HomeMy WebLinkAbout09.06.79MINUTES OF MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:30 P.M., Thursday, September 6, 1979
Council Chambers, Municipal Building
Meeting No. 79 -22
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 7:32 P.M. by Mayor Greavu.
B. ROLL CALL
John C. Greavu, Mayor Present
Norman G. Anderson, Councilman Present
Burton A. Murdock, Councilman Present
Earl L. Nelson, Councilman Present
Donald J. Wiegert, Councilman Present
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Meeting No. 79 -19 (August 2, 1979)
Councilman Anderson moved to approve the Minutes of Meeting No. 79 -19 (August 2 1979)
as corrected:
Page 9: Item 3 - Add "Cope Avenue and White Bear Avenue extended"
Seconded by Councilman Wiegert. Ayes - all.
2. Meeting No. 79 -20 (August 9, 1979)
Councilman Wiegert moved that the Minutes of Meeting No. 79 -20 (August 9, 1979) be
approved as corrected:
Page 1: Item C -lg -2 - 'oil' instead of 'all'.
Seconded by Councilman Anderson. Ayes - all.
3. Minutes No. 79 -21 (August 16, 1979)
Councilman Anderson moved to approve the Minutes of Meeting No. 79 -21 (August 16,
1979) be approved as submitted.
Seconded by Councilman Nelson. Ayes - all.
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Greavu moved to approve the Agenda as amended:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Resolution - Ramsey County - Frost Avenue
Open Space
3M Expansion News Clipping
Paraphenalia
216 E. Roselawn Avenue
Brookview Drive Drainage
Senior Citizen Deferment
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Seconded by Councilman Murdock.
E. CONSENT AGENDA
Ayes - all.
Councilman Murdock moved, seconded by Councilman Wiegert, to approve the Consent
Agenda, Items 1 through 7, as recommended:
1. Accounts Payable
Part I - Fees, Services, Expenses, Check No. 003663 through Check No. 003697 -
$171,285.88; Check No. 002729 through Check No. 002933 - $218,704.99: Part II -
Payroll - Check No. 21642 through Check No. 21940 - $114,963.55, in the amount
of $504,954.42 was approved as recommended.
2. Distribution of Employee Insurance Dividends
Approved the use of accumulated employee insurance dividends for payment of premiums
during the next twelve months for the supplemental life insurance currently in effect
for 68 employees.
3. Renewal of Contracts for Health Insurance
Approved to renew the existing contracts for employee insurance with Blue Cross and
Blue Shield, Group Health Plan, Employee Benefits Pland and Minnesota Mutual at the
increased rates.
4. Time Extension: Linwood Heights
Approved a 90 day time extension for the Linwood Heights preliminary plat on the
basis that the Council is still considering the Hillwood Drive Improvement project.
5. Contract Amendment - Maryland Avenue
Resolution No. 79 -9 -236
WHEREAS:
A. The City Council of the City of Maplewood has heretofore ordered made Im-
provement Project No. 77 -12 and has let a construction contract therefor pursuant
to Minnesota Statutes Chapter 429.
B. Said construction contract was awarded on a unit price basis for a total
contract price of $1,232,108.95.
C. It is necessary and expedient that said contract be modified so as to include
additional units of work at a cost of $11,769.98 which additional amount does not
exceed 25% of the original contract price.
D. Said additional units of work have heretofore been ordered made pursuant to
subdivision 1 (or subdivision 3) of M.S.A. Section 429.031.
E. A supplemental Agreement, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference,
has been presented to the Council for the purpose of effecting such modification.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA, that the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to
modify the existing contract with respect to Project No. 77 -12 by executing said
Supplemental Agreement.
6. Budget Transfer - Community Services
Approved the budget transfer of $1,870.00 from Account 146 -4480 to account 145 -4120
to purchase softballs for the 1980 season.
7. Settlement - Pariseau Brothers, Inc.
Approved to increase the settlement of damages to the Pariseau Brothers, Inc. for
the Conway Avenue easement from $9,300 to $11,800 and that the balance of the settle-
ment be paid.
F. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Small Kennel License - Lester - 7:30 P.M.
a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the request
of Mr. John Lester, 1450 E. Sandhurst Drive for a small private kennel license.
