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MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M. Monday, January 10, 2022
Held Remotely Via Conference Call
Meeting No. 01-22
A. CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the City Council was held remotely via conference call and was called to order at
7:05 p.m. by Mayor Abrams.
Mayor Abrams reported on attending the special meeting of the Regional Council of Mayors
regarding the increased criminal activity and accountability in the community and metro area.
Chief Bierdeman also reflected on the crime rate and the court’s component. Chief
Bierdeman then shared an update on the Best Buy looting incident in November.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. ROLL CALL
Marylee Abrams, Mayor Present
Rebecca Cave, Councilmember Present
Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember Present
William Knutson, Councilmember Present
Nikki Villavicencio, Councilmember Present
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The following items were added to Council Presentations:
St. John’s Hospital Interview
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the agenda as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. December 13, 2021 City Council Meeting Minutes
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the December 13, 2021 City Council Meeting
Minutes as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
2. December 20, 2021 City Council Special Meeting Minutes
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the December 20, 2021 City Council Special
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Meeting Minutes as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Villavicencio Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
F. APPOINTMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
1. Administrative Presentations
a. Council Calendar Update
City Manager Coleman gave an update to the council calendar and reviewed other topics of
concern or interest requested by councilmembers.
2. Council Presentations
St. John’s Hospital Interview
Councilmember Knutson gave an update on the St. Paul Chamber interview with the Site
Administrator of St. John’s Hospital. The focus of the interview was on workforce, Covid,
ambulance services and future development in becoming a regional hospital.
3. Resolution for Commissioner Reappointments
City Manager Coleman gave the staff report.
Councilmember Knutson moved to approve the resolution for Commissioner Reappointments.
Resolution 22-01-2024
BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
Hereby appoints the following individual, who the Maplewood City Council has reviewed, to be
reappointed to the following commission:
Planning Commission
John Eads Term expires 12/31/2024
Allan Ige Term expires 12/31/2024
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
4. 2022 City Council Appointments to Boards, Commissions and Miscellaneous
Groups
City Manager Coleman gave the staff report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the 2022 City Council appointments to boards,
commissions and miscellaneous groups.
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Acting Mayor* Councilmember Cave
*Rotation of acting mayors: 2015 Abrams, 2016 Xiong, 2017 Juenemann, 2018 Smith, 2019 Juenemann
(normal rotation interrupted by appointments),2020 Knutson, 2021 Juenemann
Acting Mayor Pro Tem Councilmember Villavicencio
Auditor Contact Mayor Abrams
Councilmember Juenemann
Community Design Review Board Councilmember Knutson
Mike Martin (Staff Liaison)
Data Compliance Officers:
Responsible Authority Andrea Sindt
City Personnel Officer Terrie Rameaux
City Law Enforcement Officer Brian Bierdeman
Development Committee** Mayor Abrams
Councilmember Juenemann
**Rotate councilmember to join mayor to work with City Manager on annual performance evaluation:
2016 Abrams, 2017 Juenemann, 2018 Xiong, 2019 Smith, 2020 Knutson, 2021 Knutson
Environment & Natural Resources Councilmember Juenemann
Commission Shann Finwall (Staff Liaison)
Gold Line Partners - CMC Councilmember Cave
(fka Gateway Corridor Commission) Mayor Abrams (Alternate)
Gold Line BRT – PAC Councilmember Cave
Steve Love (Alternate)
Heading Home Ramsey Mayor Abrams
(through RCLLG) Councilmember Juenemann (Alternate)
Heritage Preservation Commission Councilmember Villavicencio
Joe Sheeran (Staff Liaison)
Housing & Economic Development Councilmember Knutson
Commission Mike Martin (Staff Liaison)
Maplewood Communications Mayor Abrams
Councilmember Knutson (Alternate)
Maplewood Green Team Councilmember Juenemann
Shann Finwall (Staff Liaison)
Official Newspaper Pioneer Press
Parks & Recreation Commission Councilmember Villavicencio
Audra Robbins (Staff Liaison)
Planning Commission Councilmember Knutson
Mike Martin (Staff Liaison)
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Purple Line Corridor - CMC Councilmember Villavicencio
Councilmember Cave (Alternate)
Ramsey County Dispatch Councilmember Juenemann
Policy Committee Mayor Abrams (Alternate)
Ramsey County League of Mayor Abrams
of Local Governments Councilmember Villavicencio (Alternate)
Regional Mayors Mayor Abrams
Rice/Larpenteur Project Mayor Abrams
Councilmember Cave (Alternate)
Shann Finwall (Staff Liaison)
Rush Line Corridor Councilmember Cave
Mayor Abrams (Alternate)
Melinda Coleman (Staff Liaison)
St. Paul Regional Water Services Mayor Abrams
Board of Water Commissioners Melinda Coleman (Alternate)
Suburban Area Chamber of Commerce Melinda Coleman
Mayor Abrams (Representative)
Councilmember Knutson (Representative)
Suburban Rate Authority Steve Love
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
5. Fix It Launch Update
Public Works Director Love gave the presentation.
