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MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 p.m., Monday, March 23, 2015
Council Chambers, City Hall
Meeting No. 06-15
A. CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the City Council was held in the City Hall Council Chambers and was called
to order at 7:04 p.m. by Mayor Slawik.
Mayor Slawik spoke about the Bill that is going through the House of Representatives,
sponsored by Representative Leon Lillie and a Senate Bill sponsored Senator Chuck
Wiger to name a portion of Highway 36 in memory of Sergeant Joseph Bergeron. Police
Chief Schnell gave additional information.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. ROLL CALL
Nora Slawik, Mayor Present
Marylee Abrams, Councilmember Absent
Robert Cardinal, Councilmember Present
Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember Present
Marvin Koppen, Councilmember Present
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The following items were added to the agenda:
N2 City Clean Up
N3 Planning Commission Report
N4 Ambassador to Laos
N5 TAB Report
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the agenda as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of March 9, 2015 City Council Workshop Minutes
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the March 9, 2015 City Council
Workshop Minutes as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
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2. Approval of March 9, 2015 City Council Meeting Minutes
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the March 9, 2015 City Council Meeting
Minutes as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
F. APPOINTMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
1. Approval of the 2014 Heritage Preservation Commission Annual Report
Frank Gilbertson, Heritage Preservation Commissioner gave the 2014 HPC Annual
Report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the 2014 Heritage Preservation
Commission Annual Report.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Approval of Proclamation to Establish September 29, 2015 as the
Maplewood Day Without Violence
Mikel J. McLaughlin addressed the council and gave the report. Mayor Slawik read the
proclamation.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Proclamation to Establish September
29, 2015 at the Maplewood Day Without Violence.
PROCLAMATION
Whereas: Maplewood does not have a day to commemorate and encourage non-
violence; and
Whereas: Other cities have established days/weeks to celebrate non-violence;
and
Whereas: Maplewood values and strives for neighborhoods free from the harmful
effects of violence; and
Whereas: Maplewood prides itself on being a leader and example to other
communities; and
Whereas: Day Without Violence is committed to having each city within
Minnesota proclaim a citywide day without violence on September 29th; and
Whereas: Day Without Violence is committed to having each state proclaim a
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statewide day without violence on or about September 30th; and
Whereas: Day Without Violence is committed to having the United States
proclaim a nationwide day without violence on October 1st, to be known as the National
Day Without Violence; and
Whereas: Minnesota, along with the rest of these United States, can join with
other nations to celebrate, on October 2nd, the United Nations International Day of Non-
Violence.
Now, Therefore, I, Nora Slawik, Mayor of Maplewood, do hereby proclaim
Tuesday, September 29th, 2015, as the: Maplewood Day Without Violence
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes – All
The motion passed.
3. Approval of Proclamation for 2015 Mayors’ Day of Recognition for National
Service
Rachel Laurie, Director of the Greater Twin Cities Senior Volunteer Program addressed
the council and gave the report. Mayor Slawik read the proclamation.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Proclamation for 2015 Mayors’ Day
of Recognition for National Service.
Proclamation
WHEREAS, service to others is a hallmark of the American character, and
central to how we meet our challenges; and
WHEREAS, the nation’s mayors are increasingly turning to national service and
volunteerism as a cost‐effective strategy to meet city needs; and
WHEREAS, national service participants address the most pressing challenges
facing our cities, from educating students for the jobs of the 21st century and supporting
veterans and military families to providing health services and helping communities
recover from natural disasters; and
WHEREAS, national service expands economic opportunity by creating more
sustainable, resilient communities and providing education, career skills, and leadership
abilities for those who serve; and
WHEREAS, national service participants serve in more than 60,000 locations
across the country, bolstering the civic, neighborhood, and faith‐based organizations that
are so vital to our economic and social well‐being; and
WHEREAS, national service participants increase the impact of the organizations
they serve with, both through their direct service and by recruiting and managing millions
of additional volunteers; and WHEREAS, national service represents a unique
public‐private partnership that invests in community solutions and leverages non‐federal
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resources to strengthen community impact and increase the return on taxpayer dollars;
and
WHEREAS, national service participants demonstrate commitment, dedication,
and patriotism by making an intensive commitment to service, a commitment that
remains with them in their future endeavors; and
WHEREAS, the Corporation for National and Community Service shares a
priority with mayors nationwide to engage citizens, improve lives, and strengthen
communities; and is joining with the National League of Cities, City of Service, and
mayors across the country to recognize the impact of service on the Mayors Day of
Recognition for National Service on April 7, 2015.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that I, Nora Slawik, Mayor of Maplewood,
Minnesota do hereby proclaim April 7, 2015, as National Service Recognition Day, and
encourage residents to recognize the positive impact of national service in our city; to
thank those who serve; and to find ways to give back to their communities.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes – All
The motion passed.
