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MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M. Monday, July 24, 2006
Council Chambers, City Hall
Meeting No. 06-20
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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
7:32 P.M. by Mayor Longrie.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Diana Longrie, Mayor
Rebecca Cave Councilmember
Erik Hjelle, Councilmember
Kathleen Juenemann, Councilmember
Will Rossbach. Councilmember
Present
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APPROVAL OF AGENDA
L4. City Manager Hiring Process Timeline
M1. Statement Prepared by Sherrie Le
M2. City Attorney Process
M3. St. Paul Tourist Cabin Site
M4. Tree Ordinance
M5. Recent Newspaper Articles
Mayor Longrie moved to approve the agenda as amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-All
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Minutes from the July 10, 2006 Council/Manager Workshop
Mayor Longrie moved to approve the minutes from the July 10, 2006 Council/Manager
Workshop as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-Mayor Longrie, Councilmembers Cave, Hjelle
and Rossbach
Abstain-Councilmember Juenemann
2. Minutes from the July 10, 2006 City Council Meeting (continued July 12, 2006)
Mayor Longrie moved to approve the minutes from the July 10, 2006 City Council Meeting as
amended.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-All
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F. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
Patty Gearin, 2575 Caver Avenue East, shared the success of her recycling business located in
St. Paul Park, which currently staffs 16 employees with hopes to expand to 45 in the near
future.
Sharon Lumphrey, 1817 Clarence Street, Maplewood, asked Mayor and council to respect one
another and each others gifts and talents. The citizens are counting on them to "help keep
the City of Maplewood together."
Marilyn Galbraith, 1770 Edward Street, Maplewood, resident of 38 years, appreciated council
"dissecting" each of the proposals for the Gladstone Redevelopment Master Plan and offered
her thanks for the thoughffulness of the council.
Dan Fisher, Moose Lodge, Frost and English, invited the community to a Bike Show to benefit
the Muscular Dystrophy Association on August 19`h from 2-5 p.m.
Ron Cockriel, 943 Century Avenue, expressed his dissatisfaction with council's lack to work as
a team. Mr. Cockriel thanked council for all of their efforts and asked for reconsideration on
the Carver EAW decision. Mayor Longrie explained the process for reconsideration.
Mark Bonitz, 1635 Sterling Street South, requested reconsideration for a full environmental
impact study for the Carver parcel.
Bill Kayser, 6408 81~` Ave North, Brooklyn Park, asked if pertinent documents were
obtained from the previous City Attorney regarding a property in Maplewood. Interim City
Attorney Kantrud confirmed receiving the files, having a general familiarity with the file and
talking to the legal representative for the family. Mr. Kayser also spoke to a recent arrest
involving the property in question.
G. APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
National Night Out Plans
Parks and Recreation Director Anderson presented the report.
Police Chief Thomalla and Councilmember Juenemann provided further specifics.
Currently 73 block parties have been scheduled with the number increasing daily. Akick-off
parade will be revisited for 2007 after further evaluation and discussion of this year's event.
Recycling Open House August 16, 2006, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Gladstone Neighborhood
Fire Station (1955 Clarence Street)
City Engineer Ahl presented the report.
City Engineer Ahl encouraged all residents to participate in the recycling open house on August
16`h
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
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I. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Juenemann moved to approve consent agenda items 2, 3, 5-10.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-All
Councilmember Hjelle moved to approve consent agenda item 1.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-All
Councilmember Hjelle moved to approve consent agenda items 4.
Seconded by Mayor Longrie Ayes-All
1. Approval of Claims
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 332,740.39 Checks # 70359 thru # 70401
dated 6/30/06 thru 7/11/06
$ 2,608,423.84 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 6/26/06 thru 7/06/06
$ 89,687.00 Checks # 70402 thru # 70444
dated 07/18/06
$ 106,631.60 Disbursements via debits to checking account
dated 07/07/06 thru 07/12/06
$ 3,137,482.83 Total Accounts Payable
Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated
$ 490,894.28 07/14/06
$ 2,305.25 Payroll Deduction check # 105593 thru # 105594
dated 07/14/06
$ 493,199.53 Total Payroll
$ 3,630,682.36 GRAND TOTAL
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2. Purchase of One-Ton Truck Cab/Chassis and Utility Crane Body
Authorized to enter into a contract with Stillwater Motors for the purchase of the cab/chassis in
the amount of $26,610.68, and Aspen Equipment Company for the purchase of the utility
crane body in the amount of $16,400.28.
