HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-09-1995 MINUTES OF MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M., Monday, January 9, 1995.
Council Chambers, Municipal Building
Meeting No. 95.01
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
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 94-26, (December 19, 1994)
Councilmember Rossbach moved to approve the minutes of Meetin4 No. 94-26
(December 19, 1994) as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
E. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Mayor Bastian moved to approve the Agenda as amended:
Ll Ice Arena Update
L2 Update - Mayor's Forum
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes - all
EA. APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
1. Municipal Legislative Conenission
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Robert Renner, Legislative Counsel for M.L.C. and Cynthia Thomas, Thomas
Research, presented the report regarding an Overview of Affordable
Housing.
NO ACTION TAKEN.
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F. CONSENT AGENDA:
Councilmember Carlson moved, seconded by Mavor Bastian:. ayes all. to
approve the Consent Agenda items F-1 thru F-14 as recommended.
1. Approval of Claims
Approved the following claims:
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE: $ 670,284.61 Checks #3538 - #3665
Dated 12. 8-94 thru 12-30-94
$ 254.217.80 Checks #15977 - #16182
Dated 1- 9-95
_ $ 924,502.41 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLLS: $ 52,714.47 Merit Paychecks #44959 thru #44992
Dated 12-15-94
$ 248,053.33 Payroll Checks #45056 thru #45328
Dated 12-30-94
$ 15,273.49 Payroll Deduction Checks #45333 thru
#45341 dated 12-30-94
$ 244,185.37 Payroll Checks #44683 thru #44925
Dated 12-16.94
$ 49.205.78 Payroll Deduction Checks #44930 thru
#44947 dated 12-16-94
- $ 609,432.44 Total Payrolls
$1.533,934.85 GRAND TOTAL
2. Conditional Use Permit Review: 2135 Birmingham Street (Weaver Elementary School)
Reviewed and renewed the Conditional Use Permit for Weaver Elementary School
parking lot expansion at 2135 Birmingham Street. The permit will not be
reviewed again unless a problem arises.
3. Time Extension: Woodlynn Heights Townhomes Nos. 7 & 8
Granted a one-year time extension for a preliminary plat for Woodlynn
Heights Townhomes, subject to the November 25, 1991 preliminary plat
conditions, unless the City purchases the land for Open Space.
4. Time Extension: Knollwood Circle Addition
Approved a one-year time extension for the Knollwood Circle Addition
preliminary plat, subject to the December 15, 1988 preliminary plat
conditions.
5. Maplewood Retail Center Land Sale
Authorized deeding the property described as:
The North 30' of Lots 1 through 15, inclusive,
Block 1, Dearborn Park
to the developer of the Maplewood Retail Center at a value of $27,800 of
- improved amenities within the proposed development. The amenities shall be ,
over and above those already required or those traditionally required by the
City for similar developments.
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6. Planning Commission Reappointments
Reappointed Milo Thompson, Jack Frost, Mary Martin and Kevin Kittridge`to
the Planning Commission for 3-year terms.
7. Conmunity Design Review Board Reappointments
Reappointed Marv Erickson and Roger Anitzberger to the Community Design
Review Board for 2-year terms.
8. Human Relations Commission Reappointment
Reappointed Carol Cude to a 3-year term on the Human Relations Commission.
9. Police Civil Service Conmission Reappointment
Reappointed Robert Dollerschell to a 3-year term on the Police Civil Service
Commission.
10. Park & Recreation Conmission Reappointnx?nt
Reappointed Bonnie Qualley, Cathy J. Tollefsoh and Marabeth S. Timmers to 3-
year terms on the Park and Recreation Commission.
11. Financial Transfers to Establish Water Fund
Authorized December 31, 1994 financial transfers from the Hydrant Charge
Fund and Water Availability Charge Fund-St. Paul Water District to establish
a Water Fund.
12. An~endnK?nt of Investment Policies
Authorized amending the City's investment policies to allow investment
transactions with security dealers that are subsidiaries of financial
institutions which are designated as depositories.
13. Unpaid Weed Cutting Bill
95-1-01
CERTIFICATION OF WEED CUTTING COSTS TO PROPERTY TAXES
RESOLVED, that the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to
certify to the Auditor of Ramsey County the following charges for weed
cutting on the vacant lot at the northwest corner of County Road B and Ariel
Street, PIN 11-29-22-34-0094, against the tax levy of said property for the
year 1994, collectible in 1995, and which includes interest at the rate of
eight percent (8%) on the total amount for one year.
