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MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M., Monday, March 11, 2002
Council Chambers, Municipal Building
Meeting No. 02-OS
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CALL TO ORDER:
A meeting of the City Council was held in the Council Chambers, at the Municipal Building, and was
called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Mayor Cardinal.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Robert Cardinal, Mayor Present
Kenneth V. Collins, Councilmember Present
Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember Present
Marvin C. Koppen, Councilmember Present
Julie A. Wasiluk, Councilmember Present
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the City Council Minutes of February 25. 2002 meeting No.
02-04 as amended.
Page one: Item E, N1. should read Planning Commission/Park Board/City Council
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk
Ayes-All
Councilmember Collins moved to approve the Council Workshop Minutes of February 25. 2002, as
presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann
Ayes-Mayor Cardinal, Councilmembers
Collins, Juenemann, and Koppen
Abstain-Councilmember Wasiluk
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
M1. Maplewood Historical Quilt
M2. Park and Recreation Publication
M3. Tree Planting Reminder
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the Agenda as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann
Ayes-All
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G.
APPOINTMENT S/PRESENTATIONS
The City Council appointed Jacqueline Monahan-Junek to the Maplewood Planning Commission for a
term that will expire on December 31, 2002.
CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
1. Approval of Claims
ACCOUNTS
PAYART.F.
$6,424.70 Checks #57022 thru #57025 dated 2/15 thru
2/21/02
$99,749.96 Checks #57026 thru #57076 dated 2/22 thru
2/26/02
$139,187.73 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 2/15 thru 2/25/02
$18,380.82 Checks #57077 thru #57079 dated 2/26 thru
3/1/02
$328,483.73 Checks #57080 thru #57135 dated 3/5/02
$188,976.80 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 2/22 thru 3/4/02
$781,203.74 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
$372,306.93 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated
3/1/02
$30,449.50 Payroll Deduction checks #88124 thru #88132
dated 3/1/02
$100,263.25 Merit Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits
dated 2/8/02
$503,019.68 Total Payroll
$1,284,223.42 GRAND TOTAL
2. Approval of the Fire Department and EMS Study Expenditure
Approved the expenditure of the $24,000 to $25,000 to The Mercer Group for their assistance in
developing a strategic plan for both fire and EMS and ask that the Finance Department make the
necessary budget adjustment.
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3. Transfer from Community Center Operations Fund to Data Processing Fund
Approved a transfer of $6,130.27 from the Community Center Operations Fund to the Data Processing
Fund for the Computer System and (2) authorize the appropriate budget changes.
4. Receipt of Funds -Police Department Training Compensation
Accepted $8,156.43 from the White Bear Lake Police Department from proceeds received from
several partnership training sessions.
5. Community Design Review Board 2001 Annual Report
Accepted the 2001 Community Design Review Board Annual Report.
6. Conditional Use Permit Review -Islamic Institute (1460 Skillman Avenue)
Accepted staffs recommendation to review the permit for the Islamic Institute again only if a problem
arises or if the applicant proposes a change with the following exception: This time extension is subject
to the applicant painting the new roof-top mechanical equipment to match the building by June 30, 2002.
If the applicant has not painted the equipment by then, the city council shall review this permit again.
7. Conditional Use Permit Review -Choice Auto Rental (2923 Highway 61 North)
Accepted staffs recommendation to review the conditional use permit for the motor vehicle rental
business at 2923 Highway 61 North again in one year.
8. Conditional Use Permit Review -Maplewood Corner Shoppes (2303 White Bear Avenue)
Accepted staffs recommendation to review the conditional use permit for the Maplewood Corner Shoppes
at 2303 White Bear Avenue again only if a problem arises with the development or if the owner proposes
a change to the facility.
9. Conditional Use Permit Review -Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall (925 Century Avenue North)
Review the conditional use permit for Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall, 925 Century Avenue North in
one year.
10. Approve Grant to Ramsey/Washington Metro Watershed for WaterFest 2002
Approved a grant to the Ramsey Washington Metro Watershed for WaterFest 2002 in the amount of
$500.00.
