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MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M., Monday, March 31, 2003
Council Chambers, Municipal Building
Meeting No. 03-06
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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 7:05 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
1. Minutes from the March 10, 2003 CounciUManager's Workshop
Councilmember Wasiluk moved to approve the CounciUManager Workshop Minutes of March
10. 2003 as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
2. Minutes from the March 10, 2003 City Council Meeting, Meeting No. 03-05
Councilmember Wasiluk moved to approve the City Council Minutes of the March 10, 2003
meeting as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
M1. Sibley Cove Apartment Building
M2. Missing Children
M3. League of Minnesota Cities
M4. Budget Presentation
Councilmember Wasiluk moved to approve the Agenda as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
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F. APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
None
G. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Collins moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
1. Approval of Claims
ACCOUNTS
PAYABLE
$62,527.79 Checks #60365 thru #60406 dated 3/7 thru
3/11/03
$219,961.71 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 3/3 thru 3/6/03
$455.00 Checks #60407 dated 3/11/03
$402,767.98 Checks #60408 thru #60471 dated 3/18/03
$120,143.62 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 3/7 thru 3/13/03
$70.00 Checks #60472 dated 3/14/03
$239,379.07 Checks #60473 thru #60524 dated 3/25/03
$227,749.51 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 3/14 thru 3/20/03
$1,273,054.68 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
$403,614.17 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated
3/14/03
$26,066.87 Payroll Deduction checks #92941 thru #92948
dated 3/14/03
$429,681.04 Total Payroll
$1,702,735.72 GRAND TOTAL
2. Church of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary-Temporary Gambling, Temporary
3.2 Beer and Carnival License for Annual Spring Festival
Approved the temporary intoxicating liquor and food permit for the Church of the
Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mar 1725 Kennard Streetfor their annual Spring
Festival event to be held May 3`d and 4~~
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3. Vietnam Restaurant-3035 White Bear Avenue-3.2 Malt Liquor License
Approved the 3.2 Malt Liquor License for the Vietnam Restaurant located at 3035 White
Bar Avenue.
4. Final Plat-Beaver Lake Townhomes Second Addition (Sterling Street North)
Approved the Beaver Lake Townhomes second addition final plat. This approval is
subject to the county recording the deeds, deed restrictions and covenants required by the
city.
5. Final Plat-Towns of New Century Third Addition (New Century Boulevard and
Highwood Avenue)
Approved the final plat for the Towns of New Century Third Addition. This approval is
subject to the county recording the deeds, deed restrictions and covenants required by the
city.
6. Conditional Use Permit Review-Choice Auto Rental (2923 Highway 61)
Agreed to review the conditional use permit for Choice Auto Rental located at 2923
Highway 61 North again only if a problem arises or if a revision to the conditional use
permit is proposed.
Conditional Use Permit Review-Maplewood Toyota (2873 Maplewood Drive)
Agreed to review the conditional use permit for Maplewood Toyota at 2873 Highway 61
again in one year or sooner if the owner proposes a major change to the site.
8. Conditional Use Permit Review-St. Jerome's Church (380 Roselawn Avenue)
Agreed to review the conditional use permit for St. Jerome's Church located at 380
Roselawn Avenue East again only if a problem arises or if a revision to the conditional
use permit is proposed.
9. Conditional Use Permit Review-Hillcrest Animal Hospital (1320 County Road D)
Approved to review the conditional use permit for the Hillcrest Animal Hospital at 1320
County Road D again in one year or sooner if the owner proposes a major change to the
site.
10. Conditional Use Permit Review-Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall (925 Century Avenue)
Agreed to review the conditional use permit for Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall at 925
Century Avenue North again only if a problem arises or if a revision to the conditional
use permit is proposed.
11. Resolution of Support-CDBG Funds for Beaver Creek Carriage Homes (Ferndale Street)
Adopted the following resolution of support for the Beaver Creek Carriage Homes
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CDBG application:
RESOLUTION 03-03-035
FOR A CDBG PROJECT LOAN FROM RAMSEY COUNTY
FOR THE BEAVER CREEK CARRIAGE HOMES
WHEREAS, the Beaver Creek Carriage Homes Association has applied to Ramsey County for alow-
interest loan in the amount of $250,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds;
WHEREAS, the Beaver Creek Carriage Homes Association would use this money to preserve and
rehabilitate 60 condominium homes and garages located at 1215, 1225 and 1235 Ferndale Street North;
WHEREAS, these funds would be used to repair, re-side and re-roof the garages and three residential
buildings with 60 condominium units. Further, these funds would be used to repair and refinish decks,
relocate and screen the trash enclosures and replace the security/intercom system in three buildings;
WHEREAS, these improvements will alleviate blight in ahigh-traffic area, help maintain the
property tax base and preserve 60 units of affordable housing and generally enhance the quality of life
for the owners of this low to moderate income condominium neighborhood.
WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council supports these plans for needed improvements and
supports this request to Ramsey County for CDBG funding;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Maplewood City Council hereby expresses their support
that this loan be granted to the Beaver Creek Carriage Homes Association to undertake this unique pilot
program for the preservation and rehabilitation of affordable, owner-occupied condominiums for low
and moderate income residents of the City of Maplewood.
12. Retiree Health Savings Plan Revision
Adopted the following resolution amending the City's Vantage Care Retirement Health
Savings Plan:
RESOLUTION 03-03-036
AMENDING A VANTAGECARE RETIREMENT
HEALTH SAVINGS PLAN
Plan Number: 800183
Name of Employer: City of Maplewood State: MN
Resolution of the City of Maplewood ("Employer")
WHEREAS, the Employer has employees rendering valuable services; and
WHEREAS, the Employer has established a retiree health savings plan in the form of the VantageCare
Retirement Health Savings Plan (the "Plan") for such employees that serves the interest of the Employer
by enabling it to provide reasonable security regarding such employees' health needs during retirement,
by providing increased flexibility in its personnel management system, and by assisting in the attraction
and retention of competent personnel; and
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WHEREAS, the Employer has determined that the continuance of the Plan serves the above objectives;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Employer hereby amends and restates the Plan as
outlined in the attached Declaration of Amendment to the VantageCare Retirement Health Saving Plan;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the assets of the Plan shall be held in trust, with the Employer
serving as trustee ("Trustee") for the exclusive benefit of Plan participants and their beneficiaries, and
the assets of the Plan shall not be diverted to any other purpose prior to the satisfaction of all liabilities
of the Plan. The Employer hereby amends the June 24, 2002 Declaration of Trust of the City of
Maplewood Integral Part Trust .
13. Maplewood 2003 Shape Up Challenge
Approved the Maplewood 2003 Shape Up Challenge.
14. Public Safety Dispatching Center-Equipment Upgrade Purchase
Approved a $10,600 appropriation to the Public Safety Dispatching Center Fund to make
this final purchase for the Communications Center.
15. Oakdale Sewage Agreement
Adopted the changes in the agreement with the City of Oakdale and filed the amended
agreement with the Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) for adjusted
billing.
16. Dial Tone Agreement Renewal
Approved the renewal of McLeod USA's dial tone service agreement for $4,091.10 per
month for a period of one year.
17. English Street Roundabout Landscape Improvements, Project 01-14-Resolution
Approving Plans and Advertising for Bids
Adopted the following resolution for the English/Frost Roundabout Landscape
Improvements, Project 01-14: Approving Plans and Advertising for Bids.
RESOLUTION 03-03-037
APPROVING PLANS ADVERTISING FOR BIDS
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution passed by the city council on February 24, 2003, plans and
specifications for the English Street Landscape Improvements, Project 01-14, 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.
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2. The city clerk shall prepare and cause to be inserted in the official paper and in the
Construction Bulletin 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 11:00 a.m. on the 2nd day of May, 2003, at 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.
The city clerk and city engineer are hereby authorized and instructed to receive, open, and read 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 May 12, 2003
18. Markham Pond Outlet and Utility Improvements, Project 02-02-Resolution Acceptance
of Project
Adopted the following resolution for the Markham Pond Outlet and Utility
Improvements, City Project 02-02 for Acceptance of Project.
RESOLUTION 03-03-038
ACCEPTANCE OF PROJECT
WHEREAS, the city engineer for the City of Maplewood has determined that the Improvements
of the Markham Pond Outlet and Utilities, City Project 02-02, are complete and recommends acceptance
of the project;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA, that City Project 02-02 is complete and maintenance of these improvements is accepted
by the city. Release of any retainage or escrow is hereby authorized.
19. Hazelwood Street Improvements (Phase 1- County Road C to Beam Ave), Project 01-16-
Resolution Receiving Feasibility Study and Ordering Public Hearing
Adopted the following resolution accepting the report and calling for a public hearing for
7:30 p.m., Monday, April 14, 2003 for the Hazelwood Street Improvements project.
RESOLUTION 03-03-039
ACCEPTING REPORT AND CALLING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution of the council adopted June 10, 2002, a report has been
prepared by the city engineering division with reference to the improvement of Hazelwood Street (Phase
I -from County Road C to Beam Avenue), City Project 01-16, and this report was received by the
council on March 31, 2003, and
WHEREAS, the report provides information regarding whether the proposed project is
necessary, cost-effective, and feasible,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA:
1. The council will consider the improvement of such street in accordance with the report
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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 for Phase One of the improvement of
$1,282,000.
2. A public hearing shall be held on such proposed improvement on the 14th day of April
2003 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.
20. Municipal State Aid Advance -Resolution for Advance of State Aid Funds
Adopted the following resolution requesting an advance encumbrance of $1,000,000 to the
Municipal State Aid account.
