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MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 p.m. Monday, March 12, 2007
Council Chambers, City Hall
Meeting No. 07-05
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 by Mayor Longrie.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Diana Longrie, Mayor
Rebecca Cave, Councilmember
Erik Hjelle, Councilmember
Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember
Will Rossbach, Councilmember
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The agenda was amended as follows:
110
L12 moved to 118
M1 Maple Hills
M2 Emergency Training
M3 City Manager Job Performance Review
N1 Applewood Park -City Attorney Memo
Present
Present
Present
Present
Present
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the agenda as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes -all
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes from the February 26, 2007 5 p.m. Council Manager Workshop
Mayor Longrie moved to approve the minutes of the February 26, 2007 5 p.m. Council Manager
Workshop as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes -all
2. Minutes from the February 26, 2007 6 p.m. Council Manager Workshop
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the minutes of the February 26, 2007 6 p.m. Council
Manager Workshop as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle
Ayes -all
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3. Minutes from the February 26, 2007 City Council Meeting
Mayor Longrie moved to approve the February 26, 2007 meeting minutes as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes -all
F. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
Elizabeth Sletten, 804 Village Parkway, spoke regarding her data practice request. Citizen
Services Manager Guilfoile explained that this request for information is being researched at
this time and that there is some preliminary information that Ms. Sletten could review later this
week.
2. Tom Owens, 575 Ripley Avenue, spoke on behalf of his neighborhood concerning problems
with the property at 1799 Edgerton Street. Police Lt Rabbett spoke regarding past problems
at this property.
3. Robert Bollar, 1789 Sunrise Court, also spoke of his concerns at 1799 Edgerton Street.
4. Richard Currie, 1937 Kenwood Drive West, thanked the council and staff members for their
efforts towards the city's 50th birthday anniversary party at the Maplewood Community Center.
Mr. Currie said that the party was recorded and is scheduled for viewing next Wednesday at 9
a.m., Noon, 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. on cable television.
5. Bill Kayser, 6408 81St Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, spoke regarding the lawsuit with the city.
6. Nancy Lazaryan, 10734 West Lake Road, Rice, said she was "speaking as attorney in fact for
Evelyn Wallace, whose address is 2516 Linwood", regarding legal issues.
7. Bob Zick, 2231 Penn Place, requested a copy of a purported tape "portraying Mr. Zick calling
Mr. Kantrud a liar."
8. Bruce Mogren of Mogren Development Company, 1801 Gervais Avenue, spoke requesting the
Visitor Presentation section of the meeting be either moved to the end of the meeting or limit
the total time allowed for comments.
G. APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
Resolution of Appreciation — Michael Grover
a. Planner Finwall presented the report.
Councilmember Hjelle moved approval of the following resolution of appreciation for Michael
Grover for his years of service on the Planning Commission:
RESOLUTION 07-03-016
JOINT RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION
WHEREAS, Michael Grover has been a member of the Maplewood
Planning Commission since May 24, 2004, and has served faithfully in that
capacity to the present time; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has appreciated his experience,
insights and good judgment and
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WHEREAS, he has freely given of his time and energy, without
compensation, for the betterment of the City of Maplewood; and
WHEREAS, he has shown sincere dedication to his duties and has
consistently contributed his leadership, time and effort for the benefit
of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED for and on behalf of the
City of Maplewood, Minnesota, and its citizens, that Michael Grover is hereby
extended our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for his dedicated service, and we
wish him continued success in the future.
Passed by the Maplewood
City Council on March 12, 2007
Diana Longrie, Mayor
Passed by the Maplewood
Planning Commission on
February 20, 2007
Lorraine Fischer, Chairperson
Attest:
Karen Guilfoile, City Clerk
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes -all
2. Introduction of Robert Mittet, Finance and Administration Manager
a. City Manager Copeland introduced the newly hired Finance and Administration
Manager Robert Mittet.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Proposed Right of Way Ordinance — First Reading
a. Public Works Director Ahl presented background ordinance information.
b. Environmental Manager Konewko presented the staff report.
