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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03.14.83MINUTES OF MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL Monday, March 14, 1983 Council Chambers, Municipal Building Meeting No. 83 -06 Mayor John Greavu presented a proclamation to the hill Murray High School Hockey Team for winning the State Hockey Tournament. A. CALL TO ORDER, A regular meeting of the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota, was held in the Council Chambers, Municipal Building and was called to order at 7:06 P.M. by Mayor Greavu. B. ROLL CALL John C. Greavu, Mayor Present Norman G. Anderson, Councilmember Present Gary W. Bastian, Councilmember Present Frances L. Juker, Councilmember Present MaryLee Maida, Councilmember Present C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Minutes of Meeting No. 83 -03 January 24, 1983 Councilmember Bastian moved to approve the Minutes of Meeting No. 83 -03 Janu 1983 as submitted. Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - Councilmember Anderson, Bastian, Juker and Maida. Mayor Greavu abstained. D. APPROVAL,OF AGENDA Mayor Greavu moved to approve the agenda as amended: 1. Parking 2. Volunteerism 3. Interchange 694 & 61 4. Senior Citizen Sewer Rates 5. Commissioners 6. Letter of Appreciation Seconded by Councilmember Maida. Ayes - all. E. CONSENT AGENDA I Council removed Item E -2 from the Consent Agenda to become Item I -7. 24 Mayor Greavu moved, seconded by Councilmember Bastian, Ayes - all, to approve the Consent Agenda Items 1 and 3 as recommended. 3/14 1. Accounts Payable Approved the accounts (Part I, Fees, Services, Expenses, Check register dated March 2, 1983 - $202,220.57; Part II - Payroll dated March 11, 1983 - $55,403.18) in the amount of $257,623.75. 3. H.R.A. Resignation Resolution No. 83 -3 -35 WHEREAS, Ronald Smith became a member of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Maplewood, Minnesota, in March, 1982 and has served in that capacity to the present tiifie; and WHEREAS, he will not be available for reappointment after the expiration of his term in March; and WHEREAS, he has given of his time and energy without compensation, for the better- ment of the City of Maplewood; and WHEREAS, he has contributed his leadership and effort for the benefit of the City. NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED for and on behalf of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, and the citizens of the City that Ronald Smith is hereby extended our appreciation for his service as a Commissioner of the Maplewood Housing and Redevelop- ment Authority and we wish him continued success in the future. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. P.U.D. Gervais Overlook 7:00 P.M. a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the request of Mr. Richard Anderson for approval of a special use permit for a planned unit development of 42 townhouse, carriage home and double dwelling units. The Clerk stated the hearing notice was in order and rioted the dates of publication. b. Manager Evans presented the staff report. c. Commissioner Duane Prew presented the following Planning Commission recommendation: "Commissioner Fischer moved the Planning Commission recommend approval of the resolution approving a special use permit for the Gervais Overlook planned unit development on the basis that: 1. The proposal is consistent with the provisions of the Land Use Plan for cluster development in a low density residential neighborhood. 2. The proposal is consistent with interim and proposed shoreland regulations. Approval is subject to: 1. The Community Design Review Board making a finding that the structures will be compatible with neighboring dwellings. 2. Any conditions imposed by the Community Design Review Board. 3. Combination of parcels one and two. - 2 - 3/14 4. Before final plat or building permit approval, the following conditions shall be met: a. Council awarding a construction contract for extension of sanitary sewer to the site or approval of the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission for use of their sewer in Arcade Street. b. The City of Little Canada ordering the extension of water to the site. c. Final grading, drainage, and utility plans must be approved by the City Engineer. d. A signed developer's agreement, with the required surety, being submitted to the City Engineer for the provision of on -site sanitary sewer, water, and storm water drainage facilities. e. Dedication of drainage easements to Ramsey County for County Ditch Seven. f. Submission of a water quality management plan. The plan shall include but not be limited to, a statement of the run -off retention methods to be used to reduce potential water pollution during construction and after construction is completed. This plan shall consider the recommendations of the Soil Conservation Service. g. Payment of deferred water assessment (Project 75 -16). 