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February 23, 2015
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MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 p.m., Monday, February 23, 2015
Council Chambers, City Hall
Meeting No. 04-15
A. CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the City Council was held in the City Hall Council Chambers and was called to
order at 7:10 p.m. by Mayor Slawik.
Mayor Slawik introduced Mike Funk, who was recently hired as the Human Resource
Director/Assistant City Manager for the City.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
A foreign French exchange student and Char Wasiluk, former councilmember led the council
and audience in the pledge of allegiance.
C. ROLL CALL
Nora Slawik, Mayor Present
Marylee Abrams, Councilmember Present
Robert Cardinal, Councilmember Present
Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember Present
Marvin Koppen, Councilmember Absent
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The following items were added to the agenda.
N1 Ramsey County Dispatch Policy
N2 Green Team
N3 MCC Multi Cultural Event
N4 Cable Commission Update
N5 TAB Update
N6 Rush Line and Gateway
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the agenda as amended and table item J7 until
the March 9, 2015 City Council Meeting.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of February 9, 2015 City Council Workshop Minutes
Councilmember Cardinal moved to approve the February 9, 2015 City Council Workshop
Minutes as submitted.
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Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Approval of February 9, 2015 City Council Meeting Minutes
Councilmember Abrams moved to approve the February 9, 2015 City Council Meeting Minutes
as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
F. APPOINTMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
1. Approval of Resolution Awarding 2014 Maplewood Heritage Award
Mayor Slawik read and presented Carolyn Peterson with the 2014 Maplewood Heritage Award
Resolution.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Resolution for the 2014 Maplewood Heritage
Award to Carolyn Peterson.
Resolution 15-2-1170
AWARDING THE 2014 MAPLEWOOD HERITAGE AWARD
TO CAROLYN PETERSON
WHEREAS, Carolyn Peterson has been a member of the Maplewood Area Historical
Society for several years, and served as Vice President of the Society from 2009-2010; and
WHEREAS, during her time with the Maplewood Area Historical Society, Carolyn
Peterson served as co-chair for the Friends of the Bruentrup Farm Committee, working
tirelessly to secure funding and helping to preserve the Bruentrup Heritage Farm buildings;
and
WHEREAS, Carolyn Peterson was an advocate for the preservation of open space in
Maplewood in the late 1980’s and the 1990’s and served on the City’s Open Space Committee.
Her work with others helped lead to the passage of a bonding referendum for open space
acquisition, and today over 300 acres of natural lands are part of the city’s Neighborhood
Preserve system, a legacy that showcases examples of Maplewood’s historic landscapes; and
WHEREAS, Carolyn Peterson served on the Maplewood Parks and Recreation
Commission from 1993 to 2011, and during her tenure was especially effective in ensuring
ongoing protection and management for the Neighborhood Preserves; and
WHEREAS, in recent years Carolyn Peterson advocated for acquisition and preservation
of the Fish Creek Open Space, an important archeological site in Maplewood, meeting with
residents, city officials and legislators, resulting in acquisition and protection of the Fish Creek
site; and
WHEREAS, the Heritage Preservation Commission has appreciated her experience,
hard work, and perseverance; and
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WHEREAS, Carolyn Peterson has freely given of her wisdom, time and energy,
without compensation, for the betterment of the City of Maplewood; and
WHEREAS, Carolyn Peterson has shown dedication and has consistently contributed
her 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 its citizens that Carolyn Peterson is hereby extended the
Maplewood Heritage Award. The Maplewood Heritage Award is an annual award recognizing
an individual who has positively influenced our City’s past or strengthened the preservation of
Maplewood history.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Approval of Resolution of Appreciation for Mary Jackson, Accounting Technician
for 18+ Years of Service with the City of Maplewood
Finance Director Bauman read the resolution of appreciation for Mary Jackson, Accounting
Technician.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Resolution of Appreciation for Mary Jackson
for her 18 plus years of service with the City of Maplewood.