11. Change in Minutes -February 11, 2002
Approved the change in minutes from the February 25, 2002 City Council minutes.
12. Historical Society -Food Permit -Fee Waiver
Approved to issue an annual "Temporary Food Sales" permit and waive the $44.00 per day fee.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
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1. 7:00 P.M. Maplewood Toyota-Conditional Use Permit Revision and Design Review
A. Conditional Use Permit Revision
B. Design Approval
a. City Manager Fursman presented the report.
b. Assistant Community Development Director Ekstrand and City Engineer Ahl presented the
specifics of the report.
c. Commissioner Eric Ahlness presented the Planning Commission report.
d. Boardmember Linda Olson presented the Community Design Review Board report
e. Mayor Cardinal opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents. The following
persons were heard:
Andy Helchoir, General Manager, 5588 Park Place Drive, Shoreview
Frederick Richter, Steiner Development, 3610 County Road 101, Wayzata
f Mayor Cardinal closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Koppen moved adopt the following resolution approving a conditional use permit
revision fora 4.972-square-foot service area addition on Maplewood Toyota at 2873 Highway 61:
RESOLUTION 02-03-027
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVISION RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Steve McDaniels, of Maplewood Toyota, applied for a conditional use permit revision to add onto
an automobile repair garage.
WHEREAS, Section 36-151(b)(9) requires a CUP for maintenance garages.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to the property at 2873 Highway 61. The legal description is:
Subject to widened STH 61/1, Lot 101 Gardena Addition to Ramsey County, MN.
(PIN 04-29-22-41-0006)
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as follows:
On February 20, 2002, the planning commission recommended that the city council approve this permit.
On March 11, 2002, the city council held a public hearing. The city staff published a notice in the paper
and sent notices to the surrounding property owners. 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:
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The use would be located, designed, maintained, constructed and operated to be in conformity with the
city's Comprehensive Plan and Code of Ordinances.
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.
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.
The use would maximize the preservation of and incorporate the site's natural and scenic features into the
development design.
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. The director of community development
may approve minor changes.
2. The proposed construction must be substantially started within one year of city council approval or the
permit shall end. The council may extend this deadline for one year.
3. The city council shall review this permit in one year.
4. Beam Avenue shall not be used for loading or unloading.
5. The applicant shall be required to submit a drainage and utility plan to the City Engineer for review and
approval as noted in condition 2b on page 4 of the staff report. The City Engineer shall require the
applicant to implement storm water quality improvements into the final drainage and utility plan that
shall include the addition of rainwater gardens, an improvement and regrading of the storm water outlet
pond, and other reasonable (as determined by the City Engineer) storm water quality improvements
such that the site begins to implement runoff standards typical to property within the shoreland district.
If a reasonable agreement with the property owner cannot be achieved by the City Engineer, this
Conditional Use Permit Revision and Design Approval shall be returned to the City Council for
consideration.
Seconded by Councilmember Collins Ayes-All
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Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the plans date-stamped January 23, 2002, fora 4,972-square-foot
service area addition on the south side of Maplewood Toyota. This approval is based on the findings required
by the city code. The approval shall be subject to the applicant or owner meeting the following conditions:
a. Repeat this review in two years if the city has not issued a building permit for this project.
b. Before the city issues a building permit, the applicant shall submit a grading, drainage, utility
and erosion control plan to the city engineer for approval. All curb removal, curb replacement
and paving overlay shall be subject to the requirements of the city engineer.
c. Before the city issues a building permit, the applicant shall submit a revised site plan for staff
approval showing enough customer parking spaces on the main Toyota Dealership site north of
the building. This parking shall be signed for "customer parking." The applicant shall provide
written justification for staff verifying that there will be sufficient customer parking provided.
