HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-29-2001MINUTES MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 29, 2001
Council Chambers, Municipal Building
Meeting No. 01-11
A.
B.
CALLTO ORDERc
A regular meeting of the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota was held in the Cauncil Chambers,
Municipal Building, and was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Mayor Cardinal.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
C. ROLL CALL
D.
E.
Robert Cardinal, Mayor
Sherry Allenspach, Councihnember
Kenneth V. Collins, Councihnember
Marvin C. Koppen, Councilmember
Julie A. Wasiluk, Councilmember
Present
Present
Present
Present
Present
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Councilmember Collins moved to table the minutes ofMeetine No. 01-11 (May 14. 2001) until the June
11, 2001 meetine.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk. Ayes -All
Councilmember Allenspach moved to approve the minutes of Council/Manager Workshop~May 14.
20011 as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes -All
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Councilmember Collins moved to approve the. Aeenda as amended:
Ml. Cable Commission
M2. HRA '
Nl. Joy Park
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes -All
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F. APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS: '
1. Historic Preservation Commission Appointments'
Councilmember Collins moved to approve the following appointments/re-appointments to the Historic
Preservation Commission with the understanding that future appointments be made through the normal
City Council process:
Peter Boulay (Chair) Carol Mahre
Steven Carlson Charlotte Wasiluk
Anne Fosburgh Don Wiegert
Al Galbraith Lois Behm (Liason)
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes -All
G. CONSENT AGENDA:
Councilmember Allenspach moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk. Ayes -All
1. Approval of Claims
Approved claims.
ACCOUNTS
PAYABLE
$521,982.62 Checks #54068 thru #54143 dated 5/11 thru 5/15/O1
$208,811.9$ Disbursements via debits to checking account dated 5/8 thru 5/14/01
$11,698.51 Checks #54144 thru #54145 dated 5/15 thru 5/16/01
$282,261.16 Checks #54146 thru #54201 dated 5/22/01
$105,278.52 Disbursements via debits to checking account dated 5/15 thru 5/21/01
$1,130,032.79 Total Accounts Payable
Pavroll
$370,331.97 Payroll Checks and Direct Deposits dated 5/11/Ol
$27,421.49 Payroll Deduction check #83974 thru #83981 dated 5/11/Ol
$397,753.46 Total Payroll
$1,527,786.25 GRAND TOTAL
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2. Transfer to Close Fund for Project 97-18
- Approved the transfer of $163.33 from the General Fund to close the fund for Project 97-18.
3. Conditional Use Permit Termination -Club F.T.S. (1351 Frost Avenue)
Adopt the following resolution that ends the city approval of a conditional use permit for a coffee
lounge at 1351 Frost Avenue:
RESOLUTION Ol-OS-047
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TERMINATION RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Ron Michaletz applied for a conditional use permit for a coffee shop in a BC(M)
(business commercial modified) district.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to the property at 1351 Frost Avenue. The legal description is:
GLADSTONE, RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA, BLOCK 7
WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as follows:
1. On April 17, 2000, the planning commission recommended that the city council approve
this permit.
2. On May 8, 2000, 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. The council
approved the proposed permit, subject to five conditions.
WHEREAS, the applicant did not open the proposed coffee shop and is no longer pursuing the
idea.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the city council end the city approval of the
above-described conditional use permit because:
1. The applicant did not get a building permit for the proposed facility.
2. The applicant did not start or open the proposed use (the club) within one year of council
approval, as city code requires.
3. The applicant told city staff that he is no longer going to try to open the proposed club.
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4. 3M Donation
Accepted the donation from 3M for an intubation trainer, and requested staff send a letter of
thanks to 3M.
5. Gambling -VFW Post 8901 -Ramsey County Fair
Approved the application for a temporary gambling license from VFW Post 8901 for the Ramsey
County Fair.
6. Miscellaneous Permit -White Bear Avenue Business Association
Approved the Miscellaneous Permit to conduct a parade from the White Bear Avenue Business
Association.
