HomeMy WebLinkAbout02.21.80 MINUTES OF MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:30 P.M., Thursday, February 21, 1980
'I Council Chambers, Municipal Building
Meeting No. 80-4
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 7:31 P.M. by Mayor Greavu.
B. ROLL CALL
John C. Greavu, Mayor Present
Norman G. Anderson, Councilman Present
Gary W. Bastian, Councilman Present
Frances L. Juker, Councilperson Present
Earl L. Nelson, Councilman Present
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
None.
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Greavu moved to approve the Agenda as amended:
1. Repair & Maintenance - Vehicles
2. Staff-Council Meeting
3. Rezoning - White Bear Avenue - Frost Avenue to Larpenteur Avenue
4. Council Book
5. Sinking Sewer Lines
Seconded by Councilman Anderson. Ayes - all.
E. CONSENT AGENDA
Council removed Items 4, 8, 9 and 11 from the Consent Agenda to become Items 7 -
8, 9, 10 and 11.
Councilman Anderson moved, seconded by Councilman Nelson, Ayes - all, to approve the
Consent Agenda Items 1 through 7 as recommended.
1. Accounts Payable
Approved the accounts (Part I - Fees, Services and Expenses - Check No. 004009 through
Check No. 004031 - $43,214.64; Check 1Qo. 004647 through Check No. 004830 - $82,261.42:
Part II - Payroll - Check No. 23359 through Check No. 23484 - $49,148.05) in the amount
of $174,624.11.
2. Ordinance - Outlot Definition - Second Reading
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ORDINANCE NO. 481
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING LOT
REQUIREMENTS IN SECTION 1005 OF THE MAPLEWOOD
CODE BY ADDING THERETO SECTION 1005.030.
OUTLOT
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MAPLEWOOD DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Section 1005 of the Maplewood Code is hereby amended by adding thereto
Section 1005.030 and shall read as follows:
1005.030. OUTLOT CONllITI0N5.
(a) No building permit shall be issued for construction upon any lot
designated as an outlot upon any plat except by special use permit.
(b) The Council of the City of Maplewood will not grant a special use
permit for building upon any outlot unless said outlot meets the follow-
ing conditions:
_ (1) It meets the size and frontage requirements provided for in
this code.
(2) It is ready for development and has the requisite public
improvements.
(3) The permitted density under the City Code has not been trans-
ferred to another parcel and is, therefore, sufficient to accommodate
the proposed construction.
(4) .That the outlot is not used for permanent common open space.
(5) That the proposed construction can overcome or accommodate
topographical problems and/or peculiar site characteristics.
Section 2. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after passage
and publication.
ORDINANCE N0. 482
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE
DEFINITION OF OUTLOT IN SECTION 1002.010
OF THE MAPLEWOOD CODE
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MAPLEW00D DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The definition of "OUT-LOTS" in Section 1003.010 of the Maplewood Code
is hereby amended as follows:
OUTLOT is any parcel of land designated as an outlot on any plat in the
City.
Section 2. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force from and after passage
and publication.
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3. State Fire Marshal Inspection Enforcement Training Course
Approve travel and training application to send a representative from the Fire
Marshal's Office to the 120 hour State Fire Marshal Inspection Enforcement Train-
ing at the Woodbury Fire Station May 5 through 23, 1980.
4. Financial Transfers to Close Improvement Projects
Resolution No. 80-2-50
BE IT RESOLVED that the following transfers be made effective December 31, 1979:
PROJECT NOS.
