,200. Attached is a resolution raising the income limit, beginning in 2026, to $51,900 for reduced senior citizen rates. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Please consider adopting the following motions to increase the Senior Citizen Utility Rate Income Limit from $50,200 to $51,900. RECOMMENDED MOTION(S): MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2025-88 there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution 2025-88, being a resolution updating the income limit for senior citizen utility rates. CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA SECTION CONSENT AGENDA MEETING DATE NOVEMBER 24, 2025 28 Item 6. City of Columbia Heights - Council Letter Page 2 ATTACHMENT(S) Resolution 2025-88 29 Item 6. RESOLUTION NO. 2025-88 A Resolution of the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota, Establishing Eligibility Standards for Senior Citizen Utility Rates. In accordance with all ordinances and regulations of the City of Columbia Heights, the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights makes the following: ORDER OF COUNCIL The City Council has previously established eligibility standards for senior citizen rates for refuse service, sewage disposal and water supply; and It has been the City’s practice to maintain uniform eligibility standards whenever possible: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Columbia Heights as follows: Anyone over 62 years of age with a maximum household income of $51,900 will be eligible for reduced rates. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the above eligibility standard is effective January 1, 2026. Passed this 24th day of November, 2025 Offered by: Seconded by: Roll Call: Amáda Márquez Simula, Mayor Attest: Sara Ion, City Clerk/Council Secretary 30 Item 6. ITEM: 4300 Central Avenue – TIF Pledge for General Obligation TIF Revenue Bonds Amended. DEPARTMENT: Community Development BY/DATE: Mitchell Forney, 11/17/25 CORE CITY STRATEGIES: _Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity _High Quality Public Spaces _Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone _Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking XResilient and Prosperous Economy _Inclusive and Connected Community BACKGROUND At the November 10th EDA meeting, the EDA approved the City’s TIF Pledge Agreement and forwarded it to the City Council for consideration. During that meeting, the EDA received an overview of how the pledged TIF funds would support the loan and bond issuance being contemplated for the 4300 Central project. The full loan amendment and bonding items are scheduled for Council review on November 24th and December 8th. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the TIF Pledge agreement between the EDA and City. RECOMMENDED MOTION(S): MOTION: Move to approve the pledge agreement between the City of Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority and the City, herby authorizing the Mayor and City Manager to execute and deliver the Pledge Agreement substantially in the form on file, providing for the pledge of tax increment derived from property in the TIF District for the payment of the principal of, premium, if any, and interest on the Bond. CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA SECTION CONSENT AGENDA MEETING DATE 11/24/2025 31 Item 7. 4924-5888-2677.1 COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY RESOLUTION NO. 2025-28 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED TAX INCREMENT PLEDGE AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS RELATING TO TAXABLE GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2026A BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners (the “Board”) of the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority (the “Authority”) as follows: Section 1. Recitals. 1.01. The City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota (the “City”) has established, and the Authority administers, the Alatus TIF District (the “TIF District”), a redevelopment district within the Downtown Central Business Redevelopment Project (the “Redevelopment Project”) within the City, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.174 through 469.1794, as amended (the “TIF Act”), and adopted a tax increment financing plan for the TIF District (the “TIF Plan”). 1.02. Pursuant to the authority conferred by Section 469.178, subdivision 5 of the TIF Act and Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 475, as amended (the “Municipal Debt Act”), including Section 475.61, subdivision 6, the City issued its Taxable General Obligation Temporary Tax Increment Bonds, Series 2021A (the “Series 2021A Bond”), dated July 29, 2021, in the original aggregate principal amount of $5,935,000, to pay all or a portion of the public redevelopment costs incurred or to be incurred within the Redevelopment Project as identified in the TIF Plan, including but not limited to a bridge loan provided to Alatus Columbia Heights II LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the “Developer”), for land acquisition, demolition, and related costs (the “Project Costs”), and the Developer agreed to pay the City’s financing and other related costs related to issuing the Series 2021A Bond. 1.03. The City and the Authority entered into a Tax Increment Pledge Agreement, dated July 29, 2021 (the “Original Pledge Agreement”), relating to the payment of principal of and interest on the Series 2021A Bond and providing for the pledge of tax increment revenues generated from the TIF District to secure the payment of principal of, premium, if any, and interest on the Series 2021A Bond. 1.04. Prior to the maturity of the Series 2021A Bond, the City determined it to be necessary to provide additional temporary financing for the Project Costs and to issue an additional series of temporary bonds for such purpose. 1.05. Pursuant to the authority conferred by the TIF Act, including Section 469.178, subdivision 5, and the Municipal Debt Act, including Sections 475.61, subdivision 6, and 475.67, subdivision 3, and a resolution adopted by the City Council of the City on November 27, 2023, the City issued its Taxable General Obligation Temporary Tax Increment Refunding Bonds, Series 2023A (the “Series 2023A Bond”), in the original aggregate principal amount of $6,615,000, to refund the Series 2021A Bond prior to maturity and provide additional temporary financing for the Project Costs. 1.06. In connection with the issuance of the Series 2023A Bond, the City and the Authority entered into the Amended and Restated Tax Increment Pledge Agreement, dated December 14, 2023 (the “First Amended Agreement”), which amended and restated the Original Agreement, providing for the 32 Item 7. 4924-5888-2677.1 2 pledge of tax increment revenues generated from the TIF District to secure the payment of principal of, premium, if any, and interest on the Series 2023A Bond. 1.07. The Series 2023A Bond matures on February 1, 2026 and is payable on such date from tax increments resulting in increases in the taxable value of real property in the TIF District and/or from proceeds of permanent bonds to be issued by the City prior to such maturity. 1.08. The City has determined the need to issue permanent bonds to refinance the Series 2023A Bond, thereby providing permanent financing for the Project Costs. To that end, at an upcoming meeting of the City Council of the City, but in no event later than February 1, 2026, the City Council will consider a resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of the City’s Taxable General Obligation Tax Increment Refunding Bonds, Series 2026A (the “Bonds”), in the maximum aggregate principal amount sufficient to pay: (i) the principal of, interest on, and premium, if any, on the Series 2023A Bond on the redemption date thereof, (ii) interest on the Bonds for a period not exceeding three years from their date of issue or such other maximum period under the Municipal Debt Act, and (iii) costs of issuance, pursuant to the TIF Act, including Section 469.178, subdivision 5, and the Municipal Debt Act, including Section 475.67, subdivision 3. The proceeds of the Bonds will be used to refund the Series 2023A Bond prior to maturity and provide permanent financing for the Project Costs. 1.09. There has been presented to the Board a Second Amended and Restated Tax Increment Pledge Agreement (the “Pledge Agreement”) between the Authority and the City, which amends and restates the Original Pledge Agreement, as amended and restated by the First Amended Pledge Agreement, relating to the payment of principal and interest on the Bonds and providing for the pledge of tax increment revenues generated from the TIF District to secure the payment of principal of, premium, if any, and interest on the Bonds. Section 2. Approval. 2.01. The Board hereby approves the pledge to the City of tax increment revenues attributable to the TIF District for the payment of principal of, premium, if any, and interest on the Bonds. 2.02. The President and Executive Director of the Authority are hereby authorized to execute and deliver the Pledge Agreement substantially in the form on file with the Board, providing for the pledge of tax increment derived from property in the TIF District for the payment of the principal of, premium, if any, and interest on the Bond. 2.03. This resolution shall be effective as of the date hereof. Approved this 10th day of November, 2025, by the Board of Commissioners of the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority. President ATTEST: Secretary 33 Item 7. ITEM: Approval of Tow Contract Recommendation. DEPARTMENT: Police BY/DATE: Deputy Chief Erik Johnston/November 19th, 2025 CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below) _Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity _High Quality Public Spaces X_Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone _Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking _Resilient and Prosperous Economy _Inclusive and Connected Community BACKGROUND In September of 2025, the police department initiated a Request for Proposal (RFP) process seeking qualified vendors to provide towing, impound and storage services for the City of Columbia Heights. Seven vendors submitted proposals by the October 6th, 2025, deadline. The proposals were reviewed by the police department for content and compliance with the RFP components and included a site visit for selected vendors. The police department is seeking to fill a contract term from January 2026 to December 2030. SUMMARY OF CURRENT STATUS The police department is currently using Schmitt Towing for police services. The police department is planning to seek RFP’s for tow services on a 5-year cycle to ensure competitive pricing and opportunities for other vendors to submit proposals for service. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Several competitive bids were received and after careful consideration of the submitted proposals, staff are recommending the contract be awarded to Collings Brothers Towing dba Schmit Towing. Schmit Towing provided a comprehensive bid meeting the needs outlined in the RFP. Their rates are competitive with other bidders; their lot is well maintained, physically secure and electronically recorded. They are in compliance with applicable state and local regulations. Additionally, they can fulfill response time requirements and receive electronic forms for tow processing. Their lot is near the city of Columbia Heights, and they have been providing quality tow services to the police department since 2020. RECOMMENDED MOTION(S): MOTION: Move to authorize the City Manager to enter a contract with Collins Brothers Towing dba Schmit Towing, Inc. for towing, impounding and storage of motor vehicles as specified in the City’s Request. The term of this contract is to be January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2030. CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA SECTION CONSENT MEETING DATE NOVEMBER 24, 2025 34 Item 8. City of Columbia Heights - Council Letter Page 2 ATTACHMENT(S) City of Columbia Heights 2025 Towing RFP Summary of Responses RFP Responses 35 Item 8. 1 CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR TOWING, IMPOUNDING AND STORAGE OF MOTOR VEHICLES Introduction The City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota, is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced firms to provide 24-hour towing, impounding, and storage of motor vehicles on an as needed and directed basis for the purpose of securing a contract. Proposals: It is the intent of the City of Columbia Heights to award a contract to the Contractor who submits the proposal deemed to best meet the needs and requirements of the City. Proposals must be received by 9:00 a.m. Monday, October 6th, 2025 Submit proposals to: Columbia Heights Police Department Towing Proposal/Deputy Chief Erik Johnston 825 41st Ave NE. Columbia Heights, MN 55421 The City of Columbia Heights retains the right to waive any informality or irregularity in any proposal received, and to accept the proposal, which in its judgment, is in its own best interest. The award of the contract will be based upon the evaluation criteria. The City of Columbia Heights reserves the right to reject any and all proposals. RFP Questions and Contact: Questions relative to the RFP should be directed to: Deputy Chief Erik Johnston ejohnston@columbiaheightsmn.gov Columbia Heights Police Department 825 41st Ave NE Columbia Heights, MN 55421 763-706-8131 Terms and Conditions: The following terms and conditions detail the requirements to provide 24-hour motor vehicle towing, impounding and storage services for the City of Columbia Heights on an as needed and directed basis. Such direction is to be by the Chief of Police, Community Development Director, Public Works Director or their authorized and legal representatives. Equipment: Contractor shall provide sufficient equipment for the operator of the towing service to be able to tow any and all city owned vehicles, and those vehicles as designated by the Chief of Police, the Fire Chief, the Public Works Director or their authorized and legal representatives, including but not limited to: A. Equipment capable of towing automobiles, light trucks, vans, utility vehicles, 4x4’s, snowmobiles, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, school buses, coach buses, commercial vehicles, heavy trucks, and any other vehicle, motorized or not and further equipped to control movement of the towed vehicle; and B. Equipment sufficient and designed to move vehicles not amenable to towing or to move a completely demolished vehicle by means of dollies or low-bed trailers; and C. Trucks and equipment of sufficient quantity that allows the Contractor to meet the required response time regardless of season, time, date or event; and 36 Item 8. 2 D. Equipment sufficient to conduct water recovery. A listing of all equipment to be utilized shall be submitted with the proposal. Such listing shall show the make and model of all equipment available for use under this contract, along with size and all other pertinent information, such as specialized equipment not necessarily herein specified, but which may be a factor in performing effectively and efficiently. All equipment to be used by the contractor under this contract shall be maintained in good repair and condition. The City reserves the right to inspect the equipment from time to time for the purpose of determining that equipment condition is in conformance with the terms and conditions of the specifications and the contract. Personnel: The Contractor performing under this contract shall assume all and full responsibility for the conduct of his/her employees. The Contractor guarantees that all of the employees performing under this contract will be adequately trained in their profession, will respond promptly to all calls, be clean and neat in appearance, use decent language, free of profanity, and treat the public courteously at all times. Request for service from the City of Columbia Heights Police Department must be given first priority by all dispatchers. Drivers shall possess and carry a valid Minnesota driver’s license commensurate with the truck they are operating and be proficient in the operation of such equipment. All drivers shall operate the Contractor’s equipment in a safe and prudent manner, complying with all traffic laws. The City reserves the right to conduct background checks on all employees of the Contractor at the time of contract and annually thereafter. Failing to meet any or all of the requirements of this section may result in cause for terminating the contract at any time as per the conditions specified for contract termination. Licensing: Contractor shall obtain and maintain in effect throughout this contract, all licenses, permits and certificates as requir ed by the State of Minnesota, Anoka County, and the City of Columbia Heights for the operation of the service required to be performed by the Contractor under this contract. The Contractor shall operate and maintain its parking and storage facility in compliance with the terms of this contract and all State and City applicable laws, ordinances, rules and regulations that are presently in effect or which may hereafter be adopted. Storage Facilities: In order to be considered for selection, all storage and parking lot facilities and all equipment used by the contractor under this contract must be located within a 7-mile radius of the City of Columbia Heights Police Department. The successful Contractor must demonstrate that their storage and parking lot facilities meet, or are capable of meeting all of the applicable State and local building code standards and municipal license and zoning requirements, including those relating to outdoor storage, screening and landscaping of the city in which the facility is located. A site inspection will be part of the review process. In addition to the requirement that the facilities to be used under this contract must be located within a 7 – mile radius of the City of Columbia Heights Police Department, these facilities must also have the capability of storing a minimum of two (2) vehicles inside and a further capability of providing storage for a minimum of twenty-five (25) vehicles outside. Inside storage will be necessary only when so requested or directed by an authorized official of the City of Columbia Heights. When a direction is given to store a unit inside, such directions may be accompanied by instructions for certain security measures to be employed. Vehicle security becomes the responsibility of the storing agent while the unit is in his/her control. Parking lots must be fenced in a secure manner with a minimum fence height of six (6) feet. The Contractor agrees to keep safely all impounded vehicles, equipment and accessories, and all personal property contained therein, and to retain possession of same until all charges against the impounded vehicle have been satisfied, 37 Item 8. 3 and to reimburse the City and the owners for any and all losses relating thereto. Personal property that, in the judgment of the Police Department is necessary for health and safety purposes shall be released upon order of the Police Department. The Contractor will be solely responsible for loss or damage to any vehicle, including all equipment and contents, from the time direction is given by the authorized City representative turning the vehicle over to the Contractor or his Agent, until such time as the vehicle is legally released to the registered or actual owner or legal agent thereof. Insurance: Contractor shall obtain and maintain in effect throughout this contract liability, property damage and fire insurance which shall contain coverage in an amount not less than $100,000 to any one person and not less than $300,000 total in any one incident and not less than $10,000 fire and property damage coverage. Availability: Contractor shall provide towing services 24 hours per day, every day of the year. Contractor shall provide a telephone answering service 24 hours a day, seven days per week, for the purpose of receiving requests for service pursua nt to this contract. While performing under this contract and under these specifications, the Contractor’s hours of operation for release of impounded vehicles shall be no less than 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, four daytime hours on Saturday, and two daytime hours on Sunday and legal holidays. Hours must be posted in a prominent place on the front door or front gate of the facility. Access to the storage facility shall be available to the Chief of Police or other authorized and legal representative, at all times and without costs. The City shall have the right to inspect the Contractor’s equipment, storage facility and pertinent records without notice, during normal business hours. Response Time: Upon receipt of request for towing service by the City, Contractor shall dispatch the necessary trucks and equipment so as to arrive at the site so designated within the specified time, which shall not be more than twenty (20) minutes, after receipt of request. Should the Contractor fail to appear at a designated tow point within the specified time after receiving a call for a tow, the City reserves the right to call another towing service to perform the work. If the Contractor is called and is unable to respond due to conditions beyond his/her control, the authorized City officials shall be immediately so informed, and the City has the right to call another service to perform the work. In the event that at any time, it becomes necessary for the City to request the services of another towing service for the reasons detailed above, the City retains the right to hold the Contractor retained under this contract responsible for any additional charges over and above the fee schedule recorded in this proposal. Such charges shall be assessed only if the response time is due to negligence on the part of the Contractor. Such negligence might include equipment failure. In addition to the above charges, to promote the general welfare and safety, in all cases where the Contractor shall fail to respond to any call for tow trucks within thirty (30) minutes, the City shall be paid Fifty and no/100 Dollars ($50.00) by the Contractor for each failure to respond. If an involved private owner/operator makes a timely request for a tow by other than the Contractor retained under this contract, the Police Department may honor such request. In this instance, owner/operator is solely responsible for all associated charges. The City reserves the right to call the closest available towing company in the event of an emergency as determined by the City, regardless of any contractual relationship with the City. At the discretion of the City, response time may be altered i n the event of adverse road, traffic or weather conditions. Contractor Services: The Contractor agrees to provide all services required by the City of Columbia Heights for towing, impounding, transport, and storage of vehicles. These services shall be provided in accordance with the terms of the contract. The Contractor shall, in addition to towing and storage services, be responsible for cleaning up all debris associated with the disabled 38 Item 8. 4 vehicle(s) at the site. This may include items such as vehicle parts, broken glass, metal or other debris, excluding commercial cargo, resulting from the accident. The required clean up shall be completed prior to the Contractor leaving the site, as per instructions from the City Police Officer in charge at the site. The clean-up is to be completed without any additional compensation, unless extraordinary circumstances exist. Such costs may be charged to the appropriate vehicle owner. Contractor may also be asked to provide occasional roadside service, such as changing tires, for Police squad cars and other City vehicles. Impounded vehicles shall be towed directly to the Contractor’s storage facility unless otherwise directed by the City. All designated vehicles at an accident site shall be towed and removed before the Contractor leaves the scene to respond to any other service call. Vehicles will not be driven at any time during the towing procedure, except as incidental to the impound process. In the event that the vehicle is without tires or has flat tires, the Contractor is to tow the vehicle without damaging the wheels and not tow any vehicle on its rims, on wheels without tires, or on flat tires. Vehicle Release: All vehicles towed or impounded are to be released in accordance with procedures adopted by the Chief of Police. Vehicles being held for evidential or investigative reasons by the Police Department may not be released without written authorization by the Chief of Police or other authorized and legal representative. Other vehicles may be released as provided herein without formal authorization from the Chief of Police. Vehicles shall not be released without proper proof of ownership. If the vehicle is to be driven from the impound lot, proof of current insurance covering the vehicle and proof of a valid driver’s license by the prospective driver shall be required. The Contractor is responsible for collecting and remitting an administrative fee for each vehicle towed for the police department. The amount shall be set annually by the Chief of Police or designee. The remittance shall be made twice annually, in June and in December of each year. At the time of the return of the vehicle, the Contractor shall give a receipt in writing which shall state the date of such vehicle release together with the charges enumerated thereon and the purpose for which the charges were made. The receipt shall be made in one original and two copies, all of which shall be signed by the Contractor and the person to whom the vehicle release is made. The Contractor shall retain the original of the receipt and shall deliver one copy to the owner of the vehicle and one copy to the Police Department. Records: The Contractor will be responsible for maintaining proper records of all vehicles towed, stored, released, still held, junked and destroyed. The record keeping system shall meet the approval of the Columbia Heights Chief of Police and records are to be available at all times for inspection by authorized City officials. The Contractor shall prepare a comprehensive monthly report of all vehicles towed, stored, released, still held, junked and destroyed, in a form acceptable to the City. The contractor must have the ability to receive and send documents electronically in addition to paper copies and fax capabilities. Towing Charges: The performing Contractor shall be entitled to a charge for his/her towing and storage services pursuant to the fees submitted in the accompanying proposal. The Contractor shall agree that neither the City nor any Department thereof is responsible for any charges as a result of towing and/or storage and that the Contractor assumes all liability for any and all unpaid charges. Exception: For vehicles identified by the Police Department as subject to forfeiture, and subsequently towed to or from a location other than the Contractor’s storage facility, the performing contractor shall indicate a flat r ate charge per vehicle towed. 39 Item 8. 5 The Contractor agrees to accept as method of payment, cash, and one other method of payment such as check or credit card. Evaluation Criteria The City of Columbia Heights will evaluate all proposals received for the purposes of selecting a firm. The following factors, listed in relative order of importance, will be considered in making the selection: A. SERVICE: Response Time, Equipment, Location, Availability B. SECURITY/FACILITIES: Inside/Outside Storage Facility Security, Location, Procedures C. QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE: Staff Qualifications, Business References D. COSTS: Price List, Indirect Costs to City/Customers The Contractor shall clearly identify any proposed deviations from the Terms and Conditions in their response to this RFP. Each exception must be clearly defined and referenced to the proper paragraph. If no exceptions are noted in the Contractor’s proposal, the City will assume complete conformance and the successful Contractor will be required to perform accordingly. Alternate written proposals submitted may be considered; however, the City will make final determination as to suitability and compliance. Proposals submitted not meeting all requirements may be rejected. Submittal Requirements: A. SERVICE  List the hours your facility is open to the public.  List the location of main storage facility and any other storage sites indicating which sites would be used to service this contract.  State guaranteed response time.  Include a list of the tow trucks and equipment to be utilized under this contract. If Contractor does not presently own or lease a sufficient quantity of tow trucks to meet the minimum number required, state what arrangements will be made.  State the maximum weight vehicle you can tow.  Describe radio equipment to be used in dispatching wreckers.  Describe other equipment or resources available to you to be used in carrying out the services called for (fax machine, e-mail addresses, etc.).  State your general release procedure. Include any other situation in which your procedure would vary from the general procedure and what your procedure would be in that situation.  State your procedure for handling and resolving complaints from the public regarding the services you would provide under this agreement.  Explain fully the methods of payment you will accept from vehicle owners. State the procedures for vehicle owners to pay the charges.  Explain how you will inform the public of your charges and of the procedures described in questions above. Include samples of any informational materials you would use. Explain how you will inform the City and the public of any procedural change. B. SECURITY/FACILITIES  State the location and size of storage facility.  Provide number and dimensions of exterior & interior storage parking spaces.  Describe the security features of the storage facility – fencing, lighting, cameras, access, etc.  Explain the policies and procedure pertaining to access of vehicles you would follow under this contract. Include any other situation in which your procedure would vary from the general procedure. 40 Item 8. 6 C. QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE  Provide company’s legal name, address, principle owners, and company history.  List number of employees by job type.  List previous and current contracts that are considered identical or similar to the scope of work described in this contract.  List all public agencies served as well as any significant private contracts. Explain how you will prioritize calls for service.  List subcontractors, if any, to be used in performing this service.  Evidence of Insurability at required levels.  Include a list of references that can attest to Contractor’s ethical, quality and service standards. The list shall include the complete name, address and telephone number of each reference, with a description of his or her relationship to your firm. D. PRICE  Complete enclosed Price Sheet 41 Item 8. 7 TOWING, IMPOUNDING AND STORAGE PRICE SHEET _____________________________________ Name of Company Towing Tow of automobiles and other vehicles under 10,000 pounds GVW $__________________ Tow of vehicles between 10,001 and 26,000 pounds GVW $__________________ Tow of vehicles over 26,000 pounds GVW $__________________ Tow of snowmobiles, motorcycles, and all-terrain vehicles $__________________ Additional charge, if any, for use of dolly $__________________ Additional charge, if any, for use of low-bed truck or trailer $__________________ Additional charge, if any, for use of flat-bed truck $__________________ Additional charge, if any, for use of winch with tow $__________________ Additional charge, if any, for accident tow $__________________ Fuel Surcharge, if any $__________________ Credit Card Surcharge, if any $__________________ Additional charge, if any, for notification of registered owner $__________________ Tow of vehicles under Police Forfeiture to or from a location other than the Contractor’s storage facility $__________________ Tow of Police squad cars or City vehicles to City Shop $__________________ Tow of oversize police property/evidence items, such as ATMs, safes, etc. $__________________ Storage Charges First __________ day period: Inside storage $__________________ Outside storage $__________________ Large vehicle storage $__________________ Each additional day: Inside storage $__________________ Outside storage $__________________ Large vehicle storage $__________________ Other Charges Occasional roadside service, such as changing tires, for Police squad cars and other City vehicles $__________________ 42 Item 8. Summary of RFP Responses Metro Wrecker Services Inc Hooked Up Towing and Recovery Freeway Towing City Wide Twin Cities Collins Bros/Schmitt Guardian Recovery 4040 Washington Ave N Mpls 9142 Davenport St NE Blaine MN 299 5th Ave SW New Brighton 2535 85th Ave Blaine, MN 3201 Stinson Blvd St. Anthony 92 43rd Ave Fridley, MN 2821 East Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN Distance to Lot 3.6 miles 7 miles 3.7 miles 5/7.4 miles 2.3 miles 0.4 5 General Ability to tow Light Duty yes yes yes yes yes yes yes Ability to tow Medium Duty yes yes yes yes yes yes Ability to tow Heavy Duty 2x subcontractors no yes yes yes yes Stated Response Time (20 mins or less)20 30 30 20 <20 20 20 Water Recover Ability yes Insurance Coverage yes yes yes yes yes yes City Receives Call Priority yes yes yes yes Compliance with local laws Lot within 7 mile radius yes yes yes Yes yes yes yes? Number of inside storage spots 20+?3 25 2 25 ? Number of outside storage spots 200+?350 125 150 150 50+ 24 hour availability yes yes yes yes yes yes yes Storage lot Fenced lot yes yes yes Yes yes yes yes Security Cameras yes yes yes Yes yes yes yes Weekday hours (8a to 6p req)24/7 8 to 5 8 to 5:30 8 to 5 8:30 to 5 8 to 5 8 to 8 Saturday Hours (4 req)24/7 8 to 12 12 to 2 8 to 5 3 to 4 9 to 1 12 to 4 Sunday Hours (2 req)24/7 12 to 1 12 to 2 12 to 2 3 to 4 11 to 1 12 to 4 Payment methods (Cash + 1 other req)yes yes yes yes yes yes yes Pricing Vehicles under 10,000 $274.00 $150.00 $150.00 $120.00 150-175 $145.00 $99.00 Vehicles 10,000 to 26,000 $350.00 $160.00 $150.00 $185.00 350-500 $150.00 $149.00 Vehicles over 26,000 $500.00 $225.00 $200.00 $250.00 500-750 $225.00 $249.00 Snowmobiles, Motorcycles, Atvs $274.00 $150.00 $150.00 $120.00 150-175 $145.00 $114.00 Dolly Charge $0.00 $1.00 $0.00 $35.00 $50.00 $0.00 $0.00 Low Bed Charge $200.00 $1.00 $0.00 $125.00 $500.00 $0.00 $0.00 Flat-Bed charge $0.00 $1.00 $0.00 $35.00 $35.00 $0.00 $0.00 Winch Charge 125 hr $125.00 $100.00 $125.00 100-250 125-175 125 hr Accident tow charge $0.00 $45.00 $50.00 $75.00 $50.00 varies $49.00 Fuel Surcharge $0.00 $18.00 $0.00 9%$0.00 $12.50 $0.00 Credit Card Surcharge $0.00 5%$0.00 4%4%5%4% Aministrative Fee $35.00 $35.00 Notification of Owner Charge $20.00 $50.00 $0.00 $35.00 $25.00 $50.00 $42.00 Police Forfetuire Tow to another facility 125/.5 per mile $20.00 $0.00 $0.00 150/.05 mile $0.00 $99.00 Police Vehicle Tow 125/.5 per mile $20.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $99.00 City Vehicle Tow 125/.5 per mile $20.00 $0.00 $0.00 125-250 $0.00 $99.00 Oversize property tow for police $350.00 $20.00 $0.00 $0.00 $150.00 $0.00 $125.00 Storage charge First Day Inside $75.00 $55.00 $50.00 $55.00 $75.00 $45.00 $55.00 First Day Outside $40.00 $45.00 $50.00 $45.00 $50.00 $45.00 $35.00 First Day Large Vehicle $100.00 $55.00 $50.00 $90.00 $100.00 $75.00 $99.00 Additional Day Inside $75.00 $55.00 $50.00 $55.00 $75.00 $45.00 $55.00 Additional Day Outside $40.00 $45.00 $50.00 $45.00 $50.00 $45.00 $35.00 Additional Day Large Vehicle $100.00 $55.00 $50.00 $90.00 $100.00 $75.00 $99.00 Rodaside service for police cars $150.00 $20.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $65.00 43 Item 8. 44 Item 8. 45 Item 8. 46 Item 8. 47 Item 8. 48 Item 8. 49 Item 8. 50 Item 8. 51 Item 8. 52 Item 8. 53 Item 8. 54 Item 8. 55 Item 8. 56 Item 8. 57 Item 8. 58 Item 8. 59 Item 8. 60 Item 8. 61 Item 8. 62 Item 8. 63 Item 8. 64 Item 8. 65 Item 8. 66 Item 8. 67 Item 8. 68 Item 8. 69 Item 8. 70 Item 8. 71 Item 8. 72 Item 8. 73 Item 8. 74 Item 8. 75 Item 8. 76 Item 8. 77 Item 8. 78 Item 8. 79 Item 8. 80 Item 8. 81 Item 8. 82 Item 8. 83 Item 8. 84 Item 8. 85 Item 8. 86 Item 8. 87 Item 8. 88 Item 8. 89 Item 8. 90 Item 8. 91 Item 8. 92 Item 8. 93 Item 8. 94 Item 8. 95 Item 8. 96 Item 8. 97 Item 8. 98 Item 8. 99 Item 8. 100 Item 8. 101 Item 8. 102 Item 8. 103 Item 8. 104 Item 8. 105 Item 8. 106 Item 8. 107 Item 8. 108 Item 8. 109 Item 8. 110 Item 8. 111 Item 8. 112 Item 8. 113 Item 8. 114 Item 8. 115 Item 8. 116 Item 8. 117 Item 8. 118 Item 8. 119 Item 8. 120 Item 8. 121 Item 8. 