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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016 11-14 City Council Meeting Minutes November 14, 2016 1 City Council Meeting Minutes MINUTES MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL 7:00 P.M. Monday, November 14, 2016 City Hall, Council Chambers Meeting No. 21-16 A. CALL TO ORDER A meeting of the City Council was held in the City Hall Council Chambers and was called to order at 7:05 p.m. by Mayor Slawik. Mayor Slawik reported on Veteran’s Day and the ceremony that was held in the City of Oakdale. She then thanked Veterans for their years of service. B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. ROLL CALL Nora Slawik, Mayor Present Marylee Abrams, Councilmember Present Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember Present Bryan Smith, Councilmember Present Tou Xiong, Councilmember Present D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA The following item was tabled: F3 Presentation by Roseville Area Schools Superintendent Aldo Sicoli The following item was moved to be heard after the Consent Agenda items: J1 Consider Approval of Penalties for Tobacco Compliance Failures The following items were added to Appointments and Presentations under Council Presentations: Elections Dispatch Policy Committee Heritage Preservation Commission Gateway Corridor Commission Use of Force Workgroup Rush Line Update Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the agenda as amended. Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All The motion passed. E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES November 14, 2016 2 City Council Meeting Minutes 1. Approval of October 24, 2016 City Council Meeting Minutes Councilmember Xiong moved to approve the October 24, 2016 City Council Meeting Minutes as submitted. Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – Mayor Slawik, Council Members Juenemann and Xiong Abstain – Council Members Abrams and Smith The motion passed. F. APPOINTMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS 1. Administrative Presentations a. Council Calendar Update City Manager Coleman gave the update to the council calendar. b. Report on the 2016 Federal Election Citizen Services Director/City Clerk Haag gave the staff report and answered questions of the council. 2. Council Presentations Elections Councilmember Juenemann thanked the city staff and election judges for conducting a successful election cycle. Dispatch Policy Councilmember Juenemann reported on the Dispatch Policy Meeting she attended. Heritage Preservation Commission Update Councilmember Xiong reported on the Heritage Preservation Commission Meeting he attended last week. He then reported on items that will be discussed at the December 8, 2016 meeting. Gateway Corridor Commission Councilmember Smith gave an update on the Gateway Corridor Commission. Use of Force Workgroup Councilmember Smith reported on the Use of Force Workgroup meetings he has attended. November 14, 2016 3 City Council Meeting Minutes Rush Line Update Mayor Slawik gave an update on the Rush Line Project. Public Works Director Thompson gave additional information on the Rush Line Project and answered questions of the council. 3. Presentation by Roseville Area Schools Superintendent Aldo Sicoli This item was tabled. 4. Approval of Resolution for Commission and Board Appointments City Manager Coleman gave the staff report. Councilmember Abrams moved approval of the resolution appointing candidates to the Environmental & Natural Resources Commission and the Parks & Recreation Commission. Resolution 16-11-1391 BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA: Hereby appoints the following individuals, who have interviewed with the Maplewood City Council, to serve on the following commissions: Environmental & Natural Resources Commission Ted Redmond Term expires September 30, 2019 Parks & Recreation Commission Kimii Porter Term expire April 30, 2019 Melissa Peck Term expire April 30, 2019 Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All The motion passed. G. CONSENT AGENDA Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve agenda items G1-G11. Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All The motion passed. 1. Approval of Claims Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the approval of claims. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE: November 14, 2016 4 City Council Meeting Minutes $ 497,314.57 Checks #98188 thru #98247 dated 10/25/16 $ 1,171,778.67 Disbursements via debits to checking account dated 10/17/16 thru 10/21/16 $ 312,765.70 Checks # 98248 thru # 98286 dated 10/25/16 thru 11/01/16 $ 533,871.76 Disbursements via debits to checking account dated 10/24/16 thru10/28/16 $ 88,304.54 Checks #98287 thru # 98321 dated 11/01/16 thru 11/08/16 $ 313,806.63 Disbursements via debits to checking account dated 10/31/16 thru 11/04/16 $ 2,917,841.87 Total Accounts Payable PAYROLL $ 536,157.62 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 10/21/16 $ 1,886.98 Payroll Deduction check # 99102390 thru # 99102393 dated 10/21/16 $ 636,020.20 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 11/04/16 $ 1,411.53 Payroll Deduction check # 99102415 thru #99102417 dated 11/04/16 $ 1,175,476.33 Total Payroll $ 4,093,318.20 GRAND TOTAL Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All The motion passed. 