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MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M. Monday,November 13, 2018
Maplewood City Hall –Council Chambers
Meeting No.21-18
A.CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the City Council was held atthe Maplewood City Hall –Council Chambers
and was called to order at7:00 p.m. byMayor Slawik.
Mayor Slawik wished all the veterans a happy veteran’s day and read a “Tribute to a
Veteran’s Day at Home.”
B.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Jordan Moua, Lennox Mouaand Erlando Moua led the council in the pledge of
allegiance.
C.ROLL CALL
Nora Slawik, MayorPresent
Marylee Abrams, CouncilmemberPresent
Kathleen Juenemann, CouncilmemberPresent
Bryan Smith, CouncilmemberAbsent
Tou Xiong, CouncilmemberPresent
D.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
America RecyclesWeek
Organization of Bridging
Recycle Your Holidays
Boo Bash
Community Engagement Breakfast
CouncilmemberXiong movedto approve the agenda as amended.
Seconded by CouncilmemberJuenemannAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
E.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.October 25, 2018 City Council Workshop Minutes
The “Seconded by”name needs to be added to agenda item C.
CouncilmemberXiong moved to approve the October 25,2018 City Council Workshop
Minutesas amended.
Seconded by Councilmember JuenemannAyes–Mayor Slawik. Council
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Members Juenemannand
Xiong
Abstain–Councilmember Abrams
The motion passed.
2.October 25,2018 City Council Meeting Minutes
CouncilmemberXiong moved to approve the October 25,2018 City Council Meeting
Minutesas submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember JuenemannAyes–Mayor Slawik. Council
Members Juenemannand
Xiong
Abstain–Councilmember Abrams
The motion passed.
F.APPOINTMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
1.Administrative Presentations
a.Council Calendar Update
City Manager Coleman gave the update to the council calendar, reviewed other topics of
concern or interest requested by councilmembers and gave an overview of upcoming
events in the community.
2.Council Presentations
America Recycles Week
Councilmember Juenemannreported this is America Recycles Week and encouraged
residents to start recycling if they currently are not; and notedNovember 15 is America
Recyles Day.
Organization of Bridging
Councilmember Juenemannreported oncurbside pickup of large itemsfrom the trash
hauler at a reduced rate that took place in Octoberand encouraged everyone to donate
furniture and household goodsto Bridging.
Recycle Your Holidays
Councilmember Juenemannreported Recycle Your Holidays will be held again at
Maplewood CityHall, 1902 Building and MCCto recycle holiday lights starting
December 1.
Boo Bash
Mayor Slawikreported on the Boo Bash event that was held at Bruentrup Farm.
Community Engagement Breakfast
Mayor Slawikreported on the Community Engagement Breakfast that took place in
November.
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3.Swearing-In Ceremony –Police Officers Aubrey Stock and Amanda Wiethorn
Public Safety Director Nadeau introducedand then gave a brief history of the new police
officers. City Clerk Sindt performed the swearing-in for Police Officers Aubrey Stock and
Amanda Wiethorn.
4.Proclamation for Small Business Saturday
Mayor Slawik read the proclamation for Small Business Saturday.
G.CONSENTAGENDA
CouncilmemberXiongmoved to approve agenda itemsG1-G12.
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
1.Approval of Claims
CouncilmemberXiong moved to approve the approvalof claims.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 869,568.75 Checks #102423 thru #102456
dated 10/23/18
$ 455,574.53 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 10/15/18 thru 10/19/18
$ 534,125.86 Checks #102457 thru # 102490
dated 10/19/18 thru 10/30/18
$ 550,223.55 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 10/22/18 thru 10/26/18
$ 566,041.75 Checks # 102491 thru # 102549
dated 11/06/18
$ 465,771.86 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 10/29/18 thru 11/02/18
$ 3,441,306.30 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
$ 628,189.03 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 10/19/18
$ 2,828.43 Payroll Deduction check # 99103491 thru # 99103495dated 10/19/18
$ 570,699.77 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 11/02/18
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$ 2,101.26 Payroll Deduction check # 99103509 thru # 99103512dated 11/02/18
$ 1,203,818.49 Total Payroll
$ 4,645,124.79 GRAND TOTAL
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
2.Massage Center License for Xin LLC d/b/a Healing Massage, 1700 Rice
Street, Suite N
CouncilmemberXiong moved to approve theMassage Center License for Xin LLC d/b/a
Healing Massage, 1700 Rice Street, Suite N.
