HomeMy WebLinkAbout09-09-91 MINUTES OF MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M., Monday, September 9, 1991
Council Chambers, Municipal Building
Meeting No. 91-17
A. CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota was held in the Council
Chambers, Municipal Building, and was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Mayor Bastian.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. ROLL CALL
Gary W. Bastian, Mayor Present
Dale H. Carlson, Councilmember Present
Frances L. Juke r, Councilmember Present
George F. Rossbach, Councilmember Present
Joseph A. Zappa, Councilmember Present
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.Council/Manager Meeting August 15, 1991
Councilmember Zappa moved to approve the minutes of Council/Manager Meeting
of August 15, 1991 as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
2.Meeting No. 91-16 (August 26, 1991)
Councilmember Zappa moved to approve the minutes of Meeting No. 91-16 (August
26, 1991) as corrected.
Page 2, Item K-1, b: Revise to: "Mayor Bastian asked Mr. Berglund to contact the
County Attorney if he had any information supporting certain statements
relating to the City Council."
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes - all
E. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Bastian moved to approve the Agenda as amended:
L. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS:
1.Short Term Mall Traffic
2.Roselawn Avenue: Reply - Commissioner Norgard's letter
3.1295 Lark Avenue
4.Reschedule October 14, 1991 Meeting
S.Mayors Update
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
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F. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Zappa moved, seconded by Mayor Bastian; ayes - all, to approve the consent
agenda items F-1 through F-7 as recommended.
1. Approval of Claims
Approved the following claims:
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE: $1,175,048.31 Checks #22826 - #22903
Dated 8-14-91 thru 8-30-91
$ 182,980.45 Checks #14631 - #14764
Dated 9-9-91
$1,358,028.76Tota1 per attached voucher/check register
PAYROLL: $ 191,704.39 Payroll Checks dated 8-30-91
$ 10,232.01 Payroll Deductions dated 8-30-91
$ 201,936.40 Total Payroll
$1,559,965.16 GRAND
TOTAL
2.Revision of Public Hearing Date
Revised the dates scheduled for the Public Hearing(s) on the 1992 Budget from
December 2nd and 15th to December 2nd and 12th (Continuation Hearing
date if needed).
3.Budget Transfer Request: Air Conditioning Repair
Authorized a budget transfer of $13,000 from the Contingency Account (101-119-
000-4910) to the City Hall Maintenance - Repair & Maintenance/Equipment
Account (101-110-000-4430) for repair of the air conditioning unit.
4.CDBG Joint Cooperation Agreement
Approved the following Resolution:
91-09-106
THREE-YEAR JOINT COOPERATION AGREEMENT WITH RAMSEY COUNTY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood has participated in the Community Development
Block Grant program in the past and may wish to in the future; and,
WHEREAS, the City supports the designation of Ramsey County as an
entitlement agency.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Maplewood approves the joint
cooperative agreement with Ramsey County.
S.Conditional Use Permit Review: 2555 Hazelwood Ave. (Growing Room Inc.)
Reviewed and renewed for five years the Conditional Use Permit for Holy Redeemer
Church to operate a day-care center at 2555 Hazelwood Avenue.
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6.Budget Transfer Request: Maintenance Agreement for Election Machines
Authorized a budget transfer from the Contingency Account (101-119-000-4910) to
Elections - Repair & Maintenance/Equipment (101-304-000-4430) to cover
the cost of a two-year maintenance contract.
7.Replacement of Part-Time Accountant
Authorized the replacement of the Finance Department Part-Time Accountant.
G. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1.7:00 P.M. Sterling/Schaller - Project 87-45 (4 Votes)
a.Mayor Bastian convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding a trunk
storm sewer outlet for the ponds that receive runoff from the
properties north of Linwood Avenue and east of Sterling Street.
b.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
c.City Attorney Kelly explained the procedure for public hearings.
d.Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the report.
e.Mayor Bastian opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents.
The following persons were heard:
Tom Wood, 2420 Hillwood Drive
James Kayser, 2516 Linwood Ave. E
Al Jiranec, 2480 Linwood Ave.
Kirk Hugo, 2437 Linwood Ave.
David Stahnke, 2383 Linwood Ave. (Also speaking for Mother)
Ione Peterson, 2401 Linwood Ave.