Resolution 15-2-1171
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION
WHEREAS, Mary Jackson has been an employee of the City of Maplewood for over 18
years, beginning her employment back in July 1996, and has served faithfully in that capacity;
and
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood has appreciated her experience, insights, good
judgment and hard work within the Police, Community Development and Finance Departments;
and
WHEREAS, Mary Jackson has given of her knowledge, skills and abilities during her
service with the City; and
WHEREAS, Mary Jackson has shown dedication to her duties and has consistently
contributed her skills and efforts for the benefit of the City and its citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED for and on behalf of the City of
Maplewood, Minnesota, and its citizens that Mary Jackson is hereby extended our gratitude and
appreciation for over 18 years of dedicated service.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
3. Approval of Resolution of Appreciation for Connie Kelsey, Payroll Coordinator for
33 Years of Service with the City of Maplewood
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Finance Director Bauman read and presented a resolution of appreciation for Connie Kelsey.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Resolution of Appreciation for Connie
Kelsey for her 33 years of service with the City of Maplewood.
Resolution 15-2-1172
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION
WHEREAS, Connie Kelsey has been an employee of the City of Maplewood for 33
years, beginning her employment back in February 1982, and has served faithfully in that
capacity; and
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood has appreciated her experience, insights, good
judgment and hard work within the City Clerk, Public Works and Finance Departments; and
WHEREAS, Connie Kelsey has given of her knowledge, skills and abilities during her
service with the City; and
WHEREAS, Connie Kelsey has shown dedication to her duties and has consistently
contributed her skills and efforts for the benefit of the City and its citizens.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED for and on behalf of the City of
Maplewood, Minnesota, and its citizens that Connie Kelsey is hereby extended our gratitude
and appreciation for her 33 years of dedicated service.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
4. Approval of Resolution of Appreciation for Beth Ulrich
Mayor Slawik read the resolution of appreciation for Beth Ulrich.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Resolution of Appreciation for Commissioner
Beth Ulrich for her years of service on the Housing & Redevelopment Authority Commission, the
Business & Economic Development Commission and the Housing & Economic Development
Commission.
Resolution 15-2-1173
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION
WHEREAS, Beth Ulrich has been a member of the Maplewood Housing and Economic
Development Commission since December 10, 2012 and has served faithfully in that capacity to
the present time; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Ulrich was also a member of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority
since May 22, 2000 and the Business and Economic Development Commission since March 1,
2010; and
WHEREAS, the Housing and Economic Development Commission has appreciated Ms.
Ulrich’s experience, insights and good judgment; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Ulrich has freely given of her time and energy, without compensation,
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for the betterment of the City of Maplewood; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Ulrich has shown sincere dedication to her duties and has consistently
contributed her leadership, time 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 its citizens that Beth Ulrich is hereby extended our gratitude and
appreciation for her dedicated service.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
5. Approval of Resolution of Appreciation for Gary Kloncz
Mayor Slawik read the resolution of appreciation for Gary Kloncz.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Resolution of Appreciation for Commissioner
Gary Kloncz for his years of service on the Housing and Economic Development Commission.
Resolution 15-2-1174
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION
WHEREAS, Gary Kloncz has been a member of the Maplewood Housing and Economic
Development Commission since December 12, 2011 and has served faithfully in that capacity to
the present time; and
WHEREAS, the Housing and Economic Development Commission has appreciated Mr.
Kloncz’s experience, insights and good judgment; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Kloncz has freely given of his time and energy, without compensation,
for the betterment of the City of Maplewood; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Kloncz has shown sincere dedication to his duties and has consistently
contributed his leadership, time 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 its citizens that Gary Kloncz is hereby extended our gratitude and
appreciation for his dedicated service.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
6. Oath of Office for Police Officers Andrew Zappa and Pam Vang
Police Chief Schnell introduced Police Officer Pam Vang and Police Officer Andrew Zappa. City
Clerk Haag then administered the oath of office.
G. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Juenemann requested agenda items G6 be pulled to discuss separately.
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Mayor Slawik requested agenda item G5 be highlighted.
Councilmember Abrams requested agenda item G3 be highlighted.
Councilmember Cardinal moved to approve consent agenda items G1-G5 and G7.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
1. Approval of Claims
Councilmember Cardinal moved to approve the Approval of Claims.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 814,795.15 Checks # 94444 thru # 94490
dated 02/03/15 thru 02/10/15
$ 6,795,802.89 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 02/02/15 thru 02/06/15
$ 266,536.04 Checks #94491 thru #94524
dated 02/11/15 thru 02/17/15
$ 286,484.28 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 02/09/15 thru 02/13/15
$ 8,163,618.36 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
$ 527,564.84 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 02/13/15
$ 640.00
Payroll Deduction check # 9994425 thru # 9994426 dated
02/13/15
$ 528,204.84 Total Payroll
$ 8,691,823.20 GRAND TOTAL
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Approval of Resolution Approving Final Payment and Acceptance of Project, 2012
Mill and Overlay Improvements, City Project 11-15
Councilmember Cardinal moved to approve the Resolution Approving Final Payment and
Acceptance of Project for the 2012 Mill and Overlay Improvements, City Project 11-15.
Resolution 15-2-1174
APPROVING FINAL PAYMENT AND ACCEPTANCE OF PROJECT
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CITY PROJECT 11-15
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered
Improvement Project 11-15, the 2012 Mill and Overlay Improvements, and has let a construction
contract pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer for the City of Maplewood has determined that the 2012
Mill and Overlay Improvements, City Project 11-15, is complete and recommends acceptance of
the project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA, that
1. City Project 11-15 is complete and maintenance of these improvements is accepted by
the city; and the final construction cost is $2,282,408.76. Final payment to Hardrives, Inc., and
the release of any retainage or escrow is hereby authorized.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
3. Approval of Resolution Authorizing Expenditures for Beebe-Sterling Street
Improvements, City Project 13-10
City Engineer/Public Works Director Thompson gave the staff report and answered questions of
the council.
Councilmember Cardinal moved to approve the Resolution Authorizing Project Expenditures for
the Beebe-Sterling Street Improvements, City Project 13-10.
Resolution 15-2-1175
AUTHORIZING PROJECT EXPENDITURES
BEEBE-STERLING STREET IMPROVEMENTS, CITY PROJECT 13-10
WHEREAS, on August 23, 2013 the City Council of Maplewood ordered the preparation
of a feasibility report for the Beebe Road Street Improvements, City Project 13-10, and
WHEREAS, on August 23, 2013 a project expenditure in the amount of $60,000 was
authorized by the Maplewood City Council, and
WHEREAS, City staff are proposing a change in project scope to include Sterling Street,
from Londin Lane to Linwood Avenue, to both create efficiencies in project development and
maintain consistency with the 2015-2019 approved Capital Improvement Plan document, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA:
1. That the proposed change in project scope will result in the need for additional
expenditures to prepare the topographic surveying, soil borings, benefit appraisal services,
preparation of a feasibility report, and preliminary engineering.
2. That the revised scope of improvements be referred to the city engineer for study and
that he is instructed to report to the council with all convenient speed advising the council in a
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preliminary way as to whether the proposed improvement is necessary, cost effective and
feasible, and as to whether it should best be made as proposed or in connection with some
other improvement, and the estimated cost of the improvement as recommended.
FURTHERMORE, the finance manager is hereby authorized to adjust the project
expenditure funding from $60,000 to $120,000 to prepare the feasibility report.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
4. Approval of Work Order Agreement 12A, County Road B Trail and Safety
Improvements, City Project 14-02
Councilmember Cardinal moved to approve the City Manager and City Engineer to sign Work
Order No. 12A for the design and property acquisition for the County Road B Trail and Safety
Improvements, City Project 14-02 in the amount of $44,000 with Bolton and Menk, Inc.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
5. Approval to Enter Into Agreement with CivicPlus for a Redesign of the City
Website
IT Director Fowlds gave the staff report and answered questions of the council.