5. Construction of the first phase must be started within one year of Council approval or the permit shall be null and void, unless an extension is granted by the Council. The second phase shall begin within two years of the completion of the first phase. If an extension is not granted, the permit for the second phase shall be null and void. 6. Approval of homeowners' association by -laws and declarations by the city attorney. Commissioner Whitcomb seconded. Ayes - Commissioners Axdahl, Barrett, Ellefson, Fischer, Howard, Kishel, Pellish, Sletten, Whitcomb." d. Mr. Richard Anderson, the applicant, spoke on behalf of his request. e. Mayor Greavu called for proponents. None were heard. f. Mayor Greavu called for opponents. the following were heard: Mr. Tim Murphy, 2756 Keller Parkway Mrs. Kristine Novak, 2780 Keller Parkway Mr. Bob Long, 2870 Arcade Street Mr. Ed Berglund, 2800 Keller Parkway Mrs. Judy Rethke, 2828 Keller Parkway Mr. Ron Brown, 2776 Keller Parkway Mr. Willard Benker, 2786 Keller Parkway Mrs. Kathryn Benker, 2876 Keller Parkway A petition signed by the area residents was presented opposing the proposal. - 3 - 3/14 g. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing. h. Mayor Greavu moved to approve the request of Mr. Richard Anderson for a Planned Unit Development su sect to t e con it;ons isfe in the Planning Commission on or condition 4D. Seconded by Councilmember Maida. Councilmember Bastian moved to deny the Planned Unit Development as requested by Mr. Richard Anderson based on the fin ings that t e proposa des not a ress t e water po ution an the water run o prob ems; that it oes increase t e vehicle traltic on local streets; that the es_sential public services, such as streets, fire protection and utilities are not adequately prove e ; t at t e use fails to ihcorporate all the natural and scenic features into the design; that it as an a verse ehvironmenta impact upon the existinq area and that it ra ems. Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - Councilmembers Anderson, Bastian and Juker. Plays - Mayor Greavu, Councilmember Maida. Voting on original motion as amended. Ayes - Councilmembers Anderson, Bastian and Juker. Nays - Mayor Greavu and Councilmember Maida. 2. Rezoning: Century and Larpenteur a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding rezoning the northerly part of the Priory property from M -1, light manufacturing, to R -3, residence district (Multiple Dwelling). The Clerk stated the hearing notice was in order and noted the dates of publication. b. Manager Evans presented the staff report. c. Commissioner Duane Prew presented the following Planning Commission recom- mendation: "Commissioner Fischer moved the Planning recommend to the City Council approval of the resolution rezoning the northerly part of the Priory property to R -3. Commissioner Sletten seconded. Ayes - Commissioners Axdahl, Fischer, Hejny, Peilish, Sletten, Whitcomb." d. There was no one representing the Priory at the meeting. e. Mayor Greavu called for proponents. None were heard. f. Mayor Greavu called for opponents. None were heard. g. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing. h. Councilmember Anderson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: - 4 - 3/14 83 -3 -36 WHEREAS, the faplewood City Council initiated a rezoning from M -1, light manufacturing to R -3, residence district (multiple dwelling) for the north 800 feet of the following described parcel: Unplatted Lands subject to Century and Larpenteur Avenues, the north half of the northeast quarter of the northeast quarter and the southwest quarter of the northeast quarter of the northeast quarter of Section 24- 29 -22; WHEREAS, the procedural history of the rezoning is as follows: 1. This rezoning was initiated by the Maplewood City Council, pursuant to Chapter 36, Article VII of the Maplewood Code of Ordinances. 2. This rezoning was reviewed by the Maplewood Planning Commission on Feb- ruary 21, 1983. The Planning Commission recommended to the City Council that said rezoning be approved. 3. The Maplewood City Council held a public hearing on March 14, 1983 to consider this rezoning. Notice thereof was published and mailed pursuant to law. All persons present at said hearing were given an opportunity to be heard and present written statements. The Council also considered reports and recommendations of the city staff and Planning Commission. