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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
Sherry Allenspach, Councilmember Present
Dale H. Carlson, Councilmember Present
Marvin C. Koppen, Councilmember Present
George F. Rossbach, Councilmember Present
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Minutes of Meeting 97-08, (April 28, 1997)
Councilmember Allenspach moved to approve the minutes of Meeting
No. 97-08 (April 28, 1997) as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes - all
E. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Mayor Bastian moved to approve the Agenda as amended:
Ll Solid Waste Prices
L2 Tires Plus
L3 Water Department
L4 Non Road Roads
L5 Mayor's Update
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
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EA. APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
1. Community Oriented Services
a. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
b. Mayor Bastian presented the Certificate for Riverwood to
Robin Warman, employee at the Community Center, for
submitting the winning slogan, "Together We Can."
F. CONSENT AGENDA:
Councilmember Carlson moved, seconded by Councilmember Koppen; aver -
all, to approve the Consent Agenda, Items F-1 thru F-5, as
recommended.
1. Approval of Claims
Approved the following claims:
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE: $ 152,480.67 Checks #7059-#7071 Dated 4-18-97 thru
4-22-97
$ 327,577.01 Checks #31394-#31516 Dated 4-29-97
$ 5,287.14 Checks #7072-#7076 Dated 4-24-97 thru 4-30-
97
$ 58,217.92 Checks #31519-#31622 Dated 5-06-97
$ 543,562.74 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL: $ 318,973.28 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 5-
02-97
$ 54,223.11 Payroll Deduction Checks #58666-#58679
Dated 5-02-97
$ 373,196.39 Total Payroll
S 916,759.13 GRAND TOTAL
2. Oak Ridge Estates Preliminary Plat Time Extension (Montana and Sterling
Streets)
Approved a one year time-extension for Phases 2-4 of the Oak
Ridge Estates preliminary plat, subject to the May 13, 1996
conditions of approval.
3. Lillie Vet Clinic CUP Review (1248 Cope Avenue)
Reviewed and renewed the conditional use permit for 1248 Cope
Avenue. It will be reviewed again only if a problem arises or
if the owner proposes major changes to the site.
4. Personal Service License - Individuals
Approved individual personal service licenses for Mary Jane
Heimel and Richard Anthony Miller at Health East St. John's
Performed Healing Center.
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5. Gervais Avenue "No Parking" Resolution
Approved the following Resolution:
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NO PARKING RESTRICTION, PROJECT 96-02, GERVAIS AVENUE
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood has approved the
construction of Gervais Avenue from Barclay Street to 600 feet
west of White Bear Avenue; and
WHEREAS, the City will be expending Municipal State Aid (MSA
Projects 138-110-03 and 138-111-03) funds on the improvement of
said street; and
WHEREAS, said improvement does not conform to the approved
minimum width standard with unrestricted parking; and
WHEREAS, release of MSA funds is dependent on specified
parking restrictions.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED that the City of
Maplewood prohibits the parking of motor vehicles on the south
side of Gervais Avenue from Barclay Street to Kennard Street,
the north side of Gervais Avenue from Kennard Street to 150 feet
east, and the north side of Gervais Avenue from 800 feet west of
White Bear Avenue to 600 feet west of White Bear Avenue.
G. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 7:05 P.M.: Ariel Street, 11th Avenue - County Road C, Project 96-20 (4
votes)
a. Mayor Bastian convened the meeting for a public hearing
regarding public comment on the proposed Ariel Street
Improvement.
b. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
c. Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of
the report.
d. Mayor Bastian opened the public hearing, calling for
proponents or opponents. The following persons were heard:
Vicki Sawyer, 2599 Ariel Street
Bruce Kamrath, 2499 Ariel Street
g. Mayor Bastian closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Koppen introduced the following Resolution and
moved its adoption:
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ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AFTER PUBLIC HEARING - PROJECT 96-20, ARIEL STREET
WHEREAS, after due notice of public hearing on the
construction of street and utility improvements on Ariel Street,
from 11th Avenue to County Road C (OSHA 23), City Project 96-20,
a hearing on said improvement in accordance with the notice duly
given was duly held on May 12, 1997, and the Council has heard
all persons desiring to be heard on the matter and has fully
considered the same;
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, as follows:
1. That it is advisable, expedient and necessary that the
City of Maplewood construct street and utility
improvements on Ariel Street, from 11th Avenue to County
Road C (CSAH 23), City Project 96-20, 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 Finance Director is hereby authorized to make the
financial transfers necessary to implement the financing
plan for the project. A project budget of $162,000 shall
be established. The proposed financing plans is as
follows:
Assessments $ 33,000
State aid $ 129,000
Total $ 162,000
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes - all
2. 7:28 P.M.: Amendment of Tax Increment Plan
a. Mayor Bastian convened the meeting for a public hearing
regarding a proposed amendment of the Tax Increment Plan.
b. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
c. Director of Finance Faust presented the specifics of the
report.
d. City Attorney Kelly explained the procedure for public
hearings.
e. Mayor Bastian opened the public hearing, calling for
proponents or opponents. The following persons were heard:
Peter Seed, Briggs and Morgan
Ken Gervais, 2373 Linwood Avenue East
Lowell Callander, 1839 Barclay Street
Ralph Sletten, 2747 Clarence Street
Ken Gervais, second appearance
f. Mayor Bastian closed the public hearing.
g. Councilmember Rossbach introduced the following Resolution
and moved its adoption:
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RESOLUTION APPROVING THE MODIFICATION OF THE TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLANS
FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NO. 1-1, HOUSING DISTRICT NO. 1-1,
HOUSING DISTRICT NO. 1-2, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NO. 1-2,
HOUSING DISTRICT NO. 1-3 AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NO. 1-3,
WITHIN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT NO. 1
WHEREAS:
A. It has been proposed that the City of Maplewood, Minnesota
(the "City"), modify the tax increment financing plans for
Economic Development District No. 1-l, Housing District No.
1-l, Housing District No. 1-2, Economic Development District
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No. 1-2, Housing District No. 1-3 and Economic Development
District No. 1-3 within Development District No. 1, under
the provisions of Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.124 to
469.134 and 469.174 to 469.179 (collectively, the "Act");
and
B. The City Council has investigated the facts and has caused
to be prepared a proposed Modification of the Tax Increment
Financing Plans for Economic Development District No. 1-l,
Housing District No. 1-1, Housing District No. 1-2,
Economic Development District No. 1-2, Housing District No.
1-3 and Economic Development District No. 1-3 within
Development District No. 1, defining more precisely the
increased public costs to be included in and the additional
property to be acquired within Development District No. l;
and
C. The City has performed all actions required by law to be
performed prior to the proposed Modification of the Tax
Increment Financing Plans for Economic Development District
No. 1-1, Housing District No. 1-1, Housing District No. 1-2,
Economic Development District No. 1-2, Housing District No.
1-3, and Economic Development District No. 1-3 within
Development District No. 1, including, but not limited to,
notification of Ramsey County and Independent School
District Nos. 622 and 624, and the holding of a public
hearing upon published notice as required by law; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of
Maplewood as follows:
1. Development District No. 1. The City is not modifying the
boundaries of Development District No. 1.
2. Development Program. The City is not modifying the
Development Program for Development District No. 1.
3. Economic Development District No. 1-l, Housing District No.
1-l, Housing District No. 1-2, Economic Development District
No. 1-2, Housing District No. 1-3 and Economic Development
District No. 1-3. The City is not modifying the boundaries
of Economic Development District No. 1-l, Housing District
No. 1-l, Housing District No. 1-2, Economic Development
District No. 1-2, Housing District No. 1-3 and Economic
Development District No. 1-3.
4. Modification of the Tax Increment Financing Plans for
Economic Development Districts Nos. 1-l, 1-2 and 1-3. The
Tax Increment Financing Plans for Economic Development
Districts Nos. 1-l, 1-2 and 1-3 are amended as set forth in
the Modification of the Tax Increment Financing Plans
adopted as of this date. The City Council makes the
following findings with respect to Economic Development
Districts Nos. 1-1, 1-2 and 1-3:
(a)Economic Development Districts Nos. 1-l, 1-2 and 1-3
when established were established as economic
development districts as defined in Minnesota
Statutes, Section 469.174, Subd. 12. The City
reaffirms the findings previously made with respect
to the establishment of Economic Development
Districts Nos. 1-1, 1-2 and 1-3.
(b)The proposed development in the opinion of the City
Council, would not occur solely through private
investment within the reasonably foreseeable future
and therefore the use of tax increment financing is
deemed necessary.
