HomeMy WebLinkAbout03.19.81Minutes of Maplewood City Council
7:00 P.M., Thursday, March 19, 1981
Council Chambers, Municipal Building
Meeting No. 81 -6
A. CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota, was held in the Council
Chambers, Municipal Building, and - called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Mayor Greavu.
B. ROLL CALL
John C.Greavu, Mayor - Present
Norman G. Anderson, Councilman Present
Gary W. Bastian, Councilman Present
Frances L. Joker, Councilperson Present
Earl L. Nelson, Councilman Present
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
None.
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Greavu moved to approve the Agenda as amended:
1. Dog Ordinance
2. Letter - M.A.A.
3. Side - Height Regulations
4. Reproduction
5. Sidewalks
6. Paramedic Charges
7. Storm Sewers
8. Civil Defense Sirens G2
Seconded by Councilman Bastian. Ayes - all.
E. CONSENT AGENDA
Council removed Item E -2 to become Item J -8
Councilman Nelson moved, seconded by Councilman Bastian, Ayes all, to approve the Consent
Agenda as recommended.
1. Accounts Payable
Approved the accounts (Part_ I - Fees, Services, Expenses, Check No. 005529 through Check
No. 005544 - $23,273.99; Check No. 005545 through Check No. 005578 - $167,543.87; Check
No. 009459 through Check No. 009582 - $390,487.28: Part II Payroll Check No. 01002 through
C -eck No. 01122 and 27111- $49,848.51) in the amount of $631,153.65.
3. Time Extension: Tilsen's Maplewood Heights No. 11
Approved a 90 day time extension for the Tilsen's Maplewood Heights No. 17 Preliminary
Plat subject to original conditions.
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4. Time Extension: Schwichtenberg Addition
Approved a 90 day time extension for the Schwichtenberg Addition Preliminary Plat subject
to original conditions.
5. Correction of Council Minutes: Vacation, Duluth Street
Resolution No. 81 -3 -42
WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes, Section 412.851, thereof,
the Maplewood City Council, upon Petition of a majority of the owners of the. land abutting
the street proposed to be vacated, and after a public hearing proceeded by two (2). weeks
published and posted notice, proposes the vacation of the following described Duluth Street
lying .south of the westerly extension of the north line of Lot 16, Block 2, Clifton Addition
and lying north of a line parallel and 17 feet north of the westerly extension of the -
south line of Lot 15, Block 2, Clifton Addition, S. 9, T 29 R.22 to wit:
PROPERTY AFFECTED BY THE STREET VACATION:
Lots 15 and 16 Block 2, Clifton Addition
Section 91 Township 29, Range 22
WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council finds that the vacation of the above described
street and alley are in the interest of the public due to changing land uses and obsolete
platting:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council, Ramsey County, Minnesota, that
the above described street be and hereby are, vacated and the City Clerk is hereby directed
to prepare a notice of completion of the proceedings pursuant to the provisions of Minnesota
Statutes, Section 412.851 thereof, and shall cause the same to be presented to the County
Auditor for entry upon his transfer records and the same shall be thereafter filed with
the Ramsey County Recorder, subject to the retention of a 30 foot wide utility easement
over, under,across and through the right —of —way.
6. Establish Hearing Date — Industrial Revenue Note — Toyota
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RESOLUTION CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING
ON A PROPOSAL FOR A COMMERCIAL
FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
PURSUANT TO THE MINNESOTA MUNICIPAL
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ACT AUTHORIZING
THE PUBLICATION OF A NOTICE OF SAID HEARING
WHEREAS,
(a) Chapter 474, Minnesota Statutes, known as the Minnesota Municipal Industrial
Development Ac*_ (the "Act ") gives municipalities the power to issue revenue bonds for
the purpose of the encouragement and development of economically sound industry and
commerce to prevent so far as possible the emergence of blighted and marginal lands and
areas of chronic unemployment;
(b) The City Council of the City of Maplewood (the "City ") has received from BKM
Management Company, a Minnesota partnership (the "Company ") a proposal that the City assist
in financing a project hereinafter described; through the issuance of its industrial rev-
enue note (the "Note ") pursuant to the Act;
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(c) Before proceeding with consideration of the request of the Company it is nec-
essary for the City to hold.a public .hearing on the proposal pursuant to Section 474.01,
Subdivision 7b, Minnesota Statutes;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood,- Minn-
esota, as follows:
1. A Public Hearing on said proposal of the Company will be held at the time and
place set forth in the Notice of Hearing hereto attached.
