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MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:02 P.M., Monday, November 10, 2003
Council Chambers, Municipal Building
Meeting No. 03-27
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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 7:02 P.M. by Mayor Cardinal.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Boy Scout Troop 1871ed the pledge of allegiance.
A moment of silence was held in remembrance of Maplewood Firefighter Steve Busch and
wife Sonya's daughter Sarah Elizabeth, who passed away November 6"`.
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 City CounciUManager Workshop October 27, 2003
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the CounciUManager Workshop Minutes of
October 27, 2003 as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes-Mayor Cardinal, Councilmembers
Juenemann, Koppen and Collins
Abstain-Councilmember Wasiluk
2. Minutes from the City Council Meeting October 27, 2003
Councilmember Collins moved to approve the City Council Meeting Minutes of October 27.
2003 as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann
Ayes-Mayor Cardinal, Councilmembers
Juenemann, Koppen and Collins
Abstain-Councilmember Wasiluk
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
M 1. MET Council Regional Framework Meeting
M2. House Numbers
Agenda items G12 and I1 were pulled from the agenda.
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Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the agenda as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Collins Ayes-All
F. APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
1. Planning Commission and Community Design Review Board Appointments
This item pulled due to applicants not present.
2. Proclamation Feed America Thursday
a. City Manager Fursman presented the report and specifics form the report.
Councilmember Koppen moved to adopt the following proclamation and declared Thursday,
November 20. 2003, as Feed America Thursday in the City of Maplewood:
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Whereas, Thanksgiving Day celebrates the spirit of selfless giving and an
appreciation for family and friends; and
Whereas, the spirit ofThanksgiving Day is a virtue upon which our nation was
founded; and
Whereas, thirty-three millionAmericans, including thirteen million children, live
in households without an adequate supply of food, and
Whereas, almost three million of these children experience hunger; and
Whereas, selfless sacrifice breeds a genuine spirit of Thanksgiving, both
affirming and restoring fundamental principles in our society.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Mayor Bob Cardinal, do hereby proclaim Thursday,
November 2Q 2003, one week before the tradirional Thanksgiving, as
FEED AMERICA THURSDAY
and call upon the people ofMaplewood to sacrifice, or fast, for two meals on Thursday,
November 2Q 3003, and to donate the money they would have spent on food to a
charitable organization oftheir choice for the purpose of feeding the hungry.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes-All
3. Proclamation In Support of the Ramsey County Library Foundation
a. Mayor Cardinal presented the report and read the proclamation.
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Councilmember Koppen moved to adopt the following proclamation in support of the Ramsey
County Library Foundation:
WHEREAS, the Ramsey County Library system serves over 220, 000 residents
living in suburban Ramsey County by providing them with a wide range of information
and community resources; and
WHEREAS, six suburban libraries located in the dries of Arden Hills,
Maplewood, Mounds View, Roseville, Shoreview, and White Bear Lake are part of the
Ramsey County Library system; and
WHEREAS, plans are under way to explore restoring library services to the City
of North St. Paul and to make library improvements that respond to increasing
community demands and the ever changing technologies; and
WHEREAS, the Ramsey County Library system conrinues to grow with an 18
percent increase in circularion and over 1.6 million people using the libraries in 2002; and
WHEREAS, Booker„§, the cuddly canine mascot of the Ramsey County library
system, can be seen throughout Ramsey County communities spreading the joy of
reading to people of all ages at community and school events and encouraging residents
to support local libraries; and
WHEREAS, the Ramsey County LibraryFoundarion, which supports the Ramsey
County Library system by culrivaring donarions and financial grants, is sponsoring the
fourth annual Taste of Books on November I5, 2003 at the Roseville Library from 7: 00 .
