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MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M. Monday, June 26, 2006
Council Chambers, City Hall
Meeting No. 06-16
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CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the City Council was held in the Council Chambers, at City Hall, and was called to order at
7:00 P.M. by Mayor Longrie.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Diana Longrie, Mayor Present
Rebecca Cave Councilmember Present
Erik Hjelle, Councilmember Present
Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember Present
Will Rossbach, Councilmember Present
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Longrie moved to approve the agenda as amended.
M1. Special Meeting
M2. South Council Meeting Update (Carver School)
M3. Council Meeting Future Topics and Dates
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-All
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. June O5, 2006 City Council/Manager Workshop
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the minutes from the June O5, 2006 Council/Manager
Workshop as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-All
2. June 12, 2006 City Council/Manager Workshop
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve the minutes from the June 12, 2006 Council/Manager
Workshop as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-All
June 12, 2006 City Council Meeting
Mayor Longrie moved to approve the minutes from the June 12, 2006 City Council Meeting Workshop
as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle
Ayes-All
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F.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
Nancy Lazaryan (Marchetti), 10734 West Lake Road, Rice, MN, attorney for Evelyn C.
Wallyce asked questions of council regarding a Maplewood property. Mayor Longrie added this
item to council presentations.
Elizabeth Sletten, 804 Village Parkway, Circle Pines, MN, confirmed council received a letter
regarding an investigation and the City Attorney's Office.
Bill Kayser, no address given, clarified item F1 will be discussed in council presentations at the
council meeting this evening.
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APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
None
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 7:30 p.m. Conditional Use Permit Review -Maplewood Business Center (1616 Gervais
Avenue)
a. Planner Finwall presented the report.
b. City Attorney Kelly responded to council and visitor questions.
c. Mayor Longrie opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents. The
following persons were heard:
Jerry Steiner, Suite 400 Wells Fargo Bank Building, Hopkins
Guy Gillmore, 345 Cedar Street, St. Paul Pioneer Press
Kevin and Cindy Hall, 1596 Grandview Avenue, Maplewood
David Bartol, 1249 Frisbie Avenue, Maplewood
Guy Gillmore, second appearance
Patrick Lensing, Property Manager, Steiner Development, 3610 County Road 101, Wayzata
Mayor Longrie closed the public hearing (9:20 p.m.).
Councilmember Rossbach moved to table this item for one month and directed staff to investigate
options (to include applying hours of operation controls and a memorandum of understanding between
the city and St. Paul Pioneer Press) for the Maplewood Business Center site at 1616 Gervais Avenue.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach
Ayes-Mayor Longrie, Councilmembers Cave, Hjelle
and Rossbach
Nays-Councilmember Juenemann
9:33 p.m. - A five minute break was taken.
CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Rossbach moved to approve consent agenda items 1, 2, 4-6.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-All
Mayor Longrie moved to table consent agenda item 3 until July and directed staff to review the outside
storage at George's Auto Body (1225 Frost Avenue).
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-All
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Approval of Claims
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 250,241.68 Checks # 70128 thru # 70166
dated 6/13/2006
$ 344,948.26 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 6/2/2006 thru 6/8/2006
$ 239,662.61 Checks # 70167 thru # 70234
dated 06/14/06 thru 06/20/06
$ 137,603.49 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 06/09/06 thru 06/15/06
$ 972,456.04 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL
Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated
485,065.07 06/09/06
2,305.25 Payroll Deduction check # 105353 thru # 105354
dated 06/16/06
487,370.32 Total Payroll
$ 1,459,826.36 GRAND TOTAL
Conditional Use Permit Review -Beaver Lake Town houses (Maryland Avenue and Lakewood
Drive)
Moved to review the conditional use permit for the planned unit development for the Beaver
Lake Town Houses at Maryland Avenue and Lakewood Drive again in one year or sooner if the
owner proposes a major change to the site.
Conditional Use Permit Review -George's Auto Body (1225 Frost Avenue)
Tabled consent agenda item 3 until July and directed staff to review the outside storage at
George's Auto Body (1225 Frost Avenue).
