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MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00p.m.,Thursday,November 15,2012
Council Chambers, City Hall
Meeting No.20-12
A.CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the City Council was held in the City Hall Council Chambers and was called to order
at 7:05p.m.by Mayor Rossbach.
B.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C.ROLL CALL
Will Rossbach, MayorPresent
Robert Cardinal, CouncilmemberPresent
Kathleen Juenemann, CouncilmemberPresent
Marvin Koppen, CouncilmemberPresent
D.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The following items were added to the agenda:
F2Proclamation:Acknowledgement of Girl Scouts of Northern Lights Service Unit
J6Approval of a Gambling Premise License–Lady Slipper
N1.CAD Update
N2.Video Streaming Request
N3.Steering Committee for Active Military Recognition
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve the agenda as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
E.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.Approval of October 22,2012City Council MeetingMinutes
Mayor Rossbach moved to correct the minutes toproperly reflect that agenda item G14: Approval
of Utility Billing and Collection Services Agreement with Board of Water Commissioners of the
City of Saint Paulwas pulled from the agendaand not approved as reflected in the minutes.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
Councilmember Cardinalmoved to approve the October 22, 2012City Council MeetingMinutes
as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
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F.APPOINTMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
1.Presentation of Environmental Stewardship Award to the City of Maplewood,
American Public Works Association
Sherry Buss from the MN Chapter of the Public Works Association gave a brief presentation on
the decision to award the City of Maplewood the Environmental Stewardship Award for their
environmental efforts.
2.Acknowledgement of Girl Scouts of Northern Lights Service Unit Involvement in the
October 13, 2012 Centennial Day of Service
Mayor Rossbach presented a Proclamation to Girl Scout Troop 5365 for their efforts to assist the
City in removing leaves and cleaning street gutters on County Road City.
Proclamation
Whereas,
The Northern Lights Service Unit is part of the Girl Scouts ofMinnesota and
Wisconsin River Valleys;
Whereas,
there are over 60 troops with over 600 registeredGirl Scouts;
Whereas,
the Northern Lights Service Unit represents Maplewood, North St. Paul and
Oakdale and provides opportunities for girls to serve their communities and learn the
importance of community involvement;
Whereas,
it is vital to the continued success of any community to promote and
educate residents as to the value of community service;
Whereas,
on October 13, 2012 members of the Northern Lights volunteered to work
with the residents to remove leaves from the street gutters on County Road C in the City of
Maplewood as part of a larger scale community clean up;
Whereas,
the girl scouts delivered educational materials to the residents about the
project and;
Whereas,
the girl scouts removed 72 bags of leafs and delivered them to be
composted;
Whereas,
we are proud of the achievement of the members of the Northern Lights for
the work that they did in our city;
NOW, THEREFORE,
the Maplewood City Council declares that November 15, 2012,
is hereby dedicated and proclaimed as: Northern Lights Service Unit Day in recognition of
their accomplishments in assisting the residents of the City of Maplewood in the community
clean up.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF,
the Mayor of the City of Maplewood sets hishand and has
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caused the Seal of the City of Maplewood to be affixedto the proclamationthis 15day of
November 2012.
3.Commissioner Appointments
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a.Environmental & Natural Resources Commission
b.Planning Commission
c.Police Civil Service Commission
Assistant City Manager presented the staff report.
CouncilmemberJuenemannmoved to approve the Resolution to Appoint Candidates to the
Environmental & Natural Resources, Planning and Police Civil Services Commissions.
RESOLUTION 12-11-805
BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
Hereby appoints the following individuals, who have interviewed with the Maplewood City
Council, to serve on the following commissions:
Environmental & Natural Resources Commission
-Cynthia Schafer, term expires September 30, 2014
Planning Commission
-Alvin Bierbaum, term expires December 31, 2015
Police Civil Service Commission
-Lisa Liddell, term expires December 31, 2015
Seconded by Councilmember CardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
G.CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Juenemann requested that agenda items G4,G17 and G18 be highlighted and a
question for agenda item G7.
