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MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M. Monday, October 9, 2006
Council Chambers, City Hall
Meeting No. 06-26
A. CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the City Council was held in the Council Chambers, at City Hall, and was called to
order at 7:00 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
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the agenda as amended.
I9. Certification of Election Judges
L5. Historic Preservation Commission Seed Money
L3. to L5. Rearrange agenda
M1. Conservation Easement Information
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-All
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Minutes from the September 25, 2006 Council/Manager Workshop
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the minutes from the September 25,
2006 Council/Manager Workshop as amended.
Seconded by Mayor Longrie Ayes-All
2. Minutes from the September 25, 2006 City Council Meeting
Mayor Longrie moved to approve the minutes from the September 25, 2006 City Council
Meeting as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes-All
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3. Minutes from the September 28, 2006 Continuation of the 09-25-06 City Council Meeting
Mayor Cave moved to approve the minutes from the September 28, 2006 continuation of
the 09-25-06 City Council Meeting as presented.
Seconded by Mayor Longrie Ayes-All
F. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
1. Marvin Koppen, 1998 Ripley Avenue, Maplewood, requested a change in city ordinance
regarding charitable gambling to allow for “Cadillac Dinners” and commented on the
necessity of distance requirements between off-sale liquor stores.
2. Ralph Sletten, 2747 Clarence Street North, asked council to review an abandoned sewer
line running behind his and adjacent properties.
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3. William Keyser, 6408 81 Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, clarified that he is included in
the Nancy Lazaryan agenda item (L3).
4. Ron Cockriel, 943 Century Avenue, shared his “Maplewoodology”
analogy of the Monopoly game and the needs of Maplewood.
G. APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
1. Historical Preservation Commission
Mayor Longrie moved to appoint Pete Boulay to the Historical Preservation Commission.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-All
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
I. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Hjelle moved to adopt consent agenda items 1, 2, 5, 6, 8, 9.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
Councilmember Juenemann moved to adopt consent agenda item 3.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-All
Councilmember Juenemann moved to adopt consent agenda item 4.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-All
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Councilmember Hjelle moved to adopt consent agenda item 7.
Seconded by Mayor Longrie Ayes-All
1. Approval of Claims
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 1,290,012.75 Checks # 70914 # 70961
dated 09/22/06 thru 09/26/06
$ 147,673.50 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 09/15/06 thru 09/22/06
$ 589,487.76 Checks # 70962 thru # 71018
dated 09/25/06 thru 10/03/06
$ 264,249.82 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 09/25/06 thru 09/28/06
$ 2,291,423.83 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated
$ 470,798.39 09/22/06
$ 2,305.25 Payroll Deduction check # 106306 thru # 106307
dated 09/22/06
$ 473,103.64 Total Payroll
$ 2,764,527.47 GRAND TOTAL
2. Certificate of Authority for Brokerage Firm
Adopted the following resolution approving the certificate of authority for Brokerage Firm:
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RESOLUTION 06-10-126
CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY
FOR
WELLS FARGO BROKERAGE SERVICES, LLC
WHEREAS, the Finance Director and Assistant Finance Director are responsible for the
management of the investment portfolio for the City of Maplewood, Minnesota.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT
Daniel F. Faust, Finance Director andGayle Bauman, Assistant Finance Director
(Name and Title of Officer) (Name and Title of Officer)
are hereby authorized to buy and sell investment securities now registered or hereafter registered in the
name of the City of Maplewood.
3. Water Surcharge Ordinance – Second Reading
Adopted the following water surcharge ordinance and set the surcharge at
$1.00 per month per account:
ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MAPLEWOOD CODE
RELATING TO WATER UTILITIES 874
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MAPLEWOOD DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Part 1. Section 40, Article III is hereby amended to read as follows:
Division 5. Water Surcharge
Section 40-477. Purpose and Intent.
The city has determined that water system improvements in the St. Paul and North St. Paul
water service districts need to be constructed that cannot be fully assessed. In order to pay for
these costs a surcharge on water charges in the St. Paul and North St. Paul billing districts is
established.
Section 40-478. Rates.
A surcharge on water charges in the St. Paul and North St. Paul billing districts shall be set from
time to time by the council and shall be on file for inspection in city offices.
Part 2. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force beginning January 1, 2007.
4. 2006 COPS Technology Grant
Accepted technology grant dollars in the amount of $24,681 to expand an
automated Ticketwriter systems to be use in several of the police squad cars.
