HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-23-1998 MINUTES OF MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M., Monday, November 23, 1998
Council Chambers, Municipal Building
Meeting No. 98-26
A. CALL TO ORDER
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 Special City Council Meeting 98-24 (November 4, 1998)
Councilmember Allenspach moved to approve the minutes of Meeting No. 98-24 (November 4. 1998) as presented:
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes -all
2. Minutes of Meeting 98-25 (November 9, 1998)
Councilmember Kittridge moved to approve the minutes of Meeting No. 98-25 (November 9. 1998) as presented:
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes -all
E. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Rossbach moved to approve the Agenda as amended.
M-1. Mayor's Mailbox
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes -all
F. PRESENTATIONS
NONE
G. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the Consent Agenda as recommended.
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Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes -all
1. Approval of Claims
Approved the following claims:
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE: $ 117,756.18 Checks #7685 - #7698: Dated 11-2-98 thru 11-06-98
$ 167 631 07 Checks #40626 - #40767: Dated 11-10-98
$ 1,242.97 Checks #7699 - #7701: Dated 11-12-98 thru 11-13-98
$ 122 821 47 Checks #40773 - #40887: Dated 11-17-98
$ 409,451.69 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL:
$ 295,999.83 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits Dated 11-15-98
$ 22,343.58 Payroll Deduction Checks Dated 11-13-98
$ 318,343.41 Total Payroll
$ 727,795.10 GRAND TOTAL
2. Financial Transfers for Unassessed Utility Improvements
Approved the following transfers:
FROM TO DEBT SERVICE FUNDS
$ 6,010 Water Fund 1979 Bonds (316)
$ 2,050 Sewer Fund 1979 Bonds (316)
$67,720 Water Fund 1992 Bonds (325)
$33,460 Water Fund 1990 Bonds (322)
3. Increase in Community Development Department Service Charges
Approved revisions in Community Development Department license/permit fees and services listed and
approved first reading of an ordinance to increase the planning fees.
4. Increase in Miscellaneous Service Charges
Approved increases in miscellaneous service charges by 2.6% effective January 1, 1999.
5. Certification of Delinquent Sewer Service Bills
Adopted the following resolution certifying delinquent sewer service bills:
98-11-112
RESOLVED, that the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify to the Auditor of Ramsey
County the following delinquent sewer service bills for certification againstthe tax levy of said property owners for
the year 1998, collectible in 1999 and which includes interest at the rate of eight percent (8%) on the total amount
for one year:
STREET ADDRESS PIN NUMBER AMOUNT
2272 Craig Place 11-29-22-34-0031 $ 944.04
1376 Sophia Street 15-29-22-33-0103 $ 680.94
2494 Harvester Avenue 25-29-22-31-0001 $ 52.16
3001 Chippewa Court North 01-29-22-21-0061 $ 815.08
TOTAL $ 2492.22
6. Conditional Use Permit Review -Countryside Volkswagen/Saab (Highway 36)
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Reviewed the Conditional Use Permit at 1180 Highway 35 East review again only if problem arises or it
the property owner proposes any changes to the buildings on site.
7. 1998 Comprehensive Plan Update Time Extension
Approve the following resolution requesting a 6-month time extension for completing the Comprehensive
Plan update.
98-11-113
RESOLUTION REQUESTING AN EXTENSION OF THE DECEMBER 31, 1998 DUE DATE FOR
REVIEW OF THE MAPLEWOOD COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
FOR CONSISTENCY WITH AMENDED METROPOLITAN COUNCIL POLICY PLANS
WHEREAS, state statutes (Minn. Stat. §473.175-473.871) (1996) requires that cities review and revise
their comprehensive plans for consistency with Metropolitan Council policy plans; and
WHEREAS, the Metropolitan Council has amended its policy plans and has provided system statements
outlining Council policy relative to the city; and
WHEREAS, Maplewood is required to review its comprehensive plan for consistency with the amended
policy plans and to prepare arevised comprehensive plan for submission to the Metropolitan Council by December
31, 1998; and
WHEREAS, Maplewood has scheduled and budgeted to complete a major review and update of its
comprehensive plan by June 30, 1999;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Maplewood requests thatthe Metropolitan Council grant
Maplewood asix-month extension to the deadline to complete its comprehensive plan; circulate the revised
documentto the adjacent governmental units and affected school districts for review and comment; and following
approvals by the planning commission and after consideration by the city council, submit the plan to the
Metropolitan Council for review.