The revised site plan shall provide for all of the handicap parking spaces to be placed adjacent to
the building. There shall be enough spaces to meet ADA (Americans with Disability Act)
requirements. These spaces shall be striped according to ADA requirements.
d. Before the city issues a building permit, the applicant shall submit a photometric plan for the
new exterior lighting proposed on the site.
e. Complete the following before occupying the addition:
1) Any new roof-mounted mechanical equipment on the addition shall be painted to match
the building. Any roof-top equipment visible from nearby homes must be screened
according to ordinance.
2) Install fire protection and alarm systems as required by the fire marshal.
3) Repair all damaged sections of the chain link fence, repair/replace the broken fascia on
the northerly shed and remove any debris and stored materials that are in the open. At
the applicants discretion, instead of repairing or replacing the damaged sections of chain
link fence, the chain link fence located on the west side of the lot can be removed
entirely.
4) Patch the parking lot not planned for bituminous overlay, restripe all customer-parking
areas, overlay the south parking lot and install all proposed new curbing.
5) Redirect the two wall-mounted lights on the west side of the building to face directly
downward as well as any new west-facing lights on the addition.
6) The replacement curb shall be continuous concrete curbing, subject to the design
requirements of the city engineer.
If any required work is not done, the city may allow temporary occupancy if:
1) The city determines that the work is not essential to the public health, safety or welfare.
2) The city receives cash escrow or an irrevocable letter of credit for the required work.
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The amount shall be 150 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.
3) The city receives an agreement that will allow the city to complete any unfinished work.
g. All work shall follow the approved plans. The director of community development may approve
minor changes.
h. The city encourages the applicant to remove one or more of the three sheds on the property.
Seconded by Councilmember Collins Ayes-All
2. 7:10 St. Jerome's Church Addition (380 Roselawn Avenue)
A. Conditional Use Permit Revision
B. Design Approval
a. City Manager Fursman presented the report.
b. Assistant Community Development Director Ekstrand presented the specifics of the report.
c. Commissioner Eric Ahlness presented the Planning Commission report.
d. Boardmember Linda Olson presented the Community Design Review Board report
e. Mayor Cardinal opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents. The following
persons were heard:
Eric Ketelsen, MCI Architects, Inc., 1439 Blair Avenue
Ken Klutske, 458 Woodriff Avenue, Roseville
Jerry Bimmer, 2011 Edgemont Street
Father Ken Ludescher, Pastor of St. Jeromes
Mayor Cardinal closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the following resolution adopting the resolution granting a
conditional use permit revision and design approval for the expansion of a preschool at St. Jerome's
Catholic School:
RESOLUTION 02-03-028
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, St. Jerome's Catholic School applied for a conditional use permit for the expansion
of a preschool;
WHEREAS, this permit applies to property located at 380 Roselawn Avenue East, Maplewood,
Minnesota. The legal description is:
The East'/z of the NW Quarter of the NW Quarter of the SW Quarter of Section 17, Township
29, Range 22; and also the N 233 ft of the E 160 ft of the W 327.31 ft of the S W '/4 of Section 17,
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Township 29, Range 22; and also the S 75 ft of the N 433 ft of the W '/z of the NW '/4 of the NW Quarter
of the S W '/4, Section 17, Township 29, Range 22; and also the W '/z of the NE '/4 of the NW '/4 of the
S W '/a, Section 17, Township 29, Range 22, except that part deeded to Ramsey County as shown by a
deed in Book 750 of Deeds on page 634, and except an easement for highway purposes; and also S 125
ft of the N 358 ft of the W 327 and 327.31 ft of the N Quarter of the NW Quarter of the S W Quarter of
Section 17, Township 29, Range 22, subject to the rights of the public in highways, according to the
United States Government Survey thereof.
WHEREAS, the Ramsey County Property Identification Number for this property is as follows:
17-29-22-32-0004.
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as follows:
1. On February 20, 2002, the planning commission recommended that the city council approve the
conditional use permit.
2. On March 11 2002, the city council held a public hearing. City staff published a notice in the
Maplewood Review and sent notices to the surrounding property owners. The council conducted
the public hearing whereby all public present were given a chance to speak and present written
statements. The city council also considered reports and recommendations from the city staff
and planning commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the city council approves the above-described
conditional use permit based on the building and site plans. The city approved this 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 runoff, 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.
