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MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00p.m.,Monday,July09,2012
Council Chambers, City Hall
Meeting No.12-12
A.CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the City Council was held in the City Hall Council Chambers and was called to
order at7:02 p.m.by Mayor Rossbach.
B.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C.ROLL CALL
Will Rossbach, MayorPresent
Robert Cardinal, CouncilmemberPresent
Kathleen Juenemann, CouncilmemberPresent
Marvin Koppen, CouncilmemberPresent
James Llanas, CouncilmemberPresent
D.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The following items were added to the agenda:
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F1.July 4Celebration ReportM3.Recruiting Firefighters
M1.National Night OutM4.Ramsey County Family Service Center
M2.Afternoon Theft
Councilmember Llanas moved to approve the agenda as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember JuenemannAyes–All
The motion passed.
E.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.Approval of June 25,2012City Council WorkshopMinutes
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve the June 25, 2012City Council Workshop
Minutesas submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember LlanasAyes–All
The motion passed.
2.Approval ofJune25, 2012 City Council MeetingMinutes
CouncilmemberLlanasmoved to approve the June 25,2012City Council MeetingMinutes as
submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember JuenemannAyes–All
The motion passed.
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F.APPOINTMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
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1.July 4Celebration Report
City Clerk Guilfoile presented the staff report and thanked City staff for all their help in making
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the event a success with the return of July 4fireworks.
G.CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Juenemann requested agenda item G3, G6, G7 and G10 be highlighted.
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve agenda itemsG1-G10.
Seconded by CouncilmemberKoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
1.Approval of Claims
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve the Approval of Claims.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 398,877.19 Checks # 87321 thru # 87369
dated 6/18/12 thru 6/26/12
$ 268,610.64 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 6/18/12 thru 6/22/12
$ 307,276.93 Checks # 87371 thru # 87460
dated 6/26/12 thru 7/3/12
$ 346,380.54 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 6/25/12 thru 6/29/12
$ 1,321,145.30 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
$ 508,184.58 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 6/22/12
$ 1,956.39 Payroll Deduction check # 9987285 thru # 9987288 dated 6/22/12
$ 510,140.97 Total Payroll
$ 1,831,286.27 GRAND TOTAL
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
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2.Approval of Resolution Certifying Election Judges for the August 14, 2012 State
and Federal Primary Election
Councilmember Juenemannmoved toApprove the Resolution Certifying Election Judges for the
August 14, 2012 State and Federal Primary Election.
RESOLUTION 12-7-761
ACCEPTING ELECTION JUDGES
RESOLVED, that the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota, accepts the following list of
Election Judges for the 2012 Primary Election to be held on Tuesday, August 14, 2012.
Abeyratne, PriaConnolly, ColleenGebauer, Victor
Achmeier, KevinCoyle, JimGerlach, Barbara
Gerten, John
Ahl, ChuckCoyle, Rose
D'Arcio, IndiaGerten, Judy
Ahrens, Fran
Aikens, MeridithDeeg, EdwardGipple, Kristine
Delveaux, JayGlissendorf, Sue
Allen, Jim
Demko, FredGolaski, Diane
Allen, Mark R.
