HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-24-2000MINUTES MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M., Monday, July 24, 2000
Council Chambers, Municipal Building
Meeting No. 00-15
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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 Cardinal.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
ROLL CALL:
Robert Cardinal, Mayor Present
Sherry Allenspach, Councilmember Present
Kenneth V. Collins, Councilmember Present
Marvin C. Koppen, Councilmember Absent
Julie A. Wasiluk, Councilmember Present
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Councilmember Allenspach moved to approve the minutes of CounciUManager Workshop (July 10,
2000) as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Collins Ayes -all
Councilmember Wasiluk moved to approve the minutes of Meeting No. 00-14 (July 10, 2000) as
presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes -all
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Councilmember Collins moved to approve the Agenda as amended:
M 1. Special Meeting -August 1, 2000 at 8:00 p.m. with Crowns regarding the hiring process for the
City Manager Position.
M2. Ancom Communications in reference to 125 Motorola Pagers
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes -all
APP OINT MENT S/PRESENTATIONS
None
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CONSENT AGENDA:
Councilmember Allenspach moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes -all
1. Approval of Claims
Approved the claims.
ACCOUNTS
PAYABLE
$1,500.00 Checks #8331 dated 7-3-00
$97,976.19 Checks #50490 thru #50579 dated 7-11-00
$320,8843.00 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 7-5 thru 7-10-00
$290,024.51 Checks #8332 thru #8340 dated 7-10 thru 7-13-00
$273,114.82 Checks #50582 thru #50688 dated 7-18-00
$124737.08 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 7-11 thru 7-17-00
$3,996,195.60 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
$328,051.89 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 7-7-00
$24,568.02 Payroll Deduction check #79249 thru #79256 dated 7-7-00
$352,619.91 Total Payroll
$4,348,815.51 GRAND TOTAL
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Authorization for Program Participation
Approved participation in an alcohol compliance program administered through the University of
Minnesota.
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Donation to Police Reserves
Accepted $500 donation from the White Bear Avenue Business Association for the Maplewood
Police Department Reserve Program.
4.
Conditional Use Permit Review -Preschool (47 Century Avenue South)
Approved the review of the conditional use permit for a preschool at 47 Century Avenue South.
This will not be reviewed again unless a problem arises or if the applicant proposes a change.
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Conditional Use Permit Review -Excel Air Systems (2075 Prosperity Road)
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Approved the review of the conditional use permit for Excel Air Systems at 2075 Prosperity Road.
This will not be reviewed again unless a problem arises or if the applicant proposes a change.
6. Change Order No. 3 for MCC and Final Acceptance of Fitness Expansion Project
Approved Change Order No. 3 for $7,143.30 with the monies to be allocated from the city~s park
acquisition fund and accepted the project as recommended by the architect, city building official,
and parks and recreation department director.
7. Budget Change -Youth Sports Clinics
Approved the budget changes in the amount of $9,700 to pay for contracted services and to
purchase program supplies for the youth sports clinics.
8. Budget Transfer -Recorder and Transcription Machine -City Clerk and City Council
Approved the transfer of funds from the contingency account, not to exceed $3,700.00 for the
purchase of replacement equipment per a quote from Lanier.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
7:00 P.M. (7:06 P.M.) US West Telecommunications Monopole (1194 County Road C)
a. Mayor Cardinal convened the meeting for a public hearing.
b. Acting City Manager Haider introduced the staff report.
a Community Development Director Coleman presented the specifics of the report.
d. Boardmember Jon LaCasse presented the Community Design Review Board report.
e. Chairperson Lorraine Fischer presented the Planning Commission report.
f Mayor Cardinal opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents. The
following person was heard:
David Shippee, Council President, Lakeview Lutheran Church
g. Mayor Cardinal closed the public hearing.
A. Conditional Use Permit
Councilmember Collins moved to adopt the following resolution approving a conditional
use permit to allow up to a 75-foot-tall telecommunications monopole and related
equipment. This approval is for the property at 1194 County Road C:
RESOLUTION 00-07-076
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Mr. Dale Casper, representing US West Wireless, applied for a conditional use
permit to install up to a 75-foot-tall telecommunications monopole and related equipment.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to the property at 1194 County Road C. The legal
description is:
Speiser~s Arbolada, subject to road and vacated road accruing, Lots 1, 2 and 3, Block
1, in the north one-half of Section 9, Township 29, Range 22 in Ramsey County,
Minnesota. (PIN~s 09-29-22-11-0050, 0051, 0052)
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as follows:
On July 6, 2000, the planning commission recommended approval of this request.
