The URL can be used to link to this page

Home My WebLink About2012 - 12 Dec 3 Commission Openings 3 Historical Certification 4 Council Corner 5 Gateway Corridor Update 6 Recreation Highlights Holiday Recycling 7 Maplewood Monthly December 2012 City Newsletter 7 Christmas Tree Pick Up 8 Theatre Concerts • Santa’s Workshop Party December 14, 6:00 - 8:30PM Maplewood Community Center • Back to the Fifties Tribute Show December 15, 7:00PM Maplewood Performing Arts Theatre Tickets: www.maplewoodarts.com • Tonic Sol-Fa January 11 & 12, 7:30PM Maplewood Performing Arts Theatre Tickets: www.maplewoodarts.com • Winter Open House: Snowshoes & Tracks January 19, 10AM-3PM Maplewood Nature Center Save The Date MnPASS Express Lanes Proposed On Interstate 35E So what is MnPASS? MnPASS Express Lanes provide reliable travel times, reduced congestion, and provide travel options for all commuters among many other benefits. Buses, motorcycles, and carpools can use the MnPASS Lanes for free during peak travel times; while solo drivers can pay an electronic toll. The City Council will hold a Municipal Consent Public Hearing on December 10, 2012 at 7:00PM at City Hall for the Interstate 35E MnPASS Improvement Project led by MnDOT. MnDOT is proposing one additional travel lane in both the north and south directions on I-35E through Maplewood. These lanes would be designated as MnPASS Express Lanes. As a result of increased capacity on I-35E, MnDOT is required to secure Municipal Consent from the city. The MnPASS project is generally located on I-35E between Pennsylvania Avenue in Saint Paul and Little Canada Road in Little Canada. The bridges at Larpenteur, Roselawn, and County Rd B would all be replaced as part of the project within Maplewood. In addition, resurfacing I-35E with concrete is proposed. Three noise walls are proposed to be constructed in Maplewood as part of this project. The walls are proposed in the following locations: • On east side of I-35E from Larpenteur Avenue extending north along the service road • On west side of I-35E from just north of Champps Restaurant extending north up to just south of Roselawn Avenue • On east side of I-35E from Skillman Avenue extending north up to County Rd B Construction on the section of the project that runs through Maplewood is likely to occur in 2014 and 2015. Additional meetings will be held in the future concerning access and detouring. If you would like to voice your input on this project please plan on attending the Public Hearing on December 10 at 7:00PM at Maplewood City Hall. Additional project information can be found at the City’s website under the “Projects” link or at: www.dot.state.mn.us/cayugamnpass/index.html. Election Results Congratulations to Councilmember Rebecca Cave winner of the Special City Council Election held on November 6, 2012. Councilmember Cave will complete the term vacated by former Councilmember James Llanas to January 6, 2014. Frequently Called Numbers Maplewood City Hall General Information 651.249.2000 Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30PM Deputy Registrar and Passport Hours Monday: 8:00AM - 6:00PM Tuesday - Friday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM Maplewood Community Center Registration/Customer Service 651.249.2230 Admissions 651.249.2210 Theater/Banquet Room Rental 651.249.2103 Group Information 651.249.2206 Aquatics 651.249.2206 Fitness 651.249.2207 Maplewood Recreation General Information 651.249.2120 Maplewood Nature Center General Information 651.249.2170 Code Enforcement Hotline 651.249.CODE (2633) Online: Go to www.ci.maplewood.mn.us and click on “Report A Violation” on the right-hand side of the home page. Maplewood Police General Information - Non-Emergency 651.767.0640 Maplewood Public Works General Information 651.249.2400 City of Maplewood Elected Officials Will Rossbach: Mayor 651.484.5427 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us Kathleen Juenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us Rebecca Cave: Councilmember 651.249.2000 rebecca.cave@ci.maplewood.mn.us Robert Cardinal: Councilmember 651.765.8600 bob.cardinal@ci.maplewood.mn.us Marvin Koppen: Councilmember 651.770.5391 marvin.koppen@ci.maplewood.mn.us Jim Antonen: City Manager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us City of Maplewood 2 December 2012 Maplewood Meeting Schedule City Council ......................................................................... 7:00PM Listening Forum ............................................................... 6:30PM 2nd and 4th Monday of the month City Council Workshop ........................................................ 