Weed Cutting Costs $40.00
Interest 7.20
County Administration Fee 5.00
Total amount to be certified: $52.20
14. Park & Recreation Commission Resignation - Jeff Carver
Accepted with regret the resignation of Jeff Carver from the Park and
Recreation Commission and directed staff to advertise for applicants to fill
the vacancy on the Commission.
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G. PUBLIC HEARINGS
i. 7:00 P.M. 2873 Highway 61 (Maplewood Toyota)
a. Mayor Bastian convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding a
request from Jeff Daniels, owner, to add to the north side of Maplewood
Toyota.
b. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
c. Associate Planner Roberts presented the specifics of the report.
d. Boardmember Anitzberger presented the Community Design Review Board report.
e. Planning Commission Report - included in staff report.
f. Mayor Bastian opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or
opponents. The following persons were heard:
Steve McDaniels, Maplewood Toyota
g. Mayor Bastian closed the public hearing.
Conditional Use Permit
h. Councilmember Koppen introduced the followin4 Resolution and moved its
adoption:
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Steve McDaniels, of Maplewood Toyota, applied for a conditional use
permit to add onto the automobile showroom.
WHEREAS, Section 36-566(c)(1)(e) of the City Code allows a maximum impervious
surface area of 40% for this property.
WHEREAS, this permit allows increasing the impervious surface area of the site
from 68.7% to 69.2%, making the impervious surface area on the site 29.2% over that
allowed by the Code.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to 2873 Highway 61. The legal description is:
Subject to widened STH 61/1, Lot 101 Gardena Addition to Ramsey County, MN
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as follows:
1. On December 5, 1994, the Planning Commission recommended that the City
Council approve this permit.
2. On December 19, 1994, the City Council held a public hearing. The City
staff published a notice in the paper and sent notices to the
surrounding property owners. 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:
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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 end. The Council may extend this
deadline for one year.
3. The City Council shall review this permit in one year.
4. Beam Avenue shall not be used for loading or unloading.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - Mayor Bastian, Councilmembers
Carlson, Koppen
Nays Councilmembers Allenspach,
Rossbach
Design Review
i. Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the Mans (stamped September 26.
1994) for a 1.404-square-foot addition to Maplewood Tovota. subiect to
the findinQS required by the Code, and subiect to the following
conditions:
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1. Repeat this review in two years if the City has not issued a building
permit for this project.
2. Before the City issues a building permit, the applicant shall:
a. Provide a plan for Board approval for any roof•mounted equipment
that may be added on top of the proposed addition. (code
requirement)
b. Provide alighting plan for the Police Chief's approval for any
additional exterior security lighting that may be needed.
3. Before the City issues a certificate of occupancy, the following work
must be completed:
a. Install any roof top equipment screens and new exterior lighting
that may be required.
b. Secure any roof access ways.
c. Remove any obstructions to windows that hinder police
surveillance.
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 Lity receives a cash escrow or an irrevocable letter of
credit for the required work. The amount shall be 150% of the
cost of the unfinished work.
c. The City receives an agreement that will allow the City to
complete any unfinished work.
5. All work shall follow the approved plans. The Director of Community
Development may approve minor changes.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
2. 7:15 P.M.: 1180 Highway 36 (Countryside Volkswagen)
a. Mayor Bastian convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding a
request from John Schmelz, representing Countryside Volkswagen, to add
onto Countryside Volkswagen at 1180 Highway 36 to expand and improve
their maintenance, service, sales and showroom space.
b. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
c. Associate Planner Roberts presented the specifics of the .report.
d. Planning Commission report included in staff report.
e. Mayor Bastian opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or
opponents. The following persons were heard:
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John Schmelz, Countryside Volkswagen, the applicant
Charles Levin, Charles Levin Architects
Gordon Anderson, 2255 Duluth
f. Mayor Bastian closed the public hearing.
Street Vacation
g. Councilmember Carlson introduced the following Resolution and moved its
adoption:
95 - O1 - 03
VACATION RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, John Schmelz of Countryside Volkswagen applied for the vacation of the
following described street right-of-way:
That part of the Highway 36 frontage road right•of-way that is 17.5-
feet wide by 84-feet long next to the northwest corner of the
property at 1180 Highway 36 East (PIN 09.29.22.42.009).
WHEREAS, the history of this vacation is as follows:
1. On December 19, 1994, the Planning Commission recommended that the City
Council approve this vacation.