3. -Item moved to Appointments/Presentations
4. Budget Changes for Building Utilities
Approved the cable franchise fee surplus ($61,885) along with $15,905 from the General Fund
reserve for contingencies be used to finance the $77,790 shortage in the building utilities
account.
Budget Changes for Investment Management Fees
Approved the 2006 budget for the General Fund revenue from internal investment management
fees be increased form $107,670 to $130,980 and the 2006 budget for the investment
management fees expenses by increased from $26,480 to $30,370.
Conditional Use Permit Review -George's Auto Body (1225 Frost Avenue)
Approved to review the conditional use permits for George's Auto Body Repair at 1225 Frost
Avenue again in one year.
Conditional Use Permit Review -Olivia Gardens (Olivia Court and Stillwater Road)
Approved to review the conditional use permit (CUP) for Olivia Gardens PUD again in one year
(July 2007) or sooner if the owner proposes a major change to the site.
Child Seat Donation
Accepted the donation of two child car seats for use by Maplewood officers in the course of their
duties, from Paul Johnson, a citizen of St. Paul.
Temporary Gambling -Church of St. Jerome
Adopted the following resolution approving temporary lawful gambling for the Church of St.
Jerome on September 17, 2006:
RESOLUTION 06-07-088
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, by the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota, that the temporary
permit for lawful gambling is approved for the Church of St. Jerome.
FURTHERMORE, that the Maplewood City Council waives any objection to the timeliness of
application for said permit as governed by Minnesota Statute §349.213.
FURTHERMORE, that the Maplewood City Council requests that the Gambling Control Division
of the Minnesota Department of Gaming approve said permit application as being in compliance
with Minnesota Statute §349.213.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it further resolved that this Resolution by the City Council of
Maplewood, Minnesota, be forwarded to the Gambling Control Division for their approval.
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10. Payment of Safari Software Maintenance Fees for Parks and Recreation Department
Authorized to pay the support contract for Safari Recware in the amount of $9,288.
AWARD OF BIDS
None
K. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Kenwood Area Street Improvements, City Project 05-16: Resolution Ordering Assessment
Hearing
City Engineer Ahl presented the report.
Councilmember Hjelle moved to adopt the following resolution for the Kenwood Area Street
Improvements, Proiect 05-16 -Ordering the Assessment Hearing or 7:00 p.m.,
Monday. August 14`h, 2006:
RESOLUTION 06-07-089
ORDERING ASSESSMENT ROLL HEARING
WHEREAS, the clerk and the city engineer have, at the direction of the council, prepared an
assessment roll for the Kenwood Area Street Improvements, City Project 05-16, and the said
assessment roll 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 14th day of August 2006, at the city hall at 7:00 p.m. to
pass 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 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 city engineer and that written or oral objections will be considered.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-All
Eldridge Avenue, Street and Utility Improvements for the Eldridge Fields Development, City
Project 06-04: Resolution Ordering Preparation of Assessment Roll
City Engineer Ahl presented the report
Councilmember Juenemann moved to adopt the following resolution for the Eldridge Avenue
Street and Utility Improvements, Proiect 06-04: Ordering the Preparation of the Assessment
Roll:
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RESOLUTION 06-07-090
ORDERING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL
WHEREAS, the city clerk and city engineer will receive bids for the Eldridge Avenue
Street and Utility Improvements, City Project 06-04
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 Hjelle Ayes-All
Gervais Avenue Street Improvements, City Project 05-17: Resolution Approving Plans,
Ad for Bid and Ordering the Preparation of the Assessment Roll
City Engineer Ahl presented the report.