FROM TO
$ 9,546.36 77-10 74-15
2,342.10 77-O1 74-18
10,267.56 77-10 73-13
457.60 78-08 74-18
9,281.37 75-16 76-03
119,744.92 75-16 76-07
5,309.93 73-09 74-11
50.94 78-12 76-04
1,175.00 General Fund 79-02
5,995.43 General Fund 79-OS
5. Interfund Transfers - Engineering and Administrative Charges
Resolution No. 80-2-51
BE IT RESOLVED, that effective December 31, 1979, transfers be made between the
following construction projects-and the General Fund for in-house engineering and
administrative costs:
TRANSFER TO (FROM) GENERAL FUND
PROJECT N0. ENGIlVEERING ADMIIQISTRATIVE TOTAL
75-16 Water System Improvements $ 27,795 $ 1,684 $ 29,479
76-07 Mailand Road 39,625 3,341 42,966
77-07 Maplewood Hts. 9th Addition 2,491 2,332 4,323
77-09 Gervais--Germain to White Bear Ave. 7,077 -0- 7,077
77-10 McKnight Road - Highwood to Linwood 2,410 292 2,702
77-12 Maryland Avenue 40,130 7,070 47,200
77-14 Beara and Lydia Connection 7,440 1,022 8,462
77-16 Ridgewind Addition 398 34 432
78-01 Gervais-East of Hwy. 61 4,052 -0- 4,052
78-03 Rehnberg 1st Addition 143 63 206
78-04 Van Dahl Addition 85 382 467
78-OS Venture Woods Addition 131 120 251
78-09 Water on East Shore Drive 4,950 -0- 4,950
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78-10 Hillwood Drive $ 4,598 $ -0- $ 4,598
78-11 DeMars 10th Addition 687 481 1,168
78-13 Forest Street 10,017 -0- 10,017
78-13 Condor Storm Sewer 1,920 -0- 1,9'20
78-19 Hillcrest llevelopment 7,960 -0- 7,960
78-21 Sandhurst-VanDyke-Hazel 1,280 -0- 1,280
78-24 Beam - West of Hwy. 61 7,599 -0- 7,599
79-O1 Cope Connection 4,913 -0- 4,913
79-02 VanDyke - Near County Road C 1,175 -0- 1,175
79-04 English Street - Near Co. Road C 10,640 -0- 10,640
79-OS Duluth Street Storm Sewer 5,900 -0- 5,900
79-06 1979 Diseased Tree Program -0- 377 377
79-08 Gladstone Park Storm Sewer 2,720 -0- 2,720
79-15 Radatz & Southlawn 2,660 -0- 2,660
79-18 Water Extension - White Bear Ave. 240 1'LO 360
Sub-Total 199,036 17,318 216.354
Crestview Additions Reductions
Approved by Council on 12/20/79 (6,292) (2,517) (8,809)
Totals for 1979 $192,744 $ 14,801 $207,545
6. Engineering Services - IQorth Hazelwood Project
Authorized agreement between the City and W.J. Sutherland and Associates, Inc. for
the design of lighting one soccer field at North Hazelwood Park. The amount is not
to exceed $2,390.00.
7. Designation of Impound Lot and Towing Contractor for 1980
Approved to designate Art's Emergency Towing Service, 2385 English Street and Maplewood
Auto & Transmission Service, 2727 E. Minnehaha Avenue, as towing contractors and im-
pound lots for 1980 with either service being utilized depending on the part of Maple-
wood involved and the time of day. Approved the following proposals:
Art's Emergency Towing Service, 2385 English Street
Towing City of Maplewood Police Vehicles No Charge
Towing of standard size vehicles $ 30.00 per unit
All accidents $ 35.00 per unit
Dollies $ 15.00 per unit
Flatbed service $ 40.00 minimum per unit
Large trucks or heavy equipment $ 55.00 minimum per unit
Winching of vehicles $ 30.00 minimum per unit
Storage rates per day $ 5.00 per unit
All vehicles impounded or towed by the City of Maplewood to Art's Emergency
Towing, Inc. will be secured by a fenced and lighted storage area. All vehicles
will be released twenty-four hours per day, seven days a week. All vehicles will
be released upon proof of ownership to the proper party. All monies will be
..collected by Art's Emergency Towing, Inc.
Art's Emergency Towing, Inc. will take full responsibility for vehicles in their
custody.