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Approval of the conditional use permit is subject to the following conditions:
1. All construction of St. Jerome's Preschool addition shall follow the site plan approved by the
city. The director of community development may approve minor changes.
2. The proposed preschool addition 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 Juenemann Ayes-All
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the plans date stamped January 9, 2002, fora 3,800 square foot
addition to St. Jerome's Catholic School. The city is approving these plans based on the findings required by
code. The applicant shall do the following:
a. Repeat this review in two years if the City has not issued a building permit for this project.
b. Complete the following before the City issues a building permit:
(1) Provide a revised landscape plan to be approved by staff showing: three ornamental trees of at
least 1 '/z caliper inch to be planted on the west side of the addition, across the drive aisle; and
low-maintenance shrubbery or perennial plants to be planted along the new sidewalk, around the
proposed bollard lights.
(2) Submit a grading, drainage, utility and erosion control plan to the city engineer for approval.
c. Complete the following before occupying the building:
(1) Screen all new roof-mounted equipment visible from streets or adjacent property.
(2) St. Jerome's School is exempt from the dumpster screening requirements as long as the
dumpsters are stored on the southwest corner of the lot, in between the school and the
garage and remains screened by surrounding mature trees.
(3) All exterior lighting installed must comply with the city's lighting ordinance and must
not exceed a 0.4-foot candle at the property line.
d. If any required work is not done, the City may allow temporary occupancy if:
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(1) The City determines that the work is not essential to the public health, safety or welfare.
(2) The City receives a cash escrow or an irrevocable letter of credit for the required work.
The amount shall be 150% of the cost of the unfinished work.
(3) The City receives an agreement that will allow the City to complete any unfinished work.
e. All work shall follow the approved plans. The Director of Community Development may
approve minor changes.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
7:20 Code Amendment -Pawn Shops and Currency Exchange Businesses (First reading) - 4
Votes
a. City Manager Fursman presented the report.
b. Assistant City Manager Coleman presented the specifics of the report.
c. Commissioner Eric Ahlness presented the Planning Commission report.
d. Boardmember Linda Olson presented the Community Design Review Board report
e. Mayor Cardinal opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents. The following
person was heard:
Linda Olson, 2005 E. County Road C, Maplewood
£ Mayor Cardinal closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the following resolution adopting the ordinance amendments
that clari . lan_ aye to the pawnbroker licensing requirements sped , ins that a conditional use permit
is required for pawnbrokers and also relocates the newly adopted currency exchange ordinance form
under the pawn broker article to its own article. The second ordinance (business commercial zoning
district amendment) revises the Business Commercial and Light Manufacturing zoning district.
ORDINANCE NO. 824
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE PAWNBROKER AND
CURRENCY EXCHANGE LICENSING REQUIREMENTS
The Maplewood City Council approves the following changes to the Maplewood Code of Ordinances:
Section 1. This amends Section 22-20 (Pawnbroker Licensing Application) by clarifying the licensing
requirements for pawnbrokers [deletions are stricken and additions are underlined]:
Sec. 22-20. Applications for licenses.
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The applicant for a pawnbroker's license under this article shall apply to the city clerk for such license and a
copy thereof shall be forwarded to the chief of police. The chief of police, or an officer duly detailed bj the
chief for such purpose, shall investigate the applicant and report the results of such investigation to the city
council.
The city council must approve all pawnbroker's license. The city council ma,~pprove an application for the
followine reasons:
1. Violation of any provision of the state pawnbroker law contained in Minnesota Statutes
2. The location of the proposed business does not comply with applicable zoning, building or fire codes.
All pawnbrokers must obtain a conditional use permit.