122 Item 8. 123 Item 8. 124 Item 8. 125 Item 8. 126 Item 8. 127 Item 8. 128 Item 8. 129 Item 8. 130 Item 8. 131 Item 8. 132 Item 8. 133 Item 8. 134 Item 8. 135 Item 8. 136 Item 8. 137 Item 8. 138 Item 8. 139 Item 8. 140 Item 8. 141 Item 8. 142 Item 8. 143 Item 8. 144 Item 8. 145 Item 8. 146 Item 8. 147 Item 8. ITEM: License Agenda. DEPARTMENT: Community Development BY/DATE: Sarah LaVoie / November 18, 2025 CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below) X Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity _High Quality Public Spaces _Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone _Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking _Resilient and Prosperous Economy _Inclusive and Connected Community BACKGROUND Attached is the business license agenda for the November 24, 2025, City Council meeting. This agenda consists of applications for: 2025 contractor licenses, 2025 and 2026 tree licenses, and 2026 business licenses: tobacco. At the top of the license agenda there is a phrase stating "*Signed Waiver Form accompanied application", noting that the data privacy form has been submitted as required. If not submitted, certain information cannot be released to the public. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommend that the items are approved as listed. RECOMMENDED MOTION(S): MOTION: Move to approve the items listed on the business license agenda for November 24, 2025, as presented. ATTACHMENT(S) 11/24/2025 License Table CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA SECTION CONSENT AGENDA MEETING DATE NOVEMBER 24, 2025 148 Item 9. TO CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 24TH 2025 *Signed Waiver Form accompanied application CONTRACTOR/TREE LICENSES 2025/2026 *PIPE RIGHT PLUMBING 3920 FOSS RD ST ANTHONY MN 55421 $80 *REFLECTIVE ENERGY SOLUTIONS 8123 BLAISDELL AVE S BLOOMINGTON MN 55420 $80 *PROVIDENCE COMFORT SOLUTIONS 20304 ICALA PATH LAKEVILLE MN 55044 $80 *SC SERVICE LLC 34087 BAUGH ST NW PRINCETON MN 55371 $80 *PRONTO HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING 7415 CAHILL RD EDINA MN 55439 $80 *BOHLEG TREECARE 35889 BAUGH ST NE PRINCETON MN 55371 $80 *BIRCH TREE CARE 4343 WHITE BEAR PKWY VADNAIS HEIGHTS MN 55110 $80 *GEO TREE SERVICES 3644 LINCOLN ST MINNEAPOLIS MN 55418 $80 BUSINESS LICENSES 2026 *CENTRAL SMOKE SHOP/ SARAH’S TOBACCO (TOBACCO) 4329CENTRAL AVE NE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MN 55421 $500 149 Item 9. ITEM: Rental Occupancy Licenses for Approval DEPARTMENT: Fire BY/DATE: Assistant Fire Chief Brad Roddy / November 24, 2025 CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below) X Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity _High Quality Public Spaces X Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone _Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking _Resilient and Prosperous Economy X Inclusive and Connected Community BACKGROUND: Consideration of approval of the attached list of rental housing license applications. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve the items listed for rental housing license applications for November 24, 2025, in that they have met the requirements of the Property Maintenance Code. RECOMMENDED MOTION: MOTION: Move to approve the items listed for rental housing license applications for November 24, 2025, in that they have met the requirements of the Property Maintenance Code. ATTACHMENT: Rental Occupancy Licenses for Approval – 11-24-25 CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA SECTION CONSENT MEETING DATE NOVEMBER 24, 2025 150 Item 10. Rental Occupancy Licenses for Approval 11/24/25: LICENSEE LICENSE ADDRESS LICENSE INFORMATION Brownrigg, Thomas 1911 Longview Drive New Brighton, MN 55112 4008 Cleveland St NE 4010 Cleveland St NE 25-0009254 Rental License [1 - 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 2 $450.00 Farah, Abdirashid 612 Case Avenue Saint Paul, MN 55130 954 42nd Ave NE 25-0009150 Rental License [1 - 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 1 $300.00 Fergus, Scott CAG Minnesota Fund II, LLC 5100 Edina Industrial Blvd.#215 Edina, MN 55439 4241 4th St NE 25-0009335 Rental License [1 - 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 1 $300.00 Fragale, Pasquale C B Commons LLC 13570 Grove Drive#314 Maple Grove, MN 55311 1324 Circle Terrace Blvd NE 1326 Circle Terrace Blvd NE 25-0008704 Rental License [1 - 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 2 $300.00 Larson, Brendan Real Estate Concepts Inc. 6240 Hwy 65 NE#202 Fridley, MN 55432 4444 Monroe St NE 25-0009202 Rental License [1 - 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 1 $300.00 Leet, Corey 819 89th Ave NW Coon Rapids, MN 55433 4328 Mcleod St NE 25-0009220 Rental License [1 - 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 1 $300.00 Luker, Jackie HP Minnesota 1 LLC 5951 Luckett Court#A El Paso, TX 79932 1210 44th Ave NE 25-0009294 Rental License [1 - 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 1 $300.00 Morisette, David Dumore Investments, LLC 33293 Xkimo Trail NW Cambridge, MN 55008 4621 University Ave NE 25-0009194 Rental License [Over 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 11 $492.00 Nelson, Bernard 1121 177th Lane NE Ham Lake, MN 55304 3911 Ulysses St NE 25-0009261 Rental License [1 - 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 1 $300.00 Ogunleye, Ayodele 15275 319th Avenue NW Princeton, MN 55371 1161 Cheery Ln NE 1163 Cheery Ln NE 25-0009296 Rental License [1 - 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 2 $300.00 11/18/2025 10:50 Page 1 of 2 151 Item 10. LICENSEE LICENSE ADDRESS LICENSE INFORMATION Omer, Ismael 1001 140th Lane NW Andover, MN 55304 1336 43 1/2 Ave NE 1338 43 1/2 Ave NE 25-0009334 Rental License [1 - 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 2 $300.00 Pallchizaca, Jesus 3653 Lincoln Street NE Minneapolis, MN 55418 4230 Reservoir Blvd NE 25-0009232 Rental License [1 - 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 1 $300.00 Sultana, Zehra Woodbridge Partners, LLC 8445 Center Drive Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 1026 40th Ave NE 25-0009301 Rental License [Over 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 4 $338.00 Sultana, Zehra Woodbridge Partners, LLC 8445 Center Drive Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 4341 Tyler Pl NE 25-0009218 Rental License [Over 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 4 $338.00 Sultana, Zehra Minneapolis Properties Service LLC 8445 Center Drive Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 4618 Fillmore St NE 25-0009195 Rental License [1 - 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 1 $300.00 Sultana, Zehra Hampton Investments, Inc. 8445 Center Drive Spring Lake Park, MN 55432 965 43rd Ave NE 25-0009148 Rental License [1 - 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 1 $300.00 Tesfai, Mary 3027 31st Avenue NE Saint Anthony, MN 55418 4015 5th St NE 25-0009252 Rental License [1 - 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 1 $300.00 Tesfaye, Kiros ART Properties Management LLC 2301 Woodbridge Street#102 Roseville, MN 55113 4225 Central Ave NE 25-0009234 Rental License [Over 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 7 $404.00 Wang, Julia GS Properties LLC 4 Black Oak Road North Oaks, MN 55127 4609 University Ave NE 25-0008985 Rental License [Over 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 7 $554.00 Ward, Shirley 20800 Hurley Court Lakeville, MN 55044 4401 Jackson St NE 4403 Jackson St NE 25-0009214 Rental License [1 - 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 2 $300.00 Wenzel, David 5001 Jackson Street NE Columbia Heights, MN 55421 4763 Chatham Rd NE 25-0009181 Rental License [1 - 3 Units] Number of licensed units: 1 $300.00 11/18/2025 10:50 Page 2 of 2 152 Item 10. ITEM: Review of Bills. DEPARTMENT: Finance Department BY/DATE: November 24th, 2025 CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below) X Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity X High Quality Public Spaces X Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone X Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking X Resilient and Prosperous Economy X Inclusive and Connected Community BACKGROUND The Finance Department prepares a list of all payments made for approval of the Council. SUMMARY OF CURRENT STATUS STAFF RECOMMENDATION Approve payments since previous City Council Meeting. RECOMMENDED MOTION(S): MOTION: Move that in accordance with Minnesota Statute 412.271, subd. 8 the City Council has reviewed the enclosed list to claims paid by check and by electronic funds transfer in the amount of $1,118,372.76. ATTACHMENT(S) List of Claims CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA SECTION CONSENT AGENDA MEETING DATE NOVEMBER 24TH, 2025 153 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 1/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 101 GENERAL 72.00 194044020INVOICE CORRECTION - CHECK #204730A DYNAMIC DOOR CO INC22509131204898#MAIN11/06/2025 951.25 194044020REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER-CH22510171 5,608.74 920044020GARAGE DOOR REPAIRS-590 40TH AVE22509241 6,631.99 CHECK MAIN 204898 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 95.40 194043050PEST CONTROL-CH 100625ADAM'S PEST CONTROL, INC4286450204899*#MAIN11/06/2025 54.62 210043050PEST CONTROL-PSB 1008254282035 54.62 210043050PEST CONTROL PS 0801254229533 54.63 220043050PEST CONTROL-PSB 1008254282035 54.63 220043050PEST CONTROL PS 0801254229533 95.40 512943050PEST CONTROL-JPM 1016254285740 409.30 CHECK MAIN 204899 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 2,300.00 132043050BSWIFT 1025AI TECHNOLOGIES, LLC.10024102025204900MAIN11/06/2025 850.95 132043050BSWIFT 102510024102025 3,150.95 CHECK MAIN 204900 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 435.00 500143050TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING 100125-102225ALFERNESS/DONNA M102225204901MAIN11/06/2025 37.50 210043250BROADBAND CONN 1025ANOKA COUNTYB251014G204903*#MAIN11/06/2025 37.50 220043250BROADBAND CONN 1025B251014G 18.75 310043250BROADBAND CONN 1025B251014G 3.75 312143250BROADBAND CONN 1025B251014G 3.75 520043250BROADBAND CONN 1025B251014G 101.25 CHECK MAIN 204903 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 119.35 220042172BADGE, NAME TAG ASPEN MILLS, INC.363610204905MAIN11/06/2025 119.35 220042172BADGE, NAME TAG 363504 238.70 CHECK MAIN 204905 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 356.00 194044020DOOR ADJUSTMENTS-CHASSURED SECURITY INC246869204906MAIN11/06/2025 50.00 312143120ISA CERTIFIED ARBORISTBALISTRIERI/JAKE87508204908MAIN11/06/2025 95.93 520043830CLEAR GAS 092425BONA COMPANIES INC.1013740204913MAIN11/06/2025 535.00 920044020ROOF REPAIR- 590 40TH AVECENTRAL ROOFING CO INC39522204915*#MAIN11/06/2025 1,121.00 520042160DOUBLE SHREDDED HARDWOOD MULCHCENTRAL WOOD PRODUCTS512048204916MAIN11/06/2025 154 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 2/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 101 GENERAL 23.08 194042171FIRST AID SUPPLIES CH 102225CINTAS FIRST AID-SAFETY5298637903204918*#MAIN11/06/2025 66.00 194044020RUGS-CH 101525CINTAS INC4246580366204919*#MAIN11/06/2025 66.00 194044020RUGS-CH 1022254247302352 147.47 512944020MATS, MOPS JPM 1028254247893463 279.47 CHECK MAIN 204919 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 66.00 194044020RUGS-CH 100125CINTAS INC4245119559204920MAIN11/06/2025 66.00 194044020RUGS-CH 1008254245848316 132.00 CHECK MAIN 204920 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 38.29 310043050SEAL COAT LEGAL COSTS 2025CITY OF COON RAPIDSAR-0000014763204921*#MAIN11/06/2025 118.94 194044020WINDOW CLEANING-CH 0925CITY WIDE WINDOW SERVICE INC752713204922MAIN11/06/2025 (8.94)194044020WINDOW CLEANING-CH 0925752713 110.00 CHECK MAIN 204922 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 23.16 111043250101525 934571297COMCAST253931693204923*#MAIN11/06/2025 32.43 132043250101525 934571297253931693 50.96 151043250101525 934571297253931693 4.63 194043250101525 934571297253931693 129.72 210043250101525 934571297253931693 115.82 220043250101525 934571297253931693 60.23 310043250101525 934571297253931693 18.53 312143250101525 934571297253931693 9.27 500043250101525 934571297253931693 32.43 512943250101525 934571297253931693 9.27 520043250101525 934571297253931693 486.45 CHECK MAIN 204923 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 23.18 111043250091625 8772105050412606COMCAST091625204924MAIN11/06/2025 23.18 111043250101625 8772105050412606101625 46.36 CHECK MAIN 204924 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 3,067.20 194044020CARPET CLEANING-CH 100425COMMERCIAL STEAM TEAM29450204925*#MAIN11/06/2025 907.50 210044020CARPET CLEANING-PSB 10042529449 155 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 3/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 101 GENERAL 907.50 220044020CARPET CLEANING-PSB 10042529449 4,882.20 CHECK MAIN 204925 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 519.17 317042171NO PARKING SIGNS, ARROW SIGNSEARL F ANDERSEN INC0140949-IN204929*#MAIN11/06/2025 240.00 317042171NO TRUCK, SPEED LIMIT 30 SIGNS0141106-IN 759.17 CHECK MAIN 204929 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 750.00 220042171NAMEPLATESEMERGENCY TECHNICAL DECON00000360204931MAIN11/06/2025 281.00 610242160TREEGROVE NURSERY35816200204938MAIN11/06/2025 56.43 194042171HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, SPRAYERHOME DEPOT #28026232135204940*#MAIN11/06/2025 50.45 520042171FLEX SEAL, GORILLA SEAL5012626 106.88 CHECK MAIN 204940 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 3.39 194042000POST IT NOTES, PAPER CLIPSINNOVATIVE OFFICE SOLUTIONS LLCIN4965464204941*#MAIN11/06/2025 136.88 194042000HP89A TONER, POST IT NOTESIN4964492 27.69 312142000PAPER, FILE FOLDERSIN4961660 3.00 312142000PENSIN4962175 27.68 520042000PAPER, FILE FOLDERSIN4961660 3.00 520042000PENSIN4962175 201.64 CHECK MAIN 204941 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 26.00 111043310MEAL, MILEAGE REIMB 020325-090825MARQUEZ SIMULA/AMADA090825204945MAIN11/06/2025 15.27 111043310MEAL, MILEAGE REIMB 020325-090825090825 21.25 111043310MEAL, MILEAGE REIMB 020325-090825090825 26.00 111043310MEAL, MILEAGE REIMB 020325-090825090825 26.00 111043310MEAL, MILEAGE REIMB 020325-090825090825 212.10 111043310MEAL, MILEAGE REIMB 020325-090825090825 326.62 CHECK MAIN 204945 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 27.95 194042171KLEENEXMENARDS CASHWAY LUMBER-FRIDLEY38244204947*#MAIN11/06/2025 20.98 194042171MICROFIBER CLOTHS38104 48.93 CHECK MAIN 204947 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 30.00 6102443302026 TREE CARE REGISTRYMN DEPT OF AGRICULTURE20106911204948MAIN11/06/2025 222.00 512944100SATELLITE RENT-MCKENNAON SITE SANITATION INC0001977403204951MAIN11/06/2025 156 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 4/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 101 GENERAL (0.60)000020815103125 COOLER RENTALSPREMIUM WATERS INC311129220204953*#MAIN11/06/2025 (0.30)000020815103125 COOLER RENTAL311129221 (0.90)CHECK MAIN 204953 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 105.00 500143050UMPIRE MENS SOFTBALL 091825, 101625RICHSMANN/MARK102025204956MAIN11/06/2025 144.95 520042173DAMAGED WORK BOOTSSANDQUIST/TIM142116204957MAIN11/06/2025 811.20 210044000PARKING LOT MARKINGS-PSBSIR LINES-A-LOT LLCH25-0362-03P-002204959*#MAIN11/06/2025 811.20 220044000PARKING LOT MARKINGS-PSBH25-0362-03P-002 1,622.40 CHECK MAIN 204959 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 73.40 194042171HAND SOAPTRIO SUPPLY COMPANY INC1051385204965MAIN11/06/2025 61.01 132044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC.025-502664204966*#MAIN11/06/2025 61.01 132044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 61.01 132044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 61.01 210044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 61.01 210044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 61.01 210044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 2,749.33 220044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 60.98 220044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 796.86 220044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 241.38 220044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 2,749.33 220044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 796.86 220044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 241.38 220044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 60.98 220044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 60.98 220044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 241.38 220044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 2,749.33 220044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 796.86 220044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 482.75 230044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 227.64 230044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 785.42 230044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 482.75 230044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 227.64 230044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 785.42 230044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 227.64 230044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 785.42 230044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 157 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 5/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 101 GENERAL 482.75 230044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 785.42 310044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 227.65 310044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 60.98 310044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 482.75 310044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 785.42 310044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 227.65 310044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 482.75 310044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 60.98 310044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 785.42 310044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 227.65 310044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 482.75 310044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 60.98 310044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 15.26 312144030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 15.26 312144030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 15.26 312144030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 15.26 520044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 15.26 520044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 15.26 520044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 21,161.10 CHECK MAIN 204966 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 3,375.00 220043050ANNUAL FIRE PUMP AND LADDER TESTING UL LLC72020640280204967MAIN11/06/2025 2,950.00 220043050ANNUAL FIRE PUMP AND LADDER TESTING 72020640280 2,825.00 220043050ANNUAL FIRE PUMP AND LADDER TESTING 72020640280 108.00 220043050ANNUAL FIRE PUMP AND LADDER TESTING 72020640280 9,258.00 CHECK MAIN 204967 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 884.00 500143050TAE KWON DO & LITTLE TIGERS 091825-102325ULTIMATE MARTIAL ARTS INC102325204968MAIN11/06/2025 153.00 500143050TAE KWON DO & LITTLE TIGERS 091825-102325102325 1,037.00 CHECK MAIN 204968 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 75.81 132043211101425 442735411-00001VERIZON WIRELESS6126009375204970*#MAIN11/06/2025 2,285.61 210043211101425 442735411-000016126009375 836.43 220043211101425 442735411-000016126009375 96.31 310043211101425 442735411-000016126009375 132.67 312143211101425 442735411-000016126009375 37.91 500043211101425 442735411-000016126009375 208.48 520043211101425 442735411-000016126009375 37.91 610243211101425 442735411-000016126009375 158 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 6/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 101 GENERAL 3,711.13 CHECK MAIN 204970 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 208.00 512943050SECURITY JPM 101825-101925ALLIED UNIVERSAL SECURITY SERVICES176942452519(A)MAIN11/06/2025 120.00 194042175ICE MACHINE CLEANING 102725FIRST CHOICE COFFEE SERVICEMN-6548112527(A)MAIN11/06/2025 214.60 210043810SOLAR POWERHINTERLAND CSG, LLCSP-035-0003442528(A)#MAIN11/06/2025 214.60 220043810SOLAR POWERSP-035-000344 429.20 CHECK MAIN 2528(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 2,110.46 220044000SLIDE BRACKETS, SEAT ISSUEMAC QUEEN EQUIPMENT LLCW073762530(A)MAIN11/06/2025 169.13 210043810SOLAR POWERMADISON ENERGY INVESTMENTS IV LLCSP-151-0002682531(A)#MAIN11/06/2025 169.14 220043810SOLAR POWERSP-151-000268 338.27 CHECK MAIN 2531(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 69.09 920043810SOLAR POWERMADISON ENERGY INVESTMENTS LLCSP-001-0004092532(A)MAIN11/06/2025 (0.38)000020815VINEGAR, MENTOS, COCA-COLA,DISH SOAPWELLS FARGO CREDIT CARD00797Q2553(E)*#MAIN11/08/2025 (5.94)000020815CANDY FD OPEN HOUSE & TRUCK OR TREAT,LIGHT UP PUMPKIN 01055Q (1.89)000020815CLOROX WIPES112-3571917-5620255 92.54 132042011LOGITECH C925-E WEBCAM111-7347121-6755452 30.00 141044030CHATGPT SUBSC 082325-09232569ACA837-0017 14.99 151042171FAN112-7765919-2417832 350.00 151043105WEBINARS ATTENDED BY JOE KLOIBER850551.00 150.00 151043105WEBINARS ATTENDED BY JOE KLOIBER850551.00 14.97 194042171CLOROX WIPES112-6178325-9357827 20.59 194042175TEA112-0270839-9394622 96.36 210042000YOGA MATS, BINDER CLIPS, MNL ENVELOPES,CNTR TOP ORGZR112-0158227-3913064 59.77 210042000PERM MARKERS,NAME TAGS, TAPE,SNTZ WIPES,AIR FRSH112-0502862-0421829 13.47 210042000LYSOL SPRAY112-8949516-7281856 7.49 210042000SHARPIES112-4995814-1425042 45.45 210042000KLEENEX,SCISSORS,BALLPOINT PENS112-3694907-5449850 (4.60)210042000REFUND SALES TAX3693957821 55.99 210042011OTTERBOX IPHONE 16 CASE111-4309228-6785068 66.00 210042030NAME DECALS OFFICE DOORS216318 80.00 210042030NAME DECALS OFFICE WINDOWS216050 (311.00)210042070NTOA COURSE CANCELLED20252970 97.99 210042170FOOD K-9 KANSAS243619 21.22 210042170YOGA MATS, BINDER CLIPS, MNL ENVELOPES,CNTR TOP ORGZR112-0158227-3913064 326.48 210042170TEEN ACADEMY T-SHIRTS #4014133 159 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 7/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 101 GENERAL 5,102.30 210042170APPRECIATION DINNER - ALL INVOLVED CASE #25099079091125 30.39 210042171SHOWER CADDY, C CELL BATTERIES112-1248369-8373046 6.85 210042171SHOWER CADDY, C CELL BATTERIES112-1248369-8373046 46.63 210042171KLEENEX,DISH SOAP,SPONGES112-2417879-5686663 50.40 210042171C 12 BATTERIES112-9926308-6381056 121.00 210042171TRACKER TAGS PHONES/DEVICE112-5497945-5763423 51.74 210042175RECRUITMENT LUNCH SGT POSITION250916-16-1 291.78 210042175DESSERT TRAYS APPRECIATION DINNER526115832858 91.98 210042175CAKE PROMOTION AND SWEARING IN01984Q 168.68 210042175MEAL MAC MEETING1010001 72.23 210042175GLUTEN FREE DESSERTS-APPRT DINNER2019506797 70.82 210042175GLUTEN FREE DESSERTS 313893452 1,100.00 210043105SUPERVISON OF POLICE PERSONNEL29331 70.00 210043105D WILSON POST TEST53637786 (815.00)210043105NTOA COURSE CANCELLATION20254540 26.48 210043220SHIP BADGES TO SUNBADGE FOR REPAIR0010017191 74.00 210044030MONTHLY SUBSC 100625-11052520251006-000723 31.62 210044030ANNUAL FEE REMARKABLE WRITING TABLET100425 0.35 210044310LICENSE TABS #816603760322 50.00 210044330ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP101325 90.00 210044390POST LICENSE D WILSONMLSPOS000180576 1.94 210044390POST LICENSE D WILSONMLSPOS000180576 16.25 210044390LICENSE TABS #816603760322 107.26 210044390D WILSON POST LICENSE FEEMLSPOS000179862 148.93 220042000MAGENTA PRINTER INK111-6807110-4205031 134.14 220042000CANON YELLOW PRINTER INK111-3382670-6919414 (253.53)220042000PRINTER INK CARTRIDGE (REFUND)114-9478685-0703408 67.24 220042010HOSE STRAPS3346 343.00 220042171EQUIP LABELS,OFFICE WINDOW DECALS215846/216109 8.49 220042171METAL RIM KEY TAGS113-3711226-0933806 679.00 220042171WEBER GAS GRILL 113-7083092-8053049 26.99 220042171WEBER GRILL COVER113-8870956-5829864 6.85 220042171SHOWER CADDY, C CELL BATTERIES112-1248369-8373046 (249.99)220042171RETURN PARTS FOR THE GRILL9170 99.94 220042172STEEL TOE WORK BOOT112-8170730-6315402 116.06 220042175CIDER,DESERT,VEGG,CHEESE,MEAT TRAYS-BADGE PINNING00853Q 66.00 220042175DINNER HEART OF THE LAKES CONF319 1,076.25 220043105MFSCB BULK RECERTIFICATION81207806362 175.50 220043105LODGING HEART OF THE LAKES C. ALLEN449520 175.50 220043105LODGING HEART OF THE LAKES G. DICKINSON449522 175.50 220043105LODGING HEART OF THE LAKES M.PYKA449523 160 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 8/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 101 GENERAL 175.50 220043105LODGING HEART OF THE LAKES M.MCKAY449555 175.50 220043105LODGING HEART OF THE LAKES S.DRISCOLL449527 197.58 220043105LODGING HEART OF THE LAKES A.KATTERJOHN449552 (210.00)220043105MFSCB BULK RECERTIFICATION REFUND121251769515 60.00 220044030CHATGPT SUBSC 082325-09232569ACA837-0017 134.14 230042000YELLOW PRINTER INK111-1515530-9989819 59.95 310042000PLANT PWDR,CHR MAT,T POST CAPS,TREE TIE STRAPS112-7550485-3825015 9.89 310042000GEL MOUSE PAD112-6769528-69000266 35.42 310042171NAMETAGS AND BUSINESS CARDS00000001 650.00 310043105ACM/SIGSPATIAL INTERNATIONAL CONFXHNM6CJN7TQ 735.44 310043310AWWA CONFERENCE 202548979353 239.88 3100440301 YR SUBSCRIPTION ADOBE ACROBAT3227679768 60.00 310044030CHATGPT SUBSC 082325-09232569ACA837-0017 2.32 312142000PERMANENT MARKERS112-9254875-2213059 4.34 312142000SHARPIE PERMANENT MARKER112-6402544-7184262 14.55 312142000SHARPIES, NAPKINS, PLUNGER, PAPER TOWELS112-2009739-2823416 7.40 312142000GLASS CLEANER, SWIFFER112-1925708-4603445 37.00 312142171NAMETAGS AND BUSINESS CARDS00000001 300.00 312144030BUSINESS SUBSCRIPTION 091725-091726093BA36A-002 1.00 312144030API USAGE CREDITLD2PV0OX-003 90.00 312144030CHATGPT SUBSC 082325-09232569ACA837-0017 16.99 500042175YOUTH TRIP 10/04/25101047045 54.10 500142170DOODLE MATS, MUSICAL MAT, FOLDING TRAMPOLINE 113-3188762-7273845 71.45 500142170WHISTLES, BALL PUMP, PORTABLE BALL PUMP113-0931458-4829835 25.60 500142170LARGE EQUIPMENT BAG WITH SHOULDER STRAP 113-7936250-3297814 72.94 500442170PLAY MATS,MAGNETIC TILES113-0776687-6032249 98.96 500442170FOAM FLOOR PLAY MATS113-0776687-6032249 48.71 500442170DOODLE MATS, MUSICAL MAT, FOLDING TRAMPOLINE 113-3188762-7273845 270.85 500442170TOYS, BALLS, DISENFECTANTS, WIPES,MATS527005448604 58.95 500442170BULK GLUE BOTTLE, CLEAR GLUE, CUPS03089Q 1.29 500442170VINEGAR, MENTOS, COCA-COLA,DISH SOAP00797Q 145.89 500442171HALLOWEEN HEADBANDS,WANDS-TRUCK OR TREAT 113-4296987-0528208 5.00 500442171CANDY FD OPEN HOUSE & TRUCK OR TREAT,LIGHT UP PUMPKIN 01055Q 18.82 500442175VINEGAR, MENTOS, COCA-COLA,DISH SOAP00797Q 92.38 500442175CANDY FD OPEN HOUSE & TRUCK OR TREAT,LIGHT UP PUMPKIN 01055Q 0.29 504042170FOOD & CUPS- HARVEST DINNER00818Q 3.45 504042170FOOD & CUPS- HARVEST DINNER00818Q 28.07 504042175FOOD BOOK CLUB AND HARVEST DINNER01969Q 21.97 504042175PIE HARVEST DINNER0088 (7.98)504042175PIE HARVEST DINNER0088 5.99 504042175FOOD HARVEST DINNER00648Q 161 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 9/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 101 GENERAL 13.77 504042175SOUP'S ON DAY01348Q 26.65 504042175FOOD & CUPS- HARVEST DINNER00818Q 110.00 504042175FOOD HARVEST DINNER133 110.00 504042175HARVEST DINNER299 7.00 504042175BREAD HARVEST DINNER55 7.99 504044200DECOR HARVEST DINNER111-5850281-2483439 20.50 504044200ART CLASS SUPPLIES01268Q 19.57 504044200LUNCH OUTING WITH ACTIVE AGERS01376Q 20.00 504044200LUNCH OUTING WITH ACTIVE AGERS41-2 0.98 504044200LUNCH OUTING WITH ACTIVE AGERS41-2 18.87 504044200LUNCH OUTING WITH ACTIVE AGERS91 110.38 504044200OVERNIGHT HOTEL OUTING WITH ACTIVE AGERS207 19.54 504044200LUNCH OUTING WITH ACTIVE AGERS33 19.25 504044200LUNCH OUTING WITH ACTIVE AGERS378993 17.93 504044200LUNCH OUTING WITH ACTIVE AGERSCB0191 20.00 504044200DINNER OUTING WITH ACTIVE AGERS3013:4 15.80 504044200LUNCH OUTING WITH ACTIVE AGERS260 20.00 504044200LUNCH OUTING WITH ACTIVE AGERS38 18.37 504044200LUNCH OUTING WITH ACTIVE AGERS30017 20.00 504044200THEATRE TICKETLQ1O3OA0FOC3PK3Y 3.38 504044200PARKING FEE33706 9.00 504044200PARKING FEE146 24.00 512942171SOAP DISPENSORS JPMWB8764339799 2.31 520042000PERMANENT MARKERS112-9254875-2213059 19.22 520042000MEASURING CUPS112-8068113-2701833 4.35 520042000SHARPIE PERMANENT MARKER112-6402544-7184262 14.56 520042000SHARPIES, NAPKINS, PLUNGER, PAPER TOWELS112-2009739-2823416 7.38 520042000GLASS CLEANER, SWIFFER112-1925708-4603445 1,006.00 5200420106FT T-POSTS 3008185026 14.39 520042171MEASURING CUPS112-7914162-2843425 150.00 520044030BUSINESS SUBSCRIPTION 091725-091726093BA36A-002 1.00 520044030API USAGE CREDITLD2PV0OX-003 1,006.00 6102420106FT T-POSTS 3008185026 310.56 610242171PLANT PWDR,CHR MAT,T POST CAPS,TREE TIE STRAPS112-7550485-3825015 150.00 610244030BUSINESS SUBSCRIPTION 091725-091726093BA36A-002 18,025.45 CHECK MAIN 2553(E) TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 197.02 220044000FIRE EXTINGUISHER SVC, PARTS, CERTAMERICAN CYLINDER INC229509204983MAIN11/13/2025 10.85 210042172NAME TAGASPEN MILLS, INC.363916204984MAIN11/13/2025 159.95 210042172BOOTS363927 162 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 10/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 101 GENERAL 159.95 210042172JACKET, PATCHES363933 223.74 210042172PANTS, SHIRT, ALTERATIONS, PATCHES363936 163.80 210042172JACKET, PATCHES363693 379.55 210042172SHIRTS, JACKET, EMBROIDERY363612 180.43 210042172POLOS, FLEECE, LOGO EMBROIDERY363999 163.43 210042172POLOS, FLEECE, LOGO EMBROIDERY363998 55.83 210042172FLEECE, LOGO EMBROIDERY364000 129.75 210042172PANTS, SHIRT, PATCHES364080 18.85 210042172NAME TAG364135 1,646.13 CHECK MAIN 204984 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 2,280.00 194044100CITY HALL PARKING 0925, ELECTRICITY 090825-100625BPOZ COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, LLC1025204987MAIN11/13/2025 1,951.26 194044100CITY HALL PARKING 0925, ELECTRICITY 090825-1006251025 4,231.26 CHECK MAIN 204987 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 75.00 210043105DMT-G RECERTIFICATION TRAININGBUREAU OF CRIMINAL APPREHENS43321204989MAIN11/13/2025 90.81 210044020TOWELS, AIR FRESH, MATS PS 101625CINTAS INC4246736248204992*#MAIN11/13/2025 41.31 210044020TOWELS, FRESH AIR PS 1030254248217802 41.31 220044020TOWELS, AIR FRESH, MATS PS 1016254246736248 41.31 220044020TOWELS, FRESH AIR PS 1030254248217802 36.62 512944020MOPS JPM 1104254248631360 251.36 CHECK MAIN 204992 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 66.00 194044020RUGS-CH 102925CINTAS INC4248043714204993MAIN11/13/2025 1,000.00 210043105PDI ARMORER COURSE 072125-0723225CITY OF ST PAULIN63402204995MAIN11/13/2025 180.50 210044020TROUBLESHOOT & RESET GFI-GUN RANGECOLLINS ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION CO2534415.01204997MAIN11/13/2025 13.91 210043250100325 87721050502133657COMCAST100325204998MAIN11/13/2025 14.73 312142171CIRCULAR BASE PLATEDISCOUNT STEEL INC5637254205001MAIN11/13/2025 699.00 210043105FTO CERTIFICATION COURSEECKBERG LAMMERS, P.C.A32764205002MAIN11/13/2025 70.80 111043500PHN ORD #1721 103125ECM PUBLISHERS INC1072253205003*#MAIN11/13/2025 70.80 111043500PHN ORD #1722 1031251072254 141.60 CHECK MAIN 205003 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 320.00 220042173LION QR BUNKER BOOTSFIRE EQUIPMENT SPECIALTIES21711205008MAIN11/13/2025 1,600.00 220043050COMPETENCY TESTING 102225FIRE INSTRUCTION & RESCUE ED7761205009MAIN11/13/2025 163 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 11/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 101 GENERAL 958.00 520042010BASKETBALL RIMS & NETSGOALS & POLES LLC11844205013MAIN11/13/2025 275.00 210044080REPAIR SQUAD #8166 AXON TRIGGER NOT WORKING VIN #4322GUARDIAN FLEET SAFETY, LLC303450205015MAIN11/13/2025 29.88 520042160CONCRETEHOME DEPOT #28028410735205017*#MAIN11/13/2025 206.40 210042171TWLS, TP, WIPES, LNRS, DISINF, SOAP, LNRS, VAC BAGSIMPERIAL DADE4443856205018#MAIN11/13/2025 206.40 220042171TWLS, TP, WIPES, LNRS, DISINF, SOAP, LNRS, VAC BAGS4443856 412.80 CHECK MAIN 205018 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 614.00 500143050UMPIRE MENS FALL SOFTBALL 100225-103025 ISOM/HARLAN G.103125205021MAIN11/13/2025 35.98 220042175DONUTS 101125, MEALS 101325-101725KOSMAN/EMILY101725205022MAIN11/13/2025 15.87 220043310DONUTS 101125, MEALS 101325-101725101725 16.87 220043310DONUTS 101125, MEALS 101325-101725101725 11.56 220043310DONUTS 101125, MEALS 101325-101725101725 10.26 220043310DONUTS 101125, MEALS 101325-101725101725 90.54 CHECK MAIN 205022 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 150.00 210043050DECONTAMINATION SQUAD #8233KROPIDLOWSKI/MARK133930205023MAIN11/13/2025 7.50 504042170CANVAS PANELS, PLATESLACK/CANDY093025205024MAIN11/13/2025 110.21 210043250LANGUAGE LINE 1025LANGUAGELINE SOLUTIONS11762016205025MAIN11/13/2025 1,250.00 210043050BODY WORN CAMERA AUDIT 050124-051525LYNN LEMBCKE CONSULTINGA25-047205027MAIN11/13/2025 110.00 210042012INSTALL MIC PSB LOBBYMARCO, INCINV14392052205030MAIN11/13/2025 398.74 210042012INSTALL MIC PSB LOBBYINV14392052 1,605.00 210043050INSTALL MIC PSB LOBBYINV14392052 2,113.74 CHECK MAIN 205030 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 2,110.00 210043050MANDATORY CHECK INS, THERAPY SESSIONS 1025MARIE RIDGEWAY LICSW LLC3387205031MAIN11/13/2025 23.76 2200421711X2-8 FURRINGMENARDS CASHWAY LUMBER-FRIDLEY39668205035*#MAIN11/13/2025 45.94 312142171TAPE MEASURE, CORD STORAGE, ROPE38126 18.99 312142171CONCRETE PATCH38674 31.50 312142171SPRAY PAIN, DROP CLOTH, MASKS39003 13.99 312142171METAL POLISH38956 71.90 312142171LED STRING LIGHTS39567 78.43 312142171FOAM BOARD, PIPE, PULL SAW, SPRAY PAINT39396 164 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 12/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 101 GENERAL 67.94 520042171PAINT38188 56.22 520042171BRUSHES, ROLLERS, CAULK GUN, CAULK38302 48.58 520042171BRUSHES, CONTAINER, STIR STICK38463 8.96 520042171MULTI-PURPOSE WIPES38530 11.56 520042171GOO GONE 38608 11.08 520042171TREATED WOOD POST38878 75.00 520042171FOAM BOARD, PIPE, PULL SAW, SPRAY PAINT39396 563.85 CHECK MAIN 205035 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 450.00 220044330MEMBERSHIP 2026MINNESOTA STATE FIRE DEPT ASSC2026205039MAIN11/13/2025 25.00 220044390BOILER LICENSE PSB 2025MN DEPT OF LABOR & INDUSTRYABR0361846X205040MAIN11/13/2025 145.00 920044000ELEVATOR PERMIT-590 40TH AVEMN DEPT OF LABOR & INDUSTRYALR0181819X205041*#MAIN11/13/2025 374.00 2200443302026 MEMBERSHIP TC, EK, TM, DO, BRMN STATE FIRE CHIEFS ASSN10162205042MAIN11/13/2025 166.28 210042000COPY PAPEROFFICE DEPOT443702880001205046MAIN11/13/2025 57.00 220043050MEDICAL EVALUATION PERFORMANCE PLUS LLC101373205050MAIN11/13/2025 2,154.00 220043050MEDICAL EXAMS, PHYSICAL ABILITY TESTS101358 2,211.00 CHECK MAIN 205050 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 18.85 141044000SHREDDING 102025ROHN INDUSTRIES INC0059209205053MAIN11/13/2025 473.82 310042173CLASS 3 JACKETS, SWEATSHIRTSSAFE-FAST INCINV315561205054*#MAIN11/13/2025 817.60 312142173CLASS 3 JACKETS, SWEATSHIRTSINV315561 661.09 520042173CLASS 3 JACKETS, SWEATSHIRTSINV315561 89.52 610242173CLASS 3 JACKETS, SWEATSHIRTSINV315561 2,042.03 CHECK MAIN 205054 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 77.51 210044020PREVENT MAINT 1025-PSBSCHINDLER ELEVATOR CORP INC4607258868205055#MAIN11/13/2025 77.51 220044020PREVENT MAINT 1025-PSB4607258868 155.02 CHECK MAIN 205055 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 88.14 520042171PAINTSHERWIN WILLIAMS9265-7205056MAIN11/13/2025 117.98 210042172RADIO CASESSTREICHER'S GUN'S INC/DONI1788403205058MAIN11/13/2025 275.00 210042173VEST CARRIERI1787101 330.00 210042173VEST CARRIERI1786967 722.98 CHECK MAIN 205058 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 165 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 13/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 101 GENERAL 2,584.00 210042172BADGES SGT, OFFICER AND CSO RENUMBERED, UPDATE STATE SEALSUN BADGE COMPANY INC425679205059MAIN11/13/2025 30.00 312142171DUMP RUBBLESUPERIOR SAND AND GRAVEL, INC.38788205060MAIN11/13/2025 45.10 132043050BACKGROUND CHECKS 1025THE MCDOWELL AGENCY, INC.165023205062MAIN11/13/2025 193.50 141043050COUNCIL MINUTES 101425TIMESAVER OFF SITE SECRETR INC31260205063MAIN11/13/2025 252.04 194042171TP, CAN LINERS, TOWELSTRIO SUPPLY COMPANY INC1057604205064*#MAIN11/13/2025 153.14 312142171CLEANING WIPESULINE INC199356254205065MAIN11/13/2025 10.29 31604381051-4159572-0XCEL ENERGY (N S P)1226046850205070*#MAIN11/13/2025 11.15 31604381051-0013562395-21226046917 2,005.69 51294381051-4350334-81228012842 (1,703.75)51294381051-4350334-81228012842 323.38 CHECK MAIN 205070 TOTAL FOR FUND 101: 208.00 512943050SECURITY JPM 102525-102625ALLIED UNIVERSAL SECURITY SERVICES177286702537(A)MAIN11/13/2025 3,000.00 210043050LICENSE PLATE READER SERVICES ALPRAXON ENTERPRISE INCINUS3922022539(A)MAIN11/13/2025 104.92 520042171CUT