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MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 p.m. Monday, February 12, 2007
Council Chambers, City Hall
Meeting No. 07-03
A. CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the City Council was held in the City Hall Council Chambers and was called to order at
7:11 p.m. by Mayor Longrie.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. ROLL CALL
Diana Longrie, Mayor Present
Rebecca Cave Councilmember Present
Erik Hjelle, Councilmember Present
Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember Present
Will Rossbach, Councilmember Present
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
G.4. Public Safety Drugs Seminar
G.5. Community Design Review Board Appointments
G.6. Parks & Recreation Commission Appointments
G.7. Planning Commission Appointments
M.2. Council Retreat
M.3. Updated Research Regarding Wind Energy
M.4. Letter from Minnesota League of Cities
N.1. Police Civil Service Commission
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the agenda as amended.
Seconded by Mayor Longrie Ayes-all
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Minutes from the January 8, 2007 City Council Meeting
Mayor Longrie moved to approve the minutes of January 8, 2007 as corrected.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-all
2. Minutes from the January 22, 2007 5:00 p.m. Council/Manager Workshop
Mayor Longrie moved to approve the minutes of January 22, 2007 5:00 p.m. as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-all
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3. Minutes from the January 22, 2007 6:00 p.m. Council/Manager Workshop
Mayor Longrie moved to approve the minutes of January 22, 2007 6:00 p.m. as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-all
4. Minutes from the January 22, 2007 City Council Meeting
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the minutes of January 22, 2007 as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-all
F. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
1. Jamie Jensen of Arden Hills, a developer, spoke regarding the south Maplewood
development moratorium.
2. Anna Brodt, 2513 Adele Street, spoke regarding the hockey ice rink located adjacent to her
home.
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3. Bill Kayser, 6408 81 Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, addressed the council regarding the
Woodhill development property.
4. Nancy Lazaryan, 10734 West Lake Road, Rice, spoke regarding the Woodhill development
property.
5. Ron Cockriel, 943 Century Avenue, spoke supporting the south Maplewood moratorium and
in support of bringing in an outside facilitator to assist with this process.
6. John Nephew, 628 County Road B East, spoke in support of the south Maplewood
moratorium and bringing in an outside facilitator.
7. Michel Bailey thanked the council for having the council/manager workshop at the fire station
on Londin Lane.
8. Ron Cockriel again spoke to clarify his previous comments regarding bringing in an outside
facilitator to assist with the moratorium process.
9. George Gonzales thanked the council for the moratorium and the meeting at the fire station
and supported the request for an outside facilitator to assist with the process.
10. John Nephew again spoke regarding the request for a facilitator in the south Maplewood
moratorium process and requested this be a “technical” position.
11. Joe Bailey, 1615 Sterling Street South, thanked the council for listening to citizens’ requests.
12. Bob Schmidt, 1439 Burke Avenue East, spoke regarding the Maplewood Community Center
revenues.
13. Richard Currie, 1937 Kenwood Drive West, and Ron Cockriel, presented information on the
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city’s planned 50 year anniversary.
14. Dave Schilling, 1975 Greenbriar, spoke concerning the city’s reorganization process, city-
paid employee education benefits and city supervisory employee unions.
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15. Mike Kline, 1778 Desoto Street, presented his concerns regarding a city street project which
includes sidewalks and curb redevelopment in his neighborhood.
16. Dave Hafner, 1037 Marnie Street, spoke regarding the Mayor’s Forum.
17. Bob Monette, 1996 Kingston, spoke regarding his disgust with the city’s current political
turmoil and suggested that the city will lose developers and opportunities because of this.
G. APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
1. Resolution of Appreciation – Mary Dierich
a. Planner Roberts presented the report.
Mayor Longrie moved approval of the following resolution of appreciation for Mary Dierich for
her years of service on the Planning Commission:
RESOLUTION 07-02-013
JOINT RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION
WHEREAS, Mary Dierich has been a member of the Maplewood Planning
Commission since December 11, 2000, and has served faithfully in that capacity to the
present time; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has appreciated her experience, insights and
good judgment and
WHEREAS, she has freely given of her time and energy, without compensation, for
the betterment of the City of Maplewood; and
WHEREAS, she has shown sincere dedication to her duties and has consistently
contributed her 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 Mary Dierich is hereby extended our heartfelt
gratitude and appreciation for her dedicated service, and we wish her continued success in
the future.
Passed by the Maplewood
City Council on
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Diana Longrie, Mayor
Passed by the Maplewood
Planning Commission on
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Lorraine Fischer, Chairperson
Attest:
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Karen Guilfoile, City Clerk
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-all
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2. Recognition – Bob Bade
a. Fire Chief Lukin presented Mr. Bade with a plaque of appreciation for his 51 years of
volunteer service to the City of Maplewood.
3. Community Center – Events Update
a. Citizen Services Director Guilfoile gave a presentation of recent events held at the
Maplewood Community Center and reported on the Shiverfest event held at
Hazelwood Park.