3. Anv one (11 or more of the reasons. conditions or standards for adverse action under Section 36-435 of
the city code
Section 2. This amendment moves Section 22.1 (Currency Exchange) to Article ILA.:
ARTICLE II. PAWNBROKERS
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ARTICLE ILA. CURRENCY EXCHANGE
al Definition: The term "currency exchange" is defined in Minnesota Statutes Section 53A.01. subdivision
1. Currency exchange means anyperson, except a bank, trust company, savings bank, savings and loan
association, credit union, or industrial loan or thrift company, enff~aged in the business of cashing checks,
drafts, money orders or travelers' checks for a fee. Currency exchange does not include a person who
provides these services incidental to the person's primary business if the charge for cashing a check or
draft does not exceed one dollar ($1.00) or one (1) percent of the value of the check or draft, whichever
is ereater.
(b) License required. No person shall exercise, carry on or engage in the trade or business of currency
exchange in Maplewood without first having obtained a license from the city to do so in conformance
with this Chapter and Minnesota Statutes Chapter 53A.
(c) Each license shall be issued to the applicant only and shall not be transferable.
(d) Each license shall be issued only for the premises described in the application and shall not be
transferable to a differentlocation.
(e) No change in ownership, control or location of a license shall be permitted except by amendment to the
license. Such license amendment must be approved by the City Council.
(fl No more than one (1) currency exchange license shall be issued by the City at any time. The City shall
_i~ve priorit,~qualified applicants for renewal of an existing license.
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(g) License fee. The amount of the annual license fee for a currency exchange license under this article
shall be imposed, established, set and fixed by the City Council, by resolution, from time to time.
(h) Applications for license. The applicant for a currency exchange license under this article shall apply to
the city clerk for such license and a copy thereof shall be forwarded to the chief of police. The chief of
police, or an officer duly detailed by the chief for such purpose, shall investigate the applicant and report
the results of such investigation to the City Council.
The City Council must approve all currency exchange licenses. The City Council may disapprove an
application for the following reasons:
1. Violation of any nrovision of the state currency exchange law contained in Chanter 53A
2. The location of the proposed business does not comply with applicable zoning, building or fire codes.
All currency exchange businesses must obtain a conditional use permit.
3. Anv one (11 or more of the reasons. conditions or standards for adverse action under Section 36-435 of
City Code.
Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect after the city publishes it in the official newspaper.
ORDINANCE NO. 825
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BUSINESS COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT
The Maplewood City Council approves the following changes to the Maplewood Code of Ordinances:
Section 1. This amendment revises Section 36-151 to allow pawnbrokers and currency exchanges within the
Business Commercial and Light Manufacturing zoning districts with a conditional use permit if at least three
hundred fifty (350) feet or more from any property the city is planning for residential use [deletions are stricken
and additions are underlined]:
Section 36-151(a). Permitted uses. The city shall only permit the following uses by right:
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Section 36-151(b). Conditional uses. The following uses must have a conditional use permit:
(13)
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Pawnbroker as defined in Section 22. All pawnbrokers are subject to the following:
1. They must be located at least three hundred fift~(350) feet from a residential lot line, and three
hundred fift3%(350) feet of any school or church.
2. City licensing as regulated in section 22 of the city code.
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Currency Exchange as defined in Section 22. All currency exchanges are subject to the following:
1. They must be located at least three hundred fift~(350) feet from a residential lot line, and three
hundred fift~(350) feet of any school or church.
2. City licensing as regulated in Section 22 of the city code.
Section 2. This ordinance shall take effect after the city publishes it in the official newspaper.
Seconded by Councilmember Collins Ayes-All
I. AWARD OF BIDS
None
J. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. County Road D Improvements, Project 01-15
A. Resolution Removing Overlay between Hazelwood and White Bear Avenue from Project
Work
a. City Manager Fursman presented the report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented the specifics of the report.
Councilmember Wasiluk moved to adopt the following resolution removing the overlayproiect
between Hazelwood Street and White Bear Avenue from the overall County Road D Improvement
Project, City Project, 01-15.
RESOLUTION 02-03-029
REMOVING OVERLAY FROM ORDERED PROJECT AFTER PUBLIC HEARING
WHEREAS, a resolution of the city council adopted the 14th day of January 2002, fixed a date
for a council hearing on the proposed street and utility improvements on County Road D, between
Hazelwood Street and McKnight Road, City Project 01-15.
