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Maplewood Monthly
May 2010 City Newsletter
Save The Date
FRIDAY, JUNE 11, 6:00 - 10:00PM
ever Suds, Sauce, and Soul event! Join us on Friday, June 11
Soul
Kid’s Stuff Sale
on the Maplewood Community Center Campus (located at
May 7, 4:30 - 7:30PM
2100 White Bear Avenue) for an evening of food and fun
at Maplewood Community Center
at our outdoor grilling extravaganza. Feed your soul with
live music from Alison Scott, tantalize your taste buds with lip
Alison Scott & Brian Leighton
smacking barbeque and wash it all down with a cold brew from
May 7, 7:30PM
the Maplewood-Oakdale Lions.
at the Maplewood Performing Arts Theatre
BBQ masters and grilling gurus from Maplewood and surrounding
National Trails Day
communities will be serving up taste-tempting treats. Throughout the
June 5 at the Maplewood Community
night our expert panel of Foodie judges will be on hand to taste and test
Center & Maplewood Nature Center
the many offerings. Ultimately they will choose a winner in each of three
Suds, Sauce & Soul
categories including: Best Wings, Best Ribs, and Best Sauce. Stick
June 11, 6:00 - 10:00PM
around until the end of the night to hear the winners announced and
at Maplewood Community Center
see if you agree! Judges will include: Greg Fox, Dakota County
Hog Farmer and Minnesota Pork Board, a food expert from City
Extremely Green Summer Party
Pages, and a BBQ guru from the Minnesota Barbecue Society.
June 18, 5:00 - 8:00PM
at Maplewood Nature Center
With bragging rights (as well as a great prize package!) on the line, our BBQ Masters will surely pull
out all the stops and serve up the best of the best! Before you leave don’t forget to stop and visit
some of our retail vendors offering all things grilling including BBQ related accessories and supply
items such as sauces, rubs, grills, grill starters, and unique BBQ tools.
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Transit Link & NEST
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Primary Election
SATURDAY, JUNE 5, 8:30AM - 1:00PM
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Council Corner
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Rec Fire Codes
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Prepare To Stop
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Fitness
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Youth Programs
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Aquatics & CPR
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Adult & 55+ Programs
Will Rossbach: Mayor 651.484.5427 will.rossbach@ci.maplewood.mn.us
Kathleen Juenemann: Councilmember 651.771.3670 kathleen.juenemann@ci.maplewood.mn.us
James Llanas: Councilmember 651.488.2745 james.llanas@ci.maplewood.mn.us
John Nephew: Councilmember 651.776.5963 john.nephew@ci.maplewood.mn.us
Julie Wasiluk: Concilmember 651.776.2633 julie.wasiluk@ci.maplewood.mn.us
Jim Antonen: City Manager 651.249.2050 jim.antonen@ci.maplewood.mn.us
Frequently Called Numbers
Maplewood Meeting Schedule
Business & Economic Development Commission:
Maplewood City Hall
Monday, May 3 & June 7 at 7:00PM
General Information 651.249.2000
City Council: Monday, May 10 & 24 at 7:00PM
Deputy Registrar and Passport Hours:
City Council Wksp: Monday, May 3 at 5:15PM
Monday - Friday: 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Saturday: 8:00AM - 12:00PM
Citizen’s Forum: Saturday, May 1 at 10:00AM (City Hall)
Saturday, June 5 at 10:00AM (Fire Station 3)
Maplewood Community Center
Community Design Review Board: Tuesday, May 11 & 25 at 6:00PM
Registration 651.249.2230
Customer Service 651.249.2230
Environmental & Natural Resource Commission: Monday, May 17 at 7:00PM
Admissions 651.249.2210
Historical Preservation Committee: Thursday, May 20 at 7:00PM
Theater/Banquet Room Rental 651.249.2103
Housing & Redevelopment Authority: Wednesday, May 12 at 7:00PM
Group Information 651.249.2203
Park & Recreation Commission: Wednesday, May 19 at 7:00PM
Birthday Parties 651.249.2203
Aquatics 651.249.2206
Planning Commission: Tuesday, May 4 & 18 at 7:00PM
Child Care 651.249.2218
Fitness 651.249.2207
All City Council and Commission meetings are broadcast live on
Channel 16 and are rebroadcast on a schedule that is posted at
Maplewood Recreation
www.ci.maplewood.mn.us.* Any meeting cancellations are posted on
General Information 651.249.2124
the City’s website.
Maplewood Nature Center
*Meetings are also streamed live on the City’s website.
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.
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City of Maplewood 1 May 2010
Filing Period For The Office Of City
Transit Link Has Replaced Northeast
Councilmember
Suburban Transit (NEST)
Primary Election August 10, 2010
NEST Dial-a-Ride is no longer the curb-to-curb service provider for
The State Primary Election will be
Maplewood riders. Transit Link replaced NEST this past March and
held on August 20, 1010. In
is now the provider for Maplewood and nearby communities. The
conjunction with the State Primary
Metropolitan Council facilitates the Transit Link service.
a Special Election will be on the
Transit Link services the public where regular route transit service
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is not available and operates throughout Twin Cities communities. It
is shared-ride service, which must be reserved before the trip – the
term vacated by councilmember
Rossbach when he was elected to
trips that can’t be accomplished on regular transit routes alone, and
may combine regular route and Transit Link service. If a rider must
a recount is required; the
walk more than ¼ mile to a stop in the winter and more than ½ mile
individual elected will be sworn in
to a stop in the summer, the trip will qualify for Transit Link, at least
on August 23, 2010. The term will expire December 31, 2011.
door-to-door service and will not be required to walk to a regular
route transit stop.
