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MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M. Monday, November 14, 2022
City Hall, Council Chambers
Meeting No. 23-22
A. CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the City Council was held in the City Hall Council Chambers and was called to
order at 7:00 p.m. by Acting Mayor Cave.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. ROLL CALL
Marylee Abrams, Mayor Absent
Rebecca Cave, Acting Mayor Present
Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember Present
William Knutson, Councilmember Present
Nikki Villavicencio, Councilmember Present
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
The following were added to council presentations:
Ribbon Cutting
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the agenda as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All
The motion passed.
E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. October 24, 2022 City Council Workshop Meeting Minutes
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the October 10, 2022 City Council Workshop
Meeting Minutes as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Villavicencio Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. October 24, 2022 City Council Meeting Minutes
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the October 10, 2022 City Council Meeting
Minutes as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All
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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
Ribbon Cutting
Councilmember Knutson attended, with Mayor Abrams, the ribbon cutting of the Cardiac
Center at St. Johns Hospital. Councilmember Knutson also gave some history on the building
of St. Johns Hospital and the expansions that have taken place.
3. Resolution of Appreciation for Ann Palzer, Environmental and Natural Resources
Commission
Rebecca Bryan, Acting Chair of the Environmental and Natural Resources Commission
introduced Ann Palzer. Councilmember Juenemann read the resolution of appreciation. Ann
Palzer addressed and thanked the council.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the Resolution of Appreciation for Ann Palzer,
Environmental and Natural Resources Commissioner.
Resolution 22-11-2136
RESOLUTION OF APPRECIATION
WHEREAS, Ann Palzer has been a member of the Maplewood Environmental and
Natural Resources Commission for eleven years and one month, serving from August 25,
2011 to September 30, 2022. Ms. Palzer has served faithfully in those capacities; and
WHEREAS, during her term on the Environmental and Natural Resources
Commission, Ms. Palzer helped guide many important City environmental ordinances and
policies including: Living Streets Policy, Renewable Energy Ordinance, implementation of the
Maplewood Trash Plan, Solid Waste Ordinance, Tree Ordinance, Maplewood Trash and
Recycling Request for Proposals, Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area Ordinance, Urban
Agriculture Ordinance, Stormwater Management Ordinance, 2040 Comprehensive Plan,
Maplewood Nature Center Master Plan, Climate Adaptation Plan and Implementation
Strategies; and
WHEREAS, the Environmental and Natural Resources Commission and City
Council have appreciated her experience, insights and good judgment; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Palzer has freely given of her time and energy, without
compensation, for the betterment of the City of Maplewood; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Palzer has shown dedication to her duties and has consistently
contributed her leadership and efforts for the benefit of the City.
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NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED for and on behalf of the City of
Maplewood, Minnesota, and its citizens that Ann Palzer is hereby extended our gratitude and
appreciation for her dedicated service.
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 G4, G5, & G7 were highlighted.
Councilmember Villavicencio moved to approve agenda items G1-G7.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
1. Approval of Claims
Councilmember Villavicencio moved to approve the approval of claims.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
2. Approval of Transfers
Councilmember Villavicencio moved to approve the transfers dated November 14, 2022, and
authorize the Finance Director to make the necessary accounting entries.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed
3. 6th Amended Joint Powers Agreement of the Ramsey County Violent Crime
Enforcement Team (RCVCET)
Councilmember Villavicencio moved to approve the 6th Amended Joint Powers Agreement of
the Ramsey County Violent Crime Enforcement Team (RCVCET).
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
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4. Agreement with City of St. Paul and Acceptance of Department of Public Safety
Grant Money for 2023 “Toward Zero Deaths (TZD) Enforcement”
Councilmember Villavicencio moved to approve the agreement with City of St. Paul and
accept the Department of Public Safety grant money for 2023 “Toward Zero Deaths (TZD)
Enforcement.”
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
5. Resolution to Accept Donations for Youth Scholarship Fund
Councilmember Villavicencio moved to approve the resolution accepting two donations in the
total amount of $141.54 from Raising Cane’s and Mik Mart Ice Cream and to authorize the
Finance Director to increase the Youth Scholarship Fund budget by that amount: $141.54.
Resolution 22-11-2137
ACCEPTANCE OF DONATION
WHEREAS the City of Maplewood and the Parks and Natural Resources Department
has received donations of $141.54 in support of the department;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Maplewood City Council authorizes
the City of Maplewood, Parks and Natural Resources Department to accept this donation.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
6. Conditional Use Permit Review, Unison Restaurant and Banquet Hall, 1800 White
Bear Avenue North
Councilmember Villavicencio moved to approve the review for Unison and review again only if
a problem arises or a significant change is proposed.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes – All
The motion passed.
7. Conditional Use Permit Review, Menards, 2280 Maplewood Drive
Councilmember Villavicencio moved to approve the CUP review for Menards and review
again in one year.
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
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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.