2. Approval of a Temporary Lawful Gambling – Local Permit for the Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Councilmember Juenemann moved the Temporary Lawful Gambling – Local Permit for the Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary’s Turkey Bingo on November 19, 2016. Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All The motion passed. November 14, 2016 5 City Council Meeting Minutes 3. Approval of Resolution Adopting 2017 Environmental and Economic Development Department Fees Councilmember Juenemann moved approval of the resolution setting the 2017 Building Permit Fees and the 2017 Environmental and Economic Development Fees. Resolution 16-11-1392 ENVIRONMENTAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FEES WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council has performed their annual evaluation of the fees charged by the Ccity for building permits, planning reviews and restaurant inspections; WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council hereby sets the Environmental and Economic Development Fees for building, planning and health related fees as outlined on the fee chart entitled 2017 Environmental and Economic Development Fees; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Maplewood adopt the above mentioned 2017 fee amounts. Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All The motion passed. 4. Approval of Resolution to Certify Special Assessments Councilmember Juenemann moved approval of the resolution to certify delinquent accounts, in the amount of $38,795.75 for trash bills, $8,722.98 for ambulance bills, and $6,113.41 for miscellaneous charges, including interest at the rate of 10%, to the County for collection on property taxes. Resolution 16-11-1393 RESOLVED, that the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify to the Auditor of Ramsey County the following delinquent accounts, totaling $53,632.14, for collection with the customers property taxes payable in 2017, including interest at the rate of ten percent (10%) on the total amount for one year. Delinquent ambulance bills $8,722.98 Delinquent trash collection bills $38,795.75 Delinquent miscellaneous bills $6,113.41 Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All The motion passed. 5. Approval of 2016 Interfund Transfers Councilmember Juenemann moved approval of the transfer of $250,000 from the CIP Fund 405 to the English/36 Project Fund 595 and direct the Finance Director to make the entries necessary to complete the transactions. November 14, 2016 6 City Council Meeting Minutes Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All The motion passed. 6. Approval of Agreement for Actuarial Consulting Services Councilmember Juenemann moved to enter into an Agreement with Hildi, Inc. to perform actuarial services in the amount of $3,000 in 2017 and not to exceed $1,000 in 2018. Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All The motion passed. 7. Approval of Annual Maplewood Historical Society Payment Councilmember Juenemann moved the annual payment to the Maplewood Historical Society in the amount of $2,000. Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All The motion passed. 8. Approval of Resolution Accepting Donation to Maplewood Nature Center Councilmember Juenemann moved the resolution accepting the memorial donation of $300 to the Maplewood Nature Center in remembrance of Sawyer Woods. Resolution 16-11-1394 ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION WHEREAS the City of Maplewood and the Parks and Recreation Department has received a donation of $300 in remembrance of Sawyer Woods; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Maplewood City Council authorizes the City of Maplewood, Parks and Recreation Department, to accept this donation. Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All The motion passed. 9. Approval of Resolution Adopting 2017 Assessment Rates, Public Works Permit Fees and Park Availability Charges Councilmember Juenemann moved the Resolution for Adoption of the 2017 Assessment Rates, Public Works Permit Fees, and Park Availability Charges. Resolution 16-11-1395 ADOPTION OF THE 2017 ASSESSMENT RATES, PUBLIC WORKS PERMIT FEES, AND PARK AVAILABILITY CHARGES November 14, 2016 7 City Council Meeting Minutes WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood has established assessment rates, permit fees, and park availability charges, and WHEREAS, city staff has reviewed the assessment rates, permit fees, and park availability charges. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, that: 1. The proposed maximum assessment and improvement rates hereby attached shall become effective beginning January 1, 2017. Furthermore the special assessment rates shall be officially established through a benefit appraisal analysis. 2. The public works fees are approved for all related permit applications received on or after January 1, 2017. 3. The park availability charge shall be effective beginning January 1, 2017. 4. The rates attached will be reviewed by staff on an annual basis with recommendations for revision brought to the City Council for consideration. Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All The motion passed. 