The council suggested that requirements for each ordinance permit be stated in the ordinance.
No members of the public spoke regarding this proposed ordinance.
Councilmember Hjelle moved adoption of the first reading of the Proposed Right of Way
Ordinance.
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Seconded by Councilmember Cave
Council directed staff to add the ordinance clarifications and alterations as discussed for
consideration at the second reading of this proposed ordinance scheduled on March 26.
City Council then voted as follows:
I. CONSENT AGENDA
Ayes -all
Councilmember Hjelle moved to approve consent agenda item 1, 4, 5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16,
17 and 18.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann
Ayes -all
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve
consent agenda item 2,
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle
Ayes -all
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve
consent agenda item 3.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach
Ayes -all
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve
consent agenda item 7.
Councilmember Rossbach seconded
Ayes -all
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve consent agenda item 8.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes -all
Mayor Longrie moved to approve consent agenda item 10.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes -all
1. Approval of Claims
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 46,544.61 Checks # 72123 thru # 72167
dated 02/27/07
$ 135,930.22 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 02/16/07 thru 02/22/07
$ 636,604.46 Checks # 72168 thru # 72227
dated 03/01/07 thru 03/06/07
$ 335,801.82 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 02/23/07 thru 03/01/07
$ 1,154,881.11 Total Accounts Payable
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PAYROLL
Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated
$ 484,138.74 02/23/07
Payroll Deduction check # 1001428 thru #
$ 2,799.85 1001431
dated 02/23/07
$ 486,938.59 Total Payroll
$ 1,641,819.70 GRAND TOTAL
2. Final Plat — Cottagewood (Ferndale Street, south of Highwood Avenue)
Approved the final plat for Cottagewood date-stamped February 2007. This approval is subject to
the county recording the deeds, deed restrictions and covenants required by the city and the
developer meeting all the conditions of the city engineer.
3. Conditional Use Permit Review (for PUD) — Three and Four-plexes (1349/1359 County
Road C)
Extended the conditional use permit for the planned unit development on the two properties
located at 1349 and 1359 County Road C and review again in one year to ensure continued
compliance with all conditions.
4. Car/Max/Mogren Addition, City Project 06-14, Approve Mogren Development Contract
Approved the Development Contract with Bruce Mogren for the CarMax/Mogren Addition as
approved on December 18, 2006 and authorized the Mayor and City Manager to execute the
agreement signifying City Council approval. Authorized minor revisions as approved by the City
Engineer and City Attorney as needed.
5. Maplewood — Oakdale Lions Club — Acknowledgement of Donation to Citizen Services
Recreation
Accepted the $800 donation from the Maplewood -Oakdale Lions Club and directed the necessary
budget adjustments be made.
6. Resolution Establishing Roadway as County Road D Court and Deleting Old County Road
D Name from Official Mapping
Approved the following resolution establishing roadway as County Road D Court and deleting Old
County Road D from the official mapping:
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RESOLUTION 07-03-017
ESTABLISHING ROADWAY AS COUNTY ROAD D COURT
AND DELETING OLD COUNTY ROAD D FROM OFFICIAL MAPPING
WHEREAS, the City Council order the construction of County Road D between T. H. 61
and Southlawn in September 2003, and
WHEREAS, the roadway name Old County Road D shall be deleted from official mapping
and renamed County Road D Court, and
WHEREAS, the roadway name change is necessary to distinguish Old County Road D
from County Road D, and
WHEREAS, no Maplewood residents are adversely impacted by said name change.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA, as follows:
That Old County Road D shall be deleted from official mapping.
2. That said roadway shall be renamed County Road D Court.
3. The City Engineer is hereby directed to submit a certified copy of this resolution to
the Ramsey County surveyor for initiation of said name change.
Approved this 12th day of March 2007.
7. Approval of Spring Clean-up Event Schedule for April 28, 2007
Approved the Spring Clean -Up Event scheduled for April 28 at Aldrich Arena from 7 am to 1 pm.
