HomeMy WebLinkAbout04.25.88 MINUTES OF MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M., Monday, April 25, 1988
Council Chambers, Municipal Building
Meeting No. 88-8
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 7:02 P.M., by Mayor Greavu.
B. ROLL CALL
John C. Greavu, Mayor Present
Norman G. Anderson, Councilmember Present
Gary W, Bastian, Councilmember Present
Frances L. Juker, Councilmember Present
George F. Rossbach, Councilmember Present
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Meeting No. 88-7 (April 11, 1988)
Councilmember Anderson moved to approve the Minutes of Meeting No. 88-7
(April 11, 1988) as submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach. Ayes - all.
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Greavu moved to approve the Agenda as amended:
1. Lydia and Furness
2. Policy Manual
3. Sand
4. Ponding Areas
5. Beam Avenue
6. Bidding Procedures
7. Code Amendment
8. Storage
9. Item E-4 to Read "Time Extension: Highwood 2nd Addition"
10. Add Item E-16 "Community Development Block Grant."
Seconded by Councilmember Juker. Ayes - all.
E. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Bastian moved, seconded by Councilmember Anderson, Ayes - all, to
approve Consent Agenda Items 1 through 9 and 14 through 16 as recommended.
1. Accounts Payable
Approved the accounts (Part I, Fees, Services, Expenses - Dated 4-18-88 -
$573,508.08: Part II, Payroll pay period ending 4-08-88 - $142,682.89)
as presented.
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Z. Budget Transfer
Approved a budget transfer of $544.00 from the contingency account to the
Community Development Department to purchase an additional telephone and
have it installed.
3. Final Plat: Highwood Estates
Approved the Highwood Estates final plat.
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4. Time Extension: Highwood 2nd Addition
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Approved a one-year time extension for the balance of the preliminary plat
(Phase II).
5. Time Extension: Cave's Century 5th Addition
Approved a one-year time extension for Cave's Century 5th Addition preliminary
plat.
6. Joint Resolution of Appreciation
Resolution No. 88 - 4 - 56
WHEREAS, Robert Peterson became a member of the Community Design Review
Board of Maplewood on January 23, 1984, and has served faithfully in that
capacity;
WHEREAS, he has freely given of his time and energy, without compensation,
for the betterment of the City of Maplewood; and
WHEREAS, he has shown sincere dedication to his duties and has consistently
contributed his leadership and effort in many ways for the benefit of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED for and on behalf of the City of
Maplewood, Minnesota, and the citizens of the City, that Robert Peterson is
hereby extended our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for his dedicated
service and we wish him continued success in the future.
Passed by the Council of the
City of Maplewood this 25th
day of April, 1988.
John Greavu, Mayor
Passed by the Community Design
Review Board of the City of
Maplewood, this day of
1988.
Donald Moe, Chairman
Attest:
Lucille E. Aurelius, Clerk
7. Budget Transfer for Insurance Deductible
Approved a budget transfer from the General Fund Contingency Account is
needed to cover settlement of the fireworks damage claims.
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8. Renewal of Contract for Insurance Consultant
Authorized the renewal of the contract for the insurance consultant, Corporate
Risk Managers, Inc.
9. Financial Transfer to Close Project 86-16
Authorization to close Project 86-16 by a transfer from Project 86-12 for
all costs incurred to date.
14. McKnight Road Project 81-20 Supplemental Agreement
Resolution No. 88 - 4 - 57
WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, has heretofore ordered
made Improvement Project 81-20 and has entered into a cooperative agree-
ment with Ramsey County, and
WHEREAS, it is now necessary and expedient that said contract be
modified and designated as Improvement Project 81-20 Supplemental Agree-
. ment One.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA, that the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized and
directed to modify the existing contract by executing said Supplemental
Agreement One.
15. Budget Transfer - Utility Billing System
Approved the budget transfer of $4559.00 from the Sewer Fund Contingency
Account to the Utility Billing Account.