Gordon, Suzanne
Anderson, BeverlyDesai, Kalpana
Granse, Barbara
Anderson, ElsieDeZelar, Phil
Dickerson, GlenndellGravink, Barb
Anderson, Mary Sue
Gudknecht, Jamie
Anderson, NancyDickson, Helen Jean
Gustafson, Dianne
Anderson, SuzanneDroeger, Diane
Duellman, AudreyGuthrie, Rosie
Ansari, Ahsan
Dunham, BobHafner, Michael
Arnold, Ajla
Hahn , Vonna
Aurandt, RobertEickhoff, Carolyn
Ek, JohnHanson, Joan
Bartelt, Joan
Ek, SusanHart, Barbara
Bedor, David
Heininger, Gordon
Beggs, ReganElliott, Michael
Herber, Darlene
Behr, JeanetteErickson, Elizabeth
Erickson, EricHervig, Cindy
Behrens, Margaret
Hill, Jan
Belland, JaimeErickson, Sue
Hines, Constance
Berry, RobertEvans, Carol
Fastner, VickiHinnenkamp, Gary
Bieniek, Robert
Fernholz, JeanHitzman, Harold
Bjorklund, Diane
Hogan, Anna
Bolden, DonitaFinch, Michael
Finch, RobertaHorgan, Gerald
Bond, Sandra
Fischer, PeterHorgan, Sharon
Booher, Michele
Horner, Jan
Bortz, AlbertFitzgerald, Delores
Horwath, Ivori
Bortz, JeanneFosburgh, Anne
Fowler, CynthiaHulet, Jeanette
Bruner, Deborah
Franzen, JamesHulet, Robert
Bunkowske, Bernice
Huth, Patricia
Carle, JeanetteFranzen, Nick
Freer, Mary JoHuth, Raymond
Carson, Fannie
Friedlein, CharleneInhofer, Mary Claire
Carson, Helen
Jaafaru, Timothy
Cathleen, CotterFriedlein, Richard
Jagoe, Carole
Chromey, DonnaFrost, James
Fuller, Mary KatherineJahn, David
Chromey, Terrance
Janaszak, Meghan
Cleland, AnnGalligher, Patricia
Jefferson, Gwendolyn
Combe, EdwardGarrison, Carolyn Ann
Garvey, TerrenceJensen, Robert
Connelly, Thomas
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Johannessen, JudithMechelke, GeraldineRubbert, Shirley
Mechelke, Mary Lou
Johansen, KathleenRudeen, Elaine
Meehan, James
Johnson, WarrenSagert, Chris
Jones, ShirleyMeister-Westermann, Saltz, Rosalie
Jurmu, JoyceJeanSandberg, Janet
Mersereau, Connie
Kapfer, DebSatriano, Pauline
Karner, AnnMeyer, KayleenSauer, Elmer
Kaul, ShirleyMielke, KarenSauer, Kathleen
Moen, Bill
Kearn, BarbaraSauro, Janet
Moenck, Mary Ann
Kirchoff, HaroldSawyer, Sharon
Kliethermes, JamiMollica, ArthurScharnott, Thomas
Moran, Joyce E.
Knauss, CarolScheuble, RoJean
Moreno, Marlene
Knutson, LoisScheunemann,
Koch, RosemaryMudek, DoloresMarjorie
Kramer, DennisMudek, LeoSchiff, Marge
Mudgett, Sandy
Krause, BruceSchluender, Cynthia
Muenchow, Mike
Krebsbach, JeanSchneider, Mary Ann
Kreger, JasonMuraski, GerrySchramel, Betty
Myster, Thomas
Kude, CarolSchramel, Jim
Nazarian, Frederick
Kuehnel, EdwardSchultz, Louise
Kwapick, JackieNelson, PercySeidel, Dave
Labossiere, DonnaNettleton, JanetSeidel, Gloria
Newcomb, Mary
Lackner, MarvellaShankar, Ananth
Lampe, CharlotteNichols, MirandaShores, Teresa
Larson, MichelleNieters, LouiseSimmer, Kathleen
Nissen, Helen
Lauren, LorraineSimmer, Richard
Norberg, Ann
LaValle, FayleneSkaar, Delaney
Lawrence, DonnaNoyes, DouglasSkaar, Susan
Oberg, Caleb
Layer, StephanieSpangler, Bob
O'Brien, D. William
Layer, TomSpies, Louis
Olson, Anita
Leiter, BarbaraStafki, Tim
Olson, Lois
Leo , PatiSteenberg, Judith
Olson, NormanSteenberg, Richard
Letourneau, Sandra
Olson, Stacy
Lincowski, SteveStenson, Karen
Oslund, Kathryn
Lincowski, ViStevens, Sandra
Osman, JamalStorm, Mary
Lindskog, Phyllis
Otto, EricStrack, Joan
Liptak, Marianne
Paddock, Ken
Lockwood, JackieSweningeon, Rudolph
Parent, DianTaylor, Lori
Loipersbeck, Darlene
Pavel, MargaretTaylor, Rita
Loipersbeck, Jules
Pedersen, Bernard
Lowery, PaulThomas, Jeff
Peitzman, Lloyd
Lucas, LydiaThomforde, Faith
Lynne, CaroleThompson, Jerrilyn
Peper, Marilyn
Mahowald, ValerieThompson, Julie
Pickett, William
Mahre, JeriPlaster, RaeTietel, Lynn
Mammenga II, DonaldTourville, Michael
Pogalz, Linda
Manthey, JohnTrippler, Dale
Priefer, Bill
Maskrey, ThomasReeve, ClaudiaTschida, Micki
Mauston, SheliaRenslow, RitaUrbanski, Holly
McCabe, BonnieUrbanski, William
Rieper, Allan
McCann, JohnRobinson, EmilyVanBlaricom, Beulah
McCarthy, PeggyRodriguez, VincentVolkman, Phyllis
McCarthy, RyanWasmundt, Gayle
Rohrbach, Charles
McCauley, JudyWebb, Paulette
Rohrbach, Elaine
Mealey, GeorgiaRoller, CarolynWeiland, Connie
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Weinberg, VickiWolff, PatriciaZager, Scott
Wessel, WarrenWolfgram, DorothyZawacki, James
Westergard, JoanneWood, SusanZian, Helen
Whitcomb, LarryYang, CanaZipko, Leroy
White, GregYorkovich, Cindy
Witschen, DeloresYoung, Linda
Wold, HansZacho, Karen
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
3.Resolution Accepting Donation to the Police Department From Residential
Mortgage Group
Chief of Police Thomalla presented the staff report.
