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MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M. Monday, November 28, 2016
City Hall, Council Chambers
Meeting No. 22-16
A. CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the City Council was held in the City Hall Council Chambers and was called
to order at 7:09 p.m. by Mayor Slawik.
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 items were added to the agenda under Appointments and Presentations,
Council Presentations:
ISD 622
Premier Bank
Maplewood Communications
Community Design Review Board/Planning Commission
Tartan Ice Arena
Councilmember Xiong moved to approve the agenda as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of November 14, 2016 City Council Workshop Minutes
Councilmember Juenemann noted a change under E2, change name from Mike Cramer
to Matt Cramer.
Councilmember Abrams moved to approve the November 14, 2016 City Council
Workshop Minutes as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
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2. Approval of November 14, 2016 City Council Meeting Minutes
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the November 14, 2016 City Council
Meeting Minutes as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams 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
ISD 622
Councilmember Juenemann congratulated the voters of school district 622 for passing
the referendum.
Premier Bank
Councilmember Abrams reported on the renovations Premier Bank is making to the first
floor of the Maplewood site; and indicated that they will be hosting an open house in the
near future.
Maplewood Communications
Councilmember Abrams reported that she will be meeting with city staff to discuss the
city’s communication plan and bring a timeline for 2017 to the December 12th, council
meeting.
Community Design Review Board and Planning Commission
Councilmember Abrams reported on the CDRB and Planning Commission meetings she
attended to evaluate how the transition from the CDRB Meeting to the Planning
Commission was working.
Tartan Ice Arena
Councilmember Smith reported on the Tartan Ice Arena Joint Powers meeting he
attended along with Councilmember Xiong.
3. Approval of Resolution of Appreciation for Chris Soutter, Naturalist, for 30
Years of Service with the City of Maplewood
Lead Naturalist Hutchinson gave the staff report. Councilmember Juenemann read the
resolution of appreciation for Chris Soutter. Chris Soutter thanked the staff she has
worked with over the past years.
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Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the resolution of Appreciation for Chris
Soutter, Naturalist, for 30 Years of Service with the City of Maplewood.
Resolution 16-11-1396
Resolution of Appreciation
WHEREAS, Chris Soutter was hired as a naturalist at Maplewood Nature
Center in 1978; and
WHEREAS, Chris Soutter has served the City of Maplewood faithfully in that
capacity from 1978-1987 and from 1995-2016; and
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood has appreciated Ms. Soutter’s knowledge,
experience, insight and good judgment; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Soutter has shown sincere dedication to her duties and has
consistently contributed her leadership, time and effort for the benefit of the City; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Soutter has gone beyond her responsibilities as a naturalist
in helping develop and sustain the nature center programs;
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED for and on behalf of the City of
Maplewood, Minnesota, and its citizens that Chris Soutter, Naturalist, is hereby extended
our gratitude and appreciation for her dedicated service.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
4. Presentation by Roseville Area Schools Superintendent Aldo Sicoli
Aldo Sicoli, Superintendent of Roseville Area Schools addressed the council to report on
the school districts long range facilities planning process and their partners for the future
initiative.
5. Update on Rush Line Corridor Transitway Pre-Project Development Study
Tier 2 Analysis and Public Outreach Efforts, Project 15-06
Public Works Director Thompson introduced the report. Mike Rogers, Transit Project
Manager with Ramsey County Regional Rail Authority addressed the council to give an
update on the Rush Line Corridor Transitway and answer questions of the council.
Public Works Director Thompson reported on the data from the Technical Advisory
Committee he serves on.
G. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve agenda items G1-G9.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
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1. Approval of Claims
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the approval of claims.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 442,476.64 Checks # 98322 thru #98555 (Includes Election Judge Checks)
dated 11/08/16 thru 11/16/16
$ 463,080.27 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 11/07/16 thru 11/10/16
$ 157,547.82 Checks #98556 thru #98600
dated 11/22/16
$ 316,594.84 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 11/14/16 thru 11/18/16
$ 1,379,699.57 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL:
$ 529,814.72 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 11/18/16
$ 1,886.98 Payroll Deduction check # 99102434 thru # 99102437 dated 11/18/16
$ 531,701.70 Total Payroll
$ 1,911,401.27 GRAND TOTAL
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Approval of a Temporary Lawful Gambling – Local Permit for the Hill Murray
High School
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the temporary Lawful Gambling – Local
permit for Hill Murray School’s auction on April 29, 2017.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
3. Approval of Local Planning Assistance Grant Agreement with the
Metropolitan Council for the City’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the mayor and city manager to sign and
execute the grant agreement between the city of Maplewood and Metropolitan Council.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
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The motion passed.
4. Approval of a Conditional Use Permit Review, Used-Car Sales at Maplewood
Office Park, 1705 Cope Avenue
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve to review the conditional use permit for
1705 Cope Avenue again in one year to check on the progress made regarding sign
issues.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
5. Approval of a Conditional Use Permit Review, U-Haul, 2250 White Bear
Avenue
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve to review the conditional use permit for
2250 White Bear Avenue again if a problem arises or a major change is proposed.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
6. Approval of a Conditional Use Permit Review, Plaza 3000 Shopping Center,
3000 White Bear Avenue
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve to review the conditional use permit for
Plaza 3000 again in one year to ensure all trash containers on site are properly
screened as per city code.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
7. Approval of a Conditional Use Permit Review, St. Paul Hmong Alliance
Church, 1770 McMenemy Street
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve to review the conditional use permit for
the St. Paul Hmong Alliance Church at 1770 McMenemy Street again only if a problem
arises or a major change is proposed.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
8. Approval of a Conditional Use Permit Review, Maplewood Auto Mall, 2529
White Bear Avenue
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve to review the conditional use permit for
the Maplewood Auto Mall at 2529 White Bear Avenue again in one year to ensure all
conditions of approval have been met and the required landscaping has survived.
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Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
9. Approval of Resolution Authorizing Final Financing Plan, Highway 36/English
Street Interchange Improvements, Project 09-08
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the resolution implementing the final
financing plan for the Highway 36/English Street Interchange Improvements, City Project
09-08.
Resolution 16-11-1397
Authorizing Final Financing Plan
City Project 09-08
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered
made Improvements Project 09-08, Highway 36/English Street Interchange
Improvements, and has let a construction contract pursuant to Minnesota Statutes,
Chapter 429, and
WHEREAS, On April 4, 2012 the City Council ordered the public improvements
to the Highway 36/English Street Interchange Improvements and established a project
budget of $22,997,000.00, and
WHEREAS, On November 26, 2012 the City Council adopted a resolution
adjusting the project budget for the Highway 36/English Street Interchange
Improvements to $22,358,000.00, and
WHEREAS, On January 28, 2013 the City Council adopted a resolution awarding
a construction contract to Forest Lake Contracting, and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
1. The final financing plan reflects increased construction costs and property
acquisitions previously approved by the City Council through separate
action and the final projected project budget reflecting total expenditures
is hereby $26,800,000.00, and
2. Furthermore, the finance director is hereby authorized to make the
necessary adjustments and transfers to reflect total proposed revenues
listed below:
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FUNDING SOURCE Prop. Final Revenue
Federal STP Interchange $8,083,335
Federal STP Water Quality $295,329
MnDOT State Road Construction (SRC)$5,633,117
MnDOT Cooperative Agreement $500,000
MnDOT Contribution for ROW Acquisitions $1,723,000
Trasp. & Econ. Dev. (TED) DEED Grant $1,000,000
Ramsey County $929,457
St. Paul Regional Water Services $886,051
Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District $519,998
Environmental Utility Fund $328,000
St. Paul WAC Fund $344,790
Sanitary Sewer Utility $175,000
Bond Sale Proceeds $1,526,150
Special Assessments $936,028
Municipal State Aid Funds $2,064,036
Local Government Aid $1,030,709
Transfers In $600,000
Anticipated Land Re-Sale (County B/TH 61)$225,000
TOTAL $26,800,000
TABLE 1
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Consider Approval of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 6, Article II
Regulating 3.2 Percent Malt Liquors and Article III Regulating Intoxicating
Liquors – First Reading
Business Licensing Specialist Beggs gave the staff report and answered questions of
the council.