10, 2010 Special Primary Election will be held from May 18, 2010 to
Trip Distance Fare
Less than 10 miles $2.25 each way
For additional information contact Karen Guilfoile at 651.249.2002 or
Between 10 and 20 miles $4.50 each way
at karen.guilfoile@ci.maplewood.mn.us.
Greater than 20 miles $6.75 each way
regardless of distance. Group discounts will also be available.
Transit Link service is curb-to-curb service, which means riders
are picked up and dropped off at the curb of scheduled pickup and
destination locations. Drivers will provide assistance with up to four
will receive door-to-door assistance, upon request, meaning the
driver may assist them in getting from their front door to the bus
and vice versa.
Transit Link service is county-based and not intended for
commuters. Please call 651.602.LINK (5465) to ask about
availability for your trip. Standard hours of operations for riders
are weekdays from 6:00AM to 7:00PM
It should be noted that Metro Mobility is also a shared public
Rides are provided for any purpose but riders must submit an
application form to quality. Customer service for Metro Mobility
can be reached by dialing 651.602.1111. The cost for utilizing this
door-to-door service ranges from $3.00 to $4.00 per one-way trip.
For more information, please call Metro Transit at 612.373.3333 to
speak to a transit expert.
City of Maplewood 2 May 2010
By Councilmember John Nephew
A Retreat To Move Forward
On a Friday in early February, the City Council and the management
The purpose of the retreat was threefold: to set council direction and
goals for the next 2-3 years, identify short-term priorities, and build
trust and better ways of working between staff and council.
We started by reviewing the city’s assets and obstacles. Maplewood
Councilmembers Nephew and Llanas, Mayor Rossbach,
has a strong history, treasured parks and preserves, high quality
Councilmembers Wasiluk and Junemann
services, dedicated staff, a robust business community, and an
advantageous location within the Metro area. The city also faces
Goal Number 2 - Good Government
and unfunded mandates from higher levels of government.
Make Maplewood city government transparent and accessible;
steps to restore trust and respect between the citizens, staff and
produced a list of goals for discussion. We came to an agreement
on what to prioritize. The following emerged as our top seven, as
recorded by the retreat facilitator:
Goal Number 3 - Parks and Recreation Department
Re-establish a Parks and Recreation Department using input from
Goal Number 1 - Restore Reputation of Maplewood
citizen surveys; revitalize leadership, establish new direction,
Re-establish Maplewood’s reputation as an attractive, viable
program determination/stabilization, and possible joint venture with
neighboring communities.
leadership with professional and dedicated staff.
Goal Number 4 (tie) - Environmental Planning
Further develop processes for “going green,” sustainability.
Goal Number 5 (tie) - Fiscal Responsibility
eye to providing stability and maximum value in the long term for our
citizens.
Goal Number 6 - Infrastructure
Complete infrastructure upgrades.
Goal Number 7 - Redevelopment Plan
Create and commit to a redevelopment plan for the city through
prioritizing and updating the Master Plan.
At our April 12th meeting, the Maplewood City Council formally
adopted these goals by a unanimous vote.
assistance from the state has declined, the demand for services,
have to balance the need to limit the growth of property taxes, with
the need to make the investments in our community that will bring
greater prosperity and stability for all in the long term. Identifying
these shared goals is an essential step toward better governance
in our city.
City of Maplewood 3 May 2010
Extreme
Less Than 50 DAYS Left To Register
Green Makeover
Green Makeover
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Transforming Yards For A Sustainable Maplewood
www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/extremegreen
Extreme Green Makeover EVENTSFREE Rain Barrel Installation
:
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Maplewood Residents - Time is running out to get your application
(Adults)
in for the $15,000 Extreme Green Yard Makeover! Simply
INSTALLATION DATES: MAY 11 OR JUNE 15, 7:00PM
attend a qualifying event up to June 25 to pick up your application.
Watch how Corrie Zoll of Metro Blooms installs rain barrels in
For more information, call 651.249.2170, or visit the website at
homeowners’ yards. Learn the techniques necessary for successful
www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/extremegreen.
installation and get answers to your rain barrel questions.
To register, call the Nature Center at 651.249.2170.
