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MINUTES OF MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL
7:00 P.M., Monday, September 11, 1989
and
4:30 P.M., Thursday, September 14, 1989
Council Chambers, Municipal Building
Meeting No. 89-20
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
None
D. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Greavu moved to aoarove the Agenda as amended:
1. Woodlynn
2. Property for Sale - White Bear Avenue - West of City Hall
3. Hennen Property
4. Review Public Hearing Schedule
5. Settle Lepsche Appeal Project 86-3
6. Item F4 - Removed from Agenda
Seconded by Councilmember Bastian. Ayes - all.
E-A PRESENTATION
1. East Community Services
a. Kathy Jefferson, East Community Services Bureau made a presentation
explaining the services provided to the community. She commended Maplewood
for participating in this organization.
b. Jerri Mahre, East Community Service Bureau, explained the restitution
program and how well it has been working.
c. Mayor Leo Hudalla of Oakdale stated he serves on the Board for East
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Community Service and was impressed with the services.
E. CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Anderson moved, seconded by Mayor Greavu. Ayes - all, to approve the
Consent Agenda Items E1 through 7 as recommended:
1. Approval of Claims
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE:
$ 371,003.357 Checks #4725 - #4780
Dated 08-18-89 through 08-31-89
$ 187.709.92 Checks #1939 - #2043
Dated 09-11-89
$ 558,713.27 Total per attached voucher/check register
PAYROLL•
$ 168,388.20 Payroll Checks ~
$ 33.231.64 Payroll Deductions
$ 201,619.84 Total Payroll
$ 760,333.11 GRAND TOTAL r.
2. Resolution for Safe Deposit Boxes
Resolution No. 89-9 - 141
BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, that, until
written notice to the contrary is given by this corporation to the Safe Deposit
Department of the Premier State Bank access to Safe Deposit Boxes (herein called i
safes) standing in the name of this corporation in the vaults of above named bank
shall be had by the following:
Daniel F. Faust Finance Director Carole J. Anderson Asst Finance Director
(Name) (Title) (Name) (Title)
Any 1 of whom shall have full authority to enter said safes and to make deposits
therein or remove any part of all of the contents thereof, to execute leases thereof
in the name of this corporation, to amend or cancel said leases, to exchange or
surrender the safes, and in all other respects to represent this corporation.
3. Budget Transfer: Computer Repair
Approved a budget transfer of $600 from the contingency account to account 101-701-
4430 to pay for the repair of the computer. Damage to computer was caused by an
integrated circuit failure.
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4. Conditional Use Permit Renewal: 2785 White Bear Avenue (District Court)
Approved the renewal of the conditional use permit for the court facility at 2785
White Bear Avenue for five years.
5. Conditional Use Permit Renewal: Maplewood Mall (The Circus)
Approved the renewal of the conditional use permit for The Circus (Maplewood Mall)
for another five years, subject to the September 12, 1988, conditions of approval.
' 6. Cancellation of Assessment
Approved the recommendation to cancel the District No. 6 Project 86-3 assessment in
the amount of $3,600.36 levied against property in the Maple Greens 1st and 2nd Addition.
The City owned the property but ownership has been vacated.
7. Budget Transfer - Office Supplies
a. Approved a budget transfer of $2,040 from the contingency account to account
101-701-4110 to bring the amount up to the 1989 budget re-estimate.
F. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 7:00 P.M., Diseased Tree Cost Recovery
a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the
request of several property owners that the cost for removal of diseased trees on
private property be certified against their property.
b. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
c. Mayor Greavu called for proponents and opponents. None were heard.
d. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing.
e. Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: I
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BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to certify to
the auditor of Ramsey County the attached list of diseased tree removal charges, said list
made a part herein, for certification against the tax levy of said property owners for the
year 1989, collectible in the years 1990 through 1994, and which listing includes interest
at the rate of eight (8%) percent on the total amount each year.
17 29 22 24 0011-1 $179.76
14 29 22 44 0010-5 194.74
03 29 22 43 0004-7 621.67
17 29 22 32 0001-9 269.64
11 29 22 34 0014-7 426.93
Morrison Property 900.00
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Seconded by Council member Bastian. Ayes - all.