CouncilmemberJuenemannmoved toapprove agenda items G1-G20.
Seconded by Councilmember CardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
1.Approval of Claims
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve the Approval of Claims.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 676,106.34 Checks # 88172 thru # 88213
dated 10/23/12
$ 339,047.76 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 10/15/12 thru 10/19/12
$ 2,090,261.25 Checks # 88214 thru # 88270
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dated 10/23/12 thru 10/30/12
$ 255,911.23 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 10/22/12 thru 10/26/12
$ 347,304.88 Checks # 88271 thru # 88335
dated 11/1/12 thru 11/6/12
$ 388,829.70 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 10/29/12 thru 11/2/12
$ 4,097,461.16 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
$ 507,961.46 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 10/26/12
$ 1,639.84 Payroll Deduction check # 9987558 thru # 9987561 dated 10/26/12
$ 509,601.30 Total Payroll
$ 4,607,062.46 GRAND TOTAL
Seconded by Councilmember CardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
2.Approval to Purchase a Used Chevy Tahoe –Fire Department
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve the purchase of a Chevrolet Tahoe in the amount
of 24, 000 from Oakdale Fire Department.
Seconded by Councilmember CardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
3.Proclamation to Establish November 15, 2012 as America Recycles Day in
Maplewood
Councilmember Juenemannmoved torecognize November 15, 2012 as America Recycles Day
by adoptionofthe attached Proclamation.
Proclamation by the Maplewood City Council
Establishing November 15, 2012 as America Recycles Day
Whereas, the City of Maplewood recognizes the importance of protecting and preserving
our natural resources and adopting conscientious habits that will improve our daily lives and bring
about a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable environment; and
Whereas, although there has been a significant increase in the amount of recycling in
Maplewoodto date, we must also continue to focus on other initiatives such as waste reduction,
composting, the reuse of products and materials, and purchasing recycled products; and
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Whereas, by encouraging businesses, state agencies, nonprofit organizations, schools
and individuals to celebrate America Recycles Day 2012, we can further promote recycling as an
environmentally efficient and economically smart habit; and
Whereas, state and community leaders can help encourage recycling by informing
citizens about local recycling options, they can also help foster greater awareness of the need to
expand collections programs by promoting the benefits of recycling investments for businesses;
and
Whereas, it is important that all Maplewood citizens become involved in recycling activities
and learn more about the many recycled and recyclable products available to them as
consumers; it is also fitting for [your city/state] to celebrate America Recycles Day 2012 and take
action by educating citizens about the recycling options available in our community;
Now, therefore, the City Council and Mayor of Maplewood do hereby recognize November
15, 2012 as America Recycles Day.
Seconded by Councilmember CardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
4.Resolution Accepting Donation to Police Department from Residential Mortgage
Group
Acting Chief Kvam presented the staff report.
Councilmember Juenemannmoved toapprove the $100 donation and thebudget adjustments be
made so that funds can be expended by the Police Department as needed.
Resolution 12-11-806
Authorizing Gift to City
WHEREAS, Maplewood is AUTHORIZED to receive and accept grants, gifts and devices
of real andpersonal 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 of this 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.
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The Maplewood City Council passed this resolution by a super majority vote of its membership on
November 15, 2012.
Seconded by Councilmember CardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
5.Approval of 2013 Animal Control Contract
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve and accept the 2013 contract from Animal Control
Services.
Seconded by CouncilmemberCardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
6.Approval of Correction to Planning Commissioner Stephen Wensman’s Term
Expiration Date
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to Approval of Correction to Planning Commissioner Stephen
Wensman’s Term Expiration Date.