16. Community Development Block Grant Contract
Approved the contract to receive the $252,500 Community Development Block
Grant from the county for the Cottages of Maplewood project on Woodlynn
Avenue. Council approved this project on January 11, 1988, for 60 units
of senior housing.
Councilmember Anderson moved, seconded by Councilmember Juker, Aves - Mayor
Greavu, Councilmembers Anderson, Juker and Rossbach; Nay - Councilmember Bastian,
to approve Consent Agenda items 10 through 13 as presented.
10. Authorization to Fill Vacancy - Nature Center, Part-Time
Authorized the posting of the Clerk-Typist I position for the Maplewood
Nature Center and approve the hiring of a new permanent part-time Clerk-
Typist.
11. Authorization to Fill Vacancy - Dispatcher
Authorized the hiring of a Public Safety Dispatcher.
12. Authorization to Fill Vacancy - Police Clerk - Part Time
Authorized the hiring of a part-time police clerk for the Public Safety
Department.
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13. Authorization to Fill Vacancy - Motor Vehicle Billing Clerk.
Authorized the hiring of a Motor Vehicle-Utility Billing Clerk.
F. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 7:00 P.M., Harvester Avenue Storm Sewer, Project 87-31
a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the
proposal to construct a storm sewer system within the Harvester drainage area.
b. Manager McGuire presented the Staff report.
c. City Attorney Patrick Kelly explained the legal procedures of the public
hearing.
d. Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the proposal.
e. Mayor Greavu called for persons who wished to be heard for or against the
proposal. The following voiced their opinions:
Barbara Wood, 2567 Harvester
Bernard Kennedy, 2532 Stillwater Road
Pete Feist, 950 Ferndale
Lloyd Fontaine, 2585 Harvester
Mr. Fye, 973 Glendon
Kay Emeott-Baldwin, 2550 Stillwater
Jay Kaufenberg, 2541 Harvester
Ruth Boray, 2531 Harvester
Gerald Meis, 2551 Harvester
Joe White, 932 Sterling
Gerry Peterson, White Bear Lake, Mn.
Stuart Ward, 2567 Harvester
Francis Snavely., 190b Sterling
Kathy Juenemann,
f. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing.
g. Councilmember Bastian moved to deny the project.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach. Ayes - alL
2. 7:10 P.M., Meyer Street Watermain, Project 87-13
a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the
proposal to extend water main on Meyer Street between Bush and Minnehaha
Avenue.
b. Manager McGuire presented the Staff report.
c. City Attorney Kelly explained the legal procedures of the public hearing.
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d. Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the proposal.
e. Mayor Greavu called for persons who wished to be heard for or against the
proposal. The following persons expressed their opinions:
Mrs. Norman Whall, 762 Meyer
Mrs. Rose Hellige, 2405 E. Minnehaha
Dona Young, 777 Meyer
Jim Baldwin, 765 Meyer
Joseph Whall, 762 Meyer
Richard Settig, 739 Meyer
f. Mayor Greavu closed the public eharing.
g. Councilmember Anderson introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption•
88-4-58
WHEREAS, after due notice of public hearing on the construction of
water main and services on Meyer Street between Bush Avenue and Minnehaha
Avenue, a hearing on said improvement in accordance with the notice duly
given was duly held on April 25, 1988, and the Council has heard all per-
sons 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 water main and services on Meyer Street
between Bush Avenue and Minnehaha Avenue as 'described in the
notice of hearing thereof, 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 specifica-
tions for the making of said improvement.
Seconded by Mayor Greavu. Ayes - Mayor Greavu, Councilmembers
Anderson, Bastian and Juker
Nay - Councilmember Rossbach
3. 7:20 P.M., Highway 61 Watermain, Project 87-44
a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the
proposal to construct water main and services on Highway 61 between Kohl-
man and Beam Avenues. '
b. Manager McGuire presented the Staff report.
c. City Attorney Kelly explained the legal procedures of the public
hearing.
d. Director of Public Works Haider presented the specifics of the
proposal.