7. Adjust Water Assessment - 2321 Stillwater Road
Approved staff recommendation to forgive this charge and directed Ramsey County to remove
the Improvement 87-OS delinquent assessment against this property.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 7:00 P.M. (7:15) Clark Street Right-of--Way Vacation (Clark Street, south of Mount
Vernon Avenue)
A. Clark Street Right-of--Way Vacation
B. Arkwright Street Right-of--Way Vacation
C. Unused Alley in Block Seven of Magoffin'sNorth Side Addition Vacation
a. Mayor Cardinal convened the meeting for a public hearing.
b. City Manager Fursman introduced the staff report.
c. City Planner Ken Roberts presented the specifics of the report.
d. Commissioner Jack Frost presented the Plamiing Commission report.
e. Mayor Cardinal opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or opponents.
The following persons were heard:
Maurice Schneider; 433 Roselawn Avenue
George Rossbach, 1406 E. County Road C
Dominik Schneider, 443 Roselawn Avenue
Maurice Schneider, 443 Roselawn Avenue
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Margaret Oscarson, 1973 Desoto Street
John Oscarson, 1973 Desoto Street
g. Mayor Cardinal closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Koppen moved to adopt the following resolution that vacates the unused Clark
Street Rieht-of-Way Vacation between Mount Vernon and Roselawn Avenues:
RESOLUTION 01-05-041
VACATION (Clark Street right-of-way)
WHEREAS, Mrs. Margaret Oscarson applied for the vacation of the following-described
right-of--way:
The Clark Street right-of--way between the south right-of--way line of Mount Vernon
Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 17, Township 29, Range 22 West, Ramsey County,
Minnesota;
WHEREAS, the history of this vacation is as follows:
1. On May 7, 2001, the planning commission recommended that the city council approve
the vacation.
2. On May 29, 2001, the city council held a public hearing. The city staff published a
notice in the Maplewood Review and sent a notice 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
abutting properties:
The vacated alley accruing and the following, except the north 19.42 feet of Lot 3 and all of Lot 4
Lots 27 thru Lot 30, Block 8, Magoffin's North Side Addition in Section 17, Township 29,
Range, Maplewood, Ramsey County. (PIN 17-29-22-23-0094.)
The vacated alley accruing and the following, the North 20 feet of Lot 5 and the North 20 feet of
lot 26, Block 8, Magoffin's North Side Addition in Section 17, Township 29, Range 22,
Maplewood, County. (PIN 17-29-22-23-0095.)
The vacated alley accruing, part of Lot 221ying North of line par. to and 292.96 feet North of said
line of the NW 1/4 of Section 17, Township 29, Range 22 and Except North 20 feet of Lot 5 and
except North 20 feet of Lot 26; North''/z Lot 9 and all of Lots 6 thru 8 and all of Lots 23 thru Lot
25, Block 8, Magoffin's North Side Addition in Section 17, Township 29, Range 22, Maplewood,
Ramsey County. (PIN 17-29-22-23-0067).
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The East''/x of Vacated alley adjacent S %x of Lot 9 and adjacent lots 10 thru 15 also West''/x of '
vacated alley adjacent and following part of Lot 22 in South 292.96 feet of the Northwest 1/4 of
17, Township 29, Range 22 and all of Lots 16, thru 21, Block 8, Magoffin's North Side ,
Addition in Section 17, Township 29, Range 22, Maplewood, Ramsey County.
(PIN 17-29-22-23-0060).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the city council approve the above-described
right-of--way vacation for the following reasons:
1. It is in the public interest.
2. The city and the applicant have no plans to build a street in this location.
3. The adjacent properties have street access.
This vacation is subject to the city keeping a drainage and utility easement over all the vacated
right-of--way.
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes -All
Councilmember Koppen moved to adopt the followine resolution that vacates the unused
Arkwright Street Rieht-of--Way vacation between Mount Vernon and Roselawn Avenues:
RESOLUTION Ol-OS-042
VACATION (Arkwright Street right-of--way)
WHEREAS, the Maplewood Community Development Director initiated the vacation of the
following- described right-of--way:
Arkwright Street right-of--way between the south right-of--way line of Mount Vernon Avenue and
the north right-of--way line of Roselawn Avenue in the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest
Quarter of Section 17, Township 29, Range 22 West, Ramsey County, Minnesota;
WHEREAS, the history of this vacation is as follows:.
On May 7, 2001, the planning commission recommended that the city council approve
the vacation.