2. On January 9, 1995, the City Council held a public hearing. The City
staff published a notice in the Maplewood Review and sent notices to the
abutting property owners. 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:
Subject to roads and easements; the West 110 feet of Blocks 14 and
17 and the East 240 feet of Blocks 15 and 16, Clifton Addition in
Section 9, Township 29, Range 22, Ramsey County.
- Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
Conditional Use Permit
h. Councilmember Carlson introduced the following Resolution and moved its
adoption:
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, John Schmelz applied for a conditional use permit to expand a vehicle
maintenance garage within 350 feet of a residential lot line.'
WHEREAS, this permit applies to Countryside Volkswagen at 1180 Highway 36 East.
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The legal description is:
Subject to roads and easements; the West 110 feet of Blocks 14 and 17 and
the East 240 feet of Blocks 15 and 16, Clifton Addition in Section 9,
Township 29, Range 22, Ramsey County, and
Except the North 30 feet; and except the South 174 feet, the West 225 feet of the
East 255 feet of Block 10 and also the West 105 feet of the East 135 feet of the
North 30 feet of Block 10, Clifton Addition in Section 9, Township 29, Range 22,
Ramsey .County.
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as follows:
1. On November 21, 1994, the Planning Commission recommended that the City
Council approve this permit.
2. On December 12, 1994, the City Council held a public hearing. The City
staff published a notice in the paper and sent notices to the
surrounding property owners. 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.
10. There would not be a significant affect on the development of the parcel ~
as zoned.
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= 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 started within one year of Council
approval or the permit shall end. The Council may extend this deadline
for one year.
3. The City waives the required number of parking spaces, provided that all
vehicles shall be parked on a paved parking lot. (This is a Code
requirement.) The City must approve any plans for expanding the paved
parking areas. The City may limit the vehicles stored or displayed on
the site if the City decides that there is insufficient on-site parking.
4. The property owner shall install and maintain screening along all south
lot lines to meet the City Code. The Community Design Review Board must
approve the screening plan.
5. There shall be no vehicle access, except emergency vehicles, to or from
Duluth Street.
6. All dumpsters on the site shall be enclosed as required by City Code.
- 7. The City Council shall review this permit in one year.
8. Continuation of the limitation on ingress/egress on Duluth Street is
only for public safety vehicles and is not for trucks and commercial
traffic.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
3. 7:30 P.M.: Off-Sale Liquor License Application.- Todd B. Norman
a. Mayor Bastian convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding an
application by Todd B. Norman for an off-sale liquor license to operate
A•1 Liquor at 19 North Century Avenue.
b. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
c. Mr. Norman appeared before the Council.
d. Mayor Bastian opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents.
No one appeared.
- e. Mayor Bastian closed the public hearing.
f. Councilmember Rossbach introduced the following Resolution and moved its
adoption:
f9~ - O1 - 05
APPROVAL OF LIQUOR LICENSE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to action by the City Council of
the City of Maplewood on September 13, 1993, an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor
License was approved for Todd B. Norman doing business under the name of A-1
Liquor.
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The Council proceeded in this matter as outlined under the provisions o
the City Ordinance.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes - all
H. AWARD OF BIDS
NONE
I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
NONE
J. NEW BUSINESS
1. Final Plat:'Maplewood Retail Addition
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Associate Planner Roberts 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:
Mark Krueger, Maplewood Retail Center
d. Councilmember Carlson moved to approve the Maplewood Retail Addition
final plat, subject to the following conditions:
1) The County recording the deeds, easements and agreements ~
required by the City. These documents shall be subject to staff
approval.
2) The staff shall not release the plat for recording until the
developer does the following:
a) Satisfies all the preliminary plat conditions required
by the City Council for final plat approval.
b) Submits the final copies of the required deeds,
easements and agreements to the staff for review before
taking them to the County with the plat.
c) Obtains a permit from MnDOT for access to White Bear
Avenue.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes - all
2. MnDOT Cooperative Agreement: Project 93-02, TH61 Frontage Roads
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the report.
c. Councilmember Rossbach introduced the following Resolution and moved its
adoption:
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REQUESTING MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION COOPERATIVE CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT
FOR PROJECT 93.02, TRUNK HIGHWAY 61 FRONTAGE ROADS
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Maplewood has ordered and received a
feasibility report for street and storm sewer improvements on the Trunk Highway 61
frontage road, known as Project 93-02, and
WHEREAS, the City Council, after holding a public hearing on said proposed
improvements, has ordered the preparation of plans and specifications for Project 93-
02, and
` WHEREAS, the Minnesota Department of Transportation, Metropolitan Division has
recommended Maplewood's Project 93-02, known as State Project No. 6222, to be
included in the fiscal year 1995, Municipal Agreements Program,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota, as
follows.:
1. The City Council requests the approval of Project 93-02 as a Cooperative
Construction Agreement Project by the Minnesota Department of
Transportation.