The reasons supporting this finding are that:
The activities authorized by the Modification of
the Tax Increment Financing Plans would not occur
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without the use of tax increment financing. The
City intends to use tax increments to either
acquire property or develop the Community Center
Park. Private investment will not finance these
activities.
(c)The Tax Increment Financing Plans for Housing
District Nos. 1-l, 1-2 and 1-3 conform to the general
plan for development or redevelopment of the City of
Maplewood as a whole.
The reasons for supporting this finding are that:
( i) Housing Districts Nos. 1-1, 1-2 and 1-3 are
properly zoned; and
(ii) The Tax Increment Financing Plans will
generally complement and serve to implement
policies adopted in the City's comprehensive plan.
(d)The Tax Increment Financing Plans will afford maximum
opportunity, consistent with the sound needs of the
City of Maplewood as a whole, for the development or
redevelopment of Development District No. 1 by
private enterprise.
The reasons supporting this finding are that:
The development activities are necessary so that
development and redevelopment by private
enterprise can occur within Development District
No. 1.
6. Public Purpose. The Modification of the Tax Increment
Financing Plans for Economic Development District No. 1-l,
Housing District No. 1-1, Housing District No. 1-2, Economic
Development District No. 1-2, Housing District No. 1-3 and
Economic Development District No. 1-3 within Development
District No. 1 conform in all respects to the requirements
of the Act and will help fulfill a need to develop an area
of the State which is already built up to provide employment
opportunities to improve the tax base and to improve the
general economy of the State and thereby serves a public
purpose.
7. Filing. The City Clerk is further authorized and directed
to file a copy of this resolution with the Commissioner of
Revenue.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - Mayor Bastian,
Councilmember
Allenspach, Councilmember
Carlson, Councilmember
Rossbach
Nays - Councilmember Koppen
3. 8:10 P.M.: Saint Paul Hmong Alliance Church (1770 McMenemy Street)
a. Mayor Bastian convened the meeting for a public hearing
regarding a proposal to build a 2,896-square-foot addition
onto the south side of the church.
b. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
c. Director of Community Development Coleman presented the
specifics of the report.
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d. Commissioner Lorraine Fischer presented the Planning
Commission report.
e. Mayor Bastian opened the public hearing, calling for
proponents or opponents. The following persons were heard:
Kurt Kossen, Maranatha Custom Churches, Architect
Lantzin Thao, Pastor of St. Paul Hmong Alliance Church, 2026
Desoto Street
Singh Lee, Youth Pastor of St. Paul Hmong Alliance Church, 2026
Desoto
f. Mayor Bastian closed the public hearing.
Conditional Use Permit Revision
Councilmember Carlson introduced the following Resolution
and moved its adoption:
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - BUILDING ENLARGEMENT
WHEREAS, the St. Paul Hmong Alliance Church applied for a
conditional use permit to revise their conditional use permit
because of their plans to enlarge their church building by
building a solarium and Sunday school addition.
WHEREAS, this permit allows the church and Sunday school.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to 1770 McMenemy Street. The
legal description is:
Except South 95 feet of West 167 feet and except East
200 feet; the North 5 acres and except West 167 feet
and except East 200 feet; the North 4 feet of South 5
acres; being in North 10 acres of Southwest 1/4 of
Southwest 1/4 (subject to road and easements) in
Section 27, Township 29, Range 22.
And
Commencing at a point on the West line of Section 17,
Township 29, Range 22, said point being 166.98 feet
South from the Northwest corner of the Southwest 1/4
of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 17; running thence
East and parallel with the North line of said quarter
quarter Section 1308.4 feet to the intersection with
the East line of said quarter quarter Section, thence
running South along the East line of said quarter
quarter Section 166.98 feet; thence running West and
parallel with the North line of said quarter quarter
Section 1308.4 feet to the intersection with the West
line of said Section; thence running North along said
last named line 166.98 feet to the place of
beginning; excepting therefrom the West 342 feet
thereof; and except land described in Document No.
2137431.
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as
follows:
1. On November 24, 1986, the City Council granted a
conditional use permit for a church at this location.
2. On April 21, 1997, the Planning Commission recommended
that the City Council approve this permit revision.