The Clerk noted the dates of publication of the hearing notices.
b. Manager Evans presented the staff report.
c. Mr. John Lester, the applicant, spoke on behalf of the request.
d. Mayor Greavu called for proponents. None were heard.
e. Mayor Greavu called for opponents. The following were heard:
Mrs. Lorraine Bishop, 1451 E. Sandhurst Drive;
Mr. Gerald Bishop, 1451 E. Sandhurst Drive;
Mrs. Evelyn Wagner, 1434 E. Sandhurst Drive;
Mrs. Lucille Sbragin, 1456 E. Sandhurst Drive;
Mrs. Ruth Branuick, 1445 E. Sandhurst Drive;
Mr. Raymond Duchene, 1459 E. Sandhurst Drive;
Mrs. Sharon Heir, 1473 E. County Road B.
f. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing.
g. Councilman Murdock
Sandhurst Drive. for a
of Mr. John Lester, 1450 E.
Seconded by Councilman Anderson. Ayes - all.
2. Alley Vacation - Ripley Avenue - 7:30 P.M.
a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing on the request of Mr.
Juan Galloway to vacate the north south alley in Block 1, Kings Addition to the
City of St. Paul. The Clerk noted the dates of publication of the hearing notice.
b. Manager Evans stated the City Council approved this alley vacation on August
2, 1979. The applicants request and the maps in the staff report show the alley
running south from Ripley Avenue to the railroad tracks. Unfortunately, the legal
description in the public hearing notice only showed the alley running south from
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Mr. Galloway's property to the tracks. The City attorney recommended that the
Council hold a new hearing in order to assure that all legal requirements are
met for the alley vacation. The previous staff report was presented. Staff
recommends approval of the alley vacation from Ripley Avenue south to the rail-
road tracks.
c. Chairman Les Axdahl presented the following Planning Commission recommendation:
"Commissioner Pellish moved the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council
approval of the alley vacation based on the following findings:
1. Vacation of the alley easement would be in the best interest of the public;
2. The alley easement does not serve as a secondary access to any abutting
property; it does not meet the intended purpose of the alley when it was
platted;
3. The applicant has submitted a petition signed by a majority of the owners of
land abutting the alley easement, who are in favor of vacating the alley
easement.
Commissioner Howard seconded. Ayes all."
d. Mayor Greavu called for proponents. None were heard.
e. Mayor Greavu called for opponents. None were heard.
I. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing.
g. Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes, Section 412.851,
thereof, the Maplewood City Council, upon Petition of a majority of the owners
of the land abutting the alley proposed to be vacated, and after a public hearing
preceeded by two (2) weeks published and posted notice, proposes the vacation
of the following described north south alley located in Block 1, Kings Addition
to City of St. Paul to wit:
Lots 1 thru 7 and Lots 13 thru 22, Block 1
Kings Addition to City of St. Paul
WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council finds that the vacation of the above
described alley are in the interest of the public due to changing land uses and
obsolete platting.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council, Ramsey County, Minnesota,
that the above described alley be and hereby are, vacated and the City Clerk
is hereby directed to prepare a notice of completion of the proceedings pursuant
to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes, Section 412.851 thereof, and shall cause
the same to be presented to the County Auditor for entry upon his transfer records
and the same shall be thereafter filed with the Ramsey County Recorder.
Seconded by Councilman Nelson. Ayes - all.
3. Hillcrest Development - 7:30 P.M.
a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the construct-
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ion of street, storm sewer, watermain, sanitary sewer and all other necessary
appurtenances in and around the Hillcrest Development Site. The Clerk noted
the dates of publication of the hearing notices.
b. Manager Evans presented the staff report. He further stated that the de-
velopers had requested that the Hoyt Avenue Improvement be eliminated.
C. Mr. Roger Short and Mr. Steve Campbell, Short, Elliott and Hendrickson, pre-
sented the specifics of the proposal.
d. Mr. Bailey Seida, Harry S. Johnson and Associates, spoke on behalf of the
proposal.
e. Mayor Greavu called for proponents. None were heard.
f. Mayor Greavu called for opponents. The following were heard:
Mr. Jim Mueller, 1568 Myrtle Street (presented a petition signed by area
residents opposing the project).
Mr. John Lackfield, Chicago, Northwestern Transportation Co.
