HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-10-1995 MINUTES OF MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M., Monday, April 10, 1995
Council Chambers, Municipal Building
Meeting No. 95-07
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 95-06, (March 27, 1995)
Councilmember Allenspach moved to approve the minutes of Meeting No. 95-06
(March 27. 1995) as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
E. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Mayor Bastian moved to approve the Agenda as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen ayes - all
EA. APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
1. Certificate of Recognition - Ms. Peg Kohring
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Mayor Bastian moved to present the following certificate to Ms. Peg
Kohring:
CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION
WHEREAS, in November 1993, a majority of the Maplewood voters approved a
referendum which allowed the City to sell up to $5 million in bonds for the
acquisition of open space; and
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_ WHEREAS, in early 1994, the City of Maplewood contracted with The Trust for
Public Land for assistance with its new Open Space Acquisition Program; and
WHEREAS, Ms. Margaret A. Kohring as Midwest Regional Manager and Special Project
Manager for The Trust For Public Land worked very closely with the Maplewood City `
Council, Open Space Committee, and staff in the identification, negotiation, and
acquisition of open space sites: and
WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council and staff came to depend on Ms. Margaret
Kohring for her experience in land negotiations, her environmentally sensitive point
of view, and her commitment to the preservation of open space.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Maplewood, its elected
officials, residents, employees, business owners, and visitors thank Peg Kohring for
her role in the City's Open Space Program: and since Peg has left The Trust For
Public Land to pursue other life goals, we do hereby wish her success and happiness
in all of her future endeavors.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes - all
c. The Open Space Committee made a presentation to Peg Kohring.
2. Proclamation: Stars of the North: Maplewood Volunteers:.
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Mayor Bastian moved to proclaim the following:
PROCLAMATION
STARS OF THE NORTH: MAPLEWOOD VOLUNTEERS
Volunteer Recognition Week
April 23 - 29, 1995
WHEREAS, Minnesota Governor Arne Carlson has proclaimed April 23 - 29, 1995 as
Minnesota Volunteer Recognition Week to celebrate the more than two million
volunteers who serve throughout Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, to recognize the spirit of giving that exists in each volunteer's heart,
the theme of this year's event is Stars of the North: Minnesota Volunteers; and
WHEREAS, Minnesotan's of all ages serve as volunteers throughout the year by
making their communities better places in which to live and work; and
WHEREAS, Maplewood residents deserve special recognition for their volunteer
efforts which include providing support to the hungry, homeless, elderly, and persons
with disabilities; assisting schools in classrooms and special events; providing a
leadership role for young people through scouting programs; augmenting City staff in
various projects in the Parks and Recreation department as well as the Police Reserve
and Cadet programs; City fire fighters; members of Maplewood's various commissions,
boards, and committees; and many other dedicated people: and
WHEREAS, Maplewood wants to take this opportunity to thank the Stars of the North
in our community who shine throughout the year with their strong sense of community
loyalty and commitment to reach out and help others.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that on behalf of the City Council of the City
of Maplewood, I do hereby proclaim the week of April 23 29, 1995 as Stars of the
North: Maplewood Volunteers Week in the City of Maplewood to recognize all volunteers
within our City for their contributions to the community.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach ayes - all.
3. Proclamation: Earth Day
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Mayor Bastian moved to proclaim the following:
PROCLAMATION
EARTH DAY
APRIL 22, 1995
WHEREAS, Saturday, April 22, 1995 is the 25th Anniversary of Earth Day; and
WHEREAS, the Silver Anniversary of this important day is an appropriate time to
reflect upon and renew our commitment to preserving our environment; and
WHEREAS, Earth Day has become a national symbol for programs and events which
stress the significance of our environment and our responsibility to preserve the
natural beauty, innocence, purity of our air, water, and greenscapes; and
WHEREAS, .since our increasing rates of growth and consumption are outpacing the
Earth's ability to recycle wastes and renew the supply of energy resources, we are
looking for ways to reduce energy consumption, conserve our natural resources, and
use renewable energy sources and alternative energy technologies; and
WHEREAS, community and .individual efforts can and do make a difference in our
environment including recycling, plantings, waste reduction, composting,
beatification projects, use of products composed of recycled products, wetland and
shoreline buffers, educational programs, Nature Center, and the Open Space
Preservation Program.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Maplewood does hereby proclaim
= Saturday, April 22, 1995 as Earth Day in the community, and with the nation,
celebrates its Silver Anniversary.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes - all
F. CONSENT AGENDA:
Councilmember Carlson moved. seconded by Councilmember Rossbachc ayes - all.
to approve the consent agenda items F-1 thru F-B as recommended.