4. Approval of Proclaiming Arbor Day
Natural Resources Coordinator Gaynor gave the staff report and read the proclamation.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Proclamation Proclaiming May 26,
2015 as Arbor Day in Maplewood.
ARBOR DAY PROCLAMATION
Whereas, in 1872, J. Sterling Morton proposed to the Nebraska Board of
Agriculture that a special day be set aside for the planting of trees, and
Whereas, this holiday, called Arbor Day, was first observed with the planting of
more than a million trees in Nebraska, and
Whereas, Arbor Day is now observed throughout the nation and the world, and
Whereas, trees can reduce the erosion of topsoil by wind and water, cut heating
and cooling costs, moderate temperatures, clean the air, produce oxygen and provide
habitat for wildlife, and
Whereas, trees are a renewable resource giving us paper, wood for homes, fuel
for fires, and countless other wood products, and
Whereas, trees in our city increase property values, enhance the economic
vitality of business areas, and beautify our community, and
Whereas, trees are a source of joy and beauty,
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Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved That, May 16, 2015, is hereby designated
Arbor Day in the City of Maplewood.
Further, all citizens are encouraged to celebrate Arbor Day and support efforts to
protect our trees and woodlands.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes – All
The motion passed.
G. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve consent agenda items G1-G8.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
1. Approval of Claims
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the Approval of Claims.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 300,019.96 Checks # 94626 thru # 94685
dated 03/03/15 thru 03/10/15
$ 1,447,938.31 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 03/02/15 thru 03/06/15
$ 455,805.41 Checks #94686 thru #94730
dated 03/17/15
$ 286,901.28 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 03/09/15 thru 03/13/15
$ 2,490,664.96 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
$ 546,724.18 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 03/13/15
$ 640.00 Payroll Deduction check # 9994478 thru #9994479 dated 03/13/15
$ 547,364.18 Total Payroll
$ 3,038,029.14 GRAND TOTAL
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
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2. Approval of a Final Plat, Sherwood Parkview, 2240 Hazelwood Street North
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the Shorewood Parkview final plat located at
2240 Hazelwood Street North. Subject to the following conditions which were applied to
the preliminary plat approval:
1. Comply with the conditions of approval in the updated engineering report by Jon
Jarosch, Maplewood Staff Engineer, dated March 11, 2015.
2. Comply with the conditions of approval in the Environmental Review by Shann
Finwall dated January 9, 2015.
3. Before the city can sign the final plat, the existing home, garage and shed shall be
removed.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
3. Approval of a Conditional Use Permit Review, CarMax, Mogren Retail
Addition
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve to review the Conditional Use Permit for
CarMax and the Mogren Retail Addition unit development again in one year.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
4. Approval to Authorize Ramsey County to Perform 2015 Street Striping
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve Ramsey County to perform city pavement
striping needs in an amount not to exceed $26,000 utilizing existing general fund
allocations within the Public Works operating budget.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
5. Authorize Purchase of Bituminous Materials for 2015
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve to purchase bituminous materials in an
amount up to $60,000 from T.A. Shifsky and Sons.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
6. Approve Emergency Generator Replacement Purchase for the 1902
Building
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Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the purchase of the 85kW emergency
backup generator from Cummins NPower in the amount of $25,681.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
7. Approval of a Temporary Gambling Permit for the Church of the
Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the Temporary Gambling Permit for the
Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 1725 Kennard Street to be used
from May 15, 2015 to Mary 17, 2015.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
8. Access to Criminal Justice Data Networks and E-Charging
a. Approval of Resolution - State of Minnesota Joint Powers Agreements
with the City of Maplewood on Behalf of its City Attorney
b. Approval of Court Data Services Amendment to CJDN Subscriber
Agreement
c. Approval of State of Minnesota Joint Powers Agreement with the
Criminal Justice Agency
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the Resolution- State of Minnesota Joint
Powers Agreements with the City of Maplewood on Behalf of its City Attorney.
