HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-22-92 MINUTES OF MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M., Monday, June 22, 1992
Council Chambers, Municipal Building
Meeting No. 92-12
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.Meeting No. 92-10, May 28, 1992
Councilmember Zappa moved to approve the minutes of Meeting No. 92-10 (May 28,
1992) as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
2.Council/Manager Meeting June 3, 1992
Councilmember Zappa moved to approve the minutes of Council/Manager Meeting of
June 3, 1992 as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
3.Special Council Meeting/Mayor's Forum, June 2, 1992
Councilmember Zappa moved to approve the minutes of the Special Council
Meetinp/Mayor's Forum of June 2, 1992 as presented.
Seconded by Mayor Bastian Ayes - all
4.Meeting No. 92-11, June 8, 1992
Councilmember Zappa moved to approve the minutes of Meeting No. 92-11 (June 8,
1992) as corrected:
Page 8, Item G-3-g: Ayes -Mayor Bastian, Councilmembers
Carlson, Rossbach, Zappa
Nays - Councilmember Juker
Seconded by Mayor Bastian Ayes - all
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E. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Councilmember Zappa moved to approve the Agenda as amended:
L-1 Roof Top Screening
J-5 Environmental Assessment
J-6 Mosquito Control
M-1 Table F-5 until next meeting: July 13, 1992
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
EA. PRESENTATIONS
1. Mn/DOT Representative
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Mayor Bastian moved to table until the MNDot representative can attend a
Council/Manager meeting.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
F. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Zappa moved, seconded by Councilmember Carlson; ayes - all, to
approve the consent agenda items 1 - 4 and 6 - 9 as recommended. (Item
F-5 tabled to July 13, 1992)
1. Approval of Claims
Approved the following claims:
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE: $ 431,940.40 Checks #23123 - #23170
Dated 6-1-92 thru 6-9-92
$ 114,059.01 Checks #13748 - #17490
Dated 6-22-92
$ 545,999.41Tota1 per attached voucher/check register
PAYROLL: $ 201,866.66Payroll Checks #26817 thru #26981
Dated 6-5-92
$ 40,132.16 Payroll Deduction Checks #26986 thru
#27002 dated 6-5-92
$ 241,998.82 Total Payroll
$ 787,998.23 GRAND
TOTAL
2.Project 90-07: Assessment Error
Authorized the property owners of Parcel 10-29-22-24-0013 to pay the original
principle amount of assessment 90-07, without interest, within the next
30 days due to an error in the assessment process.
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3.Conditional Use Permit Termination:
Kennard St. (Korridor Capital Investments, Inc.)
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TERMINATION
WHEREAS, on November 13, 1989, the City Council approved a conditional use
permit to mine the following described property:
The Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 3, Township 29,
Range 22, Ramsey County, Minnesota, except the West 727.75 feet
as measured at right angles to the West line thereof. Also
except that part of the South 660.00 feet as measured at right
angles to the South 1 i ne 1 yi ng East of the West 727.75 feet as
measured at right angles to the West line thereof.
Subject to and together with easements of record, if any.
WHEREAS, the applicant has finished mining this property.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council ends this conditional
use permit, because the applicant has finished mining this property.
4.Preliminary Plat Time Extension: Beth Heights Addition
Approved a one-year time extension for the Beth Heights Addition preliminary
plat, subject to the June 24, 1991 conditions, as compliance with one
of the conditions is dependent upon the City's completion of Sterling
Street construction.
S.Preliminary Plat Time Extension: Mark's Nature Haven
Tabled until July 13, 1992
6.Preliminary Plat Time Extension: Highwood Estates No. 2
Approved a one-year time extension for the Highwood Estates No. 2 preliminary
plat, subject to the April 9, 1990 conditions.
7.Conditional Use Permit Review: 2210 White Bear Avenue (GAC)
Approved a one-year Conditional Use Permit for General Advancement Corporation
to sell cars at 2210 White Bear Avenue. The CUP will be reviewed again
in one year.
8.1992 Dispatching Contracts
Approved 1992 dispatching agreements between the City of Maplewood and the
Woodbury Fire Department, Oakdale Fire Department and East County Line
Fire Department/Oakdale Ambulance.
9.Budget Transfer Request - Repair of Roof
Authorized a budget transfer of $3,770 from the Contingency Account (101-119-
000-4910) to the City Hall Maintenance - Repair & Maintenance/Building &
Grounds Account (101-110-000-4410) for the repair of roof damage.