RESOLUTION 03-03-040
ADVANCE OF STATE AID FUNDS
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood is planning on implementing Municipal State Aid Street
projects in 2003 which will require state aid funds in excess of those available in its State Aid
Construction Account, and
WHEREAS, said city is prepared to proceed with the construction of said project through the use
of advance encumbrances from the General State Aid Construction Account to supplement the available
funds in their State Aid Construction Account, and
WHEREAS, repayment of the funds so advanced will be made in accordance with the provisions
of Minnesota Statutes 162.13, Subdivision 6, and Minnesota Rules, Chapter 8820.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Commissioner of Transportation be and is
hereby requested to approve this advance for financing approved Municipal State Aid Street projects of
the City of Maplewood in an amount of up to $1,000,000 in accordance with the Minnesota Rules
8820.1500, Subparagraph 9, and to authorize repayments from the following year's accruals to the
construction account of the Municipal State Aid Street fund for said city.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 7:00 p.m. Schmelz Countryside V W/Saab Expansion (1180 Highway 3~
Parking Lot Setback Variance Resolution -Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for Expansion
of Motor Vehicle Repair Facility-Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for Expansion of Motor
Vehicle Sales Lot
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. Associate Planner Finwall presented specifics from the report.
a Commissioner Trippler presented the Planning Commission Report.
d. Associate Planner Finwall presented the Design Review Board Report.
e. Mayor Cardinal opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents. The
following persons were heard:
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John Schmelz, Owner of Schmelz Countryside
William McCully, Glen Rehbein Companies
Gordon Anderson, 2255 Duluth Street, Maplewood
Dale Trippler, 1201 Junction Avenue, Maplewood
Jean Anderson, Gordon Anderson's daughter
Will Rossbach, 1386 E. County Road C., Maplewood
Greg Juenemann, 721 Mt. Vernon, Maplewood
Mayor Cardinal closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Collins moved to deny John Schmelz's request fora 15-foot-parking lot setback
variance form a public right-of--way for the expansion of the sales/storage lot at this Countr, sj ide
Motors automobile dealership at 1180 Highway 36 east.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-Councilmember Collins, Juenemann,
and Wasiluk
Nays-Mayor Cardinal and Councilmember
Koppen
Councilmember Koppen moved to adopt the following resolution approving a revision to the
conditional use Hermit for John Schmelz's Countrvside Motors automobile dealership located at
1180 Highway 36 east. The revision is for the expansion for the nonconforming automobile
repair and automobile sales (both located closer than the required 350 feet to the residential
property). A friendly amendment was added to strike condition 4 (staff should study the loading
and unloading of vehicles condition and bring recommendations back to council):
RESOLUTION 03-03-041
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT REVISION RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, John Schmelz applied for a conditional use permit revision to expand his
nonconforming automobile repair and automobile sales (both located closer than the required 350 feet to
residential property). The revision includes an addition to the Saab building and an expansion of the
automobile sales/storage lot.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to Countryside Motors Automobile Dealership at 1180 Highway
36 East. The legal description is:
Existing Dealership Legal Description: The west 105.00 feet of the east 135.00 feet of
the north 30.00 feet of Block 10, Clifton Addition and vacated street accruing.
The east 240.00 feet of Block 15, Clifton Addition, except the south 30.00 feet lying west
of the east 135.00 feet thereof. Together with that part of vacated Cope Avenue accruing.
The east 240.00 feet of that part of Block 16, Clifton Addition, lying southerly of State
Trunk Highway Number 36.
The west 110.00 feet of that part of Block 17, Clifton Addition, lying southerly of State
Trunk Highway Number 36.
The west 110.00 feet of Block 14, Clifton Addition, together with that part of vacated
Cope Avenue accruing.
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The west 225.00 feet of east 255.00 feet of Block 10, Clifton Addition, together with that
part of vacated Duluth Street accruing, except the south 174.00 feet and except the north
30.00 feet thereof.
Proposed Sales Lot Legal Description: That part of east 114 feet of the west 400 feet of
Block 17, lying south of the southerly right-of--way line of Trunk Highway 36 and the
east 114 feet of the west 400 feet of Block 14, lying north of the south 128 feet; and the
east 290 feet of the west 400 feet of the north 98 feet of the south 128 feet of Block 14,
all in Clifton Addition, Ramsey County, Minnesota, subject to roads.
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit revision is as follows:
On March 3, 2003, the planning commission recommended that the city council approve
this permit.
2. On March 31, 2003, 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 approved the above-described
conditional use permit revision 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 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.
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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. The director of community
development may approve minor changes.
2. The construction of the proposed addition to the Saab building must be started within one year of
city council approval or the approval for this addition shall end. The city council may extend
this deadline for one year.
3. There shall be no automobile access, except emergency vehicles, to or from Duluth Street.
4. Automobiles shall only be parked on designated paved or engineered porous surfaces.
5. The applicant will enter into a formal easement agreement with St. Paul Regional Water Services
and the City of Maplewood which satisfies both agencies' conditions for access to the public
utility easements for water main (SPRWS) and sanitary and storm sewer (City of Maplewood).