3. The City Council held a public hearing on May 12, 1997.
City staff published a notice in the paper and sent
notices to the surrounding property owners as required by
law. The Council gave everyone at the hearing a chance
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to speak and present written statements. The Council
also considered reports and recommendations of the City
staff and Planning Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council approve
the above-described conditional use permit revision, because:
1. The use would be located, designed, maintained,
constructed and operated to be in conformity with the
City's comprehensive plan and code of ordinances.
2. The use would not change the existing or planned
character of the surrounding area.
3. The use would not depreciate property values.
4. The use would not involve any activity, process,
materials, equipment or methods of operation that would
be dangerous, hazardous, detrimental, disturbing or cause
a nuisance to any person or property, because of
excessive noise, glare, smoke, dust, odor, fumes, water
or air pollution, drainage, water run-off, vibration,
general unsightliness, electrical interference or other
nuisances.
5. The use would generate only minimal vehicular traffic on
local streets and would not create traffic congestion or
unsafe access on existing or proposed streets.
6. The use would be served by adequate public facilities and
services, including streets, police and fire protection,
drainage structures, water and sewer systems, schools and
parks.
7. The use would not create excessive additional costs for
public facilities or services.
8. The use would maximize the preservation of and
incorporate the site's natural and scenic features into
the development design.
9. The use would cause minimal adverse environmental
effects.
Approval is subject to the following conditions:
1. All construction shall follow the site plan approved by
the City. The Director of Community Development may
approve minor changes.
2. The proposed construction must be substantially started
within one year of Council approval or the permit shall
become null and void. The Council may extend this
deadline for one year.
3. Regularly maintain the grounds and pick up all debris as
well as maintain or repair the decorative wood screening
fences along the south and north sides of the parking
lot.
4. The City Council shall review this permit in one year.
5. The City Council may require additional parking spaces if
a parking shortage develops.
6. The plans for Phase II shall be submitted to the City
Council for approval.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
Design Approval
Councilmember Carlson moved to approve the plans date-
stamped March 26, 1997, for the Sunday school and solarium
additions on the St. Paul Hmona Alliance Church, 1770
McMenemy Street. The property owner shall comply with the
following conditions:
1. Repeat this review in two years if the City has
not issued a building permit for this expansion.
2. Provide a grading, drainage, utility and erosion
control plan to the City Engineer for approval.
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The erosion control plan shall comply with
ordinance requirements. If the grading plan shows
the elimination of any mature trees (eight inches
in caliper or more), the applicant shall replace
these trees in accordance with the woodland
protection ordinance.
3. Resod the lawn that is disturbed by construction
activities.
4. If any required work is not done, the City may
allow temporary occupancy if
a. The City determines that the work is not
essential to the public health, safety or
welfare.
b. The City receives a cash escrow or an
irrevocable letter of credit for the
required work. The amount shall be 1500 of
the cost of the unfinished work.
5. All work shall follow the approved plans. The
Director of Community Development may approve
minor changes.
6. Legally combine the original church property with
the newly acquired lot to the south. The
applicant shall do this before the City will issue
a building permit for the proposed expansion.
7. The doors and windows on the addition shall match
those on the existing building.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
4. 8:26 P.M.: Saint John's Hospital (1575 Beam Avenue)
a. Mayor Bastian convened the meeting for a public hearing
regarding a proposal for several building additions, site
changes and interior renovations to St. John's Hospital
at 1575 Beam Avenue.
b. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
c. Director of Community Development Coleman presented the
specifics of the report.
d. Commissioner Lorraine Fischer presented the Planning
Commission report.
e. Mayor Bastian opened the public hearing, calling for
proponents or opponents. The following persons were heard:
Mark Hanson, OSM Architects, 5775 Wayzata Boulevard
Carolyn Cooke, Associate Director, St. John's Hospital
Tony Thomas, Systems Director, Health East
Will Rossbach, Planning Commission, 1386 E. County Road C
Kevin Berglund, 1929 Kingston Avenue
Will Rossbach, second appearance
f. Mayor Bastian closed the public hearing.
Parking Deck and Parking Lot Setback Variance
Councilmember Rossbach introduced the following Resolution
and moved its adoption:
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VARIANCE - SETBACK ZONING ORDINANCE
WHEREAS, HealthEast applied for setback variances from the
zoning ordinance.
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WHEREAS, this variance applies to 1575 Beam Avenue. The legal
description is:
The Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section
3, Township 29, Range 22, Ramsey County, MN, except
therefrom the South 660 feet of that part of said
Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter which lies
east of the west 727.75 feet thereof.