2. The general nature of the proposal and an estimate of theprincipal amount of
note to be issued to finance the proposal are described in the form of Notice of Hearing
hereto attached.
3. The Notice of said Public Hearing shall be in substantially the form contained
in the Notice hereto attached.
4. A draft copy of the proposed application to the Commissioner of Securities, State
of Minnesota, for approval of the project, together with proposed forms of all attachments
and exhibits thereto, is on file in the office of the City Clerk.
5. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to cause notice of said hearing
to be given one publication in the official newspaper and a newspaper of general circulation
available in the City, not less than 15 days nor more than 30 days prior to the date fixed
for said hearing, as shown in the notice of hearing hereto attached.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota this 19th day of
March, 1981.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ON A PROPOSAL FOR A COMMERCIAL
FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
To whom it may concern:
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota,
will meet at the City Hall in the City of Maplewood, Minnesota at 7:30 o'clock p.m. on
April 16, 1981, to consider the proposal that the City assist in financing a project here-
inafter described by the issuance of an industrial development revenue note.
Description of Project
(Including general location)
The construction and equipping of an approximate
17,000 square foot automobile and truck sales and
service facililty to be located at the southwest
corner of Beam Avenue and Highway 61 in the City of
Maplewood.
The estimated principal amount of the note to be issued to finance this project is
$900,000.
Said note it and when issued will not - constitute a charge, lien or encumbrance upon
any property of the City except the project and the note will not be a charge against
the City's general credit or taxing powers but is payable from suns to be paid pursuant
to a revenue agreement.
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A draft copy of the proposed application to the Commissioner of Securities, State of
Minnesota, for approval of the project, together with all attachments and exhibits thereto,
is available for public inspection beginning March 19, 1981, from 9:00 o'clock a.m. to
5:00 o'clock p.m., Monday through Friday, at City Hall.
At the time and place.fixed for said Public Hearing, the City Council of the City
of Maplewood will give . all persons who appear at the hearing an opportunity to express
their views with respect to the proposal.
Dated this 19th day of March, 1981.
(BY ORDEROF -THE CITY COUNCIL)
By %s/ Lucille Aurelius
City Clerk
7. Cancellation of Assessments
a. Resolution No. 81 -3 -44
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution 77 -9 -187 of the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota,
adopted September 15, 1977, the special assessments for the construction of Northeast
Area Street Improvement 73 - -13 were levied against property described as 57 00210 040 59;
WHEREAS, the District Court has stipulated that the assessment be reduced by one half;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, that the
assessments for Northeast Area Street Improvement 73 - -13, in the amount of $3,768.15 and
the same are hereby cancelled.
b. Resolution No. 81 -3 -45
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution 77- 9 - -188 of the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota,
adopted September 15, 1977, the special assessment for the construction of Northeast Area
Utilities Improvement 73 -13 were levied against property described as 57 00210 040 59;
WHEREAS, the District Court has stipulated that the assessment be reduced by one half;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, that the
assessment for Northeast Area Utilities Improvement 73 -13, in the amount_ of $902.57, and
the same are hereby cancelled.
8. Gambling Permit - Hill Murray
Approved a temporary gambling permit for the Hill Murray School Pioneer Boosters to hold
a raffle on April 25, 1981.
E -A APPOINTMENTS
1. Park and Recreation Advisory Commission
a. Manager Evans presented the staff report -.
b. Mrs. Marilyn J. Gal'araith, 1770 Edward Street, stated her reasons for wishing
to serve on the Park and _.v..__eati_on Advisory Commission.
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C. Mr. Ted Ledman, 1769 Flandrau Street, stated his reasons for wishing to serve
on the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission.
d. Councilman Anderson moved to appoint Mrs. Marilyn Galbraith to the Parks and Re-
creation Advisory Commission to complete the term of Bernard Grover (12/31/83).
