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City Council Meeting Minutes
MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M. Monday, October 10, 2016
City Hall, Council Chambers
Meeting No. 19-16
A. CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the City Council was held in the City Hall Council Chambers and was called
to order at 7:06 p.m. by Mayor Slawik.
Mayor Slawik reported on the Public Safety Training facility event that took place this
past weekend. Fire Chief Lukin provided additional information about the event.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Daire Gresham, student at Cretin-Derham Hall led the council in the pledge of
allegiance.
C. ROLL CALL
Nora Slawik, Mayor Present
Marylee Abrams, Councilmember Present
Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember Present
Bryan Smith, Councilmember Absent
Tou Xiong, Councilmember Present
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The following items were added to Appointments and Presentations under Council
Presentations:
Communications Budget
Trash Pickup – Bulky Items
Use of Force Task Force
Rush Line Meeting
Councilmember Xiong moved to approve the agenda as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of September 26, 2016 City Council Workshop Minutes
Councilmember Juenemann noted a correction to replace the word Administration with
Advancement in the second to the last paragraph.
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Councilmember Abrams moved to approve the September 26, 2016 City Council
Workshop Minutes as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Approval of September 26, 2016 City Council Meeting Minutes
Councilmember Juenemann noted a correct to change Iswald Shreyer to Isabel Shreier
under pledge of allegiance.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the September 26, 2016 City Council
Meeting Minutes as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Xiong Ayes – All
The motion passed.
F. APPOINTMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
1. Administrative Presentations
a. Council Calendar Update
City Manager Coleman gave the update to the council calendar.
2. Council Presentations
Communications Budget
Councilmember Abrams reported on a meeting she attended with City Manager
Coleman, Communications Director Fairbanks, It Director Fowlds and Communications
Coordinator Bergo regarding the Communications Department and the budget for the
department moving forward.
Trash Pickup – Bulky Items
Councilmember Juenemann reminded Maplewood residents that bulky items can be
picked up at their driveways during the month of October for half price.
Use of Force Task Force
Mayor Slawik reported on the Use of Force Task Force meeting she attended. Police
Chief Schnell gave additional information about future meetings of the Task Force.
Rush Line Meeting
Mayor Slawik reported on the Rush Line Corridor Meeting she attended in Forest Lake
on September 27, 2016.
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3. Approval of Proclamation Recognizing October as Domestic Violence
Awareness Month
Councilmember Juenemann read the Proclamation Recognizing October as Domestic
Violence Awareness Month.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the proclamation designating October as
National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
4. Approval of Resolution Expressing Gratitude to the Ramsey County
Attorney’s Office and Tubman for their Support of the Joint Domestic Abuse
Prosecution Enhancement Project
a. Presentation of Resolution to Ramsey County Attorney John Choi and
Tubman Executive Director Jen Polzin
b. Presentation of Awards to Project Staff - Assistant Ramsey County
Attorney Anna Christie and Tubman Advocate Jennifer Dickinson
Mayor Slawik read the Resolution Expressing Gratitude to the Ramsey County
Attorney’s Office and Tubman for their Support of the Joint Domestic Abuse Prosecution
Enhancement Project.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Resolution Expressing Gratitude to
the Ramsey County Attorney’s Office and Tubman for their support of the Joint Domestic
Abuse Prosecution Enhancement Project.