5:15PM 1st Monday of the month Business & Economic Development Commission ............... 6:00PM 4th Thursday of the month Community Design Review Board ....................................... 6:00PM 4th Tuesday of the month Environmental & Natural Resources Commission ............... 7:00PM 3rd Monday of the month Heritage Preservation Commission ...................................... 7:00PM 2nd Thursday of the month Housing Redevelopment Authority ....................................... 7:00PM 2nd Wednesday of the month Human Rights Commission .................................................. 7:00PM 2nd Tuesday of the month Parks & Recreation Commission ......................................... 7:00PM 3rd Wednesday of the month Planning Commission .......................................................... 7:00PM 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month All City Council and Commission meetings are broadcast live on Channel 16 and are rebroadcast on a schedule that is posted at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us.* Any meeting cancellations are posted on the City’s website. *Meetings are also streamed live on the City’s website. City Hall will be closed December 25 in observance of Christmas and January 1 in observance of New Year’s Day. Tea Party at the Radisson Roseville You & Your Favorite Doll or Teddy Bear are Invited! On Saturday January19, 2013 from Noon – 4pm. Choose from either: Tea Party Luncheon Only: $20 Adults $15 Children (12 years & younger) Overnight Package: $119.00 – Standard Sleeping Room & Tea Party for one adult & one child. – Enjoy swimming & fun in our large pool! Advance tickets only. To reserve your sleeping room or tickets: 651-367-3903 Radisson Hotel Roseville | 2540 N. Cleveland Ave. Roseville, MN 55113 | 651-636-4567 | 1-800-333-3333 | radisson.com/rosevillemn RADISSON HOTEL ROSEVILLE A Magical Holiday Gift! Promote Your Business Reach over 22,200 homes, businesses, and apartments with the Official Maplewood City Newsletter. For more information, contact Heidi Carey at 952.212.7333 or heidi.carey@ci.maplewood.mn.us. Thank you to the advertisers who help support this publication! A Great Gift Idea! Holiday Tea January 12, 2013 At Bruentrup Heritage Farm 2170 County Road D East 11:30 am and 2:30 pm $25.00 Reservations: 651.770.1592 City of Maplewood Elected Officials Will Rossbach: Mayor 651.484.5427 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us Kathleen Juenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us Rebecca Cave: Councilmember 651.249.2000 rebecca.cave@ci.maplewood.mn.us Robert Cardinal: Councilmember 651.765.8600 bob.cardinal@ci.maplewood.mn.us Marvin Koppen: Councilmember 651.770.5391 marvin.koppen@ci.maplewood.mn.us Jim Antonen: City Manager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us City of Maplewood 3 December 2012 • Our teachers are experienced and dedicated early education specialists. • Our curriculum emphasizes cognitive development and intellectual challenge, exceeding guidelines established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). • Our enrichment programs include music, science, foreign language, and exercise and nutrition. • Full-time and part-time programs available for infants through school-age. Maplewood Achieves Historic Preservation Certification In March 2012 the City of Maplewood achieved Certified Local Government (CLG) status through the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and the National Park Service joining 43 other Minnesota cities with this certification. The Maplewood Heritage Preservation Commission (HPC) worked for more than ten years to become certified. As a Certified Local Government, Maplewood will partner with SHPO on preservation issues. It also gives the City access to federal preservation grants administered through SHPO. Obtaining CLG status shows a commitment to identifying, preserving, and protecting the historical and cultural resources within Maplewood that have enduring and significant value for residents. The City seeks to preserve what is important and significant from the past for future generations. CLGs have authority and responsibility for designating and nominating local properties to the National Register of Historic Places. The Ramsey County Poor Farm Barn and Bruentrup Farm are the only two properties in Maplewood currently included in the national registry. CLG grants can be used for preservation planning, nominating properties to the National Register, and public education programs. The Maplewood Heritage Preservation Commission is currently evaluating grant possibilities. Public