No Action Required.
G. CONSENT AGENDA – Items on the Consent Agenda are considered routine and non-
controversial and are approved by one motion of the council. If a councilmember requests
additional information or wants to make a comment regarding an item, the vote should be held
until the questions or comments are made then the single vote should be taken. If a
councilmember objects to an item it should be removed and acted upon as a separate item.
Agenda items G4, G5, G6, & G9 were highlighted.
Councilmember Cave moved to approve agenda items G1-G9.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
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ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 683,927.92Checks # 108351 thru # 108386
dated 12/21/21
$ 705,834.43Checks # 108387 thru # 108423
dated 12/28/21
$ 66,041.71Checks # 108424 thru # 108438
dated 01/04/22
$ 1,355,794.05Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 12/13/21 thru 01/02/22
$ 2,811,598.11Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
$ 638,288.74Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 12/24/21
$ 638,288.74Total Payroll
1. Approval of Claims
$ 3,449,886.85GRAND TOTAL
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the approval of claims.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
2. Financial Report for Month Ended November 30, 2021
No Action Required.
3. Resolution Designating Depositories for City Funds
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the resolution designating depositories for city funds.
Resolution 22-01-2025
DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES FOR CITY FUNDS
BE IT RESOLVED, that the following be and hereby are selected as depositories for
deposits and investments of the City of Maplewood:
Premier Bank
Wells Fargo Bank
US Bank
4M Fund/PMA
RBC
Oppenheimer
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TD Ameritrade
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the deposits in any of the above depositories shall
not exceed the amount of F.D.I.C. insurance covering such deposit unless collateral or a bond
is furnished as additional security, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that any funds in the above depositories may be
withdrawn and electronically transferred to any other depository of the city by the request of
the finance director or his/her designee.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that these depository designations are effective until
December 31, 2022.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
4. Agreement with Axon Enterprise for Axon FLEET Squad Camera Installation and
Use on Police Vehicles
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the agreement with Axon Enterprise for Axon FLEET
Squad Camera installation and use on police vehicles.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
5. Massage Center License for Guilin Massage, LLC d/b/a Guilin Massage, 1690
McKnight Road N, Suite E
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the Massage Center license for Guilin Massage, LLC
d/b/a Guilin Massage, located at 1690 McKnight Road N, Ste E.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
6. Resolution Directing Final Payment and Acceptance of Project, Southcrest-
Ferndale Area Pavement Rehabilitation, City Project 20-09
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the resolution Directing Final Payment and
Acceptance of Project for the Southcrest-Ferndale Area Pavement Rehabilitation, City Project
20-09.
Resolution 22-01-2026
DIRECTING FINAL PAYMENT AND ACCEPTANCE OF PROJECT
SOUTHCREST-FERNDALE AREA PAVEMENT REHABILITATION,
CITY PROJECT 20-09
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered the
Southcrest-Ferndale Area Pavement Rehabilitation, City Project 20-09, and has let a
construction contract, and
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WHEREAS, the City Engineer for the City of Maplewood has determined that the
Southcrest-Ferndale Area Pavement Rehabilitation, City Project 20-09, is complete and
recommends acceptance of the project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
Minnesota, that
City Project 20-09 is complete and maintenance of the improvements are accepted by the
City; the final construction cost is $1,394,850.74. Final payment to Northwest Asphalt, Inc.
and the release of any retainage or escrow is hereby authorized.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
7. Audio/Visual Agreement for North Fire Station
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the agreement with AVI Systems Inc. for the
installation and configuration of audio/video systems within the North Fire Station.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
8. Resolution Directing Modification of Existing Construction Contract, Change
Order No. 8, No. 11, No. 13, and No. 15, North Fire Station Construction Project
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the resolution Directing Modification of the Existing
Construction Contract, Change Order No. 8, No. 11, No. 13 and Change Order No. 15, North
Fire Station Construction Project and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to sign Change
Order No. 8, No. 11, No. 13, and Change Order No. 15.