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e. Mayor Greavu called for persons for or against the proposal. The ~•Qllowing
expressed their views:
Leo Pritchard, Metro Imported Auto
John Cytracek, 2720 Highway 61
f. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing.
g. Councilmember Anderson introduced the following resolution and moved its
I adoption•
88-4-59
WHEREAS, after due notice of public hearing on the construction of
water main and services on Highway 61 between Kohlman Avenue and Beam
Avenue, a hearing on said improvement in accordance with the notice duly
given was duly held on April 25, 1988, 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 water main and services on Highway 61 between
Kohlman Avenue and Beam Avenue as described in the notice of
hearing thereof, 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 specifications
for the making of said improvement.
Seconded by Councilmember Juker. Ayes - all.
4. 7:30 P.M., County Road C, White Bear Avenue to Aprel Street - Project 86-25
a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the
proposal to construct water main and services, sanitary sewer and services,
storm sewer, sidewalk and street with concrete curb and gutter on County
Road C from White Bear Avenue to Arrel Street.
b. Manager McGuire presented the Staff report.
c. City Attorney Kelly explained the legal procedures for a public hearing.
d. Director of Public Works Haider presented the Staff report.
e. Mayor Greavu call for persons who wished to be heard for or against the
proposal. The following expressed their views:
Nancy Gastian, St, Paul, Mn.
Mrs. Carpenteur, 2607 Arrel
Linda LaPitz, 2005 E. County Road C
Delores Ethier, White Bear lake, Mn.
Curtis Hardenbrook, 1954 E. County Road C
Mrs. Curtis Hardenbrook, 1954 E. County Road C
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f. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing.-
g. Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
88-4-60
WHEREAS, after due notice of public hearing on the construction
of water main and services, sanitary sewer and services, storm sewer,
sidewalk, and street with concrete curb and gutter on County Road C
from White Bear Avenue to Ariel Street, a hearing on said improvement
in accordance with the notice duly given was duly held on April 25, 1988,
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 water main and services, sani-
tary sewer and services, storm sewer, sidewalk, and street
with concrete curb and gutter on County Road C from White
Bear Avenue to Arrel Street as described in the notice of
hearing thereof, and orders the same to be made.
2. Execution of the cooperative agreement prepared by Ramsey
County is hereby authorized.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach. Ayes - all.
5. 7:40 P.M., Conditional Use Permit, 1686 Gervais Meader Distributing
a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public Hearing regarding the
request of Meader Distributing for a conditional use permit to construct
a building addition onto the south side of their building at 1686 Gervais
Avenue.
b. Manager McGuire presented the Staff report.
c. Director of Community Development Olson explained the proposal in
detail.
d. Commissioner Fischer presented the Planning Commission recommendation.
e. Board Member Deans presented the Community Design Review Board recommen-
dation.
f. Mayor Greavu called for persons who wished to be heard for or against
the proposal. The following were heard:
Bruce Jones, Jones Architect, spoke on behalf of Meader Distributing.
g. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing.
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h. Councilmember Anderson moved to refer the question of possible screen-
ing to the Community Design Review Board.
Seconded by Councilmember Juker. Ayes - all.
i. .Councilmember Anderson introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption•
88-4-61
WHEREAS, Gene and Elaine Meader initiated a conditional use permit to
construct an addition onto their building at the following-described property:
Vacated street and alley accruing and Lots 1 - 24, Brighton Park.
This property is also known as 1686 Gervais Avenue, Maplewood;
` WHEREAS, the procedural history of this conditional use permit is as
follows:
1. This conditional use permit was reviewed by the Maplewood Planning
Commission on April 18, 1988. The Planning Commission recommended
to the City Council that said permit be approved.