Councilmember Smith moved to approve the first reading of proposed amendments to
Chapter 6, Article II Regulating 3.2 Percent Malt Liquors and Article III Regulating
Intoxicating Liquors.
Seconded by Councilmember Xiong Ayes – Mayor Slawik, Council Members
Abrams, Smith and Xiong
Nays – Councilmember Juenemann
The motion passed.
I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Consider Approval of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 10, Article III Dogs
and Article IV Cats – Second Reading and Summary of Ordinance for
Publication
Deputy Clerk Schmidt gave the staff report and answered questions of the council.
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Councilmember Smith moved to approve the second reading of the proposed
amendments to Chapter 10, Article III Dogs and Article IV Cats; and further approve the
Summary Ordinance for Publication.
Ordinance 973
ANIMALS
ARTICLE III. - DOGS
DIVISION 1. - GENERALLY[2]
Footnotes:
--- (2) ---
Editor's note—Ord. No. 888, adopted July 14, 2008, amended Div. 1, in its entirety to
read as set out herein. Former Div. 1, §§ 10-61—10-65, pertained to similar subject
matter and derived from the Code of 1982, §§ 7-16—7-20.
Sec. 10-61. - Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the
meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a
different meaning:
Animal shelter means any premises designated by the city administrative
authority for the purposes of impounding and caring for dogs held under authority of this
article.
Dog means any living dog.
Officer means any person designated by the city manager as an enforcement
officer.
Owner means any person owning, keeping or harboring dogs.
Pet shop means any person engaged in the business of feeding, buying, selling
or boarding animals of any species.
Restraint. A dog or cat is under restraint within the meaning of this article if it is
controlled by a leash which does not extend beyond the boundaries of the private
property or within a vehicle being driven or parked on the streets or within the property of
its owner/keeper, in a fenced area, if within an electronic fence with signage, controlled
by a chain or under owner's control and supervision.
Veterinary hospital means any establishment maintained and operated by a
licensed veterinarian for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of animals.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
Sec. 10-62. - Rules and regulations relating to permits and humane treatment.
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The council shall promulgate regulations governing the issuance of permits, and
such regulations shall include requirements for humane care of the owner's dogs and for
compliance with all sections of this article and other applicable state and local laws. The
council may amend such regulations from time to time as it deems desirable for the
public health and welfare and to protect dogs from cruelty.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
Sec. 10-63. - Limitation on number for each dwelling unit in residential zones.
No more than two dogs over three months of age shall be housed or be kept on
any one residential site in any area of the city zoned R-1 residence district or R-2
residence district. No more than one dog of any age shall be kept in a dwelling unit in
any area of the city zoned R-3 residence district.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
State Law reference— Dogs, Minn. Stats. ch. 347.
Sec. 10-64. - Enforcement.
Officers designated by the city manager and approved by the council shall have
police powers in the enforcement of this article; and no person shall interfere with, hinder
or molest any such officer in the exercise of such powers.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
Sec. 10-65. - Violations.
(a) Any person violating any of the sections of this article shall be deemed guilty of a
misdemeanor and, upon conviction, shall be punished in accordance with section 1-
15.
(b) If any person is found guilty by a court of violation of section 10-1, his permit to own,
keep, harbor or have custody of dogs shall be deemed automatically revoked; and
no new permit may be issued for a period of one year.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
Secs. 10-66—10-90. - Reserved.
DIVISION 2. - PERMIT[3]
Footnotes:
--- (3) ---
Editor's note—Ord. No. 888, adopted July 14, 2008, amended Div. 2 in its entirety to
read as set out herein. Former Div. 2, §§ 10-91—10-96, pertained to similar subject
matter and derived from the Code of 1982, §§ 7-36—7-41; Ord. No. 832, § 1, adopted
Nov. 13, 2002.
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Sec. 10-91. - Required; exceptions.
No person shall, without first obtaining a permit in writing from the clerk, own,
keep, harbor, or have custody of any dog over three months of age. However, this
section shall not apply to the keeping of small caged birds or aquatic and amphibian
animals solely as pets or for police canines of any political subdivision.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
Sec. 10-92. - Fees; issuance; current rabies vaccination certificate required.
(1) Upon a showing by any applicant for a permit required under this division that he is
prepared to comply with the regulations promulgated by the council, a permit shall
be issued following payment of the applicable fee, as follows:
(a) For each dog, the fee is as may be imposed, set, established and fixed by the
city council, by resolution, from time to time.
(b) No fee or permit shall be required of any Humane Society or veterinary hospital.
(2) No permit shall be granted for a dog which has not been vaccinated against rabies
as provided in this section on such date, but not more than two years will have
elapsed from the date of such vaccination to the time of the expiration of the permit
to be issued, unless stated upon the certificate that the vaccination is effective for at
least three years. Vaccination shall be performed only by a doctor qualified to
practice veterinary medicine in the state in which the dog is vaccinated, and the
applicant shall present an original certificate from a qualified veterinarian showing
that the dog to be permitted has been given a vaccination against rabies and the
date on which the vaccination was administered.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
Sec. 10-93. - Term; renewal; late penalty charge.
A new permit shall be obtained each even year by every owner and a new fee
paid. A permit, if not revoked, shall be valid until the end of the permit period. Renewal
permits must be obtained prior to the expiration date, and there shall be a late penalty
charge on all renewal permits issued after the expiration date.
(Ord. No. 944, 10-13-2014)
Editor's note— Ord. No. 944, adopted Oct. 13, 2014, amended § 10-93 in its entirety to
read as set out herein. Former § 10-93 pertained to term and derived from Ord. No. 888,
adopted July 14, 2008.
Sec. 10-94. - Revocation.
The city manager may revoke any permit issued under this division if the person
holding the permit refuses or fails to comply with this article, any regulations
promulgated by the council pursuant to this article, or any state or local law governing
cruelty to animals or the keeping of animals. Any person whose permit is revoked shall,
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within ten days thereafter, humanely dispose of all dogs being owned, kept or harbored
by such person; and no part of the permit fee shall be refunded.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
Sec. 10-95. - Tags.
Upon issuing a permit to keep any dog under this division, the clerk shall issue to
the owner a metallic or durable plastic tag stamped with an identifying number and with
the month/date/year of expiration and so designated that it may be conveniently
fastened to a dog collar or harness. Such tag shall be fastened to the dog's collar or
harness by the owner and shall be worn at all times. The clerk shall maintain a record of
the identifying numbers and shall make this record available to the public.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
Sec. 10-96. - Exemptions from division.