Resolution12-11-807
BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
Hereby appoints the following individuals, who have interviewed with the Maplewood City
Council, to serve on the following commissions:
Planning Commission
-StephenWensman, term expires December 31, 2015
Seconded by Councilmember CardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
7.Consider Maplewood Area Historical Society Request for Use of Awarded 2012
Charitable Gambling Funds for Alternative Project
Assistant City Manager Ahl answered questions of the council.
Councilmember Juenemann movedto approve the use of 2012 Charitable Gambling funds
awarded tothe Maplewood Area Historical Society to be used towards insulating the Bruentrup
Heritage Farm house.
Seconded by CouncilmemberCardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
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8.Approval of Resolution Certifying Special Assessments for Unpaid Ambulance Bills
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve theResolution to certify $10,058.06 of unpaid
ambulance bulls for collection with 2013 property taxes which includes interest at the rate of ten
percent on the total amount for one year.
Resolution 12-11-808
RESOLVED, that the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify to the Auditor
of Ramsey County the following ambulance bills totaling $10,058.06 for collection with the taxes
of said property owner for the year 2012, collectible in 2013, which includes interest at the rate of
ten percent (10%) on the total amount for one year.
Seconded by CouncilmemberCardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
9.Approval of Resolution Certifying Special Assessments for Unpaid Miscellaneous
Bills
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve the Resolution certifying $30,306.73 of unpaid
miscellaneous charges for collection with 2013 property taxes which includes interest at the rate
of ten percent on the total amount for one year.
Resolution 12-11-809
RESOLVED, that the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify to the Auditor
of Ramsey County the following miscellaneous charges totaling $30,306.73 for collection with the
taxes of said property owner for the year 2012, collectible in 2013, which includes interest at the
rate of ten percent (10%) on the total amount for one year.
Seconded by Councilmember CardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
10.Approval of Resolution Adopting Ambulance Rates for 2013
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve the Resolution adopting Ambulance rates for
2013 at the rates shown.
Resolution 12-11-810
Adoption of the 2013 Ambulance Rates
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood has established ambulance rates, and
WHEREAS, city staff has reviewed the ambulance rates.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA, that:
1.The updated ambulance rates with a 3% increase shall become effective beginning January
1, 2013, with rates set as follows:
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Non-transport$ 618.00
Basic life support1,634.00
Advanced life support 12,148.00
Advanced life support 22,369.00
Charge per mile 21.20
2.The updated ambulance rates are approved for all related ambulance runs received on or
after January 1, 2013.
3.The rates shown will be reviewed by staff on an annual basis with recommendations for
revisions brought to the city council for consideration.
Seconded by Councilmember CardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
11.Approval of Resolution Decertifying TIF Economic Development District No. 1-5,
Schroeder Milk
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve the Resolution Decertifying TIF Economic
Development District No. 1-5, SchroderMilk effective December 31, 2012.
Resolution 12-11-811
RESOLUTION DECERTIFYING TAX INCREMENT FINANCING
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NO. 1-5, SCHROEDER MILK
WHEREAS, on July 31, 2003, the City of Maplewood (the “City”) established its Tax
Increment Financing Economic Development District No. 1-5, Schroeder Milk (the “District”); and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.174 to 469.179 (the “TIF Act”) authorizes
the City Council to decertify a tax increment financing district when the term of the district expires;
and
WHEREAS, the City desires by this resolution to decertify the District effective December
31, 2012, by which taxing jurisdictions will benefit from an increased tax base effective for taxes
payable in 2013; and
WHEREAS, the City Council acknowledges such action will be taken by Ramsey County
to decertify the District as a tax increment district and will not remit tax increment from the District
to the City.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood,
Minnesota, as follows:
The Finance Manager is authorized and directed to provide Ramsey County with
documents related to decertification of the District, to submit the Confirmation of
Decertified TIF District form to the Office of the State Auditor and take any other steps
required for decertification by December 31, 2012.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, this 15th day of November,
2012.