8. Donation from N. St. PauUMaplewood Rotary Club
Accepted a donation of $3,700 from the N. St. PauUMaplewood Rotary Club to be used by the
Maplewood Police D. A.R.E. Program.
9. Close Public Improvement Projects
Authorized the Finance Director to make the appropriate adjustments to close projects 88-13, 93-02 and
95-17.
10. Tax Forfeit Property
Adopted the following resolution authorizing staff to make application for convenience of these tax-
forfeitparcels to the city for right-of--way purposes.
98-11-114
AUTHORIZING AN APPLICATION FOR CONVEYANCE OF CERTAIN TAX-FORFEITED
PARCELS
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood has determined that the following-described tax-forfeited land is
required for street right-of--way:
PIN 10-29-22-33-0040-2
PIN 16-29-22-41-0021-8
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, thatthe proper City officials be and hereby are authorized to
make an application for conveyance of said tax-forfeited land for street right-of--way purposes; and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, thatthe City Clerkbe and hereby is authorized to file a certified copy of
this resolution and application for conveyance of said tax-forfeited land in the office of the land commissioner.
11. State Aid Resolutions
Adopted the following resolution establishing County Raod B and Prosperity Road as municipal state aid
streets.
98-11-115
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING MUNICIPAL STATE AID HIGHWAYS
WHEREAS, it appears to the City Council ofthe City of Maplewood thatthe streets hereinafter described
should be designated municipal state aid streets under the provisions of Minnesota law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Maplewood thatthe roads
described as follows, to-wit:
County Road B from Edgerton Street to Arcade Street
Prosperity Road from Larpenteur Avenue to County Road B
be, and hereby are established, located, and designated municipal state aid streets of said city, subject to the
approval of the Commissioner of Transportation of the State of Minnesota.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the city clerk is hereby authorized and directed to forward two
certified copies ofthis resolution to the commissioner oftransportationfor consideration, and thatupon approval of
the designation of said roads or portions thereof, that same be constructed, improved and maintained as municipal
state aid streets of the City of Maplewood to be numbered and known as municipal state aid streets.
12. MIS/GIS Temporary Position
Approved a three year temporary position for an MIS/GIS technician.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 7:00 P.M. Easement Vacation -Saint John's Boulevard, east of Hazelwood Street (Saint John's
Hospital)
a. Mayor Rossbach convened the meeting for a public hearing.
b. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
a Community Development Director Coleman presented the specifics of the report.
d. Commissioner Mike Miller presented the Planning Commission report.
e. Mayor Rossbach opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents. The following
person was heard:
Kyle Davis, representing Health East
f Mayor Rossbach closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Koppen moved to adoptthe following Resolution vacatingthe roadway and public utility easement
known as St. John's Blvd. (Document Number 2276523), east of Hazelwood Street:
98-11-116
EASEMENT VACATION RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, Mr. Kyle Davis, representing HealthEast and Saint John's Hospital, appliedforthe vacation
of the following-described easement:
The 60-foot-wide roadway and public utility easement known as Saint John's Boulevard (as recorded as
Document No. 2276523), lying east of Hazelwood Street in Section 3, Township 29, Range 22, Maplewood,
Minnesota.
WHEREAS, the history of this vacation is as follows:
1. On November 2, 1998, the planning commission recommended that the city council approve this
vacation.
2. On November 23, 1998, the city council held a public hearing. The city staff published a notice in the
Maplewood Review and sent anotice to the abutting property owners. The council gave everyone atthe
hearing a chance to speak and present written statements. The council also considered reports and
recommendations from the city staff and planning commission.
