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57507.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
1:30 P.M.
April 16, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The recessed April 12th, 1979 Council Meeting was ordered reconvened by President Hozza
at 1:30 P.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza ... 7
Absent - No one.
Council President Hozza announced that the purpose of today's meeting is to continue
discussion and hearing testimony concerning liquor license investigations. He said
he conferred with Mr. Hunegs who requested not to be present because he has not
officially been employed and his duties have not been determined. Councilman Hozza
suggested that the Council hear Mr...Heine and then Mr. Perron and then anyone else
the Council wants to recall and then discuss the terms and conditions for Mr. Hunegs.
Mr. William C. Heine was sworn in and was represented by his attorney Mr. John Bannigan
and Mr. Bannigan said Mr. Heine does not have an opening'statement and would answer
questions of the City Council. Mr. Heine answered questions of all Councilmen regarding
conversations and events that led to_a recorded conversation with Mr. Carchedi, License
Inspector. At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Heine said his father is on active
duty with the Navy and could not be available today but is willing to testify in the
future.
Mayor Latimer indicated that he will not pursue questions today because he thinks the
hearing examiner will resolve the issue.
Mr. Paul Tschida, Superintendent of the Minnesota Bureau of Crime Apprehension and Mr.
Ray Perron, employee of the Minnesota Bureau of Crime Apprehension, appeared and were
sworn in. Mr. Tschida outlined the role his bureau played in the investigation and
said he is available for questioning and Mr. Perron would be available for questioning
subject to his approval. He stressed that at all times Mr. Perron was an employee of
the State and not an employee of the City Police Department.
(Councilman Hozza left the meeting at this point to attend a Legislative Committee meet-
ing regarding the downtonw people mover). .
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At the questions of all Councilmen, Mr. Tschida and Mr. Perron answered questions con-
cerning Mr. Perron's involvement in the Police investigation, the Minneapolis report
on liquor investigations, the manner of the St. Paul investigations, the background of
Mr. Perron, the types of recording devices, the matter of the use of felons, personnel
records of Mr. Perron and various conversations with the Police Department and others
during the course of the investigation.
Councilwoman Bulter said she was informed by Mr. Tschida yesterday that the Attorney
General will not release the personnel file of Mr. Perron and she referred to a City
Attorney opinion dated Sept. 21, 1976 which she submitted as Exhibit 1 and which she
said provides that the documents are public and should be released and she asked the
City Attorney to ask that the documents be produced.
(Councilwoman Hunt left the meeting during the previous discussion).
Mr. Byrne, Assistant City Attorney, said at the Council direction he has prepared a working
draft resolution pertaining to the employment of a special investigator and Councilwoman
Bulter suggested that the Council hear Mr. Heine, Sr. firstiand also listen to the Carchedi
tapes prior to giving a charge to the investigator.
Councilman Maddox said it is time to turn the matter over to an investigator and Council-
woman Butler said she thinks the questions of legal representation must be resolved.
Mr. Byrne said he thinks the tasks are legal work rather than detective work and ther
ae
was considerable discussion concerning the investigation and legal representation and
Councilwoman Butler said she thinks all investigative work, depositions, ect. should be
public.
Mayor Latimer stressed the need not to publicize everything that is said to the investiga-
tor prior to a determination being made.
After further discussion Councilwoman Showalter moved that the proposed resolution be laid -
over until tomorrow to allow changes to be made by the.City Attorney concerning
legal representation and providing that the investigation be made by Mr. Hunegs without
being the Council's legal representative.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 s - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meetin a adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays 0
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57508. J
THE MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
\ 10:00 A.M.
` April 17th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Maddox, Showalter, Mr. Vice President Tedesco ... 5
Absent - Councilmen Levine, Hozza... 2 (Councilmen Levine and Hozza arrived during
the meeting)
Hearing on the petition of Independent School District No. 625 for the vacation
of portions of Virginia, Farrington, Iglehart, Marshall Place, Louis St. and
Cathedral Place all within the Technical Vocational Institute site.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the hearing be continued indefinitely.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272793. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of reconstructing sidewalks on portions of Bradley, DeSoto, Rose,
Wakefield, Hancock, Reaney, York, Wells, Margaret, Clear and Sims Avenue, under
P.O. 272619.
Mr. Kuhfeld of the Public Works Department said the proposal on Rose Avenue calls
for only replacement of one portion near a tree heave and after talking to the
owners of the funeral home they will submit a new order calling for construction
of sidewalk in front of the funeral home.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the order be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272794. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing a public storm sewer in Block 1, Anderson Addition
under P.O. 272611.
A report of the Public Works Committee was read recommending that the 'city share in
financing the project at 50 percent of the cost, which is estimated at $9,100.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Butler moved approval of this order and the following final order
in accordance with the recommendation of the Public Works Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272795. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of condemning and taking a ten foot wide permanent sewer easement
and construction easement over part of Lots 1 through 4, Block 1, Anderson Addition,
under P.O. 272612.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of grading and paving the alley in Block 10, Denslow's Re. from
Hazelwood Avenue to approximately 425 feet east and construct a storm sewer and
an easement in Lot 6 from the alley to Reaney Street, under P.O. 272543.
A recommendation of the Public Works Committee was read recommending that the
orders be withdrawn because 75 percent of the property owners oppose the. improvement.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Butler moved that this final order and the following final order be
withdrawn.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine arrived prior to the above roll call.
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of opening, widening, and extending the alley in Block 10, Denslow's
Re. and acquiring a permanent easement for sewer purposes and condemning land
necessary for slopes,cuts and fills in connection with the grading and paving
of the alley in Block 10, Denslow's Re, under P.O. 272544.
The order was withdrawn.
57509
April 17th, 1979.
C.F. No. 272728. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16515.
An ordinance amending the Zoning Code and rezoning properties located in the
area bounded by Lafayette Rd., Collins St., Payne Ave., North St. and Iris aka
part of Lot 1 and all of Lots 2 thru 5, Block 11, Warren and Winslow's Addition
and Blocks 1 thru 5, Irvine's Addition Outlots.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272729. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16516.
An ordinance amending Section 74.13 (D) of the Legislative Code so as to authorize
an increase in the hourly rate for hearing panels in human rights violations.
Adopted. Yeas --6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272730. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16517.
An ordinance amending Zoning Code so as to rezone certain properties in
District #8 pursuant to the 40 Acre provision of the law.
Councilwoman Hunt suggested the ordinance be laid over for two days until Thursday
and until after consideration of a related matter by the Housing and Redevelopment
Authority tomorrow.
Councilwoman Butler said she thinks the rezoning should be considered before the
HRA selection of a developer for the McKinley site because the rezoning takes five
votes.
After some discussion Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks the Council should then
approve the 40 Acre Study at this time and should not hold up the rezoning because
of a difference of opinion on the use of one property involved and there was
agreement that the ordinance should be considered for adoption today.
Roll call on the ordinance.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272755. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13539 (Parking Meter Zones) so as to add
parts of St. Peter and of Fourth St. and to delete parts of Seventh and of Cedar
Streets.
Mr. Gary Tankenoff, Chairman of the Parking Commission, said meters in front of
Butwinicks Furniture Store have already been removed and the Parking Commission
unanimously voted to reject the request to remove these meters. He referred to the
facts considered by the Parking Commission and said he thinks the removal of meters
will hurt the furniture store.
Councilwoman Butler said the Public Works Committee considered this matter and the
request for removal of meters came from Mr. Butwinick and the Parking Commission
recommendation was recognized.
Councilman Maddox said the biggest problem in the downtown is parking and it is
foolish to increase parking meter rates.
Mr. Tankenoff said the Parking Commission is not advocating an increase in meter
rates but has agreed to a compromise to increase them lOp per hour. He said
employees especially in lowertown are controlling the meters and a lOfi increase
won't hurt transients but will hurt all day parkers and he also said they are
looking into the possibility of purchasing the Harkins property for parking purposes.
The ordinance was laid over one week to April 24th for Final Adoption.
Claim of Diane Bernthal by Attorney,Cullen Law Firm,,Suite 1435, Soo Line Building,
Minneapolis, Minnesota, filed on April 12, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Joanne Clements, 434 W. Lawson, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on April 11,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of David H. Francis, #3 Madison's Tr. Ct., Brookings, So. Dak., filed on
April 12, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mark Minelli by Attorney Roger Nurnberger, 1014 Grain Exchange Bldg.,
Minneapolis, Minnesota, filed on April 12, 1979, was read_
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Karen Hadnot versus the Summit Court,
Inc. and the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Notice of Hearing from the State Energy Agency in proposed amendments of
rules for applications for certificates of need for large electric generating
facilities and large high voltage transmission lines:
Filed.
5.7510.
April 17th, 1979.
Letter from the Director of the Department of Finance and Management Services
reporting the petition of Sam Cukier to rezone parts of vacated Funk St. and
Lots 1 and 2 and 27 thru 30 of Meyer and Funk's Subdivision of the east 1/2 of
Block 3, Kerwin's Outlots is sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting that the petition of Modular Homes
of Minnesota, Inc. for the vacation of Barclay Street from Burns Ave. to McLean
Avenue is in proper form.
Filed.
Administrative Orders:
D 4869 - Acceptance of $3,900.00 settlement in the Workman's Compensation
account matter of Terrance O'Brien, police employee.
D 4870 - Payment from Workers' Compensation Account of $718.46 to Roger Garner,
Dept. of Fire and Safety Services employee.
D 4871 - Payment from Workers' Compensation Account of $9,450.00 to George Ehrman,
Dept. of Community Services employee.
D 4872 - Payment from Workers' Compensation Account of $292.60 to Walter Auge,
Dept. of Public Works employee.:
D 4873 - Luthorization to revise and put into use a new schedule of prices
of comparable rental housing in locality for determination of replacement
cost housing in relocation activities.
Councilman Hozza arrived at this point in the meeting and Councilman Maddox left
the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
Resolution amending terms and conditions of the 1978-1980 Agreements between
the City of St. Paul, ISD #625 and the Tri -Council Bargaining Unit, composed
of Operating Engineers Local 49, Teamsters Local 120 and Laborers Local 132.
(First Reading)
Laid over to April 24th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by placing an asterisk before the
titles Jackhammer Operator and Mortar Mixer in Section 7 under the heading
"Semi -Skilled Labor" and striking their specifications in Section 49. (First Reading)
Laid over to April 24th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Stores
Laborer in Section 7 under the heading "Semi Skilled Labor" and amending Section 49
by inserting its specifications. (First Reading)
Laid over to April 24th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Salary Plan and Rates of Compensation Resolution by
inserting the pay rates for the title Stores Laborer in Section 7, Subsection L.
(First Reading)
Laid over to April 24th for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.F. No. 272796.
Resolution granting Bingo Game License to organizations as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272797.
Resolution approving the appointment of Harry Neimeyer to serve a one year
term on the Capital Improvement Budget Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272798.
Resolution granting renewal of Sunday On Sale Liquor licenses to persons as
listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272799.
Resolution approving the transfer of Off Sale Liquor license from Applebaum's
Food Markets, Inc. at 2023 Marshall Ave. to The Applebaum Companies, Inc.
at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272800.
Resolution denying the application of the L'ni-Dale Development Corporation for
renewal of an Off Sale Intoxicating Liquor license.
President Hozza asked if anyone wanted to be heard and no one appeared.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
57511.
April .17th, 1979.
C.F. No, 272801.
-Resolution granting licenses to persons as listed
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays 0
C.F. No. 272802.
'Resolution granting licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays 0
C.F. No. 272803.
Resolution granting Building Contractor licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272804.
Resolution granting Building Contractor licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272805.
Resolution granting a Going out of Business Sale license to Harvey's Men's Store,
Inc.
at 431 Wabasha St. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 272806.
Resolution authorizing application to the Minnesota Crime Control Planning Board
for block grant monies in the amount of $481,344.00 for activities as listed
and as part of the FY 1980 LEAA annual action plan for St. Paul Ramsey County.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272807.
Resolution authorizing a Lease Agreement with Ramsey Hill Properties, Inc.,
for city rental of property at 518 and 524 Selby Avenue for purposes of a
Team Police office and adjacent parking area.
Adopted., Yeas - 6- Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 272808. forfeited land as listed to the
Resolution approving the conveyance of tax
Housing and Redevelopment Authority.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Resolution regarding Bicycle Safety Poster Contest.
Councilman Levine said the resolution has not yet been prepared and it was agreed
that the matter would not be placed on the agenda until the proper resolution is
prepared and submitted.
No. 272809.
Resolution authorizing the Director of Public Works to sign on behalf of the
City of St. Paul, a Grant Agreement with the State of Minnesota for the Lower
Afton Rd. bike path.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272810.
Resolution approving the appointment of Thomas Mooney as special counsel to act
as hearing officer in a discrimination case involving the Human Rights Department,
Floyd Dennis versus Ford Motor Co.
A e selection
At
the question of Councilwoman Butler, Ms. Flinch explained that th
process involving the Bar Association is not yet operational and this selection was
made by the City Attorney's office.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
The Council at this time discussed a proposed draft resolutionappointingRichard G..,,.
Hunegs to conduct a special inquiry into liquor license investigations.
Councilwoman Showalter said she thought new draft was going to be prepared providing
that the City Attorney would remain as the City Councils legal advisor And several
Councilmen agreed and Ms. Flinch noted that most of the work of the investigator
is legal work and best suited for a lawyer.
After some discussion Councilman Hozza said he interprets the intent of the
Council today to have the City Attorney still act as the City Council's legal
advisor and that a line be drawn between the investigator and the City Attorney
and he suggested a further meeting to resolve this item. gs is an
Councilwoman Butler said she wants the resolution clear that Mr. Hune
investigator but the City Attorney's office is still the legal council for the
City Council.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
57512.
April 17th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page)
Councilwoman Butler said Mr. Hunegs should be accountable to the City Council
and the City Attorney must protect the City Council on mistakes and erwnrs.
Councilman Hozza said it should be clearly set out who Mr. Hunegs is responsible
to and where does he go to get a question answered during the investigation.
Ms. Flinsch said the resolution gives the investigator total independence with
one final report and the City Attorney.'s.office would beavailablefor briefing.
She said policy questions concerning the investigation would not be a matter for the
City Attorney to deal with.
Councilman Maddox suggests that the Council President represent the City Council
concerning questions of the investigator.
Councilman Levine suggested that the investigator be given total independence
and he said he thinks the Council President can answer questions during the
investigation and if there are problems it could be considered by the entire Council
but the Council President should be the contact person.
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks policy questions should be answered by the entire
City Council.
Councilman Hozza said he thinks the Council wants the investigator
touhave
inindependence
within the scope of work and he suggested that if any questions
g the
investigation that are conveyed to the Council President they would be circulated
to all Councilman and a reply be given and he said as a Council President and
member of the License Committee he wants protection and wants to be under oath
like anyone else.
ould like her deposition to be made in public and she
Councilwoman Butler said she w
asked if there would be such a provision.
Councilman Maddox said public depositions must be done very carefully if they
involve other people but he said he has no problem making his own deposition \
public.
Councilman Hozza said the entire report may become public record at some point an
this should be taken into consideration.
Councilwoman Butler said Mr. Hunegs should be told that the Council does not
want him to to consider rumors.
Councilman Maddox moved that an amended resolution be prepared and be placed
on the Thursday, April 19th Council agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza reported that the Downtown People Mover Project passed the
Senate Transportation Committee this morning.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.- 0
Adopted. Yeas - 7
Nays
Copies sent to Councilmen
Minutes approved by Council `3/-3
57 513J
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
April 18th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY.HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Hozza at 9:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza...7
Absent - No one.
Public Hearing on the application for the transfer of Off Sale Liquor License
issued to A.B.C. Liquor Warehouse, Inc. at 1055 Payne Avenue to the N. W. corner
of White Bear Avenue and Suburban Avenue being described as Lots 3 & 4, Block 2,
Target -East St. Paul.
Councilwoman Hunt asked the City Attorney to restate his comments of last week per-
taining to the basis for denial of a license and Mr. Byrne, Assistant City Attorney,
said that a previous opinion was written stating that damage to competition is not
one of the factors that can be used to deny a license. Councilwoman Hunt said her
motion of last week stands to approve the application.
Councilman Levine said he has always been concerned with traffic in that area and
would like more information concerning projected traffic and the traffic engineer told
him it could be worse because of the zoning of the area. He asked the applicant about
traffic projections and what the alternative would be if the application would be denied.
Pat Maglich said they plan to generate business from the existing traffic in the area
and have approval of the traffic engineer.
Councilwoman Showalter said the District Council for the area approved the proposal be-
cause the alternative was for a fast food operation.
At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Byrne, Assistant City Attorney, said the
basis for denial could be a flaw in the record of the applicant or for traffic factors
and at this point the only opposition is soley to competition.
Roll call on the motion to grant the application.
Adotped. Yeas - 5 Nays - 2 (Councilman Maddox, Councilman
Tedesco)
Councilman Tedesco said he voted against the Target Store and other businesses in the
area and he feels another addition would add to the problems of the area.
Application for the transfer of Off Sale Liquor License issued to Xanadu Wine &
Spirits Limited, Incorporated, Lillian P. Thomas as sole officer and and as sole
stockholder, located at 608 University Avenue to Robert P. Hickman as sole officer and
stockholder.
Mr. Carchedi reviewed the application and recommended approval.
Councilman Maddox moved that the application be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Request by Attorney John Bannigan for a change in the hearing date on the transfer of
the On Sale Liquor License held by Heine, Inc., from 488-92 St. Peter Street to 777
Grand Avenue from May 23 to May 30, 1979.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the request be granted.
AAbstentions - 1 (Councilman
dopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Tedesco)
Mr. Carchedi said he has been asked to report on the operation of a Second Hand Auto
Dealer License at 1550 Rice Street and he said they have conducted an investigation
and the public hearing will be held before the License Committee next week.
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Copies sent to Councilmen_,
Minutes approved by Council 7%a*V
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57514.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
April 19th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Mr. Vice President Tedesco...6
Absent - Council President Hozza...I
Approval of minutes of City Council Meetings of March 28, 29, 00, 1979 and
April 3, 4, and 5, 1979.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the minutes.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Vice President Tedesco said the nominations of the Governor's Residence,
Blair Flats/Angus Hotel, Ward Beebe House, James J. Hill House, Adolph Muench
House, The Saint Paul City Hall & Ramsey County Courthouse and the Saint Paul
Union Depot would be considered as a unit.
No one appeared in opposition to any of the aforementioned.
Mr. Ernest Sandeen of the Heritage Preservation Commission read a prepared
statement in support of the Union Depot Heritage Preservation designation. (Statement
is part of the file)
Mr. Sandeen responded to a question from Councilwoman Butler and said there are
of the building (one owns the building and the other the concourse) and
two owners
both oppose the designation.
thinks this application is the exception to the rule
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Councilwoman Hunt said she
that it might be in the best interests of the public that the wishes of the
and
owners of the building be gone against. She said she thinks the Council should
there
indicate to the owners that it'does not plan to stand forever in the way should
be plans for demolishment or for rehabilitation.
appeared
He responded to a question from Councilman Maddox by saying the owners
their objections
previously and the Council indicated at that time it would consider
but it also indicated to them its disposition to the approval action.
Flats/
Mr. Sandeen noted with the receipt today of owner approval of the Blair
-that
Angus Hotel and Adolph Muench House only the owners of the Union Depot and the
City Hall & Courthouse have not given acceptance.
he is that the City Attorney has been asked for
Councilman Maddox said concerned
a legal opinion and that opinion has not been received yet. He questioned whether
the Council has to approve the designation first or whether it would not be more
is
appropriate to lay over the Union Depot matter until the legal opinion received.
this
Councilwoman Butler said she thinks it is premature to consider the Depot at
juncture.
Councilwoman Butler moved the Union Depot site be deleted from consideration today.
She said the Council can always act on it at a later date.
Hunt that representatives of the Heritage Preservation
Councilwoman suggested
and the Mayor's Staff officially designated to work with the federal government
on utilization of railway depots work together with the owners of the building in
an attempt to work out some kind of agreement not to demolish the building until
all options in connection with the development of lowertown are explored.
the building that
Councilwoman Butler suggested a written agreement from owners of
it not be torn down until its further use has been determined.
Mr. Sandeen said he approves of the Councils intent but he suggested the way to
Preservation
achieve what it wants would be to designate the building as a Heritage
further
site. He said that -by so doing the City Council would have to approve any
activities of the building.
said he thinks the Union Depot is one site that should be designated
Councilman Levine
he does not think that danger to the building is imminent. He said he was in the
and
building a year -or so ago and although there are some problems with the roof he does
not think a danger exists.
Roll call on the motion to request the City Attorney to prepare ordinances granting
the nominations of the following as Heritage Preservation Sites:
Blair Flats/Angus Hotel, Ward Beebe House, Sanies J. Hill
The Governor's Residence,
House, Adolph Muench House and the St. Paul City Hall & Ramsey County Courthouse AND
laying over indefinitely hearing of the St. Paul Union Depots nomination.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
57515.
\\ April 19th, 1979.
President Hozza arrived at this point in the meeting.
C.F. No. 272587. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. N0. 16514.
An ordinance adding a new Chapter XX - Skyway Conduct to the Legislative Code
and prohibiting certain conduct in the skyway system and other indoor public
areas.
Councilwoman Butler moved the word "sit" and the word "kneel" be deleted from
Section .02a.
Councilman Maddox spoke against the motion and said the ordinance has been before
the Council a long time and he thinks the sunset provision is compromise enough.
He said he thinks the news media has been having fun with the ordinance but the
tenants have been going through "pure hell".
Councilwoman Butler said the ordinance has a far reaching impact on the people of
this city and she does not think the delay of a few weeks or even a few months
is import::nt. She noted that a mother might sit and kneel to tie a shoelace and
an innocent situation such as this people would be in violation of the law. She
responded to a question from Councilman Levine by saying the amendment has not
been discussed by the Mayor but she noted she was the first person to call the
attention of the Council to the s.,:yway situation.
Roll call on Councilwoman Bulter's motion.
Yeas - 2 (Butler, Hunt)
Nays - 5 (Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, Hozza)
Motion failed of adoption.
Roll call on the ordinance.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 (Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, Hozza)
Nays - 1 (Butler)
C.F. No. 272811. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 331.02 of the Legislative Code and establishing guidelines
for the continuances of adversary hearings concerning license revocations,
suspensions, or denials and permitting assessing costs for witnesses and a court
reporter.
Council President Hozza said the ordinance was prepared in response to a motion
from Councilwoman Hunt occasioned by a License Committee hearing wherein a court
reporter was retained but the principals in the hearing do not present themselves.
The ordinance was laid over to April 26th for Second Reading.
Claim of Lester Buvik, 135 N. Wilder,and Carl Erb, 129 N. Wilder, St. Paul, Minnesota,
filed on April 16, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Great Central Insurance Co., American National Bank Bldg., St.'Paul,
Minnesota, filed on April 16, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of James R. Sprangers, 6185 Dell Lane, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
April 16, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of W. R. Seaberg, 1778 Rome Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on April 16,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of John A. Tetzlaff, 1200 E. Larpenteur Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed
on April 16, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Roger Vannelli, 1060 N. Avon St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
April 16, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Notice of Hearing from the State Energy Agency in the proposed adoption of rules
establishing materials, installation and labeling standards for thermal insulation
products.
Filed.
Notice of Hearing from the State Commissioner of insurance in proposed rules
governing minimum anticipated loss ratios for accident and"health insurance
policies.
Filed.
Letter of R & N'Corporation requesting refund for a filing fee to rezone certain
properties. (Petition withdrawn)
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the request be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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April 19th, 1979.
Notice of Hearing from the State Department of Natural Resources in the proposed
adoption of rules regarding standards and criteria for establishment of lake
improvement districts by counties and cities.
Filed.
Notice of Hearing from the State Commissioner of Public Safety in the proposed
adoption of rules governing nimimum standards for wheelchair securement devices.
Filed.
Letter from the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing for May 8, 1979
in the petition of the Minnehaha Bowling Center, Inc. for the vacation of
part of Seminary Avenue.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing for May 8, 1979
in the petition of the City of St. Paul for the vacation of parts of Lots 3 & 4,
Block 30, West St. Paul Real Estate and Improvement Syndicate Addition No. 2.
Councilwoman Hunt moved the recommendation be adopted.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Administrative Orders:
D 4874 - Contract award for services of Anne Johnston for four hour training
class on the art of "Communications for Police Trainers".
Councilman Maddox left the meeting.at this point.
C.F. No. 272812.
Resolution approving transfer of On Sale Liquor License from Bars Unlimited, Inc.
at 880 E. 7th St. to Bars Unlimited, Inc. with change of officers and stockholders
at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272813.
Resolution granting transfer of On Sale Liquor License from J. J. White, Inc. and
Blarney, Inc. to Blarney, Inc. with change of officers ;and stockholders and J. J.
White, Inc. at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272814.
Resolution approving release of an easement for an abandoned sewer in vacated
Mendota St., north of Bush Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272815.
Resolution approving conveyance of part of alley in Block 69, St. Anthony Park
Addition from the city to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272816.
Resolution approving release of temporary sewer construction easement over part
of Lot 3, Block 1, Lane's North Dale Park.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 272817.
Resolution approving payments of $450.00 to Joe Pittman, $420.18 to Jeanne L. Shaw,
$1,553.17 to John A. Nitti and $8.49 to Mrs. Leo Anderson from the Tort Liability
Fund in settlement of their respective claims.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272818.
Resolution appointing Richard G. Hunegs to conduct an inquiry of liquor license
investigations and setting out the scope of the inquiry, compensation and other
details of the inquiry.
Suzanne Flinsch, City Attorney, said new pages 2, 3, and 4 supplant the original
draft resolution and the words "special investigator" have replaced the original
phrase of "special counsel" and she noted the clause in the last paragraph of page 3
and the first paragraph of page 4 which indicates the continued representation
of the Council and the Mayor by the City Attorney's Office.
Council President L'azza said that although a termination date for the Hunegs contract
has not been discussed with Mr. Hunegs he thought a reasonable date would be
September 1. He said Finance Director Bernard Carlson insists that he is reluctant
to have the contract resolution adopted without a fund transfer and that if the Council
(Discussion continued to the following page).
April 19th, 1979. ` 57517.
(Discussion continued from the previous page)
is not going to set up the fund he thinks it would be better to lay the resolution
over.
Ms. Flinch said the resolution further provides that the President of the Council
should act as liaison for the special investigator but he is in no way to affect
the terms of the investigation in the liaison role. She responded to a question
from Councilman Maddox by saying the investigators scope of inquiry is pretty
well laid out in the resolution and the City Attorney's Office drafted the resolution
according to what it thought the Councils wishes were.
Councilwoman Hunt said she could not accept a September 1 termination date and she
thinks the Council has spent more than enough time on the liquor investigation
question.
Councilwoman Hunt moved the resolution be amended to make the termination date
July 15, 1979.
Councilwoman Hunt said that if the Council does not set a shorter time period the
scope will go much further then what it intends and thinks that its important
to have a narrow scope and a short time of investigation.
Councilman Maddox agreed and said the July 15 deadline date can be extended should
the Council see fit.
President Hozza said the limiting of the investigation to city officials or employees
is a very important narrowing of the investigation. He said anyone else is not the
Councils.concein but the inclusion of these are important to the licensing procedure.
Councilman Tedesco said he would like to find out the integrity of the people who
were conducting the investigation.
President Hozza said the question should refer to the City Attorney but it seems
to him the investigator in the first round of interviews would probably proceed /
on,the basis that a probable cause exists and it would therefore be proper to go
to the source of information.
Ms. Flinsch said it seems to her that the investigatory -course would be to some
extent left to the discretion of Mr. Hunegs,
Councilwoman Hunt said she is concerned with the cost benefit and suggested as a
way of containment that a procedure be set out for Mr. Hunegs to outline his plan
and have the Council determine the cost benefit to be derived therefrom.
President Hozza said he believes that if this resolution passes it will be Mr. Hunegs
intention to talk to the Mayor and Council first.
Councilman Levine asked if the Council would determine whether it has a right to
subpoena citizens.
Ms. Flinsch speculated that wherever the trail would lead the investigator would
take depositions.
Councilman Levine mentioned the necessity of checking out the credibility of the
sources of information.
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks the Council recognizes it is dealing with human
beings and there is always the possibility of an element of error and this fact
should be taken into account by the investigator but she questioned spending an
untold number of hours on matters which are purely judgmental.
Councilman Maddox said that if there has been a couple or more people who -are
city employees who have been guilty of bad judgment too many times he hopes that
this is pointed out to those individuals.
Roll call on the resolution as amended.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272819.
Resolution transferring $50,000 from Contingent Reserve - General to General
Government Accounts - Appeals Board and Special Services (Fees; to finance services
of special investigator).
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Butler asked what the $50,000 was going to be spent for and Mr. Flinsch
read from that part of the previously adopted resolution which spelled out the scope
of Mr. Hunegs retainment.
Councilwoman Butler moved reconsideration of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Butler moved the resolution be amended to read as follows: To finance
services of the special investigation, per C.F. 272818.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Appearance of Mary Jane Jordan regarding the william Mitchell parking situation.
Barbara Penn of the Parking Commission said the commission has taken a vote that the
City Council approve a resolution allowing residential parking. She said this has
been a matter before the commission for a long time and it has been reluctant to get
into the matter because it could set in motion a lot of problems.
Ms. Penn said the commission would now like to consider an experimental program for
areas which have been problem areas and see what there residential parking experiment
does.
(Discussion continued to the following page)
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April 19th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page)
Councilwoman Butler said she thinks it appropriate for the Parking Commission to
take the matter up again and present a written recommendation to the Public Works
Committee and further that the City Attorney submit a written opinion on its
constitutionality. _
Ms. Penn said a member of the City Attorney's Staff has been -working with the
problem and has recapped the Supreme Court decision to the commission. She said
that testimony at some of the hearings have indicated a public safety factor might /
be involved.
Jan Marchetti said the parking petition of Mary Jane Jordan does not answer the
question entirely because there are other problem areas for those students who
live near the college. She said she intends to get a counter petition circulated.
It was ordered that the matter be referred to the Public Works Committee.
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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10:00 A.M.
April 24th, 1.979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco ... 6
Absent - Councilman Hozza...1
Councilman Maddox moved that Council President Hozza be excused from todays
meeting and from Thursdays meetingt 6 attend meetings atOthe State Legislature.
Adopted. Yeas
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of grading and paving Hawthorne Ave. from Westminster to Arkwright St.,
under P.O. 272580.
Councilwoman Butler requested that this item and the next two items be laid over
yet considered
because the Public Works Committee has not d the items and she moved
that this order and the following two orders be laid over one week to May 1st and
she indicated the Public Works commiYeas - ttee will conNaysr-t0� on April 27th.
Adopted.
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing a sanitary sewer in Hawthorne from Westminster to
Arkwright, under P.O. 272581.
Laid_ ov_ er one week to MaY 1st, 1979.
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of condemning easements for slopes, cuts and fills in connection
With the grading of Hawthorne Avenue from Westminster to Arkwright, under P.O. 272582.
Laid over one week to`May 1st, 1979.
C.F. 272841.
FINAL ORDER.
,I
,n the matter of improving East Magnolia from Arcade to Forest St. and Mendota St.
from E. Magnolia to E. Jessamine Ave., under P.O. 272702.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Butler moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 272820. FINAL ORDER-
In the matter of reconstructing sidewalks
on portions
ll,fDaytoneCWe11es1eycandCharles,
Como, E. Minnehaha, Forest, Raymond,
Morningside Drive, under P.O. 272703.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the order.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272821. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of reconstructing sidewalks on parts of Colborne, Forbes, Canton,
Thomas, Sherburne, Palace, Griggs, Doswell, No. Syndicate, Charles, Sherwood,
E. Idaho and Kennard Streets, under P.O. 272704.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of tthe order. Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 272822. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of condemning an easement. for slopes, cuts and fills in connection
-with the grading and paving of the alleys in Blocks 30 and 31, Rice and Irvine's
Addition, under P.O. 271842.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
- 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
J
s7s2o.
April 24th, 1979.
C.F. No. 272755. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16518.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13599.(Parking Meter Zones) so as to add parts of
St. Peter and of Fourth St. and to delete parts of Seventh and of Cedar Streets.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272823. FIRST READING.
An.ordinance amending section 308.34 (b) of the Legislative Code permitting
the Council to re -issue dormant liquor licenses displaced by eminent domain or the
threat of eminent domain.
Laid over to May 1st for Second Reading.
C.E. No. 272824.
Resolution consenting to the issuance of $1,000,000 Port Authority Revenue Bonds
subject to final approval of details of said issue by the Port Authority; financing
of the Radisson Hotel Plaza Hotel in Block A.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Claim of Mrs. Marie Hendricks, 1671 Darlene St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed.on
April 20, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Allen May, 1683 E. Hyacinth Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
April 20, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Vicky Mayer, 440 Sheridan Avenue So., Minneapolis, Minnesota, filed on
April 20, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Donald Willis Cheatham versus the City
of St. Paul
Referred to the City Attorney.
Resolution of the AFL-CIO Trades and Labor Assembly re -affirming its opposition
to imposition of residency requirements on City employees. \
Filed.
Notice of Hearing from the State Ethical Practices Board in proposed adoption
ofrules governing economic interest disclosure.
Filed.
Notice of Hearing from the State Ethical Practices Board in proposed rules governing
campaign financing.
Filed.
Notice of Hearing from the Planning Commission of the City of Roseville in a
request for division of Lot at 523 Roselawn.
Filed.
Letter of the Director of the Dept. of Finance and Management Services reporting
the re -submitted petition of Margaret Lee for the rezoning of property located
on the north side of Beech between Arcade and Hope Streets and on E. 7th between
Arcade and Margaret Streets aka parts of Schurmeier's 7th St. Add. is sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting the petition of the Minnesota Mining Co.,
et al for the vacation of air rights over Reaney Avenue between Mendota & Forest
is in proper form.
Filed.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing date for June 26, 1979
in the petition of James P. Snavely, et al for the vacation of a portion of South
Wheeler Street.
Councilwoman Butler moved approval of the request.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing date for June 26, 1979
it the petition of the City of St. Paul for the vacation of the Old Hazel Park
Pumping Station Site.
Councilwoman Butler moved approval of the request.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0 I
�April
24th, 1979. 57521
Letter of the Valuation,Engineer recommending a public hearing date for June 26, 1979
in the petition of the HRA for the vacation of parts of Andrew, Prescott, Morton
and Brown Avenues & parts of the alley in Block 15, West St. Paul Real Estate &
Improvement Syndicate Add. No.. 2 and parts of alley in Block 33, Linse & Zimmerman's
Rearrangement of Block 33 & 34 of Brown and Jackson's Addition to West St. Paul.
Councilwoman Butler moved approval of the request. .
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Administrative Orders:
D 4875 - Authorization,:of;Emnent°Domain proceedings to secure title to parcels
as listed.in''the south of Front Redevelopment Area, North End District 6.
D 4876 - Estahlishment`of Eair Re 'Use Values for sale of properties pursuant to
the public hearing s. of April-,1'l,and April 18, 1979.
C.F. No. 272825.
Resolution amending terms and conditions of the.1978=1980 Agreements between the
City of St. Paul and ISD 4625 and the Tri -Council Bargaining Unit, composed of
Operating Engineers Local 49, Teamsters Local 120 and Laborers Local 132.
(Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays.- 0:;,
C.F. No. 272826.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by placing an asterisk before the
titles Jackhammer Operator and Mortar Mixer in Section 7 under the heading
"Semi -Skilled Labor" AND striking their specification in Section 49. (Second
Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272827.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Stores Laborer
in Section 7 under the heading "Semi Skilled Labor" AND amendingSection 49 by
inserting its specifications. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272828.
Resolution amending the Salary Plan and Rates of Compensation Resolution by
inserting the pay rates for the titles Stores Laborer in Section 7. (Second Reading
and Adoption)
Ad'opted.: Yeas -.6 Nays - 0
Resolution amending Section 49 entitled "Age" of theCivil Service Rules so as to
bring the Crty requirements into conformity with `the new''.'Federal Retirement Law.
(First°Rea ding;; Finance, Management & Personnel Committee recommends approval)
Laid'over. to May lst'.for Second Reading `and Adoption
Resolution authorizing Blue Cross and Blue. Shielen
d to amd City Health Care
Contracts to comply with Public Law No. 95 relating to: pregnancy benefits.
(First Reading; Finance,_ Management and Personnel Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to May lst for Second Reading andAdoption..
C.F. No. 272829.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget transferring $16,740.00 from Contingent
Reserve -General to Department of Finance and Management Services - Parking Meter
Monitors. (Finance, Management and Personnel Committee recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays -.0
C.F. No. 272830.
Resolution extending best wishes and congratulations to Charles Rat'ferty and
his family on the occasion of his award from the Trades and Labor Assembly
for his many years of public service.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272831.
Resolution granting Renewal of Sunday On Sale Liquor Licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272832.
Resolution approving change of officer and stockholders in Xanadu Wine & Spirits
Limited, Inc., holder of Off Sale Liquor License at 608 University Avenue.
Adopted.. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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April 24th, 1979.
C.F. No. 2.72833.
Resolution granting various,licenses.to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 1Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272834.
Resolution granting various license to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution authorizing purchase of air conditioning chilled water for the City
Hall Annex.
Councilwoman Butler asked why a purchasing agreement is before the Council for
approval and she said she understands usually these matters are approved by
administrative order.
Councilman Maddox suggested that the matter be referred to the Finance Committee
and Councilwoman Hunt said because there are so many items before the Finance
Committee she would suggest the matter be laid over for explanation before .the
City Council.
Councilman Maddox moved that the resolution be laid over to Thursday, April 26th,
for further explanation.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272835.
Preliminary Order for the improving of Hazelwood St. from Case Ave. to the
proposed cul-de-sac 300 feet north of Case Avenue AND improving of Omaban St.
from Case to the proposed cul-de-sac 245 feet north of Case AND setting date
of public hearing to May 22, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272836.
Preliminary Order for the opening and widening of Hazelwood and creating a cul-de-sac
by taking parts of Block 4, Oak Park and Block 6, Ames Outlots Additions AND
condemning and taking an easement in the land necessary for slopes, cuts and
fills occasioned by the grading and paving of Hazelwood from Case to the
proposed cul-de-sac 276.5' north of Case AND opening and widening Omaban St.
and creating a cul-de-sac by taking part of Marshall's Division Assn. AND
taking and condemning an easement in the land necessary for slopes, cuts and
fills occasioned by the grading and paving of Omaban from Case to the proposed
cul-de-sac 245' north of Case and setting date of public hearing for May 22, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272837. - \
Preliminary Order for the construction of a water main in Hazelwood St. from
Case Avenue to the proposed cul-de-sac 300 feet north of Case Ave. AND construction
of a water main in Omaban St. from Case Avenue to the proposed cul-de-sac and
setting a date of public hearing to May 22, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas— 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272838.
Preliminary Order for the construction of a sanitary sewer in Hazelwood St. from
Case Ave. to the proposed cul-de-sac 300 feet north of Case Ave. AND construction
of a sanitary sewer in Omaban St. from Case Ave. to the proposed cul-de-sac
245 feet north of Case Ave. AND setting the date of public hearing for May 22, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272839.
Preliminary Order for the installation of a public water main in Roblyn Ave. from
Wilder St. to 180 feet west of Wilder AND setting date of hearing for May 22, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272840.
Preliminary Order for improvement of Summit Ave. from Mississippi River Blvd. to
330 feet east of Snelling AND setting date of public hearing for May 22, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco referred to the shooting of a polar bear at Como Zoo and suggested
a reward of $1,000.
Councilman Maddox said the reward should be the same as other rewards and Councilman
Levine said the reward for the strawberry blond rapist was $1,000 and was matched
by the newspaper and he thinks a previous award for an animal killing was $500.
There was discussion and agreement that the appropriate resolution should be prepared
and Councilman Maddox so moved.
Ms. Flinch suggested a determination on wether the award be granted on arrest and
conviction or arrest and indictment and after some discussion Councilman Tedesco
(Discussion continued to the following page).
57523.
April 24th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
asked that it be upon arrest and conviction.
Roll call on the motion.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Ms. Eileen Weide, 611 Bedford and: President of the Payne Minnehaha Community Council
appeared concerning the business operations of Mr. Ray Anderson.
Councilman Maddox asked if the Council can revoke the rubbish collection license
and Ms. Flinsch said maybe the court conviction is grounds for holding a hearing
on the license.
Councilman Maddox moved that a revocation hearing be set up -on Mr. Anderson.
Councilwoman Butler asked why the public nuisance ordinance cannot be considered.
Councilwoman Hunt said the city cannot schedule a revocation hearing until grounds
for revocation are established and Councilman Maddox said his motion will include
that provision.
Councilwoman Butler said on May 1st she understands Mr. Anderson will be in contempt
and Ms. Flinsch said each day after May 1st that he is not in compliance he will
be fined and the contempt order might be a clause for a revocation hearing.
Councilman Maddox asked that the staff include an investigation of all his licenses
and Ms. Weide suggested that the nuisance factor be explored because he doesn't have
a lot of licenses and it wouldn't do any good to revoke his gas pump licenses.
Councilman Levine said he thinks the nuisance procedure could be used after getting
five signatures and Ms. Flinch said the Council would have to come to a conclusion
that a nuisance exists.
Councilman Tedesco suggested that the Council view the area individually to make
a conclusion.
Councilwoman Butler moved that because of the abundance of testimony the Council,
through licensing powers, set up a hearing to determine whether the business operation
constitutes a public nuisance.
Councilwoman Showalter suggested that the proper department look into moving Ray
Anderson from that location and Ms. Weide said Mr. Broeker from the Mayor's Office
is looking into that.
At the questioa of Councilwoman Butler, Ms. Flinch said she thinks there are
enough facts to establish probable cause for scheduling a hearing.
Councilman Maddox withdrew his previous motion because Councilwoman Butler's
motion covers the situation.
Councilwoman Hunt said she hopes the intent is to have the staff prepare whatever
is necessary to schedule a hearing and it was agreed that is the intent of the
Council and Councilman Maddox suggested that the staff report back to the City Council.
Roll call on the motion.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco announced that the Wednesday, April 25th, City Council Meeting
at 7:30 P.M. to consider recognition of the District 13 Consortium will be held
at Merriam Park Community Center and not at St. Mark's School.
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
ATTEST'
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
\ 9:00 A.M.
\` April 25th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 9:05 A.M.
Present-- Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco ... 6
Absent Councilman Hozza...1
Councilwoman. Butler moved that the rules be suspended to consider a matter that
appears later on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays -.0
Transfer of the On Sale Liquor License presently issued to O'Connor Enterprises,
Inc, at 369 Cedar Street to Entertainment Enterprises, Inc. at the same address.
Mr. Carchedi, License Inspector, reviewed the application and recommended approval.
Councilman Levine moved that the application be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0 _Abstention - 1 (Maddox)
Council President Hozza arrived at this point in .the meeting and Councilman Tedesco
left the meeting at this point.
Application for the transfer of the Taxicab License issued to John Zahradka, 203 N. Dale
Street, doing business as City Wide Cab Company, to Val H. Staples at the same address.
(Val H. Staples notified to attend).
Mr. Carchedi reviewed the application and recommended approval.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the application be approved.
Adopted. Yeas 6 Nays - 0
Request by Daniel D. Parker that his -application for ten taxicab licenses by reconsidered
by the St. Paul City Council. (Mr. Parker's request for one taxicab license was
previously denied by the St. Paul City Council on March 28, 1979). \
Mr. Carchedi said Mr. Parker has requested to appear before the Council to restate his
position on the reason why he should be granted taxicab licenses.
Mr. Parker said after checking the records it appears that there never was a minority
license.
Council President Hozza outlined the procedures to grant taxicab licenses and Mr. Parker
stresssed the need for more taxi service and said he wants to apply' for ten cabs.
Mr. Carchedi said the only change in the original application that was denied is that
this application is for ten cabs instead of one.
Councilman Maddox said the Council should confer with the owners of both of the cab
companies concerning service and he hasn't seen anything today to change his mind on
this application.
Councilwoman Aunt said the Council must determine at some point if we have sufficient
service and we should do an analysis after Yellow Cab gets back on its feet.
Councilwoman Showalter said she understands both companies have licenses which they are
not using and we should find out why before issuing additional licenses.
Councilwoman Butler said she agrees to an analysis and thinks granting ten more cabs at
this time will only compound the problem.
Councilman Hozza said he doesn't think a motion is necessary at this, time and if no
more action is taken the original action would stand and if the City granted these ten
licenses they would have to hold a public hearing to determine need.
Councilman Maddox said the application denied was for one license and this application
is for ten licenses and he moved that the application for ten cab licenses be denied.
Councilwoman Butler asked the City Attorney to research what the Council did and why
they did it in about 1974 when it was determined an ordinance on taxi drivers isnot
needed.
Councilman Maddox said he thinks the City could be more restrictive than the State Law.
Roll call on the motion to deny the application for ten taxicabs to Mr. Parker.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza asked Mr. Carchedi to set up a discussion before the City Council with
the two owners of the cab companies and a representative of the drivers.
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57525.
\April 25th, 1979.
Public Hearing on the General Repair Garage License and 16 Tow Truck Licenses
issued to Rice Street Towing, Inc, and Abel,Towing, Inc. at 33 E. Acker Street.
(Recommended for suspension by the Division of License and Permit Administration
and was originally scheduled for March 28, 1979).
Mr. Carchedi said Rice Street Towing has complied with a court order and he there-
fore is recommending that the matter be laid over indefinitely. '
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be laid over indefinitely.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Public Hearing on the Second Hand Motor Vehicle Parts Dealer License issued!to John
Darlow at 1515 Rice Street. (Recommended for revocation by the Division"of License
and Permit Administration). <
Mr. Carchedi said Mr. Garvey is in court today and the attorney for Mr. Darlow and
Mr. Garvey have requested that the matter be continued for one week.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the matter be continued for one week to May 2, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Request by General Drivers Union, Local 120 to appear before the St. Paul City
Council for the purpose of requesting an increase in the present taxicab fare.
It was noted that no one was present on behalf of the Union and Councilman Hozia
suggested that this request be considered at the same time the Council would be
discussing taxicab service with the company owners.
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 ?i s - 0
ATTEST:
Copies sent to Councilmen /fAl -)"s-
Minutes approved by Council
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57526.
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
7:30 P.M.
April 25th, 1979
Merriam Park Community Center
2000 St. Anthony Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 7:30 P.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozzac..6
Absent - Councilwoman Butler...1
President Hozza noted that Councilwoman Butler has asked to be excused'from
tonights meeting and Councilman Maddox moved approval of the request.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Council Presidnnt Hozza announced that the purpose of this meeting is to"take
testimony on recognition of District 13.
Karen Kristofferson, Citizen Participation Coordinator, explained that the District 13
Consortium includes three organized community organizations consisting of'the Merriam
Park Community Council, the Lexington Hamline Community Council and the Snelling
Hamline Community Council and she said the Community Development Staff recommends
recognition and approval of an operating budget of $10,000 for Year IV.
Representative Ann Wynia said she represents District 62A and she expressed support
for the recognition and budget.
Councilman Maddox said as Chairman of the Legislation Committee he has received
excellent cooperation from Representative Wynia on matters of the city before
the legislature.
Carl Dry, President of the Lexington Hamlin Community Council and Rich Upton,
President of the Snelling Hamlin Community Council, spoke in support of recognition
of the District 13 Consortium.
Council President Hozza asked if anyone wanted to appear in opposition and no one
appeared.
George Jurgenson said he will support recognition and only hopes that as amember
and not an officer he will still be heard.
Councilman Levine said under the citizen participation process he thinks people
with minority views get ample consideration before the district council and the
City Council.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of recognition with $10.,000 funding.
Councilwoman Hunt commended the organization for development of a plan and
Councilwoman Showalter said it is difficult to draw neighborhood lines but it is
good that the neighborhoods have gotten together.
Roll call on the motion.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Council President Hozza said the City Attorney will prepare the proper resolution
of recognition for consideration by the Council one week from tomorrow on May 3rd
and any additional communications can be entered into the record up until that point.
Council President Hozza also commended Representative Wynia for attending this meeting
during a busy legislative schedule.
Mr. Mally of the Merriam Park Community Center thanked the City Council for coming
to the area and referred to many good projects and said there has been a good
relationship between area groups and city staff.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 /1 Nays - 0 , e
57527. ✓
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
April 26th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Tedesco...5
Absent - Councilmen Showalter, Hozza...2 (Councilwoman Showalter arrived at a point
during the meeting)
Hearing was held on the petition of Conrad Leuer to rezone from RM -1 to I-1
property legally described as Lots 28 and 29, Block 4, Rice Street Villas and
located on the southeast corner of Larpenteur and Galtier Avenues.
No one appeared.
It was noted that Mr. Tschida, Attorney for Mr. Leuer, called the City Clerk's Office
and requested a four week delay.
At the question of the Council, Ms. McNeally of the Planning Staff, outlined the
reasons for the recommendation for denial.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the hearing be continued for four weeks to May 24th, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Hearing was held on the petition of Darcy A. Field to rezone from RM -2 to B-1
property on the west side of Woodbridge..between Larpenteur and Idaho and described
as Lots 2 and 3, Block 3; Rice Street Villas.
No one appeared. f,;
Ms. i1cNeally of the Planning Staff explained,the recommendation for denial of the
rezoning.
Councilman Maddox moved that the petition be denied.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter arrived at this point in the meeting.
Hearing was held on the appeal of Kevin E. Johnson to a decision of the Board of \
Zoning Appeals affecting property at 1460 Grand Avenue.
Mr. Johnson, 1482 Grand Avenue, appeared and said since the grocery store closed
he has -not seen any signs on the property and it has not been used for business
purposes and he said parking would be a problem and he would prefer to see the
building converted to residential use.
Kay Wegler spoke in opposition because of possible future use and signs.
Ms. McNeally of the Planning Staff at this time outlined the reasons for the
Planning Commission actions.
Marianne Murphy, 1469 Lincoln, Mrs. Richard Murphy, and residents at 1461 Lincoln
and 1446 Summit spoke in opposition to the proposal.
Frances Finn owner of the property_at 1460 Grand referred to previous hearings
where she prevailed and said Mr. Johnson assured her that he wouldn't appeal the
matter. She said she would like success but doesn't expect it will be a high volume
business and she wants to be an asset to the community.
At the question of Councilman Tedesco, Ms. Finn said the business will probably
be open until about 10 P.M. six days a week.
Frank Steinhauser said he has lived there for many years and doesn't know of any
traffic or parking problems because of the grocery store at that location. He
said he thinks it would be better to have the property occupied as an ice cream
parlor and he presented a petition of neighbors in favor of the proposal.
Gail Summers, representing District Councils in the area said the Executive
Committee of District Councils 14 and 15 discussed the proposal and are in favor.
At the question of Councilman Levine, Ms. McNeally said the present zoning without
change in use would require a single family use.
Ms. Finn said it would be prohibitive in cost to restore the building to residential
use because the entire first floorwas used for commercial purposes.
Councilwoman Butler moved that theappealbe denied.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt referred to the long process during appeals and said it is unfortunate
that an applicant must wait that long to establish a business and she asked the
Planning Staff to investigate the matter and make suggestions to shorten the appeal
process.
57528.
April.26th, 1979.
Hearing was held on the appeal of Myron A. Roth (Midwest Plastics, Inc.) to a
decision of the Board of Zoning Appeals regarding property at 1422 Ames Avenue.
Mr. Gray representing the appellant explained that they are requesting a three
week continuance but that it is not necessary to have a night meeting.
Lynn Colb, 1384 Ames, said they are not against a delay but are requesting
an evening meeting.
Councilman Maddox moved that the hearing be continued to May 16, 1979 at 7:30 P.M.
in the Council Chambers.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspended to consider items that
appear later on the agenda and to consider several items not on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Program
Coordinator in Section 6, Grade 16 under the heading "Professional -
Administrative" Group AND amending Section 49 by inserting its specifications.
(First Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to May 3rd for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.F. No. 272842.
Resolution transferring $520,000 from CD Year II, III, AND IV activities as
listed to CD Year II and Year IV; Rice -Marion Phase II (acquisitions; Finance
Committee recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272843. /
Resolution transferring $32,428.00 from CD Year IV - Unearmarked Contingency
to Orchard Building and Site Development. (Finance Committee recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272844.
Resolution approving application for Urban Development Action Grant for
Minnesota Mutual Insurance Company's new construction at 345 Cedar St. (Finance
Committee recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272845.
Resolution approving application for Urban Development Action Grant for
Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company's expansion in connection with the
East Seventh St. commercial revitalization.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272846.
Resolution abolishing the Community Health Services Advisory Committee AND
accepting the Ramsey County Advisory Committee as the Cities Advisory Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution pertaining to the Bethel College site for Job Corps Center.
Councilwoman Showalter read a statement in support of the resolution and suggested
that the resolution be laid over until after the public testimony on next Tuesday
night.
Councilwoman Butler said she would also like to hear the testimony before taking
a position on matter.
Mr. Fritz expressed appreciation that the Council will lay the resolution over
until after the public testimony and he referred to a proposed resolution that
will be considered by a legislative committee urging that a new site be found
for a proposed Job Corp Center in Minnesota.
Councilman Maddox moved that the resolution be referred to the Legislative Committee
for consideration after the public hearing on Tuesday and there were suggestions
that the matter be referred to the City Development Committee. After further
discussion Councilman Maddox withdrew his motion to refer to committee and moved
that the resolution be laid over until after public testimony next Tuesday, May 1st.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution authorizing purchase of air conditioning chilled water for the
City Jall Annex. (Laid over from April 26, 1979)
Mr. Carlson, Director of Finance and Management Services, said it was suggested
by the City Attorney that a resolution be adopted approving this contract because
it involves easements.
Councilwoman Butler raised questions about the cost of purchasing water and it
was agreed that copies of the agreement should be circulated to Council Members.
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the resolution be laid over until next Tuesday,
May 1st and that copies of the agreement be circulated to_ Councilpersons.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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57529.
April 26th, 1979.
C.F. No. 272847.
Resolution authorizing agreements between the city and the Corp of Engineers
providing emergency repairs"to the Flood Control System.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272848.
Resolution commending Harry Springer for his services as General Manager of the
Metropolitan Transit Commission/Transit Operating Division and wishing him continued
success in future endeavors.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272849.
Resolution approving Contract for Sale of Land for Private Redevelopment between
HRA and Farm Credit Banks relating to the sale and redevelopment of Parcel G-9
in Community Development District No. 17.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272850.
