HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-13-1998 AGENDA
MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M., Monday, Appril 13, 1998
City Council Chambers, Municpal Building
Meeting No. 98-07
A. CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota was held in the Council Chambers,
Municipal Building, and was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Mayor Rossbach.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. ROLL CALL
George F. Rossbach, Mayor Present
Sherry Allenspach, Councilmember Present
Dale H. Carlson, Councilmember Present
Kevin Kittridge, Councilmember Present
Marvin C. Koppen, Councilmember Present
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Minutes of Meeting 98-06 (March 30, 1998)
Councilmember Carlson moved to approve the minutes of Meeting No. 98-06 (March 30,
1998) as corrected:
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes -all
Abstain -Kittridge
E. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Rossbach moved to approve the Agenda as amended:
M1 Mayor's Mailbox
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes -all
F. PRESENTATIONS
NONE
G. CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be
enacted by on motion. If a member of the City Council wishes to discuss an item, that item will be
removed from the Consent Agenda and will be considered separately.
Councilmember Carlson moved seconded b Councilmember Ko en' a es -all to a rove the
Consent Agenda, Items ru , as recommen e .
1. Approval of Claims
Approved the following claims:
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 51,358.17 Checks #7438 thru #7432 dated 3-20-98 thru 3-27-98
281,019.97 Checks #36492 thru #37052 dated 3-31-98
8,471.94 Checks #7453 thru #7456 dated 3-30-98 thru 3-31-98
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264,880.52 Checks #37115 thru #37210 dated 3-31-98
$605,730.60 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL:
$291,999.13 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits Dated 4-03-98
49,686.83 Payroll Deduction checks dated 4-3-98
$341,685.96 Total Payroll
$947.416.56 GRAND TOTAL
2. Resolution Approving Extension of Cable Commission Franchise
Adopted the following ordinance amending Ordinance No. 736, adopted July 24, 1995 extending
the current franchise to August 28, 1998.
ORDINANCE NO. 789
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CABLE FRANCHISE
ORDINANCE NO. 736, ARTICLE 4, SECTION 4.04, FRANCHISE THEM
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MAPLEWOOD ORDAINS:
SECTION 1. Ordinance No. 736, Article 4, Section 4.04, Franchise Term, is hereby amended to read:
Section 4.04 Franchise Term
is ranc ise s a commence upon the date this Ordinance becomes effective and shall
expire on August 28, 1998 unless terminated sooner as hereinafter provided.
SECTION 2. This Ordinance shall be effective upon passage and official publication.
3. Resolution Approving Acceptance of Auto Theft Grant
Adopted the following resolution of support for auto theft grant from the State of
Minnesota in the amount of $8,225.
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RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT FOR AUTO THEFT GRANT
WHEREAS: The City of Maplewood recognizes that vehicle theft is a crime of significant financial and
material consequence throughout the metropolitan area; and,
WHEREAS: The Maplewood Police Department, with assistance from the Minnesota Auto Theft
Prevention Program proposes to address the challenge of vehicle theft through the introduction of a local
vehicle thief prevention program;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: The Council does, hereby, approve and accept on behalf of
the City of Maplewood and the Maplewood Police Department, a grant of $8,225.00 (Eight thousand two
hundred and twenty-five dollars) from the State of Minnesota for support of the aforesaid program, and,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: The Council does authorize the City Manager and the Chief of Police to
execute the grant agreement and administer these funds, respectively, on behalf of the City of Maplewood
and Maplewood Police Department.
4. Close Project 97-09
Authorized Project 97-09 be closed, and engineering and administrative charges to this project be
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funded by the street construction state aid fund as Barthelmey is on the City's State Aid system.
5. Fire Department -Recruit Payroll
Approved a recruit payroll scale starting at $5.00 increasing to $8.00 at six months and $12.00 per
call and drill at the end of their first year.
6. Oakdale Fire Department Dispatch Request
Authorized a contract for dispatch services with the Oakdale Fire Department.
7. Council Rules of Procedure -Change in Policy
Approved changed wording in the Council Rules of Policy and Procedure to have the next
succeeding Tuesday be the day for Council Meeting if the preceding Monday falls on a legal
holiday.
8. Carnival License Approval - Stipe Shows, Inc.
Approved a Carnival License for Stipe Shows, Inc., Mary Stipe. Event will be held at Plaza 3000,
White Bear Avenue, May 7 through May 10, 1998 from 12:00 noon to 10:00 p.m.
9. On and Off-Sale 3-2 Beer License-Maplewood Golf Center-New Ownership
Approved an on and off-sale 3.2 beer license for Maple Hills Golf Center.
10. 55 Alive Proclamation
Adopted the following proclamation proclaiming the week of May 24-30, 1998 as 55 Alive/Mature
Driving Week throughout Maplewood.