input is encouraged. HPC meetings are held the second Thursday of each month at 7:00PM in the council chambers at city hall. Visit the the City website at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us under government and Heritage Preservation Commission for more details. Commission Openings The City of Maplewood is now accepting applications to fill three openings; one on the Heritage Preservation Commission, one on the Human Rights Commission, and one on the Parks & Recreation Commission. These openings are due to commissioners resigning. The City Council will interview candidates that apply and will appoint individuals to fill these openings. The Heritage Preservation Commission was created helps the city of Maplewood with its overall historic preservation goals, which include; supporting the protection of the City’s heritage y preserving, protecting, conserving, and wisely using the significant historical, cultural, architectural, or archeological objects, structures, buildings, or sites in the City. The Parks and Recreation Commission is an advisory board to the city council on all issues of park acquisition, development, open space, trails and leisure programs and works to provide a community environment for all citizens to participate in and enjoy cultural and recreational activities on an equitable basis. The Human Rights Commission advocates for equal opportunities for all citizens of Maplewood in: housing, employment, public accommodations, services and education, in addition to continuously working to improve human rights within the community. More information can be found on the City’s website www.ci.maplewood.mn.us or by calling 651.249.2000. Applications can be picked up at the City Hall front desk or found online on the City’s website. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. Ramsey County Poor Barn Bruentrup Farm House Council Cor n e r City of Maplewood 4 December 2012 The Holiday Season - A Time To Reflect And Give Thanks By Mayor Will Rossbach As you receive this letter we will be in the middle of the holiday season, for many it is a time to reflect and give thanks. Most of us have much to be thankful for even in these more difficult times. There are members of our community however who are struggling to hold their lives together. Currently Maplewood has 10-11% of our population who live below the poverty level. I know that Maplewood is populated by good people and a great many of you work to make sure that your neighbors get a helping hand when one is needed. It can be difficult at times when you’re working hard just to meet your own family’s needs to think about helping others; or that the little you might be able to do will do any good. I know, however, that any amount can help when combined with the gifts of others. There are many churches and organizations in Maplewood who are dedicated to helping the less fortunate among us. Here is an update on some of their efforts. The Salvation Army The Salvation Army has a local facility which assists Maplewood residents in many ways. Local programs and services include an Emergency Food Shelf, assistance with rent, utilities, and transportation. They also have an excellent adult daycare program along with many other programs. Call 651.779.9177 to learn more about the program or to request help. Redeeming Love Church Redeeming Love Church is introducing their new Manna Pantry Food Shelf. The Pantry carries non-perishable food items and guests can visit once a month as needed. Hours of operation are: Monday - Friday, 9:00AM - 4:00PM. Contact Pastor Reneé Wood, Community Care Pastor: 651.777.5200 ext. 33. The church wants to announce that beginning January 14, 2013, Redeeming Love Church will be the new Fare For All site due to the closing of the North St. Paul Community Center site. Fare for All is community—supported and open to everyone. The more people that participate the better! Fare for All buys fruits, vegetables, and frozen meat in bulk to save you up to 40% off grocery store prices. They select the best food from their shipments, pre-packaging it to give you the greatest deals! Woodland Hills Church Woodland Hills Church is working through their Making Space Ministry which is an effort to help those with the greatest needs by sheltering the homeless and is also very close to opening a food shelf with their partner Merrick Community Services. They also are working with Ramsey County and in November they started hosting a pilot job skills training program in partnership with Workforce Solutions of Ramsey County. Under and unemployed participants will receive training in resume