(All ages)
Waterfest At Lake Phalen
SATURDAY, MAY 8, 1:00 - 3:00PM
(All ages)
AT THE MAPLEWOOD NATURE CENTER
SATURDAY, MAY 22, 10:00AM - 2:00PM (FREE)
Co-sponsored by The Friends of Maplewood Nature
Co-sponsored by The Ramsey-Washington
Discover the beauty of Maplewood’s southern most Greenway
Metro Watershed District
Look for the Maplewood Nature Center booth and lots of other fun
your yard. Learn how local citizens want to preserve the area. Hike
displays and hands-on activities at Waterfest including: canoe rides,
along primitive trails and uneven terrain. Meet at Oakwood Church,
1388 Pointe Douglas Road South, in St. Paul.
more! Learn how to keep our waters clean for people and wildlife.
Register online at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/extremegreen
Visit www.rwmwd.org for more information.
Annual Inspections of Elm, Oak & Ash
Inspector, to survey the city’s trees for Dutch elm disease, oak wilt
and emerald ash borer. If you suspect you have a diseased tree, call
the city’s disease tree hotline at 651.249.2177. Information about
these diseases is available on the city’s website www.ci.maplewood.
mn.us/trees. The city is required by state law to survey and control
diseased trees. Maplewood requires tree removal companies to be
licensed with the city. The list of contractors licensed with the city of
they are licensed with the city and have experience and knowledge
of trees, removal and disease.
Emerald Ash Borer Workshop (Adults)
MONDAY, JUNE 7, 7:00 - 8:00PM
answer all your questions about this invasive pest, and what steps
we can take to prevent its spread. Learn to identify this insect, what
signs to look for in your ash, and any prevention methods. The
workshop takes place at the Maplewood Nature Center. Call
651.249.2170 to register.
Plant A Tree This Year
The City of Maplewood is offering a purchase rebate to
residential and commercial property owners for planting shade trees
on landscaped property in Maplewood. The price of the tree will
be reimbursed by the city at a 50% cost-share of up to $100 per tree.
For each household, up to 4 trees may be purchased, at a total maxi-
mum reimbursement of $200. Please visit www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/
trees to get all the information you need before purchasing your tree.
City of Maplewood 4 May 2010
What Property Owners Living
Pride Of Maplewood Award
Adjacent To Wetlands Should Know
Coordinator for the Maplewood Fire
Department. Susan joined the City
October 1,1996.
open space for human interaction, and are an integral part of the
“Since the day she started, she has
city’s environment. Activity surrounding wetlands may degrade,
been a leader in moving the
pollute, or accelerate the aging of wetlands.
department forward”.
To protect
residents and to her day-to-
this valuable
Steve Lukin, Fire Chief (right) presents award to
day duties put her in a class of
resource,
outstanding”.
Maplewood
“Susan has learned to take blood pressures and loves to do
updated
them for the folks who walk in. She always has a positive
its wetland
attitude when you are around her”.
ordinance in
“Susan is a team player and is always looking for ways to
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make the department better. She is well liked by all her co-
2009. The
workers and delivers each and every day both internal and
ordinance tries
external outstanding customer service.”
to balance the
protection of wetlands with the right of private land owners to use
Susan is now the Pride of Maplewood too. Thanks, Susan, for
their land. An important part of protecting a wetland is protecting
all you do.
the buffer (strip of vegetation) located between developed land
and a wetland. A good buffer protects a wetland, adds beauty,
and provides habitat for wildlife. The city’s goal is to ensure that
the quality of buffers and wetlands improves over time, rather
than deteriorates.
The ordinance allows for existing mowed lawns adjacent to
wetlands, within a buffer, to be used to their full potential. So
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property owners that are currently mowing lawn up to or near the
water’s edge may continue to do so. However, the city encourages
property owners to restore a strip of non-mowed vegetation along
the water.
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For buffers with existing native or naturalized vegetation, the
ordinance allows small scale management of buffers, but these
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areas cannot be changed to lawn. A Wetland Buffer Management
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Worksheet and city staff approval is required for activities in buffers
that may have an impact on the wetland. The worksheet is intended
to help residents understand the potential for damage and make
sure the plans for their project have minimized that risk.
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For more information on what activities are permitted or restricted
in a wetland buffer, view the Resident’s Guide to Wetlands located
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on the city’s website at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/wetlands.
For additional information or to have a guide mailed, faxed, or
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e-mailed to you, please contact Shann Finwall, Environmental
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City of Maplewood 5 May 2010
Business and Economic Development Commission Look To Foster
Future Opportunities
On July 27, 2009 the city council established the Business and commission members were selected by the City Council and are
Economic Development Commission (BEDC). This commission was Maplewood residents and/or businesses owners in the community.
created in response to the city of Maplewood’s effort to direct more All seven members of the BEDC are deeply committed to
of its efforts into economic development and redevelopment. It has jumpstarting this economic development effort and especially want
been determined in order for Maplewood to continue to grow and to reach out to the business community in Maplewood to address
prosper the city will need to be an active player in economic issues. their concerns. Creating partnerships with the Maplewood business
The following mission and vision statements serve to guide the community is essential to the success of this effort.
BEDC as it considers issues.
“The mission of the Business and Economic Development City Council chambers at City Hall. The general public and members
Commission is to advise the Maplewood economic development of the business community are invited to attend meetings. BEDC
authority on issues relating to maintaining, expanding and members also want to encourage residents and business owners
diversifying the economic and business opportunities in the city to contact them if they have any ideas or concerns for the city as it
of Maplewood while addressing the needs of the city’s residents’ directs more of its resources towards economic development and
quality of life and its environment.”redevelopment.