Councilmember Juenemannmoved toapprove the Resolution Accepting Donation to the Police
Department From Residential Mortgage Group.
RESOLUTION 12-7-762
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING GIFT TO CITY
WHEREAS, Maplewood is AUTHORIZED to receive and accept grants, gifts and devices
of real and personal property and maintain the same for the benefit of the citizens and pursuant to
the donor’s terms if so-prescribed, and;
WHEREAS, Residential Mortgage Group (RMG) wishes to grant the City of Maplewood
the following: $100, and;
WHEREAS, Residential Mortgage Group has instructed that the City will be required to
use the aforementioned for: use by the Police Department to directly improve the community,
and;
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood has agreed to use the subject ofthis resolution for the
purposes and under the terms prescribed, and;
WHEREAS, the City agrees that it will accept the gift by a super majority of its governing
body’s membership pursuant to Minnesota Statute §465.03;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, pursuant to Minnesota Statute §465.03, that the
Maplewood City Council approves, receives and accepts the gift aforementioned and under such
terms and conditions as may be requested or required.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
4.Conditional Use Permit Review for a Planned Unit Development, Gethsemane
Senior Housing, South of 2410 Stillwater Road
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to Terminate the Conditional Use Permit for theGethsemane
Senior HousingPlanned Unit Development, South of 2410 Stillwater Road.
RESOLUTION 12-7-767
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
TERMINATION RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Gethsemane Lutheran Church and Presbyterian Homes of Minnesota,
received approval from theMaplewood City Council on July 14, 2008, for a conditional use permit
for a planned unit development to build a 111-unit senior-housing development.
WHEREAS, in the subsequent four years no construction progress has been made and
therefore city code states the permit is null and void.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to the property located south of Gethsemane Lutheran
Church, 2410 Stillwater Road. The legal description is:
Lot 1, Block 1, Gethsemane Addition
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit termination is as follows:
1.On July 9, 2012, the city council terminated this conditional use permit since the
applicants, Gethsemane Lutheran Church and Presbyterian Homes of Minnesotahave made no
substantial construction progress on this project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the city council terminates the above-
described conditional use permit because Gethsemane Lutheran Church and Presbyterian
Homes of Minnesota have made no construction progress and city code requires the permit to
end.
The Maplewood City Council approvedthis resolution of termination on July 9, 2012.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
5.Approval to Move the Tennis Court Project from Playcrest to Maplewood Heights
Councilmember Juenemannmoved toapprove Moving the Money for the Project Approved for
Playcrest Park to the Tennis and Basketball Courts at Maplewood Heights; and Moving Forward
with Resurfacing the Basketball Court at Playcrest Park.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
6.Resolution Accepting Donation from St. Paul East Parks Lions to City of
Maplewood
Park and Recreation Director Konewko presented the staff report.
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve theResolution Accepting the $300 Donation for
Trees for Lions Park and Refreshments for Maplewood’s 2012 Arbor Day Celebration from St.
Paul East Parks Lions to City of Maplewood.