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5. Jensen Estates Improvements, City Project 05-15, Table Consideration of Resident
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Petition to Remove Trail Connection to Currie Street (2320 Hoyt Avenue) to October 23
Council Meeting
Adopted a motion to table consideration of the trail connection within the Jensen Estates
plat between Hoyt Avenue and Currie Street to the October 23, 2006 City Council
Meeting.
6. License Renewal – Cashway Checking – 3035 White Bear Avenue
Approved the annual renewal license for Cashway Checking.
7. Kline Nissan Irrigation System Reimbursement, City Project 03-07, T.H.
61 Improvements
Approved payment of $6,546.06 to Kline Nissan for reimbursement of the
cost to replace their lawn irrigation system due to road construction as
part of City Project 03-07, T.H. 61 Improvements.
8. County Road D East Improvements (TH 61 to Southlawn), City Project 02-07, Resolution
Approving Change to Construction Contract (Change Orders 25 – 28)
Adopted the following resolution directing the modification of the existing
construction contract, Change Order Nos. 25 through 28, for the County Road D
Realignment East Improvements (Southlawn to Highway 61), City Project 02-07.
RESOLUTION 06-10-121
DIRECTING MODIFICATION OF EXISTING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
PROJECT 02-07, CHANGE ORDER Nos. 25 through 28
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered made
Improvement Project 02-07, County Road D Realignment (East) Improvements (TH 61 to Southlawn
Dr.), 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. 25 through 28,
as an increase to said contract by an amount of $12,045.65, such that the new contract amount is now
and hereby established as $2,909,896.52.
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 Change Order
Nos. 25 through 28 as a contract increase in the amount of $12,045.65. The revised contract amount
is $2,909,896.52.
The finance director is hereby authorized to make the financial transfers necessary to
implement the revised financing plan for the project. The revised financing as shown below:
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Funding SourcesOriginal BudgetRevised Budget
Ramsey County695,957.93$ 695,957.93$
Regional Rail906,645.00$ 906,645.00$
Sewer Fund55,000.00$ 55,000.00$
Sale of Property-$ -$
Interest on Investments61,257.00$ 61,257.00$
Bonding 2006167,538.00$ 167,538.00$
MSA3,774,791.65$ 3,784,000.00$
TOTAL:5,661,189.58$ 5,670,397.93$
9. Adopted the following resolution approving election judges for the 2006
State General Election:
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING ELECTION JUDGES 06-10-122
RESOLVED, that the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota, accepts the following list of Election
Judges for the 2006 State General Election, to be held on Tuesday, November 7, 2006.
Fran Aherns Lorraine Fischer Marilyn Kidman
Suzanne Anderson Mary Fischer Harold Kirchoff
Elsie Anderson Delores Fitzgerald Rosemary Koch
Cynthia Anderson Richard Folden Harry Koval
Ronald Anderson Anne Fosburgh Mona Lou Krekelberg
Vivian Anderson James Franzen Josephine Krominga
Ahsan Ansari MaryJo Freer Marvella Lackner
Marlis Barrett Patt Fry Rita Lally
Joan Bartelt Clarice Gierzek Charlotte Lampe
David Bedor Diane Golaski Anita Larson
Jaime Belland Betty Granger Lorraine Lauren
Jeanne Bortz Guy Grant Barbara Leiter
Anna Breidenstein Mary Grant Ann Leo
Jennette Bunde Jamie Gudknecht Pati Leo
Lucille Cahanes Jaclyn Gunn Claudette Leonard
Jeanette Carle Roy Gunther Rosella Limon
Robert Carr Donita Haack Steve Lincowski
Ann Cleland Phyllis Hamill-Little Vi Lincowski
Thomas Connelly Gordon Heinenger Delores Lofgren
Colleen Connolly Barb Hilliard Richard Lofgren
John Cupka Constance Hines Darlene Loipersbeck
Mae Davidson Gary Hinnenkamp Shari Lowe-Adams
Marianne Davidson Mary Holzemer Robert Lundgren
Edward Deeg Shirlee Horton Shirley Luttrell
Loree Dempsey Jeanette Hulet Paul Maeyaert
Helen Dickson Lynn Huntoon Jeri Mahre
Kathleen Dittel Mildred Iverson Carol Mahre
Diane Droeger Tom Iverson John Manthey
Fred DuCharme Carol Jagoe Delores Marsh
Audrey Duellman Jeff Janacek Thomas Maskrey
Carolyn Eickhoff Gwendolyn Jefferson Gerladine Mechelke
Marline Eitland Judith Johannessen MaryLou Mechelke
Elizabeth Erickson Barbara Johnson Jackie Meyer
Ann Fallon Joyce Jurmu Joan Misgen
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Betty Mossong Elaine Rudeen Dale Trippler
Howard Muraski MaryAnn Schneider Celilia Tucker
Gerry Muraski Sandy Schoenecker Connie Unger
Thomas Myster Harriet Schroepfer Holly Urbanski