8. 2007 City Hall Campus Plan Implementation
Accepted staff information on the 2007 City Hall Campus Plan Implementation.
9. Mogren Street Improvements, Beam to County Road D, City Project 06-17, Resolution
Approving No Parking Along Beam Avenue
Approved the following resolution adopting No Parking restrictions on Beam Avenue between
Highway 61 and Hazelwood Street:
RESOLUTION 07-03-018
BEAM AVENUE - NO PARKING RESTRICTIONS
WHEREAS, the City Council approved the preparation of plans and specifications for the
construction of the Mogren Street Improvements, City Project 06-17 in December 2006 ,and
WHEREAS, the city will be expending Municipal State Aid funds on the improvement of
Beam Avenue; and
WHEREAS, segments of said improvement do not conform to the approved State Aid
standard for unrestricted parking; and
WHEREAS, release of MSA funds is dependent on specified parking restrictions.
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NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that the City of Maplewood shall ban
the parking of motor vehicles on both the north and the south sides of Beam Avenue from 600
feet west of Highway 61 to Hazelwood Street.
Dated at Maplewood, Minnesota this 12th day of March, 2007.
10. Approval of 2007 Fuel Purchases
Approved all 2007 fuel purchases at the State Contract pricing rates; approved all 2007
purchases at this time so that each individual purchase will not be required to be brought before
the Council authorizing the Fleet Superintendent to make these 2007 fuel purchases.
11. Approve Vehicle Replacement Purchases — Public Works
Approved State Contract 436979 with Thane Hawkins Polar Chevrolet for the purchase of two (2)
2007 one -ton truck chassis for $57,260.30 and State Contract 437073 with Aspen Equipment for
the purchase of two (2) truck bodies for $25,807.63.
12. Public Works Building Improvements, City Project 03-19, Approve Contract Revision for
Reduction in Retainage
Approved the contract revision with Jorgenson Construction, Inc. for the Public Works Building
Expansion in the amount of $2,138,260 and authorized the Public Works Director to reduce the
project retainage to $10,000.
13. CarMax/Mogren Addition, City Project 06-14, Approve CarMax Development Contract
Approved the Development Contract with CarMax for the CarMax/Mogren Addition as approved
on December 18, 2006 and authorized the Mayor and City Manager to execute the agreement
signifying City Council approval. Minor revisions as approved by the City Engineer and City
Attorney were authorized as needed.
14. Mogren Street Improvements, Beam to County Road D, City Project 06-17, Resolution
Approving Plans and Authorizing Receiving Bids
Adopted the following resolution approving the project plans and specifications for the Mogren
Street Improvements, City Project 06-17, and authorized the receipt of bids with a bid date of
April 13, 2007 at 10 a.m.:
RESOLUTION 07-03-019
APPROVING PLANS ADVERTISING FOR BIDS
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution passed by the city council on December 18, 2006,
plans and specifications for Mogren Street Improvements, City Project 06-17, have been
prepared by (or under the direction of) the city engineer, who has presented such plans and
specifications to the council for approval,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
1. Such plans and specifications, a copy of which are attached hereto and made a
part hereof, are hereby approved and ordered placed on file in the office of the city clerk.
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2. The city clerk shall prepare and cause to be inserted in the official paper and in the
Construction Bulletin an advertisement for bids upon the making of such improvement
under such approved plans and specifications. The advertisement shall be published
twice, at least ten days before the date set for bid opening, shall specify the work to be
done, shall state that bids will be publicly opened and considered by the council at 10:00
a.m. on the 13th day of April, 2007 at the city hall and that no bids shall be considered
unless sealed and filed with the clerk and accompanied by a certified check or bid bond,
payable to the City of Maplewood, Minnesota for five percent of the amount of such bid.
3. The city clerk and city engineer are hereby authorized and instructed to receive,
open and read aloud bids received at the time and place herein noted, and to tabulate the
bids received. The council will consider the bids, and the award of a contract, at the regular
city council meeting of April 23, 2007.