10:00 p. m. to highlight the efforts of Ramsey County Library employees, volunteers, and
donors to enrich our local libraries;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert Cardinal, Mayor of the City ofMaplewood, do
hereby proclaim Saturday, November I5, 2003, to be
RAlI~SEY COUNTYLIBRARYFOUNDATION DAY in the CITY OFMAPLEWOOD
And urge all cirizens ofMaplewood to join with the Ramsey County Library Foundarion
in recognirion of the Ramsey County Library system and its employees, volunteers, and
donors who have contributed to the vital and important role that libraries play in our
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
G. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approval of Claims
ACCOUNTS
PAYABLE
$2,500.00 Checks #62187 dated 10/23/03
$454,726.91 Checks #62188 thru #62248 dated 10/24 thru
10/28/03
$116,776.06 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 10/17 thru 10/23/03
$335,822.55 Checks #62249 thru #62303 dated 10/31 thru
11/04/03
$1,866,017.60 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 10/23 thru 10/30/03
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$2,775,843.12 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
$507,874.21 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated
10/24/03
$4,162.12 Payroll Deduction checks #95419 thru #95421
dated 10/24/03
$512,036.33 Total Payroll
2.
$3,287,879.45 GRAND TOTAL
Increase in Community Development Service Charges (Second Reading)
Approved the second reading of the Ordinance to Increase Community Development
Service Charges.
ORDINANCE NO. 843
PLANNING FEES
Section 1.Section 36-26 of the Zoning Code of the City of Maplewood is hereby amended as
follows:
Section 36-26. Fees. The following nonrefundable application fees shall be required:
Zone Change $788
Conditional Use Permit:
Rl & R2 236
Other 838
Conditional Use Permit Revision:
Rl and R2 47
Other 168
Variances:
Rl and R2 154
Other 862
Vacations:
Rl and R2 148
Other 576
Lot Divisions (Fee per lot created):
Rl and R2 82
Other 307
Home Occupation Permit (initial permit) 168
(annual renewal) 55
Comprehensive Plan Amendment 1,148
Code Amendment 862
Planned Unit Development 1,270
Preliminary Plat 1,420
Preliminary Plat Revision or Time Extension 224
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Final Plat
Time Extensions/Renewals
386
141
Section 2. Section 36 - 258 of the sign code is amended as follows:
Section 36 - 258. Fees.
(1) A sign erection permit fee (exceptfor billboards) shall be $24 (per inspection).
(2) The fee for erection of billboards shall be $92.
(3) The annual license fee for billboards shall be $361.
Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect on January 1, 2004.
3. Proclamation In Support of the Ramsey County Library Foundation-Item moved to F3
4. Conditional Use Permit Review, 5-8 Club (2289 Minnehaha Avenue)
Approved to review the conditional use permit for the 5-8 Tavern and Grill at 2289 Minnehaha
Avenue again in one year.
5. Conditional Use Permit Review-Forest Products (2650 Maplewood Drive)
Agreed to review the conditional use permit for Forest Products at 2650 Maplewood Drive again
in the future only if a problem arises or if they propose an expansion or major change.
6. Conditional Use Permit Review Quality Restoration Services (1160 Frost Avenue)
Agreed to review the conditional use permit for the outdoor storage yard for Quality Restoration
Services, Inc. at 1160 Frost Avenue again in September 2004 or sooner if a problem arises or if
the owner proposes a significant change to the site.
Conditional Use Permit Review- Hill-Murray High School (2625 Larpenteur Avenue)
Approved to review the conditional use permit for Hill-Murray High School at 2625 Larpenteur
Avenue again only if a problem arises or it the owner proposes a significant change to the site or
to the school.
8. Conditional Use Permit Review-Ponds of Battle Creek Golf Course (601 Century Avenue
S.)
Approved to review the conditional use permit for the Ponds of Battle Creek Golf Course at 601
Century Avenue South again in one year.
9. Approve Purchase of Tax Forfeited Property Located at Jackson and Larpenteur (PIN 18-
29-22-34-0086)
Adopted the following resolution for Tax Forfeited Property Acquisition of Parcel 18-29-22-34-
0086 for purposes of storm water management:
RESOLUTION 03-11-219
TAX FORFEITED PROPERTY ACQUISITION RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, The State of Minnesota has declared certain property held intrust located within
the City of Maplewood, County of Ramsey, State of Minnesota to be Tax Forfeited;
WHEREAS, The Office of Tax Forfeited Lands, Department of Revenue and Taxation, Ramsey
County, Minnesota has granted the City of Maplewood opportunity to acquire said property
pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 282.01, Subdivision 1;
WHEREAS, it is incumbent upon the city to provide for control of storm water runoff and
drainage containment;
WHEREAS, said property is identified as necessary for drainage and storm water ponding
purposes as prescribed by the Maplewood Comprehensive Storm Water plan;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the city council deems it in the public interest and
approves the acquisition of the following described tax forfeited property (PIN 18-29-22-34-
0086): ST. AUBIN AND DION'S RICE, STRE SUBJ TO ST; E 1/2 OF VAC ALLEY
ACCRUING & FOL S 15 FT OF LOT 9 & ALL OF LOTS 10 THRU LOT 15 BLK 14, All in
Section 18, Township 29, Range 22 North in Ramsey County, for the purchase price of
$11,624.08 to be funded from the Environmental Utility fund.