The sections of this division requiring a permit shall not apply to owners of
certified seeing eye and other handicapped-aid dogs, owners and handlers of bona fide
working dogs (guard dogs, search dogs, etc.) and nonresidents of the city who are
keeping only domestic pets, provided that domestic pets of nonresident owners shall not
be kept in the city longer than 30 days annually and the animals shall be kept under
restraint.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
Secs. 10-97—10-125. - Reserved.
DIVISION 3. - RUNNING AT LARGE; NUISANCE[4]
Footnotes:
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Editor's note—Ord. No. 888, adopted July 14, 2008, amended Div. 3 in its entirety to
read as set out herein. Former Div. 3, §§ 10-126—10-129, pertained to similar subject
matter and derived from the Code of 1982, §§ 7-51—7-54.
Sec. 10-126. - Restraint.
All dogs shall be kept under restraint at all times in the city.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
Sec. 10-127. - Duty of owners.
(1) No owner or custodian of any dog, whether permitted or unpermitted, shall allow
such dog to run at large, with the exception of within a designated off-leash dog
area. It shall be the obligation of the owner or custodian of any dog in the city,
whether permanently or temporarily therein, to prevent any such dog at any time to
be on any street, public park (with the exception of a park within an off-leash dog
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area as designated by Ramsey County or the City of Maplewood), school grounds
or public place without being effectively restrained by a chain or leash not exceeding
eight feet in length.
(2) Any person having custody or control of any dog shall have the responsibility for
cleaning up any feces of the dog and disposing of such feces in a sanitary manner.
It shall furthermore be the duty of each person having the custody and control of any
dog to have on such person possession of a device or equipment for picking up and
removal of animal feces. This subsection shall not apply to a guide dog
accompanying a blind person or to a dog when used in police or rescue activities.
(3) No owner or custodian of any dog within the city shall allow the dog to remain
outside and unattended for a period exceeding four consecutive hours. For the
purpose of this subsection, the term "outside and unattended" shall mean that the
dog is on or has free access to the exterior grounds of any premises and the owner
or custodian is not physically present and in the company of the dog.
(4) Owners or custodians of dogs are hereby charged to prevent their dogs from
barking or making other noises which unreasonably disturb the peace and quiet of
any person. The phrase "unreasonably disturb the peace and quiet" includes, but is
not limited to, the creation of noises, by such dogs, audible to a peace officer or
animal control officer outside the building or premises where the dogs are being
kept and which noise occurs repeatedly over [a] five-minute period with a time lapse
of one minute or less between repetitions over a five-minute period. Failure on the
part of the owner or custodian to prevent a dog from committing such acts shall be
subject to penalty provided in section 10-65.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
Sec. 10-128. - Female dogs in heat.
Every female dog in heat in the city shall be confined in a building or secure
enclosure in such manner that such female dog cannot come into contact with another
dog, except for planned breeding.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
Sec. 10-129. - Duty of temporary visitors to city.
It shall be unlawful for any person temporarily in the city, while staying at any
private home or at any public accommodation such as a hotel or motel, to have a dog
running at large or to permit his dog at any time, when out of the room or suite occupied
by such person, to be upon the street or in any public or private place, unless firmly upon
a leash at all times.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
Secs. 10-130—10-155. - Reserved.
DIVISION 4. - IMPOUNDMENT[5]
Footnotes:
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--- (5) ---
Editor's note—Ord. No. 888, adopted July 14, 2008, amended Div. 4 in its entirety to
read as set out herein. Former Div. 4, §§ 10-156—10-158, pertained to similar subject
matter and derived from the Code of 1982, §§ 7-66—7-68.
Sec. 10-156. - Authority; notice to known owners; reclamation by owners; humane
disposal of unclaimed dogs.
Unrestrained dogs running at large in the city may be taken by police, the animal
control officer or the Humane Society and impounded in an animal shelter and there
confined in a humane manner. Impounded dogs shall be kept for not less than five days,
unless reclaimed by their owners. If by a permit tag or by other means the owner can be
identified, the animal control officer shall immediately, upon impoundment, notify the
owner by telephone or mail of the impoundment of the dog. A dog not claimed by its
owner within five days shall be humanely disposed of by an agency delegated by the
council to exercise that authority.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
Sec. 10-157. - Fees; additional penalties.
Any owner reclaiming a dog under this article, which has been impounded for
any reason, shall pay a fee as set by council resolution from time to time. The owner
may also be proceeded against for violation of this article, and his permit may be
revoked.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
Sec. 10-158. - Return to owner of dog found at large.
Notwithstanding the sections of this division, if a dog is found at large in the city
and its owner can be identified and located, such dog need not be impounded but may,
instead, be taken to the owner.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008)
Secs. 10-159—10-185. - Reserved.
DIVISION 5. - DANGEROUS DOGS[6]
Footnotes:
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Editor's note—Ord. No. 888, adopted July 14, 2008, amended Div. 5 in its entirety to
read as set out herein. Former Div. 5, §§ 10-186—10-190, pertained to similar subject
matter and derived from the Code of 1982, §§ 7-80—7-84.
Secs. 10-186—10-188. - Reserved.
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Sec. 10-189. - Dangerous/potentially dangerous dogs.
The provisions of Minn. Stats. §§ 347.50—347.56, inclusive, are hereby adopted as
the potentially dangerous and dangerous dog regulations for the City of Maplewood.
Where a conflict exists between the provisions of the City Code and the provisions of
Minn. Stats. §§ 347.50—347.56, inclusive, the provisions of the Minnesota Statutes shall
apply.
(1) Definitions: For the purpose of this section, the terms defined have the meaning
given to them:
Dangerous dog means any dog that has:
(a) Without provocation, inflicted substantial bodily harm on a human being on
public or private property; or
(b) Killed a domestic animal without provocation while off the owner's property; or
(c) Been found to be potentially dangerous, after the owner has notice that the dog
is potentially dangerous, the dog aggressively bites, attacks, or endangers the
safety of humans or domestic animals.
Potentially dangerous dog means any dog that:
(a) When unprovoked, inflicts bites on a human or domestic animal on public or
private property; or
(b) When unprovoked, chases or approaches a person, including a person on a
bicycle, upon the streets, sidewalks, or any public or private property, other
than the dog owner's property, in an apparent attitude of attack; or
(c) Has a known propensity, tendency, or disposition to attack unprovoked,
causing injury or otherwise threatening the safety of humans or domestic
animals.
Proper enclosure means securely confined indoors or in a securely
enclosed and locked pen or structure suitable to prevent the animal from escaping
and providing protection from the elements for the dog. A proper enclosure does
not include a porch, patio, or any part of a house, garage, or other structure that
would allow the dog to exit of its own volition, or any house or structure in which
the windows are open or in which door or window screens are the only obstacles
that prevent the dog from exiting.
Owner means any person, firm, corporation, organization, or department
possessing, harboring, keeping, having an interest in, or having care, custody, or
control of a dog.
Substantial bodily harm has the meaning given it under Minn. Stats. §
609.02, subdivision 7a.
Great bodily harm has the meaning given it under Minn. Stats. § 609.02,
subdivision 8.
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Provocation means an act that adult could reasonably expect may cause a
dog to attack or bite.
(2) Initial determination. The city's designated animal control authority shall be
responsible for initially determining (initial determination) whether a dog is a
potentially dangerous dog or a dangerous dog. The animal control authority may
retain custody of a dog which has been initially determined to be a dangerous dog
pending the hearing as hereinafter provided. The initial determination shall be
conclusive unless the owner appeals the initial determination as hereinafter
provided.