15. Temporary Gambling Permit Resolution — Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Approved the following resolution for temporary gambling:
RESOLUTION 07-03-020
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, by the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota, that the
temporary premises permit for lawful gambling is approved for the Church of the Presentation of
the Blessed Virgin Mary (BVM), 1725 Kennard Street, Maplewood.
FURTHERMORE, that the Maplewood City Council waives any objection to the timeliness
of application for said permit as governed by Minnesota Statute §349.213.
FURTHERMORE, that the Maplewood City Council requests that the Gambling Control
Division of the Minnesota Department of Gaming approve said permit application as being in
compliance with Minnesota Statute §349.213.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it further resolved that this Resolution by the City Council of
Maplewood, Minnesota, be forwarded to the Gambling Control Division for their approval.
16. Expenditure of Buffer Zone Protection Grant Money
Approved the expenditure of $28,679 towards the purchase of upgraded 800 MHz radios and
$15,865 to purchase three radio alarm systems compatible on the 800 MHz radio system. The
grant funds must be expended by March 31, 2007.
17. Roseville School District 623
Approved the following resolution:
RESOLUTION 07-03-021
Maplewood City Council Resolves that:
WHEREAS, citizens of the City of Maplewood residing in School District 623 do not have
access to live broadcast of the 623 School Board meetings, and
WHEREAS, there is substantial interest in the public policies established by the 623
School Board as relates to educational services offered to children and the community.
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NOW, THERFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Maplewood City Council requests
copies of all DVDs of 623 School Board meetings be forwarded to the Maplewood City Manager
for the broadcast on City's Cable TV Channel 16.
Adopted on March 12, 2007 in regular session
18. Access to Finance Safe Deposit Boxes at Premier Bank
Approved the following resolution authorizing access to the safe deposit boxes:
RESOLUTION 07-03-022 FOR SAFE DEPOSIT BOXES
Be it resolved, by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, that until written notice to
the contrary is given by this Corporation to the Safe Deposit Department of the Premier
Bank access to Safe Deposit Boxes (herein called safes) standing in the name of the
corporation in the vaults of above bank shall be had by the following:
Greg Copeland, City Manager
Robert Mittet, Finance and Administrative Manager
Karen Guilfoile, City Clerk
Deb Schmidt, Administrative Assistant
Any one (1) of whom shall have full authority to enter said safes and to make deposits
therein or remove any part of all of the contents thereof, to execute leases thereof in the
name of this Corporation, to amend or cancel said leases, to exchange or surrender the
safes, and in all other respects to represent this Corporation.
STATE OF MINNESOTA)
COUNTY OF RAMSEY )
CITY OF MAPLEWOOD )
I, the undersigned, being the duly qualified and appointed Clerk of the City of
Maplewood, Minnesota, do hereby certify that I have carefully compared the attached
and foregoing extract of minutes of a regular meeting of the City of Maplewood, held on
March 12, 2007 with the original on file in my office, and the same is a full, true and
complete transcript therefrom insofar as the same relates to access to City safe deposit
boxes at Premier Bank.
J. AWARD OF BIDS
None
K. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Comprehensive Plan Amendment — Gladstone Redevelopment Plan (English Street and
Frost Avenue Area) (4 Votes)
a. Planner Finwall presented the report.
b. Planning Commissioner Gary Pearson, 1209 Antelope Way, spoke regarding the
proposed changes to the amendment.
C. David Bartol, 1249 Frisbee Avenue, spoke in favor of the proposed changes.
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d. Sharon Kambeitz-Lumphrey, 1817 Clarence Street, thanked the council, city staff
and David Bartol for their efforts with this project.
e. Joseph Born, 1830 English Street, thanked the council for past changes with this
proposed project.
Kim Schmidt, 1800 Phalen Place, thanked David Bartol for his efforts.
g. Allen Olson, 1221 Frost Avenue, asked the council to consider the north side of
Frost as a priority for development.
h. Edward Lundblad,1824 English Street, spoke about the Vento Trail right-of-way.
Albert Galbraith, 1770 Edward Street, spoke regarding densities.