WHEREAS, after the city approves this vacation, public interest in the property will go to the following
abutting properties:
The West 727.75 feet, as measured at right angles, ofthe Southwest Quarter ofthe Northeast Quarter of Section
3, Township 29, Range 22, Ramsey County, Minnesota, except that part thereof described as follows:
Commencing at the southwest corner of said Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, being the
center of said Section 3, said point being marked by a Ramsey County monument; thence along the west
line of said Southwest Quarter ofthe Northeast Quarter, North 00 degrees, O1 minute 40 seconds East,
assumed basis ofbearings, a distance of 703.29 feet; thence on abearing of East 437.93 feet to the point
of beginning, thence continuing on a bearing of East 264.24 feet; thence on a bearing of South 124.13
feet; thence on a bearing of West 264.24 feet; thence on a bearing of North 124.13 feet to the point of
beginning. Subject to roads, and;
All that part of the West 727.75 feet, as measured at right angles, of the Southwest Quarter of the Northeast
Quarter of Section 3, Township 29, Range 22, Ramsey County, Minnesota, more particularly described as follows:
Commencing at the southwest corner of said Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter, being the
center of said Section 3, said point being marked by a Ramsey County monument; thence along the west
line of said Southwest Quarter ofthe Northeast Quarter, North 00 degrees, O1 minute 40 seconds East,
assumed basis ofbearings, a distance of 703.29 feet; thence on abearing of East 437.93 feet to the point
of beginning, thence continuing on a bearing of East 264.24 feet; thence on a bearing of South 124.13
feet; thence on a bearing of West 264.24 feet; thence on a bearing of North 124.13 feet to the point of
beginning.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED thatthe city council approve the above-described vacationfor
the following reasons:
L It is in the public interest.
2. The city and the adjacent property owners have no plans to build a street or utilities in this location.
3. The adjacent properties have access to public streets and utilities.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes -all
2. 7:10 P.M. Bulk Storage Warehouse (1300 McKnight Road North)
1. Conditional Use Permit for Warehouse Expansion and Outdoor Storage
2. Conditional Use Permit for New Office Building
3. Parking Reduction Authorization
4. Design Approval
a. Mayor Rossbach convened the meeting for a public hearing.
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b. City Attorney Kelly explained the procedure for public hearings.
c. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
d. Community Development Director Coleman presentedthe specifics ofthe report.
e. Commissioner Matt Levine presented the Planning Commission report.
f Boardmember Marie Robinson presented the Community Design Review Board report.
g. Mayor Rossbach opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents.
The following persons were heard:
John C. Fallin of FP & S, representing applicant Build Storage Warehouse,
1300 N. McKnight Road
Dave Bruechert, 1380 Currie Street
Randy Batterson, 2321 Tilsen Avenue
Bill Paddock, 2281 E. Arlington
Linda Larson, 1295 Myrtle Street East
Marcie Kohn, 1369 Myrtle Street
Karl Kohn, 1369 Myrtle Street
Kelly Larson, 1416 Myrtle Court
Tom Suelflow, 1389 Myrtle Street
Tom Custad, 1359 Myrtle Street
John C. Fallin, second appearance
Larry De Graw, 2322 Tilsen Avenue
Bob Lite, 2270 Arlington
John C. Fallin, third appearance
h. Mayor Rossbach closed the public hearing.
Mayor Rossbach moved to adopt the following resolution approving a conditional use permit for the warehouse
facility at 1300 N. McKnight Road. This permit allows the expansion of abuilding in an M-1 (l~htmanufacturing)
district closer than 350 feetto a residential district, outdoor storage and the expansion of a nonconforming use due
to the lack of designated paved parking areas. This approval is based on the findings required by code as well as the
following reasons:
1. The proposed warehouse addition is substantially screened from neighboring single dwellings.
2. The applicant is storing mineral feed additives, not food-type feed products.
3. The applicant's business hours are from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. so there would not be evening noise generated
from his business.