Gloria Nelson Louise Schultz William Urbanski
James Nieman Ananth Shankar Vilhelmine Vanags
Louise Nieters Teresa Shores Beulah VanBlaricom
Ann Norberg Bob Spangler Barabra Vandeveer
Lois Olson Louis Spies Mary Vatne
Andi Oster Tim Stafki Phyllis Volkman
Ken Paddock David Stark Connie Wagner
David Pehl Sandra Stevens Gene Wandersee
James Petrie Ingrid Swanson Gayle Wasmundt
Mike Pophen Rita Taylor Sueann Whitney
Bill Priefer Lorraine Taylor John Willy
Karla Radermacher Milo Thompson Delores Witschen
Carol Roller Pat Thompson Karen Zacho
Kenneth Rossow Leila Tillman Leroy Zipko
Charles Rowe Franklin Tolbert
J. AWARD OF BIDS
1. Cottagewood Public Improvements, City Project 06-10, Resolution Approving Award of
Construction Contract
a. City Engineer Ahl presented the report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to adopt the following resolution for the Award of Bids for
Cottagewood Public Improvements Project, City Project 06-10:
RESOLUTION 06-10-123
AWARD OF BIDS
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, that the bid of
$147,019.11 by Northdale Construction is the lowest responsible bid for the construction of
Cottagewood Public Improvements –City Project 06-10, and the mayor and clerk are hereby
authorized and directed to enter into a contract with said bidder for and on behalf of the city.
The finance director is hereby authorized to make the financial transfers necessary to
implement the financing plan for the project.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-All
K. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1.Electric Franchise Tax Increase Ordinances – First Reading
a. Finance Director Faust presented the report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to adopt the first reading of the Electric Franchise Tax
Increase Ordinance.
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Seconded by Mayor Longrie Ayes-Mayor Longrie, Councilmembers Cave, Hjelle
and Juenemann
Abstain-Councilmember Rossbach
2. Code Revisions Alcoholic Beverages – First Reading
a. REaL Director Guilfoile presented the report
Councilmember Cave moved to adopt the first reading of the Code Revisions for Alcoholic
Beverages.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-All
L. NEW BUSINESS
1. County Road D East Improvements (TH 61 to Southlawn), City Project 02-07, Resolution
Requesting MnDOT to Conduct Speed Study for the Purpose of Increasing the Posted Speed
Limit
a. City Engineer Ahl presented the report.
b. Karl Keel, URS, Consultant provided further specifics from the study.
Councilmember Hjelle moved to adopt the following resolution requesting MnDOT to conduct a
speed study for the purpose of increasing a posted speed limit:
RESOLUTION 06-10-124
REQUESTING MnDOT TO CONDUCT A SPEED STUDY
FOR THE PURPOSE OF INCREASING THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT
WHEREAS, the City has previously made improvements to construct a new roadway within the
city limits, called County Road D East Improvements (TH 61 to Southlawn), City Project 02-07, and
WHEREAS, the Maplewood Police Department has reported concern with inconsistent vehicle
speeds within the corridor between Hazelwood and TH 61, and
WHEREAS, URS, Inc. has conducted a speed study and recommends that a more appropriate
and consistent speed limit approach exists within this corridor, and
WHEREAS, State Statute requires the Commissioner of Transportation at MnDOT to establish
all speed limits following a detailed traffic study.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA:
That the City hereby requests that MnDOT conduct a speed study of County Road D between
Southlawn Avenue and TH 61 for the purpose of considering an appropriate and uniform speed limit for
said corridor.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes-All
2. County Road D West Improvements (TH 61 to Highridge Court), City Project 02-08, Resolution
Approving Change to Construction Contract (Change Orders 21 – 25)
a. City Engineer Ahl presented the report.
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Councilmember Hjelle moved to adopt the following resolution directing the modification of the
existing construction contract project 02-08 for County Road D Realignment (West)
Improvements:
RESOLUTION 06-10-125
DIRECTING MODIFICATION OF EXISTING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
PROJECT 02-08, CHANGE ORDER Nos. 21-25
(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. 21-25, (T.A.
Schifsky Contract), as an increase to said contract by an amount of $47,581.50, such that the new
contract amount is now and hereby established as $974,422.25.