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL that the above described rezoning be approved on the basis of the following findings of fact: 1. The proposed change is consistent with the spirit, purpose and intent of the zoning ordinance and Comprehensive Plan. 2. The proposed change will not substantially injure or detract from the use of neighboring property or from the character of the neighborhood, and that the use of the property adjacent to the area included in the proposed change or plan is adequately safeguarded. 3. The proposed change will serve the best interests and conveniences of the community, where applicable, and the public welfare. Seconded by Councilmember Bastian. Ayes - Councilmembers Anderson, Bastian, Juker and Haida. Nays - Mayor Greavu. 3. Rezoning - Century Avenue ( Hillcrest and N SP) a. royor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the proposed rezoning of the property west of Century Avenue, north of Chicago Northwestern Railroad property from M -2 Heayy Manufacturing to M -1 Light Manufacturing. The Clerk noted the dates of publication and stated the hearing notice was in order. b. Manager Evans presented the staff report. c. Commissioner Duane Prewr presented the Planning Commission recommendation: "Commissioner Fischer moved the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council approval of the resolution rezoning this area from M -2 to H -1. - 5 - 3/14 Commissioner Hejny seconded. Ayes - Commissioners Axdahl, Fischer, Hejny, Pellish, Sletten, Whitcomb. Commissioner Pellish moved that as Mr. Christianson has brought before the Commission a matter for consideration for clarification of the status of the zoning on his property, the Council direct the Planning Commission or staff to review the status of the zoning of this property. Commissioner Fischer seconded. Ayes - Commissioners Axdahl, Fischer, Hejny, Pellish, Sletten, Whitcomb.." d. An attorney representing Hillcrest Development Company spoke. He requested that the property be correctly rezoned to R -3. e. Mayor Greavu called for proponents. None were heard. f. Mayor Greavu called for opponents. None were heard. g. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing. h. Councilmember Bastian introduced the followinq resolution and moved its adoption: 83 -3 -37 WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council initiated the following rezonings: 1. M -2, heavy manufacturing to M -1, light manufacturing for the follwoing unplatted parcel: The easterly 1,003 feet of the southeast quarter of the northeast quarter of section 24- 29 -22, except the land south of the north line of the Chicago - Northwestern railroad property, more commonly described as 1550 No. Century Avenue. 2. The easterly 960 feet of the following unplatted parcel: Except southeasterly 94 feet part northwesterly of centerline of most northerly main track of C. St. P. M. and 0. Railway right of way of tract compased of the following SE 1/4 of N W 1/4 NW 1/4 of S E 1/4 SW 1/4 of SW 1/4 N 1/2 of SW 1/4 and except part in E 97- 2/10 ft MOL to N SP Co. as in DOC 1493718 the S 1/2 of NE 1/4 (subj to rds & esmts) in Section 24- 29 -22. WHEREAS, the procedural history of this rezoning is as follows: This rezoning was initiated by the Maplewood City Council, pursuant to chapter 36, article VII of the Maplewood Code of Ordinances. 2. This rezoning was reviewed by the Maplewood Planning Commission on Feb - ruary 21, 1983. The Planning Commission recommended to the City Council that said rezoning be approved. 3. The Maplewood City Council held a public hearing on March 14, 1983 to consider this rezoning. Notice thereof was published and mailed pursuant to law. All persons present at said hearing were given an opportunity to be heard and present written statements. The Council also considered reports and recommendations of the city staff and Planning Commission. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL that the above described rezoning be approved on the basis of the following findings of fact: - 6 - 3/14 1. The proposed change is consistent with the spirit, purpose and intent of the zoning ordinance and comprehensive plan. 2. The proposed change will not substantially injure or detract from the use of neighboring property or from the character of the neighborhood, and that the use of the property adjacent to the area included in the proposed change or plan is adequately safeguarded. 3. The proposed change will serve the best interests and conveniences of the community, where applicable, and the public welfare. Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all. 4. Rezoning - Century Avenue (Ivy to tracks) 7:15 P.M. a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the proposed rezoning of the property west of Century Avenue, North of Ivy Avenue, from M- 2 Heavy Manufacturing to F Farm Residence and R -3 Multiple Dwelling. The Clerk stated the hearing notice was in order and noted the dates of publication. b. Manager Evans presented the staff report. c. Commissioner Duane Prew presented the following Planning Commission recommend- ation: "Commissioner Pellish moved the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council approval of the resolution rezoning this area from N -2 to F and R -3 consistent with the staff report dated February 14, 1983. Commissioner Whitcomb seconded. Ayes - Commissioners Axdahl, Fischer, Hejny, Pellish, Sletten, Whitcomb." d. Mayor Greavu called for persons who wished to be heard for or against the proposal. The following expressed their views: Mr. Richard Pearson, 1959 White Bear Avenue Mr. Rich Vanderhoff e. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing. f. Councilmember Maida moved to approve the rezoning of the property as stated in the staff report from - Heavy Manufacturing to F Farm Resi once an R- Residence District Multiple Dwellinn. Seconded by Councilmember Bastian. Ayes - Councilmember Anderson, Bastian and Maida. Nays - Mayor Greavu and Councilmember Juker. Motion failed. 5. Rezoning: East County Line Fire Department a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the proposed rezoning of 1177 Century Avenue from BC Business Commercial to LBC Limited Business Commercial and R -3C Multiple Residence District (Town House). The Clerk stated . the hearing notice was in order and noted the dates of publication. b. Manager Evans presented the staff report. - 7 - 3/14 c. Commissioner Duane Prew presented the following Planning Commission recommend- ation: "Commissioner Whitcomb moved the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council approval of the resolution rezoning the two -lot fire station site from BC to LBC, and approval of rezoning the two vacant lots north of the fire station site to R -3C on the basis that: 1. The changes are consistent with the spirit, purpose and intent of the Zoning Code and the Land Use Plan. 2. The changes would not injure or detract from the use of the neighboring property or from the character of the neighborhood. 3. The changes would serve the best interests and conveniences of the community where applicable, and the public welfare. 4. The changes would not affect the use of the property for a fire station. 5. The changes would be compatible with the adjacent residences. Commissioner Barrett seconded. Ayes -- Commissioners Axdahl, Barrett, Pellish, Prew, Whitcomb. Abstained -- Commissioner Fischer." d. Mr. Don Hove, representing the East County Line Fire Department, commented on the proposed rezoning and asked questions of the Council. e. Mayor Greavu called for proponents. None were heard. f. Mayor Greavu called for opponents. None were heard. g. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing. h. Councilmember Bastian moved to table the proposed rezoning until first meeting in September to allow the East ounty ine ire epartment time to either conso i at their - ots or rep at, whichever can be accomplished With the leYst cost. Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all. 6. Watermain Extension - Crestview Drive 7:45 P.M. a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding construction of watermain improvements on Crestview Drive and Hudson Place. The Clerk stated the hearing notice was in order and noted the dates of publication. b. Manager Evans presented the staff report. C. Assistant City ,Engineer Dave Pillatzke presented the specifics of the improve- ments. The approximate cost of the project would be: $31.30 per front foot $860.00 for each service d. Mayor Greavu called for proponents. The following were heard: Mr. Joe Boland, 131 Crestview Drive Mr. Gary Sherburne, 137 Crestview (in favor of project, opposed to price) Henry P. Dembiczak, 140 Crestivew Drive Charles Ferrise, 170 Crestview Drive - 8 - 3/14 e. Mayor Greavu called for opponents. The following were heard: Ms. Myra Hirsch, representing Christ United Methodist Church Mr. John Blumer, 175 Crestview Drive Mr. Bill Zappa, 230 Crestview Drive _ Mr. Gerald Grant, 221 Crestview Drive Rev. Stuart Norris, 235 Crestview Drive, representing the Apostalic Bible College Mr. W.L. Muir, 212 Crestview Drive Mr. Tom Morriott, 222 Crestview Drive Mr. Joe Griemann, 185 O'Day (asked questions regarding the need for the improve- ment) f. Chief Duane Williams, East County Line Fire Department, spoke regarding the low water pressure in the area. g. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing. h. Councilmember Bastian introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 83 -3 -38 WHEREAS, after due notice of public hearing on the construction of watermain improvements on Crestview Drive and Hudson Place, a hearing on said improvement in accordance with the notice duly given was duly held on March 14, 1983, and the Council has heard all persons desiring to be heard on the matter and has fully considered the same; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, as follows: 1. That it is advisable, expedient, and necessary that the City of Maplewood construct watermain improvements on Crestview Drive and Hudson Place as described in the notice of hearing thereon, and orders the same to be made. 2. The City Engineer is designated engineer for this improvement and is hereby directed to prepare final plans and specifications for the making of said.improvement. Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. G. AWARD OF BIDS 1. EMS Portable and Mobile Radio Units Ayes - Councilmembers Anderson, Bastian, Juker and Maida. Mayor Greavu abstained. a. Manager Evans presented the staff report. b. Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 83 -3 -39 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, that the bid of Motorola in the amount of $98,150 is the lowest responsible bid for the pur- chase of six portable and mobile EMS radios and the Mayor and Clerk are hereby - 9 - 3/14 authorized and directed to enter into a contract with said bidder for and on behalf of the City. Seconded by Councilmember Maida. Ayes - all. 2. Police Vehicles a. Manager Evans presented the staff report. b. Councilmember Anderson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 83 -3 -40 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, that the bid of White Bear Dodge in the amount of $71,200 is the lowest responsible bid for the purchase of eight 1983 Model patrol and paramedic vehicles 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 Councilmember Maida. Ayes - all. H. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Hazelwood Street Improvements - Feasibility Study a. Manager Evans presented the staff report. b. Mr. Pete Moritz, 2291 Hazelwood, spoke against the project. c. Mr. William Gallagher, 2125 Hazelwood, spoke in favor of the project. and to extend storm sewer study area d. Councilmember Anderson moved to accept the feasibility report /and to order a public hearing to be held at John Glenn Jr. High, March at 7:00 P.M. Seconded by Mayor Greavu. Ayes - Mayor Greavu and Councilmember Anderson. Nays - Councilmembers Bastian, Juker and Maida. 2. Maplewood Firefighters Relief Association a. Manager Evans stated the Maplewood Firefighters Relief Association are re- questing two By -Law changes and it is necessary to have these changes ratified. b. Mayor Greavu moved to ratify the following two By Law changes to the Maplewood Firefighters Relief Association: 1. Article 6 Section 2 Service Credit Each member will accumulate a service credit at the rate of $58.34 per month or major fraction thereof, ($700.00 per year). Maximum service credit after 30 years would be $21,000.00. Leave of absence will not count as service time, .and the service entry date will be adjusted accordingly. 2. Article 6 Section 4 Pension Benfits - 10 - 3/14 Subdivision l Regular Pension Subdivision 2 Early Vested Pension Benefit Any member who has served more than ten (10) years of active service but less than twenty (20) years may apply for early vested pension benefit. When the member reaches the age of fifty (50) years they will receive their pension as follows: a. For duty of more than 10 years, less than 11 years, 60% 11 12 64% 12 13 68% 13 14 72% 14 15 76% 15 16 80% 16 17 84% 17 18 88% 18 19 92% 19 20 96% 2.0 100% b. The payment amount will be calculated by using the amount payable per year of service in effect at the time of such early retirement, multipled by the number of accumulated years of service, multiplied by the appropriate percentage as defined in (a) above. c. During the time a member is on early vested pension they will not be eligible for the benefits provided for in Section 6. d. All monies deferred under the early vested provision shall earn 5% interest compounded annually. e. The effective date of this provision is January 23, 1983. Seconded by Councilmember Bastian. Ayes - Mayor Greavu, Councilmembers Anderson, Bastian and Maida. Councilmember Juker abstained. 