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
3.Temporary Lawful Gambling -Local Permit for Hill Murray School, 2625
Larpenteur Avenue E
CouncilmemberXiong moved toapprove the Temporary Lawful Gambling -Local Permit
for Hill Murray School, 2625 Larpenteur Avenue E.
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
4.Travel Expenses for Mayor Slawik for Gold Line Partners San Diego Peer
Region Visit
CouncilmemberXiong moved to approve the Travel Expenses for Mayor Slawik for Gold
Line Partners San DiegoPeer Region Visitnot to exceed $500.
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
5.Resolution Accepting the Labor-Management Committee’sRecommendation
for 2019 Employee Insurance Benefits
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CouncilmemberXiong moved to approve theResolution Accepting the Labor-
Management Committee’sRecommendation for 2019 Employee Insurance Benefits.
Resolution 18-11-1619
WHEREAS, The Labor-Management Committee met, reviewed and discussed
the renewal information from all providers; and
WHEREAS, Consensus from the Labor-Management Committee is to
recommend approval of all employee benefits and renewals for 2019; and
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA, AS FOLLOWS:
Hereby affirms the recommendations of the Labor-ManagementCommittee regarding
2019employee insurance benefits for the City of Maplewood.
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
6.Conditional Use Permit Review, HaF Equipment, 1255 Cope Avenue East
CouncilmemberXiong moved to approve the CUP review for the HaF Equipment and
review again in one year.
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
7.Conditional Use Permit Review, Kline Nissan, 3090 Maplewood Drive North
CouncilmemberXiong moved to approve the CUP review for the Kline Nissan and
review again only if a problem arises or a change is proposed.
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
8.Resolution for Receipt of Special Assessment Deferment Paperwork Relating
to City Projects 17-18 Farrell –Ferndale Area Street Improvements and 17-19
Londin –Highpoint Area Street Improvements
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CouncilmemberXiong moved to approve theresolution for receipt of special assessment
deferment paperwork relating to City projects 17-18 Farrell-Ferndale Area Street
Improvements and 17-19 Londin-Highpoint Area Street Improvements.
Resolution 18-11-1620
Resolution for Receipt of Special Assessment Deferment Paperwork
City Projects 17-18 (Farrell-Ferndale) and City Project 17-19 (Londin-Highpoint)
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolutions passed by the City Council on May 14, 2018,
the assessment roll for the Londin-Highpoint Area Street Improvements, City Project 17-
19, was presented in a Public Hearing format, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter
429, and
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolutions passed by the City Council on June 11,
2018, the assessment roll for the Farrell-Ferndale Area Street Improvements, City
Project 17-19, was presented in a Public Hearing format, pursuant to Minnesota
Statutes, Chapter 429, and
WHEREAS, property owners filed objections to their assessments according to
the requirements of Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, and the City Council granted
deferral requests according to the Resolution Adopting the Revised Assessment Rolls
for subject projects on May 29, 2018 for City Project 17-19, and June 25, 2018 for City
Project 17-18, with the condition that the necessary be submitted to the City and
approved.
WHEREAS, the necessary paperwork and forms were returned by six property
owners as follows for City Project 17-18:
1)570 Ferndale Street North (granted a senior citizen deferral which equates to
$6,600.00 and will come due with accumulated interest at the end of the deferral
period).
2)653 Century Avenue North (granted undeveloped deferral on 1 of 2 units which
equates to $6,600.00)
3)2725 Conway Avenue (granted undeveloped deferral on 1 of 2 units which
equates to $4,950.00)
4)593 Century Avenue North (granted undeveloped deferral on 1 of 1.5 units which
equates to $6,600.00)
5)679 Ferndale Street North (granted a senior citizen deferral which equates to
$6,600.00 and will come due with accumulated interest at the end of the deferral
period).