2. 7:10 P.M., Mogren: County Road C
a. Plan Amendment (4 Votes)
b. Rezoning (4 Votes)
1. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the
request of Gerald Mogren for approval of the following:
a. A land use plan amendment from OS, Open Space, to SC, Service
Commercial, for the 3.96 acre parcel of land which is south of the Octopus Car
Wash, west of White Bear Avenue and north of County Ditch #18.
b. A rezoning from F,-Farm Residence, to BC, Business and Commercial,
for a 1.25-acre portion of the 3.96-acre parcel noted above.
2. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
3. Director of Community Development Olson presented the details of the
proposal.
4. The applicants, Gerald Mogren and Perry Shortridge, spoke on behalf of
their request.
5. Mayor Greavu called for proponents. None were heard.
6. Mayor Greavu called for opponents. The following were heard:
Niel Bresnahan, 1862 E. County Road C ~
Carol Guzzo, 1876 E. County Road C, presehted a petition signed by
approximately 50 area residents opposing the proposal
Larry Guzzo, 1862 E. County Road C
7. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing.
8. Councilmember Bastian introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption: i.
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WHEREAS, the City of Maplewood initiated an amendment to the Maplewood Comprehensive
Plan from OS, Open Space, to SC, Service Commercial, for the following described property:
PIN #11-29-22-22-0035 (south of County Road C and west of White Bear Avenue)
WHEREAS, the procedural history of this plan amendment is as follows:
1. The Maplewood Planning Commission held a public hearing on August 21, 1989, to
consider this plan amendment. Notice thereof was published and mailed pursuant to
law. All persons present at said hearing were given an opportunity to be heard and
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present written statements. The Planning Commission recommended to the City Council
that said plan amendment be approved. I
2. The Maplewood City Council considered said plan amendment on September 11,
1989. The Council considered reports and recommendations from the Planning
Commission and City staff.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL that the above- ~
described plan amendment be approved on the basis of the following finds of fact:
a. there are no plans by the City or County to acquire the site for open space
use;
b. the site is not well suited for single-family dwellings; and
c. the SC designation would be a reasonable transition between the existing !
commercial and residential uses.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach. Ayes - all. '
9. No Action taken on the rezoning.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach. Ayes - all.
3. 7:20 P.M., Code Amendment: Motor Fuel Stations and Public Garages (Second
Reading - 4 Votes)
a. Mayor Greavu convened the meeting for a public hearing regarding the
proposed ordinance regulating motor fuel stations and public garages.
b. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
c. Director of Community Development Olson explained the changes in the
ordinance.
d. Jim Phillippi, North Star Engineering, asked questions regarding the '
proposed ordinance.
e. Mayor Greavu called for proponents and opponents. None were heard.
f. Mayor Greavu closed the public hearing.
g. Councilmember Bastian moved to amend Condition 5 on Page 9 to read:
.Add: for the storage of used or discarded tires shall be kept locked
and 100% screened.
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all.
h. Councilmember Rossbach introduced the followin4 ordinance and moved its
adoption:
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ORDINANCE N0, b52
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BC, BC(M) AND M-1 DISTRICTS,
ESPECIALLY AS THEY PERTAIN TO MOTOR FUEL STATIONS
THE MAPLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS (additions are underlined and
deletions crossed out):
Section I. Section 36-6, Definitions, are hereby amended to add the following:
Dispenser: A device designed to dispense motor fuel which contains the hose nozzle(s) and
meter.
Major motor fuel station: A retail business engaged in the sale of motor vehicle fuels
which provides more than two (2) dispensers or two (2) islands.
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Minor motor fuel station: A retail business engaged in the sale of motor vehicle fuels
which provides no more than one (I) island with a maximum of two (2) dispensers.
Motor vehicle accessory installation center: A place to install equipment sold ont he
premises in a motor vehicle, where the following conditions are met:
(I) No petroleum products would be added to, applied to, or removed from the vehicle.
(2) There would be no maintenance, servicing or repair of vehicles or parts of vehicles,
including car washing.
(3) There would be no vehicle hoist or lift.
(4) There would be no noxious materials used.
Public garage: A place for the maintenance or repair of motor vehicles. A motor vehicle
installation center shall not be included.
Section 2. Section 36-23, access, is amended to read as follows:
(a) No dwelling shall be erected or altered in the City unless there is at least
22 feet of access to it from a public street, or unless the City Council
approves a lesser amount. No building shall be erected or altered in the City
so as to close the present means of access to an existing dwelling or so as to
diminish this means of access.