County Road D Realignment (West) Improvements, City Project 02-08 -Resolution for
Modification of Existing Construction Contract
Adopted the following resolution directing the modification of the existing construction contract,
Change Orders Nos. 17 and 18 (T.A. Schifsky Contract), for the County Road D West
Improvements (TH 61 to Walter Street). City Project 02-08:
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RESOLUTION 06-06-074
DIRECTING MODIFICATION OF EXISTING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT
PROJECT 02-08, CHANGE ORDER Nos. 17-18
(T.A. Schifsky Contract)
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered made Improvement
Project 02-08, County Road D Realignment (West) Improvements (TH 61 to Walter Street), and has let a
construction contract pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429, and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer has reported that it is now necessary and expedient that said contract be
modified and designated as Improvement Project 02-08, Change Order No. 17-18, (T.A. Schifsky Contract), as
an increase to said contract by an amount of $39,356.19, such that the new contract amount is now and
hereby established as $906,225.10.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA
that the mayor and city manager are hereby authorized to sign on behalf of the City of Maplewood to signify
and show that the existing contract is hereby modified through said Change Order No. 17-18 as a contract
increase in the amount of $39,356.19. The revised contract amount is $906,225.10 and,
The finance director is hereby authorized to make the financial transfers necessary to implement the
revised financing plan for the project. A project budget of $3,653,739.06 shall be established. The proposed
financing plan is as follows:
M n/Dot
Troutland
Ramsey County
Vadnais Heights
SPRWS
Developer
Interest on Investments
2006 Bonding
Special Assessments
Bond Sales
$ 485,303.06
$ 10,000.00
$ 690,582.00
$ 301,168.00
$ 33,378.00
$ 45,000.00
$ 45,000.00
$ 468,544.00
$ 1,077,964.00
$ 496,800.00
TOTAL $ 3,653,739.06
Public Works Building Improvements, City Project 03-19 -Approve Purchase of Office Furniture
Approved the quote and awarded the bid to Intereum, Inc. for furniture within the Public Works
building expansion in the amount of $16,648.33.
County Road D Realignment (East) Improvements (TH 61 to Southlawn), City Project 02-07 -
Approve 6-month Extension to Purchase Option for Ramsey County Regional Rail Authority for
Burlington Northern Rail Corridor
Approved an extension to December 31, 2006, of the option agreement with Ramsey County
Regional Rail Authority for the Burlington Northern Rail corridor as part of the County Road D
Realignment Agreement for County Road D Improvements, City Project 02-07.
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AWARD OF BIDS
None
K. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Eldridge Avenue, Street and Utility Improvements for the Eldridge Fields Development,
City Project 06-04 -Resolution Accepting Report and Calling for Public Hearing
Assistant City Engineer Laberee presented the report.
Councilmember Juenemann moved to adopt the following resolution accepting the report and
calling for a public hearing for 7:00 p.m., Monday July 10, 2006, for the Eldridge Avenue Street
and Utility Improvements for Eldridge Fields Development:
RESOLUTION 06-06-075
ACCEPTING REPORT AND CALLING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution of the council adopted May 22"', 2006, a report has been
prepared by the city engineering division with reference to the improvement of Eldridge Avenue Street
and Utility Improvements for Eldridge Fields Development, City Project 06-04, and this report was
received by the council on June 22"', 2006, 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
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 $301,000.
2. A public hearing shall be held on such proposed improvement on the 10`h day of July
2006 in the council chambers of city hall at 7:00 p.m., and the clerk shall give mailed and published
notice of such hearing and improvement as required by law.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-All
Kenwood Area Street Improvements, City Project 05-16 -Resolution for Modification of Project
Budget
Assistant City Engineer Laberee presented the report.
The following person was heard:
Jason Welsh, 760 Eldridge Avenue East, Maplewood
Councilmember Juenemann moved to adopt the following resolution directing the modification
of the protect budget for Kenwood Area Neighborhood Improvements, City Protect 05-16:
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RESOLUTION 06-06-076
DIRECTING MODIFICATION OF PROJECT BUDGET
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered made Improvement
Project 05-16, Kenwood Area Neighborhood Improvements, and
WHEREAS, it is now necessary and expedient that the project budget be modified.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA
that:
The finance director is hereby authorized to make the financial transfers necessary to
implement the revised financing plan for the project. A project budget of $5,414,300 shall be
established. The proposed financing plan is as follows:
Assessments:
Ramsey Wash Watershed District:
Sanitary Sewer Utility Fund:
SPRWS Obligation:
WAC Fund
Environmental Utility Fund
Investment Interest:
City general tax levy:
Total
$ 1,454,620 (27°~)
$ 90,600 (2°~)
$ 561,000 (10°~)
$339,900 (6°~)
$ 80,000 (2°~)
$ 327,500 (6°~)
$ 60,000 (1 °~)
$2,500,680 (46°~)
$ 5,414,300 (100°~)
Mayor Longrie added a friendly amendment that the motion includes calling for an assessment
hearing.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-All
L. NEW BUSINESS
Eldridge Fields (Eldridge Avenue, west of Prosperity Avenue)
Right-of-Way Vacation
Preliminary Plat
Planner Finwall presented the report.
The following person was heard:
Keith Frank, Frank Construction, 1327 Edgerton Street, St. Paul
Councilmember Rossbach moved to adopt the following resolution vacating the west 136.75 feet of the
23-foot Eldridge Avenue right-of-wav located west of the right-of-wav line of the Eldridge Avenue cul-de-
sac:
STREET VACATION RESOLUTION 06-06-077
WHEREAS, Keith Frank of Frank Construction, Inc., applied for the vacation of the following-
described right-of-way:
The westerly 136.75 feet of the unused 23-foot-wide section of Eldridge Avenue right-of-way
which is located west of the right-of-way line of the new Eldridge Avenue cul-de-sac.