The City Clerk is directed to make provision for the acquisition of said properties with the
Ramsey County Department of Revenue and Taxation.
10. Kennard Street Improvements, City Project 03-04 -Approve Change Order for Trail
Improvements, Roundabout and Parking Bay Construction
Approved Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $189,656.90 with Forest Lake Contracting for
Kennard Street, Project 03-04.
11. Kennard/Frost Area Street Improvements, City Project 02-10--Resolution Directing
Modification of Existing Construction Contract, Change Order 5
Adopted the following resolution directing the modification of the existing construction contract
for the Kennard/Frost Area Street Improvement Project, City Project 02-10:
RESOLUTION 03-11-213
DIRECTING MODIFICATION OF EXISTING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered made
Improvement Project 02-10, Kennard/Frost Area Street Improvements, and has let a
construction contract pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, and
WHEREAS, it is now necessary and expedient that said contract be modified and
designated as Improvement Project 02-10, Change Order No. 5.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA that the mayor and city clerk are hereby authorized and
directed to modify the existing contract by executing said Change Order No. 5 in the amount
of $8,916.01. The revised contract amount is $2,270,474.97.
No revisions to the project budget are required at this time, as these changes fall
within the original project budget.
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12. County Road D Realignment (Southlawn to TH 61), City Project 02-07, Approve Right of Entry
Agreements with Venburg Tire and Mogren Development
Approved the right of agreements with Keith Venburg and Countryview Golf for the County
Road D Realignment Improvements, City Project 02-07.
13. Juker Firetruck Purchase Agreement
Approved the agreement with the Juker's to purchase the antique firetruck.
Councilmember Wasiluk moved to approve the consent agenda items 1-3 and 5-13 as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes-All
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the consent agenda item 4 as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes-All
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 7:18 p.m. Home Occupation License-1828 Radatz Avenue (Horvath)
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. Assistant City Manager presented specifics from the report.
a Commissioner Fischer presented the Planning Commission Report.
d. Mayor Cardinal opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents. The
following persons were heard:
Christine Horvath, applicant
Richard McKane, 1825 Radatz Avenue
Cecilia Bond, current owner of home
e. Mayor Cardinal closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Wasiluk moved to approve the home occupation license for Ms. Christine
Horvath.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes-Councilmembers Koppen,
Juenemann and Wasiluk
Nays-Mayor Cardinal and
Councilmember Collins
2. 7:38 p.m. Hazelwood/County Road C Area Street Improvements, Project 03-18:
Resolution Ordering Improvements after Public Hearing
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented specifics from the report.
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c. Mayor Cardinal opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents. The
following persons were heard:
Roger Kessler, 2533 Flandrau, Maplewood
James Opatrny, 1557 Viking Drive, Maplewood
d. Mayor Cardinal closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Collins moved to approve the following resolution ordering the improvement of
the Hazelwood/County Road C Area Streets, City Project 03-18:
RESOLUTION 03-11-214
IMPROVEMENT AFTER PUBLIC HEARING
WHEREAS, a resolution of the city council adopted the 27th day of October, 2003, fixed
a date for a council hearing on the proposed street improvements for the Hazelwood/County
Road C Area Streets, City Project 03-18,
AND WHEREAS, ten days mailed notice and two weeks published notice of the hearing
was given, and the hearing was duly held on November 10, 2003, and the council has heard all
persons desiring to be heard on the matter and has fully considered the same;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, as follows:
1. That it is necessary, cost-effective and feasible, as detailed in the feasibility
report, that the City of Maplewood make improvements to Hazelwood/County Road C Area
Streets, City Project 03-18.