3. Settlement - Walton a. Councilmember Bastian moved to table for further clarification. Seconded by Councilmember Bastian. Ayes - all. 4. Appointments - Boards and Commissions a. Police Civil Service Commission Councilmember Anderson moved to Commission. Seconded by Councilmember Juker. b. H.R.C. Councilmember Bastian moved to Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. int William Mikiska to the Police Civil Service Ayes - all. nt Maria Larsen to the Human Relations Commission. - 11 - Ayes - all. 3/14 c. Planning Commission 1. Councilmember Juker moved to reappoint Paul Ellefson, Duane Prew and Dave Whitcomb to the -Planning Commission. Seconded by Councilmember Bastian. Ayes - all. 2. Councilmember Juker moved to appoint Marvin Sigmundyk to the Planning Commission to fill t e vacancy created by the resignation of William Howard. Seconded by Mayor Greavu. Ayes - all. 3. Councilmember Bastian moved to readvertise for Planning Commission vacancies for precincts 3, 7, 9, 10 and 12. Seconded by Councilmember Maida. Ayes - all. d. Community Design Review Board 1. Councilmember Anderson moved to appoint Thomas Dean to the Community Design Review Board. Seconded by Councilmember Bastian. Ayes - all. 2. Councilmember Bastian moved to readvertise for vacancies on the Communi Desion Review Board. Seconded by Councilmember Bastian. Ayes - all. e. Park and Recreation Commission 1. Councilmember Juker moved to reappoint Joe Fox to the Park and Recreation Commission. Seconded by Councilmember Bastian. Ayes - all. 2. Councilmember Juker moved to readvertise for vacancies on the Park and Recreation Commission for Precincts an 2. Seconded by Councilmember Bastian. Ayes - all. Council requested the reporter from the Maplewood Review to put an article in the paper announcing there are openings on the commissions and boards. Applications will be received until April 1, 1983. f. H.R.A. Councilmember Bastian moved to appoint Paul Zugschwert to the Housing and Redevelop- ment Authority. Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all. Ie NEW BUSINESS 1. Code Amendment - Planning Commission Terms - 12 - 3/14 a. Manager Evans presented a Code Amendment allowing a planning commissioner with an expired term to serve until a new appointment or reappointment is made. This will allow the commission to have a quorum after terms have expired without appointments. b. Councilmember Bastian moved first reading of an ordinance which would allow a planning commissioner with an expire term to serve until a new appointment or reappointment is ma e. Seconded by Councilmember Maida. Ayes - all. 2. Transfer of Funds — Nature Center a. Manager Evans presented the staff report. b. Councilmember Maida moved to approve a budget transfer of $2,400 from the Contingency Fund to the Nature Center part time wages account. Seconded by Councilmember Bastian. Ayes - all. 3. Frost Avenue - Birmingham to Adele a. Manager Evans presented the staff report. b. Councilmember Anderson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 83 -3 -41 WHEREAS, the City Council has proposed that the area described as: Frost Avenue between Adele Street and Birmingham Street be improved by construction of street, storm sewer and related improvements; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, that the proposed improvement be referred to the City Engineer, who is hereby instructed to report to the Council with all convenient speed advising the Council in a preliminary way as to whether the proposed improvement is feasible and should best be made as proposed, and the estimated cost of the improvement as recommended. Seconded by Councilmember Maida. Ayes - all. 4. T.H. 61 Frontage Road - Hearing Date Project 80 -10 a. Manager Evans presented the staff report. b. Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 83 -3 -42 WHEREAS, the City Clerk and City Engineer have presented the final figures for the improvement of the T.H. 61 Frontage Road, Project No. 80 -10; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA .that the City Clerk and City Engineer shall forthwith calculate the proper amount to be specially assessed for such improvement against every assessable lot, piece or parcel of land abutting on the streets affected, without regard to cash valuation, as provided by law, and they shall file a copy of such proposed assess- - 13 - 4/11 ment in the City Office for inspection. FURTHER, the Clerk shall, upon completion of such proposed assessment notify the Council thereof. Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all. c. Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: 83 -3 -43 WHEREAS, the Clerk and the Engineer have, at the direction of the Council, prepared an assessment roll for the construction of the T.H. 61 Frontage Road Project No. 80 -10, and the said assessment roll is on file in the office of the City Clerk; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA: 1. A hearing shall be held on the 11th day of April, 1983, at the City Hall at p.m. to pass upon such proposed assessment and at such time and` place all persons owning.property affected by such improvement will be given an opportunity to be heard with reference to such assessment. 