WHEREAS, the history of this vacation is as follows:
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1. On June 7, 2006, the planning commission held a public hearing about this proposed
vacation. The city staff published a notice in the Maplewood Review and sent a notice to the abutting
property owners. The planning commission gave everyone at the hearing a chance to speak and
present written statements. The planning commission also considered reports and recommendations of
the city staff. The planning commission recommended that the city council approve the vacation.
2. On June 26, 2006, the city council reviewed this proposal. The city council also
considered reports and recommendations of the city staff and planning commission.
WHEREAS, after the city approves this vacation, public interest in the property will go to the
following abutting property: Lot 1, Block 2 Eldridge Fields.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the city council approve the above-described right-
of-way vacation for the following reasons:
It is in the public interest.
The applicant and the abutting property owners have no plans to build a street at
this location.
The adjacent properties have street access.
The vacation of the right-of-way will allow the development of the Eldridge Fields
plat with five single family homes.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
Councilmember Rossbach moved to aoorove Keith Frank's oreliminarv plat date stam
Have the city engineer approve final construction and engineering plans. These plans
shall comply with all requirements as specified in the city engineering department's May
22, 2006, engineering plan review including the developer entering into a development
agreement with the city, extending the sanitary sewer main to the east to allow for future
service to the vacant lot on the north side of Eldridge Avenue, and the construction of a
Swale on the John Glenn property to direct the storm water flow west.
Revise the plat to show a drainage and utility easement for the storm sewer pipe and the
two rainwater gardens over Lots 2 and 3, Block 2.
c. Prior to final plat approval, the following must be submitted for city staff approval:
1) Homeowner's association documents to ensure the maintenance of the rainwater
gardens, retaining walls, and trees.
2) Revised site plan which shows an 8-foot-wide pedestrian trail over the new
sanitary sewer line which extends north from the end of the new cul-de-sac to Burke
Avenue.
3) Revised landscape plan which includes 12 additional evergreen trees. The
additional evergreen trees should be 6 feet in height and should be staggered every 15
feet along the west and south property lines of the southern lots. Further consideration
shall be given to the tree plan prior to final plat to ensure the location and species of the
trees are adequate for screening and conditions.
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Have Xcel Energy install two street lights as follows: 1) at the intersection of Prosperity
Avenue and Eldridge Avenue; and 2) at the end of the Eldridge Avenue cul-de-sac. The
exact location and type of light shall be subject to the city engineer's approval.
Record all easements and owners association agreements with the final plat.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes- All
2. 2007 Charitable Gambling
a. Interim City Manager Copeland presented the report.
b. City Attorney Kelly provided further specifics.
c. The following persons were heard:
Char Wasiluk, representing the Maplewood Area Historical Society
Joe Fox, representing the Ramsey County Fair
Nancy Guerino, representing Friends of the Library
Linda Christensen, representing the Heritage Theatre Company
Mayor Longrie read a letter into the record from Catherine Boehm (Carver Elementary Parent
Teacher Organization)
Police Chief Thomalla, representing the Police Explorers and the Police Reserves
Fire Chief Lukin, representing the Maplewood Fire Department
Mayor Longrie and each Councilmember submitted their recommendations to the Interim City Manager.
The results will be presented for approval by council at the July 10`h City Council Meeting.
M. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
Special Meeting
Councilmembers Cave and Hjelle are unable to attend the Special Meeting June 28`h due to a
previously scheduled meeting of the Joint Ice Arena Board.
Assistant City Attorney Ramberg spoke to possible ordinance violations or potential liabilities
resulting from the hiring of an interim City Manager.
City Attorney Kelly discussed possible liabilities that could result during a hiring process.
The special meeting was rescheduled to July 17, 2006 at 7:00 p.m.
Carver City Council Meeting
Councilmember Cave was pleased with the turnout at the Council Meeting held in south
Maplewood, and would like to see another meeting in the southern potion of the city within the
next six months.
South Leg Meeting Update
Councilmember Rossbach reported on the June 22"'South Leg meeting. The next meeting will
be held on August 24`h
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Mayor Longrie moved to extend the meeting until all agenda items were completed.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
4. Future Topics
Councilmember Rossbach requested suggestions for future topics from other Councilmembers
for the South Leg Meetings.
N. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
1. 2516 Linwood Avenue Parcel -Maplewood
Mayor Longrie moved to direct staff to select an experienced certified title insurance specialist who is
also a certified real estate specialist, with a cap of $3000, to review the property file and title for 2516
Linwood Avenue, Maplewood.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-All
O. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Longrie moved to adjourn at 11:17 p.m.
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