“The vision of the Business and Economic Development Contact information for all seven BEDC members can be found on
Commission is to promote and develop Maplewood’s high quality the city’s website – www.ci.maplewood.mn.us. The city’s website
business environment and thriving community. The commission also has several pages dedicated to economic development for
will achieve its vision by promoting Maplewood’s strategic location, additional information including a map displaying all commercial
educated workforce and desirable working environment. The and industrial properties in the city either for sale or for lease. Also,
commission is committed to the success of Maplewood’s business feel free to contact any Maplewood city staff member with ideas
community while improving employment opportunities for the or concerns. Michael Martin, a planner with the city, serves as the
residents of Maplewood.”staff liaison for the BEDC and can be reached at 651.249.2303 or
Michael.Martin@ci.maplewood.mn.us.
Ramsey County Master Gardeners
questions from the public on topics ranging from sustainable lawn care
and vegetable gardening to composting and proper pesticide use and
the recent, serious threat from emerald ash borer. The program aims
to connect University of Minnesota resources with the environmental
needs and initiatives of Ramsey County. As part of this, Master
Gardeners are reaching out to underserved audiences in Ramsey
County, especially Hmong and Hispanic communities. For more
information, call 651.704.2063 or email rcmg@umn.edu.
FREE Services For Residents
1) Master Gardener Line 651.704.2071
Get a researched answer!
2) FREE Plant and Insect Diagnoses Clinic
www.co.ramsey.mn.us/mastergardener/services.htm
Master Gardener PLANT SALE!
May 22, 9:30AM-12 noon. The ‘Barn’
2020 White Bear Avenue, St. Paul
City of Maplewood 6 May 2010
2170 East County Road D, Maplewood
We Want Your Feedback On
Maplewood Parks & Recreation
The City of Maplewood strives to provide the highest quality
possible in parks and recreation opportunities to our citizens and
neighbors. We are always looking for ways to improve our services.
Please take a few moments to give us your feedback on how we
It’s spring in Maplewood. That
are performing. There is a short survey available on the City’s
homepage under the Maplewood News section at
ride bicycles and enjoy
www.ci.maplewood.mn.us. Look for print versions of the survey at
the Maplewood Library, the Maplewood Community Center, or at
Last year your City Council
Maplewood City Hall. The survey is only available until June 1st.
reviewed the City’s Ordinance
If you have any questions regarding this survey, our parks,
recreation and leisure programs, and natural resources offerings
as it had been many years since
contact the Parks and Recreation Survey Coordinator John Helcl
the Ordinance was looked at. In
at 651.249.2023 or recreation programming at 651.249.2007.
January the Council passed new
language regarding those types
Thank you in advance for your participation in this survey. Your
input is greatly appreciated and is essential in our efforts to maintain
high quality programs for Maplewood residents and the surrounding
The State of Minnesota regulates
communities.
what are referred to as “outdoor
Code. Technically, all outdoor
Fires are prohibited in Minnesota.
all, safe. The City’s Ordinance addresses each of these points
in some detail. Essentially instructing how far away from buildings
Ordinance Highlights
please contact the Assistant Fire Chief/Fire Marshall, Butch
Gervais at 651.249.2804.
City of Maplewood 7 May 2010
Sold Out Theatre Cheers On Step Up
Prepare To Stop!
To The Mic Finalists And Winners!
Each year the city receives several
requests for installing or removing stop
signs. Proponents to stop sign installation
typically present a relatively emotional
appeal based on a recent accident or series
of “near misses”. Opponents to stop signs
voice their dissatisfaction with the
inconvenience, noise, pollution, and
Brenna Skallet
determined motorists who simply ignore Selena BrillsKisonEllis Richardson
Congratulations to Maplewood’s newest music stars – the Adult
or circumvent stop signs. Often a stop sign is installed at the
and Youth Winners of Step Up To The Mic! Over 200 youth and
request of neighborhood residents, only to be opposed by other
residents and subsequently removed.
Maplewood Performing Arts Theatre and Ashland Productions. After
To help eliminate this problem, the city council has an adopted
challenging preliminary rounds which took place at the beginning of
policy whereby the issues of neighborhood signs are heard once
each year. The following is the city council adopted neighborhood
the “Final 15” Final Show Friday, March 26 and Saturday, March 27.
stop-sign policy:
Winners included Youth Winner Brenna Skallet, a 14-year-old singer
1. Requests from citizens require a minimum of 12 property owner
from Thief River Falls, who also plays guitar, violin and piano. Her
signatures in order to show neighborhood support and hopefully
soul stirring rendition of Martina McBride’s “Anyway,” won her
to foster neighborhood discussion before going to the council.
approving comments and votes from the judges, including:
2. A response will be sent by the city to the requesting party
indicating that a public meeting will be held during the month
of July.
3. A special article will be published in the July Maplewood Monthly
providing a discussion of stop sign pros and cons, along with the
Selena Brills, a 10-year-old from Blaine, placed as the Youth
list of areas to be considered.