RESOLUTION12-7-763
ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION
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WHEREAS the City of Maplewood’s Parks and Recreation Department has received a
donation of $300 for trees for Lions Park and for refreshments for Maplewood’s 2012 Arbor Day
Celebration.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Maplewood City Council authorizes the
City of Maplewood, Parks and Recreation Department to accept this donation.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
7.Resolution Accepting Donation from Friends of Maplewood Nature to City of
Maplewood
Parks and Recreation Director presented the staff report.
Councilmember Juenemannmoved toapprovethe Resolution Accepting the $1,522.73 Donation
for the June 2012 Season Environmental Insert from Friends of Maplewood Nature to City of
Maplewood.
RESOLUTION12-7-764
ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION
WHEREAS the City of Maplewood and the Parks and Recreation Departmenthas
received a donation of $1522.73 for printing of the June 2012 Seasons environmental insert.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Maplewood City Council authorizes the
City of Maplewood, Parks andRecreation Departmentto accept this donation.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
8.Approval of License Fee Reduction for Excel Pawn
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve the Annual License Fee Reduction for Excel
Pawnof $5,000 for 2012 and 2013 with the 2014 Fee Returning to the Annual Fee Established by
the City Council.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
9.Approve Entering Into Contract for Landscaping Services for Rainwater Gardens,
Western Hills Area Street Improvements, City Project 10-14
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve Entering into a Contract for Landscaping Services
with Noble Landscaping for Landscaping Services for Rainwater Gardensas Part of the Western
Hills Area Street Improvements, City Project 10-14with a Total Cost of 28,636.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
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10.Approval to Accept the Grant from Firehouse Subs and Authorization to Purchase
Turnout Gear
Fire Chief Lukin presented the staff report.
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve to Accept the Grant from Firehouse Subsin the
Amount of $20,004andAuthorizethePurchase of Turnout Gear ThroughFirehouse Subs
Foundation in the Amount of $20,004.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
H.PUBLIC HEARING
1.Approval of Ordinance Amendment Regarding Reinforced-Turf Parking Lots –First
Reading
City Planner Ekstrand presented the staff report and answered questions of the council.
Mayor Rossbach opened the public hearing. No one spoke.
Mayor Rossbach closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve the First Reading of the Reinforced Parking Lots
Ordinance Adding Getting Approval from the Police and Fire Chiefs on the Proposal.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
2.Approval of Ordinance Amendment Regarding Dynamic Display Signs –First
Reading
City Planner Ekstrand presented the staff report and answered questions of the council.
Mayor Rossbach opened the public hearing.
Mike Miranowski from the Myth Nightclub addressed the council.
Mayor Rossbach closed the public hearing.
No Action TakenAyes–All
I.UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1.Approval of Charitable Gambling Policy and Application
Assistant City Manager Ahl presented the staff report and answered questions of the council.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Charitable Gambling Policy and Application.
Seconded by Councilmember LlanasAyes–All
The motion passed.
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2.Approval of Planning Fees for Police Department –City Hall Expansion Project
Assistant City Manager presented the staff report and answered questions of the council.
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to authorize the Assistant City Manager to Enter into an
Agreement and Approve Expenses with SEH, Inc. for upto $65,000 for the Preliminary Planning
and Architectural Design Work for the Police Department Expansion –City Hall Improvement
Project.
Seconded by Mayor RossbachAyes–All
The motion passed.
J.NEW BUSINESS
1.Consideration of Penalties for Alcohol and Tobacco Compliance Failures
City Clerk Guilfoile presented the staff report and answered questions of the council. The
following people were present and addressed the council:
1.Joe Stanek, Owner of MGM Liquor
2.Barry Rapp,Manager of Big Discount Liquor
3.Robert Thao, Manager of Downtown Lav 52 Km
4.Mike Miranowski, Myth Night Club
5.Mai Yang, Owner of Stargate Dance Club
CouncilmemberLlanas moved to approve the Penalties for Alcohol and Tobacco Compliance
Failuresas indicated below.
Big Discount Liquor$500
Downtown Lav 52 Km$1,000
Hillside Liquors$1,000
Maplewood Kwik Mart$250
MGM Liquor Warehouse$2,000
Myth$500
Outback Steakhouse$1,000
Stargate Dance Club$500
Seconded by Councilmember JuenemannAyes–All
The motion passed.
City Attorney Kantrud presented the Maplewood BP compliance failure report and answered
questions of the council.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approved the Staff Recommended Fines of $500, $750,
$1,000 and 7-Day Suspension for Maplewood BP for Tobacco Compliance Failures; Recognizing
the 7-Day Suspension HadAlready BeenServed.