writing, online networking and interviewing skills to help them become competitive in the job market. Gethsemane Church Gethsemane Church is also working to feed people this holiday season. Their own words seem to tell the story best: “During the months of October and November, at Gethsemane we have received an overwhelming amount of families needing food. Our hope is to raise 1,000 turkeys to help feed these hungry families. On Saturday December 15th we will be distributing (hopefully) 1,000 turkeys. If you would like to get involved please call us at 651.739.1264 and commit to donating a turkey! We can’t do it alone. If you are able when buying your Thanksgiving and or Holiday turkey, instead of buying one, buy two, and bring the second one to Gethsemane Faith Community in Maplewood at 10:00AM on December 15th to be distributed to hungry families at noon Saturday, December 15th. It takes many individuals to equal 1,000, but it only takes that many people to feed 1,000 families. So no matter what the efforts of one person it multiplies at least by two! Your contribution matters!” All of these organizations are working hard for our neighbors here in Maplewood. As stated by Gethsemane, YOU MATTER. Please consider helping as you can. Happy Holidays! The Council Corner is a space that is rotated monthly between the Mayor and Council members. Editorial views expressed are those of the author and may not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the City of Maplewood. On The Police Scanner In September, the Maplewood Police Department responded to 2,114 calls for service. 23 Assault Cases 0 Robbery Case 27 Burglary Cases 78 Theft Cases 17 Auto Theft Cases 53 Theft from Vehicle Cases 22 Criminal Damage to Property Cases Officers also made 50 arrests for shoplifting and 12 arrests for DWI. Bus Rapid Transit Service Recommended For Maplewood The Gateway Corridor’s Alternatives Analysis study is nearly complete and a preferred transit option has been recommended. The Gateway Corridor Commission has identified a new dedicated Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line along Hudson Road from St. Paul to Woodbury as the best option for the region. The BRT option will have buses running all day on dedicated lanes with station stops every mile to half mile. The line will provide a fast, reliable and convenient trip for travelers into downtown St. Paul and on to Minneapolis and other regional destinations. The 10 proposed station stops will provide connec- tions to key destinations throughout the Corridor including Union Depot, Metro State University, SunRay Shopping Center, 3M and multiple commercial and job centers in the eastern suburbs. The Gateway Corridor Commission also released a draft of the Alternatives Analysis Final Report for public comment. The public is encouraged to provide additional comments on the narrowing of alternatives by visiting the Gateway Corridor website at www.thegatewaycorridor.com. Once all comments are received the report will be revised as necessary. The Commission is scheduled to approve the final report at its December 13th meeting. The next phase of the study, preparation of a Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS), is expected to start in early 2013. The Commission advanced the BRT Option along Hudson Road as well as LRT (Light Rail Transit) along Hudson Road, the second highest ranked option. Both options have the same route, station stops and similar service plans. For more information on the Gateway Corridor, please visit www.thegatewaycorridor.com or the Gateway Corridor Facebook page. The Council Corner is a space that is rotated monthly between the Mayor and Council members. Editorial views expressed are those of the author and may not necessarily represent or reflect the views and opinions of the City of Maplewood. City News City of Maplewood 5 December 2012 City of Maplewood 6 December 2012 City News A Busy Year For Parks & Recreation Parks and Preserves Many of our parks received improvements in 2012! Lions Park was completed with rave reviews from the neighborhood. A new playground was installed at Gethsemane Park in conjunction with the Bartlemy Meyer Neighborhood Improvement Plan with input from neighborhood residents and students at Gethsemane School. Trail overlays at City Campus, Harvest, Playcrest, Nebraska, and Geranium Park’s were completed by our Public Works Department. In addition, the city has secured a grant from the Minnesota Twins Community Fund and also received a donation from the Maplewood Athletic Association to upgrade a field at Edgerton Park in honor of longtime Maplewood resident Tom