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MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M. Monday, January 28, 2019
City Hall, Council Chambers
Meeting No. 02-19
A. CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the City Council was held in the City Hall Council Chambers and was called
to order at 7:12 p.m. by Mayor Abrams.
Mayor Abrams reported on recent articles in the Pioneer Press on Maplewood.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. ROLL CALL
Marylee Abrams, Mayor Present
Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember Present
Bryan Smith, Councilmember Present
Councilmember Vacant
Councilmember Vacant
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The following items were added to the agenda under Appointments and Presentations,
Council Presentations:
Recycle Your Holidays
Metro Livable Communities Grant
Public Works Thanks
North End Study
Councilmember Smith moved to approve the agenda as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of January 14, 2019 City Council Workshop Minutes
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the January 14, 2019 City Council
Workshop Minutes as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Approval of January 14, 2019 City Council Meeting Minutes
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Councilmember Smith moved to approve the January 14, 2019 City Council Meeting
Minutes as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
F. APPOINTMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
1. Administrative Presentations
a. Council Calendar Update
City Manager Coleman gave an overview of the process to fill the council vacant
positions; an 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
Recycle Your Holidays
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Councilmember Juenemann reported recycling holiday lights will end January 31.
Metro Livable Communities Grant
Councilmember Juenemann reported that through Ramsey County Metro Livable
Communities Act a grant was given to the redevelopment of Emma Norton’s Place in
Maplewood.
Public Works Thanks
Councilmember Smith thanked public works for the good job they did with snow removal
during the last snow fall.
Councilmember Juenemann reminded residents to clear snow away from fire hydrants if
they have one in their front yard or at the end of the their block.
North End Study
Mayor Abrams gave a recap on the North End Study group that met the previous week.
3. Presentation on 2018 Strategic Plan Year in Review
City Manager Coleman introduced the report. Administrative Services/Performance
Measurement Coordinator Knutson addressed the council to give the report and answer
questions of the council. Assistant City Manager/HR Director Funk gave additional
information.
G. CONSENT AGENDA
Agenda item G5 was highlighted.
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Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve agenda items G1-G6.
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
1. Approval of Claims
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the approval of claims.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 290,119.31 Checks #103041 thru #103079
dated 01/15/19
$ 357,892.32 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 01/07/19 thru 01/11/19
$ 180,056.52 Checks # 103080 thru #103117
dated 01/15/19 thru 01/22/19
$ 635,417.69 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 01/14/19 thru 01/18/19
$ 1,463,485.84 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
$ 590,060.80 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 01/11/19
$ 2,698.88 Payroll Deduction check # 99103599 thru # 99103602 dated 01/11/19
$ 592,759.68 Total Payroll
$ 2,056,245.52 GRAND TOTAL
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. 2019 Master Group Contract for Medica Insurance Company
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the 2019 Master Group Contract for
Medica Insurance Company.
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
3. Resolution for 2019 and 2020 Pay Rates for Non-Union, Non-Contract
Employees
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Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the resolution for 2019 and 2020 Pay
Rates for Non-Union, Non-Contract Employees.
Resolution 19-01-1652
Resolution Approving General Wage Adjustments for Non-Union,
Non-Contract City Employees for 2019 and 2020
WHEREAS, The City’s past practice is to offer consistent and equitable general
wage adjustments across the organization by providing non-union, non-contract
positions the same escalations as it does with the City’s collective bargaining groups;
and,
WHEREAS, For 2019 and 2020, union employees belonging to LELS, Police
Sergeants and LELS, Police Officers received the following general wage adjustments in
new collective bargaining agreements; and tentative agreement has been reached with
AFSCME, MSA, and MCSA for:
• 3.0% on January 1, 2019
• 3.0% on January 1, 2020
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Public Safety Director, Finance
Director, and any other full-time non-union, non-contract employee receive general wage
adjustments of 3.0% on January 1, 2019 and 3.0% on January 1, 2020; and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, this resolution shall supersede any previous
resolution setting pay rates for these pay classifications.
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
4. Trash and Organics Collection Contract for City Facilities
Councilmember Juenemann moved to authorize the City Manager to enter into an
agreement with Republic Services for 2019 trash and organics collection at City facilities.
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
5. Conditional Use Permit Resolution, Used Auto Sales, 1955 County Road D
East
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the conditional use permit resolution for
a used auto sales dealership at 1955 County Road D East.
Resolution 19-01-1653
Conditional Use Permit Resolution
WHEREAS, Joshua Burrs, on behalf of The Car Buying Center, has applied for a
conditional use permit for a used auto sales dealership at 1955 County Road D East.
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WHEREAS, conditional use permits are required for the sale of used motor
vehicles within the City of Maplewood according to section 44-512.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to the site at 1955 County Road D East. The
legal description is:
That part of Lot 1, Block 3, Viking Development Addition, according to the
recorded plat thereof described as follows: Commencing at the southeast corner
of said Lot 1; thence on an assumed bearing of West, along the south line of said
Lot 1, a distance of 145.00 feet to the point of beginning of the land to be
described; thence continuing west, along said south line, a distance of 140.00
feet; thence on a bearing of North a distance of 236.91 feet; to the north line of
said Lot 1; thence South 82 degrees 57 minutes 00 secounds East, along said
north line, a distance of 141.07 feet, to the intersection with a line bearing North
from the point of beginning; thence on a bearing of South a distance of 219.59
feet, to the point of beginning. Ramsey County, Minnesota.