(b) Driveway access(s) and design shall be based on Article IV of Chapter 29 of ~
City Code and the standards of the Institute of Transportation Engineers.
Section 3. Add section 36-28 to read as follows:
Section 36-28 Lighting.
All outdoor illumination shall be downlighted so as to prevent undue glare from being
directly visible on any adjacent streets or on property that is used or planned for
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residential use. No light source shall be directly visible from any residential area or
:;:public street and light levels shall not exceed one (1)-foot candle at a residential
property line.
Section 36-29--36-40. Reserved.
Section 4. Sections 36-141 to 36-153 (1) and (2) are amended as follows: '
Sections 36-141 - 36-140. Reserved.
DIVISION 7. BC BUSINESS COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
Section 36-151. Use Regulations.
(1) Permitted uses. Only the following uses are permitted by right in a BC district:
(a) A dwelling unit for one family in combination with a business use.
(b) Hotel, motel, or tourist cabins.
(c) Retail store, restaurant, office, agency, studio, bank, personal service,
craftsmen's shop, or mortuary.
(d) Automobile sales agency that sells new cars or new and used cars.
(e) Newspaper publishing or job printing establishment.
(f) Theater.
(g) Self-service laundry.
(h) Bakery or confectionery shop, for the production of articles to be sold only
at retail on the premises.
(i) Parking lot as a principal use.
(j) Motor vehicle accessory installation center.
(k) CNG (compressed natural gas) and LPG (liquid petroleum gas) dispensing
facilities, except those whose primary purpose is to produce power and light
for nonvehicle uses, such as at 3M, NSP's facility on Century Avenue, or for
temporary use on construction sites. Tanks shall not exceed a water capacity
of one thousand five hundred (1,500) gallons. The licensing requirements in
Chapter 17.3 shall be compiled with.
(1) Any use of the same general character as any of the above uses, provided that
no use which is noxious or hazardous shall be permitted.
(2) Conditional uses. The following uses are permitted, subsequent to approval of a
conditional use permit:
(a) All uses permitted in the R-3 Residence District.
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(b) Processing and distributing station for milk or other beverages.
(c) Place of amusement, recreation or assembly, other than a theater, when
conducted indoors.
(d) The exterior storage display, sale, or distribution of goods or materials, but
not including a junkyard, salvage, automobile, or other wrecking yard. The
City may require screening of such uses.
(e) Use car lot.
(f) Metal storage buildings, provided that in addition to the general findings
required for a conditional use, the following additional findings must be
made:
1. The building would be substantially screened so as to be eighty percent
(80%) opaque as viewed from streets or land that is residentially
developed or designated on the City's land use plan for residential use.
2. The building would not be of lesser quality than surrounding
development.
If the screening is removed or dies and is not replaced, the City
Council may require removal of the building. If the value of the
building exceeds twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00), the City
Council shall allow at least a five-year amortization period.
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(g) Heliport.
(h) Car wash.
(i) Motor fuel stations or public garages, provided that in addition to the
general conditions for a conditional use, the following additional conditions
must be met:
I. The setback of any overhead canopy shall be at least fifteen (I5) feet
from the street right-of-way line and five (5) feet from a
nonresidential property line.
2. The setbacks to a residential zone in section 36-153 (3) shall include
car washes, fuel dispensers or canopies.
3. Major motor fuel stations or public garages shall not be permitted
within 350 feet of areas planned for residential use on the City's land
use plan.
4. No unlicensed or inoperable vehicles shall be stored on the premises for
more than forty eight (48) hours, except in storage areas fully screened
from public view.
5. All trash, waste materials, and obsolete parts shall be stored within an
enclosed trash container. Any container for the storage of used or
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discarded tires shall be kept locked and 100% screened.
6. All repair, assembly, disassembly, and maintenance shall occur within a
closed building, except for minor maintenance, such as tire replacement
or inflation, adding oil or wiper fluid replacement.
7. The location and type of outdoor storage must be specifically approved
in the conditional use permit.
8. No parking space(s) shall be located within the line of vision between
self-service fuel dispensers and the attendant's window.
9. External speakers shall be directed away from residential areas and the
sound shall not exceed fifty (50) decibels (normal conversation level)
at the residential property line.
10. No motor fuel station within three hundred fifty (350) feet of land that
is developed or designated on the City's land use plan for residential
use shall be operated between the hours of 11 p.m. and 6 a.m.