G. PUBLIC HEARINGS
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1.7:05 P.M. (7:12 P.M.), Alley Vacation:
West of Birmingham St., Between Lark Ave. and Laurie Rd. (Grape)
a.Mayor Bastian convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding a request to
vacate an undeveloped alley west of Birmingham Street between Lark
Avenue and Laurie Road.
b.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
c.Director of Community Development Olson presented the specifics of the report.
d.Commissioner Allensbach presented the Planning Commission report.
e.Mayor Bastian opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents.
The following persons were heard:
Julie Grape, 2251 Birmingham, the applicant
Bonnie Ziemet, 2241 Birmingham, in favor
f.Mayor Bastian closed the public hearing.
g.Councilmember Rossbach introduced the followinp Resolution and moved its
adoption:
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ALLEY VACATION
WHEREAS, Ms. Julie Grape applied for the vacation of the following-described
alley:
That alley west of Birmingham Street between Lark Avenue and Laurie Road in
Block 6, Sabin Addition to Gladstone, in Section 10, Township
29, Range 22, Ramsey County.
WHEREAS, the history of this vacation is as follows:
1.A majority of the property owners abutting this alley signed a petition
for this vacation;
2.The Planning Commission discussed this vacation on May 18, 1992. City
staff published a notice in the Maplewood Review and sent
notices to the abutting property owners as required by law.
The Council gave everyone at the hearing a chance to speak
and present written statements. The Council also considered
reports and recommendations from the City staff and Planning
Commission.
WHEREAS, after the City approves this vacation, public interest in the
property will go to the following abutting properties:
Lots 1-3, Block 6, Sabin Addition to Gladstone; Lots 23-25, Block 6, Sabin
Addition to Gladstone; and Lots 4-22, Block 6, Sabin Addition to
Gladstone; all in Section 10, township 29, Range 22, Ramsey
County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council approve the above-
described vacation for the following reasons:
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1.It is in the public interest.
2.The City has no plans to build an alley in this location.
3.The adjoining properties have adequate street access.
4.The City has a policy to vacate unused alleys whenever possible.
This vacation is subject to the retention of a public drainage easement over
the west 40 feet.
Seconded by Councilmember Bastian Ayes -all
2.7:15 P.M. (7:18 P.M.), 1847 Kohlman Avenue (Mosio)
Code Variation
Lot Division
a.Mayor Bastian convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding a request
for a division of his lot and for a variance of 27 feet on the
frontage requirement.
b.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
c.Director of Community Development Olson presented the specifics of the report.
d.Mayor Bastian opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents.
The following persons were heard:
Raymond Mosio, 1847 Kohlman, the applicant
e.Mayor Bastian closed the public hearing.
Code Variation
f.Councilmember Zappa introduced the followinp Resolution and moved its
adoption:
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SUBDIVISION CODE VARIATION RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Raymond M. Mosio applied for a variation from the subdivision code.
WHEREAS, the legal description of the property is:
All that part of the following as outlined in red on the attached map:
EX W 120 FT OF S 222.25 FT & EX W 238.7 FT OF N 400 FT & EX N 50 FT OF E
160 FT; THE FOL; THE E 398.7 FT OF W 804.85 FT OF S 1/2
OF SW 1/4 N OF EXT CL OF KOHLMAN AVE (SUBJ TO RDS &
ESMTS) IN SECTION 2 TOWN 29 RANGE 22
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WHEREAS, Section 30-11 of the Maplewood Code of Ordinances requires at least
60 feet of street frontage.
WHEREAS, the applicant is proposing a lot with 33 feet of street frontage.
WHEREAS, this requires a variation of 27 feet.
WHEREAS, the history of this variation is as follows:
1.The Planning Commission discussed this variation on May 18, 1992. They
recommended that the City Council approve the variation.
2.The City Council held a public hearing on June 22, 1992. City staff
published a notice in the Maplewood Review and sent notices
to the surrounding property owners as required by law. The
Council gave everyone at the hearing a chance to speak and
present written statements. The Council also considered
reports and recommendations from the City staff and Planning
Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council approve the above-
described variation for the following reasons:
1.The frontage is wide enough for a driveway.
2.Parcel One would not adversely affect adjacent properties.
3.Public utilities are available.
4.Parcel One would meet all other code requirements.
Mr. Mosio shall do the following:
1.Install an all-weather-surface driveway that complies with the Uniform
Fire Code. The Fire Marshal shall approve the design and
specifications.
2.Install an address and a dead-end sign at the driveway entrance to Parcel
One.
3.Place the new house on Parcel One so the lowest floor elevation is at or
above the 898-foot contour.