6. The city council shall review this permit in one year.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
Councilmember Collins moved to approve the plans date-stamped January 24, 2003, for the
proposed Saab building addition and sales/storage lot expansion to Countryside Motors
automobile dealership at 1180 Highway 36 east, subject to the following conditions:
a. Repeat this review in two years if the city has not issued a building permit for this
project.
b. Signs shown on the site plan and building elevations are not part of this approval and will
require separate sign permits.
c. Submit the following for staff approval before the city issues a grading or building
permit:
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11 Final eradine and drainage nlan for the nronosed Uni Eco-Stone Pavine System
and final utility and erosion control plans. The grading plan must show no
grading within 10 feet of the watermain. These plans must meet the requirements
of the city engineer and city code. If, in the opinion of the city engineer, the Uni
Eco-Stone Paving System is not functioning as described b,~property owner.
as documented by drainage problems in the area or to public drainage facilities.
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the property owner shall have the Uni Eco-Stone Paving System removed and
replaced with an asphalt paving and drainag~ond system that would be subject
to the city engineer's review and approval.
(2) Verification that John Schmelz is the fee owner of the 30-foot wide portion of the
vacated Cope Avenue right-of--way that runs along the south portion of the
expanded sales/storage lot property.
(3) A revised site plan showing the following:
(a) The new sales/storage lot is setback 20 feet from the eastern residential
property line.
(b) The new sales/storage lot is set back 15 feet from the frontage road right-
of-way.
(c) The proposed fence along the south property line of the new sales/storage
lot is set back at least 10 feet from the watermain.
(d) The existing chain-link fence in front of the Saab building be removed and
replaced with a fence compatible with the required north sales/storage lot
fence described below.
(e) The location of a 20-foot wide fire access drive aisle running from the
r frontage road to the entrance of the existing lot. This fire access aisle does
not need to be striped on the new Uni Eco-Stone Paving System, however,
the access aisle must be maintained at all times.
(4) Elevations of the proposed fence and gate. The north fence, along the frontage
road, shall include decorative pre-cast concrete columns.
(5) Revised roof plan showing that all rooftop equipment and vents are located as
close to the highest parapet wall as possible.
(6) A revised landscape plan to include:
(a) ~c~s--aa rs ass Low-Growth landscapi~n to be planted in front of the
sales/storage lot, along the frontage road.
(b) A row of columnar trees (narrow trees such as arborvitae or lindens)
between Ember's parking lot and the new sales/storage lot.
(c) Replacing the Colorado blue spruce with Black Hills spruce, increasing
the number of spruce along the south side of the new sales storage lotto
increase screening, and continuing the row of Black Hills spruce and
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Isanti dogwood along the top of the entire retaining wall (both south and
east, adjacent both residential properties).
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easement in the existing south parking lot, the re-establishment of all
required landscape material on the existing south parking lot, over the
utility easement, is required.
(e) A row of 6-foot-high Black Hills spruce spaced 15 feet on center to be
planted on the south side of the existing parking lot within the required
20-foot buffer area adjacent 2255 Duluth Street.
(f) The requirement for an underground irrigation system is waived for the
new sales/storage lot if the applicant submits an agreement to the city that
ensures that the landscaping will be hand-watered and replaced if it dies.
(7) A revised outdoor lighting and photometric plan. The revised plan shall show the
height and style of all outdoor lights (including relocated lights), and that the light
illumination from all outdoor lights does not exceed .4 foot candles at all property
lines.
(8) A cash escrow or an irrevocable letter of credit for all required exterior
improvements. The amount shall be 150 percent of the cost of the work.
d. Complete the following before occupying the sales/storage lot:
(1) Install all approved parking lot surface (i.e., bituminous and curb and gutter, or
engineered porous surface).
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(2) Install the approved fence.
(3) Install all required landscaping by June 1 if the sales/storage lot is finished in the
fall or winter, or within six weeks of completion of the sales/storage lot if it is
finished in the spring or summer.
(4) Install all required exterior lights.
(5) Enter into a formal easement agreement with St. Paul Regional Water Services
and the City of Maplewood which satisfies both agencies' conditions for access to
the public utility easements for watermain (SPRWS) and sanitary and storm sewer
(City of Maplewood).
(6) Install no-parking signs at the 20-foot setback along the eastern fence in the
existing south lotto ensure that there is no parking over the utility easement.
e. Complete the following before occupying the Saab building:
(1) Install all required exterior improvements.
(2) Screen all roof-mounted equipment visible from streets or adjacent residential property.
All roof-top equipment and vents should be located as close to the parapet walls as
appropriate to provide the best screening possible.
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(3) Ensure all trash dumpsters are enclosed in atrash enclosure, subject to staff approval, if
there would be outside trash storage.
£ 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 above-required letter of credit or cash escrow is held by the City of Maplewood for all
required exterior improvements. The owner or contractor shall complete any unfinished
exterior improvements by June 1 if occupancy of the building is in the fall or winter, or
within six weeks of occupancy of the building if occupancy is in the spring or summer.
g. All work shall follow the approved plans. The director of community development may approve
minor changes.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen
Ayes-All
Councilmember Collins moved to table Public Hearing Item #2, to the last public hearing.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann
A five-minute break was taken.