2. On May 29, 2001, the city council held a public hearing. The city staff published a
notice in the Maplewood Review and sent a notice 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:
Lots 8 thrn Lot 15, Block 6, Magoffm's North Side Addition in Section 17, Township 29, Range
22, Maplewood, Ramsey County. (PIN 17-29-22-23-0058.)
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The vacated street accruing and the following, Lots 1 thru 7 and 24 thru 30, Block 6, and all of
Block 7, Magoffin's North Side Addition in Section 17, Township 29, Range 22, Maplewood,
Ramsey (PIN 17-29-22-23-0072.)
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the city council approve the above-described
right-of--way vacation for the following reasons:
1. It is in the public interest.
2. The city and the applicant have no plans to build a street in this location.
3. The adjacent properties have street access.
Seconded by Councihnember Allenspach Ayes -All
Councilmember Koppen moved to adopt the following resolution that vacates the unused alley
in Block Seven of Maeoffin's North Side Addition between Mount Vernon and Roselawn
Avenues:
RESOLUTION Ol-OS-043
VACATION (Alley)
WHEREAS, the Maplewood Community Development Director initiated the vacafion of the
following-described right-of--way:
The undeveloped 20-foot-wide alley between the south right-of--way line of Mount Vernon
Avenue and the north right-of--way line of Roselawn Avenue in Block 7 of Magoffin's North Side
Addition in the Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 17, Township 29, Range
22 West, Ramsey County, Minnesota.
WHEREAS, the history of this vacation is as follows:
1'. On May 7, 2001, the planning commission recommended that the city council approve the
vacation.
2. On May 29, 2001, the city council held a public hearing. The city staff published a notice in
the Maplewood Review and sent a notice 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 property:
The vacated street accruing and the following, Lots 1 thru 7 and 24 thru 30, Block 6, and all of
Block 7, Magoffin's North Side Addition in Section 17, Township 29, Range 22, Maplewood,
Ramsey County. (PIN 17-29-22-23-0072.)
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the city council approve the above-described alley
vacation for the following reasons:
1. It is in the public interest.
2. The city and the applicant have no plans to build an alley in this location.
3. The adjacent properties have street access.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes -All
2. 7:10 P.M. (7:31) Conditional Use Permit -Little School of Montessori (1945
Prosperity)
a. Mayor Cardinal convened the meeting for a public hearing.
b. City Manager Fursman introduced the staff report.
c. Associate Planner Ken Roberts presented the specifics of the report.
d. Commissioner Jack Frost presented the Planning Commission report.
e. Mayor Cardinal opened the public hearing, calling for proponents or
opponents. The following person was heard:
Noemi Palmer, the applicant, 1945 Prosperity Road..
£ Mayor Cardinal closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Koppen moved to adopt the following resolution that approves a conditional use
permit for a preschool and child care facility in Cross Lutheran Church at 1945 Prosperity Road:
RESOLUTION Ol-OS-044
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT--LITTLE SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI
WHEREAS, Ms. Noemi Palmer applied for a conditional use permit to operate a preschool and
child care center in Cross Lutheran Church.
WHEREAS, this permit applies to property located at 1945 Prosperity Road. The legal
description is:
The South 433 feet of part of the NE 1/4 except North 117 Feet of the West 188 feet and except
North 125 feet of that part East of West 188 feet, subject to Frost and Hazelwood Avenues and
Prosperity Road and Westerly of centerline of said road in Section 15, Township 29, Range 22
(PID # 15-29-22-13-0049)
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WHEREAS, the history of this conditional use permit is as follows:
1. On May 7, 2001, the planning commission recommended that the city council approve this
permit.
2. On May 29, 2001, 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 based on the building and site plans. The city council approves this permit
because:
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.
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, fiunes, water or
air pollution, drainage, water runoff, vibration, general unsightliness, electrical interference
or other nuisances.
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 stmctures, 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 incorpoYate 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:
The city council may approve major changes to the site, after a public hearing. The Director
of Community Development may approve minor changes to the site.
2. The church and the Montessori school shall install smoke and alarm systems as required by
the fire marshal.
3. The city council shall not review this permit again unless there is a problem or if the owner
or operator proposes a major change.