Seconded by Councilmember CardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
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12.Approval of Resolution Decertifying TIF Housing District No. 1-9, Gethsemane
Senior Housing Project
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve the Resolution Decertifying TIF Housing District
No. 1-9, Gethsemane Senior Housing Project effective December 31, 2012
Resolution 12-11-812
RESOLUTION DECERTIFYING TAX INCREMENT FINANCING
HOUSING DISTRICT NO. 1-9, GETHSEMANE SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT
WHEREAS, on May 8, 2009, the City of Maplewood (the “City”) established its Tax
Increment Financing Housing District No. 1-9, Gethsemane Senior Housing Project (the
“District”); and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.174 to 469.179 (the “TIF Act”) authorizes
the City Council to decertify a tax increment financing district if the housing project does not
proceed forward within four years; and
WHEREAS, the City desires by this resolution to decertify the District effective December
31, 2012, which will not have an effect on the tax base since the property within the District is
classified as exempt; and
WHEREAS, the City Council acknowledges such action will be taken by Ramsey County
to decertify the District as a tax increment district and will not remit tax increment from the District
to the City.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood,
Minnesota, as follows:
The Finance Manager is authorized and directed to provide Ramsey County with
documents related to decertification of the District, to submit the Confirmation of
Decertified TIF District form to the Office of the State Auditor and take any other steps
required for decertification by December 31, 2012.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, this 15th day of November,
2012.
Seconded by Councilmember CardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
13.Approval of Resolution Revising Terms of Assessment for Maplewood Senior
Living, LLC, Gladstone Area Redevelopment Improvements, Project 04-21
CouncilmemberJuenemannmoved to approve the Resolution Adopting Revised Assessment
Roll Terms, as well as the First Amendment to the Development Agreement for the Shores
Projectthat revises the payment schedule for the assessments on the property and seeking
consent for the same from Wings Financial.
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Resolution 12-11-813
ADOPTINGREVISED ASSESSMENT ROLL TERMS
WHEREAS, pursuant to a resolution adopted by the City Council on April 25, 2011, calling
for a Public Hearing on May 23, 2011, the assessment roll for the Gladstone Area
Redevelopment Improvements, City Project 04-21, was presented in a Public Hearing format,
pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, and
WHEREAS, the City Council opened and continued said Public Hearing from May 23,
2011 to June 27, 2011, and
WHEREAS, the City Council opened and continued said Public Hearing from June 27,
2011 to July 11, 2011, and
WHEREAS, the City Council opened and continued said Public Hearing from July 11,
2011 to July 25, 2011, and
WHEREAS, the City Council opened and continued said Public Hearing from July 25,
2011 to August 22, 2011, and
WHEREA, the City Council opened and continued said Public Hearing from August 22,
2011 to September 12, 2001, and
WHEREAS, one property owners, the Rand Corporation, filed an objection to their
assessment according to the requirements of Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429;and
WHEREAS, the terms of the assessment originally adopted September 12, 2011 shall be
revised this 15th day of November of 2012, as defined herein;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA:
a.Such objection of Rand Corporation is hereby acknowledged as a previous landowner and
thus is not considered valid based upon the current closing and development agreement;
such that no revision to the proposed assessment shall be considered.
b.Such proposed assessment, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part hereof, is
hereby accepted and shall constitute the special assessment against the lands named herein,
and each tract of land therein is hereby found to be benefited by the proposed improvement in
the amount of theassessment levied against it.
c.The assessment roll for the Gladstone Area Redevelopment Improvements, a copy of which
is attached hereto and made a part hereof, is hereby adopted. Said assessment roll shall
constitute the special assessment against the lands named therein, and each tract of land
therein included is hereby found to be benefited by the proposed improvement in the amount
of the assessment levied against it.
d.Such assessments shall be payable in equal annual installments extending over a period of
20 19 years, the first installments to be payable on or before the first Monday in January 2012
2013 and shall bear interest at the rate of 5.0 percent per annum for the date of the adoption
of this assessment resolution. To the first installment shall be added interest on the entire
assessment from the date of this resolution until December 31, 2011. Interest shall be added
to the entire assessment balance from the date of the original resolution until December 31,
2012. To each subsequent installment when due shall be added interest for one year on all
unpaid installments.