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1. Approval of Claims
Approved the following cTaimr.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE: $ 388,531.19 Checks #4108 - #4228
Dated 3-16-95 thru 3-30-95
$ 156.588.06 Checks #17315 - #17457
Dated 4.10.95
$ 545,119.25 Total Accounts Payable
PAYROLL: $ 254,754.07 Payroll Checks #80010 thru #80287
Dated 3-24-95
$ 50.502.82 Payroll Deduction Checks #80292 thru
#80310 dated 3-24-95
$ 305,256.89 Total Payroll
$ 850.376.14 GRAND TOTAL
2. Preliminary Plat Time Extension - Maplewood Estates Third Addition
Approved a one-year time extension for the Maplewood Estates Third Addition
preliminary 'plat. This time extension shall be subject to the March 22,
1993 conditions of approval.
3. Conditional Use Permit Review - 9 North Century Avenue (Century Avenue Service)
Reviewed and renewed the Conditional Use Permit at 9 North Century Avenue,
allowing the addition of a fuel station canopy and replacement of the two
existing pump islands with four smaller pump islands. This CUP will not be
reviewed again unless a problem develops.
4. Conditional Use Permit Review - 2194 Van Dyke Street (Launderville)
Reviewed and renewed for one year the Conditional Use Permit at 2194 VanDyke
Street, allowing the home owner to keep a one-ton tow truck on the property.
5. Ambulance Bill: Application for Cancellation (N. DeYoung)
Authorized cancellation, on the basis of hardship, of a remaining balance
$193.25 on an ambulance bill issued to Nellie DeYoung.
6. Ambulance Bill: Application for Cancellation (D. Early)
Authorized cancellation, on the basis of hardship, of a remaining balance
$268.12 on an ambulance bill issued to Dale Early.
7. Data Processing\General Fund Budget Adjustment
Authorized budget adjustments in the Data Processing and General Funds to
finance the modem pool telephone charges of $7,200.
8. Budget Transfer: Finance Department
Authorized a transfer of $1,260 from the General Fund Contingency Account to
cover the cost of additional checks required because of the Community Center
operations.
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G. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 7:00 P.M. (7:11 P.M.): Registered Land Survey - Kohlman Lake Basin (Ramsey-Washington
Metro Watershed District)
a. Mayor Bastian convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding a
request from the Ramsey-Washington Watershed District, the Registered
Land Survey would divide the area east of Highway 61 and South of County
Road D into five tracts.
b. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
c. Associate Planner Ekstrand presented the specifics of the report.
d. Commissioner Fischer presented the Planning Commission report.
e. Cliff Eichinger, Ramsey-Washington Watershed District presented details
of the request.
f. Mayor Bastian opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents.
The following persons were heard:
A letter was read from Donald Sjostrom, the attorney
representing Hale D. Carr. 3090 Maplewood Drive
Keith Venberg, owner of Venberg Tire, 2990 Maplewood Drive
g. Mayor Bastian closed the public hearing.
h. Councilmember Rossbach moved to approve. the Registered Land Survey for
the Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District. dividing the area east
of Highway 61 and south of County Road D into five tracts.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
H. AWARD OF BIDS
1. Bid Award: Truck Box and Equipment (7:22 P.M.)
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:
95-04-44
AWARD OF BID - HEAVY-DUTY DUMP TRUCK BODY
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, the
quotation received from MacQueen Equipment. Inc. in the amount of $19,179 is
the lowest responsible quote for the purchase of heavy-duty dump truck body
and related equipment and the authorized representative of the City shall
enter into a contract with MacQueen Equipment. Inc. for and on behalf of the
City.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
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I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Project 93-02: TH61 Frontage Road - Assessment Objections '
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report. -
b. Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the report.