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Maplewood Auto & Transmission Service, 2727 E. Minnehaha Avenue
Locked and fueled storage charge $ 3.50 per day, day of tow-in is free
Minimum Tow $25.00
Dolly Tow $15.00 extra
Winch tow $15.00 extra
P. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. Condor Storm Sewer
a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a continuation of the Condor Storm
SeweY Improvement 78-18 public hearing held January 17, 1980.
b. Manager Evans presented the staff report.
c. Mr. Dan Boxrud, Short, Elliott and Henderson, Inc., Consulting Engineer,
explained the specifics of the proposed improvement.
c~. Mayor Greavu called for proponents. None were heard.
e. Mayor Greavu called for opponents. The following were heard:
Mr. Marlin Grant, Marvin H. Anderson Construction Co.
Mr. Keith Ereberg, 2584 Pond Avenue
Mr. Jack Delentheis, Dawn Development
Mr. James Riley, President of Condor Corporation
f. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing.
g. Councilman Nelson moved to table decision on the matter until March 13, 1980
special meeting to allow further investigation into other alternatives.
Seconded by Councilman Anderson. Ayes - all.
2. Street and Alley Vacation - Lot Splits - Sandhurst Avenue - ArMon 7:45 P.M.
- a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding a proposal
to vacate the alley in Block 11, Sabin Addition and the easterly 240 feet of
Sandhurst right of way, west of Birmingham Street. The Clerk stated the hearing
notice was in order and noted the dates of publication.
b. Manager Evans presented the staff report with the following recommendations:
1. Approval of the street and alley vacations on the basis that:
a. The subject alley right-of-way serves no public purpose and is in the
public interest to vacate.
b. Improvement of the Sandhurst right-of-way would be cost prohibitive and
is in the public interest to vacate.
Approval is contingent upon the following:
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a. The City retains a temporary 60 foot easement for the purpose of con-
structing water and sewer utilities.
b. The City retains a permanent 30 foot easement for drainage and utilities,
centered on the existing Sandhurst right-of-way.
2. Approval of the lot split on the basis that:
a. The lots to front on Birmingham meet frontage, area and density require-
ments for the district.
b. The proposed development is consistent with the City's Zoning Ordinance
and Land Use Plan.
- Approval is contingent upon:
a. The abandoned structures on Lots 25 and 26 of Block 11, Sabin's Addition
shall be removed before any building permits are issued.
b. A deed restriction shall be recorded with each parcel making up the westerly
lot stating that, "Only one building permit shall be issued for the area
consisting of Lots 15-24 and the west 30 feet of Lot 25, Block 11 Sabin's
Addition, until this land is replatted. The location of the structure
is to be approved by the City. Any private drive to County Road B shall
be relocated to an interior street after the street is constructed."
c. The owner shall comply with all applicable recommendtions of the Soil
Conservation Service, dated 6-15-78.
c. Commissioner Lorraine Fischer presented the following Planning Commission
recommendation:
"Commissioner Kishel moved that the Planning Commission recommend to the City
Council approval of the street and alley vacation on the basis that:
1. The subject alley right-of-way serves no public purpose and is in the
public interest to vacate.
2. Improvement of the Sandhurst right-of-way would be cost prohibitive and
is in the public interest to vacate.
Approval is contingent upon the following:
1. The City retains a temporary 60 foot easement for the purpose of con-
structing water and sewer utilities.
2. The City retains a permanent 30 foot easement for drainage and utilities,
centered on the existing Sandhurst right-of-way.
Commissioner Barrett seconded. Ayes all."
d. Mayor Greavu called for proponents. None were heard.
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e. Mayor Greavu called for opponents. None were heard.
f. The resident at 2181 Birmingham questioned if this would cost him for assess-
ments. Council stated for this vacation there would be no assessment.
g. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing.
h. Councilman Bastian introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of Minnesota Statutes, Section 412.815,
thereof, the Maplewood City Council, upon petition of a majority of the owners
of the land abutting the street and 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 street and alley located at: alley
located in Block 11, Sabin Addition to Gladstone and street located between
Block 11 and 14, Sabin Addition to Gladstone, to wit:
Sandhurst Avenue
Easterly 240 feet of Sandhurst Avenue Right of Way, west of Birmingham
abutting Lots 23 thru 28, Block 11, Sabin Addition to Gladstone
Lots 1 thru 6, Block 14, Sabin Addition to Gladstone
Alley Vacated:
Abutting Lots 1 thru 28, Block 11, Sabin Addition to Gladstone.