Seconded by Councilman Nelson. Ayes — ail.
e. Councilperson Joker moved to appoint Mr. Ted Ledman to the Parks and Recreation
Advisory Commission to complete the term of Al Closmore. (12/31/82).
Seconded by Councilman Nelson. Ayes — all.
2. Resignation
a. Manager Evans presented a letter of resignation from Mr. Al Closmore.
b. Mayor Greavu moved to accept the resignation of Mr. Al Closmore from the Parks
and Recreation Advisory Commission and that a letter of appreciation for his services
be forwarded.
Seconded by Councilman Anderson. Ayes — all.
F. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Rezoning: Arcade Street — 7:00 P.M.
a. Mayor Greavu reconvened the public hearing to rezone an existing larger lot single
family neighborhood from R -1 Residential District single dwelling to RE Residential
Estate District_. The hearing was continued from November 20, 1981.
b. Manager Evans presented the staff report.
C. Councilman Bastian moved to table this item until later on the Agenda.
Seconded by Councilperson Joker. Ayes — all.
G. AWARD OF BIDS
1. Beam Avenue Sanitary Sewer
a. Manager Evans presented the staff report.
b. Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL. OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, that the bid of
C.W. Houle, Inc. in the amount_ of $124,204.50 is the lowest responsible bid for the
construction of Beam Avenue Sanitary Sewer (Improvement Project 78 -24), 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.
Seconded by Councilman Anderson. Ayes —all.
2. Civil Defense Sirens
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a. Manager Evans presented the staff report.
b. Councilman Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, that the bid of
Collins Electric in the amount of $16;850.00 is the lowest responsible bid for the
purchase and installation of Civil Defense Sirens 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.
Seconded by Councilman Bastian. Ayes — all.
H. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
I. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
None.
J. NEW BUSINESS
1. Union Agreement — Metro Supervisory Association
a. Manager Evans stated an agreement has been reached with the Metro Supervisory
Association for a new contract for 1981. The provisions of the contract follow
basically those approved for other union and non —union employees.
1. A 9?% salary increase.
2. A basic $10.00 increase on medical — dental payments to provide for
Single coverage plus 50% of dependent coverage plus $10 on dental.
If family medical is not taken an amount may be used for family dental
coverage provided the total amount paid by City does not exceed $75
a month.
3. Foreman who receive overtime pay will receive double time if required
to work on Christmas, New Year's or Thanksgiving rather than time and
a half.
4. If City requires safety shoes, the city shall pay $20 toward costs.
5. For use of own vehicle 23 cents a mile (up from 19¢).
b. Councilman Bastian moved to approve an agreement with the Metro Supervisory
Association for a new contract for 1981 as _presented and that the required funds
be transferred from the contingency fund to the appropriate accounts.
Seconded by Councilman Nelson. Ayes — all.
2. Special Exception — 1918 Kennard Street
a. Manager Evans presented staff report. Mrs. Jeanne Roberts, 1918 Kennard
Street, is requesting renewal of a home occupation permit to conduct an upholstery
business.
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b. Councilman Bastian moved to approve
for a home occupation permit to conduct
Street, for a three year period, subjec
and the criteria listed in the Planning
occupations.
Seconded by Councilperson Joker.
the renewal of the special exception
an upholstery business at 1918 Kennard
to compliancewith -the original conditions
Commission Subcommittee report on home
Ayes — all.
3. Special Exception — 3095 No. McKnight Road
a. Manager Evans presented the staff report. Mrs. Lorna M. Kennedy, 3095 No.
McKnight Road, is requesting approval of a home occupation permit to operate
a retail store in her home.
b. Vice Chairman Duane Prew presented the following Planning Commission recommend-
ation:
"Commissioner Kishel moved the Planning. Commission recommend to the City Council
approval of the request for a home occupation permit to operate a retail store
in the home at 3095 N. McKnight Road subject to the following conditions:
1. Compliance with the criteria outlined in the Planning Commission Subcommittee
Report, except number 5.
2. Approval is granted for one year, after which time the applicant may apply
for a renewal if the business is compatible with the neighborhood and all
conditions are being met.
3. There should be at least one 10 pound ABC fire extinguisher provided.
4. The area to be used for the business should be separated from the furnace
room by a one hour fire wall.