Councilmember Hjelle moved to adopt the following resolutions for the Gervais Avenue Street
Improvements, Proiect 05-17: Approving Plans and Advertising for Bids and Ordering the
Preparation of the Assessment Roll:
RESOLUTION 06-07-091
APPROVING PLANS
ADVERTISING FOR BIDS
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution passed by the city council on June 12`h, 2006, plans
and specifications for Gervais Avenue Street Improvements, Project 05-17, have been prepared
by (or under the direction of) the city engineer, who has presented such plans and specifications
to the council for approval,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
1. Such plans and specifications, acopy of which are attached hereto and made a
part hereof, are hereby approved and ordered placed on file in the office of the city clerk.
2. The city clerk shall prepare and cause to be inserted in the official paper and in
the 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 30th day of
August, 2006, 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 September 11, 2006.
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RESOLUTION 06-07-092
ORDERING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL
WHEREAS, the city clerk and city engineer will receive bids for the Gervais Avenue
Street Improvements, City Project 05-17.
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 Juenemann Ayes-All
Report on the Status of the Conditional Use Permit Review -Maplewood Business Center
(1616 Gervais Avenue) -Continued for 30 days to allow for mediation among the parties with
the Dispute Resolution Center
Planner Finwall presented the report.
Councilmember Hjelle moved to table the Conditional Use Permit review until August 28, 2006,
for the Maplewood Business Center site at 1616 Gervais Avenue in order to allow the interim
city attorney's office time to review controls on hours of operation and a memorandum of
understanding between the city and St. Paul Pioneer Press. During the one-month period city
staff will also work with the Dispute Resolution Center and the appropriate parties to come to an
alternative resolution and update the city council on any progress made in this regard.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
L. NEW BUSINESS
Intoxicating Liquor License Change of Manager -Robert Delmont -Pei Wei Asian Diner
REaL Director/City Clerk Guilfoile presented the report.
Robert Delmont, the applicant, was present for council questions.
Councilmember Hjelle moved to approve the intoxicating liquor license change of
manager for Mr. Robert Delmont for the Pei Wei Asian Diner, 3095 White Bear Avenue.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-All
Alcohol/Tobacco Compliance Check Failures
REaL Director/City Clerk Guilfoile presented the report.
Police Chief Thomalla provided further specifics from the report.
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c. The following persons were heard
Arthur Stein, Laber's Liquors
Paul Mateka, Dean's Tavern
Lynn Roth, Maplewood Bowl
Abraham Moore, Hilltop Foods
Cheryl Wolf, Huey's Saloon
Raymond Muckala, Holiday Station
Councilmember Juenemann moved to table addressing the non-compliance for alcohol/tobacco
compliance for Partytime Liquors and Knowlans to the next city council meeting to permit the
owners to be present:
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-All
Councilmember Rossbach moved to impose the following fines for alcohol/tobacco compliance
check failures:
• AMF-Maplewood Lanes $250
• Chalet Lounge $250
• Deans Tavern $500
• Hilltop Foods, Inc. $500
• Huey's Saloon $500
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-All
Councilmember Juenemann moved to impose a $750 fine to Holiday Station/Centu
for an alcohol/tobacco compliance check failure.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-All
Mayor Longrie moved to table the imposition of a fine for McKnight Mart and Gas and directed
staff to attempt to locate the previous owner of the business when the compliance check failure
occurred. The cost of locating the owner should not exceed the amount of the fine.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
Councilmember Hjelle moved to impose a fine of a $2000 to Laber Liquors for an
alcohol/tobacco compliance check failure. The amount imposed is due to multiple violations
since 2000. As agreed to by Mr. Arthur Stein, the owner, Laber's will also hold a one day
training session with the Maplewood Police Department and purchase an electronic device
used to swipe driver's licenses to view their age in lieu of an imposed suspension period.
Failure to comply with all requirements within 45 days will result in a three day suspension of the
business license.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
Raymond Muckala was recognized by Mayor Longrie. Mr. Muckula thanked council for their
consideration in his case. He asked that council consider a provision that acknowledges
continued time frames of compliance for redemption purposes.