Resolution approving agreement between the city, State of Minnesota, HRA and
Farm Credit Banks relating to the development of Parcel G-92 Community Development
District 17 and adjacent right-of-way improvements in Robert Street.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272851.
Resolution authorizing a reward of $1,000 for information leading to the arrest
and conviction of the person or persons involved in killing of the polar bear at
the City's Como Zoo.
Councilman Tedesco said he has been informed that the people who turned in information
might not want the money and in that case it should go for the purchase of a bear.
Councilman Levine referred to general vandalism throughout the city and said the
police acted quir_kly and the resolution will indicate that this kind of violence
will not be tolerated.
Councilwoman Hunt said she will support the resolution but we should consider the
whole court process and she thinks there should be a good court program involving
restitution.
Councilman Maddox also encouraged a good restitution program.
Councilman Levine emphasized that the persons if found guilty should be punished
severely because they could cause the same problems to human beings.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco referred to his request in 1970 for funding watchmen at the zoo \
and he said he will ask the City Attorney to prepare a resolution authorizing
a watchman and one half.
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this point and returned later in the
meeting.
C.F. No. 272811. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 331:02 of the Legislative Code and establishing
guidelines for the continuances of adversary hearings concerning license
revocations, suspensions, or denials and permitting assessing costs for witnesses and a
court reporter.
Laid over to May 1st for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 272852. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 310.02 `e1 of the Legislative.Code and permitting
the holder of a 3.2 beer license andn on -sale wine license to submit one
$3,000 surety bond in compliance with both Chapters 310 and 308 of the code.
Laid over to May 3rd for Second Reading.
Claim of Carlson Sewer Company by Attorney Larry Neilson, 1170 Northern Federal
Bldg., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on April 23, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Prudential Property and Casualty Insurance Company, P.O. Box 9314,
Minneapolis, Minnesota, filed on April 23, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Raymond J. Simek, 1459 Berkeley Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
April 23, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Helen J. Cooke versus the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
57530 � \
April 26th, 1979.
Third Party Summons in the matter of William and Lorraine Larson versus NSP,
Summit Court, Inc. and the City.
Referred to the City Attorney.
C.F. No. 272853.
Resolution granting a transfer of Private Club License of Gopher Lodge
No. 105 I.B.P.O.E. VFW from 908 University Avenue to 739 Selby Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272854.
Resolution granting transfer AND approval of change of officer and stockholder
in Restaurant License of Kee's Chow Mein, Inc. at 1612 White Bear Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272855.
Resolution granting transfer of Gas Station and other licenses from Albert
Schlangen at 2058 Grand Avenue to Richard Knorr at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272856.
Resolution granting Drive -In Restaurant License to Gilbert and Beryl Rosenthal
at 450 N. Lexington Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272857.
Resolution granting Drive -In Restaurant License. to William Erb at 280 W.
Seventh Street.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272858.
Resolution granting Drive -In Restaurant License to Mal Clem Investment
Corporation at 565 Earl Street. \
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Naps - 0
Councilman Tedesco returned to the meeting at this point and Councilman Levine
left the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 272859.
Resolution approving payment of $47.14 to Florence Trenter, $549.84 to Preferred
Risk Insurance Companies and Gregory J. Aamodt and $161.69 to Michael Rodriguez
from the Tort Liability Fund in settlement of their respective claims.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272860.
Resolution authorizing payment of $363.20 to Kathleen and Terrance Cullen,
$190.60 to Victor Wittgenstein, Jr. and $150.00 to Melvin and Lorraine Nelson
from the Tort Liability Fund in settlement of their respective claims.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
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57531.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL'
10:00 A.M.
May 1st, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President
Hozza...7
Absent - No one.
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of grading and paving Hawthorne Avenue from Westminster St.
to Arkwright St. under P.O. 272580.
Councilwoman Butler moved that this order and the following two orders relating
to Hawthorne Avenue be laid over for three weeks to May 22nd, 1979 with new notices
to property owners.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing a sanitary sewer in Hawthorne Avenue from
Westminster St. to Arkwright St. under P.O. 272581.
(Laid over three weeks to May 22nd, 1979)
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of condemning an easement for slopes, cuts and fills in connection
with the grading and surfacing of Hawthorne Avenue from Westminster to Arkwright
under P.O. 272582.
(Laid over to May 22nd, 1979)
C.F. No. 272861. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of improving Sheridan Avenue from Cleveland Avenue to Edgcumbe Rd.
under P.O. 272739.
Councilwoman Butler said the Public Works Committee originally opposed the order
because the Parks Department was not present to explain the matter but now there
is agreement on financing and on the proposed design.
Mr. Piram of the Community Services Department said a compromise has been worked
out and at the question of Councilman Hozza no one appeared in opposition to the
curve design as proposed.
Mr. David Fox, 1905 Sheridan, said in the last two summers he and several other
neighbors had basements flooded and he asked about storm sewer construction while
the street is being repaired.
Mr. Kuhfeld of the Public Works Department said before the project was initiated
the department determined that additional storm sewers were not necessary and they
had not received any complaints. He said storm sewer work would be expensive
because of the rock base and the department didn't feel it was warranted.
Margo Fox said the backup was raw sewage and they were told there were shallow
sewers in the area.
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks the sewer proposal would delay this improvement
for some years and Councilman Levine said he thinks a meeting should be called
in the area to answer questions of the residents.
James Litman of the Homecroft Community Association said they could call a meeting
but the South West Community Council should coordinate the meeting and Councilwoman
Butler suggested that the Public Works Department call and coordinate a meeting.
Councilwoman Butler moved approval of the order with the understanding that the
Public Works Department would call ,an informational meeting in the area to discuss
various questions and the sewer and with the improvement not to begin until after
the questions are resolved.'
Mr. Nelson, 1894 Sheridan, urged parking on the south side rather than the north
side of the street and 'Councilman Maddox asked that Mr. Mangel of the Parking
Commission be represented at -the area meeting.
Mr. Kuhfeld`said the Traffic-Engineer.was consulted and reviewed the parking
Proposal.
Roll call on .the motion.
Adopted. Yeas-- 7 Nays - 0
57532.
May 1st, •1979.
C.F.
No. 272811. THIRD READING
An ordinance amending Chapter 331.02 of. the Legislative Code and establishing
guidelines for the continuances of adversary hearings concerning license
revocations, suspensions,or denials and permitting assessing costs for witnesses
and a court reporter:
Laid over to May 8th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 272823. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amendingSection 308.34 (b) of the Legislative Code permitting the
Council to re -issue dormant liquor licenses displaced by eminent domain or the
threat of eminent domain.
Laid over to May 3rd for Third Reading.
Claim of Clayton Johnson, 1172 W. Idaho, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
April 25, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of David Johnson, 1952 Fairmount Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
April 26, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Michael P. Tierney, 161 Cambridge, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
April 26, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Karl Van D'Elden versus City of St. Paul
and others.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Margaret Mulligan versus City of St. Paul
and others.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Petition to rezone to a Planned Development District property on Lower Afton
Road near McKnight Rd.
Referred to the Finance Department for check as to sufficiency. \
Petition to rezone from R-2 to B-2 property at 425 Ruth St. aka part of
Lot 5, Block 1, Hudson Road Gardens.
Referred to the Finance Department for check as to sufficiency.
Letter of the Finance Department reporting that a petition to rezone part of
Lot 13 and all of Lots 14 and 15, Block 2, Gilbert's Addition is sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Comraission for recommendation.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending that the Council set a date of
hearing for May 29, 1979 to consider the petition of Modular Homes of
Minnesota, Inc. for the vacation of Barclay St. from Burns Avenue to McLean.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending that the Council set a date of
hearing for May 29, 1979 to consider the petition of Minnesota Mining and
Manufacturing Company and others for the vacation of Air Rights over Reaney Avenue
between Mendota and Forest.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Letter of Group Health Plan, Inc. in notification of change of benefits to
bring the City group contract into compliance with the New Pregnancy Discrimination
Act.
Filed.
Letter of the State Department of Administration notifying interested parties
that the Minnesota Cable Communications Board approved the Cable Service
Territory consisting of the corporate boudaries of Minneapolis.
Filed.
Notice of Hearing from the State Energy Agency in the matter of proposed
adoption of rules governing the permissible hours of operation, the quantity
and the efficiency of outdoor display lighting. '
Filed.
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May 1st, 1979.
Administrative Orders:
D 4877 - Change Order, No. 7, adding $517.50 to the Orchard Recreation Center
Contract with James Steele Construction Co.
D 4878 - Change Order, No. 8, adding $1,018.90 to the Orchard Recreation Center
Contract'with James Steele Construction Co.
D 4879 - Change Order No. 44, adding $8,410.00 to the contract for renovation
of the St. Paul Public Library Environmental Systems with Axel Newman
Plumbing and heating.
D 4880 - Workers' Compensation Award to Hazel Haltiner Hines, surviving widow
of Conrad L. Haltiner, deceased employee of the Department of Police.
C.F. No. 272862.
Resolution amending Section 49 entitled "AGE" of the Civil Service Rules so as
to bring the City requirements into conformity with the new Federal Retirement
Law. (Second Reading and Adoption; recommended for approval by the Finance Committee)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272863.
Resolution authorizing Blue Cross and Blue Shield to amend City Health Care
Contracts to comply with Public Law No. 95 relating to pregnancy benefits.
(Second Reading and Adoption - recommended for approval by the Finance Committee)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272864.
Resolution authorizing purchase of air conditioning chilled water for the
City Hall Annex. (Laid over from Thursday, April 26, 1979)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272865.
Resolution approving the appointments of A. Wali Naibi and Thomas Reiter to
the Board of Appeals and Review. (Naibi term to expire Nov. 22, 1981 and
Reiter term, November 12, 1981)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0 \
C.F. No. 272866.
Resolution accepting Deed of Dedication and Grant of Easement from HRA for
the easterly 2.0 feet of Lot 1 and Lot 12, Block 20, Roberts and Randalls
Addition.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Resolution requesting that State Competitive Bidding Act be amended to allow the
City of St. Paul to enact "Buy American" legislation as a city ordinance.
Councilwoman Hunt asked for the definition of "Buy American" legislation and
Ms. Flinsch gave the background of the request for such legislation.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the resolution be referred to the Legislation Committee
for recommendation and the resolution was ordered referred to committee by
President Hozza.
C.F. No. 272868.
Preliminary Order for the grading and paving and construction of concrete
curb and gutter AND construction of storm sewer in California Avenue from
Payne Avenue to Parkway Drive AND setting date of public hearing for May 29,
1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272869.
Preliminary Order for the construction of a sanitary sewer in California Ave.
from Payne Ave.. to Greenbrier St. AND setting date of public hearing for May 29,
1979. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 7
C.F. No. 272870.
Preliminary Order for the construction of a water main and water service connections
on California Ave. from Payne Ave. to Parkway Dr., AND setting date of public hearing
for May 29, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272871.:
Preliminary Order for the condemning and taking of an easement in the land
necessary for surfacing of California Ave. from Payne Ave. to Parkway Dr.,
AND setting date of public hearing for May 29, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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57534.
May 1st, 1979.
C.F. No. 272872.
Preliminary Order for the construction of a storm relief sewer to be known
as the Fry -Sherburne Relief System AND setting date of public hearing for
May 29, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 272873.
Resolution granting transfer of Taxicab License No. 3 from John Zahradka
dba City Wide Cab Co., 203 N. Dale St. to Val H. Staples at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F., No. 272874.
Resolution granting transfer of On Sale Liquor License, Sunday On Sale Liquor
License, Restaurant, Tavern, Off Sale Malt Beverage and Cigarette Licenses from
O'Connor Enterprises, Inc. at 369 Cedar St. to Entertainment Enterprises, Inc.
at the same address doing business as the Blue Chip.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0 Abstention - 1 (Maddox)
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
C.F. No. 272875.
:resolution granting Bingo Game License to Sacred Heart Bazaar Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272876.
Resolution granting renewal of various Sunday On Sale Liquor Licenses.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272877.
Resolution granting renewal of Sunday On Sale Liquor Licenses to persons as
listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272878.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272879.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272880.
Resolution granting various new licenses.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272881.
Resolution granting renewal of various licenses.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza asked various Councilmen if they had been contacted by
members of the Legislature regarding proposed legislation which would establish
a uniform municipal election date and there was some discussion and Councilman Hozza
said he will try to reconstruct the facts.
Councilman Hozza referred to a hearing before the License Committee tomorrow
concerning the Sauna License of Cindy Russell and he said her attorney called
and said he would be in court on another matter and asked for a continuance to
May 16th.
There was no opposition and it was agreed that tomorrow the matter would be continued
to May 16th.
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
Councilman Maddox introduced Mr. Gagnon to give a presentation on the Minnesota
Lakers.
Mr. Gagnon appeared and reviewed the proposal of the Minnesota Lakers to establish
a Triple A Football Team in the Twin City Area with its major thrust in St. Paul
and he referred to the tryout dates, their schedule and ticket prices and said a
majority of the games will be held at Midway Stadium.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the rules be suspended to consider three resolutions
not on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
May 1st, 1979. 57535.V
C.F. No. 272882.
Resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of $4,865,000 General Obligation
Bonds to be used for Capital Improvements authorized by the Capital Improvement
Budget for the year 1979 and authorizing the Public Works Department to expend
funds in its general fund operating budget for projects contained in the adopted
Capital Improvement Budget for 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272883.
Resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of $2,655,000 General Obligation
Bonds for Water Pollution Abatement Sewer Projects.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 1 (Butler)
C.F. No. 272884.
Resolution authorizing an agreement with the County of Ramsey to provide for the
City's sale to the County of City -produced asphalt.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco asked to be excused the week of May 21st, Councilman Hozza askei
to be excused the week of May 14th and Councilman Levine asked to be excused on
May 2nd.
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the requests be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Butler again referred to a previous discussion today concerning
proposed state legislation on a uniform municipal election date and she said
the Council opposed this item last year and she thinks the same resolution should
be adopted.
Councilwoman Hunt asked that the resolution contain a request for local consent
as a part of the proposed legislation.
Councilwoman Butler moved that a resolution be drafted similar to previous action
concerning the uniform municipal election date.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be recessed to 7:30 P.M.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0 (10:50 A.M.)
7:30 P.M.
The meeting was ordered reconvened by President Hozza at 7:30 P.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President
Hozza...7
Absent - No one
President Hozza announced that the purpose of tonights meetings is to hear testimony
concerning the proposed Job Corp Center on the Bethel College Site and he outlined
the Council procedures and said sign up sheets are being circulated and a request
has been received to show a movie at the start of the meeting.
Mr. Brent Lewis of the Manpower Office presented a movie on the operation of Job
Corps throughout the nation.
Mr. Ron Riach, attorney representing the coalition of residents,said it should be
pointed out that they are not opposed to the Job Corp but are opposed to a setting
within a residential area and he urged that a resolution be adopted supporting the
request for an environmental impact statement. He reviewed the court proceeding
on the matter and referred to problems they had entering testimony and he referred
to problems with other Job Corp Centers around the nation. He emphasized that the
opposition of the people is not to the program but to its location and he said they
have been unable to present the facts to anyone until tonight and now is the time
to assist in the fact finding process.
Mr. Nick Schneider, 1344 Arona, referred to negative and positive actions and
made recommendations for vocational training and counseling programs.
Tom Nord, 1488 Holton and a member of the Como -Falcon Heights Community Council,
referred to a study on the locality of Job Corp Centers in other parts,of the nation
and referred to comments made about other job center locations and he read letters
of officials of other cities referring to problems with Job Corp Centers. He said
they were told the only site considered was Bethel but a report referred to the
priority of the Hopkins site.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Frank Guzman representing the Spanish Speaking Affairs Council said he is also
a member of the Mayor's Manpower Committee and they support and endorse the Job
Corp Center at the Bethel site.
Joe Doyle, 1357 Asbury, referred to two new vocational programs which will exceed
the Job Corp Program and that concentrate on unemployed and he said the St. Paul
Schools just received information on these programs yesterday and he urged that the
Job Corp be totally rejected.
Manual Guerarao of the Mayor's Hispanic Advisory Committee said there are 16,000
Hispanics living in the city and this is an opportunity for job training.
Henry Johnson, 1420 Sheldon, said he is a member of the District 10 Council and they
should be involved but have not been contacted by many committees working in the
area and District 10 voted in favor of the EIS and the citizens in the area deserve
the Council's support.
Alberto Hernandez Alcala, 1162 Selby, expressed concern for the poor people of
St. Paul who the Job Corp will serve and he said the EIS will take two years
and kill the project and he hopes that the decision will take into consideration
the poor people of St. Paul.
Gary Oakins, 1415 Arona, said the area was never polled and the people don't want
the Job Corp in the area and he suggested the use of the Naval Air Station.
Edith Larson Griffin, 2285 Doswell, said she is Board President of Women in
Community Services and she spoke in support of the Job Corp Center.
Don Carlson, 1446 Arona, referred to many homes in the area for sale because of
the threat they perceive the Job Corp will be and he urged support of the EIS
which will stop destruction of his neighborhood.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Carlson said he doesn't know if a
previous request was made to the Council for support of the EIS.
Councilwoman Butler said she is sure a request has been made before and Councilwoman
Hunt said Mr. Fritz has appeared but has not made such a request.
Mary Rantila, 1576 Ames, referred to the good experience of her brother in the
job corp and to his successful vocational training.
Jack Bacon, 4 Maple Lane and representing the Brotherhood of Railroad and Airline
Clerks, explained their good experiences with the job corp for training of their
employees.
Donna Bradley, 1371 Asbury, referred to discussions with representatives of
officials in Texas concerning a proposed job corp site and to the reoccurring
theme that government cannot be trusted and she read an affidavit of one student
stating the job corp did not solve his problems.
Judy Oakins, 1415 Arona, said one of the concerns of residents is that they don't \
know where they will go or who they will call if they have problems.
Jerry Dicks, 1515 No. Pascal, spoke in favor of the establishment of the Job
Corp Center at Bethel.
John Lalalestra, 1433 California, said the City of Falcon Heights and its businessmen
endorsed an EIS and he did a lot of reading and attended many meetings and the issue
is where the Job Corp should be placed. He said there is a real concern that students
not be put in a center in a residential area and he referred to other governmental
bodies and agencies who have endorsed the EIS.
Ms. Howard, 25 Seymour Avenue, Minneapolis, said she is a Job Corp Screener and
she dislikes to see students shipped out of state to school.
Bruce Holter, 160 No. Lexington Parkway, said he thinks some of the opposition
is based on race and the EIS is not necessary.
Calvin Dahm, 235 Exeter Place, read a statement in support of the Job Corp Center.
Mike Fritz, 1348 Arona, referred to over 800 pages and 6 hours of testimony on the
problems of Job Corp Centers and referred to other officials and bodies who have
endorsed the EIS.
Donna Carlson, 1446 Arona, said the EIS is being requested to find out if the
fears are justified and how they will be dealt with.
Jim Robinson, 512 Laurel and representing the NAACP, said he feels there are racial
overtones involved and he supports the Job Corp Center in Minnesota and at the Bethel
site.
Mel Harris a resident of Minneapolis said he has been involved in four Job Corp
Centers and he urged the Council not to be swayed by emotionalism and he said there
is a need for a job corp.
Ed Retka a resident of Minneapolis and State Job Corp Coordinator, expressed the
need for a Job Corp Center in Minnesota.
Tony DeZiel, business representative of the Trades and Labor Assembly, said the
Trades and Labor Assembly endorses the Job Corp Center.
James Mann, 716 Dayton, said there is a city committee on Job Corp and all the
answers can be obtained right here.
Arthur Rubin a resident of Oakdale said he worked for the Lincoln and Omaha
Job Corp Centers and doesn't thinks the Bethel site will be ravaged by a Job Corp
Center.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Alice Rubin said she has worked for a Job Corp Program and is in support of the
proposal.
Willie Mae Wiison, 168 No. Lexington and Executive Director of the St. Paul Urban
League, spoke in support of the Job Corp Center at Bethel and said she thinks it is
an ideal site.
Charles Dierich spoke in support of the Job Corp Center'.
Councilman Hozza entered into the record a letter of County Commissioner John
Finley urging that the Council concur in the County Board position in support of
the EIS.
An unidentified man said he lives across from the Bethel College Site and he doesn't
think there are racial problems in the area.
Bridgett Adams, 1508 Asbury, said the main issue is the location of the Job Corp.
Henry Johnson of the District 10 Council asked who appoints the Ad Hoc Committee
and Mr. Lewis of the Manpower-Office.said the Ad Hoc Committee is appointed by the
Mayor with concurrence by the Council.
Councilwoman Butler said the intent of her motion that established this meeting
was to give residents a chance to raise concerns and she resents the fact that
those in support appeared and,a film supporting Job Corp Centers was shown.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the Council support.an environmental impact statement
and she saidshe also doesn'tbelieve the federal government and if the Job Corp
was that great thegovernmentwould, welcome the EIS and she said her motion would
be to instruct the City Attorney,to=prepare a resolution supporting the EIS.
Councilwoman Hunt said she feels the Council agreed toholda hearing without limits
on who should appear and she .will not support an EIS and the Council people have been
aware of the issue for a long., time.-She.said'if an EIS is to be called it should
have been called at the start of the process and not at this point.
Mayor Latimer said he agrees with the comments of Councilwoman Hunt and he also
asked about legal consequences of the proposed Councils action.
Mr. Segal, Assistant City Attorney,; said he understands the intent of the motion
to bring the matter to the attention of the court and Councilwoman Butler said her
resolution would support the EIS and influence the federal government.
Mayor Latimer said the matter'is.before the court of appeals and the question is
whether the resolution would be received by the court and Mr. Segal said he assumes
one of the parties would bring the resolution .to the attention of the court and
the Department of Labor.
Councilwoman Butler said she would add to her motion a provision that copies be
sent to the Department of Labor; District Court and Senators and Representatives
from Minnesota.
Councilman Maddox said he thinks government was responsible for a typical mess up
and he referred to the attitude that, young people need help but not in our neighborhood.
He said he thinks an EIS would give a lot of people false hopes and he would be
in support of Councilwoman Showalter's resolution with restrictions and he will
vote against the motion.
Roll call on the motion.
Yeas.- 3 (Butler, Levine, Tedesco)
Nays - 4 (Hunt, Showalter, Maddox, Hozza)
Motion failed of adoption.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
May 2,_1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL,'MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Hozza at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilwomen Butler, Showalter, Councilmen Maddox, Tedesco, President Hozza ... 5
Absent - Councilwoman Hunt, Councilman Levine...2 (Councilwoman Hunt arrived at a point
during the meeting).
Bingo Application - East Side Skating Club, Inc., 862 White Bear Aveune, 25 periods.
(Helen Emeott, Treasurer, and Kay Tschida, Manager, notified to attend).
Mr. Carchedi reviewed the application and recommended approval.
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the application be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays 0
Bingo Application --St. Charles Society, Little Sisters of the Poor, 459 Wabasha Street,
51 periods. (Richard H. Martens, Jr., President, and Kathryn Snyder, Manager, notified
to attend).
Mr. Carchedi reviewed the application and recommended approval.
Councilman Tedesco moved that the application be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays"- 0
Bingo Application - Shop Pond Gang, Inc., 1079 Rice Street, 51 periods. (Philip J.
Kostolnik, Treasurer, and Robert Kusterman, Manager, notified to attend).
Mr. Carchedi reviewed the application and recommended approval.
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the application be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt arrived at this point in the meeting.
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License issued to Edward P. Serwa, \
Inc. at 1082-84 Arcade Street to Eugene D. Ricci at the same address. (Eugene D.
Ricci notified to attend).
Mr. Carchedi reviewed the application and recommended approval and the following resolu-
tion was submitted.
C.E. No. 272885.
Resolution granting transfer of On Sale Liquor License, Sunday On Sale Liquor License,
Restaurant, Tavern, Off Sale Malt Beverages and Cigarette Licenses from Edward P.
Serwa, Inc. at 1082-84 Arcade Street to Eugene D. Ricci at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Application for a Tavern License by R. R. Enterprises, Inc. and Arline Viner, On
Sale Liquor Licensee at 201-5 E. Fourth Street, doing business as Ryan's Corner.
(Thomas R. Ryan notified to attended).
Mr. Carchedi reviewed the application and recommended approval and the following resolu-
tion was submitted.
C.F. No. 272886.
Resolution granting Tavern License to T. R. Enterprises, Inc. and Arline Viner at 201-5
E. Fourth Street, doing business as Ryan's Corner.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Public Hearing on the Masseuse License issued to Barbara Ann Walker. (Recommended for
revocation by the Division of License and Permit Administration).
Mr. Garvey of the City Attorney Office said he has been informed that Ms. Walker is
no longer represented by Attorney Earl: Gray.
President Hozza asked if Ms. Walker or her attorney are present and no one appeared.
Mr. Carchedi, License Inspector, was sworn in and answered questions of Mr. Garvey con-
cerning proper notice to the Licensee.
Sergeant Fabio was sworn in and answered questions of Mr. Garvey concerning the arrest
of Ms. Walker.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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May 2, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Mr. Garvey said it is the recommendation of the License Inspector that
the License be revoked and Councilman Maddox moved that the Masseuse License
issued to Barbara Ann Walker be revoked.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Public Hearing on the Masseuse'License issued to Gloria Jean Williams. (Recommended
for revocation by the Division of License and Permit Administration).
Mr. Garvey of the City Attorney's Office explained the charge to Ms.Willaims and
said she did not appear for court hearing and there is a bench warrant out for her
arrest.
President Hozza asked if Ms. Williams or her attorney were present and no one appeared.
Mr. Carchedi answered questions of Mr. Garvey concerning proper notice to the Licensee
and Sergeant Bohn answered questions of Mr. Garvey concerning the arrest of Ms.Williams.
Mr. Garvey said it is the recommendation of the License Inspector that the License
be revoked and Councilwoman Butler moved that the Masseuse License issued to Gloria
Jean Williams be revoked.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Public Hearing on the Sauna License issued to Cindy Russell at 54 W. Seventh Street,
doing business as the Penthouse Sauna. (Recommended for revocation by the Division
of License and Permit Administration).
It was noted that the attorney for the Licensee had previously requested that this
matter be continued because he is in court on another matter and Councilwoman Showalter
moved that the hearing be continued to May 16, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Public Hearing on the Second Hand Motor Vehicle Parts Dealer License issued to John
Darlow at 1515 Rice Street. (Recommended for revocation by the Division of License
and Permit Administration. This matter was previously considered on April 25, 1979).
President Hozza asked if Mr. Darlow or his attorney are present and no one appeared.
Mr. Garvey said that since the meeting started Mr. Carchedi tried to contact the
attorney for Mr. Darlow and was informed that he no longer represented Mr. Darlow
and he also tried to contact Mr. Darlow and no one answered the telephone.
At the question of'Mr. Garvey, Mr. Carchedi said he personally inspected the premises
and viewed the accumulation and dismantling of automobiles and his present License
allows the sale of parts only but no dismantling on the site and it is the recommendation
that the License be revoked for'allowing accumulation and dismantling of automobiles
on the premises.
Mr. Garvey reminded the Council that a License was renewed to Mr. Darlow with the
understanding that he would proceed to discontinue the business at that address.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the Second Band Motor Vehicle Parts Dealer License
issued to John Darlow at 1515 Rice Street be revoked.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays 0
Councilwoman Butler asked about the status of the Liquor Investigator and President
Hozza said he talked with Mr. Hunegs, who is aware of the intent of the Council that
the investigation be completed as soon as possible, and he will again contact Mr.
Hunegs about his acceptance of the resolution.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be rnea.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Ab—.-'I�URNED kTfIf f.M*
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1C:00 A.M.
May 3rd, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS- CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Mr. Vice President Tedesco...6
Absent - Council President Hozza...1
Approval of minutes of City Council Meetings of April 10, 11, 12, 16 and 17, 1979.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the minutes be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Mr. Vice President Tedesco said that Councilman Hozza has asked to be excused
from todays meeting and Councilwoman Hunt moved that the request be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272823. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Section 308.34 (b) of the Legislative Code permitting
the Council to reissue dormant liquor licenses displaced by eminent domain or
the threat of eminent domain.
Laid over to May 10th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 272852. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 310.02 (e) of.the Legislative Code and permitting
the holder of a 3.2 beer license and an On Sale Wine License to submit one $3,000
surety bond in compliance with both Chapters 310 and 308 of the Code.
Laid over to May 8th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 272887. FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating the St. Paul City Hall and Ramsey County Courthouse
as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to May 10th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 272888. FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating the Governor's Residence, 1006 Summit Avenue, as a
Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to May 10th for Second Reading.
C.E. No. 272889. FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating the Blair Flats (Angus Hotel), 165 Western Avenue,
as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to May 10th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 272890. FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating the Adolph Muench House, 653 E. 5th St., as a
Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to May 10th for Second Reading.
C.E. No. 272891. FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating the James J. Hill House, 240 Summit Avenue, as a
Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to May 10th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 272892. FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating the Ward Beebe House, 2022 Summit Avenue, as a
Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to May 10th for Second Reading.
Claim of American Family Insurance Group,, 6131 Blue Circle Drive, P.O. Box 1246,
Minneapolis, Minnesota, filed on April 30, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
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Claim of Mike Hanson by Attorney Louise Miller O'Neil, 701. Summit Avenue,
St. Paul, Minnesota,,filed on April 30, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of John M. Lupo III, 1186.Prosperity. Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
April 30, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company; 1500 West Highway 36,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on Apri1.30, 1979, was read.
Referred to the.City Attorney's Office.
Notice from the State Department of Revenue.in the application of the City of
St. Paul for relief in the assessed valuation of certain real estate described
in application No. 281473.
Filed.
Notice of Hearing from the State Department of Revenue in the proposed adoption
of rules governing ad valorem.(property) taxes imposed on utility companies.
Filed.
Notice of Hearing from the State Dept. of Agriculture -in proposed rules of
the Livestock Sanitary Board.
Filed.
Administrative Orders:
D 4881 - Payment of $209 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Roland Geehan
Dept. of Community Services Employee.
D 4882 - Payment of $1,086.80 from the Worker's Compensation Account to
Joseph A. Nelson, Dept. of Community Services Employee.
D 4883 - Increase of $12,158.00 in change..orders to Sheehy Construction Co.,
for the City Hall Annex Phase I.
D 4884 - Payment of $35.00 per hour for a total of $175.00 to David Zander
for teaching of a.course in "Principles of Learning" to members
of the St., Paul Police Dept.
D 4885 - Extension of contract time to Sheehy Construction Company for
construction of two Skyway Pedestrian Bridges in District #17. \
D 4886 - Authorization to hire John Kenna for appraisal services for the
Kellogg Bridge.replacement project.
D 4887 - Establishment by the HRA of Fair Market Value of properties as listed
4888 in Rice Marion Phase II project.
4889
D 4890 - Additions of $856.00 for High Water Warning Lights for six lift stations
in the Sewage Lift Station Rehabilitation Projects,.
C.F. No. 272893.
Resolution amending the Civil Service _Rules by inserting the title Program Coordinator
in Section 6, Grade 16 under the heading "Professional -Administrative" Group
AND amending Section 49 by inserting its specifications.. (Second Reading & Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 272894.
Resolution approving actions of the St. Paul Board of Appeals and Review with
respect to property at 265 Dayton Avenue and 1120 Burns Avenue (Raymond Farrell
and Gary Market, respective appellants).
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272895.
Resolution transferring.$250.00 from Contingency Reserve to Ad Hoc Committee on
Job Corps Newsletter Publication.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272896.
Resolution reappointing Councilman Hozza to the Metropolitan Airports Commission
for a term to end.July 1, 1981.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays 0 .
C.F. No. 272897.
Resolution designating May 17 - 19.,,1979 as Girl Scout Building Dedication Days and.
urging tours of the recently selected St. Paul headquarters for the Girl Scout
Council of the St. Croix Valley.
Councilwoman Showalter asked that the resolution be read into the record and
Judy Miller, representing the Girl Scouts expressed appreciation for the resolution
and invited Council:Members to attend the open house.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272898.
Resolution granting Buil-ding Contractor Licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272899.
Resolution accepting the proposed plat of Riverview Industrial Park No. 5
as recommended and approved by the Director of Public Works.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272900.
Resolution accepting a deed from the Housing -and Redevelopment Authority for
a permanent easement for storm sewer purposes necessary for the St. Albans
Storm Sewer Tunnel project.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 272901.
Resolution granting license to Robert Gordon dba City Wide Cab Co. to operate
one motor vehicle as taxicab.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272902.
Resolution approving sponsorship of the bicycle safety poster contest for
elementary school students.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272903.
Preliminary Order in the matter of constructing a storm sewer in a permanent
utility easement from Winthrop St. to Gabriel Rd. AND setting a date of hearing
for June 5, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272904.
Preliminary Order in the matter of constructing a sanitary sewer in a permanent
utility easement from Winthrop St. to Gabriel Rd. extended.and in Gabriel Rd.
from the permanent utility easement to approximately 430 feet northerly AND
setting a date of hearing for June 5, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272905.
Preliminary Order in the matter of opening, widening and extending Gabriel
Rd. and condemning a 35 foot wide permanent utility easement and a temporary \
construction easement AND setting a date of public hearing for June 5, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272906.
Preliminary Order in the matter of constructing a water main in a permanent utility
easement from Winthrop St. to Gabriel Rd. and in Gabriel Rd. from the permanent
utility easement to approximately 430 feet northerly AND setting a date of hearing
for June 5, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272907.
Preliminary Order in the matter of improving Jackson St. between Maryland Avenue
and Arlington Ave. by reconstructing the bridge which carries Jackson St. over
the tracks of the Burlington Northern Track AND setting a date of hearing for
June 5, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272908.
Preliminary Order in the matter of improving Benhill Road from St. Clair to
Victoria (District 16) under the Residential Street Paving Program AND
setting a date of hearing for June 5, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 272909.
Resolution approving assessment for constructing a public storm sewer in Upper
Afton Road from Burns Avenue to Millercrest Lane under P.O. 268021 AND setting
a date of hearing for June 5, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272910.
Resolution approving assessment for constructing a sanitary sewer in Upper
Afton Road from Millercrest Lane to Kennard Ct. and in Millercrest Lane 400 feet
south of Upper Afton Rd. under P.O. 268022 AND setting a date of hearing for
June 5, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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C.F. No. 272911.
Resolution rescinding C.F. 272799, adopted April 17, 1979, which approved the
transfer of Off Sale Liquor License from Applebaum's Food Markets, Inc. at
2023 Marshal. to The Applebaum Companies, Inc. at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272912.
Resolution recognizing the District 13 -Consortium as the General District Planning
Council for District 13 and transferring $10,000 from CD Budget -Contingency to
District 13 Consortium. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 272913.
Resolution authorizing expenditure of $22,180.00 on behalf of the Community Housing
Corporation to the CETA Program.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272916.
Resolution expressing concern on proposed State Legislation providing for a
uniform election day and requesting a provision for local option to the
City of St. Paul.
Councilwoman Hunt explained the proposed resolution and referred to a second draft
which has also been prepared.
Councilman Maddox said he agrees with a fall election date in odd years but doesn't
like the legislature telling the city how to run its elections and he would agree
to the legislation provided the local option was in the bill.
After some discussion it wag agreed -that the longer version of the proposed resolution
be adopted with amendments and Councilwoman Butler moved that the resolution be
amended to add a paragraph pointing out that the City of St. Paul has a homerule
charter providing for elections and it was agreed that this paragraph and an
additional paragraph should be added to the resolution providing that all bills
of a local nature carry a local consent clause.
Roll call on the resolution as amended.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Butler moved that the rules be suspended to consider resolutions not \
on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272914.
Resolution approving an agreement relating to the relocation of Industrial Steel
Container Company and Lease providing for temporary continued occupancy at its
present site.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272915.
Resolution accepting the proposed plat entitled Crispus Attucks Addition.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
It was noted that Frances Wistrcill, 716 W. Minnehaha Avenue, had requested to be
heard and is not present in the Council Chambers.
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 /^a Nays - 0
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10:00 A.M.
MAY '8th, .1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:05 A.M.
Present — Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Maddox, Showalter, Mr. Vice President Tedesco ... 5
Absent - Councilman Levine, President Hozza... 2 (Councilman Levine arrived at a point
during the meeting)
Mr. Vice President Tedesco said President Hozza is at the State Capitol regarding
legislation affecting the city's interests and asked to be excused from the
Council meeting.
It was so ordered.
Approval of minutes of City Council Meetings of April 18, 19, 24, April 25 (A.M. and
P.M.) and April 26, 1979.
Councilwoman Showalter moved approval.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Petition of the Minnehaha Bowling Center, Inc. for the vacation of part of Seminary
Avenue near Milton and Chatsworth Streets.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending approval subject to certain
terms and conditions.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the City Attorney be requested to prepare a resolution
granting the petition.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Petition of the City of St. Paul for the vacation of parts of Lots 3 and 4,
Block 30, West St. Paul Real Estate and Improvement Syndicate Addition No. 2.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending approval subject to certain
terms and conditions.
No one appeared in opposition. /
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the City Attorney be requested to prepare a resolution
granting the petition.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine arrived at this point in the meeting.
C.F. No. 272917. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of the construction of an Ornamental Lighting System on E. Third
St. from Maria Avenue to Johnson Parkway. (P.O. 272786)
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272918. FINAL -ORDER.
In the matter of improving So. Robert St. between Concord St. and King St.
(P.O. 272787)
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272811. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. N0. 16519.
An ordinance amending Chapter 331.02 of the Legislative Code and establishing
guidelines for the continuances of adversary hearings concerning license revocations,
suspensions, or denials and permitting assessing costs for witnesses and a court reporter.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272852. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 310.02 (e) of the Legislative Code and permitting
the holder of a 3.2 beer license an On Sale Wine License to submit one $3,000
surety bond in compliance with both Chapters 310 and 308 of the code.
Laid over to May 15th for Final Adoption.
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C.F. No. 272919. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 353.02 of,the Legislative Code pertaining to
firewood sold in grocery stores. (License requirement)
Laid over to May 15th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 272920. FIRST READING.
An ordinance granting permission to the State of Minnesota to construct, operate,
and maintain chilled water lines under Wabasha St. connecting the State Capitol
Bldg. and the State Office Bldg.
Laid over to May 15th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 272921. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code pertaining to zoning
and rezoning property located on the north side of Ames Avenue between Hazelwood
and Kingsford, aka 1599 Ames Avenue.
Laid over to May 15th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 272922. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 328A.03 of the Legislative Code relating to trapping.
Laid over to May 15th for Second Reading.
Letter of the Chairman of the City Development and Transportation Committee
recommending approval of the Heritage Preservation Commission request for
consideration of historic site nominations for six downtown buildings.
Councilman Levine moved the City Attorney be requested to prepare ordinances
granting the applications of the St. Paul Building, the McColl Building, the
Pioneer/Endicott-Midwest Buildings, the Landmark Center, the St. Paul Public Library,
the James J. Hill Reference Library and the Minnesota Museum of Art as Historic
Preservation Sites.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Letter of the Chairperson of the Finance Committee transmitting the committee
recommendation of the Maddox resolution on residency.
Councilman Maddox moved the letter and resolution be referred to the City Development
Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt noted the resolution in question was the Hunt resolution on
residency and as author she requested it be withdrawn.
It was so ordered.
Claim of Mrs. Paulette Anderson, 1354 Westminster, 96102, St. Paul, Minnesota,
filed on May 3, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Lawrence Delmore, 1599 St. Anthony, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
May 3, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Firemans Fund Insurance Company, P.O. Box 9431, Minneapolis, Minnesota,
filed on May 1, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Gordon James Kampa, 435 West Eldridge, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
May 2, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Teresa E. Sullivan, 1740 Portland Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
May 2, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company, 1500 West Highway 36,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on May 3, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Notice of Hearing from the State Building Code Division in proposed rules for
training and certification of evaluators for energy disclosure program.
Filed.
Report from the Minnesota Department of Health covering an examination of plans
and specifications on sludge thickeners for St. Paul.
Filed.
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Administrative Orders:
D 4891 -.Payment of $2,561.00 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Ralph
M. Hietala, Department ofPublicWorks employee.
D 4892 — Addition of $3,215.33,to'contract for Merriam Park Community Center
for site work as specified.
C.E. No. 272923.
Resolution commending Suzanne Flinch for her outstanding service as City Attorney
and wishing her success in her future career.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution making the Ad Hoc Citizens Committee for the Job Corps Center at the
Old Bethel College site a permanent advisory committee and setting forth its
jurisdiction AND,�m�cing,other recommendations in `connection with the Job Corps
Center to insure safety of the neighborhood residents and protection of the
existing neighborhood environment.
Councilwoman Showalter said that in her opinion the resolution could be acted
upon and passed.
Councilwoman Butler said she thinks it appropriate to refer the resolution to
committee because some of the -conditions in the resolution would not be legal
according to law. She asked who the advisory committee was acting as advisors to
and she noted any restrictions on :elons would not be legal according to federal law.
Councilwoman Showalter said that provision is not in the resolution.
Councilman Maddox offered the following four -amendments: 1) Guarantees that full
and complete cooperation of the Police Department and'the Team Police to the
community and to the Job Corp Center. 2) That the Mayor and City Council be advised
of the Job Corp Project, its progress and activities on a monthly basis. 3) That
crime data analysis of the city and the neighborhood be scrutinized and monitored
on a quarterly basis and 4) That a member of the City Council be appointed to the
Job Corp Community Relations Committee.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the resolution together with Councilman Maddox's
proposed amendments be referred to the City Development and Transportation Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272924.
Resolution accepting an easement deed from the University of Minnesota necessary
for the Stella St. Storm Sewer construction.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272925.
Resolution granting refunds for Sewer Service Charges to firms as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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Councilman Maddox said that Mark Gagnon of the Twin Cities Lakers telephoned him
that he would be unable to make the presentation as scheduled at todays meeting.
Councilman Maddox said Mr. Gagnon would prefer setting up an informal meeting with
the City Council for some future: afternoon.
Mayor Latimer made a presentation to Mr. William Peter, Purchasing Agent, in
recognition of Mr. Peter's recent award as a National Institution Public Purchasing
Officer.
Mayor Latimer noted that only 200 persons nationally had been recipients of this
honor.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the meeting be adjourned:
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
May 9th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS CITY HALL AND COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr." Vice President Tedesco at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine,Maddox,Showalter, Mr. Vice President Tedesco ... 3
Absent - President Hozza...1
It was noted that Councilman Hozza has requested to be excused from a Tuesday,
Wednesday and Thursday, May 8th, 9th and 10th, City Council Meetings and Wednesday,
May 9th, HRA Board Meetings to attend meetings at the Legislature and Councilman
Maddox moved that the request be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 6' Nays - 0
Bingo Application - Hazel Park Commercial Club, Ladies Auxiliary, Inc., 862 White
Bear Avenue, 26 periods (Kathleen M. Trudell, President, and Claudia Willkom, Manager,
notified to attend).
Mr. Carchedi reviewed the application and recommended approval.
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the application be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Bingo Application - St. Adalbert Rosary Society, 459 Wabasha Street, 51 periods.
(Joanne Lisson, President, and Dolores Trojan, Manager, notified to attend).
Mr. Carchedi reviewed the application and recommended approval.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the application be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Application for an On Sale Wine License and the transfer of an On Sale Malt Beverage
License by Joseph F. Bisanz 'at 470-S. Cleveland Avenue. (Joseph F. Bisanz notified
to attend).
Mr. Carchedi reviewed the application and recommended approval.
Councilman Levine moved that the application be approved and the following resolutions
were submitted.
C.F. No. 272926.
Resolution granting On Sale Wine License to Joseph F. Bisanz at 470 So. Cleveland Ave.
Adopted. Yeas' _ 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272927.
Resolution granting transfer of Restaurant, On Sale Malt Beverage and Cigarette Licenses
from the Club, Inc, at 470 So. Cleveland Ave. to Joseph F. Bisanz at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas--- 6 Nays - 0
Application for an On Sale Wine License and an On Sale Malt Beverage License by John's
Kitchens, Inc. doing business as Lee's Highland Kitchen at 2012 Ford Parkway. (John
R. Miler notified to attend).
Mr. Carchedi reviewed the applicationandrecommended approval.
Councilman Levine moved that the application be approved and the following resolutions
were submitted.
C.F. No. 272928.
Resolution granting On Sale Wine License to John's Kitchens, Inc. at 2012 Ford Parkway.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272929.
Resolution granting On Sale Malt Beverage License to John's Kitchens, Inc. at 2012 Ford
Parkway.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Application for the transfer of the Off Sale Liquor License issued to James and Kwang
Severin at 455 Wabasha Street to Duane T. and Antoinette L. Severin. (Duane T. and
Antoinette L. Severin notified to attend).
Mr. Carchedi reviewed the application and recommended approval. I
Councilman Levine moved that the application be approved and the following resolution
was submitted.
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C.F. No. 272930.
Resolution granting transfer of Off Sale Liquor License from James R. and Kwang
S. Severin at 455 Wabasha Street to Duane T. and Antoinette L. Severin at the
same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Request by Saint Paul -Ramsey Arts and Science Council, 30 E. Tenth Street, On Sale
Liquor Licensee, to expand their area for the service of liquor. (Attorney
Penelope H. Cairns notified to attend).
Mr. Carchedi said the attorney Ifor the applicant has requested a delay of one
week and Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be continued for one week to May 16th.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Byrne explained the purpose of the application
and said the state law does allow a caterer to use the Liquor License.
Roll call on the motion to continue the matter for one week to May 16th.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Request by General Drivers Union, Local 120, to appear before the St. Paul City
Council for the purpose of requesting an increase in the present taxicab fare. (This
matter was previously considered on April 25, 1979).
Councilman Maddox said he is not in favor of a fare increase until there is a discussion
with cab owners concerning service and Councilwoman Showalter said she thinks one of
the problems has been the unfair rates.
Councilwoman Butler said she doesn't think evidence has been submitted to justify a
rate increase.
Councilwoman Hunt Imoved that the License Inspector confer with the parties involved and
set a date to consider the matter.
Councilman Levine said he thinks information should be presented to the License Inspector
for review and it was agreed that information should be submitted for review prior to
consideration by the City Council. -
Roll call on the motion.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Public Hearing on the application of Ventura Diaz for an Auto Body Repair License at
1084 Earl Street. (Recommended for denial by the Division of License and Permit
Administration).
Mr. Byrne, Assistant City Attorney, said the City is ready to proceed and he understands
that a request is being made by the attorney for the applicant for a continuance.
Councilman Tedesco said a number of neighbors are present and a continuance would be
unfair.
Mr. Tom Armstrong, Attorney representing the applicant, appeared to request a delay in
order that they could work with the License Inspector to correct the problems.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Carchedi said the applicant was notified \
of this hearing on April 30th.
At the inquiry of Councilman Tedesco the Council agreed that the matter should be
heard today.
Mr. John Chenoweth spoke in support of the License Inspector's recommendation and said
this problem has been around for years and the business has not been a good neighbor.
He said during a visit he witnessed the presence of a rat and he said the operation
has had a negative impact on the neighborhood.
At the question of the Council, Mr. Byrne, Assistant City Attorney, read the charges
listed in the letter of the License Inspector.
Mr. Chenoweth submitted petitions of neighbors in opposition to the operation,
Mr. Armstrong, Attorney for the applicant, said they admit to the charges and would
ly.
like a couple of weeks to work with the inspector to comp
At the question of Councilwoman Butler, Mr. Byrne said the City recommends denial because
the same concerns and conditions were placed on the License more then one year ago and
Mr. Diaz can clean up the property and then make a new application.
Councilman Levine said he will not support a continuance and it is time to correct the
problem. He suggested that the application be denied and then Mr. Diaz and his attorney
can get together with the City to work out a plan and he moved that the application be
denied.
Councilwoman Showalter said the condition of the site has not improved and Councilman
Tedesco said he thinks the operation is too big for the site.
Roll call on the motion to deny the application.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt and Councilwoman Butler left -the meeting at this point and returned
later in the meeting.
Public Hearing on the application for the transfer of the Private Club License issued
to Summit University Businessmen's Association, Inc. at 618 Selby Avenue to 171 N. Dale
Street. (Lester Howell, Chairman of the Board, notified to attend).
Mr. Carchedi reviewed the application, said proper notices were sent, the petition is
valid and he recommends approval of the application.
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Mr. Vice President Tedesco asked if there was anyone present in opposition to
the application and no one appeared and a`large group of people was noted in
favor of the application.
Councilwoman Butler returned to the meeting at this point.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the application be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 'Nays - 0
Request by Attorney James R..Tschida to have the Johnson Area Hockey Association
Bingo application considered by the St. Paul City Council.
Mr. Byrne, Assistant City Attorney, explained the position of the License Inspector
and Mr. Tschida, representing the Johnson Area Hockey Association, said the application
is'being held up by the License inspector because Post 8 haspnot submitted the
necessary forms -but that should not have a bearing on this-a.pication because Mr.
Gipple is not involved in the Johnson Area financing matter but will be manager of
the games
Mr. Byrne said the License Inspector has not recommended denial at this point and has
only said there are additional questions to be answered and when Post 8 discontinued
a substantialamountof money was not accounted for and should be reported before the
same people manage another operation.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Carchedi said he has talked with Mr. Tschida
and other members of the organization.
Councilwoman Hunt returned at this point in the meeting.
At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Carchedi said they still feel questions
have not beenansweredadequately:
At the question of Councilwoman Butler, Mr. Byrne said Post 8;Lhas been asked to file
a financial report.
hat the matter be delayed until the necessary information
Councilwoman Butler moved t
and reports are filed.
Mr. Byrne said Mr. Gipple cannot be manager of the Johnson Area aures until
Hockey g
he is a member of that organization for two years which will not be until Sept. of
this year.
Roll call on the motion. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas 6 Nays - 0
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May 9th, 1979
NATIVITY SCHOOL, 1900 STANFORD AVENUE
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 7:08 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine, Tedesco, President Hozza... 5
Absent - Councilman Maddox, Councilwoman Showalter ... 2 (Councilman Maddox arrived at
a point during the meeting).
Public Hearing to consider approval of the District #14 Plan.
Roger Ryan of the Planning Staff -reviewed some of the recommendations in the District
Plan.
Gale Summers, Community Organizer for District #14, also explained some of the recommen a -
tions of the Plan especially as they relate to Jefferson Ave. She said the Planning Commis-
sion suggests. that Jefferson be localized from Fairview Ave. to the west and the
people in the area favor localizing Jefferson Ave. from Edgcumbe Road to the west.
Mr. Pete Regnier, resident at 1850 Jefferson, spoke in favor of localizing Jefferson
Ave. because of the considerable amount of traffic and accidents.
ssion
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wasgduring �aasnow1storm andethatsaffected the resdent on Jfferon Ave., damount the aof Input non the g of hsubject lof Jeng fferson
Avenue.
Councilman Maddox arrived at this point in the meeting. (7:15 P.M.)
Larry Soderholm,of the Planning Staff,said the neighborhood recommended localizing
the entire length of Jefferson Ave. and the staff position was for approval but the
Planning Commission did not agree and said it should remain a collector street east of
Fairview.
s localizing the entire length makes good sense because
Councilman Levine said he think
it is a highly residential area.
At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Ryan said stop signs could be placed at intervals
to slow traffic and Ms. Summers said to allow parking on both sides would slow the
traffic.\
Richard Royster, 2163 Jefferson, referred to considerable traffic entering Jefferson at
Cretin Ave. and said parking doesn't slow traffic.
Ms. Kirk referred to many children in the area and to many accidents at various inter-
sections on Jefferson Ave.
said he concurs in previous comments on speeding an
Bill Dunford, 1934 Jefferson,
accidents on Jefferson Avenue.
referred to one stretch of Jefferson downhill that leads
David Sonnen, 1854 Jefferson,
to high speeds.o through the stop signs at Prior
Mr. Regnier referred to a large number of cars that g g
and Jefferson.
Ms. Summers said the opposition at the Planning Commission Meeting was from businessmen
and residents on St. Clair and Randolph Avenues.
Mrs. Brown, 1760 Jefferson, said drivers should be educated and speeding enforced rather
than remaking the street.
Martha Norton, a member of the Planning Commission, explained that the Planning Commission
was convinced that the best solution is to localize Jefferson from Fairview to the river
and leave the portion east of Fairview as a collector street. She reviewed the recommenda-
tions of the Planning Commission concerning 114 Plan and said they didn't
ng the District
go along completely with Jefferson Ave. and four other issues in the Plan.
Ms. Weer, 1510 Grandrson
for the recommendation�onaJefferson and atlarge enumber nofRreasons
sid the school people use Jefferson as the
fastest way to get downtown.
inks a decision will have to be made to make
Dick Barrett, 1251 Edgcumbe, said he th
Jefferson residential.
sidential aspects of Jefferson Avenue should
Councilman Maddox said he thinks the re
be retained.
James Levy, 1699 St. Clair, said he was against localizing Jefferson because it affects
Randolph and St. Clair and he referred to a large number of students attending Holy Spirit
and other schools on Randolph.
ident on Jefferson with children involved crossing
Mr. Regnier referred to a speeding inc
Jefferson'to get to the Holy Spirit School on Randolph. Mr. Regnier also referred to
the plan for bike paths and urged that they be divided between pedestrian and bicycle
paths.
(Discussion continued on the following page).
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pagJefferson similar to those on Marshall
Councilman Tedesco suggested stop signs
which have been successful in slowing traffic.
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this Point- (7:40 P.M.)
At the question of Councilwoman Butler, Mr. Ryan said the traffic engineer and
involved take the
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planning staff feel the o
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of other residential streets and he would support
it should assume the character that
localizing Jefferson from Edgcumbe
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the District 4114 Plan be approved problem but
Ave. to the river..
Mr. Levy said localizing Jefferson from Lexington to Edgcumbe will be a
he does agree that traffic should be slowed down.
Councilwoman Hunt said she favorslocalizing
becauselthatewasrson not includ d inwould
the Districtdifficult
Plan -
do between Lexington and Edgcumbeprovide
After some discussion, Councilman Levine said he would change his motion to
for localizing Jefferson Ave. from Edgcumbe Road to the river. proper
Councilman be pr said the effecroving of theghe motion District'planlandeto thisrequest resolutiongcouldpbe
resolution be prepared approvingideration one week from May 22nd, with the
submitted to thetCoopeniuntil the sresolution is considered. Y
record to be kep p
Roll call on the motion to approve the District 4114 Plan with Jefferson Ave. to e
localized from Edgcumbe Road to the river.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjNayourneed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10.00 A.M.