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6)2687 7Street East (granted a senior citizen deferral which equates to $6,600.00
and will come due with accumulated interest at the end of the deferral period).
WHEREAS, the necessary paperwork and forms were returned by one property
owner as follows for CityProject 17-19:
1)2352 Dorland Lane East (granted a senior citizen deferral which equates to
$673.17 and will come due with accumulated interest at the end of the deferral
period).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA that assessment deferrals listed herewith are ratified
and approved based on paperwork that was submitted to the City in accordance with the
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original resolution adopted on May 14, 2018 for City Project 17-19, and June 11, 2018
for City Project 17-18. And furthermore the City Engineer and/or City Clerk are hereby
instructed to make the following adjustments to the assessment rolls in accordance to
the original resolutions adopted on May 14, 2018 for City Project 17-19 and June 11,
2018 for City Project 17-18.
CITY PROJECT 17-18
1.Parcel 362922140029 –John Junek, 570 Ferndale Street North. It is currently
proposed that the property be assessed for 1 unit at the full reconstruction
assessment rate of $6,600. Mr. Junek is requesting a senior citizen deferral. Staff
recommendation is to grant a senior citizen deferral upon approval of necessary
paperwork and financial information. If approved, the deferral will be for a period
of 15 years. Interest will accrue at a rate of 5 percent during the deferral period
and the assessment will become due with accumulated interest at the end of the
deferral period.
2.Parcel 362922110023 –Elizabeth Hintze, 653 Century Avenue North. It is
currently proposed that the property be assessed for 2 units at the full
reconstruction assessment rate of $6,600 for a total assessment of $13,200. Mrs.
Hintze is requesting an undeveloped property deferral for the undeveloped
portion of her property. Staff recommendation is to grant an undeveloped
property deferral for the undeveloped portion of the property. If approved, the
undeveloped property deferral will be for a period of 15 years. Interest will accrue
at a rate of 5 percent during the deferral period. If improvements are made to the
undeveloped property within the deferral period, the assessment will become due
with accumulated interest. If no improvements are made during the 15-year
deferral period, the assessment would be terminated.
3.Parcel 362922140058 –Cha Neo Yeng Vang, 2725 Conway Avenue. It is
currently proposed that the property be assessed for 2 units at the partial
reconstruction assessment rate of $4,950 for a total assessment of $9,900. Mr.
Vang is requesting an undeveloped property deferral for the undeveloped portion
of his property. Staff recommendation is to grant an undeveloped property
deferral for the undeveloped portion of the property. If approved, the
undeveloped property deferral will be for a period of 15 years. Interest will accrue
at a rate of 5 percent during the deferral period. If improvements are made to the
undeveloped property within the deferral period, the assessment will become due
with accumulated interest. If no improvements are made during the 15-year
deferral period, the assessment would be terminated.
4.Parcel 362922140066 –Scott Jerde, 593 Century Avenue North. It is currently
proposed that the property be assessed for 1.5 units at the full reconstruction
assessment rate of $6,600 for a total assessment of $9,900. Mr. Jerde is
requesting an undeveloped property deferral for theundeveloped portion of his
property (1 full unit). Staff recommendation is to grant an undeveloped property
deferral for the undeveloped portion of the property (1 full unit). If approved, the
undeveloped property deferral will be for a period of 15 years. Interest will accrue
at a rate of 5 percent during the deferral period. If improvements are made to the
undeveloped property within the deferral period, the assessment will become due
with accumulated interest. If no improvements are made during the 15-year
deferral period, the assessment would be terminated.
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5.Parcel 362922120006 –V. Lynette Kimble, 679 Ferndale Street North. It is
currently proposed that the property be assessed for 1 unit at the full
reconstruction assessment rate of $6,600. Mrs. Kimble is requesting a senior
citizen deferral. Staff recommendation is to grant a senior citizen deferral upon
approval of necessary paperwork and financial information. If approved, the
deferral will be for a period of 15 years. Interest will accrue at a rate of 5 percent
during the deferral period and the assessment will become due with accumulated
interest at the end of the deferral period.