Resolution 22-01-2027
DIRECTING MODIFICATION OF EXISTING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT,
NORTH FIRE STATION CONSTRUCTION PROJECT, CHANGE ORDER NO. 8,
NO. 11, NO. 13 AND CHANGE ORDER NO. 15
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered the
construction of the North Fire Station, and has approved construction contracts related to the
project.
WHEREAS, it is now necessary and expedient that said contract be modified and
designated as North Fire Station Construction Project, Change Order No. 8, No. 11, No. 13
and Change Order No. 15.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
Minnesota, that
1. The Mayor, City Manager, and Fire and EMS Chief are hereby authorized and
directed to modify the existing contract by executing said Change Order No. 8
which is an increase of $875.
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The revised contract amount for Work Scope 08-A Twin Cities Hardware is
$123,650.
2. The Mayor, City Manager, and Fire and EMS Chief are hereby authorized and
directed to modify the existing contract by executing said Change Order No. 11
which is an increase of $3,585.75.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 03-M Ebert Inc. is $896,441.61.
3. The Mayor, City Manager, and Fire and EMS Chief are hereby authorized and
directed to modify the existing contract by executing said Change Order No. 13
which is an increase of $7,393.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 26A-Electrical Production Services
is $905,650.
4. The Mayor, City Manager, and Fire and EMS Chief are hereby authorized and
directed to modify the existing contract by executing said Change Order No. 15
which is an increase of $2986.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 22-A-Northern Air Corporation is
$475,666.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
9. Resolution to Accept Donation from Schmelz Countryside Volkswagen
Councilmember Cave moved to approve resolution accepting the donation made by Schmelz
Countryside Volkswagen.
Resolution 22-01-2028
EXPRESSING ACCEPTANCE OF AND APPRECIATION OF
A DONATION TO THE MAPLEWOOD PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, Schmelz Countryside has presented to the Maplewood Public Safety
Department a donation in the amount of $2,000.00; and
WHEREAS, this donation is intended for the purpose to benefit the Department; and
WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council is appreciative of the donation and
commends Jonathan Schmelz, Jennifer Schmelz, and Schmelz Countryside Volkswagen for
their civic efforts,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of
Maplewood, Minnesota, that:
1. The donation is accepted and acknowledged with gratitude; and
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2. The donation will be appropriated for the Public Safety Department as designated;
and
3. The appropriate budget adjustments be made.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS – If you are here for a Public Hearing please familiarize yourself with the
Rules of Civility printed on the back of the agenda. Sign in with the City Clerk before
addressing the council. At the podium please state your name and address clearly for the
record. All comments/questions shall be posed to the Mayor and Council. The Mayor will then
direct staff, as appropriate, to answer questions or respond to comments.
None
otion passed
I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None
J. NEW BUSINESS
1. MnDOT Cooperative Construction Agreement, Trunk Highway 36 Improvements,
City Project 20-17
Public Works Director Love gave the staff report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Cooperative Construction Agreement,
MnDOT Contract No: 1048553, with MnDOT and direct the Mayor and City Manager to sign
the agreement. Minor revisions as approved by the City Attorney are authorized as needed.
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
2. Metropolitan Council Joint Powers and Cooperative Construction Agreement for
the Gold Line Bus Rapid Transit Project, City Project 14-05
Public Works Director Love gave the staff report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Joint Powers and Cooperative
Construction Agreement, Metropolitan Council No: 21I056, with the Metropolitan Council and
direct the Mayor and City Manager to sign the agreement. Minor revisions as approved by the
City Attorney are authorized as needed.
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
3. Erskine Wood Floors, 2728 Geranium Avenue East, Conditional Use Permit
Amendment Resolution
Community Development Director Thomson gave the staff report. Todd Erskine, of Erskine
Wood Floors Inc., addressed the council and provided additional information.
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Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve a conditional use permit amendment
resolution to allow indoor storage and outdoor storage in a BC (business commercial) zoning
district, located at 2728 Geranium Avenue East.
Resolution 22-01-2029
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as
follows:
Section 1. Background.
1.01 Todd Erskine, of Erskine Wood Floors, has requested approval of a conditional
use permit amendment.