O. J. Lumphrey, 1817 Clarence Street, spoke regarding the density in the area
west of Clarence Street and the Vento Trail.
Councilmember Hjelle moved to approve the Comprehensive Land Use Plan Amendment map
change for the Gladstone Redevelopment Plan as shown on Attachments 4, 5, 6, and 7.
Councilmember Rossbach clarified the motion as amending the comprehensive plan as shown on
the three areas of Attachment 9 of the staff report changing Gladstone High to Single Dwelling
(which is north of Summer Avenue, west of Clarence Street and east of Vento Trail); Gladstone
Medium to Single Dwelling (which is south of Summer Avenue, west of Clarence Street and east
of Vento Trail); Gladstone Mixed use to Gladstone Medium (which is east of English Street, south
of Summer Avenue, and west of Vento Trail); and the one area of Attachment 4 of the staff report
Gladstone Medium to Single Dwelling south of Gloster Park and north of Ripley Avenue.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
Councilmember Rossbach moved to amend the master plan to reflect the additional paragraph on
Attachment 8 of the staff report to be added onto a blank page found behind the Table of
Contents and Project Abstract Chapter. The printing of the master plan would be changed to
reflect that the first paragraph of Abstract Chapter be printed as bold print. The master plan would
also be changed to reflect the four pieces of property that were discussed in the previous motion
of the comprehensive land use plan adoption, and leave unchanged the existing verbiage in the
existing master plan for the other parcels.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave
Mayor Longrie clarified that the parcel densities changed in the comprehensive plan amendment
in the previous motion would be changed for those parcels in the master plan.
Councilmember Juenemann clarified that this motion also reflects the changes north of Frost
Avenue as stated in the staff report.
The Council voted: Ayes -all
David Bartol again addressed the council thanking them.
At 9:30 p.m. a ten-minute break was taken.
L. NEW BUSINESS
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On -Sale Intoxicating Liquor License — Brian Harney, New Owner and Manager, The
Chalet, 1820 N. Rice Street.
a. Citizen Services Manager Guilfoile presented the report.
b. The applicant, Brian Harney, 7716 Upton Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, addressed
the city council.
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the liquor license application.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
2. On -Sale Intoxicating Liquor License — Robert Michael Jacob, New Owner and Manager,
Jake's City Grille, 1745 Beam Avenue
a. Citizen Services Manager Guilfoile presented the report.
b. The applicants, Robert Jacob, 280 Lithrem Lane, Medina and Tony Jacob, 1740
19th Street Northwest, New Brighton, addressed the city council.
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the liquor license application.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes -all
3. Wine and Strong Beer Intoxicating Liquor License — Brad Behnke, The Ponds at Battle
Creek Golf Course, 601 Century Avenue South
a. Citizen Services Manager Guilfoile presented the report.
b. The applicant, Bradley Behnke, 19918 Birchwood Lane, Elk River, addressed the
city council.
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the liquor license application.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
4. Off -Sale Intoxicating Liquor License — Khue Thi Dang, New Owner and Manager, Big Bear
Liquor, LLC, 2223 White Bear Avenue
a. Citizen Services Manager Guilfoile presented the report.
b. The applicant, Khue Thi Dang and her son, both of 4010 Major Avenue,
Robbinsdale, addressed the city council.
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the intoxicating liquor license as requested.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
5. Request to Hire Consultant — South Maplewood Moratorium Study Area (South of Carver
Avenue)
a. Senior Planner Ekstrand presented the report.
Councilmember Cave moved to authorize staff to enter into a professional consulting service
contract with the firm of Schoell Madson for a total of $7,500 (plus expenses) for completing the
work outlined in the South Maplewood Development Moratorium Ordinance and the issues raised
at the neighborhood meetings.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes -all
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6. Brookview Area Street Improvements, City Project 07-01, Resolution Accepting Feasibility
Study and Ordering Public Hearing
a. Public Works Director Ahl presented the report.