May, 10th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. -President Hozza at 10:08 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President
Hozza...7
Absent - No one
Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspe-nded pertaining to the order
of business.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays 0
C.F. No. 272931.
Resolution approving appointment of Edward P. Starr as City Attorney AND approving
restoration to his position of Assistant City Attorney upon termination of his
appointment.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution` with the condition that residency
be established in the city within twelve months.
At the question of President Hozza, Mr. Starr appeared and said he accepts the
amendment.
Roll call on the motion to amend the resolution to require residency within twelve
months.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox said he has confidence in Mr. Starr and also believes that all
employees should be residents.
Councilwoman Hent said she feels strongly against residence requirements but she
would like to ask Mr. Starr about his role in partisan politics.
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Mr. Starr appeared and said he is not active in politics and he supported the present
Mayor but did not campaign during the last election.
Councilwoman Hunt said it should be understood that key positions should not be
involved in fund raising.
Councilwoman Showalter said she was unhappy in the way this matter was handled but
is happy with the appointment of Mr. Starr.
Councilwoman Butler said Councilwoman Hunts comments and questions are appropriate.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas 7 Nays 0
Mayor Latimer said it involves the basic right of citizens to work for candidates
of their choice and Mrs. Hunts remarks are hers only and not a policy of the
Council until they take action.
Councilwoman Hunt said her comments are her own and she has the right to her
opinion and she said she thinks the code of ethics also applies.
Councilman Maddox said a department head should not be involved in the sale of
fund raising tickets but should be able to support a candidate.
Councilwoman Butler said we are talking about policital appointees that exert
powers to sell tickets and she thinks Councilwoman Hunts questions were appropriate
and we need a commitment that political activity will not go on during business
hours.
C.F. No. 272932.
Resolution allocating Below Market Interest Rate (BMIR) Homeowner Mortgage Funds
in redevelopment areas and adopting a policy for condominium conversion project
commitment allocations.
Councilwoman Hunt said the Finance Committee recommends approval of the resolution
and they made one change in the proposal and Mr. Ford of the Planning and Economic
Development Department explained the change relating to condominiums.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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Resolution requesting the Mayor appoint up to 11 persons to serve on the 1979 '
Citizens' Budget Advisory Committee AND directing the Mayor's Proposed Budget
for 1980 be available on August 14, 1979`to all recognized district councils
AND authorizing the Council to schedule a series of evening Finance Committee
meetings with the Citizens' Budget Advisory Committee.
Councilwoman Hunt said the Finance Committee considered this matter at least
four times and it is not a total solution to budget problems and the resolution
does not preclude a more technical board or task force.
Councilman Maddox said he supports the concept and thinks it is important to have
districts, labor and business represented.
Councilwoman Butler said the proposal is not perfect but it is a base to start
with and a professional committee could be appointed for technical aspects.
Mayor Latimer said he thinks the committee could be creative and helpful as in
the past and the CIB Committee reflects the citizen districts. He said the
August 14th date might create some problems.
Councilman Hozza said this is a different process then the CIB Budget and the
intent is not to have representatives just from the 17 districts.
Mayor Latimer said the cost of staffing the committee should also be considered
and Councilman Hozza said the Council Research Staff could work with the committee.
Councilman Maddox moved that the resolution be laid over one week and Councilwoman
Hunt suggested that the Mayor or anyone else that is interested should make suggestions.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza left the meeting at this point to attend a meeting at the legislature.
Mr. Vice President Tedesco asked the status of funding guards at Como Zoo and
Mayor Latimer said they have reviewed the incidents and there is no pattern or
no increase and he has not yet received an administrative recommendation on the
matter.
Councilman Levine aske.1 the Council to consider hearing Mr. Battle concerning the
demolition of a building at 1037 Dayton.
Mr. Battle appeared and said the building at 1037 Dayton is ready to be demolished
and he thinks the building should be rehabilitated. He said it is presently
nineteen units but they would rehabilitate it to fourteen units and needs thirty
days to get a building permit.
Councilman Levine said he thinks there was a change in ownership during the
condemnation proceedings and Mr. Battle has a financial commitment and can get
a permit if the demolition is delayed.
Councilwoman Hunt expressed concern about people buying property after the court
process on condemnation.
Councilman Maddox said policies and rules and procedures should not be ironclad
and Councilwoman Butler said rules are guidelines and the Council should save
the building if twelve units can be put on the market.
Councilman Levine said he agrees that the bottom line is a vacant lot versus
twelve units and he said he supports the policy but we must look at each case
individually.
Mr. Blue of the Building Department said the matter went through District Court,
has been vacant for one year, is a legal nonconforming structure and an appeal
to restore the use was denied.
At the question of Councilwoman Butler, Mr. Blue said feasibility is in the eye
of the owner and in his judgment there are many problems involved.
Mr. Battle said he has firm financial commitments on rehabilitation and he has
talked to several neighbors who would go along with his proposal.
At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Battle said he would start construction
within three or four weeks.
Ms. Flinsch, City Attorney, said the court imposed conditions that were not met
and Mr. Bowser, Assistant City Attorney, explained the November 16th court order
which delayed demolition subject to the owner meeting certain requirements which
were not met.
There was some discussion on the conditions imposed by the court, on the action
of the Board of Zoning Appeals and Councilwoman Butler said the Building Department
could not issue a permit unless a zoning appeal was granted and if demolition is
delayed it would be to give time to appeal
Mr. Bowser said if the building is not demolished the city should take steps
for protection and Mr. Battle said he thinks he could comply with the conditions
of the court.
Councilman Levine suggested a few days to allow Mr. Battle to 'comply with the
conditions and Councilwoman Butler said the Council should do everything possible
to get rental units in the city.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the intent of the Council is to have the building
rehabilitated and that the wrecking order be rescinded.
(Discussion continued tothefollowing page)
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(Discussion continued from the -previous page).
Councilman Levine said his intent was to stop the wrecking in order to allow
time to examine the conditions of the court order.
Councilwoman,Butler reworded her motion to provide that the Building Department
be instructed to rescind the wrecking order and that this matter be laid over
for one week to May 17th for further discussion on the intentions of the owner.
Councilwoman Hunt said she is not against the motion if 'the city is protected
the same as in the last similar case and she also said the district council position
should be received.
Councilman Maddox suggested that Mr. Battle be given time to examine the court
order to see if he can meet the conditions and at that point the Council could hear
the views of the district council.
Roll call on the motion.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays -'0
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
C.F. No. 272823. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16520.
An ordinance amending Section 308.34 (b) of the Legislative Code permitting
the Council to reissue dormant Liquor Licenses displaced by eminent domain or
the threat of eminent domain.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 272887. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating the St. Paul City Hall and Ramsey County Courthouse
as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to May 15th for Third Reading,
C.F. No. 272888. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating the Governor's Residence, 1006 Summit Avenue, as a
Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to May 15th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 272889. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating the Blair Flats (Angus Hotel) 165 Western Avenue
as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to May 15th for Third Reading._
C.F. No. 272890. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating the Adolph Muench House, 653 E. Fifth Street, \
as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to May 15th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 272891. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating the James J. Hill House, 240 Summit Avenue, as a
Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to May 15th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 272892. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating the Ward Beebe House, 2022 Summit Avenue, as a Heritage
Preservation Site.
Laid over to May 15th for Third Reading.
Claim of R. T. Rodenberg, 519 Nenter St., New Ulm, Minnesota, filed on May 4, 1979,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of United Services Automobile Association, USAA Building, San Antonio,
Texas, filed on May 7, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Letter of Steve Kensy appealing a decision of the 8t. Paul Board of Zoning
Appeals with respect to property at 427 Whitall Street.
Councilwoman Butler moved that a date of hearing be set for June 7th.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting the petition of Richard Paradise and
others for the vacation of Fulton Street between Jefferson Avenue and the proposed
Parkway is in proper form.
Filed.
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Administrative Orders:
D 4893 - HRA offer on properties as listed in North St. Stanislaus, West
Seventh District 9, pursuant to the authorization to establish
fair market cash value.
D 4894- Addition of $2,000 for electrical work for installation of a
computer at the Public Safety Building.
D 4895 - Payment of $627.00 from Workers Compensation Account to Cesario
Lopez, Department of Public Works employee.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Assistant
Director of School Cafeterias in Grade 11 under the heading Professional -
Administrative Group and by inserting said title in Grade 18 and by amending
Section 49 by striking out and inserting new specifications for Assistant Director
of School Cafeterias. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to May 17th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking out the titles of Asphalt
Batcherman and Asphalt Plant Engineer under the heading Semi -Skilled Labor and
inserting the title Asphalt Plant Operator and amending Section 49 by striking
out specifications for asphalt Batcherman and Asphalt Plant Engineer and sub-
stituting in lieu thereof the specifications for the title of Asphalt Plant
Operator. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval).
Laid over to May 17th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Salary Plan and Rates of Compensation Resolution by
establishing a rate of pay for the class of Asphalt Plant Operator. (First
Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to May 17th for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.F. No. 272933.
Resolution granting Bingo Game Licenses to Merrick Community Center (two separate
applications).
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272934.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget by transferring $1,537.00 from Contingent
Reserve to the Personnel Office to provide funds to advertise employment
opportunities as part of the affirmative action program. (Finance Committee
recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272935.
Resolution authorizing issuance of $3,420,000 Port Authority Revenue Bonds for
financing of the construction of a distribution center for Central Warehouse
Company.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272936.
Resolution granting renewal of Sunday On Sale Liquor License to the University
Club of St. Paul, Inc.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272937.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272938.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
Resolution authorizing payment of $4,000 to Roberto Oliverez in settlement of his
claim.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the resolution be laid over until Tuesday, May 15th,
for an explanation by the City Attorney.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272939.
Resolution approving a transfer in the 1979 Budget of $50.00 from "General
Government Accounts, Contingent Reserve" to "Mayor's Administration, Contingent
Fund" for the purpose of funding a tea for public officials, disabled citizens
and the Mayor's Advisory Committee on Handicapped People.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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C.E. No. 272940.
Resolution recognizing the Miss Wheelchair Pageant and the Sister Kenny Institute.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Frances Wistrcill, 716 W. Minnehaha Avenue, appeared concerning a problem
with neighboring property and Sandy Morris of the District Council said Ms. Wistrcill
appeared before the District Council concerning events on the surrounding property
and she referred to several proposals which could not be accomplished to take care
of the problem.
Alice Murphy of the Mayor's Information and Complaint Office said the matter is
also in court and her case is being appealed and the chimney matter does now meet
the code.
There was some discussion on what could be done to help solve Ms. Wistrcill's
problem and Councilwoman Butler requested that the City Attorney ask the Building
Department to prepare a report on the chimney matter.
Councilwoman Showalter left the meeting at this point.
Mr. Gerald Mangle, Parking Administrator, appeared and referred to the condition
of the city market sheds which are deteriorating and need work from a safety
standpoint. He said the cost of replacement of the sheds would be about $300900.
Councilman Maddox suggested a more thorough discussion at a City Development Committee
Meeting and he moved that the matter be referred to the City Development Committee.
Mr. Mangle said certain welding could be done to take care of the immediate structural
problem and this would cost about $6,500.
Councilwoman Hunt suggested approval of temporary repairs and that the Mayor approve
such a project through an emergency administrative order.
Councilman Maddox moved that the Council support temporary repairs with a more
thorough discussion of the market matter to be referred to the City Development
Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
It was noted that the Council was to receive a slide presentation by Jack Howley
of Lowertown Development Corporation and it was agreed that the matter should be
scheduled on another date and should be considered as the first item of business.
Councilman Levine referred to the matter of restoring security to the City Council
Meetings and he moved that the Vice President of the Council request security from
the Sheriff's Office.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0.
Copies sent to
Minutes approved by Council ,�-6
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
\ 10:00 A.M.
w May 15th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, President Hozza... 6
Absent - Councilman Tedesco...1 (Councilman Tedesco arrived at a point during the meeting).
Hearing was held on the petition of Alfred Arrigoni and others for the vacation of
portions of Hazelwood St., Omaban St. and the alley in Block 6, Marshall's Division.
A letter of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending approval of the petition,
subject to certain terms and conditions.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the petition be approved subject to the terms and
conditions recommended by the Valuation Engineer.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Hearing was held on the petition of William and Bonnie Leonard and Paul and Susan
Hendrickson for the vacation of part of Hillwood Court and Hillwood Drive west of McKnight
Road.
A letter of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending approval of the petition
subject to certain terms and conditions.
Mr. Paul Hendrickson appeared and said he is in agreement with the proposal if the
plan is in accordance with the Highwood Hills Committee.
Councilman Maddox moved that the petition be approved subject to the terms and conditions
recommended by the Valuation Engineer.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Hearing on the petition of the City of St. Paul and School District #625 for the vacation
of part of Sheridan Ave. between Sue St, and Edgcumbe Road.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the hearing be continued for two weeks to May 29th.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Hearing on the appeal of James H. Speckmann to a decision of the Board of Zoning Appeals \
regarding property at Elway and Shepard Road.
Mr. Rick Wiederhorn of the Planning Staff reviewed the proposed development and said
the Zoning Code would allow the development without appeal except that it is in the
river corridor critical area. He said the Zoning Board recommended denial because it
was concerned about preempting later actions by the Minnesota Environmental Quality
Board. At the question of Councilwoman Butler, Mr. Wiederhorn said the staff recommends
approval and the Environmental Quality Board did not make a recommendation but have
stated.they.would support the proposal subject to a study and findings.
Councilman Tedesco arrived at this point in the meeting.
James Speckmann appeared and said he and his partner; John Quigley, are the proponents
and request approval of their variance and setback and he explained the history of the
property under consideration and said an earlier proposal was dropped because of several
factors including financing. He said that since the original proposal the River Corridor
Act was approved and they plan to construct a twenty story condominium apartment with
two levels of underground parking and the design will retain the esthetic components
of the area.
Grant Peterson of Associated Architects gave a slide presentation showing the proposed
site, the surrounding property, buffer areas, site plan and architectural drawings of
the development.
Ms. Higgins, attorney representing the applicants, reviewed the code requirements and
the type of development.
Councilman Levine asked about the West Seventh Federation letter stating the demand for
this type of housing is minimal.
Amos Martin, Executive Vice President of the St. Paul Area Chamber of Commerce, said
their Executive Committee took action today in support of the project because they
recognize the importance of providing housing for middle and high income people and
he said a survey of the residential area across the river from the site shows nearly
all of the people as residents of St. Paul
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Gale Summers of the South West District Council said they voted in support of
the project.
Frank Horak, President of the Building Trades Council, said he doesn't think the
project will have a detrimental effect of the neighborhood.
Richard Radman, Secretary of the Building Trades Council, said they voted in support
of the project because it will increase the tax base and because there is a need
for this type of housing.
David Sons said the West End Business and Professional Association voted yesterday
to support the proposal.
Ms. Niven said she thinks Council people are committed to labor to favor the project.
Councilman Hozza, Levine and Councilwoman Butler all stated they are not committed and
will make a decision at the conosedlto developmenton of the lofhthe 1property and their only
Ms. Niven said they are not oppthe
opposition is to the size of the building which will have an impact
to anyhmoreoo .
John Yust, President of the West Seventh Federation, spoke in opposition
high-rises in the area and said the West Seventh residents would like to see a development
responsive to their needs.
an Butler, the attorney for the applicant said there is no
At the question of Councilwom
CD or Federal money involved.
Mr. Yust said his comments on CD money pertain to studies of the area.
Rod Niven said the purpose of the corridor plan was not to allow -this type of
development and he said the shadow over Crosby Park wouldhamthatactivities anict ere
should be an EIS on the effect to Crosby Park. He suggested
be in accordance with the river corridor act.
A resident of the high-rise building at 1085 Montreal said she lives on the eighteenth
a
floor and overlooks the area and the area is wilderness and beautiful and she opposes
large concrete building. She said she also thinks Elway St. should not be used as
an entrance because of the heavy traffic.
David Thune said he thinks the neighborhood is in opposition and there are many unanswered
questions relating to traffic and apartment studies and he suggested an arbitration panel
to come up with a compromise. ear and no one appeared and the public
Councilman Hozza asked if anyone else wanted to app
hearing was ordered closed with discussion limited to Councilpersons.
Councilman Hozza submitted letters of the West Seventh Federation and Representative \
Moe in opposition.
At the question of Councilwoman Butler, Mr. Hoeschler, attorney for the applicants,
said they agree to the requirements of the Environmental Quality Board.
Councilman Maddox expressed concern about compliance to the specific development shown
today and asked if the developer would restrict himself to the State requirements.
At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Wiederhorn said their study shows only homes
on Ivan Way would be affected by the sun shadow and only for a couple hours a day.
He said the sun shadow affects only a small portion of Crosby Park.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Wiederhorn said the property is zoned RM3
and would allow'a twenty story building with proper setbacks.
Councilwoman Hunt suggested consideration of a height limitation and Councilman Maddox
proposed that proposal be limited to twenty stories.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Hoeschler said the developer will agree not
to go higher than twenty stories.
Councilwoman Butler moved approval of the appeal with the City Attorney to prepare the
proper resolution including findings and
ta twenty
motionstory
butshe limitatiodoesecognize the concerns
n.
Councilwoman Hunt said she will support
of the neighbors about high-rise buildings and she thinks these concerns are city-wide.
e wants high-rises in their area but they can't all be
Councilman Maddox said no on
downtown and he has talked with labor and the developer and he hopes the developer will
live up to the restrictions.
Councilman Levine said it is not wrong to speak with parties involved concerning the
development but commitments were not made prior to the public hearing.
Councilwoman Hunt said it should be noted that the.Council has listened and responded
to the people of the area and this area has the only assessment free sewer within the
city.
Roll call on the motion. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
his point and returned later in the meeting.
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at t
C.F. No. 272941. FINAL ORDER' Humboldt St. ,
In the matter of improving part of King St., Elizabeth.St., Hall Ave.,
Gorman Ave. and Livingston Ave. under P.O. 272788.
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C.F. No. 272942. >FI, ORDER
In the matter of improving portions .of Maple St., Conway -St., Wilson Ave.,
Euclid St., Surrey Ave. and Elum St.; under.`P;O: 272789.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Butler moved approval 'of the grder.,
Adopted. Yeas -6 Nays,- 0
Councilman Maddox left `the meeting at ths'point.:;,
C.F.
No. 272943.FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of improving Asbury St.University; to;:Lafond and Sherburne Ave.
from Snelling to Hamline under P..O. 272790`:
Noone" appeared':
Councilwoman Butler moved approval of "the order
Adopted. " Yeas - 5 Nays -'.•0
C.F.
No. 272944. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of improving portions of Portland Aye , Ashland. Ave.,, laurel Ave.,
Scheuneman St." and Syndicate St., under P.O'. 27279.1.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the'order be approved.
Adopted.,, Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 272945. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of improving portions of Oneida St., Duke St., Colborne St. and Richmond
St. under P.O. 272792.`
Ms. Messman (?)'appeared and spoke in favor of the improvements.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the order be approved.
Adopted. Yeas -"'5 Nays'- 0:
C.F.
No. 272852. FINAL,ADOPTION.
An ordinance amending; Chapter 310.02(e) of the Legislative Code and permitting the
holder of a 3.2 beer license and On ''Sale Wine License to submit one $3,000 surety bond
in compliance with both Chapters 310 and 308 of the Code.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays'- 0
C.F.
No. 272887. THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating the St. Paul City Hall and Ramsey County Courthouse as a
Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to May 22nd for Final Adoption.
C.F.
No. 272888. FINAL ADOPTION.
An ordinance designating the :Governor's Residence, 1006 Summit Avenue as a Heritage
Preservation Site.
Laid over to May 22nd for Final'Adoption.
C.F.
No. 272889. THIRD READING.'
An ordinance designating the 'Blair Flats,(Angus Hotel), 165 Western Avenue as a
Heritage, Preservation Site.
Laid over to May; 22nd for Final Adoption.
C.F.
No. 272890: THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating the Ado3ph Muench House, 653 E. 5th St., as a Heritage Preservation
Site.
Laid over to May,22nd for.Final Adoption.
C.F.
No. 272891." THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating the`James J. Hill'H6use,,240 Summit Ave., as a Heritage
Preservation Site.
Laid over to May 22nd -for Final'Adoption.
C.F.
No. 272892. THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating the Ward Beebe House, 2022 Summit Ave., as a Heritage Preservation
Site.
Laid over to'May22nd for Final Adoption.
C.F.
No. 272919. SECOND .READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter -'353.02 of the. Legislativ4eCode pertaining to firewood
sold in grocery stores. ::.(License requirement).
Laid over to May;17th for Third Reading.
C.F.
No. 272920. SECOND READING.
An ordinance granting permission to the'State of Minnesota,'to construct, operate and
maintain chilled water lines under Wabasha St. connecting the State Capitol Bldg.
and the State Office Bldg.,
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C.F. No. 272921.' SECOND READING;'
I An ordinance amending Ghapter60 of the Legislative Code pertaining to zoning
property located
-on the';north'side of Ames'„AvHazelwood and Kingsford aka
e between
1599 James Ave.
Laid over-t6 May 17th for Third Reading:
C.F. No. 272922. SECOND' READING':
An_ordinance amending Chapter .328A..03 of' the Legislative.Code relating to trapping.
Laid over to May 17th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 272946. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 7502 pertaining to-the City Market Revolving Fund
AND establishing a parking fund for use in maintenance operation, repair and improvement
to City owned parking facilities.
Laid over to May 22nd for Second Reading.
Claim of Stuart Applebaum, 1788 Boyland Ave., St, Paul, Minnesota, filed on May 8th, 1979,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Sam Burton, 532 Ashland, St. Paul, Minnesota, 55102, filed on May 9th, 1979,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of R.T. Rodenberg, 519 Center St., New Ulm, Minnesota, 56073, filed on May 10th, 1979,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Hearing notice from the State Department of Natural Resources on the proposed amendment
to the Management plan for the Mississippi Wild & Scenic River regarding the Monticello
orderly annexation area in Wright County.
Filed.
Letter of the Director of the Department of Finance &-Management Services, reporting
the petition to rezone property on Lower Afton Road near McKnight Road is sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Letter of the Director of Finance and Management Services reporting the petition to rezone
property at 425 Ruth St. is sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting the; petition to vacate a sewer easement over
Lot 1, Block 2, Otto Hunt's Addition is in proper form.
Filed.
Administrative Orders:
D-4896 - Payment of $67.38 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Ivah Staehnke,
Water Department employee.
D-4897 - Payment of $752.40 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Julius A. Toth,
Department of Public Works employee.
D-4898 — Payment of $961.40 from the Workers'Compensation Account to Neil W. Draz,
Department of Community Services employee.
D-4899 - Payment of $777.48 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Joseph Priester,
Department of Community Services.
D-4900 - Additions of $25,997.40 for work as set forth for the new court rooms on the
16th floor of the Courthouse project.
D-4901 - Addition of $830.00 for work as set forth for the new court rooms on the 16th
floor of the Courthouse project.
D-4902 - Addition of $7,122.00 for work as set forth for the new court rooms on the 16th
floor of the Courthouse project.
Councilman Tedesco returned to the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 272947.
Resolution: authorizing payment of $4,000 to Roberto Oliverez in settlement of his claim.
(Laid over from May 10th, 1979). .
explained the resolution and the purpose of the
Mr. Ed Starr, Assistant City Attorney,
settlement.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $1,900.00 from Contingent Reserve -
General to Public Health Clinica11 Programs - to finance deficit of the West Side
Health Center.
o the Finance, Management and Personnel Committee
Councilman Hozza referred the resolution t
® for recommendation.'
C.F. No. 272955.
Resolution approving a plat entitled Central Village Addition No. 5.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0 \
G.F. No. 272956.
Resolution approving the State of Minnesota's plans and special provisions for the
improvement of Trunk Highway No. 3 at the intersection of T.H. 212 (E. 7th St.
at Lafayette Road).
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272957.
Resolution approving the appropriation of a sum not to exceed $80,000.00 from
Municipal State Aid Funds to apply toward the financing of the channelization and
bituminous overlay work on Kellogg Blvd. from St. Peter St. to Waba'sha St.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272958.
Resolution approving the deed between the City and the Department of Housing and
Urban Development of the United States Government for the granting to the City of a
permanent easement for storm sewer purposes necessary for the St. Albans Storm
Sewer Tunnel project.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272959.
Resolution approving a quit claim deed to Neal and Lorraine McPhillips for parts
of Block 191 and 194 of Irvine's Addition to West St. Paul.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272960.
Resolution granting BingoGameLicenses to St. Charles Society for Little
Sisters of the Poor, Eastside Skating Club, Inc. and the Shop Pond Gang, Inc.
Adopted. Yeas, 6 Nays 0
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May 15th,
C.F.
No. 272948.
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a hazardous
structure at 409 N. Fairview Ave.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E.
No. 272949..
Resolution revoking a masseuse license issued to Barbara Ann Walker at 54 West
Seventh St.
President Hozza asked if Ms. Walker or her attorney were:present and wanted to
appear and no one appeared.
Adopted. Yeas -,6 Nays - 0
C.F.
No: 272950.
Resolution revoking the masseuse license issued to Gloria Jean Williams at 54 West
Seventh.
President Hozza asked if Ms. Williams or"her attorney were present and wanted to
appear and no one appeared.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 272951.
Resoluuion revoking the Second Hand Dealers License to John Darlow at 1515 Rice St.
President Hozza asked if Mr. Darlow or his attorney were present and wanted to appear
and no one appeared.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 272952.
Resolution denying the application of Ventura Diaz for, Auto Body Repair License
at 1084 Earl Street.
President Hozza asked if Mr. Diaz or his attorney were present and wanted to appear
and no one appeared.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 272953.
Resolution approving Tentative A.A. Registered Land Survey.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 272954.
Resolution approving a proposed plat entitled Germain Court.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272955.
Resolution approving a plat entitled Central Village Addition No. 5.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0 \
G.F. No. 272956.
Resolution approving the State of Minnesota's plans and special provisions for the
improvement of Trunk Highway No. 3 at the intersection of T.H. 212 (E. 7th St.
at Lafayette Road).
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272957.
Resolution approving the appropriation of a sum not to exceed $80,000.00 from
Municipal State Aid Funds to apply toward the financing of the channelization and
bituminous overlay work on Kellogg Blvd. from St. Peter St. to Waba'sha St.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272958.
Resolution approving the deed between the City and the Department of Housing and
Urban Development of the United States Government for the granting to the City of a
permanent easement for storm sewer purposes necessary for the St. Albans Storm
Sewer Tunnel project.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272959.
Resolution approving a quit claim deed to Neal and Lorraine McPhillips for parts
of Block 191 and 194 of Irvine's Addition to West St. Paul.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272960.
Resolution granting BingoGameLicenses to St. Charles Society for Little
Sisters of the Poor, Eastside Skating Club, Inc. and the Shop Pond Gang, Inc.
Adopted. Yeas, 6 Nays 0
C.F. No. 272961.
Resolution granting renewal of Sunday On Sale Liquor Lices
nes; to,
persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272962.
Resolution granting various license to persons as listed.
Adopted., Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272963;,`
Resolution granting Building Contractors licenses to persons as listed,
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272964.
Resolution granting Building Contractors license to persons as listed.,
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays -- 0
Councilwoman Butler moved that the rules be suspended to consider two resolutions
not on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays 0
C.F. No. 272965.
Resoluton authorizing the Department of Public Works to issue a permit to the \
State of Minnesota to construct and maintain chilled water lines under a portion
Of Wabasha Street subject to the conditions and requirements of an ordinance pending
before the City Council, C.F. No. 272920.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 1 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272966.
Resolution amending resolution, C.F. No. 272591 providing that the Citizen Advisory
Committee on Cable Communications shall consist of ten citizens in addition to
a Councilperson, who shall act as chairman, and confirming appointments by the Mayor
of ten citizens to the Citizen Advisory Committee on Cable Communications.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza referred to legislative consideration of the Downtown People Mover proposal
and suggested that the City oppose any additional amendments that would increase the
cost to St. Paul or Ramsey County and at the question of Councilwoman Hunt, he said
both bills pending before the Legislature have a local consent clause for the City and
for the Metropolitan Transit Commission.
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Minutes approved by Council
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ay 16th,",1979.
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05 A M.
The meeting was called to order by Mr V -ice President Tedesco at 9.
Present - Councilwoman Showalter., Councilmen Levine, Maddox, Mr. Vice President Tedesco..•4
Hozza...3
Absent —Councilwomen Butler, Hunt, Council Pre§ident .
On
enth
Request by Saint Paul-Ramseya attheiY area forCthe cserviccejl 30 EofTliquortre(This
Sale Liquor Licensee, to exp, 1979).
matter was previously considered•on May 9, resolution
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the .application and the following
was submitted.
C.F. No. 272967• uare or The
Resolution granting permission to'the St Paulo r to includenthecMuseum Squaience r to
expand the area for the service of, On Sale-Liq:,
Gallery for one day, June 2nd, 1979.
Yeas
Adopted. - 4 Nays -,0
h Street
Public hearing on the Sauna License issued to.Cindy
ndedR sellor at 54 W. byethe tDivision
doing business as the Penthouse Sauna.. This matter was previously considered on May 2nd,
of License and Permit Administration. resent and no
1979).
Mr. Vice President Tedesco asked if Ms. Russell or her attorney are p
one appeared. introduced five exhibits on behalf of the City
Mr. Garvey, Assistant City Attorney, ussthat they will
ell, stat
including a letter of Mr. Gray, Attorney for Ms. Ring
not contest the revocation.
ain asked if Ms, Russell or her attorney are present
Mr. Vice President Tedesco ag eared. Russell at 54 W. Seventh
and want to be heard and. no one app ed to Cindy
Councilman Maddox moved that the Sauna License issu
Street doing business as the Penthouse Sauna be revoked.
Adopted.
Yeas - 4 N
that the tax fare matter should
on Licenses he talked with
Councilman Maddox said that after the last Council meeting
Mr. Hogan, representing the taxicab dr}vers,and agreed -
be placed on the agenda.
Mr. Ray Hogan of the Taxicab Drivers Union presented an official request for a taxicab
rate increase and said the last rate in
was in 1973 and there are additional burdens
on the Health, Welfare and Pension Fund*
uld support the increase and he asked if the Union can
Councilman Tedesco said he wo
rove the quality of service and the appearance of cabs.
do anything to improve ed in the past getting new cars on the street with the
Mr. Hogan said they have help
new cab company.
Mr• ca comp suggested that an increase in rates be conditioned on Yellow Cab Company
hedi
replacing some of its cars.has the worst cars on the street of any cab
Councilman Maddox said Yellow Cab company financially
but the Council
company he knows Levineasaid a delay in1therd cincreaseab nwoulduharmeemployees but
sound.
Councilman
should also address the condition of cabs.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the request for a rate increase with the proper
ordinance to be prepared. ordinance and at the question of Councilman
Councilman Tedesco suggested an emergency
Maddox, Mr. Hogan explained that the Health, Welfare and Pension Fund has a Fifty Thousand
or the urgency of the increase.
Dollar deficit and that is the reason f
Mr. Byrne, Assistant City Attorney, pointed out the Charter requirements on emergency
a finding to be made by the City Council.
ordinances requiring enc or
and at the
Hogan said five cents out the twenty cent increase
Councilman Levine said Le thinks . Hoganesaid fi
for an emerg
question of Councilman Levine, pMr.
fo°fuel cost increases. of an
will go to the owners to make up
Councilman Maddox asked that his motion be amended to include the preparation
emergency ordinance. yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted. 4
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Councilman Levine moved that Mr. Carchedi make a survey of taxicab rates ii
other cities and analyze fuel costs and present information to the Council
within thirty days. do
expertise or manpower
Mr. Carchedi
esteddthe willthe matter sbeudoesn't
ve
referred to theCityAttorney.
and csung suggested that Mr. Carchedi coordinate the effort anCouncilmanuse other
Councilman Levine
personnel as necessary and Mr. Hogan said he will aid in the survey.
that his motion be reworded to refer the matter to -Mr. Carchedi,
Levine asked
the City Attorney and others working together.
Councilman Maddox suggested that a hard directive be issued to Yellow Cab Company
to clean up their,cabs.
Roll call on the motion. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
'Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be recessed until 7:30 P.ri:
Adopted.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0 (9:30 A.M.)
7:30 P.M.
The meeting was ordered reconvened by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 7:30 P.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Vice President Tedesco ... 6
Absent - Council President Hozza...I
Hearing was called on the appeal of Myron A. Roth (Midwest Plastics, Inc.) to
Zoning Appeals decision affecting property at 1422 Ames.
A Board of Zoning of the Planning Staff reviewed the appeal and the action of
Ms. Donna McNeall
f the
the app
the Board of Zoning Appeals. appellant outlined the position o
Warren Peterson, Attorney representing
appellant that the zoning line was placed on Lot 3 and that the entire area was
heavy induunder the old zoning ordinance. He said they claim that the drive -
heavy
way is a nonconforming use of the property and the first issue is the line that divides
the zoning of the property.
veway was conCouncilman Maddox asked ifs
aid it was
Councilman Maddox asked why the driMidwest Plastics
constructed because there was no other access.
asking with the construction
would be agreeable to rezone the back portion of Lot 3 for P
of a fence and buffer zone and with
f theno cess to neighborsewilleagree to rezone the property.
Mr. Peterson said they would agreeave a slide presentation on behalf of
Mr. John Uban of Howard Dahlgren Associates g rtythe area under consideration,
Midwest Plastics showing the history of the prope,
aerial views of the property and surrounding property, present and old rezoning of
the property and traffic statistics.additions
prior to 1975 and they had legal access to the artheir position is that sixty feet of Lot 3 was zoned industrial
Mr. Peterson said that ea and he referred to building
with permits granted.est Plastics said after their building addition in 1969 they
Mr. William Roth of Midw
eriodically and at the question of Mr. Peterson, he
used the driveway under question p
u.sition of a fourteen foot strip of property along
Mr. Peterson referred to the acq ften and the size of the trucks involved.
outlined when the driveway was used and how o
in that fourteen that
oot
the railroad right-of-way and said construction othe drivewlyto make a finding
parking and they use and he said
strip will eliminate their p g
the use of the driveway will be allowed over Lot 3 as asking reforming
reviewed the events pertaining to the driveway and said the
Midwest would agree to use the back half of Lot as p
Patrick Kolb, 1384 Ames, osition to the action of the Council when it
t that time ,should have been closed pending
construction of the driveway was iopp
denied the rezoning and the drivewas y
actions of the Council-
Councilman
compromise and Mr. Kolb said he
Councilman Maddox asked ig Kolb about gree to a rezoning. access to Ames Avenue.
can't say whether the neighbors would agree without any to set up
Councilman Levine asked about an agreement.on reKolbzsaidgthe residents did try
At the question of Counc�_lwoman Butler,
their right to access to Ames Avenue.
a meeting with Midwest but Midwest would not give up
Hunt said she thinks a compromise is necessary and both sides have basic
Mr. Peterson said they have attempted to resolve the matter in the last few days an
Councilwoman
rights.
following page).
(Discussion continued to the
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are denied
(Discussion continued from the previous Page the railroad right-of-way
At the question of Councilwoman of°property along the
said if they
access to Ames Avenue the strip appellants and
would be used for access.
Jackie Healey, 1423 Ames, challenged some of the siationf the app
parking
Committee, reviewed their considera-
said the slides did not show the typical p g the south
Mr. Hellemas, Chairman of the District
ointZtheygrecommended rezoning
tion of the rezoning and said at one p
Amer..and he thinks the use of 1422 Ames
portion of Lot 3, with no access to is being
used as a lever to obtain the needed rezoning.
any access to Ames Avenue.
Maxine LaNasa, 1389 Ames, spoke in oppositionall spoke in support of Midwest
Lee Nakken, 1380 E. Idaho; John Ivance; June Frank;
Plastics.
Gladys Peterson, 1392 Ames, expressed concern about fire access and said 1422 Ames
said if
was used for fire access at one time. only and to expand the business
Councilman Levine asked if Midwest Plastics can expand and and
McNeally
parking
She explained the findings of the Zoning
Lot 3 is rezoned to P-1 it could be used for
on that Lot would require futher zoning.
zoned residential and said the staff visited the site
Staff that Lot 3 was always and have evidence that the
early last year and found no evidence of the driveway inuse.
driveway did not exist prior to 1978 and therefor artment andwould thinks the nonconforming
area andpar
king lot
Mary Gralish said she lives in a nearby P live in
Martin Nelson, 912 E. Third, an
of Midwest is clean and neat.
employee of Midwest Plastics, said i people
an industrial area traffic must be expected.
Brad Zelgert, 592 Gotzian, said he works at Midwest Plastics on the dock and drives a
truck and there are only three or four trucks that use the driveway every day and
45 foot trucks can't get into the front loading dock.
said the driveway was constructed October lOth,before the
Betty O'Connell, 1401 Ames, 1978 and the
public hearing and there is no reason to use
sec1422 Ames.ucted in October,
Lynn Kolb, 1384 Ames, said the driveway
property.
decision today should be on the driveway because it is ovesaidstheirleconomic
Earl Timm, representing the St. Paul Chamber of Commerce,
development program is orientated to help expansion of present industries and if
nation wide you couldn't find a better i
you searched ndustry than this one and
most ea their employees live in the city in the general area. He said he thinks
cere efforts to keep the firm in the city.
the city owes Midwest sin \
Gale Giles, 1444 Ames, said the driveway issue should be resolved and we should not
has been used since
hear the whole matter again and it is not true that the driveway
1969. said he owns the home on 1422 Ames and
Myron Roth, Jr., President of Midwest Plastics,
one half of the Midwest Plastics Company and his father bought they Ames to for the improve e
purpose of access. He said the entire issue was raised
when
taffecteda Mr. Lee, prior to 1978 and the neighbororiginally from
the roadway which was us4 He said his father bought this property
neutral and not present.rst to neighbors and the road
one of the neighbors after it was offered fparking space and they would like a
way along the railroad will wipe out their parking
lot on the south part of Loot 3 withrestrict some aaccessfto Ames sfor Hcars lonly eand
parking a fence or g
are willing to put up traffic and it would cross
the road across railroad property is too narrow for two way
aid he
a city sewer. At
the question of Councilman Leviet,t e'apPealsthey will eprobably
t
to give up access at 1422 Ames and if they don't g gotten together
seek legal action. eo le at Midwest have not g
Councilman Levine said that he thinks the p P
ort the appeal
on an agreement a�_3 he would vote for a compromise but would not Supp
today. ht there would be a compromise and he asked
Councilman Maddox said that he also thought L s to cars using the driveway
if they would agree to rezoning part of Lot 3 with no access to Ames Avenue,
Betty O'Connell, 1401 Ames, said in no way could they agree
o out of busin
Jackie Healey said she if the driveway
at 1422 Ames• doesn't think they would g parking
was closed. would be willing to use the back portion of the Lot for p g
William Roth said they put in a buffer and construct the road along the
with no access to Ames and would p
railroad right-of-way.
should be aware of the uses that would be allowed on
There was some discussion on a recess to allow discussion on a compromise an
Councilwoman Hunt said people
the property if Midwest would move out.
Ms. McNeally of the Planning Staff reviewed the various uses allowed under present
zoning.a page).
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(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Mr. Rellemas said District #2 did not drop the matter and the original rezoning
was denied and they felt they were not qualified to discuss the appeal matter.
The Council at this time recessed for ten minutes for a discussion on a compromise
between the appellants and the residents of the area and then reconvened.
Mr. William Roth appeared and said after a discussion with residents they agreed to
propose denying the appeal with the understanding that Midwest Plastics and the
residents would agree to rezone the south portion of Lot 3 but the attorneys involved
said that is not possible.
how to proceed and several Councilpersons suggested
There was some discussion as to
that rather then deny the appeal at this time the matter be continued until the
rezoning petition is processed and ready for public hearing.
Councilman Levine moved that the appeal be continued indefinitely and be rescheduled
at the same time as a hearing on a petition to rezone.
ncern about an indefinite layover and Mr. Roth said
Several residents expressed co
the road along the railroad right-of-way and the fence
they would agree to construct
and buffer prior to the rezoning hearing and by June 15th.
After futher discussion, Councilwoman Butler asked that the motion be amended to provide
for a continuance to July 25th and there was no objection.
Roll call on the motion to continue the appeal to July 25th, 1979 to be rescheduled at
the same time as a hearing on the petition to rezone.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
The meeting was thereupon adjourned.
ATTEST*
CiClerk.
Copies sent to ��u■�����_••
Minutes approved by Council 6/ D-/7
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10:00 A.M.
`.May 17th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco; President Hozza ... 6
Absent - Councilwoman Butler ... I
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the rules be suspended to discuss proposed state
legislation.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt said it has been called to her attention that the local election
bill has been amended to include South St. Paul and that city has been granted local
consent but the local consent provision has not been given to the City of St. Paul.
She also said the Council should clarify their position in order to give proper
direction to its lobbyists.
President Hozza reviewed the policy of the city to adopt a resolution approving
proposed legislation with approval by the Mayor as one city position.
Mayor Latimer said when the city has acted on a position the city lobbyists should
represent that position. He said he objected to fall elections when it was proposed
a year ago because of the extended term and this year he told Senator Dieterich
that he has no problem with the bill because it provides for a shorter term of office.
He said he also told him that his position is not different then the Councils..
He said he signed the resolution and that is the position of the city. He said the
best argument for a fall election is that it would give a longer time to elected
officials to review the budget proposals.
Councilwoman Hunt again stressed that legislation should have local consent and she
suggested that the Council reaffirm their position and asked to be treated the same
as South St. Paul and be given local option to determine whether the city wants to
adopt the legislation.
Councilwoman Showalter said she thinks the lobbyists should work hard for legislation
when the City Council adopts it by resolution.
Ms. Wright of the Mayor's Office said the directions are clear and she will convey
the message to the authors of the legislation and the Councils original resolution
was carried to each member of the delegation.
Approval of Minutes of City Council Meetings of May 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, 1979.
Councilman Maddox moved that the minutes be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272919. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 353.02 of the Legislative Code pertaining to
firewood sold in grocery stores. (License requirement)
Laid over to May 24th for Final Adoption,
C.E. No. 272920. THIRD READING.
An ordinance granting permission to the State of Minnesota to construct, operate
and maintain chilled water lines under Wabasha St. connecting the State Capitol
Building and the State Office Building.
Laid over to May 24th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 272921. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code pertaining to zoning
and rezoning property located on the north side of Ames Ave. between Hazelwood
and Kingsford, aka 1599 Ames.
Laid over to May 24th for Final Adoption.
C.E. No. 272922. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 328.03 of the Legislative Code relating to trapping.
Laid over to May 24th for Final Adoption.
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Letter of the Chairperson of the Public Works Committee transmitting Committee
recommendations with respect to the petition of the MTC for the vacation of
part of Railway Place.
A letter of the Valuation Engineer was also noted recommending that the public
hearing be rescheduled for May 29th, 1979.
Councilman Levine moved that a date of hearing be set for May 29th.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Claim of Catherine Daly by Attorneys Johnson, Essling, Williams, Daly, Ltd.,
Suite 828 Minnesota Bldg., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on May 14, 1979, was read.
Referred tc the City Attorney's Office.
Notice of Hearing from the State Energy Agency regarding proposed rules relating
to establishing materials, installation and labeling standards for thermal
insulation products.
Filed.
Letter of the License Inspector transmitting the application for transfer of
Restaurant, On Sale Wine Licenses, On and Off Sale Malt Beverage and Cigarette
Licenses from Ronald Michael Turitto at 2060 Randolph Avenue to Donald B. Erickson
at the same address.
Filed.
Notice of Hearing from the State Public Service Department on the uniform access
rule - gas and electric utilities.
Filed.
Notice of Hearing from the State Pollution Control Agency in the adoption of
Fiscal Year 1980 Municipal Needs List AND Municipal Project List pursuant to
Minnesota Rule WPC 34 (Construction Grants).
Filed.
Resolution requesting the Mayor appoint up to 11 persons to serve on the 1979
Citizens' Budget Advisory Committee AND directing the Mayor's Proposed Budget
for 1980 be available on August 14, 1979 to all recognized district councils
AND authorizing the Council to schedule a series of evening Finance Committee
meetings with the Citizens' Budget Advisory Committee. (Laid over from 5/10/79)
Tom Watson of the Local Government Task Force of the Chamber of Commerce stressed
the importance of an advisory committee and recommended eight persons from district
councils to be chosen by the district councils and acting as individuals.
Councilwoman Hunt said the Finance Committee entertained many possibilities and
the resolution is the best thing they could come up with and they have received no
response from district councils. She said the resolution would not preclude the
committee from meeting independently and she hopes that duplication and costly
staff work could be reduced.
Councilman Maddox said he cosponsored the formation of the committee last year
and it was not his intention to have all 17 districts represented and he would like
to encourage more participation from labor and the business sector.
Mr. Watson said last year a large amount of time was spent on training which wouldn't
be required this year.
Sally Patterson of the League of Women Voters read a statement in support of access
by citizens to the budget process but expressing concerns about the charge to the
committee and its recommendation.
Councilwoman Hunt said the resolution is a product of the committee and she has
no strong feeling that it is the best procedure and would welcome suggestions.
Councilman Maddox said he would like each Councilperson to nominate one person.
Councilwoman Hunt suggested a continuance to see if there is more support from
district councils.
Councilman Hozza suggested that the resolution be laid over until Tuesday to allow
district councils to review the budget procedures.
Councilwoman Showalter stressed the need to give the committee a specific charge
and Councilman Maddox moved that the resolution be laid over for two weeks to
May 31st, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt referred to a memorandum from Mr. Bless suggesting that at least
one CIB member be a member of the Citizen Budget Advisory.Committee.
C.F. No. 272968.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Assistant
Director of School Cafeterias in Grade 11 under the heading Professional -
Administrative Group and by inserting said title in Grade 18 and by amending
Section 49 by striking out and inserting new specifications for Assistant
Director of School Cafeterias. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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C.E. No. 272969.
Service Rules by striking out the titles of Asphalt
Resolution amending the Civil
Batcherman and Asphalt Plant Engineer under the heading Semi -Skilled Labor and
inserting the title Asphalt Plant Operator and amending Section 49 by striking
out specifications for Asphalt Batcherman and Asphalt Plant Engineer and substitu-
ting in lieu thereof the specifications for the title of Asphalt Plant Operator.
(Second Reading and Adoption)Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 272970.
Resolution amending the Salary Plan and Rates of Compensation Resolution by
establishing a rate of pay for the class of Asphalt Plant Operator. (Second
Reading and Adoption)
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Resolution approving the Civil Service Rules AND the compilation into booklet
form. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends appmpila)
Laid over to May 24th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Workers'
Compensation Clerk in Section 6, Grade 19 under the heading "Clerical"
Group AND inserting its specifications in Section 49. (First Reading;
Finance Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to May 24th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Disbursement
Auditing Clerk - Schools in Section 6, Grade 30 under the heading "Clerical"
Committee recommends approval).
Laid over to Mav 24th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the present specifications
and inserting new specifications for Technical II level positions as listed.
(First Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to May
24th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Watchman I
from Section 6, Grade 13 under the heading "Attendance and Inspectional" Group and
substituting in lieu thereof the title of Security Officer AND striking the
specifications for the title Watchman I from Section 49 and inserting in proper
alphabetical order the specifications for Security Officer. (First Reading;
Finance Committee recommends approval).
Laid over to May 24th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Salary Plan and Rates of
Compeard nsation
ndoorPReso,utio and Water
to
increase the rates of pay for Life Guard,
Life Safety Instructor as they appear in Section IIB. (First Reading; Finance Committee
recommends approval)
Laid over to May
24th for Second Reading and Adoption,
Resolution amending the Salary Plan and Rates of Compensation Resolution to
increase the rates of pay for Recreation Aide and Recreation Leader I as
they
appear in Section II B. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to May 24th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Salary Plan and Rates of Compensation Resolution to
increase the rates of pay for Senior Pool Attendant and Swimming Pool Supervisor
as they appear in Section II B. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends
approval)
Laid over to May 24th for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.E. No. 272971.
Resolution amending the 1977 Capital Improvement Budget and transferring
$62,599.60 from projects as listed to Oiled Streets - 1977 Repaving Program.
(Finance Committee recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272972. preliminary approval to Galleria Towers Housing Project
Resolution granting p proper Cit
AND authorizing signature of a preliminary agreement by the prop y
Officers AND authorizing issuance
of6city revenue
Nbonds.
ays -0
Adopted. Yeas
C.E. No. 272973.
Resolution authorizing a Below Market Interest Rate Mortgage Loan Financing
Program and authorizing -a second issue of revenue bonds.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272974.
Resolution approving the appointment of Pierre N. Regnier as special counsel
to act as hearing officer in a certain discrimination case entitled John
Pecchia versus William Mitchell College of Law.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272975.
Resolution approving payment of $75.00 to Dolores M. Rauen and $600.00 to Charles
Ennis and the State Farm Insurance Company from the Tort Liability Fund in full
settlement of their respective claims.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272976.
Resolution authorizing payment of $384.66 to D. Dianne Barz Nutzman and
David S. Anderson from the Tort Liability Fund in settlement of the Nutzman
claim.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution granting the petition of Olympia Brewing Company, et al, for the
vacation of part of Reaney Ave., Greenbrier St. and parts of the alley in
Block 57, Arlington Hilss Addition and part of Block 1, Schurmeier and Evans
Addition.
Councilman Maddox moved that the resolution be laid over until Tuesday, May 22.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Discussion of possible rehabilitation of building at 1037 Dayton Avenue. (Mr. Battle,
owner).
No one appeared and Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be laid over until
Tuesday, May 22nd.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Reference was made to a motion adopted at the evening meeting on May 16th which
continued until July 25th the hearing on the appeal of Myron Roth, (Midwest Plastics,
Inc.) to a Board of Zoning Appeals decision affecting property at 1422 Ames Avenue.
It was noted that July 25th is a Wednesday and business is restricted to licensing
matters and Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be continued to Thursday,
July 26th with new notices to property owners and to be considered the same time
as a hearing on a proposed rezoning of Lot 3 at the same location.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6
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MINUTES OF THE "COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
May 22nd 1
Y 979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL 6 COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, President Hozza...5
Absent - Councilmen Butler, Tedesco ... 2
C.F. No. 272977. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of grading and paving Hawthorne Avenue from Westminster St. to
Arkwright St. under P.O. 272580. (Laid over from March 27, April 24, and May 1, 1979)
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272978. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing a sanitary sewer in Hawthorne Avenue from Westminster
St. to Arkwright St., and constructing water and sewer service connections under
P.O. 272581. (Laid over from March 27, April 24, and May 1, 1979)
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 5
C.F. No. 272979. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of condemning an easement for slopes, cuts and fills in connection /
with the improvement of Hawthorne Avenue from Westminster to Arkwright under
P.O. 272582. (Laid over from March 27, April 24, and May 1, 1979)
No one appeared.
Mr. Kuhfeld of the Public Works Department said that respect to the orders on
Hawthorne Avenue the developer has promised to pay one half of the assessment and
the Public Works Committee has recommended the orders be approved.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272980. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of improving of Hazelwood St. from Case Ave. to the proposed
cul-de-sac 300 feet north of Case Ave. AND improving of Omaban St. from Case
to the proposed cul-de-sac 245 feet north of Case. (P.O. 272835)
No one appeared.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272981. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of opening and widening Hazelwood and creating a cul-de-sac by
taking parts of Block 4, Oak Park and Block 6, Ames Outlots Additions AND
condemning and taking an easement in the land necessary for slopes, cuts
and fills occasioned by the grading and paving of Hazelwood from Case to
the proposed cul-de-sac 276.5' north of Case AND opening and widening Omaban St.
and creating a cul-de-sac by taking part of Marshall's Division Assn. AND
taking and condemning an easement in the land necessary for slopes, cuts and
fills occasioned by the grading and paving of Omaban from Case to the proposed
cul-de-sac 245 north of Case. (P.O. 272836)
No one appeared.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nave - n
C.F. No. 272982. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of construction of a water main in Hazelwood St. from Case Ave.
to the proposed cul-de-sac 300 feet north of Case Ave. AND construction of a
water main in Omaban St. from Case Ave. to the proposed cul-de-sac. (P.O. 272837)
No one appeared.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
May 22nd,1979. 57572.'
C.F. No. 272983. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of the construction of a sanitary sewer in Hazelwood St. from
Case Ave. to the proposed cul-de-sac 300 feet north of Case Ave. AND
construction of a sanitary sewer in Omaban St. from Case Avenue to the proposed
cul-de-sac 245 feet north of Case Ave. (P.O. 272838)
No one appeared.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272984. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of the installation of a public water main in Roblyn Ave. from
Wilder St. to 180 feet west of Wilder. (P.O. 272839)
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272985. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of improvement of Summit Avenue from Mississippi River Blvd.
to 330 feet east of Snelling. (P.O. 272840)
Mr. Kuhfeld responded to questions from Councilman Levine and Council President
Hozza and said meetings with the neighbors have been held and there were objections
to the experimental lighting. He said the lights will be replaced and it is his
understanding that the experimental lighting all over the city will be removed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt moved that Councilwoman Butler be excused from todays meeting.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0 /
C.F. No. 272887. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16522.
An ordinance designating the St. Paul City Hall and Ramsey County Courthouse as
a Heritage Preservation Site.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272888. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16523.
An ordinance designating the Governors' Residence, 1006 Summit Avenue, as a Heritage
Preservation Site.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272889. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16524.
An ordinance designating the Blair Flats (Angus Hotel) 165 Western Avenue
as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272890. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. N0. 16525.
An ordinance designating the Adolph Muench House, 653 E. 5th St., as a Heritage
Preservation Site.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272891. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16526.
An ordinance designating the James J. Hill House, 240 Summit Avenue, as a Heritage
Preservation Site.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272892. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. N0. 16527.
An ordinance designating the Ward Beebe House, 2022 Summit Avenue, as a Heritage
Preservation Site.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272946. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Ord. No. 7502 pertaining to the City Market Revolving
Fund AND establishing a parking fund for sue in maintenance operation, repair
and improvement to City owned parking facilities.
Laid over to May 24th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 272986. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 438 of the St. Paul Legislative Code pertaining
to unlawful display to minors of indecent publications, pictures or articles.
(See discussion below)
C.F. No. 272987. FIRST READING..
An ordinance amending Chapter 475 of the St. Paul Legislative Code pertaining
to the unlawful dissemination of materials which are harmful to minors.