Kelly. This will be completed in June of 2013. Coming up in 2013, residents will see the completion of Joy Park and a brand new playground at Geranium Park. Many great things are happening at the Neighborhood Preserves. Phase I improvements were implemented at Gladstone Savanna Neighborhood Preserve, including soil remediation, archeological investigation, storm water basin, installation of trails, and seeding with a temporary cover crop. Future phases of this project will include native seeding, landscaping, tree planting, interpretive features, and a new playground. In June, the prairie was seeded at Beaver Creek Neighborhood Preserve. Volunteers at the Priory Neighbor- hood Preserve created and installed an interpretive trail. Rain gardens and buffers were planted at Joy Park Neighborhood Preserves by Eagle Scouts and other volunteers. Nature Center The Nature Center, first established in 1979 as part of a federal grant, is staffed by naturalists and sports a visitor center and a 40 acre preserve. At the nature center you can find information about the 13 other neighborhood preserves. The visitor center offers interactive environmental education through programs, exhibits and demonstrations. The building is open year round, Tuesday through Saturday, so come on out for a snowshoe hike this winter. Naturalists conduct environmental programs on invasive species, wildlife ecology, and native plant communities. Programs are available for all ages and types of groups including families, preschool, school age and college students. Volunteers are an integral part of the operation and help out with groups, tend to the wildflower gardens, and participate in citizen science monitoring programs. A major project this past year was the acquisition of a 70 acre parcel of the Fish Creek Natural Area adjacent to County land in south Maplewood. For more information about this site and how you can help visit www.maplewoodnaturecenter.com/fish creek. Recreation Programming Our Maplewood Recreation Staff oversee a vast variety of programs for the residents of Maplewood, North St. Paul and surrounding communities. As part of our Joint Powers Agreement with North St. Paul, we offer everything from tumbling/gymnastics to ceramics, as well as adult and youth sports leagues in softball, basketball, volleyball, soccer, floor hockey, dodgeball, table tennis and more. This year has also been filled with many new and exciting programs and events for our active adult 55+ patrons. Weather permitting, we will have hockey and pleasure rinks at eleven locations in Maplewood and North St. Paul, six of which will have staffed warming houses. Programming plans for 2013 include expanded summer camp offerings, adult sports tournaments and community special events – stay tuned. As Maplewood’s diversity continues to grow, Maplewood Parks and Recreation has made it a 2013 goal to provide resources and services to serve the needs of all members of the community. Maplewood Community Center The Maplewood Community Center is now in its 18th year of operation! With over 5,500 members, the Community Center strives to continue to offer a multitude of recreational opportunities in a safe, maintained and inviting environment. Our most recent building improvements include the transformation of our fitness center. Our newly renovated space now offers state of the art cardiovascular and strength equipment. Our wide variety of cardio machines includes tread- mills, elliptical cross-trainers, step mills, summit trainers, stationary bikes, stair climbers and rowers. Most machines have an entertainment system, allowing members to watch television or use an iPod during their workout. The Maplewood Community Center also offers a variety of entertainment options including an annual concert series – popular shows in 2012 included I Remember Buddy Holly and Roy Orbison and Guaranteed Cash. Look for Martin Zellar, Tonic Sol-Fa and more in 2013! We are now on Facebook! “Like” the Maplewood Community Center to stay updated on the latest news, specials and programs. See our ad on page 7! The new playground at Gethsemane Park MCC’s New Fitness Equipment City of Maplewood 7 December 2012 City News Recycle Your Holidays Do you have a string of unwanted or broken holiday lights? Thinking of switching to energy efficient LED holiday lights? Well now is the time to recycle those old lights. The City of Maplewood is partnering with the Recycling Association of Minnesota to collect broken, old, or unneeded holiday lights through the end of January 2013. The program employs over 200 individuals with disabilities at vocational centers throughout