11. Fuel station dispenser islands, parking areas, and drives shall be
screened from residential uses and areas planned for residential use in
conformance with section 36-27 (c) and section 36-27 (d).
12. Parking shall be limited to paved areas..
13. All new or replacement underground fuel storage tanks shall be STI-P3 or
an equivalent steel tank manufactured by a licensee of the Steel Tank
Institute. Fiberglass tanks and piping are not permitted.
14. Leak detection shall be required for all new tanks and for existing
tanks according to U.S. Environmental Protection. Agency (EPA) Schedule
Deadlines. Leak detection facilities shall include electronic (in tank)
monitoring equipment as well as manual daily measurement and recording
of tank levels. Records of daily tank levels, fuel purchases and fuel
sales shall be available on site for inspection by the fire Marshal at
all times.
15. Vents from an underground fuel storage tank(s) shall be two hundred
(200) feet from the property line of a residential use or a property
planned for residential use on the City's land use plan. The City
Council may approve a lesser setback if the developer can prove that the
typography or existing or proposed buildings will prevent fumes from
reaching a residential lot line.
16. Car washes accessory to a fuel station shall be subject to the same
conditions as stated for motor fuel stations, with the following
additional conditions:
a. The site shall be planned so that water from the car wash will not
drain into a public street or access(s). A drainage system shall
be installed, subject to the approval of the City Engineer.
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b. Stacking space shall be designed to accommodate a minimum of four I
vehicles. '
(j) Any use of the same general character as any of the above uses, provided that
any use which is noxious or hazardous shall not be permitted.
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Section 36-152 36-153. Reserved.
Section 5. Sections 36-156 to 36-170 are amended as follows: ~
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Sections 36-156 36-170. Reserved.
Section 7. Sections 36-155 (b)-(d), BC (m) district, are amended as follows:
(b) Permitted uses. Only the following uses are permitted by right in this
district:
(1) Retail store, office, agency, studio, bank, personal service,
craftsmen's shop, or mortuary.
(2) Hotel or motel.
(3) Walk-in theatre.
(4) Job printing shop.
(5) Bakery or candy shop producing goods for on-premises retail sales.
(6) Motor vehicle accessory installation center.
(7) Any use of the same general character as ,any of the above uses, provided
that no use which is noxious or hazardous shall be permitted.
(c) Conditional uses. The following uses are permitted, subsequent to approval of
a conditional use permit:
(1) All uses permitted in R-3, multiple-dwelling districts, except single or
double dwellings.
(2) Laundromat or similar automatic self-service laundry.
(3) Restaurant, where there are no drive-up order windows or serving of food
to patrons in their automobiles. All cooking odors must be controlled
so as not to be noticeable to adjacent residences.
(4) Place of amusement, recreation, or assembly, other than a theater, where
there are no outdoor activities.
(5) Minor motor fuel station, subject to the requirements in section 36-151
(2) (i)•
(6) Any use of the same general character as any of the above uses, provided
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that any use which is noxious or hazardous shall not be permitted.
(d) Prohibited uses:
(1) Drive-in theaters or drive-in restaurants.
(2) Commercial or fee parking lots where such use is the only use of a given
parcel or where such use provides for general rather than specific use
parking.
(3) The exterior storage, display, sale, or distribution of equipment,
goods, or materials.
(4) Car wash.
(5) Public garage or major motor fuel station.
(6) Compressed natural gas or liquid petroleum gas dispensing facilities.
Section 7. Section 36-187 (a), M-1, light manufacturing district conditional uses, is
amended as follows:
(a) The following uses are permitted, subsequent to approval of a conditional use
.permit:
(1) Any conditional use in the BC, Business Commercial district, subject to
the same conditions.
(2) Any use listed as a permitted use in a BC, Business Commercial district,
if the property is designated for LSC, Limited Service Commercial, or
RM, Residential Medium density use on the City's Comprehensive Plan.
(3) Any use of the same character as a permitted use in section 36-186.
(4) Trucking yard or terminal.
Section 8. This ordinance shall take effect upon its passage and publication.
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - Councilmembers Anderson, Bastian,
Juker, and Rossbach.
Nay -Mayor Greavu.
4. 7:30 P.M., 11th and White Bear Avenue (Amoco)
a. Plan Amendment (4 Votes)
b. Rezoning (4 Votes)
c. Lot Division
Mayor Greavu stated this item has been delayed until October 23, 1989.