Mr. Thomas Sextan, on behalf of the St. Paul Priory, 2675 E. Larpenteur Ave.
Mr. Paul Hone, 1600 No. McKnight Road;
Mr. Ray Horwath, 1540 No. McKnight Road;
Sister Michelle Welter, 2675 E. Larpenteur Avenue;
Sister Marcia Keintz, 2675 E. Larpenteur Avenue;
Mr. Les DuFresne, 1637 Myrtle Avenue;
Mr. Bill McCauley, 1808 Kennard;
Mr. Gary Salkowicz, 1240 No. McKnight Road;
Mrs. Charlotte Gauthier, Larpenteur and Sterling Avenue;
Ms. Shirley Schouviller.
g. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing.
h. Councilman Anderson moved to delete Hoyt Avenue from the proposal; moved that
the developer work with the Priory on their open space program: moved that the
for the improvements
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WHEREAS, after due notice of public hearing on the construction of streets,
storm sewers, watermain, sanitary sewer and all necessary appurtenances in the
area of Hillcrest Development Properties, generally bounded on the North by Lar-
penteur Avenue, on the West by McKnight Road, on the East by T.H. 120, and on the
South by the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad Tracks, a hearing on said improve-
ment in accordance with the notice duly given was duly held on September 6, 1979,
and the Council has heard all persons desiring to be heard on the matter and has
fully considered the same;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA,
as follows:
1. That it is advisable, expedient, and necessary that the City of Maplewood
construct trunk sanitary sewer, services, and necessary appurtenances to ser-
vice said area from the intersection of E. Maryland Avenue and McKnight Road,
to the intersection of Sterling Street and the North line of Hillcrest Devel-
opment Property; construction of streets, watermain and necessary appurten-
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ances on Sterling Street from the terminus of Sterling Street to the North
line of Hillcrest Development Property; construction of watermain, services,
and necessary appurtenances on McKnight Road from Larpenteur Avenue to North
right of way of the Chicago and Northwestern Railroad Tracks, and order the
same to be made.
2. The City Engineer is designated engineer for this improvement and is
hereby directed to prepare final plans and specificiations for the making of
said improvement.
3. This improvement is hereby designated to be Maplewood Project No. 78 -19.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the aforesaid is contingent on the developer,
Hillcrest Development Company agreeing to pay the proportionate share of the project
cost associated with the Hillcrest Development site under the terms of a Develop-
ment Agreement.
Seconded by Councilman Nelson. Ayes all.
4. Gervais Avenue, Kennard to White Bear Avenue Improvements - 7:45 P.M.
a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the con-
struction of street storm sewer and watermain on Gervais Avenue from White Bear
Avenue Westward to Kennard Street. The Clerk noted the dates of publication of
the hearing notice.
b. Manager Evans presented the staff report.
c. Director of Public Works Bittner, presented the specifics of the improvement.
d. Mayor Greavu called for proponents. None were heard.
e. Mayor Greavu called for opponents. The following were heard:
David Hultgren, Trustee for Victory in Christ Church, 1733 Gervais Avenue
Barbara Fenton, 1725 Gervais Avenue.
f. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing.
g. Councilman Anderson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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WHEREAS, after due notice of public hearing on the upgrading and relocation
of Gervais Avenue between Kennard Street and White Bear Avenue, including the in-
stallation of watermains, streets, curb and gutter, and storm sewers and all nec-
essary appurtenances, a hearing on said improvement in accordance with the notice
duly given was duly held on Thursday, September 6, 1979, and the Council has heard
all persons desiring to be heard on the matter and has fully considered the same;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA,
as follows:
1. That it is advisable, expedient, and necessary that the City of Maplewood
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upgrade and relocated Gervais Avenue between Kennard Street and White Bear
Avenue, including the installation of watermains, streets, curb and gutter,
and storm sewers and all necessary appurtenances as described in the notice
of hearing thereon, and orders the same to be made.
2. The City Engineer is designated engineer for this improvement.
3. This improvement is hereby designated to be Maplewood Project No. 77 -9.
Seconded by Councilman Wiegert. Ayes - all.