Ayes-Mayor Cardinal,
Councilmembers Collins and
Juenemann
Nays-Councilmembers Koppen and
Wasiluk
Mayor Cardinal announced Public Hearing Items 3 and 4 were combined into one Public
Hearing.
3. 7:15 p.m. Legacy Village of Maplewood, City Project 02-18-Resolution Approving
AUAR and Authorizing Final Distribution
4. 7:20 p.m. County Road D Realignment, City Project 02-07 and 02-08 -Resolution
Receiving Comments and Responses on EAW and Finding of No Significant Impact
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented specifics from the report.
c. Courtney Bot, with SRF Consulting Group provided further specifics on the Legacy
Village AUAR.
d. Beth Kunkel, with URS consultants provided further specifics on the County Road D
EAW.
e. Commissioner Trippler presented the Planning Commission Report.
Mayor Cardinal opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents. The
following persons were heard:
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Will Rossbach, 1386 E. County Road C, Maplewood
Dale Trippler, 1201 Junction Avenue, Maplewood
Gerald Peterson, 3016 Hazelwood Street N., Maplewood
Courtney Bot, SRF Consulting Group
At 10:26 p.m. Councilmember Collins moved to conri~rue the meerinQ unril all agenda items are
addressed.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes-All
(Councilmember Juenemann
temporarily absent from diaz)
George Supan, 3050 Hazelwood, Maplewood
George Rossbach, 1406 E. County Road C, Maplewood
Chris Johnson, 2654 Keller Parkway, Maplewood
Gary Olson, 2330 Maple Lane East, Maplewood
Mark Gurness, 1837 McKnight, Maplewood
Bruce Mogren, 1805 Gervais, Maplewood
Dale Trippler, second appearance
g. Mayor Cardinal closed the public hearing.
Mayor Cardinal moved to table this agenda item (approving distribution of a Final Alternative
Urban Area-Wide Review Document and Mitigation Plan for Legacy Village) until the April 14a'
City Council Meeting with a friendly amendment added that the AUAR be distributed to all
affected neighbors.
Seconded by Councilmember Collins Ayes-All
A five-minute break was taken.
2. 7:10 p.m. Larpenteur Avenue Redevelopment Site (City of Maplewood)
Land Use Plan Change (R-1 to R-3 (M)) (4 Votes)-Zoning Map Change (R-1 to R-3)
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. Associate Planner Finwall presented specifics from the report.
a Commissioner Rossbach presented the Planning Commission Report.
d. Mayor Cardinal opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents. The
following person was heard:
None
e. Mayor Cardinal closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Koppen moved to adopt the following resolution for a zoning map change
changing the zoning map for five city-owned properties from single-dwelling residential (R-1) to
multiple-dwelling residential (R-3):
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RESOLUTION 03-03-042
ZONING MAP CHANGE
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood has proposed a change to the city's zoning map from single-
dwellingresidential (R-1) to multiple-dwelling residential (R-3).
WHEREAS, this change applies to 189, 209, 211 and 215 Larpenteur Avenue and 1701
Adolphus Street, Maplewood, Minnesota.
WHEREAS, the history of this change is as follows:
1. On February 19, 2003, the planning commission recommended that the city council approve the
rezoning change.
2. On March 31, 2003, 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 approve the above-described
change in the zoning map for the following reasons:
1. The proposed change is consistent with the spirit, purpose and intent of the zoning code.
2. The proposed change will not substantially injure or detract from the use of neighboring property
or from the character of the neighborhood, and that the use of the property adjacent to the area
included in the proposed change or plan is adequately safeguarded.
3. The proposed change will serve the best interests and conveniences of the community, where
applicable, and the public welfare.
4. The proposed change would have no negative effect upon the logical, efficient, and economical
extension of public services and facilities, such as public water, sewers, police and fire
protection and schools.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes-All
Councilmember Koppen moved to adopt the following resolution chanein~ the comprehensive
land use plan map for five city-owned properties from single-dwelling residential to medium
multiple-dwelling residential:
RESOLUTION 03-03-043
LAND USE PLAN CHANGE
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood has proposed a change to the city's land use plan from
single-dwelling residential (R-1) to medium multiple-dwelling residential (R-3M).
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WHEREAS, this change applies to 189, 209, 211 and 215 Larpenteur Avenue and 1701
Adolphus Street, Maplewood, Minnesota.
WHEREAS, the history of this change is as follows:
1. On February 19, 2003, the planning commission held a public hearing. City staff published a
hearing notice in the Maplewood Review and sent notices to the surrounding property owners.
The planning commission conducted the public hearing whereby all public present were given a
chance to speak and present written statements. The planning commission recommended that
the city council approve the plan amendments.