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G. AWARD OF BIDS
None. ,
H. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Upper Afton Road - McKnight to Century, Project 86-07 - Schedule Public
Hearing
a. Director of Public Works Haider presented the staff report .
b. Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and .moved its adoption:
89-9-14?a
WHEREAS, the City Engineer for the City of Maplewood has been authorized and ~
directed to prepare a report with reference to the improvement of Upper Afton Road
McKnight to Century, City Project 86-07, by construction of bituminous street with
concrete curb and gutter, storm sewer, water main, and appurtenances, 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 Upper Afton Road McKnight to Century, City Project 86-07, by
construction of bituminous street with concrete curb and gutter, storm sewer, water main,
and appurtenances is feasible and should best be made as proposed, is hereby received.
2. The Council will consider the aforesaid improvement in accordance-with the
reports and the assessment of benefitted property for all or a portion of the cost of the
improvement according to MSA Chapter 429, at an estimated total cost of the improvement of
$1,113,600.
3. A public hearing will be held in the Council Chambers of the City Hall at 1830
East County Road B, on Monday, the 9th day of October, 1989, at 7:00 p.m., to consider
said improvement. The City Clerk shall give mailed and published notice of said hearing I,
and improvement as required by law. '
Seconded by Councilmember Bastian. Ayes - all.
2. McKnight Road, Phase 2, Project 87-04.
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
89-8-145
WHEREAS, it has been deemed necessary for the City of Maplewood to fund required
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storm sewer construction on McKnight Road between Larpenteur Avenue to T.G. 36, S.P. 62-
668-25, City Project 87-04 within the limits of said municipality, and
WHEREAS, said construction project has been identified by the Commissioner of
Transportation as MSA Project Number 138-020-08.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, that we
hereby authorize appropriation of $50,000 from our municipal state aid funds to apply
toward the construction of said project and request the Commissioner of Transportation to
approve this authorization.
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Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach. Ayes - Mayor Greavu, Councilmembers Juker,
Anderson, and Rossbach
Nay -Councilmember Bastian.
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I. NEW BUSINESS I
1. County Light Rail Transit Plan
- a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. No Action taken..
2. Preliminary Approval of 1989 Tax Increment and Improvement Bond Issues
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
- b. Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
89-9-146
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC SALE
OF $1,470,000
GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1989
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as follows:
1. Findin4; Amount and Purpose. It is hereby found, determined and declared that
this City should issue $1,470,000 General Obligation Improvement Bonds of 1989 (the
"Bonds") to provide money to finance the construction of various improvements in the City.
2. Meetinca; Bid Opening. This Council shall meet at the time and place specified
in the form of notice hereinafter contained for the purpose of opening and considering
sealed bids for, and awarding the sale of, the Bonds. The City Clerk, or designee, shall
open bids at the time and place specified in such Notice of Bond Sale.
3. Notice of Bond Sale. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to
cause notice of the time, place and purpose of said meeting to be published in the
official newspaper of the City and in the Northwestern Financial Review not less than ten
(10) days in advance of date of sale, as provided by law, which notice shall be in
substantially the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto.
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4. Official Terms of Bond Sale. The terms and conditions of said Bonds and the.
sale thereof are fully set forth in the "Official Terms of Bond Sale" attached hereto as
Exhibit B and incorporated herein by reference.
5. Official Statement. The City Clerk and Finance Director and other officers or
employees of the City are hereby authorized to participate in the preparation of an
official statement for the Bonds.
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all.
c. Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
89-9 147:
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC SALE
OF $.1,385,000
GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT BONDS OF 1989
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as follows:
1. Finding; Amount and Purpose. It is hereby found, determined and declared that
this City should issue $1,385,000 General Obligation Tax Increment Bonds of 1989 (the
"Bonds") to provide money to finance a portion of certain capital and administration costs
within Development District No. 1 of the City.
2. Meeting: Bid Openinq. This Council shall meet at the time and .place specified
in the form of notice hereinafter contained for the purpose of opening. and considering
sealed bids for, and awarding the sale of, the Bonds. The City Clerk, or designee, shall
open bids at the time and place specified in such Notice of Bond Sale. -
3. Notice of Bond Sale. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to
cause notice of the time, place and purpose of said meeting'to be published in the
official newspaper of the City and in the Northwestern Financial Review not less than ten
(10) days in advance of date of sale, as provided by law, which notice shall be in
substantially the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto.