Runner-Up with her version of a country medley that combined
4. Depending on the number of requests, either a special meeting
“Blue” and “Cowboy Sweetheart.” As reward for their outstanding
or a regular council meeting will serve as the open meeting for
performances, Brenna won a Disney vacation for two as part of her
the public discussion.
extensive prize package and Selena took home the opportunity to
perform at “Sample Night Live,” in downtown St. Paul.
Keep in mind that this policy for one hearing per year applies only
to neighborhood stop signs. Other warranted stop sign requests will
The Adult Winner was Kison, also known as Kimberly Swanson, a
still be considered on a case-by-case basis throughout the year.
25-year-old singer-songwriter from Warren, MN who now lives and
Please send your petition, with a minimum of 12 property owner
works in Minneapolis. Her killing version of “I’ll Drown In My Own
signatures, to the public works department before May 21, 2010.
Tears” scored her the win and the following judge’s feedback:
On The Police Scanner
In March, the Maplewood Police Department responded to 1,925
calls for service.
Shoreview’s Ellis Richardson, a 20-year-old Hamline University
18 Assault Cases
student studying Theater Arts, took the Adult Runner-Up position
0 Robbery Case
with his version of “Sunday Morning” by Maroon 5.
16 Burglary Cases
121 Theft Cases
Kison won a studio recording experience as well as a prize package and
9 Auto Theft Cases
Ellis Richardson was given the opportunity to perform at “Sample
68 Theft from Vehicle Cases
Night Live,” in downtown St. Paul with Youth Runner Up Selena Brills.
26 Criminal Damage to Property Cases
Both winners will be performing live at the Taste of Maplewood,
August 6 & 7. Don’t miss their Maplewood debut appearances!
for DWI.
Proposed Ban On Coal Tar SealantsDoes The City Allow Those Signs?
The city adopted the surface water management plan as part of the When the snow melts and spring is
2030 Comprehensive Plan in January 2010. Implementation in the air, temporary signs along the
requirements of the surface water management plan call for an roads seem to pop up out of nowhere,
update to the city’s stormwater ordinance to ensure all requirements like sprouting tulips. Unlike tulips,
of the plan are being met. however, these signs can be unattractive,
cause nuisances, and can give a low
The Environmental and Natural Resources (ENR) Commission
impression of the community. Of par-
ticular concern are signs that advertise
ordinance language during two
a product or service sold elsewhere.
separate meetings. The ordinance is
now ready to be brought forward to In January 2010 the Maplewood City Council adopted a new
the city council for a public sign ordinance. Included in the ordinance were additional
restrictions on signs along roads. Following is a summary of the
2010 at 7:15PM at the City Council temporary signs which ARE allowed along the road:
chambers. 1. Garage Sale Signs
A summary of the ordinance changes include the requirement
that all new development and redevelopment projects which
the road
encompass one-half acre or more of disturbed area or 5,000 square-
feet or more of new impervious surface will be evaluated based on
the new stormwater requirements. For example: runoff rates shall
not exceed the pre-project runoff rates for the 2-year,
10-year, and 100-year critical duration storm events; volume
removed at least 1 day after the sale
practices for runoff volumes of at least 1.0 inch over all new
impervious and redevelopment impervious portions of a project; and 2. Off-Site Directional and Open House Real Estate Signs
no person shall throw, drain, discharge, into the municipal separate
storm sewer system any pollutants or waters containing any
pollutants other than stormwater. the road
Another important element of the proposed stormwater ordinance is
the ban on the use of coal tar sealants. The use of both asphalt and
coal tar based sealers on asphalt driveways is a common practice.
However coal tar sealant products contain high concentrations of
the day of the open house only
polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), which are formed by the
incomplete combustion of organic materials such as coal and oil.
road for 30 days per real estate listing
use of these products on stormwater runoff and certain health and
address, and telephone number of the person responsible for
environmental concerns. Asphalt based sealant is the preferred
the sign and the date the sign was installed along the road
alternative.
The city regulates temporary signs in order to facilitate
The 2009 Legislature enacted a bill that restricts state agencies from
communication, promote public safety, minimize visual
purchasing coal tar based sealants starting July 1st, 2010.
clutter, and enhance property values and business
Additional technical information can be found at www.pca.state.
opportunities. For more information visit the city’s website at
mn.us/water/stormwater/stormwater-coaltar.html. Visit the city’s
www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/signs or contact Shann Finwall at
website at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/stormwater to view the
proposed ordinance. For more information, contact Michael
Thompson, city engineer at 651.249.2403 or
michael.thompson@ci.maplewood.mn.us.
City of Maplewood 9 May 2010
The Maplewood Community Center will be
closed Monday, May 31 for Memorial Day.
The Maplewood Community Center Is Offering
A Great Membership Special With New
Activities For Tweens!
Looking for a healthy, fun way for your children to spend the summer? The Maplewood
Community Center is offering a Staycation Special geared especially for youth 10-17. For as little
as $90 your child can have full access to the Maplewood Community Center for 90 days and take
shooting hoops in the gym, and for ages 16-17 workout in the Strength and Cardio Center or
Wednesday from 1:00-2:00PM including Crazy Pool Games, Wii Sports, Drumming and Dodgeball.