WHEREAS, the Maplewood City Council finds that the vacation of the above
described street and 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 street and alley be and hereby are, vacated, subject to
the following conditions:
1. The City retains a temporary 60 foot easement for the purpose of
construction water and sewer utilities;
2. The City retains a permanent 30 foot easement for drainage and utilities
centered on the existing Sandhurst right-of-way.
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 Mayor Greavu. Ayes - Mayor Greavu; Councilmen Anderson and
Nelson, Councilperson Juker.
Nays - Councilman Bastian.
3. Alley Vacation - West of Birmingham Street - Council - 8:00 P.M.
a. Playor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the proposal
to vacate the alley in Block 14, Gladstone Addition. The Glerk stated the hearing
notice was in order and noted the dates of publication.
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b. Manager Evans presented the staff report with the following recommendation:
Approval of the proposed alley vacation is based on the following findings:
1. The alley vacation would be in the public's best interest;
2. The alley is presently being used for rear yard space by adjacent land
owners;
3. The alley 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.
Approval is subject to a utility easement being retained for maintenance of
of the existing overhead power lines.
c. Commissioner Lorraine Fischer presented the following Planning Commission
recommendation:
"Commissioner Fischer moved the Planning Commission recommend to the City Council
approval of the proposed alley vacation based on the following findings:
1. The alley vacation would be in the public's best interest;
2. The alley is presently being used for rear yard space by adjacent
property owners;
3. The alley 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.
Commissioner Sherburne seconded. Ayes all."
d. Mayor Greavu called for proponents. None were heard.
e. Mayor Greavu called for opponents. None were heard.
f. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing.
g. Councilman Nelson 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 pre-
. ceeded by two (2) weeks published and posted notice, proposes the vacation of the
following described alley located in Block 14, Gladstone Addition to wit:
. The North-South Alley abutting Lots 1 through 30, Block 14, Gladstone
Addition
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 subject to a utility
easement being retained for maintenance of the existing overhead power lines,
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
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upon his transfer records and the same shall be thereafter filed with the Ramsey
County Recorder.
Seconded by Councilman Bastian. Ayes - all.
G. AWARD OF BIDS
None.
H. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
I. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
1. Mr. George Ostrand, 1695 Ames Avenue, St. Paul
a. Mr. George Ostrand requested Council to reconsider their decision and issue
him a special use permit to build a double dwelling on an R-1 zoned lot.
b. Mr. Ostrand was informed that this matter had been referred to the Planning
Commission.
2. Mr. John Kavanagh, 758 E. 4th Street, St. Paul
a. Mr. Kavanagh wished to discuss the previous procedures. that took place in
the negotiations of the City buying his property at Cope and Hazelwood.
b. Mr. Kavanagh was informed that the matter was being handled by City Attorney
- Bannigan.
c. Mayor Greavu wishes to know how much of a grant is the City receiving for
this property.
J. NEW BUSINESS
1. Time Extension: English Manor - Ar-Mon Properties
a. Manager Evans stated the applicant, Ar-Mon Properties, is .requesting a ninety
day extension for their preliminary plat approval. It is recommended approval of
the 90 day extension, subject to the original conditions. Approval is based on
the following findings:
1. Council may be requiring a cash escrow for the developer's portion of the Glad-
- stone storm sewer project, being considered on March 13. This could affect
the financial feasibility of the inglish Manor project.
2. Council has approved time extensions for other plats.
3. There have been no changes, since the preliminary plat was approved, that would
justify denial of the time extension.
b. Mayor Greavu moved to approve the ninety day extension of the Ar-Mon Properties
English Manor preliminary plat subject to the recommendation given in the staff
report. - -
Seconded by Councilman Nelson. Ayes - all.
2. Plan Review Appeal: Sherwin Williams
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a. Councilman Anderson moved to table this item for two weeks.
Seconded by Councilperson Juker Ayes - all.