Charlotte Wirnen, Hillwood Drive
f.Mayor Bastian closed the public hearing.
g.Councilmember Zappa introduced the followinp Resolution and moved its
approval:
91 - 09 - 107
ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AFTER HEARING
WHEREAS, after due notice of public hearing on the construction of
bituminous concrete curb and gutter, storm sewers, utilities, and
appurtenances on Sterling Street, Schaller Drive, and Hillwood Drive,
City Project 87-45, a hearing on said improvement in accordance with the
notice duly given was duly held on September 9, 1991, 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:
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1.That it is advisable, expedient and necessary the City of Maplewood
construct bituminous street with concrete curb and gutter, storm
sewers, utilities, and appurtenances on Sterling Street,
Schaller Drive, and Hillwood Drive, City Project 87-45 as
described in the notice of hearing thereof, and orders the same
to be made.
2.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.
3.The project budget is amended to $1,814,000. The project financing shall
be as follows:
MSA $ 634,500
Special Assessments 1,348,500
Total $1,983,000
Seconded by Councilmember ]uker Ayes -all
H. AWARD OF BIDS
1.Holloway Ave., Beebe to Furness - Project 87-14
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the report.
c.Councilmember Zappa introduced the following Resolution and moved its
adoption:
91 - 09 - 108
AWARD OF BIDS
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, that the bid of
Danner, Inc. in the amount of $229,392.25 is the lowest responsible bid
for the construction of Holloway Avenue, Beebe to Furness, City Project
87-14, and the Mayor and Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to
enter into a contract with said bidder for and on behalf of the City.
FURTHERMORE, the project budget is amended to $298,200.00 and the project
financing is amended as follows:
North St. Paul per cooperative agreement $124,270.00
Ramsey County per cooperative agreement 65,740.00
Municipal State Aid 119,095.00
$352,050.00
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
2.Highwood/McKnight Storm Sewer Outlet - Project 90-10
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the report.
c.Councilmember Zappa moved to reiect the bids, review and rebid the proiect.
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Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1.Code Change: Single and Double Dwellings (2nd Reading - 4 Votes)
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Director of Community Development Olson presented the specifics of the report.
c.Mayor Bastian asked if anyone wished to speak before the Council regarding
this matter. The following was heard:
Michael Jordan, designing at Mayhill & Ivy
d.Councilmember Rossbach introduced the followinp Ordinance and moved its
adoption:
ORDINANCE N0. 691
AN ORDINANCE ABOUT THE FRONT YARD SETBACK REQUIREMENTS AND BUILDING LOCATIONS
FOR SINGLE AND DOUBLE DWELLINGS
THE MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Section 25-65 is changed as follows:
Sec. 25-65. Approval of plans.
(a)The Director of Community Development shall review all plans for minor
construction. The Director shall also review plans for single dwellings,
where required by Code. The City Council shall define minor construction
by dollar valuations set by resolution from time to time. Before approving
the plans, the Director must determine that the plans meet all City
ordinances and policies, including the design standards in section 25-70(b).
The Director may send any plan that he or she reviews to the Community
Design Review Board. The Director shall send a copy of any approved plan to
the City Council.
(b)Anyone may appeal the Director's decision to the Community Design Review Board
within fifteen (15) days after the Director sends a copy of the approved
plan to the City Council. The Board's decision shall be final, unless
someone appeals it to the City Council within fifteen (15) days after the
Board's decision.
(c)The Community Design Review Board shall review all other plans. The Board's
decision shall be final, unless someone appeals it to the City Council
within fifteen (15) days after the Board's decision. However, no person
shall revise a plan that the City Council originally approved without their
approval.
(d)This section shall not apply to interior construction, repair, maintenance,
underground tanks or the same-style replacement of building parts, such as a
new roof, door or windows.
Section 2.Section 25-66 (1) of the Design Review Board ordinance is changed as
follows:
(1)To review all building plans, except proposals excluded from review under section
25-65. Sign applications shall be reviewed as stated in article III of
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chapter 36.
Section 3.Section 36-6 (definitions) is changed by revising the definition of
building area as follows:
Building area: The area of a lot that is covered by buildings or has part of a
building extended over the lot. Building area shall not include cornices,
eaves, gutters, unenclosed decks or patios, or buildings with 120 square feet or
less of area.
Section 4. Section 36-70 in the R-1 Residence District (single family) is changed
as follows:
Sec. 36-70. Front yards.