Children under 10 are welcome to take part in the Staycation Special but must be accompanied
by an adult while visiting the community center. We will end the summer with a mini triathlon for
all participants. All tweens who visit the Maplewood Community Center and work out 30 of the
90 days will qualify for the Let’s Move program and will receive special prizes. Don’t wait, take
advantage of the Staycation Special now! Offer ends May 21, 2010. Some age restrictions apply.
Call 651.249.2230 for more information.
New! Boot Camp
THURSDAYS, MAY 20 - JUNE 24, 6:00 - 7:00PM
This workout has it all! With an emphasis on form and function, Boot Camp is designed to take your workout to a new level! Strength,
use of the BOSU balance trainer along with dumbbells, stability balls and bands. Work at your pace while completing the challenge of drills.
Cost is $48.00 ($36.00 for MCC members). Call 651.249.2230 or register the easy way-online! www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com
$0 INITIAL FEE
MEMBERSHIP SPECIAL
BUY 3 MONTHS
GET 1 FREE!
Hurry! Offer valid
May 1 -31, 2010 only.
Voted Best Fitness Center Nine Times.
2009
(651) 249-2230
City of Maplewood 10 May 2010
Summer Day Camp
MONDAY - FRIDAY, JUNE 14 - SEPTEMBER 3
9:00AM - 4:00PM (BEFORE & AFTER CARE AVAILABLE)
Maplewood Parks & Recreation still has openings in their popular
Camp
create a quality camp experience. The energetic staff who lead this
TUESDAYS - THURSDAYS, 9:00 - 12:00PM
camp are well trained, responsible, and excited for the campers to
join them in the summer adventures. Sibling discounts are offered.
Maplewood Community Center! Our pre-school camp is for children
Call 651.249.2230 to register or for more information.
wishing to go to camp, but not yet ready for a full day. Our camps
feature weekly themes, cooking, nature activities, arts and crafts
Karate
projects, swimming, games, free play, music, story time and more!
Put Your Child Center Stage With Martial Arts
Campers will have an opportunity to learn and play both indoors
Your child will learn the skills they need to be successful in life and
and out. All children MUST BE POTTY TRAINED. Cost is $50.00
learning; exercise, discipline, respect, team work and problem solving
($45.00 for MCC members) and includes a camp t-shirt. Staff ratio
to name a few. Taught by Mr. Welsh of The Edge Martial Arts at the
is 1 staff for every 5 campers and is limited to 20 campers per
Maplewood Community Center on Mondays. Cost is $60.00 and
session. Call 651.249.2230 to register.
SAVE!
($45.00 for MCC members). Call 651.249.2230 to register.
Silly Science: June 22 - 24
Register for 3 Months and receive $5 OFF each month.
Back To Nature: July 13 - 15
LITTLE DRAGONS
(ages 4-6) 5:15-5:45PM
Wacky Waters: July 20 - 22
BEGINNER
(ages 7+) 5:45-6:15PM
Silly Science: August 10 - 12
ADVANCED BEGINNER
(Gold belt and higher) 6:15-7:00PM
Red Cross Babysitting Class
Youth Basketball Clinic
SATURDAY, JUNE 26, 9:00AM - 3:30PM
THURSDAYS, MAY 20 – JUNE 24
This clinic is designed for boys and girls Kindergarten through
dealing with the challenges and rewards of caring for younger
grade 5 who want to learn the basic skills of basketball or want to
children. Students will learn and put into practice valuable concepts
and problem solving skills and upon course completion will be Red
rules of the game, the different lines on a court, dribbling, passing,
shooting, offensive and defensive positioning among other skills
ages 11 and up and will meet in the MCC Activity Room.Cost
leading to game play. Basketball hoop heights will be adjusted to
is $60.00 and includes a $10.00 Red Cross Kit. Students
meet the needs of participants. Each player will receive a cool clinic
should bring a bag lunch or money for the MCC Concessions
shirt! Cost is $50.00 ($40 for MCC members). The clinic is held at
Counter. Class size is limited. Call 651.249.2230 to register early!
the Maplewood Community Center. Call 651.249.22330 to register.
SUMMER HORSE DAY CAMPS
K - 1st grade 5:30 - 6:25PM
August 10-12 andAugust 23-25, 9:00 - 12:00PM
2nd - 3rd grade 6:30 - 7:25PM
This camp is geared for younger
4th - 5th grade 7:30 - 8:25PM
riders (ages 7-12) of all skill levels.
Young Rembrandts
Campers will participate in grooming,
(Ages 6-12 years)
Summer Cartooning
tacking, and riding each day. Campers
will leave the Maplewood Community
MONDAYS, JULY 12 - AUGUST 16 10:00-11:00AM
Center at 9:00AM, returning there
THURSDAYS, JULY 15 - AUGUST 19, 6:30-7:30PM
at 12:00PM. Parents are invited to a
Create amazing cartoons! Discover story-telling through pictures.