5. Gervais Avenue, Highway 61 to English Street
a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the construct-
ion of street and storm sewer on Gervais Avenue from Trunk Highway 61 eastward to
English Street, English Street from T.H. 36 Northward to Gervais and T.H. 36
North Service Road from English Street Westward to Atlantic Street. The Clerk
noted the dates of publication of the hearing notice.
b. Manager Evans presented the staff report.
c. Chairman Les Axdahl presented the Planning Commission report.
d. Mr. James Orr, Schoell and Madson, Consulting Engineers, presented the specif-
ics of the proposal.
e. Mayor Greavu called for proponents. None were heard.
f. Mayor Greavu called for opponents. None were heard.
g. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing.
h. Councilman Anderson introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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WHEREAS; after due notice of public hearing on the construction of street and
storm sewer and all necessary appurtenances on Gervais Avenue from T.H. 61 eastward
to English Street, English Street from T.H. 36 Northward to Gervais and T.H. 36 North
Service Road from English Street Westward to Atlantic Street, a hearing on said
improvement in accordance with the notice duly given was duly held on September.6,
1979, and the Council has heard all persons desiring to be heard on the matter, and
has fully considered the same;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, as follows:
1. That it is advisable, expedient, and necessary that the City of Maplewood
construct said improvements as described in the notice of hearing thereon, and
orders the same to be made.
2. The City Engineer is designated engineer for this improvement and is hereby
directed to prepare final plans and specifications for the making of said improve-
ment.
3. This improvement is hereby designated to be Maplewood Project No. 78 -1.
Seconded by Councilman Wiegert. Ayes - all.
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Mayor Greavu recessed the meeting to convene as the Maplewood Board of Appeals and
Adjustments at 10:48 P.M.
Mayor Greavu reconvened the meeting at 11:03 P.M.
G. AWARD OF BIDS
None.
H. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Bond Issue - Fire Station and Public Works Facility
a. Manager Evans presented the staff report with the recommendation that Council
resolve to place the bond issue in the amount of $680,000 for the construction of
the Fire Station and Public Works Facility on the November ballot.
b. Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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RESOLUTION CALLING FOR AN ELECTION
ON BONDS OF 1979
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as follows:
1. This Council has investigated the facts and does hereby find, determine and
declare that it is necessary and expedient to build a fire station and public works
facility at Lower Afton Road and Londin Lane.
2. The proposition of authorizing the issuance of $680,000.00 Bonds for said
purpose shall be submitted to the qualified electors of the City at a special election
to be held on Tuesday, November 6, 1979. Said election shall be held between the
hours of 7:00 o'clock A.M. and 8:00 o'clock P.M. The polling places shall be in the
City of Maplewood, Minnesota.
3. The Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to post and publish according to
law a Notice of Election, and to prepare ballots for use at said election, which
notice and ballot shall be in substantially the following form:
NOTICE OF
SPECIAL ELECTION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special election will be held in and for the City
of Maplewood, Ramsey County, Minnesota, on November 6, 1979 between the hours of
7:00 o'clock A.M. and 8:00 o'clock P.M. at which time the following question will be
submitted:
"Shall the City of Maplewood be authorized to issue its negotiable coupon general
obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $680,000.00 to defray the expense of
the acquisition and betterment of a fire station and public works facility ".
The polling places for said election will be:
Precinct No. 1 - City of Maplewood
St. Jeromes School - 380 E. Roselawn Avenue
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Precinct No. 2 - City of Maplewood
Edgerton School - 1929 Edgerton Street
Precinct No. 3 - City of Maplewood
City Hall - 1380 Frost Avenue
Precinct No. 4 - City of Maplewood
Gladstone School - Forst and Manton
Precinct No. 5 - City of Maplewood
Hazelwood School - 2696 Hazelwood Avenue
Precinct No. 6 - City of Maplewood
Harmony School - 1961 E. County Road C
Precinct No. 6A - City of Maplewood
Harmony School - 1961 E. County Road C
Precinct No. 7 - City of Maplewood
Ramsey County Home - 2000 White Bear Avenue
Precinct No. 8 - City of Maplewood
Maplewood Jra High - 1896 Lakewood
Precinct No. 9 - City of Maplewood
Beaver Lake School - 1060 Sterling
Precinct No. 10 - City of Maplewood
East County Line Fire Department - 1177 N. Century
Precinct No. 11 - City of Maplewood
Carver School - 2680 Upper Afton Road
Precinct No. 12 — City of Maplewood
Parkside Fire Department - 2001 McMenemy Road
at which places all of the qualified electors of the City of Maplewood may cast
their ballots.