2. On March 31, 2003, the city council discussed the land use plan changes. They considered
reports and recommendations from the planning commission and city staff.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the city council approve the above-described land
use plan change for the following reasons:
1. The site serves well as a transition between the double-dwelling property to the west and the
commercial property to the east.
2. The site meets the city's policies for medium multiple-dwelling residential uses since it:
a. Includes a variety of housing types for all types of residents.
b. Supports innovative subdivision and housing design.
3. The site meets the city's goals for medium multiple-dwelling residential uses since it:
a. Provides for orderly development.
b. Protects and strengthens neighborhoods.
c. Preserves significant natural features where practical.
d. Minimizes the land planned for streets.
e. Minimizes conflicts between land uses.
Provides a wide variety of housing types.
g. Integrates developments with open space areas, community facilities and significant
natural features.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes-All
I. AWARD OF BIDS
None
J. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
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None
K. NEW BUSINESS
1. Champp's of Maplewood-One Time Event
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Clerk Guilfoile presented specifics from the report.
Councilmember Wasiluk moved to approve the permit request from Champp's of Maplewood to
hold aone-time event of July 26, from 7-11 p. m. to benefit Second Harvest Food Shelf.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes-All
2. Atlantic Street Water Main Extension North of Frost, Project 03-16 -Receive Petition
and Resolution Ordering Preparation of Feasibility Study.
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented specifics from the report.
Councilmember Collins moved to adopt the following resolution ordering the Preparation of a
Feasibility for the Atlantic Street Water Main and Utilit~~ Improvements North of Frost
Avenue. Cit,~ Project 03-16:
RESOLUTION 03-03-044
ORDERING PREPARATION OF A FEASIBILITY STUDY
WHEREAS, it is proposed to make water main and utility Improvements to Atlantic Street, north
of Frost Avenue, City Project 03-16, and to assess the benefited properties for all or a portion of the cost
of the improvement, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA:
That the proposed improvement be referred to the city engineer for study and that he is instructed
to report to the council with all convenient speed advising the council in a preliminary way as to
whether the proposed improvement is necessary, cost effective and feasible and as to whether it should
best be made as proposed or in connection with some other improvement, and the estimated cost of the
improvement as recommended.
FURTHERMORE, funds in the amount of $5,000 are appropriated to prepare this feasibility
report.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes-All
3. Carver Avenue Trunk Sewer Main Improvements, Project 03-17 -Resolution Ordering
Preparation of Feasibility Study.
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
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b. City Engineer Ahl presented specifics from the report.
Councilmember Collins moved to adopt the following resolution Ordering the Preparation of a
Feasibility Study for the Craver Avenue Trunk Sanitary Sewer Improvements, City Project 03-
17:
RESOLUTION 03-03-045
ORDERING PREPARATION OF A FEASIBILITY STUDY
WHEREAS, it is proposed to make sanitary sewer Improvements along Carver Avenue, east of
Sterling Street, City Project 03-17, and to assess the benefited properties for all or a portion of the cost
of the improvement, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA:
That the proposed improvement be referred to the city engineer for study and that he is instructed
to report to the council with all convenient speed advising the council in a preliminary way as to
whether the proposed improvement is necessary, cost effective and feasible and as to whether it should
best be made as proposed or in connection with some other improvement, and the estimated cost of the
improvement as recommended.
FURTHERMORE, funds in the amount of $10,000 are appropriated to prepare this feasibility
report.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
4. Parkway Lift Station Removal Improvements, Project 02-14
Resolution Approving Plans and Advertising for Bids
Resolution Ordering Preparation of Assessment Roll
Resolution Ordering Assessment Hearing
Approval of Joint Powers Agreement with St. Paul
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented specifics from the report.
Councilmember Wasiluk moved to approve the following resolution for the Parkway Avenue
Lift Station Removal Improvements, Project 02-14: Approving Plans and Advertising for Bids:
RESOLUTION 03-03-046
APPROVING PLANS ADVERTISING FOR BIDS
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution passed by the city council on February 10, 2003, plans and
specifications for Parkway Lift Station Removal Improvements, Project 02-14, have been prepared by
(or under the direction of) the city engineer, who has presented such plans and specifications to the
council for approval,
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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
Construction Bulletin 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 18th day of April, 2003, 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 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
28, 2003.
RESOLUTION 03-03-047
ORDERING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL
WHEREAS, the city clerk and city engineer will receive bids for the Parkway Lift Station
Removal Improvements, City Project 02-14.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA that the city clerk and city engineer shall forthwith calculate the proper amount to be
specially assessed for such improvement against every assessable lot, piece or parcel of land abutting on
the streets affected, without regard to cash valuation, as provided by law, and they shall file a copy of
such proposed assessment in the city office for inspection.
thereof.
FURTHER, the clerk shall, upon completion of such proposed assessment notify the council
RESOLUTION 03-03-048
ORDERING ASSESSMENT ROLL HEARING
WHEREAS, the clerk and the engineer have, at the direction of the council, prepared an
assessment roll for the Parkway Lift Station Removal Improvements, City Project 02-14, and the said
assessment is on file in the office of the city engineer.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA:
1. A hearing shall be held on the 28th day of Apri12003, at the city hall at 7:00 p. m. to pase
upon such proposed assessment and at such time and place all persons owning property affected by such
improvement will be given an opportunity to be heard with reference to such assessment.