1.02 The property is located at 2728 Geranium Avenue East and is legally described
as:
Lots 10, 11, 12, 13, and 14, Block 5, Midvale Acres No. 2, according to the plat on
file in the Office of the County Recorder, Ramsey County, Minnesota;
EXCEPT:
That part of Lots 12, 13, and 14, Block 5, Midvale Acres No.2, according to the
plat on file in the office of the County Recorder, Ramsey County, Minnesota,
described as follows:
Commencing at the northeast corner of said Block 5, thence South 00 degrees
04 minutes 14 seconds West, assumed bearing, along the east line of said Block
5 a distance of 226.80 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 89 degrees 55
minutes 46 seconds West 134.67 feet; thence South 48 degrees 10 minutes 15
seconds West 94.63 feet to the southwesterly line of said Lot 14; thence South
33 degrees 56 minutes 06 seconds East along said southwesterly line 145.00 feet
to the southwesterly comer of said Lot 14; thence North 56 degrees 03 minutes 54
seconds East along the southeasterly line of said Block 5 a distance of 149.59
feet (recorded as 150 feet) to the southeasterly corner of said Block 5; thence
North 00 degrees 04 minutes 14 seconds East along said east line of
Block 5 a distance of 99.74 feet to the point of beginning.
Section 2. Standards.
2.01 General Conditional Use Permit Standards. City Ordinance Section 44-1097(a)
states that the City Council must base approval of a conditional use permit on the
following nine standards for approval.
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.
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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.
Section 3. Findings.
3.01 The proposal meets the specific conditional use permit standards.
Section 4. City Review Process
4.01 The City conducted the following review when considering the conditional use
permit for a planned unit development amendment request.
1. On December 21, 2021, the Planning Commission held a public hearing. City
staff published a hearing notice in the Pioneer Press 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 this resolution.
2. On January 10, 2022, the City Council discussed this resolution. They
considered reports and recommendations from the Planning Commission and
City staff.
Section 5. City Council
5.01 The City Council hereby approves the resolution. Approval is based on the
findings outlined in section 3 of this resolution. Approval is subject to the following
conditions: (additions are underlined and deletions are crossed out):
1. The proposed use must be substantially started within one year of council
approval or the permit shall become null and void. The Council may extend
this deadline for one year.
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2. The City Council shall review this permit in one year.
3. The applicant shall submit a 15-day minor construction review application for
the conversion of the north garage to a two-bay loading dock.
4. The applicant shall submit to the City for staff approval agreements between
the owners of 2728 Geranium Avenue East and 2719 Stillwater Road for
access, parking and use of the trash enclosure.
5. The applicant shall comply with the requirements of the City’s Building
Official, Assistant Fire Chief and City Engineer.
6. At least seven arborvitaes trees shall be planted between the parking lot and
the shared property line with 2700 Geranium Avenue East while also
preserving the existing trees in this area.
7. All areas of the parking lot that have deteriorated shall be fixed in order to
meet the city’s hard surface parking requirements.
8. All outside activity shall adhere to the City’s noise ordinance requirements
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
4. Ridge Periodontics, 3033 Hazelwood Street North
a. Conditional Use Permit Resolution
b. Design Review Resolution
Community Development Thomson gave the staff report. Bob Shaffer with Foundation
Architects addressed the council and provided further information.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the conditional use permit resolution for a
proposed dental clinic at 3033 Hazelwood Street North, subject to certain conditions of
approval.
Resolution 22-01-2030
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as
follows:
Section 1. Background.
1.01 Foundation Architects, on behalf of the Ridge Periodontics and Dental Implants,
has requested approval of a conditional use permit to operate a dental clinic on
the property.
1.02 The property is located at 3033 Hazelwood Street North and is legally described
as: Lot 1, Block 1, Maekloth Addition, Ramsey County, Minnesota
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PIN: 032922210119
1.03 City Ordinance Section 44-637(a) (b) requires a Conditional Use Permit for any
building erected, altered or conducted within 350 feet of a residential district.
Section 2. Standards.
2.01 General Conditional Use Permit Standards. City Ordinance Section 44-1097(a)
states that the City Council must base approval of a Conditional Use Permit on
the following nine standards for approval.
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.
Section 3. Findings.
3.01 The proposal meets the specific Conditional Use Permit standards.
Section 4. City Review Process.
4.01 The City conducted the following review when considering this conditional use
permit request.
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1. On December 21, 2021, the Planning Commission held a public hearing. City
staff published a hearing notice in the Pioneer Press 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 approves this resolution.
2. On January 10, 2022, the City Council discussed this resolution. They
considered reports and recommendations from the planning commission and
City staff.
Section 5. City Council.
5.01 The City Council hereby approves the resolution. Approval is based on the
findings outlined in section 3 of this resolution. Approval is subject to the following
conditions:
1. The proposed construction must be substantially started within one year of
council approval or the permit shall become null and void.
2. The city council shall review this permit in one year.
3. The applicant shall meet the conditions outlined in the design review
resolution.