OFF WHEELS, FLAP DISCSCENTRAL MCGOWAN00010696742544(A)*#MAIN11/13/2025 112,676.17 Total for fund 101 GENERAL 166 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 14/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 201 PLANNING & INSPECTIONS 13.90 240043250101525 934571297COMCAST253931693204923*#MAIN11/06/2025 172.00 240043050PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES 100725 TIMESAVER OFF SITE SECRETR INC31205204963*#MAIN11/06/2025 2,356.97 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC.025-502664204966*#MAIN11/06/2025 1,195.25 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 1,195.25 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 682.93 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 60.98 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 724.12 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 724.12 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 682.93 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 2,356.97 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 60.98 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 1,195.25 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 1,195.25 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 682.93 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 2,356.97 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 60.98 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 724.12 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 1,195.25 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 1,195.25 240044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 18,646.50 CHECK MAIN 204966 TOTAL FOR FUND 201: 116.79 240043211101425 442735411-00001VERIZON WIRELESS6126009375204970*#MAIN11/06/2025 35.42 240042171NAMETAGS AND BUSINESS CARDSWELLS FARGO CREDIT CARD000000012553(E)*#MAIN11/08/2025 126.75 240043220CERTIFIED MAIL TOBACCO ORDINANCE197 125.00 240044330ICC MEMBERSHIP102078674 287.17 CHECK MAIN 2553(E) TOTAL FOR FUND 201: 208.80 240043500RESOLUTION #2025-079 103125ECM PUBLISHERS INC1072252205003*#MAIN11/13/2025 19,445.16 Total for fund 201 PLANNING & INSPECTIONS 167 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 15/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 204 EDA ADMINISTRATION 23.16 631443250101525 934571297COMCAST253931693204923*#MAIN11/06/2025 254.50 631443050EDA MINUTES 100625TIMESAVER OFF SITE SECRETR INC31204204963*#MAIN11/06/2025 113.92 631444030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC.025-502664204966*#MAIN11/06/2025 392.36 631444030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025025-502664 392.36 631444030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 113.92 631444030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 392.36 631444030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 113.92 631444030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 1,518.84 CHECK MAIN 204966 TOTAL FOR FUND 204: 526.99 631442175FOOD-SPAAR RESOURCES COMMUNITY EVENTWELLS FARGO CREDIT CARD03769182553(E)*#MAIN11/08/2025 2,065.00 631443050MEDTRONIC DEVELOPMENT PROJECT ANALYSISEHLERS & ASSOCIATES INC103504205004MAIN11/13/2025 300.00 631443050NE BUSINESS CENTER UPDATED TIF ESTIMATES103503 1,137.50 631443050GENERAL CONSULTING 0925103505 1,381.25 6314430504300 CENTRAL SITE CONSULTING 0925103506 4,883.75 CHECK MAIN 205004 TOTAL FOR FUND 204: 7,207.24 Total for fund 204 EDA ADMINISTRATION 168 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 16/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 212 STATE AID MAINTENANCE 344.67 319043050SEAL COAT LEGAL COSTS 2025CITY OF COON RAPIDSAR-0000014763204921*#MAIN11/06/2025 371.78 319042171NO PARKING SIGNS, ARROW SIGNSEARL F ANDERSEN INC0140949-IN204929*#MAIN11/06/2025 619.55 319042171FLASHERS0140944-IN 318.95 319042171NO TRUCK, SPEED LIMIT 30 SIGNS0141106-IN 764.95 319042171NO PARKING SIGNS0141170-IN 2,075.23 CHECK MAIN 204929 TOTAL FOR FUND 212: 4,018.00 319044000LONG LINE STREET MARKINGSSIR LINES-A-LOT LLCH25-0362-03P-003204959*#MAIN11/06/2025 2,532.20 319044000SYMBOL MARKINGSH25-0362-03P-001 6,550.20 CHECK MAIN 204959 TOTAL FOR FUND 212: 8,970.10 Total for fund 212 STATE AID MAINTENANCE 169 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 17/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 225 CABLE TELEVISION 9.27 984443250101525 934571297COMCAST253931693204923*#MAIN11/06/2025 26.50 984444030MONTHLY SUBSC - SEP 2025WELLS FARGO CREDIT CARDMC221000872553(E)*#MAIN11/08/2025 750.00 984443050OPERATOR FEES 1025NINENORTH2025-1752548(A)MAIN11/13/2025 785.77 Total for fund 225 CABLE TELEVISION 170 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 18/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 240 LIBRARY 189.95 550043250101525 934571297COMCAST253931693204923*#MAIN11/06/2025 34.91 550042170AIR DRY CLAYWELLS FARGO CREDIT CARD114-5917239-05730232553(E)*#MAIN11/08/2025 33.10 550042170MINI CANVASES,PAINT SETS,PAINTBRUSHES114-6110918-8825828 31.10 550042170PAINT TRAYS114-4345939-2800252 25.23 550042171NO SMOKING STICKERS112-8749768-1101008 26.97 550042171AUTOMATIC DOOR ACTIVATE SWITCH STICKER112-5475347-3564262 176.94 550042180BOOK ORDER (NFPA 70 ELECTRICAL CODE)815604 9.00 550043310MLA CONFERENCE PARKING (ST CLOUD)13593 157.07 550043310LODGING MLA CONFERENCE963579 693.12 550044030DEEP FREEZE SOFTWARE RENEWAL FOR PUBLIC ACCESS COMPUTERS00261467 1,187.44 CHECK MAIN 2553(E) TOTAL FOR FUND 240: 125.00 550043050LEARN-TO-PLAY DUNGEONS & DRAGONS (FAMILY EDITION) 110125BADWOLF ADVENTURE STUDIOS LLC 001032204985MAIN11/13/2025 (25.00)550043050LEARN-TO-PLAY DUNGEONS & DRAGONS (FAMILY EDITION) 110125001032 100.00 CHECK MAIN 204985 TOTAL FOR FUND 240: 243.80 550042180BOOK ORDERINGRAM LIBRARY SERVICES91372962205019MAIN11/13/2025 22.43 550042180BOOK ORDER91372963 218.15 550042180BOOK ORDER91423634 284.04 550042180BOOK ORDER91440153 398.00 550042180BOOK ORDER91465303 282.34 550042180BOOK ORDER91516022 42.60 550042180BOOK ORDER91640668 730.36 550042180BOOK ORDER91410012 741.85 550042180BOOK ORDER91575958 2,963.57 CHECK MAIN 205019 TOTAL FOR FUND 240: 200.00 550043050PRESCHOOL YOGA 092325+102525MINDFUL LIFE JOURNEY LLC102525205037MAIN11/13/2025 70.37 550042000PENS,PAPERCLIPS,PAPEROFFICE DEPOT446197157001205045MAIN11/13/2025 44.97 550042185CD/DVD ORDERMIDWEST TAPE5079149942547(A)MAIN11/13/2025 199.27 550042185CD/DVD ORDER507931280 257.90 550042189CD/DVD ORDER507914994 391.30 550042189CD/DVD ORDER507931280 893.44 CHECK MAIN 2547(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 240: 5,604.77 Total for fund 240 LIBRARY 171 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 19/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 261 AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS 424.90 502944200YOUTH TRIP OCT 4 WELLS FARGO CREDIT CARD1010421752553(E)*#MAIN11/08/2025 335.27 502944200YOUTH TRIP 10/04/25101047045 760.17 CHECK MAIN 2553(E) TOTAL FOR FUND 261: 760.17 Total for fund 261 AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS 172 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 20/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 412 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PARKS 6,126.25 520043050SOCCER FIELD PLANNING 0825-0925WSB & ASSOCIATES INCR-030659-000-5205069*#MAIN11/13/2025 6,126.25 Total for fund 412 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PARKS 173 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 21/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 415 CAPITAL IMPRVMT - PIR PROJ 2,166.19 645044000ADDITIONAL BOARD UP 725 49TH AVEBAUER SERVICES II INC2657204910MAIN11/06/2025 949.38 640044000JUNK 2207 N UPLAND CREST1-800-GOT-JUNK?17175161204975MAIN11/13/2025 1,535.38 645044000OUTSIDE STORAGE RMVL 070725-0711251-800-GOT-JUNK?54204976MAIN11/13/2025 1,323.45 645044000OUTSIDE STORAGE RMVL 070725-07112554 2,858.83 CHECK MAIN 204976 TOTAL FOR FUND 415: 1,746.22 645044000OUTSIDE STORAGE RMVL 0718251-800-GOT-JUNK?55204977MAIN11/13/2025 1,155.28 645044000OUTSIDE STORAGE RMVL 4341 TYLER PLACE1-800-GOT-JUNK?17393576204978MAIN11/13/2025 7,273.00 640043050MATERIALS TESTING PROJ 2506BRAUN INTERTEC CORP INCB450144204988MAIN11/13/2025 6,493.00 640043050MATERIALS TESTING PROJ 2506B439439 13,766.00 CHECK MAIN 204988 TOTAL FOR FUND 415: 22,641.90 Total for fund 415 CAPITAL IMPRVMT - PIR PROJ 174 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 22/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 430 INFRASTRUCTURE FUND 335.54 632343050ENGINEERING SCHOOL SAFE ROUTES 0925SRF CONSULTING GROUP, INC.17109.00-23204960MAIN11/06/2025 335.54 Total for fund 430 INFRASTRUCTURE FUND 175 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 23/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 601 WATER UTILITY 3.75 960043250BROADBAND CONN 1025ANOKA COUNTYB251014G204903*#MAIN11/06/2025 9.27 960043250101525 934571297COMCAST253931693204923*#MAIN11/06/2025 348.00 960042160LED LIGHT, M18 TRANSFER PUMPHOME DEPOT #280213139204940*#MAIN11/06/2025 153.45 960042171PIPE8014627 501.45 CHECK MAIN 204940 TOTAL FOR FUND 601: 27.68 960042000PAPER, FILE FOLDERSINNOVATIVE OFFICE SOLUTIONS LLCIN4961660204941*#MAIN11/06/2025 3.00 960042000PENSIN4962175 30.68 CHECK MAIN 204941 TOTAL FOR FUND 601: 24.99 960042160HYDROFLEX HOSEMENARDS CASHWAY LUMBER-FRIDLEY38240204947*#MAIN11/06/2025 27.63 960042171DISHWAND, SOAP, DRAIN OPENER38241 20.36 960042171COUPLINGS38944 72.98 CHECK MAIN 204947 TOTAL FOR FUND 601: 15.26 960044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC.025-502664204966*#MAIN11/06/2025 15.26 960044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 15.26 960044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 45.78 CHECK MAIN 204966 TOTAL FOR FUND 601: 261.76 960043211101425 442735411-00001VERIZON WIRELESS6126009375204970*#MAIN11/06/2025 2.32 960042000PERMANENT MARKERSWELLS FARGO CREDIT CARD112-9254875-22130592553(E)*#MAIN11/08/2025 4.35 960042000SHARPIE PERMANENT MARKER112-6402544-7184262 14.56 960042000SHARPIES, NAPKINS, PLUNGER, PAPER TOWELS112-2009739-2823416 7.38 960042000GLASS CLEANER, SWIFFER112-1925708-4603445 65.00 960042173HISEA WADERS112-9475030-8573812 317.25 9600433102025 AWWA CONFERENCE3813 150.00 960044030BUSINESS SUBSCRIPTION 091725-091726093BA36A-002 1.00 960044030API USAGE CREDITLD2PV0OX-003 561.86 CHECK MAIN 2553(E) TOTAL FOR FUND 601: 27.59 960043220SHIPPIPNG-WATER SAMPLESFEDERAL EXPRESS9-012-29713205007MAIN11/13/2025 176 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 24/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 601 WATER UTILITY 198.17 960043210100425 10013125POPP.COM INC992894963205051*MAIN11/13/2025 422.60 960042173CLASS 3 JACKETS, SWEATSHIRTSSAFE-FAST INCINV315561205054*#MAIN11/13/2025 393.10 960043050LEAK LOCATE-39TH & MCKINLEYWATER CONSERVATION SRVCS INC150274205067MAIN11/13/2025 1,336.86 96004381051-0012949181-3XCEL ENERGY (N S P)1225818548205070*#MAIN11/13/2025 (112.72)96004381051-0012949181-31225818548 (23.59)96004381051-0012949181-31225818548 1,200.55 CHECK MAIN 205070 TOTAL FOR FUND 601: 205.27 960043810SOLAR SUBSCRIPTION 0925XCEL ENERGY SOLUTIONS004164205071MAIN11/13/2025 3,934.81 Total for fund 601 WATER UTILITY 177 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 25/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 602 SEWER UTILITY 3.75 960043250BROADBAND CONN 1025ANOKA COUNTYB251014G204903*#MAIN11/06/2025 9.27 960043250101525 934571297COMCAST253931693204923*#MAIN11/06/2025 1,437.50 960044000REBUILD PUMPGENERAL REPAIR SERVICE, INC86207204933MAIN11/06/2025 20.44 9600421712 GAL BUCKET, BLEACH, SIMPLE GREENHOME DEPOT #28021420154204940*#MAIN11/06/2025 27.68 960042000PAPER, FILE FOLDERSINNOVATIVE OFFICE SOLUTIONS LLCIN4961660204941*#MAIN11/06/2025 3.00 960042000PENSIN4962175 30.68 CHECK MAIN 204941 TOTAL FOR FUND 602: 14.99 960042171COIL CHAINMENARDS CASHWAY LUMBER-FRIDLEY38528204947*#MAIN11/06/2025 15.26 960044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC.025-502664204966*#MAIN11/06/2025 15.26 960044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 15.26 960044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 45.78 CHECK MAIN 204966 TOTAL FOR FUND 602: 261.76 960043211101425 442735411-00001VERIZON WIRELESS6126009375204970*#MAIN11/06/2025 2.32 960042000PERMANENT MARKERSWELLS FARGO CREDIT CARD112-9254875-22130592553(E)*#MAIN11/08/2025 4.35 960042000SHARPIE PERMANENT MARKER112-6402544-7184262 14.56 960042000SHARPIES, NAPKINS, PLUNGER, PAPER TOWELS112-2009739-2823416 7.38 960042000GLASS CLEANER, SWIFFER112-1925708-4603445 64.99 960042173HISEA WADERS112-9475030-8573812 317.25 9600433102025 AWWA CONFERENCE3813 150.00 960044030BUSINESS SUBSCRIPTION 091725-091726093BA36A-002 1.00 960044030API USAGE CREDITLD2PV0OX-003 561.85 CHECK MAIN 2553(E) TOTAL FOR FUND 602: 5,097.41 960044000REPAIR PIPE RANGER TRANSPORTEREJ EQUIPMENT INCW00565205005MAIN11/13/2025 198.17 960043210100425 10013125POPP.COM INC992894963205051*MAIN11/13/2025 309.97 960042173CLASS 3 JACKETS, SWEATSHIRTSSAFE-FAST INCINV315561205054*#MAIN11/13/2025 7,991.57 Total for fund 602 SEWER UTILITY 178 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 26/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 603 REFUSE FUND 628.00 953042920PLASTIC RECYCLING 0925EMERGE ENTERPRISES1109204930MAIN11/06/2025 3,250.00 951042910BULK PICKUPS 092925 - 101325SHOREVIEW HUNKS LLCBP020-2025204958#MAIN11/06/2025 2,595.00 951042920BULK PICKUPS 092925 - 101325BP020-2025 13,217.01 951042930YARD WASTE REMOVAL 092925-100325YW0026-2025 15,331.51 951042930YARD WASTE PICKUP 100625-101025YW0027-2025 570.00 954043050BULK PICKUPS 092925 - 101325BP020-2025 34,963.52 CHECK MAIN 204958 TOTAL FOR FUND 603: 18.95 952043211101425 442735411-00001VERIZON WIRELESS6126009375204970*#MAIN11/06/2025 18.95 953043211101425 442735411-000016126009375 37.90 CHECK MAIN 204970 TOTAL FOR FUND 603: (203.17)951042930YARD WASTE ROLL OFF 0925WASTE MANAGEMENT OF WI-MN INC0125169-0500-2204972#MAIN11/06/2025 220.62 953042920RECYCLE ROLLOFF 09250111069-0500-0 17.45 CHECK MAIN 204972 TOTAL FOR FUND 603: 6,922.20 951042930ORGANICS 0925BETTER FUTURES MNINV19712523(A)MAIN11/06/2025 119,117.13 951042910REFUSE & RECYCLING 0925WALTERS RECYCLING & REFUSE INC.00091494762535(A)MAIN11/06/2025 4,352.20 951042910REFUSE & RECYCLING 09250009149476 63,290.65 951042910REFUSE & RECYCLING 09250009149476 50,213.49 951042920REFUSE & RECYCLING 09250009149476 2,357.83 951042920REFUSE & RECYCLING 09250009149476 428.70 951042930REFUSE & RECYCLING 09250009149476 239,760.00 CHECK MAIN 2535(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 603: 26.50 952044030MONTHLY SUBSC REFUSE - OCT 2025WELLS FARGO CREDIT CARDMC222027312553(E)*#MAIN11/08/2025 100.00 953042920PLASTIC BAGS & STYROFOAM RECYCLE 1025CITY OF COON RAPIDSAR-0000014866204994MAIN11/13/2025 129.43 953042171ORGANICS BUCKETS MENARDS CASHWAY LUMBER-FRIDLEY38485205035*#MAIN11/13/2025 73.96 953042171ORGANICS BUCKETS 39100 55.47 953042171ORGANICS BUCKETS39483 166.41 953042171ORGANICS BUCKETS 39642 425.27 CHECK MAIN 205035 TOTAL FOR FUND 603: 2,730.00 951042910BULK PICKUPS 101325-102425SHOREVIEW HUNKS LLCBP021-2025205057#MAIN11/13/2025 179 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 27/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 603 REFUSE FUND 3,770.00 951042910BULK PICKUP 081825-082925BP017-2025 2,133.00 951042920BULK PICKUPS 101325-102425BP021-2025 3,020.00 951042920BULK PICKUP 081825-082925BP017-2025 15,334.63 951042930YARD WASTE PICKUP 101325-101725YW0028-2025 15,334.63 951042930YARD WASTE PICKUP 102025-102425 YW0029-2025 450.00 954043050BULK PICKUPS 101325-102425BP021-2025 535.00 954043050BULK PICKUP 081825-082925BP017-2025 43,307.26 CHECK MAIN 205057 TOTAL FOR FUND 603: 326,188.10 Total for fund 603 REFUSE FUND 180 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 28/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 604 STORM SEWER UTILITY 37.91 960043211101425 442735411-00001VERIZON WIRELESS6126009375204970*#MAIN11/06/2025 1,500.00 9600430502025 SWAMPWSB & ASSOCIATES INCR-016805-000-6205069*#MAIN11/13/2025 1,139.00 960043050MS4 SERVICES 0825-0925R-017544-000-6 2,639.00 CHECK MAIN 205069 TOTAL FOR FUND 604: 2,676.91 Total for fund 604 STORM SEWER UTILITY 181 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 47/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 651 WATER CONSTRUCTION FUND 8,014.64 9699451802024 WATER METER REPLACEMENTSCORE & MAIN LPX579333204926*MAIN11/06/2025 6,024.27 969945180WATER METERS, RADIOS X529684 14,038.91 CHECK MAIN 204926 TOTAL FOR FUND 651: 480.00 969945180RECYCLE WATER METER RADIOSELECTRONICS RECYCLING OF MN110325205006*MAIN11/13/2025 14,518.91 Total for fund 651 WATER CONSTRUCTION FUND 182 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 48/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 652 SEWER CONSTRUCTION FUND 8,014.64 9699451802024 WATER METER REPLACEMENTSCORE & MAIN LPX579333204926*MAIN11/06/2025 6,024.28 969945180WATER METERS, RADIOS X529684 14,038.92 CHECK MAIN 204926 TOTAL FOR FUND 652: 480.00 969945180RECYCLE WATER METER RADIOSELECTRONICS RECYCLING OF MN110325205006*MAIN11/13/2025 14,518.92 Total for fund 652 SEWER CONSTRUCTION FUND 183 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 49/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 701 CENTRAL GARAGE 125.00 995043050PEST CONTROL-PW 101625ADAM'S PEST CONTROL, INC4287793204899*#MAIN11/06/2025 3.75 995043250BROADBAND CONN 1025ANOKA COUNTYB251014G204903*#MAIN11/06/2025 147.16 000014120SLACK ADJUSTER, MIRROR ARMASTLEFORD INTERNATIONAL01P138427204907MAIN11/06/2025 144.19 000014120BATTERYBMJ CORPORATION67-139051204912MAIN11/06/2025 350.00 000014120GENERATOR REPAIR CARLYLE INDUSTRIES LLC2504204914MAIN11/06/2025 181.78 000014120WWF DRUM, PURUS DEF, SP DEXOS1 OILCHAMBERLAIN OIL COMPANY INC526515-00204917#MAIN11/06/2025 152.45 995042010WWF DRUM, PURUS DEF, SP DEXOS1 OIL526515-00 334.23 CHECK MAIN 204917 TOTAL FOR FUND 701: 278.69 995042171FIRST AID SUPPLIES PW 101525CINTAS FIRST AID-SAFETY5297470704204918*#MAIN11/06/2025 63.60 995042171UNIFORM RENTAL 102025CINTAS INC4247060537204919*#MAIN11/06/2025 117.53 995042171UNIFORM RENTAL 1027254247808764 63.60 995042172UNIFORM RENTAL 1006254245560896 63.60 995042172UNIFORM RENTAL 1013254246341797 308.33 CHECK MAIN 204919 TOTAL FOR FUND 701: 9.27 995043250101525 934571297COMCAST253931693204923*#MAIN11/06/2025 702.00 995044020CARPET CLEANING-PW 100425COMMERCIAL STEAM TEAM29448204925*#MAIN11/06/2025 269.44 000014120BATTERIES, CORE CUMMINS INCE4-251044739204928MAIN11/06/2025 (45.00)000014120RETURN CORE INV #E4-44739E4-251044740 224.44 CHECK MAIN 204928 TOTAL FOR FUND 701: 145.85 000014120FILTERSFLEETPRIDE INC129255257204932MAIN11/06/2025 176.85 000014120FILTERS129255321 25.01 000014120AIR ELEMENTS129476640 29.49 000014120OTR AIR DRYER129454807 15.64 000014120FILTERS129411473 100.59 000014120FILTERS129693220 164.01 000014120AIR DRIER CARTRIDGE, AIR ELEMENT129476647 657.44 CHECK MAIN 204932 TOTAL FOR FUND 701: 184 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 50/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 701 CENTRAL GARAGE 9.09 000014120GASKET SHELLGENUINE PARTS/NAPA AUTO027363204934MAIN11/06/2025 27.68 995042000PAPER, FILE FOLDERSINNOVATIVE OFFICE SOLUTIONS LLCIN4961660204941*#MAIN11/06/2025 3.00 995042000PENSIN4962175 30.68 CHECK MAIN 204941 TOTAL FOR FUND 701: 49.72 000014120HOUSING/THERMJEFF BELZER'S ROSEVILLE AUTO446160204943MAIN11/06/2025 139.95 0000141204 WHEEL ALIGNMENT191429 189.67 CHECK MAIN 204943 TOTAL FOR FUND 701: 37.91 995043211101425 442735411-00001VERIZON WIRELESS6126009375204970*#MAIN11/06/2025 398.27 000014120CAB FILTERSZIEGLER INCIN002081185204974MAIN11/06/2025 310.40 000014120FILTERSIN002081208 319.73 000014120FILTERSIN002081281 1,028.40 CHECK MAIN 204974 TOTAL FOR FUND 701: 2.32 995042000PERMANENT MARKERSWELLS FARGO CREDIT CARD112-9254875-22130592553(E)*#MAIN11/08/2025 4.35 995042000SHARPIE PERMANENT MARKER112-6402544-7184262 14.56 995042000SHARPIES, NAPKINS, PLUNGER, PAPER TOWELS112-2009739-2823416 7.38 995042000GLASS CLEANER, SWIFFER112-1925708-4603445 575.52 995042010PINTLE MOUNT HITCH RECEIVER, TONER112-7468781-9468219 85.99 995042010PINTLE MOUNT HITCH RECEIVER, TONER112-7468781-9468219 50.56 995042171BLOW GUN, PLIER HOLDER, GARDEN HOSE112-1253069-2469850 110.00 995043105MN COMM VEH INSPECTOR RE-CERT- OVESON585160 1.00 995044030API USAGE CREDITLD2PV0OX-003 851.68 CHECK MAIN 2553(E) TOTAL FOR FUND 701: 457.25 000014120PURUSCHAMBERLAIN OIL COMPANY INC528181-00204991#MAIN11/13/2025 70.16 995042171BRAKE CLEANER528179-00 527.41 CHECK MAIN 204991 TOTAL FOR FUND 701: 63.60 995042172UNIFORM RENTAL 110325CINTAS INC4248532666204992*#MAIN11/13/2025 245.65 000014120COOLANT HEATERCUMMINS INCC3-251038787205000MAIN11/13/2025 10.50 000014120FILTERSFLEETPRIDE INC129797377205010MAIN11/13/2025 185 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 51/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 701 CENTRAL GARAGE 171.97 000014120LED LIGHTS129760905 334.11 000014120FILTERS129879489 7.04 000014120FILTER129932483 523.62 CHECK MAIN 205010 TOTAL FOR FUND 701: 64.75 000014120DIODE MODULEFLEXIBLE PIPE TOOL CO INC31901205011MAIN11/13/2025 419.60 000014120SWIVELS31907 484.35 CHECK MAIN 205011 TOTAL FOR FUND 701: 14.56 995042171CAMPER SEALHOME DEPOT #28025014949205017*#MAIN11/13/2025 7,367.92 0000141103000 GAL UNLEADED FUELMANSFIELD OIL COMPANY27065754205029MAIN11/13/2025 5.05 995042171ANCHORS, SCREWSMENARDS CASHWAY LUMBER-FRIDLEY38097205035*#MAIN11/13/2025 313.10 000014120ARMS, BELTSMIDWAY FORD907717205036MAIN11/13/2025 128.63 000014120SWITCH, MOULDING907099 166.80 000014120FILTERS908395 127.88 000014120ACTUATOR906881 30.09 000014120MOTOR, CAM908435 621.37 000014120AXEL ASY906848 203.30 000014120ROTORS909197 125.00 000014120PROGRAM KEYPAD645569 (127.88)000014120RTN ACTUATOR INV#906881CM906881 1,588.29 CHECK MAIN 205036 TOTAL FOR FUND 701: 109.98 000014120TUBESMINNEAPOLIS SAW CO INC198637205038MAIN11/13/2025 25.00 995044390PRESSURE VESSEL LICENSE-MSCMN DEPT OF LABOR & INDUSTRYABR0358405X205041*#MAIN11/13/2025 136.97 000014120V-BELTMTI DISTRIBUTING1495338-00205044MAIN11/13/2025 270.60 995042173CLASS 3 JACKETS, SWEATSHIRTSSAFE-FAST INCINV315561205054*#MAIN11/13/2025 99.00 995042171CAP PLUG KITTERMINAL SUPPLY CO, INC61206-00205061MAIN11/13/2025 278.51 995042171TOWELS, CLEANERS, SOAPTRIO SUPPLY COMPANY INC1028774205064*#MAIN11/13/2025 251.27 995042171TOWELS, CLEANER, TP, SOAP1041455 529.78 CHECK MAIN 205064 TOTAL FOR FUND 701: 186 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 52/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 701 CENTRAL GARAGE 719.42 000014120BACK UP CAMERAZIEGLER INCIN002097908205072MAIN11/13/2025 96.60 995042171FLAP DISCS, BRUSH, FLAP WHEELSCENTRAL MCGOWAN00010341082544(A)*#MAIN11/13/2025 128.69 000014120DEFLECTORMAC QUEEN EQUIPMENT LLCP680112546(A)MAIN11/13/2025 3,107.21 000014120BELT, BEARINGS, KITP68012 3,235.90 CHECK MAIN 2546(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 701: 1,963.78 000014120TIRESPOMP'S TIRE SERVICE INC23200182692550(A)MAIN11/13/2025 23,439.41 Total for fund 701 CENTRAL GARAGE 187 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 53/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 705 FACILITIES MAINTENANCE 14.96 997042171PLIERS, HEX SCREWSMENARDS CASHWAY LUMBER-FRIDLEY39098204947*#MAIN11/06/2025 37.91 997043211101425 442735411-00001VERIZON WIRELESS6126009375204970*#MAIN11/06/2025 52.87 Total for fund 705 FACILITIES MAINTENANCE 188 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 54/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 720 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 37.10 998043250SAINT CLOUD INTERNET & EPL CIRCUIT (ACCT # 4377678) 0925ARVIG ENTERPRISES, INC090625204904MAIN11/06/2025 1,288.71 998043250SAINT CLOUD INTERNET & EPL CIRCUIT (ACCT # 4377678) 0925090625 25.00 998043250SAINT CLOUD INTERNET & EPL CIRCUIT (ACCT # 4377678) 102510062025 700.00 998043250SAINT CLOUD INTERNET & EPL CIRCUIT (ACCT # 4377678) 102510062025 21.46 998043250SAINT CLOUD INTERNET & EPL CIRCUIT (ACCT # 4377678) 102510062025 2,072.27 CHECK MAIN 204904 TOTAL FOR FUND 720: 125.09 998043250101525 934571297COMCAST253931693204923*#MAIN11/06/2025 5,250.00 998044030KEEPER EPM BUNDLEKEEPER SECURITYINV462791204944MAIN11/06/2025 59.50 998044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 040125-063025TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC.025-502664204966*#MAIN11/06/2025 59.50 998044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 070125-093025025-513815 59.50 998044030EP&L PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 100125-123125025-527449 178.50 CHECK MAIN 204966 TOTAL FOR FUND 720: 51.57 998043211101425 442735411-00001VERIZON WIRELESS6126009375204970*#MAIN11/06/2025 70.84 998042000NAMETAGS AND BUSINESS CARDSWELLS FARGO CREDIT CARD000000012553(E)*#MAIN11/08/2025 26.16 998042000BROTHER LABLES BLK ON WHT00820Q 22.99 998042171CABLE LABELS ST CLOUD DC SITE045-PO-10856889 1.96 998042171CABLE LABELS ST CLOUD DC SITE045-PO-10856889 2.56 998042171CABLE MANAGEMENT 4637 CENTRAL69409 11 0307 1.49 998042171CABLE MANAGEMENT 4637 CENTRAL69409 11 0307 72.00 998043105CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS CARD GAMEMJU55 48.00 998043105CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS CARD GAMEMJU55 65.95 998043105CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS CARD GAMEMJU55 8.00 998043105CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS CARD GAMEMJU55 23.70 998043105CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS CARD GAMEMJU55 2,490.48 998044030WINDOWS SERVER LICENSE2008481649573 145.99 998044030CHATGPT SUBSC 082325-09232569ACA837-0017 (90.50)998044030CREDIT FOR TEAMS LICENSE60142001320 2,889.62 CHECK MAIN 2553(E) TOTAL FOR FUND 720: 28,389.39 998044030LASERFICHE 100925-100826OPG-3 INC9110205048MAIN11/13/2025 38,956.44 Total for fund 720 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 189 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 55/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 881 CONTRIBUTED PROJECTS-REC 3,266.00 500042170BASKETBALL JERSEYSTAHO SPORTSWEAR25TS04970204962MAIN11/06/2025 135.99 500042170INCLINE GYMNASTICS MAT WELLS FARGO CREDIT CARD113-9571050-81658582553(E)*#MAIN11/08/2025 92.99 500042170TUMBLING TRAINER OCTAGON MAT 113-1482870-7214621 229.50 500042170Z FOLD GYMNASTICS MATS 113-1482870-7214621 458.48 CHECK MAIN 2553(E) TOTAL FOR FUND 881: 3,724.48 Total for fund 881 CONTRIBUTED PROJECTS-REC 190 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 56/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 884 INSURANCE 667.70 210042281REAR DOOR,DOOR SKIRT,SEAL FLAP DOOR SKIRT #8231WELLS FARGO CREDIT CARDBLN-960792553(E)*#MAIN11/08/2025 667.70 Total for fund 884 INSURANCE '#'-INDICATES CHECK DISTRIBUTED TO MORE THAN ONE DEPARTMENT '*'-INDICATES CHECK DISTRIBUTED TO MORE THAN ONE FUND 840,423.97 TOTAL - ALL FUNDS 191 Item 11. StatusDepositCheck AmountGrossNameCheck NumberBankCheck Date DirectPhysicalCheck For Check Dates 11/01/2025 to 11/14/2025 11/17/2025 09:37 AM Check Register Report For City Of Columbia Heights Page 1 of 1 Open0.00257.95257.95MN CHILD SUPPORT PAYMENT CENTE 101059PR11/14/2025 Open0.001,460.001,460.00LELS #311 OFFICERS UNION 101060PR11/14/2025 Open0.00511.00511.00LELS #342 SERGEANT UNION 101061PR11/14/2025 Open0.00150.00150.00COL HTS LOCAL 1216 EFT1710PR11/14/2025 Open0.00290.00290.00COLHTS FIREFIGHTER ASSN EFT1711PR11/14/2025 Open0.001,815.241,815.24MSRS MNDCP PLAN 650251 EFT1712PR11/14/2025 Open0.008,937.788,937.78HSA BANK EFT1713PR11/14/2025 Open0.0080.0080.00PMA UNION DUES EFT1714PR11/14/2025 Open0.00161.00161.00COL HGTS POLICE ASSN EFT1715PR11/14/2025 Open0.00114,267.24114,267.24IRS EFT1716PR11/14/2025 Open0.002,794.142,794.14MISSION SQUARE 401 (ROTH) EFT1717PR11/14/2025 Open0.0021,762.1221,762.12MISSION SQUARE 457(B) EFT1718PR11/14/2025 Open0.00904.61904.61MISSION SQUARE RHS EFT1719PR11/14/2025 Open0.00100,417.90100,417.90PERA 397400 EFT1720PR11/14/2025 Open0.0024,139.8124,139.81STATE OF MN TAX EFT1721PR11/14/2025 12 3 Total Check Stubs: Total Physical Checks: 0.00277,948.79277,948.79Number of Checks: 015Totals: 192 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 29/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR 185.00 000014500102825 INV56 BREWING LLC5630337204897MAIN11/06/2025 338.00 000014500102725 INVAMERICAN BOTTLING COMPANY4854401559204902MAIN11/06/2025 137.00 000014500102725 INVBARREL THEORY BEER COMPANYBT-07302204909MAIN11/06/2025 144.00 000014500102225 INVBT-07280 281.00 CHECK MAIN 204909 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 400.00 000014500102325 INVBAUHAUS BREW LABS LLC15920204911MAIN11/06/2025 1,270.00 979244020ROOF MAINTENANCE - TV2CENTRAL ROOFING CO INC39537204915*#MAIN11/06/2025 603.18 979143250101525 934571297COMCAST253931693204923*#MAIN11/06/2025 580.02 979243250101525 934571297253931693 566.12 979343250101525 934571297253931693 1,749.32 CHECK MAIN 204923 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 95.57 000014500102225 INVCRYSTAL SPRINGS ICE LLC03-501814204927#MAIN11/06/2025 105.89 000014500101725 INV02-502996 101.27 000014500102225 INV03-501813 4.00 979142199102225 INV03-501814 4.00 979242199101725 INV02-502996 4.00 979242199102225 INV03-501813 314.73 CHECK MAIN 204927 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 380.00 000014500102725 INVGLOBAL RESERVE LLCORD-20943204935MAIN11/06/2025 1,083.96 000014500090425 INVGRAPE BEGINNINGS INCMN00171675204936#MAIN11/06/2025 5.00 979142199090425 INVMN00171675 1,088.96 CHECK MAIN 204936 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 251.60 979242010VARIABLE SPEED 2.6" SHAFT EC MOTORGREENWIZE ENERGY SOLUTIONS00008767204937MAIN11/06/2025 1,095.80 000014500102425 INVHOHENSTEINS INC871839204939MAIN11/06/2025 3,812.40 000014500102325 INV871386 2,801.25 000014500102425 INV871618 (21.00)000014500100325 INV865846 (9.00)000014500091925 INV861441 (9.00)000014500091925 INV861385 (9.00)000014500091925 INV861384 193 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 30/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR 7,661.45 CHECK MAIN 204939 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 580.42 000014500102425 INVINSIGHT BREWING COMPANY, LLC27528204942MAIN11/06/2025 634.70 000014500102425 INVMCDONALD DISTRIBUTING CO831973204946MAIN11/06/2025 527.52 000014500101725 INV830568 1,162.22 CHECK MAIN 204946 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 692.00 000014500101725 INVMODIST BREWING CO LLCE-62539204949MAIN11/06/2025 300.00 000014500102225 INVOLIPHANT BREWING LLCIN-4525204950MAIN11/06/2025 198.00 000014500101525 INVIN-4482 498.00 CHECK MAIN 204950 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 1,229.02 000014500101625 INVPAUSTIS & SONS WINE COMPANY278027204952#MAIN11/06/2025 336.00 000014500101625 INV278028 24.00 979142199101625 INV278027 7.50 979242199101625 INV278028 1,596.52 CHECK MAIN 204952 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 9.36 979142171103125 COOLER RENTALSPREMIUM WATERS INC311129220204953*#MAIN11/06/2025 14.88 979142171103025 WATER311123439 4.68 979242171103125 COOLER RENTAL311129221 9.92 979242171102825 WATER311118246 38.84 CHECK MAIN 204953 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 426.50 000014500101525 INVPRYES BREWING COMPANY LLCW-108417204954MAIN11/06/2025 529.40 000014500100125 INVRED BULL DISTRIBUTION CO INC2029660400204955MAIN11/06/2025 198.00 000014500101325 INVSTEEL TOE BREWING LLC62868204961MAIN11/06/2025 480.00 000014500102125 INVTRADITION WINE & SPIRITS LLC44651204964#MAIN11/06/2025 12.00 979142199102125 INV44651 492.00 CHECK MAIN 204964 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 267.00 000014500101425 INVVENN BREWING COMPANY10441204969MAIN11/06/2025 58.19 979143211101425 442735411-00001VERIZON WIRELESS6126009375204970*#MAIN11/06/2025 58.19 979243211101425 442735411-000016126009375 194 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 31/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR 58.19 979343211101425 442735411-000016126009375 174.57 CHECK MAIN 204970 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 120.67 979144020102825 MOPS,MATS,TOWELSVESTIS SERVICES. LLC2500819613204971#MAIN11/06/2025 172.70 979244020103025 MOPS,MATS,TOWELS2500821865 116.38 979344020103025 MOPS,MATS,TOWELS2500821808 409.75 CHECK MAIN 204971 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 1,656.00 000014500102225 INVWINE COMPANY/THE314823204973#MAIN11/06/2025 29.05 979142199102225 INV314823 1,685.05 CHECK MAIN 204973 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 769.00 000014500102425 INVARTISAN BEER COMPANY38069622520(A)MAIN11/06/2025 128.50 000014500102425 INV3806963 634.10 000014500102425 INV3806964 (26.16)000014500080625 INV429082 (324.40)000014500090225 INV431353 (11.04)000014500070925 INV426701 (32.30)000014500091725 INV432681 (20.00)000014500091725 INV432669 (321.40)000014500092325 INV433119 796.30 CHECK MAIN 2520(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 259.70 000014500101525 INVBELLBOY BAR SUPPLY01104068002521(A)#MAIN11/06/2025 375.00 000014500102225 INV0110433100 222.70 000014500101525 INV0110407500 (70.00)000014500102325 INV0110446400 167.00 979242171101525 INV0110406800 954.40 CHECK MAIN 2521(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 4,261.50 000014500101525 INVBELLBOY CORPORATION02092905002522(A)#MAIN11/06/2025 2,888.15 000014500100125 INV0209132600 4,294.00 000014500101525 INV0209290300 140.00 000014500101525 INV0300395300 418.25 000014500102225 INV0209362100 (183.00)000014500101625 INV0209331900 (136.00)000014500101625 INV0209331700 6.00 979142199102225 INV0209362100 195 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 32/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR 48.00 979242199101525 INV0209290500 56.00 979242199100125 INV0209132600 2.00 979242199101525 INV0300395300 (1.65)979242199101625 INV0209331900 48.00 979342199101525 INV0209290300 (1.65)979342199101625 INV0209331700 11,839.60 CHECK MAIN 2522(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 101.55 000014500101425 INV 700297717BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN BEER LLC1237597122524(A)MAIN11/06/2025 3,525.15 000014500101425 INV 700297717123759713 481.85 000014500102825 INV 700297717123982261 209.00 000014500101525 INV 700297717123811529 652.20 000014500102925 INV 700297736124007612 184.95 000014500102925 INV 700297736124007611 209.00 000014500101525 INV 700297736123811530 235.60 000014500102225 INV 700297736123899213 29.35 000014500102925 INV 700297782124008701 543.50 000014500102925 INV 700297782124008702 65.22 000014500102925 INV 700297782124011043 (33.85)000014500102125 INV 700297717414085498 (61.40)000014500102125 INV 700297717414085499 (30.00)000014500102225 INV 700297717414087360 (13.85)000014500102825 INV 700297736414109043 (11.70)000014500102825 INV 700297736414108981 (2.32)000014500102825 INV 700297736414108982 6,084.25 CHECK MAIN 2524(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 2,066.45 000014500082225 INV 700297717BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN W&S LLC1229818612525(A)#MAIN11/06/2025 449.75 000014500101725 INV 700297717123844162 1,237.50 000014500092625 INV 700297736123515658 936.00 000014500101725 INV 700297736123844163 2,700.00 000014500101725 INV 700297736123844165 56.20 000014500101025 INV 700297736123734203 427.61 000014500101025 INV 700297736123734205 965.00 000014500101025 INV 700297736123734204 1,079.88 000014500102425 INV 700297717123951081 2,838.95 000014500101725 INV 700297717123844160 1,672.87 000014500102425 INV 700297717123955620 (463.45)000014500101425 INV 700297717414063204 (2.53)000014500101325 INV414062301 196 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 33/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR (8.01)000014500101325 INV 700297736414062300 (9.75)000014500101325 INV 700297736414062302 (265.20)000014500101425 INV 700297736414065060 (428.50)000014500102325 INV 700297717414091991 8.05 979142199082225 INV 700297717122981861 5.75 979142199101725 INV 700297717123844162 3.45 979142199102425 INV 700297717123951081 11.50 979142199101725 INV 700297717123844160 9.20 979142199102425 INV 700297717123955620 (1.15)979142199102325 INV 700297717414091991 32.20 979242199092625 INV 700297736123515658 10.35 979242199101725 INV 700297736123844163 31.05 979242199101725 INV 700297736123844165 2.30 979242199101025 INV 700297736123734203 1.64 979242199101025 INV 700297736123734205 13.80 979242199101025 INV 700297736123734204 (0.05)979242199101325 INV414062301 (0.10)979242199101325 INV 700297736414062300 (0.10)979242199101325 INV 700297736414062302 (6.90)979242199101425 INV 700297736414065060 13,373.76 CHECK MAIN 2525(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 2,764.90 000014500102325 INVCAPITOL BEVERAGE SALES LP32062532526(A)MAIN11/06/2025 5,660.80 000014500102925 INV3208629 2,101.10 000014500102925 INV3208560 10,526.80 CHECK MAIN 2526(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 255.60 000014500091725 INVJOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR CO.28810342529(A)#MAIN11/06/2025 477.60 000014500101725 INV2904525 276.75 000014500101725 INV2904524 89.90 000014500101725 INV2904523 455.00 000014500101725 INV2904522 1,705.38 000014500101725 INV2904521 49.50 