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Home My WebLink About2026-05-26 City Council Meeting Minutes MINUTES MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, May 26, 2026 City Hall, Council Chambers Meeting No. 10-26 A. CALL TO ORDER A meeting of the City Council was held in the City Hall Council Chambers and was called to order at 7:00 p.m.by Mayor Abrams. Mayor Abrams reflected on Memorial Day and shared attending a service at Sunset Memorial. B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. ROLL CALL Marylee Abrams, Mayor Present Rebecca Cave, Councilmember Present Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember Present Chonburi Lee, Councilmember Absent Nikki Villavicencio, Councilmember Present D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Councilmember Cave moved to approve the agenda as submitted. Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All The motion passed. E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. May 11, 2026 City Council Workshop Minutes Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the May 11, 2026 City Council Workshop Minutes as submitted. Seconded by Councilmember Villavicencio Ayes – All The motion passed. 2. May 11, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the May 11, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes as submitted. Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes – All The motion passed. May 26, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes 1 F. APPOINTMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS 1. Administrative Presentations a. Council Calendar Update City Manager Sable gave an update to the council calendar and reviewed other topics of concern or interest requested by councilmembers. 2. Council Presentations None 3. Strategic Plan Update for First Quarter 2026 Senior Administrative Manager Knutson gave the presentation. Council made comments. Finance Director Rueb and City Manager Sable provided additional information. Councilmember Juenemann moved to accept the strategic plan report for the first quarter of 2026. Seconded by Councilmember Villavicencio Ayes – All The motion passed. G. CONSENT AGENDA – Items on the Consent Agenda are considered routine and non- controversial and are approved by one motion of the council. If a councilmember requests additional information or wants to make a comment regarding an item, the vote should be held until the questions or comments are made then the single vote should be taken. If a councilmember objects to an item it should be removed and acted upon as a separate item. Councilmember Cave moved to approve agenda items G1-G5. Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Mayor Abrams made a friendly amendment to pull agenda items G4 and G5 for separate votes and approve agenda items G1-G3. Ayes – All The motion passed. 1. Approval of Claims Councilmember Cave moved to approve the approval of claims. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE: $ 305,604.08 Checks # 125423 thru # 125474 dated 5/13/26 May 26, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes 2 $ 561,690.11 Disbursements via debits to checking account dated 5/4/26 thru 5/17/26 $ 867,294.19 Total Accounts Payable PAYROLL $ 847,042.87 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 5/8/26 $ 847,042.87 Total Payroll $ 1,714,337.06 GRAND TOTAL Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All The motion passed. 2. Resolution Supporting the Ramsey County Site Assessment Grant for Kohlman Park Councilmember Cave moved to approve the resolution of support for the application for a Ramsey County Site Assessment Grant to offset the cost of the environmental assessment work at Kohlman Park. Resolution 26-05-2503 RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR A GRANT FUND APPLICATION TO RAMSEY COUNTY SITE ASSESSMENT GRANTS PROGRAM FOR KOHLMAN PARK WHEREAS, Minnesota Brownfields administers the Ramsey County Site Assessment Grants (SAG) program, which provides grants for environmental assessment of property in Ramsey County using funding from the County’s Environmental Response Fund ("ERF"); and WHEREAS, City of Maplewood (the "Applicant") qualifies under the SAG program; and WHEREAS, the Applicant owns 1080 County Road C E, Maplewood, Minnesota (the "Project Site") and proposes a park reinvestment project that requires environmental assessment; and WHEREAS, the Applicant intends to submit an application to Minnesota Brownfields seeking SAG funds for environmental assessment activities at the Project Site; and WHEREAS, the SAG application materials call for a City Council resolution of support from the host city; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota: May 26, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes 3 1. The City of Maplewood supports the Applicant’s submission to Minnesota Brownfields for funding through the Ramsey County SAG Program, which is funded by the Ramsey County Environmental Response Fund. 2. This resolution of support does not constitute approval of land use, zoning, building permits, or any other city approvals or financial commitments, which, if required, will be considered under separate processes Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All The motion passed. 3. 2026 Building Improvements Contract Councilmember Cave moved to authorize Trane to perform building improvements at Maplewood City Hall, Maplewood Public Works, and the Maplewood South Fire Station. Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All The motion passed. 4. Metropolitan Livable Communities Act Grant and Loan Agreements, Gladstone Crossing, 1375 Frost Avenue East Community and Economic Development Director Parr have the staff report. Kevin Walker, Vice President of Housing with Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative, provided further information. Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve grant and loan agreements between the city, Metropolitan Council and Gladstone Crossing Limited Partnership and authorize the mayor, city manager and city attorney to complete and execute all required documents. Seconded by Councilmember Villavicencio Ayes – All The motion passed. 5. Assignment and Assumption Agreement, Gladstone Crossing, DEED Subgrant Agreement Councilmember Cave moved to approve an assignment and assumption agreement between the city, Beacon Acquisition, LLC and Gladstone Crossing Limited Partnership for the subgrant agreement for a $101,375 Redevelopment Grant awarded by DEED. Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All The motion passed. H. PUBLIC HEARINGS – If you are here for a Public Hearing please familiarize yourself with the Rules of Civility printed on the back of the agenda. Sign in with the City Clerk before addressing the council. At the podium please state your name and address clearly for the record. All comments/questions shall be posed to the Mayor and Council. May 26, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes 4 The Mayor will then direct staff, as appropriate, to answer questions or respond to comments. None I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. MCC/YMCA Discussion City Manager Sable gave the staff report. Council shared opinions. City Manager Sable and Public Works Director Love answered questions of council. No action required. J. NEW BUSINESS 1. Commitment to Volunteerism Proclamation City Manager Sable gave the staff report. Councilmember Juenemann moved to adopt the Commitment to Volunteerism Proclamation. COMMITTMENT TO VOLUNTEERISM PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, we ﬁrmly believe that the values of compassion, empathy, and community support are the foundation of a united and harmonious society, fostering connections that transcend diﬀerences; and WHEREAS the strength and prosperity of our cities, towns, and villages are based in the selﬂessness of its residents to serve and uplift one another; and WHEREAS, we acknowledge the profound impact that can be achieved when we extend a helping hand to our neighbors, especially those of diverse backgrounds, living them up and collectively working to improve lives; and WHEREAS, we nurture a culture of giving within our cities, emphasizing that volunteerism is not just a duty but a source of personal fulﬁllment and community strength; and as we work side by side with and learn from each other, mutual understanding increases, misconceptions can be corrected, and new friendships are built; and WHEREAS, we urge all residents to volunteer, and engage in acts of service and kindness that contribute to our city's betterment and its inhabitants' well-being, regardless of background or belief; and WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood, Minnesota has joined a growing list of supporters, including the President of the National League of Cities and hundreds of leaders to date, in making a commitment to volunteerism; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that the City of Maplewood, Minnesota commits to promoting volunteerism, leveraging JustServe.org to make it easier for residents to ﬁnd and engage in volunteer opportunities and will regularly acknowledge and celebrate the contributors of volunteers. May 26, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes 5 Seconded by Councilmember Villavicencio Ayes – All The motion passed. K. AWARD OF BIDS None L. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Abrams adjourned the meeting at 8:09 p.m. Andrea Sindt, City Clerk May 26, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes 6