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Kenwood Area Neighborhood Street Improvements, City Project 05-16; 749 Skillman - On
Street Parking
City Engineer Ahl presented the report.
Mayor Longrie move to adopt the resolution approving the addition of two parking spaces on
Skillman Avenue in the form of bump outs with a provision that a sign is installed to remind
residents of the overnight parking restrictions.
Motion died for lack of a second.
Councilmember Rossbach moved to deny the resolution approving the addition of two parking
spaces on Skillman Avenue in the form of bump outs with a provision that a sign is
installed to remind residents of the overnight parking restrictions.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-Councilmembers Cave, Hjelle, Juenemann
and Rossbach
Nays-Mayor Longrie
4. City Manager Hiring Process Timeline
a. Councilmember Rossbach presented the report.
Councilmember Rossbach moved to set the goal to have the new City Manger hired and
attending his/her first council meeting December 11, 2006.
Seconded by Mayor Longrie Ayes-All
M. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
Statement Prepared by Sherrie Le
Councilmember Rossbach requested to read a statement that Human Resource Director Le
asked him to read into the record.
Councilmember Cave moved to table the Sherrie Le memo until Ms. Le is available to read the
statement herself or has it placed on the next City Council Meeting agenda.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-Mayor Longrie, Councilmembers Cave and
Hjelle
Nays-Councilmembers Juenemann and Rossbach
Councilmember Hjelle moved to waive the 11:00 p.m. curfew to address the remainder of the
items on the agenda.
Seconded by Councilmember Cave Ayes-Mayor Longrie, Councilmembers Cave and
Hjelle
Nays-Councilmembers Juenemann and Rossbach
St. Paul Tourist Cabin Site
Councilmember Hjelle stated a press conference was held Thursday, July 20`h at City Hall
regarding developer Bart Montanari. Mr. Montanari has entered into an agreement with the St.
Paul Tourist Cabin Site property owner to develop a 55 and above active senior housing project.
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City Attorney Process
Councilmember Hjelle confirmed the City Attorney Request for Proposal (RFP) is progressing.
Mr. Copland is pursing counsel for contract negotiations. Mr. Hjelle thanked Interim City
Attorney Kantrud for providing "non-clouded" straighttorward answers to questions.
Councilmember Juenemann requested a breakout of legal fees.
Tree Ordinance
Mayor Longrie would like a first draft of the revised tree ordinance addressed as soon
as possible. Interim City Manager Copeland provided an update on the progress and stated
Mr. Kantrud currently has the draft.
Recent Newspaper Article
Mayor Longrie bypassed the discussion she wanted to have to have regarding recent
newspaper articles to allow time to address the remaining items on the agenda.
N. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
GovDelivery Program
IT Director Fowlds provided an overview and update on the auto-email program now available
by signing upon the city website.
Use of Ramsey County Workhouse Inmates to Assist City Crews in Maintenance Projects
Interim City Manager Copeland informed council on the benefits of the continued use of
Ramsey County Workhouse inmates to assist the Public Works and Parks and Recreation
crews on city projects.
Authority to Seek Bids to Replace Seals on Hot Water Hear Loop Pipes at City Hall
Interim City Manager Copeland presented the report.
Maintenance Manager Farr presented specifics from the report.
Councilmember Hjelle moved to authorize staff to seek bids to replace seals on hot water loop
pipes at City Hall.
Seconded by Councilmember Juenemann Ayes-All
Authority to Expend up to $15,000 to conduct an Engineering Study on the Walls of the
Community Center to Determine the Cause of Water Leaks
Interim City Manager Copeland presented the report.
Chief Building Engineer Farr presented specifics from the report.
Mayor Longrie moved to expend up to $15,000 to conduct an engineering study on the walls of
the Maplewood Community Center to determine the cause of water leaks.
Seconded by Councilmember Hjelle Ayes-All
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O. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Longrie moved to adjourn at 11:37 p.m.
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