Seconded by Councilmember LlanasAyes–All
The motion passed.
Mayor Rossbach called for a 10 minute break.
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2.Approval of Purchase Agreement for City-Owned Land, Hazelwood Street and
County Road D East
Planner Martin presented the staff report and answered questions of the council.
CouncilmemberJuenemannmoved to approve the Purchase Agreement to Sell 1.32 Acres of
City-Owned Land, Hazelwood Street and County Road D Eastto the Area Economic
Development Authority for the Purpose of Economic Development.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
3.Councilmember Resignation
a.Approval of Resolution Declaring a Vacancy on the City Council
b.Approval of Resolution Calling for a Special Election
City Clerk Guilfoile presented the staff report and answered questions of the council.
Mayor Rossbach moved to approve the Resolution Declaring a Vacancy on the City Council.
RESOLUTION12-7-765
CITY OF MAPLEWOOD
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING RESIGNATION AND DECLARING A VACANCY
WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council has received the written resignation of
Councilmember James Llanas, effective on October 31, 2012.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA, AS FOLLOWS:
The council accepts Councilmember James Llanas’resignation as described above.
The council declares that a vacancy exists on council effective on October 31, 2012.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Maplewood on July 9, 2012.
Seconded by Councilmember LlanasAyes–Mayor Rossbach, Councilmember
Cardinal, Koppen and Llanas
Nay–Councilmember Juenemann
The motion passed.
Mayor Rossbach moved to approve the Resolution Calling for a Special Election.
RESOLUTION12-7-766
CITY OF MAPLEWOOD
RESOLUTION CALLING FOR A SPECIAL ELECTION
WHEREAS, a vacancy exists on the Maplewood City Council.
WHEREAS, the vacancy occurred before the first day to file affidavits of candidacy for the
next regular General Election.
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WHEREAS, Maplewood City Ordinance 866 dictates a Special Election is to be held when
a vacancy exists as follows:
In the event a vacancy is declared pursuant to state law, the city council shall by
resolution declare such a vacancy to exist. If the unexpired term is for a period of six
months or less, the council shall appoint an eligible person to serve for the remainder of
the unexpired term. In the event the unexpired term is greater than six months, the
council shall hold a special election to fill the unexpired term.
The special election shall be held as soon as the vacancy is declared as is practical under
state law, no special primary election shall occur in cases of special elections held
pursuant to this section.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA, AS FOLLOWS:
A Special Election is ordered to fill avacancy on the Maplewood City Council. The
Special Election will be held in conjunction with the November 6, 2012 General Election.
The person elected shall fill the vacancyfor the remainder of the term vacated by
Councilmember Llanas to January 6, 2014.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Maplewood on July 9, 2012.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–Mayor Rossbach, Councilmember
Cardinal, Koppen and Llanas
Nay–Councilmember Juenemann
The motion passed.
K.AWARD OF BIDS
None.
L.ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
None.
M.COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
1.National Night Out
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Councilmember Juenemann reminded residents that National Night Out is August 7. She
encouraged residents to starting talking to their neighbors about how as a neighborhood you are
going to celebrate National Night Out by being in your neighborhood and getting to know each
other.
2.Afternoon Theft
Councilmember Cardinal requesting information from Chief Thomalla regarding an afternoon theft
that occurred between 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
3.Recruiting Firefighters
Councilmember Cardinalinquired if the City of Maplewood still recruited volunteer firefighters.
Chief Lukin informed the council and residents that the City no longer recruits volunteer
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firefighters. If at some time the City is unable to hire trained firefighters, then a training program
would be instituted. There is also training available to junior colleges around the area.
4.Ramsey CountyFamily Service Center
Councilmember Cardinalrecognized several organizations that pay and serve dinner to those in
need.
St. AmbroseSt. Peter
Christ LutheranSt. Jerome
TransfigurationSt. Pius, White Bear Lake
Grace LutheranCross Lutheran
Our SaviorUnitarian, White Bear Lake
St. John in the WildernessSt. Pascal
St. CharlesSt. Mark’s Catholic
St. Mark’s LutheranHoly Spirit
Christ the KingSt. Odilia
Zion Lutheran3M Families
Harbor ChurchCatholic Charities
N.ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Rossbachadjourned the meeting at 9:38p.m.
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