c. Assessment appeal for PIN 04-29-22-44.0016 was presented.
d. Councilmember Allenspach moved to denv Mar.iorie Benkovic's assessment
- a°aeal.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - Councilmembers Allenspach,
Carlson, Koppen, Rossbach
Nays - Mayor Bastian
2. Release of Retainage - Doody Mechanical (Community Center)
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Assistant City Manager Maglich 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 introduced the followin4 Resolution and moved its
adoption:
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RETURN OF RETAINAGE
FOR A COMMUNITY CENTER PROJECT CONTRACT FOR MECHANICAL 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 Doody Mechanical, Inc. for mechanical
construction; and
WHEREAS, the Architect and Construction Manager evaluated the
construction and acknowledged substantial completion on September 23, 1994
and the completion of the contracted work as of February 20, 1995 with the
exception of the ozone system in the swimming pools.
WHEREAS, the City released $97,251.22 to Doody Mechanical, Inc. on March
13, 1995 and retained $10,000 until such time that the City was satisfied
with the operations of the swimming pools systems; and
WHEREAS, as of March 31, the City is satisfied with the operation of the
swimming pools and the ozone system.
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 remaining retainage in the amount of $10,000 to Doody
Mechanical, Inc.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes - all
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3. Keller Parkway: Reconsideration..
a. Mayor Bastian moved to reconsider the vote on the Keller Parkway
Construction and to glace this item on the next Agenda. April 24. 1995.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes - Mayor Bastian, Councilmembers
Allenspach, Koppen, Rossbach
Nays - Councilmember Carlson
b. Council directed staff to invite a representative of Ramsey County to
attend the next Council Meeting, April 24, 1995.
G. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Continued).
2. 7:30 P.M.: Ice Arena Task Force Recommendation
a. Mayor Bastian convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the
need and proposed location for an additional ice arena.
- b. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
c. Dennis Schuts, Ice Arena Task Force, presented the Committee's report.
d. Mayor Bastian opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents.
The following persons were heard:
Jerry Hanson, 1783 Howard, presented a petition requesting
support for the proposed ice arena
Sheryl Theno, 1771 Helena Road N., Oakdale, Task Force Member
Kevin Berglund, 1929 Kingston Avenue
Bob Zick, 5158 Granada, Oakdale, spoke in opposition to funding proposal
Scott Wasiluk, 1747 Frank Street, Chair of Ice Arena Task Force
Julie Whitman, Oakdale
Rick Petschel, Oakdale
Andrea Simmer, 1605 Myrtle Street
e. Mayor Bastian closed the public hearing..
f. Councilmember Allenspach introduced the following Resolution and moved
its adoption:
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RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT - ICE ARENA PROPOSAL
WHEREAS, The Cities of Maplewood, Oakdale, and North St. Paul and School
District 622 have organized a task force to study the need for an additional
sheet of ice within the School District.
WHEREAS, this task force has recommended pursuing the feasibility of
locating and constructing such an arena at the Tartan High School site.
WHEREAS, the State of Minnesota is exploring the option of offering
assistance to help pay for the costs of construction of new sheets of ice
throughout the state.
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NOW. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of
Maplewood hereby supports, in conce t, the funding of such an arena with the
following contingencies in place.
1. The State of Minnesota approves legislation appropriating funds
to construct additional sheets of ice in the state.
2. The Ice Arena Levy of the School District is not repealed.
3. The joint partnership of the Cities of Maplewood, Oakdale, North
St. Paul and School District 622 are successful in receiving
$250,000 of the State money.
4. School District 622 donates the land for the arena.
5. Tartan Area Youth Hockey Association contributes $250,000 up
front to assist with construction costs and pledges $50,000
annually for the first five years.
6. All four entities, (The Cities of Maplewood, Oakdale, North St.
Paul and School District 622) are equal partners in paying for
operating expenditures of the arena.
7. During the first five years, each public entity would not be
responsible for more than $15,000 of operating expenditures.