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6.Parcel 252922410048 –Ronald E. Betzold, 2687 7Street East. It is currently
proposed that the property be assessed for 1 unit at the full reconstruction
assessment rate of $6,600. Mr. Betzold is requesting a senior citizen deferral.
Staff recommendation is to grant a senior citizen deferral upon approval of
necessary paperwork and financial information. If approved,the deferral will be
for a period of 15 years. Interest will accrue at a rate of 5 percent during the
deferral period and the assessment will become due with accumulated interest at
the end of the deferral period.
CITY PROJECT 17-19
1.Parcel 122822230320–William J. Mathison, 2352 Dorland Lane East. It is
currently proposed that the property be assessed for 0.5 units at the Townhome
assessment rate for a total amount of $673.17. Mr. Mathison is requesting a
senior citizen deferral.
Staff recommendation is to grant a senior citizen deferral upon approval of necessary
paperwork and financial information. If approved, the deferral will be for a period of 15
years. Interest will accrue at a rate of 5 percent during the deferral period and the
assessment will become due with accumulated interest at the end of the deferral period.
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
9.Purchase of One Tandem Axle Plow Truck
CouncilmemberXiong moved to approve the purchase of one tandem axle plow truck
and direct the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract with Nuss Truck and
Equipment for the purchase under MN State Contract #126649 in the amount of
$126,984.00 and a contract withTowmaster Truck Equipment under the MN State
Contract #144750 in the amount of $158,816.00.
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
10.Hillwood-Crestview Area Improvements, City Project 16-13
CouncilmemberXiong moved to approve the resolution Directing Modification of Existing
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Construction Contract, Change Order No. 2, City Project 16-13 and authorize the Mayor
and City Manager to sign Change Order No. 2.
Resolution 18-11-1621
Directing Modification of Existing Construction Contract,
Project16-13, Change Order No. 2
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered
the Hillwood-Crestview Improvement Project, City Project 16-13, and has let a
constructioncontract pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, and
WHEREAS, it is now necessary and expedient that said contract be modified
and designated as Hillwood-Crestview Improvement Project, City Project 16-13,
Change Order No. 2.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
MAPLEWOOD, Minnesota, that
1.The Mayor, City Manager, and City Engineer are hereby authorized and
directed to modify the existing contract by executing said Change Order No. 2
which is an increase of $7,592.28.
The revised contract amount is $936,703.79
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
CouncilmemberXiong moved to approve the resolution Directing Final Payment and
Acceptance of Project for the Hillwood-Crestview Area Improvements, City Project 16-
13.
Resolution 18-11-1622
Directing Final Payment and Acceptance of Project
Hillwood-Crestview Improvements, City Project16-13
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered
theHillwood-Crestview Improvement Project, City Project 16-13, and has let a
construction contract,and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer for the City of Maplewood has determined that the
Hillwood-Crestview Improvement Project, City Project 16-13, is complete and
recommends acceptance of theproject.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
MAPLEWOOD,Minnesota, that
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City Project 16-13is complete and maintenance of the improvements are accepted by
the City; the final construction cost is $936,703.79. Final payment to T.A. Schifsky and
Sons, Inc. and the release of any retainage or escrow is hereby authorized.
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
11.Resolution Directing Final Payment and Acceptance of Project, Londin-
Highpoint Area Improvements, City Project 17-19
CouncilmemberXiong moved to approve the resolution Directing Final Payment and
Acceptance of Project for the Londin-Highpoint Area Improvements, City Project
17-19.
Resolution 18-11-1623
Directing Final Payment and Acceptance of Project
Londin-Highpoint Area Improvements, City Project17-19
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered
theLondin-Highpoint Area Improvements, City Project 17-19, and has let a construction
contract,and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer for the City of Maplewood has determined that the
Londin-Highpoint Area Improvements, City Project 17-19, is complete and recommends
acceptance of theproject.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
MAPLEWOOD,Minnesota, that
City Project 17-19is complete and maintenance of the improvements are accepted by
the City; the final construction cost is $680,252.86. Final payment to Park Construction
Company and the release of any retainage or escrow is hereby authorized.