e.The owner of any property so assessed may, at any time prior to certification of the
assessment to the county auditor, but no later than November 15, 2011 December 15, 2012,
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pay the whole of the assessment on such property, with interest accrued to the date of the
payment, to the city clerk, except that no interest shall be charged if the entire assessment is
paid within 30 days from the adoption of this resolution; and they may, at any time after
November15, 2011, pay to the county auditor the entire amount of the assessment remaining
unpaid, with interest accrued to December 31 of the year in which such payment is made.
Such payment must be made before November 15 or interest will be charged through
December 31 of the next succeeding year.
f.The City Engineer and City Clerk shall forthwith after November 16, 2012, but no later than
November 30, 2012,transmit a certified duplicate of this assessment to the county auditor to
be extended on the property tax lists of the county. Such assessments shall be collected and
paid over the same manner as other municipal taxes.
Revisions Adopted by the Council on this 15th day of November 2012.
Seconded by Councilmember CardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
14.Approval of Purchase of a Pump and Control Panel for the Lark Avenue Area
th
Stormwater Lift Station, July 16Storm Clean-Up, City Project 11-19
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to authorize the Public Works Department to purchase the
pump and control panel for an amount not to exceed $30,919 from W.W. Goetsch.
Seconded by CouncilmemberCardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
15.Venner Retail Redevelopment –1987 County Road D
a.Approval of Venner Retail’s Development Agreement
b.Approval of Venner Retail’s Storm Water Maintenance Agreement
Councilmember Juenemannmoved approve the Development Agreementswith WBA 1200, LLC
for the Venner Plaza Shoppes at 1987 County Road D, as approved on March 26, 2012 and
authorize the Mayor and City Manger to execute the agreement signifying City Council approval.
Seconded by CouncilmemberCardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
16.Approval of Resolution Directing Modification of Existing Construction Contract,
Change Order No. 1, Bartelmy-Meyer Area Street Improvements, City Project 11-14
Councilmember Juenemannmoved approve the Resolution Direction Modification of Existing
Construction Contract, Change Order No. 1, for the Bartelmy-Meyer Area Street Improvements,
City Project 11-14.
Resolution 12-11-814
DIRECTING MODIFICATION OF EXISTING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
PROJECT 11-14, CHANGE ORDER NO. 1
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered made
Improvements Project 11-14, Bartelmy-Meyer Area Street Improvements, and has let a
construction contract pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, and
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WHEREAS, it is now necessary and expedient that said contract be modified and
designated as Improvement Project 11-14, Change Order No. 1.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA, that:
1.The Mayor and City Engineer are hereby authorized and directed to modify the existing
contract by executing said Change Order No. 1 which is an increase of $37,268.20.
The revised contract amount is $2,916,657.53.
Adopted by the MaplewoodCity Council on this 15th day of November 2012.
Seconded by CouncilmemberCardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
17.Approval to Accept FDA Grant for Environmental Health Service
Assistant City Manager presented the staff report.
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve a Grant Agreement with the FDA and to accept
the payments for completing the self-assessment and participation in the program.
Seconded by CouncilmemberCardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
18.Fall Clean-Up Event Summary
Environmental Planner Finwall presented that staff report.
19.Approve Resolution Adopting 2013 Assessment Rates, Public Works Permit Fees,
and Park Availability Changes
Councilmember Juenemannmoved approve the Resolution for Adoption of the 2013 Assessment
Rates, Public Works Permit Fees,and Park Availability Changes.