BY ORDER OF THE CITY COU14CIL
CITY OF MAPLEWOOD
By /s/ Lucille E. Aurelius
Lucille Aurelius, City Clerk
OFFICIAL
SPECIAL ELECTION BALLOT
CITY OF MAPLEWOOD
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
YES
* * * ** "Shall the City of Maplewood be authorized to issue its negotiable coupon
* * general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $680,000.00 to defray
* * * ** the expense of the acquisition and betterment of a fire station and public
works facility ".
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NO
INSTRUCTION TO VOTERS:
If you wish to vote in favor of the above proposition, mark a cross (x) in the
square below the word "YES ". If you wish to vote against the above proposition,
mark a cross (x) in the square below the word "NO ".
4. The following persons are appointed judges for said election:
Precinct No. 1
Eleanor Mathews, Chairman
Lorraine Schneider
Marlys Hartmann
Precinct No. 2
Pat Thompson, Chairman
Evelyn Axdahl
Kathleen Dittel
Precinct No. 3
Jeanne Schadt, Chairman
Barb Leiter
Doris Broady
Precinct No. 4
Caroline Warner, Chairman
Marjory Tooley
Joyce Lipinski
Precinct No. 5
Jeanne Hafner, Chairman
Sibbie Sandquist
Emma Kelbe
Precinct No. 6 & 6A
Wyman Hageman, Chairman
Phyllis Erickson
Elsie Wiegert
Precinct No. 7
Margaret Wolszon, Chairman
Rita Frederickson
Myrtle Malm
Precinct No. 8
Jean Myers, Chairman
Audrey Ellis
Lorraine Fischer
Precinct No. 9
Ida Szczepanski, Chairman
Mary Johnson
June Munkholm
Precinct No. 10
Anne Fosburgh, Chairman
Mary Lou Lieder
Lucille Chanaes
Precinct No. 11
Delores Lofgren, Chairman
Maxine Olson
Sara Oleson
Precinct No. 12
Mary Libhardt, Chairman
Delores Fastner
Audrey Duellman
5. Said election shall be held and conducted in accordance with the statutes
of the State of Minnesota applicable, and the Council of the City of Maplewood shall
meet as required by law for the purpose of canvassing said election and declaring
the results thereof.
Seconded by Councilman Nelson. Ayes - all.
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Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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RESOLUTION CALLING FOR AN
ELECTION ON BOND OF 1979
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota as follows:
1. This Council has investigated the facts and does hereby find, determine and
declare that it is necessary and expedient to build a fire station at Lower Afton and
Londin Lane for the City.
2. The proposition of authorizing the issuance of $570,000.00 Bonds for said
purpose shall be submitted to the qualified electors of the City at a special election
to be held on Tuesday, November, 6, 1979. Said election shall be held between the
hours of 7:00 o'clock A.M. and 8:00 o'clock P.M. The polling places shall be in the
City of Maplewood, Minnesota.
3. The Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to post and publish according
to law a Notice of Election, and to prepare ballots for use at said election, which
notice and ballot shall be in substantially the following form:
NOTICE OF
SPECIAL ELECTION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special election will be held in and for the City
of Maplewood, Ramsey County, Minnesota, on November 6, 1979 between the hours of 7:00
o'clock A.M. and 8:00 o'clock P.M. at which time the following question will be
submitted:
"Shall the City of Maplewood be auhtorized to issue its negotiable coupon
general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $570,000.00 to defray
the expense of the acquisition and betterment of a fire station at Lower Afton
and Londin Lane ".