(3) Notice of initial determination. The notice of initial determination shall be personally
served on the owner of the dog or on a person of suitable age at the residence of
such owner. The notice of initial determination shall describe the dog deemed to be
potentially dangerous or dangerous, shall identify the officer making the initial
determination and shall inform the owner of the owner's right to appeal the initial
determination.
(4) Request for hearing and hearing. An owner may appeal the initial determination by
filing a request and payment of the applicable fee for the hearing with the city
manager within five days of the owner's receipt of the notice of initial determination.
A hearing shall be held within seven days after the city's receipt of the request for
hearing. The city manager shall assign a hearing officer, who shall not be the
person who made the initial determination. At the hearing, the hearing officer shall
consider the reports and comments of the animal control authority, the testimony of
any witnesses, witness statements and the comments of the owner of the dog.
After considering all of the evidence submitted, the hearing officer shall make
written findings and shall determine whether the dog is a potentially dangerous dog
or a dangerous dog (final determination). The findings shall be made within five
days of the date of the hearing and shall be personally served upon the owner of
the dog or upon a person of suitable age at the residence of the owner.
(5) Seizure of dangerous dog or potentially dangerous dog. The animal control
authority shall immediately seize any dangerous or potentially dangerous dog if,
within 14 days after the service of the notice of final determination declaring a dog
to be a dangerous dog:
(a) The owner has not registered the dog in compliance with the provisions of
subsection 10-189(8)a. or (10)a.
(b) The owner does not secure the proper surety bond or liability insu rance
pursuant to subsection 10-189(8)a.2. or (10)a.4.
(c) The dangerous or potentially dangerous dog is not maintained in a proper
enclosure.
(d) The dangerous dog is outside a proper enclosure and not under the physical
restraint of a responsible person.
(6) Reclaiming a dangerous dog or potentially dangerous. A dangerous or potentially
dangerous dog may be reclaimed by the owner of the dog upon payment of the
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impounding and boarding fees and upon presentation of proof to the animal control
authority that the requirements of subsection 10-189(8)a. or (10)a. have been
satisfied. A dangerous or potentially dangerous dog not reclaimed under this
provision within seven days may be disposed of as provided in Minn. Stats. §
35.71, subd. 3, and the owner shall be liable to the animal control authority for
costs incurred in confining and disposing of the dangerous dog.
(7) Substantial/great bodily harm. Upon a final determination and notwithstanding the
provisions of subsections 10-189(2)—(6), a dangerous dog that inflicted substantial
bodily harm or great bodily harm on a human being on public or private property
without provocation may be destroyed in a proper and humane manner by the
animal control authority.
(8) Dangerous dog restrictions.
(a) Registration required. No person may keep a dangerous dog in the City of
Maplewood unless the dog is registered with the city clerk as provided in this
section. The city clerk shall issue a certificate of registration to the owner of the
dangerous dog if the owner presents the following information:
1. Proper enclosure. A proper enclosure exists for the dangerous dog and
there is a posting on the premises with a clearly visible warning sign,
including a warning symbol to inform children, that there is a dangerous dog
on the property.
2. Bond/insurance. A surety bond issued by a surety company authorized to
conduct business in the State of Minnesota in a form acceptable to the
animal control authority in the sum of at least $300,000.00 payable to any
person injured by the dangerous dog, or a policy of liability insurance
issued by an insurance company authorized to conduct business in the
State of Minnesota in the amount of at least $300,000.00 insuring the
owner for any personal injuries inflicted by the dangerous dog.
3. Microchip. The owner has had a microchip identification implanted in the
dangerous dog, and the name of the microchip manufacturer and
identification number of the microchip must be provided to the animal
control authority. If the microchip is not implanted by the owner, it may be
implanted by the animal control authority with the costs borne by the dog's
owner.
4. Warning symbol. The owner has posted a warning symbol to inform
children that there is a dangerous dog on the property. The design of the
warning symbol must have been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner
of Public Safety.
5. Tag. The dangerous dog must have a standardized, easily identifiable tag
identifying the dog as dangerous and containing the uniform dangerous dog
symbol affixed to the dog's collar at all times. The design of the tag must
have been approved by the Minnesota Commissioner of Public Safety.
6. Photograph. The owner of the dangerous dog shall make the dog available
to be photographed for identification by the animal control authority at a
time and place specified by the animal control authority.
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7. Proof of disclosure. The owner of a dangerous dog who rents property from
another where the dog will reside must submit proof of disclosure from the
property owner that the property owner was notified, prior to entering into
the lease agreement and at the time of any lease renewal, that the person
owns a dangerous dog that will reside at the property.
(9) Dangerous dog regulations.
(a) Annual fee. The owner of a dangerous dog shall pay an annual fee as
determined by council ordinance, in addition to any regular dog licensing fees,
to obtain a certificate of registration for a dangerous dog under this section.
(b) Annual renewal. The owner of a dangerous dog must renew the registration of
the dog annually until the dog is deceased and pay the annual renewal fee as
determined by city council ordinance. If the dog is removed from the City of
Maplewood, it must be registered as a dangerous dog in its new jurisdiction.
(c) Death/transfer from city. The owner of any dangerous dog must notify the
animal control authority in writing of the death of the dog, of its transfer to a
residence outside of the City of Maplewood or of its transfer within the City of
Maplewood within 30 [days] of the death or transfer.
(d) Notice to landlord. The owner of a dangerous dog who rents property from
another where the dog will reside must disclose to the property owner, prior to
entering into the lease agreement, and at the time of any lease renewal, that
the person owns a dangerous dog that will reside at the property.
(e) Sale. The owner of a dangerous dog must notify the purchaser that the animal
control authority has identified the dog as a dangerous dog. The seller must
also notify the animal control authority in writing of the sale and provide the
animal control authority with the new owner's name, address, and telephone
number.
(f) Muzzling. If the dangerous dog is outside a proper enclosure, the dog must be
muzzled and restrained by substantial chain or leash and be under the physical
restraint of a reasonable person. The muzzle must be made in a manner that
will prevent the dog from biting any person or animal but that will not cause
injury to the dog or interfere with its vision or respiration.
(g) Sterilization. The animal control authority may require a dangerous dog to be
sterilized at the owner's expense. If the owner does not have the dangerous
dog sterilized, the animal control authority may have the animal sterilized at t he
owner's expense.
(10) Potentially dangerous dog restrictions.
(a) Registration required. No person may keep a potentially dangerous dog in the
City of Maplewood unless the dog is registered with the city clerk as provided in
this section. The city clerk shall issue a certificate of registration to the owner of
a potentially dangerous dog if the owner presents the following information:
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1. Microchip. The owner has had a microchip identification implanted in the
potentially dangerous dog, and the name of the microchip manufacturer
and identification number of the microchip must be provided to the animal
control authority. If the microchip is not implanted by the owner, it may be
implanted by the animal control authority with the costs borne by the dog 's
owner.
2. Warning symbol. The owner has posted a warning symbol to inform
children that there is a potentially dangerous dog on the property. The
design of the warning symbol must have been approved by the Minnesota
Commissioner of Public Safety.
3. Proper enclosure. A proper enclosure exists for the potentially dangerous
dog, and there is a posting on the premises with a clearly visible warning
sign, including a warning symbol, to inform children that there is a
potentially dangerous dog on the property.