4. The proposed shipping-dock addition would benefit the site by containing shipping activities that are
presently taking place outdoors.
5. Lakewood Drive is an arterial roadway designed to handle traffic volumes that would exceed the current
usage and any increase anticipated by the proposed addition.
98-11-117
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Mr. John C. Fallin, of FP&S Company, applied for a conditional use permit for the
expansion of a building in an M-1 (light manufacturing) district closer than 350 feet to a residential district, for
outdoor storage and for the expansion of a nonconforming use due to the lack of designated paved parking areas.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to 1300 N. McKnight Road. The legal description is:
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ALL THAT PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 24,
TOWNSHIP 29, RANGE 22, RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA THAT LIES SOUTHERLY OF A LINE
DRAWN PARALLEL WITH AND DISTANT 95 FEET SOUTHEASTERLY, AS MEASURED AT RIGHT
ANGLES, FROM THE CENTER LINE OF THE MAIN TRACK OF THE CHICAGO, ST. PAUL,
MINNEAPOLIS, AND OMAHA RAILWAY COMPANY, AS NOW LOCATED AND ESTABLISHED; ALSO
THAT PART OF THE WEST HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 24, BOUNDED AS
FOLLOWS:
ON THE NORTH BY A LINE DRAWN PARALLEL WITH AND DISTANT 95 FEET SOUTHEASTERLY, AS
MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGLES, FROM THE CENTER
LINE OF THE MAIN TRACK OF SAID RAILWAY
COMPANY, AS NOW LOCATED AND ESTABLISHED;
ON THE WEST BY THE EAST LINE OF THE WEST 66
FEET OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID
SECTION 24; ON THE SOUTH BY A STRAIGHT LINE
DRAWN FROM THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE
SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST
QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 24 TO A POINT ON THE
WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION 24 WHICH IS DISTANT
450 FEET SOUTH OF THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF THE
100 FOOT RIGHT OF WAY OF SAID RAILWAY
COMPANY, SAID SOUTHERLY LINE BEING A LINE
DRAWN PARALLEL WITH AND DISTANT 56 FEET
SOUTHEASTERLY AS MEASURED AT RIGHT
ANGLES, FROM THE CENTER LINE OF THE MAIN
TRACK OF SAID RAILWAY COMPANY AS
ORIGINALLY LOCATED AND ESTABLISHED; AND ON
THE EAST BY THE EAST LINE OF THE NORTHWEST
QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID
SECTION 24; EXCEPTING THEREFROM THAT PART
THAT LIES NORTHWESTERLY OF A LINE DRAWN
PARALLEL WITH AND DISTANT 8.5 FEET
SOUTHEASTERLY, AS MEASURED AT RIGHT
ANGLES, FROM THE CENTER LINE OF THE MOST
SOUTHERLY SIDE TRACK LC. C. NO. 114 OF SAID
RAILWAY COMPANY, AS NOW LOCATED AND
ESTABLISHED, ALL IN THE COUNTY OF RAMSEY,
STATE OF MINNESOTA.
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as follows:
1. On November 2, 1998, the planning commission recommended that the city council approve this permit.
2. The city council held a public hearing on November 23, 1998. City staff published a notice in the paper
and sent notices to the surrounding property owners as required by law. The council gave everyone at
the hearing a chance to speak and present written statements. The council also considered reports and
recommendations of the city staff and planning commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED thatthe city council approve 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 generate only minimal vehicular traffic on local streets and would not create traffic
congestion or unsafe aocess on existing or proposed streets.
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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.
10. The proposed warehouse addition is substantially screened from neighboring single dwellings.
11. The applicant is storing mineral feed additives, not food-type feed products.
12. The applicant's business hours are from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. so there would not be evening noise generated
from his business.
13. The proposed shipping-dock addition would benefit the site by containing shipping activities that are
presently taking place outdoors.