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
12.Gladstone Phase 2 Improvements, City Project 14-01
CouncilmemberXiong moved to approve the resolution Directing Modification of Existing
Construction Contract, Change Order No. 1, CityProject 14-01 and authorize the Mayor
and City Manager to sign Change Order No. 1.
Resolution 18-11-1624
Directing Modification of Existing Construction Contract,
Project14-01, Change Order No. 1
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WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered
theGladstone Phase 2 Improvement Project, City Project 14-01, and has let a
constructioncontract, and
WHEREAS, it is now necessary and expedient that said contract be modified
anddesignated as Gladstone Phase 2 Improvement Project, City Project 14-01,
Change OrderNo. 1.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
MAPLEWOOD,Minnesota, that
2.The Mayor, City Manager,and City Engineer are hereby authorized and
directed to modify theexisting contract by executing said Change Order No. 1
which is an increase of$8,750.91.
The revised contract amount is $2,392,044.51
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
CouncilmemberXiong moved to approve the resolution Directing Final Payment and
Acceptance of Project for the Gladstone Phase 2 Street Improvements, City Project 14-01.
Resolution 18-11-1625
Directing Final Payment and Acceptance of Project
Gladstone Phase 2 Improvements, City Project14-01
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered
theGladstone Phase 2 Improvement Project, City Project 14-01, and has let a
construction contract,and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer for the City of Maplewood has determined that the
Gladstone Phase 2 Improvement Project, City Project 14-01, is complete and
recommends acceptance of theproject.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
MAPLEWOOD,Minnesota, that
City Project 14-01 is complete and maintenance of the improvements are accepted by
the City; the final construction cost is $2,392,044.51. Final payment to Park Construction
Company and the release of any retainage or escrow is hereby authorized.
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
H.PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
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I.UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None
J.NEW BUSINESS
1.Canvassing the Municipal Results of the November 6, 2018 General Election
City Manager Coleman introduced the report. City Clerk Sindt reviewed the results of
the Election. Joe Mansky, Election Manager with Ramsey County addressed the council
to give additional information about the election and answer questions of the council.
Due to a tie in the number of votes for councilmember candidates Marylee Abrams and
Nikki Villavicencio,a coin was tossed to determine the winner with candidate
Villavicencio prevailing.
CouncilmemberXiong moved to approve the resolution canvassing the Municipal
Results of the November 6, 2018 General Electionwith the winner of the coin toss
added to the resolution.
Resolution 18-11-1626
Canvassing Results of General Election
WHEREAS, a State General Election was held on November 6, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the ballot included two candidates for Maplewood mayor and four
candidates for two Maplewood councilmember positions; and
WHEREAS, the city council shall serve as the canvassing board, canvass the
results and declare the results of the election;
WHEREAS, the one mayoral candidate and two councilmember candidates
receiving the highest votes shall begin their four (4) year term on January 7, 2019;
WHEREAS, the result and winning candidate for any office for which two or more
candidates have received the same number of votes will be determined in the manner
provided by MN Statute 204c.34;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,that the City Council of Maplewood,
Ramsey County, Minnesota, acting as a canvassing board on November 13, 2018,
hereby declares:
1. The following results from the November 6, 2018, State General Election as
specified by the Abstract and Return of Votes Cast:
Mayoral Candidates:Councilmember Candidates:
Margaret Beherens5482Marylee Abrams 5755
Nora Slawik9475Kevin Berglund 5293
Write-In98Kathleen A. “Kathy” Juenemann6173
Nikki Villavicencio5755
Write-In174
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2.The mayoral candidate who received the highest number of votes in the
General Election is Nora Slawik.
3.The councilmember candidate who received the highest number of votes is
Kathleen A. “Kathy” Juenemannand the councilmember candidate to win the tie-break
coin toss is Nikki Villavicencio.
4. The clerk is hereby directed to certify the results of the election to the county
auditor.