4. All work shall follow the approved plans. City staff may approve minor
changes.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes – All, via roll call
The motion passed.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the design review resolution for a proposed
dental clinic to be constructed at 3033 Hazelwood Street North, subject to certain conditions of
approval.
Resolution 22-01-2031
DESIGN REVIEW RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as follows:
Section 1. Background.
1.01 Foundation Architects, on behalf of the Ridge Periodontics and Dental Implants,
has requested design review approval to construct a dental clinic on the property.
1.02 The property is located at 3033 Hazelwood Street North and is legally described
as: Lot 1, Block 1, Maekloth Addition, Ramsey County, Minnesota
PIN: 032922210119
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1.03 On December 21, 2021, the community design review board reviewed this
request. The applicant was provided the opportunity to present information to the
community design review board. The community design review board considered
all of the comments received and the staff report, which are incorporated by
reference into this resolution.
Section 2. Standards.
2.01 City ordinance Section 2-290(b) requires that the community design review board
make the following findings to approve plans:
1. That the design and location of the proposed development and its relationship
to neighboring, existing or proposed developments and traffic is such that it
will not impair the desirability of investment or occupation in the neighborhood;
that it will not unreasonably interfere with the use and enjoyment of
neighboring, existing or proposed developments; and that it will not create
traffic hazards or congestion.
2. That the design and location of the proposed development are in keeping with
the character of the surrounding neighborhood and are not detrimental to the
harmonious, orderly and attractive development contemplated by this article
and the city's comprehensive municipal plan.
3. That the design and location of the proposed development would provide a
desirable environment for its occupants, as well as for its neighbors, and that it
is aesthetically of good composition, materials, textures and colors.
Section 3. Findings.
3.01 The proposal meets the specific findings for design review approval.
Section 4. City Council.
4.01 The City Council hereby approves the resolution. Approval is based on the
findings outlined in section 3 of this resolution. Approval is subject to the following
conditions:
1. Repeat this review again in two years if the city has not issued a building
permit.
2. The applicant shall meet the requirements set forth in the report by the
Assistant City Engineer, Jon Jarosch, dated December 2, 2021.
3. The applicant shall meet the requirements set forth in the report by the
Environmental Planner, Shann Finwall, and the Natural Resources
Coordinator, Carole Gernes, dated December 10, 2021. The applicant shall
work with staff to replace some of the landscaping details on the landscape
plan, per staff’s recommendations.
4. All requirements of the Fire Code and Building Code must be achieved.
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5. All mechanical equipment and trash receptacles shall be screened from view
of all nearby residential properties, per city ordinance standards.
6. The applicant shall provide additional screening along the southern edge of
the parking lot. The screening can consist of fencing or landscaping. Given the
existing easements, the applicant will work with the pipeline and power
company to determine the best type of screening at this location. The
applicant will provide a plan to the city for review detailing the proposed
screening. The plan may be approved by staff.
7. The applicant shall restore any public right-of-way, adjacent property or
property irons disturbed by the construction.
8. A cash escrow or an irrevocable letter of credit for all required exterior
improvements. The amount shall be 150 percent of the cost of the work.
9. Written documentation from all easement holders affecting this site indicating
approval of the plans for the planned improvements.
10. The applicant shall complete the following before occupying the building:
a. Replace any property irons removed because of this construction.
b. Provide continuous concrete curb and gutter around the parking lot and
driveways.
c. Install all required landscaping and an in-ground lawn irrigation system for
all landscaped areas.
11. If any required work is not done, the city may allow temporary occupancy if:
a. The city determines that the work is not essential to the public health,
safety or welfare.
b. The above-required letter of credit or cash escrow is held by the City of
Maplewood for all required exterior improvements. The owner or
contractor shall complete any unfinished exterior improvements by June 1
of the following year if occupancy of the building is in the fall or winter or
within six weeks of occupancy of the building if occupancy is in the spring
or summer.
12. The proposed building is permitted to be built within 50 feet of the existing
pipeline on the site. The site has unique characteristics and challenges that
justify approval of a revised pipeline setback.
13. Comply with all city ordinance requirements for signage, trash enclosures and
parking.
14. All work shall follow the approved plans. City staff may approve minor
changes.
15. The applicant shall submit color and building material samples to staff for
approval prior to any permits being issued.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes – All, via roll call
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The motion passed.
K. AWARD OF BIDS
None
L. ADJOURNMENT
Each councilmember shared thoughts on current events.
Mayor Abrams adjourned the meeting at 9:08 p.m.
Andrea Sindt, City Clerk
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