Councilmember Cardinal moved to approve the Agreement with CivicPlus to provide an
advanced redesign of the City website, in the amount of $16,260; this amount includes an
increase to the yearly service fees of $2,500 that permits redesign of the website every 4 years.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
6. Approval of Resolution Supporting Disposal of Old Office Furniture
IT Director Fowlds gave the staff report and answered questions of the council.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to table the Resolution Supporting Disposal of Old Office
Furniture for further information and options.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
7. Approval of Resolution Accepting State Aid Advancement
Councilmember Cardinal moved to approve the Municipal State Aid Street Funds Advance
Resolution.
Resolution 15-2-1177
MUNICIPAL STATE AID STREET FUNDS ADVANCE RESOLUTION
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CITY OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood is planning to implement Municipal State Aid Street
Project(s) in 2015 which will require State Aid funds in excess of those available in its State Aid
Construction Account, and
WHEREAS, said municipality is prepared to proceed with the construction of said
project(s) through the use of an advance from the Municipal State Aid Street Fund to
supplement the available funds in their State Aid Construction Account, and
WHEREAS, the advance is based on the following determination of estimated
expenditures:
Account Balance as of February 1, 2015 $1,912,496.00
Less estimated disbursements:
Bond Principle: $540,000.00
Total Estimated Disbursements $540,000.00
Advance Amount (amount in excess of acct balance) $2,452,496.00
WHEREAS, repayment of the funds so advanced will be made in accordance with the
provisions of Minnesota Statutes 162.14, Subd. 6 and Minnesota Rules, Chapter 8820.1500,
Subp. 10b, and
WHEREAS, the Municipality acknowledges advance funds are released on a first-come-
first-serve basis and this resolution does not guarantee the availability of funds.
NOW, THEREFORE, Be It Resolved: That the Commissioner of Transportation be and
is hereby requested to approve this advance for financing approved Municipal State Aid Street
Project(s) of the City of Maplewood in an amount up to $540,000.00. I hereby authorize
repayments from subsequent accruals to the Municipal State Aid Street Construction Account of
said Municipality from future year allocations until fully repaid.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
H. PUBLIC HEARING
1. Approval of an Ordinance Amendment for Senior Housing Unit-Size Requirements
– Second Reading
City Planner Martin gave the staff report.
Mayor Slawik opened the public hearing. No one spoke.
Mayor Slawik closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Cardinal moved to approve the second reading of the Ordinance amendment
establishing minimum habitable space requirements for living unit size for assisted-living and
memory-care housing. The ordinance would base this amendment on the minimum habitable-
space requirements of the Minnesota Department of Health.
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Ordinance 945
AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT ESTABLISHING
A MINIMUM HABITABLE LIVING SPACE AND
UNIT SIZE FOR SENIOR HOUSING
The Maplewood City Council approves the following revision to the Maplewood Code of
Ordinances.
Section 1. Sections 44-323, 44-353 and 44-384 of the Maplewood Code of Ordinances are
hereby amended as follows:
Sec. 44-323. Floor area. (Pertaining to R-3A multi-family development—those with 3–17 units
within one structure.)
The minimum habitable floor area for each R-3A multiple dwelling shall be at least: 580 square
feet per efficiency or one-bedroom unit; 740 square feet per two-bedroom unit; 860 square feet
per three-bedroom unit; 1,040 square feet per four-bedroom unit. The minimum habitable floor
area for “independent” senior housing shall follow the above room-size requirements. The
minimum habitable floor area for “assisted-living” and “memory-care” senior housing shall not be
less than that required by the Minnesota Department of Health.
Sec. 44-353. Floor area. (Pertaining to R-3B multi-family development—those with more than
17 units within one structure.)