Resolution12-11-815
ADOPTION OF THE 2013 ASSESSMENT RATES, PUBLIC WORKS PERMIT FEES,
AND PARK AVAILABILITY CHARGES
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood has established assessment rates, permit fees, and
park availability charges, and
WHEREAS, city staff has reviewed the assessment rates, permit fees, and park
availability charges.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA, that:
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1.The proposed assessment and improvement rates hereby attached shall become effective
beginning January 1,2013. Furthermore the special assessment rates shall be officially
established through a benefit appraisal analysis.
2.The updated public works fees are approved for all related permit applications received on or
after January 1, 2013.
3.The park availability charge (which has not changed from 2012) shall be effective beginning
January 1,2013.
4.The rates attached will be reviewed by staff on an annual basis with recommendations for
revision brought to the city council for consideration.
Seconded by CouncilmemberCardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
20.Consider Approval of 2013 SCORE Funding Grant Application
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve the 2013 SCORE Funding Grant application in
theamount of $78,629.
Seconded by CouncilmemberCardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
H.PUBLIC HEARING
None
I.UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1.Consider Approval of Benefit Level Increase for Fire Relief Association
Finance Manager Bauman presented the staff reportand answered questions of the council.
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to approve the bylaw change increasing the benefit level by
$500 to $6,000 per year of service to be effective January 1, 2013.
Seconded by Councilmember CardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
J.NEW BUSINESS
1.Consideration of a Resolution of Support for the Preparation of an Environmental
Assessment Worksheet (EAW) for a Proposed 3M Company Development Proposal
City Planner Ekstrand presented the staff report and answered questions of the council.Roger
Spinner from 3M was present and answered questions of the council.
Councilmember Juenemannmoved to adopt the Resolution establishing the Maplewood City
Council as the responsible governmental unit in the evaluation of the 3M Company environmental
assessment worksheet.
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Resolution 12-11-816
Resolution authorizing the City of Maplewood to serve as the responsible governmental unit (rgu)
for the 3M Research & Development building environmental assessment worksheet (EAW)
Whereas, 3M Company, located at 3M Center in the City of Maplewood, is proposing to
construct a new R & D building on its corporate campus, and
WHEREAS, the proposed project requires completion of an Environmental Assessment
Worksheet (EAW) that meets the requirement of Minnesota Rules Chapter 4410, Sections
4410.1000 through 4410.1700; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Rules 4410.4300, Subpart 14 specifies that the local
governmental unit shall serve as the RGU for construction of new industrial and commercial
facilities proposed within its boundaries that exceed the minimum threshold for environmental
review;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF MAPLEWOOD, RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA, that it should and hereby
determines that it will serveas the RGU for the 3M R & D Building EAW, and will complete the
EAW process as required by Minnesota Rules 4410.
Adopted by the Maplewood City Council this 15th day of November 2012.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
2.Canvass of the 2012 Special Election for City Council Member
City Clerk Guilfoile presented that staff report.
Councilmember Koppenmoved to approve the resolution canvassing the results of the Special
General Election for City Councilmember held on November 6, 2012.
CANVASS OF ELECTION
RESOLVED
, that the City Council of Maplewood, Ramsey County, Minnesota, acting as a
canvassing board on November 15, 2012, hereby declares the following results in the November
6, 2012, Special General Election.
COUNCILMEMBER:
Marylee Abrams2,160
Rebecca Cave 6,280
Tracey Tischler 2,163
Julie Wasiluk5,143
Rebecca Cave, receiving the highest number of votes for the Special General Election will be
sworn in as councilmember completing the term vacated by Councilmember James Llanas.
Seconded by Councilmember CardinalAyes–All
The motion passed.
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3.Consider Authorization for Phase 1 Improvements at 1902 E. County Road B –
Police Department Expansion –City Hall Improvements Project
Councilmember Cardinal moved to table authorization for Phase 1 Improvement at 1902 E.
County Road B –Police Department Expansion –City Hall Improvements Project.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–Council Members Cardinal and
Koppen
Nays–Mayor Rossbach and
Councilmember Juenemann
The motion failed.