Councilmember Hjelle moved to approve the following resolution accepting the report and calling
a public hearing for 7 p.m., Monday, March 26, 2007 for the Brookview Area Street Improvement
rp oject.
RESOLUTION 07-03-024
ACCEPTING REPORT AND CALLING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution of the council adopted January 22nd, 2007, a report
has been prepared by the city engineering division with reference to the improvement of
Brookview Area Street Improvements, City Project 07-01, and this report was received by the
council on March 12, 2007, and
WHEREAS, the report provides information regarding whether the proposed project is
necessary, cost-effective, and feasible,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
M I N N ESOTA:
1. The council will consider the street improvement of Brookview Area Streets in
accordance with the report and the assessment of abutting property for all or a portion of
the cost of the improvement pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429 at an estimated
total cost of the improvement of $3,198,548.
2. A public hearing shall be held on such proposed improvement on the 26th day of
March, 2007 in the council chambers of city hall at 7:00 p.m., and the clerk shall give
mailed and published notice of such hearing and improvement as required by law.
Approved this 12th day of March 2007
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes -all
7. Interstate 94 Corridor Alliance — Approve Resolution of Support for State Funding
a. Public Works Director Ahl presented the report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to adopt the following resolution supporting funding for the
study of Transportation Needs for the Interstate 94 Corridor and direct that the City Manager have
the resolution sent to Representative Slawik, Senator Saltzman, Senator Wiger, the
Commissioner of Transportation, Senator Murphy (chair of the Senate Transportation
Committee), Representative Lieder (chair of the House Transportation Committee), Ramsey
County Commissioner Victoria Reinhardt, and Representative Leon Lillie:
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RESOLUTION 07-03-025
SUPPORT FOR FUNDING OF THE 1-94 CORRIDOR TRANSPORTATION FEASIBILITY ANALYSIS
WHEREAS, the Interstate 94 (1-94) Corridor is the principal east/west route for traffic thru
Ramsey Washington, and St. Croix Counties connecting St. Paul to the eastern metropolitan
area, and;
WHEREAS, the 1-94 Corridor is experiencing robust employment and population growth,
and;
WHEREAS, the 1-94 Corridor is experiencing increasing levels of congestion, reducing
mobility in the corridor, and;
WHEREAS, there are no planned highway improvements to the 1-94 Corridor in the
Metropolitan Council's 2030 Transportation Policy Plan, and;
WHEREAS, the Minnesota Department of Transportation has identified 1-94 as a high
priority Interregional Corridor and is supportive of planning for mobility improvements in the
Corridor, and;
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood recognizes the need to plan for mobility improvements
in the 1-94 Corridor, and;
WHEREAS, this planning should take a multi -modal, highways and transit, approach to
maintaining Corridor mobility, and;
WHEREAS, maintaining mobility is necessary for the continued prosperity and economic
vitality of residents, businesses, and commuters throughout the Eastern Metropolitan area, and;
WHEREAS, the first step in planning for a multi -modal 1-94 Corridor is to complete a
Transportation Feasibility Analysis which includes analyzing highway and transit improvements.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Maplewood hereby supports the
multi -modal evaluation of the 1-94 Corridor and a request of $1 million in State funds for the
completion of the 1-94 Transportation Feasibility Analysis.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes -all
8. Pond Overlook Public Improvements (2161 County Road D), City Project 07-08,
Resolution Ordering Preparation of Feasibility Study
a. Public Works Director Ahl presented the report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the following resolution ordering the preparation
of the feasibility study for the proposed Pond Overlook Public Improvements (2161 County Road
D), City Project 07-08:
RESOLUTION 07-03-026
ORDERING PREPARATION OF A FEASIBILITY STUDY
WHEREAS, it is proposed to make improvements to Pond Overlook Public Improvements
(2161 County Road D), City Project 07-08, and to assess the benefited property for all or a
portion of the cost of the improvement, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429,
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
M I N N ESOTA:
That the proposed improvement be referred to the city engineer for study and that he is
instructed to report to the council with all convenient speed advising the council in a preliminary
way as to whether the proposed improvement is necessary, cost effective and feasible and as to
whether it should best be made as proposed or in connection with some other improvement, and
the estimated cost of the improvement as recommended.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes -all
9. County Road D East Improvements, TH 61 to Southlawn Drive, City Project 02-07,
Resolution Approving Modification of Existing Construction Contract, Change Orders 32-
39
a. Public Works Director Ahl presented the report.