5. There should be two exits available from the business area.
6. Expansion of the driveway or driveway turn around is prohibited. No parking
shall be permitted in the driveway turn around.
Commissioner Hejny seconded. Ayes — all."
C. Ms. Lorna Kennedy, the applicant, stated she agrees to the conditions given
in the staff report and the Planning Commission report.
d. Councilman Nelson moved to approve the reque
home occupation permit to operate a retail store
Road subiect to the following conditions:
t of Ms. Lorna Kennedy for a
in her home at 3095 No. McKn
1. Compliance with the criteria outlined in the Planning Commission Subcommittee
Report, except number 5;
2. Approval is granted for one year, after which time the applicant may apply
for a renewal if the business is compatible with the neighborhood and all
conditions are being met;
3. There should be at least one 10 pound ABC fire extinguisher provided;
4. The area to be used for the business should be separated from the furnace
room by a one hour fire wall;
5. There should be two exits available from the business area;
6. Expansion of the driveway or driveway turn around is prohibited. No parking
shall be permitted in the driveway turn around.
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Seconded by Mayor Creavu.. Ayes — all.
4. Special Exception: Century Avenue, North of Minnehaha Avenue
a. Manager Evans presented the staff report.. Mr.Warren Burton is requesting
approval of special exception to operate an office shop home remodeling use
in a LBC Limited Business Commercial District.
b. Vice Chairman Duane Prew presented the following Planning Commission recom-
mendation:
"Commissioner Pellish moved the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council
approval of the special exception for anoffice /shop in a LBC District, based
on the finding that the use would be compatible with the adjacent residential
development and is an appropriate use in a LBC District, with the following
conditions:
1. There shall be no outdoor storage of materials or equipment.
2. The site shall be properly screened by means of decorative fencing and /or
plantings to screen the site from the adjacent residential properties.
Screening shall be subject to approval by the Community Design Review Board.
3. The building design and site plan shall be subject to the approval of the
Community Design Review Board.
4. Power tools shall not be used after normal business hours of 8:00 A.M. to
6:00 P.M., Monday through Saturday.
5. The use of the proposed building shall be for office space and for storage/
shop area, shall not change without the City Council approving of the change
in use.
6. This permit is subject to renewal after the first year of operation. if
there have not been any complaints, the special exception may be renewed.
Commissioner Kishel seconded.
Ayes all."
C. Councilman Anderson moved to approve the request of Mr. Warren Burton for
a special exception to operate an office shop home remodeling use in a LBC Limited
Business Commercial District subject to the following Planning Commission recom-
mendations:
1. There shall be no outdoor storage of materials or equipment;
2. The site shall be properly screened by means of decorative fencing and /or
plantings to screen the site from the adjacent residential properties;
3. The building design and site plan shall be subject to the approval of the
Community Design Review Board;
4. Power tools shall not be used after normal business hours of 8:00 A.M. to
6:00 P.M., Monday through Saturday;
5. The use of the proposed building shall be for office space and for storage;
shop area, shall not change without the City Council approving of the change
in use;
6. This permit is subject to renewal after the first year of operation. If
there have not been any complaints, the special exception may be renewed.
Seconded by Councilman Nelson.
Councilman Bastian moved to amend the motion to modify the hours from 10:00
A.M. to 6:00 P.M. on Saturday.
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Seconded by Councilperson Joker.
Ayes - Councilperson Joker,
Councilman Bastian.
Nays - Mayor Greavu, Councilmen
Anderson & Nelson.
Voting on original motion. Ayes - all.
Councilman Bastian moved to remove item F -1 from the table.
Seconded by Mayor Greavu. Ayes - all.
F PUBLIC HEARINGS (continued)
1. Rezoning: Arcade Street - 7:00 P.M. (continued)
d. Vice Chairman Duane Prew presented the following Planning Commission recommen-
dation:
"Commissioner Kishel moved the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council
rezoning of R-1 to R -E (30), for an area bounded to the west by Arcade Street,
the north by Highway 36, the east by Keller Lake and the south by Ramsey County
Open Space.