2. The City Clerk is hereby directed to cause a notice of the hearing on the proposed assessment to be published in the official newspaper, at least two weeks prior to the hearing, and to mail notices to the owners of all property affected by said assessment. 3. The notice of hearing shall state the date, time, and place of hearing, the general nature of the improvement, the area proposed to be assessed, that the proposed assessment roll is on file with the Clerk, and that written or oral objections will be considered. NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota, will meet in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 1380 Frost Avenue, at p.m. on April 11, 1983 to hear all persons concerning the adoption of the assessment roll for Public Improvement No. 80 -10, T.H. 61 Frontage Road, Street, drainage and utility improvements, and to adopt the assessment roll as presented or amended. This hearing is scheduled pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Chapter 429. The assess- ment roll as herein described is on file in the office of the City Clerk. Area to be assessed: That area generally bounded by County Road C on the north, T.H. 61 on the west, Gervais Avenue on the south and the wetland area on the east. All persons who wish to be heard, or to object with reference to this matter may present their cases at this hearing, either orally or in writing. No appeal may be taken as to the amount of any assessment adopted unless a written objection signed by the affected property owner is filed with the City Clerk prior to the assessment hearing or presented to the presiding officer at the hearing. An owner may appeal an assessment to District Court pursuant to M.S.A. Section 429.081 by serving notice of the appeal upon the Mayor or City Clerk of the City of Maplewood within thirty (30) days after the adoption of the assessment and by filing such notice with the District Court within ten (10) days after service upon the Mayor or City Clerk. - 14 - 4/11 Under provisions of Minnesota Statutes, Section 435.193 to 435.195 the City may, at its discretion, defer the payment of assessments for any homestead property owned by a person 65 years of age or older for whom it would be a hardship to make the payments. The procedures for applying for such deferment are available from the City clerk. Dated this 23rd day of March, 1983. /s/ Lucille E. Aurelius City Clerk, City of Maplewood Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all. 5. Neighborhood. Commercial District a. Manager Evans presented the staff report. b. Councilmember Juker moved first reading of an ordinance establishing a neigh borhood commercial zone that is specifically designed To—r ocation within or adjacent to a residential istrict. Seconded by Councilmember Maida. Ayes - all. 6. Carsgrove's Meadows 1st Addition - Final Plat Removed from Agenda. 7. Sale of Excess Property - Beam and White Bear Avenue a. Manager Evans presented the staff report. b. Councilmember Juker moved to authorize staff to determine a fair market price and sell the excess City property on the southwest corner o Bea m venue an White ear Avenue. Seconded by Councilmember Bastian. Ayes all. J. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS None. K. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS 1. Parking a. Councilmember Juker stated she had talked to several of the police officers who object to having to park at night on the west side of the building. b. Councilmember Juker instructed that the police officers who work the afternoon and evening shifts be allowed to park in the east parking lot. 2. Volunteerism a. Councilmember Maida commented on the volunteerism program. She stated they needed more business to become involved. - 15 - 4/11 3. Interchange at 694 and 61 a. Councilmember Anderson requested MnDOT be advised that an interchange at Highways 694 and 61 is needed, especially when St. John's Hospital is finished. b. Staff stated a letter had already been forwarded to MnDOT. 4. Senior Citizen Sewer Rates a. No discussion. 5. Commissioners a. Councilmember Anderson stated he felt that the money the Council donated towards an appreciation dinner for the commission and board members should be continued. b. No action taken. 6. Letter of Appreciation a. Councilmember Bastian moved that the letter of appreciation be forwarded to Mr. Ed Kishel as he has decided to resign from.,the Planning ommission. Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all. L. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS None. M. ADJOURNMENT 12:05 A.M. amity er - 16 - 4/11