2. The city council held a public hearing on July 24, 2000. 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 that the city council approve the above-described
conditional use permit, because:
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
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 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
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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 plans dated May 26, 2000, as approved by the
city. The director of community development may approve minor changes.
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. The applicant or owner shall allow the collocation of other providers-
telecommunications equipment on the proposed tower with reasonable lease
conditions.
Any antenna that is not used for a year shall be deemed abandoned and maybe
required to be removed.
6. The applicant or US West Wireless shall post a bond or other guarantee with the city
to ensure proper removal of the antenna and monopole and the restoration of the site.
7. Before the city issues a building permit for this monopole, the church shall build a
trash enclosure (as required by the 1994 CUP approval for the church) and restripe
the parking lot.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes -all
B. Design Approval
Councilmember Collins moved to approve the site and design plans date-stamped May 26,
2000, for up to a 75-foot-tall telecommunications monopole and equipment to the property
at 1194 County Road C. Approval is based on the findings required by code and subject to
the applicant doing the following
Repeat this review in two years if the city has not issued permits for this
project.
2. Before the city issues a building permit, city staff must approve a landscaping plan
for the property. This plan shall show the planting of a mix of Austrian Pine and
Norway Pine trees to the northeast of the existing church parking lot on the hill.
These trees are to help screen the base area from the homes along County Road C.
These trees shall be at least eight feet tall, balled and burlapped and shall be planted
in staggered rows.
If the landscaping or trees are not installed by the completion of the tower, the city
shall require the applicant to provide a cash escrow or an irrevocable letter of credit
for the required work. The amount shall be 200 percent of the cost of the unfinished
work. Any unfinished landscaping shall be completed within six weeks of
occupancy.
4. All work shall follow the approved plans. The director of community development
may approve minor changes.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes -all
2. 7:10 P.M. (7:22 P.M.) Super America (1750 White Bear Avenue)
a. Mayor Cardinal convened the meeting for a public hearing.
b. Acting City Manager Haider introduced the staff report.
a Community Development Director Coleman presented the specifics of the report.
d. Boardmember Jon LaCasse presented the Community Design Review Board report.
e. Chairperson Lorraine Fischer presented the Planning Commission report.
f Mayor Cardinal opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents. The
following person was heard:
Michael Cronin, Michael Cronin & Associates, representing SuperAmerica
g. Mayor Cardinal closed the public hearing.
A. Building Setback Variance
Mayor Cardinal moved to approve a 20-foot, instead of a 15-foot, building setback variance
for SuperAmerica~s proposed convenience store at 1750 White Bear Avenue based on the
followine:
There are circumstances that are unique to the property that warrant the proposed
setback variance. The site is a V-shaped corner lot which makes it difficult to site a
building and other improvements.
2. The proposed 20-foot setback will allow proper separation distances between fuel
islands and store, and enhance circulation.
The proposed reduced setback would meet the spirit and intent of the code since
visibility would not be obscured from the adjacent property to the northeast at their
North St. Paul Road driveway.
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4. The new facility will be an enhancement to the overall neighborhood and will move
vent pipes farther away from neighbors.