the State of Minnesota. Every part of the strand is dismantled and recycled locally. Holiday light recycling drop off sites are located at the Community Center (2100 White Bear Avenue - lower level east entrance) and City Hall (1830 County Road B East - lobby). For more information and other drop off locations, visit www.recycleminnesota.org. Christmas Tree Pick Up Residential homes with trash service through the Maplewood Trash Plan are eligible for one FREE Christmas tree pick up. Allied Waste Services will be collecting Christmas trees the weeks of January 7 and January 14, with the last day of pick up scheduled for January 18, 2013. Just place your Christmas tree at the curb on your usual trash and recycling pick up day. The tree should have all ornaments and lights removed and should not be wrapped in a plastic bag. The trees will be collected and composted as part of the City’s yard waste program. For more information contact Allied Waste Services, the City’s contracted residential trash hauler, at 651.455.8634. www.partnersobgyn.com Birch Run Station in Maplewood 1737 Beam Ave (Next to JoAnn Fabrics) Specialty Women’s Health Obstetrics • Gynecology • Infertility • Surgery Office Procedures • Next Day Appointments Available (651) 770-3320 New Patients Welcome! LET MAPLEWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER HELP! Join Or Renew Your Annual Membership Between Dec15 - January 31 & Get One Month Free Plus $50 In MCC Bucks! THERE WILL NEVER BE A BETTER TIME TO START FEELING YOUR BEST THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS MCC BUCKS$ VALUE: $25.00 NOT VALID FOR THEATER TICKETS, MASSAGE, ROOM RENTALS OR SUBWAY PURCHASES MCC BUCKS$ VALUE: $25.00 NOT VALID FOR THEATER TICKETS, MASSAGE, ROOM RENTALS OR SUBWAY PURCHASES MC C BUCK S$ VALUE: $25.00 NOT VALID FOR THEATER TICKETS, MASSAGE, ROOM RENTALS OR SUBWAY PURCHASES MCC BUCKS$ VALUE: $25.00 NOT VALID FOR THEATER TICKETS, MASSAGE, ROOM RENTALS OR SUBWAY PURCHASES MCC BUCKS$ VALUE: $25.00 NOT VALID FOR THEATER TICKETS, MASSAGE, ROOM RENTALS OR SUBWAY PURCHASES MCC BUCKS$ VALUE: $25.00 NOT VALID FOR THEATER TICKETS, MASSAGE, ROOM RENTALS OR SUBWAY PURCHASES Use MCC Bucks for child care, swim lessons, personal training, fitness programs and more! 2100 WHITE BEAR AVE • MAPLEWOOD, MN 55109WWW.MAPLEWOODCOMMUNITYCENTER.COM City of Maplewood 1830 County Road B East Maplewood, MN 55109 Phone: 651.249.2000 www.ci.maplewood.mn.us PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID Permit #32324 Twin Cities, MN********ECRWSS** RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER Upon request, this newsletter will be made available in an alternate format.Printed on 10% post consumer product. cccu.com Oh, What Fun! Isn’t going to happen? Let City & County Credit Union give you what you want. 2.49% MODEL YEARS 2009 & NEWER l NO PAYMENTS FOR 90 DAYS (651) 225-2700l800 223-2801 Interest rate may vary by model year, term, credit worthiness and is subject to change. RATES AS LOW AS APR Sounds Of The Season At The Maplewood Performing Arts Theatre The Maplewood Performing Arts Theatre announces four exciting performances taking place this December. Enjoy a night out at our elegant and intimate theater and experience original entertainment! Rockie Lynne – December 7, 2012 (8:00PM) Please join us in welcoming Rockie Lynne for an exclusive evening of acoustic music and storytelling. This special night of acoustic entertainment features Rockie on with his guitar in a unique and “unplugged” way. Advance Tickets: $12.50 Day of Show: $15.00 Back To The Fifties Tribute Show – Saturday, December 15, 2012 (7:00PM) The Shadows Tribute Show returns to Maplewood with their Las Vegas showroom caliber musical tribute to the biggest music stars of the 50’s and 60’s! Advance Tickets: $25.00 Day of Show: 30.00 Tonic Sol-Fa – January 11 & 12, 2012 (7:30PM) Improvisational and passionate music combined with cutting-edge stage presence is the bench- mark by which critics and fans agree: nobody does it like Tonic Sol-fa. Advance Tickets: $25.00 Day of Show: $30.00 Martin Zellar – January 19, 2012 (7:30PM) Former leader of the legendary Midwest-based and country-rock band, the magic of Zellar’s songs is a combination of lyrical sincerity, inspired yet simple arrangements, and his unmistakable raspy voice. Advance Tickets: $20.00 Day of Show: $25.00 Tickets for all four shows available at www.maplewoodarts.com! SHLANDPRODUCTIONS Performance for a Lifetime www.ashlandproductions.org 651-274-8020 January 25, 26, 27 February 1, 2, 3, 8, 9, 10 Performances February 21 - May 5 CT! Ashland Collaborative eater P ir ates The M u s ical