HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-02-1997 CMW COUNCIL/MANAGER WORKSHOP
OF THE
CITY OF MAPLEWOOD
5:00 p.m. Monday, June 2, 1997
Maplewood, Room City Hall
MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Councilmember Koppen at 5`.02 p.m:
B. ROLL CALL
Mayor Gary Bastian Absent
Councilmember Sherry Allenspach Present
Cauncihnember Dale Carlson Present
Councilmember Marvin Koppen Present
(5:45 appointed Councilmember Carlson to finish the meeting.)
Councilmember George Rossbach Present
Others Present
David Piggot, Metro East Development Partnership
City Manager Michael McGuire
Community Development Director Melinda Coleman
Community Services Coordinator Colleen Dirkswager
Parks and Recreation Director Bruce Anderson
Public Works Director Ken Haider
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Councilmember Rossbach requested that the following itemsbe added (I31) Mitsubishi and (H2)
Arcade Street. Councilmember Koppen moved approval of the agenda as amended. The motion
was seconded by Councilmember Rossbach and approved.
Ayes: All present
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D. METRO EAST DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP UPDATE
The City Manager introduced David Piggot, the Executive Director of the Metro East
Development Partnership. David Piggot provided a brief summary of the partnerships
annual report. He also explained, more in-depth, their internal restructuring and focus for
the partnership, as well as their goals for 1997. There was some discussion about whether
the partnership is truly partnering with other entities in the same line of work and on the
overall impact the partnership has in Maplewood.
E. NON PUBLIC /PUBLIC ROADS
City Manager McGuire briefly outlined the issue and the potential impact in Maplewood.
He then turned the discussion over to Public Works Director Haider. Haider outlined the
requirements of the city in respect to this issue. He further explained in order to
accomplish this they would need to establish a policy of plowing and maintaining of these
roads. Haider will provide the council with an inventory of how many of these roads exist
and their locations, as well as, a draft policy for maintenance to be brought back to council
for consideration before winter. Further discussion on the concern this creates for other
residents with similar situations and the possible directions the city could take on these
issues.
F. PRELIMINARY DISCUSSION ON OPEN SPACE LAND USE POLICY.
City Manager McGuire introduced the topic and introduced Parks and Recreation
Director Anderson to summarize the Open Space Land Management Plan which they
would like the council to review, discuss and adopt for the record. Anderson provided the
council with some history of where the plan originated, highlights of the plan, and
requested the council accept the Open Space Land Management Plan. Anderson will have
City Attorney Kelly provide us with a written legal interpretation of what monies can be
used for. Councilmember Carlson requested a press release regarding the acceptance of
the Plan.
Councilmember Rossbach moved to accept the Plan. The motion was seconded by
Councilmember Allenspach and approved
Ayes: All present
G. COMMUNITY ORIENTED SERVICES UPDATE
Community Services Coordinator Dirkswager provided a summary of activities for the
month of May.
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H. OTHER BUSINESS
1. Mitsubishi Councilmember Rossbach explained the concern the residents have
with respect to the lights infringing on their homes. The light causing the concerns is
either out or turned off. Community Development Director Coleman will keep an eye on
this issue and follow-up with the dealer should it be necessary.
2. Arcade Street Councilmember Rossbach mentioned that Joel Schurkee at
2l 70 Arcade, is concerned about the county surveying his street. A letter announcing the
paving came recently, but he mentioned that he was interested in getting a bike and
walking lane or trail being added. Public Works Director Haider mentioned that he has
pursued efforts to get the county to inform us when they are beginning these projects, so
he can organize a neighborhood meeting, but has been unsuccessful in his efforts. Haider
will call Mr. Schurkee.
I.I`t[1TURE TOPICS
No additional topics were added.
J. ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Allenspach moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:07 p.m. The motion was
seconded by Councilmember Rossbach and approved.
Ayes: All present