The final 15 years of debt service, each public entity would not
be responsible for operating expenditures of more than $30,000.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
3. 7:50 P.M. (8:30 P.M.): 1357 Cope Avenue - Corner Kick Soccer Center
a. Mayor Bastian convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding a
request from the owners of Corner Kick Soccer Center for a Conditional
Use Permit which would allow them to build a one-story building
addition, as well as approval of building design plans and a waiver of
parking space requirements.
b. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
c. Associate Planner Ekstrand presented the specifics of the report.
d. Boardmember Vidyashankar presented the Community Design Review Board report.
e. Commisioner Fischer presented the Planning Commission report.
f. Mayor Bastian opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or
opponents. The following persons were heard:
Tom Hope, Corner Kick Soccer, the applicant
g. Mayor Bastian closed the public hearing.
Conditional Use Permit
h. Councilmember Koppen introduced the following Resolution and. moved its
adoption:
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - CORNER KICK BUILDING ADDITION
WHEREAS, Sue and Tom Hope applied fora conditional use permit to build
a 3,000-square-foot addition to the Corner Kick Soccer Center.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to 1357 Cope Avenue. The legal description
is:
EXCEPT THE W 398 FT; THAT PART SOUTH OF HWY 36 AND WEST OF RY RW OF
THE NW i/4 OF THE SW 1/4 (SUBJECT TO RD) IN SEC 10; TN 29, R22.
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as follows:
1) On March 14, 1995, the Planning Commission recommended that the
City Council approve this permit.
2) The City Council held a public hearing on April 10, 1995. 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.
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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.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
Parking Reduction Authorization
i. Councilmember Koppen moved to authorize the reduction of parking spaces
by 149 from the requirement of 256. based on the following reasons:
1) The proposed addition is support-oriented and would not generate
additional-traffic..
2) The City Council approved a parking authorization for 151 fewer
spaces in 1989.
If a parking shortage develops, the City Council may require that
the applicant restripe part of the parking lot with nine-foot-wide
spaces for employee parking and add six more spaces west of the
proposed addition.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
_ Design Review
j. Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the design plans (stamped February
15. 1995) for the Corner Kick Soccer Center, sub.iect to the findings
required by the Code. Approval is sub.iect to the property owners doing
the following:
a. Repeat this review in two years if the City has not issued a
building permit for this project..
b. Provide a revised landscape plan for the area along Cope Avenue
showing at least two, six-foot-tall evergreen trees between each
shrub grouping. The evergreens must be a dense variety like
spruce, not airy such as norway pine. This plan shall be
submitted for staff approval before the city issues a building
permit.
c. Complete the following before occupying the building:
1) Screen any new roof-mounted equipment visible from
- streets or adjacent property. (code requirement)
2) Plant the new trees that are required.
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d. If any required work is not done, the City may allow temporary
occupancy if
1) The City determines that the work is not essential to
the public health, safety or welfare.
2) The City receives a cash escrow or an irrevocable letter
of credit far the required work. The amount shall be
150X of the cost of the unfinished work.
3) The City receives an agreement that will allow the City
to complete any unfinished work.
e. All work shall follow the approved plans. The Director of
Community Development may approve minor changes.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
4. 8:00 P.M. (8:42 P.M.): 759 County Road B - Arlington Hills Methodist Church
` a. Mayor Bastian convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding a
request from Arlington Hills Methodist Church for approval of a
Conditional Use Permit for two one-story additions to their building, a
variance from the in-ground lawn irrigation system requirement and
approval of design and landscape plans.
b. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
c. Associate Planner Ekstrand presented the specifics of the report.
d. Commissioner Fischer presented the Planning Commission report.
e. Boardmember Vidyashankar presented the Community Design Review Board report.
f Mayor Bastian opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or
opponents. The following persons were heard:
Ken Benson, 2282 Howard Street, No. St. Paul, representing the church.
g. Mayor Bastian closed the public hearing.
Conditional Use Permit
h. Councilmember Rossbach introduced the followin4 Resolution and moved its
adoption:
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CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RESOLUTION - ARLINGTON HILLS METHODIST CHURCH
WHEREAS, Arlington Hill United Methodist Church applied for a
conditional use permit to build an addition onto the church.