2. The Maplewood City Council held a public hearing on April 25, 1988.
Notice thereof was published and mailed pursuant to law. All persons
present at said hering were given an opportunity to be heard and pre-
sent written statements. The Council also considered reports and
recommendations of the City Staff and Planning Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL that the above-
. described conditional use permit be approved on the basis of the following
findings-of-fact:
1. The use is in conformity with the City's comprehensive plan and
with the purpose and standards of this chapter.
2. The establishment or maintenance of the use would not be detri-
mental to the public health, safety or general welfare.
3. The use would be located, designed, maintained and operated to
be compatible with the character of that zoning district.
4. The use would not depreciate property values.
5. The use would not be hazardous, detrimental or disturbing to
present and potential surrounding land uses, due to the noises,
glare, smoke, dust, odor, fumes, water pollution, water run-off,
vibration, general unsightliness, electrical interference or
other nuisances.
6. The use would generate only minimal vehicular traffic on local
streets and shall not create traffic congestion, unsafe access or
parking needs that will cause undue burden to the area properties.
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7. The use would be serviced by essential public services, such as
streets, police, fire protection, utilities, schools and parks.
8. The use would not create excessive additional requirements at
public cost for public facilities and services; and would not
be detrimental to the welfare of the City.
9. The use would preserve and incorporate the site's natural and
scenic features into the development design.
10. The use would cause minimal adverse environmental effects.
Approval is subject to the following conditions:
1. Adherence to the site plan, date-stamped March 25, 1988, unless a
change is approved by the City's Community Design Review Board.
2. Keeping the yard on the south side of the building mowed to the
south property line.
Seconded by Councilmember Juker. Ayes - all.
6. 7:50 P.M., On-Sale Liquor License: 2425 Highway 61
a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the
request of Gregory P. Kuhns for an On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License to
be located at 2425 Highway 61.
b. Manager McGuire presented the Staff report.
c. Mr. Greg Kuhns, the applicant, spoke on behalf, of his request.
d. Mayor Greavu called for persons who wished to be heard for or against
the proposal. None were heard.
e. Councilmember Rossbach introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption•
88-4-62
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that pursuant to action by the City Council
of the City of Maplewood, on April 25, 1988, an On-Sale Intoxicating
Liquor License was approved for Gregory P. Kuhns, dba Smiley's D.G.
Burgers, 2425 Highway 61.
The Council proceeded in this matter as outlined under the provisions
of the City Ordinance.
Seconded by Mayor Greavu. Ayes - all.
G. AWARD OF BIDS
None.
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H. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Code Amendment: Residential Uses/Home Occupations (2nd Reading - 4 Votes)
a. Manager !I'1cGuire presented the Staff report.
b. Director of Community Development Olson explained the proposed ordinance.
c. Mrs. Francis Snavely, 1900 No. Sterling, spoke on behalf of her proposal
for a home occupation.
d. Councilmember Juker moved to table the proposed ordinance for further
investigation.
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all.
2. Ski Jump Pond
a. Councilmember Bastian moved to table this item until the Meeting of MaY
23, 1988.
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all.
I. NEW BUSINESS
1. Code Amendment: Gervais lake High Water Speed Limits (1st Reading)
a. Manager McGuire presented the Staff report.
b. Councilmember Bastian moved to table this matter until further dis-
cussions with Little Canada are held..
Seconded by Councilmember Juker. Ayes - Councilmembers Bastian,
Juker and Rossbach.
Nays - Mayor Greavu, Councilmember
Anderson.
2. Code Amendment: Setback to Residential Zones (1st Reading)
a. Manager McGuire presented the Staff report.
b. Director of Community Development Olson explained the proposal in detail.
c. Commissioner Lorraine Fischer presented the Planning Commission recom-
mendation.
d. Councilmember Anderson moved first reading of an ordinance proposing an
amendment to each commercial and industrial district to allow a building
addition to encroach into a required setback by conditional use permit.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach. Ayes - Mayor Greavu, Councilmembers
Anderson, Juker & Rossbach
Nay - Councilmember Bastian.