The minimum habitable floor area for each R-3B multiple dwelling shall be at least: 580 square
feet per efficiency or one-bedroom unit; 740 square feet per two-bedroom unit; 860 square feet
per three-bedroom unit; 1,040 square feet per four-bedroom unit. The minimum habitable floor
area for “independent” senior housing shall follow the above room-size requirements. The
minimum habitable floor area for “assisted-living” and “memory-care” senior housing shall not be
less than that required by the Minnesota Department of Health.
Sec. 44-384. Floor area. (Pertaining to R-3C multi-family development—this category is for
town houses.)
The minimum habitable floor area for each R-3C multiple dwelling shall be at least: 580 square
feet per efficiency or one-bedroom unit; 740 square feet per two-bedroom unit; 860 square feet
per three-bedroom unit; 940 square feet per four-bedroom unit. The minimum habitable floor
area for “independent” senior housing shall follow the above room-size requirements. The
minimum habitable floor area for “assisted-living” and “memory-care” senior housing shall not be
less than that required by the Minnesota Department of Health.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Gladstone Improvements Phase 2, City Project 14-01
a) Approval of Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications and
Advertising for Bids
b) Approval of Utility Burial Agreement with Xcel Energy
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City Engineer/Public Works Director Thompson gave the staff report and answered questions of
the council.
Councilmember Abrams moved to approve the Resolutions for the Gladstone Phase 2
Improvements, City Project 14-01, Approving Plans and Advertisement for Bids.
Resolution 15-2-1178
APPROVING PLANS
ADVERTISING FOR BIDS
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution passed by the City Council on June 9, 2014 plans
and specifications for the Gladstone Phase 2 Improvements, City Project 14-01, have been
prepared by (or under the direction of) the City Engineer, who has presented such plans and
specifications to the council for approval,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
1. Such plans and specifications, a copy of which are attached hereto and made a part
hereof, are hereby approved and ordered placed on file in the office of the City
Engineer.
2. The City Clerk or office of the City Engineer shall prepare and cause to be inserted in
the official paper and in the Construction Bulletin (or similar) an advertisement for
bids upon the making of such improvement under such approved plans and
specifications. The advertisement shall be published twice, at least twenty-one days
before the date set for bid opening, shall specify the work to be done, shall state that
bids will be publicly opened and considered by the council at 10:00 a.m. on the 20th
day of March, 2015, at city hall and that no bids shall be considered unless sealed
and filed with the clerk and accompanied by a certified check or bid bond, payable to
the City of Maplewood, Minnesota for five percent of the amount of such bid.
3. The City Clerk and City Engineer are hereby authorized and instructed to receive,
open, and read aloud bids received at the time and place herein noted, and to
tabulate the bids received. The council will consider the bids, and the award of a
contract, at the regular city council meeting of April 13, 2015.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
Councilmember Abrams moved to approve the Utility Burial Agreement with Xcel Energy related
to the burial of the existing overhead power lines along Frost Avenue and authorize the City
Engineer to sign the agreement signifying the City Council approval; minor revisions as
approved by the City Attorney are authorized as needed.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. County Road B Trail and Safety Improvements, City Project 14-02
a) Approval of Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications and
Advertising for Bids
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b) Approval of Cooperative Agreement (PW 2015-01) with Ramsey County
c) Approval of Resolution for No Parking Along County Road B
d) Approval of Resolution Approving Project Budget
City Engineer/Public Works Director Thompson gave the staff report and answered questions of
the council.
Councilmember Abrams moved to approve the Resolution for the County Road B Trail and
Safety Improvements, City Project 14-02, Approving Plans and Advertisement for Bids.
Resolution 15-2-1179
APPROVING PLANS
ADVERTISING FOR BIDS
WHEREAS, pursuant to authorization to proceed with the County Road B Trail and
Safety Improvements, City Project 14-02 by the City Council on May 12, 2014 plans and
specifications for the County Road B Trail and Safety Improvements, City Project 14-02, have
been prepared by (or under the direction of) the City Engineer, who has presented such plans
and specifications to the council for approval,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
1. Such plans and specifications, a copy of which is available in the office of the city
engineer, are hereby approved and ordered placed on file in the office of the City
Engineer.