Resolution 16-10-1385
City of Maplewood
In Gratitude to
The Ramsey County Attorney’s Office
&
Tubman
for Leadership & Support of the Joint Domestic Abuse Prosecution Enhancement Project
WHEREAS, domestic violence is a crime that invades the homes and can
destroy the lives of its victims across the full spectrum of the community regardless of
racial, ethnic, or socio-economic background; and
WHEREAS, through the leadership of the Ramsey County Attorney and Tubman
program executives and staff a vision emerged to improve the outcomes around
domestic violence response by utilizing best practices focused on holding batterers
accountable, advocating for the needs and rights of domestic violence victims, and
increasing awareness about the impact of domestic violence; and
WHEREAS, the Ramsey County Attorney’s Office and Tubman each committed
highly competent personnel resources to support efforts in Maplewood focused on
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improving domestic violence investigations, decreasing case dismissals, discontinuing
the use of “continuance for dismissal” pleas, encouraging the use of evidence-based
prosecution practices, and increasing support of and communication with the victims of
these crimes; and
WHEREAS, the outcome data which emerged from the analysis of 2015 cases
indicates significant progress toward achieving our goals; and
WHEREAS, our collective partnership in this project demonstrates that there are
practices that can help to prevent and meaningfully intervene in domestic violence.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED , that the City of Maplewood is grateful
for the leadership of Ramsey County Attorney John Choi and Tubman Executive
Director Jen Polzin and their respective staffs in recognizing that domestic and family
violence is among the most serious public safety issues of our time; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that as a City, we are committed to continued
partnership and implementation of evidence-based domestic violence response
protocols, and we encourage our fellow citizens, our business community, and local faith
communities to become involved in and help stop the scourge of domestic and family
violence.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
Police Chief Schnell addressed the council to present awards to Assistant County
Attorney Anna Christie and Tubman Advocate Jennifer Dickinson.
5. Presentation on National Domestic Violence Awareness Month by John Choi,
Ramsey County Attorney and Jennifer Polzin, CEO of Tubman
Jennifer Polzin, CEO of Tubman presented the MCBW Inspire Award to Police Chief
Schnell.
John Choi, Ramsey County Attorney addressed the council and reported on the Joint
Domestic Abuse Prosecution Enhancement Project between the Ramsey County
Attorney’s Office and the Maplewood Police Department.
Jennifer Polzin, CEO of Tubman addressed the council and further reported on the Joint
Domestic Abuse Prosecution Enhancement Project between the Ramsey County
Attorney’s Office and the Maplewood Police Department.
G. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve agenda items G1-G8.
Seconded by Councilmember Xiong Ayes – All
The motion passed.
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1. Approval of Claims
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the approval of claims.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 230,111.31 Checks # 98018 thru #98058
dated 09/27/16
$ 178,320.39 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 09/19/16 thru 09/23/16
$ 1,283,752.48 Checks #98059 thru #98104
dated 09/27/16 thru 10/04/16
$ 482,921.15 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 09/26/16 thru 09/30/16
$ 2,175,105.33 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
$ 554,560.32 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 09/23/16
$ 1,902.93 Payroll Deduction check # 99102342 thru # 99102345 dated 09/23/16
$ 556,463.25 Total Payroll
$ 2,731,568.58 GRAND TOTAL
Seconded by Councilmember Xiong Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Approval of One-Year Agreement with Securonet - Virtual Safety Network
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the one-year subscription agreement
with and between Securonet and the City of Maplewood Police Department.
Seconded by Councilmember Xiong Ayes – All
The motion passed.
3. Appointment of Ms. Anne Bryson to the Use of Force Workgroup
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the appointment of Ms. Ann Bryson to
serve as a member of the Use of Force Workgroup.
Seconded by Councilmember Xiong Ayes – All
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The motion passed.
4. Approval to Enter into a Contract for Purchase of Gas and Diesel Fuel with
the State of Minnesota Fixed Price Fuel Program for 2017
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Public Works Director to enter into a
contract for the purchase of gasoline and diesel fuel with the State of Minnesota Fixed
Price Fuel Program for the period of February 1st, 2017 through January 31st, 2018.
Seconded by Councilmember Xiong Ayes – All
The motion passed.
5. Approval to Lease a Fire Department Response Vehicle
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the use of the US Bank government
leasing program to purchase a new 2017 fire department emergency response vehicle
with lighting system in an amount not to exceed $41,000; this purchase amount does not
take into account the trade-in value or sale value of the 2007 Chevy Tahoe which will be
taken off the total leasing purchase price.