Councilmember Rossbach moved to approve the following resolution directing the modification of
the existing construction contract, Change Order Nos. 32 through 39, for the County Road D East
Improvements (T.H. 61 to Southlawn), City Project 02-07.
RESOLUTION 07-03-027
DIRECTING MODIFICATION OF EXISTING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
PROJECT 02-07, CHANGE ORDER Nos. 32 through 39
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered made
Improvement Project 02-07, County Road D East Improvements (TH 61 to Southlawn), and has
let a construction contract pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer has reported that it is now necessary and expedient that
said contract be modified and designated as Improvement Project 02-07, Change Order Nos. 32
through 39, as an increase to said contract by an amount of $126,342.43, such that the new
contract amount is now and hereby established as $3,047,300.57.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA that the mayor and city manager are hereby authorized to sign on behalf of the City
of Maplewood to signify and show that the existing contract is hereby modified through said
Change Order Nos. 32 through 39 as a contract increase in the amount of $126,342.43. The
revised contract amount is $3,047,300.57.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes -all
10. County Road D Realignment (West) Improvements (TH 61 to Walter Street) City Project
02-08, Resolution for Modification of the Existing Construction Contract, Change Order
Nos. 29-40 (T.A. Schifsky Contract), 4-5 (Palda Contract, 10-11 (Imperial Contract)
a. Public Works Director Ahl presented the report.
Councilmember Hjelle moved to approve the following resolutions directing the modification of the
existing construction contract, Change Order Nos. 24-40 (T.A. Schifsky Contract), Change Order
Nos. 10-11 (Palda and Sons) and Change Order Nos. 4-5 (Imperial Developers) for the County
Road D West Improvements (TH 61 to Walter Street), City Project 02-08:
RESOLUTION 07-03-028
DIRECTING MODIFICATION OF EXISTING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
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PROJECT 02-08, CHANGE ORDER Nos. 29-40
(T.A. Schifsky Contract)
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered made
Improvement Project 02-08, County Road D Realignment (West) Improvements (TH 61 to Walter
Street), and has let a construction contract pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer has reported that it is now necessary and expedient that
said contract be modified and designated as Improvement Project 02-08, Change Order Nos. 29-
40, (T.A. Schifsky Contract), as an increase to said contract by an amount of $78,831.52, such
that the new contract amount is now and hereby established as $1,077,986.90.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA that the mayor and city manager are hereby authorized to sign on behalf of the City
of Maplewood to signify and show that the existing contract is hereby modified through said
Change Order Nos. 29-40 as a contract increase in the amount of $78,831.52. The revised
contract amount is $1,077,986.90.
RESOLUTION 07-03-029
DIRECTING MODIFICATION OF EXISTING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
PROJECT 02-08, CHANGE ORDER Nos. 4-5
(Imperial Developers Contract)
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered made
Improvement Project 02-08, County Road D Realignment (West) Improvements (TH 61 to Walter
Street), and has let a construction contract pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer has reported that it is now necessary and expedient that
said contract be modified and designated as Improvement Project 02-08, Change Order Nos. 4-5,
(Imperial Developers Contract), as a reduction to said contract by an amount of $39,558.09, such
that the new contract amount is now and hereby established as $388,729.25.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA that the mayor and city manager are hereby authorized to sign on behalf of the City
of Maplewood to signify and show that the existing contract is hereby modified through said
Change Order Nos. 4-5 as a contract increase in the amount of $39,588.09. The revised contract
amount is $388,729.25.