4. Bond/insurance. A surety bond issued by a surety company authorized to
conduct business in the State of Minnesota in a form acceptable to the
animal control authority in the sum of at least $300,000.00 payable to any
person injured by the potentially dangerous dog, or a policy of liability
insurance issued by an insurance company authorized to conduct business
in the State of Minnesota in the amount of at least $300,000.00 insuring the
owner for any personal injuries inflicted by the potentially dangerous dog.
5. Photograph. The owner of the potentially dangerous dog shall make the
dog available to be photographed for identification by the animal control
authority at a time and place specified by the animal control authority.
6. Proof of disclosure. The owner of a potentially dangerous dog who rents
property from another where the dog will reside must submit proof of
disclosure from the property owner that the property owner was notified,
prior to entering into the lease agreement and at the time of any lease
renewal, that the person owns a potentially dangerous dog that will reside
at the property.
(11) Potentially dangerous dog regulations.
(a) Annual fee. The owner of a potentially dangerous dog shall pay an annual fee
as determined by council ordinance, in addition to any regular dog licensing
fees, to obtain a certificate of registration for a dangerous dog under this
section.
(b) Annual renewal. The owner of a potentially dangerous dog must renew the
registration of the dog annually until the dog is deceased and pay the annual
renewal fee as determined by city council ordinance. If the dog is removed from
the City of Maplewood, it must be registered as a potentially dangerous dog in
its new jurisdiction.
(c) Death/transfer from city. The owner of any potentially dangerous dog must
notify the animal control authority in writing of the death of the dog, of its
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transfer to a residence outside of the City of Maplewood or of its transfer within
the City of Maplewood within 30 days of the death or transfer.
(d) Notice to landlord. The owner of a potentially dangerous dog who rents
property from another where the dog will reside must disclose to the property
owner, prior to entering into the lease agreement and at the time of any lease
renewal that the person owns a potentially dangerous dog that will reside at the
property.
(e) Sale. The owner of a potentially dangerous dog must notify the purchaser that
the animal control authority has identified the dog as potentially dangerous.
The seller must also notify the animal control authority in writing of the sale and
provide the animal control authority with the new owner's name, address, and
telephone number.
(12) Annual review requests. If there are no additional reports of the behavior described
in subsection (1)a. or (1)b. of this section within a 12-month period from the date of
the designation as a dangerous dog or a six-month period from the date of the
designation as a potentially dangerous dog, the dog's owner may request a review,
in writing, of the declaration designation. The owner must provide documented
evidence for review that the dog's behavior has changed due to environment,
health, age, training, neutering or other relevant factor. The review request and
supporting documentation must be submitted to the Maplewood Animal Control
Authority, which shall rule on the review request based on the record. The owner of
the dog shall be notified in writing of the review results within ten business days of
receipt. An administrative fee shall be paid prior to the review. In cases where the
owner has successfully completed a training program approved by the animal
control authority, the administrative fee may be reduced or waived. The fees for
such review shall be imposed, set, established and fixed by the city council, by
resolution, from time to time.
(Ord. No. 888, 7-14-2008; Ord. No. 942, 9-22-2014)
Secs. 10-190—10-215. - Reserved.
DIVISION 6. - SMALL KENNEL LICENSES
Sec. 10-216. - Construction and purpose of division.
This division is supplementary to and in addition to all other sections of this Code
or other ordinances in effect relating to the ownership, care and custody of dogs within
the city and is deemed necessary by the council in order to regulate and control the
ownership and the keeping of dogs in and near residential areas of the city.
(Code 1982, § 7-96)
Sec. 10-217. - Required; limited to licensee's dogs; zoning classifications where
permitted.
(1) No person shall keep more than two dogs over three months of age anywhere within
the city without first obtaining a small kennel license under this division for the
keeping of such dogs for breeding, sale or show purposes.
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(2) Any licensee under this division may not board or train dogs belonging to other
persons on such licensed premises.
(3) Small kennel licenses will not be issued under this division in any part of the city,
except on property zoned commercial or farm residential or residential R-1.
(Code 1982, § 7-97)
Sec. 10-218. - Application; investigation; grant or denial of license.
(1) Application. Any person desiring a small kennel license required under this division
shall make written application to the city clerk upon a form prescribed by and
containing such information as required by the city clerk. Among other things, the
application shall contain the following information:
(a) A description of the real property upon which it is desired to keep the dogs.
(b) The species and number of dogs to be maintained on the premises.
(c) A statement that the applicant or licensee will at all times keep the dogs in
accordance with all the conditions prescribed by the police chief or a modification
thereof and that failure to obey such conditions will constitute a violation of this
chapter and grounds for cancellation of the license.
(d) Such other and further information as may be required by the police chief.
(2) Consent. Upon receipt of the completed small kennel license application, the city
clerk's office will obtain a list of affected properties from GIS identifying properties
within 150 feet of the applying property. Certified letters shall be sent to the affected
property addresses requesting approval or objection to the kennel license. Upon
written consent of 75 percent of the owners or occupants of privately or publicly
owned real estate within 150 feet of the outer boundaries of the premises for which
the license is being requested the license shall be forwarded to the police
department for inspection and final approval. Where a property within 150 feet
consists of a multiple dwelling, the applicant need obtain only the written consent of
the owner or manager or other person in charge of the building if the building is
renter-occupied; if the building is owner-occupied letters of consent or objection will
be sent to each individual home owner for consent or objection.
(3) Investigation; issuance or denial. The police chief shall make such investigation as is
necessary and may grant, deny or refuse to renew any application for a license
under this division.
(4) Conditions. If granted, the license shall be issued by the city clerk and shall state the
conditions, if any, imposed upon the permittee for the keeping of dogs under the
license. The license shall specify the restrictions, limitations, conditions and
prohibitions which the police chief deems reasonably necessary to protect any
person or neighboring use from unsanitary conditions, unreasonable noise or odors
or annoyance or to protect the public health and safety. Such license may be
modified from time to time or revoked by the police chief for failure to conform to
such restrictions, limitations or prohibitions. Such modification or revocation shall be
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effective from and after ten days following the mailing of written notice thereof by
certified mail to the person keeping or maintaining such dogs.
(5) Outside kennel. An outside kennel must be constructed of open-faced, galvanized
fabric of suitable size to maintain and secure the keeping of particular breeds of dogs
and to allow for sufficient space for particular breeds of dogs to exercise freely. The
surface must be constructed of material of either concrete or gravel of sufficient
depth to provide for proper cleaning, drainage, maintenance and needs of all
particular breeds of dogs.
(6) Refusal to grant or renew license. The police chief may refuse a license to keep or
maintain dogs under this division for failure to comply with this chapter, if the facilities
for the keeping of the dogs are or become inadequate for their purpose, if the
conditions of the license are not met, if a nuisance condition is created, or if the
public health and safety would be unreasonably endangered by the granting of such
license. Refusal to grant or renew a small kennel license by the police chief may be
appealed to the city council.
(Code 1982, § 7-98; Ord. No. 930, 8-12-2013)
Sec. 10-219. - Application and renewal fees.
The initial application fee for a small kennel license under this division shall be
imposed, set, established and fixed by the city council, by resolution, from time to time.
The annual renewal fee for any license issued under this division shall be imposed, set,
established and fixed by the city council, by resolution, from time to time.
(Code 1982, § 7-99)
Sec. 10-220. - Limitation on number of dogs kept on licensed premises.