10. Approval of Purchase of Two Half-Ton Trucks, Public Works Department Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the purchase of the two half-ton GMC Sierra trucks and direct the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract with Nelson Auto Center for these purchases under MN State Contract #70288 in an amount totaling $50,277.14. Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All The motion passed. 11. Approval to Cancel the Second Regularly Scheduled Council Meeting in December 2016 Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve cancellation of the December 26, 2016 City Council meeting. Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All The motion passed. Agenda item J1 was moved to be heard after the consent agenda items. H. PUBLIC HEARINGS November 14, 2016 8 City Council Meeting Minutes 1. Consider Approval of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 10, Article III Dogs and Article IV Cats – First Reading Deputy Clerk Schmidt gave the staff report and answered questions of the council. Police Chief Schnell answered additional questions of the council. Mayor Slawik opened the public hearing. No one spoke. Mayor Slawik closed the public hearing. Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the first reading of the proposed amendments to Chapter 10, Article III Cats and Article IV Dogs and impose a $100 fee for dangerous/potentially dangerous appeals and the fee to be refunded if the owner prevails. Seconded by Councilmember Xiong Ayes – All The motion passed. I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Update on Police Department’s Body Camera Policy a. Body Worn Camera Discussion b. Use of Force Work Group Body Worn Camera Policy Review c. Key Elements of the Body Worn Camera Policy Police Chief Schnell gave the staff report, gave a demonstration of a body worn camera, and answered questions of the council. Sylvia Neblett and Sarah Lilja addressed the council to give additional information about the Police Department’s Body Camera Policy Workgroup and answered questions of the council. This agenda item was informational only; no action was taken by the council. J. NEW BUSINESS Item J1 was heard after the consent agenda items. 1. Consider Approval of Penalties for Tobacco Compliance Failures Citizen Services Director Haag gave the staff report and answered questions of the council. The following owners/managers addressed the council to give additional information and answer questions of the council: Brian Grubbs, Freedom Valu Center #65 Stephen Craver, Lancer Cater at Keller Golf Course Robert Hawkins, Walgreens #1751 Councilmember Abrams moved to approve the proposed penalties for tobacco compliance failures. Lancer Catering at Keller Golf Course, 2166 Maplewood Drive $500 Fine Freedom Valu Center # 65, 1535 Beam Ave $250 Fine November 14, 2016 9 City Council Meeting Minutes Walgreens #1751, 2920 White Bear Ave $250 Fine Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All The motion passed. 2. Consider Approval of Agreement with Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce Regarding Rice and Larpenteur Revitalization Economic Development Coordinator Martin gave the staff report and answered questions of the council. City Manager Coleman gave additional information about the Rice and Larpenteur revitalization. Councilmember Abrams moved to approve the agreement with the Saint Paul Area Chamber of Commerce and pay the Chamber $10,000 towards the work on the Rice and Larpenteur Revitalization Project. Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All The motion passed. 3. Consider Approval of Resolution Adopting 2017 Utility Rates Finance Director Paulseth gave the staff report. Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the resolution setting 2017 Utility Rates. Resolution 16-11-1396 ADOPTION OF 2017 RATES FOR UTILITIES: ENVIRONMENTAL UTILITY, WATER SURCHARGES, AND RECYCLING WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood annually establishes utility rates; and WHEREAS, the City has prepared a utility rate analysis for the 2017 budget year. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, that: 1. The Environmental Utility Fund rates will increase 9%, effective January 1, 2017, with quarterly rates set at $24.00 ($8.00 per month) for residential, and monthly rates set at $53.00 for Multi-family, $64.50 for Institutional, and $82.50 for Commercial. 2. The water surcharge rates for the St. Paul Water District shall remain unchanged from the rate in effect for 2016, which is 7.0% of the St. Paul water charge. 3. The water surcharge rates for the North St. Paul Water District shall remain unchanged from the rate in effect for 2016, at $3.60 per quarter. November 14, 2016 10 City Council Meeting Minutes 4. The recycling fees shall remain unchanged from the rate in effect for 2016, as follows: $3.26 per account per month for multi-family units $9.78 per account per quarter for single-family residents 5. The new utility rates are approved for all related services received on or after January 1, 2017. Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All The motion passed. K. AWARD OF BIDS None L. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS – All presentations have a limit of 3 minutes. 1. Mark Bradley, Maplewood Resident 2. Bob Zick, North St. Paul Resident 3. Diana Longrie, Maplewood Resident 4. Kevin Berglund, Maplewood Resident M. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Slawik adjourned the meeting at 9:04 p.m.