PID 35-30-22-34-0015
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit revision is as follows:
1. On January 15, 2019, 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 revision.
2. On January 28, 2019, 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.
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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. Any exterior improvements would require city review for design approval.
2. The applicant shall comply with all requirements set forth in the building
report dated January 7, 2019 by Jason Brash, Building Official.
3. The applicant shall not display vehicles in the parking spaces directly in
front of the building – on east side of building – nor in designated
customer and employee parking spaces. Vehicles on display are
restricted to the east and north sides of the building.
4. The dealership shall only park vehicles on designated paved surfaces.
5. Prior to issuance of a building permit the applicant must submit a detailed
photometric plan to staff if there would be any new site lights installed.
The plan should comply with city lighting code.
6. Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy the applicant must:
1) Restripe the parking lot.
2) Clear the site of all trash and debris.
3) Construct trash and dumpster enclosure subject to city code
requirement, unless trash dumpsters are stored indoors.
4) Work with the Police Department to create an anti-theft
environment.
7. The applicant shall not undertake any auto repair works on the site except
for minor detailing work to prepare cars for sale.
8. All signs require a separate sign permit and must meet city code
requirements.
9. The city council shall review this permit in one year.
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
6. Local Lawful Gambling Permit for We Can Ride, Inc. at Keller Golf Course,
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2166 Maplewood Drive
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Local Lawful Gambling permit for We
Can Ride, Inc. for their event on March 10, 2019 at 2166 Maplewood Drive.
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None
J. NEW BUSINESS
1. Ordinance Amending Chapter 14, Article VI-Food and Food Handlers
City Manager Coleman introduced the report. Health Officer Wellens addressed the
council to give the report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the ordinance amending Chapter 14,
Article VI-Food and Food Handlers, Division 2 Pertaining to the State Health Rules and
Fees.
Ordinance No. 999
An Ordinance Amending the Maplewood City Code, Chapter 14, Article VI. - Food and
Food Handlers, Division 2 Pertaining to the State Health Rules and Fees
The Maplewood City Council approves the following changes to the Maplewood Code of
Ordinances:
Section 1. Chapter 14, Article VI, Section 14-318 is hereby amended to read as follows:
Sec. 14-318. - State health rules adopted.
Food, Beverage, and Lodging Establishments, as defined in and governed by
Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 157, Minnesota Rules, parts 4626.0010 to 4626.1855,
except as below; MDH retains exclusive authority for the following areas: B. Certification
of food protection managers under Minnesota Statutes, Section 157.16, Subd.2(a) and
Minnesota Rules, part 4626.0033, Subparts G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N and O. Said statutes and
rules are hereby modified by deleting the terms "board" and "commissioner" and
substituting the term "environmental health official" in place thereof, or other successor
designated or authorized by the city council.
Section 2. Chapter 14, Article VI, Section 14-343, subdivision (a) is hereby amended to
read as follows:
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Sec. 14-343. - Fees.
(a) The fees for the various licenses under this subdivision shall be set in accordance
with a fee schedule adopted by City Council.
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. 2019-2020 Collective Bargaining Agreement with MCSA
City Manager Coleman introduced the staff report. Assistant City Manager/HR Director
Funk gave the report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the 2019 and 2020 Collective Bargaining
Agreements between the City of Maplewood and Maplewood Confidential & Supervisory
Group (MCSA); and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute said contract on
behalf of the City.
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
3. Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit Oriented Development Plan
City Manager Coleman introduced the presentation. Environmental Planner Finwall
gave additional information about the presentation. Sara Allen with Washington County
addressed the council to give information about the project. Don Arambula and Jason
Graf with Crandall Arambula addressed the council to give presentation.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit
Oriented Development Plan.
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
4. Appeal of Sign Permit Denial, Maple Pond Homes, 1854 Beebe Road North
City Manager Coleman introduced the report. Economic Development Coordinator
Martin gave additional information to the council. Eric Stang with Imaginality Designs
addressed the council to give additional information about the sign.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to deny the appeal of a sign permit denial for a sign
proposed at 1854 Beebe Road North with conditions that the sign permit and sign
variance be paid and not the penalty.
Seconded by Councilmember Smith Ayes – All
The motion passed.
5. Professional Service Agreements for City Consultant Services
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City Manager Coleman gave the report. Public Works Director Love gave additional
information.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to enter
into Professional Service Agreements for consultant services with the following
consultant firms:
SRF Consulting Group, Inc. (SRF)
Bolton & Menk, Inc. (Bolton & Menk)
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. (Kimley-Horn)
Perkins & Will
Hoisington Koegler Group, Inc. (HKGi)
Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc. (S.E.H.)
Emmons & Olivier Resources, Inc. (EOR)
LHB, Inc. (LHB)
Minor changes to the Professional Service Agreements are authorized as approved by
the City Attorney.
Seconded by Mayor Abrams Ayes – All
The motion passed.
K. AWARD OF BIDS
None
L. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Abrams adjourned the meeting at 9:22 p.m.
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