The polling places for said election will be as follows:
Precinct No. 1 - City of Maplewood
St. Jeromes School - 380 E. Rod'elawn Avenue
Precinct No. 2 - City of Maplewood
Edgerton School - 1929 Edgerton Street
Precinct No. 3 - City of Maplewood
City Hall - 1380 Frost Avenue
Precinct No. 4 - City of Maplewood
Gladstone School - Frost and Manton
Precinct No. 5 - City of Maplewood
Hazelwood School - 2696 Hazelwood Avenue
Precinct No. 6 - City of Maplewood
Harmony School - 1961 E. County Road C
Precinct No. 6A - City of Maplewood
Harmony School - 1961 E. County Road C
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Precinct No. 7 - City of Maplewood
Ramsey County Home - 2000 White Bear Avenue
Precinct No. 8 - City of Maplewood
Maplewood Jr. High - 1896 Lakewood
Precinct No. 9 - City of Maplewood
Beaver Lake School - 1060 Sterling
Precinct No. 10 - City of Maplewood
East County Line Fire Department - 1177 N. Century
Precinct No. 11 - City of Maplewood
Carver School - 2680 Upper Afton Road
Precinct No. 12 - City of Maplewood
Parkside Fire Department - 2001 McMenemy Road
at which places all of the qualified electors of the City, residing within the pre-
cinct with respect to which the polling place has been established may cast their
ballots.
BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MAPLEWOOD
By: /s/ Lucille E. Aurelius
City Clerk
OFFICIAL
SPECIAL ELECTION BALLOT
.CITY OF MAPLEWOOD
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
YES
* * * ** "Shall the City of Maplewood be authorized to issue its negotiable coupon
* * general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $570,000.00 to defray
* * * ** the expense of the acquisition and betterment of a fire station?
NO
* * * **
* *
* * * **
INSTRUCTION TO VOTERS:
If you wish to vote in favor of the above proposition, mark a cross (x) in the
square below the word "YES ". If you wish to vote against the above proposition,
mark a cross (x) in the square below the word "NO ".
4. The following persons are appointed judges for said election:
Precinct No. 1
Eleanor Mathews, Chairman
Lorraine Schneider
Marlys Hartmann
Precinct No. 7
Margaret Wolszon, Chairman
Rita Frederickson
Myrtle Malm
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Precinct No. 2
Pat Thompson, Chairman
Evelyn Axdahl
Kathleen Dittel
Precinct No. 8
Jean Myers, Chairman
Audrey Ellis
Lorraine Fischer
- Precinct No. 3
Precinct No. 9
Jeanne Schadt, Chairman
Ida Szczepanski, Chairman
Barb Leiter
Mary Johnson
Doris Broady
June Munkholm
Precinct No. 4
Precinct No. 10
Caroline Warner, Chairman
Anne Fosburgh, Chairman
Marjory Tooley
Mary Lou Lieder
Joyce Lipinski
Lucille Cahanes
Precinct No. 5
Precinct No. 11
Jeanne Hafner, Chairman
Delores Lofgren, Chairman
Sibbie Sandquist
Maxine Olson
Emma Klebe
Sara Oleson
Precinct No. 6 & 6A
Precinct No. 12
Wyman Hageman, Chairman
Mary Libhardt, Chairman
Phyllis Erickson
DeLoris Fastner
Elsie Wiegert
Audrey Duellman
5. Said election shall be held and
conducted in accordance with the statutes
of the State of Minnesota applicable, and the Council of the City of Maplewood shall
meet as required by law for the purpose
of canvassing said election and declaring the
results thereof.
Seconded by Councilman Nelson.
2. County Ditch 17 - Mottaz
Ayes - all.
a. Mayor Greavu commented that the fill he had heard about from the Ramsey County
Home will not be available until the contractor finds out how much fill he will
need for the new Ramsey County Home.
b. Mr. Kent Rudeen, attorney for Mr. Cliff Mottaz, spoke on behalf of his
client's request.
c. Councilman Anderson moved to table this item until such time as it is deter-
mined if fill will be available from the County.
Seconded by Councilman Wiegert.
Ayes - all.
Councilman Wiegert moved to suspend the Rules of Procedures and to continue the
Agenda.
Seconded by Councilman Murdock.
I. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
Ayes - all.
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None.
J. NEW BUSINESS
1. Presentation of 1980 Budget
a. Manager Evans presented the 1980 Budget and suggested a 'shirt sleeve session"
be held and that the public hearing for adoption of the Budget should be held
October 4, 1979 at 7:00 P.M.
b. Councilman Wiegert moved to establish October 4
at 7:00 P.M. as the
Seconded by Councilman Anderson. Ayes - all.
c. Councilman Wiegert moved to establish September 17, 1979 at 7:30 P.M. in
the Council Chambers as the date to hold a 'shirt sleeve' session to discuss the
proposed 1980 Budget.