WHEREAS, this permit allows a church and a day care/preschool.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to 759 East County Road B. The legal
description is:
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The West 412.5 feet of the East 825 feet of the South 825 feet of
the SE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 8 Township 29 Range 22, subject
to public highway of record.
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as follows:
1. On March 20, 1995, the Planning Commission recommended that the
City Council approve this permit.
2. The City Council held a public hearing on April 10, 1995. 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.
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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.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
Underground Lawn Irrigation Variance
k. Councilmember Rossbach introduced the following Resolution and moved its
adoption:
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IN-GROUND LAWN IRRIGATION VARIANCE
WHEREAS, Arlington Hills United Methodist Church applied for a variance
from the zoning ordinance.
WHEREAS, this variance applies to 759 East County Road B. The legal
description is:
The West 412.5 feet of the East 825 feet of the South 825 feet of
the SE 1/4 of the SE 1/4 of Section 8 Township 29 Range 22, subject
to public highway of record.
WHEREAS, Section 36.28(c)(9) of the Maplewood Code of Ordinances
requires installation of an in-ground lawn irrigation system.
WHEREAS, the church is not proposing to install such a system.
WHEREAS, this requires a variance.
WHEREAS, the history of this variance is as follows:
i) On March 20, 1995, the Planning Commission recommended that the
City Council approve this variance..
2) The City Council held a public hearing on April 10, 1995. 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 variance for the following reasons:
1) The spirit and intent of the ordinance would be met since the
church has a maintenance staff to water the lawns when needed.
2) The church property is well maintained.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
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Design Review
` 1. Councilmember Rossbach moved to approve the plans (stamped February 2.
1995 for the narthex and Christian education area addition and
landscaping at Arlington Hills United Methodist Church. 759 East County
Road B This approval is subiect to the church doing the following:
a) Repeat this review in two years if the City has not issued
a building permit for this project.
b) Complete the following before the City issues a building permit:
(1) Provide a plan for screening any new roof-top equipment
that may be added. This plan shall be submitted for
Board approval. (code requirement)
(2) Submit a grading, drainage, utility and erosion control
plan to the City Engineer for approval. The erosion
control plan shall be consistent with the Ramsey Soil
and Water Conservation District Erosion Control
Handbook.
(3) Provide a revised landscaping plan for staff approval
showing an evergreen planting screen to block headlight
glare east of the pick-up/drop-off area.
c) Complete the following before occupying the building:
(1) Screen all new roof-mounted equipment visible from
streets or adjacent property.
(2) Construct a trash dumpster enclosure. The enclosure
must match the color of the building. Wooden enclosures
must be protected in front with concrete-filled steel-
- pipe bollards. (code requirement)
d) If any required work is not done, the City may allow temporary
occupancy if
(1) The City determines that the work is not essential to
the public health, safety or welfare.
(2) The City receives a cash escrow or an irrevocable letter
of credit for the required work. The amount shall be
150X of the cost of the unfinished work.
(3) The City receives an agreement that will allow the City
to complete any unfinished work.
e) All work shall follow the approved plans. The Director of
Community Development may approve minor changes.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
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H. AWARD OF BIDS
1. Bid Award: Truck Box and Equipment
MOVED TO FOLLOW G-1
I. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Project 93-02: TH61 Frontage Road - Assessment Objections
MOVED TO FOLLOW H-1
2. Release of Retainage - Doody Mechanical (Community Center)
MOVED TO FOLLOW I-1
3. Keller Parkway: Reconsideration
MOVED TO FOLLOW I-2
4. ISD 622 Policy for Naming of District Facilities
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Councilmember Carlson moved a letter be sent to School District 622
_ requestin4 a Committee be established to determine a name for the new
high school.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes - Mayor Bastian, Councilmembers
Allenspach. Carlson, Rossbach
Nays - Councilmember Koppen
5. Update of Carver Elementary School Bid Opening
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Councilmember Carlson moved to table this item until the April 24. 1995
meeting.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all
J. NEW BUSINESS
1. Ken Gervais Request
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff.report.
b. Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the report.
c Councilmember Koppen moved to endorse staff recommendation and take no
action.