Seconded by Councihnember Wasiluk Ayes -All
I. AWARD OF BIDS
None
J. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Gladstone West Street Improvements, Project 00-05, Assessment Objections
a. City Manager Fursman introduced the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented the specifics of the report.
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the senior citizens' deferments for the
followine properties:
P1N 16-29-22-41-0033 Gloria J. Enright 1211 Ripley Ave. E.
PIN 16-29-22-42-0069 Roxie T. Smith 1829 Frank St N.
PIN 16-29-22-42-0072 Roxie T. Smith 1829 Frank St. N.
PIN 16-29-22-42-0072 Charlotte W. Schnaith 1220 Frisbie Ave. E.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes -All
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the reduction from two (~ units down to
unif for the followine property
PIN 16-29-22-41-0016 Charlotte W. Schnaith 1220 Frisbie Ave. E.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes -All
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the cancellation of the assessment for the
followine property:
PIN 16-29-22-44-0019 Greg & Jean Votel 1730 Atlanfic St. N.
Seconded by Councihnember Allenspach Ayes -All
Councilmember Koppen moved to deny the cancellation of the assessment for the
following_propert~
PIN 16-29-44-0078 Harold & Virginia Olson 1717 Duluth St. N.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes -All
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Councilmember Koppen moved to deny the revision of assessment for the followine
property;
2.
Ayes -Mayor Cardinal, Councilmembers
Allenspach, Collins, Wasiluk
Nays - Councihnember Koppen
a. City Manager Fursman introduced the staff report.
b. Community Oriented Services Coordinator Callahan presented the specifics of
the report.
c. The following people were heard:
Colleen Callahan, Community Oriented Services Coordinator
Bruce Anderson, Director of Parks and Recreation
George Rossbach, 1406 E. County Road C
Don Wiegert, Maplewood Community Center
Robert Overby, Historical Society
Pete Boulay, Historical Society
Russ Rooney, Red Cross
Kathy Juenemann, 721 Mount Vernon Avenue
PIN 16-29-22-44-0082 Robert Ryan 1173 Larpenteur Ave. E.
Seconded by Councihnember Allenspach Ayes -All
Authorize Expenditure and Approve Consultant Selection for Beaver Lake Townhomes
Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW), City Project No. 01-10
a.
b.
c.
City Manager Fursman introduced the staff report.
City Engineer Ahl presented the specifics of the report..
The following persons were heard:
Karl Kuhl, BRW/iJRS
Margaret Lutfey, 1076 Mary Street, Maplewood
Councilmember Wasiluk moved to approve BRWlCTRS Engineers prepare the EAW for Beaver
Lake Townhome Project. The preparation cost of the EAW would be authorized up to $15.000
from the contingency fund. Staff should be directed to continue to negotiate with the developer
for reimbursement of the reasonable costs of the EAW preparation.
Seconded by Councilmember Collins.
3. Charitable Gambling Requests for 2002
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K. NEW BUSINESS
1. 2002-2006 Capital Improvement Plan (4 Votes) l
a. City Manager Fursman introduced the staff report. -
b. Finance Director Faust presented the specifics of the report and presented a
video outlining the plan.
Councilmember Koppen moved to adopt the following resolution that coordinates the timing and
financin og f major equipment purchases and construction proiects:
RESOLUTION Ol-OS-045
TIMING AND FINANCING OF MAJOR EQUH'MENT PURCHASES
WHEREAS, the 2002-2006 Capital Improvement Plan coordinates the timing and financing of
major equipment purchase, and construction projects, and
WHEREAS, the 2002-2006 C.LP. is a planning tool for City staff and elected officials, and
WHEREAS, it is important to follow the construction and financing schedule on pages 1-10 and
1-11 in the C.LP. in order to fully utilize the City's engineering staff and minimize the need for
consultant engineers, and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLED, that the 2002-2006 C.LP. is hereby adopted as a
plamiing document, and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the construction and financing schedule on pages 1-IO and 1-11
in the C.I.P. will be followed to the freest extent possible.
Seconded by Councilmember Allenspach Ayes -All
2. Authorize Expenditure and Approve Consultation Selection for Mall Area Traffic
Study, Project 01-11
a. City Manager Fursman introduced the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented the specifics of the report.
