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MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M. Monday, April 11, 2022
City Hall, Council Chambers
Meeting No. 09-22
A. CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the City Council was held in the City Hall Council Chambers and was called to
order at 7:02 p.m. by Mayor Abrams.
Mayor Abrams recognized Maplewood Public Safety’s first place award at the Hero
Invitational Hockey Tournament. Mayor Abrams thanked Maplewood Public Safety for
assisting with the recent shooting in Roseville and stated Roseville Mayor Dan Roe had
expressed to her his gratitude to the department for their assistance with the incident.
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:
Spring Clean-up
Councilmember Knutson moved to approve the agenda as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. March 21, 2022 City Council Special Meeting Minutes
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the March 21, 2022 City Council Special
Meeting Minutes as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. March 28, 2022 City Council Meeting Minutes
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Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the March 28, 2022 City Council Meeting
Minutes as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes – All
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
Councilmember Juenemann reminded residents of the annual spring clean-up being held May
st
21. (No shredding and no hazardous waste)
3. Presentation of Citizen and Police Officer Lifesaving Awards
Public Safety Director Bierdeman recapped an event that took place in Maplewood and
presented the Citizen & Police Officer Lifesaving Awards to responding residents Joseph
Beard and Andy Vang, along with Officers Rae Brown, Mitch Condon, and Touyer Xiong.
No action required.
4. Resolution Proclaiming Arbor Day 2022
Natural Resources Coordinator Gernes gave the staff report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the 2022 Arbor Day Proclamation.
Resolution 22-04-2065
PROCLAIMING ARBOR DAY 2022
WHEREAS, climate change is a complex problem that impacts all Minnesotans and
our ability to thrive, and
WHEREAS, The health and longevity of Minnesota’s trees are being affected by
changing temperatures and precipitation, more extreme weather events, and increasing
pressure from pests, diseases, and invasive species, and
WHEREAS, Minnesota is at risk to lose over one billion ash trees due to emerald ash
borer, which would impact carbon storage, habitat, water movement and water quality, and
WHEREAS, trees capture carbon from the atmosphere and store it in their trunks,
roots, and the surrounding soil thereby offsetting greenhouse gas emissions, and
WHEREAS, a healthy tree canopy decreases temperatures along streets providing
cooler spaces in the summertime, and
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WHEREAS, trees reduce stormwater runoff and act as a filter, preventing sediments
and pollutants from washing into waterways, and
WHEREAS, Minnesotans can help build resilient communities and reduce the negative
impacts of climate change by planting and caring for trees One Tree at a Time.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT May 14, 2022, is hereby designated
Arbor Day in the City of Maplewood.
Further, all citizens are encouraged to celebrate Arbor Day and support efforts to
protect our trees and woodlands.
Seconded by Councilmember Villavicencio Ayes – All
The motion passed.
5. Maplewood Residential Recycling and Trash Collection Annual Review
Environmental Planner Finwall gave the presentation. Willie Tennis, Owner of Tennis
Sanitation, Angela Vaidich, city liaison with Tennis Sanitation, and Beverly Mathiasen with
Republic Services addressed the council and answered questions.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the 2021 Residential Recycling and Trash
Collection Year-End Reports and 2022 Recycling and Trash Collection Work Plans.
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All
The motion passed.
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 G2, G6, & G7 were highlighted.
Councilmember Cave moved to approve agenda items G1-G8.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
1. Approval of Claims
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the approval of claims.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
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The motion passed.
2. Resolution for a Lawful Gambling Premises Permit for Tartan Area Youth Hockey
at Johnny Kitchen & Bar Inc., 1900 County Road D E, Suite 135
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the resolution for a lawful gambling premises permit
for Tartan Area Youth Hockey to conduct gambling activities at Johnny Kitchen & Bar Inc.,
1900 County Road D E, Suite 135.
Resolution 22-04-2066
LAWFUL GAMBLING PREMISES PERMIT FOR TARTAN AREA
YOUTH HOCKEY AT JOHNNY KITCHEN & BAR INC.
WHEREAS, Tartan Area Youth Hockey has submitted an application to the City of
Maplewood requesting City approval of a Lawful Gambling Premises permit application, to be
used at Johnny Kitchen & Bar Inc., 1900 County Road D E, Suite 135, Maplewood, MN;
WHEREAS, local approval is required prior to the Gambling Control Board’s issuance of
a premises permit;
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, by the City Council of Maplewood, MN, that the premises
permit for lawful gambling is approved for Tartan Area Youth Hockey to conduct gambling
activities at Johnny Kitchen & Bar Inc., 1900 County Road D E, Suite 135, Maplewood, MN.
FURTHERMORE, that the Maplewood City Council requests that the Gambling Control
Board approve said permit application as being in compliance with Minnesota Statute
§349.213.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it further resolved that this resolution by the City Council of
Maplewood, MN, be forwarded to the Gambling Control Board for their approval.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
3. Resolution Directing Modification of Existing Construction Contract, Change
Order, No. 34, 36, 37, 38, 39 and No. 40, North Fire Station Construction Project
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the Resolution Directing Modification of the Existing
Construction Contract, Change Order No. 34, 36, 37, 38, 39 and Change Order No. 40, North
Fire Station Construction Project and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to sign Change
Order No. 34, 36, 37, 38, 39 and Change Order No. 40.
Resolution 22-04-2067
DIRECTING MODIFICATION OF EXISTING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT,
NORTH FIRE STATION CONSTRUCTION PROJECT, CHANGE ORDER
NO. 34, 36, 37, 38, 39 AND CHANGE ORDER NO. 40
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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. 34, 36, 37, 38, 39,
and Change Order No. 40.
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. 34
which will increase the project amount by $9,389.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 26-A-Electrical Production Services,
Inc., is $921,614.51.