2. The city clerk is hereby directed to cause a notice of the hearing on the proposed
assessment to be published in the official newspaper, at least two weeks prior to the hearing, and to mail
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notices to the owners of all property affected by said assessment.
3. The notice of hearing shall state the date, time and place of hearing, the general nature of
the improvement the area to be assessed, that the proposed assessment roll is on file with the clerk and
that written or oral objections will be considered.
RESOLUTION 03-03-049
APPROVING JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood and the City of Saint Paul mutually agree and desire to
enter into a joint powers agreement for the Parkway Lift Station Removal Improvements, Maplewood
City Project 02-14, and
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood and the City of Saint Paul mutually wish to eliminate the
Parkway Lift Station and construct a gravity sanitary sewer, and
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood is the lead agency for this project;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA: that the Mayor and City Manager are herby authorized and directed to execute on behalf
of the City of Maplewood, a Joint Powers Agreement between the cities of Maplewood and Saint Paul, a
copy of which is attached and incorporated herein by reference.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes-All
5. Kennard/Frost Area Street Improvements, Project 02-10
Resolution Approving Plans and Approve Ad for Bids
Resolution Ordering Preparation of Assessment Roll
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented specifics from the report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the following resolutions for the Kennard/Frost
Street Improvements, Project 02-10: Approving Plans and Advertising for Bids and Ordering
the Preparation of the Assessment Roll:
RESOLUTION 03-03-050
APPROVING PLANS ADVERTISING FOR BIDS
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution passed by the city council on January 13~', 2003, plans and
specifications for Kennard/Frost Street Improvements, Project 02-10 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.
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2. The city clerk shall prepare and cause to be inserted in the official paper and in the
Construction Bulletin 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 2nd day of May, 2003, 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 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 May
12th, 2003.
RESOLUTION 03-03-051
ORDERING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL
WHEREAS, the city clerk and city engineer will receive bids for the Kennard/Frost Street
Improvements, City Project 02-10.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA that the city clerk and city engineer shall forthwith calculate the proper amount to be
specially assessed for such improvement against every assessable lot, piece or parcel of land abutting on
the streets affected, without regard to cash valuation, as provided by law, and they shall file a copy of
such proposed assessment in the city office for inspection.
thereof.
FURTHER, the clerk shall, upon completion of such proposed assessment notify the council
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes-All
4. Maplewood Dr./Keller Pkwy. Street Improvements, Project 03-02
Resolution Approving Plans and Approve Ad for Bids
Resolution Ordering Preparation of Assessment Roll
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented specifics from the report.
o. Maplewood Resident George Rossbach, 1406 E. County Road C, spoke about the project.
Councilmember Koppen moved to adopt the following resolutions for the Maplewood Drive
West/Keller Parkway Resurfacing. Cit,~ Project 03-02: Approving Plans and Advertising for
Bids, and Ordering the Preparation of the Assessment Roll:
RESOLUTION 03-03-052
APPROVING PLANS ADVERTISING FOR BIDS
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution passed by the city council on March 10, 2003, plans and
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specifications for Maplewood Drive West/Keller Parkway Resurfacing, City Project 03-02, have been
prepared by 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
Construction Bulletin 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 10:30 a.m. on the 2nd day of May 2003, 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 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 May
12, 2003.
RESOLUTION 03-03-053
ORDERING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL
WHEREAS, the city clerk and city engineer will receive bids for the Maplewood Drive
West/Keller Parkway Resurfacing, City Project 03-02.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA that the city clerk and city engineer shall forthwith calculate the proper amount to be
specially assessed for such improvement against every assessable lot, piece or parcel of land abutting on
the streets affected, without regard to cash valuation, as provided by law, and they shall file a copy of
such proposed assessment in the city office for inspection.
FURTHER, the clerk shall, upon completion of such proposed assessment notify the council
thereof.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes-All
5. Support of Local Sales Tax Resolution
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. Finance Director Faust presented specifics from the report.
Mayor Cardinal moved to table the resolution to authorize Maplewood voters to approve aone-
halfpercent sales tax for the CitX
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Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes-Mayor Cardinal and
Councilmember Koppen
Nays-Councilmembers Wasiluk,
Collins and Juenemann
Motion Failed.
Councilmember Collins moved to adopt the following resolution to authorize Maplewood voters
to approve aone-half percent sales tax for the City:
RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE MINNESOTA LEGISLATURE TO
AUTHORIZE THE CITY OF MAPLEWOOD TO COLLECT A SALES TAX FOR
CITY REHABILITATION AND REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION NEEDS.