Seconded by Mayor Greavu.
Ayes - all.
2. Mr. Philip Krinkie - Request for Building Moratorium
a. Mr. Philip Krinkie, 504 So. McKnight Road, requested an interim ordinance be
adopted that would place a moratorium on building on the area between Mailand
Road and Linwood Avenue.
b. Councilman Wiegert moved to refer this matter to the Planning Commission.
Seconded by Councilman Anderson. Ayes - all.
3. Paramedics Bill - Application for Cancellation
a. Manager Evans stated Mr. Clarence Houle, 1074 Bellecrest Drive, has requested
cancellation of his paramedic charge.
b. Councilman Wiegert moved to table Mr. Houle's request for more information.
Seconded by Councilman Anderson. Ayes - all.
4. Stop Sign - McKnight Road and County Road D
a. Manager Evans stated he had received a letter from a resident requesting the
removal of stop signs on McKnight Road at County Road D.
b. Discussion was held, but no action taken.
5. No Parking - Kennard Street, Larpenteur Avenue to Maryknoll Avenue
a. Manager Evans stated Presentation Church has requested a change in the parking
restrictions on Kennard Street between Larpenteur and Maryknoll Avenues. It in-
dicates removal of seven (7) existing "no parking" signs as indicated on the map.
Presentation Church is to provide the five (5) new signs and also paint the curb
yellow in the vicinity of the hydrant.
b. Councilman Wiegert introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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WHEREAS, it is deemed advisable and expedient to make change to the existing
parking restrictions on Kennard Street between Larpenteur Avenue and Maryknoll
Avenue; and
WHEREAS, Presentation Church has indicated they will pay for the cost of new
signing;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED as follows:
1. The existing "no parking" restriction on the West side of Kennard
Street between Maryknoll and the entrance to the Presentation Church
is hereby removed.
2. The West side of Kennard Street from the entrance to the
Presentation Church to approximately 130 feet South is designated a
"no parking" zone.
3. The West side at Kennard Street from Larpenteur Avenue to approximately
410 feet North is designated a "no parking during school hours" zone.
Seconded by Councilman Nelson. Ayes - all.
6. Temporary Permit - Maplewood State Bank
a. Manager Evans presented the staff report with the recommendation of approval
of a one year time extension for the temporary bank building on the northeast
corner of Beam and White Bear Avenue.
b. Mr. G. Jack Hillstrom, President of Maplewood State Bank, spoke on behalf of
the request.
c. Councilman Nelson
ary bank building at
Seconded by Councilman Anderson.
the one year time extension for
Ayes - all.
7. Plan Amendment - Londin Lane and Mailand Road - Anderson.
a. Manager Evans presented the staff report recommending approval of the Plan
Amendment from RL to RM as proposed by the Marvin H. Anderson Construction Co.
b. Chairman Les Axdahl presented the following Planning Commission recommendation:
"Commissioner Sherburne moved the Planning Commission recommend that the proposed
Plan Change to Rm - Medium Density Residential be approved based on staff analysis
in their report dated June 27, 1979.
Commissioner Barrett seconded.
c. Councilman Wiegert moved to
commended by the Planning Commi
moved its adoption;
Ayes - all."
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WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council and the Maplewood Planning Commission have
prepared and adopted a Comprehensive Community Plan in compliance with the require-
ments of Section 462.355 of the State Planning Enabling Legislation; and
WHEREAS, said Section 462.355 provides for subsequent amendment of said Com-
prehensive Plan which reflect changed conditions; and
WHEREAS, the Maplewood Planning Commission has conducted the required public
hearing and has given consideration to all evidence and testimony submitted at
such hearing held on July 16, 1979 and has adopted said amendment and forwarded
said amendment to the City Council for certification; and
WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council has reviewed said amendment;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Maplewood City Council hereby adopts
and amends the Comprehensive Plan for Maplewood.
Seconded by Councilman Murdock.
Ayes - all.
Mayor Greavu moved to waive the Rules of Procedures and to extend
the deadline.
Seconded by Councilman Murdock. Ayes - all.
8. Forest Street Improvement Project - Financing
a. Manager Evans stated Ray Nowicki, the developer who petitioned for the project,
has requested to appear before the Council.