Seconded by Councilmember Ayes -Mayor Cardinal, Councilmembers
Allenspach, Wasiluk
Nays -Councilmember Collins
B. Conditional Use Permit
Councilmember Collins moved to adopt the following resolution, approving a conditional
use permit to rebuild and enlarge a motor fuel station at 1750 White Bear Avenue:
RESOLUTION 00-07-077
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, SuperAmerica Group, Inc. applied for a conditional use permit to enlarge their
fuel station and convenience store.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to 1750 White Bear Avenue. The legal description is:
ALL OF LOT EIGHT (8) EXCEPT THAT PART LYING NORTH OF AND
NORTHEAST OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED LINES: BEGINNING AT A
POINT ON THE WEST LINE OF SAID LOT EIGHT (8), 3.22 FEET SOUTH OF
THE NORTHWEST CORNER THEREOF; THENCE EAST ON A LINE 3.22
FEET SOUTH OF AND PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH LINE OF SAID LOT
EIGHT (8) TO THE POINT OF INTERSECTION OF A LINE 3.53 FEET
SOUTHWEST OF AND PARALLEL WITH THE NORTHEASTERLY LINE OF
SAID LOT EIGHT (8); THENCE SOUTHEASTERLY ON SAID LINE 3.53 FEET
SOUTHWEST OF THE NORTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT EIGHT (8) TO
THE SOUTHEASTERLY LINE OF SAID LOT EIGHT (8), SAID LINE BEING
THE NORTHWESTERLY LINE OF THE NORTH ST. PAUL ROAD, IN BLOCK
ONE (1), MEISTER~S HIGHLANDS, RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA.
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as follows:
On July 6, 2000, the planning commission recommended that the city council
approve this permit.
2. The city council held a public hearing on July 24, 2000. 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 that the city council approve the above-described
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conditional use permit, because:
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
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.
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:
All construction shall follow the site plan approved by the city. The director of
community development may approve minor changes.
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.
The city council shall review this permit in one year.
4. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of the Minnesota Pollution Control
Agency regarding fuel tanks, fuel spillage, monitoring wells, any contaminated soil,
etc.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes -all
C. Parking Reduction Authorization
Councilmember Collins moved to approve aparking-reduction waiver to allow 11 parking
spaces (five fewer than the code requires). The cit~nnroved this request because:
Most of the customers that would be in the store at a given time are fuel customers
who would leave their cars at the pump islands.
2. A reduction in the parking requirements is justified to create more efficient traffic
flow within the site.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes -all
D. Design Approval
Councilmember Collins moved to approve the site and design plans date-stamped July 5,
2000, for the redevelopment of the SuperAmerica fuel station and convenience store at 1750
White Bear Avenue. The owner shall do the following:
Repeat this review in two years if the city has not issued a building permit for
this project.
2. Submit the following for staff approval before the city issues a building permit:
a. Grading, drainage, utility and erosion control plans.
b. Plans for the design and placement of the trash enclosure. The trash
enclosure shall be large enough for refuse containers and any recycling
containers the applicant may use. The trash enclosure shall have gates that
are 100 percent opaque and extend to the ground.
c. A revised site plan showing:
(1) A 20-foot building setback from the North St. Paul Road right-of-
way.
(2) The driveway access on White Bear Avenue with a width of 36 feet
to have an entrance lane, alert-turn exit lane and aright-turn exit.
These lanes shall be marked with painted arrows on the pavement
depicting the turning movement.
Complete the following before occupying the building:
a. Restore and sod damaged boulevards.
b. Install reflectorized stop signs at all exits and ahandicap-parking sign for the
handicap-parking space.
a Install and maintain an in-ground sprinkler system for all landscaped areas.
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d. Screen the roof-top mechanical equipment as proposed.
e. The site lights shall not exceed the maximum light intensity required by
code. The lights beneath the canopy shall be flush mount. The lenses must
not drop below the bottom of the canopy.
4. 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 city receives cash escrow or an irrevocable letter of credit for the
required work. The amount shall be 200 percent of the 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.
a The city receives an agreement that will allow the city to complete any
unfinished work.
This approval does not include the signs.
6. All work shall follow the approved plans. The director of community development
may approve minor changes.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes -all
I. AWARD OF BIDS
Lift Station No. 9, Project 99-02
a. Acting City Manager Haider introduced the staff report and presented the specifics of the
report.
Councilmember Allenspach introduced the Resolution for Award of Bid for the construction of City
Project 99-02, Gravity Sanitary Sewer for Lift Station 9, to Barbarossa and Sons, Inc. in the amount
of $558,783 and moved for its adoption:
RESOLUTION 00-07-078
RESOLUTION FOR AWARD OF BIDS
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, that the bid of
Barbarossa and Sons, Inc. in the amount of $558,783 is the lowest responsible bid for the
construction of City Project 99-02, Gravity Sanitary Sewer for Lift Station 9 and the mayor and
clerk are hereby authorized and directed to enter into a contract with said bidder for and on behalf
of the city.