Resolution 15-3-1186
APPROVING STATE OF MINNESOTA JOINT POWERS AGREEMENTS
WITH THE CITY OF MAPLEWOOD ON BEHALF OF ITS CITY ATTORNEY
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood on behalf of its Prosecuting Attorney desires
to enter into Joint Powers Agreements with the State of Minnesota, Department of Public
Safety, Bureau of Criminal Apprehension to use systems and tools available over the
State’s criminal justice data communications network for which the City is eligible. The
Joint Powers Agreement further provide the City with the ability to add, modify and
delete connectivity, systems and tools over the five year life of the agreement and
obligates the City to pay the costs for the network connection.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Maplewood,
Minnesota as follows:
1. That the State of Minnesota Joint Powers Agreements by and between the State of
Minnesota acting through its Department of Public Safety, Bureau of Criminal
Apprehension and the City of Maplewood on behalf of its Prosecuting Attorney, are
hereby approved. Copies of the Joint Powers Agreement is attached to this Resolution
and made a part of it.
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2. That the Maplewood City Prosecutor, Elliott B. Knetsch, or his or her successor, is
designated the Authorized Representative for the Prosecuting Attorney. The Authorized
Representative is also authorized to sign any subsequent amendment or agreement that
may be required by the State of Minnesota to maintain the City’s connection to the
systems and tools offered by the State.
To assist the Authorized Representative with the administration of the agreement, Henry
A. Schaeffer is appointed as the Authorized Representative’s designee.
3. That Nora Slawik, the Mayor for the City of Maplewood and Melinda Coleman, the
City Manager, are authorized to sign the State of Minnesota Joint Powers Agreements.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the Court Data Services Amendment to
CJDN Subscriber Agreement.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the State of Minnesota Joint Powers
Agreement with the Criminal Justice Agency.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
H. PUBLIC HEARING
1. Approval of First Reading Amending the Ordinance Regulating On-Sale
Intoxicating Liquor Licenses – Section 6-122 and Waiving Second Reading
Citizen Services Director/City Clerk Haag 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 first reading amending the Ordinance
Regulating On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License – Section 6-122 and Waive the Second
Reading.
Ordinance 946
Sec. 6-122. - One license for any one person or premises; possession of interest in more
than one license in off-sale.
(a) No more than one off-sale intoxicating liquor license may be directly or indirectly
issued under this article to any one person or for any one place in the city.
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(b) It is unlawful for a person to knowingly have or possess a direct or indirect interest in
more than one off-sale intoxicating liquor license in the city. Upon conviction therefor the
city council may immediately revoke all licenses of the person. The term "interest," as
used in this subsection, shall be as defined in Minn. Stats. § 340A.412, subd. 3.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes – All
The motion passed.
I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None
J. NEW BUSINESS
2. Reschedule May 25, 2015 City Council Meeting
Citizen Services Director/City Clerk Haag gave the staff report and answered questions
of the council.
Councilmember Cardinal moved to approve to reschedule the May 25, 2015 City Council
Meeting to Tuesday, May 26, 2015.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes – All
The motion passed.
3. Approval of an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Goodrich Golf
Course
Citizen Services Director/City Clerk Haag gave the staff report. Bradley Behnke,
Manager of Goodrich Golf Course addressed the council
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for
Goodrich Golf Course, 1820 Van Dyke Street N.
Seconded by Councilmember Cardinal Ayes – All
The motion passed.
K. AWARD OF BIDS
None
L. VISITOR PRESENTATION
1. Bob Zick, North St. Paul Resident
2. Tim Kinley, Maplewood Resident
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M. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
1. Council Calendar Update
City Manager Coleman gave the update to the council calendar.
N. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
1. Review of City Manager Goals and Expectations for 2015
Mayor Slawik gave the report. City Manager Coleman gave additional information.
2. City Clean Up
Councilmember Juenemann reminded residents that Saturday, April 18th is the Annual
City Clean Up day at Aldrich Arena.
3. Planning Commission Report
Councilmember Cardinal reported that there are a couple of openings on the Planning
Commission. He then reported on the last meeting he attended.
4. Ambassador to Laos
Mayor Slawik reported on a dinner she attended for the Honorable Daniel Clune, US
Ambassador to Laos
5. TAB Report
Mayor Slawik reported she was elected to the Executive Committee of the Metropolitan
Council’s Transportation Advisory Board.
O. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Slawik adjourned the meeting at 8:08 p.m.