2. Such improvement is hereby ordered as proposed in the council resolution
adopted the 10th day of November 2003.
3. The city engineer is designated engineer for this improvement and is hereby
directed to prepare final plans and specifications for the making of said improvement.
4. The finance director is hereby authorized to make the financial transfers
necessary to implement the financing plan for the project. A project budget of $2,898,200 shall
be established. The proposed financing plans is as follows:
Street assessments: $ 734,200 (25 %)
Storm assessments: $57,800 (2%)
Sanitary Sewer Utility Fund: $174,000 (6 %)
Environmental Utility Fund: $665,800 (23%)
SPRWS Obligation: $164,400 (6%)
City general tax levy: $ 1,102,000 (38%)
Total $2,898,200 (100%)
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes-Mayor Cardinal,
Councilmembers, Collins,
Juenemann and Koppen
Nays-Councilmember Wasiluk
3. 7:58 p.m. Carlton Street Improvements, Conway to Minnehaha, Project 03-22:
Resolution Ordering Improvement after Public Hearing
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
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b. City Engineer Ahl presented specifics from the report.
c. Mayor Cardinal opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents. The
following persons were heard:
Bernard Mehr, 687 Ferndale, Maplewood
Phyllis Schwartz, 649 Ferndale, Maplewood declined
Lynnette Kimball, 679 Ferndale Street, Maplewood
Joe Lindbeck, 2550 Minnehaha, Maplewood
Marie Lindbeck, 2250 Minnehaha, Maplewood
Afive-minute break was taken
Marie Lindbeck, Second Appearance
Bernard Mehr, Second Appearance
Mayor Cardinal closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Koppen moved to adopt the following resolution ordering the improvement of
the Carlton Street Improvements, City Project 03-22:
RESOLUTION 03-11-220
ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AFTER PUBLIC HEARING
WHEREAS, a resolution of the city council adopted the 10th day of November,
2003, fixed a date for a council hearing on the proposed street improvements for the
Carlton Street Improvement, City Project 03-22,
AND WHEREAS, ten days mailed notice and two weeks published notice of the
hearing was given, and the hearing was duly held on November 10, 2003, and the
council has heard all persons desiring to be heard on the matter and has fully
considered the same;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, as follows:
1. That it is necessary, cost-effective and feasible, as detailed in the
feasibility report, that the City of Maplewood make improvements to the Carlton Street
Improvement, City Project 03-22.
2. Such improvement is hereby ordered as proposed in the council resolution
adopted the 10th day of November 2003.
3. The city engineer is designated engineer for this improvement and is
hereby directed to prepare final plans and specifications for the making of said
improvement.
4. The finance director is hereby authorized to make the financial transfers
necessary to implement the financing plan for the project. A project budget of
$1,379,160 shall be established. The proposed financing plans is as follows:
Assessments $ 339,220
Mn/Dot State Aid Funds $ 1,039,940
Total $ 1,379,160
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes-All
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AWARD OF BIDS
1. County Road D Realignment (Southlawn to TH 61), Project 02-07: Awarding
Construction Contract for Soils Correction and Wetland Mitigation."
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented specifics from the report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to table the resolution accepting the bids and awarding the
contract to November 24, 2003.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes-All
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Hazelwood Street Improvements, Project 01-16 -Consideration of Assessment
Objections and Resolution Adopting Final Assessment Roll
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented specifics from the report.
c. Mayor Cardinal asked if anyone would like to address this issue. The following persons
were heard:
Ronald Erickson, 2699 Hazelwood Street, Maplewood
Kathryn Irvin, 2707 Hazelwood Street, Maplewood
Christine Stone, 2727 Hazelwood Street, Maplewood
Mayor Cardinal moved to table for 30 days the Adoption of the revised assessment roll for the
Hazelwood Street Improvements. Project 01-16:
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk
Ayes-Mayor Cardinal and
Councilmember Wasiluk
Nays-Councilmembers Collins,
Juenemann and Koppen
Motion Failed
Councilmember Collins moved to adopted the following resolution for the Adoption of the
revised assessment roll for the Hazelwood Street Improvements, Project 01-16:
RESOLUTION 03-11-215
ADJUSTMENTS TO ASSESSMENT ROLL
WHEREAS, pursuant to a resolution adopted by the City Council on May 12, 2003, the
assessment roll for the Hazelwood Street Improvements, City Project 01-16, was presented in a
Public Hearing format, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, and
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WHEREAS, five property owners filed objections to their assessments according to the
requirements of Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, summarized as follows:
1. Ronald and Phyllis Erickson, 2699 Hazelwood Street North, (PIN: 032922340024) request
cancellation of their assessment because they do not believe the improvements result in an
increase in the value of their property.