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood is home to a regional shopping mall and 3M headquarters
which draw tens of thousands of people each day to the City roadways, and
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood's road system is over-utilized and is beginning to fail
rapidly in and around regional centers, and
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood has several scattered economically stressed sites in the City,
and
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood is practicing infill development and redevelopment using
models established by the Metropolitan Council, and
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood has several regional parks and open spaces in need of
development and restoration, and
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood does not have the financial resources to meet the park,
development, redevelopment and transportation needs of both the City and the surrounding region, and
WHEREAS, promised State Aid funding sources are being completely eliminated, and
WHEREAS, the City Council believes that it is in the best interests of the City and the citizens
and the businesses of Maplewood to request the Minnesota Legislature to grant the City the authority to
conduct a referendum to allow it to impose an additional one-half of one percent sales and use tax to
provide it with the means to pay for the needed projects.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood,
Minnesota as follow:
1. The City Council hereby requests that the Minnesota Legislature grant the City of
Maplewood the authority to conduct a referendum to allow it to impose an additional
one-half of one percent sales and use tax to provide it with the funds to pay for the
following projects:
a. Construction of road improvements on regionally significant collector streets
throughout the City.
b. Redevelopment of blighted commercial and housing areas throughout the City.
c. Restoration of natural vegetation and environment in designated regional open spaces
purchased by the City pursuant to an Open Space referendum approved by the voters
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in 1993.
d. Development and upgrades of regional park facilities to meet growing demands.
2. The City expects that the total amount to be raised before the tax would expire would not
exceed thirty million dollars ($30,000,000) and it is expected the tax would be in effect
for 15 years.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes-Councilmembers Collins and
Juenemann
Nays-Mayor Cardinal and
Councilmembers Wasiluk, and
Koppen
Motion Failed.
Mayor Cardinal move to adopt the following resolution in support of the transportation utility
bill:
RESOLUTION 03-03-058
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF MINNESOTA HOUSE FILE 965 AND SENATE FILE 825
THE TRANSPORTATION UTILITY FEE BILL INTRODUCED TO AUTHORIZE
MINNESOTA CITIES THE AUTHORITY TO ESTABLISH A TRANSPORTAION UTILITY
FOR LOCAL AND REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION NEEDS.
WHEREAS, The City of Maplewood is home to a regional shopping mall and 3M headquarters
which draw tens of thousands of people each day to the City roadways, and
WHEREAS, The City of Maplewood's road system is over utilized and is beginning to fail
rapidly in and around regional centers, and
WHEREAS, The City of Maplewood has several scattered economically stressed sites in the
City, and
WHEREAS, The City of Maplewood is practicing infill development and redevelopment using
models established by the Metropolitan Council, and
WHEREAS, The City of Maplewood does not have the financial resources to meet the
development, redevelopment and transportation needs of both the City and the surrounding region, and
WHEREAS, Promised State Aid funding sources are being completely eliminated, and
WHEREAS, Maplewood tax collections are taken from the City and given to neighboring Cities,
and
WHEREAS, The Maplewood City Council believes that it be in the best interests of the City and
the Citizens and the businesses of Maplewood to request the Minnesota Legislature to pass legislation
authorizing the establishment and use of transportation to provide cities with the means to pay for the
needed transportation projects.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood,
Minnesota as follows:
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The City Council hereby requests that the Minnesota Legislature pass legislation known as HF
965 and Senate file 825 authorizing the establishment and use of a transportation utility fee to provide
cities with the means to pay for the needed transportation projects.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
8. 2003 Budget Changes for State Aid Reductions
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. Finance Director Faust presented specifics from the report.
Councilmember Collins moved to approve 2003 expenditure reductions for 14 items identified
by the management team and the appropriate budget changes that are necessary due to
anticipated state aid reductions of $938,740.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann
L. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
Ayes-Mayor Cardinal,
Councilmembers, Juenemann,
Collins and Koppen
Nays-Councilmember Wasiluk
1. Jan Steiner-1876 East Shore Drive-Spoke on legislation regarding Group Homes.
2. Ruth Trapold-2477 Brenner Avenue East, Maplewood-Spoke on the concentration level
of Group Homes in Maplewood and Ramsey County.
M. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
M1. Sibley Cove Apartments
Mayor Cardinal moved council reconsideration and a public hearing on April 28, 2003 for Sibley
Cove Apartments.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes-All
M2. Missing Children-Mayor Cardinal provided Police Chief Thomalla with information from
a Missing Children Agency. Police Chief Thomalla noted that the AmberAlert plan is
now in place in Minnesota (at no cost).
M3. League of Minnesota Cities-Mayor Cardinal announced that City Day at the Capital is
Apri19~'. City Manager Fursman will be attending and anyone else interested in
attending should sign up with Mr. Fursman.
M4. Budget Presentation-Councilmember Juenemann expressed appreciation of stafffor their
2003 budget preparation efforts.
N. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
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1. City CounciUPlanning Commission Joint Meeting-April 7-Maplewood Room-6:00 p.m.
O. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Cardinal moved to adjourn the meeting at 12:37 am.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes -All
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