1. Multifamily Residential Project, 1136/1160 Frost Avenue East
a. Public Hearing Regarding the Public Vacation Requests
b. Public Vacations Resolution (Requires 4 Council Votes)
c. Comprehensive Plan Amendment Resolution (Requires 4 Council Votes)
d. Conditional Use Permit Resolution
e. Design Review Resolution
City Manager Coleman provided instruction for the process to hold the public hearing and
recommended the actions be tabled until all 5 councilmembers are present at the December
14, 2022 City Council Meeting. Assistant Community Development Director Martin gave the
presentation.
Acting Mayor Cave opened public hearing. The following people spoke:
Jodi Andrews – 1768 East Shore Drive
Patricia Titus – 1125 Ripley Avenue
Matthew Schlager – 1872 Phalen Place
Juli Sonterre – 1777 Edward Street
Joy Schlager – 1872 Phalen Place
Brian, Maplewood Marine Owner – 1146 Frost Avenue
Roger Breheim – 1257 Frisbie Avenue
Tim Halloran – 1915 Phalen Place
Nick Lira – 1789 Edward Street
Jane Wegleitner – 1865 Walter Street
Ray Wegleitner – 1865 Walter Street
John Wegleitner – 1082 Fenton Avenue
Jim Erlandson – 1901 Walter Street
Nicole Peterson – 1828 Walter Street
Kevin Schmidt – 1800 Phalen Place
Bob Cournoyer – 2205 White Bear Avenue
Pat Polzer – 1852 Walter Street
Diana Longrie – 1778 DeSoto Street
Stephanie Lindholm – 1700 Frank Street
Kevin Berglund – 1778 Desoto Street
Kim Schmidt – 1800 Phalen Place
Jodi Andrews for Bob Polzer – 1852 Walter Street
Acting Mayor Cave closed the public hearing.
Ari Parritz, representative with Reuter Walton, addressed the council and gave a presentation.
Acting Mayor Cave moved to table agenda items H1 b. – H1 e. until the December 12, 2022
meeting.
Seconded by Councilmember Villavicencio Ayes – All
The motion passed.
otion passed
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I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None
J. NEW BUSINESS
1. Resolution Canvassing the Municipal Results of the November 8, 2022 General
Election
City Clerk Sindt gave the staff report.
Councilmember Villavicencio moved to approve resolution canvassing the municipal results of
the November 8, 2022 General Election.
Resolution 22-11-2138
CANVASSING RESULTS OF GENERAL ELECTION
WHEREAS, a State General Election was held on November 8, 2022; and
WHEREAS, the ballot included two candidates for the Maplewood mayor and four
candidates for two Maplewood four-year councilmember positions and
WHEREAS, the city council shall serve as the canvassing board, canvass the results
and declare the results of the election; and
WHEREAS, the one mayoral candidate receiving the highest votes and the two four-
year councilmember candidates receiving the highest votes shall begin their terms once
qualified.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of Maplewood, Ramsey
County, Minnesota, acting as a canvassing board on November 14, 2022, hereby declares:
1. The following results from the November 8, 2022, State General Election as
specified by the Abstract and Return of Votes Cast:
Mayor Candidates:
Marylee Abrams 7,529
Diana Longrie 6,210
Councilmember Candidates (two four-year seats):
Bill Knutson 5,339
Chonburi Lee 7,007
Patricia “Trish” Timmons 3,214
Kathleen A. “Kathy” Juenemann 5,379
2. The mayoral candidate who received the highest number of votes in the General
Election is Marylee Abrams.
3. The two councilmember candidates who received the highest number of votes in
the General Election are Chonburi Lee and Kathleen A. “Kathy” Juenemann.
4. The clerk is hereby directed to certify the results of the election to the county
auditor.
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Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All
The motion passed
2. Conditional Use Permit and Setback Variance Resolution, Advanced Vehicle
Solutions, Inc., 47 Century Avenue North
Assistant Community Development Director Martin gave the staff report. Jesse Jacobson,
Advanced Vehicle Solutions Inc., addressed council and provided further information.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the resolution for a conditional use permit and
a setback variance permitting an auto maintenance garage business to be located at 47
Century Avenue North.
Resolution 22-11-2139
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT AND SETBACK
VARIANCE RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as
follows:
Section 1. Background.
1.01 Jesse Jacobson, of Advanced Vehicle Solutions, Inc., has requested approval of a
conditional use permit to allow an auto maintenance garage.
1.02 The applicant has also requested approval of a setback variance of 350 feet.
1.03 The property is located at 47 Century Avenue North and is legally described as:
Lot 15 of Wright’s Garden Lots Subject to Rd and Subject to Rd Exemption North
725 feet and Exemption South 460 feet; Lot 15. (PIN 01-28-22-14-0104)
Section 2. Standards.
2.01 City Ordinance Section 44-512(8) requires auto maintenance garages have a
conditional use permit and a 350-foot setback from any property the city is planning for
residential use.
2.02 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.
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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.