Photo op on Friday to observe their
You will build artistic skills with step-by-step instructions from an
campers in action. The 3 Day Summer
enthusiastic and talented teacher. This class will expand your
Camps are held at Woodloch Stable in
knowledge in art. Class will be held at the Maplewood Community
Center and cost is $60.00 per session. Call 651.249.2230 to register.
fast! Call 651.249.2230 to register.
City of Maplewood 11 May 2010
3rd Lair Skate Park Camp
SESSION 1: JUNE 21 - 25, 8:15AM - 3:00PM
SESSION 2: JULY 12 - 16, 8:15AM - 3:00PM
SESSION 3: AUGUST 2 - 6, 8:15AM - 3:00PM
Lair! Ages 8 - 16 and all skill levels are welcome. The campers are taught the basics:
balance, pushing, dropping in, skatepark safety and etiquette. Equipment needed for
camp: skateboard, and helmet. Knee pads, elbow pads, and wrist guards are recommended.
Registration deadline is one week before camp.
Cost is $180.00 which includes
transportation from the MCC. Lunch may be purchased at the skate-park for $4.00 or you
can bring a bag lunch.
Campers will receive: a 20010 skateboard camp t-shirt, 3rd Lair photo ID card, free open
skate everyday after camp, free pad and equipment rental, 10% off in the SkateShop
completion for every rider, and promotional products from our sponsors.
Summer Volleyball Camp
STARTING IN AUGUST
If you want to learn about volleyball, improve your skills, or prepare for tryouts, Kokoro
Volleyball will help you reach your goals. Our camps are lead by R. T. Luczak who has
coached all ages from beginning players to Collegiate Division I and Professional players.
All Camps will be held at Edgerton Community Gym, 1929 Edgerton Street in Maplewood.
Cost is $200.00 per camp and includes 20 hours of instruction and a camp t-shirt.
For more information or to register, call 651.750.2876.
Maplewood Nature Center Family Events!
Peer Into The Pond (FREE!)
SATURDAY, MAY 29, 1:30 - 2:30PM
Children ages 5 and up with an adult can catch, identify and release snails,
Want To See The Largest
Pin Oak In The state?
live under our TV video cam. Call 651.249.2170 to register.
Happy Trails Hike (FREE!)
You need go no farther than the nature center! The
SATURDAY, JUNE 5, 9:30 - 11:30AM
big oak tree under which so many have picnicked, has
Children ages 4 and up with an adult can celebrate National Trails Day with
been measured and emerged as a new champion for
a naturalist-led on the nature center’s new trail system. Grab a Fun Pack
2010! It will be listed on the state’s Big Tree Registry,
and is currently on the city’s Big Tree Registry –
the way. Call 651.249.2170 to register.
check out the Big Tree Registry under the
Junior Volunteers (FREE!)
nature center, on-line. Our new champion
status will be celebrated this year
TUESDAY, JUNE 8, 6:30 - 8:00PM (informational mtg)
at the Arbor Day event held May 1.
TUESDAYS, JUNE 15 - JULY 27, 9:30 - 11:15AM
Children ages 10-14 are invited to make new friends and learn about the
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outdoors. Assist the naturalist with on-going trail projects and neighborhood
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Help take care of the live animals. Informational meeting: Parent and child
attendance required. Call 651.249.2170 To register.
City of Maplewood 12 May 2010
SUMMER SWIM REGISTRATION IS GOING ON NOW!
Course descriptions may be found on our website at www.maplewoodcommunitycenter.com.
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All summer full session classes include eight lessons and cost $68.00 ($53.00 for MCC members).
QUATICENTER
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Semi-private lessons are available Monday - Thursday at a rate of $115.00 ($90.00 for MCC members).
PECIALVENTS
To register,
stop by the Maplewood Community Center Customer Service Desk (Monday
9:00AM - 7:00PM, Tuesday - Friday 9:00AM - 5:00PM, Saturday 9:00AM - 12:00PM). Online
Magic Island, beach balls,
registration is also available at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us (click on I Want To or E-Services).
tubes, and almost everything
Or register by phone at 651.249.2230.
be available in the pool for
Private lessons are also available by arrangement. All private lessons are 30 minutes. To
everyone to enjoy. Bring the
schedule your private lesson today, contact Ron at 651.249.2206 or ron.horwath@ci.maplewood.mn.us.
whole family. FREE for
members and the cost of
Water Safety Instructor Training
daily admission for
non-members.
MONDAY - FRIDAY, JUNE 14 - 18, 9:00AM - 6:00PM
Are you interested in being trained as a Red Cross Water Safety Instructor?
We are now offering WSI training for individuals ages 16+. Cost is $225.00.
Flotation Days
May 28 & June 25
Water Safety Aide Program
5:00 - 8:00PM
SATURDAY, JUNE 12, 1:00 - 6:00PM
We now offer FREE training to individuals 10 and older who have
National Trails Day
completed Red Cross Swim Level 4 and are interested in being a volunteer
Special Flotation Event
aide for our swim lessons program. For more information contact Ron at
June 5, 10:00 - 1:00PM
651.249.2206 or at ron.horwath@ci.maplewood.mn.us.