Council President Hozza said he would prefer both ordinances go to committee.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Councilman Maddox said he would welcome this but he does not want the same type
of situation that occurred a year or two years ago.
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C.E. No. 272988.
FIRST READING.
An emergency ordinance amending Section 154.01 of the Legislative Code and .rates
of fare for taxicabs within the City of St. Paul. ues
Mr. Byrne, Assition from President Hozza and
stant City Attorney, responded to a q
said the ordinance requires seven affirmative votes.
Councilwoman Hunt asked if the City Attorney's Office feels this ordinance meets
the requirements for an emergency ordinance and Mr. Byrne said the ordinance was
approved merely as to its form and not its merit.
ordinance qualifiessasdanffacts emergencyuld ordinanceeandpart o
he askedewhether thisrecord ncouldebehe
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sustained in court.
Mr. Byrne said that from his view and the view of Mr. Garvey it does not.
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xunt saidinstancestthefLicenseirst 1ng Committeehhasdestablished be done is a fact findinggather the1committee11
Councilwoman Hunt moved the ordinance be introduced today as a regular ordinance
AND the emergency ordinance be introduced a week from Yeoday.with the License
are documentation to
inspectors office and the city Attorney's office to p p
justify its introduction.
The ordinance was laid over to May 29th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 272989.
in conditions and assurances concerningthe etabheshment
Resolution providing certa
of the Job Corps Center at the Bethel site. (Recommended for approvalbY
City Development Committee asYamended) Nays - 0
Adopted.
Claim of John Anderson, 1236 Earl Street, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed.on May 17,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mrs. Marion Clark, 1230 Frisbie Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
May 17, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Jeanette Law, 1455 E. Minnehaha Avenue, Apt. 104, St. Paul, Minnesota,
filed on May 17, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Cindy Taylor, 224 E. Baker Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on May 16,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Alma M. Volk, 1756 No. Howard St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
May 17, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Marcella Chapman versus the City of
St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
rke
Letter of the State Department of Revenue transmittn foring ookerreliT. Pa her assessed
Pres. for Help Encourage Local Progress, app
licatiovaluation described in Application #281910:
Filed.
Copy of letter of the Mayor transmitting the District 2 Plan, was noted.
It was ordered the Citizen Participation Coordinator meet with representatives
of the district and recommend a date of hearing for consideration.
Letter of William Patton, Administrator of Community Development, transmitting
a request for a public hearing to consider the addition of a new project, the
relocation of Industrial Steel Container Corporation to the Community Development
Year IV Program. 29th be established.
Councilman Maddox moved a hearing date for May Yeas S
Nays -`0
Adopted.
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57574.
May 22nd, 1979.;
Notice of Hearing from the State Department of Natural Resources on the proposed
inclusion of the Minnesota Wild, Scenic and.Recreational Rivers System of the
Cloquet River.
Filed.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer transmitting the recommendation for a
public hearing for June 19, 1979.for',the petition of George and Barbara Stahl
to vacate'a sewer easement over Lot 1, Block 2, Otto Hunt's Addition.
Councilman Maddox moved the recommendation be accepted
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays 0
Administrative Orders:
D 4903 - Authorization to purchase a.fork lift for $18,500.00 without
bids or advertisement.
D 4904 - Authorization for the Purchasing Agent to_purchase 3.2 beer for four
Municipal Golf Courses.
D 4905 - Authorization for the Purchasing Agent to purchase soft drinks for
four Municipal Golf Courses:
D 4906 - Authorization to pay '$10.44 from the Workers' Compensation Account
to Louis St. Marie, Dept. of Community Services employee.
D 4907 - Authorization to pay $209.00 from the Workers' Compensation Account
to Otimio Vasquez, Dept. of Community Services employee.
D 4908 - Approval of a Change Order of $500.00 and extension of the contract
time to Ethridge Construction Co. for the City, Hall Annex project.
Resolution granting the petition of Olympia Brewing Co., et al, for the vacation
of part of Reaney Ave., Greenbrier St. and parts of the alley in Evans Addition.
(Laid over from May 17, 1979)
Councilman Maddox moved that the resolution be laid over to May 29th.
Adopted. Yeas 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272990.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget transferring $10,900.00 from Contingent
Reserve — General to Department of Public Works - Clean Capital City (Publication
of brochures).
Councilwoman Hunt asked why the funds -could not be drawn from department funds j
rather than drawing from the Contingent Reserve particularly as reference is made
.to city reimbursement.
Mr. Peter Hames said reimbursement is expected but --is not entirely certain.
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks the bill should be paid now however it seems to
her the time to make a transfer would be sometime nearer to October. She said she
would support such a transfer in October but not know when theoretically_ the
department funds would be reimbursed. ,She asked whether the Contingent Reserve
fund would be reimbursed particularly in 'light of the fact that this item is listed
as a line item within the Public Works budget.
Peter Hames said that if October presentation of the resolution were her preference
he would agree to that.
Council President Hozza suggested the first page of the resolution, i.e. statement of
public purpose and the second page of the resolution which actually effects the
transfer be presented later.
The recommendation was.agreed to.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272991.
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a building
(house only) at 246 Edmund Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays 0
C.F. No. 272992.
Resolution approving the action of the St. Paul Board of Appeals and Review
with regard to property at 1441-43 Sherburne and 273 Dayton Avenue (Dolores Gahan
and Lillian Baumgartner respective appellants).
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays 0
C.F. No. 272993.
Resolution revoking the sauna license of Cindy Russell dba Penthouse Sauna
at 54 W. Seventh St.'
No one appeared in response to an invitation from the chair.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays -'O
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May 22nd, 1979.OW
::Resolution recommending to the Executive Council of the State Department of
Economic Development that a loan to the University Ave. Development Corporation
for a restaurant to be known as Engine House No. 5 be approved.',
Council President Hozza said he was asked to sign the resolution and did so
because it seemed to be a noncontroversial item. He said that since then he has
found that such was not the case. He mentioned the Selby/Mackubin location and
the interrelation of this resolution with the Heine liquor transfer matter.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be laid over to May 24th.
Councilman Levine moved that the rules be suspended to consider agenda item X156
and #58.
C.F. No. 272994.
Resolution adopting District 14 Plan as part of the St. Paul Comprehensive Plan.
Council President Hozza said the record will be, left open for further comments.
Marjorie Kirk, 1832 Jefferson, said she was in favor of making Jefferson a quiet
neighborhood street and Council President Hozza replied this plan goes a long way
to accomplishing that.
Sister Mary Ellen Ward expressed concern for the safety of children in the Randolph/
Albert area. She said the Council should keep in mind that traffic will be diverted
to that location and there are 'almost 2,000 students attending Cretin and Derham
Hall who use the Randolph/Albert area.
Councilman Levine asked whether the Traffic Department should not be looking into
new signals for high pedestrian areas such as this.
Council President Hozza said that at the meeting the Council indicated it did not
want to increase the speed or change the character of the neighborhood and in no
means does the Council want to increase the problem on Randolph by decreasing the
problem on Jefferson. He suggested to Sister Mary Ellen Ward that Roger Ryan
would be the person to talk to with regard to this matter.
Roll call on the resolution. /
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays 0
Discussion of possible rehabilitation of building at 1037 Dayton Avenue
(Mr. Battle, owner, laid over from May 17, 1979)
Mr. Sam. Blue of the Building Department read the departmental report on the
building condition and said the wrecking order was stopped pursuant to the City
Council's recommendation. He said that recent inspection indicates nothing has been
done to correct the building condition.
Mr. Blue responded to a question from President Hozza and said the courts have
ordered that the building be wrecked.
President Hozza said this belongs in the same category as the houses on Winifred
and on Como previously considered by the City Council and he said at that time the
Council has a policy on matters such as this.
has engaged an architect. He said
Mr. Battle said he has secured insurance and
the door on Chatsworth has been boarded up and tentative financing has been established
with a view to a twelve unit building.
Councilman Levine asked iftherehabilitation could be done immediately and it was
with that understanding Mr. Battle was advised to get insurance and come back to the
Council in one week. He said the matter has been laid over several times because
of circumstances beyond Mr. Battles control. personally
Council President Hozza said he does not want his remarks to be taken p y
or even with respect to this particular piece of property. He said he had to make
a previous appearance before the District Court wherein he promised the court the
Council would no longer do this type of activity. He said the Council is going to
be held on contempt of court.
Councilwoman Hunt said she was at the, meeting and reluctantly went with the motion
on the matter because the Council agreed this was an exceptional case.
Council President Hozza reaffirmed that he wished to make it clear he is not talking
about Mr. Battle or this particular house but he thinks that the Councils credibility
is being damaged severely.
rder for 1037 Dayton came before the Council
Councilman Levine said the condemnation o
before it established the policy and it has been since the adoption of that policy
that Mr. Battle acquired the building. He said he would rather a building be
rehabilitated then be torn down and when'a person comes before the Council with a
check in hand then the idea :of rehabilitation should be entertained.
Councilman Levine asked if all the commitments toward rehabilitation have been
accomplished and Mr. Battle said construction will start as soon as he can satisfy
the Building Department.
He commented briefly on the,present condition of the building by saying that the
department complaint, on the broken windows is picayunish but if the department
insists he will correct the situation.
(Discussion continued to the following page)..
\ 57576.
May.22nd; 1979.,
(Discussion continued from the -previous page).
Councilwoman Hunt asked '?whether.the insurance information has been submitted
to the City Attorney for approval because it has always been a concern that
conditions of liability of the;city and the ;Council be satisfied.
Mr. Byrne, Assistant City Attorney, said he.would have an answer on the insurance
form sometime this noon.
Councilman Maddox suggested the matter be laid over until Thursday and that
Mr. Battle meet with the City; Attorney`s Office and determine that everything is
proper.
Mr. Battle said he has talked to the Zoning Department and everything, depends
on what the Council wants to,,do as'to the zoning situation of the property.
Councilwoman Hunt reminded Mr.;,Battle that if there is a:need for a`zoning
determination by the council -that"he', Mr. Battle, would be proceeding at his own
risk.
Mr. Battle responded to a question from Councilwoman Showalter by saying there are
no longer any plans to put a store in the bottom of the building.
councilman Levine said, he, would support approval today subject to approval of the
City Attorney of the insurance.
Councilman Maddox said the Council wants to help Mr. Battle and to that end he
might suggest that Mr.Battle get together with Mr. Byrne and find out what has to
be done and 'consider the matter on Thursday. He questioned whether a zoning
change is necessary any longer inasmuch as the plans for the store have been
discarded and Mr. Blue said that the zoning change is necessary because the
building has been vacant over 360 days and its grandfather clause has expired.
Mr. Blue said there are also questions of adequate off street parking.
Councilman Maddox suggested once again the matter be laid over to Thursday and
that Messrs. Byrne and Bowser report to the Council on Thursday.
Councilwoman Hunt said there were other considerations in addition to the insurance
factor.
Mr. Battle requested the matter be continued to Tuesday, May 29th, rather than
to May 24th.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be considered again on May 29th.
Council President Hozza.reaffirmed that as far as he is concerned the matter is
not a matter of Mr. Battle.
Roll call.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 (Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter)/
Nays - 1 (President Hozza)
C.F. No. 272995.
Resolution granting Bingo Game Licenses to Hazel Park Comm. Club Ladies Aux.
and St. Adalburt Rosary Society.
Adopted.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 272996.
Resolution granting the transfer of Sunday On Sale Liquor license AND transfer
of Restaurant, Tavern and other licenses from Bars Unlimited, Inc. at 880 E.
Seventh St. to Bars Unlimited, Inc. dba Tartan Lounge, at 880 E. 7th St. with
change of officers and stockholders.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272997.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272998.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272999.
Resolution granting Drive -In Restaurant License to. John Fida at 1440 E. Minnehaha Ave.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273000.
Resolution granting Drive -In Restaurant license to Frank and Meredith Ratasky at
63 W. George St.
Adopted. Yeas 5 Nays 0
C.F. No. 273001.
Resolution granting Temporary On Sale Malt Beverage.license to St. Francis De Sales
Casino Club..
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
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May 22nd, 1979.
C.F. No. 273002.
Resolution granting Auto Body Repair license to Thomas E.-Wernet at 506 S. Smith.
Adopted. Yeas 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273003.
Preliminary Order for the grading and paving the alley in Block.l, Auerbach and
Hand's Addition from Rose to Maryland Avenues AND setting date of public hearing
for June 19, 1979. Yeas -.5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273004.
and taking an easement in the land necessary
Preliminary Order for the condemning
for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the grading and paving the alley in
Block 1, Auerback and Hands Addition AND setting date of public hearing for
June 19, 1979.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273005.
Preliminary Order for the grading and paving in Block 8, Watt's Park, from Howard
St. to McKnight Rd. AND setting date of public hearing for June 19, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273006.
e condemning and taking an easement in the landnecessary
Preliminary Order for th
for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the grading and paving of the alley in
Block 8, Watt's Park from Howard St. to McKnight Rd. AND setting date of public
hearing for June 19, 1979. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273007.
Preliminary Order for the grading and paving in Block 3, Edmund Rice's 3r
Addition from Jackson St. to Agate St. AND setting date of public hearing for
June 19, 1979.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.E. No. 273008.
Preliminary Order for the condemning and taking an easement in the land necessary
for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the grading and paving of the alley
in Block 3, Edmund Rice's Third Addition AND setting date of public hearing for
June 19, 1979. yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273009. grading and awing an alley in Block 72, W. J.
Preliminary Order for the opening, g g p ur oses
Godfrey's Subdivision by taking and condemning an easement
for
alleAND setting
on, over and across the north 16 feet of Lots 15 thru 29, Block
date of public hearing for June
ea19, 5979. Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273010. grading and paving an alley in Block 72, W. J. Goclfrey's
Preliminary Order for opening, g g
Subdivision by taking and condemning an easement for alley purposes on, over and
across the north 16 feet of Lots 15 thru 29 in said Block 72 AND condemning and taking
an easement in the land necessary for Wslopes,
cuts
and
fills occasioned
ion AND by the
grading
1979.
te
and paving of the alley in Block
of public hearing for June 19, 19- 5 Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas
C.F. No. 273011.
the improving of DeSoto St. from North St. to Collins t.
Preliminary Order for
AND North St. from DeSoto St. to Payne Ave. AND setting date of public hearing for
June 19, 1979. yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273012. of an easement in the land
Preliminary Order for the condemning and taking grading in DeSoto
necessary for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the g g
St. from North St. to Collins St. AND North St. from DeSoto St. to Payne Ave.
AND setting date of public hearing for June 19, 1979.- 0
Adopted. Yeas - 5
` May 22nd, 1979.
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C.F. No. 273013.
Resolution approving assessment for summary abatements for the period December 1
thru December 31, 1978 AND setting date of public hearing for June 19, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273014.
Resolution approving assessment for Boarding -up and demolition for period December 1
thru December 31, 1978 AND setting date of public hearing for June 19, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273015.
Preliminary Order for the reconstruction of sidewalks on streets as listed:
Mt. Curve Blvd., west side from Randolph Ave. to north to Lot 21 Miss. View.
Mt. Curve Blvd., east side only at 464 and 454 Mt. Curve.
Finn St., both sides from Jefferson Ave. to north 141 ft.
Syndicate St., ease side from 110 feet south of Minnehaha Ave. to north 60 feet.
AND setting date of public hearing for June 19, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273016.
Preliminary Order for the reconstruction of sidewalks on streets listed:
Armstrong Ave., north side from Chatsworth St. to west 35E right-of-way
Fairview Ave., east side from Pinehurst Ave. to Highland Pkwy.
St. Paul Ave., south side from Davern St. to Edgcumbe Rd.
St. Paul Ave., north side from Davern St. to west 140 feet abutting 1215 Davern
AND setting date of public hearing for June 19, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273017.
Resolution granting the transfer of On Sale Liquor license from Guy, Leonette
E. and Mark P. Rice at 96 N. Dale St. to Leo H. Gadbois at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox requested the City Attorney check to see if the residence
requirements extend to members of boards and the commissions and particularly to
persons who will be administrating the Truth in Housing Ordinance.
Councilman Maddox referred to a letter received by the William Mitchell College
of Law and others from the Parking Commission requesting donations to put a provision
in the ordinance to allow a parking permit for residential areas.
Councilman Maddox moved the question of the propriety of the Parking Commissions
letter be referred to the Public Works Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt responded to a recent appearance at the City Council of Mrs.
Westercill and noted the report of the chimney at 720 W. Minnehaha was dated
August of 1978 and that to date the problem has not been resolved. She said the
Council should instruct the City Attorney to do something about this chimney.
Councilwoman Hunt moved the Building Department respond to the situation at
720 W. Minnehaha.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine requested there be a police officer in attendance in the
Council Chambers at all times and noted a recent critical situation on the 7th
floor and the inability to get a quick response to it.
It was noted that the City Attorney is checking into the contract provisions
for the furnishing of protection by the Sheriff's Office.
Council President Hozza reported on the status of the People Mover legislation at
the State Capitol and said it is in better shape legislatively then its ever been
as far as protections from the provider. He noted the guarantees by the private
sector had been increased and made references to the formula as it affects CIB
and MTC monies. He said the senate bill prohibits tax increment financing within
one half mile of the People Mover route except for transportation purposes. He
noted this provision would not affect skyway.,dowelopment.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meetijpf be adjdurned.
Adopted. Yeas - Nays - 0
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
May .23rd, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Showalter, President Hozza-5
Absent - Councilmen Butler, Tedesco ... 2
Request by Mr. William Heine to withdraw his application for the transfer of
his On Sale Liquor License from 488-492 St. Peter Street to 777 Grand Avenue.
Councilperson Showalter moved the request by granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Request by Engine House Associates, Limited, A Limited Partnership, (Mr. Richard
S. Henke) that a date (July 18, 1979) be set for a public hearing on his application
for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License presently held by Heine, Incorporated
at 488-492 St. Peter Street to Engine House Associates, Limited, A Limited Partnership
at 498 Selby Avenue.
Mr. Grayson, attorney for Robert Heine's children, said he wants to be sure the
children are protected.
Council President Hozza said that unless those names are on the License they are
not affected but he suggested Mr. Grayson get together with Mr. Garvey.
Councilman Maddox asked what correlation is there to this Liquor License and the
line agenda yesterday requesting a state loan.
President Hozza said he thinks that is the question he planned to go into at tomorrow's
meeting when the resolution comes up for consideration.
Mr. Carchedi, License Inspector, and Mr. Henke said they are not aware of the situation.
Mr. Carchedi said that Mr. Henke, is applying to purchase the Heine License from Mr.
Heine, Jr. and it is all contingent on whether he is allowed to move it. He said he is
unaware of the loan situation because his office does not have the complete -application.
Councilperson Showalter moved a hearing date for July 18th, 1979 be established.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Bingo Application - Women of the Moose, St. Paul Chapter No. 70, 1795 E. Seventh Street,
26 periods. (Ione Grams, Recorder, and Ellen Mae LaValla, Manager, notified to attend).
Councilman Maddox moved approval.
Adopted.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Change of officersin Gannon's, Inc., On Sale Liquor Licensee at 2728 W. Seventh Street.
(No one notified to attend).
C.F. No. 273018.
Resolution approving change of officers in Gannons, Inc., holder of On Sale Liquor
License at 2728 W. Seventh Street.
Councilman Maddox moved approval.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Wine and On Sale Malt Beverage and
miscellaneous licenses issued toRonald M. Turitto at 2060 Randolph Avenue to Donald
B. Erickson at the same address. (Donald B. Erickson notified to attend).
C.F. No. 27319.
Resolution approving the transfer of the On Sale Wine and On Sale Malt Beverage
AND miscellaneous licenses issued to Ronald M. Turitto at 2060 Randolph Avenue
to Donald B. Erickson at the same address.
Councilman Levine moved approval. .
Adopted. Yeas -- 5 Nays - 0
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License and "miscellaneous
licenses issued to Swez, Inc. at 1900 Stillwater Avenue to Parkway Tavern, Inc.
at the same address. (William J. and Janice M. Kernal notified to attend).
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C.F. No. 27320.
Resolution approving the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License AND miscellaneous
licenses issued to Swez, Inc, at 1900 Stillwater Avenue to Parkway Tavern, Inc.
at the same address.
Councilperson Showalter moved approval.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Application by J. B., Incorporated, On Sale Liquor Licensee at 193 S. Robert Street,
doing business as Mayor T.R. Potts Public Eating and Drinking Establishment, to
expand their area of service of liquor. (Eric J. Mattson notified to attend).
Mr. Carchedi showed a plan for the proposed service area and answered Councilperson
Showalter's questions as to parking.
Councilman Maddox moved approval.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Application for a Bingo License by the Johnson Area Hockey Association-at':1079
Rice Street for 52 periods. Daniel J. O'Connor, Treasurer, and Harold N. Marty,
Manager, notified to attend.
Councilman Maddox moved approval.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Discussion of the proposed changes in the notification requirements of On and/or
Off Sale Liquor transfers (person to person).
Mr. Carchedi said a memo had been sent to Mr. Carlson and Karen Christofferson regarding
a request that transfers be made a part of the early alert system. He noted that s
considerable delay in the processing of said transfer would result from accomodation /
with the request.
President Hozza said he did not see what additional information would result from
neighborhood involvement.
Councilman Maddox said this would be discussed with Karen Christofferson within the
License Committee sometime in June.
Philip Byrne,Assistant City Attorney, said the only possibility wherein neighborhood
involvement would be a factor would be in those situations where a new owner is going
to adopt a new style of operation such as a disco which could result in changing the
character of a neighborhood as to traffic pattern and neighborhood safety. Mr. Byrne
said however this is a remote possibility.
Councilman Maddox moved the subject of the Carchedi memo regarding the notification;
requirements be referred to the Legislation Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilperson Hunt referred to a remark at,yesterday's Council Meeting as to whether
or not persons who serve on the Truth In Housing Board were required to be residents.
She said she thinks the Council is operating on a double standard and said that she
is referring to the hiring of a Minneapolis attorney to do the Council's investigation
in the Liquor License probe. Councilperson Hunt said that tomorrow she is going to
move to reconsider the appointment of Mr. Hunegs as an investigator.
President Hozza said that if she is going to make such a motion the Council may as well
throw up the whole question. He said that in this particular case the Council went out
of its way to get a completely qualified individual because it was impossible to
get a St. Paul attorney who was not in some way involved. He said to make the appointment
part of the residence question is uncalled for.
Councilman Maddox said if the Council is going to play games with the residency
he is willing to take the question to the voters. He said we talked to some eighteen
attorneys and could not find someone. Councilman Maddox said he always thought Minneapolis
should be part of a reciprocal arrangement as far as residency is concerned because
they are both core cities.
Counciperson Hunt said she is arguing for consistency. She said that as far as the
assumption there was no one in St. Paul qualified, she does not remember any advertising
by the Council for the investigator position.
Councilperson Showalter moved that President Hozza be excused from the Council meeting
of May 24th, 1979.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Maddox moved the meeting be adjourne
Adopted. Yeas - 5
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10:00 A.M.
May 24th, -1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Acting President Hunt at 10:10 A. M.
Present - Councilmen Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Acting President Hunt...4
Absent - Councilmen Butler, Tedesco, President Hozza...3 (President arrived at a
point during the meeting)
Councilman Maddox moved that Councilwoman Butler be excused from todays meeting.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Hearing to consider the advisability and necessity of ordering the correction or
wrecking and removal of a building at 409 No. Fairview. (Garage)
President Hunt noted communication from the Housing and Building Code Enforcement
Unit indicating the offending garage had been removed. She ordered the file closed.
Hearing on the petition of Conrad Leurer to rezone property at the southeast
corner of Larpenteur and Galtier Avenues aka Lots 28 and 29, Block 4, Rice Street
Villas. (Laid over from April 26, 1979)
Donna McNeally, City Planner, read the recommendation of the Planning Commission
for denial.
A letter from the District 6 Planning Council recommending approval of a revised
proposal for a B-3 zoning request of Mr. Leurer was submitted for addition to the file.
A petition of five names of residents in the nearby vicinity registering no objection
to a revised proposal to a B-3 zoning classification was also noted and added to the
file.
Mr. James Robert Tschida representing Mr. Leurer said that the original petition was
for an I-1 zoning but since that time his client has reconsidered and asked for a
B-3. He said the land is a tract of 80 foot frontage and 100 feet depth and it is /
marginal land which has for years been used for truck farming and a celery farm. !/
Mr. Tschida said Linders Green House is adjacent to the property. There is a
7-11 Store nearby on the same side of Larpenteur and going to the west is a car wash
and a commercial building principally with rental office space.
Acting President Hunt said her recommendation is that the 'matter be referred back to
the Planning Commission because of the change in the proposal. She said she thinks
Mr. Tschida's clients interests would be better served by having the Zoning Board
review the new proposal. She said it would be up to Mr. Tschida however to decide
what his clients decision would be.
Mr. Tschida agreed with this appraisal.
Councilman Maddox moved the Planning Commission and the Zoning Staff make new
recommendations based on the new proposal be submitted.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspended.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273021.
Resolution authorizing the financing of a Second Below Market Interest Rate
Mortgage Loan Program under Chapter 260, Laws of Minnesota AND authorizing the
issuance of single family mortgage revenue bonds to finance the program.
Mr. Terry McNellis referred to a proposal of Congressman Uhlman to eliminate the
powers of cities and states to issue tax exempt bonds. He said the purpose of
the present resolution would be to authorize negotiations with Piper, Jaffray and
Hopwood regarding said bond distribution.
Roll call. s Na - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 4 y
(See note later in the meting)
Councilman Maddox said he was disappointed with the TV coverage of the situation
regarding the residency ordinance and said he was sorry the original agreement to
turn the matter over to an ad hoc committee was not kept. ,He said seven Council
Members sat here and, made an agreement and the issue of having someone outside St. Paul
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was discussed theoretically. He said in fact Councilwoman Hunt had two recommendations
and both individuals were for people who lived outside St. Paul.
Councilman Maddox said over twenty persons were considered for the position of
investigator. He said he is -getting -the impression that 'six people on the,Council
can submit ordinances and there are compromises but when Councilwoman Hunt submits
an ordinance there is no compromise. He said he believes the investigation was
started and it should be concluded. He said it should be concluded because this
Council made a commitment to get to the bottom of the investigation and he objected
to what he called the residency issue being used as a smoke screen to terminate the
investigation.
Councilman Maddox moved that Council President Hozza meet with the head of the
Ramsey County Bar Associationandask for a recommendation that would come from that
organization so the Council can proceed with the investigation.
Acting President Hunt said she regrets if she ha"s caused any distress to members of
the Council or to Mr. Hunegs however the residency question is so broad as to extend
to areas greater then just to employees.
Councilman Maddox said he is willing to pursue this further next week because he
is concerned with a breach of the agreements.
Councilman Levine said he has watched what has taken place for the past twenty four
hours. He said it is very foolish for Councilwoman Hunt to tie the license
investigation to the residency issue because she codd not get support for her proposal.
Councilman Levine said we really need someone for the investigation who is competent,
courageous and tenacious and who isnot tied in with :the bar owners in St. Paul.
He said it looks to him as if there is an effort to use this residency -issue as a
smoke screen to drop the investigation.
Roll call on Councilman Maddox's motion.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine noted that it was his suggestion originally to go to the Ramsey
County Bar Association but after listening to agruments against his proposal he
was convinced it would be more advantageous to get someone away from the immediate /
area.
Council President Hozza arrived at this point in the meeting.
Councilman Maddox moved that the roll call on C.F. 273021 be reconsidered.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273021.
(See previous entry)
Reconsidered roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Council President Hozza left the meeting at this time.
C.F. No. 272919. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16528.
An ordinance amending Chapter 353.02 of the Legislative Code pertaining to
firewood sold in grocery stores. (License requirement)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 272920. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. N0. 16529.
An ordinance granting permission to the State of Minnesota to construct, operate,
and maintain chilled water lines under Wabasha St. connecting the State Capitol
Building and the State Office Building.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272921. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. N0. 16530.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code pertaining to zoning
and rezoning property located on the north side of Ames Avenue between Hazelwood
and Kingsford, aka 1599 Ames Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272922. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16531.
An ordinance amending Chapter 328.03 of .the Legislative Code relating to trapping.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272946. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Ord. No. 7502 pertaining to the City Market Revolving Fund
AND establishing a parking fund for use in maintenance operation, repair and
improvement to City owned parking facilities.
Laid over to May 31st for Final Adoption.
Claim of Elena T. D'Zuro, 578 Forest St., Apt. X12, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
May 21, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
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Claim of Harry Erickson, 687 Como Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
May 22, 1979, was read.;
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Eugene Glanz by Attorney -Gerald E. Frisch, 2350 West Seventh Street,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on May 22, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of George; Sue Williams by Attorney Jeffrey A. Hassan, Suite 830 Minnesota Bldg.,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on May 22, 1979,; was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Frances and James Finley versus the
City of St. Paul.
Referred to the, City Attorney.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting the, petition of Donald and Margery
Turek for the vacation of part of Magoffin Ave. 'is'in proper form.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing date of June 19,
1979 to consider a petition of the City of St. Paul for, the vacation of Lot
17, Block 1, Michel's Subdivision of Block 4, Stinson's Division.
Councilwoman Showalter moved approval of, the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing date of July 3, 1979
to consider the petition of N.S.P. for the vacation of an alley in Block 4,
Snelling Parka
Councilwoman Showalter moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas 4 Nays - 0
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing date of July 3, 1979
to consider the petition of the Summit State Bank of Phalen Park and Marjorie
E. Hutchinson for the vacation of part of an alley between Block 4, Nilssons and
Subdivision and Block 4, Hendricks Acre Lots No. 2.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas 4 Nays - 0
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing date of July 3, 1979
to consider the petition of Eleanor C. Lyons, et al for the vacation of an
alley in Block 14, Kittson's Addition.
Councilwoman Showalter moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Administrative Orders:
D 4909 - Payment of $50.76 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Joan
Messina, Dept. of Police employee.
D 4910 - Addition of $950.00 to seal the exterior walls of the Orchard
Recreation Center Project.
D 4911 - Addition of $7,300.00 for items as listed to the City Hall Annex
Phase I Project.
D 4912 - Remittance of $398.79 to Sharon Stewart in reimbursement for travel
expenses for a trip to Washington, D.C. in her capacity as coordinator
for the Work Equity Project.
D 4913 - Payment of $418.00 from the Workers' Compensation Account to James
H. Taylor, Dept. of Public Works employee.
D 4914 - Payment of $6,300.00 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Kenneth
Smart, Dept. of Community Services employee.
C.F. No. 273022.
Resolution approving the Civil Service Rules AND the compilation into booklet
form. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273023.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Workers'
Compensation Clerk in Section 6, Grade 19 under the heading "Clerical Group"
AND inserting its specifications in Section 49. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays 0
C.F. No. 273024.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Disbursement
Auditing Clerk -Schools in Section .6, Grade 30, under the heading "Clerical"
Group AND inserting its specifications in Section 49. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
May 24, 1979.
C.F. No. 273025.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the present specifications
and inserting new specifications for Technician II level positions as listed.
(Second Reading and Adoption)
Yeas - 4 Nays 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273026.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Watchman I from
Section 6, Grade 13 under the heading "Attendance and Inspectional" Group and
substituting in lieu thereof the title of Security officer AND striking the
specifications for the title Watchman I from Section 49 and inserting in proper
alphabetical order the specifications for Security Officer. (Second Reading and
Adoption.) Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 4
C.E. No. 273027.
Resolution amending the Salary Plan and Rates of Compensation Resolution to
increase the rates of pay for Life Guard, Life Guard (Indoor Pool) and Water
Safety Instructor as they appear in Section IIB. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273028.
Resolution amending the Salary Plan and Rates of Compensation Resolution to increase
the rates of pay for Recreation Aide and Recreation Leader I as they appear
in Section IIB. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273029.
Resolution amending the Salary Plan and Rates of Compensation Resolution to
increase the rates of pay for Senior Pool Attendant and Swimming Pool Supervisor
as they appear in Section IIB. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays- 0
Resolution approving terms and conditions of the 1978-1980 Labor Agreement between
the City of St. Paul and ISD #625 and the International Association off Machinists
and Aerospace Workers District Lodge 477. (First Reading; Employment
he
period July 1, 1978 thru July 30, 1981.)
Laid over to May 31st for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.F. No. 273030.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring amounts as listed from
Departments as listed to fund 1979 salary needs. (Finance Committee recommends
approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273031.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $60,000 from Contingent
Reserve - General to Dept. of Community Services - Transfer or Contribution
to Special Fund for Mississippi River Corridor Project; involves Metro Council
and other grants in the amount of $767,500.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273032.
Resolution approving the appointment of James Kirk to the Board of Zoning Appeals
to fill the unexpired term originally held by Betty Zachary until November 1, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273033.
Resolution accepting an Urban Development Action grant for Brown and Bigelow and
authorizing the execution of the grant agreement.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273034.
Resolution granting renewal of Sunday On Sale Liquor Licenses to Kellyb Pub at
11 W. 10th Street and O'Gara Bar and Grill, Inc. at 164 No. Snelling Avenue AND
granting new Sunday On Sale Liquor License to J.B., Inc. at 193 So. Robert St.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273035.
Resolution recommending to the Executive Council of the State Dept: of
Economic Development that a loan to the University Ave. Development Corp.
for a restaurant to be known as Engine House No. 5 be approved. (Laid over from
May 22, 1979)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273037.
Resolution granting Temporary On Sale Malt Beverage Licenses to St. Luke's
Catholic Church and to Christ of the Andies Mission.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273038.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273039.
Resolution requesting additional grant funds from the Metropolitan Council for
Metropolitan Land Planning Act.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273040.
Resolution approving payment of $250.00 to Robert Cierzan from the Tort Liability
Fund in settlement of his claim. /
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273041.
Resolution authorizing execution of agreement with United States Dept. of
Commerce for payment to the City of St. Paul Fire Dept. of $250.00 for each
investigative report involving fires related to Thermal Home Insulation.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273042.
Resolution approving the plat of Barclay Estates.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273043.
Resolution authorizing an agreement with Burlington Northern, Inc. to provide
reimbursement to said company in the estimated amount of $8,975.00.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be
Adopted. Yeas - 4 1100
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C.E. No. 273036.
Resolution granting the
transfer of Sunday On
Sale Liquor Licenses AND Restaurant
and other licenses from
J. J. White, Inc. and
Blarney, Inc. at 719 N. Dale St.
to Blarney, Inc. and J.
J. White, Inc. at the
same address.
Adopted.
Yeas - 4
Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273037.
Resolution granting Temporary On Sale Malt Beverage Licenses to St. Luke's
Catholic Church and to Christ of the Andies Mission.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273038.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273039.
Resolution requesting additional grant funds from the Metropolitan Council for
Metropolitan Land Planning Act.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273040.
Resolution approving payment of $250.00 to Robert Cierzan from the Tort Liability
Fund in settlement of his claim. /
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273041.
Resolution authorizing execution of agreement with United States Dept. of
Commerce for payment to the City of St. Paul Fire Dept. of $250.00 for each
investigative report involving fires related to Thermal Home Insulation.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273042.
Resolution approving the plat of Barclay Estates.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273043.
Resolution authorizing an agreement with Burlington Northern, Inc. to provide
reimbursement to said company in the estimated amount of $8,975.00.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be
Adopted. Yeas - 4 1100
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\ 10:00 A.M.
` May 29th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:04 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Vice President Tedesco ... 6
Absent - Council President Hozza...I
Hearing was held on the petition of the Metropolitan Transit Commission for the
vacation of part of Railway Place between Montgomery St. and a point 360 feet west of
Cleveland Avenue.
A letter of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending approval of the petition
subject to certain terms and conditions.
Mr. Newcombe, attorney representing Minnesota Transfer, said they own property
immediately to the west and do not object to this petition but want to notify the
city that they will petition for the vacation of Railway Place that abuts their
property.
James Donough, representing U.S.Bedding, said they also abut Railway Place to the
west and object to this vacation because they might desire access in the future.
Councilwoman Butler said the Public Works Committee heard this matter three times
and there were no objections registered and on that basis recommended approval of
the petition.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the petition be approved subject to the terms and
conditions recommended by the Valuation Engineer.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that Councilman Hozza be excused from todays Council Meeting.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Hearing was held on the petition of Modular Homes of Minnesota, Inc. for the
vacation of Barclay Street from Burns Avenue to McLean Avenue.
No one appeared in objection. roved subject to the terms \
Councilwoman Butler moved that the petition be app sub"7
and conditions recommended by the Valuation Engineer.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Hearing on the petition of Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company and others
for the vacation of certain air rights in Reaney Avenue between Mendota and
Forest Streets.
A letter of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending approval of the
petition subject to certain terms and conditions.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Eggum of the Valuation Engineers Office
explained the proposal to vacate a two foot four inch strip projected over the
sidewalk and sixty feet above ground level.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the petition be approved subject to the terms
and conditions recommended by the Valuation Engineer.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Hearing on the petition of the City of St. Paul and Independent School District
No. 625 for the vacation of portions of Sheridan Avenue between Sue Street and
Edgcumbe Road.
At the question of Councilwoman Butler, Mr. Eggum said no compensation is
recommended because it is basically a Parks Department proposal.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the petition be approved subject to the terms
and conditions recommended by the Valuation Engineer.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Hearing to consider the inclusion of the relocation of the Industrial Steel
Container Corporation into the Community Development Year IV Program.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the proposal.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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In the matter of grading and paving and constructing concrete curb and gutter
AND storm sewer in California Avenue from Payne Avenue to Parkway Drive, under
P.O. 272868. (Laid over to June 26th - See discussion below)
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing a sanitary sewer in California Avenue from Payne
Avenue to Greenbrier St., under P.O. 272869. (Laid over to June 26th - See note
below)
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing water main and water service connections in
California Avenue from Payne Avenue to Parkway Drive, under P.O. 272870.
(Laid over to June 26th - See note below)
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of condemning and taking an easement for slopes, cuts and fills
in connection with the improvement of California Avenue from Payne Avenue to
Parkway Drive, under P.O. 272871.
Mr. Joe Mateyka, 1054 E. Sixth Street and representing Mary Hegner, owner of
Lot 14 involved, said they question why one portions of the street was not petitioned
for improvement and he said that Ms. Hegner is 85 years old and cannot afford the
improvement.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the orders be referred to the Public Works Committee
and laid over four weeks to June 26th.
Mr. Greg Becket, engineering consultant for Clapp Thommsen Company, said they have
entered into a purchase agreement with the cemetery property which is contingent
upon the improvement of California Avenue. He said Clapp Thommsen agreed to
pay a $9,000 assessment on Larpenteur Avenue and will develop the property into
20 lots and he thinks the improvement is good for St. Paul and will provide single
family housing.
Roll call on Councilwoman Butler's motion to refer the four final orders to the
Public Works Committee and continue the matters until June 26th, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273044. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing the Fry -Sherburne Storm Relief Sewer System, under
P.O. 272872.
A man said he owns property at 709 Fry and he questioned the reason for this \
.improvement and Mr. Kuhfeld of the Public Works Department explained the backup
problem in the general area.
Mr. Bloomer, 1623 Van Buren, asked about regrading of streets and it was reported
that the policy is to replace the streets to the original or better than the
condition they were in.
A resident at 1644 Edmund explained the experience he had with backups during 1978.
Mr. Diehn, 1644 Lafond, said they need help at Fry and Thomas because of backup
problems but his main concern is receiving value for the amount of assessment paid.
Councilwoman Butler moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspended to hear from a person who
is asked to explain a resolution adopted last Thursday and to consider an ordinance
not on the agenda.
After some discussion it was agreed that the ordinance should be placed on the next
City Council agenda.
Councilman Maddox moved that the discussion on the possible rehabilitation of property
at 1037 Dayton Avenue owned by Mr. Battle be laid over until Thursday, May 31st.
Councilwoman Hunt said she has grave reservations about supporting the proposal
in view of the comments of Councilman Hozza regarding his testimony to the courts
about the Council's policy not to entertain rehabilitation of buildings once the
court has acted.
Councilwoman Butler moved that Councilman Hozza put his concerns in writing to the
City Council.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco asked if the building is insured and Mr. Byrne, Assistant City
Attorney, said Mr. Battle has not made contact with Mr. Bowser of the City Attorney's
Office since the matter was last discussed.
At the question of the Council, Mr. Blue of the Housing Code Division said Mr. Battle
had not made contact with the Building'Department since the last time the matter was
discussed.
Councilwoman Butler said the bottom line is to save dwelling units at any time.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
May 29th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
At the question of Councilman Tedesco, Mr.,,Byrne said the city is in a serious
situation concerning liability.
at the City Attorney contact Mr. Battle and tell
Councilwoman Butler suggested th
him that Thursday is the last day for a determination.
Councilman Maddox asked that his motion to lay the matter over until Thursday
also contain a provision that the City Attorney attempt to contact Mr. Battle.
Roll call on the motion.
Yeas - 3 (Butler, Levine, Maddox)
_ I I-- cH., l t—y _ Tedesco)
Motion failed of adoption.
Councilman Levine said Mr. Battle called him also this morning and stated that he
tried to call Mr. Starr and Mr. Bowser but they could not be reached and then
apparently he called Councilman Tedesco requesting a delay. process of
Mr. McIntosh spoke in favor of a delay and said Mr. Battle is in the
a
making the necessary applications.
Councilman Tedesco said he will agree to continue the matter to Thursday and he
asked that he be allowed to change his vote on the motion to yes and there was
no objection. Ma 31st.
Roll call on the motion to continueas e the matter until ThursdCHun MAL-list.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 272988. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Section 154.01 of the Legislative Code and rates of fare for
taxicabs within the City of St. Paul.
Laid over to May 31st for Third Reading.
An emergency ordinance amending Section 154.01 of the Legislative Code and
rates of fare for taxicabs within the City of St. Paul.
At the question of Councilwoman Butler, Councilman Maddox explained the reason for
an emergency ordinance and Councilwoman Butler stated that she will not support
an emergency ordinance.
the emergency ordinance be placed on the next agenda
Councilman Maddox asked that
for consideration.
C.F. No. 273045. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 25 of the St. Paul Administrative Code providing for
the prohibition of gifts to city officers and employees.
Councilwoman Showalter explained that the ordinance was drafted because of the
state fair matters and Councilman Maddox moved that the ordinance be referred to
the Rules and Policy Committee.ited to appear when the
\
Councilwoman Hunt suggested that employees groups be inv
hearing is determined. the
efer the ordinance toNays Rules
Adopted. and Policy Committ
Roll call on the motion to ree.
Yeas - 6
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point.
Letter of the Chairman of the City Development and Transportation Committee
transmitting committee recommendations with regard to the condition of the City
Market.
Councilman Levine moved that theCouncil concur in the -c0 ittee recommendations.
Adopted.
Letter of the Chairman of the City Development and Transportation Committee
transmitting committee recommendations in regard to the Hanover tenants problems.
Councilman Levine moved that this matter be laid over until Mr. Milsap has had
time to study the matter and he said he will notify the City Council when the
matter is again ready for disc s sion. Nays - 0
Adopted.
is point and returned later in the meeting.
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at th
Claim of Willie P. Cooley, Jr., 331 Webster St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
May 23, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Louis Lavoie
o y Attorney
ne Edwa d Galbraith,d on May 22oo Builders Exchange, 609 Second
Avenue South, Minneap ,
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of the Pleasant Hill Care Center, Inc. versus
the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
57589.
May 29th, 2979.
Notice of Hearing from the State Commissioner of Health on proposed amendments
to rules relating to food, beverage and lodging establishments, to license
fees to clean indoor air and to swimming pools.
Filed.
Petition to rezone property at 96 N. Dale St. from RM -2 to B-2.
Referred to the Finance Department for check as to sufficiency.
Administrative Orders:
D 4915 - $1,113.00 addition to the contract for the Child Development Center at
586 Fuller Ave.
Resolution granting the petition of Olympia Brewing Co., et al, for the
vacation of part of Reaney Ave., Greenbrier St. and parts of the alley in
Evans Addition. (Laid over from May 17 and 22, 1979)
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the resolution be laid over to Thursday, May 31st.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273046.
Resolution authorizing a Special Primary Election for June 5 AND a Special Election
for June 19, 1979 to fill the vacancy in Legislative District #67A.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273047.
Resolution granting Building Contractor licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273048.
Resolution granting Building Contractor licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273049.
Resolution granting license to Johnson Auto Livery, Inc. to operate two motor
vehicles as auto liveries.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273050.
Resolution granting license to Daniel French, dba City Wide Cab, to operate one taxi-
cab.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273051.
Preliminary Order for the improving of Summit Ave. between Syndicate and
Griggs St. AND setting date of public hearing for June 26, 1979. \
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273052.
Preliminary Order for improving Emerald St. from I.S. 94 Frontage Rd. to
University Ave. AND setting date of public hearing for June 26, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273053.
Resolution approving assessment in the condemnation and taking of an easement in
the land necessary for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the grading and
paving of the north -south alley in Block 2, Como Addition AND setting date
of public hearing for June 26, 1979. (P.O. 272546)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273054.
Resolution approving assessment in the condemnation and taking an easement
in the land necessary for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the construction
of new sidewalk on both sides of Hazel St. from E. Nebraska Ave. to E. Montana Ave.
AND setting date of public hearing for June 26, 1979. (P.O. 272585)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273055.
Resolution authorizing execution of a grant application to aid in financing
the St. Anthony Hill Sewer Rehabilitation Project. (St. Albans Sewer Tunnel
and St. Albans Open Cut Sewer System phases)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Mr. Walt Bloomer, 1623 Van Buren, appeared and referred to rubbish and trash
accumulated at the rear of properties at 1595 and 1607 Van Buren and it was
agreed that the matter should be investigated by the proper city department.
57590. v
4 May 29th, 1979.
Councilman Tedesco returned to the meeting at•this Point-
C.F. No. 273056•ranting the petition of the City of St. Paul for the vacation of
Resolution g Block 30, West St- Paul Real Estate and Improvement
parts of Lots.3 and 4,
Syndicate Addition No. 2• yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
r.nuncilwoman Hunt moved that the meeting be adjourned.Nays 0
Copies sent to Councilmen
('4/6 Y
Minutes approved by Council
57591.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
May 30th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 9:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza ... 6
Absent •- Councilwoman Butler...1
Bingo Application - North End Youth Hockey Association, 1079 Rice Street, 52 periods.
(William Johnson, President, and A. Ed Amaro, Manager, notified to attend).
Councilman Levine moved that the application be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Bingo Application - Disabled American Veterans, St. Paul Chapter, Inc., 1060 University
Avenue, 52 Periods. (John Dossey, Commander, and Lee R. Walker, Manager, notified
to attend).
Councilman Levine moved that the application be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Change of officers and stockholders in B.A.T., Inc., On Sale Liquor Licensee at
755 Jackson Street, doing business as Bowie's Bar. (No one notified to attend).
Councilman Maddox moved that the application be approved and the following resolution
was submitted.
C.F. No. 273057.
officers and stockholders in B.A.T., Inc., holder o
Resolution approving change of
On Sale Liquor License at 755 Jackson Street.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License issued to the Date
Corporation at 901-3 Payne Ave., doing business as Charlie's Bar, to Mildred 0. \\
Bungert at the same address. (Mildred 0. Bungert notified to attend).
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the application be approved and the following
resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273058.
Resolution granting transfer of On Sale Liquor License, Sunday On Sale Liquor License,
Restaurant, Tavern and Cigarette Licenses from the Date Corporation at 901-3 Payne Avenue
to Mildred 0. Bungert at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Public Hearing on Class C1 -Restaurant, On and Off Sale Malt Beverage and Cigarette
Licenses issued to Elijah Barker at 628 Selby Avenue. (Recommended for suspension
by the License and Permit Division.
Council President Hozza asked if Mr. Barker or his attorney were present and no one
appeared.
Mr. Garvey, Assistant City Attorney, reviewed the basis for the recommendation for
suspension and said Mr. Barker was notified by certified mail and registered mail
with no response. proceed to put evidence into
Mr. Byrne, Assistant City Attorney, said the Council can p P
the record and consider the matter or they could continue the matter and renotify the
parties involved.
Mr. Carchedi, License Inspector, was sworn in and answered questions of,Mr. Garvey
he question of Councilman Maddox,
concerning the notice given to the Licensee. At t
Mr. Carchedi said the same License was suspended about two years ago and he explained
why suspension is being recommended today.
estions of Garvey concerning an incident at
Officer Havel was sworn in and answered qu
the location involved on March 14th, 1979. At the question of Councilman Maddox, officer
Havel said there were other calls to the bar concerning fights and assaults and he
is aware of Police reports on after hours operation.
(Discussion continued to the following page). ,
May 30th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page). questions of Mr. Garvey
Sergeant Warren Bostrom was sworn in and answered a narcotics search and
concerning the March 14th, 1979 incident involving rs operations.
he answered questions of Councilman previously suspended onnNovember 13th, 1977 and
Mr. Carchedi said the License was p owner new
he said if it is revoked it might result in an for a i meofatime but if suspend
e
they will have to close the business op
Councilman Hozza suggested that the hearing be opportunity tedbe heard week and that
be continued for one week to June 6, 1979.
Mr. Barker be renotified and be given an opp
Councilman Maddox moved that thehearing
Nays - 0
Adopted.
Mrs. Harrison appeared and expressed concern that she was not notified 'that the
Grand Ave. was withdrawn
application of Heine's to establish aaLiqu this Licensematton
and she has heard nothing publicity was given to the fact that
It was noted r.
that a considerable amount of p Y
the application had been withdrawn and that the matter would not be heard today.
ant Bostrom about the number of after hours operations
Councilman Maddox asked Sergeguess there would be about three-ror_four
in St. Paul and Mr. Bostrom said he would g
after hours operations within the city.
Councilman Maddox moved that Yeasmee6ing be adjourned.
Adopted..
ATTEST:
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City erk.
Copies sent to Councilmen /% 9
Minutes approved by Council
C.F. No. 272946. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16532.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 7502 pertaining to the City Market Revolving
Fund and establishing a parking fund for use in maintenance operation, repair and
improvement to city owned parking facilities.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272988. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Section 154.01 of the Legislative Code and rates of fare
for taxicabs within the City of St. Paul.
Laid over to June 7th for Final Adoption._
An emergency ordinance amending Section 154.01 of the Legislative Code and
rates of fare for taxicabs within the City of St. Paul.
Roll call on adoption of the ordinance.
Yeas - 4 (Levine, Maddox „ Showalter, Tedesco)
Nays - 3 (Butler, Hunt, Hozza)
Ordinance failed of adoption.
Councilwoman Hunt said she voted no on the basis that there have been no facts
submitted to qualify this measure as an emergency ordinance.
Councilwoman Butler said she made similar statements on Tuesday that she did not
feel the matter qualifies for an emergency ordinance.
Councilman Maddox said he thinks the facts were presented at the time of considera-
tion by the License Committee and he was convinced that it was an emergency.
C.F. No. 273059. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 308.23 (3) of the St. Paul Legislative Code
relating to the minimum age of persons permitted in intoxicating liquor establish- \
ments.
Laid over to June 7th for S econd Reading._
C.F. No. 273060. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 82 of the Legislative Code to provide for a
limitation of requirements for the paying of the pmvailing wage rate to
contracts over $5,000.
Councilwoman Butler moved that.this ordinance and the following ordinance be
referred to committee.
Councilman Hozza explained the reason for these ordinances and said the present
ordinance concerning prevailing rates is being ignored because there is not an
enforcement clause.
Councilwoman Butler stressed the need for a complete discussion concerning prevailing
wages and Councilman Maddox suggested consideration by the committee of the whole.
The ordinance was ordered referred to the Finance, Management and Personnel
Committee.
C.F. No. 273061. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 5 of the Administrative Code to vest the
purchasing agent with the duty to outline occupations and prevailing wages
in contract specifications and further providing for the purchasing agent to
negotiate with the County of Ramsey for the purpose of entering into a joint
powers contract for the enforcement of the paying of prevailing wages.
The ordinance was ordered referred to the Finance, Management and Personnel
Committee.
ommittee recommending approval of the Street and
Report of the Public Works C
Highway Plan as amended.
Councilwoman Butler said a resolution has been'prepared approving the Street and
Highway Plan as amended but she feels there is need for a public hearing and she
(Discussion continued to the following page).'
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
moved that the resolution be considered after a public hearing on June 21st.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Claim of Dean R. Pankonien, 2825 Marion, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
May 25, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Patrick Wirtz by Attorney L. Charles Petersen, 871 E. 77th Street,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on May 29, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mike Joyce by Attorney Sharon W. Rushton, 325 Cedar St., St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on May 29, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Joan F. Thompson, 939 Fuller Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
May 29, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Report of the Public Works Department on a petition submitted by Cynthia A. Urman
at 2367 Pearl Street requesting that her private house sewer connection be
taken over as a public sewer.
Referred to the Public Works Committee.
Letter of Laurence J. Jung, City Planner, transmitting recommendations of the
St. Paul Board of Zoning Appeals pertaining to certain zoning boundary corrections
to Zoning Maps 27 and 28.
Mr. Jung appeared and said an error was found in the zoning map and the Board of
Zoning Appeals has recommended approval of the changes.
After some discussion Councilwoman Butler moved that a hearing date be set to
consider this matter with notices to property owners within 350 feet and to the
District Council Representatives involved.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Petition to rezone part of Lot 22 and all of Lot 21, Block 1, Summit Park Addn.
from an RM classification to OS -1 district.
Referred to the Finance Department for check as to sufficiency.
Letter of Ray Koehnen appealing a summary abatement order with respect to property
at 521 Whitall.
Councilman Maddox moved that a date of hearing be set for June 21st.•
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Administrative Orders: \
D 4916 - Reimbursement to John Vanella (Greater East Side Community Council)
and Ralph Brown (West Side Citizens Organization) to the National
Conference on Neighborhood Councils to be held in Wichita, Kansas.
D 4917 - Payment of $83.60 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Richard
Gabriel, Water Department employee.
D 4918 - Payment of $376.20 from the Workers' Compensation Account to
Thomas Corcoran, Department of Public Works employee.
D 4919 - Payment of $365.72 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Howard
Simpson, Department of Community Services employee.
D 4920 - Payment of $125.40 from the Workers' Compensation Account to
Jerry Bell, Department of Community Services employee.
D 4921 - Payment of $802.39 to Richard Harvieux, Fire Department employee,
as an Award on Stipulation of the Minnesota Workers' Compensation
Division and payment of $33.30 to the law firm of Abrams and Spector
and $200.00 to Dr. Robert A. Wengler all as part of the proceeding.