000014500101725 INV2904520 216.00 000014500101725 INV2904519 45.05 000014500101625 INV2903388 1,080.00 000014500101625 INV2903387 480.00 000014500101625 INV2903386 124.00 000014500101525 INV2903385 606.00 000014500101625 INV2903384 197 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 34/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR 36.00 000014500101525 INV2902195 604.00 000014500101525 INV2902194 748.05 000014500101525 INV2902193 315.00 000014500101525 INV2902188 233.50 000014500102125 INV2907073 230.79 000014500102125 INV2907078 45.05 000014500101725 INV2904518 486.00 000014500101725 INV2904517 91.85 000014500101525 INV2902192 342.00 000014500101525 INV2902191 490.00 000014500101525 INV2902190 434.55 000014500102425 INV2909523 576.00 000014500102425 INV2909522 182.00 000014500102425 INV2909519 703.00 000014500102425 INV2909518 45.05 000014500102425 INV2909517 1,272.00 000014500102425 INV2909512 445.50 000014500102425 INV2909516 192.00 000014500102425 INV2909514 368.00 000014500102425 INV2909513 207.00 000014500102325 INV2908356 84.00 000014500102225 INV2907077 264.00 000014500102225 INV2907076 680.99 000014500102225 INV2907071 2,209.62 000014500102225 INV2907074 287.70 000014500102325 INV2908357 784.00 000014500102425 INV2909511 622.20 000014500102425 INV2909515 (79.00)000014500101725 INV154833 (199.20)000014500092925 INV152179 (4.40)000014500100925 INV153613 (5.84)000014500100925 INV153612 2.84 979142199091725 INV2881034 4.26 979142199102425 INV2909523 8.52 979142199102425 INV2909522 2.84 979142199102425 INV2909519 8.52 979142199102425 INV2909518 1.42 979142199102425 INV2909517 21.30 979142199102425 INV2909512 4.26 979142199102425 INV2909516 2.84 979142199102425 INV2909514 198 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 35/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR 5.68 979142199102425 INV2909513 2.84 979142199102325 INV2908356 1.42 979142199102225 INV2907077 5.68 979142199102225 INV2907076 5.68 979142199102225 INV2907071 19.88 979142199102225 INV2907074 9.94 979142199102325 INV2908357 19.88 979142199102425 INV2909511 17.04 979142199102425 INV2909515 (1.42)979142199092925 INV152179 5.68 979242199101725 INV2904525 4.97 979242199101725 INV2904524 2.84 979242199101725 INV2904523 7.10 979242199101725 INV2904522 18.46 979242199101725 INV2904521 1.42 979242199101725 INV2904520 1.42 979242199101725 INV2904519 1.42 979242199101625 INV2903388 14.20 979242199101625 INV2903387 7.10 979242199101625 INV2903386 2.84 979242199101525 INV2903385 9.94 979242199101625 INV2903384 1.42 979242199101525 INV2902195 8.52 979242199101525 INV2902194 24.14 979242199101525 INV2902193 1.42 979242199101525 INV2902188 (1.40)979242199101725 INV154833 3.50 979342199102125 INV2907073 7.00 979342199102125 INV2907078 1.50 979342199101725 INV2904518 6.00 979342199101725 INV2904517 2.84 979342199101525 INV2902192 5.68 979342199101525 INV2902191 7.10 979342199101525 INV2902190 18,840.72 CHECK MAIN 2529(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 88.14 000014500101725 INVPHILLIPS WINE & SPIRITS INC50640642533(A)#MAIN11/06/2025 99.36 000014500101725 INV5064063 99.00 000014500101725 INV5064062 232.00 000014500101725 INV5064061 102.90 000014500101725 INV5064053 199 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 36/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR 33.00 000014500101725 INV5064059 40.00 000014500101725 INV5064058 660.00 000014500101725 INV5064065 438.00 000014500101725 INV5064060 1,680.00 000014500102425 INV5067819 46.20 000014500102425 INV5067817 933.45 000014500102425 INV5067816 484.66 000014500102425 INV5067815 37.63 979142199102425 INV5067819 1.42 979142199102425 INV5067817 31.24 979142199102425 INV5067816 8.52 979142199102425 INV5067815 2.84 979242199101725 INV5064064 1.42 979242199101725 INV5064063 2.84 979242199101725 INV5064062 5.68 979242199101725 INV5064061 2.84 979242199101725 INV5064053 21.30 979242199101725 INV5064065 1.50 979342199101725 INV5064059 1.50 979342199101725 INV5064058 5,055.44 CHECK MAIN 2533(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 390.84 000014500101625 INVSOUTHERN GLAZER'S26812522534(A)#MAIN11/06/2025 1,052.94 000014500100925 INV2678602 270.00 000014500100925 INV2678594 622.34 000014500101625 INV2681260 998.99 000014500100925 INV2678613 972.00 000014500100925 INV2678610 239.66 000014500101625 INV2681250 148.50 000014500101625 INV2681254 215.86 000014500101625 INV2681255 306.00 000014500101625 INV2681256 667.50 000014500101625 INV2681257 146.44 000014500102325 INV2684015 119.68 000014500101625 INV2681380 282.00 000014500101625 INV2681258 446.22 000014500102325 INV2683890 6.40 979142199101625 DEL2681228 12.80 979142199100925 INV2678602 7.68 979142199100925 INV2678594 0.64 979142199092525 DEL2673291 200 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 37/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR 9.81 979142199102325 INV2683890 8.96 979242199101625 INV2681252 7.68 979242199101625 INV2681260 12.80 979242199100925 INV2678613 7.68 979242199101625 DEL2681249 5.12 979242199100925 INV2678610 2.77 979242199101625 INV2681250 1.49 979242199101625 INV2681254 3.84 979242199101625 INV2681255 3.20 979242199101625 INV2681256 8.96 979242199101625 INV2681257 7.68 979242199101625 INV2681258 3.84 979342199102325 INV2684015 2.56 979342199101625 INV2681380 6,992.88 CHECK MAIN 2534(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 500.00 000014500101725 INVWINE MERCHANTS75385102536(A)#MAIN11/06/2025 14.20 979242199101725 INV7538510 1.42 979242199101725 DEL7538509 515.62 CHECK MAIN 2536(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 11.98 979142171CLOROX WIPESWELLS FARGO CREDIT CARD112-3571917-56202552553(E)*#MAIN11/08/2025 5.38 979144390LICENSE FEE-LOW POTENCY HEMP EDIBLES RETAILER27754 120.00 979144390LICENSE FEE-LOW POTENCY HEMP EDIBLES RETAILER27754 13.88 979242171CLOROX WIPES112-3571917-5620255 90.00 979244390LICENSE FEE-LOW POTENCY HEMP EDIBLES RETAILER27754 40.00 979344390LICENSE FEE-LOW POTENCY HEMP EDIBLES RETAILER27754 281.24 CHECK MAIN 2553(E) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 188.88 000014500103125 INV2022 BEV INC1407204979MAIN11/13/2025 135.00 000014500103025 INV56 BREWING LLC5630364204980MAIN11/13/2025 135.00 000014500103025 INV5630365 316.00 000014500102825 INV5630332 586.00 CHECK MAIN 204980 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 336.00 000014500110325 INVAM CRAFT SPIRITS SALES& MRKTNG21490204981MAIN11/13/2025 448.00 000014500103125 INVAMERICAN BOTTLING COMPANY4849905953204982MAIN11/13/2025 201 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 38/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR 400.00 000014500103125 INVBERGMAN LEDGE LLCE-22070204986MAIN11/13/2025 283.00 000014500102725 INVE-22030 683.00 CHECK MAIN 204986 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 68.43 979143210763 572-2695CENTURYLINK7635722695204990MAIN11/13/2025 48.66 979144020WINDOW CLEANING 1025CITY WIDE WINDOW SERVICE INC753184204996#MAIN11/13/2025 27.03 979244020WINDOW CLEANING 1025753176 75.69 CHECK MAIN 204996 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 63.28 000014500110425 INVCRYSTAL SPRINGS ICE LLC02-503075204999#MAIN11/13/2025 4.00 979342199110425 INV02-503075 67.28 CHECK MAIN 204999 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 1,306.60 979143420FREQUENCEDISPLAY/GEO/PREROLL 110125ECM PUBLISHERS INC1072850205003*#MAIN11/13/2025 1,028.60 979243420FREQUENCEDISPLAY/GEO/PREROLL 1101251072850 444.80 979343420FREQUENCEDISPLAY/GEO/PREROLL 1101251072850 2,780.00 CHECK MAIN 205003 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 1,022.00 000014500103025 INVGLOBAL RESERVE LLCORD-21018205012MAIN11/13/2025 859.16 000014500110325 INVGREAT LAKES COCA-COLA DISTRBTN49587150022205014MAIN11/13/2025 1,801.27 000014500110425 INV49609092013 2,660.43 CHECK MAIN 205014 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 2,896.90 000014500103025 INVHOHENSTEINS INC873452205016MAIN11/13/2025 1,384.50 000014500103125 INV873863 165.00 000014500103125 INV873828 4,292.70 000014500103125 INV873815 8,739.10 CHECK MAIN 205016 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 21.98 979342171HYDROGEN PEROXIDEHOME DEPOT #28026621881205017*#MAIN11/13/2025 993.18 000014500103025 INVINSIGHT BREWING COMPANY, LLC27645205020MAIN11/13/2025 240.00 000014500103025 INVLUCID BREWING LLCIN-243233205026MAIN11/13/2025 3,553.90 000014500103125 INVM AMUNDSON CIGAR & CANDY CO LLP412912205028MAIN11/13/2025 202 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 39/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR 3,473.48 000014500103125 INV412911 2,917.10 000014500103125 INV412913 9,944.48 CHECK MAIN 205028 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 156.00 000014500110425 INVMAVERICK BEVERAGE COMPANY MINNESOTAINV1687008205032#MAIN11/13/2025 438.00 000014500110425 INVINV1686996 1.50 979142199110425 INVINV1687008 1.50 979142199110425 INVINV1686996 597.00 CHECK MAIN 205032 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 504.52 000014500103125 INVMCDONALD DISTRIBUTING CO832956205033MAIN11/13/2025 196.00 000014500110525 INVMEGA BEER LLCIN-32091205034MAIN11/13/2025 230.70 000014500103125 INVMODIST BREWING CO LLCE-62939205043MAIN11/13/2025 509.00 000014500103125 INVE-62856 739.70 CHECK MAIN 205043 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 242.00 000014500103025 INVOLIPHANT BREWING LLCIN-4580205047MAIN11/13/2025 665.50 000014500103025 INVPAUSTIS & SONS WINE COMPANY279119205049#MAIN11/13/2025 10.50 979142199103025 INV279119 676.00 CHECK MAIN 205049 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 84.00 000014500103025 INVRED BULL DISTRIBUTION CO INC5019649997205052MAIN11/13/2025 1,787.27 000014500103125 INVVINOCOPIA INC0384123-IN205066#MAIN11/13/2025 88.00 000014500103125 INV0384124-IN 19.50 979142199103125 INV0384123-IN 5.00 979142199103125 INV0384124-IN 1,899.77 CHECK MAIN 205066 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 490.00 000014500102225 INVWINE COMPANY/THE314825205068#MAIN11/13/2025 12.00 979242199102225 INV314825 502.00 CHECK MAIN 205068 TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 1,603.30 000014500103125 INVARTISAN BEER COMPANY38086222538(A)MAIN11/13/2025 167.10 000014500103125 INV3808623 203 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 40/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR 1,770.40 CHECK MAIN 2538(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 328.00 979242171102925 INVBELLBOY BAR SUPPLY01104591002540(A)MAIN11/13/2025 572.00 000014500102225 INVBELLBOY CORPORATION02093623002541(A)#MAIN11/13/2025 1,719.45 000014500102925 INV0209437700 15.00 979142199102925 INV0209437700 6.00 979242199102225 INV0209362300 2,312.45 CHECK MAIN 2541(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 1,625.00 000014500091925 INV 700297717BREAKTHRU BEVERAGE MN W&S LLC1234064872542(A)#MAIN11/13/2025 532.77 000014500102425 INV 700297736123955622 243.60 000014500102425 INV 700297736123955621 3,750.00 000014500093025 INV 700297736123544119 0.04 000014500101025 INV 700297736123733573 1,018.00 000014500101725 INV 700297736123844164 292.85 000014500103125 INV 700297782124067498 640.00 000014500103125 INV 700297717124067490 576.00 000014500101725 INV 700297717123844161 160.00 000014500103125 INV 700297717124063718 364.00 000014500103125 INV 700297717124067492 104.00 000014500103125 INV 700297717124067489 833.55 000014500103125 INV 700297717124067491 (65.00)000014500102325 INV 700297717414095920 (9.00)000014500102225 INV 700297736414085287 (146.80)000014500102325 INV 700297736414095891 (280.00)000014500110425 INV 700297717414135979 34.50 979142199091925 INV 700297717123406487 5.75 979142199103125 INV 700297717124067490 9.20 979142199101725 INV 700297717123844161 1.15 979142199103125 INV 700297717124063718 11.50 979142199103125 INV 700297717124067492 3.45 979142199103125 INV 700297717124067489 4.03 979142199103125 INV 700297717124067491 (1.15)979142199102325 INV 700297717414095920 (3.45)979142199110425 INV 700297717414135979 1.90 979242199102425 INV 700297736123955622 4.60 979242199102425 INV 700297736123955621 28.75 979242199093025 INV 700297736123544119 4.60 979242199101025 INV 700297736123733573 13.80 979242199101725 INV 700297736123844164 204 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 41/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR (0.10)979242199102225 INV 700297736414085287 (1.15)979242199102325 INV 700297736414095891 1.73 979342199103125 INV 700297782124067498 9,758.12 CHECK MAIN 2542(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 5,518.70 000014500103025 INVCAPITOL BEVERAGE SALES LP32093442543(A)MAIN11/13/2025 2,122.55 000014500110525 INV3211764 (11.14)000014500103025 INV3209343 7,630.11 CHECK MAIN 2543(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 91.00 000014500102425 INVJOHNSON BROTHERS LIQUOR CO.29095342545(A)#MAIN11/13/2025 570.35 000014500102425 INV2909533 80.00 000014500102425 INV2909531 968.00 000014500102425 INV2909530 560.00 000014500102425 INV2909529 106.56 000014500102325 INV2908359 41.35 000014500102225 INV2907082 139.85 000014500102225 INV2907081 160.00 000014500102225 INV2907080 5,574.23 000014500102225 INV2907079 1,327.47 000014500102225 INV2907072 260.00 000014500103125 INV2915309 352.00 000014500103125 INV2915308 3,109.00 000014500103125 INV2915300 106.56 000014500102925 INV2912354 885.54 000014500102925 INV2912353 0.43 000014500102925 DEL2912350 390.00 000014500102425 INV2909527 124.00 000014500102425 INV2909526 512.00 000014500102425 INV2909525 90.10 000014500102425 INV2909524 5,583.00 000014500103025 INV2913736 136.00 000014500103025 INV2913741 566.91 000014500103125 INV2915299 136.00 000014500103125 INV2915307 761.00 000014500103125 INV2915306 324.00 000014500103125 INV2915302 540.00 000014500103125 INV2915305 88.00 000014500103125 INV2915301 4,097.25 000014500103025 INV2913739 205 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 42/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR 768.00 000014500103025 INV2913737 1,807.76 000014500102925 INV2912352 3,646.26 000014500102925 INV2912349 250.00 000014500110525 INV2918291 66.67 000014500110525 INV2918292 44.02 979142199103025 INV2913736 9.45 979142199103025 INV2913741 12.78 979142199103125 INV2915299 1.42 979142199103125 INV2915307 12.78 979142199103125 INV2915306 7.10 979142199103125 INV2915302 8.52 979142199103125 INV2915305 1.42 979142199103125 INV2915301 38.34 979142199103025 INV2913739 14.20 979142199103025 INV2913737 15.62 979142199102925 INV2912352 26.98 979142199102925 INV2912349 1.42 979242199102425 INV2909534 15.62 979242199102425 INV2909533 1.42 979242199102425 INV2909531 17.04 979242199102425 INV2909530 14.20 979242199102425 INV2909529 10.50 979242199102325 INV2908359 1.42 979242199102225 INV2907082 4.26 979242199102225 INV2907081 2.84 979242199102225 INV2907080 36.92 979242199102225 INV2907079 1.42 979242199102225 DEL2907075 8.52 979242199102225 INV2907072 8.52 979342199103125 INV2915309 4.26 979342199103125 INV2915308 21.30 979342199103125 INV2915300 1.68 979342199102925 INV2912354 8.40 979342199102925 INV2912353 5.68 979342199102425 INV2909527 2.84 979342199102425 INV2909526 7.10 979342199102425 INV2909525 2.84 979342199102425 INV2909524 5.25 979342199110525 INV2918291 5.25 979342199110525 INV2918292 34,600.62 CHECK MAIN 2545(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 206 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 43/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR 1,452.55 000014500102425 INVPHILLIPS WINE & SPIRITS INC50678232549(A)#MAIN11/13/2025 399.25 000014500102425 INV5067822 80.00 000014500103125 INV5071763 222.75 000014500103125 INV5071762 220.00 000014500103125 INV5071761 0.01 000014500103125 INV5071760 (0.01)000014500103125 INV5071760 532.00 000014500102425 INV5067818 318.33 000014500103125 INV5071759 385.65 000014500103125 INV5071757 804.80 000014500103125 INV5071756 472.50 000014500103125 INV5071753 792.00 000014500103125 INV5071752 411.60 000014500103125 INV5071754 4.26 979142199103125 INV5071759 12.78 979142199103125 INV5071757 8.64 979142199103125 INV5071756 14.20 979142199103125 INV5071753 35.50 979142199103125 INV5071752 11.36 979142199103125 INV5071754 48.28 979242199102425 INV5067823 7.10 979242199102425 INV5067822 1.42 979342199103125 INV5071763 8.52 979342199103125 INV5071762 7.10 979342199103125 INV5071761 6,250.59 CHECK MAIN 2549(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 629.94 000014500102325 INVSOUTHERN GLAZER'S26838852551(A)#MAIN11/13/2025 521.84 000014500102325 INV2683887 690.25 000014500102325 INV2683888 381.50 000014500102325 INV2683889 900.00 000014500102325 INV2683886 288.00 000014500100225 INV5131053 238.50 000014500102325 INV2683904 61.02 000014500102325 INV2683903 90.00 000014500102325 INV2683900 480.00 000014500102325 INV2683897 385.40 000014500102325 INV2683898 279.00 000014500102325 INV2683895 1,207.50 000014500101625 INV2681261 207 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 44/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR 1,286.65 000014500101625 INV2681259 496.00 000014500101625 INV2681251 2.56 000014500102325 DEL2683896 1,032.76 000014500101625 INV2681253 963.00 000014500102325 INV2683892 110.28 000014500103025 INV2686706 303.70 000014500103025 INV2686705 1,461.60 000014500103025 INV2686704 1,461.60 000014500102325 INV2683899 439.68 000014500102325 INV2683902 324.00 000014500100225 INV5130939 288.00 000014500100225 INV5130945 900.00 000014500102325 INV2683901 233.80 000014500100925 INV2678607 177.99 000014500102325 INV2683894 1,233.58 000014500101625 INV2681239 2,238.80 000014500101625 INV2681240 1,102.50 000014500101625 INV2681236 511.54 000014500103025 INV2686535 19.58 000014500103025 INV2686536 65.22 000014500103025 INV2686539 342.00 000014500103025 INV2686540 263.90 000014500103025 INV2686541 2,510.70 000014500103025 INV2686542 80.00 000014500103025 INV2686543 109.02 000014500103025 INV2686544 (14.96)000014500020725 INV9626480 (240.00)000014500102925 INV9649072 (37.83)000014500102925 INV9650068 (54.00)000014500102925 INV9654484 (18.00)000014500102925 INV9660728 (78.00)000014500102925 INV9665480 (53.88)000014500102925 INV9667013 8.96 979142199102325 INV2683885 5.12 979142199102325 INV2683887 1.28 979142199103025 DEL2686537 8.96 979142199102325 INV2683888 2.56 979142199102325 INV2683889 6.83 979142199102325 INV2683886 11.52 979142199100225 INV5130939 2.56 979142199103025 DEL2686532 208 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 45/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR 16.64 979142199101625 INV2681239 8.96 979142199102325 DEL2683884 1.28 979142199101625 DEL2681227 24.32 979142199101625 INV2681240 6.40 979142199101625 INV2681236 11.09 979142199103025 INV2686535 0.21 979142199103025 INV2686536 0.43 979142199103025 INV2686539 8.96 979142199103025 INV2686540 2.56 979142199103025 INV2686541 19.20 979142199103025 INV2686542 1.71 979142199103025 INV2686543 0.85 979142199103025 INV2686544 1.28 979242199102325 INV2683904 0.85 979242199102325 INV2683903 0.64 979242199102325 INV2683900 8.96 979242199102325 INV2683897 6.40 979242199102325 INV2683898 4.48 979242199102325 INV2683895 6.40 979242199101625 INV2681261 11.52 979242199101625 INV2681259 7.68 979242199101625 INV2681251 14.08 979242199101625 INV2681253 12.80 979242199102325 INV2683892 10.24 979242199102325 DEL2683893 26.88 979242199102325 INV2683899 8.96 979242199102325 INV2683902 10.24 979242199100225 INV5130945 1.28 979242199103025 DEL2686545 6.83 979242199102325 INV2683901 2.88 979242199103025 DEL2686546 3.84 979242199100925 INV2678607 3.84 979242199102325 INV2683894 1.28 979242199103025 DEL2686549 10.24 979342199100225 INV5131053 1.28 979342199103025 DEL2686703 2.56 979342199103025 INV2686706 1.28 979342199103025 INV2686705 26.88 979342199103025 INV2686704 23,958.74 CHECK MAIN 2551(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 209 Item 11. CHECK DISBURSEMENT REPORT FOR CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 46/56Page : 11/17/2025 01:06 PM User: heathers DB: Columbia Heights CHECK DATE FROM 10/31/2025 - 11/13/2025 AmountDeptAccountDescriptionPayeeInvoiceCheck #BankCheck Date Fund: 609 LIQUOR 360.00 000014500103125 INVWINE MERCHANTS75403632552(A)#MAIN11/13/2025 4.97 979142199103125 INV7540363 364.97 CHECK MAIN 2552(A) TOTAL FOR FUND 609: 219,200.78 Total for fund 609 LIQUOR 210 Item 11. ITEM: Second Reading of Ordinance 1720, Being an Ordinance Amending Chapter 5.3 of the Columbia Heights City Code. DEPARTMENT: Community Development BY/DATE: CD Coordinator / November 20, 2025 CORE CITY STRATEGIES: (please indicate areas that apply by adding an “X” in front of the selected text below) _Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity _High Quality Public Spaces X Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone X Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking _Resilient and Prosperous Economy _Inclusive and Connected Community BACKGROUND At the November 10, 2025, City Council meeting, the Columbia Heights City Council reviewed Ordinance 1720 and set the second reading for November 24, 2025. If approved, the bulk of the Ordinance will go into effect on July 1, 2026. Two provisions of the Ordinance, as listed below and as explicitly specified in the draft Ordinance language, will have later effective dates. Ordinance 1720 amends Chapter 5.3 of the City Code and incorporates the following policy initiatives: - Ends the sale of flavored products in tobacco product shops, effective January 1, 2028 (note: the sale of flavored products by accessory tobacco retailers is already prohibited); - Reduces the number of tobacco product shop licenses to zero through attrition; o A one-time succession allowance is provided for tobacco product shops duly licensed as of December 31, 2025, that sell or transfer ownership of their shop to a new owner on or before January 1, 2028; - Eliminates price discounting by: o Restricting the use of coupons and discounts; and o Setting minimum prices and package sizes for tobacco products, including electronic delivery devices such as vapes; - Increases penalties and fines for sales violations by licensees; and - Removes Purchase, Use, and Possession (PUP) penalties. In addition to these policy updates, Ordinance 1720 adds a definition and a licensing process for “accessory tobacco retailer.” The accessory tobacco retailer category already makes up the majority of Columbia Heights’ tobacco licensees, but there is no clear definition of this category in the City Code. The new definition specifies that in order to qualify for an accessory tobacco retailer license, a retail establishment must derive no more than 45% of its gross revenues from the sale of licensed products. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommend approval of Ordinance 1720. CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA SECTION ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION MEETING DATE NOVEMBER 24, 2025 211 Item 12. City of Columbia Heights - Council Letter Page 2 RECOMMENDED MOTION(S): MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1720, there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to approve the second reading of Ordinance No. 1720, being an ordinance amending Chapter 5.3 of the Columbia Heights City Code, and to direct staff to send the summary ordinance for publication in the legal newspaper. ATTACHMENT(S) 1. Ordinance 1720 2. Draft Summary Ordinance 3. Public Comments 212 Item 12. DRAFT VERSION 11.12.2025 ORDINANCE NO. 1720 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 5.3 OF THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY CODE TO REVISE PURPOSE AND INTENT, DEFINITIONS, LICENSE, FEES, BASIS FOR DENIAL OF LICENSE, PROHIBITED SALES, COMPLIANCE CHECKS AND INSPECTIONS, EXCEPTIONS AND DEFENSES, AND VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section 1 5.301 of the Columbia Heights City Code is hereby amended to read as follows, to wit: § 5.301 PURPOSE AND INTENT. Because the City recognizes that the sale of commercial tobacco, tobacco -related devices, electronic delivery devices, and nicotine or lobelia delivery products to persons under the age of 21 violates both state and federal laws; and because studies show that youth and young adults are especially susceptible to commercial tobacco product availability, advertising, and price promotions at tobacco retail environments; and because marketing analysis, public health research, and commercial tobacco industry documents demonstrate that tobacco companies have used menthol, mint, fruit, candy, and alcohol flavors as a way to target youth and young adults and that the presence of such flavors can make it more difficult to quit; and because commercial tobacco use has been shown to be the cause of many serious health problems which subsequently place a financial burden on all levels of government; this ordinance is intended to regulate the sale of commercial tobacco, tobacco-related devices, electronic delivery devices, and nicotine or lobelia delivery products for the purpose of enforcing and furthering existing laws, to protect youth and young adults against the serious effects associated with the use and initiation, and to further the official public policy of the state to prevent young people from starting to smoke, as stated in M.S. § 144.391, as it may be amended from time to time. (Ord. 1371, passed 5-11-98; Am. Ord. 1616, passed 10-27-14; Am. Ord. 1667, passed 6-14-21; Am. Ord. 1670, passed 10-11-21) Section 2 5.302 of the Columbia Heights City Code is hereby amended to read as follows, to wit: § 5.302 DEFINITIONS. Except as may otherwise be provided or clearly implied by context, all terms shall be given their commonly accepted definitions. For the purpose of this article, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning. ACCESSORY TOBACCO RETAILER. A retail establishment that has obtained an appropriate license from the City and that derives no more than 45% of its gross revenues from the sale of licensed products. 213 Item 12. City of Columbia Heights – Ordinance Page 2 1720 Tobacco Regulations DRAFT VERSION 11.12.2025 CHILD-RESISTANT PACKAGING. Packaging that meets the definition set forth in Code of Federal Regulations, title 16, section 1700.15(b), as in effect on January 1, 2015, and was tested in accordance with the method described in Code of Federal Regulations, t itle 16, section 1700.20. as in effect on January 1, 2015. CIGAR. Any roll of tobacco that is wrapped in tobacco leaf or in any other substance containing tobacco, with or without a tip or mouthpiece, which is not a cigarette as defined in Minn. Stat. § 297F.01, subd. 3, as it may be amended from time to time. COMPLIANCE CHECKS. The system the City uses to investigate and ensure that those authorized to sell licensed products are following and complying with the requirements of this article. Compliance checks involve the use of persons under the age of 21 who purchase or attempt to purchase licensed products. Compliance checks may also be conducted by the City or other units of government for educational, research, and training purposes or for investigating or enforcing federal, state, or local laws and regulations relating to licensed products. ELECTRONIC DELIVERY DEVICE. Any product containing or delivering nicotine, lobelia, or any other substance, whether natural or synthetic, intended for human consumption through the inhalation of aerosol or vapor from the product. ELECTRONIC DELIVERY DEVICE includes, but is not limited to, devices manufactured, marketed, or sold as e-cigarettes, e-cigars, e-pipes, vape pens, mods, tank systems, or under any other product name or descriptor. ELECTRONIC DELIVERY DEVICE includes any component part of a produ ct, whether or not marketed or sold separately. ELECTRONIC DELIVERY DEVICE does not include any nicotine cessation product that has been authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to be marketed and for sale as “drugs,” “devices,” or “combination products,” as defined in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. FLAVORED PRODUCT. Any licensed product that contains a taste or smell, other than the taste or smell of tobacco, that is distinguishable by an ordinary consumer either prior to or during the consumption of the product, including, but not limited to, any taste or smell relating to chocolate, cocoa, menthol, mint, wintergreen, vanilla, honey, fruit, or any candy, dessert, alcoholic beverage, herb, or spice, or a cooling or numbing sensation distinguishable by an ordinary consumer either prior to or during the consumption of such licensed product. A public statement or claim, whether expressed or implied, made or disseminated by the manufacturer of a licensed product, or by any person authorized or permitted by the manufacturer to make or disseminate public statements concerning such products, tha t a product has or produces a cooling or numbing sensation or a taste or smell other than a taste or smell of tobacco will constitute presumptive evidence that the product is a flavored product . Presumptive evidence may include but is not limited to the use of terms such as “cool,” “chill,” “ice,” “fresh,” “arctic,” or “frost” to describe the product. INDOOR AREA. All space between a floor and a ceiling that is bounded by walls, doorways, or windows, whether opened or closed, covering more than 50% of the combined surface area of 214 Item 12. City of Columbia Heights – Ordinance Page 3 1720 Tobacco Regulations DRAFT VERSION 11.12.2025 the vertical planes constituting the perimeter of the area. A wall includes any retractable divider, garage door, or other physical barrier, whether temporary or permanent. LICENSED PRODUCTS. The term that collectively refers to any tobacco, tobacco -related device, electronic delivery device, or nicotine or lobelia delivery product. LOOSE TOBACCO. Any product that consists of loose leaves or pieces of tobacco that is intended for use by consumers in a pipe, roll -your-own cigarette, or similar product or device. LOOSIES. The common term used to refer to single cigarettes, cigars, and any other licensed products that have been removed from their original retail packaging and offered for sale. Loosies does not include premium cigars that are hand-constructed, have a wrapper made entirely from whole tobacco leaf, and have a filler and binder made entirely of tobacco, except for adhesives or other materials used to maintain size, texture, or flavor. MOIST SNUFF. Any tobacco product that consists of cut, ground, powdered, or leaf tobacco and that is intended to be placed in the oral or nasal cavity. MOVEABLE PLACE OF BUSINESS. Any form of business operated out of a kiosk, truck, van, automobile or other type of vehicle or transportable shelter and not a fixed address store front or other permanent type of structure licensed for over-the-counter sales transactions. NICOTINE OR LOBELIA DELIVERY PRODUCT. Any product containing or delivering nicotine or lobelia, whether natural or synthetic, intended for human consumption, or any part of such a product, that is not tobacco or an electronic delivery device as defined in this section. NICOTINE OR LOBELIA DELIVERY PRODUCT does not include any nicotine cessation product that has been authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to be marketed and for sale as “drug,” “devices,” or “combination,” as defined in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. RETAIL ESTABLISHMENT. Any place of business where licensed products are available for sale to the general public. The phrase shall include but not be limited to tobacco product shops, accessory tobacco retailers, liquor stores, grocery stores, convenience stores, bars, and restaurants. SALE. Any transfer of goods for money, trade, barter or other consideration. SELF-SERVICE DISPLAY. Open displays of licensed products in any manner where any person has access to the licensed products without the assistance or intervention of the licensee or the licensee’s employee, and where a physical exchange of the licensed product from the licensee or the licensee’s employee to the customer is not required in order to access the licensed products. SMOKING. Inhaling, exhaling, burning, or carrying any lighted or heated cigar, cigarette, or pipe, or any other lighted or heated product containing, made, or derived from nicotine, tobacco, marijuana, or other plant, whether natural or synthetic, that is intended for inhalation. SMOKING also includes carrying or using an activated electronic delivery device. 215 Item 12. City of Columbia Heights – Ordinance Page 4 1720 Tobacco Regulations DRAFT VERSION 11.12.2025 SNUS. Any smokeless tobacco product marketed and sold as snus, and sold in ready-to-use pouches or loose as a moist powder. TOBACCO. Any product containing, made, or derived from tobacco that is intended for human consumption, whether chewed, smoked, absorbed, dissolved, inhaled, snorted, sniffed, or ingested by any other means, or any component, part, or accessory of a tobacco product including but not limited to cigarettes; cigars; cheroots; stogies; perique; granulated, plug cut, crimp cut, ready rubbed, and other smoking tobacco; snuff; snuff flour; cavendish; plug and twist tobaccos; fine cut and other chewing tobaccos; refuse scraps, clippings, cuttings, and sweepings of tobacco; and other kinds and forms of tobacco. TOBACCO does not include any nicotine cessation product that has been authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to be marketed and for sale as “drugs,” “devices,” or “combination products” as defined in the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. TOBACCO PRODUCT SHOP. A retail establishment that has obtained an appropriate license from the cCity that: (1) Prohibits persons under 21 from being present or entering at all times; (2) Derives at least 90% of its gross revenues from the sale of licensed products; and (3) Meets all of the following building or structural criteria: (a) Shares no wall with, and has no part of its structure adjoined to any other business or retailer, unless the wall is permanent, completely opaque, and without doors, windows, and pass-throughs to the other business or retailer; (b) Shares no walls with, and has no part of its structure directly adjoined to another licensed tobacco retailer; and (c) Is accessible by the public only by an entrance door opening directly to the outside. TOBACCO-RELATED DEVICES. Any rolling papers, wraps, pipes, or other device intentionally designed or intended to be used with tobacco products. TOBACCO-RELATED DEVICES include components of tobacco-related devices or tobacco products which may be marketed or sold separately. Tobacco-related devices may or may not contain tobacco. VENDING MACHINE. Any mechanical, electric or electronic, or other type of device which dispenses licensed products upon the insertion of money, tokens or other form of payment into or onto the machine by the person seeking to purchase the licensed produ ct. (Ord. 1371, passed 5-11-98; Am. Ord. 1570, passed 9-28-09; Am. Ord. 1616, passed 10-27-14; Am. Ord. 1667, passed 6-14-21; Am. Ord. 1670, passed 10-11-21) Section 3 5.303 of the Columbia Heights City Code is hereby amended to read as follows, to wit: § 5.303 LICENSE. 216 Item 12. City of Columbia Heights – Ordinance Page 5 1720 Tobacco Regulations DRAFT VERSION 11.12.2025 (A) License required. No person shall sell or offer to sell any licensed product without first having obtained a license to do so from the City. (B) Accessory tobacco retailer license. (1) No person shall operate an accessory tobacco retailer without first having obtained an accessory tobacco retailer license to do so from the City. To qualify for an accessory tobacco retailer license, the retail establishment must: (a) Derive no more than 45% of its gross revenues from the sale of licensed products. (2) Accessory tobacco retailers must provide financial records documenting annual gross sales, upon request by the City. (BC) Tobacco product shop license. (1) No person shall operate a tobacco product shop without first having obtained a tobacco product shop license to do so from the City. To qualify for a tobacco product shop license, the retail establishment must: (a) Prohibit persons under the age of 21 from being present or entering at all times; (b) Derive at least 90% of its gross revenues from the sale of licensed products; and (c) Meet all of the following building or structural criteria: 1. Share no wall with, and has no part of its structure adjoined to any other business or retailer, unless the wall is permanent, completely opaque, and without doors, windows, and pass-throughs to the other business or retailer; 2. Share no walls with, and has no part of its structure directly adjoined to, another licensed tobacco retailer; and 3. Is accessible by the public only by an entrance door opening directly to the outside. (2) At any given time, there shall be no more than three smoke tobacco product shops, all with appropriate licenses, throughout the city. Currently existing smoke tobacco product shop establishments should be granted the first preference to renew their smoke tobacco product shop licenses if they choose to do so. Effective January 1, 2022, indoor sampling for all smoke shops shall be prohibited. (2) Tobacco product shops must provide financial records documenting annual gross sales, upon request by the City. (3) Maximum number of licenses. The maximum number of tobacco product shop licenses issued by the City at any time is limited to zero. The City will not issue any new licenses for tobacco product shops after December 31, 2025. (4) Renewal of existing licenses. 