The maximum number of dogs over three months of age which may be kept
under a small kennel license issued under this division shall be three.
(Code 1982, § 7-100)
Secs. 10-221—10-245. - Reserved.
ARTICLE IV. - CATS
DIVISION 1. - GENERALLY
Sec. 10-246. - Definitions.
The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the
meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a
different meaning:
Animal shelter means any premises designated by the city manager for the
purpose of impounding and caring for animals held under authority of this article.
Cat means any animal that is a member of the feline species.
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Officer means any person designated by the city to enforce this article.
Owner means any person keeping or harboring a cat.
(Code 1982, § 7-116)
Cross reference— Definitions generally, § 1-2.
Sec. 10-247. - Limitations on number kept in residential areas.
No more than two cats over three months of age shall be housed or be kept on
any one residential site in any area of the city zoned residential R-1 or R-2. No more
than one cat of any age shall be kept in a dwelling unit in any area of the city zoned R-3.
(Code 1982, § 7-117)
Sec. 10-248. - Violations.
Any person violating any of the sections of this article shall be deemed guilty of a
petty misdemeanor and shall be punished in accordance with section 1-15. If any
violation is continuing, each day's violation shall be deemed a separate violation.
(Code 1982, § 7-118)
Secs. 10-249—10-275. - Reserved.
DIVISION 2. - RABIES VACCINATION
Sec. 10-276. - Reserved.
Sec. 10-277. - Current rabies vaccination certificate required.
A current rabies vaccination certificate must be obtained for the each cat on the
premise, kept up to date and have available upon request by the animal control officer.
(Code 1982, § 7-132)
Secs. 10-278—10-310. - Reserved.
DIVISION 3. - RUNNING AT LARGE; NUISANCE[7]
Footnotes:
--- (7) ---
Cross reference— Nuisances, § 18-26 et seq.
Sec. 10-311. - Restraint; duty to prevent nuisance.
(1) Domestic cats in the city shall be kept under restraint at any time such cat is off the
owner's premises.
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(2) It shall be the obligation and responsibility of the owner or custodian of any cat in
the city, whether permanently or temporarily therein, to prevent such cat from
committing any act which constitutes a nuisance as defined in subsection (c) of this
section.
(3) For the purpose of this section, a cat shall be deemed to constitute a nuisance when
the cat:
(a) Is not confined to the owner's or custodian's property by adequate fencing or
leashing or if the cat is off the premises of the owner or custodian and is not
under control of the owner or custodian by a leash not exceeding eight feet in
length, when not confined in a motor vehicle or cage.
(b) Commits damage to the person or property of anyone other than the owner;
creates a nuisance on the property of one other than the owner, such as
damaging property, plantings, or structures; deposits fecal material on property
other than that of the owner; scratches or bites a person; or cries, howls or
loudly mews at night to disturb people other than the owner.
(4) Failure on the part of the owner or custodian to prevent their cat from committing an
act of nuisance shall be a petty misdemeanor and shall be subject to the penalty
provided for such offense.
(Code 1982, § 7-146)
Sec. 10-312. - Female cats in heat.
Every female cat in heat in the city shall be confined in a building or secure
enclosure in such manner that such female cat cannot come into contact with another
cat, except for planned breeding.
(Code 1982, § 7-147)
Secs. 10-313—10-340. - Reserved.
DIVISION 4. – IMPOUNDMENT/CAT MANAGEMENT
Sec. 10-341. - Authority; notice to known owners; reclamation by owners; disposal of
unclaimed cats.
(1) Cats running at large in the city may be taken to the Humane Society and impounded
in an animal shelter and there confined in a humane manner. Impounded cats shall
be kept for not less than five days, unless reclaimed by their owners. Cats not
claimed by their owners within five days shall be humanely disposed of by an agency
designated by the council.
(2) Maplewood police officers or animal control officers are not authorized to impound
lost or recovered cats except when a citizen is unable to transport the animal, or
when an officer reasonably believes the cat represents a public safety risk, or when a
cat requires quarantine due to a bite, or in other circumstances as approved by the
police chief or their designee. The police department shall support recovered cat
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and stray cat population management efforts by offering live traps to interested
residents and referring recovered cats or trapped stray cats to the Animal Humane
Society.
(Code 1982, § 7-161)
Sec. 10-342. - Fees; additional penalties.
Any owner reclaiming an animal under this division shall pay a fee as set by the
Humane Society.
(Code 1982, § 7-162)
Secs. 10-343—10-370. - Reserved.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Consider Approval of Resolution Supporting the Refined Alignment for the
Gateway “Gold Line” Corridor, Project 14-05
Public Works Director Thompson introduced the report. Lyssa Leitner, Gateway Gold
Line Project Manager addressed the council to give an update on the Gateway “Gold
Line” Corridor project and answer questions of the council.
Councilmember Smith moved to approve the resolution supporting the Refined
Alignment for the Gateway “Gold Line” Corridor, Project 14-05.
Resolution 16-11-1398
Resolution Transmitting the City of Maplewood’s Support for the Refined
East End Section of the Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA) that runs
through the Cities of Oakdale and Woodbury to the Gateway Corridor
Policy Advisory Committee (PAC), Gateway Corridor Commission (GCC),
Washington County Regional Railroad Authority and Metropolitan Council
WHEREAS, the Gateway Corridor is a proposed project that will provide for
transit infrastructure improvements in the eastern portion of the Twin Cities, and;
WHEREAS, the purpose of the project is to provide transit service to meet the
existing and long-term regional mobility and local accessibility needs for businesses and
the traveling public within the project area by providing all day bi-directional station-to-
station service that compliments existing and planned express bus service in the
corridor, and;
WHEREAS, the Gateway Corridor is located in Ramsey and Washington
Counties, Minnesota, extending approximately 9 miles, and connecting downtown Saint
Paul with its East Side neighborhoods and the suburbs of Maplewood, Landfall,
Oakdale, and Woodbury, and;
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WHEREAS, the Gateway Corridor project received the important Presidential
designation as a Federal Infrastructure Permitting Dashboard Project, and;
WHEREAS, the identification of a Locally Preferred Alternative (LPA) is a critical
first step in pursuing federal funding for the Gateway Corridor project, and;
WHEREAS, the LPA includes the definition of the Gateway Corridor mode and a
conceptual alignment which can be refined through further engineering efforts, and;
WHEREAS, LPA resolutions of support for the BRT Alternative A-B-C-D2-E2
generally on the Hudson Road – Hudson Boulevard alignment that crosses to the south
side of I-94 between approximately Lake Elmo Avenue and Manning Avenue were
provided by the PAC, GCC, each of the Gateway Corridor cities, and Ramsey and
Washington County Regional Railroad Authorities in 2014, and;
WHEREAS, the Gateway Corridor (Gold Line) was officially included in the
Metropolitan Council’s 2040 Transportation Policy Plan, and;
WHEREAS, several alignment and station location options were developed and
assessed as part of the LPA refinement process from Lake Elmo/Settlers Ridge Parkway
to Manning Avenue in Lake Elmo; and
WHEREAS, on September 22, 2014, the Maplewood City Council took action on
the Original LPA alignment;
WHEREAS, in January 2016 the Lake Elmo City Council took action to not
support the Gateway project through their community, requiring further refinement of the
LPA alignment east of I-694, and;
WHEREAS, additional alignment and station options have been evaluated east
of I-694 in the cities of Oakdale and Woodbury, and;
WHEREAS, the East End Working Group, Technical Advisory Committee,
Community Advisory Committee, Policy Advisory Committee and Gateway Corridor
Commission after reviewing technical analysis and input from the public, recommended
the Dedicated BRT Alternative A-B-C-D3 (see figure) as the refined LPA for public
comment, and;
WHEREAS, the Policy Advisory Committee and Gateway Corridor Commission
held a public hearing on November 10, 2016 at the Woodbury City Hall on the
recommended LPA, at which time people testified, and;
WHEREAS, the comment period for the recommended LPA remained open
through November 13, during which time comments were received, and;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Maplewood has taken
into consideration the technical information and public input on each of the east end
alignment and station options for the section of the corridor east of I-694 in the Cities of
Oakdale and Woodbury, and hereby identifies Dedicated BRT Alternative A-B-C-D3 (see
figure) as the LPA. The LPA alignment from west of I-694 remains unchanged; and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Maplewood commits to working
with the Washington County Regional Railroad Authority (WCRRA), on behalf of the
Gateway Corridor Commission and the Metropolitan Council to address areas of
particular importance to the City of Maplewood (as previously identified in the Original
LPA Resolution adopted on the 22nd day of September 2014) and other stakeholders.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution adopted by the City of
Maplewood be forwarded to the Policy Advisory Committee, Gateway Corridor
Commission, Washington County Regional Railroad Authority and the Metropolitan
Council for their consideration.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
J. NEW BUSINESS
1. Consider Approval of the Maplewood Alzheimer’s Special Care Center, 1700
Beam Avenue
a. Preliminary Plat
b. Conditional Use Permit Resolution
c. Design Review
d. Parking Waiver
Economic Development Coordinator Martin gave the staff report and answered
questions of the council. Commissioner Allan Ige addressed the council to give the
report from the Planning Commission. Chair Matt Ledvina, addressed the council to give
the report from the Community Design Review Board. Kevin Gardner, Associate Civil
Engineer with Pierce Pini & Associates addressed and answered questions of the
council.