D 4922 - $1,590.38 additions for items as listed for the new courtrooms
on the 16th Floor, Ramsey County Courthouse.
C.F. No. 273062.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of the 1978-1980 Labor Agreement
between the City of St. Paul and ISD #625 and the International Association of
Machinists and Aerospace Workers District Lodge #77, employment for the period
July 1, 1978 thru July 30, 1981. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273063.
Resolution granting the petition of Olympia Brewing Co., et al, for the vacation
of part of Reaney Ave., Greenbrier St. and parts of the alley in Evans
Addition. (Laid over from May 17, 22, and 29, 1979.)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 2 (Levine, Tedesco)
57595
May 31st, 1979.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the rules be suspended to consider two resolutions
not on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273064.
Resolution granting the petition of Modular Homes of Minnesota, Inc. for the
vacation of Barclay Street between Burns Avenue and McLean Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273065.
Resolution granting the petition of Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing Company
and others for the vacation of air rights over a portion of Reaney Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273066.
Resolution accepting the CD Block Grant for Year V and authorizing grant
agreement and contract between City and IiUD.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273067.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273068.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273069.
Resolution granting transfer of Beauty Shop License from Marcine McDonough at
1590 University Avenue to Mary Ann Gersbach at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273070.
Resolution granting Drive -In Restaurant license to Lo Dan, Inc. at 1354 E.
Maryland Ave.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273071.
Resolution granting Bingo Games license to Women of the Moose, St. Paul Chapter
No. 70 AND to Johnson Area Hockey Assn.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273072.
Resolution approving change of service area for J. B., Inc. dba Mayor T. R.
Potts Public Eating and Drinking Establishment and holder of On -Sale Liquor
license at 193 S. Robert.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Hearing was again held to consider the advisability and necessity of ordering
the correction or wrecking and removal of a structure at 739 University
Avenue.
Mr. Tom Strohkirch of the Building Department circulated pictures of the property
and said they recommend that the Council proceed with condemnation.
No one appeared and it was noted that notification to the owner was given.
Councilman Maddox moved that the Council proceed with condemnation.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273073.
Resolution requesting the Mayor appoint up to 11 persons to serve on the 1979
Citizens' Budget Advisory Committee AND directing the Mayor's Proposed Budget
for 1980 be available on August 14, 1979 to all recognized district councils
AND authorizing the Council to schedule a series of evening Finance Committee
meetings with the Citizens' Budget Advisory Committee.
Councilwoman Butler referred to a request to appoint a CIB Committee member
to this committee and at the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Ms. Diane Lynch from
the Chamber of Commerce explained that she checked with several district councils
concerning their interest in representation.
Councilwoman Hunt said she has no objection to having the district councils
represented and Councilman Maddox suggested that the committee be increased from
11 to 15 members with each Councilman having one appointment. He said it was
not his intention originally to have each district council represented and there
should be more labor and business representation.
Councilman Maddox moved that the resolution be amended to increase the committee
to 15 members with seven members appointed by Council Members.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Councilman Hozza said he opposes the amendment andthere is a process
not bet or down
appointment through the Mayors Office and app
ointments to categories.
Councilwoman Butler and Councilwoman Hunt said they agree to a committee of 11
and suggested the Council President ask the Mayor to appoint a representative
from the CIB Committee.
end the resolution to increase the membership to
Roll call on the motion to am
15.
Yeas - 1 (Maddox) Nays - 6
Motion failed of adoption. appoint a CIB Committee member
Councilman Hozza said he will ask the Mayor to app
to this committee and will also ask him to contact Council people for input.
Roll call on the resolution. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Discussion on possible rehabilitation of a building at 1037 Dayton Avenue owned
by Mr. Battle.
Councilman Hozza reviewed his discussion with a District Court Judge concerning
condemnation policies and said he was informed that the court would be reluctant
to issue condemnation orders if the city is going to ignor them.
Councilwoman Butler said the court has not taken into consideration that a
competent developer is willing to rehabilitate property for much needed housing.
Mr. Starr, City Attorney, said Mr. Battle met with Mr. Bowser of the City Attorney's
Office and discussed the court order containing several conditions
and Mr. Battle has been given.a copy of the order and a sample holdharmless
agreement and his insurance agent has indicated that there is insurance covering
the property in the amount of $1,000,000. requested and the Council must stay
Mr. Battle said he has the insurance policy req
the wrecking before permits can be obtained and he referred to needed housing
in the community.
At the question of Councilwoman Butler, Mr. Battle said he has hired an architect
who is working on a plan and they need another 8 to 10 days and their financing
is secure. He said he has not started a zoning process but he intends to do so. \
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Starr explained the zoning matter. that
was previously denied.
Councilman Tedesco said he would have no problem if the property is properly
insured.
Mr. Starr said part 4 of the court order requires surveillance and an inspection
shows that there are some openings in the building. He said the agreement on
holdharmless was delivered to Mr. Battle but has not been returned.
At the question of Councilwoman Butler, Mr. Battle said he sees no problem
with any of the conditions involved.
Councilwoman Hunt said she doesn't object to proceeding if the property is insured
but she does not intend to make an indication on the zoning if it does not meet
with the approval of District 8.
Councilman Maddox said he thinks there should be time allowed to accomplish the
proposal of Mr. Battle.
oesn't think the neighborhood would oppose a reduction
Councilman Tedesco said he d
in the number of units.
Councilman Levine said a policy cannot cast in usingte and back inhthe arealandahees
that must be given consideration in ordeerr to put housing
has no problem with supporting the proposal.
Councilwoman Butler said she thinks time should be allowed to accomplish everything
but the rezoning which would take a long period of time.
Mr. Starr said proof of insurance should be filed with the City and he suggested
the city accept nothing less than a certificate of insurance.
CouI ilwoman,Hunt moved that the matter be laid over until the next Council Meeting
present a certificate of insurance and a holdharmless
to allow Mr. Battle:tb
agreement. yeas - 6 Nays - 1 (Hozza)
Adopted.
Mr. Charles Van Avery appeared and said he is proposing to purchase Midway Stadium
from the city to be operated as a stadium indefinitely and to be purchased with
private money. He said he would like to know the purchase price and who is selling
the property.
Councilman Tedes
purposesaid he thinks and he thinks Iitdisyaspublic facility andkept
shouldhbecity
continued
its primary purpose
for the benefit of the youth.
Councilwoman Butler said the stadium is a white elephant and she suggested that
Mr. Van Avery confer with the Port Authority and may be his proposal could be
considered as part of the development proposal.
Councilman Maddox said the Council should have been informed of the Port Authority
plans and a lot of questions must be answered about Midway Stadium and other
sports complexes in the area.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
s7597 J
May 31st, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Councilwoman Hunt referred to the proposal of the Port Authority which would
be a benefit to the area and which should be given discussion and consideration.
Councilwoman Showalter said she understands the stadium gets heavy use and she
agrees with the comments of Councilman Tedesco.
Councilman Hozza suggested that Mr. Van Avery talk with the Port Authority
Staff and he noted that the ultimate decision will be made by'the City Council..
He suggested a briefing by the Port Authority, Parks Department, PED, the
Mayor and the City Attorney concerning the proposal.
Councilman Maddox said he agrees to such a briefing and Councilwoman Butler
said the Port Authority conferred with the Mayor and his staff and a study
shows the area is highly desirable as industrial property to enhance the tax
base.
Mr. Van Avery said he would like a ninety day option to negotiate the sale of the
property.
Councilman Maddox moved that a briefing be scheduled before the Council on next
Tuesday as suggested by the Council President.
Councilman Levine said he was the last commissioner to supervisor the stadium
and at that time it was close to breaking even financially.
Roll call on the motion.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilwoman Butler referred to actions of the Legislature and to items that
almost passed and did pass without knowledge and input by the City Council and
she asked that a meeting be scheduled with the Mayor and his staff to discuss
the breakdown in the legislative process.
Councilman Maddox referred to his efforts at the Legislature to get an amendment
on the stadium bill and also to consider rent control of sporting facilities.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the Council President proceed to set up a meeting
with the Mayor and his staff to discuss the Legislative process.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza referred to a problem concerning enforcement of the Truth in
Housing Ordinance and to the temporary suspension of a provision relating to
disclosure of energy consumption. He said the provision is holding up the sale
of homes and that was not the intent of the ordinance and energy companies require
permission of the owners before information is released because it is covered
by the privacy act. The following emergency ordinance was submitted.
Councilman Tedesco moved that the rules be suspended to consider an ordinance
not on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273074. ORDINANCE. ORD. N0. 16533.
An emergency ordinance to delete energy consumption disclosure provisions
contained in Ordinance No. 16506, the Truth in Sale of Housing Ordinance, codified
as Chapter 54A of the St. Paul Legislative Code.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza suggested that a discussion be set up one week from today concerning
the special investigation on licensing and there was no opposition.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
June 5th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Maddox, Showalter, Vice President Tedesco ... 5
Absent - Councilman Levine, President Hozza... 2 (Councilman Levine arrived at a point
during the meeting)
Councilman Maddox moved that Council President Hozza be excused from todays
meeting.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine arrived at this point in the meeting.
Approval of Minutes of City Council Meetings for May 8, May 9 A.M. and P.M.,
May 10, and May 15, 1979.
Councilman Maddox moved that the minutes be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273075. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing a storm sewer in a permanent utility easement
from Winthrop Street to Gabriel Rd. extended under P.O. 272903.
(See discussion and adoption below)
C.F. No. 273076. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing a sanitary sewer in a permanent utility easement
from Winthrop St. to Gabriel Rd. extended and in Gabriel Road from the permanent
utility easement to approximately 430 feet northerly under P.O. 272904.
(See discussion and adoption below)
C.F. No. 273077. FINAL ORDER. \
In the matter of opening, widening and extending Gabriel Road under P.O. 272905.
(See discussion and adoption below)
C.F. No. 273078. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing a water main in a permanent utility easement
from Winthrop St. to Gabriel Road and in Gabriel Rd. from the permanent utility
easement to approximately 430 feet northerly under P.O. 272906.
At the question of the City Council, Mr. Kuhfeld of the Public Works Department
reviewed the, proposal and said the project was initiated by residents who wanted
sewer and water service and the original improvement called for a more complete
improvement and was opposed by many. He said the proposal today is for sewer and
water in an easement with enough work on Gabriel Road to allow the connections
and the work was drastically reduced from the original proposal.
Kathy Henderson, 823 Gabriel Road, read a statement in opposition to any improvements
on Gabriel Road.
Mrs. Singer, 856 So. Winthrop, said the easement would go through their front and
back yard and would destroy the landscaping and she expressed various concerns of
the people on Winthrop Street.
Victor Quast, 860 So. Winthrop, opposed the project as proposed and the taking of
part of his property.
John Beck, 837 Gabriel Road, reviewed the original proposal and said the residents
in the land locked area still favor the improvement and the proposal seems to be
the only practical solution to get sewer and water.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Schonberger of the Public Works Department
explained the properties involved and those who are in favor and opposed to the
project.
Jerome Swanson said he owns a lot on Gabriel Road and has been trying to build
for the last two and a half years and he supports the proposal and urges that a
decision be made.
At the question of Councilwoman Showalter, Mr. Eggum of the Valuation Engineerh
Office said the assessment would be $34.50 per front foot.
(Discussion'continued to the following page).
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(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Councilman Tedesco said he drove through,the District 1 area yesterday and the
District Council feels it is important to improve the Highwood area.
Councilman Maddox said he is still confused on whether a majority of the affected
property owners favor the improvement and Councilwoman Hunt said where there are
health problems involved she doesn't think the majority rule is the basis for a
decision and a decision should be made on the future of the area and the costs
would be higher in the future.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the public hearing be closed.
Ms. Henderson made futher comments in opposition to the improvement and Ms. Singer
said she still opposes the improvement because their property will be torn up.
Mr. Schonberger of the Public Works Department explained that the easement area
will be restored to the present condition and he said they have investigated other
alternatives but this proposal seems to be the only feasible solution.
Roll call on the motion to close the public hearing.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Butler said she thinks the Public Works Department made a good
presentation before the committee and the Council and the area will be developed
at some point and she moved approval of the final orders involved.
Councilman Tedesco pointed out that if the matter is denied today it could be
brought back before the Council again and again.
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks the improvement will have to take place
eventually and it should be done now.
Councilman Maddox said he had some concerns but is now convinced on the need for
the improvement.
Roll call on adoption of the orders.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273078. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of improving Jackson Street between Maryland Ave. and Arlington
Ave. under P.O. 272907.
The owner of the auto parts business at 1336 Jackson appeared and expressed
concern on a definite starting date and a definite time for construction and he
said he is not opposed to the improvement but his business cannot stand a long
construction period.
Mr. Schonberger of the Public Works Department said they have worked out a timetable
and the Mississippi Bridge was delayed because of a cement problem. He said this
proposal would start next spring with the shortest possible construction period. \
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273080. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of improving Benhill Road from St. Clair to Victoria under P.O. 272908.
Mr. Jaeger, 28 Benhill Road, appeared in favor of the improvement and expressed
concern -?gout the modern light fixtures and he urged that alternative light
standar r;,- b-: investigated.
Mr. Kuh.`e�.:- of the Public Works Department said the proposal was modified to refurbish
some of =:he old standards on one portion of the street with new standards on the
remainder of the project.
Mr. Stanke of the Public Works Department further explained the proposal and said
there are not a sufficient number,of old standards available but the new standards
are not as described by Mr. Jaeger and resemble those used in other renewal areas
throughout the city.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
C.F. No. 273081. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of constructing a public storm sewer in Upper Afton Road from Burns
Avenue to Millercrest Lane, under P.O. 268021.
A letter of Donald Poeschl, 1502 E. Dora Lane, was noted in opposition to the
amount of the assessment to his property.
Vera Lyons, 1496 Dora Lane, appeared in objection to the assessments and Mr. Eggum
explained the assessment procedure used throughout the city and to the drainage area
involved under this proposal.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
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RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of the assessment for constructing a sanitary sewer in Upper Afton
Road from Millercrest Land to Kennard Court and in Millercrest Lane 400 feet south
of Upper Afton Road, under P.O. 268022.
Larry Hahn, 1664 Upper Afton Road, said they are paying for an assessment without any
benefit and Mr. Eggum of the Valuation Engineer's Office said he will investigate
that matter.
Mrs. Hale, 22 Millercrest Lane, said they didn't need the sewer and object to the
assessment and will protest the matter further through proper legal channels.
Bernice Lowe said she has the same problem, didn't need the sewer and shouldn't
be assessed for the project.
Mrs. Hale said if interest was paid on the credit it would pay for her assessment.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the resolution be laid over for one week, to June 12th,
for further investigation and clarification by the engineers.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the rules be suspended pertaining to the order of
business.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273082.
Resolution expressing opposition to the proposed lOfi bus fare for senior citizens.
Councilman Maddox expressed support of the resolution and referred to the rate
of inflation and the hardships of senior citizens.
Councilwoman Hunt said she will support the resolution but would like a word
change and she said it is not a 100 percent increase.
At the suggestion of Councilwoman Butler, Councilman Maddox said he would move
approval of the resolution with the word "substantial" to replace 11100 percent".
Councilman Levine returned to the meeting at this point.
Councilman Levine said he will support this resolution now and at the MTC Meeting
and he said the procedure used is unfair and a public hearing should have been
held at the Legislature.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Discussion of possible rehabilitation of buildings at 1037 Dayton Avenue owned
by Mr. Battle. (Laid over from May 17, 22, 29 and 31, 1979)
Mr. Ed Starr, City Attorney, said since the last meeting on this matter his office
has received through the mail an insurance certificate and a hold harmless agreement
has been prepared and is ready for completion.
After some discussion on what action of the Council was necessary Councilwoman Butler
moved that the city cease and desist all effort to raise the building at 1037
Dayton and that Mr. Battle be given sufficient time to come in to meet the require-
ments of a court order for rehabilitation of the building which would include
financing, architectural plans, a hold harmless agreement and proper insurance.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 ' Nays - 0
Councilman Levine said at a previous meeting the City Attorney was directed to
pursue the matter and he hopes that the office is doing that and Councilwoman Butler
said it is the desire of the Council to do everything possible to get twelve rental
units back on the market and they want the complete cooperation of the City Attorney.
Mr. Starr said he assures the Council of that cooperation.
C.F. No. 273083.
Resolution approving the document entitled Neighborhood Commercial Rehabilitation
Loan Program Guidelines for the City of St. Paul.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Briefing and discussion concerning Midway Stadium property.
Mr. Broeker of the Mayor's Office reviewed the status of the Midway Stadium property
and referred to the proposal of the Port Authority for the industrial development
of the surrounding area.
Councilman Tedesco expressed concern about the future of Midway Stadium and said
at this point he is not in favor of doing anything to Midway Stadium.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Piram of the Community Services Department
said the stadium has only been filled for large concerts and the typical sporting
event draws about 1,500 to 3,000 fans.
Councilman Levine said he is concerned about the proposal to this point and he
questions where a facility like this could be placed.
(Discussion continued to the following page)
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(Discussion continued from the previous page)
Mr. Broeker suggested no preliminary decisions until firm proposals are made
and Councilwoman Butler agreed that no decision should be made until there is
a complete proposal for the area.
Councilman Maddox said he also agrees that the Council should keep an open
mind on the subject until there are firm proposals.
Al Podgorski appeared and referred to many activities at the stadium and Mr. Radman
expressed a need for the stadium.
Councilwoman Hunt and Councilwoman Showalter left the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273084. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 16511 designating the First Baptist Church
as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 12th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273085. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 16513 designating the Benjamin Brunson House
as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 12th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273086. FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating the St. Paul Public Library/James Jerome Hill Reference
Library as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 12th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273087. FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating the McColl Building as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 12th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273088. FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating the Pioneer/Endicott-Midwest Building as a Heritage
Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 12th for Second Reading.
C.E. No. 273089. FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating the St. Paul Building as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 12th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273090. FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating the Minnesota Museum of Art as a Heritage Preservation
Site.
Laid over to June 12th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273091. FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating Landmark Center as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 12th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273092. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 410 of the St. Paul Legislative Code pertaining to
Bingo applications by deleting the review procedure required by the Fire Department.
Laid over to June 12th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273093.
Resolution requesting that the State Competative Bidding Act be amended to allow
the City to enact"Buy American" legislation as a city ordinance and endorsing
this proposal as part of the 1980 City Legislative Package. (Recommended for
approval by the Legislation Committee)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Claim of George and Florence Girardi by Attorney Arthur W. LaChapelle, 1631 Selby
Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on May 31, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Joseph Hunter, 216 N. Oxford, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on May 31, 1979,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Harold Smith, 1362 McKinley, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on May 31, 1979,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
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Summons and Complaint in the matter of Cynthia M. Priadka versus the City of
St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting that a petition of Shepard Park
Development for the vacation of a part of Springfield St. is in proper form and
signed by the requisite number of property owners.
Filed.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting that a petition of the City, HRA
and others for the vacation of portions of Woodbridge St. and the alley in
Block 11, Lewis 2nd Addition is in proper form and signed by the requisite
number of property owners.
Filed.
Letter of Pig's Eye Coalition requesting action by the City Council and County
Board to acquire Pig's Eye Lake and the adjoining peninsula.
Kiki Sonnen, Pig's Eye Coalition Coordinator, appeared and read a statement concerning
this matter and Councilwoman Butler moved that the matter be referred to the
Port Authority and to the Planning and Economic Development Department for review
and input.
Adopted.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Notice of Hearing from the State Department of Public Welfare in the matter of
rules governing per diem rates for nursing homes.
Filed.
Administrative Orders:
D 4923 - Approving change of name on Lease Agreement from Bavarian Meister
Meat Products Inc. to Nordic Pride Meats, Inc.
D 4924 - Approval of Workers' Compensation to Daniel Dunbar, employee of
the Dept. of Community Services.
D 4925 - Authorizing payments to five individuals for organizing community
4th of July celebrations.
D 4926 - Approving additions of $1,905.00 to the contract for the construction
of the North End Multi -Purpose Center.
C.E. No. 273094.
issuance of Port Authority Revenue Bonds ns the
Resolution consenting to the
amount of $330,000 to finance the completion of the Wabasha Court Expansion
project.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273095.
Resolution authorizing execution of a contractual agreement between the City o
St. Paul and the State of Minnesota for the acceptance of a $15,000 grant
from the Minnesota Department of Economic Development.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273096.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget by transferring $8,771.00 from Contingent
Reserve to Community Services - Parks and Recreation to provide funding
for temporary labor and supplies to restore vandalizedays -property at Phalen Park.
Adopted. Yeas - 4
C.F. No. 273097.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget by transferring $12,500.00 from Contingent
Reserve to Dept. of Community Services - Parks Ground Maintenance to provide
funds to purchase gates for several park locations.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Resolution granting the appeal of James H. Speckmann to a decision of the Board
of Zoning Appeals in respect to property located at Elway and Shepard Rd.
Laid over to June 7th for required five votes.
Resolution granting the petition of the Minnehaha Bowling Center, Inc. to
vacate part of Seminary Avenue.
Laid over to June 7th for required five votes.
Resolution granting the petition of William and Bonnie Leonard and Paul and
Susan Hendrickson for the vacation of parts of Hillwood Dr. and Hillwood Ct.
Laid over to June 7th for required five votes.
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Resolution granting the petition of Alfred Arrigoni, et al, for the vacation
of part of Block 6, Ames Outlots and part of Omaban St.
Laid over to June 7th for required five votes.
C.F. No. 273098.
Resolution amending the cooperative construction agreement with the State of
Minnesota for construction on Snelling Ave. between I-94 and Hewitt Ave. as it
pertains to driveways and street widths.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273099.
Resolution granting Private Club license to Summit University Business Men's
Association at 171 N. Dale St.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays -• 0
C.F. No. 273100.
Resolution granting renewal of Sunday On Sale Liquor license to T. R. Enterprises,
Inc. and Arline Viner at 201-5 E. 4th St.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273101.
Resolution granting applications for Temporary On Sale Malt Beverage licenses
to organizations as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273102.
Resolution granting Temporary On Sale Malt Beverage license to Payne -Arcade
Area Business Assn. at Phalen Park.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273103.
Resolution granting Sunday On Sale Liquor licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273104.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273105.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273106.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273107.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273108.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273109.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273110.
Preliminary Order for the installation of a water main in Chelmsford St. from
Commonwealth Ave. to 150 feet south of Commonwealth Ave. AND setting date for
public hearing for July 3, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273111.
Preliminary Order for the installation of a water main in Winona St. from
Stickney St. to 140 feet east of Stickney St. AND setting date for public
hearing to July 3, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273112.
Preliminary Order for the grading and paving, construction of concrete curb
and gutter and construction of a storm sewer on Winthrop Circle from Boxwood
Ave. to the cul-de-sac AND Boxwood Ave. from Winthrop Circle to McKnight Rd.
AND setting date of public hearing for July 3, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273113.
Preliminary Order for the acquisition of a sewer easement on, over and across
Lot 8, Block 1, St. Joseph's Hill AND condemning and taking an easement in the
land necessary for slopes, cuts, and fills occasioned by the grading of
Winthrop Circle to McKnight Rd. AND setting date of public hearing for
July 3, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273114.
Preliminary Order for the construction of a sanitary sewer in Winthrop Circle
from Boxwood Ave. to the cul-de-sac AND platted easement to Leonard Court
AND setting date of public hearing for July 3, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273115.
Preliminary Order for the installation of a water main in Boxwood Ave. from
a point 297 feet west of the centerline on McKnight Rd. to Winthrop Circle
AND in Winthrop Circle from Boxwood Ave. to Winthrop Circle Cul-de-sac AND
in the platted easement from Winthrop Circle to Leonard Ct. AND setting date
of public hearing for July 3, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273116.
Preliminary Order for the grading, paving and the construction of concrete
curb and gutter in Germain Court from Case Ave. to approximately 270 feet north
AND setting date of public hearing for July 3, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273117.
Preliminary Order for the condemning and taking of an easement in the land
necessary for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the grading of Germain
Court from Case Ave. to approximately 270 feet north AND setting date of public
hearing for July 3, 1979.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273118.
Preliminary Order for the construction of a sanitary sewer in Germain Ct.
nm bztting date of public hearing for July 3,
from Case Ave. to 270 feet north
1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273119.
Preliminary Order for the installation of a water main in Germain Ct. from
Case Ave. to the cul-de-sac 270 feet north AND construction of water service
connections in Germain Ct. from Case Ave. to approximately 270 feet north AND
setting date of public hearing for July 3, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine referred to a resolution that appeared earlier on the agenda
(C.F. No. 273083) and he expressed concern why the resolution was introduced by
Councilman Maddox and he said it should have come through the Chairman of the
City Development Committee.
Councilman Maddox said he introduced the matter because he had worked with the
neighborhood for some time on this matter and had initiated it.
Councilwoman Butler also expressed concern that Councilman Maddox follow the usual
committee procedures concerning the introduction of legislation.
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
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9:00 A.M.
June 6th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza... 5
Absent - Councilmen Butler, Levine ... 2
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License issued to Raymond MacCafferty
at 782-88 Grand Avenue to MacCafferty's 47est, Inc, at the same address and also
application for increase of service area to include the patio during the proper
seasonal period. (Raymond C. MacCafferty, Flora M. MacCafferty, R. Robert Matson and
Neill J. O'Neill notified to attend).
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the applications and the following resolutions
were submitted.
C.F. No. 273120.
Resolution granting transfer of On Sale Liquor License from Raymond C. MacCafferty
at 782-83 Grand Avenue to MacCafferty's West, Inc. at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273121.
Resolution granting change in the area for the service of liquor to MacCafferty's
West, Inc. holder of On Sale Liquor License at 782-88 Grand Avenue to include the
patio area east of the building to be used during the proper seasonal period.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Bingo Application - Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A., Inc., Post 162, 408 Main Street,
52 periods. (Edward J. Langman, State Commander, and Alfred Rischall, Manager,
notified to attend).
Councilman Maddox moved that the application be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Bingo Application - Arlington Booster Club, 1079 Rice Street, 52 periods. (Theo
J. Vaillancourt, President, and Mary A. Faser, Manager, notified to attend).
Councilman Tedesco moved that the application be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Public hearing on Class C1 -Restaurant, on and Off Sale Malt Beverage and Cigarette
Licenses issued to Elijah Barker at 628 Selby Avenue. (Recommended for suspension
by the License and Permit Division, This matter was previously considered on May 30, 1979).
Mr. Charles Brady, 830 Minnesota Building, an attorney representing Mr. Barker, said
Mr. Barker did not receive notice in time to be present at the first hearing and
since that hearing has received notice and they object to not being able to examine
witnesses.
Mr. Barker was sworn in and answered questions of Mr. Brady concerning the ownership of
the business, the nature of the business, surrounding businesses, and his cooperation
with Police. At the question of Mr. Garvey, Assistant City Attorney, Mr. Barker said
the business is his sole source of income. At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr.
Barker said that a Mr. Swyningan does not have an interest in this business.
Marjorie Graham, 230 No. Victoria, was sworn in and answered questions of Mr. Brady con-
cerning directions to her from the owner about persons bringing drinks into the
establishment.
Mr. Garvey reviewed the evidence submitted and referred to three incidents of strong
beer or intoxicating liquor on the premises.
Mr. Brady said Mr. Barker has been cooperative with the police and he urged other
alternatives rather then suspension and he said people bringing in substances to the
bar are asked to leave.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Garvey said to charges were dismissed because
of the way the tags were written and the third charge has not been considered yet.
Councilwoman Hunt said she has some sympathy for the license holder because some of
the charges were dismissed.
At the question of the Council, Mr. Carchedi said he recommends a sixty day suspension.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Councilman Tedesco moved that the License be suspended for thirty days.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Discussion regarding the reduction of the Tavern (Entertainment) License fee.
Councilman Tedesco recommended that the Tavern License fee with live entertain-
ment be reduced from $150.00 to $50.00 and that the One Day License be reduced
from $75.00 to $25.00.
response from the Administration before final action
Councilwoman Hunt asked for a
with information on the effect to the budget.
Councilman Hozza suggested that.Councilman Tedesco have the necessary ordinances
prepared and introduced and then the Administration could respond.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
June 7th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President
Hozza...7
Absent - No one.
Hearing on the appeal of Steve Kensy to a decision of the Board of Zoning Appeals
for a variance of the front yard setback regulations at 427 Whitall Street.
Ms. McNeally of the Planning Staff explained the action of the Board of Zoning
Appeals.
Wilfred Weber, 461 Beaumont, explained the history of the property involved and
said the owner does not want to change the address.
Pictures of the property involved and a drawing showing the proposal were
circulated among Councilmen and Councilman Tedesco said the structure and garage
are an asset to the neighborhood and he moved approval of the appeal.
President Hozza asked if anyone wanted to be heard in opposition to granting the
appeal and no one appeared.
Councilman Tedesco asked that his motion include a request that the City Attorney
prepare the proper resolution including a finding of hardship based on the
information presented.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Council President Hozza said this matter amounts to a underground structure and
there is no provision for that in the code and he suggested that the Planning
Staff be directed to see if a change can be made in the code to permit underground
structures.
Councilman Maddox so moved.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Mayor Latimer appeared and submitted and explained a report on the General \
Obligation Debt and said the city is on target on their program to reduce debt.
Councilman 'dozza congratulated the Mayor for taking the leadership in the program
and Councilwoman Butler said she agrees and she referred to her concerns since
1970 and said Mayor Latimer is the first Mayor who recognized it and is doing
something about it.
Mr. Blees explained the report and said it is their intent to present an annual
progress report and he outlined some of the major parts of the report.
Councilman Tedesco also commended the administration and Councilwoman Hunt
commended the Mayor and Mr. Blees and also Mrs. Butler because she called attention
to the issue.
C.F. No. 272988. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16534.
An ordinance amending Section 154.01 of the Legislative Code and rates of fare
for taxicabs within the City of St. Paul.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273059. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 308.23 (3) of the St. Paul Legislative Code
relating to the minimum age of persons permitted in intoxicating liquor
establishments.
Laid over to June 12th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 272300. SECOND READING.
An ordinance extending benefits for Police Officers and Firemen for non -job
related injuries or illnesses from six months to include the entire calendar
year of 1979. (Recommendation of Finance, Management and Personnel Committee
accompanies ordinance -author will withdraw).
Councilman Hozza withdrew the ordinance.
Claim of Gregory L. Moore, 1926 Hawthorne Avenue E., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed
on June 4, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
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Appeal of John T. Finley to a decision of the Planning Commission with respect
to property located at 1210 Albemarle. (Alternative Homes)
Councilman Tedesco moved that a date of hearing be set for July 5th.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Administrative Orders:
D 4927 - Temporary managerial appointments within the Department of Finance &
Management Services.
D 4928 - Payment of an honorarium of $50.00 for discussion in the City of St. Paul's
Pre -Retirement Planning Course.
D 4929 - Remittance to the University of Minnesota of $945.00 for conducting
an in-house Math Anxiety Program.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by adding the title Water Service
Worker -Control Desk to Section 8 under the heading "Semi -Skilled Labor" AND
inserting its specifications in Section 49. (First Reading; Finance, Management
and Personnel Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to June 19th for Second Reading and Adoption.,.
Resolution amending the Salary Plan and Rates of�Compensation Resolution by
establishing the compensation rate for the title Water Service Worker Control
Desk in Section II, Subsection 0. (First Reading; Finance, Management and
Personnel Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to June 19th for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.F. No. 273122.
Resolution authorizing issue and sale of $4,865,000 General Obligation Improvement
Bonds, Series 1979 (CIA -Finance Committee recommends approval).
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273123.
Resolution authorizing issue and sale of $2,655,000 General Obligation Water
Pollution Abatement Bonds, Series 1979 (WPA-Finance Committee recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 1(Butler)
C.F. No. 273124.
Resolution transferring $10,500 from Contingent Reserve -General to Appeals Board
and Special Services - staffing for the Cable Television Advisory Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273125.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget by transferring $11,900 from Contingent
Reserve - General to City Clerk - Special Elections. (Finance, Management and
Personnel Committee recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273126.
Resolution transferring $75,000 from Rehabilitation Loans and $75,000 from
Unearmarked Contingency within the CD Year IV Program and appropriating $50,000
to Relocation and $100,000 to Demolition so as to include the Relocation of
Industrial Steel Container Corporation as a new project in CD Year IV.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273127.
Resolution approving Exterior Grant Improvement Program.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273128.
Resolution granting Temporary On Sale Malt Beverage license as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273129.
Resolution approving the action of the Mayor in replacing the existing City seal.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273130.
Resolution authorizing payment of $1,338.95 to Theodore and Della Noll for parts
of Block 30, Suburban Hills Addition as listed to permit acquisition of sewer
easements on the south side of Suburban Ave. east of Frank Street to permit
construction of a sanitary sewer.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273131.
Resolution authorizing payments out of Tort Liability in the amount of $14.80
to Howard L. Hermanson and $98.31 to Mrs. 011ie Mitchell in full settlements
of claims for damages.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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C.F. No. 273132.
Resolution approving Chapter 189, Laws of Minnesota for 1979 being an act
relating to the City of St. Paul and fixing the rate of the franchise fee for
utility supplies to residential dwelling.
Councilman Hozza asked why the resolution was introduced by Councilwoman Hunt
and Councilwoman Hunt said she signed it because it was originated in the Finance
Committee.
Councilwoman Butler said there is no question that it is a Finance Committee
matter and she asked Councilwoman Hunt if she could co-author the resolution and
she said she will withdraw the ordinances that she presented that are pending in
committee.
Councilman Hozza said it should be noted that the matter started in a joint meeting
of the Legislation Committee and the Finance Committee.
Councilwoman Butler withdrew three ordinances pending in the Finance Committee
pertaining to franchise fees. (C.F. 270843, C.F. 270844, C.F. 270845)
Councilwoman Hunt withdrew an ordinance pending in the Finance Committee
pertaining to franchise fees. (C.F. 272744)
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273133.
Resolution approving Chapter 25, Laws of Minnesota 1979 and authorizing acceptance
of deed for the Gillette Hospital site.
Councilwoman Butler said if we accept the deed we also must accept the responsibility
for maintenance and she asked if that matter was being investigated.
Kim Pfoser of the Planning and Economic Development Department said she has
been working on this matter for some time and if the city doesn't take the deed
by July 1st the state will put the site up for sale to the highest bidder.
At the question of Councilwoman Butler, Ms. Pfoser said the staff could make a
presentation on the matter and at the present time they have no other recommendation
than residential use.
Councilwoman Hunt referred to the request of the District Council for open space
and she stressed the need to consider housing needs.
Councilman Levine suggested the sale of the property as individual lots and
Councilman Hozza suggested adoption of the resolution with a hearing to be held
in the future to hear the comments of the neighborhood.
Councilwoman Hunt said the Council should be involved in the process and set the
basic guidelines and Councilman Hozza suggested a report from the Planning and
Economic Development Department in committee to fully discuss the matter.
Councilwoman Butler said the Council should set perimeters and she opposes the use
of the property as open space and said the city has a need for housing.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the City Development and Transportation Committee of
the Whole discuss the disposition of the site.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273134.
Resolution approving the release of Utility Easements as contained in C.F. 246615
and C.F. 272539 being a vacation of parts of Lots 1 thru 5, Block 11, Warren
and Winslow's Addition to the Town of St. Paul AND of Lafayette Road AND part of
Iris Alley.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273135.
Resolution granting the appeal of James H. Speckmann to a decision of the Board
of Zoning Appeals in respect to property located at Elway and Shepard Rd.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273136.
Resolution granting the petition of the Minnehaha Bowling Center, Inc. to vacate
part of Seminary Ave.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273137.
Resolution granting the petition of William and Bonnie Leonard and Paul and
Susan Hendrickson for the vacation of parts of Hillwood Dr. and Hillwood Court.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273138.
Resolution granting the petition of Alfred Arrigoni, et al, for the vacation of
part of Block 6, Ames Outlots and part of Omaban St.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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C.F. No. 273139.
Resolution granting Building Contractor license to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273140.
Resolution granting Building Contractor license to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Mr. Van Avery appeared and asked for information and figures on leasing Midway
Stadium for three years with an option for another two years.
Councilman Levine asked if any decision has been made on leasing the stadium
or any other facility and Councilman Hozza said no decision has been made and
a lease would require a long procedure involving the taking of proposals.
After considerable discussion Councilman Hozza asked that the record reflect
Mr. Van Avery's request and he informed Mr. Van Avery that he would be notified
if the city does determine a program to lease or sell the stadium.
Councilman Hozza said he has made an attempt to contact the Ramsey County Bar
Association concerning the appointment of a special investigator on licensing
and he asked the Council for direction on how to proceed. He said he would
ssociation to the Council
bring the selection procedure of the Ramsey County Bar A
unless the investigation is to change and then the matter should be discussed.
Councilwoman Hunt said a suggestion was made that more than one attorney be involved
and this should be investigated.
Councilwoman Butler said maybe it doesn't have to be an attorney and Mr. Starr
said if the special investigator is not an attorney there could be legal road
blocks requiring legal advice.
Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspended to consider an ordinance
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sponsored by Councilman Tedesco. - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Tedesco submitted an ordinance concerning the entertainment license fee
and after some discussion it was agreed that the matter should be placed on the
Tuesday, June 12th, agenda for First Reading.
Councilman Hozza said he has received a request from the Mayor for appointment of
a Councilperson on the City County Health Advisory Committee and he asked for
volunteers.
Councilwoman Butler questioned the qualifications of the committee members an
whether a staff person could be eligible and the City Attorney was asked to
investigate this matter.
an Hunt, Councilwoman Showalter, and Councilman Maddox
Councilman Hozza, Councilwom
requested to be excused June 13th and June 14th to attend meetings of the League
of Minnesota Municipalities.
ked to be excused June 26, 27, and 28, 1979.
Councilman Levine and Councilman Hozza as
Councilman Tedesco moved thattheeasrequests be granted.ays- 0
Adopted.
Councilman Maddox moved that the Yeas meeting
Adopted.
Copies sent to
Minutes approved by Council
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
June 12th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, JIunt, Showalter, Mr. Vice President Tedesco ... 4
Absent - Councilmen Levine, Maddox, President Hozza...3 (Councilmen Levine, Maddox,
and Hozza arrived at a point during the meeting). .
Approval of Minutes of City Council meetings of May 16 A.M. and P.M., May 17,
May 22, May 23, and May 24, 1979.
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the minutes be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilmen Levine, Maddox, and President Hozza arrived at this point in the
meeting.
C.F. No. 273141. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of constructing a sanitary sewer in Upper Afton Road from
Millercrest Lane to Kennard Ct. and in Millercrest Lane 400 feet south of Upper
Afton Rd., under P.O. 268022.
Mr. James Hale, 22 Millercrest Lane, asked questions about a reduction in the
assessment for the advance credit and Mr. Eggum explained that the assessment roll
shows the total assessment but it would be reduced by the amount of advance credits.
Mr. Hale said they are still not enthused about the assessment and have entered
their intention to pursue the matter further.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273059. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 308.23 (3) of the St. Paul Legislative Code relating
to the minimum age of persons permitted in intoxicating liquor establishments.
Laid over to June 19th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273084. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 16511 designating the First Baptist Church
as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 19th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273085. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 16513 designating the Benjamin Brunson
House as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 19th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273086. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating the St. Paul Public Library/James Jerome Hill Reference
Library as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 19th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273087. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating the McColl Bldg. a.; a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 19th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273088. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating the Pioneer/Endicott-Midwest Bldg. as a Heritage
Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 19th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273089. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating the St. Paul Building as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 19th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273090. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating the Minnesota Museum of Art as a Heritage Preservation
Site.
Laid over to Tune 19th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273091. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating Landmark Center as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 19th for Third Reading.
Councilman Maddox asked about an opinion on the legality and affect of heritage
preservation designations and it was noted that an opinion had been prepared.
After further discussion it was agreed that the matter could be more fully
discussed at third reading and Councilwoman Hunt moved that Mr. Segal be present
at third reading on June 19th to answer any questions and discuss the matter of
the affect of heritage preservation designations.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273092. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 410.05 of the St. Paul Legislative Code pertaining
to Bingo applications by deleting the review procedure required by the Fire
Department.
Laid over to June 19th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273142. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Section 311.02 (2) of the Legislative Code amending the
fee for an entertainment license.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the Budget Department prepare a projection on the
affect this ordinance will have on budget revenue projections.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
The ordinance was laid over to June 19th for Second Reading.
C.E. No. 273143. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Section 308 of the Legislative Code to permit the Council
to reconsider the request for re -transfer of a license on submission of an
affidavit and surety bond.
at this matter be considered at a License Meeting
Councilman Maddox suggested th
and he said prior to that time he will distribute copies of the ordinance and
the reasons for it.
The ordinance was laid over to Wednesday June 20th for Second Reading.
Claim of Max and Margaret Fritzler, 2800 N. Hamlin, 4135, Roseville, Minnesota,
filed on June 7, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Hazel R. Porter by Attorney Sheridan J. Buckley, Jr., 1170 Northern \
Federal Bldg., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on June 7, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of James R. Penson, 1282 Dayton Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
June 5, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Terry Sveiven, 1281 Marion, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on June 6, 1979,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Notice of Motion and Motion in the matter of the HRA, Petitioner, versus Arthur
K. Wurdemann.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Statement from Gray, Gill and Brinkman, Attorneys at Law,for legal services
in the amount of $16,500 granted to Joseph Carchedi as part of the investigation
of Mr. Carchedi's conduct as License Inspector.
Councilman Hozza said he has asked the City Attorney for a legal opinion and he
anticipates that no action will be taken on this matter pending a legal opinion.
Councilman Tedesco said he feels the city is responsible for legal services
because he was acting in an official capacity.
Councilwoman Hunt said she questions whether this is a conclusion of the matter
and whether the lawsuit will continue in force.
Councilwoman Butler said there are many questions to address relating to this matter
and to other public officials.
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Letter of Robert Piram, Dept. of Community Services, setting forth residency
requirement status of seasonal employees of that department.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be referred to the Legislation Committee
for a full discussion along with other residence requirement matters.
Councilwoman Butler said there is something foolish about the first paragraph
of the letter and she thinks Mr. Piram has interpreted the residence requirements
in his own way and they are not open for interpretation and are quite clear.
The letter was referred to the Legislation Committee.
Transmittal of the District 7 Plan to the City Council.
It was agreed that the Citizens Participation Coordinator should confer with
representatives of District 7 to determine and recommend a date of hearing before
the City Council to consider adoption of the plan.
Administrative Orders:
D 4930 - $31,229.00 addition for the City Hall Annex Phase I Project.
D 4931 - An establishment of Fair Re -Use Values 'for disposition parcels as
listed.
D 4932 - $7,615.00 addition to the City Hall Annex Phase I Project.
D 4933 - Revision of the existing speed zones on Lower Afton Rd. from
McKnight Rd. to Trunk Highway No. 61.
D 4934 - Revision of the existing speed zones on Transfer Rd. between
the intersection with University Ave. and the point at which
it becomes Pierce Butler Rt. AND on Pierce Butler Route 500 feet
east of Prior at the point where Pierce Butler Route becomes
Transfer Rd.
D 4935 - Revision of existing speed limits on Marshall Ave. between the
intersection with Summit Avenue and Victoria St. AND Marshall
Avenue between Victoria St. and the intersection with Snelling Ave.
D 4936 - Revision of the existing speed zone on Dayton Ave. between the
intersection with Victoria St. and the intersection with Summit Ave.
Councilmah Maddox referred to administrative orders involving the City Hall Annex
and said he thought there was going to be a quarterly report or a meeting to discuss
overruns.
Councilwoman Butler suggested that the Finance Committee discuss administrative
orders on the City Hall Annex at their next meeting.
Councilman Maddox said he thinks the Council should get a quarterly report and have
a meeting on all projects as they result to additions and overruns.
Councilwoman Hunt said she will schedule a discussion in the Finance Committee.
C.F. No. 273144.
Resolution approving persons as listed to the SkywayProiot on Committee.
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Adopted. Yeas - 6 Ys
C.F. No. 273145.
Resolution granting transfer of Sunday On Sale Liquor License AND Restaurant
and other licenses from Raymond C: MacCafferty at 782-88 Grand Avenue to
MacCafferty's West, Inc. at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273146.
Resolution approving payment of $210.60 to Bruce Young, $35.00 to Mrs. Marion
Clark, $250.00 to John Parkes, and $54.89 to American Family Insurance Group
and LaVonne Hammer from the Tort Liability Fund in full settlement of their
respective claims.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273147.
Resolution granting Temporary On Sale Malt Beverage licenses to the St. Paul
Police Federation.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
June 14th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
Present - Councilmen Levine, Tedesco...2
Absent - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Maddox, Showalter, President Hozza... 5
No Quorum.
No Meeting.
(No business scheduled during annual meetings of the League of Minnesota
Municipalities).
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
June 19th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:08 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President
Hozza...7
Absent - No one.
C.F. No. 273148.
n of the City of Saint Paul for the vacation of
Resolution granting the petitio
Lot 17, Block 1, Michel's Subdivision of Block 4, Stinson's Division.
Public Hearing was held on the petition.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending approval subject to certain terms
and conditions was noted.
Kevin Lamson, 591 Van Buren, said neither he nor the neighbors have any objections
to the vacation but they do have a concern over the incorrect listing of the address
as 617 Van Buren. He said the correct address is 613 Van Buren.
Michael Eggum responded to a question from Councilwoman Butler and said the
vacation is a formality preliminary to the putting up of the property for sale.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the petition.
Roll call on the resolution.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273149. FINAL ORDER.
in the matter of grading and paving in Block 3, Edmund Rice's 3rd Addition
from Jackson St. to Agate St. (P.O. 273007)
Patrick Fleming, 120 Sims, said the reason he wants the alley to go through is
he cannot use his property in the back and he has a garage with no access. He
said the residents have always had to maintain the alley because of the debris
and junk and noted that if a family has two cars one car is always overlapping /
onto a neighbors property line because the lots are so narrow. He said also
a major problem exists because of the hill and he noted that his car last winter
rolled down the hill and damaged a neighbors car.
William Zika said he has lived in the area for twenty years and there has never
been an alley back there and there has never been a problem until two or three
people moved in and wanted to change everything. He also objected to the cost of
the assessment.
Mr. William Gangl of 149 York said the alley is no good to him and he noted he has
just built a new garage.
Irene Spiegelberg of 118 Sims said he late husband had always taken care of the
alley before he passed away. She said she feels the alley should go through
and she said she lives on a pension and if she can pay the assessment she does not
know why the others cannot.
Jeff Singer of 904 Jackson said the alley did go through and originally it had
been paved. He said it might have to be resurfaced but it possibly does not have
to be resurveyed.
Mr. Ziegler said the alley was in good condition when he first moved into the
area in 1953 and the entire alley could be used but then Messrs. Spiegelberg and
White began to use the alley as a place to store debris and other fill type material
and he noted that a wall was also put in which eliminated further use of the alley.
He said now the people who created the problem want. to change the situation and
he does not think he should have to pay for
Mrs. Fleming noted that in addition to the accident her husband referred to earlier
on the car going down hill they have a camper which has to be parked on rented
property for storage. She said that that little section of the alley is like a
jungle.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273150. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of condemning and taking an easement in the land necessary
in
slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the grading and paving Y
Block 3, Edmund Rice's Third Addition. (P.O. 273008)
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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C.F. No. 273151. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of grading and paving the alley in Block 1, Auerbach and Hand's
Addition from Rose to Maryland Avenues. (P.O. 273003)
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273152. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of condemning and taking an easement in the land necessary for
slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the grading and paving the alley in
Block 1, Auerback and Hands Addition. (P.O. 273004)
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of grading and paving in Block 8, Watt's Park from Howard St.
to McKnight Rd. (P.O. 273005)
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of condemning and taking an easement in the land necessary
for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the grading and paving of the
alley in Block 8, Watt's Park from Howard St. to McKnight Rd. (P.O. 273006)
A letter from James P. and Lorraine D. Kasal of 2256 Reaney Avenue opposing the
improvement was noted.
Chris Olson of 2244 Reaney said the alley is a little rough now but it forces
people to drive slowly which is an advantage. He said he was disappointed at the
unsatisfactory answers from departmental officials to questions he had on the /
improvement. Mr. Olson said he finds an assessment figure of $7.25 a foot a little
hard to believe. He said that according to plans the city is just going to pave
it and according to that this would place a current telephone pole now standing
right in the middle of the alley. Mr. Olson said a feasibility study should be
made and the possibility of putting the telephone lines underground should be studied
and a decent study should be made before estimates are arrived at. Mr. Olson said
he feels that it is going to cost the residents a lot more money then what the
projection shows.
Mr. Kuhfeld responded to a question from Councilwoman Butler and said the order
comes before the Council on the basis of a petition of five out of the twenty
residents.
Mr. Olson said the first time he heard of the project was when he got the letter
in the mail.
Councilwoman Butler moved that both orders be referred to the Public Works Committee
AND public hearings be continued to July 17, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of opening, grading and paving an alley in Block 72, W. J.
Godfrey's Subdivision by taking and condemning an easement for alley purposes
on, over and across the north 16 feet of Lots 15 thru 29 in Block 72. (P.O. 273009)
Gerald Franzwa, 1000 Wilson Avenue, submitted a petition of ten names in opposition
to the improvement. Mr. Franzwa said he moved into the area a year ago this month
and has spent considerable time telling the neighbors of the cost of the improvement
to them. He said the people on Wilson will have no access to the alley and
problems would be created by those persons who already have garages built. He
said he feels the alley amounts to nothing more than a private driveway for the
people living on Wakefield and he questioned why others should have to pay for it.
Mr. Kuhfeld responded to a question from Councilman Maddox and said that twenty of
twenty-five property owners signed a petition for the improvement.
Mr. Franzwa said the people knew nothing of the cost to them at the time they
signed it.
Mr. David Allen Johnsen of 1039 Wakefield said he started the petition and that
he did explain everything to them and this was explained to everyone except
three persons who were unavailable.
Mr. Johnsen said the purpose of the alley would be just to clean it up. He said
its not in a bad mess but it does get bad back there.
Ronnie Stone of 1056 Wilson said that when the petition was started she was
given the wrong impression on ownership of the alley. She said it would cost about
$500 each and being as she does not use the alley she sees no need to spend the
$500. She said there are other city owned alleys in the area in much worse condition
then this one.
Natalie Yanez of 1042 Wilson said Mr. Johnsen did not tell everyone it would cost
them anything. She said she has lived in the area for twenty years and gotten along
very well without an alley. She said if the people on Wakefield want an alley it
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(Discussion continued from the previous page).
should be their responsibility.
Joan Brabock (?) also said she was not told she would have to pay for the
improvement. She said she signed the original petition only because she wanted
to keep the area clean but that she opposes the improvement because of the
costs.
Robert Payne of 1001 Wakefield said he signed the first petition but he would like
to have his name taken off it because he does not think its fair to have the
people on Wilson pay for the alley.
Councilman Maddox noted that ten persons of the twenty-two who signed the petition
for the improvement now wanted their names removed.
Councilman Maddox moved the order be referred to the Public Works Committee.
Mike Eggum said he would be responsible for notification of persons for the
upcoming committee meeting. (This in response to a question from Councilwoman Butler)
Mr. Johnsen said he was sorry this has come up this way and especially now that
there is the possiblity of a couple garages having to be moved.
Clarence Godfrey, 1030 Wilson, opposed the order because Wilson residents will
have to pay the assessments and all the people on Wakefield will be giving up
would be sixteen feet.
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of opening, grading and paving an alley in Block 72, W. J.
Godfrey's Subdivision by taking and condemning an easement for alley
purposes on, over and across the north 16 feet of Lots 15 thru 29 in said
Block 72, AND condemning and taking an easement,in the land necessary for
slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the grading and paving of the alley
in Block 72, W. J. Godfrey's Subdivision. (P.O. 273010)
Councilman Maddox moved this order and the Final Order for the opening, grading
and paving of the alley in Block 72, W. J. Godfrey's Subdivision be referred to
the Public Works Committee AND the public hearing be continued to the July 17th,
1979 City Council Meeting.
C.F. No. 273153.
Resolution granting the petition of George and Barbara Stahl to vacate a sewer
easement over Lot 1, Block 2, Otto Hunt's Addition.
Public Hearing of the petition was held.
Regina Kania of 547 Warwick Street said the sewer has been put in but.the alley
has been torn up. She said she understands the sewer is to be paid for by the
petitioner but she inquired about the cost for the paving of the alley.
Mike Eggum said that it is his understanding that all of the cost connected with
the sewer are to be borreby the petitioner and there is to be no expense- to the
city or the neighbors.
Mr. Fred Kueppers, Jr., attorney for the Stahl's, said the problems has been
resolved except for the one step which is before the City Council and he said
it is his understanding the agreement was drawn up by the Department of Public
Works and there will be no expense to the neighbors. He detailed the background
of the matter to the Council wherein the city elected to take an easement on
the subject property and then proceed to install a storm sewer which ran right
through the Stahl property and he said that due to an oversight someone at the
time put the Stahl house on the easement and now that they are in the process
of selling the house they are having problems because of its being situated
on that easement. He said his clients have spent twelve to fifteen thousand
dollars in personal contracts in trying to resolve the situation and now they
are asking the city to vacate the easement. He asked that the city waive its
usual easement rights pursuant to Chapter 228 of the Legislative Code so that
stipulation not be on the title. He said that matter has been discussed with
Mr. Donovan and he has agreed to the waiver. He noted the resolution before
the Council already incorporates that provision.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the vacation.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273154. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of improving DeSoto St. from North St. to Collins St. and
North St. from DeSoto St. to Payne Avenue. (P.O. 273011)
Councilman Tedesr:; moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273155. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of condemning and taking of an easement in the land necessary
for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the grading of DeSoto St. from
North St. to Collins St. AND North St. from DeSoto St, to Payne Avenue. (P.O. 273012)
No one appeared.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
June 19th, 1979. 57618.
C.F. No. 273156.
Resolution ratifying assessment for summary abatements for the period December 1
thru December 31, 1978.
Mr. Tom Adam of 969 Iglehart objected to the $95 assessment and said he purchased
the house from the HRA and was in the process of remodeling the house.
Mr. Gene Verdick of the Public Works Department recapped the orders in the matter.
Councilwoman Hunt said that as she understands the situation the HRA should have
had their debris removed before the property was sold to Mr. Adam.
Councilwoman Butler moved Mr. Adams name be deleted from the assessment roll and
the HRA be billed for the summary abatement for this property.
Mr. Thomas Baber also objected to his assessment because the property had been
purchased from a Mr. Parker.