4. Public Safety Drugs Seminar
a. Mayor Longrie presented information on a free seminar on a kids and drugs seminar
presented by Carol Felkowski of Hazelton Foundation to be held at the Maplewood
Community Center on Thursday, February 22 from 7-9 p.m.
5. Community Design Review Board Appointments
a. Mayor Longrie informed the council that the review board applicant interviews and
balloting has been completed.
Mayor Longrie moved appointment of Matt Ledvina, Linda Olson and Matt Wise to the
Maplewood Community Design Review Board.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-all
6. Parks & Recreation Commission Appointments
a. Mayor Longrie reported applicant interviews and balloting has been completed.
Mayor Longrie moved appointment of Bruce Roman and Kim Schmidt to the Parks and
Recreation Commission.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-all
7. Planning Commission Appointments
a. Mayor Longrie reported applicant interviews and balloting has been completed.
Mayor Longrie moved appointment of Dale Trippler, Harlan Hess and Joseph Walton to the
Planning Commission.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-all
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
I. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Juenemann moved to adopt consent agenda items 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9 and 10.
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Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-all
Councilmember Juenemann moved to adopt consent agenda item 5.
Seconded by Mayor Longrie Ayes-all
Councilmember Juenemann moved to adopt consent agenda item 8.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-all
1. Approval of Claims
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 340,479.55 Checks # 71864 thru # 71909
dated 01/12/07 thru 01/23/07
$ 339,199.67 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 01/19/07 thru 01/25/07
$ 673,084.06 Checks # 71910 thru # 71965
dated 01/24/07 thru 01/30/07
$ 135,209.82 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 01/19/07 thru 01/25/07
$ 308,672.69 Checks # 71966 thru # 72013
dated 01/29/07 thru 02/06/07
$ 3,648,607.24 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 01/26/07 thru 02/01/07
$ 5,445,253.03 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
$ 655,497.50 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 01/26/2007
$ 2,618.41 Payroll Deduction check # 1001153 thru #1001155
dated 01/26/2007
$ 658,115.91 Total Payroll
$ 6,103,368.94 GRAND TOTAL
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2. Transfers from Tax Increment Funds – Finance Department
Authorized the appropriate 2006 budget adjustments and 2006 transfers totaling $310,700
from the Tax Increment Funds to the Debt Service Fund.
3. Cottagewood of Maplewood, City Project 06-08, Approve Board of Water Commissioners of
the City of Saint Paul Private Water Main Agreement
Approved the private water main agreement between Lauren & Company Development,
LTD, the City of Maplewood and the Board of Water Commissioners of the City of Saint Paul.
4. Update on Sump Pump Inspection Program: Requesting Approval to Issue Final Letter
Assessing Surcharge and Establishing a Policy for Handling Future Non-Compliant
Properties
Authorized staff to send out a final notification letter requiring these property owners to
achieve compliance with the “Ordinance Prohibiting the Discharge of Clear Water into the
Municipal Sanitary Sewer System” by June 1, 2007. Failure to comply will result in a
surcharge of $100.00 per month for single-family properties and $500.00 per month for all
other properties per ordinance requirement, Section 6.-Surcharge. Staff is also authorized
from council to provide final notification in the third mailing in the subsequent years of this
project.
5. White Bear Avenue Improvements (Radatz to Buerkle), City Project 02-21: Approve Joint
Powers Agreement with Ramsey County for Design Services
Approved the Joint Powers Agreement with Ramsey County in the amount of $50,000 of
Municipal State Aid Street Funds (MSAS) for the improvement of White Bear Avenue
between Radatz and Buerkle Road, Project 02-21, and authorized the Mayor and City
Manager to sign said agreement.
6. Vehicle and Equipment Purchase – Public Works
Approval to enter into the following contracts:
State Contract 436607 with Thane Hawkins Polar Chevrolet for the purchase of two (2) 2007
½ ton pickup trucks for $36,187.98.
State Contract 436938 with Turfwerks for the purchase of one (1) 2006 Jacobsen HR 9016
lawnmower for $53,242.55.
7. Final Plat – Carmax/Mogren Addition
Approved the final plat for the Carmax/Mogren Addition, subject to compliance with the
preliminary plat requirements, all of which must be met to the satisfaction of the city engineer
before the signing of the plat documents.
8. Conditional Use Permit Review – Schlomka Landscaping
Extended the two conditional use permits associated with Schlomka Landscaping located at
2511 Carver Avenue again in one year to ensure continued compliance with all conditions.
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9. Purchase of New Vehicles for Police Department
Authorization to purchase four 2007 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor squad cars and
one Ford Expedition.
10. Gang Strike Force Grant Approval – Police Department
Approved the grant agreement.
J. AWARD OF BIDS
None
K. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Saint Clair Hills Development – Findings of Fact
a. Moratorium Variance
b. Rezoning
1) Planner Roberts presented the report
Mayor Longrie moved adoption of findings of fact for the requested moratorium variance and for the
zoning map change for the proposed Saint Clair Hills development as follows (these requests were
for the property on the south side of Carver Avenue, east of I-494).