Councilmember Smith moved to approve the Voran Properties Addition preliminary plat
located on the southeast corner of Beam Avenue and Southlawn Drive subject to the
following conditions:
1. Submit to staff a revised plat which shows the easterly lot line for Lot 2 shifted to the
west to ensure the existing parking lot on Lot 3 meets the required five foot setback.
Alternatively, the applicants can submit a revised site plan showing how the existing
parking lot on Lot 3 is reconstructed to meet the five-foot setback.
2. Submit to staff copies of the executed cross access agreements for Lots 1 through 4.
3. Comply with the conditions of approval in Jon Jarosch’s city engineering report dated
October 31, 2016, and Erin Laberee’s county engineering report dated November 17,
2016, attached to this report.
4. Comply with the conditions of approval in Shann Finwall’s and Virginia Gaynor’s
environmental report dated November 8, 2016, attached to this report.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
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Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the conditional use permit resolution to
allow multi-family senior housing in a Business Commercial Modified zoning district.
Approval is based on the findings required by ordinance and subject to the following
conditions:
1. All construction shall follow the site plan date-stamped September 30, 2016,
approved by the city. Staff may approve minor changes.
2. The proposed use must be substantially started within one year of council approval
or the permit shall become null and void. The city council may extend this deadline
for one year.
3. The city council shall review this permit in one year.
4. Comply with the conditions of approval in Jon Jarosch’s city engineering report dated
October 31, 2016, and Erin Laberee’s county engineering report dated November 17,
2016, attached to this report.
5. Comply with the conditions of approval in Shann Finwall’s and Virginia Gaynor’s
environmental report dated November 8, 2016, attached to this report.
6. This permit allows 50 senior housing units for residents with Alzheimer’s, dementia,
and related memory issues. Minor changes to this unit count may be approved by
staff.
Resolution 16-11-1399
Conditional Use Permit Resolution
W HEREAS, JEA Development/Maple Care Group, LLC has applied for a
conditional use permit to put a multi-family senior housing facility in a Business
Commercial Modified zoning district;
W HEREAS, Section 44-558 (1) of the Business Commercial Modified district
requirements states that a conditional use permit may be granted for all permitted
uses in the R3 district.
W HEREAS, this permit applies to the property located at Block 1, Lot 1, Voran
Properties Addition (1700 Beam Avenue).
W HEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as follows:
1. On November 15, 2016, the planning commission held a public hearing.
The city staff published a notice in the paper and sent notices to the surrounding
property owners. The planning commission gave everyone at the hearing a chance to
speak and present written statements. The planning commission also considered the
reports and recommendation of city staff. The planning commission recommended that
the city council approve this permit.
2. On November 28, 2016, the city council considered
reports and recommendations of the city staff and planning
commission.
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NOW , THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the city council approved the
above- described conditional use permit, because:
1. The use would be located, designed, maintained, constructed and
operated to be in conformity with the City's Comprehensive Plan and Code of
Ordinances.
2. The use would not change the existing or planned character of the
surrounding area.
3. The use would not depreciate property values.
4. The use would not involve any activity, process, materials,
equipment or methods of operation that would be dangerous, hazardous,
detrimental, disturbing or cause a nuisance to any person or property, because of
excessive noise, glare, smoke, dust, odor, fumes, water or air pollution, drainage,
water run-off, vibration, general unsightliness, electrical interference or other
nuisances.
5. The use would generate only minimal vehicular traffic on local
streets and would not create traffic congestion or unsafe access on existing or
proposed streets.
6. The use would be served by adequate public facilities and services,
including streets, police and fire protection, drainage structures, water and sewer
systems, schools and parks.
7. The use would not create excessive additional costs for public facilities or
services.
8. The use would maximize the preservation of and incorporate the
site's natural and scenic f eatures into the development design.
9. The use would cause minimal adverse
environmental effects.
Approval is subject to the f ollowing conditions:
1. All construction shall follow the site plan date-stamped September 30,
2016, approved by the city. Staff may approve minor changes.
2. The proposed use must be substantially started within one year of
council approval or the permit shall become null and void. The city council may
extend this deadline for one year.
3. The city council shall review this permit in one year.
4. Comply with the conditions of approval in Jon Jarosch’s city engineering
report dated October 31, 2016, and Erin Laberee’s county engineering report dated
November 17, 2016.
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5. Comply with the conditions of approval in Shann Finwall’s and
Virginia Gaynor’s environmental report dated November 8, 2016.
6. This permit allows 50 senior housing units for residents with
Alzheimer’s, dementia, and related memory issues. Minor changes to this unit count
may be approved by staff.
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
Councilmember Smith moved to approve the parking waiver of 59 parking spaces for the
Maplewood Alzheimer’s Special Care Center at 1700 Beam Avenue. City ordinance
requires 100 parking spaces for this site, and the proposed project will provide 41
parking spaces. If a parking shortage develops the city council may require the
applicant to secure more parking spaces.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
Councilmember Smith moved to approve the plans date-stamped September 30, 2016,
for the Maplewood Alzheimer’s Special Care Center at 1700 Beam Avenue. Approval is
subject to the applicant complying with the following conditions:
1. Approval of design plans is good for two years. If the applicant has not begun
construction within two years, this design review shall be repeated. Staff may
approve minor changes to these plans.