14. Lakewood Drive is an arterial roadway designedto handle traffic volumes thatwould exceed the current
usage and any increase anticipated by the proposed addition.
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. A designated paved parking area shall not be required unless the site usage changes in some fashion
warranting the need for such parking spaces.
5. Update the alarm system at the facility, subject to the approval of the Director of Public Safety.
6. Provide a locked gate system at the Lakewood Drive entrance, subject to the approval of the Police
Chief.
7. Provide several signs along the wetland edge on the warehouse site. The number and placement ofthese
signs shall be determined by staff These signs shall prohibit any building, mowing, cutting, filling or
dumping in or around the wetland.
8. Submit an industrial storm water protection to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for their review
and approval.
9. Provide planting or screening fencing along the north side noear the scale building and landscape
materials.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes -Mayor Rossbach
Councilmember Koppen & Allenspach
Nay -Councilmember Carlson & Kittridge
Mayor Rossbach moved to adoptthe following resolution approving a conditional use permitfor an office building
between McKnight Road and Lakewood Drive in an M-1 (light manufacturing) district that would be closer than
350 feet to a residential district.
98-11-118
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, Mr. John C. Fallin, of FP&S Company, applied for a conditional use permit to build an
office building in an M-1 (light manufacturing) district closer than 350 feet to a residential district.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to the property between McKnight Road and Lakewood Drive west of
1300 N. McKnight Road. The legal description is:
ALL THAT PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 24,
TOWNSHIP 29, RANGE 22, RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA THAT LIES SOUTHERLY OF A LINE
DRAWN PARALLEL WITH AND DISTANT 95 FEET SOUTHEASTERLY, AS MEASURED AT RIGHT
ANGLES, FROM THE CENTER LINE OF THE MAIN TRACK OF THE CHICAGO, ST. PAUL,
MINNEAPOLIS, AND OMAHA RAILWAY COMPANY, AS NOW LOCATED AND ESTABLISHED; ALSO
THAT PART OF THE WEST HALF OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 24, BOUNDED AS
FOLLOWS:
ON THE NORTH BY A LINE DRAWN PARALLEL WITH AND DISTANT 95 FEET SOUTHEASTERLY, AS
MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGLES, FROM THE CENTER
LINE OF THE MAIN TRACK OF SAID RAILWAY
COMPANY, AS NOW LOCATED AND ESTABLISHED;
ON THE WEST BY THE EAST LINE OF THE WEST 66
FEET OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID
SECTION 24; ON THE SOUTH BY A STRAIGHT LINE
DRAWN FROM THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE
SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST
QUARTER OF SAID SECTION 24 TO A POINT ON THE
WEST LINE OF SAID SECTION 24 WHICH IS DISTANT
450 FEET SOUTH OF THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF THE
100 FOOT RIGHT OF WAY OF SAID RAILWAY
COMPANY, SAID SOUTHERLY LINE BEING A LINE
DRAWN PARALLEL WITH AND DISTANT 56 FEET
SOUTHEASTERLY AS MEASURED AT RIGHT
ANGLES, FROM THE CENTER LINE OF THE MAIN
TRACK OF SAID RAILWAY COMPANY AS
ORIGINALLY LOCATED AND ESTABLISHED; AND ON
THE EAST BY THE EAST LINE OF THE NORTHWEST
QUARTER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID
SECTION 24; EXCEPTING THEREFROM THAT PART
THAT LIES NORTHWESTERLY OF A LINE DRAWN
PARALLEL WITH AND DISTANT 8.5 FEET
SOUTHEASTERLY, AS MEASURED AT RIGHT
ANGLES, FROM THE CENTER LINE OF THE MOST
SOUTHERLY SIDE TRACK LC. C. NO. 114 OF SAID
RAILWAY COMPANY, AS NOW LOCATED AND
ESTABLISHED, ALL IN THE COUNTY OF RAMSEY,
STATE OF MINNESOTA.