2. Willa Stack and Kathryn Irvin, 2707 Hazelwood Street North (PIN: 032922340005) request
cancellation of their assessment because they do not believe the improvements result in an
increase in the value of their property.
3. Barbara Stone, 2731 Hazelwood Street North (PIN: 032922340003) requests cancellation of
their assessment because she does not believe the improvements result in an increase in the value
of their property.
4. Victor Stone, 2727 Hazelwood Street North (PIN:032922340004) requests cancellation of
their assessment because he does not believe the improvements result in an increase in the value
of their property.
5. Patrick and Anne O.Brien, 2759 Hazelwood Street North (PIN 032922310014) request a
reduction in their assessment on the basis that their property does not abut Hazelwood Street.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA:
A. That the City Engineer and City Clerk are hereby instructed to make the following
adjustments to the
assessment roll for the Hazelwood Street Improvements, City Project 01-16:
1. Ronald and Phyllis Erickson, 2699 Hazelwood Street North (PIN: 032922340024): Deny
request for cancellation of their assessment because they do not believe the improvements result
in an increase in the value of their property.
2. Willa Stack and Kathryn Irvin, 2707 Hazelwood Street North (PIN: 032922340005): Deny
request for cancellation of their assessment because they do not believe the improvements result
in an increase in the value of their property.
3. Barbara Stone, 2731 Hazelwood Street North )PIN: 032922340003): Deny request for
cancellation of their assessment because she does not believe the improvements result in an
increase in the value of their property.
4. Victor Stone, 2727 Hazelwood Street North (PIN:032922340004): Deny request for
cancellation of their assessment because he does not believe the improvements result in an
increase in the value of their property.
5. Patrick and Anne O.Brien, 2759 Hazelwood Street North (PIN 032922310014): Deny request
for a reduction in their assessment on the basis that their property does not abut Hazelwood
Street.
Such proposed assessment, as amended, a copy of which is attached hereto and made a part
hereof, is hereby accepted and shall constitute the special assessment against the lands named
therein, and each tract
of land therein included is hereby found to be benefited by the proposed improvement in the
amount of the assessment levied against
B. For the case of homesteaded, single family residential properties located in the MMATI
Improvement area, it has been deemed that they shall be treated as undeveloped property until all
roadway improvements in the designated MMATI area have been completed. The duration of
construction in the MMATI area is proposed to extend for the duration of five years.
Assessments for all homesteaded, single-family residential
properties shall be deferred without interest for a period of five years.
C. Assessments on all homesteaded, single family residential properties shall be payable in equal
annual installments extending over a period of 15 years, the first of the installments to be
payable on or after the first Monday in January 2009, and shall bear interest at the rate of 6.0
percent per annum from the date of the adoption of this assessment resolution. To the first
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installment, no interest will be due on any of the assessment from the date of this resolution until
December 31, 2008. To each subsequent installment when due shall be added interest for one
year on all unpaid installments.
D. For all other commercial, multi-family and non-homesteaded residential properties, the
assessment shall be payable in equal annual installments extending over a period of 15 years, the
first of the installments to be payable on or after the first Monday in January 2004, and shall bear
interest at the rate of 6.0 percent per annum from the date of the adoption of this assessment
resolution. To the first installment shall be added interest on the entire assessment from the date
of this resolution until December 31, 2003. To each subsequent installment when due shall be
added interest for one year on all unpaid installments.
E. It is hereby declared to be the intention of the council to reimburse itself in the future for the
portion of the cost of this improvement paid for from municipal funds by levying additional
assessments, on notice and hearing as provided for the assessments herein made, upon any
properties abutting on the improvement but not made, upon any properties abutting on the
improvement but not herein assessed for the improvement, when changed conditions relating to
such properties make such assessment feasible.