2. The applicant shall comply with the conditions noted in Jon Jarosch’s city
engineering dated October 31, 2016, and Erin Laberee’s county engineering
report dated November 17, 2016.
3. The applicant shall comply with the conditions noted in Shann Finwall’s and
Virginia Gaynor’s environmental report dated November 8, 2016.
4. Submit to staff copies of the executed cross access agreements for Lots 1
through 4.
5. Submit to staff a revised lighting plan which shows outdoor lights do not exceed
.4 foot candles of lumens at the property line.
6. Submit to staff a revised site plan which shows the concrete sidewalk extending
from the westerly lot of Lot 1 to the existing sidewalk located in front of Lot 3.
7. All signage on the property must comply with the City’s sign ordinance and
requires separate sign permits.
8. Submit to staff revised elevations showing brick wainscot from the base of the
building up to the window line on all elevations. All brick used on the building
shall match.
9. The applicant shall provide an irrevocable letter of credit or cash escrow in the
amount of 150 percent of the cost of installing the landscaping, before getting a
building permit.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
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2. Consider Approval of a Building Expansion for Metro Heating and Cooling,
2303 Atlantic Street North
a. Conditional Use Permit Resolution
b. Design Review
Economic Development Coordinator Martin gave the staff report and answered
questions of the council. Commissioner Allan Ige addressed the council to give the
report from the Planning Commission. Chair Matt Ledvina, addressed the council to give
the report from the Community Design Review Board. Paul Ryland, Manager from
Metro Heating and Cooling addressed and introduced himself to the council.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the conditional use permit resolution.
This conditional use permit allows a 2,580 square foot building expansion within the M-1
(light manufacturing) zoning district that is within 350 feet of a residential zoning district
for the property located 2303 Atlantic Street North. This approval shall be subject to the
following conditions:
1. All construction shall follow the project plans as approved by the city. The
director of environmental and economic development may approve minor
changes.
2. The proposed construction must be substantially started within one year of
council approval or the permit shall end. The council may extend this
deadline for one year.
3. The city council shall review this permit in one year.
4. The applicant shall provide a screening fence between its trash containers
and the neighboring property to the west. All trash enclosure s must be kept
on the south end of the building, as indicated by the applicant’s plans, and out
of the view from the public right-of-ways.
5. The existing residential structure on this site is a legal, non-conforming use. If
the home is vacant for one year or more its legal, non -conforming status
ceases and cannot be used for residential purposes.
Resolution 16-11-1400
Conditional Use Permit Resolution
WHEREAS, Metro Heating and Cooling has applied for a conditional use permit
to expand the existing building at 2303 Atlantic Street North.
WHEREAS, conditional use permits are required for commercial buildings in the
light manufacturing (m1) zoning district that are within 350 feet of properties that have
been guided and zoned as residential.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to the 1 acre site at 2303 Atlantic Street North.
The legal description and property identification number are:
Subject To Road & Except South 200 Feet; The East 260 Feet Of Block 14 Also;
Except W est 400 Feet & Except East 30 Feet; Part Lying Southerly Of Highway
36 Of Block 17
09-29-22-41-0023
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WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as follows:
1. On November 15, 2016, the planning commission held a public hearing.
The city staff published a hearing notice in the Maplewood Review and
sent notices to the surrounding property owners. The planning
commission gave everyone at the hearing a chance to speak and present
written statements. The planning commission recommended that the city
council approve the conditional use permit
2. On November 28, 2016 the city council discussed the conditional use
permit. They considered reports and recommendations from the planning
commission and city staff.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the city council approved the
above-described conditional use permit because:
1. The use would be located, designed, maintained, constructed and
operated to be in conformity with the City’s Comprehensive Plan and
Code of Ordinances.
2. The use would not change the existing or planned character of the
surrounding area.
3. The use would not depreciate property values.
4. The use would not involve any activity, process, materials, equipment or
methods of operation that would be dangerous, hazardous, detrimental,
disturbing or cause a nuisance to any person or property, because of
excessive noise, glare, smoke, dust, odor, fumes, water or air pollution,
drainage, water run-off, vibration, general unsightliness, electrical
interference or other nuisances.
5. The use would not exceed the design standards of any affected street.
6. The use would be served by adequate public facilities and services,
including streets, police and fire protection, drainage structures, water
and sewer systems, schools and parks.
7. The use would not create excessive additional costs for public facilities or
services.
8. The use would maximize the preservation of and incorporate the site’s
natural and scenic features into the development design.
9. The use would cause minimal adverse environmental effects.
Approval is subject to the following conditions:
1. All construction shall follow the project plans as approved by the
city. The director of environmental and economic development may
approve minor changes.
2. The proposed construction must be substantially started within one
year of council approval or the permit shall end. The council may
extend this deadline for one year.
3. The city council shall review this permit in one year.
4. The applicant shall provide a screening fence between its trash
containers and the neighboring property to the west. All trash
enclosures must be kept on the south end of the building, as
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indicated by the applicant’s plans, and out of the view from the
public right-of-ways.
5. The existing residential structure on this site is a legal, non-
conforming use. If the home is vacant for one year or more its legal,
non-conforming status ceases and cannot be used for residential
purposes.
Seconded by Councilmember Xiong Ayes – All
The motion passed.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the plans date-stamped November 7,
2016, for Metro Heating and Cooling’s proposed building expansion. Approval is subject
to the developer complying with the following conditions:
1. This approval is good for two years. After two years, the design-review process shall
be repeated if the developer has not begun construction.
2. All requirements of the fire marshal and building official must be met.
3. The applicants shall comply with all requirements of the Maplewood Engineering
Report from Jon Jarosch dated November 8, 2016.
4. The applicants shall provide the city with cash escrow or an irrevocable letter of
credit for 150 percent of the proposed exterior landscaping and site improvements
prior to getting a building permit for the development.
5. The applicant shall provide a screening fence between its trash containers
and the neighboring property to the west. All trash enclosures must be kept
on the south end of the building, as indicated by the applicant’s plans, and out
of the view from the public right-of-ways.
6. The removal of the existing asphalt for the parking lot will not require the
applicant to install concrete curbing as determined by the city engineer.
7. All work shall follow the approved plans. The director of environmental and economic
development may approve minor changes.
Seconded by Councilmember Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
3. Consider Approval of New Buildings at Maple Ridge Shopping Center, 2515
White Bear Avenue
a. Design Review
b. Comprehensive Sign Plan Amendment
Economic Development Coordinator Martin gave the staff report and answered
questions of the council. Chair Matt Ledvina addressed the council to give the report
from the Community Design Review Board and answer questions of the council. Tom
Wasmoen, CEO of Firm Ground Architects & Engineers addressed the council to give
additional information about the project and answer questions of the council.
Councilmember Abrams moved to table the approval of the new buildings at Maple
Ridge Shopping Center, 2515 White Bear Avenue and send it back to Community
Design Review Board to address concerns with landscaping, parking, traffic flow,
lighting, stacking of vehicles in the proposed drive-through, building materials, and the
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appearance of the elevations on the east side of the new buildings. After the Design
Review Board review, the application will be brought back to the City Council for final
approval.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
4. Consider Approval of Early Retirement Incentive Plan
Assistant City Manager/Human Resource Director Funk gave the staff report and
answered questions of the council. City Manager Coleman gave additional information
about filling positions within the city as they become vacant.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the 2017 Early Retirement Incentive Plan
(ERIP).
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
M. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Slawik adjourned the meeting at 10:21 p.m.