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as follows:
1. On November 2, 1998, the planning commission recommended that the city council approve this permit.
2. The city council held a public hearing on November 23, 1998 City staffpublished a notice in the paper
and sent notices to the surrounding property owners as required by law. The council gave everyone at
the hearing a chance to speak and present written statements. The council also considered reports and
recommendations of the city staff and planning commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED thatthe city council approve 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.
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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 generate only minimal vehicular traffic on local streets and would not create traffic
congestion or unsafe access on existing or proposed streets.
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. 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.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes -all
Mayor Rossbach moved to approve a parking waiver for the Bulk Storage facility at 1300 N. McKnight Road
allowing fewer parking spaces than the number required by code. The code requires 109 for the Bulk Storage
warehouse building (after the proposed shipping-dock addition), none are required. This waiver is based on the
following reasons:
1. Bulk Storage is not atypical business with typical parking needs. The majority ofthe vehicular activity
is truck transit that would not benefit from paved parking and drive areas.
2. Paved parking and drives would not enhance the appearance ofthe site. Six paved parking stalls (there
are six employees at the warehouse facility) amid acres of unpaved space would provide no esthetic
benefit
3. It is better to leave the ground unpaved to absorb storm runoff instead ofsheet-draining large areas into
the wetlands.
The city council may require the owner/operator to add paved parking and driveways if the city council
determines the use of the site and building has changed to warrant paving.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes -all
Mayor Rossbach moved to approve the plans date-stamped October 7 and October 21, 1998 for the addition to the
Bulk Storage building at 1300 N. McKnight Road and the proposed office building west of Bulk Storage between
McKnight Road and Lakewood Drive. The property owner shall:
1. Repeat this review in two years if the city has not issued a building permit for this project.
2. Provide the following before getting a building permit for the proposed office building:
a. A grading, drainage, utility and erosion control plan to the city engineer for approval. The
erosion control plan shall comply with ordinance requirements. The grading and drainage
plan shall show the wetland delineation line to verify compliance with setback requirements.
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b. A revised landscape plan for staff approval indicating the sizes and types of plantings
proposed for the office site frontage.
c. Revised building elevations, for review and approval by the community design review board,
if the applicant proposes to change the building design.
3. Complete the following before occupying the office building:
a. Restore and sod damaged boulevards.
b. Install handicap-parking signs for the handicap-parking space.
c. Screen roof-mounted equipment, if used, that would be visible from residential property.
d. Construct a trash dumpster enclosure if there will be any outdoor storage of refuse. The
enclosures must match the building in color and materials. There must be a closeable gate
that is 100% opaque.
e. Install an in-ground sprinkler system for all landscaped areas.
f Repair and repaint the existing warehouse building and remove graffiti.
4. If any required work is not done on the office or office site when the applicant requests a certificate of
occupancy, 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 city receives cash escrow or an irrevocable letter of credit for the required work. The
amount shall be 200 percent ofthe cost of the unfinished work. Any unfinished landscaping
shall be completed by June 1 if the building is occupied in the fall or winter, or within six
weeks of occupancy if the building is occupied in the spring or summer.
5. Provide several signs along the wetland edge on the warehouse site. The number and placement ofthese
signs shall be determined by staff These signs shall prohibit any building, mowing, cutting, filling or
dumping in or around the wetland.
6. All work shall follow the approved plans. The director of community development may approve minor
changes.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes -Mayor Rossbach
Councilmembers Allenspach, Carlson &
Koppen
Nay -Councilmember Kittridge
I. AWARD OF BIDS
1. 1999 State Contract for the printing of Maplewood in Motion
a. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
b. Parks and Recreation Director Anderson presented the specifics of the report.
Mayor Rossbach moved to reject all prior bids and to bring back next month to Council.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes -all
J. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Due to prior public discussion already held on the items under unfinished business Councilmember Kittridge
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moved to limit public testimony listed under unfinished business to thirty minutes in favor and thirty minutes
against each issue.