WHEREAS, Section 36-28(c)(6)(a) of the Maplewood Code of
Ordinances requires a minimum front building setback of 30 feet
for the parking deck and Section 36-28(c)(5) requires a 15-foot
setback for open parking lots from a street right-of-way.
WHEREAS, the applicant is proposing a front setback for a
proposed parking deck and a section of open parking lot with as
little as a five-foot front setback.
WHEREAS, this requires variances of 25 feet and ten feet
respectively.
WHEREAS, the history of these variances is as follows:
1. On April 21, 1997, the Planning Commission recommended that
the City Council approve these variances.
2. The City Council held a public hearing on May 12, 1997.
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 an
opportunity 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 variances since:
1. The proposed reduced setbacks would meet the spirit and intent
of the ordinance because of the wide boulevard along Hazelwood
Street. The wide boulevard would give the proposed parking deck
and open parking lot the appearance of having the normal
setbacks.
2. The shape of the site creates hardship if the code was met. The
right-of-way jogs making it difficult to maintain the standard
setback along the westerly frontage of the site. Compliance
with setback requirements at the point closest to the right-of-
way would result in an odd looking setback further north on the
site and would result in a poor use of the available site.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
Conditional Use Permit Revision
Councilmember Rossbach introduced the following Resolution
and moved its adoption:
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT HOSPITAL EXPANSION
WHEREAS, HealthEast applied for a conditional use permit
revision to enlarge their hospital campus.
WHEREAS, this permit allows a hospital and related medical
facilities.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to 1575 Beam Avenue. The legal
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description is:
The Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section
3, Township 29, Range 22, Ramsey County, MN, except
therefrom the South 660 feet of that part of said
Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter which lies
east of the west 727.75 feet thereof.
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as
follows:
1. On May 20, 1982, the City Council granted a conditional use
permit for the hospital.
2. On April 21, 1997, the Planning Commission recommended that
the City Council approve this permit.
3. The City Council held a public hearing on May 12, 1997.
City staff published a notice in the paper 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 of the City staff and Planning
Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council approve the
above-described conditional use permit, because:
1. The use would be located, designed, maintained, constructed
and operated to be in conformity with the City's
comprehensive plan and code of ordinances.
2. The use would not change the existing or planned character of
the surrounding area.
3. The use would not depreciate property values.
4. The use would not involve any activity, process, materials,
equipment or methods of operation that would be dangerous,
hazardous, detrimental, disturbing or cause a nuisance to
any person or property, because of excessive noise, glare,
smoke, dust, odor, fumes, water or air pollution, drainage,
water run-off, vibration, general unsightliness, electrical
interference or other nuisances.
5. The use would generate only minimal vehicular traffic on
local streets and would not create traffic congestion or
unsafe access on existing or proposed streets.
6. The use would be served by adequate public facilities and
services, including streets, police and fire protection,
drainage structures, water and sewer systems, schools and
parks.
7. The use would not create excessive additional costs for
public facilities or services.
8. The use would maximize the preservation of and incorporate
the site's natural and scenic features into the development
design.
9. The use would cause minimal adverse environmental effects.
Approval is subject to the following conditions:
1. All construction shall follow the site plan approved by the
City. The Director of Community Development may approve
minor changes.
2. The proposed construction must be substantially started
within one year of Council approval or the permit shall
become null and void. The Council may extend this deadline
for one year.
3. The City Council shall review this permit in one year.
4. The City Council may require that the property owner add
more parking spaces if a parking shortage develops.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
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Design Approval
Councilmember Rossbach moved to approve the plans date-
stamped April 24, 1997, for the proposed phased expansion of
St. John's Hospital, 1575 Beam Avenue, subject to the
property owner complyina with the following conditions:
1. Repeat this review in two years if the City has not
issued a building permit for Phase One of this project.
Each subsequent phase shall be started within two years
of the completion of the previous phase or the design
review must be repeated for the remaining phases.
2. Complete the following for staff approval before the City
issues a building permit for the parking deck or the
proposed parking lot expansion:
a. Submit a grading, drainage, utility and erosion
control plan to the City Engineer for approval.
The erosion control plan shall comply with
ordinance requirements.
b. Submit a detailed landscape plan for approval by
the Community Design Review Board. This plan
shall include:
(1)Plant sizes, species locations and
quantities. Applicant shall use native
species as recommended by the Ramsey
Washington Metro Watershed District.