Each dwelling shall have a front yard setback of at least thirty (30) feet, but not
more than thirty-five (35) feet. Except that, if the majority of the dwellings
on the same side of the same street and within three hundred and fifty (350)
feet of the lot to be built on have a predominant front yard setback, then all
dwellings or additions on that lot shall conform to that predominant setback.
The Director of Community Development may allow a different setback if it would
not adversely affect the drainage of surrounding properties and if any of the
following conditions apply:
1.The proposed setback would not affect the privacy of adjacent homes.
2.The proposed setback would save significant natural features, as defined in
Section 9-188.
3.The proposed setback is necessary to meet City, State or Federal regulations, such
as the pipeline setback or noise regulations.
4.The proposed setback is necessary for energy-saving, health or safety reasons.
S.The house is in a new development planned with larger setbacks.
The City shall consider the front yard setback as a minimum for accessory buildings.
The City may approve a conditional use permit to construction a building
addition, or part thereof, into a required setback. (Code 1965, 904.040; Ord.
No. 576, 1, 1-14-85)
Section 5. Section 36-78 in the R-1 district is added as follows:
Sec. 36-78. Dwelling orientation on interior lots.
The front of a dwelling on an interior lot shall face a public street, unless the
dwelling does not have an apparent front side. The front is generally the
longer side of the building and has a front door. The front wall may have up to
a thirty (30) degree angle from the street line. If the front wall has an
angle, the city shall use the longest section to determine the allowed angle
from the street line. This section shall not apply to corner lots. The
Director of Community Development may allow a different orientation if it would
not adversely affect the drainage of surrounding properties and if any of the
following conditions apply:
1.The proposed orientation would not affect the privacy of adjacent homes.
2.The proposed orientation would save significant natural features, as defined in
Section 9-188.
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3.The proposed orientation is necessary to meet City, State or Federal regulations,
such as the pipeline setback or noise regulations.
4.The proposed orientation is necessary for energy-saving, health or safety reasons.
Sec. 36-79. Maximum building area.
Building area shall not cover more than 30% of the area of a lot. The City Council
may approve a larger building area if they find that it would not affect the
character of the neighborhood.
Section 6.Section 36-81 in the RE Residence Estate District is changed
as follows:
Sec. 36-81. Permitted and conditional uses.
Any permitted or conditional use permitted in an R-1 Residence District (single
dwelling) is permitted in a R-E Residence Estate District. Such uses are
subject to the R-1 regulations, except as stated in Sections 36-82 and 36-83.
Section 7.Section 36-84.4 in the R-1S Small-Lot Single-Dwelling District
is changed as follows:
Sec. 36-84.4. Front yards.
Each dwelling shall have a front yard setback of at least thirty (30) feet, but not
more than thirty-five (35) feet. Except that, if the majority of the dwellings
on the same side of the same street and within three hundred and fifty (350)
feet of the lot to be built on have a predominant front yard setback then all
dwellings or additions on that lot shall conform to that predominant setback.
The Director of Community Development may allow a different setback if it would
not adversely affect the drainage of surrounding properties and if any of the
following conditions apply:
1.The proposed setback would not affect the privacy of adjacent homes.
2.The proposed setback would save significant natural features, as defined in
Section 9-188.
3.The proposed setback is necessary to meet City, State or Federal regulations, such
as the pipeline setback or noise regulations.
4.The proposed setback is necessary for energy-saving, health or safety
reasons.
S.The house is in a new development planned with larger setbacks.
The City shall consider the front yard setback as a minimum for accessory buildings.
The City may approve a conditional use permit to construct a building addition,
or part thereof, into a required setback. (Code 1965, 904.040; Ord. No. 576, 1,
1-14-85) depth.
Section 8. Section 36-84.11 in the R-1S District is added as follows:
Sec. 36-84.12. Dwelling orientation.
The front of a dwelling on an interior lot shall face a public street, unless the
dwelling does not have an apparent front side. The front is generally the
longer side of the building and has a front door. The front wall may have up to
a thirty (30) degree angle from the street line. If the front wall has an
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angle, the city shall use the longest section to determine the allowed angle
from the street line. This section shall not apply to corner lots. The
Director of Community Development may allow a different orientation if it would
not adversely affect the drainage of surrounding properties and if any of the
following conditions apply:
1.The proposed orientation would not affect the privacy of adjacent homes.
2.The proposed orientation would save significant natural features, as defined in
Section 9-188.