Seconded by Koppen Ayes -all
1. Bruentrup Farm
a. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report and presented the specifics of the report.
b. Mayor Rossbach asked if anyone wished to speak before the Council regarding
this matter. The following persons were heard:
Victoria Cox, President of White Bear Lake Center of the Arts
Peter Boulay, President Maplewood Historical Society
Victoria Cox, second appearance
Lynn Haugen, Director White Bear Lake Center of the Arts
The issue will be broughtbackto the December meeting. Fundraisingwill continue withthe Maplewood Historical
Society and the White Bear Association. CityStaffwillspeakwithDecisionResources,amarketingresearchfirm,
with the intent to solicit private funds to pay for their services.
2. Dispatch Services
a. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report and presented the specifics of the report.
b. Assistant to the City Manager Mike Erickson
c. Police Chief Don Winger gave a presentation on current staffing and procedural manners and
what those staffing and procedural manners will be if the City contracts with the County.
d. Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher and staff responded to a flyer that had been distributed
to the public that contained incorrect information.
e. Mayor Rossbach asked if anyone wished to speak before the Council regarding
this matter. following persons were heard:
Dominic Ramacier, 865 Lakewood Drive
Bruce Jerome, 1637 Currie Street
John Olzenak, 1004 S. Dennis Street
Michael Smith, 7485 Knowlood Drive, Moundsview
Bob Pavlak Jr., 3030 Standridge Place
Greg Engfer, 533 S. Lakewood Drive
Cabot Welchin, 1830 E. County Road B
Tim Flor, 1641 Brooks Avenue
John Melander, 458 S. Sterling
Bob Vorwerk, 2306 E. Maple Lane
Kathleen Juenemann, 721 Mt. Vernon East
Dorthy Larson, 1077 S. Sterling Street
Dick Dreger, Sturgeon Lake
Tom Pulma, 1844
Anne Fosburg, 2516 East Idaho
Fran Juker,1965 Barkley
Councilmember Kittridge moved to direct staff to enter into an agreement with Ramsey County to provide
dispatching services for the city.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - Councilmembers Carlson, Kittridge &Koppen
Nays - Mayor Rossbach & Councilmember
Allenspach
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Mayor Rossbach moved to complete the agenda exceeding the time beyond policy.
Seconded by Councilmember Kittridge Ayes -all
K. NEW BUSINESS
1. Fuel Station Ordinance Amendment
a. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
b. Community Development Director Coleman presentedthe specifics ofthe report.
c. Mayor Rossbach asked if anyone wished to speak before the Council regarding
this matter. The following person was heard:
Mark Nelson, Manager of Real Estate for Holiday Companies
Councilmember Koppen moved to amend the following Ordinance amending motor fuel station requirements.
ORDINANCE #792
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING MOTOR FUEL STATION REQUIREMENTS
The Maplewood City Council approves the following changes to the Maplewood Code of Ordinances:
Section 1. This section changes Sections 36-6 and 36-151(b)(9)(h) as follows (additions are underlined and
deletions are crossed out):
Section 36-6. DeFmitions.
Minor Motor Fuel Station: A retail business engaged in the sale of motor vehicle fuels with a maximum of
three tie-~2~ dispensers. Fuel dispensers shall be designed to serve only two cars at once.
Maj or motor fuel station: A retail business engaged in the sale of motor vehicle fuels that has more than three
twe-~2~ dispensers.
Sections 36-151(b)(9)(h). Conditional Uses.
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Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect after the city publishes it in the official newspaper.
Seconded by Councilmember Kittridge Ayes -all
2. NSP Franchise Agreements
a. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
b. Assistant City Manager Ericson presented the specifics of the report.
c. Mayor Rossbach asked if anyone wished to speak before the Council regarding
this matter. The following person was heard:
John Wertish, NSP Community Service Manager
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Mayor Rossbach moved to table for two weeks.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes -all
L. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
NONE
M. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
NONE
N. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
NONE
O. ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Carlson moved to adjourn the meeting at 11:10 P.M.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes -all
Karen Guilfoile, City Clerk
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