Councilwoman Butler moved that the resolution be approved with the exception that
Messrs. Adams and Babers names be stricken from the assessment rolls AND the HRA
be billed for the Adams assessment and Mr. Daniel Parker be billed for the Baber
assessment. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 7
C.F. No. 273157.
Resolution ratifying assessment for Boarding -up and Demolition for period
December 1 thru December 31, 1978.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Butler moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273158. FINAL ORDER. /
In the matter of the reconstruction of sidewalks on streets as listed:
Mt. Curve Blvd.west side from Randolph Ave. to north to Lot 21, Miss. View.
Mt. Curve Blvd.,, east side only at 464 and 454 Mt. Curve.
Finn St., both sides from Jefferson Ave. to north 141 ft.
Syndicate St., east side from 110 feet so. of Minnehaha Ave. to north 60 ft.
(P.O. 273015)
Lester Terry of 2123 Jefferson appeared on his behalf and also on behalf of Dr.
Richard Tregilgas and said they both favor the sidewalk as recommended. He asked
that in those situations where some of the sidewalks are almost new that they not
be replaced but that where the sidewalks are in need of repair they be moved forward
on the priority list. He said that Dr. Tregilgas's retaining wall has to be
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Councilman Maddox moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273159. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of reconstruction of sidewalks on streets as listed:
Armstrong Ave., north side from Chatsworth St. to west 35E right-of-way.
Fairview Ave., east side from Pinehurst Ave. to Highland Parkway.
St. Paul Ave., south side from Davern St. to Edgcumbe Rd.
St. Paul Ave., north side from Davern St. to west 140 feet abutting 1215 Davern.
(P.O. 273016)
Mr. Joseph Bisanz of 1889 Stanford Avenue appeared on behalf of his father
Leonard Bisanz in support of the order.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273059.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16535. An ordinance amending Chapter 308.23 (3) of the St. Paul Legislative Code
relating to the minimum age of persons permitted in intoxicating liquor
establishments.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Levine moved that the rules be suspended.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273160.
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a building at
739 University Ave.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273084. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Ord. No. 16511 designating the First Baptist Church
as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 26th for Final Adoption.
57619.
June 19th, 1979.
C.E. No. 273085. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Ord. No. 16513 designating the Benjamin Brunson House
as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 26th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273086. THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating the St. Paul Public Library/James Jerome Hill
Reference Library as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 26th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273087. THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating the McColl Bldg. as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 26th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273088. THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating the Pioneer/Endicott-Midwest Bldg. as a Heritage
Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 26th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273089. THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating the st. Paul Building as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 26th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273090. THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating the Minnesota Museum of Art as a Heritage Preservation
Site.
Laid over to June 26th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273091. THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating Landmark Center as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to June 26th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273092. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 410.05 of the St. Paul Legislative Code pertaining
to Bingo applications by deleting the review procedure required by the Fire
Department.
Laid over to June 26th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273142. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Section 311.02 (2) of the Legislative Code amending the fee
for an entertainment license.
Referred to the License Committee and laid over to the committee meeting of June
27th for Third Reading.
Councilwoman Butler asked Assistant City Attorney Segal to research whether
owner concurrence has been received for those ordinances considered today as
Heritage Preservation Sites.
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273045. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 25 of the St. Paul Administrative Code providing
for the prohibition of gifts to city officers and employees. (Letter of Chairman
of Rules and Policy Committee recommends denial).
Councilwoman Showalter said the reason the ordinance was brought in was because
there are some situations wherein a problem could come up in the future. She said
she supposed the city had a policy in regard to this and was surprised that none
existed. She noted that in private business there are some regulations.
City Attorney Ed Starr said the matter was considered in committee and the committee
had reviewed the state statutes prohibiting bribery and there are some differences.
He said the state statutes is more refined and more strict then this ordinance and
the statute states there must be proof of intent.
The ordinance was laid over to June 21st for Third Reading.
Discussion of possible amendment to the Human Rights Ordinance relative to
the authority of the Director to waive or retain his right to criminally
prosecute. (Letter of Chairman of Legislation Committee recommends
referral to Finance, Management and Personnel Committee for further consideration
and review.)
Councilwoman Hunt said the Committee action was to review policy as far as referring
matters to the state. She said before it be referred to the Finance Committee
there should be concurrence from the Council as to what it wants to do.
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June 19th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Councilwoman Butler said she has talked with the Mayor and he said that he would accede
to the will of the Council.
Council President Hozza said he would prefer a meeting of the Finance Committee
as a Whole on this item and the entire matter can be explored.
Councilman Levine said he believes the matter should stay here in the city rather
than sent to the state.
Councilwoman Hunt moved the matter be referred to the Finance Committee meeting
as a committee of the whole.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco moved that the rules be suspended.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273161.
Resolution authorizing a lease agreement at the St. Paul Municipal Stadium on
July 1, 1979 with Schon Productions, Inc. for presentation of a Beach Boys concert.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273162.
Resolution approving submission of a proposal to Minnesota Cable Communications
Board requesting the Board approve the corporate boundaries of the City
of St. Paul as a Cable Service territory.
Councilwoman Showalter read a prepared statement in support of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Claim of Kerry Johnson, 642 S. Snelling Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
June 13, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Evelyn Smith by Attorney Wm. A. Peters, 910 Pioneer Bldg., St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on June 8, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Clara C. Tschida, 1491 Chelsea St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
June 11, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Capitol Supply Co. versus the City of
St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of David McKenzie versus the City of St. Paul
and the Civic Center.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Letter from the State Department of Revenue transmitting the application of
George Hammond for Relief in assessed valuation of real estate described
in application # 282086.
Filed.
Notice of Hearing from the State Department of Natural Resources for proposed rules
for designation, classification, and management of the Cannon River from
Faribault to the Mississippi River as a component of the state's wild and scenic
river system.
Filed.
Notice of Additional Hearing from the State Department of Agriculture in proposed
adoption of rules governing disposal of refuse from Transport involved in
foreign commerce.
Filed.
Letter from the State Department of Health enclosing a copy covering the
investigation of the City of St. Paul municipal water supply.
Filed.
Letter from the Director of Finance & Management Services reporting the
petition of Leo Gadbois to rezone parts of Lot 9 and all of Lots 10 and 11,
Block 16, Woodland Park Addn. is insufficient.
Lead petitioner to be notified.
Petition of rezone property at 389 E. Sidney, aka Lot 24, Block 16, West St. Paul
Syndicate Addn.
Referred to the Finance Department.
57621.
June 19th, 1979.
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this point.
Petition to rezone property described as Lot 5, Block 58, Arlington Hills Addn.
Referred to the Finance Department.
Letter from the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing date for
July 17, 1979 in the petition of Richard J. Paradise et al for the vacation
of Fulton St. between Jefferson Ave. and the proposed parkway.
Councilwoman Showalter moved concurrence with the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing date for
July 17, 1979 to consider the petition of the HRA for the vacation of
Winifred, Clinton, Robie and Greenwood Streets.
Councilwoman Showalter moved concurrence with the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Administrative Orders:
D 4937 - Additions of $344.58 for temporary traffic signals in parts of
Como, Front and Dale St.
D 4938 - Deductions of $776.00 to the contract for furniture from
Institutional Sales, Inc. for the City Hall Annex.
D 4939 - Deductions of $505.00 to the furniture contract with Institutional
Sales, Inc. for the City Hall Annex.
D 4940 - Additions of $44,329.80 in the Contract II - Spring 1979 Tree
Planting Contract with Jim's Tree Service.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of the 1979-1980 Labor Agreements
between the City of St. Paul, ISD 4625, and the United Brotherhood of
Carpenters and Joiners of Am., Twin City Carpenters District Council; /
employment for the period May 1, 1979 thru April 30, 1981. (First Reading)
Laid over to June 26th for Second Reading and Adoption._
C.E. No. 273163.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by adding the title Water Service
Worker -Control Desk to Section 8 under the heading "Semi -Skilled Labor"
AND inserting its specifications in Section 49. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273164.
Resolution amending the Salary Plan and Rates of Ccinpensation Resolution by
establishing the compensation rate for the title Water Service Worker
Control Desk in Section II, Subsection 0. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273165.
Resolution granting Bingo Game licenses to Disabled American Veterans, St. Paul
Chapter, Inc. and North End Youth Hockey Assn.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273166.
Resolution authorizing an agreement with the County of Ramsey whereby the City
will provide the County with services of a health educator for a period of one year
for a $20,807.94 fee.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273167.
Resolution authorizing an agreement with the County of Ramsey whereby the
County will provide the City with adolescent health services in the Maternal
and Infant Care High School Program Clinics for a one year period, City to pay
$35,000 for said services.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273168.
Resolution authorizing an agreement with the County of Ramsey whereby the
City will provide the County with Public Health laboratory services for a one
year period for a $2,600 fee.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273169.
Resolution authorizing an agreement with the' County of Ramsey whereby the
City will provide screening and treatment services for tuberculosis control
for a $400 fee.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273170.
Resolution suspending for thirty days on -sale non -intoxicating liquor and
other licenses of Mr..Elijah Barker dba E. J.'s Bar at 628 Selby Avenue.
No one appeared in response to a call from the chair.
Councilwoman Butler said she has concerns as to the severity of the penality.
Council President Hozza said this is not the first incident at this address
and that prior to this there was what can best be described as a small riot wherein
police were attacked.
Councilwoman Butler asked if the owner could have controlled the situation.
Council President Hozza said the br of was not part of this hearing but was the basis
of a previous disciplinary actionrtecause this was a second offense it was the
reason for this particular action.
Councilwoman Hunt said it should be pointed out that the recommendation of the
License Inspector was for sixty days and the Council reduced that figure.
Roll call on the resolution.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273171.
Resolution granting various licenses to per
as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273172.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273173.
Resolution granting sewer service refund to firms as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273174.
Resolution granting the petition of the Metropolitan Transit Commission for the
vacation of a portion of Railway Place. Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273175.
ion o£ ISD #625 and the City of St. Paul for the
Resolution granting the petit
vacation of part of Sheridan Yea ue. Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.E. No. 273176.
Resolution authorizing payment of $30,200.00 to Wilder Foundation for parts
of Victoria and Lafond St. Addn. AND part of vacated Blair St. as listed needed for the
St. Anthony Storm Sewer Project.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273177.
ading and paving of the East-West alley in Block ,
Preliminary Order for the gr
t St. to the east line of Lot 21 in Block 7,
Morton's Addn. from Arkwr-gh
ALSO grade and pave the proposed north -south alley in Lot 22, Block 7,
AND setting date of public hearing for July 17, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273178. widenin and extending the North-South
Preliminary Order for the opening, S
alley by taking an easement for alley purposes on, over and across
tseAddn.
Westerly 18 feet of the Easterly 28 feet of Lot 22, Block 7,
AND taking an easement in the land necessary for slopes, cuts and fills
occasioned by the grading and paving of the East-West alley from the East
line of Arkwright St. to the extended East line of Lot 10, Block 7 AND the
proposed North South alley on, over and across the Westerly 18 feete f the
Easterly 28 feet of Lot 22, Block 7, Morton's Addri. AND setting
public hearing for July 17, 1979.Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273179. of
Preliminary Order for the reconstruction of sidewalks on partsRas IiAldine
Summit, Randolph, and E. Nevada Avenues and parts of N. Dale,
and Herschel Streets AND setting sdate of public hearingys - 0 r July 17th.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273180.
Preliminary Order for the reconstruction of sidewalks onthe
ESEsside
ideoof W. 7th
St. from Bay to Watson Streets (eliminate areaways) AND the
St. from Sherburne to Charles Avenues (eliminate areaways) AND setting date
of public hearing for July 17, 19Yeas 79. 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
57623.
June 19th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273181.
Preliminary Order for the reconstruction of sidewalks on the following; North
side of Como Avenue from B.N. Railroad Bridge to Atwater St.; west side
of Rice St. from University to Sherburne Avenues, and NW side of W. 7th
St. from Bay St. to Randolph Ave. abutting 1077-1093 W. 7th St. and
setting date of public hearing for July 17, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273182.
Preliminary Order for the reconstruction of sidewalks on the following:
west side of Cleveland Ave. from Marshall Ave. to south 200 feet; north
side of Ashland Ave. from Dale St. to west 240 feet; east side of Milton
Ave. from Palace Ave. to south 127 feet and both sides of E. Hawthorne Avenue
from Hazel to Van Dyke Streets AND setting date of public hearing for July 17.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273183.
Preliminary Order for the reconstruction of sidewalks on the south side of
Field Avenue abutting 2004 Field Ave. AND setting date of public hearing
for July 17, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273184.
Preliminary Order for the construction of sidewalks on the east side of
Griggs St. from vacated Stanford Ave. to north 33 feet + at 296 S. Griggs
AND setting date of public hearing for July 17, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273185.
Resolution approving assessment for the grading and surfacing the alley in
J. R. Barton's Addition from Milton St. to Palmer Place AND setting date of
public hearing for July 17, 1979. (P.O. 268660)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273186.
Resolution approving assessment for the grading and surfacing the alley in
McAnulty and Shea Addn. from Kilburn St. to 176 feet west AND setting date
of public hearing for July 17, 1979. (P.O. 268658)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273187.
Resolution approving assessment for the grading and surfacing of the alley in
Block 7, St. Anthony Park North ALSO construction of a sewer in an easement
over Lot 18 in said Block 7 AND setting date of public hearing for July 17, 1979.
(P.O. 268806)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273188.
Resolution approving the Agency Agreement between the City and HRA for
implementation of certain CD Year V activities.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273189.
Resolution setting a public hearing date for July 3, 1979 on the Community Development
Program Year V Redevelopment Plan.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273190.
Resolution approving assessment for construction of the Maria -Third & Cypress
St. storm sewer systems AND setting date for public hearing for July 17, 1979.
(P.O. 255309 and 255310)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt said John Connelly has always been very .effective in obtaining
reimbursement for the School District from the State on challenges to the sale
ratio formula figures. She said the School Board has no personnel for this type
of activity. She said the matter has been discussed with Mr. Ken Berg of the
School Board and he said they would be willing to reimburse John Connelly for his
time if he would be willing to continue doing sales ratio formula work for the
School Board.
Councilwoman Butler moved John Connelly be allowed to work with the School Board
on the matter and that the School Board reimburse the city for Mr. Connelly's
time.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
(Continued discussion on the following page).
ne 19th, 1979. 57624
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Councilwoman Hunt said she would write a letter to Mr. Berg to this affect.
Councilwoman Hunt said she had some concerns on the lack of decorum on the part
of TV newspersons in particular who cover the City Council Meetings. Ha sentiment
was echoed by Council President Hozza.
Councilwoman Hunt moved the matter of establishment of some possible procedures
for dealing with the conduct of TV personnel at Council sessions be referred to the
Rules and Policy Committee.
Roll call on the motion.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0 i
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Copies sent to Councilmen -V
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Minutes approved by Council /%
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
June 20th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Maddox, Showlater, Tedesco and President Hozza ... 5
Absent - Councilmen Hunt, Levine ... 2 (Councilman Levine arrivng e mat a point during the
meeting; Councilman Maddox left at a point
C.F. No. 273143. SECOND READING.
An Ordinance amending Section 308 of the Legislative Code to permit the Council to
reconsider the request for re -transfer of a license on submission of an affidavit and
surety bond.
Councilman Maddox moved to table the ordinance because he said he hoped to sell the
Blue Chip soon and this ordinance has an effect on his business relations. Councilman
Maddox said he thinks the ordinance is desperately needed but in view of the potential
and possible conflict of interest situation he asked the ordinance be withdrawn.
It was so ordered.
Soccer Club, Inc., 408 Main Street, 52 Periods. (Hubert
Bingo Application - St. Paul
J. Wegele, Finance Officer, and Peter Silberbauer, Manager, notified to attend).
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the application.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273191.
Resolution granting Bingo Games License to Ravoux General Assembly, 4th Degree Knights
of Columbus at 408 Main St. (Letter of License Inspector recommending approval was
read). yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Gambling Application - Saint Paul -Ramsey Arts and Science , Jr. 3MEast Tenth et,
anager, notified
1 Session. (Frank Marzitelli, President, and James D. Borland, ,
to attend).roval was read.
Letter of the License Inspector recommending app
Councilperson Butler moved approval.Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273192.
Resolution granting the transfer of On Sale AND Sunday On Sale Liquor License AND transfer
of Restaurant and other licenses from Nickel, Inc. and Martha O'Connor at 501 Blair
Ave. to Nickel Joint, Inc. at the same address. (Letter of the License Inspector
recommending approval was read).
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273193.Inc. at
Resolution granting the transfer of On Sale Liquor License from Kelly's Pub,
k Theatre, Inc. at the same address. (Letter of the License
11 W. Tenth Street to Shamroc
Inspector recommending approval was read).
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Levine arrived at this point.
C.F. No. 273194.
Resolution granting tranfer of On Sale Liquor AND Sunday On Sale Liquor Licenses
AND
transfer of Restaurant, Tavern and other licenses from Lenahans;,
N. Western Ave. to Wilebski Brothers, Inc. at the same address. (Letter of the License
Inspector recommending approval was read).
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Application for forty Taxicab Licenses to Green and White Taxi Cab Company, 169 Grand
Ave. (James C. Issaacson, President, notified to attend).
Joseph Carchedi, License Inspector, responded to a question of Council President Hozza
and said that a hearing has not been held on the need for additional cabs.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
57626.V
June 20th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Council President Hozza said it seems to him this application is contingent on
that hearing.
Councilman Maddox said it had been agreed that some kind of study would be put
together to determine the need and he reminded the Council that the question of
need had an impact on the recent taxicab fare increase. He said the Yellow Cab
Company should be instructed that they should not take the rate increase lightly
and that he still thinks some of the cabs should not be allowed on the street.
He said he thinks an effort has been made to clean up the cabs but it is not
being done fast enough. Councilman Maddox moved to table this application until
the public hearing on need has been established.
Council President Hozza asked that Mr. Carchedi have a hearing on the need and on
applicatMis/and asked what has been the procedure in the past.
Mr. Carchedi said the survey has been completed and will be submitted in the next
week. He said it would be up to the cab company to satisfy need. He said any date
the Council sets for a hearing is satisfactory.
Councilman Maddox said the intent of his motion was not to stifle debate but it does
not make sense to hear presentation from Mr. Isaacson and then have to hear the
same presentation in the next two to three weeks at a hearing. He said he would not
be prepared to vote on the matter today.
Mr. Isaacson said he does not wish to make a presentation at this time and would
reserve his comments for the hearing.
Councilman Maddox moved the public hearing on need be set for July 11, 1979 and the
hearing on the application of the Green and White Taxicab Company be set for July 18,
1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Application for Taxicab License to Daniel D. Parker, 755 Payne Avenue. (Daniel D.
Parker notified to attend).
Councilperson Butler recalled that a previous license application of Mr. Parker was
denied and she asked the legal condition for submission of new applications.
Assistant City Attorney, Terry Garvey, said he does not believe there is a legal
basis to deny the right of a person to make repeated applications upon denial.
Councilman Tedesco said the hearing for July 18th, 1979 for the Green and White Taxi-
cab Company application should also include this application and at that time the Council
can determine if Daniel Parker does not have the wherewithal to conduct the business.
Councilperson Butler said her point is that three weeks ago the Council decided he did
not have sufficient financial means.
e denial of the Parker application..the public
President Hozza said that at the time of th
hearing to determine need had not been held. He noted there will be a hearing on
July 11th, 1979 and he said it seems to him there should be a public hearing on this
matter then. He said the Council can take whatever action it wants but his recollection
of the matter is that the denial is based on the need criteria.
Councilman Maddox moved denial of the application.
CouncH_person Butler said the basis for a denial was that Mr. Parker did not have the
capability of putting the cabs on the street.
Mr. Garvey said the denial was based lack of necessity and the Council did not weigh
the merits of his application.
Councilman Levine requested the record indicate the applicant is not in attendance
this morning.
Roll call on Councilman Maddox's motion to deny the application.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 (Butler, Levine, Maddox, Showalter)
Nays - 2 (Tedesco, President Hozza)
Public Hearing on the On Sale Liquor License to and C-2 Restaurant License issued
to Dacotah Corporation, doing business as W. A. Frost at 374 Selby Avenue. (Suspension
of On Sale Liquor License and denial of renewal application for C-2 Restaurant
recommended by the Division of License and Permit Administration).
Mr. Carchedi said he had been notified on Monday that the W. A. Frost people had
complied with major difficulties and that Doctor Cox has suggested the matter
be laid over until the next inspection period.
Councilperson Showalter moved the matter be laid over indefinitely (this at the
suggestion of Mr. Carchedi).
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point.
Discussion on parking lot on North End Improvement Club at 1079 Rice Street.
Joseph Prifrel, 1074 Woodbridge, appeared as representative of the North End Improve-
ment Club. He reviewed the history of the problem which surrounds the City's insistence
that the fence be built ten feet in from the alley line rather than on it. He noted
other businesses in the area all have their fences on the property line. '
(Discussion continued to the following page).
57627.✓
` 1979.
June 20th,
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Most of the discussion centered around the fact that one
neighbor, Mr. Sattler, had
his
objected to the lights from.the parking lot shining i
nto Councilman Tedesco said -he surveyed the area and noted too that all the garages were
g
on the alley line and that there is a telephone pole ten feet back which acts as
a sort of barrier. Councilman Tedesco said if a waiver is needed he would be
glad to make a motion to that effect.
ney how the Council should proceed legally.
Council President Hozza asked the City Attor
Mr. Ed Warn of the Planning Department said when the matter was last left in February /
of 1979 the North End Club was in agreement with the neighbors and the presence of
a fence being either on the alley line or ten feet in was not discussed.
Micheal Sattler, 1090 Albemarle, said that when the matter was before the Appeals
Board they directed a compromise be reached and that the compromise should satisfy
the Building Department. He said Mr. Amey decided the fence should be moved in ten
feet for sight distance. Mr. Sattler said personally he does not care where the
fence is placed. (Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this p
Councilman Tedesco moved the fence beallowed
to be battlerbuilt nand the
the lNorthey nEndsImprove-
previously agreed to as previously agrbY
ment Club.
Councilperson Butler asked if there where not a legal process in giving a variance.
Ed Starr, City Attorney, said his understanding is the Board of Appeals has acted and
if there were to be a variance he would prefer to go to the office and check the legal
status of the procedure.
Ed Warn said he is comfortable with the motion and said there -might be some sight problems
but inasmuch as the speed limit for alleys is ten miles per hour there should not be
a problem.
It was suggested that Mr. Warn and the City Attorney work together on the drafting o
a resolution implementing Councilman Tedesco'motion.
Roll call on Councilman Tedesco's motion to all low the fence to be built on the alley
line.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point.
Councilperson Showalter moved Councilperson Hunt be excused from today's meeting.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilperson Showalter moved the meeting be adjourned.
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City Cleik.
Copies to Councilmen 7
Minutes approved by Council 7/L/%
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57628.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
June 21st, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Council President Hozza at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Butler, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, President Hozza ... 5
Absent - Councilmen Hunt, Tedesco ... 2 (Councilmen Hunt and Tedesco arrived at a
point in the meeting)
Approval of minutes of City Council Meetings for May 29, 30 and 31 and June 5, 6,
and 7, 1979.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the minutes.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Mr. Frank Hammond of Operation '85 made a presentation concerning the Downtown
People Mover. He said that since the rejection by the state of the legislation
two members of the committee have spent some time on the People Mover Project
and they have come up with some conclusions.
Mr. Hammond said that as a general observation there has been nothing in a long
time which has generated such interest in the city as the People Mover Project
and he said the city should capitalize on this interest. He said there has been
too much money spent to simply write it off. He noted that almost 2 million dollars
have been spent thus far.
Mr. Hammond said that although it is true the House of Representatives would not %
support the project a number of other persons and/or organizations did spend alot /
of time studying the matter. He cited Senator Stout, other governmental agencies,
the Operation '85 Steering Committee and Operation '85 Organization itself, the
Chamber of Commerce, the Downtown Council and the Lowertown Commercial Club.
Mr. Hammond said it is true the Legislature refused to add a capital support for
the project and it is true a number of other commitments are still in place including
the city's 3 million dollars and the federal funding. He said it is a curious
fact that Operation '85 never did consider capital costs a problem. It always
felt the funding would be recaptured. He said that what it was concerned with at
the time were the operating costs and the private sector agreed to provide a goodly
portion of that. He presented a prepared statement (part of the record) which
asks for a ninety day extension to study the project further and asked the Council
to ask the Federal Government to keep its commitment in place for the time.
Mr. Hammond said they will report back to the Council at the end of the ninety day
period.
Councilman Maddox moved the ninety day extension be granted.
Councilman Maddox said one of the things that bothers him is that parking seems
to be interwoven with the People Mover Project. He said that parking is an immediate
problem but some people are hesitant to make a commitment to the parking problem.
Councilman Maddox said he hopes that in looking at the total concept of the People
Mover another way of doing it other than reliance on the Legislature is explored.
Councilman Levine said he supports the motion and he commended Operation '85 on its
effort.
Councilman Levine said it must be pointed out that the downtown is not independent
of the rest of the city and what he saw come out of this potential development
was inspiring. He said that what would have spilled over from the development
would have accrued to the rest of the city. He said he does not think the
development aspect should be overlooked and that is the reason the federal government
is looking to spend funds for the project.
Councilwoman Hunt and Councilman Tedesco arrived at this point.
Councilwoman Butler said she supports the motion because she sees no harm in
doing it but she would like to caution Councilmen Levine and Maddox that the public
does not support it and if the project is as great as everyone says it is then
she thinks the public will have to be educated.
Council President Hozza responded to a question from Councilwoman Hunt that he thought
a resolution would be the appropriate action.
Councilwoman Hunt said she is not prepared to support that resolution and other '
kinds of circulatory solutions would go along way toward solving the transportation
problem. She said there was an intensive educational process but that was not enough.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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June 21st, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Councilman Levine said this came at a time when the bus fleet was breaking down
in the winter and people were asking how can we support public transportation
in the light of that. He referred to the circulatory problem and said the
Council found the old QT bus was not satisfactory because when it got caught
in the traffic it just did not work.
Councilman Levine said the QT was one of the biggest losers in the transportation
program. He said the program was scrapped and the dime zone was brought in.
Councilman Levine said we need this kind of program to tie in the whole development
program.
Councilwoman Showalter said she supports the motion and nothing helps the cause
more then the long lines of people now waiting for gas.
Councilwoman Butler asked Council President Hozza what would be the effect of the
resolution because the City Council also has a commitment.
Council President Hozza said that at some point the Council would be asked to keep
its commitment in place and encourage UMTA to maintain its commitment. He said the
resolution would simply state in writing that the Council does not want UMTA to
withdraw its support within ninety days.
Councilwoman Butler questioned whether anything had to be done and Mr. Hammond
said it would be nice to send something in writing to Washington.
Councilman Maddox said if there will be a look taken at some of the parking problems
that will arise in a year and a half then he can support it but if it is just
another optional presentation for the people mover then he would not offer the
motion.
Councilman Levine mentioned several cities which he said are just waiting in the
wings and he said the federal government will send money to those communities
that want it.
Councilman Levine said it is unusual to have a program which will realize as large
a return as �:<`-�-*00;`million dollars in development that would come from the 90 million
dollars spent.
Roll call on Councilman Maddox's motion to grant the ninety day extension.
Adopted. Yeas - (Butler Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco,
President Hozza ... 6)
Nays - (Hunt ... 1)
Hearing to consider the appeal of Ray Koehnen to an order of the Housing and
Building Code Enforcement Division with respect to property at 521 Whitall.
Mr. Staffenson of the Housing and Building Code Enforcement Division reviewed
the history of the order. Said it had been instituted last year but because
of winter conditions was suspended.
Mr. Staffenson said it is being instituted again this year and he distributed j
pictures of the conditions existing on June 19th on the property.
Mr. Koehnen, 1035 Charles, said he bought the property about five years ago.
He said he is a contractor and the property was used for storage of equipment.
He said kids have torn the place apart but he is starting to clean up the debris.
He.said the property could be cleaned up in thirty days. He said he has the
contracts right here.
Council President Hozza asked Mr. Staffenson if this would be satisfactory to him
and if the Council were to approved the order today he asked how long before the
Public Works did the clean up.
Mr. Staffenson said the Public Works Department is about two weeks behind.
Councilwoman Butler moved the appeal be denied and Mr. Koehnen be given thirty
days to clean up the property at that time and should this not be accomplished
the work should be assigned to the Public Works Department.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Hearing and Resolution to consider the advisability of ordering the correction
or wrecking and removal of a building at 539-541 Laurel.
John Bishoff of 953 Ashland said he is in the process of obtaining a building
permit.
Mr. Tom Stroecher of the Building and Housing Code Division said he recognizes
Mr. Bishoff as owner of the building and that Mr. Bishoff has done a significant
work with the rehabilitation. He told Councilman Levine the building has been
secured to departmental satisfaction.
Councilman Levine moved that the matter be laid over sixty days to August 28th
for a progress report.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Hearing and Resolution to consider the correction or wrecking and removal at 454
Edmund.
Tom Stroecher of the Housing and Building Code Division said the house has been
broken into several times and there are significant piles of debris on the property.
He said the building is not fit for habitation. He said this action has been taken
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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57630.
\June 21st, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
to start demolition or to get rehabilitation.
Mr. Bob Thissen made a promise to clean up the property.
Myra Waldo of 766 Iglehart said she has applied for rehabilitation loan or grant
to fix up the house and she will know whether it has been accepted by the end of
the month. She said she is quite sure she will get it because the energy part of
the loan requirements have been approved.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the matter be continued two weeks to July 10, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273195.
Hearing and Resolution approving the street and Highway Plan as amended and
submitted by the Public Works Department.
Mr. James Bellus gave a presentation of the Streets and Highway Plan.
Samual Morgan of the Legal Firm of Briggs and Morgan said he is an active member
of the Planning and Development Commission and he directed his remarks to the
downtown aspect of the proposal. He said he supports the proposal for the
connection between Warner Road and the Arch Pennsylvania Right -of -Way. He said he
wished to emphasize several important advantages to have the Department of Public
Works proceed with the engineering aspects quickly. He said this would solve
the truck traffic problem in downtown, particularly the problem arising from many
trucks coming from the southwest. He noted particularly the grain trucks and the
piggy back trucks winding their way up through Sibley and thence through 8th and
the area to the north. He said if this can be corrected it would give a terrific
boost to the lowertown development. He said that with the removal of so many
railroad tracks a substantial amount of land will be available for commercial
and residential development and thus help the tax base.
Mr. Morgan made a plea for a prompt 35E EIS and he said this street and highway
plan would help in that controversy. He asked for immediate allocation of funds
to get the project off the drawing boards.
Donald Nygaard, Public Works Director, said the project is an 11 to 12 million dollar
project (this in response to a question from Councilwoman Butler). He said this is
a very recent project and arose from the investigation of the lowertown development
and the apparent heavy truck traffic. He said at this point they have made a top /
priority request to the CIB for a feasibility study. He said the point is that the
planning design matter and the land opportunity is a high priority item from the
department and the administration stand point.
Ms. O'Toole said District Council No. 17 supports the plan.
Bill Eiden, General Manager of Donaldsons Department Store, spoke as Chairman of the
Operation '85 Street and Traffic Committee. He said this group consists of people
who have more than a typical interest in the Oxford Project and their concern is that
when there are out of town visitors there might be a possibility of a problem because
of detours and construction that might get them discouraged and they might not come
back for five years. He said we have to give visitors the best that we can provide
in the way of conveniences and the by-pass will certainly be an improvement to
relief congestion in Downtown St. Paul.
Councilwoman Butler said the Department of Public Works recognizes this and its
calendar provides for acquisition in 1980 with completion in 1981. She said
Operation'85 would like to move the project calendar ahead.one year.
Kathy Zieman, 991 Jameson, submitted a petition of 22 names of persons concerned
with the impact of possible increased traffic on Front Street due to the projected
Port Authority proposal in connection with the Koppers Coke property site. She
noted there is a senior citizen highrise on Front Street and the businesses on
Front Street also are concerned from possible truck and commuter traffic and their
impact on the neighborhood. She asked if there would be a widening and improvement
of Front because of the development.
Ms. Zieman said also the DeCourcy Road is already congested. She said the project
is an asset but wants the Council to address its concerns to the Port Authority
and the Public Works to look to the possible effect on Front Street of the development
of the Koppers Coke site.
Emil Krizek of 98 E. Rose Avenue said Jackson is suppose to be a collector street
according to the map and it is being used as a truck route. He requested that
police be directed to tag people who are using the street as a truck route.
Mr. Krizek noted there is a sign saying no truck route.
Mr. Krizek also mentioned the possibility of increased truck traffic due to the
proposed Port Authority terminal warehouse in the area.
Council President Hozza noted the proposed warehouse is upcoming on a Port
Authority agenda and he requested Mr. Krizek to discuss his problems with Mr. Nygaard
of the Public Works Department and said that Mr. Nygaard would look into Mr. Krizek's
apprehensions with the Port Authority and the Traffic people.
Jerry LaCasse, President of District 11 Coalition and a resident at 1676 Van Buren, ,
said the Kasota Road and completion of the Transfer Road Project was a necessity and
a viable step to facilitating traffic and this will open the possibility of light
(Discussion continued to the following page).
Councilmen Levine and Maddox left the meeting at this point.
\June 21st, 1979. 57631
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
industrial development and District 11 is hopeful that the Port Authority will
proceed with its industrial development plans.
Jack Hawley of the lowertown development said he is in favor of the action to
begin to study the by-pass. He said the Lowertown Development Corporation is
this week going to contract for the design of the first major development in
lowertown and the truck traffic is a major problem and will significantly impact
on the plans for the area. He asked the Council to take early action to commit
its resources or direct the Public Works to take design steps immediately and
he noted the possibility of other public funds to help intheproject.
Ms. Geri Jenkins of District No. 12 supported the proposal and asked that4niversity
be requested to facilitate its efforts to get the monies available to them.
Councilwoman Butler moved.revision of the two maps on pages 15 and 23 in the street
and highway plan to show Thomas Avenue as a collector street between Snelling and
Fairview Avenues.& the 7th & 8th St. "switchback" be referred to the Public Works Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
It was noted the Public Works Committee will keep abreast of developments in
the Kasota-Front areas and watch for traffic impacts by projected Port Authority
redevelopment projects still to be formulated and the new Como High School.
C.F. No. 273045. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 25 of the St. Paul Administrative Code providing
for the prohibition of gifts to City Officers and Employees.
Laid over to June 28th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273196. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 64 of the Administrative Code pertaining to the
levying and collection of special assessments for local improvements and
increasing the interest rate from 6% to 8% per annum in Chapter 64.04,
Subdivision 1. (Finance Committee recommends approval).
Laid over to June 28th for Second Reading.
Claim of Peg Arne, 2345 Woodbridge Avenue, Roseville, Minnesota, filed on `
June 15, 1979, was read. /
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of J. D. Brigham by Attorney Lawrence D. Olson, Northern Federal Bldg.,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on June 15, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Bentura Garcia by Attorney Roger A. Christianson, 8th Floor, St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on June 13, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of General Accident Group, 4600 W. 77th St., Minneapolis, Minnesota, filed
on June 15, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Lori Prest, 4305 - 40th Avenue So., Minneapolis, Minnesota, filed on
June 18, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Notice of Hearing in the application of the Potlatch Corp. for a Solid Waste
Disposal Permit and a Variance for the operation of a solid waste disposal site
located in Carlton Co., Minnesota.
Filed.
Notice of Hearing from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency in the proposed
amendments to the rules granting an exemption for sparsely populated areas
from certain sanitary landfill operating standards.
Filed.
Notice of Hearing from the State Dept. of Corrections in proposed rules
establishing minimum standards for adult halfway houses and group foster
homes.
Filed.
Notice of Hearing from the State Pollution Control Agency in proposed adoption
of amendments relating to the control of the emissions of hydrocarbons.
Filed.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting the petition of the St. Paul
Jewish Community Center and the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad
Company for the vacation of a portion of Wheeler St. is in proper form.
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
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57632.
June 21st, 1979.
Letter of the Heritage Preservation Committee submitting the following sites
for consideration to designation as Heritage Preservation Sites:
St. Joseph's Academy
Burbank -Livingston -Griggs House
Alexander Ramsey House
Frank B. Kellogg House
Summit Terrace (F. Scott Fitzgerald Rowhouse)
Rochat Louise-Sauerwein Block
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the matter be referred to the City Development and
Transportation Committee.
Administrative Orders:
D 4941 - Payment from the Workers' Compensation Account of $3,657.50 to
Edward Bray, Dept. of Fire and Safety Services Employee.
D 4942 - Payment of $568.80 from the Worker's Compensation Account to
Gregory Miller, Dept. of Police Employee.
D 4943 - Payment of $1,181.25 from the Workers' Compensation Account to
John DeNoma, Dept. of Police Employee.
D 4944 - Payment of $1,463.03 to Gene P. Bradt for performance of legal services
arising from a Workman Compensation Claim of Verner Samuelson, Dept.
of Public Works Employee.
D 4945 - Addition of $980 to the contract for the Sewer Maintenance Bldg. at
419 Burgess.
D 4946 - Addition of $218.50 for removal of a tree at the Merriam Park Community
Bldg. Addition.
D 4947 - Addition of $224 for installation costs of rail water overflow scuppers
at the Merriam Park Community Center.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of the 1979-1980 Maintenance Labor
Agreements between the City of St. Paul and the ISD #625 and the Main Cities
Glaziers and Glass Workers Local 1324, employment for the period June 1, 1979
thru May 31, 1981 (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to June 28th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Administrative
and Procurement Assistant in Section 6, Grade 14, under the heading Professional
Administrative Group AND inserting its specifications in Section 49. (First
Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval) /
Laid over to June 28th for Second Reading and Adoption. /
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Vendor Assistance
Analyst in Section 6, Grade 5 under the heading "Professional -Administrative"
Group AND amending Section 49 by inserting its specifications. (First Reading;.
Finance Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to June 28th for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.E. No. 273197.
Resolution approving the application of the HRA for abatement of taxes and
assessments and cancellation of assessments as described in Property Taxation
Application No. 95374.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273198.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $10,037 from Contingent
Reserve -General to City Attorney -Salaries. (Funding for one additional Legal
Assistant II; Finance Committee recommends approval).
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273199.
Resolution transferring $15,000 from Contingent Reserve -General to Information
and Complaint Office. (Funding for one additional staff member and for telephone
and office expenses; Finance Committee recommends approval).
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273200.
Resolution transferring $8,818.18 for budget line item change for District 8
Planning Council. (Finance Committee recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273201.
Resolution transferring $1,000 from Contingent Reserve -General to Dept. of
Community Services -Division of Parks and Recreation; Investigation. (Funds to be
used for information leading to the apprehension of persons involved in the killing
of Kuma, a polar bear at Como Zoo)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
\ June 21st, 1979.
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C.F. No. 273202.
nts by the Mayor of persons as listed to the
Resolution approving appointme
St. Paul Housing and Rehabilitation Program Advisory Committee for terms
to expire on March 29, 1981. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273203.
nts by the Mayor of persons as listed to the
Resolution approving appointme
the Handicapped for terms commencing June 1, 1979
Mayor's Advisory Committee on
and ending May 31, 1981. yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273204.
Resolution approving payment of $22.87 to W. R. Seaberg and $412.13 to State Farm
Ins. Co. and Elaine Rademacher from the Tort Liability Fund in settlement of
their respective claims. yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273205.
Resolution approving assessment f a4,eBlock lidAnderson'steasement
Addn. ALSO atemporary
.and across part of Lots 1, 2, 3, and
construction easement on both sides of the above described easement AND setting date
of public hearing for July 24, 1979.
79.6 (Under P•O. 272612)
Adopted. Yeas
C.F. No. 273206. widening and extending Field /
Resolution approving assessment for the opening, ///
Ave. by taking permanent street easement over property as described ALSO
the condemning and taking an easement in the land necessary for slopes, cuts
and fills occasioned by the grading of proposed Field Ave. from Prior Ave. to
approximately 627 feet East AND setting date of public hearing for July 24, 1979.
(Under P.O. 272251) yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
Resolution relating to Residency Requirements for City Employees. (Legislative
Committee report accompanies resolution)
Councilman Maddox moved that the resolution be referred to the Civil Service
Commission. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 7 y
Council President Hozza said he has received communication from the Ramsey
County Bar Association that they have appointed three persons to work with the
Council on the appointment of a special investigator.
Councilman Maddox said this has been going on and on and asked why Council President
Hozza could not just meet with the Bar Association and bring the recommendation
back to the Council. He made a motion to that affect.
Council President Hozza pointed out that the committee may not get into the
business of appointments but rather just consider the matter of procedures.
Councilman Maddox moved that Council President meet with the Bar Association
and bring any recommendations back to the Council.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter moved that Councilman Maddox be excused from City Council
Meetings of July 5 and 6, 1979.- 6 Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas
Councilwoman Showalter moved that Yeas the meet
Adopted.
adjourned.
Nays - 0
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL.
10:00 A.M.
June 26th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:07 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Showalter, Maddox, Mr. Vice President Tedesco...4
Absent - Councilmen Butler, Levine, President Iiozza... 3
Hearing was held to consider the advisability and necessity of ordering the
correction or wrecking and removal of a structure at 623 Laurel Avenue.
Mr. Strohkirch of the Housing and Building Code Enforcement Department said this
matter was delayed for nire months in October of 1978 and the building is still
vacant and boarded with one opening and the recommendation of the department is
to proceed with condemnation.
Mr. Vice President Tedesco asked if anyone was present representing the owner
and no one appeared.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the City Attorney be requested to prepare the proper
resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of the structure.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Hearing was held to consider the petition of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority
for the vacation of parts of Andrew, Prescott and Morton Streets, parts of Brown
Avenue and parts of the alley in Block 15, West St. Paul Real Estate and Improvement
Syndicate Addition No. 2 and the alley in Block 33, Linse and Zimmerman's
Rearrangement of Blocks 33 and 34 of Brown and Jackson's Addition to West St. Paul.
A report of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending approval of the petition
subject to certain terms and conditions.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the City Attorney be requested to prepare the proper
resolution granting the petition.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Hearing was held on the petition of the City of St. Paul for the vacation of the
Old Hazel Park Pumping Station Site.
A letter of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending approval of the petition
subject to certain terms and conditions.
Jean King, 1174 Breen, filed a petition of twenty-four neighbors requesting that
the land remain a free and open walkway to Maryland Avenue.
At the question of the Council, Mr. Eggum said the vacation is requested by the
Water Department to release its interest in the property and the vacation won't
necessarily eliminate the walkway and it could be approved without a future sale.
Another lady appeared and referred to difficulties of handicapped people to get
to Maryland Avenue.
It was again noted that the vacation proceedings is the first step to release the
Water Department from the property and the future of the site could be decided at
a later date.
Councilwoman Bunt moved that the City Attorney be requested to prepare the proper
resolution granting the petition.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Hearing on the petition 'of James P. Snavely, et al, for the vacation of a portion
of So..Wheeler Street north of Morgan Avenue and adjoining Lot 1, Block 2, and
Lot 14', Block 1, Granport Addition.
A fetter of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending approval of the petition
subject to certain terms and conditions.
Mr. Snavely appeared in support of his petition and Mr. Vice President Tedesco noted
that there is opposition and the matter should receive a hearing one week from
today.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be laid over for one week to July1979.
3,
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
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FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of grading and paving. and constructing concrete curb and gutter and
storm sewer in California Avenue from Payne Avenue to Parkway Drive, under P.O. 272868.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that this order and the following three orders pertaining
to improvements on California Avenue be laid over for one week to July 3, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing a sanitary sewer in California Avenue from Payne
Avenue to Greenbrier St., under P.O. 272869.
Laid over to July 3, 1979.
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing a water main and water service connections on
California Avenue from Payne Avenue to Parkway Drive, under P.O. 272870.
Laid over to July 3, 1979.
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of condemning and taking an easement for slopes, cuts and fills
in connection with the improvement of California Avenue from Payne Avenue to
Parkway Drive, under P.O. 272871.
Laid over to July 3, 1979,
C.F. No. 273207. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of improving Summit Avenue from Syndicate Street to Griggs Street,
under P.O. 273051.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273208. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of improving Emerald St. from I.S. 94 Frontage Rd. to University
Avenue, under P.O. 273052.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Showalter moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspended to consider two resolutions
that appear later on the agenda and relate to Emerald Street.
Adopted.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273209.
Resolution approving Plans and Special Provisions for the improvement of Emerald
Street from I.S. 94 Frontage Rd. to University Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273210.
Resolution authorizing an agreement between the City of St. Paul and the City
of Minneapolis providing for the disposition of costs incurred in the improvement
of Emerald St. from I.S. 94 Frontage Rd. to University Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273211. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of condemning and taking an easement for slopes, cuts and fills
in connection with the improvement of the alley in Block 2, Como Addition, under
P.O. 272546.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Showalter moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273212. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of condemning and taking an easement in the land necessary for
slopes, cuts and fills for constructing new sidewalk on both sides of Hazel Street
from E. Nebraska Avenue to E. Montana Avenue, under P.O. 272585.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273084.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. N0. 16536.
An ordinance amending Ord. No. 16511 designating the First Baptist Church as a Heritage
Preservation Site.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
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C.F. No. 273085.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16537.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 16513 designating the Benjamin Brunson House as a
Heritage Preservation Site.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273086. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. N0. 16538.
An ordinance designating the St. Paul Public Library/James Jerome Hill
Reference Library as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273087.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16539.
An ordinance designating the McColl Bldg. as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273088.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16540.
An ordinance designating the Pioneer/Endicott-Midwest Bldg. as a Heritage
Preservation Site.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273089. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. N0. 16541.
An ordinance designating the St. Paul Bldg. as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Adopted.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273090.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16542.
An ordinance designating the Minnesota Museum of Art as a Heritage Preservation
Site. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 4
C.E. No. 273091.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16543.
An ordinance designating Landmark Center as a Herigage Preservation Site.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273092. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. N0. 16544.
An ordinance amending Chapter 410.05 of the St. Paul Legislative Code pertaining
to Bingo applications by deleting the review procedure required by the Fire Dept.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273213. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Section 54.15 (c) of the Legislative Code with respect to
wood frame multiple dwellings.
Laid over to July 3rd for Second Reading._
Report of Robert Piram, Community Services Department, concerning Residency
Requirements for Parks and Recreation employees. (Letter of Chairman of
Legislation Committee transmitting recommendation accompanies report).
Filed.
Claim of Richard M. Craig, 950 E. Ivy Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
June 21, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of John Albert Robinson by Attorney Thomas R. Hughes, 770 University Avenue,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on June 21, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Michael Munos, 822 So. Robert Street, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
June 20, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Order for Hearing from the District Court in the petition of Mt. Zion Hebrew
Congregation to vacate Mt. Zion Hebrew Cemetery Plat B.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting the petition of Edward J. Warn, et al,
for the vacation of parts of Como Addition and Wallraff's Como Place is in
proper form.
Filed.
C.F. No. 273214.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of the 1979-1980 Labor Agreements
between the City of St. Paul, ISD x/625, and the United Brotherhood' of Carpenters
and Joiners of Am., Twin City Carpenters District Council; employment for the
period May 19 1979 thru April 30,
eas 1981. (Second Reading0and Adoption)
Adopted.
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C.F. No. 273215.
Resolution granting Bingo Game licenses to Jewish War Veterans of the U.S.A.,
Inc. Post #162 and Arlington Booster Club.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273216.
Resolution urging the Metropolitan Sports Facility Commission to study, meet
and confer with the St. Paul Civic Center.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273217.
Resolution declaring Tuesday, June 26th, Phil Hall Day in St. Paul.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273218.
Resolution appointing Carolyn Rusch as special counsel in a discrimination
case entitled George R. Welles versus Metropolitan Transit Commission.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273219.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273220.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273221.
Resolution granting Building Contractor licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0 \
C.F. No. 273222.
Resolution granting Building Contractor licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273223.
Resolution imploring the President of the United States to offer shelter
and aid to the "boat people".
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273224.
Resolution authorizing execution of a Lease Agreement, a Short Form Lease and
a Limited Easement Agreement between the City of St. Paul and Olympia Brewing
Co. for land near the Swede Hollow Park. (To provide access for City vehicles to the
park).
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273225.
Resolution granting the appeal of Steve Kensy to a decision of the Board of Zoning
Appeals with regard to property at 427 Whitall St.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the meetinabeadjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 NNays - 0
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
June 27th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 9:10 A.M.
Present - Councilwomen Hunt, Showalter, Councilman Maddox, Mr. Vice President Tedesco ... 4
Absent - Councilwoman Butler, Councilman Levine, President Hozza... 3
Bingo Application - St. Paul Turner Women's Auxiliary, 408 Main Street, 51 periods.
(Lenore Seeger, President, and Mary Anne Wetschka, Manager, notified to attend.)
Councilman Maddox moved that the application be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Bingo Application - Harding Area Hockey Association, Inc., 1060 University Ave.,
51 periods. ( Lowell Larson, Vice President, and Donna M. Wing, Manager, notified
to attend.)
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the application be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273226.
Resolution granting Bingo Game Applications to Harding Area Hockey Association, Inc.
and St. Paul Turner Women's Auxiliary.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Application for an On Sale Wine License by Restaurant Marketing, Inc., 2260 Como Ave.,
doing business as Muffuletta. (Peter J. Mihajlov and Philip A. Roberts notified
to attend.)
Councilman Maddox moved that the application be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Application for the transfer of the Off Sale Liquor License issued to Chatsworth
Liquors, Inc. at 976 Grand Avenue to Friendly Spirits, Inc. at the same address.
(Frank B. and Nancy J. Martin notified to attend.)
Councilman Maddox moved that the application be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Application for a Private Club, Class C1 -Restaurant, Bingo Hall, Cigarette Vending
Machine Operator and Cigarette Licenses by Tanners Lake V.F.W. Post 8217 at 1795 E.
Seventh Street. (Richard J. Carroll, Senior Vice Commander, notified to attend.)
Councilman Maddox moved that the application be approved and the following resolution
was submitted.
C.F. No. 273227.
Resolution granting transfer of Bingo Hall License and Cigarette License from Loyal
Order of the Moose, St. Paul Lodge No. 40 at 1795 E. Seventh Street to Tanners Lake
V.F.W. Post 8217 at the same address and granting a Private Club License, Restaurant
License and Cigarette Vending Machine Operator Licenses to Tanners Lake V.F.W. Post
8217 at 1795 E. Seventh Street.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273142. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Section 311 of the Legislative Code by reducing the Entertainment
License Fee.
Laid over to July 5th for Final Adoption.
Public hearing on the Sauna and Motion Picture Theatre License issued to Linda M.
Spencer at 606 Rice Street, doing business as Cosmos Sauna. (Recommended for
revocation by the Division of License and Permit Administration.)
Ms. Linda Spencer appeared and said she did not notify her attorney in time to be
present for today's hearing.
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(Discussion continued from the previous page.)
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Garvey, Assistant City Attorney, said
due notice was given and Mr. Gray was aware of the hearing..and it was agreed that
the Council should proceed to hear evidence.
Mr. Garvey, Assistant City Attorney, introduced exhibit A, a copy of a letter of
Mr. Carchedi to Ms. Spencer setting forth the charges for the proposed revocation
of Sauna License at 606 Rice Street, exhibit B, a signed copy of the receipt for
certified letter setting forth the grounds of revocation, exhibit C, police reports
of September 15th, 1977, exhibit D, copy of sentence of Judge Otis Godfrey concerning
Cheryl Mann who was charged with prostitution at the Cosmos Sauna and exhibit E, a
copy of the police report of October 13th, 1977 concerning the prostitution charge
of Cheryl Mann.
Sergeant Bohn of the St. Paul Police Dept. was sworn in and answered questions of
Mr. Garvey concerning an investigation on prostitution at the sauna at 606 Rice
Street on June 1st, 1979.
President Tedesco asked if Ms. Spencer had any questions of Sergeant Bohn or had
anything to add to the proceedings and Ms. Spencer said she has nothing to add to
the proceedings.
Councilwoman Hunt and Councilman Tedesco suggested a continuance of the hearing to
allow time for the attorney for Ms. Spencer to appear if he so desires.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Ms. Spencer said the incident that we just
heard about did occur in the sauna.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the hearing be continued for two weeks to July 11th, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the
Adopted. Yeas - 2
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
June 28th 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Showalter, Maddox, Mr. Vice President Tedesco ... 4
Absent - Councilmen Butler, Levine, President Hozza...3
Mr. John Howley, Executive Director of the Lowertown Redevelopment Corporation,
reviewed the goals of the Lowertown Redevelopment Corporation and Mr. Weiming
Lu, Director of Urban Design, presented a slide presentation regarding Lowertown.
C.F. No. 273228.
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a structure at
1837 University Avenue.
Mr. Strohkirch of the Housing Code Division circulated pictures of the building
and said it has been fire damaged and boarded but it is dangerous because of
loose bricks and metal.
Mr. Vice President Tedesco asked if the owner or his representative was present
and no one appeared.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273045.. FINAL ADOPTION.
An ordinance amending Chapter 25 of the St. Paul Administrative Code providing for
the prohibition of gifts to City Officers and Employees.
Councilwoman Showalter said she is prepared to amend the ordinance or continue
it until Tuesday and after some discussion she moved that the ordinance be amended
by striking the $10.00 figure and inserting a $25.00 figure.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
The ordinance was laid over to July 5th for Final Adoption \
C.F. No. 273196. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 64 of the Administrative Code pertaining to the
levying and collection of Special Assessments for Local Improvements and increasing
the interest rate from 6% to 8% per annum in Chapter 64.04, Subdivision 1.
Laid over to July 3rd for Third Reading.
Resolution approving an offset of the NSP franchise fees revenue amount by the
Cable TV franchise fees. (Finance Committee informs that resolution will be
withdrawn by the author along with other NSP franchise ordinance matters).
Councilwoman Hunt withdrew the resolution along with four ordinances and an item
of discussion, all relating to the NSP franchise matter.
Letter of the Planning Staff recommending dates for public hearing to consider
the District 2 Plan.
The matter was ordered laid over to July 3rd 1979
Letter of the Planning and Economic Development Dept. Staff requesting that
Final Orders in the matter of improving the alley in Block 15, Smith's
Subdivision, under P.O. 272541 and P.O. 272542 be rescheduled for Council hearing.
(Matters were laid over indefinitely on March 20, 1979).