217 Item 12. City of Columbia Heights – Ordinance Page 6 1720 Tobacco Regulations DRAFT VERSION 11.12.2025 (a) The City will renew existing tobacco product shop licenses that were issued prior to January 1, 2026, to existing license holders who have applied for renewal by December 31 of each year. (b) An eligible party will lose the existing license if they fail to renew it annually or if the license is revoked for any reason. (5) One-time succession allowance. (a) For one time only per location, the City will allow an existing tobacco product shop license to be issued to a new owner of an existing tobacco product shop location if the new owner applies for and meets the requirements for licensure under this section. (b) A new owner licensed under this subsection will be subject to the same annual renewal requirements as existing tobacco product shop licensees. (c) The new owner will lose the existing license if they fail to renew the license annually or, if the license is revoked for any reason, the license will be forfeited. (d) This one-time succession allowance only applies to tobacco product shop locations that are duly licensed as of December 31, 2025. (e) This one-time succession allowance only applies if the tobacco product shop is sold to or ownership is transferred to the new owner on or before January 1, 2028 . (CD) Application. An application for a license to sell licensed products shall be made on a form provided by the City. The application shall contain the full name of the applicant, applicant’s date of birth, applicant’s residential and business addresses and telephone numbers, the name of the business for which the license is sought, the name of the business’s operator, and any additional information the City deems necessary. Upon receipt of a completed application, the Clerk shall forward the applicat ion to the Police Department for a background and record check prior to formal review by the City Council. If the Clerk shall determine that an application is incomplete, the Clerk shall return the application to the applicant with notice of the information necessary to make the application complete. (DE) Action. The City Council may either approve or deny the license, or it may delay action for such reasonable period of time as necessary to complete any investigation of the application or the applicant it deems necessary. If the City Council shall appr ove the license, the Clerk shall issue or renew the license to the applicant. If the City Council denies the license, notice of the denial shall be given to the applicant along with notice of the applicant’s right to appeal the City Council’s decision. (EF) Term. All licenses issued or renewed under this article shall follow the calendar year with an expiration date of December 31 of each year and are not pro-rated. (FG) Revocation or suspension. Any license issued or renewed under this article may be revoked or suspended as provided in § 5.311. 218 Item 12. City of Columbia Heights – Ordinance Page 7 1720 Tobacco Regulations DRAFT VERSION 11.12.2025 (GH) Transfers. All licenses issued or renewed under this article shall be valid only on the premises for which the license was issued and only for the person to whom the license was issued. The transfer of any license to another location or person is prohibited. (HI) Moveable place of business. No license shall be issued or renewed to a moveable place of business. Only fixed location businesses shall be eligible to be licensed under this article. (IJ) Display. All licenses shall be posted and displayed in plain view of the general public on the licensed premise. (JK) Renewals. The renewal of a license issued under this section shall be handled in the same manner as the original application. The request for a renewal shall be made at least 30 days but no more than 60 days before the expiration of the current license. (KL) Issuance and renewal as privilege and not a right. The issuance or renewal of a license issued under this article shall be considered a privilege and not an absolute right of the applicant and shall not entitle the holder to an automatic renewal of the license. (LM) Smoking prohibited. Smoking, including smoking for the purpose of the sampling of licensed products, is prohibited within the indoor area of any retail establishment licensed under this ordinance. (MN) Samples prohibited. No person shall distribute samples of any licensed product free of charge or at a nominal cost. The distribution of licensed products as a free donation is prohibited. (Ord. 1371, passed 5-11-98; Am. Ord. 1570, passed 9-28-09; Am. Ord. 1616, passed 10-27-14; Am. Ord. 1652, passed 10-8-18; Am. Ord. 1667, passed 6-14-21; Am. Ord. 1670, passed 10-11- 21) Penalty, see § 5.313 Section 4 5.304 of the Columbia Heights City Code is hereby amended to read as follows, to wit: § 5.304 FEES. No license shall be issued or renewed under this article until the appropriate license fee shall be paid in full. The fee for a license under this article shall be established in the City’s schedule of fees. (Ord. 1371, passed 5-11-98; Am. Ord. 1670, passed 10-11-21) Penalty, see § 5.311 Section 5 5.305 of the Columbia Heights City Code is hereby amended to read as follows, to wit: § 5.305 BASIS FOR DENIAL OF LICENSE. (A) Grounds for denying the issuance or renewal of a license under this article includes but is are not limited to the following: (1) The applicant is under the age of 21 years. 219 Item 12. City of Columbia Heights – Ordinance Page 8 1720 Tobacco Regulations DRAFT VERSION 11.12.2025 (2) The applicant, or any employee thereof, has been convicted within the past five years of any violation of a federal, state, or local law, ordinance provision, or other regulation relating to licensed products. (3) The applicant has had a license to sell licensed products revoked within the preceding 12 months of the date of application. (4) The applicant fails to provide any information required on the application, or provides false or misleading information. (5) The applicant is prohibited by federal, state, or other local law, ordinance, or other regulation from holding such a license. (6) Any other suitable reason that the granting of a license to the applicant is inconsistent with public health, safety, and welfare, including the applicant’s history of noncompliance with this ordinance and other laws relating to the sale of licensed products. (B) However, except as may otherwise be provided by law, the existence of any particular ground for denial does not obligate the City to deny the license. (C) If a license is mistakenly issued or renewed to a person, it shall be revoked upon the discovery that the person was ineligible for the license under this article. The City will provide the license holder with notice of the revocation, along with information on the right to appeal. (Ord. 1371, passed 5-11-98; Am. Ord. 1667, passed 6-14-21; Am. Ord. 1670, passed 10-11-21) Penalty, see § 5.311 Section 6 5.306 of the Columbia Heights City Code is hereby amended to read as follows, to wit: § 5.306 PROHIBITED SALES. In general. No person shall sell or offer to sell any licensed product: (1) By means of any type of vending machine. (2) By means of self-service display. All licensed products must be stored behind the sales counter, in a locked case, in a storage unit, or in another area not freely accessible to the general public. This division shall not apply to tobacco product shops. (3) By means of loosies as defined in § 5.302; (4) Containing opium, morphine, jimpson weed, bella donna, strychnos, cocaine, marijuana, cannabis, or other deleterious, hallucinogenic, toxic or controlled substances except nicotine and other substances found naturally in tobacco or added as part of an otherwise lawful manufacturing process. It is not the intention of this provision to ban the sale of lawfully manufactured cigarettes or other tobacco products. (5) By any other means, to any other person, or in any other manner or form prohibited by federal, state or other local law, ordinance provision, or other regulation. 220 Item 12. City of Columbia Heights – Ordinance Page 9 1720 Tobacco Regulations DRAFT VERSION 11.12.2025 (B) Legal age. No person shall sell any licensed product to any person under the age of 21. (1) Age verification. Licensees must verify by means of government-issued photographic identification containing the bearer’s date of birth that the purchaser is at least 21 years of age. Verification is not required for a person over the age of 30 . That the person appeared to be 30 years of age or older does not constitute a defense to a violation of this subsection. (2) Signage. Notice of the legal sales age, age verification requirement, and possible penalties for underage sales must be posted prominently in plain view at all times at each location where licensed products are offered for sale. The required signage must be posted in a manner that is clearly visible to anyone who is or is considering making a purchase. (C) Flavored products. No person shall sell or offer for sale any flavored products. This prohibition does shall not apply to licensed tobacco product shops until January 1, 2028, on and after which date the sale of flavored products shall be prohibited in all retail establishments in the City. (D) Liquid packaging. No person shall sell or offer to sell any liquid, whether or not such liquid contains nicotine, which is intended for human consumption and use in an electronic delivery device, in packaging that is not child resistant. Upon request by the City, a licensee must provide a copy of the certificate of compliance or full laboratory testing report for the packaging used. (E) Minimum prices and package sizes. (1) Cigar minimum price and package size. No person shall sell or offer to sell any cigar unless it is within a package containing a minimum of five cigars; and any package of cigars for a sales price of less than $13.75 per package before taxes and fees. This provision does not prohibit the sale of a single cigar with a sales price of at least $2.75, after any discounts are applied and before sales taxes are imposed. (2) Cigarette minimum price. No person may sell or offer to sell cigarette packages or cartons for a sales price of less than $12 per pack before taxes and fees. (3) Moist snuff minimum price and package size. No person shall sell or offer to sell moist snuff retail packages or multipacks for a sales price of less than $12 per 1.2-ounce package before taxes and fees. No person shall sell or offer to sell any smokeless tobacco or moist snuff for retail sale unless it is sold in a package of at least 1.2 ounces minimum package size. The price floor for packages larger than 1.2 ounces shall be computed by adding $2.50 fo r each 0.3 ounce or any fraction thereof more than 1.2 ounces, excluding taxes and fees. (4) Snus minimum price and package size. No person shall sell or offer to sell snus for a sales price of less than $12 per 0.32-ounce package before taxes and fees. No person shall sell or offer to sell any snus unless it is sold in a package of at least 0.32 ounce minimum pack size. The price floor for packages larger than 0.32 ounce shall be computed by adding $2.50 for each 0.08 ounce or any fraction thereof more than 0.32 ounce excluding taxes and fees. 221 Item 12. City of Columbia Heights – Ordinance Page 10 1720 Tobacco Regulations DRAFT VERSION 11.12.2025 (5) Loose tobacco minimum price and package size. No person shall sell or offer to sell a package of loose tobacco for three ounces or less, prior to applicable sales taxes being imposed, of less than $4 nor a package of loose tobacco greater than three ounces, prior to taxes being imposed, of less than $12. (6) Electronic delivery device minimum price. No person shall sell or offer to sell any electronic delivery device at a price that is less than $20 per device, excluding taxes and fees. This price is applicable to any type of electronic delivery device and applies per unit even if sold together. (7) Price adjustment. The minimum pricing established in this section shall be adjusted periodically to account for inflation and market variation. (F) Coupon and price promotion. No person shall accept or redeem any coupon, price promotion, or other instrument or mechanism, whether in paper, digital, electronic, mobile, or any other form, that provides any licensed products to a consumer at no cost or at a price that is less than the non-discounted, standard price listed by a retailer on the item or on any related shelving, posting, advertising, or display at the location where the item is sold or offered for sale, including all applicable taxes. (Ord. 1371, passed 5-11-98; Am. Ord. 1513, passed 9-25-06; Am. Ord. 1667, passed 6-14-21; Am. Ord. 1670, passed 10-11-21) Penalty, see § 5.311 Section 7 5.307 of the Columbia Heights City Code is hereby amended to read as follows, to wit: § 5.307 LICENSE HOLDER RESPONSIBILITY. All licensees are responsible for the actions of their employees regarding the sale, offer to sell, and furnishing of licensed products on the licensed premises. The sale, offer to sell, or furnishing of any licensed product by an employee shall be cons idered an act of the licensee. It shall be the license holder’s responsibility to provide training to any employee conducting sales of licensed products and to document proof of such training to be provided upon request by any enforcing agent of the City. (Ord. 1371, passed 5-11-98; Am. Ord. 1670, passed 10-11-21) Penalty, see § 5.311 Section 8 5.308 of the Columbia Heights City Code is hereby amended to read as follows, to wit: § 5.308 COMPLIANCE CHECKS AND INSPECTIONS. All licensed premises must be open to inspection by law enforcement or other authorized City officials during regular business hours. From time to time, but at least once per year, the City will conduct compliance checks to ensure compliance with all provisions of this ordinance. In accordance with state law, the City will conduct a compliance check that involves the participation of a person at least 17 years of age, but under the age of 21 to enter the licensed premises to attempt to purchase licensed products. Prior written consent from a parent or 222 Item 12. City of Columbia Heights – Ordinance Page 11 1720 Tobacco Regulations DRAFT VERSION 11.12.2025 guardian is required for any person under the age of 18 to participate in a compliance check. Persons used for the purpose of compliance checks will be supervised by law enforcement or other designated personnel. (Ord. 1371, passed 5-11-98; Am. Ord. 1667, passed 6-14-21; Am. Ord. 1670, passed 10-11-21) Penalty, see § 5.311 Section 9 5.309 of the Columbia Heights City Code is hereby amended to read as follows, to wit: § 5.309 OTHER ILLEGAL ACTS. Unless otherwise provided, the following acts shall be a violation of this article: (A) Illegal procurement. It shall be a violation of this article for any person aged 21 or older to purchase or otherwise obtain licensed products on behalf of a person under the age of 21. It shall further be a violation for any person aged 21 or old er to sell or otherwise provide any licensed product to any person under the age of 21, and it shall further be a violation to coerce or attempt to coerce a person under the age of 21 to purchase or otherwise obtain or use any licensed products. This division shall not apply to individuals lawfully involved in a compliance check. (B) Use of false identification. It shall be a violation of this article for any person to attempt to disguise their true age by the use of a false form of identification, whether the identification is that of another person or one on which the age of the person has been modified or tampered with to represent an age older than the actual age of the person. (Ord. 1371, passed 5-11-98; Am. Ord. 1667, passed 6-14-21; Am. Ord. 1670, passed 10-11-21) Penalty, see § 5.311 Section 10 5.310 of the Columbia Heights City Code is hereby amended to read as follows, to wit: § 5.310 EXCEPTIONS AND DEFENSES. Nothing in this article shall prevent the providing of tobacco or tobacco -related devices to a person under the age of 21 as part of a lawfully recognized religious, spiritual, or cultural ceremony. It shall be an affirmative defense to the violation of this article for a person to have reasonably relied on proof of age as described by state law. (Ord. 1371, passed 5-11-98; Am. Ord. 1670, passed 10-11-21) Section 11 5.311 of the Columbia Heights City Code is hereby amended to read as follows, to wit: § 5.311 VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES. (A) Violations. 223 Item 12. City of Columbia Heights – Ordinance Page 12 1720 Tobacco Regulations DRAFT VERSION 11.12.2025 (1) Notice. Upon discovery of a suspected violation, the alleged violator shall be issued, either personally or by mail, a citation that sets forth the alleged violation and which shall inform the alleged violator of their right to be heard on the accusation. (2) Hearings. If a person accused of violating this article so requests, a hearing shall be scheduled, the time and place of which shall be published and provided to the accused violator. (3) Hearing Officer. The City Council, or representative designated by the City Council, shall serve as the hearing officer. (4) Decision. If the hearing officer determines that a violation of this article did occur, that decision, along with the hearing officer’s reasons for finding a violation and the penalty to be imposed under division (B) of this section, shall be recorded in writing, a copy of which shall be provided to the accused violator. Likewise, if the hearing officer finds that no violation occurred or finds grounds for not imposing any penalty, such findings shall be recorded and a copy provided to the acquitted accused violator. (5) Appeals. Appeals of any decision made by the hearing officer shall be filed in the district court for the city in which the alleged violation occurred. (6) Continued violation. Each violation, and every day in which a violation occurs or continues, shall constitute a separate offense. (B) Administrative penalties. (1) Licensees. Any licensee found to have violated this article, or whose employee shall have violated this article, shall be charged an administrative fine of $300 $600 for a first violation of this article; $600 $1200 for a second offense at the same licensed premises within a 36-month period; and $1,000 $2,000 for a third or subsequent offense at the same location within a 36-month period. In addition, after the second offense, the license shall be suspended for not less than three days, and after the third offense, the license shall be suspended for not less than seven days. Upon a fourth violation within a 36-month period, the license will be revoked. (2) Other individuals. Other individuals, other than persons under the age of 21 regulated by division (B)(3) of this section, found to be in violation of this article may be charged an administrative fee of $50. (3) Persons under the age of 21. Persons under the age of 21 who purchase or attempt to purchase licensed products may only be subject to non -criminal, non-monetary civil penalties or remedies such as tobacco-related education classes, diversion programs, community services, or another non-monetary, civil penalty that the City determines to be appropriate. The City Council will consult educators, parents, guardians, persons under the age of 21, public health officials, court personnel, and other int erested parties to determine an appropriate remedy for persons under the age of 21 in the City in the best interest of the underage person. The remedies for persons under 21 who use a false identification to purchase or attempt to purchase licensed products may be established by ordinance and amended from time to time. 224 Item 12. City of Columbia Heights – Ordinance Page 13 1720 Tobacco Regulations DRAFT VERSION 11.12.2025 (43) Statutory penalties. If the administrative penalty for violations against licensed retailers under division (B)(1) above authorized to be imposed by M.S. § 461.12, as it may be amended from time to time, differs from that established in this section, then the higher penalty will prevail. (C) Misdemeanor. Nothing in this section prohibits the City from seeking prosecution as a misdemeanor for an alleged second violation of this ordinance by a person 21 years of age or older within five years of a previous conviction under the ordinance . (Ord. 1371, passed 5-11-98; Am. Ord. 1670, passed 10-11-21) Section 12 This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after July 1, 2026. First Reading: November 10, 2025 Offered by: James Seconded by: Deneen Roll Call: all ayes, Spriggs absent Second Reading: November 24, 2025 Offered by: Seconded by: Roll Call: Date of Passage: ______________________________________ Amáda Márquez Simula, Mayor Attest: ___________________________________ Sara Ion, City Clerk/Council Secretary 225 Item 12. Ordinance No. 1720 SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 1720 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 5.3 OF THE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY CODE TO REVISE PURPOSE AND INTENT, DEFINITIONS, LICENSE, FEES, BASIS FOR DENIAL OF LICENSE, PROHIBITED SALES, COMPLIANCE CHECKS AND INSPECTIONS, EXCEPTIONS AND DEFENSES, AND VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES The City Council for the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota, adopted Ordinance No. 1720 on November 24th, 2025. The purpose of this ordinance is to amend, upon passage, Chapter 5.3: Tobacco Regulations, of the Code of Ordinances. Specifically, this amendment: revises Purpose and Intent to reference public health findings; adds new and amends existing Definitions; updates License to define an accessory tobacco retailer licensing process, to include language which will reduce the number of tobacco product shop licenses to zero through attrition, and to provide for a one-time succession allowance through January 1st, 2028 for tobacco product shops; clarifies language in Fees; strengthens language in Basis for Denial of License; updates Prohibited Sales to modernize language, to comprehensively prohibit the sale of flavored products in all retail establishments beginning January 1st, 2028 (note: sale of flavored products by accessory tobacco retailers is already prohibited), to institute minimum prices and package sizes for licensed products, and to ban the use of coupons and price promotions; clarifies language in Compliance Checks and Inspections; fixes a typo in Exceptions and Defenses; and strengthens Violations and Penalties for licensees while removing purchase, use, and possession penalties for persons under the age of 21. This is a summary of Ordinance No. 1720. A copy of the entire text of the Ordinance is available for public inspection during regular office hours at City Hall, by standard or electronic mail, or at www.columbiaheightsmn.gov. Amáda Márquez Simula, Mayor Attest: Sara Ion, City Clerk/Council Secretary 226 Item 12. 1 Emilie Voight From:Aaron Hammock <@gmail.com> Sent:Wednesday, November 19, 2025 3:27 PM To:Amáda Márquez Simula; Connie Buesgens; Laurel Deneen; Rachel James; Justice Spriggs; Emilie Voight Subject:Keep responsible stores open – reject license elimination Dear Columbia Heights Council, Eliminating self-service in licensed smoke shops is unfair and unnecessary. Customers buying premium cigars want to inspect the cigar, the wrapper, and the aroma before purchase. These are not impulse buys by minors—they are legal adult products sold responsibly. Please protect this tradition and allow self-service humidors in adult stores. Aaron Hammock Columbia Heights 55421 (612) 221-0653 227 Item 12. 1 Emilie Voight From:Aaron Hammock <@gmail.com> Sent:Wednesday, November 19, 2025 3:28 PM To:Amáda Márquez Simula; Connie Buesgens; Laurel Deneen; Rachel James; Justice Spriggs; Emilie Voight Subject:Allow self-service humidors for premium cigars Hello City Council, Why is the ordinance removing self-service access for adult cigar customers? In a 21+ smoke shop, there is no youth exposure or risk. Premium cigars are a niche, high-quality product, and customers expect to choose them directly from the humidor. Please respect adult choice and keep self-service for premium cigars in licensed smoke shops. Aaron Hammock Columbia Heights 55421 (612) 221-0653 228 Item 12. 1 Emilie Voight From:antoine page <@gmail.com> Sent:Wednesday, November 12, 2025 7:30 PM To:Amáda Márquez Simula; Connie Buesgens; Laurel Deneen; Rachel James; Justice Spriggs; Emilie Voight Subject:Don’t push adults back to smoking – reject the ban Dear Council Members, I am deeply concerned that this ordinance would remove products that have helped many adults stay away from cigareƩes. Flavored and reduced-harm alternaƟves are not the problem—they are part of the soluƟon. By banning these products, we risk reversing years of progress in tobacco harm reducƟon and pushing people back toward smoking. Please support adult choice and proven public health strategies by voƟng NO on Ordinance 1720. Antoine page Columbia Heights 55421 (651) 703-2767 Sent from my iPhone 229 Item 12. 1 Emilie Voight From:Fay Wegener <@icloud.com> Sent:Wednesday, November 19, 2025 3:28 PM To:Amáda Márquez Simula; Connie Buesgens; Laurel Deneen; Rachel James; Justice Spriggs; Emilie Voight Subject:This ban ignores science and harm reduction Dear Columbia Heights Council, Adults who use flavored or reduced-harm products are not the problem. We follow the law, shop locally, and want to make responsible decisions for our health. This ban would take away products that are proven to help adults avoid cigareƩes and could drive them back to smoking. Please support health-focused policies, not harmful restricƟons. Vote NO on Ordinance 1720. Ashley Wegener Columbia Heights 55421 (303) 570-8769 Sent from my iPhone 230 Item 12. 1 Emilie Voight From:Fay Wegener <@icloud.com> Sent:Wednesday, November 19, 2025 3:30 PM To:Amáda Márquez Simula; Connie Buesgens; Laurel Deneen; Rachel James; Justice Spriggs; Emilie Voight Subject:Adults deserve choices – vote NO on these restrictions Council Members, Other nearby ciƟes allow these products, which means this ban will not reduce access—it will just move business across city lines. The result will be lost revenue, job cuts, and more adult smokers. I ask that you stand up for local fairness, economic stability, and public health by voƟng NO on Ordinance 1720. Chris Carrigan Columbia Heights 55421 (320) 310-2407 Sent from my iPhone 231 Item 12. 232 Item 12. 233 Item 12. 234 Item 12. 235 Item 12. 1 Emilie Voight From:Robert Kison <@gmail.com> Sent:Wednesday, November 19, 2025 3:30 PM To:Amáda Márquez Simula; Connie Buesgens; Laurel Deneen; Rachel James; Justice Spriggs; Emilie Voight Subject:Allow self-service humidors for premium cigars Hello City Council, Why is the ordinance removing self-service access for adult cigar customers? In a 21+ smoke shop, there is no youth exposure or risk. Premium cigars are a niche, high-quality product, and customers expect to choose them directly from the humidor. Please respect adult choice and keep self-service for premium cigars in licensed smoke shops. Robert carrigan Columbia Heights 55421 (763) 843-6769 236 Item 12. 1 Emilie Voight From:Shawna Shykes <@gmail.com> Sent:Wednesday, November 12, 2025 11:26 AM To:Amáda Márquez Simula; Connie Buesgens; Laurel Deneen; Rachel James; Justice Spriggs; Emilie Voight Subject:Banning flavors won’t protect health – it will make it worse Hello Council, Adults should be trusted to make their own decisions about legal products. This ordinance does not address youth access—it only takes options away from adults and hurts compliant retailers. Let’s focus on targeted education and enforcement instead. Please vote NO on Ordinance 1720. Shawna Lee shykes Columbia Heights 55421 (612) 802-4743 237 Item 12. 1 Emilie Voight From:Jeanne Weigum <@ansrmn.org> Sent:Saturday, November 22, 2025 8:15 AM To:Amáda Márquez Simula; Laurel Deneen; Connie Buesgens; Rachel James; Justice Spriggs; Aaron Chirpich; Emilie Voight Subject:Vote on tobacco ordinance The final vote on your tobacco ordinance is Monday. We know you have had a vast amount of input and that this is very thoughtfully crafted to meet your community’s needs. We are impressed with the deliberate approach you have taken and are pleased that your ordinance puts health before profits. We would like to suggest you consider having your implementation date not exceed one year. We are unaware of any ordinance that has had quite such a long implementation timeline. Retailers' concern that they needed time to get rid of existing inventory seems unfounded as it is highly unlikely that they have inventory on the shelf that is that old. On the contrary, during the next 18 months they would undoubtedly be restocked numerous times. We hope you will consider moving the implementation date to 12 months rather than the proposed 18 months. -- Jeanne Weigum, President Association for Nonsmokers - MN If you want your voice heard, you must speak. 238 Item 12. 1 Emilie Voight From:Sara Ion Sent:Friday, November 21, 2025 8:59 AM To:Aaron Chirpich; Emilie Voight; Mitchell Forney Subject:Fw: Commercial Tobacco Ordinance Follow-Up Attachments:final-report-cigarette-sales-flavor-bans-and-business-05.23.23-md (1).pdf Mayor and Council (blind copied): Please see attached correspondence and email below from Councilmember Spriggs. Best, Sara From: Justice Spriggs <@columbiaheightsmn.gov> Sent: Friday, November 21, 2025 8:54 AM To: Sara Ion <@columbiaheightsmn.gov> Cc: Aaron Chirpich <@columbiaheightsmn.gov> Subject: Fw: Commercial Tobacco Ordinance Follow-Up Good morning, Sara, I got this email and study sent to me from ANSR regarding the commercial tobacco ordinance, please forward to the rest of the council when you are able. Best, Justice Justice Spriggs, M.D. (he/him) I Councilmember - City of Columbia Heights 3989 Central Ave NE, Columbia Heights, MN, 55421 Email: @columbiaheightsmn.gov Direct: 763-706-3617 I Main: 763-706-3600 http://columbiaheightsmn.gov Sign up for CodeRED Alerts for the City of Columbia Heights here. Follow the City of Columbia Heights on Social Media! Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube From: Molly Schmidtke <@ansrmn.org> Sent: Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:41 PM To: Justice Spriggs <@columbiaheightsmn.gov> Subject: Commercial Tobacco Ordinance Follow-Up 239 Item 12. 2  This message contains an attachment, shared file or folder from someone outside of our organization. Please ensure you trust the person sending this message and you're expecting to receive an attachment. Please contact the IT Department if you have any suspicions. Council Member Spriggs, I wanted to reach out and thank you and your council on the commercial tobacco work you are doing in Columbia Heights. I have attended the last two meetings (and will attend on Monday) and wanted to share a study with you regarding flavors work and economic impact on retailers. From the last two meetings, this has been something that has come up a few times. A recent (2023) study out of Tobacconomics found a few things following their research on retail business trends in states that have comprehensive commercial tobacco policy: 1. Declines in cigarette sales do not adversely impact retailers 2. Ending the sale of flavored commercial tobacco products do not adversely impact retailers 3. Claims of significant negative impact of tobacco control policies that reduce demand for tobacco products are exaggerated. I have attached a PDF version of the report as well for your reference and to learn more. A lengthier implementation date remains workable, but it is not ideal. Retailers continue to position themselves as good actors and emphasize the potential negative impacts of this policy; however, those assertions are not fully supported by the available research. Again, thank you for your work on this issue. Passing this ordinance will support the residents of Columbia Heights and promote a positive community for all. Sincerely, Molly Schmidtke Molly Schmidtke, MPH, CHES® she/her Policy and Technical Assistance Manager Association for Nonsmokers - MN (ANSR) 2395 University Ave W. #310, Saint Paul, MN 55114 Office: 651-646-3005 Cell: 763-248-6101 www.ansrmn.org Give to the Max Day is November 20th this year! Help us help our community by donating here 240 Item 12. The Economic Effects of Cigarette Sales and Flavor Bans on Tobacco Retail Businesses John A. Tauras, Ph.D. University of Illinois Chicago National Bureau of Economic Research Frank J. Chaloupka, Ph.D. University of Illinois Chicago National Bureau of Economic Research June 7, 2023 Acknowledgements and Disclosures: This research was funded by Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids. We thank Carmen Esposito for excellent research assistance. Any opinions and conclusions expressed herein are those of the authors. 241 Item 12. 2 Abstract: This paper uses trend analyses to examine the relationship between cigarette sales and various measures of convenience store and tobacco store business in the United States, including cigarette sales revenue , number of convenience stores, and profits. It also examines trends in employment, wages, and number of stores following the implementation of tobacco product flavor bans. Key findings: • Declines in cigarette sales do not adversely impact retailers: o While cigarette sales have been declining in the United States, the number of convenience stores, inside total store sales revenues, cigarette sale revenues and profits have all generally increased. In fact, the total number of convenience stores and convenience store sales revenue was substantially higher in 2021 compared to 2006. Likewise, as cigarette sales have declined, the number of tobacco stores and tobacco -store sales revenues have increased. o Compared to other product categories we examined, cigarettes have the lowest profit margin for convenience stores, whereas food services have the highest profit margin. o Over time, cigarettes represent a declining share of convenience store revenues. • Bans on the sale of flavored tobacco products do not adversely impact retailers: o Several states have banned the sale of flavored tobacco products. Massachusetts was the first state in the US to ban the sale of all flavored tobacco products - flavored e-cigarettes in 2019 and menthol cigarettes and other flavored tobacco products in 2020. New York and Rhode Island banned the sale of flavored e-cigarettes in 2020. Data demonstrate that these flavor bans did not lead to any meaningful reduction in the number of convenience stores, tobacco stores or convenience store employees, nor did they reduce convenience store wages . Summary: Taken together, the data demonstrate that tobacco retail businesses have successfully adapted to changes in market conditions, including the implementation of tobacco product flavor bans. Claims of significant negative impact of tobacco control policies that reduce demand for tobacco products are exaggerated . 242 Item 12. 3 Introduction The federal government, numerous states, and many localities have implemented policies banning the sale of flavored tobacco products. The most comprehensive policies ban the sale of all flavored tobacco products without exemptions for certain flavors, products or retailers. In 2009, as part of the Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act, Congress banned characterizing flavors in cigarettes except for menthol. In February 2020, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) prioritized enfor cement against flavored cartridge/pod -based e-cigarette products, except for menthol and tobacco flavor. Massachusetts became the first state in the US to ban the sale of all flavored tobacco products - including menthol cigarettes and flavored e-cigarettes in 2019.1 The only exception to the Massachusetts law is that flavored tobacco products can still be sold at licensed smoking bars where consumption must occur on -site. Moreover, in 2020, New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island enacted bans on the sal e of flavored e- cigarettes. In January 2021, California banned nearly all flavored tobacco products; the only exemptions from the policy are loose leaf tobacco, premium cigars, and hookah tobacco. Other state flavor bans have been limited to specific prod ucts. There have been significant local level efforts to ban flavors in tobacco products. According to The Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, more than 365 localities had enacted laws restricting flavored tobacco sales in some manner, with more than 125 1 Massachusetts’ flavor ban became effective 11/27/2019 for e-cigarettes and 06/01/2020 for all other products. 