3.The proposed orientation is necessary to meet City, State or Federal regulations,
such as the pipeline setback or noise regulations.
4.The proposed orientation is necessary for energy-saving, health or safety reasons.
Sec. 36-84.13. Maximum building area.
Building area shall not cover more than 30% of the area of a lot. The City Council
may approve a larger building area if they find that it would not affect the
character of the neighborhood.
Section 9. Section 36-89 in the R-2 Double Dwelling District is changed as follows:
Sec. 36-89. Front yards.
Each dwelling shall have a front yard setback of at least thirty (30) feet, but more
than thirty-five (35) feet. Except that, if the majority of the dwellings on the
same side of the same street and within three hundred and fifty (350) feet of
the lot to be built on have a predominant front yard setback then all dwellings
or additions on that lot shall conform to that predominant setback. The
Director of Community Development may allow a different setback if it would not
adversely affect the drainage of surrounding properties and if any of the
following conditions apply:
1.The proposed setback would not affect the privacy of adjacent homes.
2.The proposed setback would save significant natural features, as defined in
Section 9-188.
3.The proposed setback is necessary to meet City, State or Federal regulations, such
as the pipeline setback or noise regulations.
4.The proposed setback is necessary for energy-saving, health or safety
reasons.
S.The house is in a new development planned with larger setbacks.
The City shall consider the front yard setback as a minimum for accessory buildings.
The City may approve a conditional use permit to construct a building addition,
or part thereof, into a required setback. (Code 1965, 904.040; Ord. No. 576, 1,
1-14-85)
Section 10. Section 36-95 in the R-2 district is added as follows:
Sec. 36-95. Dwelling orientation.
The front of a dwelling on an interior lot shall face a public street, unless the
dwelling does not have an apparent front side. The front is generally the
longer side of the building and has a front door. The front wall may have up to
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a thirty (30) degree angle from the street line. If the front wall has an
angle, the city shall use the longest section to determine the allowed angle
from the street line. This section shall not apply to corner lots. The
Director of Community Development may allow a different orientation if it would
not adversely affect the drainage of surrounding properties and if any of the
following conditions apply:
1.The proposed orientation would not affect the privacy of adjacent homes.
2.The proposed orientation would save significant natural features, as defined in
Section 9-188.
3.The proposed orientation is necessary to meet City, State or Federal regulations,
such as the pipeline setback or noise regulations.
4.The proposed orientation is necessary for energy-saving, health or safety reasons.
Sec. 36-96. Maximum building area.
Building area shall not cover more than 30% of the area of a lot. The City Council
may approve a larger building area if they find that it would not affect the
character of the neighborhood.
Section 11. This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage.
Seconded by Councilmember Zappa Ayes -all
NEW BUSINESS
1.Letter to Mayor
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.City Clerk Aurelius presented the specifics of the report.
c. Councilmember Zappa moved to table the item.
d.Councilmember Rossbach introduced the followinp Resolution and moved its
adoption:
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91 - 09 - 109
RESOLUTION FOR NOTIFICATION BY PROPERTY OWNERS
FOR NON-USAGE OF SEWER SERVICE FACILITIES
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood Ordinance No. 28-23 directs the billing and
mailing of sewer bill statements;
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood Ordinance No. 28-23 states in part:
"Statements shall be mailed to 'occupant' at the address of the property
owner, except for commercial accounts"
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood Ordinance No. 28-26 allows adjustments in
billing for any property for non-usage of the sewer service facilities
by the City Clerk if proof is submitted by the applicant that water
service has been terminated for a period not less than thirty (30) days.
WHEREAS, vacant property owners have been granted adjustments upon proof,
however, the City has lost billing revenues on said property because of
failure of property owners to notify City of the change of status of
property from vacant to occupied;
WHEREAS, property owners of vacant properties have stated that they have not
received past sewer billing statements;
WHEREAS, the City Clerk has kept detailed records of billing statements and
has not received from vacant property owners returned billing
statements;
LET IT BE RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF MAPLEWOOD that the City Clerk is directed,
when considering adjustments in billing pursuant to Maplewood City
Ordinance X28-26 to obtain from the property owner or property owner's
representative a statement that said property owner and/or its assigns
will notify the City of Maplewood, its City Clerk, within thirty (30)
days of occupancy of said property and/or renewal of water service. The
City Clerk is also authorized to obtain from said property owner or its
assigns a statement that failure to notify the City of Maplewood,
specifically its City Clerk, of the change of status of property from
vacant to occupied, will result in negating all past adjustments and the
City Clerk is authorized to bill and collect all past charges which
shall become due and payable.