Seconded by Councilmember Xiong Ayes – All
The motion passed.
6. Approval of Resolution Accepting AED Grants from Firehouse Subs
Foundation
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the resolution accepting the AED
(Automated External Defibrillators) Grants from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety
Foundation which will be placed in police patrol vehicles and at the Maplewood Mall
assigned to the police department’s retail crime officers.
Resolution 16-10-1386
Approval of Resolution Accepting AED Grants from the
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation.
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood applied for and received a grant from the
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation to purchase 1 (one) Automated External
Defibrillator (AED) valued at $1,495.00, and;
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood applied for and received a grant from the
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation to purchase 15 (fifteen) Automated External
Defibrillator (AED’s) valued at $22,425, and;
WHEREAS, the strategic placement AED’s in the community is proven to
increase the likelihood of survival from cardiac arrest, and;
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WHEREAS, the city of Maplewood has expressed its intent to become a
Heartsafe Community as recognized by the Minnesota Department of Health and the
American Heart Association, and;
WHEREAS, part of the initiative to become a Heartsafe Community involves
placement of AED’s in First Responder Vehicles and in public areas, and;
WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council is appreciative of the donation and
commends Firehouse Subs and the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation for the
commitment to improve public safety.
Now, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of
Maplewood, Minnesota, that:
1. The grant is accepted and acknowledged with gratitude; and
2. The AED will be assigned to Maplewood Police patrol vehicles and to the
Maplewood Mall Retail Crime Officers for use for cardiac related
emergencies; and
3. The fire department has agreed to maintain the AED as part of its citywide
AED program management.
Seconded by Councilmember Xiong Ayes – All
The motion passed.
7. Approval of Resolution Accepting a Scholarship from the National Fire
Protection Association
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the resolution accepting the NFPA
(National Fire Protection Association) Remembering When scholarship valued at
approximately $8,000 that will allow two of the City’s community paramedics to attend
Remembering When™ training sponsored by the National Fire Protection Association.
Resolution 16-10-1387
Approval of Resolution Accepting Scholarship from the
National Fire Protection Association
WHEREAS, the Maplewood Fire Department applied for and received a
scholarship from the National Fire Protection Association that will allow two of the
department’s community paramedics to attend the Remembering When™ fire and fall
prevention program, and;
WHEREAS, fire and falls pose a significant risk to the community, and;
WHEREAS, the Maplewood Fire Department is committed to reducing
community risk, and;
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WHEREAS, Remembering When™ training will be delivered by Maplewood Fire
Department and Regions Hospital EMS community paramedics, and;
WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council is appreciative of the scholarship and
commends the National Fire Protection Association and the Centers for Disease
Control’s commitment to reducing Community Risk.
Now, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of
Maplewood, Minnesota, that:
1. The scholarship is accepted and acknowledged with gratitude; and
2. The Remembering When™ training will be delivered by Maplewood Fire
Department and Regions Hospital EMS community paramedics.
Seconded by Councilmember Xiong Ayes – All
The motion passed.
8. Approval of Resolution Accepting MN Fair Plan Grant from the Minnesota
State Fire Chief’s Association
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the resolution accepting the MN FAIR
Plan Grant valued at approximately $11,750 to purchase 200 stovetop fire stop units that
will be offered to residents as part of the department’s home safety survey program.
Resolution 16-10-1388
Approval of Resolution Accepting Scholarship from the
Minnesota FAIR Plan and the Minnesota State Fire Chief’s Association
WHEREAS, the Maplewood Fire Department applied for and received a
scholarship from the Minnesota FAIR Plan and the Minnesota State Fire Chief’s
Association, and;
WHEREAS, cooking fires pose significant risk to the community, and;
WHEREAS, the Maplewood Fire Department is committed to reducing
community risk, and;
WHEREAS, The Maplewood Fire Department believes a home safety survey
program that incorporates stovetop fire extinguishers will increase the safety of the
community, and;
WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council is appreciative of the grant and
commends the Minnesota FAIR Plan and the Minnesota State Fire Chief’s Association’s
commitment to reducing Community Risk.