PROCLAMATION
Given under my hand and the Seal of the City of Maplewood, this 13th day of April, nineteen hundred and
ninety-eight.
WHEREAS, each year more than fifty thousand deaths and two million disabling injuries occur in our
nation as a result of motor vehicle accidents; and
WHEREAS, The American Association of Retired Persons' (AARP) 55 ALIVE/Mature Driving course
has been designed to provide motorists age 50 and over with information needed to prevent accdents,
retain mobility and live independently; and
WHEREAS, the 55 ALIVE/Mature Driving curriculum provides a thorough and current review of the
rules of the road, emphasizes defensive driving practices and is available to AARP members and non-
members for a nominal fee of $8.00; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota legislation specifically recognizes the effectiveness of defensive driving
courses for senior drivers, and requires insurance companies to give at least a 10 ercent discount to
persons age 55 and over who complete state-approved courses such as 55 ALIVEpMature Driving;
WHEREAS, 55 ALIVE/Mature Driving in Minnesota offers an eight hour (two sessions) course and a
four hour (one session) refresher course for seniors who have previously attended an eight hour lesson;
and
WHEREAS, in Minnesota, in 1997, 55 ALIVE/Mature Driving volunteer instructors taught over 2,414
classes attended by an estimated 57,599 drivers; and
WHEREAS, 55 ALIVE/Mature Driving has contributed significantly to motoring safety throughout the
state of Minnesota.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, George Rossbach, Mayor of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, do hereby
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proclaim the week of May 24 - 30, 1998 throughout the City of Maplewood - 55 ALIVE/MATURE DRIVING
WEEK.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 7:00 P.M.: (7:05 P.M.)Rezoning (R1 to LBC) 1695 McKnight Road
a. Mayor Rossbach convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding rezoning from R-
1(Single Dwelling) to LBC (Limited Business Commercial) for the property at 1695 McKnight
Road.
b. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
c. Director of Community Development Coleman presented the specifics of the report.
d. Commissioner Matt Levida presented the Planning Commission report.
e. Mayor Rossbach opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents. No one
appeared.
f. Mayor Rossbach closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Kop en moved to a rove rezonin from R-1 Sin le Dwellin
Residential to LBC Limi a usiness ommeraa or a . acre rac a 5
101~iq venue an in ro uce e o owinq~esoru~ion an move i s a op ion:
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REZONING RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, city staff applied for a rezoning from R-1 (Single Dwelling Residential) to LBC (Limited Business
Commercial).
WHEREAS, this rezoning applies to a .436 acre tract at 1695 McKnight Avenue. The legal description of the
property is:
Subject to east avenue the north 88 feet of the south 264 feet of the east 247 5/10 feet of the southeast 1/4 of
Section 14, Township 29, Range 22 in Maplewood, Minnesota.
WHEREAS, the history of this rezoning is as follows:
1. The planning commission reviewed this rezoning on March 2, 1998. They recommended that the city
council approve the rezoning.
2. The city council held a public hearing on April 13, 1998. The city staff published a notice in the
Maplewood Review and sent notices to the surrounding property owners as required by law. The
council gave everyone at the hearing an opportunity to speak and present written statements. The
council also considered reports and recommendations from the city staff and planning commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the city council approve the above-described rezoning for the
following reasons:
1. The proposed change is consistent with the spirit, purpose and intent of the zoning code.
2. The proposed change will not substantially injure or detract from the use of the neighboring property
or from the character of the neighborhood, and that the use of the property adjacent to the area
included in the proposed change or plan is adequately safeguarded.
3. The proposed change will serve the best interests and conveniences of the community, where
applicable, and the public welfare.
4. The proposed change would have no negative effect upon the logical, efficient, and economical
extension of public services and facilities, such as public water, sewer, police and fire protection and
schools.
5. State law now requires all cities in the metropolitan area to have consistent zoning and land use
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plans.
6. The Ramsey County Assessor's Office said that the zoning change should not affect the property
taxes of the site.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes -all
2. 7:10 P.M.:(7:15 P.M.)English Street, Larpenteur, Frost Improvements, Project 96-19 (4
Votes)
a. Mayor Rossbach convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding proposed project 96-
19 English Street Utility and Street Improvements.
b. City Attorney Kelly explained the procedure for public hearings.
c. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
d. Director of Public Works and Engineering Haider presented the specifics of the
report.