RESOLUTION 07-03-030
DIRECTING MODIFICATION OF EXISTING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
PROJECT 02-08, CHANGE ORDER Nos. 10-11
(Palda and Sons Contract)
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered made
Improvement Project 02-08, County Road D Realignment (West) Improvements (TH 61 to Walter
Street), and has let a construction contract pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer has reported that it is now necessary and expedient that
said contract be modified and designated as Improvement Project 02-08, Change Order Nos. 10-
11, (Palda and Sons Contract), as an increase to said contract by an amount of $3,682.32, such
that the new contract amount is now and hereby established as $757,430.52.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA that the mayor and city manager are hereby authorized to sign on behalf of the City
of Maplewood to signify and show that the existing contract is hereby modified through said
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Change Order Nos. 10-11 as a contract increase in the amount of $3,682.32. The revised
contract amount is $757,430.52.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes -all
11. Kenwood Area Street Improvements, City Project 05-16, Resolution Approving
Modification of Existing Construction Contract, Change Order No. 12
a. Public Works Director Ahl presented the report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the following resolution directing the modification
of the existing construction contract for the Kenwood Area Neighborhood Street Improvements,
City Project 05-16, Change Order 12:
RESOLUTION 07-03-031
DIRECTING MODIFICATION OF EXISTING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
PROJECT 05-16, CHANGE ORDER NO. 12
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered made
Improvement Project 05-16, Kenwood Area Neighborhood Improvements, and has let a
construction contract pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, and
WHEREAS, it is now necessary and expedient that said contract be modified and
designated as Improvement Project 05-16, Change Order No. 12.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA that the mayor and city clerk are hereby authorized and directed to modify the
existing contract by executing said Change Order No. 12 in the amount of $617,849.84. The
revised contract amount is $5,233,543.63
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes -all
Agenda Item L 12 was moved to Item 118.
13. Planning Commission Rules of Procedure
a. Senior Planner Ekstrand presented the report.
b. City Attorney Kantrud recommended that the council make modifications to these
rules and review again at the first reading of the ordinance.
Councilmember Hjelle moved to direct city staff and the planning commission to make the
recommended chanaes to the Division 4. Plannina Commission ordinance that reflect the
housekeeping changes needed as suggested by what has been reflected in the planning
commission oolicv booklet and to brina these items back to the citv council for review durina the
first readina of this ordinance
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes -all
The City Council discussed possible changes to the process of appointing commissioners and
developing procedures to be followed as part of this process. It was agreed that each council
member bring suggestions for appointment procedures to the next meeting.
Planning Commissioner Gary Pearson addressed the City Council with suggestions for
appointment procedures.
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Councilmember Hjelle moved to extend the city council meeting until all agenda items are completed.
Seconded by Mayor Longrie Ayes -all
M. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
Maple Hills
Councilmember Cave reported that on the past Saturday the residents from Maplewood
Townhomes came to city hall for a meeting with staff and some city council members.
2. Emergency Training
Mayor Longrie reported on an emergency management training session she attended in
Emmetsburg, Virginia.
3. City Manger Job Performance Review
Councilmember Hjelle suggested the City Manager performance review be scheduled as a
council/manager workshop before the city council meeting on May 14 and that the City Council
create the format to follow for this review during Council Conversation on April 19.
N. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
Applewood Park Memo
City Attorney Kantrud handed out copies of a memo and other paperwork on the history and
purchase of the Applewood park/preserve land for their review. Mayor Longrie commented
regarding the $500,000 paid at the closing of the property in May 1995 with James Kayser and
Evelyn Wallace being the distributees at that closing.
O. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Longrie adjourned the meeting at 11:20 p.m.
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Memorandum
To: City Council
From: Greg Copeland, City Manager
Date: March 12, 2007
Re: Supplemental Report — City Council Meeting March 12, 2007 Item I-10
Two purchases of fuel need retroactive approval by the City Council:
February 28, 2007 $12,714.89 — PO#100817 — 5,999 gallons of diesel fuel
March 9, 2007 $15,734.53 — PO #100821— 6,996 gallons of unleaded gas
These fuel deliveries were purchased to avoid any interruption of City services to the
public and were approved budgeted expenses.