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The finance director is hereby authorized to make the financial transfers necessary to implement the
financing plan for the project.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes -all
J. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Highpoint Ridge (County Road D and Highway 61)
Acting City Manager Haider said the city received a letter from Frank Frattalone, the developer of
the project, asking that his item be tabled until the August 14, 2000 council meeting.
Councilmember Collins moved to table this item until the August 14. 2000 city council meeting
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk. Ayes -all
K. NEW BUSINESS
Electrical Permit and Inspection Fees
a. Acting City Manager Haider introduced the staff report.
b. Community Development Director Coleman presented the specifics of the report.
Councilmember Wasiluk moved to adopt the following resolution adopting a new electrical permit
and fee schedule for Maplewood that follows the State of Minnesota Board of Electricity fee
schedule:
RESOLUTION 00-07-079
ELECTRICAL FEES RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Maplewood has adopted the Minnesota State Board of Electricity Rules by reference,
except the fees.
WHEREAS, the State Board of Electricity recently enacted a new fee schedule.
WHEREAS, the Section 9-234 of the city code says that the city will set the fees for electrical
permits and inspections by city council resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that Maplewood amends its fee schedule for
electrical permits and inspections so that it conforms with the State Board of Electricity fee
schedule.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes -all
2. Public Safety Dispatching
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a. Acting City Manager Haider introduced the staff report.
b. Finance Director Faust presented the specifics of the report.
c. Mayor Cardinal opened this item to the public for discussion. The following persons were
heard:
John McNulty, 2029 Duluth Street, Maplewood
Peter Fischer, 2443 Standridge Avenue, Maplewood
Jeanette Hulet, 2021 Kenwood Drive West, Maplewood
Dan Faust, Maplewood Finance Director, explained the previous dispatching costs.
Willis Woldt, 1486 Gervais Avenue, Maplewood
George Rossbach, 1406 East County Road C, Maplewood
Richard Currie, 1937 Kenwood Avenue West, Maplewood
Tom Campbell, 2472 Cypress Street, Maplewood
Lowell Colliander, 1839 Barclay Street, Maplewood
John Maslowski, 1004 S. Dennis Street, Maplewood
Robert Fletcher, Jr., Ramsey County Sheriff
Steve Heinz, 8539 Lake Jane Trail, Lake Elmo
Greg Juenemann, 721 Mt. Vernon Avenue East, Maplewood
Robert Vorwerk, 2306 E. Maple Lane, Maplewood
Kathleen Juenemann, 721 Mt. Vernon Avenue East, Maplewood
Fran Juker, 1965 Barclay Street, Maplewood
Kevin Otto, 942 Demont Avenue East, Maplewood
Elmer Svendsen, 1597 Frost Avenue, Maplewood
Kevin Johnson, 4049 Hadley Avenue North, Oakdale
Fran Juker, second appearance
Greg Juenemann, second appearance
Robert Fletcher, Jr., second appearance
George Rossbach, second appearance
Robert Vorwerk, second appearance
Kathleen Juenemann, second appearance
Sally Dunn, 409 Hickory Lane, Oakdale
Dick Dreger, retired Maplewood Police Officer
d. Mayor Cardinal closed the discussion.
Councilmember Collins moved to have the dispatching services removed from Ramsey County
effective January 1, 2001 and during the interim time have city staff report on the needed upgrades
for equipment, the required number of personnel to make the city~s system functional, and possible
funding sources.
Seconded by Mayor Cardinal Ayes -Mayor Cardinal, Councilmembers
Allenspach and Collins
Nays -Councilmember Wasiluk
L. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
None
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M. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
1. Special Meeting on August 1, 2000 at 8:00 p.m. with Pat Crowns, from PDI, Inc., regarding the
hiring process for the City Manager position.
2. Ancom Communications - 125 Motorola Pagers -Mayor Cardinal wanted to know who received
these pagers. Acting City Manager Haider said they were given to the fire department personnel.
N. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
None
O. ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Collins moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:35 P.M.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes -all
Karen E. Guilfoile, City Clerk
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