2. The City Clerk or office of the City Engineer shall prepare and cause to be inserted in
the official paper and in the Construction Bulletin (or similar) an advertisement for
bids upon the making of such improvement under such approved plans and
specifications. The advertisement shall be published twice, at least twenty-one days
before the date set for bid opening, shall specify the work to be done, shall state that
bids will be publicly opened and considered by the council at 10:00 a.m. on the 6th
day of April, 2015, at city hall and that no bids shall be considered unless sealed and
filed with the clerk and accompanied by a certified check or bid bond, payable to the
City of Maplewood, Minnesota for five percent of the amount of such bid.
3. The City Clerk and City Engineer are hereby authorized and instructed to receive,
open, and read aloud bids received at the time and place herein noted, and to
tabulate the bids received. The council will consider the bids, and the award of a
contract, at the regular city council meeting of April 13, 2015.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
Councilmember Abrams moved to approve the Cooperative Agreement with Ramsey County
(PW2015-01) related to the reconstruction and maintenance of County Road B (CSAH 25) as
part of City Project 14-02, and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to sign the agreement
signifying the City Council approval; minor revisions as approved by the City Attorney are
authorized as needed.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
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The motion passed.
Councilmember Abrams moved to approve the Resolution for No Parking Along County Road B.
Resolution 15-2-1180
REQUESTING RAMSEY COUNTY TO RESTRICT PARKING ON COUNTY ROAD B EAST
(C.S.A.H. 25) BETWEEN BIRMINGHAM STREET AND VAN DYKE STREET
WHEREAS, County Road B East is a Ramsey County State Aid Route, and
WHEREAS, the County of Ramsey is expending County State Aid Funds on the County
Road B Trail and Safety Improvements, and
WHEREAS, this improvement does not provide adequate width for parking on the street;
and approval of the proposed construction as a County State Aid Street must therefore be
conditioned upon certain parking restrictions.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Maplewood
hereby requests Ramsey County to ban parking at all times on County Road B East between
Birmingham Street and Van Dyke Street.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
Councilmember Cardinal moved to approve the Resolution Approving Project Budget for County
Road B Trail and Safety Improvements, City Project 14-02.
Resolution 15-2-1181
APPROVING PROJECT BUDGET
COUNTY ROAD B TRAIL AND SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS, CITY PROJECT 14-02
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota authorized Improvement Project
14-02 to proceed on May 12, 2014 for the County Road B Trail and Safety Improvements, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
1. The project budget reflects the cost share amounts with Ramsey County and Federal
Funding through the Safe Routes to School program.
2. The Finance Director is hereby authorized to make the financial transfers necessary to
implement the financing plan for the County Road B Trail and Safety Improvements, City Project
14-02. A project budget of $1,289,506 was established. The approved financing plan is as
follows and shall be implemented:
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FUNDING SOURCE TOTAL AMOUNT
FEDERAL FUNDS (SRTS GRANT)$392,800
PARK DEVELOPMENT FUND $165,000
ENVIRONMENTAL UTILITY FUND $152,220
W.A.C. FUND $9,669
RAMSEY COUNTY (TRAIL IMPROVEMENTS)$95,158
RAMSEY COUNTY (SIGNAL IMPROVEMENTS)$342,603
STREET LIGHT UTILITY FUND $37,056
RIGHT OF WAY FUND $95,000
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST $1,289,506
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
J. NEW BUSINESS
1. Approval of Liquor License Manager for Cub Discount Liquor, Christopher K.
Bengtson
City Clerk/Citizen Services Director Haag gave the staff report.