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. 36
which will increase the project amount by $2,712.41.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 26-A-Electrical Production Services,
Inc., is $924,326.92.
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. 37
which will increase the project amount by $7,708.55.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 09-C-Twin Cities Acoustics, Inc., is
$52,984.60.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 09-K-Superior Painting & Decorating,
Inc., is $77,184.70.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 26-A-Electrical Production Services,
Inc., is $924,766.17.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 21-A-Summit Companies, Inc., is
$72,450 to $73,459.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 09-A-Mulcahy Nickolaus, LLC., is
$337,299.50.
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. 38
which will increase the project amount by $2,289.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 09-A-Mulcahy Nickolaus, LLC., is
$338,179.50.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 09-K- Work Scope 23-A-General
Sheet Metal, LLC is $1,018,792.
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The revised contract amount for Work Scope 26-A-Electrical Production Services,
Inc., is $925,302.17.
5. 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. 39
which will increase the project amount by $6,239.23.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 26-A-Electrical Production Services,
Inc., is $931,541.40.
6. 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. 40
which will increase the project amount by $5,053.66.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 09-C-Twin Cities Acoustics, Inc., is
$54,968.60.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 21-A-Summit Companies, Inc., is
$74,044.75.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 23-A-General Sheet Metal, LLC., is
$1,019,722.
The revised contract amount for Work Scope 26-A-Electrical Production Services,
Inc., is $933,095.31.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
4. 2021 Collective Bargaining Agreement with IAFF Firefighters
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the 2021 Collective Bargaining Agreement between
the City of Maplewood and IAFF Fire Fighters Local 4470; and authorize the Mayor and City
Manager to execute the contract on behalf of the City.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
5. Resolution to Accept Donation from Mr. Donald M. Johnson
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the resolution accepting the donation made by Mr.
Donald M Johnson.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
6. Animal Impound Agreement with the Animal Humane Society of Woodbury
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the Animal Impound Agreement with the Animal
Humane Society of Woodbury.
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Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
7. Animal Control Services Agreement Contract with Companion Animal Control LLC
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the Animal Control Services Agreement Contract
with Companion Animal Control LLC.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
8. Purchase of a Toolcat Work Machine
Councilmember Cave moved to approve the purchase of a toolcat work machine and direct
the Mayor and City Manager to enter into a contract with Tri-State Bobcat for the purchase
under the MN State Contract #T631(727-102) in the amount of $64,927.54.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
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. Resolution of Support for Tubman to Allow City as Fiscal Agent for State Bonding
Proposal
City Manager Coleman gave the staff report. Jennifer Polzin, Tubman CEO, addressed the
council and provided further information.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the resolution of Support for Tubman to Allow
City as Fiscal Agent for State Bonding Proposal.
Resolution 22-04-2068
RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR TUBMAN TO ALLOW CITY AS FISCAL
AGENT FOR STATE BONDING PROPOSAL
WHEREAS, Tubman operates the Harriet Tubman Center East in Maplewood, a multi-
service center including shelter and housing for victims of violence, exploitation, sexual
assault, homelessness, addiction, mental health issues and other forms of trauma; and
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WHEREAS, Tubman is requesting state bonding support through legislation to provide
for up to $5,965,000 in capital investment funds for safety and accessibility improvements to
the Harriet Tubman Center East, and
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood has previously expressed support for the services
provided by Tubman for the citizens of Maplewood and the region, and
WHEREAS, the State of Minnesota requires that a local government agency act as the
fiscal agent for General Obligation Bond funding for projects such as the one proposed by
Tubman.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, as follows:
1. Maplewood expresses its support for Tubman’s request for state funding for this
important project and improvement and further supports the legislation on behalf of
Tubman in the 2022 legislative session.
2. The City Manager is authorized and directed to prepare agreements and other
documents to enable the City of Maplewood to act as the fiscal agent for Tubman
in receiving financial support from the State of Minnesota.
3. City staff and consultants are authorized and directed to take all other actions
necessary or convenient to carry out the intent of this resolution.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Home Occupation License Resolution, Exquisite Hair Studio, 3027 Lake Street
North
Community Development Director Thomson gave the staff report. Kelly Pavek, owner of
Exquisite Hair Studio, addressed the council and provided additional information.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to a home occupation license resolution for Exquisite Hair
Studio located at 3027 Lake Street North, subject to certain conditions of approval.
Resolution 22-04-2069
HOME OCCUPATION LICENSE RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as follows:
Section 1. Background.
1.01 Kelly Pavek is proposing a home-based hair salon business.
1.02 The property is located at 3027 Lake Street North and is legally described as:
Lot 12, Block 1, Thom and Erickson’s Addition, Ramsey County, Minnesota
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Property Identification Number 012922120014
Section 2. Standards.
2.01 Section 14-56 outlines the licensing requirements for home occupations on
residential property.
Section 3. Findings.
3.01 The proposal meets the specific home occupation license standards.
Section 4. City Review Process
4.01 The City conducted the following review when considering this home occupation
license request.
1. On March 15, 2022, 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 April 11, 2022, the City Council discussed this resolution. They considered
reports and recommendations from the Planning Commission and city staff.
Section 5. City Council Action.
5.01 The City Council hereby approves the resolution. Approval is based on the findings
outlined in Section 2 of this resolution. Approval is subject to the applicant doing
the following:
1. The applicant must apply to the City Clerk for a business license. This license
must be renewed with the City Clerk on an annual basis.
2. Parking shall be provided on the property, in the property owner’s driveway.
Public streets cannot be used for customer parking.
3. There shall only be one customer visiting the business at any time.
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All
The motion passed.
K. AWARD OF BIDS
None
L. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Abrams adjourned the meeting at 8:26 p.m.
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Andrea Sindt, City Clerk
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