AND WHEREAS, the hearing was duly held on January 28, 2002.
AND WHEREAS, the project included two phases, one east of White Bear Avenue to McKnight
Road as afull reconstruction project, and one phase west of White Bear Avenue to Hazelwood Street.
AND WHEREAS, the City Engineer was directed to prepare project plans for both phases of the
improvement.
AND WHEREAS, the City Engineer has reported that the phase west of White Bear Avenue to
Hazelwood Street is probably not feasible as proposed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA, as follows:
1. That the improvement of County Road D between Hazelwood Street and White Bear Avenue is
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hereby removed from the project as ordered on the 28~' day of January 2002.
2. That it remains necessary, cost-effective and feasible, as detailed in the feasibility report, that the
City of Maplewood make street and utility improvements on County Road D, between White
Bear Avenue and McKnight Road, City Project 01-15.
3. Such improvement, east of White Bear Avenue to McKnight Road, remains ordered as proposed
in the council resolution adopted the 28th day of January 2002.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
K. NEW BUSINESS
1. Comfort Bus Sanitary Sewer Realignment, Project 01-21:
A. Resolution Approving Plans and Advertising for Bids
a. City Manager Fursman presented the report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented the specifics of the report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the following resolution that accepts the report and
orders the improvement for the sanitary sewer main repair at the proposed Comfort Bus site. City
Project 01-21:
RESOLUTION 02-03-032
APPROVING PLANS AND ADVERTISING FOR BIDS
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution passed by the city council on December 17, 2001, plans and
specifications for the Comfort Bus Sanitary Sewer Relocation, City Project 01-21, have been prepared
by (or under the direction of) the city engineer, who has presented such plans and specifications to the
council for approval,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
1. Such plans and specifications, acopy of which are attached hereto and made a part hereof, are
hereby approved and ordered placed on file in the office of the city clerk.
2. The city clerk shall prepare and cause to be inserted in the official paper and in the Construcrion
Bullerin an advertisement for bids upon the making of such improvement under such approved
plans and specifications. The advertisement shall be published twice, at least ten days before the
date set for bid opening, shall specify the work to be done, shall state that bids will be publicly
opened and considered by the council at 10:00 a.m., on the 17th day of April, 2002, at the city
hall and that no bids shall be considered unless sealed and filed with the clerk and accompanied
by a certified check or bid bond, payable to the City of Maplewood, Minnesota for five percent
of the amount of such bid.
3. The city clerk and city engineer are hereby authorized and instructed to receive, open, and read
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aloud bids received at the time and place herein noted, and to tabulate the bids received. The
council will consider the bids, and the award of a contract, at the regular city council meeting of
April 22, 2002.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes-All
2. Maple Hills Lift Station Relocation, Project 02-04:
Resolution Accepting Report, Calling for Public Hearing and Authorizing the Preparation of
Plans and Specifications
a. City Manager Fursman presented the report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented the specifics of the report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the following resolution accepting report, calling for a
public hearing and authorizing the preparation of plans and specifications for the lift station relocation at
the Maple Hills Development, Project 02-04:
RESOLUTION 02-03-30
ACCEPTING REPORT, CALLING FOR PUBLIC HEARING, AND
AUTHORIZING PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution of the council adopted January 28, 2002, a report has been
prepared by the city engineering division with reference to the Maple Hills Lift Station Relocation
Project, City Project 02-04, and this report was received by the council on March 11, 2002, and
WHEREAS, the report provides information regarding whether the proposed project is
necessary, cost-effective, and feasible, and
WHEREAS, the financing of all essential work is clearly defined and will be paid for by the
developer and the Maplewood Sanitary Sewer Fund, and
WHEREAS, it is important that the design of this project begin as soon as possible,
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 $
2. A public hearing shall be held on such proposed improvement on the 25th day of March, 2002,
in the council chambers of city hall at 7:30 p.m. and the clerk shall give mailed and published
notice of such hearing and improvement as required by law.