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve a transfer of contingency funds for the preparation of
the Mall Area Comprehensive Traffic Study up to $50.000, and that staff be directed to ne ote iate
with Mn/DOT and Ramsey County for sharine of the cost of this study. The city's overall
expenditure should not exceed $30,000 from the contingency fund.
Seconded by Mayor Cardinal Ayes -All
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Authorization to Negotiate purchases through Housing Replacement Program
a. City Manger Fursman gave the staff report.
b. City Engineer Ahl presented the specifics of the report.
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the authorization for staff to be ig n negotiations with
the property owners at 215.211 and 209 Larpenteur Avenue East to buy their properties.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes -All
4. Purchase of New Squad Car
a. City Manger Fursman gave the staff report for the city.
b. Deputy Police Chief Tomalla, gave the specifics of the report.
Councilmember Koppen moved to approve the purchase of a replacement police vehicle and
subsequent bud ete changes.
Seconded by Councilmember Wasiluk Ayes -All
5. Award of Construction Quote for Dispatch Renovation
a. City Manager Fursman gave the specifics of the report.
b. Fire Chief Lukin gave the specifics of the report.
Councilmember Allenspach moved to approve the award of bid to Kraus-Anderson in the amount
of $26.500 for the renovation of the dispatch center.
Seconded by Councilmember Collins
L. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
Ayes -Mayor Cardinal, Councilmembers
Allenspach, Wasiluk, Collins
Nays- Councilmember Koppen
1. Kathy Juenemann- 721 Mount Vernon, Maplewood--Offered congratulations on the
award of bid for the dispatch center.
2. Ann Fosburg-2516 East Idaho, Maplewood--Would like to see more of the welcome
signs bordering more cities.
M. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
1. Cable Commission--Councilmember Koppen explained that the Cable Commission is
looking at Hubbard Broadcasting property in Oakdale to purchase. If it is affordable
they will also be researching the remodeling costs of the facility.
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2. Housing and Redevelopment Authority--Councilmember Koppen wanted to ensure the
volunteers on the HRA Commission are being utilized to help develop a game plan to
establish housing initiatives for redevelopment.
N. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
Joy Park--Dave Johnson, 2587 Lydia, Maplewood, expressed his concerns with activities taking
place in the park. He would like to see funds expended towards the improvement of this park.
Staff feels the brush needs to be cleared and the park patrolled on a regular basis. Park staff has
not been increased in twelve years noted Parks and Recreation Director Anderson. He was
supportive of adding afull-time position to maintain and patrol the park.
Councilmember Wasiluk moved approval to accept the staff recommendation that the city council
sunnort the hiring of mark patrol supervisor at Joy Park at $9 00 - $12 00 per hour for a three
month summer period Salary to be paid by the Parks and Recreation and Police Department
budgets.
Councilmember Collins seconded. Ayes -All
O. ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Collins moved to adjourn the meetin,e at 9:53 P.M.
Councilmember Allenspach seconded.
Ayes -All
Karen E. Guilfoile, City Clerk
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ADDENDUM TO 5-29-O1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
F. APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS:
1. Historic Preservation Commission Appointments
Councilmember Collins moved to approve the followingappointments/re-
appointments to the Historic Preservation Commission with the understanding-
that future appointments be made through the normal City Council process•
South Area: Annemarie Fosburgh, 2516 E. Idaho 3 year
Edna Ledo, 1211 So. Century Avenue 2 year
West Area: Gordon Heininger, 796 E. Bellwood 3 year
Carolyn Peterson, 1999 Jackson Street 2 year
Central/North Area: Robert Overby, 1829 Furness Street 3 year
' George Rossbach, 1406 E. County Road C 3 year
Donald Wiegert, 2119 Duluth Street 2 year
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes -All
MINUTES MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 29, 2001
Council Chambers, Municipal Building
Meeting No. 01-11
1. Historic Preservation Commission Appointments
Councilmember Collins
Peter Boulay (Chair) Carol Mahre
Steven Carlson Charlotte Wasiluk
Anne Fosburgh Don Wiegert
Al Galbraith Lois Behm (Liason)
Seconded by Councilmember Koppen Ayes -All