4. Official Terms of Bond Sale. The terms and conditions of said Bonds and the
sale thereof are fully set forth in the "Official Terms of Bond Sale" attached hereto as
Exhibit B and incorporated herein by reference.
5. Official Statement. The City Clerk and Finance Director and other officers or
employees of the City are hereby authorized to participate in the preparation of an
official statement for the Bonds.
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Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all.
d. Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
89-9-148
RESOLUTION PROVIDING FOR PUBLIC SALE
OF $350,000 TAXABLE
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GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT BONDS OF 1989
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BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Maplewood, Minnesota, as follows:
1. Finding; Amount and Purpose. It is hereby found, determined and declared that
this City should issue $350,000 Taxable General Obligation Tax Increment Bonds of 1989
(the "Bonds") to provide money to finance a portion of certain capital and administration
costs within Development District No. 1 of the City. i,
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2. Meeting; Bid Opening. This Council shall meet at the time and place specified ~
in the form of notice hereinafter contained for the purpose of opening and considering
sealed bids for, and awarding the sale of, the Bonds. The City Clerk, or designee, shall I
open bids at the time and place specified in such Notice of Bond Sale.
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3. Notice of Bond Sale. The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to
cause notice of the time, place and purpose of said meeting to be published in the
official newspaper of the City and in the Northwestern Financial Review not less than ten
(10) days in advance of date of sale, as provided by law, which notice shall be in
substantially the form set forth in Exhibit A attached hereto.
4. Official Terms of Bond Sale. The terms and conditions of said Bonds and the
sale thereof are fully set forth in the "Official Terms of Bond Sale" attached hereto as
Exhibit B and incorporated herein by reference.
5. Official Statement. The City Clerk and Finance Director and other officers or
employees of the City are hereby authorized to participate in the preparation of an
-.official statement for the Bonds.
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all.
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3. Police Study Proposal
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Councilmember Anderson moved to approve the PAR Group as consultants to
conduct a thorough study of the police organization and stressed that the study be
done in a timely manner and add a penalty clause if study is not completed on time.
Councilmember Anderson withdrew his motion.
b. Councilmember Bastian moved to table Item I-3 until Thursday eveniny~
September 14, 1989.
Seconded by Councilmember Rossbach. Ayes - all. ,
I 4. Southlawn Avenue, Project 89-17 Change Order No. 5
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Councilmember Bastian introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
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89-9-149
WHEREAS, the City Council of Maplewood, Minnesota, has heretofore ordered made
Improvement Project 85-17 and has let a construction contract pursuant to Minnesota
Statutes, Chapter 429, and
WHEREAS, it is now necessary and expedient that said contract in the amount of
$475,928.02 be modified and designated as Improvement Project 85-17 Change Order Five (5).
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 Change Order Five in the amount of $539.
Seconded by Mayor Greavu. Ayes - all.
5. Park Improvement Project 88-2P ~
a. Sherwood Park - Change Order No. 5
b. Geranium Park - Change Order No. 6
c. Hazelwood Soccer Complex - Change Order No. 7
d. Playcrest Park - Change Order No. 8
1. Manager McGuire presented the staff report. -
2. Director of Parks and Recreation Director Odegard presented the change
orders in detail.
3. Mayor Greavu moved to approve the following change orders as presented:
Sherwood Park - Change Order No. 5 $10,878.00
Geranium Park - Change Order No. 6 2,666.00
Hazelwood Soccer Complex - Change Order No. 7 3,010.00
Playcrest Park - Change Order No. 8 70,000.00
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all.
J. VISITOR PRESENTATION
None.
K. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS
1. Woodlynn Avenue
a. Councilmember Anderson commented on two dirt piles on Woodlynn Avenue, one
at Cottages of Maplewood, and the second at Mack Nettleton's property.
b. Councilmember Bastian moved to instruct the staff to investigate the dirt
j pile problem on Woodlvnn Avenue and reaort back. 'i
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all.
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2. Property for Sale - White Bear Avenue
a. Councilmember Anderson stated the property on the east side of White Bear
Avenue and west of City Hall is for sale.
b. Councilmember Bastian moved to refer the matter of the property that is 'i
for sale on the east and west side of White Bear Avenue to staff to investigate for I
possible purchase and report back to Council at the next regular meetinq.
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all.