Seconded by Mayor BastianAyes -Mayor Bastian, Councilmembers Carlson, ]uker,
Rossbach
Nays -Councilmember Zappa
2.Street Width Variation - Eldridge Ave. West of Birmingham
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the report.
c.Mayor Bastian asked if anyone wished to speak before the Council regarding
this matter. The following was heard:
Marlow Priebe, Priebe Engineering, P.A. stated that he and the developer
do agree to the 4 foot latitude for setback.
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d.Councilmember Zappa introduced the followinp Resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION 91 - 09 - 110
STREET WIDTH VARIATION
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA CITY COUNCIL that
a street width variation be permitted on Eldridge Avenue and Curve
Street from Birmingham Street to Belmont Avenue as provided in Section
29-52 (b) of City Code based on the following findings:
1."No Parking" on both sides of the proposed street provides adequate
driving width.
2.The reduced right-of-way width is an existing condition beyond the control
of the applicant.
3.Fu11 public services (sanitary sewer, water, permanent street, and
drainage) will be available for the developable property.
4.Front yard setback shall be established from 75 feet to 79 feet.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
3.McKnight Rd. Phase II, Larpenteur to Holloway - Project 87-04,
Schedule Assessment Hearing
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the report.
c.Councilmember Zappa introduced the followinp Resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION 91 - 09 - 111
ORDERING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL
WHEREAS, the City Clerk and City Engineer have costs for the improvement of
McKnight Road from Larpenteur to Holloway, City Project 87-04,
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 Carlson Ayes -all
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c.Councilmember Zappa introduced the followinp Resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION 91 - 09 - 112
ORDERING ASSESSMENT ROLL HEARING
WHEREAS, the Clerk and Engineer have, at the direction of the Council,
prepared an assessment roll for the construction of McKnight Road, Phase
2 - Larpenteur to Holloway, City Project 87-04, and the said assessment
is on file in the office of the City Clerk,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
1.A hearing shall be held on the 14th day of October, 1991, at the City
Hall at 7:20 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 that written or oral objections will be considered.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes -all
4.McKnight Rd. Phase III - Beaver Lake to Conway - Project 87-05,
Schedule Assessment Hearing
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the report.
c.Mayor Bastian introduced the followinp Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 91 - 09 - 113
ORDERING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL
WHEREAS, the City Clerk and City Engineer have costs for the improvement of
McKnight Road Phase Three: Beaver Lake to Conway Avenue, City Project
87-05.
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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 Carlson Ayes -all
d.Mayor Bastian introduced the followinp Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 91 - 09 - 114
ORDERING ASSESSMENT ROLL HEARING
WHEREAS, the Clerk and Engineer have, at the direction of the Council,
prepared an assessment roll for the construction of McKnight Road, Phase
3, Beaver Lake to Conway Avenue, City Project 87-05. and the said
assessment is on file in the office of the City Clerk,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
1.A hearing shall be held on the 14th day of October, 1991, at the City
Hall at 7:40 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 that written or oral objections will be considered.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes -all
S.Footprint Lake Storm Sewer - Project 87-32, Schedule Assessment Hearing
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the report.
c.Councilmember Zappa introduced the followinp Resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION 91 - 09 - 115
ORDERING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL
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WHEREAS, the City Clerk and City Engineer have costs for the improvement of
Footprint Lake Storm Sewer, City Project 87-32.
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 Rossbach Ayes -all
d.Mayor Bastian introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 91 - 09 - 116
ORDERING ASSESSMENT ROLL HEARING
WHEREAS, the Clerk and Engineer have, at the direction of the Council,
prepared an assessment roll for the construction of Footprint Lake Storm
Sewer, City Project 87-32, and the said assessment is on file in the
office of the City Clerk,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
1.A hearing shall be held on the 14th day of October, 1991, at the City
Hall at 8:00 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 that written or oral objections will be considered.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
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6.McKnight Road Phase I, Larpenteur to Beaver Lake - Project 81-20,
Schedule Assessment Hearing
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the report
c.Councilmember Zappa introduced the followinp Resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION 91 - 09 - 117
ORDERING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL
WHEREAS, the City Clerk and City Engineer have costs for the improvement of
McKnight Road from Larpenteur Avenue to Beaver Lake, City Project 81-20.