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3. Carey Heights Drive: Order Feasibility Study
a. Manager McGuire presented the Staff report.
b. Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
88-4-63
WHEREAS, it is proposed to construct street, concrete curb and gutter,
and utilities on Carey Heights Drive from County Road D to approximately
1500 feet south and to assess the benefited property for all or a portion
of the cost of the improvement, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter
429,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA:
` That the proposed improvement be referred to the City Engineer for
study and that he is instructed to report to the Council with all con-
venient speed advising the Council in a preliminary way as to whether
the proposed improvement is feasible and as to whether it should best be
made as proposed or in connection with some other improvement, and the
estimated cost of the improvement as recommended.
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all.
c. Mr. Jerry Mogren, owner of property in this area, requested that Beam
Avenue be added to this proposal.
d. Mayor Greavu moved to .add the Beam Avenue discussion to the Agenda as
Item I-9.
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all.
4. Brooks Avenue Watermain - Order Feasibility Study
a. Manager McGuire presented the Staff report.
b. Councilmember Anderson introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption•
88-4-64
WHEREAS, it is proposed to construct water main and services on
Brooks Avenue between Hazelwood Avenue and Germain Street and to assess
the benefited property for all or a portion of the cost of the improve-
. ment, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 429,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA:
That the proposed improvement be referred to the City Engineer for
study and that he is instructed to report to the Council will all con-
venient speed advising the Council in a preliminary way as to whether the
proposed improvement is feasible aand as to whether it should best be
made as proposed or in connection with some other improvement, and the
estimated cost of the improvement as recommended.
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Seconded by Councilmember Juker. Ayes - Mayor Greavu, Councilmembers
Anderson, Juker and Rossbach
Nay - Councilmember Bastian
5. Holloway Project 87-14 - Schedule Public Hearing
a. Manager McGuire presented the Staff report.
b. Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
88-4-65
WHEREAS, the City Engineer for the City of Maplewood has been
authorized and directed to prepare a report with reference to the im-
provement of Holloway Avenue, Beebe Road to McKnight Road, City Project
87-14 by construction of street with concrete curb and gutter, storm sewer
and water main, and
WHEREAS, the said City Engineer has prepared the aforesaid report for
the improvement herein described:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD,
MINNESOTA, as follows:
1. The report of the City Engineer advising this Council that
the proposed improvement on Holloway Avenue, Beebe Road to
McKnight Road, City Project 87-14 by construction of street
with concrete curb and gutter, storm sewer and water main is
feasible and should best be made as proposed, is hereby re-
ceived.
2. The Council will consider the aforesaid improvement in accor-
dance with the reports and the assessment of benefited property
for all or a portion of the cost of the improvement according
to MSA Chapter 429, at an estimated total cost of the improve-
ment of $139,600.
3. A public hearing will be held in the Council Chambers of the
City Hall at 1830 East County Road B on Monday, the 23rd day
of May, 1988, at 7:20 P.M. to consider said improvement. The
City Clerk shall give mailed and published notice of said hear-
ing and improvement as required by law..
Seconded by Councilmember Juker. Ayes - Mayor Greavu, Councilmembers
Anderson, Juker and Rossbach
Nay - Councilmember Bastian.
6. Contract Settlement - A.F.S.C.M.E.
a. Manager McGuire presented the Staff report.
b. Councilmember Bastian moved to approve the 1988 - 1989 Contract settle-
ment with A.F.S.C.M.E. as presented in the Manager's memo dated April 18
1988.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach. Ayes - all.
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7. Contract Settlement-Metro Supervisors
a. Manager McGuire presented the Staff report.
b. Councilmember Bastian moved to approve the 1988-1989 Contract settlement with the
Metro Supervisorv Unit as presented in the Mana¢er's memo dated April 18 1988
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes -all.
8. Ariel Street -County Road B to Cope.
a. Manager McGuire presented the Staff report.
Councilmember Anderson moved to waive the Rules of Procedures and extend the meeting until 11.00
P.M.