Seconded by Councilmember JuenemannAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
2.Conditional Use Permit Resolution, Community Center, 1800 White Bear
Avenue North
City Manager Coleman introduced the staff report. Interim Environmental and Economic
Development Director/Economic Development Coordinator Martin gave the staff report.
Public Works Director Love gave additional information. Public Safety Director Nadeau
gave information aboutpublic safety. Commissioner Dahm gave the Planning
Commission report. Applicant and co-owner Touyer Moua addressed the council to give
additional informationabout the business.Maplewood resident Sue Allhiser addressed
the councilto express concerns from the neighborhood.City Attorney Batty gave
additional information on adding conditions to the conditional use permit.
CouncilmemberAbrams moved to approve the conditional use permit resolution for a
community centerto be located at 1800 White Bear Avenue North with the addition of
number 9 indicating the hours foroperation from Sunday-Thursday will close at11:00
p.m. and Friday-Saturday will close at midnight.
Resolution18-11-1627
Conditional Use Permit Resolution
WHEREAS, Touyer Moua, on behalf of Naocha Sees LLC., has applied for a
conditional use permit for a community centerwhich includes the uses of a banquet hall,
sports bar, restaurant, fitness gym and office space at 1800 White Bear Avenue North.
WHEREAS, conditional use permits are required for a community centerwithin
the City of Maplewood according to section 44-1092.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to the site at 1800 White Bear Avenue North.
The legal description is:
Tract B, Registered Land Survey Number 587, Ramsey County, Minnesota.
PID 14-29-22-33-0026
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit revision is as follows:
1.On October 16, 2018, the planning commission held a public hearing.
The city staff published a hearingnotice in the Maplewood Review and
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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 13, 2018, 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 approvethe 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 orcause 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 notcreate 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.The applicant must submit for staff approval a plan for traffic control
during large banquet events.
2.The applicant must submit to staff a copy of the executed parking lease
agreement between 1800 White Bear Avenue and 1762 White Bear
Avenue.
3.Prior to issuance of a building permit the applicant must:
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a.Submit a landscape plan which shows three additional trees and a
shrub planting bed on the intersection of White Bear Avenue and
RipleyAvenue.
b.Submit trash and recycling dumpster screening plan.
c.The applicant shall comply with all the requirements set forth in
the engineering report dated September 18, 2018 by Tyler Strong,
Civil Engineer I.
d.The applicant shall comply with all requirements set forth in the
building report dated September 19, 2018 by Jason Brash,
Building Official.
4.Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy the applicant must:
a.Restripe the parking lot.
b.Clear the site of all debris.
c.Construct trash and dumpster enclosure
d.Comply with conditions outlined by Molly Wellens, Environmental
Health Officer as follows:
1)The applicant must go through the plan review process
and pay all associated fees.
2)The applicant must obtain a food license to open, and
must maintain the license annually.
e. The applicant is required to obtain all applicablelicenses for
alcohol and food from the city and must maintain these licenses
annually.
5.Any exterior site improvements in the future would be subject to the city’s
design review process. This site is regulated under the mixed use zoning
district which has specific design standards and landscaping
requirements.
6.This permit only allows for a banquet hall, sports bar, restaurant, fitness
gym and office space at the site. Any additional uses would require city
review and approval.
7.All signs require a separate sign permit and must meet city code
requirements.
8.The city council shall review this permit in one year.
9. All uses within the building shall be closed for operation no later than 11
p.m. on Sunday through Thursday and 12 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Seconded by Councilmember JuenemannAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
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Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
3.Resolution Authorizing Submittal to the Metropolitan Council, 2040
Comprehensive Plan
City Manager Coleman introduced the staff report. Interim Environmental and Economic
Development Director/Economic Development Coordinator Martin gave the staff report.
CouncilmemberJuenemann moved to approve the resolution authorizing submittal of
Maplewood’s Draft 2040 Comprehensive Plan to the Metropolitan Council for its formal
review.