Now, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of
Maplewood, Minnesota, that:
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1. The grant is accepted and acknowledged with gratitude; and
2. The home safety survey program which includes stove top fire extinguishers
will be delivered by the Maplewood Fire Department; and
3. The Maplewood Fire Department will continue to identify and implement best
practices as it relates to community risk reduction.
Seconded by Councilmember Xiong Ayes – All
The motion passed.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Consider Approval of Personal Services and Massage Center Ordinance
Summary Publication (Super Majority Vote)
Citizen Services Director/City Clerk Haag gave the staff report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Personal Services and Massage
Center Ordinance summary publications.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Consider Approval of 2017 Charitable Gambling Awards
City Manager Coleman gave the staff report and answered questions of the council.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the 2017 Charitable Gambling suggested
award amounts.
Organization Amount
Requested
Proposed
Award
ARCS -Aquatic Research & Conservation Society, Inc. $2,498.92 $1,140.00
Carver Elementary PTO $5,000.00 $1,500.00
CHILD Inc $2,000.00 $970.00
Dispute Resolution Center $3,000.00 $800.00
District 622 Education Foundation $2,500.00 $1,400.00
Friends of Maplewood Nature $4,000.00 $1,700.00
ISD 622 Fusion Drumline Parent Boosters $1,800.00 $990.00
ISD 622 Gladstone Meals on Wheels $5,000.00 $2,800.00
ISD 622 Northern Lights Show Choir $5,000.00 $1,370.00
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Organization Amount
Requested
Proposed
Award
Maplewood Area Historical Society $5,600.00 $2,160.00
Maplewood Monarchs S.O. Team $2,000.00 $1,200.00
Maplewood Police Reserves $5,000.00 $2,600.00
Maplewood Youth Scholarship Fund $3,500.00 $2,400.00
North High School Robotics Team $7,000.00 $2,150.00
North High School Senior Class Party $2,500.00 $620.00
Ramsey County Fair $3,500.00 $1,460.00
Tubman Family Alliance $1,000.00 $1,200.00
Weaver Elementary School $3,000.00 $1,740.00
Webster Elementary School $2,500.00 $1,800.00
Totals: $66,398.92 $30,000.00
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
J. NEW BUSINESS
1. Consider Approval to Purchase Responder Safety Equipment
a. Intent to Close Meeting as Allowed by Minnesota State Statute 13D.05,
Subd. 3(d)
Police Chief Schnell introduced the staff report.
Pursuant to MN State Statute 13D.05, Subd. 3(d) Councilmember Juenemann moved to
close the meeting and go into closed session to discuss security and emergency related
response procedures and related sensitive security issues.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
Councilmember Abrams moved to open the City Council Meeting.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
Mayor Slawik announced that the meeting is now back in open session where a
discussion was held regarding the need for council approval to purchase responder
safety equipment, the meeting was closed in accordance to MN State Statute 13D.05
Subd. 3(d). The following were present during the closed session:
Nora Slawik, Mayor
Marylee Abrams, Councilmember
Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember
Tou Xiong, Councilmember
Melinda Coleman, City Manager
Mike Funk, Assistant City Manager/HR Director
Ron Batty, City Attorney
Mike Mondor, EMS Chief
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Steve Lukin, Fire Chief
Paul Schnell, Police Chief
Councilmember Abrams moved to approve to authorize the purchase of responder
personal protective equipment as discussed during the closed session not to exceed
$80,000, approximately $50,000 of which will be coming from grant funds from Ramsey
County Emergency Management Homeland Security.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
K. AWARD OF BIDS
None
L. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS – All presentations have a limit of 3 minutes.
1. Kevin Berglund, Maplewood Resident
M. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Slawik adjourned the meeting at 8:20 p.m.