Seconded by Mayor Greavu. Ayes -all.
b. Mayor Greavu moved to authorize Staff to execute the Ariel Street Improvement cost
sharine ioint aereement with No St Paul and moved Staff to make final adjustments to the
agreementlanguaee
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes -all.
9. Beam Avenue
a. Councilmember Anderson introduced the followine resolution and moved its adoption•
88-4-66
WHEREAS, it is proposed to construct Beam Avenue from U.S. Trunk Highway 61 to
County Road "D" with new roadway, curb, utilities, and appurtenances and to assess the
benefited property for all or a portion of the cost of the improvement, pursuant to Minnesota
Statutes, Chapter 429,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF
MAPLEWOOD ,MINNESOTA:
That the proposed improvement be referred to the City Engineer for study and that he is
instructed to report to the Council with all convenient speed advising the council in a
preliminary way as to whether the proposed improvement is feasible and as to whether it
should best be made as proposed or in connection with some other improvement, and the
estimated cost of the improvement as recommended.
Seconded by Mayor Greavu. Ayes -all.
b. Mr. Jerry Mogren, owner of property affected, spoke on behalf of his request.
c. Councilmember Anderson moved to extend a service road to the west with same
conditions that were listed in reports of 1986
Seconded by Councilmember Juker. Ayes -all.
d. Councilmember Bastian moved to reconsider the previous motion
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes -all.
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Councilmember Bastian moved to waive the Rules of Procedures and extend the meeting to 11:20 P.M.
Motion died for lack of a second.
Councilmember Anderson moved to waive the Rules of Procedures and extend the meeting to 11:30 P.M.
Seconded by Councilmember Juker. Ayes -Mayor Greavu, Councihnembers
Anderson, Juker and Rossbach
Nay - Councilmember Basitan.
£ Mayor Greavu moved to hold a special meeting Thursda
~}_Apri128, 1988, at 5:30 P.M.,
to discuss the Beam Avenue Proposal.
Seconded by Councilmember Bastian. Ayes -all.
J. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
1. Harry Zacho, 4356 Cottage Park Road, White Bear Lake, Minnesota
a. Mr. Zacho and his son, Gene Zacho, reviewed the problems they have experienced with
the construction of Beaver Lake Drainage hmprovement.
b. Council directed the Manager to put Mr. Zacho on the next agenda.
2. Paul Lazson, 2251 Valley View Place, St. Paul, Minnesota
a. Mr. Paul Larson, representing the Capital City Seventh Day Advantists School, presented
a list of objections against the Boxwood Avenue Improvement.
K. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
1. Lydia and Furness
a. Councilmember Bastian stated the sod at Lydia and Furness was to be replaced after this
construction. When will this be?
b. Staff stated the sod would be replaced as soon as it warms up.
2. Policy Manual
a. Councilmember Bastian questioned how the policy manual is progressing.
b. Staff stated it is being worked on.
3. Sand
a. Not discussed.
4. Ponding areas
a. Councilmember Anderson reviewed several ponding areas and their problems:
1. Pond on 11~' Street in North St. Paul is filled with dirt
2. County Road B
3. Across from Anchor Block
4. Stillwater Avenue -John property
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5. Bidding Procedures
a. Not discussed.
6. Code Amendment
a. Mayor Greavu moved to initiate a code amendment to allow Staff to approve
the issuance of building permits to undersized lots.
Seconded by Councilmember Bastian. Ayes - all.
7. Storage
a. Councilmember Juker stated the present City hall does not have adequate
storage facilities. The tapes of the Council meetings from previous years
have been placed in storage at the public works building and are inaccessible.
" b. Councilmember Juker moved to place the storage item in a future Agenda.
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - Mayor Greavu, Councilmembers
Anderson and Juker
Nay - Councilmembers Bastian and Rossbach
L. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
None.
M. ADJOURNMENT
11:30 P.M.
City Clerk
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