243 Item 12. 4 localities prohibiting the sales of all flavored tobacco products, including menthol, without exception (CTFK, 2023). A common argument against implementing these laws includes concerns that these policies harm retailers who sell tobacco/vaping products. Th is argument is not new. Claims of adverse economic impacts to businesses, job losses, and reduced economic activity have been made about a variety of measures that affect the demand for tobacco products including tobacco taxes, smoke -free air laws, tobacco product display bans, tobacco product plain packaging policies, point -of-sale corrective statements, and others. A review of the literature from methodologically sound studies contradicts this claim, concluding that measures that affect the demand for tob acco products have either no negative economic impact or, in many cases, have positive economic effects (NCI/WHO, 2016). This report examines the relationship between cigarettes sales and several measures of convenience store and tobacco store business an d the effects of tobacco product flavor bans on various types of businesses . Trends in Cigarettes Sales and Measures of Convenience Store Business Using trend analyses, we first investigate the relationship between cigarette sales and several measures of convenience store and tobacco store business in the United States. Figures 1-8 investigate the relationship between cigarette sales and various measures of convenience store business. Data on cigarette sales are from the Federal Trade Commission and data on convenience stores come from yearly industry reports from Convenience Store News. Figures illustrating trends are presented and discussed below. Figures 9-10 investigate the relationship between cigarette sales and various 244 Item 12. 5 measures of tobacco store business. Data on cigarette sales are from the Federal Trade Commission and data on tobacco stores come from the United States Census Bureau’s Economic Census. Figure 1 shows data on overall cigarette sales (total number of cigarettes sold) and the total number of convenience stores in the United States. Cigarette sales have been declining steadily over time for a variety of reasons, including various policy measures aimed at reducing the demand for cigarettes. At the same time, the number of convenience stores has been generally rising over time, however, the number of stores declined slightly for the last few years of data (2018 -2021). The recent decline in stores is likely a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The pandemic had a significant effect on convenience stores as there was a significant increase in the number of people working from home or switching to hybrid schedules, a sharp decline in lei sure and business travel, a sharp decline in fuel demand as consumers stopped driving, an increase in costs as convenience stores needed to adhere to health and safety protocols and adopt new strategies and technologies such as contactless payments and cur bside pickup. All of these COVID-19 related changes took their toll on many convenience stores. Total cigarette sales and the number of convenience stores per million population shows a similar trend, see Appendix, Figure 15. 245 Item 12. 6 Figure 1 Figure 2 shows trends in cigarette sales and inflation -adjusted total sales revenue of convenience stores from 1996 through 2021. Convenience store sales revenue rose steadily while cigarette sales declined from 1996-2008. After 2008, there is considerable variability from year to year in revenues. This variability is not correlated with cigarette sales, but is instead likely to reflect a variety of other factors, particularly in overall changing economic activity, and of course, the COVID -19 pandemic. While there is some variability, total convenience store sales revenue is significantly higher in 2021 compared to 2006, despite the large decline in cigarettes sales over this period. Total cigarette sales and the inflation-adjusted total sales revenue per convenience store from 1996 through 2021 shows a similar trend, see Appendix, Figure 16 . 100,000 110,000 120,000 130,000 140,000 150,000 160,000 175 225 275 325 375 425 475 19 9 6 19 9 7 19 9 8 19 9 9 20 0 0 20 0 1 20 0 2 20 0 3 20 0 4 20 0 5 20 0 6 20 0 7 20 0 8 20 0 9 20 1 0 20 1 1 20 1 2 20 1 3 20 1 4 20 1 5 20 1 6 20 1 7 20 1 8 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 Nu m b e r o f C o n v e n i e n c e S t o r e s Bi l l i o n s o f C i g a r e t t e s Total Cigarette Sales and Number of Convenience Stores Cigarette Sales (billions of sticks)Stores 246 Item 12. 7 Figure 2 Figure 3 shows trends in cigarette sales and inflation-adjusted inside-store sales revenue. Inside-store sales revenue excludes revenue from convenien ce store fuel sales. Given that motor vehicle fuel sales account for a significant share of overall convenience store sales revenue, inside-store sales revenue provides a better indicator for trends over time because they exclude more volatile fuel sales r evenue. Inside-store sales revenues are rising over time while at the same time cigarette sales are declining steadily. Total cigarette sales and inflation-adjusted inside-sales revenue per convenience store show a similar trend, see Appendix, Figure 17. 275.0 375.0 475.0 575.0 675.0 775.0 875.0 175 225 275 325 375 425 475 1996 1998 2000 2002 2004 2006 2008 2010 2012 2014 2016 2018 2020 To t a l S a l e s ( 2 0 2 1 d o l l a r ) Bi l l i o n s o f C i g a r e t t e s Total Cigarette Sales and Total Convenience Store Sales Revenue Cigarette Sales (billions of sticks)Total Sales (billions 2021 dollar) 247 Item 12. 8 Figure 3 Figure 4 shows trends in cigarette sales and a measure of convenience store profitability (inflation-adjusted pre-tax income) over time. Pre-tax income is defined as total revenues, less expenses, and so is more representative of convenience store profits than sales revenue. From 1996-2009, pre-tax income is highly variable while overall cigarette sales are declining. The variability in pre-tax income over this time is likely tied to variability in overall economic activity, with income rising during economi c upswings and falling during economic downturns. From 2009-2021, pre-tax income is generally rising while at the same time overall cigarette sales are declining. Total cigarette sales and inflation-adjusted pre-tax income per store show a similar trend, see Appendix, Figure 18. 125.0 145.0 165.0 185.0 205.0 225.0 245.0 265.0 175 225 275 325 375 425 475 1996 1998 2000 2002 2004 2006 2008 2010 2012 2014 2016 2018 2020 In s i d e S t o r e S a l e s ( b i l l i o n s o f 2 0 2 1 d o l l a r s ) Bi l l i o n s o f C i g a r e t t e s Total Cigarette Sales and Inside Store Sales Revenue Cigarette Sales (billions of sticks)Inside Store Sales (billions 2021 dollar) 248 Item 12. 9 Figure 4 Figures 5 and 6 show sales revenue and profit margins for various convenience store products. Sales revenue is defined as the number of products sold multiplied by the price per unit sold. Sales revenue does not take into account the cost of goods sold (COGS). Profit margins, on the other hand, do take into consideration COGS. In particular, profit margins are defined as: (sales revenue – COGS)/sales revenue*100. Therefore, profit margins can be thought of as the fraction of the sales revenue a store retains for each product. Convenience stores are profit -maximizing organizations and have an incentive to sell higher margin products. The higher the profit margin, the greater the fraction of sales revenue the store retains from the sale of each product. Figure 5 shows inflation-adjusted sales revenues for products sold inside convenience stores from 2000-2021. Despite a steady decline in the number of cigarettes sold between 2000-2021, sales revenues from cigarettes over this time period are variable with general increases from 2000 to 2010, relative stability from 2010 - 2017, and slight declines 2017-2021. Sales of other tobacco products, wine and liquor, and food services are generally increasing over time while beer/malt beverage sales revenues are more constant over time with only a slight increase from 2000-2021. $3.85 $4.85 $5.85 $6.85 $7.85 $8.85 $9.85 $10.85 $11.85 175 225 275 325 375 425 475 1996 1998 2000 2002 2004 2006 2008 2010 2012 2014 2016 2018 2020 Pr e -Ta x P r o f i t ( b i l l i o n 2 0 2 1 d o l l a r ) Bi l l i o n s o f C i g a r e t t e s Cigarette Sales and Pre-Tax Profit Cigarette Sales (billions of sticks)Pre-Tax Profit (billion 2021 dollar) 249 Item 12. 10 Figure 5 Figure 6 shows profit margins for various products sold by convenience stores over time. Food services have the largest profit margin among the products that are graphed, consistently higher than 40% from 2000-2017 (data for 2018-2021 are not available). Cigarettes, on the other hand, have the lowest profit margins among the other convenience store products that are graphed including beer/malt liquor, wine and liquor, other tobacco products, and food service. Among the products that are graphed in Figure 6, the least profitable product sold by convenience stores is cigarettes, consistently generating the smallest fraction of revenue that a convenience store retains since year 2000. $0 $20,000 $40,000 $60,000 $80,000 20 0 0 20 0 1 20 0 2 20 0 3 20 0 4 20 0 5 20 0 6 20 0 7 20 0 8 20 0 9 20 1 0 20 1 1 20 1 2 20 1 3 20 1 4 20 1 5 20 1 6 20 1 7 20 1 8 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 Mi l l i o n s ( 2 0 2 1 d o l l a r ) Sales Revenue for Various Convenience Store Products Cigarette Sales (Millions 2021 dollar) Other Tobacco Product Sales (Millions 2021 dollar) Beer/malt beverage Sales (Millions 2021 dollar) Wine and Liquor Sales (Millions 2021 dollar) Food Service (Millions 2021 dollar) 250 Item 12. 11 Figure 6 Figure 7 shows the fraction of total sales revenue that cigarettes, other tobacco products, and all other non-tobacco products generate in convenience stores. The fraction of total sales revenue generated by cigarettes decreased from 15.3% in 2001 to approximately 10% in 2006. While the fraction of total sales revenue generated by cigarettes was quite variable between 2006-2021, by 2021 it was virtually identical to the 2006 value. On the other hand, the frac tion of total sales revenue that other tobacco products generate has generally increased from 0.6% in 2000 to 3.7% in 2020 before declining to 3.2% in 2021. The fraction of total sales revenue that non -tobacco products generate for convenience stores incr eased from 83.7% in 2000 to 90.9% in 2008 and then declined slightly to 86.8% by 2021 . 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 20 0 0 20 0 1 20 0 2 20 0 3 20 0 4 20 0 5 20 0 6 20 0 7 20 0 8 20 0 9 20 1 0 20 1 1 20 1 2 20 1 3 20 1 4 20 1 5 20 1 6 20 1 7 20 1 8 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 Pr o f i t M a r g i n ( P e r c e n t ) Profit Margins for Various Convenience Store Products Cigarette Profit Margin Othe Tobacco Product Profit Margin Beer/Malt liquor Profit Margin Wine and liquor margin Food Service Profit Margin 251 Item 12. 12 Figure 7 Figure 8 shows the fraction of inside-sales revenue that cigarettes, other tobacco products, and all other non-tobacco products generate. Given that motor vehicle fuel sales account for a significant share of overall convenience store sales revenue, inside - store sales revenue provides a better indicator for trends over time because they exclude more volatile fuel sales revenues. A more consistent downward pattern is found for the fraction of inside-sales revenues that cigarettes generate. The fraction of inside -sales revenue generated by cigarettes has decreased from 38.7% in 2001 to approximately 25.9% in 2021. A consistent upward pattern is fo und for the fraction of inside-sales revenues that other tobacco products generate. The fraction of inside-sales revenue generated by other tobacco products has increased from 1.5% in 2001 to 8.1% in 2021. The fraction of inside-sales revenue that non-tobacco products generate for convenience stores increased from 58.64% in 2000 to 65.97% in 2021 . 0 20 40 60 80 100 20 0 0 20 0 1 20 0 2 20 0 3 20 0 4 20 0 5 20 0 6 20 0 7 20 0 8 20 0 9 20 1 0 20 1 1 20 1 2 20 1 3 20 1 4 20 1 5 20 1 6 20 1 7 20 1 8 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 Pe r c e n t o f T o t a l S a l e s R e v e n u e Cigarette and Other Tobacco Product Sales Revenue as a Fraction of Total Sales Revenue Cigarette Sales Revenue as a Fraction of Total Sales Revenue (2021 dollar) Other Tobacco Sales Revenue as a Fraction of Total Sales Revenue (2021 dollar) All Other Products as a Fraction of Total Sales Revenue (2021 dollar) 252 Item 12. 13 Figure 8 While the simple trend analyses presented above are not definitive, they are consistent with the findings that public policies that decrease cigarette sales do not adversely impact convenience stores. These trend data suggest that convenience stores successfully adapt to changes in market conditions, including the implementation of measures that affect the demand for tobacco products . Trends in Cigarettes Sales and Measures of Tobacco Store Business As discussed above, given a larger reliance on tobacco sales, tobacco stores could be more impacted by policies that affect the demand for tobacco than convenience stores. We use data from the Census Bureau’s Economic Census to examine the relationship between tobacco sales and several measures of tobacco store business. Tobacco stores are defined as establishments primarily engaged in retailing cigarettes, cigars, tobacco, pipes, and other smokers’ supplies. Tobacco stores do not include vape shops. In Figure 9 we show data on overall cigarette sales and the total number of -10 10 30 50 70 20 0 0 20 0 1 20 0 2 20 0 3 20 0 4 20 0 5 20 0 6 20 0 7 20 0 8 20 0 9 20 1 0 20 1 1 20 1 2 20 1 3 20 1 4 20 1 5 20 1 6 20 1 7 20 1 8 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 Pe r c e n t o f I n s i d e S a l e s Cigarette and Other Tobacco Product Sales Revenue as a Fraction of Inside Sales Revenue Cigarette Sales Revenue as a Fraction of Inside Sales Revenue (2021 dollar) Other Tobacco Sales Revenue as a Fraction of Inside Sales Revenue (2021 dollar) All Other Products as a Fraction of Inside Sales Revenue (2021 dollar) 253 Item 12. 14 tobacco stores from the five most recent Economic Censuses (from 1997 through 2017).2 As we reported above, cigarette sales have been declining steadily over this time period, while at the same time the recent Economic Census data show that the number of tobacco stores has been rising. Total cigarette sales and the number of tobacco stor es per million population shows a similar trend, see Appendix, Figure 19. Figure 9 Using data from the five most recent Economic Censuses, Figure 10 shows trends in cigarette sales and inflation-adjusted total dollar sales revenue of tobacco stores (in 2021 dollars). Overall tobacco store sales revenues have been rising over time, despite the steady decline in overall cigarette sales. During the same time period, sales revenue per store has generally declined over time, paralleling the decline in over all cigarette sales. See Appendix, Figure 20. The downward trend in sales per tobacco store likely reflects the increased saturation of the market, with the number of stores rising overall and in per-capita terms, despite the long-term downward trend in smoking in the US. The increase in the number of tobacco stores over time, even as sales revenue per store 2 Data from the 2022 Economic Census will not be available until March 2024. 3,500 4,500 5,500 6,500 7,500 8,500 9,500 10,500 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 1997 2002 2007 2012 2017 Nu m b e r o f S t o r e s Bi l l i o n S t i c k s Total Cigarette Sales and Number of Tobacco Stores Cigarette Sales, Billion Sticks Tobacco Stores 254 Item 12. 15 has fallen, suggests that tobacco stores are still generally profitable, despite reductions in overall cigarette demand. Figure 10 Impact of Flavored Tobacco Product Bans on the Tobacco Retail Industry Despite claims that tobacco flavor bans will cause companies to go out of business and employees to lose their jobs, there is very little scientific evidence on this topic. A report by the Johns Hopkins University summarizes the economic arguments as to why a ban on flavored tobacco products would have a very limited impact on businesses (Institute for Global Tobacco Control, 2020). First, a majority of retailers selling flavored tobacco products do not rely on these products as their only or primary source of their revenue. Second, consumers are likely to spend money previously spent on flavored tobacco products on other purchases, including other non -flavored tobacco products and other goods and services. Finally, workers and other resources that were once used in the supply and sale of flavored products will likely be redirected to other sectors or other jobs. The report suggests that adult -only vape shops might be more $4.50 $5.50 $6.50 $7.50 $8.50 $9.50 $10.50 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 1997 2002 2007 2012 2017 Bi l l i o n 2 0 2 1 D o l l a r s Bi l l i o n S t i c k s Total Cigarette Sales and Tobacco Stores, Total Sales Cigarette Sales, Billion Sticks Total Sales, 2021 Dollars 255 Item 12. 16 impacted by a vaping flavor ban than other businesses but suggested that these types of specialized retailers could likely modify their product offerings to drop flavors products and add other products such that there would be little to no impact on the number of businesses and workers they employ. Tobacco flavor bans have been found to decrease tobacco demand through increased tobacco cessation and decreased tobacco initiation (Chaloupka 2020; USDHHS 2020). As noted previously, research has demonstrated that measures that affect the demand for tobacco products have either no negative eco nomic impact or, in many cases, have positive economic effects (NCI/WHO, 2016). We graphically examine trends in employment, wages, and number of establishments in Massachusetts and all neighboring states for the period first quarter 2018 through the four th quarter 2021. Massachusetts and its surrounding states are ideal states to investigate the effects of flavor bans as Massachusetts’ flavor ban on e -cigarettes went into effect on 11/27/2019 and its ban on other flavored tobacco products (including me nthol cigarettes) went into effect on 6/1/2020. Moreover, New York’s flavor ban on e-cigarettes went into effect on 5/18/2020 and Rhode Island’s flavor ban on e -cigarettes went into effect on 3/26/2020. Finally, Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Vermont did not enact a flavor ban on tobacco during this time period. In our analyses, we investigate trends in establishments, employment, and wages for the following types of businesses: convenience stores; gas stations with convenience stores; tobacco stores; t obacco product and electronic cigarette merchandise wholesalers. These analyses do not isolate the impact of the COVID-19 impact, which as previously described, significantly impacted convenience stores. Figure 11 shows the number of convenience stores in each state from the first quarter 2018 through the fourth quarter 2021. Overall, in states that had some sort of 256 Item 12. 17 flavor restriction, the number of convenience stores increased immediately after the policy went into effect, while in the states without a fl avor policy, there were minimal changes. Specifically, following the ban on flavored e-cigarettes during the fourth quarter of 2019, the number of convenience stores in Massachusetts increased for four straight quarters and after the ban on flavored cigar ettes during the second quarter 2020 the number of convenience stores continued to increase for an additional two quarters before declining slightly through the third quarter 2021 and then rising slightly again in the fourth quarter 2021. Similarly, in Ne w York, following the ban on flavored e-cigarettes during the second quarter of 2020, the number of convenience stores increased for six straight quarters. By the fourth quarter 2021, New York had the highest number of convenience stores over the entire t ime period we examined. Following the ban on flavored e-cigarettes in Rhode Island, the number of convenience stores increased as well, from the first quarter 2020 (when the ban went into effect) to the fourth quarter 2021. Comparing these results to stat es that did not enact a flavor ban during this time period: Vermont experienced a decline in the number of convenience stores from the fourth quarter 2019 to the fourth quarter 2021 while New Hampshire and Connecticut experience slight increases in the nu mber of convenience stores. The number of gas stations with convenience stores remained steady in both the states that enacted flavor bans and those that did not for the period 2018 -2021. See Appendix, Figure 21. 257 Item 12. 18 Figure 11 Figure 12 shows the number of tobacco retail stores in each state from the first quarter 2018 through the fourth quarter 2021. The number of tobacco retail stores in Massachusetts and New York slightly declined following policy implementation, while in Rhode Island and in states without a policy, the number of tobacco retail stores increased slightly. Massachusetts experienced a slight decline in the number of tobacco stores in the two quarters following the fourth quarter 2019 when they enacted the ban on flavored e-cigarettes, but they experienced a slight increase in the number of tobacco stores in the two quarters following the second quarter 2020 when they enacted the ban on flavored cigarettes. Overall, the number of tobacco stores decreased between the fourth quarter 2019 when the first ban went into effect and the fourth quarter 2021. Similarly, New York experienced a slight decline in tobacco stores from the second quarter 2020 when the e-cigarette flavor ban went into effect to the fourth quarter 2021. 50 550 1050 1550 2050 2550 3050 3550 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 2019 2020 2020 2020 2020 2021 2021 2021 2021 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Number of Establishments per Quarter in the Convenience Store Industry CT MA NH NY RI VT 258 Item 12. 19 Rhode Island experienced a gain in tobacco stores from the first quarter 2020 when the e-cigarette flavor ban went into effect to the fourth quarter 2021. Comparing these results to states that did not enact a flavor ban during this time period: Vermont, New Hampshire, and Connecticut experienced slight increases in the number of tobacco stores between the fourth quarter 2019 and the fourth quarter 2021. The number of tobacco product and electronic cigarette merchandise wholesalers remained relatively steady in bot h states that enacted flavor bans and those that did not. See Appendix, Figure 22. Figure 12 Figure 13 shows the number of employees working in convenience stores in each state from the first quarter 2018 through the fourth quarter 2021. Employment trends were also mixed, with a slight decline in Massachusetts, slight increase in Rhode Island, and a massive increase in New York after their policies went into effect. In states that did not enact a policy change, employment declined in Connecticut and Vermont and 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 2019 2020 2020 2020 2020 2021 2021 2021 2021 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Number of Establishments per Quarter in the Tobacco Retail Industry CT MA NH NY RI VT 259 Item 12. 20 increased in New Hampshire. In Massachusetts, the number employees working in convenience stores decreased for one quarter following the e-cigarette flavor ban, but then increased over two quarters after the ban on flavored cigarettes went into effect. Overall, the number of employees working in convenience stores in Massachusetts declined slightly between the fourth quarter 2019 and the fourth quarter 2021, but it is difficult to isolate the impact of the COVID -19 impact from these findings. Unlike the decline in Massachusetts, New York experienced large gains in convenience store employees following the flavor ban on e-cigarettes. The number of employees increased from 11,945 during the second quarter 2020 to 14,453 by the fourth quarter 2021. There was also a slight increase in the number of employees working in convenience stores in Rhode Island from 1,105 during the first quarter 2020 (when the ban went into effect) to 1,122 by the fourth quarter 2021. Comparing these results to states that did not enact a flavor ban during this time period: Connecticut and Vermont both experienced decl ines in the number of employees working in convenience stores between the fourth quarter 2019 as the fourth quarter 2021, whereas New Hampshire experienced a slight gain in employment. 260 Item 12. 21 Figure 13 The trends in number of employees working in gas stations with convenience stores in each state for the first quarter 2018 through the fourth quarter 2021 is very similar to the trends in the number of employees working in convenience stores, except there is a slight decrease (not increase) in the number of employees working in gas stations with convenience stores in New Hampshire between the fourth quarter 2019 and the fourth quarter 2021. The trends can be seen in Figure 23 of the Appendix. In states that enacted flavor bans (MA, NY, and RI), the numbe r of employees working in tobacco stores was higher in the fourth quarter 2021 than in the quarter that the flavor ban was enacted. Comparing these results to states that did not enact a flavor ban during this time period: Connecticut and New Hampshire experienced slight increases in the number of tobacco store employees between the fourth quarter 2019 and the fourth quarter 2021, whereas Vermont experienced a slight decline in employees over this time period. See Appendix, Figure 24. 0 2000 4000 6000 8000 10000 12000 14000 16000 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 2019 2020 2020 2020 2020 2021 2021 2021 2021 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Average Number of Employees per Quarter in the Convenience Store Industry CT MA NH NY RI VT 261 Item 12. 22 In states that enacted flavor bans (MA, NY, and RI), there was a small decrease in the number of employees working for tobacco wholesalers from the quarter that the flavor ban was enacted to the fourth quarter 2021. This pattern is consistent with tobacco wholesaler employment in states that did not enact flavor bans with the exception of Connecticut which saw an increase of five employees between the fourth quarter 2019 and the fourth quarter 2021. See Appendix, Figure 25. Figure 14 shows the real weekly wages (in 2022 3Q dol lars) for convenience store employees in each state from the first quarter 2018 through the fourth quarter 2021. The estimated wages for each state are more variable than the number of establishments or employees. In Massachusetts, the average real weekly wage of convenience store workers increased from $584.45 in the third quarter 2019 (before the e -cigarette flavor ban) to a high of $638.74 in the second quarter of 2020 (the quarter the cigarette flavor ban was enacted). There was a subsequent decline in average weekly wages through the second quarter 2021 before increasing slightly in the third and fourth quarter 2021. In New York, the average real weekly wage increased after the enactment of the e -cigarette flavor ban. The weekly wages in New York bet ween the second quarter 2020 (when the ban went into effect) and the fourth quarter of 2021 increased from $551.04 to $565.56. Rhode Island saw among the most variability in real weekly wages. The average real weekly wage among convenience store employees in Rhode Island increased for two straight quarters following the enactment of the e -cigarette flavor ban and then large fluctuations in wages ensued. In the end, the real wages Rhode Island convenience store workers earned in the fourth quarter 2021 were larger than the real wages they earned before the enactment of the ban. Comparing these results to states that did not enact a flavor ban during this time period, the real weekly wage rate generally increased for 262 Item 12. 23 employees working in convenience stores in Connecticut, Vermont, and New Hampshire between the fourth quarter 2019 and the fourth quarter 2021 . Figure 14 Following the enactment of flavor bans in Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island, the real weekly wages for employees of gas stations with convenience stores increased. A similar pattern of real wage growth between the fourth quarter 2019 and the fourth quarter 2021 in Vermont, New Hampshire, and Connecticut – states that did not enact a flavor ban. See Appendix, Figure 26. In Massachusetts and Rhode Island, there was a substantial increase in real wages for tobacco store employees following the enactment of flavor bans, but New York experienced a small decrease in real wages for tobacco store employees following the enactment of the e-cigarette flavor ban. The real weekly wages in states that did not enact a ban generally rose over this time period. See Appendix, Figure 27. $300.00 $350.00 $400.00 $450.00 $500.00 $550.00 $600.00 $650.00 $700.00 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 2019 2020 2020 2020 2020 2021 2021 2021 2021 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Average Weekly Wage per Quarter in the Convenience Store Industry CT MA NH NY RI VT 263 Item 12. 24 Finally, in Massachusetts and New York, real wages for tobacco wholesale employees were higher in the fourth quarter 2021 than the quarter when e -cigarette flavor bans went into effect in each state. However, the real weekly wage in Rhode Island decreased slightly between the first quarter 2020 (when ban became effective) to the fourth quarter 2021. The real weekly wages for employees working for tobacco product and electronic cigarette merchandise wholesalers in New Hampshire, Vermont, and Connecticut generally rose from the fourth quarter 2019 to the fourth quarter 2021. See Appendix, Figure 28. To summarize, the trend analyses presented above are consistent with the findings that tobacco flavor bans do not adversely impact convenience store, gas station with convenient store, tobacco store, and tobacco wholesaler’s businesses. The trend data suggest that convenience stores, gas stations with convenience stores, tobacco stores, and tobacco wholesalers successfully adapt to changes in market conditions, including the implementation of flavor bans on tobacco products . Conclusion This report seeks to understand the actual impact of reduced demand for cigarettes and flavored tobacco products on key measures of the tobacco retail business. Empirical evidence from peer-reviewed journals and various measures of retail business trends demonstrate that measures that reduce demand for cigarettes and reduce cigarette consumption do not adversely impact convenience store and other tobacco retail business. Claims that tobacco control measures that reduce cigarette consumption will have a devastating economic impact are greatly overstated. More specifically, data show that any proclaimed negative economic impact resulting from tobacco flavor bans are also exaggerated. In this report, we graphically 264 Item 12. 25 examined trends in employment, wages, and number of establishments in Massachusetts and all neighboring states for the period first quarter 2018 through the fourth quarter 2021. The trend analyses presented above are consistent with the finding that tobacco flavor bans do not adversely impact convenience stores, gas stations with convenient stores, tobacco stores, and tobacco wholesaler’s businesses. The trend data suggest that these businesses successfully adapt to changes in market conditions, including the implementation of flavor bans on tobac co products. 265 Item 12. 26 References Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids, States and Localities That Have Restricted the Sale of Flavored Tobacco Products,” March 2023 https://www.tobaccofreekids.org/assets/factsheets/0398.pd f Chaloupka, F.J. Potential Effects on Tobacco Tax Revenues of a Ban on the Sale of Flavored Tobacco Products, University of Illinois at Chicago, 2020. Institute for Global Tobacco Control. State of the Evidence: Fla vored Tobacco Product Bans or Restrictions. January 2020. Available at: https://www.globaltobaccocontrol.org/resources/flavorreportsummary. National Cancer Institute and World Health Organization (2016). The Economics of Tobacco and Tobacco Control – NCI Tobacco Control Monograph 21. Bethesda MD and Geneva CH: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health, National Cancer Institute, and World Health Organization. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Smoking Cessa tion. A Report of the Surgeon General. Atlanta, GA: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Office on Smoking and Health, 2020 Appendix 266 Item 12. 27 Figure 15 Figure 16 385 405 425 445 465 485 175 225 275 325 375 425 475 19 9 6 19 9 7 19 9 8 19 9 9 20 0 0 20 0 1 20 0 2 20 0 3 20 0 4 20 0 5 20 0 6 20 0 7 20 0 8 20 0 9 20 1 0 20 1 1 20 1 2 20 1 3 20 1 4 20 1 5 20 1 6 20 1 7 20 1 8 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 Bi l l i o n s o f C i g a r e t t e s Total Cigarette Sales and Number of Convenience Stores per Million Population $2,500,000 $3,000,000 $3,500,000 $4,000,000 $4,500,000 $5,000,000 $5,500,000 $6,000,000 175 225 275 325 375 425 475 19 9 6 19 9 7 19 9 8 19 9 9 20 0 0 20 0 1 20 0 2 20 0 3 20 0 4 20 0 5 20 0 6 20 0 7 20 0 8 20 0 9 20 1 0 20 1 1 20 1 2 20 1 3 20 1 4 20 1 5 20 1 6 20 1 7 20 1 8 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 To t a l S a l e s p e r S t o r e 2 0 2 1 d o l l a r Bi l l i o n s o f C i g a r e t t e s Total Cigarette Sales and Total Sales Per Store Cigarette Sales (billions of sticks)Total Sales per Store (2021 dollar) 267 Item 12. 28 Figure 17 Figure 18 1,200,000 1,300,000 1,400,000 1,500,000 1,600,000 1,700,000 1,800,000 175 225 275 325 375 425 475 19 9 6 19 9 7 19 9 8 19 9 9 20 0 0 20 0 1 20 0 2 20 0 3 20 0 4 20 0 5 20 0 6 20 0 7 20 0 8 20 0 9 20 1 0 20 1 1 20 1 2 20 1 3 20 1 4 20 1 5 20 1 6 20 1 7 20 1 8 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 In s i d e S t o r e S a l e s P e r S t o r e ( 2 0 2 1 d o l l a r ) Bi l l i o n s o f C i g a r e t t e s Cigarette Sales and Inside Store Sales Revenue per Store Cigarette Sales (billions of sticks)Inside Store Sales per Store (2021 dollar) $28,000 $33,000 $38,000 $43,000 $48,000 $53,000 $58,000 $63,000 $68,000 $73,000 $78,000 175 225 275 325 375 425 475 19 9 6 19 9 7 19 9 8 19 9 9 20 0 0 20 0 1 20 0 2 20 0 3 20 0 4 20 0 5 20 0 6 20 0 7 20 0 8 20 0 9 20 1 0 20 1 1 20 1 2 20 1 3 20 1 4 20 1 5 20 1 6 20 1 7 20 1 8 20 1 9 20 2 0 20 2 1 Pr e -Ta x P r o f i t p e r S t o r e ( 2 0 2 1 d o l l a r ) Bi l l i o n s o f C i g a r e t t e s Cigarette sales and Pre-Tax Profit Per Store Cigarette Sales (billions of sticks)Pre-Tax Profit Per Store (2021 dollar) 268 Item 12. 29 Figure 19 Figure 20 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 1997 2002 2007 2012 2017 Nu m b e r o f S t o r e s p e r M i l l i o n P o p u l a t i o n Bi l l i o n S t i c k s Total Cigarette Sales and Number of Tobacco Stores per Million Population Cigarette Sales, Billion Sticks Tobacco Stores $900,000 $1,000,000 $1,100,000 $1,200,000 $1,300,000 $1,400,000 $1,500,000 $1,600,000 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 1997 2002 2007 2012 2017 20 2 1 D o l l a r s Bi l l i o n S t i c k s Total Cigarette Sales and Tobacco Stores, Total Sales per Store Cigarette Sales, Billion Sticks Total Sales, 2021 Dollars 269 Item 12. 30 Figure 21 Figure 22 0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 2019 2020 2020 2020 2020 2021 2021 2021 2021 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Number of Establishments per Quarter in the Gas Station with Convenience Store Industry CT MA NH NY RI VT 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 2019 2020 2020 2020 2020 2021 2021 2021 2021 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Number of Establishments per Quarter in the Tobacco Wholesale Industry CT MA NH NY RI VT 270 Item 12. 31 Figure 23 *The Bureau of Labor Statistics withheld employment data for gas stations with convenience stores in Rhode Island for the third and fourth quarter 2021 to protect the identity of employers. Figure 24 0 5000 10000 15000 20000 25000 30000 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 2019 2020 2020 2020 2020 2021 2021 2021 2021 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Average Number of Employees per Quarter in the Gas Station with Convenience Store Industry CT MA NH NY RI VT 0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 2019 2020 2020 2020 2020 2021 2021 2021 2021 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Average Number of Employees per Quarter in the Tobacco Retail Industry CT MA NH NY RI VT 271 Item 12. 