(2)The dollar amount of the landscaping
proposed and the cost of the building cost
for all phases of this project. (This is a
requirement of the Chanhassen ordinance
presently used on a trial basis in
Maplewood.)
(3)Foundation plantings for the proposed
parking ramp.
(4)Landscaped islands in the proposed
northerly parking lot as code requires.
3. Complete the following before occupying the building:
a. Restore and sod damaged boulevards.
b. Install reflectorized stop signs at all exits, a
handicap-parking sign for each handicap-parking
space and an address on the building.
c. Paint all roof-top mechanical equipment to match
the uppermost part of the building. Roof
equipment screening is waived in accordance with
recent Community Design Review Board action.
d. Construct a trash dumpster enclosure(s) as City
code requires for any outside trash storage areas.
The enclosure(s) must match the color of the
building and have a closeable, 1000 opaque gate.
e. Install and maintain an in-ground sprinkler system
for all new landscaped areas.
4. If any required work is not done, the City may allow
temporary occupancy if
a. The City determines that the work is not essential
to the public health, safety or welfare.
b. The City receives a cash escrow or an irrevocable
letter of credit for the required work. The
amount shall be 1500 of the cost of the unfinished
work.
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5. All work shall follow the approved plans. The Director
of Community Development may approve minor changes.
6. The applicant shall notify all their contractors not to
use Hazelwood Street north of the hospital campus.
7. Additional levels of the parking structure shall be
submitted to the City for approval.
8. The applicant shall work with City staff to develop an
alternative access from Kennard Street for at least
emergency vehicles. Options may include the completion
of St. Johns Boulevard to Kennard; or by obtaining cross
easements from the adjacent property owner for the
connection to the adjacent parking lot as set forth on
the map dated-stamped April 24, 1997.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
H. AWARD OF BIDS
1. Wood Chipper
a. Manager McGuire introduced 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. No one appeared.
d. Councilmember Carlson moved to award the bid to Vermeer
Sales and Service in the amount of $17,572.50, including
sales tax, for the brush chipper and an additional $446.55
for spare/replacement chipper knives. Total award
$18,019.16.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
2. Kohlman Overlook Park - Phase 2 Construction
a. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
b. Director of Parks & Recreation Anderson presented the
specifics of the report.
c. Mayor Bastian asked if anyone wished to speak before the
Council regarding this matter. No one appeared.
d. Councilmember Carlson moved to approve awarding the bid for
Phase One Construction of Kohlman Lake Overlook Development
in the amount of $283,779 to T. A. Schifsky & Sons and to
further direct the City Finance Director to make the
necessary financial adjustments in the P.A.C. fund for the
remaining $133,000 with the understanding that the monies
will be repaid through the sale of the proposed residential
properties.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
2. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Gervais Avenue Improvements - Project 96-02, Assessment Objections
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a. Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of
the report.
b. Mayor Bastian asked if anyone wished to speak before the
Council regarding this matter. No one appeared.
c. Councilmember Rossbach moved to approve Staff recommendation
that the following assessments remain as proposed:
Kent and Gayle Johnson
PIN 10-29-22-13-0047 $3,800 - as assessed
John and Jennifer Simons
PIN 10-29-22-24-0062 $ 600 - cancelled
Sandra Cox and Michelle Grunz
PIN 10-29-22-13-0051 $4,400 - cancelled
Paul and Jennifer Birkeland
PIN 10-29-22-31-0009 $3,800 - as assessed
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
2. Arcade Street Improvements - Project 96-22, Assessment Objections
a. Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of
the report.
b. Mayor Bastian asked if anyone wished to speak before the
Council regarding this matter. No one appeared.
c. Councilmember Carlson moved to cancel the sanitary sewer
assessment for Lots 04-29-22-32-0042 and 04-29-22-32-0043 in
the amount of $2,000 each.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes - all
3. Oakdale/East County Line Agreement
a. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report and presented
the specifics of the report.
b. Mayor Bastian asked if anyone wished to speak before the
Council regarding this matter. No one appeared.