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
Orders No. 21-25 as a contract increase in the amount of $47,581.50. The revised contract amount is
$974,422.25 and,
The finance director is hereby authorized to make the financial transfers necessary to
implement the revised financing plan for the project. A project budget of $3,680,500.00 shall be
established. The proposed financing plan is as follows:
Mn/Dot510,303.86$
Troutland10,000.00$
Ramsey County690,582.00$
Vadnais Heights304,908.00$
SPRWS33,378.00$
Developer45,000.00$
Enviro Utility Fund18,000.00$
2006 Bonding468,544.00$
Special Assessments1,077,964.00$
Bond Sales521,820.14$
TOTAL3,680,500.00$
Seconded by Mayor Longrie Ayes-All
4. South Maplewood Development Moratorium
a. Interim City Manager Copeland presented the report.
b. Planner Roberts presented further specifics from the report.
c. Commissioner Pearson presented the Planning Commission report.
Councilmember Hjelle moved to direct staff to proceed with the preparation of an ordinance for a south
Maplewood Development Moratorium.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-All
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Mayor Longrie removed the motion from the floor to acknowledge visitors present to speak to
the item:
Nancy Lazaryan, 10734 West Lake Road, Rice
Carl Erb, 2354 Heights Avenue East, Maplewood
Michael Bailey, Sterling Street, Maplewood
Jamie Jensen, Arden Hills resident and Maplewood Developer
Carolyn Peterson, 1801 Gervais Avenue, Maplewood
Carl Erb, second appearance
Mayor Longrie requested that Planner Roberts place the Comprehensive Plan on the
city website and informed the public that copies are also available for viewing at city hall.
Mayor Longrie moved to direct the staff to prepare a resolution, as well as draft an ordinance,
for a 1 year development moratorium for all properties south of Carver Avenue west and east of
I494 that are zoned R-1 (R) and (F) Farm for the purpose of conducting a study to facilitate the
orderly development of this property. This study is to include, but is not limited to, the following
considerations: evaluation and review the assumptions and conclusions of the 2003 sewer
study; new developments in storm water management requirements; Mississippi Critical Area
initiatives of neighboring communities; public policy changes that impact the public policy
enacted in 2003; percentage of R-1(R) acreage to other land acreage for residential purposes;
percentage of R-1 (R) housing potential in relation to the other percentage of housing
opportunities in Maplewood, i.e. single dwelling 40,000 sq. ft lots, 10,000 sq. ft lots , R-1(S)
(small) lot, high density, mid density, etc.; Ramsey County Water Shed Project considerations
and involvement; connectivity of area to Ramsey County Open Space; MnDOT Comprehensive
Trunk Highway plan through the area; traffic safety; strategies for protecting special resources,
including solar access, wind energy access, historic preservation, aggregate critical area (Met
Council Local Planning handbook); and the incorporation of the objectives found on pages 146
and 147 of the Maplewood Comprehensive plan.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-Mayor Longrie
Councilmembers Cave, Hjelle and
Juenemann
Nays-Councilmember Rossbach
5. Historic Preservation Commission
a. Mayor Longrie presented the report.
Councilmember Rossbach moved to approve $5,000 seed money for the Historic Commission
to begin making plans for the city’s 50th Anniversary Celebration.
Seconded by Mayor Longrie Ayes-All
8:52 p.m. A 10 minute break was taken.
3. Nancy Lazaryan
a. City Attorney Kantrud presented the staff report.
b. Councilmember Juenemann expressed concerns with the legal issues being addressed
in a council meeting forum and referred council to City Attorney Kantrud’s report.
c. Nancy Lazaryan made a presentation regarding the property in question (Applewood
Park and 2516 Linwood Avenue).
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During the presentation Councilmember Juenemann and Councilmember Hjelle exited the meeting.
Mayor Longrie moved to direct City Attorney Kantrud to review the developer’s agreement for 2516
Linwood.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-All
Councilmembers Hjelle and Juenemann returned to the meeting.
Councilmember Rossbach moved to extend the meeting to complete agenda item M1.
Seconded by Mayor Longrie Ayes-All
M. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
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1. On October 31 Mayor Longrie will be attending a session on Conservation Easements and will
bring information back for council and the Environmental and Natural Resource Commission.
N. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
1. Firms to Coordinate City Manager Hiring Process
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Mayor Longrie moved to table this item to the October 23 City Council Meeting due to additional
information requested.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-All
O. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Longrie adjourned the meeting at 11:41 p.m.
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