32 Figure 25 Figure 26 0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 2019 2020 2020 2020 2020 2021 2021 2021 2021 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Average Number of Employees per Quarter in the Tobacco Wholesale Industry CT MA NH NY RI VT $400.00 $450.00 $500.00 $550.00 $600.00 $650.00 $700.00 $750.00 $800.00 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 2019 2020 2020 2020 2020 2021 2021 2021 2021 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Average Weekly Wage per Quarter for the Gas Station with Convenience Store Industry CT MA NH NY RI VT 272 Item 12. 33 Figure 27 Figure 28 $400.00 $500.00 $600.00 $700.00 $800.00 $900.00 $1,000.00 $1,100.00 $1,200.00 $1,300.00 $1,400.00 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 2019 2020 2020 2020 2020 2021 2021 2021 2021 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Average Weekly Wages per Quarter in the Tobacco Retail Industry CT MA NH NY RI VT $- $500.00 $1,000.00 $1,500.00 $2,000.00 $2,500.00 $3,000.00 $3,500.00 $4,000.00 $4,500.00 2018 2018 2018 2018 2019 2019 2019 2019 2020 2020 2020 2020 2021 2021 2021 2021 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Average Weekly Wages Per Quarter in the Tobacco Wholesale Industry CT MA NH NY RI VT 273 Item 12. ITEM: Consideration of Resolution 2025-84, Approving a Fourth Amended Loan Agreement and Related Documents for the 4300 Central Avenue NE Redevelopment Site. DEPARTMENT: Community Development BY/DATE: CD Director / November 20, 2025 CORE CITY STRATEGIES: X Community that Grows with Purpose and Equity _High Quality Public Spaces _Safe, Accessible and Built for Everyone _Engaged, Effective and Forward-Thinking X Resilient and Prosperous Economy _Inclusive and Connected Community BACKGROUND In July 2021, the City partnered with Alatus LLC to acquire the priority redevelopment site at 4300 Central Avenue NE. To facilitate the acquisition and preparation of the property, the City provided a bridge loan that allowed Alatus to purchase the property, demolish the existing buildings, and complete environmental testing and clearance activities. To fund the loan, the City issued Taxable General Obligation Temporary Tax Increment Bonds, Series 2021A, in the amount of $5,935,000. In May 2023, the City extended the loan maturity date to December 15, 2023, to allow additional time for Alatus to secure permanent financing for Phase I of the project. When it became apparent that additional time was still needed, the City, working with its financial consultant Ehlers and legal counsel Kennedy & Graven, issued Taxable General Obligation Temporary Tax Increment Bonds, Series 2023A, in the amount of $6,615,000. The proceeds were used to refund the Series 2021A bonds and issue a new loan to Alatus, extending the repayment period. In July 2025, the City extended the loan maturity date to December 15 , 2025, to allow additional time for Alatus and the City to explore options for the payment of the Series 2023A bonds. The 2023A bonds are currently set to mature on February 1, 2026. SUMMARY OF CURRENT STATUS As the City approaches the 2026 bond maturity date, Alatus has not yet secured permanent financing and continues to work with the City to advance project planning. The City Council is expected to review the latest project concepts and discuss the proposed scope at its December 2025 work session. To allow additional time for Alatus to continue development activities and finalize permanent financing, staff are propos ing to reissue a new series of general obligation bonds in January 2026 to pay off the existing 2023A bonds and extend the loan term. As part of this process, the City must amend and restate the existing loan agreement with Alatus to align with the new bond issuance and updated repayment timeline. The amended loan agreement will maintain substantially the same terms as the prior agreement, with one notable change: the City will be issuing permanent bonds rather than temporary bonds, as has been done in previous cycles. The new loan to Alatus will extend through December 15, 2028. Interest payments will be covered by bond proceeds for the first three years; thereafter, repayment will either occur through Alatus’s CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA SECTION ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION MEETING DATE NOVEMBER 24, 2025 274 Item 13. City of Columbia Heights - Council Letter Page 2 permanent financing or, if that has not yet o ccurred, the City will be responsible for covering the bond payments. After approval of the amended and restated loan documents. The Council is then expected to authorize the bond sale at its December 8th meeting, with final bond approval anticipated at the first Council meeting in January 2026. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends approval of Resolution 2025-84, a resolution approving the amended and restated loan agreement with Alatus LLC, reflecting the continuation of the City’s interim financing structure through the issuance of new general obligation tax increment bonds. This amendment will provide the City and Alatus with the additional time needed to advance the development plans for the site and secure permanent financing for Phase I of the redevelopment project. RECOMMENDED MOTION(S): MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2025-84, there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to approve Resolution 2025-84, a resolution approving modification of certain terms of a loan from the City to Alatus Columbia Heights II LLC and approving forms of fourth amended and restated loan documents. ATTACHMENT(S) 1. Resolution 2025-84 2. Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Agreement 3. Fourth Amended and Restated Promissory Note 4. Fourth Amended and Restated Mortgage 275 Item 13. 4928-7037-6823.23 CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 2025-84 RESOLUTION APPROVING MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN TERMS OF A LOAN FROM THE CITY TO ALATUS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS II LLC AND APPROVING FORMS OF FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED LOAN DOCUMENTS BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council (the “City Council”) of the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota (the “City”) as follows: Section 1. Recitals. 1.01. In order to facilitate the acquisition by Alatus Columbia Heights II LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the “Borrower”), of certain property located at 4300 Central Avenue NE in the City (the “Property”), within the Alatus TIF District (the “TIF District”), a redevelopment district located within the Downtown Central Business Redevelopment Project in the City (the “Redevelopment Project”), the Borrower requested a bridge loan from the City to finance a portion of the purchase price of the Property, legal, closing, and other transaction costs associated therewith, costs of demolition, and costs associated with reports (collectively, the “Project Costs”), all of which are qualified public redevelopment costs reimbursable from tax increment under Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.174 through 469.1794, as amended (the “TIF Act”). 1.02. Pursuant to the terms and conditions of a Third Amended and Restated Loan Agreement, dated July 31, 2025, which amended and restated a Second Amended and Restated Loan Agreement, dated December 14, 2023, which amended and restated an Amended and Restated Loan Agreement, dated June 30, 2023, which amended and restated a Loan Agreement, dated July 29, 2021 (collectively, and as amended and restated, the “Loan Agreement”), each between the City and the Borrower, the City modified certain terms of a loan made to the Borrower in the sum of $7,635,000 (the “Loan”), from the proceeds of its Taxable General Obligation Temporary Tax Increment Refunding Bonds, Series 2023A (the “Series 2023A Bond”), dated December 14, 2023, issued by the City in the original aggregate principal amount of $6,615,000, which Series 2023A Bond refunded the Taxable General Obligation Temporary Tax Increment Bonds, Series 2021A (the “Series 2021A Bond”), dated July 29, 2021, issued by the City in the original aggregate principal amount of $5,935,000, to provide temporary financing for the Project Costs. 1.03. The Series 2023A Bond matures on February 1, 2026, and is subject to optional redemption on or after August 1, 2024. The principal of the Series 2023A Bond and interest thereon are payable primarily from tax increments resulting in increases in the taxable value of real property in the TIF District (the “Tax Increment Revenues”) and from the proceeds of definitive bonds to be issued prior to the maturity of the Series 2023A Bond, as set forth in the resolution adopted by the City Council on November 27, 2023, awarding the sale of the Series 2023A Bond (the “2023 Bond Resolution”). As provided in the Series 2023A Bond and the 2023 Bond Resolution, if the Series 2023A Bond cannot be paid at maturity from Tax Increment Revenues or from other funds appropriated by the City Council, the Series 2023A Bond must be paid from the proceeds of definitive bonds to be issued and sold prior to the maturity date of the Series 2023A Bond. 1.04. To evidence the Loan, the Borrower delivered to the City a Third Amended and Restated Promissory Note, dated July 31,2025, which amended and restated a Second Amended and Restated Promissory Note, dated December 14, 2023, which amended and restated an Amended and Restated 276 Item 13. 4928-7037-6823. 23 2 Promissory Note, dated June 30, 2023, which amended and restated a Promissory Note, dated July 29, 2021 (collectively, and as amended and restated, the “Note”), which Note is secured by a Third Amended and Restated Mortgage, dated July 31, 2025, which amended and restated a Second Amended and Restated Mortgage, dated December 14, 2023, which amended and restated an Amended and Restated Mortgage, dated June 30, 2023, which amended and restated a Mortgage, dated July 29, 2021 (collectively, and as amended and restated, the “Mortgage”), by the Borrower in favor of the City. 1.05 Section 2(a) of the Loan Agreement provides that the entire unpaid amount of principal of the Loan, plus interest equal to the amount of interest paid by the City in excess of the par amount of the Series 2023A Bond, if any, is due and payable on December 15, 2025 (the “Original Loan Payment Date”), unless prepaid earlier. The maturity date of the Note and the Mortgage, as set forth in such documents, is the Original Loan Payment Date (i.e., December 15, 2025). 1.06. The Borrower represented to the City that it anticipates repaying the Loan from proceeds of short-term financing, long-term mortgage financing, a bridge loan with a long-term take-out financing commitment, or a combination of the foregoing (the “Other Financing”), but that closing on the Other Financing has been delayed and is expected to occur after the Original Loan Payment Date of December 15, 2025 and the maturity date of the Series 2023A Bond of February 1, 2026. Accordingly, because the Series 2023A Bond cannot be paid at maturity, the City Council has determined to pay the Series 2023A Bond from the proceeds of definitive bonds that will be issued and sold pursuant a resolution to be adopted by the City Council of the City after the date hereof, awarding the sale of the City’s Taxable General Obligation Tax Increment Refunding Bonds, Series 2026A (the “Series 2026A Bond”). The Series 2026A Bond will refund the Series 2023A Bond, and thereby provide further refinancing for the Project Costs. The Borrower has requested that the Original Loan Payment Date be extended to December 15, 2028, which date substantially corresponds to the anticipated optional call date of the Series 2026A Bond. 1.07. The City is proposing to: (i) increase the principal amount of the Loan payable by the Borrower under the Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Documents (hereinafter defined) to $7,635,000, representing the principal amount of the Series 2026A Bond to be issued by the City, the proceeds of which will be used to redeem and prepay the Series 2023A Bond and to pay financing and other related costs with respect to the Series 2026A Bond, and (ii) extend the Original Loan Payment Date to December 15, 2028 (the “Modified Loan Payment Date”). 1.07.1.08. Forms of documents further modifying the Loan, including a Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Agreement, a Fourth Amended and Restated Promissory Note, and a Fourth Amended and Restated Mortgage (collectively, the “Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Documents”), have been prepared and are on file with the City. It is the intention of the City that the Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Documents will amend and restate the Loan Agreement, the Note, and the Mortgage (the “Original Loan Documents”) to extend the Original Loan Payment Date to December 15, 2028 (the “Modified Loan Payment Date”), and that the terms and conditions of the Original Loan Documents and any other document executed by the City in connection with the Loan and the Series 2023A Bond remain in full force and effect. Section 2. City Approval; Other Proceedings. 2.01. The City Council hereby approves: (i) the increase in the principal amount of the Loan payable by the Borrower to $7,635,000, representing the principal amount of the Series 2026A Bond to be issued by the City, the proceeds of which will be used to redeem and prepay the Series 2023A Bond and to pay financing and other related costs with respect to issuing the Series 2026A Bond, and thereby provide definitive refinancing for the Project Costs, and (ii) the extension of the Original Loan Payment Date to the Modified Loan Payment Date (i.e., a date not later than December 15, 2028), as set forth in the Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Documents. 277 Item 13. 4928-7037-6823. 23 3 2.02. The Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Documents as presented to the City Council are hereby in all respects approved, subject to modifications that do not alter the substance of the transaction and that are approved by the Mayor and the City Manager, provided that execution of the Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Documents to which the City is a party (the “City’s Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Documents”) by such officials shall be conclusive evidence of approval. 2.03. The Mayor and the City Manager are hereby authorized to execute on behalf of the City the City’s Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Documents, along with any documents referenced therein requiring execution by the City, and to carry out on behalf of the City its obligations thereunder. 2.04. City staff and consultants are authorized to take any actions necessary to carry out the intent of this resolution. (The remainder of this page is intentionally left blank.) 278 Item 13. 4928-7037-6823. 23 4 Approved this 24th day of November, 2025, by the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll Call: Amáda Márquez Simula, Mayor ATTEST: Sara Ion, City Clerk 279 Item 13. 1 First Draft Second Draft 11-24-2025/Execution Copy November 3, 2025 FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED LOAN AGREEMENT This Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Agreement is made this 8th day of December, 2025, between the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota, a home rule city organized under its Charter and the laws of the State of Minnesota (the “Lender” or the “City”), and Alatus Columbia Heights II LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the “Borrower”). WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, in order to facilitate the acquisition by the Borrower of certain property located at 4300 Central Avenue NE in the City (the “Property”), within the Alatus TIF District (the “TIF District”), a redevelopment district located within the Downtown Central Business Redevelopment Project in the City (the “Redevelopment Project”), the Borrower requested a bridge loan from the City to finance a portion of the purchase price of the Property, legal, closing, and other transaction costs associated therewith, costs of demolition, and costs associated with reports (collectively, the “Project Costs”), all of which are qualified public redevelopment costs reimbursable from tax increment under Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.174 through 469.1794, as amended (the “TIF Act”); and WHEREAS, pursuant to the terms and conditions of a Third Amended and Restated Loan Agreement, dated July 31, 2025, which amended and restated a Second Amended and Restated Loan Agreement, dated December 14, 2023, which amended and restated an Amended and Restated Loan Agreement, dated June 30, 2023, which amended and restated a Loan Agreement, dated July 29, 2021 (collectively, the “Original Loan Agreement”), each between the City and the Borrower, the City modified certain terms of a loan made to the Borrower in the sum of $6,615,000 (the “Loan”), from the proceeds of its Taxable General Obligation Temporary Tax Increment Refunding Bonds, Series 2023A (the “Series 2023A Bond”), dated December 14, 2023, issued by the City in the original aggregate principal amount of $6,615,000, which Series 2023A Bond refunded the Taxable General Obligation Temporary Tax Increment Bonds, Series 2021A (the “Series 2021A Bond”), dated July 29, 2021, issued by the City in the original aggregate principal amount of $5,935,000, to provide temporary financing for the Project Costs; and WHEREAS, the Series 2023A Bond matures on February 1, 2026, and is subject to optional redemption on or after August 1, 2024. The principal of the Series 2023A Bond and interest thereon are payable primarily from tax increments resulting in increases in the taxable value of real property in the TIF District (the “Tax Increment Revenues”) and from the proceeds of definitive bonds to be issued prior to the maturity of the Series 2023A Bond, as set forth in the 280 Item 13. 4920-0401-0103.23 2 resolution adopted by the City Council on November 27, 2023, awarding the sale of the Series 2023A Bond (the “2023 Bond Resolution”); and WHEREAS, as provided in the Series 2023A Bond and the 2023 Bond Resolution, if the Series 2023A Bond cannot be paid at maturity from Tax Increment Revenues or from other funds appropriated by the City Council, the Series 2023A Bond must be paid from the proceeds of definitive bonds to be issued and sold prior to the maturity date of the Series 2023A Bond; and WHEREAS, to evidence the Loan, the Borrower delivered to the City a Third Amended and Restated Promissory Note, dated July 31, 2025, which amended and restated a Second Amended and Restated Promissory Note, dated December 14, 2023, which amended and restated an Amended and Restated Promissory Note, dated June 30, 2023, which amended and restated a Promissory Note, dated July 29, 2021 (collectively, the “Original Note”), which Original Note is secured by a Third Amended and Restated Mortgage, dated July 31, 2025, which amended and restated a Second Amended and Restated Mortgage, dated December 14, 2023, which amended and restated an Amended and Restated Mortgage, dated June 30, 2023, which amended and restated a Mortgage, dated July 29, 2021 (collectively, the “Original Mortgage”), by the Borrower in favor of the City; and WHEREAS, Section 2(a) of the Original Loan Agreement provides that the entire unpaid amount of principal of the Loan, plus interest equal to the amount of interest paid by the City in excess of the par amount of the Series 2023A Bond, if any, is due and payable on December 15, 2025 (the “Original Loan Payment Date”), unless prepaid earlier. The maturity date of the Original Note and the Original Mortgage, as set forth in such documents, is the Original Loan Payment Date (i.e., December 15, 2025); and WHEREAS, Section 2(a) of the Original Loan Agreement also provides that the Columbia Heights Economic Development Authority (the “Authority”) and the Borrower (or an affiliate) must in good faith negotiate and work toward execution of a definitive Purchase and Redevelopment Contract (the “Contract”) as contemplated under the Preliminary Development Agreement (the “Preliminary Agreement”) with respect to the redevelopment of the Property for the construction of a mixed-use (multifamily residential and commercial) development thereon, which Contract must set forth the terms of reimbursement by the Authority to the Borrower of qualified redevelopment costs of the Redevelopment Project pursuant to the TIF Act; and WHEREAS, if the parties are unable to successfully negotiate and execute the Contract prior to the Original Loan Payment Date, then Section 2(a) of the Original Loan Agreement provides that the Borrower must convey title to the Property to the City in full satisfaction of the unpaid balance of the Loan and any interest thereon, at which time the Borrower will be released from the Original Loan Agreement, the Original Note and the Original Mortgage, and will have no further liability thereunder; and WHEREAS, the Borrower represented to the City that it anticipates repaying the Loan from proceeds of short-term financing, long-term mortgage financing, a bridge loan with a long- term take-out financing commitment, or a combination of the foregoing (the “Other Financing”), but that closing on the Other Financing has been delayed and is expected to occur after the 281 Item 13. 4920-0401-0103.23 3 Original Loan Payment Date of December 15, 2025 and the maturity date of the Series 2023A Bond of February 1, 2026. Accordingly, because the Series 2023A Bond cannot be paid at maturity, the City Council has determined to pay the Series 2023A Bond from the proceeds of definitive bonds that will be issued and sold pursuant a resolution to be adopted by the City Council of the City after the date hereof, awarding the sale of the City’s Taxable General Obligation Tax Increment Refunding Bonds, Series 2026A (the “Series 2026A Bond”). The Series 2026A Bond will refund the Series 2023A Bond, and thereby provide further refinancing for the Project Costs. The Borrower has requested that the Original Loan Payment Date be extended to December 15, 2028; and WHEREAS, to accommodate the Borrower, the City is proposing to extend the Original Loan Payment Date to a date not later than December 15, 2028, pursuant to this Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Agreement (the “Amended Loan Agreement”), a Fourth Amended and Restated Promissory Note of even date herewith (the “Amended Note”) from the Borrower to the City, and a Fourth Amended and Restated Mortgage of even date herewith (the “Amended Mortgage”) by the Borrower to the City (collectively, the “Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Documents”); and WHEREAS, on November 24, 2025, the City Council adopted a resolution approving the execution and delivery of the Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Documents with respect to the Loan and approved the proposed extension of the Original Loan Payment Date; and WHEREAS, in consideration for the Loan contemplated by this Amended Loan Agreement, which amends and restates the Original Loan Agreement (as amended and restated, the “Loan Agreement”), the terms of which Loan are hereby amended and restated, and repayment thereof on the Loan Payment Date (as defined in Section 2(a) hereof), the Borrower is executing and delivering this Loan Agreement to the Lender; and ACCORDINGLY, to induce the Lender to extend the Original Loan Payment Date, and for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto agree as follows: 1. The Loan Amount. Subject to and upon the terms and conditions of the Loan Agreement, the Loan made by the Lender to the Borrower from the proceeds of the Series 2021A Bond, which Series 2021A Bond was redeemed and prepaid on or about December 20, 2023 with the proceeds of the Series 2023A Bond, which Series 2023A Bond is proposed to be redeemed and prepaid on or before February 1, 2026 with the proceeds of the Series 2026A Bond, shall hereafter be in the principal sum of Seven Million Six Hundred Thirty Five Thousand and no/100ths Dollars ($7,635,000.00), plus interest equal to the amount of interest paid by the City in excess of the par amount of the Series 2023A Bond, and if such bond is no longer outstanding, plus interest equal to the amount of interest paid by the City in excess of the par amount of the Series 2026A Bond to be issued, if any. The Loan shall be evidenced by the Amended Note, which amends and restates the Original Note (as amended and restated, the “Note”). The Note shall be secured by the Amended Mortgage, which amends and restates the Original Mortgage (as amended and restated, the “Mortgage”). Any remaining proceeds of the Loan shall be disbursed in accordance with Section 3 hereof. 282 Item 13. 4920-0401-0103.23 4 In the event that the entire amount of the Loan is not disbursed to pay Project Costs (including without limitation any City Costs), any such unused proceeds of the Loan shall be credited as prepayment in part of the Loan and applied to the payment of debt service on the Series 2023A Bond. 2. Repayment of Loan. The Loan shall be repaid as follows: (a) The Original Loan Payment Date is hereby extended such that the entire unpaid amount of principal of the Loan of $7,615,000 6,615,000, plus interest equal to the amount of interest paid by the City in excess of the par amount of the Series 2023A Bond, and if such bond is no longer outstanding, plus interest equal to the amount of interest paid by the City in excess of the par amount of the Series 2026A Bond to be issued, if any, if any, shall be due and payable on December 15, 2028 (the “Loan Payment Date”), unless prepaid earlier; provided, however, that the Authority and the Borrower (or an affiliate) shall in good faith negotiate and work toward execution of a definitive Purchase and Redevelopment Contract (the “Contract”) as contemplated under the Preliminary Agreement, pursuant to which the parties shall negotiate the terms of reimbursement by the Authority to the Borrower of qualified redevelopment costs of the Redevelopment Project pursuant to the TIF Act. If the parties are unable to successfully negotiate and execute the Contract and the Borrower is unable to close on the Other Financing prior to the Loan Payment Date, then (i) the Borrower shall convey title to the Property to the Lender in full satisfaction of the unpaid balance of the Loan and any interest thereon; (ii) the Lender shall release the Borrower from this Loan Agreement, the Note, and the Mortgage; and (iii) the Borrower shall have no further liability under this Loan Agreement, the Note, or the Mortgage. (b) The Borrower may prepay the Loan, in whole or in part, on any date. 3. Disbursement of Loan Proceeds. (a) At closing on the Series 2021A Bond, the proceeds of the Loan allocated to City Costs shall be received by the City and disbursed to pay the City Costs when and as payable by the City. (b) As provided in the Escrow Agreement (as defined in the Original Loan Agreement), the proceeds of the Loan allocated to Project Costs, net of the City Costs, were wired to Title and held by Title and applied to payment of the Project Costs, net of City Costs, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Loan Agreement. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein, any excess of the Project Costs over any amount loaned by the City to the Borrower pursuant to the Loan Agreement, net of the City Costs, shall be the sole responsibility of the Borrower. (c) As set forth in the Original Loan Agreement, the final date of disbursement of the proceeds of the Loan to pay for Project Costs has passed, and therefore as of the date of this Amended Loan Agreement, no additional proceeds of the Loan shall be disbursed. 283 Item 13. 4920-0401-0103.23 5 4. No Business Subsidy. The parties agree and acknowledge that the Loan is not a business subsidy as defined in Minnesota Statutes, Section 116J.993, because the Loan is not provided at an interest rate below those rates commercially available to the Borrower. The parties hereby allocate the assistance provided by the City to the Borrower in the form of the Loan to the housing portion of the mixed-use development to be constructed on the Property, and equity of the Borrower to the commercial portion of such development. 5. Representations and Warranties. The Borrower represents and warrants to the Lender that: (a) The Borrower is duly authorized and empowered to execute, deliver, and perform this Loan Agreement, the Note, and the Mortgage, and to borrow money from the Lender. (b) The execution and delivery of this Loan Agreement, the Note, and the Mortgage, and the performance by the Borrower of its obligations hereunder and thereunder, do not and will not violate or conflict with any provision of law and do not and will not violate or conflict with, or cause any default or event of default to occur under, any agreement binding upon the Borrower. (c) The execution and delivery of this Loan Agreement, the Note, and the Mortgage have been duly approved by all necessary action of the Borrower, and this Loan Agreement, the Note, and the Mortgage have in fact been duly executed and delivered by the Borrower and constitutes its lawful and binding obligations, legally enforceable against it. (d) The Borrower warrants that it shall keep and maintain books, records, and other documents relating directly to the receipt and disbursements of Loan proceeds and that any duly authorized representative of the Lender shall, at all reasonable times, have access to and the right to inspect, copy, audit, and examine all such books, records, and other documents of the Borrower pertaining to the Loan until the completion of all closeout procedures and the final settlement and conclusion of all issues arising out of this Loan. (e) The Borrower warrants that it has fully complied with all applicable state and federal laws pertaining to its business and will continue to comply throughout the terms of this Loan Agreement, the Note, and the Mortgage. If at any time the Borrower receives notice of noncompliance from any governmental entity, the Borrower agrees to take any necessary action to comply with the state or federal law in question. (f) The Borrower warrants that it will use the proceeds of the Loan made by the Lender solely for Project Costs. 6. Event of Default by Borrower. The following shall be Events of Default under this Loan Agreement: (a) failure to pay any principal of or interest, if any, on the Loan when due; 284 Item 13. 4920-0401-0103.23 6 (b) any representation or warranty made by the Borrower herein or in any document, instrument, or certificate given in connection with this Loan Agreement, the Note, or the Mortgage is false when made; (c) the Borrower fails to pay its debts as they become due, makes an assignment for the benefit of its creditors, admits in writing its inability to pay its debts as they become due, files a petition under any chapter of the Federal Bankruptcy Code or any similar law, state or federal, now or hereafter existing, becomes “insolvent” as that term is generally defined under the Federal Bankruptcy Code, files an answer admitting insolvency or inability to pay its debts as they become due in any involuntary bankruptcy case commenced against it, or fails to obtain a dismissal of such case within sixty (60) days after its commencement or convert the case from one chapter of the Federal Bankruptcy Code to another chapter, or be the subject of an order for relief in such bankruptcy case, or be adjudged a bankrupt or insolvent, or has a custodian, trustee, or receiver appointed for, or has any court take jurisdiction of its property, or any part thereof, in any proceeding for the purpose of reorganization, arrangement, dissolution, or liquidation, and such custodian, trustee, or receiver is not discharged, or such jurisdiction is not relinquished, vacated, or stayed within sixty (60) days of the appointment; (d) a garnishment summons or writ of attachment is issued against or served upon the Lender for the attachment of any property of the Borrower in the Lender’s possession or any indebtedness owing to the Borrower, unless appropriate papers are filed by the Borrower contesting the same within thirty (30) days after the date of such service or such shorter period of time as may be reasonable in the circumstances; (e) the Borrower breaches or fails to perform any other term or condition of this Loan Agreement, the Note, or the Mortgage not specifically described as an Event of Default in this Loan Agreement, the Note, or the Mortgage and such breach or failure continues for a period of thirty (30) days after the Lender has given written notice to the Borrower specifying such default or breach, unless the Lender agrees in writing to an extension of such time prior to its expiration; provided, however, if the failure stated in the notice cannot be corrected within the applicable period, the Lender will not unreasonably withhold its consent to an extension of such time if corrective action is instituted by the Borrower within the applicable period and is being diligently pursued until the default is corrected, but no such extension shall be given for an Event of Default that can be cured by the payment of money (i.e., payment of taxes, insurance premiums, or other amounts required to be paid hereunder); (f) any breach by the Borrower of any other agreement between the Borrower and the Lender and/or the Authority. 7. Lender’s Remedies upon Borrower’s Default. Upon an Event of Default by the Borrower and after provision by the Lender of written notice, the Lender shall have the right to exercise any or all of the following remedies (and any other rights and remedies available to it); provided, however, that if the Lender exercises any of its remedies under this Section or any other 285 Item 13. 4920-0401-0103.23 7 rights or remedies available to it, then the Borrower may, in its sole discretion, elect to convey title to the Property to the Lender in full satisfaction of the unpaid balance of the Loan and any interest thereon, and in that event, the Lender shall release the Borrower from this Loan Agreement, the Note, and the Mortgage, and the Borrower shall have no further liability under this Loan Agreement, the Note, and the Mortgage: (a) declare the principal amount of the Loan and any accrued interest thereon, if any, to be immediately due and payable upon providing written notice to the Borrower; (b) suspend its performance under this Loan Agreement; (c) take any action provided for at law to enforce compliance by the Borrower with the terms of this Loan Agreement and the Note; (d) exercise its rights under the Mortgage. 8. Lender’s Costs of Enforcement of Agreement. If an Event of Default has occurred as provided herein, then upon demand by the Lender, the Borrower shall pay or reimburse the Lender for all expenses, including all attorneys’ fees and expenses incurred by Lender in connection with the enforcement of this Loan Agreement, the Note and the Mortgage, or in connection with the protection or enforcement of the interests and collateral security of the Lender in any litigation or bankruptcy or insolvency proceeding or in any action or proceeding relating in any way to the transactions contemplated by this Loan Agreement. No provision of this Loan Agreement shall require the Borrower to pay costs, expenses, or attorneys’ fees incurred by the Lender in excess of commercially reasonable amounts. 9. Indemnification. (a) The Borrower shall and does hereby agree to indemnify against and to hold the Lender, and its officers, agents, and employees, harmless of and from any and all liability, loss, or damage that it may incur under or by reason of the transactions contemplated by this Loan Agreement, and of and from any and all claims and demands whatsoever that may be asserted against the Lender by reason of any alleged obligations or undertakings on its part to perform or discharge any of the terms, covenants, or agreements contained herein, except to the extent that such liability, loss or damage is a result of the Lender’s intentional misconduct. (b) Should the Lender, or its officers, agents, or employees incur any such liability or be required to defend against any claims or demands pursuant to this Section, or should a judgment be entered against the Lender, the amount thereof, including costs, expenses, and attorneys’ fees, shall bear interest thereon at the rate then in effect on the Note, if any, shall be secured hereby, shall be added to the Loan, and the Borrower shall reimburse the Lender for the same immediately upon demand, and upon the failure of the Borrower to do so, the Lender may declare the Loan immediately due and payable; provided, however, that if the Lender declares the Loan immediately due and payable under this Section, then the Borrower may, in its sole discretion, elect to convey title to the 286 Item 13. 