3. Quad Design Ordinance - First Reading
a. Manager Evans stated Council has recently been concerned with assuring that
there will be some variety in the appearance of quad buildings in large projects,
The proposed ordinance is recommended to accomplish this.
b. The following Planning Commission recommendation was given:
"Board Member Mueller moved that the Board recommend to the City Council approval
of the proposed ordinance relating to design of quad units as outlined in staff's
report dated February l3, 1980 with the amendment to line one of Subsection 6 add
"townhouse" between "all" and "buildings".
Board Member Phillippi seconded. Ayes all."
c. Mayor Greavu moved first reading of an ordinance relating to the design of
quad units.
Seconded by Councilman Bastian. Ayes - all.
4. Consultant Contract
a. Manager Evans presented a contract with Northwest Associated Consultants, Inc.
to complete the updating of the City Comprehensive Plan.
The City previously had a contract with Midwest Planning Research, Inc. This
corporation has recently been dissolved because of-legal and financial problems.
The principals of that Corporation that are working with Maplewood are David
Licht and Tim Erkkila. David Licht has now formed a new corporation called North-
west Associated Consultants, Inc, Tim Erkkila will sub contract with Dave Licht.
The work program in the enclosed contract is identical to the contract with Mid-
- west Planning, Inc. The original contract was for $19,250. The City has paid
Midwest $16,225 and we have an unpaid bill of $1,000. This leaves a balance for
the new contract of $2,025.
b. Councilman Bastian moved to enter into a contract with Northwest Associated
Consultants Inc, to complete the updating of the City's Comprehensive Plan for
the amount of $2,025.00.
Seconded by Councilman Nelson. Ayes - all,
5. Resolution on Intent to Become an Entitlement Area
a. Councilman Bastian introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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WHEREAS, the Justice System Improvement Act (JSIA) reauthorizes and restruct-
ures the Federal assistance program to State and local governments for criminal
justice improvement; and
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WHEREAS, under the JSIA formula grants are authorized to State and local
governments to carry out programs of proven or likely effectiveness in improving
criminal and juvenile justice; and
WHEREAS, larger units of local general government, including combinations,
are eligible to receive a specific portion of Part D monies and to set priorities
for the use of those funds based on their analysis of their crime and criminal
justice problems; and
WHEREAS, jurisdictions eligible and electing to apply for such grants are
termed "entitlements" areas; and
WHEREAS, status as an "entitlement" area under the JSIA means (a) certainty
of receiving a specified portion of the states' total allocation of Part D funds
contingent of submission of an approved application; (b) significant antonomy
over the use of those funds, and (c) responsibility to meet requirements of Federal
and State law and regulations; and
WHEREAS, a combination of local governments qualify as an entitlement area
if it has a total population of 100,000 persons and would receive at a minimum
$50,000 in Part D funds; and
WHEREAS, the City of St. Paul, Ramsey County and any or all of the suburban
municipalities of Ramsey County in combination qualify as an entitlement area; and
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood is conmiitted to coordinated criminal justice
planning efforts to identify problems, to set priorities, and to develop criminal
justice system improvement programs.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, hereby declares
` its intention to combine with the City of St. Paul, Ramsey County and any or all
suburban municipalities of Ramsey County pursuant to the provisions of the JSIA
to become a combination "entitlement" area.
Seconded by Councilman Nelson. Ayes - a11.
6. Carry Over of 1979 Budget Monies to 1980
a. Manager Evans presented the staff report.
b. Councilman Anderson moved to authorize the followine 1979 and 1980 Budget
adjustments to provide for carry over items:
Amount Fund Functions Purpose
1) $ 2,350 General Elections Supplemental financing for the pur-
chase of 2 additional voting
machines.
2) 220 General Emer. Preparedness Office equipment.
3) 11,410 General Emer. Preparedness Warning sirens.
4) 1,000 General Nature Center Display cases, tables, wall units.
5) 3,000 Rev.Sharing Pk. Mtnce. Building security system.
6) 1,500 Rev.Sharing Vehicles & Equip. Weed sprayer.
7) 15,500 Planning Planning Projects Consultant fees to finish Land
Planning Act requirements.