c. Councilmember Rossbach moved to settle the disposition of
East County Line Fire Department assets as follows:
Maplewood would receive all assets with the following
exceptions: 1995 Ambulance #119, 1982 Pumper #207, 1989
Grass Ria #214, 1988 Caprice, old ambulance that is being
replaced in 1998, and personal Gear for firefighters that ao
to Oakdale within three months after both cities approve
this.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
4. Tri-District School Landscaping Plan Approval (30 County Road B)
a. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
b. Director of Community Development Coleman presented the
specifics of the report.
c. Mayor Bastian asked if anyone wished to speak before the
Council regarding this matter. The following person was
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heard:
Peter Fischer, 2443 Standridge Avenue
d. Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the request for $9,500
of charitable gambling funds for additional trails and
landscaped areas for the Tri-District School at 30 County
Road B East. Approval of the disbursement of this money is
subject to compliance with the plan date-stamped April 18,
1997.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes - all
J. NEW BUSINESS
1. Appeal of CDRB Action - Les's Superette (2665 White Bear Avenue)
a. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
b. Director of Community Development Coleman presented the
specifics of the report.
c. Councilmember Rossbach moved to permit Andy Hanson,
representing Les's Superette, to paint Les's Superette and
Carbones.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
2. V.E.M. Budget Adjustment
a. Manager McGuire introduced 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. No one appeared.
d. Councilmember Carlson moved to increase the VEM budget by
$6,000 from the VEM fund to hire a temporary part-time
employee as a mechanics helper.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes - all
3. Deputy Registrar Remodeling
a. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
b. City Clerk Guilfoile presented the specifics of the report.
c. Councilmember Carlson moved to approve the remodeling
project in the Deputy Registrar area for a total cost of
approximately $24,468, with $18,973 to be transferred from
the Contingency Fund.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
e. Councilmember Carlson moved to award the bid to David Sager,
Inc. in the amount of $20,803 for the Deputy Registrar
Remodeling.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
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4. Deputy Registrar Enhancements
a. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
b. City Clerk Guilfoile presented the specifics of the report.
c. Councilmember Carlson moved to approve the requested Deputy
Registrar enhancements as follows, to be financed from the
General Fund Continaencv Account:
Computer Upgrades $3,700
Cash Registers 3,000
Dial Locking Safe 800
Chairs 600
Signage 400
Restyling Cubicles 980
Improve Waiting Area 500
TOTAL $9,980
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
5. New House File and Building File Storage
a. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
b. Director of Community Development Coleman presented the
specifics of the report.
c. Councilmember Carlson moved to accept the bid from Mid-
America Business Systems and Equipment, Inc. for two
reconditioned Lektreiver workstations and 10,000 file
folders in the amount of $27,335, with funding to be from
the Continaencv Account.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
6. Fire Department Employees - Issue Violation Tickets
a. Manager McGuire introduced the staff report.
b. Fire Chief Hewitt presented the specifics of the report.
c. Councilmember Carlson moved to approve that certain members
of the Fire Department be sworn in and allowed to issue
petit misdemeanor and misdemeanor complaints.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
K. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
1. Chris Benton, 1497 Ripley Avenue
a. Mr. Benton presented a petition to install a stop sign at
the intersection of Ripley Avenue and Barclay Street.
2. Chris Benton, 1497 Ripley Avenue
a. Mr. Benton requested a waiver of the fee for a food permit
for Cub Scout Pack 64.
b. Mr. Benton was instructed to submit a completed permit to
the City Clerk's office and to request a waiver at the May
27, 1997 Council Meeting.
L. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
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1. Solid Waste Prices
a. Council directed staff to publish the solid waste fees
charged by licensed rubbish haulers.
2. Tires Plus - County Road D
a. Councilmember Rossbach commented on the condition of the
Tires Plus Building on County Road D.
b. Councilmember Rossbach moved to direct staff to investigate
the screening condition of the building and follow up with
a report to the Council.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
3. Water Department
a. Mayor Bastian requested information on how the billing cycle
will be implemented, once the City of St. Paul begins the
billing.
b. City Engineer Haider informed the Council that the billing
schedules will be listed in Maplewood-In-Motion and in news
releases in the Maplewood Review.
4. Non-Road Roads
a. Discussion will be held during the June workshop on non-road
roads.
5. Mayor's Update
a. Mayor Bastian reported on the recent Mayor's Forum and
informed the Council of several upcoming events and
meetings.
M. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
NONE
N. ADJOURNMENT
10:35 P.M.
Karen Guilfoile, City Clerk
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