Assistant City Manager Ahl presented the staff report and answered questions of the council.
Mayor Rossbach moved to authorizecity staff to solicit bids for a potential Phase 1 of City Hall
Expansion and Improvement Project at 1902 County Road B.
Seconded by Councilmember JuenemannAyes–Mayor Rossbach, Council Members
Juenemann and Koppen
Nays–Councilmember Cardinal
The motion passed.
4.Approval of Policy for Clear Channel Billboards and the MCC Dynamic Display Sign
Usage
City Clerk Guilfoile presented the staff report and answered questions of the council.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to restrict the use of the MCC Dynamic Display Sign and the
Clear Channel Dynamic Display Signs located in the City for exclusive use by the City of
Maplewood and contracted partners.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–Mayor Rossbach, Council Members
Juenemann and Koppen
Nays–Councilmember Cardinal
The motion passed.
5.Approval of Penalties for Alcohol Compliance Failures
City Clerk Guilfoile presented the staff report.
Mayor Rossbach moved toapproved to the penalties as recommended by staff.
Bambu Asian Cuisine$2,000
Downtown Lav 52 Km$2,000
Merwin Liquors$1,000
Seconded by Councilmember JuenemannAyes–All
The motion passed.
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6.Approval of a Gambling Premise License for Lady Slipper, ABWA to Operate at
Freddy’s Tiki Hut
City Clerk Guilfoile presented the staff report and answered questions of the council.Sandra Tia
Dammanfrom Lady Slipper, ABWAwas present and answered questions of the council.
Mayor Rossbach moved to approve the Resolution for a Gambling Premise License for Lady
Slipper, ABWAto operate at Freddy’s Tiki Hut located at 1820 Rice Street.
Resolution12-11-817
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, by the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota, that the
premise license for lawful gambling is approved for Lady Slipper, ABWA to operate at Freddy’s
Tiki Hut, located at 1820 Rice Street, Maplewood, Minnesota.
FURTHERMORE, that the Maplewood City Council waives any objectionto 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 license 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.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
K.AWARD OF BIDS
1.Consider Receiving Quotes and Awarding Construction Contract, City Dump
Remediation, Project 11-22
Public Works Director / City Engineer presented the staff report and answered questions of the
council.
Mayor Rossbachmoved toapprove the quote from Arnt Construction Co. Inc and award the
construction contract for the dump remediation in the amount of $95,075.00; direct the Finance
Manager to make the necessary transfers from the Environmental Utility Fund to cover project
expenses.
Seconded by Councilmember JuenemannAyes–All
The motion passed.
2.Consider Receiving Quotes and Awarding Construction Contract, Lark Area
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Stormwater Lift Station, July 16Storm Clean-Up, City Project 11-19
Public Works Director / City Engineer presented the staff report and answered questions of the
council.
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Councilmember Cardinalmoved toapprove the quote from Dave Perkins Contracting and award
the construction contract in the amount of $98,645.00; direct the Finance Manager to make the
necessary transfers and budget adjustments.
Seconded by Councilmember KoppenAyes–All
The motion passed.
L.ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
NONE
M.COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
1.CAD Update
Councilmember Juenemann reported that Ramsey County Board has approved a new CAD
System for the Ramsey County Emergency Communication Center. Costs and agreements will
be forwarded to the City Manager and Council upon completion.
2.Video Streaming Request
Councilmember Cardinal requested that the IT Director offer a demonstration on video streaming
that the City currently has available and open it to the residentsso they can learn how to access
meetings on-line.
3.Steering Committee for Active Military Recognition
Councilmember Cardinal requested that the public consider helping to create asteering
committee to recognize active Militarywithin the city. City Manager Antonen added that the city is
currently adding an article to the Maplewood Monthly for residents to recognize individuals in the
Military. Councilmember Cardinal requested that residents contact City Manager Antonenwith
information if they have military in their in family.
N.ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Rossbachadjourned the meeting at 9:20p.m.
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