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8) 9,680 Water Surcharge Water Distrib. Telemetry system.
9) 48,900 Sewer Sewer Mtnce. Telemetry system.
10) 6,045 V.E.M. Vehicles & Equip. Installation of flushing equip.
on sewer jetting machine.
$99;605 Total
Seconded by Councilman Nelson. Ayes - all.
7. Carry Over of 1979 Budget Monies to 1980 - Civil Defense
a. Manager Evans presented the staff report.
b. Mayor Greavu moved to authorize the following list of carry-overs from the
1979 Budget to the 1980 Budget as requested by Civil Defense:
- 125.4240 - Clothing and Uniforms $ 2,273.44
125.4480 - Fees for Services 1,037.75
125.4390 - Travel and Training 975.06
Seconded by Councilman Anderson. Ayes - all.
8. Minnesota Municipal Finance Officers Association Annual Conference - Finance Director
a. Councilperson Juker moved to approve. the travel and training application of
_ the Finance Director to attend the Minnesota Municipal Finance Officers' Assoc-
iation Annual Conference at Alexandria, Minnesota, April 16 through 18, 1980.
Seconded by Councilman Bastian. Ayes - all.
9. A.F.S.C.M.E. Contracts
- a. Manager Evans stated the A.F.S.C.M.E. Clerical-Technical and Maintenance
Personnel have voted to accept the City's last offer. He recommended Council
approve the following provisions of the 1980 contract with them:
1. 8.5% increase with a SOfi minimum for 1980.
2. Health and Dental Insurance payments not to exceed $75 per month.
3. 5th week of vacation after 20 years.
4. An additional floating holiday.
5. 19p a mile for use of personal car.
6. $20 annually for purchase of steel toed safety boots.
7. Pay for 30 minutes arrival time, when called out for emergencies at other
than normal reporting time.
8. 1/2 hour unpaid break after 5 consecutive hours of work.
b. Councilman Bastian moved to approve the 1980 contract with A.F.S.C.M.E.
Clerical-Technical and Maintenance Personnel as presented by the Manager.
Seconded by Councilman. Nelson. Ayes - Councilperson Juker, Councilman Ander-
son, Bastian and Nelson.
Nays - Mayor Greavu.
10. H.R.C. Appointment
a. Manager Evans presented the staff report.
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b. Councilman Bastian moved the reappointment of Maria Larson to a three year
term on the H.R.C. and moved to accept Mr. Jim Malley's decline to be reappointed
and send him a letter of appreciation for his services.
Seconded by Councilman Anderson. Ayes - all.
11. Minnesota Recreation and Park Association - St. Cloud - Director and Program
Coordinator
a. Councilman Anderson moved to approve one travel and training application for
one person to attend the Minnesota Recreation and Park Association Conference at
St. Cloud, Minnesota, March 13 and 14. (The City Manager shall designate the one
to attend).
Seconded by Councilman Nelson. Ayes - all.
K. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
1. Repair and Maintenance - Vehicles
a. Councilperson Juker questioned what vehicle repair and maintenance is done
by the City at the Public Works Facility.
b. Staff explained the City's capabilities.
2. Staff - Council Meetings
a. Councilman Anderson stated he felt Council-Staff meetings would be beneficial.
b. Councilman Anderson moved to hold a Staff-Council Meeting March 11, 19II0, at _
' 5:00 P.M. at City Hall,
Seconded by Councilman Bastian. Ayes - all.
3. White Bear Avenue - Frost to Larpenteur - Rezoning
a. Councilman Anderson requested an informational meeting be set up for the
residents of White Bear Avenue to discuss the possibilities of rezoning.
b. No action taken.
4. Council Records
a. Councilman Anderson questioned if anyone was interested in a record book being
kept of how individual Council members vote.
b. No action taken.
5. Sinking Sewer Lines
a. Councilman Anderson expressed his concerns regarding cuts into the street
when sewer and water connections are made and how after awhile the "cuts" create
depressions in the street and constantly need filling,
b. Staff is working on procedures to avoid the depressions.
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L. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
None,
M. ADJOURNMENT
10:50 P.M.
City Clerk
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