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 Carlson Ayes -all
d.Mayor Bastian introduced the followinp Resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION 91 - 09 - 118
ORDERING ASSESSMENT ROLL HEARING
WHEREAS, the Clerk and Engineer have, at the direction of the Council,
prepared an assessment roll for the construction of McKnight Road from
Larpenteur Avenue to Beaver Lake, City Project 81-20, and the said
assessment is on file in the office of the City Clerk,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA:
1.A hearing shall be held on the 14th day of October, 1991, 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,
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and that written or oral objections will be considered.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes -all
7.Change Order No. 6, Park Improvements '90
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Councilmember Zappa moved to approve Change Order Number 6 for Park
Improvements '90 and authorize a transfer from the PAC Commercial Fund to
Account 403-814-386-4720 for payment.
Seconded by Councilmember Zappa Ayes -all
8.Direct Communication Packages to State and Ramsey County
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.City Clerk Aurelius presented the specifics of the report.
c.Councilmember ]uker introduced the following Resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION 91 - 09 - 119
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT FOR DEPUTY REGISTRAR'S
ACCESS TO DRIVER LICENSE AND MOTOR VEHICLE RECORDS
BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Maplewood, Minnesota enter into a
contractual agreement with the State of Minnesota, Department of Public
Safety - Division of Driver and Vehicle Services for the project
entitled AGREEMENT FOR DEPUTY REGISTRAR'S ACCESS TO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
SAFETY DRIVER LICENSE AND MOTOR VEHICLE RECORDS.
Lucille E. Aurelius, City Clerk/Deputy Registrar, is hereby authorized to
execute such agreements as are necessary to implement the project on
behalf of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
c.Councilmember ]uker moved to authorize transfers from the Contingency Funds of
$3,540 to the 1991 City Clerk Budget and $960 for 1992 to cover the
cost of implementing and operating these communications packages.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
9.Group Insurance Coverages
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Human Resources Director Blackstone presented the specifics of the report.
c.Councilmember Rossbach moved to approve:
1.One-year contracts for health insurance coverage with Medica and Group
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Health.
2.A one-year contract for life insurance coverage with Minnesota Mutual.
3.A one-year contract for dental plan administrative services with DCA.
4.A one-year contract for long-term disability coverage with Schools
Insurance Fund.
Seconded by Councilmember Zappa Ayes -all
10.1810 E. Co. Rd. B - Fulk Property: Improvements
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Director of Parks and Recreation Odegard presented the specifics of the
report.
c.Mayor Bastian moved to include $5,400 for removing part of the block and
installing an energy-efficient 16' x 14' door.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes -Mayor Bastian, Councilmembers
Carlson, ]uker, Rossbach
Nays -Councilmember Zappa
d.Mayor Bastian moved to authorize the use of Tax Increment Funds in an amount
up to $76,000 for the renovation of 1810 East County Road B.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes -All
K. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
NONE
L. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
l.Short-Term Mall Traffic Plan
a.Councilmember Rossbach moved to request staff to present an update of the Mall
area traffic study.
Seconded by Mayor Bastian Ayes - all
2.Roselawn/Ripley Correspondence from Commissioner Norgard
a.Councilmember Zappa asked what action Council should take to upgrade the
street.
b.Council consensus was that Ramsey County should initiate any work to be done
there.
c.Councilmember Zappa moved to send a letter to Ramsey County requesting they
consider upgrading Roselawn Avenue.
Seconded by Mayor Bastian Ayes -all
3.1295 Lark Avenue
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a.Councilmember Zappa stated he had received a complaint regarding the traffic
in and out of 1295 Lark Avenue.
b.Councilmember Zappa moved to instruct staff to investigate the activity there
and report back to Council.
Seconded by Mayor Bastian Ayes -all
4.October 14, 1991 Council Meeting
a.Councilmember Carlson asked whether October 14, 1991 is a legal holiday.
b.Staff stated October 14 is not a holiday for City employees as it was
exchanged for the day after Thanksgiving.
S.Mayor's Update
Mayor Bastian reported that topics discussed at the Mayor's Forum included the
Community Center and the School District.
M. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
NONE
N. ADJOURNMENT
9:55 p.m.
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