F. To the extent that this improvement benefits nonabutting properties which maybe served by
the
improvement when one or more later extensions or improvements are made, but which are not
herein assessed, therefore, it is hereby declared to be the intention of the council, as authorized
by Minnesota Statutes Section 429.051, to reimburse the city by adding any portion of the cost
so paid to the assessments levied for any of such later extension or improvements.
G. The clerk shall forthwith transmit a certified duplicate of this assessment to the county auditor
to be extended on the property tax lists of the county, and such assessments shall be collected
and paid over in the same manner as other municipal taxes.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-Councilmembers Collins and
Juenemann, and Koppen
Nays- Mayor Cardinal and
Councilmember Wasiluk
K. NEW BUSINESS
1. Canvass Results of the November 4, 2003 General Election
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Clerk Guilfoile presented specifics from the report.
Councilmember Wasiluk moved to adopt the following resolution approving the canvass of the
2003 General Election:
CANVASS OF ELECTION 03-11-216
RESOLVED, that the City Council of Maplewood, Ramsey County, Minnesota, acting
as a canvassing board on November 10, 2003, hereby declares the following results in the
November 4, 2003, City General Election.
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Diana Longrie-Kline 1918
Jackie Monahan-Juneck 2093
Will Rossbach 2498
Bob Zick 1478
Will Rossbach and Jackie Monahan-Juneck, being the top two voter getters for the
general election will be sworn into office at the first meeting of the year on January 12,
2004.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
2. Intoxicating Liquor License -Michael Tupa- Stargate Bar & Dance Club
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Clerk Guilfoile presented specifics from the report.
o. Michael Tupa, the applicant, was present for questions
Councilmember Wasiluk moved to approve the off sale liquor license for Mr. Tupa and pro-rate
his fee for the month of December.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes-Councilmembers Collins,
Wasiluk, Juenemann and Koppen
Abstain-Mayor Cardinal
3. Beaver Lake Trunk Sanitary Sewer, Project 01-09 -Resolutions Directing Modification
of Existing Construction Contract and Acceptance of Project
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented specifics from the report.
Councilmember Collins moved to approve the following resolutions Directing the
Modification of the Existing Construction Contract for the Beaver Lake Trunk Sanitary Sewer
Replacement, Project 01-09 and Accepting the Project:
RESOLUTION 03-11-221
DIRECTING MODIFICATION OF EXISTING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered made
Improvement Project 01-09, Beaver Lake Trunk Sanitary Sewer Replacement and has let a
construction contract pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, and
WHEREAS, it is now necessary and expedient that said contract be modified and designated
as Improvement Project 01-09, Change Order Nos. 3 and 4.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA that the mayor and city clerk are hereby authorized and directed to modify the existing
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contract by executing said Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $10,013.05 and said Change Order
No. 4 in the amount of $10,650.15. The revised contract amount is $1,138,108.49.
The finance director is hereby authorized to make the financial transfers from the Sanitary
Sewer Utility Fund to implement the financing plan for the project. The revised financing plan is listed
below:
Approved Budget Estimated .Revised Budget
Assessments $217,772 $217,772
Park Development Fund 94,000 94,000
General Tax Levy 16,317 16,317
Sewer Utility Fund $986,208 $1,073,611
Total $1,314,300 $1,401,700
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes-All
4. Hazelwood Street Improvements, Project 0 1-16 -Order Public Hearing on Roundabout
at County Road C and Hazelwood Street
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented specifics from the report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the following resolution for the Hazelwood Street
Improvements. Project 01-16. Ordering the Public Hearing on the Proposed Hazelwood/County
Road C Roundabout for 7:15 p.m., Monday, November 24, 2003:
RESOLUTION 03-11-217
ORDERING PUBLIC HEARING FOR PROPOSED HAZELWOOD/COUNTY ROAD C
ROUNDABOUT
WHEREAS, plans and specifications have been completed for a proposed roundabout at the
intersection of County Road C and Hazelwood Street, and;
WHEREAS, this proposed improvement would represent a modification to the contract for the
Hazelwood Street Improvements, City Project 01-16.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA:
1. The council will consider the modification of the contract for the Hazelwood Street
Improvements, City Project 01-16 to include the construction of a roundabout at the intersection of
County Road C and Hazelwood Street.