This recommendation is based upon the following findings:
_ 1. The proposed rezoning is consistent with the intent of the RE District;
2. The proposed change will protect and enhance the character of the existing
neighborhood;
3. The proposal is in the public interest as it is consistent with City policy;
4. A minimum lot area of 30,000 square feet is desired by a majority of the
affected property owners surveyed.
Commissioner Whitcomb seconded. Ayes all."
e. Mayor Greavu called for proponents and opponents. The following were heard:
Ms. Carol Grant, 2134 Arcade Street (proponent)
Mr. Edward Hitchcock, 2190 Arcade Street (proponent)
Mr. Gordon Grant, 2134 Arcade Street (proponent)
Mr. Karl Biebighauser, 2048 Arcade Street (proponent)
Mr. Voya Piletich, 2130 Arcade Street (opponent)
Mr. Maurice Hughes, 2160 Arcade Street (opponent)
Mr. Keith Bourgain, 2140 Arcade Street (opponent)
f. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing.
g. Councilman Nelson moved first reading of an ordinance rezoning the area
to R -E (30) Residential Estate District.
Seconded by Councilman Anderson. Ayes - Councilperson Ju'.cer, Councilmen
Anderson, Bastian and Nelson.
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Nay — Mayor Greavu.
NEW BUSINESS
5. Plan Amendment — 1530 McKnight Road
a. Manager Evans presented the staff report.
b. Vice Chairman Duane Prew presented the Planning Commission recommendation:
"Commissioner Kishel moved that the Planning Commission recommend to the City
Council approval of the Plan amendment from RL to RLE on the basis that:
1. There are significant woodlots and steep contours that could be preserved
on this site by clustering units;
2. This proposal would enhance the housing plans objective of providing a "wide
variety of housing types ", without exceeding the maximum percentage of town-
house units proposed in the housing plan.
Commissioner Whitcomb seconded. Ayes — all."
C. Mr. Henry Votel, Votel Realty, representing Mr. Christiansen, spoke on behalf
of the request.
d. Mr. Maruir, 1592 Myrtle Street, asked questions of the Council concerning
the proposal.
e. Councilman Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council and the Maplewood Planning Commission
have prepared and adopted a Comprehensive Community Plan in compliance with
the requirements of Section 462.355 of the State Planning Enabling Legislation;
and
WHEREAS, said Section 462.355 provides for subsequent amendment of said
Comprehensive Plan which reflect changed conditions; and
WHEREAS, the Maplewood Planning Commission has conducted the required public
hearing and has given consideration to all evidence and testimony submitted
at such hearing held on March 2, 1981 and has adopted said . amenedment -and forwarded
said amendment to the City Council for certification; and
WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council has reviewed said amendment;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Maplewood City Council hereby
adopts and amends the Comprehensive Plan for Maplewood.
Seconded by Councilman Anderson.. Ayes — Councilmen Anderson, Bastian and
Nelson.
Nays — Mayor .Greavu and Councilperson Juker.
6. Community Design Review Board — Resolutions
a. Manager Evans stated that Community Design Review Board Members Leroy Herauf
and Lyle Mueller have recently resigned from the Board. Mr. Herauf, -afterserving
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two complete terms on the Board, has left his service to the City on December
31, 1980. Mr. Mueller, after serving nearly two terms on the Board ended his
service to the City in September, 1980. Both of their positions have been sub -
sequently filled.
b. Councilman '.Nelson introduced the following resoltuion and moved its adoption
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WHEREAS, Lyle Mueller became a member of the Community Design Review Board
of Maplewood in February 1978 and has served faithfully in that capacity;
WHEREAS, he has freely given of his time and energy, without compensation,
for the betterment of the City of Maplewood; and
WHEREAS, he has shown sincere dedication to his duties and has consistently
contributed his leadership and effort in many ways for the benefit of the City;
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED for and on behalf of the City of
Maplewood, Minnesota, and the citizens of the City that Lyle Mueller is hereby
extended our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for his dedicated service
and we wish his continued success in the future.
Seconded by Councilman Bastian. Ayes — all.