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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF
MAPLEWOOD’S DRAFT 2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
TO THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes section 473.864 requires each local
governmental unit to review and, if necessary, amend its entire comprehensive plan and
its fiscal devices and official controls at least once every ten years to ensure its
comprehensive plan conforms to metropolitan system plans and ensure its fiscal devices
and official controls do not conflict with the comprehensive plan or permit activities that
conflict with metropolitan system plans; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes sections 473.858 and 473.864 require local
governmental units to complete their “decennial” reviews by December 31, 2018; and
WHEREAS, the City Council, Planning Commission, and the City Staff have
prepared a proposed Comprehensive Plan intended to meet the requirements of the
Metropolitan Land Planning Act and Metropolitan Council guidelines and procedures;
and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 473.858, the proposed
Comprehensive Plan was submitted to adjacent governmental units and affected special
districts and school districts for review and comment on April 13, 2018, and the statutory
six-month review and comment period has elapsed; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has considered the proposed
Comprehensive Plan and all public comments, and thereafter submitted its
recommendations to this Council; and
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood conducted public hearings on March 20,
2018 and October 16, 2018 relative to the adoption of the proposed Comprehensive
Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed the proposed Comprehensive Plan
and those recommendations, public comments, and comments from adjacent
jurisdictions and affected districts; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes section 473.858 requires a local governmental
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unit to submit its proposed comprehensive plan to the Metropolitan Council following
recommendation by the planning commission and after consideration but before final
approval by the governing body of the local governmental unit; and
WHEREAS, based on its review of the proposed Comprehensive Plan and
Planning Commission and staff recommendations, the City Council is ready to submit its
proposed plan to the Metropolitan Council for review pursuant to Minnesota Statutes
section 473.864; and
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA, AS FOLLOWS:
1.The City’s Economic Development Coordinator is directed to distribute said
Comprehensive Plan to the Metropolitan Council by December 31, 2018 pursuant to
Minnesota Statutes section 473.864.
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
4.Resolution Accepting Feasibility Study and Authorizing Preparation of Plans
and Specifications, Gladstone Phase 3 Corridor Improvements, City Project
16-18
City Manager Coleman introduced the report. Public Works Director Love gave the staff
report.
CouncilmemberJuenemann moved to approve the Resolution Accepting Feasibility
Study and Authorizing Preparation of Plans and SpecificationsforGladstone Phase 3
Corridor Improvements, City Project 16-18.
Resolution 18-11-1629
Accepting Feasibility Study and
Authorizing Preparation of Plans and Specifications
WHEREAS, pursuant to a resolution of the council adopted February 12, 2018, a
report has been prepared by the City Engineering Division with reference to the
improvement of Gladstone Phase 3 Corridor Improvements, City Project 16-18, and this
report was received by the council on November 13, 2018, and
WHEREAS, the report provides information regarding whether the proposed
project is necessary, cost-effective, and feasible,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
1.TheCity Council accepts the Gladstone Phase 3 Corridor Improvements, City
Project 17-18 in accordance with the feasibility study for which the
improvement has an estimated total cost of $5,249,000.
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2.Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., is the designated project engineer for this
improvement and is hereby directed to prepare final plans and specifications
for the making of said improvement. The Mayor and City Manager are
hereby authorized to sign the design services contract proposal with Kimley-
Horn and Associates, Inc.
3.The Finance Director is hereby authorized to make the financial transfers
necessary for the preparation of plans and specifications. A proposed budget
of $5,249,000 shall be established. Theproposed financing plan is as
follows:
Funding SourceAmount
Bonds GO Improvement$1,191,000
City of St. Paul Water Department$897,000
Environmental Utility Fund$595,000
Sanitary Sewer Fund$298,000
St. Paul W.A.C. Fund$200,000
Ramsey-Washington Metor Watershed District Funds$1,068,000
MnDOT Local Road Improvement Grant$1,000,000
Total$5,249,000
4.Such improvements is hereby ordered as proposed.
Seconded by Councilmember AbramsAyes–Mayor Slawik, Council
Members Abrams,
Juenemann and Xiong
The motion passed.
K.ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Slawikadjourned the meeting at9:19 p.m.
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