2. A public hearing shall be held on such proposed modification on the 24th day of
November 2003 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 Wasiluk Ayes-All
5. County Road D Realignment Improvements (West of TH 61 to Highridge Court), City
Project 02-08 -Resolution Declaring Adequacy of Petition and Ordering Preparation of
Preliminary Report
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented specifics from the report.
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c. Mr. Kelllison, the property owner was present for questions
Councilmember Wasiluk moved to adopt the following resolution declaring the
petition as adequate and ordering preparation of a preliminary report for the Realignment
of County Road D (TH 61 to Highridge Court), City Project 02-08:
RESOLUTION 03-11-222
DECLARING ADEQUACY OF PETITION
AND
ORDERING PREPARATION OF PRELIMINARY REPORT
WHEREAS, a certain petition requesting the improvement and realignment of County
Road D between Trunk Highway 61, north of Guldens Restaurant and Highridge Court at
existing County Road D, has been filed with the City Council on November 10, 2003, and
WHEREAS, the petition represents not less than 35% in frontage of the real property
abutting the streets named in the petition, and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer has reported that the petition is valid and appropriate.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA:
1. The council hereby declares said petition to be adequate and signed by the
required percentage of owners affected thereby. This declaration is made in conformity to
Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429.035.
2. A copy of this resolution shall be published to allow any and all persons who may
be aggrieved by said declaration to appeal to the City Council this determination. Any person
aggrieved by this determination shall have 30 days to appeal to the City Council after adoption
and publication of this resolution. Unless reversed upon the appeal, the City Council's
determination that the petition is sufficient shall be considered final and conclusive consistent
with Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429.036.
3. The petition is hereby referred to the City Engineer and his consultant designee.
The City Engineer 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, costeffective
and feasible and as to whether it should be best made as proposed or in connection
with some other improvement, and the estimated cost of the improvement as recommended.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes-Councilmembers Collins, Koppen,
Juenemann and Wasiluk
Abstain-Mayor Cardinal
6. Maplewood Drive/Keller Parkway Resurfacing, Project 03-02 -Resolution Accepting the
Project
a. City Manager Fursman presented the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented specifics from the report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to adopt the following resolution accepting City
Project 03-02. Maplewood Drive/Keller Parkway Resurfacing
RESOLUTION 03-11-218
ACCEPTANCE OF PROJECT
WHEREAS, the city engineer for the City of Maplewood, Minnesota has determined
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that Maplewood Drive/Keller Parkway Resurfacing, City Project 03-02, is complete and
recommends acceptance of the project;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA that City Project 03-02 is complete and maintenance of these
improvements is accepted by the city. Release of any retainage or escrow is hereby
authorized.
Seconded by Councilmember Collins Ayes-Collins
L. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
1. Robert Zick-1880 East Shore Drive-complaint regarding removal of campaign signs.
M. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
1. MET Council Regional Meeting- Friday November 21st from 7: 30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.-at
the Maplewood Community Center.
2. House Numbers-Chief Lukin noted section 32-282 of the code states building or house
numbers should be no smaller that 3 '/z inches or larger than 12 inches high and should be
painted or made of a durable material It is also preferable that the numbers are
illuminated and must be visible from the street.
3. On November 25th Councilmember Wasiluk is unable to attend the Partnership Meeting,
and asked for one of the councilmembers or Mayor to attend at 7:30 a.m.
4. Councilmember Juenemann acknowledged all Police and Fire personnel for their
response to the recent tragic death of 5-year-old Sarah Elizabeth Busch.
N. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
1. The Urban Land Institute will be holding a meeting at 6: 30 p.m. on November 18~' --
a quorum of the City Council maybe present.
2. Mayors Breakfast November 20~'-The St. Paul Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a
Business Council breakfast at the Best Western in Maplewood at 7:00 a.m.; a quorum of
the City Council maybe present.
3. Mayor Cardinal congratulated the newly elected councilmembers Will Rossbach
(present) and Jackie Monahan-Junek.
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O. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Cardinal moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:48 p.m.
Seconded by Councilmember Collins Ayes -All
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