2. With said approval, the City Council requests the State's participation in
- financing the cost of the project.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes all
3. Approve Plans, Advertise for Bids: Project 93-02, TH61 Frontage Roads
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. No one appeared.
d. Councilmember Koppen introduced the following Resolution and moved its
adoption:
9-5
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APPROVING PLANS AND ADVERTISING FOR BIDS -PROJECT 93-02
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution passed by the City Council on June 27, 1994,
plans and specifications for TH 61 Frontage Roads, Project 93-02, have been prepared
by (or under the direction of) the City Engineer, who has presented such plans and
specifications to the Council for approval,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA:
1. Such plans and specifications, a copy of which are attached hereto and made a
part hereof, are hereby approved and ordered placed on file in the office of the
City Clerk.
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2. The City Clerk shall prepare and cause to be inserted in the official paper and
in the Construction Bulletin an advertisement for bids upon the making of such
improvement under such approved plans and specifications. The advertisement
shall be published twice, at least ten days before the date set for bid opening,
shall specify the work to be done, shall state that bids will be publicly opened
and considered by the Council at 10:00 a.m., on the 8th day of February, 1995,
at the City Hall and that no bids shall be considered unless sealed and filed
with the Clerk and accompanied by a certified check or bid bond, payable to the
City of Maplewood, Minnesota for five percent of the amount of such bid.
3. The City Clerk and City Engineer are hereby authorized and instructed to receive,
open, and read aloud bids received at the time and place herein noted, and to
tabulate the bids received. The Council will consider the bids, and the award
of a contract, at the regular City Council meeting of May 8, 1995.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
4. Approve Plans, Advertise for Bids: Project 93-08, Sterling Street/Schaller Drive
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the report.
c. Councilmember Carlson introduced the following Resolution and moved its
adoption:
95-01.08
APPROVING PLANS - ADVERTISING FOR BIDS
WHEREAS, pursuant to resolution passed by the City Council on June 13, 1994, and
pursuant to the City Council ordering the rebid of the project, plans and
specifications for Sterling Street & Schaller Drive, utility and street improvements,
Project 93-08, have been prepared by (or under the direction of) the City Engineer,
who has presented such plans and specifications to the Council for approval,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA:
1. Such plans and specifications, a copy of which are attached hereto and
made a part hereof, are hereby approved and ordered placed on file in
the office of the City Clerk.
2. The City Clerk shall prepare and cause to be inserted in the official
_ paper and in the Construction Bulletin an advertisement for bids upon
the making of such improvement under such approved plans and
specifications. The advertisement shall be published twice, at least
ten days before the date set for bid opening, shall specify the work to
be done, shall state. that bids will be publicly opened and considered by
the Council at 10:00 a.m., on the 9th day of February, 1995, at the City
Hall and that no bids shall be considered unless sealed and filed with
the Clerk and accompanied by a certified check or bid bond, payable to
the City of Maplewood, Minnesota for five percent of the amount of such
bid.
3. The City Clerk and City Engineer are hereby authorized and instructed to
receive, open, and read aloud bids received at the time and place herein
noted, and to tabulate the bids received. The Council will consider the
bids, and the award of a contract, at the regular City Council meeting
of May 8, 1995.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
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5. Model Airplanes
a. Manager McGuire presented 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. The following was heard:
Paul Ahlstrom, 1247 North Century Avenue
d. Councilmember Rossbach moved to table this item for further information
and discussion.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
6. 1995 Residential and Commercial Park Fees
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Director of Parks & Recreation Anderson presented the specifics of the
report.
c. Mayor Bastian moved to increase the 1995 P.A.C. Fee by $17.63 per person
to $169.10 and leave the Commercial/Industrial rate remain at the 1994
rate of 9i.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
7. Maplewood Community Center Park
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Director of Parks & Recreation Anderson presented the specifics of the
report.
- c. Commissioner Christiansen reported the Park and Recreation Commission's
recommendation.
d. Councilmember Carlson moved to approve retaining Sanders. Wacker,
Wehrman. Bergly. Inc. to perform design services for the Community
Center Park with monies to be allocated from the Park Acquisition and
Development Fund.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
S. Release of Retainage - Hunt Electric
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Assistant City Manager Maglich presented .the specifics of the report.