4920-0401-0103.23 8 Property to the Lender, in full satisfaction of the unpaid balance of the Loan and any interest thereon, and in that event, the Lender shall release the Borrower from this Loan Agreement, the Note, and the Mortgage, and the Borrower shall have no further liability under this Loan Agreement, the Note, and the Mortgage. (c) This indemnification and hold harmless provision shall survive the execution, delivery, and performance of this Loan Agreement and the creation and payment of any indebtedness to the Lender. Borrower waives notice of the acceptance of this Loan Agreement by the Lender. (d) Nothing in this Loan Agreement shall constitute a waiver of or limitation on any immunity from or limitation on liability to which the Borrower is entitled under law. 10. Miscellaneous. (a) Waiver. The performance or observance of any promise or condition set forth in this Loan Agreement may be waived, amended, or modified only by a writing signed by the Borrower and the Lender. No delay in the exercise of any power, right, or remedy operates as a waiver thereof, nor shall any single or partial exercise of any other power, right, or remedy. (b) Assignment. This Loan Agreement shall be binding upon the Borrower and its successors and assigns and shall inure to the benefit of the Lender and its successors and assigns. All rights and powers specifically conferred upon the Lender may be transferred or delegated by the Lender to any of its successors and assigns. The Borrower’s rights and obligations under this Loan Agreement may be assigned only when such assignment is approved in writing by the Lender. (c) Governing Law. This Loan Agreement is made and shall be governed in all respects by the laws of the State of Minnesota. Any disputes, controversies, or claims arising out of this Loan Agreement shall be heard in the state or federal courts of Minnesota, and all parties to this Loan Agreement waive any objection to the jurisdiction of these courts, whether based on convenience or otherwise. (d) Severability. If any provision or application of this Loan Agreement is held unlawful or unenforceable in any respect, such illegality or unenforceability shall not affect other provisions or applications that can be given effect, and this Loan Agreement shall be construed as if the unlawful or unenforceable provision or application had never been contained herein or prescribed hereby. (e) Notice. All notices required hereunder shall be given by depositing in the U.S. mail, postage prepaid, certified mail, return receipt requested, to the following addresses (or such other addresses as either party may notify the other): To Lender: City of Columbia Heights 3989 Central Avenue NE 287 Item 13. 4920-0401-0103.23 9 Columbia Heights, MN 55421 Attn: Community Development Director To Borrower: Alatus Columbia Heights II LLC c/o Alatus LLC 800 Nicollet Mall, Suite 2850 Minneapolis, MN 55402 Attn: Robert C. Lux (f) [Intentionally omitted.] (g) Entire Agreement. This Loan Agreement, together with any exhibits hereto, which are incorporated by reference, constitutes the complete and exclusive statement of all mutual understandings between the parties with respect to this Loan Agreement, superseding all prior or contemporaneous proposals, communications, and understandings, whether oral or written, concerning the Loan. (h) Headings. The headings appearing at the beginning of the several sections contained in this Loan Agreement have been inserted for identification and reference purposes only and shall not be used in the construction and interpretation of this Loan Agreement. (The remainder of this page is intentionally left blank.) 288 Item 13. 4920-0401-0103. 23 S-1 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Agreement has been duly executed and delivered by the proper officers of the Lender and the Borrower thereunto duly authorized on the date and year first written above. CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA By Its Mayor By Its City Manager 289 Item 13. 4920-0401-0103. 23 S-2 Execution page of the Borrower to the Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Agreement, dated the date and year first written above. ALATUS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS II LLC, a Delaware limited liability company By Robert C. Lux Its President 290 Item 13. 4920-0401-0103. 23 A-1 EXHIBIT A PROPERTY Lots One (1), Two (2), Three (3), Four (4), Five (5), Six (6), Seven (7), Eight (8), Nine (9), Ten (10), Eleven (11), and Twelve (12), Block One (1), and the East 107.3 feet of Lots One (1), Two (2), Three (3), Four (4), Five (5), and Six (6), Block Two (2), All in Rearrangement of Block “A”, Columbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis, according to the recorded plat thereof on file in the office of the Register of Deeds in and for Anoka County, Minnesota, together with that part of vacated Jackson Street on said plat described as follows: Commencing at a point 10 feet North of the Southeast corner of said Lot 6, Block 2; thence North a distance of 590 feet, more or less to the Northeast corner of said Lot 1, Block 2; thence East a distance of 30 feet, more or less, to the Northwest corner of said Lot 12, Block 1; thence South a distance of 590 feet, more or less to a point 10 feet North of the Southwest corner of said Lot 7, Block 1; thence West a distance of 30 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning and there terminating. 291 Item 13. 4932-4880-0887.23 First Draft Second Draft 11-24-2025/Execution Copy November 3, 2025 FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED PROMISSORY NOTE $7,635,000 Originally dated: July 29, 2021 First amendment and restatement: June 30, 2023 Second amendment and restatement: December 14, 2023 Third amendment and restatement: July 31, 2025 Fourth amendment and restatement: December 8, 2025 Alatus Columbia Heights II LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the “Maker”), for value received, hereby promises to pay to the City of Columbia Heights, a home rule city organized under its Charter and the laws of the State of Minnesota, or its assigns (collectively, the “Holder”), at its designated principal office or such other place as the Holder may designate in writing, the principal sum of Seven Million Six Hundred Thirty Five Thousand and no/100ths Dollars ($7,635,000.00), or so much thereof as is advanced for the payment or reimbursement of Project Costs, with interest thereon from the date hereof as hereinafter provided, in any coin or currency that at the time or times of payment is legal tender for the payment of private debts in the United States of America. This Fourth Amended and Restated Promissory Note (the “Note”) amends, restates, replaces and supersedes the Promissory Note, dated July 29, 2021, amended and restated by the Amended and Restated Promissory Note, dated June 30, 2023, as amended and restated by the Second Amended and Restated Promissory Note, dated December 14, 2023, and as amended and restated by the Third Amended and Restated Promissory Note, dated July 31, 2025, from the Maker to the Holder. The principal of and interest on this Note are payable as follows: 1. The entire unpaid amount of principal of this Note, plus interest equal to the amount of interest paid by the City in excess of the par amount of the Series 2023A Bond, and if such bond is no longer outstanding, plus interest equal to the amount of interest paid by the City in excess of the par amount of the Series 2026A Bond to be issued, if any, shall be due and payable on December 15, 2028 (the “Maturity Date”), unless prepaid earlier, subject to the terms set forth in Section 2 of the Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Agreement of even date herewith (the “Loan Agreement”) between the Holder and the Maker. Capitalized terms used herein that are otherwise not defined shall have the meanings provided in the Loan Agreement. 3. The Maker shall have the right to prepay the principal of this Note, in whole or in part, on any date. The amount to be prepaid shall consist of the principal amount, plus any interest paid by the City in excess of the par amount of the Bond as of the date of prepayment. 4. This Note is given pursuant to the Loan Agreement and secured by a Mortgage, dated July 29, 2021, as amended and restated by an Amended and Restated Mortgage, dated June 30, 2023, as amended and restated by a Second Amended and Restated Mortgage, dated December 14, 2023, as amended and restated by a Third Amended and Restated Mortgage, dated July 31, 2025, and as 292 Item 13. 2 4932-4880-0887. 23 amended and restated by a Fourth Amended and Restated Mortgage of even date herewith (the “Mortgage”) by the Maker to the Holder. All of the agreements, conditions, covenants, provisions, and stipulations contained in the Loan Agreement, the Mortgage, or any other instrument securing this Note are hereby made a part of this Note to the same extent and with the same force and effect as if they were fully set forth herein. It is agreed that time is of the essence of this Note. If an Event of Default occurs under the Loan Agreement, the Mortgage, or any other instrument securing this Note, then the Holder of this Note may at its right and option, without notice, declare immediately due and payable the principal balance of this Note and interest accrued thereon, if any, together with reasonable attorneys’ fees and expenses incurred by the Holder of this Note in collecting or enforcing payment hereof, whether by lawsuit or otherwise, and all other sums due hereunder or any instrument securing this Note; provided, however, that if the Holder declares the principal balance of this Note and interest accrued thereon, if any, immediately due and payable or pursues any other available remedies under this Note, then the Maker may, in its sole discretion, elect to convey title to the Property to the Holder in full satisfaction of the unpaid balance of the Loan and any interest thereon, and in that event, the Holder shall release the Maker from its obligations under this Note, the Loan Agreement, and the Mortgage, and the Maker shall have no further liability under this Note, the Loan Agreement, and the Mortgage. 5. The remedies of the Holder of this Note as provided herein, and in the Loan Agreement, the Mortgage, or any other instrument securing this Note shall be cumulative and concurrent and may be pursued singly, successively, or together, and, at the sole discretion of the Holder of this Note, may be exercised as often as occasion therefor shall occur; and the failure to exercise any such right or remedy shall in no event be construed as a waiver or release thereof. The Holder of this Note shall not be deemed, by any act of omission or commission, to have waived any of its rights or remedies hereunder unless such waiver is in writing and signed by the Holder and then only to the extent specifically set forth in the writing. A waiver with reference to one event shall not be construed as continuing or as a bar to or waiver of any right or remedy as to a subsequent event. This Note may not be amended, modified, or changed except only by an instrument in writing signed by the Maker and Holder. 6. If any term of this Note, or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall, to any extent, be invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Note, or the application of such term to persons or circumstances other than those to which it is invalid or unenforceable shall not be affected thereby, and each term of this Note shall be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law. 7. It is intended that this Note is made with reference to and shall be construed as a Minnesota contract and is governed by the laws thereof. Any disputes, controversies, or claims arising out of this Note shall be heard in the state or federal courts of Minnesota, and all parties to this Note waive any objection to the jurisdiction of these courts, whether based on convenience or otherwise. 8. The performance or observance of any promise or condition set forth in this Note may be waived, amended, or modified only by a writing signed by the Maker and the Holder. No delay in 293 Item 13. 3 4932-4880-0887. 23 the exercise of any power, right, or remedy operates as a waiver thereof, nor shall any single or partial exercise of any other power, right, or remedy. 9. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in this Note, the Loan Agreement, and the Mortgage, neither the Maker nor any member, officer, director, governor, direct or indirect owner, employee or agent of the Maker shall have any personal liability for the Maker’s obligations hereunder, it being recognized by the Holder that the obligations hereunder are non-recourse obligations and that the remedies of the Holder are limited to the security provided in connection with the Mortgage given by the Maker in favor of the Holder. 10. IT IS HEREBY CERTIFIED AND RECITED that all conditions, acts, and things required to exist, happen, and be performed precedent to or in the issuance of this Note do exist, have happened, and have been performed in regular and due form as required by law. (The remainder of this page is intentionally left blank.) 294 Item 13. S-1 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Maker has caused this Fourth Amended and Restated Promissory Note to be duly executed as of the date and year first written above. ALATUS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS II LLC, a Delaware limited liability company By Robert C. Lux Its President 295 Item 13. 4933-6486-5143.23 First DraftSecond Draft 11/24-2025/Execution Copy November 3, 2025 THE MAXIMUM PRINCIPAL INDEBTEDNESS SECURED BY THIS MORT GAGE IS $7,635,000.00. Mortgage Registration Tax Due Hereon: Exempt pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 287.04(8). FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED MORTGAGE THIS FOURTH AMENDED AND RESTATED MORTGAGE is made this 8th day of December, 2025 (the “Mortgage”), by Alatus Columbia Heights II LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the “Mortgagor”), in favor of the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota, a home rule city organized under its Charter and the laws of the State of Minnesota, whose address is 3989 Central Avenue NE, Columbia Heights, Minnesota 55421 (the “Mortgagee”), amends and restates that certain Mortgage, dated July 29, 2021, filed in the office of the County Recorder/Registrar of Titles of Anoka County, Minnesota on August 9, 2021, as Document No. 591491.002 (the “2021 Mortgage”), as amended and restated by that certain Amended and Restated Mortgage, dated June 30, 2023 (the “First 2023 Mortgage Amendment”), filed in the office of the County Recorder/Registrar of Titles of Anoka County, Minnesota on July 24, 2023, as Document No. 611286.001, as amended and restated by that certain Second Amended and Restated Mortgage, dated December 14, 2023 (the “Second 2023 Mortgage Amendment”), filed in the office of the County Recorder/Registrar of Titles of Anoka County, Minnesota on December 18, 2023, as Document No. 614485.001, and as amended and restated by that certain Third Amended and Restated Mortgage, dated July 31, 2025 (the “2025 Mortgage Amendment”), filed in the office of the County Recorder/Registrar of Titles of Anoka County, Minnesota on August 1, 2025, as Document No. 626746.001. The 2021 Mortgage, as amended by the First 2023 Mortgage Amendment, the Second 2023 Mortgage Amendment, and the 2025 Mortgage Amendment is hereafter referred to as the “Original Mortgage.” WHEREAS, pursuant to a Loan Agreement, dated July 29, 2021, between the Mortgagor and the Mortgagee, as amended and restated by an Amended and Restated Loan Agreement, dated June 30, 2023, between the Mortgagor and the Mortgagee, as amended and restated by the Second Amended and Restated Loan Agreement, dated December 14, 2023, and as amended and restated by the Third Amended and Restated Loan Agreement, dated July 31, 2025 (collectively, the “Original Loan Agreement”), between the Mortgagor and the Mortgagee, the Mortgagor was indebted to the Mortgagee in the principal sum of U.S. $6,615,000.00, which indebtedness was evidenced by the Mortgagor’s Promissory Note, dated July 29, 2021, as amended and restated by an Amended and Restated Promissory Note, dated June 30, 2023, by the Mortgagor in favor of the Mortgagee, as amended and restated by the Second Amended and Restated Promissory Note, dated December 14, 2023, and as amended and restated by the Third Amended and Restated Promissory 296 Item 13. 2 4933-6486-5143. 23 Fridley, Note, dated July 31, 2025 (collectively, the “Original Note”), by the Mortgagor in favor of the Mortgagee, providing for principal and interest, if any, if not sooner paid, due and payable on the maturity date set forth in the Original Note or such other date as specified in the Original Note. WHEREAS, at the request of the Mortgagor, and pursuant to the terms of a Fourth Amended and Restated Loan Agreement of even date herewith (the “Loan Agreement”) between the Mortgagor and the Mortgagee, which amends and restates the Original Loan Agreement, the Mortgagor is indebted to the Mortgagee in the principal sum of U.S. $7,635,000.00, which indebtedness is evidenced by the Mortgagor’s Fourth Amended and Restated Promissory Note of even date herewith (the “Note), which Note amends, restates, replaces and supersedes the Original Note and provides for principal and interest, if any, if not sooner paid, due and payable on the maturity date set forth in the Note or such other date as specified in the Note. TO SECURE to the Mortgagee the repayment of the indebtedness evidenced by the Note, with interest, thereon, if any, and all renewals, extensions and modifications; the payment of all other sums, with interest thereon, if any, advanced in accordance herewith to protect the security of this Mortgage; and the performance by the Mortgagor of the covenants by the Mortgagor and agreements contained herein and contained in the Note. The Mortgagor does hereby mortgage, grant and convey to the Mortgagee the property located in the County of Anoka, State of Minnesota that is legally described in EXHIBIT A attached hereto, TOGETHER with all the improvements now or hereafter erected on the property, and all easements, rights, appurtenances and rents, all of which shall be deemed to be and remain a part of the property covered by this Mortgage; and all of the foregoing, together with said property (or the leasehold estate if this Mortgage is on a leasehold) are hereinafter referred to as the “Property.” THE MORTGAGOR COVENANTS that the Mortgagor is lawfully seized of the estate hereby conveyed and has the right to grant and convey the Property, and that the Property is unencumbered, except for all matters, liens, and encumbrances appearing on the Mortgagee’s loan policy of title insurance issued by Commercial Partners Title, a Division of Chicago Title Insurance Company, a Florida corporation, on August 9, 2021, with File Number 58271 and Policy No. 72307-224772669 (the “Permitted Encumbrances”). The Mortgagor covenants that the Mortgagor warrants and will defend generally the title to the Property against all claims and demands, subject to the Permitted Encumbrances. PROVIDED, NEVERTHELESS, that if the Mortgagor shall pay the Mortgagee the sums evidenced by the Note according to the terms of the Note, and shall repay to the Mortgagee, at the times and with interest, if any, as specified, all sums advanced in protecting the lien of this Mortgage, in payment of taxes on the Property and assessments payable therewith, insurance premiums covering buildings thereon, principal or interest on any prior liens, expenses and attorney’s fees herein provided for and sums advanced for any other purpose authorized herein, and shall keep and perform all the covenants and agreements herein contained, then this Mortgage shall be released at the Mortgagor’s expense. UNIFORM COVENANTS. The Mortgagor and the Mortgagee covenant and agree as follows: 297 Item 13. 3 4933-6486-5143. 23 1. Payment of Principal and Interest. The Mortgagor shall promptly pay when due, subject to the terms of the Note, the principal and interest, if any, indebtedness evidenced by the Note and late charges as provided in the Note, and keep and perform all covenants contained in the Note. 2. Application of Payments. Unless applicable law provides otherwise, all payments received by the Mortgagee under the Note and Paragraph 1 hereof shall be applied by Mortgagee first to interest payable on the Note, if any, and then to the principal of the Note. 3. Charges; Liens. The Mortgagor shall pay or cause to be paid all taxes, assessments and other charges, fines and impositions attributable to the Property which may attain a priority over this Mortgage, leasehold payments or ground rents, if any. 4. Hazard Insurance. (a) The Mortgagor shall keep the improvements now existing on the Property insured against loss by fire and other hazards included within the term “extended coverage” so long as the improvements now existing on the Property are occupied by a tenant with a leasehold interest in the Property (a “Tenant”). (b) The Mortgagor shall keep the improvements hereafter erected by the Mortgagor on the Property insured against loss by fire and other hazards included within the term “extended coverage.” 5. Preservation and Maintenance of Property; Leaseholds. The Mortgagor shall keep the portion of the improvements now existing on the Property that are occupied by a Tenant in good repair and shall not commit waste or permit impairment or deterioration of such improvements so long as such improvements are occupied by a Tenant. The Mortgagor shall comply with the provisions of any lease so long as there is a leasehold interest in the Property. 6. Protection of Mortgagee’s Security. If the Mortgagor fails to perform the covenants and agreements contained in this Mortgage, the Note, or in any other document executed in connection with this Mortgage, or if any action or proceeding is commenced which materially affects the Mortgagee’s interest in the Property, then the Mortgagee, at Mortgagee’s option, upon notice to the Mortgagor, may make such appearances, disburse such sums, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, and take such other action as is necessary to protect the Mortgagee’s interest. Any amounts disbursed by the Mortgagee pursuant to this Paragraph 6, with interest thereon, if any, at the Note rate, shall become additional indebtedness of the Mortgagor secured by this Mortgage. Unless the Mortgagor and the Mortgagee agree to other terms of payment, such amounts shall be payable upon notice from the Mortgagee to the Mortgagor requesting payment thereof. Nothing contained in this Paragraph 6 shall require the Mortgagee to incur any expense or take any action hereunder. 298 Item 13. 4 4933-6486-5143. 23 7. Inspection. Subject to the rights of any Tenant, the Mortgagee may make or cause to be made reasonable entries upon and inspections of the Property, provided that the Mortgagee shall give the Mortgagor notice prior to any such inspection specifying reasonable cause therefor related to the Mortgagee’s interest in the Property. 8. Mortgagor Not Released; Forbearance by Mortgagee Not a Waiver. Extension of the time for payment or modification of amortization of the sums secured by this Mortgage, granted by the Mortgagee to any successor in interest of the Mortgagor, shall not operate to release, in any manner, the liability of the original Mortgagor and the Mortgagor’s successors in interest. The Mortgagee shall not be required to commence proceedings against such successor or refuse to extend time for payment or otherwise modify amortization of the sums secured by this Mortgage by reason of any demand made by the original Mortgagor and/or the Mortgagor’s successors in interest. Any forbearance by the Mortgagee in exercising any right or remedy hereunder, or otherwise afforded by applicable law, shall not be a waiver of or preclude the exercise of any such right or remedy. 9. Successors and Assigns Bound. The covenants and agreements herein contained shall bind, and the rights hereunder shall inure to, the respective successors and assigns of the Mortgagee and the Mortgagor, subject to the provisions of Paragraph 13 hereof. 10. Notice. Except for any notice required under applicable law to be given in another manner, (a) any notice to the Mortgagor provided for in this Mortgage shall be given, in writing and by personally delivering it or by mailing such notice by certified mail to the Mortgagor’s address provided herein or such other address as the Mortgagor may designate by notice to the Mortgagee as provided herein, and (b) any notice to the Mortgagee shall be given in writing and by certified mail to the Mortgagee’s address provided herein or to such other address as the Mortgagee may designate by notice to Mortgagor as provided herein. Any notice provided for in the Mortgage shall be deemed to have been given to the Mortgagor or the Mortgagee upon receipt when served personally, or upon mailin g when sent by certified mail when given in the manner designated herein. 11. Governing Law; Severalties. The state and local laws applicable to this Mortgage shall be the laws of the jurisdiction in which the Property is located. The foregoing sentence shall not limit the applicability of Federal law to this Mortgage. In the event that any provision or clause of this Mortgage or the Note conflicts with applicable law, such conflict shall not affect other provisions of this Mortgage or the Note which can be given effect without the conflicting provision, and to this end, the provisions of this Mortgage and the Note are declared to be severable. As used herein, “costs,” “expenses” and “attorneys’ fees” include all sums to the extent not prohibited by applicable law. No provision of this Mortgage shall require the Mortgagor to pay costs, expenses, or attorneys’ fees incurred by Mortgagee in excess of commercially reasonable amounts. 12. Mortgagor’s Copy. The Mortgagor shall be furnished by the Mortgagee with a conformed copy of the Note and of this Mortgage at the time of execution or after recordation hereof. 299 Item 13. 5 4933-6486-5143. 23 13. Transfer of the Property or a Beneficial Interest in Mortgagor. If the Mortgagor sells or conveys all or any part of the Property or any interest in the Property (or if a beneficial interest in the Mortgagor is sold or transferred and the Mortgagor is not a national person) without the Mortgagee’s prior written consent, the Mortgagee may, at its option, require immediate payment in full of all sums secured by this Mortgage; provided, however, that if the Mortgagee requires the immediate payment in full of all sums secured by this Mortgage, then the Mortgagor may, in its sole discretion, elect to convey title to the Property to the Mortgagee in full satisfaction of the unpaid balance of the Loan and any interest thereon, and in that event, the Mortgagee shall release the Mortgagor from this Mortgage, the Note, the Escrow Agreement, and the Loan Agreement, and the Mortgagor shall have no further liability under this Mortgage, the Note, the Escrow Agreement, and the Loan Agreement. However, the Mortgagee shall not exercise its option if such exercise is prohibited by federal or state law as of the date of this Mortgage. If the Mortgagee exercises such option, the Mortgagee shall give the Mortgagor notice of acceleration. The notice shall provide a period of not less than thirty (30) days from the date the notice is delivered or mailed within which the Mortgagor must pay all sums secured by this Mortgage or elect to convey title to the Property to the Mortgagee in lieu of such accelerated payment. If the Mortgagor fails to pay these sums or to elect to convey title to the Mortgagee prior to the expiration of this period, the Mortgagee may invoke any remedies permitted by this Mortgage without further notice or demand on the Mortgagor. 14. Additional Covenants. The Mortgagor covenants (a) to warrant title to the Property; (b) to pay all other mortgages, liens, charges or encumbrances against the Property as and when they become due; (c) to pay the indebtedness of the Note as herein provided; (d) to pay all real estate taxes on the Property; (e) that the Property shall be kept in repair and that no waste shall be committed as provided in Paragraph 5; (f) that the Mortgagor shall keep any buildings on the Property insured against loss by fire and other hazards for at least the sum of the full insurable value of the Property for the protection of the Mortgagee as provided in Paragraph 4; and (g) that the whole of the principal sum shall become due after default in the payment of any installment of principal or interest, or of any tax, or in the performance of any other covenant, at the option of the Mortgagee; provided, however, that if the Mortgagee declares such a default and requires payment in full of all sums secured by this Mortgage, then the Mortgagor may, in its sole discretion, elect to convey title to the Property to the Mortgagee in full satisfaction of the unpaid balance of the Loan and any interest thereon, and in that event, the Mortgagee shall release the Mortgagor from its obligations under this Mortgage, the Note, the Escrow Agreement, and the Loan Agreement, and the Mortgagor shall have no further liability under this Mortgage, the Note, the Escrow Agreement, and the Loan Agreement. 15. Acceleration; Remedies. Upon the Mortgagor’s breach of any covenant or agreement of the Mortgagor in this Mortgage, including the covenants to pay when due any sums secured by this Mortgage, the Mortgagee, prior to acceleration, shall give notice to Mortgagor as provided in Paragraph 10 hereof specifying (1) the breach; (2) the action required to cure such breach; (3) a date, not less than thirty (30) days from the date the notice is mailed to the Mortgagor, by which such breach must be cured or within a longer period not to exceed sixty (60) days if such cure cannot be rendered in thirty (30) days but is commenced within thirty (30) 300 Item 13. 6 4933-6486-5143. 23 days and continuously pursued; and (4) that failure to cure such breach on or before the date specified in the notice may result in acceleration of the sums secured by this Mortgage and sale of the Property. The notice shall further inform the Mortgagor of the right to reinstate after acceleration and the right to bring a court action to assert the nonexistence of a default or any other defense of the Mortgagor to acceleration and sale. If the breach is not cured on or before the date specified in the notice, the Mortgagee, at the Mortgagee’s option, may declare all of the sums secured by this Mortgage to be immediately due and payable without further demand; provided, however, that if the Mortgagee declares all of the sums secured by this Mortgage to be immediately due and payable, then the Mortgagor may, in its sole discretion, elect to convey title to the Property to the Mortgagee in full satisfaction of the unpaid balance of the Loan and any interest thereon, and in that event, the Mortgagee shall release the Mortgagor from this Mortgage, the Note, the Escrow Agreement, and the Loan Agreement, and the Mortgagor shall have no further liability under this Mortgage, the Note, the Escrow Agreement, and the Loan Agreement. The Mortgagee shall be entitled to collect all reasonable costs and expenses incurred in pursuing the remedies provided in this Paragraph 15, including, but not limited to, reasonable attorneys’ fees. 16. Mortgagor’s Right to Reinstate. Notwithstanding the Mortgagee’s acceleration of the sums secured by this Mortgage due as a result of the Mortgagor’s breach, if Mortgagor meets certain conditions, the Mortgagor shall have the right to have any proceedings begun by the Mortgagee to enforce this Mortgage discontinued at any time prior to the entry of a judgment enforcing this Mortgage if: (a) the Mortgagor pays the Mortgagee all sums constituting the default actually existing under this Mortgage and the Note at the time of the Mortgagee’s notice to the Mortgagor of such default; (b) the Mortgagor cures all breaches of any other covenants or agreements of Mortgagor contained in this Mortgage; (c) the Mortgagor pays all reasonable expenses incurred by the Mortgagee in enforcing the covenants and agreements of the Mortgagor contained in this Mortgage, and in enforcing the Mortgagee’s remedies as provided in this Mortgage including, but not limited to, reasonable attorneys’ fees; and (d) Mortgagor takes such action as the Mortgagee may reasonably require to assure that the lien of this Mortgage, the Mortgagee’s interest in the Property and the Mortgagor’s obligation to pay the sums secured by this Mortgage shall continue unimpaired. Upon such payment and cure by the Mortgagor, this Mortgage and the obligations secured hereby shall remain in full force and effect as if no acceleration had occurred. However, this right to reinstate shall not apply in the case of acceleration under Paragraph 15 hereof. 17. Release. Upon payment of all sums secured by this Mortgage, the Mortgagee shall discharge this Mortgage without charge to the Mortgagor. The Mortgagor shall pay all costs of recordation, if any. 18. Acceleration; Additional Provisions. The Mortgagee may declare all amounts secured by this Mortgage due and payable if: (a) the Mortgagor omits or misrepresents a material fact in any document executed in connection with this Mortgage; (b) any prior mortgage is in default or foreclosure; or (c) as otherwise provided in this Mortgage or the Note; provided, however, that if the Mortgagee declares all of the sums secured by this Mortgage to be immediately due and payable, then the Mortgagor may, in its sole discretion, elect to convey title to the Property to the Mortgagee in full satisfaction of the unpaid principal balance of the Loan 301 Item 13. 7 4933-6486-5143. 23 and any interest thereon, and in that event, the Mortgagee shall release the Mortgagor from its obligations under this Mortgage, the Note, the Escrow Agreement, and the Loan Agreement, and the Mortgagor shall have further liability under this Mortgage, the Note, the Escrow Agreement, and the Loan Agreement. 19. Maturity Date. The maturity date of this Mortgage is December 15, 2028, subject to the terms of the Note and Section 2 of the Loan Agreement. 20. Defined Terms. Capitalized terms used herein that are otherwise not defined shall have the meanings provided in the Loan Agreement. (The remainder of this page is intentionally left blank.) 302 Item 13. S-1 BY SIGNING BELOW, the Mortgagor accepts and agrees to the terms and covenants contained in this Fourth Amended and Restated Mortgage. ALATUS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS II LLC, a Delaware limited liability company By Robert C. Lux Its President STATE OF MINNESOTA ) ) ss COUNTY OF ___________ ) The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ____ day of _________, 2025, by Robert C. Lux, the President of Alatus Columbia Heights II LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, on behalf of the Mortgagor. Notary Public This document drafted by: Kutak Rock LLP (SEL) 60 South Sixth Street, Suite 3400 Minneapolis, MN 55402 (612) 334-5000 303 Item 13. A-1 EXHIBIT A LEGAL DESCRIPTION Third-Party Parcel Lots One (1), Two (2), Three (3), Four (4), Five (5), Six (6), Seven (7), Eight (8), Nine (9), Ten (10), Eleven (11), and Twelve (12), Block One (1), and the East 107.3 feet of Lots One (1), Two (2), Three (3), Four (4), Five (5), and Six (6), Block Two (2), All in Rearrangement of Block “A”, Columbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis, according to the recorded plat thereof on file in the office of the Register of Deeds in and for Anoka County, Minnesota, together with that part of vacated Jackson Street on said plat described as follows: Commencing at a point 10 feet North of the Southeast corner of said Lot 6, Block 2; thence North a distance of 590 feet, more or less to the Northeast corner of said Lot 1, Block 2; thence East a distance of 30 feet, more or less, to the Northwest corner of said Lot 12, Block 1; thence South a distance of 590 feet, more or less to a point 10 feet North of the Southwest corner of said Lot 7, Block 1; thence West a distance of 30 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning and there terminating. 304 Item 13.