3. The city engineer is designated engineer for this improvement and is hereby directed to begin the
preparation of final plans and specifications for the making of said improvement.
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4. Furthermore, additional funds in the amount of $45,000 are appropriated to begin the preparation
of these final plans and specifications.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes-All
3. Hillcrest Animal Hospital Water Main Improvement, Project 01-28:
Resolution Accepting Report and Calling for Public Hearing
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented the specifics of the report.
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the following resolution accepting the report, calling for a
public hearing for 7:15 on March 25, 2002 for the T.H. 61/County Road D (Hillcrest Animal Hospital)
Water Main Improvements. Project 01-28:
RESOLUTION 02-03-031
ACCEPTING REPORT AND CALLING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution of the council adopted December 10, 2001, a report has been
prepared by the city engineering division with reference to the improvement of Hillcrest Animal
Hospital Water Main Improvement at T.H. 61 and County Road D, City Project 01-28, and this report
was received by the council on March 11, 2002, 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 water main improvements in the area of T.H. 61 and County Road D 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 $242,700.
2. A public hearing shall be held on such proposed improvement on the 25th day of March, 2002,
in the council chambers 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 Collins Ayes-All
4. Holloway/McKnight Signal System, City Project 01-03:
A. Approve Project Initiation
B. Approve Signal Justification Report
C. Approve Project Plans
D. Approve Cost Share Agreement with Ramsey County
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a. City Manger Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented the specifics of the report.
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the initiation of the proiect, the signal justification report
(available in the city engineer's offices proiect plans and the cost sharing agreement with Ramsey
County for an estimated amount of $3,975 and authorize the mayor and city manager to execute said
agreement.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
5. Sewer Claim at 943 Century Avenue
a. City Manger Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented the specifics of the report.
a The following persons were heard:
Ron Cockreil, 943 Century Avenue North, Maplewood
Councilmember Koppen moved to authorization of a $3.000 payment to Ron Cockreil to assist with
nayment of a sewer service repair at 943 Century Avenue North.
Seconded by Councilmember Collins Ayes-All
6. Markham Pond Outlet Improvements, Project 02-02:
Resolution Approving Preliminary Report and Calling for Public Hearing
a. City Manger Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl asked that this item be table until the March 25, 2002 City Council meeting.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to table Markham Ponds Outlet Improvements, City Project 02-02
unit the March 25. 2002 meeting.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes-All
7. Alcohol Non-Compliance Penalty -The Rock
a. City Manger Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Clerk Guilfoile presented the specifics of the report.
a The following parties were heard:
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Michael Ogren, 2029 Woodlynn Avenue, Maplewood
Councilmember Collins moved to impose a one thousand dollar fine to The Rock for a first time liquor
violation.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes-All
8. Alcohol Non-Compliance Penalty -Bleechers
a. City Manger Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Clerk Guilfoile presented the specifics of the report.
a The following parties were heard:
Stephen Yantes, 2220 White Bear Avenue, Maplewood
Councilmember Collins moved to impose a five hundred dollar fine to Bleechers for a first time liquor
violation.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes-All
L. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
Ron Cockreil Mr. Cockreil thanked the council for adoption of a resolution in support of School
District 622. He also denied any financial support from the city in order to leave his claim open. He
will continue to pursue his claim with the League of Minnesota Cities.
M. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
City Historical Quilt-The city council will discuss this topic at the March 25, 2002
Council/Manger's workshop.
2. Parks and Recreation Catalog-Councilmember Koppen was concerned that the Mayors column
in the recent Maplewood In Motion addressed national issues rather than city issues. Parks and
Recreation Director Anderson presented the new format of the Maplewood and Motion
publication.
3. Friend of the Parks Tree Sale-Councilmember Juenemann encouraged everyone to make a gift of
a tree to the park and that the deadline is April 12, 2002.
N. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
None
O. ADJOURNMENT
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Councilmember Collins moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:09 P.M.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes -All
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