Council ordered this project on June 21, 1979. One of the conditions was that,
"3. Said improvements shall be undertaken only upon receipt of cash deposit or
irrevocable letter of credit for those improvements which are either wholly or
partially attributable to the adjacent "Developer" project or projects ".
Staff estimates that the amount of the security agreement to the Developer would
be $972,000. The Developer has indicated that he can not provide this amount.
He, therefore, wishes to discuss the financing with the Council.
b. Mr. Jack Daubney, attorney representing Mr. Nowicki, spoke on behalf of his
clients' request.
c. Councilman Wiegert moved to table this matter for further investigation.
Seconded by Councilman Anderson. Ayes - all.
9. Carsgrove's Meadow Preliminary Plat: Time Extension
a. Manager Evans presented the staff report.
b. Mayor Greavu moved to approve the request of Mr. Ray Nowicki for a 90 day
time extension for the Carsgrove's Meadow Preliminary Plat.
Seconded by Councilman Murdock.
Ayes - all.
10. "No Parking" - Parkway Drive from East Larpenteur Avenue to Highway 61
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a. Manager Evans stated since the upgrading of Parkway Drive, on several
occasions vehicles have parked in the traffic lanes. This causes an extreme
hazard situation.
Staff requests that the City Council request Ramsey County to designate Parkway
Drive between E. Larpenteur Avenue and Highway 61 as a "no parking" zone on both
sides of the street and post it accordingly.
b. Councilman Wiegert introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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WHEREAS, Parkway Drive has been upgraded to four moving traffic lanes between
S.T.H. 61 and E. Larpenteur Avenue; and
WHEREAS, parking of vehicles on the traveled portion of the roadway causes
a hazardous condition;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
on Parkway Drive between S.T.H. 61
the City of Maplewood requests that
roadway "No Parking Anytime ".
Seconded by Mayor Greavu.
11. Budget Transfer - Naturalist
to provide for the safe travel of vehicles
and E. Larpenteur Avenue the City Council of
the County of Ramsey designate and post this
Ayes - all.
a. Manager Evans presented the staff report and the recommendation that the
City Council authorize a budget transfer of $3,410 to the Nature Center budget
for the purpose of funding one Naturalist position for four months.
b. Councilman Anderson moved to approve the budget transfer from Personnel to
Community Services of $3,410 to fund the naturalist position for four months.
Seconded by Councilman Wiegert. Ayes - all.
K. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
1. Ramsey County - Upgrade Frost Avenue
a. Councilman Anderson requested staff contact Ramsey County for the latest
plans on upgrading Frost Avenue.
b. Staff will contact Ramsey County.
2. Open Space
a. Councilman Anderson commented on the possibility of having a referandum on
acquiring property for open space.
b. No action taken.
3. 3M Expansion News Clipping
a. Councilman Wiegert commented on a news clipping stating St. Paul was notified
of the proposed expansion of 3M, but Maplewood was not notified.
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b. Staff will request 3M notify Maplewood of their expansion proposals.
4. Paraphernalia
a. Councilman Wiegert commented on the recent news clipping regarding the sale
of paraphernalia that is used in connection with illegal drugs. He requested
the legislature and courts be asked to give serious consideration to the need to
protect our society from the inroads of drug abuse by every available means.
b. Councilman Wiegert moved to instruct the City Attorney to draft a resolution
and submit it to the Council for approval.
Seconded by Councilman Nelson. Ayes - all.
5. 216 E. Roselawn Avenue
a. Councilman Murdock stated he had received a call from Mr. Don Harvey, 216
E. Roselawn Avenue, regarding a large hole in the street in front of his property.
b. Staff will investigate.
6. Brookview Drive Drainage
a. Mayor Greavu commented on the problems of drainage on Brookview Drive and
Battle Creek area.
L. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
1. Senior Citizen - Deferment
a. Manager Evans stated staff had received a request from Mrs.Ruth Nordwall for
a senior citizen deferment for her Water Improvement 75 -16 assessment.
b. Councilman Wiegert moved to deny the request of Mrs. Ruth Nordwall, 396
Viking Drive for a senior citizen deferment for the Improvement 75 -16 assessment
and referred the matter of notification of Councils action to Councilman Murdoc
Seconded by Mayor Greavu.
M. ADJOURNMENT
1:07 A.M.
Ayes - all.
City Clerk
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