C. Councilman Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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WHEREAS, Leroy Herauf became a member of the Community Design Review Board
of Maplewood in March 1977 and has served faithfully in that capacity;
WHEREAS, he has freely given of his time and energy, without compensation,
for the betterment of the City of Maplewood; and
WHEREAS, he has shown sincere dedication to his duties and has consistently
contributed his leadership and effort in many ways for the benefit of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, for and on behalf of the City of
Maplewood, Minnesota, and the citizens of the City that Leroy Herauf is hereby
extended our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for his dedicated service
and we wish his continued success in the future.
Seconded by Councilman Bastian. Ayes — all.
2. Maplewood Nature Center: Cost Sharing Assistance
a. Manager Evans stated concern has been expressed by our Nature Center Staff
for erosion problems by the tire stabilization area on the north slope.
The project includes removal of small boxelder trees, and replanting with native
grasses to prevent erosion. It requires a great amount of hand work due to
the concern for the red oaks in the area, and proper preparation of the seed
beds.
The professional staff from the SCS have worked closely with the Naturalists
in selection of plantings and the process for preventing future erosion.
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The project will be funded 50% from SCS funds and the balance from Capital Im-
provement Funds in the Community Services Budget.
It is recommended that a contract - beentered into between the City of Maplewood
and the Minnesota Soil and Water Conservation Board for this 50% matching project
and that Maplewood funds be approved from the Community Services Capital Improve-
ments Budget, not to exceed $5,500.00.
b. Councilman Anderson moved to authorize staff to enter into a contract with
the Minnesota Soil and Water Conservation Board for 50% matching funds to correct
the erosion problems at the Nature Center and that 50% be approved from the
Community Services Capital Improvements Budget, not to exceed $5,500.00.
Seconded by Councilman Nelson. Ayes - all.
8. Supplemental Agreement: English Street Project 79 -4
a. Manager Evans presented a letter from the contractor for additional payment
due to delays caused by the City. The delay resulted from the extensive time
required to secure the needed easements for construction. The property owners
involved were extremely uncooperative and dragged the process out as long as
possible.
The claim made by the contractor is reasonable and is recommended for approval.
A supplemental agreement can be prepared and added to the contract.
b. Councilman Bastian introduced the followinc resolution and moved its adoption:
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WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota, has heretofore ordered
made Improvement Project No. 79 -4 and has let a construction contract therefore
pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, chapter 429; and
WHEREAS, it is now necessary and expedient that said contract be modified
and supplemented by an additional payment of $4,400.00;
NOW, THEREFORE; BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA,
that the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to supplement
the existing contract by $4,400.00, payable to the contractor, Richard Knutson,
Inc., Burnsville, Minnesota.
Seconded by Councilman Anderson. Ayes -- all.
K. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
1. Dog Ordinances
a. Councilperson Julcer stated she has had several calls regarding the dog ord-
inance. She requested the dog ordinance be brought back to the Council for
review.
2. Letter - M.A.A.
a. Councilman Anderson stated he had received a letter regarding equal distribution
of allotted funds for girl's sports as well as boy's sports.
b. Letter referred to M.A.A.
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3. Side— Height Regulations
a. Councilman Bastian requested staff to check to see if there could be regulations
for side line set backs for certain heights of buildings.
4. Reproduction
a. Councilman Bastian requested that staff use both sides of paper when reproducing
copies for the Council whenever possible.
5. Sidewalks
a. Councilman Bastian stated that the sidewalk for Concordia Arms ends and
goes nowhere. He suggested sidewalks be considered when there is development
of an area.
6. Letter — Ramsey Watershed District Improvement of Battle Creek
a. Mayor Greavu read a letter from June Anderson, Ferndale Street, regarding
the water runoff from 3M over Highway 94 into Battle Creek. She also stated
she opposed the assessments.
7. Paramedic Charge
a. Mayor Greavu questioned the charging of Paramedic bills to persons who cannot
pay.
b. No action taken.
8. YMCA Week
a. Mayor Greavu proclaimed the first week in April YMCA week.
Seconded by Councilman Bastian. Ayes — all.
L. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
1. Metropolitan Waste Control Commission
a. Manager Evans informed the Council that the Suburban Cities involved in
the regulations being set by the Metro Waste Contol Commission regarding metering
storm sewer runoff have agreed to Join in the lawsuits.
ADJOURNMENT
9:55 P.M.
City Clerk