A. The city council denied the moratorium variance request because:
1. Strict enforcement of the moratorium ordinance would not cause an undue
hardship to the property or to the property owner. The applicant knew the
property in question was zoned R-1(R) (which limits the type of development
possible on the property) when he purchased it and that the property could be
subject to a moratorium when he made application to the city.
2. There are no special circumstances or conditions in this case that warrant the
city approving a variance to the moratorium.
3. The proposed rezoning (and then the proposed subdivision) would be
premature and would not be compatible with the R-1(R) zoning designation.
4. The proposed rezoning and subdivision would not meet the spirit and intent of
the moratorium ordinance. This is because the city put the moratorium
ordinance in place to study land use and zoning patterns in this area (among
other things). The proposed variance would remove the subject property from
the study and thus from any possible changes that the city decides to make to
the land use and zoning designations as a part of the study.
B. The city council denied the proposed zoning map change because:
1. The request does not meet all the criteria required by the city for a zoning map
change. This is because the city cannot determine if the proposed zoning
change would have any negative effect upon the logical, efficient, and
economical extension of public services and facilities.
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2. Staff recommended that the city not grant the variance to the moratorium. The
moratorium prohibits the city from considering rezoning or development
requests, unless the city approves a variance to the moratorium.
3. The proposed rezoning was not consistent with the R-1(R) zoning that the city
intended to use to preserve the semi-rural lifestyle and to minimize tract
housing. The city expects the R-1(R) zoning and any development consistent
with that zoning to have lots at least two acres in size and to have wells and
individual septic systems (not using city sewer and water). The proposed plan
as shown by the applicant for the rezoning was not consistent with the R-1(R)
zoning as it showed 10,000-square-foot lots and the use of city water and
sewer to serve the new lots.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-all
2. Conditional Use Permit Update - Woodhill
a. Planner Roberts presented the report.
b. Council discussed whether there may be possible pending legal issues with the death
of the property owner, subsequent involuntary bankruptcy of the property owner’s
companies, and issues with completing the development of this project.
Councilmember Hjelle moved to review the conditional use permit for Woodhill again in June 2007.
This review will be to ensure there will be an owner or developer in place that will be responsible for
completing the development, to review the status of the project and to review all the conditions of
approval.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-all
L. NEW BUSINESS
1. Desoto Skillman Area Street Improvements, City Project 06-16, Desoto Street Sidewalk
Decision
a. Public Works Director Ahl presented the report.
b. Dick Dufresne, 1721 Desoto Street, an area resident addressed the council.
c. Mike Kline, 1778 Desoto Street, an area resident addressed the council.
d. Dick Dufresne of 1721 Desoto Street addressed the council once again.
Councilmember Rossbach moved to table their decision on building the sidewalk on Desoto Street
until the March 12 meeting.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-all
2. 800 MHz Subscriber Agreement
a. Fire Chief Lukin presented the report.
b. City Manager Copeland explained that capital notes could possibly be sold to partially
fund this project and the operations fees could possibly be funded from the general
fund.
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Councilmember Hjelle moved to authorize the expenditures of $283,123.87 and have staff research
funding options and that the city council enter into a Countywide Public Safety Radio
Communications Subsystem Subscriber Agreement by signing the Agreement.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-all
3. Planning Commission’s 2006 Annual Report
a. Planner Roberts presented the report.
b. Planning Commissioner Tushar Desai, 2973 Edward Street, addressed the council.
c. City Manager Copeland commented on the multitude and variety of issues the
commission reviewed during the year.
Mayor Longrie moved to accept the Planning Commission’s 2006 Annual Report.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-all
M. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
1. Maplewood Review – Erik Hjelle
Councilmember Hjelle reported he has filed a Minnesota News Council Complaint due to
incorrect stories and facts reported in the Maplewood Review.
2. Council Retreat
Councilmember Hjelle requested the council set a date for the council retreat and possibly
consider a different format such as a roundtable discussion. It was agreed to submit ideas for
discussion by Friday, February 16, and then set a Thursday date for the retreat to be held at
the fire station.
3. Mayor Longrie shared information that she has attended seminars on becoming more energy
efficient by using wind turbines to generate electricity. Mayor Longrie said she has attended
several seminars on this topic and that it may be possible in the future to establish a joint
venture with Ramsey County; she also reported that she has been appointed to the National
League of Cities Energy, Environment and Natural Resources Policy Committee.
N. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
1. City Manager Copeland distributed information to the council on the police Civil Service
Commission applicant interviews and asked if the council wanted to accept further
applications. It was decided this commission opening would be placed on the March 12
agenda for appointment.
2. City Manager Copeland distributed a memo from City Attorney Kantrud explaining that the
city paid James Kayser and Evelyn Wallace $575,000 for the Applewood Park property.
O. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Longrie adjourned the meeting at 10:02 p.m.
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