Seconded by Councilmember Carlson Ayes - all
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MAYOR BASTIAN LEFT THE MEETING - ACTING MAYOR CARLSON ASSUMED THE CHAIR
2. Appeal of Staff Denial of Site Plan: Johnson (Beam Avenue)
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Associate Planner Ekstrand presented the specifics of the report.
c. Acting Mayor Carlson asked if anyone wished to speak before the Council
regarding this matter. The following were heard:
Mr. & Mrs. Floyd Johnson, the applicants
d. Acting Mayor Carlson moved to table for two weeks to obtain further
clarification of the Johnson's request.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all (4)
3. Wetland and Stream Protection Ordinance (1st Reading)
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the report.
c. Commissioner Fischer presented the Planning Commission report.
d. Acting Mayor Carlson asked if anyone wished to speak before the Council
regarding this matter. No one appeared.
e. Councilmember Koppen moved to approve first reading of an ordinance
relative to wetland setback.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes - all (4)
4. Approve Final Plans and Specifications, Set Bid Opening Date (Construction of Timber
` and Western Hills Park)
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Director of Parks & Recreation Anderson presented the specifics of the
report.
c. Councilmember Rossbach moved to approve the final plans `and
specifications for Western Hills Park and Timber.. Park, and to set a bid
opening for Mav 2. 1995 at 2:00 P.M.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all (4)
5. Open Space Site #1618
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
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b. Assistant City Manager Maglich presented the specifics of the report.
c. Acting Mayor Carlson asked if anyone wished to speak before the Council
regarding this matter. The following was heard:
Dominic Ramacier, 865 Lakewood Drive
d. Councilmember Rossbach moved to consider the. purchase of Parcels 1 and
3 of Open Space Site #1616 and direct staff to forward the item to the
Plannin4 commission to consider its compatibility with the Comprehensive
Land Use Plan and to the Parks & Recreation Commission for its
recommendation.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all (4)
6. Charitable Gambling Request - First Quarter, 1995
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Assistant City 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 were heard:
Tartan Fast Pitch Booster Association
Tom Nemo, Tartan Fast Pitch Booster Association...
d. Councilmember Koppen moved to deny the request of the Tartan Fast Pitch
Booster Association.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes - all (4)
North High Graduation Committee
Ron Lyman, 2534 Ryan, representing the North High Graduation Committee
e. Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the request of the North High
Graduation Committee for a $1.000 donation.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes - all (4)
Maplewood Seniors and Persons With Disabilities Advisory Committee
f. Councilmember Rossbach moved the approve the request of the Maplewood
Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Advisory Committee for a $500
donation.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all (4)
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North High's Shades of Youth Group'
Diane Sandberg, advisor to North High Shades of Youth Group
g. Councilmember Koppen moved to approve a donation of $700 to the North
High Shades of Youth Group
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes - all (4)
Parks~& Recreation. Department Scholarship Fund
h. Councilmember Koppen moved to approve a donation to $2.000 to the Parks
& Recreation Department Scholarship Fund.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes - all (4)
Parks & Recreation Department Marketing Services
i. Councilmember Koppen moved to approve a donation of $15,000 for Parks &
Recreation Department Marketing Services.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes - all (4)
Parks & Recreation Department Adopt-A-Park Program
j. Acting Mayor Carlson moved to approve a donation of $3,200 for the Parks
& Recreation Department Adopt-A-Park Program.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all (4)
Parks & Recreation Department White Bear Avenue Flower Planting
k. Acting Mayor Carlson moved to approve a donation of $$1,500 to the Parks
& Recreation Department's White Bear Avenue Flower Planting program.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all (4)
Maplewood Police Cadets
1. Councilmember Rossbach moved to approve a donation of $2.000 for the
M~lewood Police Cadets.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes - all (4)
7. Schedule Meeting to Review 1994 Annual Financial Report
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Director of Finance Faust presented the specifics of the report.
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c. Councilmember Koppen moved to schedule the meetin4 to review the 1994
Annual Financial Reaort for Aril 24. 1995 at 6:30 P.M.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach Ayes - all (4)
K. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
NONE
L. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
NONE
M. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
NONE
N. ADJOURNMENT OF MEETING
10:16 P.M.
Lu lle E. Aurelius, City Clerk
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