2.03 Variance Standard. City Ordinance Section 44-13 refers to state statute which states a
variance may be granted from the requirements of the zoning ordinance when: (1) the
variance is in harmony with the general purposes and intent of this ordinance; (2)
when the variance is consistent with the comprehensive plan; and (3) when the
applicant establishes that there are practical difficulties in complying with the
ordinance. Practical difficulties mean: (1) The proposed use is reasonable; (2) the
need for a variance is caused by circumstances unique to the property, not created by
the property owner, and not solely based on economic conditions.
Section 3. Findings.
3.01 The proposal meets the specific conditional use permit standards.
3.02 The proposal meets the specific variance standards.
Section 4. City Review Process
4.01 The City conducted the following review when considering this conditional use permit
amendment and setback variance requests.
1. On July 19, 2022, the planning commission held a public hearing. The 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 November 14, 2022, the city council discussed this resolution. They
considered reports and recommendations from the planning commission and city
staff.
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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. All construction shall follow the site plan approved by the City.
2. The proposed construction 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.
3. The City Council shall review this permit in one year.
4. There shall be no outdoor storage of any materials or equipment without
approval of a revised conditional use permit by the City Council.
5. No vehicles shall be stored in the front of the building.
6. Parking spaces in front of the building shall be properly marked and maintained.
Parking spaces are required to be 9 feet, and 6 inches wide.
7. The applicant shall submit a plan for staff approval to repair the trash enclosure
on site. The trash enclosure shall meet all ordinance requirements.
8. The parking lot shall be repaired and kept clear of debris.
9. All utilities serving the site shall be connected and maintained safely and
appropriately.
10. All signs require a separate sign permit and must meet city code requirements.
11. Any exterior improvements would require design approval.
12. A solid fence is required to be maintained and in place along the entire west
property line.
13. The business shall not be open to the public between the hours of 11:00 p.m.
and 6:00 a.m.
Seconded by Councilmember Knutson Ayes – All
The motion passed
3. Resolution Approving First Amendment to the Purchase Agreement, 1375 Frost
Avenue East and 1900 Clarence Avenue North
Assistant Community Development Director Martin gave the staff report. City Attorney Batty
provided additional information.
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Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the resolution authorizing execution of the first
amendment to the purchase agreement with Beacon Acquisition LLC for the purchase of 1375
Frost Avenue East and 1900 Clarence Avenue North.
Resolution 22-11-2140
RESOLUTION APPROVING FIRST AMENDMENT TO PURCHASE AGREEMENT
REGARDING 1375 FROST AVENUE AND 1900 CLARENCE AVENUE
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood (the “City”) is the owner of certain real property
located at 1375 Frost Avenue and 1900 Clarence Avenue in Maplewood, Minnesota (the
“Property”); and
WHEREAS, on April 25, 2022 the City and Beacon Acquisitions, LLC entered into a
purchase agreement regarding the Property (the “Purchase Agreement”); and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to amend the Purchase Agreement with respect to certain dates
and deadlines.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The recitals set forth herein are incorporated into and made a part hereof.
2. The Mayor and City Manager are hereby authorized and directed to execute the
First Amendment to Purchase Agreement with Beacon Acquisitions, LLC for the
Property.
3. The City Manager, staff, and consultants are hereby authorized and directed to
take any and all additional steps and actions necessary or convenient in order to
accomplish the intent of this resolution.
Seconded by Councilmember Villavicencio Ayes – All
The motion passed
4. Resolution Approving First Amendment to the Purchase Agreement, 1160 Frost
Avenue East
Assistant Community Development Director Martin gave the staff report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the resolution authorizing execution of the first
amendment to the purchase agreement with Reuter Walton for the purchase of 1160 Frost
Avenue East, extending the inspection period to January 1, 2023 and the closing date on the
purchase and sale of property to March 1, 2023.
Resolution 22-11-2141
RESOLUTION APPROVING FIRST AMENDMENT TO
PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR 1160 FROST AVENUE
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood (the “City”) is the owner of certain real property
located at 1160 Frost Avenue in Maplewood, Minnesota (the “Property”); and
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WHEREAS, the legal description of the Property is:
Lots 1 through 20 inclusive, Block 1, Kavanagh and Dawson’s Addition to Gladstone,
together with the vacated alley in said Block 1, Ramsey County, Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, on July 8, 2021 the City entered into a purchase agreement with Reuter
Walton Development, LLC (the “Purchase Agreement”) regarding the Property; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to amend the Purchase Agreement to extend certain
dates and deadlines.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA AS FOLLOWS:
1. The recitals set forth herein are incorporated into and made a part hereof.
2. The Mayor and City Manager are hereby authorized and directed to execute the
First Amendment to Purchase Agreement with Reuter Walton Development, LLC
for the Property.
3. The City staff, and consultants are hereby authorized and directed to take any and
all additional steps and actions necessary or convenient in order to accomplish the
intent of this resolution.
Seconded by Councilmember Villavicencio Ayes – All
The motion passed.
K. AWARD OF BIDS
None
L. ADJOURNMENT
Acting Mayor Cave adjourned the meeting at 9:28 p.m.
Andrea Sindt, City Clerk
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