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3. Hennen Property - Hillwood Oaks
a. Councilmember Rossbach moved to place reconsideration of the Hillwood Oaks
Addition on the next regular meeting.
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - all.
L. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
1. Review Schedule of Public Hearings
a. Manager McGuire reviewed the scheduled hearings for the next two months.
a. City Attorney Kelly stated that a settlement had been reached for the
Julia Lepsche assessment appeal.
b. Councilmember Bastian moved to reduce the number of units from 18 units -
$4,275, to 2 units, $475.00 for Proiect 8603 A & B District No. 8 water tower
against the property owned by Julia Lepsche PIN #25 29 22 33 0042.
M. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Greavu adjourned th'e September 11, 1989, meeting at 9:30 p.m.
A. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Greavu reconvened meeting no. 89-20 on Thursday, September 14, 1989, at 4:33
p.m.
B. ROLL CALL
John C. Greavu, Mayor Present
Norman G. Anderson, Councilmember Present
Gary W. Bastian, Councilmember Present
Frances L. Juker, Councilmember Present
Gary W. Bastian, Councilmember Present
L. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS
1. Decision Resources (Parks and Recreation Survey)
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a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Dr. William Morris, Decision Resources, Inc., answered questions from the
Council.
c. Councilmember Anderson moved to authorize Decision Resources to proceed
with the survey as amended.
Seconded by Mayor Greavu. Ayes - all.
2. City Hall Bids
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Dean Johnson, T. K.D.A., explained the bids and recommended Merrimac j
Construction Company as lowest responsible bidder.
c. Mayor Greavu introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
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_ BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF MAPLEWOOD, MINNESOTA, that the Bid of
Merrimac Construction Company in the amount of $1,056,279.00 is the lowest responsible bid
for the construction of the City Hall Expansion and the proper City Officials are hereby
authorized and directed to enter into a contract with said bidder for and on behalf of the
City.
Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - Mayor Greavu, Councilmembers
Anderson, Juker, and Rossbach
Nay -Councilmember Bastian.
c. Mayor Greavu moved to approve the financing plan as presented.
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Seconded by Councilmember Anderson. Ayes - Mayor Greavu, Councilmembers
Anderson, Juker, and Rossbach j
Nay -Councilmember Bastian.
d. Councilmember Anderson moved to retain the inspection services of T.K.D.A.
for the City Hall expansion but the cost is not to exceed $6,100.00.
Seconded by Mayor Greavu. Ayes - Mayor Greavu, Councilmembers
Anderson, Juker, and Rossbach
Nay -Councilmember Bastian. '
3. Police Study
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Councilmember Bastian moved to authorize staff to enter into an agreement
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with PAR Group to proceed. with the police study and that the City hereby agrees to
pay an amount not to exceed $28,555.00 based on monthly statements submitted by the
consultants except that no more than 75% will be paid to the consultant until the
final report has been submitted.
Seconded by Councilmember Juker. Ayes - all.
c. Councilmember Bastian moved in future bids for services rendered to the
City of Maplewood that the Council has an option presented them for penalty clause
if it is for liquidated damage or retainage, etc., and that this be part of the
bidding process or the staff report.
Seconded by Councilmember Juker. Ayes - all.
4. Certification of Sewer Bill of North St. Paul
a. Manager McGuire presented the staff report.
b. Mayor Greavu moved that the Council request the City of North St. Paul
certify the sewer rental charges of 2574 Ariel (a North St. Paul property) in the
amount of $719.32 to their taxes.
Seconded by Councilmember Juker. Ayes - all.
5. Dirt Piles
a. Director of Public Works Haider reported on the dirt piles on Woodlynn
Avenue. If they are not removed, the construction on those sites will be shut down
until removal completed.
6. White Bear Avenue Property
a. Manager McGuire stated that appraisals have been ordered.
7. St. Paul Pioneer Press Dispatch
a. Manager McGuire stated a meeting has been set for October 4, 1989, at 4:00
p.m., to meet with representatives of the St. Paul Pioneer Press Dispatch
' newspapers.
b. Mayor Greavu moved to meet with representatives of the St. Paul Pioneer
Press Dispatch on Wednesday, October 4, 1989, at 4:00 p.m.
Seconded by Councilmember Juker. Ayes - all.
M. ADJOURNMENT OF THE SEPTEMBER 14. 1989 MEETING
5:56 P.M.
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