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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
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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.
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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:
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$ 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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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.