Councilmember Abrams moved to approve Christopher K. Bengtson, Liquor License Manager
for Cub Discount Liquor, 100 County Road B West,
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Approval of Liquor License Manager for Rainbow Foods, Paula A. Thoreson
City Clerk/Citizen Services Director Haag gave the staff report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to table until the March 9, 2015 City Council Meeting.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
3. Approval of Liquor License Manager for Maddie’s Liquor, Akberali Punjwani
City Clerk/Citizen Services Director Haag gave the staff report.
Councilmember Cardinal moved to approve Akberali Punjwani, Liquor License Manager for
Maddie’s Liquor, 1690 McKnight Road N.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
4. Approval of a Temporary Lawful Gambling Permit for Church of St. Pascal Baylon
City Clerk/Citizen Services Director Haag gave the staff report.
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Councilmember Cardinal moved to approve the Temporary Lawful Gambling Permit for Church
of St. Pascal Baylon to be used at 2100 White Bear Avenue on April 11, 2015.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
5. Approval to Enter into Contracts with Muska Electric, Aqua Logic, and Swanson &
Youngdale for MCC Improvements
Finance Director Bauman gave the staff report and answered questions of the council.
Councilmember Abrams moved to approve the City Manager to enter into contracts with Aqua
Logic in the amount of $141,030, Muska Electric in the amount of $61,775, and Swanson &
Youngdale in the amount of $23,200 for the improvement at the Maplewood Community Center;
a rebate from Xcel Energy in the amount of $7,287 will result in a total net cost of $218,718.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
6. Approval of July 4th Light It Up Event
a) Approval of Pyrotechnic Display Contract
b) Approval of Resolution of Support
City Clerk/Citizen Services Director Haag gave the staff report.
Councilmember Cardinal moved to approve the 2015 Pyrotechnic Display Contract and
authorize the City Clerk to sign and manage the contract.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Resolution of Support for the 2015 July 4th
Light It Up Maplewood Event.
Resolution 15-2-1182
Resolution of Support for the 2015 July 4th Light It Up Event
Whereas the City of Maplewood has established July 4th Light It Up as an annual event
that is an outreach to the surrounding community;
Whereas the July 4th Light it Up Event brings the community together and gives local
food and entertainment businesses the opportunity to showcase their offerings while providing
families an opportunity to experience a family friendly environment;
Whereas the July 4th Light It Up Event is an annual city-wide event and each
department within the city plays a part in its success;
Whereas city staff will work diligently soliciting sponsors including local businesses for
the event to offset incurred costs;
Therefore let it Be Resolved that the city council supports the 2015 July 4th Light It Up
Event at Hazelwood Park.
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Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
7. Approval of a Transfer Agreement with Comcast and Midwest Cable/Greatland
Connections and Approval of a Resolution Conditionally Granting the Consent to
the Transfer of Control of the Cable Television Franchisee and Cable Television
System From Comcast to Greatland Connections
This item was pull from the agenda and tabled until the March 9, 2015 City Council Meeting
K. AWARD OF BIDS
None
L. VISITOR PRESENTATION
1. Bob Zick
M. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
1. Council Calendar Update
City Manager Coleman gave the update to the council calendar.
N. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
1. Ramsey County Dispatch Policy
Councilmember Juenemann gave an update on the Ramsey County Dispatch CAD system that
will be going live on March 24, 2015.
2. Green Team
Councilmember Juenemann gave a report on the activities of the Maplewood Green Team.
3. MCC Multi Cultural Event
Councilmember Abrams reported that the will be Multi Cultural Event at the Maplewood
Community Center on Thursday, February 26, 2015 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
4. Cable Commission Update
Councilmember Abrams gave an update on the Cable Commission By-Law Committee and
Franchise Renewal Committee.
5. TAB Update
Mayor Slawik reported on the Transportation Advisory Board meeting she attended last week.
6. Rush Line and Gateway
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Mayor Slawik gave an update to the Rush Line and Gateway projects.
O. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Slawik adjourned the meeting at 9:07 p.m.