e. Mayor Rossbach opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents. The
following persons were heard:
Bill Stetien, representing Lake Phalen Church, 1717 English Street
Lloyd Hansen, 1800 English Street
Diane Hansen, 1800 English Street
Florence Noble, member Lake Phalen Church
Bob Heile, Pastor Lake Phalen Church
Dennis Faux, 1769 English Street
Bob Snyder, 1781 English street
Dennis Faux, second appearance
Joseph Born, 1830 English
David Barthold, 1249 Frisbee, owner of 1809 English Apartments
Bill Stetien, second appearance
Dennis Faux, third appearance
Bob Snyder, second appearance
Nick Miller, 1786 English Street
f. Mayor Rossbach closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Allenspach authorized roceedin with final tans for Pro~ect 96-19
En lish Street Utilit and Stree m rovemen s an in ro uce e o owin
eso u ion an move i s a op ion:
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ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AFTER PUBLIC HEARING
WHEREAS, a resolution of the City Council adopted the 30th day of March, 1998, fixed a date for a
council hearing on the proposed construction of street and utility improvements on English Street, from
Larpenteur Avenue to Frost Avenue, City Project 96-19,
AND WHEREAS, ten days mailed notice and two weeks published notice of the hearing was given,
and the hearing was duly held on April 13, 1998, and the council has heard all persons desiring to be heard
on the matter and has fully considered the same;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA,
as follows:
1. That it is necessary, cost-effective and feasible, as detailed in the feasibility report, that the
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City of Maplewood construct street and utility improvements on English Street, from Larpenteur
Avenue to Frost Avenue, City Project 96-19.
2. Such improvement is hereby ordered as proposed in the council resolution adopted the 13th
day of April, 1998.
3. The City Engineer is designated engineer for this improvement and is hereby directed to prepare
final plans and specifications for the making of said improvement.
4. The Finance Director is hereby authorized to make the financial transfers necessary to implement
the financing plan for the project. A project
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes -all
I. AWARD OF BIDS
NONE
J. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NONE
K. NEW BUSINESS
1. Private Driveway Turn Back Request -Deer Ridge Lane
a. Mayor Rossbach convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the ownership and
maintenance of Deer Ridge Lane.
b. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
c. Director of Public Works and Engineering Haider presented the specifics of the
report.
d. City Attorney Kelly explained the procedure for public hearings.
e. Mayor Rossbach opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents.
The following persons were heard:
Stan Clausen, 487 Crestview Forest Drive
Milt Knoll,
f. Mayor Rossbach closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Koppen moved to direct staff to develop criteria to evaluate the
request.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes -Carlson
Kittridge
Koppen
Nays - Allenspach
Rossbach
2. Harvester Avenue, Century to Stillwater, Project 97-16, Schedule Public Hearing
a. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
b. Director of Public Works and Engineering Haider presented the specifics of the
report.
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c. Mayor Rossbach asked if anyone wished to speak before the Council regarding this
matter. No one appeared.
Councilmember Carlson moved to acce t the feasibilit stud for the Harvester
Avenue Utilit and Street m rovemen ro ec an in ro uce e o owin
eso u ion an move i s a op ion:
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ACCEPTING REPORT AND CALLING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution of the Council adopted March 30, 1988, a report has been
prepared by the City Engineering division with reference to the improvement of Harvester between
Stillwater Road and Century Avenue and Sterling Street between Harvester Avenue and Stillwater Road,
City ProJ~ect 97-16, by Street and Utility Improvements and this report was received by the Council on April
13, 1998, 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. The Council will consider the improvement of such street in accordance with the report and the
assessment of abutting property for all or a portion of the cost of the improvement pursuant to
Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429 at an estimated total cost of the improvement of $940,000.
2. A public hearing shall be held on such proposed improvement on the 27th day of April, 1998,
in the Council Chamber of City Hall at 7:15 p.m. and the Clerk shall give mailed and published notice
of such hearing and improvement as required by law.
Seconded by Councilmember Kittridge Ayes -all
3. Set Council Meeting Date for Memorial Day
a. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
Mayor Rossbach moved to schedule the second re ular meetin of the month of Ma to
Thursday the 21 s since on ay a is a eqa o i ay.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes -all
L. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
Carolyn Peterson, 1999 Jackson Street and Char Wasiluk, 1740 Frank Street were present to
request information on open space requests for acreage in Haller Woods.
M. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
1. Committee Reports:
Councilmember Allenspach reported that NEST will be having a 10 year celebration on May 7,
1998 from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. at the North St. Paul Community Center.
2. Mayor's Mailbox:
Mayor Rossbach gave Councilmembers dates of upcoming meetings and stated that the
Mayor's Forum to be held on May 2, 1998 will be held at the Maplewood Mall Community
Services Center from 10:00 a.m. to noon.
N. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
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NONE
O. ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Koppen moved to adjourn at 9:15 P.M.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach. Ayes -all
Karen Guilfoile, City Clerk
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