4.Excavate enough ponding area on Parcel One to compensate for the low
ground filled in for the proposed driveway. The
Ramsey/Washington Metro Watershed District must approve this
plan.
S.Submit grading, drainage and utility plans to the City Engineer for his
approval.
6.A deed restriction shall be recorded against Parcel One which prohibits
any further division of these properties as a means to
control the number of houses.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
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Lot Division
g.Councilmember Zappa moved to approve the lot division as shown on the April 2,
1992 site plan, subiect to Mr. Mosio paying a cash connection charge
of $5,250 for water and sanitary sewer and removing the existing
greenhouse before the City signs the deeds.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
3.7:30 P.M. (7:36 P.M.), Ordinance on Temporary Signs and Sign Enforcement (1st
Reading)
a.Mayor Bastian convened the meeting for a public hearing for first reading of
an ordinance regarding Temporary Signs and Sign Enforcement.
b.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
c.Director of Community Development Olson presented the specifics of the report.
d.Mayor Bastian opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents.
No one appeared.
e.Mayor Bastian closed the public hearing.
f.Councilmember Zappa moved to approve first reading of the Ordinance regulating
temporary signs and enforcement, including changes to Section 36-
241.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes -Councilmembers Carlson, ]uker,
Rossbach, Zappa
Nays -Mayor Bastian
4.7:40 P.M. (7:55 P.M.), Commercial Uses Ordinance (1st Reading)
a.Mayor Bastian convened the meeting for a public hearing for first reading of
an Ordinance regarding land uses in Commercial Zoning Districts.
b.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
c.Director of Community Development Olson presented the specifics of the report.
d.Commissioner Allensbach presented the Planning Commission report.
e.Mayor Bastian opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents.
No one appeared.
f.Mayor Bastian closed the public hearing.
g.Councilmember Zappa moved to approve first reading of an Ordinance regarding
land uses in BC (Business Commercial), BC-M (Business-Commercial
Modified), SC (Shopping Center) and M-1 (Light Manufacturing)
Districts.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
H. AWARD OF BIDS
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1.Property, Liability and Workers' Compensation Insurance
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Councilmember Rossbach moved to approve the following staff recommendations:
1.Renewal of our present insurance coverages with the LMCIT for worker's
compensation under a retrospective rating plan.
2.Renewal of our present insurance coverages with the LMCIT for property and
liability coverages with a deductible of $50,000 per
occurrence and $200,000 annual maximum.
3.A General Fund appropriation of $200,000 to cover uninsured losses instead
of the Contingency Account.
4.Renewal of our present insurance coverages with Hartford Insurance Company
for boiler and machinery items.
Seconded by Councilmember Zappa Ayes -all
2.Pleasantview Park Site Improvements and Plantings
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Director of Parks & Recreation Odegard presented the specifics of the report.
c.Councilmember Rossbach moved to table Item H-2 and moved to amend the Agenda
to place this item as ]-7.
Seconded by Councilmember Zappa Ayes -all
3.Landscape Architect for Park Plantings
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Director of Parks & Recreation Odegard presented the specifics of the report.
c.Mayor Bastian moved that the City Council authorize entering into a contract
with Barton-Aschman Associates, Inc. for the services as landscape
architect for the plantings of seven parks in the City of Maplewood
at the base fee of not-to-exceed $11,200, and for work over $200,000
- 6% (Per Contract). Funds for this contract are authorized from
the Commercia PAC Account.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes -Mayor Bastian, Councilmembers
Carlson, Rossbach
Nays -Councilmembers ]uker, Zappa
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I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1.Comprehensive Plan Update (4 Votes)
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Director of Community Development Olson presented the specifics of the report.
c.Councilmember Zappa moved to approve the Comprehensive Plan with the changes
as discussed at the June 2, 1992 meeting and subiect to the review
of the Metropolitan Council and adiacent cities.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
2.Sterling/Schaller, Project 87-45 - Easements
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the report.
c.Mr. James Kayser, 2516 Linwood Avenue, asked to retract his request regarding
the storm sewer construction.
d.Councilmember Zappa moved to authorize payment to the Jerovic's of $25,000 for
right-of-way and easements. This would allow construction this year
of the roadway and utilities on Linwood and north.