Wacky Flotation
Lifeguarding Training
Wednesday
MONDAY - FRIDAY, JUNE 21 - 25, 1:00 - 6:00PM
June 30, 1:00 - 4:00PM
Lifeguard Training class is offered through the MCC to train and certify
perspective candidates to be lifeguards. If you are interested in a job that
provides good pay and teaches lifesaving skills, then this is the class for
you! Cost is $180.00 ($150.00 MCC members). Call 651.249.2230 to register.
CPR/AED and First Aid Classes
These classes are designed to inform people how to respond in
emergency and life-threatening situations. After successful
completion of the course participants will receive Red Cross
Center. Cost is $80.00 ($60.00 for MCC members).
COMMUNITY CPR:
(Adult and Child CPR/AED and Infant CPR)
SATURDAY, JUNE 12, 10:00AM - 5:00PM
ATTENTION CHILDCARE PROVIDERS!
Child CPR/AED & Infant CPR with First Aid
CHILD CPR/AED AND INFANT CPR WITH FIRST AID
:
is designed to meet state CPR and
SATURDAY, MAY 8 OR JULY 10, 10:00AM - 5:00PM
First Aid requirements.
City of Maplewood 13 May 2010
See page 4 for tree classes offered by
the Maplewood Nature Center
FREE Senior Well Being
MCC Foot Care Sessions
Seminars
TUESDAYS, MAY 11, JUNE 8, JULY 13, 9:00AM - 1:00PM
MONDAYS, 10:30 - 11:30AM
Professional Foot Care in a Private Setting!
At the Maplewood Community Center
The Maplewood Community Center and Affordable Foot Care have
2100 White Bear Ave.
joined forces to provide quality foot care by an experienced, licensed,
May 10: Bullet Proof Your Immune System
and insured registered nurse! Cost is $32.00. Call 651.249.2230 to
Information on the vitamins, supplements and natural foods for
schedule an appointment. The 30 min session includes:
“super immunity”. Presented by Vibrant Life Center.
- Foot Massage - Cutting Toenails
May 17: Learn To Play Guitar
- Filing Corns & Calluses - Foot Soak
what you need to start this fun and rewarding hobby. Music is good
Dodgeball League
(18+)
for mental health and keeping the small motor skills sharp. Those
Competitive League: Monday’s June 21 - August 23
attending receive a coupon for $5 off beginner guitar lessons.
Recreational League: Tuesday’s June 22 - Aug 24
May 24: Senior Fitness Assessment
Game Times: Between 6:00PM - 9:00PM
Maintaining adequate strength, endurance and agility is critical
Join other people interested in experiencing the fun of a recreational
for older adults in order to ensure independence for years to
dodgeball league in a structured and exciting environment! Each team
come. This seminar is a battery of tests designed
must consist of 6-10 participants containing any combination of males
or females. The league will be 8 weeks long with a 4 team playoff the
Courtesy of the Maplewood Care Center and The
9th week. League champions will receive FREE entry to the next
Homestead of Maplewood.
league. At the mandatory team manager meeting on June 15, 6:00PM
Call 651.249.2230 to register.
schedules will be handed out, rules will be explained and questions will
be answered. Registration Deadline: Friday June 11! Cost is $300 per team.
Table Tennis Leagues & Tournaments
The Maplewood Community Center is offering adult co-ed Table
Tennis Leagues and Tournaments starting mid May. Visit the website
or call 651.249.2204 for more details.
Get Out On the Links With MCC’s
Summer Golf League
Wednesday Nights June 9 - August 11
This league will take place at Island Lake Golf & Training Center in
Shoreview. This short, user friendly course features 9 holes with 8 par
3’s and 1 par 4. Each week there will be a fun on-course competition
where you can win “MCC dollars”. At the end of the league, the value
Community Center. Sign up as a single, couple or 3-some and we’ll
create the groups for you. If you have a group of 4 you can sign up
together. Tee times may rotate, but it will be close to 5:00PM each
week. Don’t miss the Championship and Cook-out Day August 11th!
Cost is $199.00 or ($185.00 for MCC members). Call
651.249.2230 to register.
Fee includes all your green fees, prizes and end of the year cook –out. Riding carts are
available and can be rented weekly for only $4/player.
City of Maplewood 14 May 2010
City of Maplewood
PRSRT STD
1830 County Road B East
U.S. POSTAGE
Maplewood, MN 55109
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Phone: 651.249.2000
Permit #4903
www.ci.maplewood.mn.us
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New Flood Plain Maps & Ordinance
In 2009 the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
The Maplewood Environmental and Natural Resources Commission
originally created in 1986. Flood plain maps are used as an
and the Planning Commission have reviewed and recommended
community. Updates to these maps are necessary because of
FEMA requirements. The City Council will hold two readings of the
development, erosion, and natural forces.
2010, at 7:00PM.
that some properties will be affected by the new maps. The city will
amendment, visit the city’s website at www.ci.maplewood.mn.us/
through the mail.
amendments to the Code of Federal Regulations (Code 44, Section