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the final orders be rescheduled.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Claim of Patricia Donovan, 2230 Carter Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
June 25, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co., 1500 West Highway 36,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on June 25, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
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Claim of Robert G. Heille, 1640 Iglehart, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on June 26,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of James T. McMahon and William McMahon by Attorney Ralph S. Parker, II,
838 Midland Bank Bldg., Minneapolis, Minnesota, filed on June 26, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Administrative Orders:
D 4948 - Amending established fair market value at 915 Woodbridge.
D 4949 - Addition of $2,744.15 to the Baker Community Center Project.
D 4950 - Approval of Workmens Compensation to John Kerbel, employee of
the Department of Community Services.
D 4951 - Approval to retain John Kenna to appraise real property to be
acquired for the Kellogg Bridge Replacement.
C.F. No. 273229.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of the 1979-1980 Maintenance Labor
Agreements between the City of St. Paul and the ISD 46625 and the Twin Cities
Glaziers and Glass Workers Local 1324, employment for the period June 1, 1979
thru May 31, 1981. (Second Reading and Adoption; Finance Comm. recommends approval).
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Administrative
and Procurement Assistant in Section 6, Grade 14, under the heading Professional
Administrative Group AND inserting its specifications in Section 49. (Second
Reading and Adoption; Finance Committee recommends approval).
Councilwoman Hunt said she will vote in favor of the resolution but with reluctance
because she is opposed to the policy of establishing assistants -to department heads
and other officials and Councilman Maddox also expressea agreement with Mrs. Hunt's
comment and said he would vote against the resolution.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the resolution be laid over until Tuesday, July 3,
when other Councilmen would be present.
Councilman Maddox indicated that he is against extending the bureaucracy and is
opposed to a continuance and to the resolution.
Roll call on the motion to lay the resolution over to July 3rd.
Yeas - 3 Nays - 1 (Maddox)
Motion failed of adoption.
Councilman Tedesco said he is also voting in favor of the resolution but with
reluctance.
Roll call on the resolution. Yeas - 3 Nays - 1 (Maddox)
Failed of adoption.
C.F. No. 273231.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Vendor
Assistance Analyst in Section 6, Grade 5, under the heading "Professional -Admin-
istrative" Group AND amending Section 49 by inserting its specifications. (Second
Reading and Adoption; Finance Committee recommends approval).
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Resolution approving the 1979-1080 Maintenance Labor Agreements between the city,
Independent School District No. 625 and Bricklayers Local No. 1. (Employment
for the period May 1, 1979 thru April 30, 1981; First Reading)
Laid over to July 5th for Second Reading and Adoption_
Resolution approving the 1979-1980 Maintenance Labor Agreements between the city,
Independent School District No. 625 and the Cement Masons Local 560. (Employment
for the period May 1, 1979 thru April 30, 1981; First Reading).
Laid over to fuly 5th for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.F. No. 273232.
Resolution transferring $9,028 in the 1979 Budget from Contingent Reserve -General
to Dept. of Community Services -Como Zoo. (To provide funds for one full time
and one part time watchman at the Como Zoo; Finance Committee recommends approval).
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273233.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $79,392.50 from Contingent
Reserve -General to City Hall and Courthouse Maintenance -Transfer or Contribution
to Special Fund. (Provide funding for remodeling offices; Finance Committee
recommends approval).
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays 0
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C.F. No. 273234.
ing Citizen Participation Budgets. (Finance Committee recommends
Resolution approv
approval). yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273235.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget by transferring $300,000 from Contingent
Reserve to Winter Street Maintenance. (Finance Committee recommends app
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273236.
Resolution authorizing execution of a Fire Service Agreement with the City o
Lauderdale.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273237.
Resolution authorizing the execution of an agreement with the Minnesota State
of the KCTA Parking Lot. (ancillary parking facilities
Fair Board for a one day lease
for Beach Boys` Concert) yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273238. ng
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C.F. No. 273239.
On Sale Malt Beverage License to the Midway Lions
Resolution granting temporary
at 1681 Grand Avenue. yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273240.
Resolution granting Tavern License to Schernbeck, Inc. at 368 Jackson St.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273241.
Resolution granting transfer of Gas Station License from Donald P. Coffey
at 923 Randolph Avenue to Kerry Olson ,at the same
Naaddress.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273242.
Resolution granting license to St. Paul Yellow Cab Co., Inc. to operate one
taxicab.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273243.
Resolution recognizing the discriminatory employment practices of the J. P -
Stevens Co. and instructing the Purchasing Dept. to review and investigate
suppliers of cloth products for compliance to the City's Little Davis
Bacon ordinance.
Councilwoman Showalter reviewed the practices of the J. P. Stevens Co. and Jam
Mangen, representing the Textile Workers, said a number of cities around the country
have passed similar resolutions and he urged adoption of the resolution in support
of the J. P. Stevens workers. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Mr. Jim Bellus, Planning Administrator, and Mr. Orm of the Metropolitan Council Staff
appeared and explained the status and proposed timetable on the I -35E Enviuestionsl
Impact Statement Process and Mr. Bellus said if the Council has specific q
or concerns he can work with the Councilmen individually or as a group.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be recessed to 11:00 A.M. on Friday, June
29, 1979. Nays - 0 (11:05 A.M.)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Y
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June 29th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The recessed meeting was reconvened by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 11:03 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Mr. Vice President Tedesco ... 5
Absent - Councilwoman Butler, President Hozza...2
C.F. No. 273244.
Resolution accepting bid and approving sale of $4,865,000. General Obligation
Improvement Bonds, Series 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273245.
Resolution accepting and approving sale of $2,655,000. General Obligation Water
Pollution Abatement Bonds, Series 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273246.
Resolution approving tax levy in connection with the sale of $4,865, 000. General
Obligation Improvement Bonds, Series 1979. \
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273247.
Resoltuion approving tax levy in connection with the sale of $2,655,000. General
Obligation Water Pollution Abatement Bonds, Series 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco asked to be excused on Thursday, July 5th, 1979 and Friday,
July 6th, 1979 and Councilman Maddox moved that the request be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 5
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
\ July 3rd, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza ... 6
Absent - Councilwoman Butler...l
Public Hearing on the Redevelopment Plan for Community Development Prograani Year
ed V.
Mr. Jim Hart of the City Attorney's Staff appeared and outlined and exp
program. eared and the following
President Hozza asked if anyone wanted to be heard and no one app
resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273248.
Resolution approving Redevelopment Plan Community Development Program Year V.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Hearing was held on the petition of James P. Snavely and others for the vacation of
a portion of South Wheeler Street north of Morgan Avenue.
Mr. Eggum of the Valuation Engineer's Office said the office would like to revise
the compensation involved to $7,000 and he said this is based on new information
received on surrounding values.
Joe Mast, attorney representing property owners to the south of the area, referred
to
parking, and to inadequate compensation
o new townhouses constructed, to inadequa
for the property involved.
Mr. Snavely appeared and said the street is ungraded and wooded and they would like
to buy the property and construct a double home. He said he bought two lots a year
ago on the same street for $7,000 each and that is the basis for revised compensation.
to appear and no one else appeared.
President Hozza asked if anyone else wanted
Councilman Maddox moved approval of etition the tionn accor
nd sheasaiddcewtheretisfnoeotherrluseion.
Councilwoman Hunt said she will support
of the property proposed by the City. \
Roll call on the motion. Nave - 2 (Councilmen Levine & Tedesco)
Motion failed of adoption.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the vote
reconsidered
and t was agreedathatt the
matteruch ambe laid
must
over until all Councilpersons were present
and come from the prevailing side.
Councilman Tedesco moved that the motion be reconsidered and laid over until all
Councilpersons are present.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza said the hearing has been completed and he suggested that the
matter be laid over until July 12th at which time a more specific date could be
determined.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be continued to July 12th.
Adopted. Yeas -
Hearing was held on the petition of Summit State Bank of Phalen Park and others
for the vacation of part of the alley between Block 4, Nilsson's Subdivision and
Block 4, Hendricks Acre Lots No. 2.
Mr. Elias M said he has property abutting Scherer's Lane and
heda kedlfor the on
specific location of the property involved and Mr. Eggum exp use.
a map and said Public Works has agreed tcition o
that thpproperty
uld be filednot
needed for alley vacate the remainder
Councilwoman Hunt noted that another pe
of the alley involved.
Councilman Tedesco said he was a member of the board of directors at the bank but
is no longer in that position and he was informed by the City Attorney that there
would be no problem in voting on this matter.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the petition subject to the terms and
conditions recommended by the
Yealuat�ion Engineer.
Nays - 0
Adopted.
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Hearing was held on the petition of Eleanor C. Lyons, and others, for the vacation
of the alley in Block 14, Kittson's Addition.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the petition subject to the terms and conditions
recommended by the Valuation Engineer.
Adopted.
Nays -
Adopted. Yeas -
Hearing was held on the petition of Northern States Power Co. for the vacation of the
alley in Block 4, Snelling Park Addition.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the petition subject to the terms and conditions
recommended by the Valuation Engineer.
Adopted.
Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas -
C.F. No. 273249. FINAL ORDER. constructing concrete curb and gutter and
In the matter of grading and paving,
construct storm sewer in California Avenue from Payne Avenue to Parkway Drive,
under P.O. 272868. (Discussion applies to next three orders also).
Mr. Mateyka said the improvement between Greenbrier and Parkway Drive is being
e
tion of all the property owners except one
done without a petition and he has a peti
in opposition.
Mr. Larson appeared and spoke in favor of the entire improvement
mand she referred to
Mrs. Mateyka said she represents all the people in opposition
the need for fences and stop signs because of trl and there involvebeen extensive
d.
Councilwoman Hunt said she will support appoya
discussion on this project and it was approved by the District Council and the
Public Works Committee.
oval of this order andthe followingthree
Adopted.ee orders.
Councilman Maddox moved apprYeas - 5 y
C.F. No. 273250.
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing a sanitary sewer in California Avenue from Payne
Avenue to Greenbrier Street, under -P5 P.O.
272869•Yeas Nays - 1 (Tedesco)
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273251. FINAL ORDER.
\
In the matter of constructing water main and water service connections in \
California Avenue from Payne Yeasue 5 Parkway Drive,under- 1 (Tedesco)870.
Adopted.
FINAL ORDER.
C.F. No. 273252.
In the matter of condemning and taking an easement for slopes, cuts and fills
in connection with the improvement of California Avenue from Payne Avenue to
Parkway Drive, under P.O. 272871• Nays - 1 (Tedesco)
Adopted. Yeas - 5
C.F. No. 273253.
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of grading, paving and constructing conceret curb and gutter in
Germain Court from Case Avenue to approximately 270 feet north, under P.O. 273116.
Council President Hozza asked if anyone wanted to be heard on this
order or the
following three orders pertaining to Germain Courtand no one app
Councilman Maddox moved that Yeas rhe deers be approved.Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273254.
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of condemning and taking an easement for slopes, cuts and fills
in connection with the grading of Germain Court from Case Avenue to
approximately 270 feet north,
Yunder
eas - 6.0. 273117• Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.E. No. 273255.
FINAL ORDER.in
In the matter of constructing a sanitary
and 270sfeet north, underewer service nPe01O273118.
Germain Court from Case AvenuYeas to approximately
roximatel y Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273256.
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of installing water main in GermainNaysrt,0under P.O. 273119.
Adopted. Yeas - 6
FINAL ORDER-
In the matter of grading and paving, constructing concrete curb and gutter,
facilities and constructing water
constructing storm sewer and storm water drainage
and sewer service connections on Winthrop Circle from Boxwood Avenue to cul-de-sac
and Boxwood Avenue from Winthrop Circle to McKnight Rd., under P.O. 273112.
(Discussion includes next three final orders)
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Toni Baker, 1989 North Park Drive and representing the District 1 Community
Council, said they adopted a resolution supporting the residents on Boxwood against
the improvements. She said they also object to this hearing date and to the fact
that no notification was given to the District Council and to some of the residents
on Boxwood and she said they ask that Mr. Leonard correct some of the problems that
now exist.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matters be referred to the Public Works Committee.
Mr. Leonard appeared and said he has done considerable work to improve runoff.
Linda Anderson said they live on Boxwood and have information and pictures but will
submit them to the Public Works Committee.
John Tomlinson, 799 So. Winthrop, said the original proposal did not include Boxwood
Avenue and the improvement of Boxwood is not needed for Mr: Leonard's development
and the drainage on other streets should also be investigated.
Mr. Bob Elm expressed concern to the change of easement on his property and said the
action will add to the sevem drainage problem.
A resident at 22 Marillac Lane also referred to severe drainage problems and said
they think this development will cause further problems.
A resident at 2233 Boxwood urged that additional people be notified of the Public
Works Committee Meeting.
Councilman Hozza said he thinks the Public Works Committee could work with Ms. Baker
on the notification of residents involved.
Councilman Maddox moved that the orders be laid over for four weeks to July 31st,
1979 and be referred to the Public Works Committee for recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of acquiring an easement for sewer purposes over part of Lot 8,
Block 1, St. J-seph's Hill and condemning an easement for slopes, cuts and fills
in connection with the improvement of Winthrop Circle from Boxwood Ave. to
cul-de-sac and Boxwood Ave. from Winthrop Circle to McKnight Rd., under P.O. 273113.
Laid over to Jud 31st and referred to the Public Works Committee for recommendation.
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing sanitary sewer in Winthrop Circle from Boxwood Ave.
to cul-de-sac AND in platted easement to Leonard Court, under P.O. 273114.
Laid over to July 31st and referred to the Public Works Committee for recommendation.
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of installing a public water main in Boxwood Ave. from a point 297 \
feet west of the centerline of McKnight Rd. to Winthrop Circle AND in Winthrop
Circle from Boxwood Ave. to the Winthrop Circle cul-de-sac, AND in a platted
easement from Winthrop Circle to Leonard Court, under P.O. 273115.
Laid over to July 31st and referred to the Public Works Committee for recommendation.
C.F. No. 273257. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of installing water main in Chelmsford St. from Commonwealth Ave.
to approximately 150 feet south of Commonwealth Avenue, under P.O. 273110.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273258. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of installing water main on Winona St. from Stickney St. to
approximately 140 feet east of Stickney St., under P.O. 273111.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Showalter moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273196. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 64 of the Administrative Code pertaining to the
levying and collection of Special Assessments for Local Improvements and increasing
the interest rate from 6% to 8% per annum in Chapter 64.04, Subdivision 1.
Laid over to July 10th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273213. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Section 54.15 (c) of the Legislative Code with respect
to wood frame multiple dwellings.
Laid over to July 5th for Third Reading._
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the rules be suspended to consider a resolution not
on the agenda which was approved by the Finance Committee yesterday.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273259.
Resolution making certain allocations and reallocations of Below Market Interest
Rate Home Mortgage Loan Funds.
Adopted. Yeas 6 Nays - 0
Report of the Public Works Committee recommending approval of the petition of
Cynthia A. urman at 2367 Pearl St. requesting that her private house sewer
connection be taken over as a public sewer.
Councilman Maddox moved that the City Attorney be requested to prepare the proper
resolution or ordinance approving the recommendation of the Public Works Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Letter of the Plaay, AAugusng tt7th orcTuesday1,gJuly 17th tohearing
considerdate
approvalTuesday,
July 31, Tuesday, August
the District 2 Plan.
Councilwoman Showalter moved that a hearing date be established for July 31st at
7:30 P.M. at a place to be deteermined to consider Nthe District 2 Plan.
Adopted.
Councilwoman Hunt asked to be excused from Council from August 2nd to t—.gust 9th.
Councilwoman Showalter asked to be excused from Council August 21st, 22nd, and 23rd.
Councilman Tedesco moved thatYethe as requests be granted.ays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Maddox moved that Councilw6oman Butler be excused from Council indefinitely.
Adopted. Yeas -
It was noted that a request has been received to hold a public hearing date
on
August 2nd, 7th, or 9th at the regular City Council Meeting to consider approval
of the District 7 Plan.
a hearing date be established for August 2nd at the
Councilman Maddox moved that
regular 10 o'clock City Council Meeting. Nays - 0
Adopted.
Claim of Darlene Audrey Neppl, 610 North Fairview, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
June 29, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Jean and John Liebgott, 3930 Highland Drive, Shoreview, Minnesota,
filed on June 29, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Alesia Pryor by Betty Elmore, versus the
City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a date of hearing for July 31, 1979
to consider the petition of St. Paul Jewish Community Center and the Chicago,
Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad Co. for the vacation of a portion of
Wheeler St.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the recommendation. Nays - 0
Adopted.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing date of July 31,
1979 to consider the petition of Richard Kuehlwein and Gary Johnson for the
vacation of a portion of Cottage Ave.
Councilman Maddox moved approval f the recommendation. 0
Adopted.
Resubmitted petition to rezone Lots 10 and 11, Sahlgaard's Subdivision of Lot 55,
Como Villas.
Referred to the Finance Department for recheck as to sufficiency.
Appeal of Prairie Chicken, Inc. to a decision of the Board of Zoning Appeals
affecting property at the southeast corner of White Bear Avenue and Old Hudson Rd.
Councilman Tedesco moved thatYthe eas date of hearing
N a set Ofor August 2nd, 1979.
Adopted.
Administrative Orders:to ee of Dept.
D4952 - Approval of Workers' Compensation to Robert Winkel, emp y
of Public Works.
D4953 - Approval of Workers' Compensation to Francis Wirl, employee of City Hall
and Court House Commission.
D4954 - Approval of Workers' Compensation award to James H. Taylor, employee
of the Dept. of Public Works.
(Administrative Orders continued to the following page).
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(Administrative Orders continued from the previous page).
D4955 - Contract time change for the construction of two skyway pedestrian
bridges from Donaldson's Dept. Store.
D4956 - Addition of $182.40 to contract for construction of skyway pedestrian
bridge over Wabasha St. from Wabasha Ct. to Dayton's.
D4957 - Contract time change for the construction of a skyway pedestrian bridge
over Sibley St. from Mears Pk. to Park Swuare Court.
D4958 - Addition of $2,895.00 to contract for improvement of University Ave.
and sidewalk improvements.
D4959 - Deduction of $2,200.00 in contract for construction of skyway pedestrian
bridge over St. Peter St. from St. Joseph's Hospital to new Gallery Bldg.
C.E. No. 273260.
Resolution consenting to the appointment by the Mayor of Stephen Wellington to
the position of Administrative Aide III.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273261.
Resolution approving continuance of the appointment of Rochelle Wright to the
position of Administrative Aide.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273262.
Resolution concurring in the request of Operation 85 for a ninety day study
period to develop alternative financial and management plans for the implementation
of the Downtown People Mover Project.
Councilman Maddox asked if provision has been made to receive alternative plans
and President Hozza said he does not believe the resolution precludes that and the
City Clerk could write a letter to that affect.
Roll call on the resolution. Yeas - 5 Nays - 1 (Hunt)
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273263.
Resolution authorizing payment out of Tort Liability Fund of $65.55 to
Kathy Ellering, $10.35 to Harold Smith, $87.00 to Stuart Applebaum and $350.00
to Thomas E. Moore all in full settlements of claims for damages.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273264.
Resolution authorizing payments out of Tort Liability Fund of $84.80 to
Richard A. Glassman, $57.86 to Clara C. Tschida, $127.00 to David R. Johnson
and $516.35 to State Farm Ins. Co. and Jerry W. Kaufmann in full settlements of
claims for damages.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273265.
Preliminary Order for the acquisition of part of Lot 8, Block 1, Kaufhold's
Addn. for a storm ponding area AND setting date of public hearing for July 31, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273266.
Preliminary Order for the installation of a water main in Wyoming St. from
Stickney St. to 150 feet east of Stickney St. AND setting date of public hearing
for July 31, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273267.
Preliminary Order for the grading and paving of Doswell from Berry St. to
Trunk Highway #280 AND setting date of public hearing for July 31, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273268.
Preliminary Order for the condemning and taking an easement in the land necessary
for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the grading and paving of Doswell Ave.
from Berry St. to T.H. 280 AND setting date of hearing for July 31, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273269.
Preliminary Order in the matter of installing a Public Water Main on Russell
St. from York Ave. to 95 feet south of York Avenue AND setting a date of
hearing for August 7, 1979.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
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C.F. No. 273270.
Resolution approving assessment in the matter of the Cherokee -Ottawa Storm
Sewer System under P.O. 265572 AND setting a date of hearing for August 7, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273271.
Resolution approving assessment in the matter of Summary Abatements for the
period of Dec. 1, 1978 thru March 31, 1979 AND setting a date of hearing for
August 7, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273272.
Resolution approving assessment for.Boarding-Up and Demolition for the period
of Dec. 1, 1978 thru March 31, 1979 AND setting a"date of hearing for August 7, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273273.
Resolution granting the petition of Independent School District No. 625 and the
HRA for the vacation of part of Ashland Ave. near Grotto St.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273274.
Resolution authorizing payment of $1,250 to Matthew A. Morelli for granting
of the permanent easement for street purposes for parts of Lot 24 and 25,
Block 2, Robert Ware's Eastern Heights Addn.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273275.
Resolution releasing a temporary construction easement acquired for the Dale St.
Widening under C.F. No. 270113.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273276.
Resolution granting transfer of Off Sale Liquor License, Original Container,
Off Sale Malt Beverage and Cigarette licenses from Chatsworth Liquors, Inc.
at 976 Grand Avenue to Friendly Spirits, Inc. at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273277.
Resolution granting On Sale Wine license to Restaurant Marketing, Inc. at
2260 Como Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273278.
Resolution granting Sunday On Sale Liquor licenses to Clayton Club, Inc. and
Lucky Lanes, Inc.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273279.
Resolution granting various licenses as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273280.
Resolution granting various licenses as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter moved that final adoption of an ordinance C.F. No. 273045
amending Chapter 25 of the Administrative Code providing for the prohibition of
gifts to City Officers and employees, which is scheduled for adoption on July 5th
be laid over until Tuesday, July 10th.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting a adjourned.`
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0 /
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
"'I\, 10:00.A.M.
July 5th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Showalter, Levine, President Hozza... 4
Absent - Councilmen Butler, Maddox, Tedesco...3
Hearing was held on the appeal of John T. Finley to a decision of the Planning
Commission concerning a special condition use permit issued to Alternative Homes,
Inc. at the northeast corner of Albemarle Street and Maryland Avenue.
Mr. Lawrence Jung of the Planning Staff reviewed the matter and outlined the
considerations given by the Current Planning and Zoning Committee, the Planning
Commission and the Board of Zoning Appeals and he explained the site and referred
to the concerns of residents in the area.
Mr. John Finley, Ramsey County Commissioner representing District 3 which encompasses
this area, said Rice and Maryland is one of the most heavy commercial traffic areas
in St. Paul and he said the lot under question is too small with only a 62 foot
depth and although it meets the requirements of the zoning code he doesn't think
the code anticipated 15 people occupying a lot 80 x 62 feet. He expressed concern
about traffic at the corner and said he feels it would be dangerous to the children
involved and he said Mr. Rod is an excellent program director and the appeal relates
strickly to the location. He outlined the various comments that were made at the
Current Planning, Planning Commission, and Board of Zoning Appeals Meetings and
said the Division of Health has extensive requirements that would be difficult to
meet with the existing structure.
Representative Tom Osthoff, 766 W. Maryland, said he is concerned that the
same people who voted on the application then voted on the appeal and he said he
thinks the building and the yard is bad and the state has not yet licensed the \
operation. He said he is not against the program but he doesn't think this is
a good facility or a good place for it and the neighborhood is upset and he hopes
the Council gives them consideration and he feels there must be a better location.
Red Vanek, representing the North End Businessmen, said they don't feel the
location is good for this facility.
Joseph Prifil said he is a firm believer in the program but he doesn't think the
building is suitable and it is dilapidated and would need more then $5,000 to
$15,000 to rehabilitate. He said the play facilities adjacent to the building
are also adjacent to Maryland Avenue which is a high generator of traffic and he
said the location is ideal for elderly people and he referred to two foster homes
in the area.
Hugo Masanz representing the North End Improvement Club said they voted unanimously
in opposition to the appeal.
Ms. Mitsch appeared and referred to a considerable amount of traffic problems on
Maryland Avenue.
George Bohl, 115 W. Rose, said he thinks the cost to rehabilitate the property
would be more than a new structure and he said there is no yard space or proper
living facilities. and it is entirely inadequate.
Pat Sweeney, Attorney for Alternative Homes, Inc., said it is undisputed that
the criteria of the zoning code have been met and the state and city would have to
inspect before occupancy. He said no facts have been presented on traffic on
Maryland Avenue and.nothing has been presented that the program is unfit and the
application should not be denied.
Mr. Rod said they would like children between the ages of 6 and 13 and about 20
percent of the children usually have neurological problems. He said the children
would not be locked up and he has agreed to construct a fence and he has run
similar programs with smaller yards.
At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Rod explained the school program in the home
and said they had been asked to provide five additional off street parking spaces
and they don't anticipate more than seven cars at one time.
Theresa Koch referred to parking problems on Albemarle Street and said it is difficult
at this time to find a parking spot and the traffic is also heavy. She said the
building is not conducive to this operation and the yard is not large enough and
the parking is ridiculous.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Fred Schmidt, 1249 Rice Street, said there is no parking in the area and no
place for children to play.
in favor of the proposal and said he supports
Leon Oman, 1243 Galtier, spoke
community based treatment facilities and the facility should be judged by the
State Department of Public Welfare and he suggested approval of a modified permit
to satisfy the fears of the community.
A resident at 1183 Rice Street said District 6 voted against this proposal
because of the wishes of the neighbors and he referred to a dangerous traffic
situation on Rice Street.
Mrs. Ficocello, 1187 Rice Street, said they are also concerned about children
and she referred to programs of the V.F.W. for children.
Councilman Hozza asked if anyone else wanted to be heard and no one appeared and
the public hearing was ordered closed.
At the question of Councilwoman Showalter, Mr: Byrne Assistant City Attorney,
explained the matter that is before the City (,ouncil and Councilwoman Hunt said it
is a complicated procedure and some of the questions should be set but in writing.
Councilman Levine said that after hearing comments today he is sympathetic to the
program but he believes the comments of the people are valid. He said there is
congestion of traffic which could be hazardous to children and he also feels the
size of the facility is not adequate to handle the program and the size of the yard
is not adequate and the yard would be shortened by additional parking spaces. He
said he feels there would be additional congestion inside and outside of the building
and he will support the appeal and he thinks there are better locations and this is
not the proper location.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Byrne said the zoning code requires one
member of the Planning Commission to be a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Byrne said the code requires that a public
hearing be held by the Council thirty days after receipt and this has been done
and the code does not prevent a continuance of the decision.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the matter be laid over to July 24th and President
Hozza said the public hearing is closed and on July 24th the Council will not
entertain public comments unless there are specific questions.
Roll call on the motion.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273213. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Section 54.15 (c) of the Legislative Code with respect
to wood frame multiple dwellings.
Laid over to July 12th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273142.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. N0. 16545.
An ordinance amending Section 311.02 (2) of the Legislative Code amending the fee
for an entertainment license.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273181.- FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Section 438.07 (a) of the Legislative Code to permit
possession of regulated beverages on streets and in parks under certain circumstances.
Laid over to fuly 12th for Second Reading.
Claim of Jeff Hutton, 1673 Margaret, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on July 2, 19792
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Resubmitted petition of Leo Gadbois to rezone part of Lots 9, 10, and 11, Block
16, Woodland Park Addition.
tment for recheck as to sufficiency.
Referred to the Finance Depar
Administrative Orders:
D 4960 - Establishment of Fair Re -use Values on various parcels.
D 4961 - Increasing maximum compensation to John R. Turpin for surveying
services for HRA.
of school flasher signals at the intersection
D 4962 - Authorizing removal
of Pelham Blvd. and Doane Ave. petitions for various
D 4963 - Authorizes HRA officials to execute rezoning p
parcels in District 12.
C.F. No., 273282.
Resolution approving the 1979-1980 Maintenance Labor Agreements between the City,
Independent School District No. 625 and Bricklayers Local No. I. (Second Reading
and Adoption.) yeas - 4 Nays- 0
Adopted.
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C.F. No. 273283.
Resolution approving the 1979-1980 Maintenance Labor Agreements between the
City, Independent School District No. 625 and the Cement Masons Local 560.
(Second Reading and Adoption)Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules and inserting the title Administrative
Development in Section 3.K, Grade 22, Professional -
Manager -Planning and Economic ing its specifications in Section 32.
Administrative Supervisors Group AND insert
(First Reading -Recommended for approval by the Finance, Management and Personnel
Committee)
Laid over to July 12th for Second Readin .
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the present and inserting
new specifications for the title Service Worker II in Section 32. (First
Reading -Recommended for approval by the Finance, Management and Personnel Committee)
Laid over to July 12th for Second Readin .
C.F. No. 273284.
Resolution authorizing acceptance of an LEAA grant in the amount of $192,182 from
the Minnesota Crime Control Planning Board for the project known as St. Paul
Neighborhood Team Policing to be matched by $10,677 in state funds and $117,808
in local funds.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.E. No. 273285.
City Officials to execute an agreement with the
Resolution authorizing proper
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board for the creation of an administration -
management comaittee to oversee the operations of the wood utilization and disposal
center for the disposal of diseased shade trees. Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273286.
Resolution granting various licenses
censes4as listed. Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273287.
Resolution granting various licenses as listed.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilwoman Hunt said she has received a resolution appointing persons to the
Citizens Budget Advisory Committee and she believes thereis no y urgencyexcept
that the Council wanted the appointments from the mayorb Jul 3rd, \
It was agreed that the matter should be placed on the Tuesday, July 10th, agenda.
Councilman Hozza said he has received a request to set a date of hearing for
July 24th, 1979 at 10 A.M. to consider the submission of an Urban Development
Action Grant in connection with the renovation of the St. Paul Hotel.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that adate 4f hearing beNscheduled as recommended.
Adopted. Yeas
Councilman Hozza asked to be excused from Council on July 17th, 18th, and 19th, 1979
and Councilwoman Hunt moved that the srequest be granted.
Adopted.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the rules be suspended to consider a resolution not
on the agenda. yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273288.
Resolution consenting to the appointment by the Mayor of Roger Christianson,
1510 Summit Avenue, to the Citizen Advisory Committee on Cable Communication,
said appointment to fill the unexpired term held by Richaard Cohen.
Adopted.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
J 0 U R AT 1:45 A.M.
Counc 1 Pre dent
AT Copies sent to Council
Minutes approved by Council
City Clerk.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
July 10th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza ... 6
Absent - Councilwoman Butler...1
Hearing was held on a resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal
of a structure at 454 Edmund Avenue.
Myra Waldo said she is purchasing the property and has a letter of intent from the
Planning and Economic Development Department for a $5,000 grant for health and
safety items and she said she is in the process of getting things done.
Mr. Strohkirch of the Building Department said the property should remain vacant
until certain requirements are met.
Councilwoman Hunt suggested that the hearing be continued for one or two weeks to
allow the owner to meet with the Building Department to take care of necessary items.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Ms. Waldo said she has someone occupying the
property and intends to start work within the next week or two but would need thirty
days to get started with rehabilitation.
Councilman Hozza noted for the record a letter of the Thomas Dale District Planning
Council requesting no delay in condemnation proceedings and he also noted a copy
of the report of the Planning and Economic Development Department on the $5,000 grant.
Ms. Morris, organizer for District 7, said they think the property might be deemed
not rehabitable.
,000 grant shows that Ms. Waldo is trying to rehabilitate
A man appeared and said the $5
the property.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be continued for three weeks to July 31st. \
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273045. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. N0. 16546.
An ordinance amending Chapter 25 of the St. Paul Administrative Code providing
for the prohibition of gifts to City Officers and Employees.
Councilwoman Showalter referred to problems in other cities that make this ordinance
even more important.
Councilman Maddox asked if the ordinance is more restrictive for employees then
it is for elected officials and Mr. Starr said he believes the ordinance is equal
with employees and elected officials and the difference from the state law is that
the state requires proof of intent while the ordinance only requires receipt of a
gift.
Roll call on the ordinance.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273196. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. N0. 16547.
An ordinance amending Chapter 64 of the Administrative Code pertaining to the
levying and co -lection of Special Assessments for Local Improvements and increasing
the interest rate from 6% to 8% per annum in Chapter 64.04, Subdivision 1.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Claim of Como Community Council District 10, 1339 North Pascal Avenue, St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on July 3, 1979, was read.
Councilman Maddox asked if the claim also went to the state and other municipalities
and Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks a policy is involved and maybe the claim
shouldn't just be referred to the City Attorney.
Mr. Starr, City Attorney, suggested referral to the City Attorney for review but
with a return to the City Council for a policy decision.
Councilwoman Hunt said we should also look at other similar requests and get a
report on the background of this matter from the citizen participation coordinator.
Councilman Maddox moved that the claim be referred to the City Attorney for review
working with the citizen participation coordinator.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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Claim of Anthony and Mary Ann George by Attorney Daniel B. O'Leary, Suite 300,
Minnesota State Bank Bldg., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on July 5, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Michael Ray, 949 W. Nebraska Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
July 3, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mrs. Richard Sternquist, 1710 Race St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
July 6, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Ray Neudauer, 2931 W. Owasso Blvd., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
July 5, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Petition of HRA to rezone to P-1 Parking, Lots 10 and 11, Block 81, St. Anthony
Park at 2330-2338 Long Avenue.
Referred to the Finance Department for check as to sufficiency.
Petition of HRA to rezone to B-2 Community Business, Lots 1, 2, and 3, Hoard's
Sub. of Lot 19, Hewitt's Outlots at 2362-2380 Territorial Rd.
Referred to the Finance Department for check as to sufficiency.
Petition of HRA to rezone to I-1 Industrial, Lots 19 and 20, Block 83, St. Anthony
Park at 2277-2279 Ellis and 2273 Long.
Referred to the Finance Department for check as to sufficiency.
Petition of HILA to rezone to RM -2 Multi -Family, Lots 9 and 10, Block 82,
St. Anthony Park at 2325-2345 Ellis Avenue.
Referred to the Finance Department for check as to sufficiency.
C.F. No. 273289.
intment of eleven persons to serve on the 1979
Resolution approving the appo
Citizens Budget Advisory committee.
eas - 6 Plays - 0
Adopted.
Councilwoman Hunt asked who will put the committee into motion and what are the
expectations of the committee and after some discussion Councilman Maddox moved
that the Council President call together the committee for its first meeting with
the understanding that they would theen elect their ownNays-chairman.
Adopted. Yeas
C.F. No. 273290.
Resolution approving the appointment by the Mayor of Michael Streater, 9 West
Seventh St., to the position of Treasurer of the Clean Capitol City Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273291. of North
fResluton orothelsaleutoo
No. 1St.ePaul tof various otypes tof1asphalt Casyproduced by the
au
the
Cities asphalt plant.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273292.
greement between the City and the Port Authority
Resolution authorizing an a
in connection with the Urban Development Action Grant for the Brown and Bigelow
relocation project.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273293.ert of the
Resolution approving the height and location of a fence on property
North End Improvement Club at 1079 Rice Street,
providinrsementoffor a$st 00 sign
and a left -turn only sign AND authorizing
filing fee paid in connection with an appeal to the Board of Zoning Appeals.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273294.
Resolution authorizing the execution of an agreement leasinthecertperain
property
under the Selby Bridge to Suburban Plumbing Supply
CO-
between
June 1, 1979 thru Jan. 31, 1985.Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273295.
g Drive -In Restaurant License'to Ra1co Co., Inc. at 841 E.
Resolution grantin
Maryland Avenue. yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273296.
Resolution granting Drive -In Restaurant License to W.W.P., Inc. at 2379 W. Seventh
St. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273297.
Resolution granting Bingo Game License to St. Paul Soccer Club, Inc. at
408 Main St. yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273298.
Sale Liquor License to V.I.P. Productions,Inc.
Resolution granting Sunday On
at 400 Sibley St.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.E. No. 273299.
Resolution granting various licenses 6to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas -
C.F. No. 273300.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Mr. Bernard Carlson, Director of Finance and Management Services, appeared and
referred to the city survey being funded by the Breamer Foundation and he said they
have procured the services of Mid -Continent to conductthe
sut a survey and said
Mr. James Frazee, Vice President of Mid -Continent, exp
they have had good response from citizens with no reluctance to be interviewed or
the time involved in interviewing and based on the response so far he recommends
that the survey be continued.
Councilman Maddox suggested a discussion on Thursday of this week concerning
procedures for the replacement of the Police Chief anditas agreed that the
matter should be placed on the Thursday, July 12th, agenda.
Councilman Maddox asked for a report on the Liquor Investigation and Councilman
Hozza said he met with representatives of the Ramsey County Bar Committee and they
will be meeting today and will be making a recommendation to the City Council.
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting
Adopted.
ourned.
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Copies sent to Co limen % a 3 L�/;
Minutes approved by Council 7�3 //% 7
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
July 11th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL'& COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 9:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza... 5
Absent - Councilwoman Butler, Councilman Levine ... 2 (Councilman Levine arrived at
a point during the meeting.
Application to increase the area for the service of On Sale Wine by Sam and
Norma Frattallone, doing business as Napoli Cafe at 1406 White Bear Avenue.
(No one notified to attend.) The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273301.
Resolution approving change in the area for the service of On Sale Wine by Sam
and Norma Frattallone at 1406 White Bear Avenue dba Napoli Cafe.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Bingo Application - Juan Diego Club of Our Lady of Guadulpe Church, 459 Wabasha
Street, 50 periods. (Rev. Raymond Monsour, Pastor, and Florence Corcoran, Manager,
notified to attend.) The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273302.
Resolution granting Bingo License to Juan Diego Club of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Church.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Request by Nickel Joint, Inc. and Martha O'Connor to have Martha O'Connor's name
added to --the On Sale Liquor and miscellaneous licenses recently transferred to
the Nickel Joint, Inc. at 501 Blair Avenue. (No one notified to attend.) The
following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273303.
Resolution granting tranfer of On Sale Liquor License from Nickel Joint, Inc. at
501 Blair to read Nickel Joint, Inc. and Martha O'Connor at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor and miscellaneous licenses issued
to Alfred J. Rubbelke at -1420 W. Seventh Street, doing business as The Lost Knight,
to Gege, Inc. at the same address. (Perry S. Caturia, President, and Marissa J.
Bongiovanni, Vice President, notified to attend.) The following resolution was
submitted.'
C.F. 'No:"273304.
Resolution granting the tranfer of On Sale Liquor License and cmisscellaneous the same licenses
ffrom Alfred J. Rubbelke at 1420 W. Seventh Street to Gege,
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine arrived at this point in the meeting.
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor and miscellaneous licenses issued
to Larry Brennan's Liquors, Inc. at 315 W. Seventh Street, doing business as Larry
Bee's Liquors, to Don Stuart Johnson and Mary K. Johnson at the same Address.
following resolution waDon
S. Johnson and Mary K. Johnson notified to attend.)
submitted.
C.F. No. 273305.
Resolution granting transfer of On Sale Liquor License, Sunday On Sale Liquor License,
Restaurant, Off Sale Malt and Cigarette Licenses from Larry Brennan's Liquors, Inc.
at 315 W. Seventh Street to Don Stuart Johnson and Mary K. Johnson at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
July , )
\ 11th 1979.
57657.
Application for a Gambling Session Permit by the Minnesota Humane Society,
500 Rice Street. (Barafollowing resolution was submitted.Kraemer, Manager,
notified to attend.) The
C.F. No. 273306.
ing Gambling Session license to Minnesota Humane Society a
Resolution grant
500 Rice Street. yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Public hearing on the Sauna and Motion Picture Theatre License issued m Linda
Sauna. (Recommended
M. Spencer at 606 Rice Street, doing business as Cosmos ended for
revocation by the Division of License and Permit Administration. This matter was
previously considered on June 279 1979). ed the previous testimony that was given
Mr. Garvey, Assistant City Attorney, review
to the City Council.
President Hozza asked if the licensee or anyone
appearepresenting the licensee was
present and wanted to be heard and no one' solution be prepared revoking the license.
Councilman Tedesco moved thattheeas prop
Nays - 0
er Adopted.
Report of survey relating to taxicab rates and procedures in other cities.
. Paul City
(Requested by the StCouncil on May 16, 1979). d the an
l
Mr. Carchedi
iesai This survey
1 iastheenumberben uoftcabso ontheSt. Paul has
major
fewer cabs on the streets then most cities.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Carchedi said he was unable to determine
but there are
the exact number of cabs on the streets uestionedeissued.
the manner in which
Mr. Miley, Attorney representing Yellow Cab Company, q
the survey was conducted and said other data is necessary including the number of
hotel rooms and the number of conventions.
ested Mr. Carchedi said it was an informational survey requC uncilt the time of the rate
increase and is just for the information of the City
Mr. Miley suggested that the report not be used as evidence in the hearing on the need
for additional taxi service.
Discussion on the need and necessity of issuing additional taxicab licenses
the City of St. Paul. said an application of Green and White T Taxicab
Mr. Garvey, Assistant City Attorney,
Co. has been submitted and the Council agreed to hold a hearing to determine the \
need for additional taxicab service.
Diane Lynch, representing the St. Paul Area Chamber of Commerce, said they have had
numerous compains on erlbuttthey are lbothsoutlOf towntandasheaurgedvthat thee two apeopleff working
matter continued
on the matttt
for one week before there is a vote.
id the level of business in St. because the au is
A man who lives on Westminster Street saowner of one
slow and he is afraid of the future of the cab company has done an admiral
cab company has made enemies and he thinks City Wide Company
job improving service in St. Paul. eighteen
Richard Timm, 3743 No. McKnight Rd.; said he has been a cab .employee for additional
years and isthe
steward of the at thisTt msterse. said Union the rushdonly ramounts s feel ntoaabout two
cab servicethis
is fifty dollars and full time drivers receive
hours a day and the average gross
forty-nine percent plus tips. He said many drivers are buying new cars and will
be transferring cabs from Yellow Cab to themselves. lan is used in other
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Timm said the leasing p
cities where drivers own cars and lease the name
e and
facilities of made a sty a cab coompny.
Bob Janacek, owner of Yellow Cab Company,
saidned cabs.
recently and those that are succeeding have gone to individually ow
operating
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Janacek saidthat they had 82 licenses
in 1978 and now have 62 licensed vehicles and areplan for the 82 licenses and d
Couto ncilwoman Hunt asked for a short and long range P
Mr. Janacek said he intends to transfer them if legal and would lease up
vehicles and he said if all 82 were operated individual drivers could not make
about forty percent and incoming calls have
said his gross revenue has declined by
Councilwoman Hunt asked if City Wide Cab Company affected his business and Mr. apace
enough money to continue
decreased by about fifty percent.
Councilman Maddox referred to a number of complaints and the condition of cabs he
asked how long it would take to put a program into action and in July my and eight more
has six newer vehicles on the street now and plans eight more n
in.Aug
ust. MGarvey said he has not
At the quereceived a request
stion of Councilman Maddox, r. Y
for an opinion concerning cab leasing.
(Discussion.continued to the following page).
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July 11th, 1979. -
(Discussion continued from the previous page). 14
Mr. Janacek said he hopes to have a formal letter submitted next week requesting
an opinion.ake
Councilman Maddox asked for a definite commitment on how long it w�-thtend of
Mr. Janacek said he will have ten additional vehicles operating bye
August.
Mr. Carchedi said Mr. Janacek discussed the matter of leasing with him and was
told it would take an ordinance amendment and he also discussed the matter of
using cars acquired from the State of Minnesota.
At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Janacek answered questions aackagehe
purchase of new automobiles and the difficulty in obtaining the taxi p
in full size automobiles and said at this time of the year they are very seldom
overloaded with business.
At the question of Councilman Tedesco, Mr. Janacek said he will put sixteen more sixty
cars on the street and he doesn't thinkve usinessmore would e erw arrantll be more showhanprofit.
cars and the more companies y
ou Councilman Levine said he is unclear as to the exact proposal of Mr. Janacek an
on said -no additional service is necessary and yet Mr. Janacek is
he said one pers
proposing to put sixteen more cars on the streets.
Mr. Janacek said the number of cabs on the streets is seasonal and the number of
calls are one half of those in 1978.
of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Janacek said his payroll checks are between
At the question
$45.00 and 00 with an average of between $60.00 o $o0ut00- business and said
$145of
Councilman Maddox expressed concern about putting p P
from what he heard today the drivers could make more on welfare then driving cabs.
Councilman Tedesco said he hasn't heard anything new and he would not support a
new application.
A resident at 181 Maple said he drives a Yellow Cab and earned $40.00 in fourteen
Paul
hours last night
said
thd if
ethe
Councileshouldin St.considerecutting not idown ng athe bs annumber of
quality is the question if
years of cars. He said some people call both cab companies and the one who gets
there first gets the business and a new company would have to
hire and said rookie drivers.
system
Ms. Curtiss a Yellow Cab driver described the dispatching
cabs are on the streets the drivers would lie about their positions and with new
inexperienced drivers there will be more accidents.
Ms. Hill said the biggest check she every had was $206.00 a week driving a cab and
she couldn't make it driving a cab with a new company involved.
Ms. Rodriquez,1350 Goodrich, saidYellowto Yellow Cabband thatare happenedbothcab to United Cab dthey
she and herCaband
don't want the same thing to happen
St. Paul Cab Company. at 400 Collins said there is not enough business
A driver for City Wide Cab residing
in this town for three companies.
the At the question of Councilwomanprovideunt, for theiraownsmaintenancetwelve oworksn
andtherecisst
no
City Wide Cab Company
and central maintenance garage.
A Yellow Cab Company driver said abetter method to improve service would a to
require better cars and maintenance.
At the question of Councilman Tedesco, Mr. Carchedi said Green and White Company
would have to hire union employees the same as other companies.
Mr. Ukes, 1504 St. Clair said cab driving is a second job for him and a driver must
for
to ge
work five days a week for etghealthrinsurancenand withxa newhcab company ndrivers
iority and
then ninety days more to g
have to build seniority over again. He said St. Paul is not a taxicab
changing would
an will hurt the present
oodhidea but ethe tnew cabcamp
in and he thinks the
town but he thinks the people leasing of cabs might be a g
companies.
Lester Mussehl said he is one of the owners of a City Wide Cab and St. Paul is no
a taxicab town and he paysover $2,000 insurance a year.
Ed Lynch representing Green and White Taxicab Company said the questions involved
relate to quay and quality and even those against more cars admit that the cars
could be improved and at times the service could be imroved. He uarantee osaid the fncern
of the drivers is legitimate but the issue of licensingis not a q supported. He said
profitability and the applicant feels forty new vehicles can be
he thinks the downtown will intends toincrease their
develop and increase the nxicab service nd
apparently there is a need because Yellow Cab Company
numb the sree ll the factsshenthinkstthetCouncils but hey should'makent competition. He a determination thatatheretis aeneedg
a
for additional taxicab service. benefits when transferring
Councilman Tedesco expressed concern about drivers losing
to another company.
Ms. Jones explained why a company cannot pick up the benefits of another comp
A representative of Teamsters Local 120 said they are not a hiring hall and each
company has its own contract and seniority list -
(Discussion continued to the following page).
July 11th, 1979. 57659.
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Ron Wille, 153 So. Lexington and a Yellow Cab driver, questioned whether three
companies could support the drivers.
Ms. Rodriguez said she hopes Green and White takes better care of their cars then
they do on the Suburban Taxi Company cars.`
Paul Schmadebeck, Manager of Green and White Cab Company, said he has 30 applications
for employment and some of them are Yellow Cab Company drivers and he said they
are negotiating with Local 120 and will honor their contract. He said that he thinks
40 percent of the loss in revenue to Mr. Janacek is due to the other cab company and
he thinks the general public doesn't want to ride in Yellow Cabs and also he said
full size cars are available for taxicabs. He said financing is also available
and their fleet is financed by Chrysler Motor Company and he said the drivers book
$100 a shift and he has entirely driver owner operated fleets. He said several
weeks ago he made an offer to purchase Yellow Cab Company and has negotiated with
Mr. Janacek and he said taxicab business is no longer seasonal and package delivery
is essential to the business.
Mr. Janacek outlined the number of calls received per month from September of 1978
thru June of 1979 and noted that the number has decreased by about one half and
he said last weeks gross booking was about $5,000 lower then June.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Janacek cited the difference in gross
bookings between similar months in 1978 and 1979 and he also said he is fully licensed
to carry packages.
Councilman Maddox asked for a written report from Mr. Janacek on his plans and
Mr. Janacek said he will put such a report in writing before the next hearing and
he said he was approached by Suburban Cab but never agreed to a price.
Mr. Miley said he thought the hearing today would allow cross examination in order
to allow an examination of the real issues involved and he said the Chamber of
Commerce has received complaints but they don't know where the complaints came from
and there is no sworn testimony. He said the testimony given today is hearsay and
also the background of the new applicant should be checked and he urged that a finding
be withheld until a plan is submitted for approval.
Mr. Foley a Yellow Cab driver explained the difference of operation between St. Paul
and Minneapolis and he said it would not make sense to add an additional company
and we should make Yellow Cab Company improve their cars.
Another person appeared and said a new company would take cabs away from Yellow Cab
and we should check the Suburban Cab operation in the suburbs.
Mr. Miley noted that they did not ask any of the employees to appear today and give
testimony on their behalf.
Councilman Maddox moved that the public hearing be closed.
Councilman Hozza noted that the Chamber of Commerce has asked for additional time
to present testimony and Councilman Tedesco said he would oppose a motion to allow
the additional testimony.
Councilman Maddox said he came to the Council today intending to vote on the matter
and Councilman Levine said he would like to see the plans of Yellow Cab Company.
Roll call on the motion to close the public hearing.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter said the Council did not ask Mr. Carchedi to assess the
question about use of taxicab service and she was aware of Yellow's proposal
to go into leasing. She said she thinks competition is essential but over saturation
is foolish and she doesn't favor an additional cab company.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be tabled until November 30, 1979 and that
Mr. Janacek prepare a written statement in the next three weeks as to his plans
for a better cab company.
Councilman Levine said he has agreed with much of the testimony today but the needs
when St. Paul had one hundred and twenty-five cab licenses were different then
they are now and he will not support a new cab company at this time.
Councilwoman Hunt said she agrees with the motion but would like to see significant
progress in the plan by November 30, 1979. She said Mr. Janacek has come before the
Council several times and very often has been vague and inconsistent and she thinks
there is a serious management problem in the Yellow Cab Company and need for
improvement in order to allow the plan to be implemented by November 30th. She
also said it is not fair to issue additional cabs until City Wide Cab Company reaches
their maximum.
Councilman Tedesco said he thinks by November 30th there will be more cabs on the
streets and he has had very few complaints on the City Wide Cab Company.
Councilman Maddox said he has had hard discussions with Mr. Janacek and he hopes
he takes the motion to heart and comes in with a proposal
Councilman Levine and Councilman Maddox requested a vote on the question and
Councilman Hozza said the public hearing is closed but a response from Yellow Cab
Company should be allowed.
Mr. Miley asked for a position of Councilwoman Hunt on the leasing operation and
Councilwoman Hunt said she would like to see the written proposal before making a
commitment.
Roll call on the motion to table the matter to November 30th, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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July 11th, 1979.
Informational report by the License and Permit Division and the City Attorney's
Office regarding Mr. Ray Anderson.
Mr. Garvey reviewed the operation of Mr. Anderson and said on Monday an
investigation showed possible misuse of the property.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Carchedi said there is no reason to
deny a building contractor license application of Mr. Anderson.
Councilman Maddox said he can't see granting another license with the record that
Mr. Anderson has.
Councilman Hozza asked whether issuance of a building contractor license gives
permission to use the property differently then in the past and Councilman Tedesco
said the operation is a detriment to the neighborhood and should be removed.
Ms. Weida said additional storage of materials with a building contractors license
would be against the court injunction.
Councilman Tedesco said he met with people from District 5 and the biggest problem
in that district is the Ray Anderson operation.
Mr. Carchedi said he can notify Mr. Anderson of a public hearing on the building
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contractor license and Councilman Maddox so moved.
Councilman Hozza explained that a public hearing should not be taken lightly unless
there are facts to deny the application and he asked Councilman Maddox to continue
the motion for one week.
Councilman Maddox withdrew the motion and then moved to instruct the License
Inspector not to issue the license until an opinion of the City Attorney is received
at next weeks License Meeting.
Councilwoman Hunt suggested a provision to the ordinance to allow denial of a license
if there are bad operations by the same applicant in other areas.
Roll call on the motion to instruct the License Inspector not to issue the license
until a City Attorney opinion has been received at the next License Meeting.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the meeting be adjourned.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
July 12th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:05 A!M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, President Hozza...5
Absent - Councilmen Butler, Tedesco...2 (Councilman Tedesco arrived at a point during
the meeting).
Approval of minutes of City Council Meetings of June 12, 14, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27,
and 28, 1979.
Councilman Maddox moved that the minutes be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco arrived at this point in the meeting.
C.F. No. 273307.
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a structure at
695 Edmund.
Tom Strohkirch of the Building Department circulated pictures of the property and
said it has been damaged extensively by fire, is boarded and there is no action
to rehabilitate.
Julie Richards said she and her husband own the property but are not living together
and she was informed that her husband would be demolishing the building and the
procedures after adoption of the resolution were explained by Mr. Strohkirch.
Ms. Richards said she is not against demolition and thought it should have been
done by now and is only concerned about removing some personal property.
After some discussion it was suggested that Ms. Richards meet with Mr. Strohkirch
immediately after the City Council Meeting to further discuss the matter.
Roll call on the resolution.
eas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted. Y
C.F. No. 273308.
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a structure at
246 Edmund.
Mr. Strohkirch of the Building Department circulated pictures of the property
and said it has been damaged extensively by fire, is boarded and there is no,-:
response from the owners and he recommended that the Council proceed with condemnation.
Ms. Lambert, 562 Galtier, said she and other neighbors favor demolition and there
are children entering the property and there is also another house on Edmund next
door to this property that should be demolished.
After some discussion Ms. Lambert was urged to confer with Mr. Strohkirch concerning
the other property involved.
Roll call on the resolution.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Petition of James P. Snavely and others for the vacation of a portion of South
Wheeler Street north of Morgan Ave. (Laid over from June 26th, 1979)
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the matter be laid over to July 26th.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273213. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16548.
An ordinance amending Section 54.15 (c) of the Legislative Code with respect
to wood frame multiple dwellings.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273281. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Section 438.07 (a) of the Legislative Code to permit
possession of regulated beverages on streets and in parks under certain circumstances.
Laid over to July 17th for Third Reading.