Seconded by Councilmember Juker Ayes -all
NEW BUSINESS
l.Beam Avenue/Frank Street - Stop Signs
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Mayor Bastian asked if anyone wished to speak before the Council regarding
this matter. The following was heard:
Paul Bachman, 1200 Beam Avenue
c.Mayor Bastian moved to place all-way stop signs at the intersection of Beam
Avenue and Frank Street as soon as practical.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -Mayor Bastian, Councilmembers
Carlson, Juker, Rossbach
Nays -Councilmember Zappa
2.Keller Parkway - No Parking
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Mayor Bastian asked if anyone wished to speak before the Council regarding
this matter. The following was heard:
Tim Gallivan, 2522 Keller Parkway
c.Councilmember Zappa moved that Ramsey County be requested to designate the
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east side of Keller Parkway, from the Spoon Lake Bridpe to County
Road C, as a no-parking area.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
3.Highwood/McKnight Outlet, Project 90-10 - Prepare Assessment Roll
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Mayor Bastian introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption:
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ORDERING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL
WHEREAS, the City Clerk and City Engineer have received bids for the
improvement of Highwood-McKnight Storm Sewer, City Project 90-10.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA
that the City Clerk and City Engineer shall forthwith calculate the
proper amount to be specially assessed for such improvement against
every assessable lot, piece or parcel of land abutting on the streets
affected, without regard to cash valuation, as provided by law, and they
shall file a copy of such proposed assessment in the City office for
inspection.
FURTHER, the Clerk shall, upon completion of such proposed assessment,
notify the Council thereof.
Seconded by Councilmember Zappa Ayes -all
4.Roselawn Avenue - Additional Culverts
a.Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b.Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the report.
c.Councilmember Zappa moved to take no action on this item.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -Councilmembers Carlson, ]uker,
Rossbach, Zappa
Nays -Mayor Bastian
S.Environmental Assessment
a.Mayor Bastian stated he was informed that the representation that only 6 to 8
homes would be affected by the Woodbury/I-494 Interchange was
underrated, that there are 30 to 40 more homes than stated.
b.Mayor Bastian moved to direct staff to research this issue, and the issue of
who pays if there are any costs.
c.Paul Burke, Department of Natural Resources, spoke regarding the project.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes -Mayor Bastian, Councilmembers
Carlson, Rossbach, Zappa
Nays -Councilmember ]uker
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6.Mosquito Control
a.Mayor Bastian informed the Council regarding practices of the Mosquito Control
agency.
b.Councilmember Zappa moved to have a Mayor's Forum, invite the public and the
Ramsey County Commissioners and the Mosquito Control experts to
discuss this matter.
c.Seconded by Mayor BastianAyes -Mayor Bastian, Councilmembers Carlson,
Rossbach, Zappa
Nays -Councilmember ]uker
d.Mayor Bastian moved to direct the Mosquito Control agency to not spray in
Maplewood until after the Forum.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes -Mayor Bastian, Councilmember
Carlson
Nays -Councilmembers ]uker, Rossbach,
Zappa
Motion Failed
7.Award of Bids for Pleasantview Park (Moved from H-2)
a.Mayor Bastian stated this item had been tabled from earlier in the Agenda.
b.Director of Parks & Recreation Odegard presented specific details of the Park.
c.Commissioner Carver presented the Park & Recreation Commission report.
d.Mayor Bastian asked if anyone wished to speak before the Council regarding
this matter. The following was heard:
Dean Sherburne, 1078 Marnie
e.Councilmember ]uker moved to reiect the bids.
Seconded by Councilmember Zappa
f.The following area residents were heard:
Bruce Cunningham, Oakcrest Court - spoke in favor of the design of the
park.
Tom Fabio, 1068 Marnie
Resident of 1058 Marnie
Tom Stenge, 2462 Southcrest
Mayor Bastian recessed the meeting at 10:55 P.M.
Mayor Bastian reconvened the meeting at 11:15 P.M.
g.Councilmembers ]uker and Zappa withdrew her motion and his second to reject
the bids.
h.Councilmember Zappa moved to award the bid, without the parking lot off of
Marnie.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes -all
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i.Councilmember Zappa moved to direct staff to prepare a site plan for a parking
lot off of Sterling and Southcrest and present it to the Parks & Recreation
Commission for review.
Seconded by Councilmember Juker Ayes -all
j.Mayor Bastian moved to approve the planting bid and the funding as authorized
in Item H-3.
Seconded by Councilmember Zappa Ayes -Mayor Bastian, Councilmembers
Carlson, Rossbach, Zappa
Nays -Councilmember Juker
K. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
NONE
L. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
NONE
M. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
NONE
N. ADJOURNMENT OF MEETING
11:12 P.M.
Lucille E. Aurelius
City Clerk
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