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c. Councilmember Rossbach introduced the following Resolution and moved its
adoption:
95 - O1 - 09
RETURN OF RETAINAGE FOR A COMMUNITY CENTER PROJECT CONTRACT
FOR ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota has heretofore ordered
the construction of a City-owned community center, Community Center Project,
and has let a contract with Hunt Electric Corporation for electrical
construction; and
WHEREAS, the City is holding 5Y of the $1,040,545.07 contract amount as
retainage; and
WHEREAS, the Architect and Construction Manager evaluated the
construction and acknowledged substantial completion on September 23, 1994
and completion of the contracted work as of November 25, 1994.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA that the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized and directed
to release the retainage in the amount of $51,826.07 to Hunt Electric
Corporation.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes all
9. Request for Residential Lot on Open Space Site #103C
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Assistant Manager Maglich 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:
Charles E. Kennedy, the applicant
d. Councilmember Koppen moved to direct staff to begin the process of the
_ proposed sale of a lot on the east side of Open Space Site 103C to Mr.
Kennedy.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes - Mayor Bastian, Councilmembers
Allenspach, Koppen, Rossbach
Nays - Councilmember Carlson
10. Open Space Site #103C - Additional Parcel
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Councilmember Carlson moved to take no action on this item.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes - all
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11. Acceptance of Property
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Assistant Manager Maglich presented the specifics of the report.
c. Councilmember Carlson moved to accept the gift of property on the west
side of Highway 61 north of County Road C from Corinne Gadwa and
directed staff to complete the necessary procedures to close on the
property.
Seconded by Mayor Bastian Ayes - all
12. 1995 Council Appointments
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Mayor Bastian moved the following appointments for 1995:
ll City Attorney Patrick Kelly, Bannigan & Kelly.
$80/hr - civil, $90/hr - litigation
2) Prosecuting Attorney Hughes & Costello; $4,750/month
3) Municipal Legislative Commission Sherry Allenspach
Mike McGuire
4) Ramsey County League of Local Gov't.Dale Carlson
George Rossbach
5) Cable Commission Gary Bastian
Alternate: Dale Carlson
6) N.E.S.T. Sherry Allenspach/George Rossbach
7) Suburban Rate Authority Marv Koppen
Dan Faust
8) Official Newspaper Maplewood Review
9) Acting Mayor Dale Carlson
10) St. Paul Water Treatment George Rossbach
Plan Advisory Board (as needed) Dale Carlson
11) Maplewood/North St. Paul/Oakdale Marv Koppen
Chamber of Commerce Alternate: Geoff Olson
12) Partnership Gary Bastian
Ken Collins
13) Change Order Review Committee George Rossbach, Dale Carlson,
(as needed) Mike McGuire
14) Metro East Development Partnership Marv Koppen
(as needed)
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes all
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K. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
1. Peter Fischer. 2443 Standridge
a. Mr. Fischer stated he was disappointed in the proposal to purchase Site
103C and requested a delay in the purchase:
b. Council directed staff to investigate what is taking place on Site 103C.
2. Don Christiansen
a. Mr. Christiansen stated he agrees with Mr. Fischer regarding Site 103C.
b. Mr. Christiansen stated there is a problem with noise because of the
Kline Olds loudspeakers.
c. Council directed staff to check on the noise level at Kline Olds.
L. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
L Ice Arena Update
a. Manager McGuire stated he had attended 3 meetings regarding this issue,
and reported the Committee has picked 3 XX XX sites. There will be
another meeting January 24, 1995.
2. Mayor's Update
a. Mayor's Forum
b. Rosewood Estates Grand Opening February 12, 1995, 10:00 A.M. 4:00 P.M.
c. Metro East Partnership Annual Meeting January 18, 1995
d. National League of Cities Meeting March 11 thru March 14, 1995
e. Notice from Carson Pirie Scott of closing
f. News Release -Cable
g. National League of Cities Neighborhood Awards
h. Circulate Legislative notices
i. forum at Library - talked about Cable Communication
j. Discussion with developers for more trees in plats - Put on
Council/Manager Agenda
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k. Requests for curfew, Ordinances in Maplewood in Motion, Ceiling on daily
family rates at Community Center, volunteers around front door of
Community Center, more benches in hallways outside of pool area.
1. Gypsy Moth will be discussed at Council/Manager meeting.
M. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
1. Open Space Program
a. Assistant Manager Maglich presented an update of open space properties.
N. ADJOURNMENT Of MEETING
9:50 P.M.
' Lucille E. Aurelius
- City Clerk
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