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Claim of Stephen R. Letendre, c/o Fran Helgerson, 1242 Hazelwood, #105,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on July 6, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Warren H. Schmitt, 2073 Hamlin Avenue No., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed
on July 9, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mildred S. Walsh by Attorneys Cochrane & Bresnahan, 360 Wabasha St.,
.St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on July 9, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
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Summons and Complaint in the matter of Darrell Christoferson and Mark Christoferson
versus the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Letter from the Director of Finance and Management Services reporting the petition
of Richard Pearson to rezone Lot 5, Block 58, Arlington Hills Addition is r
sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Administrative
Orders:
D 4964 - Addition of $81.00 for office furniture for the City Hall Annex Contract.
D 4965 - Extension of time of completion for roadway improvements in Dayton
Ave. Fairview to Snelling Ave.
D 4966 - Revision of speed limits on parts as listed of Western Ave., Irvine
Ave. and Walnut Street.
D 4967 - Increase of mileage reimbursement for Neighborhood Assistance Officers.
C.F.
No. 273309.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules and inserting the title Administrative
Manager -Planning and Economic Development in Section 3.K, Grade 22,
Professional -Administrative Supervisors Group AND inserting its specifications in
Section 32. (Second Reading and Adoption).
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 273310.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the present and inserting
new specifications for the title Service Worker II in Section 32. (Second Reading
and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 273311.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 273312.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 273313.
Resolution granting Drive -In Restaurant License to Gerald Dettinger at
1155 Montreal Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 273314.
Resolution granting Temporary On Sale Malt Beverage License to Little Sisters
of the Poor at 90 Wilkin Street.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 273315.
Resolution granting transfer of Butcher License from Marvin Merrick at 719 Burr
Street to Joseph Kausner and Joseph Tucci at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 273316.
Resolution granting transfer of Taxicab and Insurance coverages issued to St. Paul
Yellow Cab Co., Inc. from one 1974 Plymouth to one 1977 Ford.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 273317.
Resolution consenting to the issuance of Port Authority Revenue Bonds in the
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amount of $3,500,000 to finance the construction of a 78,000 square foot
regional distribution facility for the Fisher Nut Co. Division of Beatrice
Foods Co., Inc.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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C.F. No. 273318.
Resolution consenting to the issuance of Port Authority Revenue Bonds in the
amount of $1,440,000 to finance the construction of a manufacturing and
distribution facility for the Twin City Concrete Products Co., Inc. located
at Arlington and Jackson Streets.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273319.
Resolution consenting to the issuance of Port Authority Revenue Bonds in the
amount of $1,805,000 to finance the warehouse/distribution facility for
C, C & B (Terminal Warehouse Company, Inc.).
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273320.
Resolution adopting the Central Business District Boundary Designation as
recommended by the St. Paul Planning Commission.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution approving the Central Business District Parking Policy Plan as an
amendment to the Comprehensive Plan.
Councilman Maddox requested that -the resolution be referred to the City Development
and Transportation Committee and it was so ordered by the Council President.
C.F. No. 273321.
Resolution authorizing a lease agreement with Metropolitan Airports Commission
for leasing of Rooms 124 and 125 at the Administrative Office Building at
St. Paul Downtown Airport.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Discussion on procedures for selection of a Police Chief.
Councilman Maddox said he requested that this item be placed on the agenda to begin
discussions on the procedures and he cited the procedure in the charter and the
provision for a choice between a special examining committee and the Civil Service
Commission and he expressed interest in having an in-house promotion. He moved that
the selection be made from an in-house promotion. He also said he is in favor of
appointing a citizens committee because no one on the Civil Service Commission has
police background.
Councilman Hozza asked the City Attorney if an opinion requested by Councilwoman Hunt
is ready and Mr. Starr, City Attorney, said the request for opinion was received and
is being processed. He said he thinks the motion of Councilman Maddox may not be
y legal and the charter delegates the.screening process to a committee or the Civil
Service Commission.f the process and said we should receive
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Councilwoman Hunt stressed the importance o
the opinion before taking any steps. She said she favors -a Civil Service Commission
procedure unless there are strong arguments to the contrary and is reluctant to
support a special committee at this time because there is a pending vacancy.
Councilman Maddox said which ever committee is used they should counsel people with
police background and he also thinks it should be clear that it should be promotional.
He said if the motion is illegal he will make it clear that he will not vote for
a person unless they are presently a member of the Police Force.
Councilwoman Hunt said .there are strong reasons for the charter provisions and
they have had good procedures in the past and we shouldn't determine on the first
day of discussion that we will only appoint a promotional candidate:
Councilman Maddox said there are two processes and we should decide which one to use.
Councilman. Hozza said any action of the Council must be proposed in resolution or
ordinance form and he would prefer to wait for an opinion from the City Attorney and
then discuss the matter again. laced on the
After some discussion it was agreed that the matter would be again p
agenda for discussion when the City Attorney opinion has been submitted.
A letter of R. Scott Davies, Attorney representing Midwest Plastics, Inc., was
noted requesting that a public hearing on an appeal to a decision of the Board of
Zoning Appeals affecting property in Block 4, Ames Outlots be rescheduled from
July 26th to July 31st, 1979.
Councilman Tedesco said he viewed the area and he urged all Councilmen to go out and
view the property prior to consideration.
Councilman Maddox moved that the request be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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Councilwoman Showalter moved that the rules be suspended to consider a resolution
not on the agenda.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273322.
Resolution authorizing repayment of interim expenditures for project costs for
purchase and preparation of Parcel 21-1, District 17, Harkins Bowling Alley.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox said he heard a presentation yesterday concerning the Gillette
Hospital site and he said he thinks the process is backwards and he suggested that
the committee hear proposals before going out for a public hearing.
Councilman Hozza said he disagrees and he thinks it is appropriate to determine
the proper use for the property and then advertise for proposals.
Lee Runyon from District 5 said the people were stunned when they learned that the
buildings are sound but no attempt has been made to study reuse.
Councilman Hozza stressed that his vote on the motion was not a final position
and he stressed that he wants to hear the people before deciding the use of the
property and he thought the motion was premature.
Mr. Runyon referred to strong feelings by some Councilpeople that the area should
be used for housing and Councilwoman Hunt said at one time the people indicated their
first choice was open space and their second choice was residential use.
Councilman Tedesco said he viewed the buildings but made no commitment and he said
all the District Councils want open space but he doesn't know whether we can afford
it.
Mr. Runyon suggested that the City Development and Transportation Committee reconsider
their motion and get proposals before holding the public hearing.
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this point.
At the question of Councilwoman Showalter, Mr. Runyon said he is in the process of \
taking a poll of the residents in the area concerning reuse of the property.
Mary Osiecki said she visited with some of her neighbors and she and others feel
that open space is not the best use and the Council should not close the door to
proposals.
Councilman Maddox referred to the comments of the Green and White Taxicab Company
on the -media yesterday concerning their intention to start cab service without a
license and Councilman Hozza said he thinks the License Department should have a
cab inspector added to their staff from now until November 30, 1979 to enforce the
city ordinance.
ary inspector be provided and that the
Councilman Maddox moved that such a tempor
temporary license cab inspector to the
City Administration be requested to add a
License Division Staff from now until November 30, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the mee a adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
\ 10:00 A.M.
July 17th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Mr. Vice President Tedesco ... 5
Absent - Councilmen Butler and Hozza... 2
Hearing was held on the petition of HRA for the vacation of parts of Winifred,
Clinton, Robie and Greenwood Streets.
A letter of the Valuation Engineer was not
recommending approval of the petition
subject to certain terms and conditions.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilman Maddox moved that the City Attorney be requested to prepare a resolution
granting the petition subject to the terms and conditions recommended by the
Valuation Engineer.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Hearing on the petition of Richard J. Paradise and others for the vacation of
Fulton St. between Jefferson and the proposed parkway.
A letter of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending approval of the petition
subject to certain terms and conditions.
No one appeared in opposition.
e City Attorney be requested to prepare a resolution
Councilwoman Hunt moved that th
granting the petition subject to the terms and conditions recommended by the
Valuation Engineer.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of grading and paving the alley in Block 8, Watt's Park from
Howard St. to McKnight Rd., under P.O. 273005. (Laid over from June 19, 1979) \
A resident at 2239 E. Minnehaha appeared in support of the improvement and filed
a petition of eleven names in favor of the proposal.
Mr. Eggum of the Valuation Engineer's Office said they had been requested by the
Council President to notify property owners that this matter should be laid over
because the Public Works Committee had not considered the matter and after some
discussion Councilman Maddox moved that this order and the next three orders be
laid over to July_ 31st,
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
.FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of condemning an easement for slopes, cuts, and fills in connection
with the improvement of the alley in,Block 8, Watt's Park from Howard St. to
McKnight Rd., under P.O. 273006.
Laid over to July 31st..
FINAL ORDER.,
In the matter of opening, grading and paving the alley in Block 72, W. J. Godfrey's
Subdivision, under P.O. 273009.
Laid over to July 31st, 1979._
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of opening, grading and paving and condemning slopes, cuts, and fills
in connection with the alley in Block 72, W. J. Godfrey's Subdivision, under
P.O. 273010.
Laid over to July 31st, 1979._
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of grading paving the east -west alley in Block 7, Morton's Addition
from Arkwright Street to the east line of Lot 21 in said Block 7, under P.O. 273177.
A resident at 404 E. Nevada said he built his garage recently facing Arkwright St.
and is opposed to the improvement.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Mr. Speciale said he owns Lots 24 thru 30 - and questioned the amount of property
being condemned.
At the question of Councilman Tedesco it was noted that there are several property
owners present in opposition to the improvement.
A resident at 422 Nevada said he was originally in favor of the proposal as were
most of his neighbors but since it has been changed they are now opposed to it.
Councilman Levine moved that this order and the following order be denied.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of opening, widening and extending and condemning easements for slopes,
cuts, and fills in connection with the improvement of the alley in Block 7,
Morton's Addition, under P.O. 273178.
(Order denied by vote on previous matter.)
C.F. No. 273323. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of reconstructing sidewalks on portions of Summit Ave., Randolph,
E. Nevada, No. Dale, Rice St., Aldine St. and Herschel Streets, under P.O. 273179.
A lady appeared and spoke in favor of the sidewalk on Aldine Street and asked about
the width and Mr. Kuhfeld said the sidewalk will be replaced at the same width as
the present sidewalk.
Ms. Wagner, 965 Randolph, spoke in opposition to the reconstruction on Randolph
Avenue and Mr. Kuhfeld explained the need for sidewalk and the need to fill certain
areas to provide a level sidewalk.
Mr. Leitner, 931 Randolph Avenue, spoke in favor of the Randolph sidewalk
reconstruction and referred to standing water in several areas.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the order with the understanding that the
Public Works Department would contact Ms. Wagner and go over the proposal as it
relates to her property.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273324. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of reconstructing sidewalks on W. Seventh St. from Bay to Watson and
on Rice St. from Sherburne to Charles, under P.O. 273180.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved that the order be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273325. FINAL ORDER. \
In the matter of reconstructing sidewalks on portions of Como Avenue, Rice St. and
W. Seventh St., under P.O. 273181.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273326. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of reconstructing sidewalks on portions of Cleveland, Ashland, Milton
and E. Hawthorne, under P.O. 273182.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273327. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of reconstructing sidewalk on the South side of Field Avenue abutting
2004 Field Avenue, under P.O. 273183.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Showalter moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273328. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing sidewalks on Griggs Street east side from vacated
Stanford Avenue to the north 33 feet at 296 So. Griggs, under P.O. 273184.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved that the order be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273329. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of grading and surfacing the alley in J. R. Barton's Addn. from
Milton St. to Palmer St., under P.O. 268660.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adoped. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
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C.F. No. 273330. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of the grading and surfacing of the alley in McAnulty and Shea
Addition from Kilburn St. to 176 feet west, under P.O. 268658.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Showalter moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273331. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of the grading and surfacing of the alley in Block 7, St. Anthony
Park North, under P.O. 268806.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Showalter moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273332. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of constructing a public storm sewer to be known as the Maria -Third
and Cypress St. Storm Sewer System, under P.O. 255309 and P.O. 255310.
Lewis Spies, representing the National Association of Letter Carriers at 300 Bates
said sewer backups were not eliminated at Third and Bates and he also referred to
their assessment which should have been part of the title search when they purchased
the property.
Mr. Kuhfeld explained the system and said they will investigate the matter of
standing water at catch basins.
No one else appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273281. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Section 438.07 (a) of the Legislative Code to permit
possession of regulated beverages under certain circumstances.
Laid over to July 24th for Final Adoption,
C.F. No. 273333. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 424 of the Legislative Code pertaining to applications
and examinations for Civil Service employments; prohibiting certain acts and
providing penalties therefor.
Laid over to July 24th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273334. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Section 124.02 of the Legislative Code pertaining to parkways.
Laid over to July 24th for Second Reading. \
C.F. No. 27-3335. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 6 of the Administrative Code entitled "Dept. of
Public Works" AND providing for its reorganization.
Councilwoman Hunt requested that the ordinance be referred to the Finance,
Management and Personnel Committee and it was so ordered by Mr. Vice President Tedesco.
Claim of Albert E. Bisciglia, 213 West King St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
July 12, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Beverly Koop, 14168 Vale Ct., Eden Prairie, Minnesota, filed on July 12,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Steven C. Kogler, 1129 Lane P1., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
July 11, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Lydia A. Riley by Attorney John T. Anderson, 715 1st National Bank Bldg.,
Minneapolis, Minnesota, filed on July 11, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Insurance Co. of No. America versus the
City of St. Paul, et al.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Order from the District Court to show cause in the petition of the HRA in relation
to land described in Certificate of Title relating to parts of west side streets
as listed.
Referred to the City Attorney.
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Letter of Mt. Zion Hebrew Congregation Chairman requesting withdrawal of their
petition for vacation of part of Greenbrier AND requesting refund of filing fee.
Councilman Maddox moved that the request be granted and the filing fee be refunded.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Letter of the Finance and Management Services Department reporting the petition
of Fred and Florence Wynact to rezone property at 389 Sidney St., aka Lot 24,
Block 16, West St. Paul Real Estate and Improvement Syndicate Addition, No. 2
is sufficient.
Filed, leading petitioner to be notified.
Administrative Orders:
D 4968 - Authorization for administration of funds provided under the
Below Market Interest Rate Home Mortgage Program for projects and
institutions as listed.
D 4969 - Addition of $341.25 for ornamental street lighting in the Mississippi St. -
Case Avenue - York Avenue Area project.
D 4970 - Addition of $1,856.50 for items as listed for the Japanese Memorial
Garden at Como Park.
D 4971 - Additions of $1,837.00 for miscellaneous work as listed in the
Public Works Office addition project.
D 4972 - Addition of $33,986 for completion of a toilet room at the North End
Multi -Purpose Center.
D 4973 - Deduction of $2,985.72 for items as listed for the construction of
ornamental street lighting at Warner Rd. - Childs Rd. Interchange Project.
D 4974 - Deductions of $1,4.35.00 for items as listed in the Phalen Park
East Shore Pathway System Project.
D 4975 - Payment of $2,926.00 from the Workers' Compensation Account to
Julius A. Toth, Dept. of Public Works employee.
D 4976 - Payment of $2,953.16 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Garland
Bell, Dept. of Public Works employee.
D 4977 - Payment of $1,193.98 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Kenneth
Nelson, Water Dept. employee.
Resolution amending Section 5D of the St. Paul Personnel Rules relating to
residency. (First Reading)
Laid over to July 24th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of a 1979-1980 Memorandum of Settlement
between the City of St. Paul and the Twin City Iron Workers, Local 512. (First
Reading)
Laid over to July 24th for Second Reading and Adoption. \
C.F. No. 273336.
Resolution approving execution of an agreement for provision of legal services
from the firm of Peterson, Gray & Sheahan, Ltd. in title registration matters.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273337.
Resolution granting transfer of Beauty Shop License from Gloria Engelke at
1264 Rice St. to John S. Racho at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273338.
Resolution granting payment of $351.85 to John J. DeNoma and $838.98 to American
Family Ins. and John Bovee out of the Tort Liability Fund.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273339.
Preliminary resolution authorizing a Rehabilition Loan Finance Program under
Chapter 260, Laws of Minnesota for 1975 and Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 462A and
City of St. Paul Ordinance Nos. 15975 and 16504 and authorizing the issuance of
Revenue Bonds.
Councilwoman Hunt noted that the resolution is recommended for approval by the
Finance Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273340.
Preliminary resolution authorizing a Multi -Family Finance Program under Chapter 260,
Laws of Minnesota for 1975 or Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 306, and Minnesota
Statutes, Chapter 462A, and City of St. Paul Ordinances 15975 and 16504, and
authorizing the issuance of Revenue Obligations.
Councilwoman Hunt noted that the resolution is recommended for approval by the
Finance Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
July 17th, 1979. 57669.
Councilman Maddox moved that the City Attorney be authorized to prepare a resolution
providing for the payment of legal fees of Mr. Carchedi the License Inspector.
Councilman Levine asked if the City Attorney has review this matter and Councilwoman
Hunt said the resolution could be prepared but should be referred to committee for
proper analysis.
After some discussion it was agreed that after the resolution is prepared it should
be placed on a Wednesday Council Meeting agenda with other license matters.
Roll call on the motion.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the rules be suspended to consider two resolutions
not on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273341.
Resolution amending C.F. No. 273137 which vacated portions of Hillwood Drive and
Hillwood Court so as to extend the time for compliance with the terms and conditions
for an additional thirty day period.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273342.
Resolution supporting the general intent of federal law providing for Federal Aid
Urban funds and supporting the existing transportation planning process and
requesting the Transportation Advisory Board to make a formal annual review to
assure that the Twin City Metropolitan Area continues to meet the provisions of
the law in the future.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt referred to a meeting tonight of the Citizens Budget Advisory
Committee and she said she was with the understanding that the Council would meet
with that committee to give it direction and she indicated that she will be in
attendance at the meeting tonight and maybe other Councilpersons should also attend.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the meeting be rned.
Adopted. Yeas - 4Nays - 0
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9:00 A.M.
July 18th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA>
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice -President Tedesco at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Vice President Tedesco ... 5
Absent - Councilwoman Butler, President Hozza... 2
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License issued to B-A.T.,
Inc. at 755 Jackson Street, doing business as Bowie's Bar, to B.A.T., Inc. (New
Corporation) at the same address. (Howard G. Schumann notified to attend.)
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 272343.
Resolution granting transfer of On Sale Liquor License, Sunday On Sale Liquor
License, Restaurant, Off Sale Malt Beverage, Cigarette and Tavern and Cigarette
Vending Machine Operator License from B.A.T., Inc. at 755 Jackson to B.A.T., Inc.
at the same address with James F. Thomas as President and Secretary and Howard G.
Schumann as Vice President and Treasurer.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Public Hearing on the application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License
issued to Heine, Inc. at 488-492 St. Peter Street, to Engine House Associates,
Limited, a Limited Partnership at 498 Selby Avenue.
Mr. Carchedi said the matter has been reviewed by the License Inspector's office
and he recommends approval of the -transfer.
Mr. Garvey, Assistant City Attorney, said there appears to be a claim by the Heine
children but the transfer appears to be in order and based on the evidence he has
seen he recommends approval of the transfer.
Rene' Heine, daughter of Robert T. Heine, questioned whether William C. Heine is the
legal owner of the License and she referred to forgeries on various license papers and
urged that the transfer not be granted until the matter is cleared up.
Councilman Tedesco entered into the record a letter of Richard Grayson, attorney for
Roberta Heine, requesting no action on the transfer until matters involving the
estate can be resolved. \
Mr. Garvey said he assumes that William C. Heine is the legal owner of the license
and has the right to transfer the license.
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
Mr. Carchedi said various license papers have been reviewed in his office by Ms. Heine's
mother in connection with a divorce proceedings and this is the first time he has
heard about the forgery allegations. At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr.
Carchedi said if a license is in an individual's name and.th" individual
is deceased the license would revert back to the City in 90 days. Mr. Carchedi also
referred to a letter in the file from Mr. Robert T. Heine in 1971 wherein he resigns
from the corporation and notifys the City of the sale of stock.
The attorney for Mr. Henke of Engine House Associates slid they plan an $800,000.
restaurant on Selby and he doesn't think the former ownership questions effect the
transfer but Mr. Henke is willing to place the transfer money in escrow.
Mr. Garvey said the transfer could be granted with the stipulation that the money
be placed in escrow if it is agreed to by both parties.
Mr. Bannigan, attorney for Mr. William C. Heine, referred to investigations by
several agencies and individuals concerning the various license papers and.said
the issue today is the appropriateness of the site and whether the applicant is
fit and proper to receive the license and he said there are adequate civil remedies
for regress.
Councilman Maddox said until the allegations on fraud came up today he was prepared
to support the transfer and he asked for an agreement that the money would go into
an escrow account.
Mr. Garvey said based on the resignation and transfer of stock in 1971 he feels it
is proper to approve the transfer if the site is adequate and the applicant is
proper. At the question of Councilwoman Showalter, Mr. Garvey said the Heine children
have the right to challenge the matter they are concerned about through the court
system.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Roberta Heine appeared and said "she would agree to the transfer subject to an
escrow account.
The attorney for Engine House Associates said they have the monedeciy intoat a
escrow.
continuance of thirty days would be better then putting period
pending
Mr. Bannigan said they would escrow the
the County Attorney funds for a thirty day p
an investigation of the allegations by
Councilman Tedesco returned to the meeting at this point.
Councilman Maddox moved the approval of the transfer of the Liquor License
with the stipulation that the transfer money be putin
escrowCouny for 45 Attorney'_
and until the allegations made are investigated
Naysb- 0 Abstentions - 1 (Tedesco)
Adopted. Yeas - 4
Councilwoman Hunt referred to a letter from the City Attorney concerning the
Ray Anderson property and she urged that the City Attorney and License Inspector
explore the possibility of revocation on the basis of the items set out in the
letter. are conducting an investigation which
Mr. Carchedi said he and the City Attorney
will be submitted to the Council when completed and the Building Contractor License is
not being granted until the investigation is complete:
Councilman Maddox moved that Yeas eetinF
Adopted.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL AM
10:00 A.M.
\July 19th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Mr. Vice President Tedesco ... 5
Absent - Councilmen Butler, Hozza... 2
Letter of the Chairman of Rules and Policy Committee transmitting the establishment
of rules of procedure for conduct of TV news persons at City Council meetings back
to the City Council without recommendation.
C.F. No. 272987. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 475 of the Legislative Code pertaining to the unlawful
dissemination of materials which are harmful to minors. (Letter of the Chairman
of the Legislation Committee transmits ordinance with recommendation it be
discussed by the full Council).
Laid over to July 24th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 272986.SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 438 of the Legislative Code pertaining to unlawful
display to minors of the indecent publications, pictures or articles. (Letter of
the Chairman of the Legislation Committee transmits ordinance with recommendation
it be discussed by the full committee).
Laid over to July 24th for Third Reading.
Claim of Hilmer A. Eklund, 2046 E. Magnolia Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
July 16, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Joseph T. Green, '783 Fairmount Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
July 13, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of The Home Insurance Co., 4510 West 77th Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota,
filed on July 16, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Dennis Ray Pearson, 2324 Giraro Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
July 16, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mildred S. Walsh by Attorney Steven I. Winer, 360 Wabasha St., St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on July 13, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of John Joyce, 835 Ohio St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on July 17, 1979,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Letter from the State Dept. of Revenue transmitting application of the Twin Cities
Area Metropolitan Transit Commission for relief in assessed valuation of
certain real estate described in Application No. 282268.
Filed.
Letter of the State Dept. of Revenue transmitting the application of North Central
Public Service Co. for reduction in the assessed valuation of personal property
and/or refundment of taxes paid for certain personal property described in
Application No. 282445.
Filed.
Notice of class action determination, proposed settlements and dismissals
,
and hearings thereon from the United States District Court of the Northern
District of Georgia regarding Chicken Antitrust Litigation.
Referred to the City Attorney..
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Letter of the Director of the Dept. of Finance and Management Services reporting
the resubmitted petition of Charlton Ness to rezone property described as
Lots 10 and 11, Sahlgaard's Subdivision of Lot 55, Como Villas from B-2
to B-3 is sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Administrative Orders:
D 4978 - Payment of $500 per day plus/travel, hotel and food expenses to Mr.
George Devlin of Detroit, Michigan, for consultant services to be
performed for two days in studying and advising the City's Dept. of
Planning and Economic Development as to the future parking ramp needs
in the north end of the downtown area.
Councilman Maddox expressed concerns about this matter and Mr. Ford of
the Planning and Economic Development Department circulated and explained
a background report on this contract. He said Mr. Devlin was already under
contract with the Port Authority so the, cost was shared between the two
agencies.
Councilman Maddox expressed concern about the number of committees working
on parking problems and also expressed concern about hiring an expert
and not notifying other people involved with parking and he said someone
should take direction to get something done. He said the only thing done
since 1972 on parking is the free parking after 6:00 P.M. and 11:00 A.M.
and we actually have studies that are analyzing studies. He urged the
City Development and Transportation Committee to find out who is making
decisions.
Mr. Ford said they recognize that parking is a serious matter and there
has been a lot of productive work going on but all the people do not know
about it and they are ready to sit down and talk.with the Council about the
matter.
Councilman Levine said he questions spending $1,000 on an out of town person
to tell us what to do and we don't need someone, from Detroit, to tell us
where we are on the Highland Park Ramp.
Mr. Ford said the Mayor's Office has given them direction to use their
consulting budget to get things done.
Councilwoman Hunt said parking is important to the Council and she suggested
a session for a complete discussion of parking with various organizations
and people involved.
Councilman Maddox said we have had numerous studies on parking and we didn't
need an expert from Detroit.
Councilman Maddox moved that the City Development and Transportation Committee
schedule a session to discuss parking with all of the people involved to be
invited to attend.
Councilman Levine asked that the names of the people involved who should be
invited be referred to his office and Councilman Maddox said he will submit
a list of names.
Roll call on the motion.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine said in connection with consulting contracts he feels the
city should use existing staff where possible and he said the city has a
wide variety of talent and it is difficult to believe that you couldn't get
someone from St. Paul.
D 4979 - Addition of $476 to the Homecroft School Gymnasium Addition Project.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting new specifications for
Affirmative Action Technician. (First Reading; Finance Committee letter recommends
approval).
Laid over to July 26th for Second ReadIna and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Library
Assistant from Grade 20 and inserting the title Library Assistant I AND by
amending Section 32 by inserting the class specifications for Library Assistant I.
(First Reading; Finance Committee letter recommends approval).
Laid over to July 26th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the titles & specifications
for Library Technician I (Display), Library Technician I (Fine Arts) and Library
Technician I (General) in Grade 3 and inserting the title and specifications for
Library Specialist I. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval).
Laid over to July 26th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title and specifications
for Library Technician II (Display), Library Technician II (Fine Arts) and Library
Technician II (General) from Grade 7 and inserting the title and specifications for
Library Specialist II. (First Reading; Letter of the Finance Committee recommends
approval).
Laid over to July 26th for Second Reading and Adoption.
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Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by placing an asterisk before the
title General Library Assistant in Grade 22 so as to abolish the title
except as to present incumbents, by inserting the title Library Assistant II
in Grade 24 and by striking the specifications for General Library Assistant and
inserting specifications for Library Assistant II. (First Reading; Finance Committee
letter recommends approval).
Laid over to July 26th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
C.F. No. 273344.
Resolution approving a reduction in appropriations and in financing in the 1979
General Revenue Fund Budget in the amount of $1,550,152 for activities relating
to fringe benefits. (Finance Committee letter recommends approval).
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273345.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $3,571.47 from Contingent
Reserve to St. Paul American Indian Center. (Matching funds for 1976-77
LEA& grant entitled Native American Youth).
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273346.
Resolution amending the 1979 Capitol Improvement Budget by transferring $181,500
from Downtown People Mover Project to Burns Ave. lighting from Ruth to McKnight
($27,500) and Summit Ave. lighting from Mississippi River Blvd. to Snelling
($154,000). (Finance Committee letter recommends approval).
Adopted.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273347.
Resolution approving reappointment of Roy Erickson, Frank Farrell and Bert Lund
to the Civil Center Authority for terms to expire July 1, 1983.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
C.F. No. 273348.
Motion Picture -Theatre Licenses of Linda May
Resolution revoking Sauna and
Spencer dba Cosmos Sauna at 606 Rice St.
Councilman Levine asked if the licensee or her attorney were present and wanted to
be heard and no one appeared.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.E. No. 273349.
Resolution granting renewal of Sunday On Sale Liquor license of David & Ernest
Yarusso at 635-7 Payne Ave.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273350.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons, as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273351.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273369.
Resolution granting Building Contractors licensesto businesses as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4
C.F. No. 273352.
Resolution granting Building Contractors licenses to businesses as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273353.
zation of an agreement between the City and Doerfler
Resolution approving authori
Construction Co. affecting City tenancy of 2nd Floor space in former Lowry Hotel.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273354.
Resolution approving Chapter 269 of the Laws of 1979 empowering the Port
Authority to invest its funds in commercial paper of prime quality in the
same manner as the State Board of Investment. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 4
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C.F. No. 273355.
Resolution approving $100,000 U.S. Treasury Bills, due April 29, 1980 as
collateral to protect deposits of public funds with the Summit National Bank
of St. Paul.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273356.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $90,651 from Contingent
Reserve -General to Dept. of'Community Services -Administration (Transfer or
Contribution' -to Special Fund; Reimbursement of the CETA fund).
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco returned to the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273357:
Resolution amending the 1979 Capital Improvement Budget and transferring $80,000
from Fairview -North Sewer System to Fry -Sherburne Sewer System.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273358.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $6,250 from Contingent
Reserve -General to General Government Accounts -Neighborhood Justice Center.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273359.
Resolution approving the issuance of $620,000 Port Authority Revenue Bonds to
finance acquisition of two buildings for the Battery & Tire Warehouse, Inc.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0,
C.F. No. 273360.
Resolution granting the petition of the Summit State Bank of Phalen Park and
Marjorie E. Hutchinson for the vacation of property as listed in Nilsson's
Subdivision of Lots 9 and 10, Block 4, of Rogers and Hendrick's Acre Lots.No. 2.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273361.
Resolution granting the petition of the Northern States Power Co. for the vacation
of part of an alley in Block 4 of Snelling Park.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273362. \
Resolution granting the petition of Eleanor C. Lyons, et al, for the vacation
of portions of the alley as platted in Block 14, Kittsons Addition.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273363.
Resolution granting.the petition of the City of St. Paul for the vacation of
property described as the Old Hazel Park Pumping Station Site on Maryland Ave.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273364.
Resolution granting the petition of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, et al,
for portions as listed of parts of E. Morton St., Prescott St. and Andrew St.
and the public alley in Block 15, West St. Paul Real Estate and Improvement
Syndicate Add. No. 2 and the public alley in Block 33, Linse and Zimmerman's
Rearrangement of Block 33 and 34 of Brown and Jackson's Addn. to West St. Paul.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273365.
Resolution approving the plans and specifications for the improvement of Trunk
Highway No. 94 from Mounds Blvd. to Kennard St. (Landscaping)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273366.
Resolution granting Gambling Session License to the St. Paul Ramsey Arts and
Science Council at 30 E. Tenth St.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273367.
Resolution authorizing payment of $5,000 from the Tort Liability Fund to
Claudette Amschler in settlement for her claim.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
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July 19th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273368.
Resolution recognizing the civic contributions of Frank Barrett and proclaiming
Monday, July 23, 1979, as Frank Barrett Day in St. Paul.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the meeting be adjourned.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
July 24th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza ... 5
Absent - Councilwomen Butler, Hunt...2 (Councilwoman Hunt arrived at a point during
the meeting).
Hearing to consider preparation of submission of an Urban Development Action Grant
in connection with the renovation of the St. Paul Hotel.
A letter of the Planning and Economic Development Department was noted transmitting
a letter of Douglas Realty, Inc. withdrawing the UDAG proposal for the St. Paul
Hotel block.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be withdrawn.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt arrived at this point in the meeting.
Hearing on the petition of Roger Jeska to rezone from RT -1 district to an RT -2
district property on the north side of Jenks between Westminster St. and Arkwright
St. being legally described as Lots 35, 36 and 37, Block 1, Cooper's Addn.
Mr. Warn of the Planning Staff reviewed the proposal and recommendations of the
staff and Current Planning and Zoning Committee and Planning Commission.
No one appeared.
the City Attorney be requested to prepare an ordinance
Councilman Maddox moved that
granting the petition. yeas - 5 Nays - 1 (Tedesco)
Adopted.
Hearing was held on the petition of Stuart Moss to rezone from an ES district to
an R-3 district property on the east side of Kennard St. between Burns and Pacific
and described as the south 165 feet of the north 200 feet of the west 150 feet of
Lot 11, Block 1, Target East St. Paul.
Mr. Warn reviewed the proposal and recommendations and said the District 1 Community \
Council supports the rezoning.
No one appeared.
Councilman Tedesco asked about an agreement by Target to use the property as a buffer
zone and it was noted that Target had offered to deed the property to the city but
the city turned down the proposal and it was left with the understanding that the
area would be some day developed with residential use.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the City Attorney be requested to prepare an ordinance
granting the petition.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Appeal of John T. Finley to a decision of the Planning Commission concerning a
special condition use permit issued to Alternative Homes, Inc. at the north east
corner of Albemarle Street and Maryland Avenue.
Mr. Warn of the Planning Staff summarized the matter and referred to past actions
and hearings and President Hozza noted that the City Council public hearing had been
concluded.
Councilman Tedesco moved that the appeal of Mr. Finley be granted.
Councilman Levine said he knows the area well and visited the area again since
the last hearing and while the record of the applicant is good he thinks the facility
is inadequate to house the number of people proposed and he also believes the proposal
will generate more traffic in the area.
Councilman Hozza said he will oppose the motion and he thinks the program is good
and will be adequately administered.
Councilwoman Hunt said she finds it difficult to support the motion and she doesn't
feel it would generate more traffic than a use as a four-plex. She said the condition
of the building is a factor but it would need approval from the code enforcement
division and the State of Minnesota and would not be licensed until it is brought up
to standards.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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(Discussion continued from the previous page)
Councilwoman Showalter said many of the concerns of the residents are matters
the city has no control over.
Roll call on the motion to grant the appeal.
Yeas - 3 (Levine, Maddox, Tedesco)
Nays - 3 (Hunt, Showalter, Hozza)
Councilman Hozza announced that the motion fails and the decision of the Planning
Commission stands.
At the question of some Councilpersons,Mr. Starr City Attorney said the appeal
has failed and therefore the decision of the Planning Commission stands.
Councilman Maddox requested reconsideration of the action in order that the matter
could be tabled until all seven members of the Council are present.
Councilwoman Hunt said the matter cannot drag on indefinitely in fairness to the
developer and at the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Warn said the matter was
first heard on March 1st and has been pending since January.
At the question of Councilwoman Showalter, Mr. Starr said findings would be necessary
to grant the appeal.
After some discussion Councilwoman Hunt moved that the Council reconsider its previous
motion and lay the matter over for two weeks to August 7, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273370. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of condemning a 10 foot wide permanent sewer easement over parts of
Lots 1, 2, 3, and 4, Block 1, Anderson Addition, under P.O. 272612.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273371. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of opening, widening and extending Field Avenue and condemning an
easement for slopes, cuts and fills in connection with the improvement of Field Ave.
from Prior to approximately 627 feet east, under P.O. 272251.
Tony Bledig, 1887 Sheridan, expressed concern that the abutting property has not
been sold and he said the neighbors fear that the property might be developed with
multiple dwellings.
Sam Cukier said he has a legal binding contract to purchase the property and will
develop it with single family homes.
Mr. Eggum of the Valuation Engineer's Office said bids were received and are
considerably higher than the estimates and the usual procedure is to recommend a
new public hearing to consider whether the property owners want to continue with the
improvement.
Mr. Fox, 1905 Sheridan, said the compensation awarded to his property is not
sufficient and he also expressed opposition to the general improvement.
It was agreed that this resolution should be adopted with the understanding that
a new public hearing with proper notice will be held concerning the improvement.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the resolution be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273372. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of grading and paving the north -south alley in Block 15, Smith's
Subdivision bounded by University, Sherburne, Mackubin and Arundel, under P.O. 272541.
A lady at 472 Sherburne asked about the benefit to her property and Mr. Eggum
explained the portion of the alley to be improved and said it only affects HRA
property.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of this order and the following order.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273373. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of condemning an easement for slopes, cuts and fills for the grading
and paving of the north -south alley in Block 15, Smith's Subdivision, under P.O. 272542.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the rules be suspended to consider an item not
on the agenda relating to taxicabs and to consider three resolutions that appear
later on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Mr. Terrance Garvey, Assistant City Attorney, said it has been brought to his
attention that the Yellow Cab Company does not have sufficient insurance for taxicabs
and he said their insurance covers claims over $25,000 but they do not have basic
insurance.
(Discussion continued to the following page)
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Garvey said he was notified of this by
the State Commissioner of Insurance Office.
Mr. Garvey said Yellow Cab was insured by Travelers Insurance Co. but that was
cancelled April 10, 1979 and they were informed that Minnesota Insurance Plan covered
them from April 10, 1979 to April 10, 1980.
Mr. Miley, Attorney for Yellow Cab Company, said he received a notice. of this
hearing at 9:40 A.M. today and it is difficult to represent his client with 20 minutes
notice. He said Mr. Janacek received the letter last night and he requested time
to prepare information and he said he doesn't think the matter is as serious as
suggested. He referred to the policy in effect with a $25,000 deductible and he
said their application is pending before the state for self insurance. He urged that
the matter be laid over until at least tomorrow to allow time to investigate the
allegations.
Councilman Tedesco said the cabs should not be on the street at this time if there
is insufficient insurance.
Mr. Garvey said Yellow Cab doesn't have basic insurance and self insurance is not
allowed under state law or city ordinance and the cabs must be fully insured without
a deductible clause.
ey should have enough time to prepare but the city
Councilwoman Hunt said Mr. Mil
must be protected from potential lawsuits.
Mr. Miley said Travelers had an agreement with Mr. Janacek that he would handle claims
'up to $25,000 and there are no pending lawsuits or claims against the company and
he doesn't think a crises exists.
Councilman Levine suggested that a bond be posted and he said he thinks the cabs
should be allowed to operate.
Mr. Thomas O'Malley, Assistant Commissioner of Insurance for the State of Minnesota,
appeared to answer questions concerning this matter and Mr. Miley objected to the
witness and again stated that Yellow Cab has not had proper notice.
At the question of Mr. Garvey, Mr. O'Malley answered questions concerning the
deductible provisions and questions relating to the binder of insurance for Yellow
Cab Company and to the provision for self insurance.up to $25,000. He said this
provision is not in compliance with state law because they are not designated as
a self insurer and an application for self insurance is pending but a decision has
not been made.
Mr. O'Malley said he has not seen evidence that the
At the question of Mr. Garvey,
company complies with the insurance requirements.
At the question of Mr. Miley, Mr. O'Malley answered further questions pertaining to
llect any unpaid claims of
the deductible provision and also said he does not reco
Yellow Cab Company and he expects a decision this week on their application for
self insurance.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. O'Malley said insurance is available
if a person is willing to pay the price and he said he got involved in this matter \\
while researching the application for self insurance.
Councilman Tedesco asked if Yellow Cab is properly insured and Mr. O'Malley said
he has no information to determine that they are properly insured.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. O'Malley said between April 10th and today
he has found no insurance for Yellow Cab Company covering the first $25,000 and he
said the statement that Yellow Cab Company has paid their claims does not satisfy
the requirements of state law.
Gerald Hendricksen, Legal Assistant in the City Attorney's Office, answered questions
of Mr. Garvey concerning the certificate of insurance on file and about the notice
of cancellation document.
Mr. Miley objected to the cancellation of insurance document and said notice was
not received by Mr. Janacek and the document should not be considered until testimony
is received from the person signing the document.
Mr. Garvey said it is evident that there is no basic insurance for the first $25,000
and the Council should suspend the licenses until there is insurance to comply with
the City of St. Paul and the State of Minnesota.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Garvey said if the insurance conditions
are -net the license would be reinstated without further Council action.
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shouldlbenpermittedato peratecbut lacking sthat eevidence rthe rlic nsescshoulde the cs
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suspended.
Mr. Miley asked about posting a $25,000 bond during the interim period and Mr. Starr
said if an insurance agent will bind the company this possibly could be considered.
Mr. O'Malley said under the no fault provisions of the law you must be insured
or be a qualified self insurer. le out of work but he said
Councilman Maddox expressed concern about putting people
the Council's hands are tied and they must take action.
At this time there was agreement that this matter should be discussed again later
in the Council meeting in order to give the Yellow Cab Company time to discuss the
matter and contact their insurance agents.
(See continued discussion on taxicab matter later in the meeting).
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C.F. No. 273374.
Resolution approving provision of assistance to District Heating Development
Corporation and amending the 1979 Budget by transferring $1,000 from Contingent
Reserve General to the Department of Finance -Administration to defray incidental
start up costs.
Councilwoman Showalter read a statement in support of this resolution and the
following two resolutions and in support of the District Heating Plan for the
City of St. Paul.
Councilwoman Hunt said she will support the resolutions and commended Councilwoman
Showalter for taking the leadership role in this matter.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273375.
Resolution approving articles of incorporation and bylaws of District Heating
Development Corporation.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273376.
Resolution approving execution of an agreement between the State Energy Agency
and the City of St. Paul for a $5,000 grant to assist the District Heating
Development Corporation in preparation of a proposal for the design and
construction of the Hot Water District Heating System for St. Paul and
authorizing the Director of the Department of Finance and Management Services to
receive the state grant and take other necessary actions to carry out the
purposes of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273281. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16549.
An ordinance amending Section 438.07 (a) of the Legislative Code to permit
possession of regulated beverages under certain circumstances.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 272986. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 438 of the Legislative Code pertaining to
unlawful display to minors of the indecent publications, pictures or articles
Laid over to July 31st for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 272987. THIRD READING. \
An ordinance amending Chapter 475 of the Legislative Code pertaining to the
unlawful dissemination of materials which are harmful to minors.
Laid over to Julv 31st for Final Adoption.
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
C.F. No. 273333. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 424 of the Legislative Code pertaining to applications
and examinations for Civil Service employment; prohibiting certain acts and
providing penalties therefor.
Laid over to July 26th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273334. SECOND READING.
An -ordinance amending Section 124.02 of the Legislative Code pertaining to parkways.
Laid over to July 26th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273377. FIRST READING.
An ordinance granting permission to Flintkote Company to construct and maintain
a communication cable across E. Seventh St. at 1120 E. 7th St.
Laid over to July 31st for Second Reading.
Claim of Richard A. Clark, 1543 Ramaley, White Bear Lake, Minnesota, filed on
July 18, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Joe Fleischhacker, 1508 N. St. Albans, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
July 18, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Elizabeth H. Godwin, 123 Summit Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
July 18, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
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Claim of Mary Ann Todora, Hagen -Hallmark Gift Shop, 961 W. Seventh St., St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on July 18, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of David W. Jackson, 665 Ottawa Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on July 19,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Omar Tveten, M.D., by Attorneys Doherty, Rumble and Butler, 1500 1st
National Bank Bldg., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on July 18, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Henry Dale Mundinger by Attorney Joseph Perry, 805 Commerce Bldg.,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on July 18, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Theoden, Inc., P.O. Box 605, Wayzata, Minnesota, filed on July 18, 1979,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Sholem Tarshish, 1377 W. Maynard Dr., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
July 18, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Genz -Ryan Plumbing and Heating Co. versus
the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Sybil Shakir and Shem Shakir versus
the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Letter from the State Dept. of Revenue transmitting the application of the Catholic
Charities of the Archdiocese of St. Paul/Minneapolis for application for relief
in the assessed valuation of property described in Application X6282573.
Filed.
Letter of Simon & Company, Wholesale Crocers at 1830 Como Ave., requesting permission \
to park their trucks on Cathlin Street (adjacent to their building) during State
Fair time.
Referred to the Public Works Traffic Department.
Petition to rezone property described as Lots 1 and 2, Block 13, Dawson's Addn.
from Residential to B-2.
Referred to the Finance Department for check as to sufficiency.
Letter of the Director of the Department of Finance & Management Services reporting
the petition of Leo Gadbois to rezone property described as part of Woodland
Park Addition is sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Letter of M. E. Evenson appealing a summary abatement order of the Housing Code
Division concerning property at 677 York Avenue.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that a date of hearing be set for August 9th, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273378.
Resolution amending Section 5D of the St. Paul Personnel Rules relating to
residency. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273379.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of a 1979-1980 Memorandum of
Settlement between the City of St. Paul and the Twin City Iron Workers, Local
512. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273380.
Resolution transferring the On Sale Liquor License of Heine, Inc., at 488 St. Peter
St. to Engine House Associates, Ltd. at 498 Selby Avenue subject to certain terms
and conditions. (escrow arrangement)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
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C.F. No. 273381.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273382.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273383.
Resolution granting transfer of Second Hand Dealer General license of Vicki M.
Eliason from 553 Rice St. to 783 University Ave.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273384.
Resolution granting transfer of Restaurant, Tavern and Cigarette licenses from
Fiorito's Drinking Emporium, Inc. at 400 Sibley St. to V.I.P. Productions,
Inc. dba Lower Levee Lounge, at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273385.
Resolution granting Building Contractor licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273386.
Resolution granting Building Contractor licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273387.
Resolution granting Drive -In Restaurant licenses to Burger King Corporation at
1959 Ford Parkway.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273388.
Resolution granting Drive -In Restaurant license to Bruce C. Noyes at 143 North
Snelling Ave.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273389.
Resolution granting On Sale Malt Beverage license to Ronn and Ally's Pizza, Inc.
at 1786 E. Minnehaha Ave.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273390.
Resolution granting On Sale Wine license to Ronn & Ally's Pizza, Inc. at 1786
E. Minnehaha Ave.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0 \
C.F. No. 273391.
Resolution granting Temporary On Sale Malt Beverage licenses to organizations
as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273392.
Resolution granting the transfer of a Taxicab Vehicle license issued to the
St. Paul Yellow Cab Company from a 1974 Plymouth to a 1977 Ford.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273393.
Resolution reaffirming the previous allocation of Community Development Block
Grant funds for the relocation of the Union Gospel Mission to accomodate the
change in location from E. Sixth and Kittson to 345 University Ave. between
John St. and Lafayette Road.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
Councilman Hozza noted that a request has been received to set a date of hearing
to consider the Gillette Hospital matter.
After some discussion Councilman Maddox moved that a date of hearing be set for
Tuesday, September 4th, 1979, at 7:30 P.M. in the City Council Chambers.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza referred to the Ray Anderson matter on the east side of St. Paul
and he said there is a question whether to hold a public hearing concerning a
building contractor license.
(Discussion continued to the following page)
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(Discussion continued from the previous page)
Councilwoman Hunt said we should determine whether Mr. Anderson will pursue his
application for license and after some discussion Councilwoman Hunt moved that the
License Inspector be requested to set up a hearing at a regular City Council
Wednesday Meeting and also to make inquire. of Mr. Anderson whether he intends
to pursue his application for license..
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza asked to be excused from City Council on August 7th, 8th, 9th,
16th, 28th, 29th, and 30th, 1979.
Councilman Levine asked to be excused from Council on August 14th, 15th, 16th
21st, 22nd, and 23rd, 1979.
Councilwoman Showalter requested to be excused from Council on August 7th, 8th,
and 9th, 1979.
Councilman Tedesco moved that the requests be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
The City Council at this time continued discussion on the Yellow Cab matter.
Mr. Miley said Mr. Janacek at this point is conferring over the telephone with an
insurance carrier.
Councilman Maddox moved that the taxi licenses of Yellow Taxicab Company be
suspended until the insurance requirements are met.
Mr. Miley said there is probably no liability to the city or Councilmembers
and Mr. Starr, City Attorney, said the risk might be minimal but if the Council
has notice and fails to take action it could constitute negligence and then liability
exists.
Councilman Levine again expressed concern for keeping 100 people working.
Mr. Miley said one of the problems is the requirement to insure all 80 cabs whether \
or not they are in use and he suggested that the requirement be changed to provide
insurance requirements for only the cars to be used.
Roll call on the motion.to suspend the licenses until the insurance requirements
are met.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt suggested that the City Attorney have someone available during the
noon hour today to deal with this problem and Mr. Starr indicated that would be
done.
Mr. Miley asked how much time there is to get the cabs off the street and Councilman
Hozza indicated the motion provides for immediate action and however the company
implements the motion is their business.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
July 25th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councimen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza ... 6
Absent - Councilwoman Butler...1
Application for the transfer of the Off Sale Liquor License issued to Charles
F., Charles E. and Virginia M. Schwietz at 1100 Arcade Street, to Edward D.
and Robert M. Walfoort at the same address. (Edward D. and Robert M. Walfoort
notified to attend). The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273394.
Resolution granting transfer of Off Sale Liquor License, Class D -Original Container,
Off Sale Malt Beverage and Cigarette Licenses from Charles F.,Charles E. and
Virginia M. Schwietz at 1100 Arcade Street to Edward D. and Robert M. Walfoort at
the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
A request by Mr. Earl Gray (Attorney) to appear before the Saint Paul City Council
(on license matters) concerning the bill for the representation of Mr. Joseph F.
Carchedi during the recent liquor probe.
Mr. Gray appeared and said he is ready to answer questions relating to his bill for
services to Mr. Carchedi and he explained how he came to represent Mr. Carchedi and
that there was no retainer based on similar cases in Minneapolis. He suggested no
payment on other similar bills unless a criminal: case is involved and he said this
is the end of the bill as far as he is concerned as far as the criminal investigation.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Starr summarized his opinion on this matter
and said authority does exist to appoint outside counsel and the Council must find
a public purpose, the basis for retaining the attorney and set the rate of compensation.
Councilman Hozza expressed concern about the rate of compensation and said he thinks
Mr. Starr and Mr. Gray should meet and discuss the specifics of compensation. He said
he doesn't know how many other bills there may be like this and this payment will set
a precedent and he also thinks the Council, in ordinance form, should address the
question of outside counsel and should proceed cautiously because of precedent.
Councilwoman Hunt said the Council has not adopted a policy and when Mr. Carchedi was
told to seek outside advice the Council 'should have authorized an outside attorney at
that time and a rate of compensation.
Mr. Starr said the right to pay fees after the fact lies with the Council and if there
was a policy the issue would have been decided before the attorney was hired.
Councilwoman Hunt requested the City Attorney to prepare the proper resolutions setting
a policy for engaging outside legal advice.
Councilman Maddox said he previously requested a resolution be prepared authorizing
payment of the bill and he favors payment now and Mr. Starr said he is in the process
of drafting such a resolution.
Councilman Maddox expressed concern about other bills for other lawsuits and also
about other costs involved in the liquor investigation:
Councilman Tedesco said he will support payment of the Carchedi bill but suggests
the City Attorney and Mr. Gray try to lower the fee.
Councilman Levine asked if all the items of the bill are in order and he said
if they are he thinks the bill should be paid.
Councilwoman Hunt said Mr. Gray made reference to a final bill and she asked if he
has been notified by the Police Department that the investigation has been completed.
Mr. Gray said he understands the investigation of Mr. Carchedi is complete.unless
there is new evidence submitted that must be investigated.
Councilwoman Hunt said we should get a statement from the Chief of Police that the
investigation up to this date is completed.
Councilman Hozza said the Council should discuss a standard rate of compensation for
outside counsel and he said like damage claims we should receive an assurance that the
item is complete and ended.
Councilwoman Showalter said she favors payment and favors a discussion on the rate of
compensation and she asked about legal counsel for other employees involved.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Mr. Starr said the City Attorney can defend City employees unless there is
a conflict of interest. in the case
Councilman Madre sasked
a ou dpfor lalstate ente civil afromses lthe hChief fPolice onlwhether
and said he ag to
the investigation is over.
Councilman Hozza suggested that the matter be referred to the City policy
question a
discussion with Mr. Gray along with a discussion on the general policy q
involved.
Councilwoman Hunt said we should also ask about consideration by the City Attorney
on the entire question of lawsuits and negotiation of settlements.
Mr. Starr said payment of this bill could be subject to a release of further
litigation.
Councilman Maddox said he would oppose such a settlement and if Mr. Carchedi has
grounds for a civil lawsuit he should commence with them. ible for judgements
ements
Councilman Hozza said the City as a corporate entity may be respons
against employees and this should be taken under consideration and Councilwoman Hunt
expressed concern about whether the City has the right to negotiate settlements.
ter be referred to Mr. Starr for discussion
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the mat
with Mr. Gray on the specificsOfthe he bill. Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspended to consider a resolution not
on the agenda and to hear a citizeYeas tt.6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Maddox asked about the status of the liquor investigation and Councilman
Hozza said he is still waiting to hear from the Ramsey County Bar Association.
Councilman Maddox said we should ask the Police Department where we stand on the
investigation right now and also about the involvement of Mr. Perron right now.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the Council President ask the Chief of Police to indi-
cate in writing the status of the investigation of the License Inspector to this \
date. yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273395. until such
Resolution suspending Taxicab Licenses issued to the Yellow Cab Company
time as evidence is presented to satisfy insurance requirements.
Councilman Tedesco asked how long the company will be given to get their insurance in
order and Councilwoman Hunt said she doesn't think the Council should wait until maybe we should reconsider the
November to consider the taxicab matter again and
November date if insurance is not obtained within a week or ten days.
Councilman Maddox suggested that the Yellow Cab Company be given fourteen days to
get insurance.
Mr. Garvey said the resolution provides for suspension of the licenses until insurance
could revoke the licenses at a future time if it is
is obtained and the Council
uncilwonot provided. At the question of Corovisionahforlicensing would owalter, Mr. rhave stodbeeagreeds
a condition of new management as a p
to by the parties involved.
Roll call on the resolution. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Joe Radnick appeared and referred to his interest in a liquor license
and
428 So. Wabasha and he referred to financing problems with the present
he suggested certain actions that would result in the transfer of the liquor license
to him.resent and it was suggested
Mr.. Aretz, attorney representing Mr. Radnick, was noted as p
representative of the City Attorney's Office to more
that Mr. Aretz meet with a
fully discuss the options involved.
Councilwoman Showalter moved Yeas the meeting beays adjourned.
Adopted.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
July 26th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:15 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza...6
Absent - Councilwoman Butler...I
Petition of James P. Snavely and others for the vacation of a portion of
So. Wheeler St. north of Morgan Ave.
It was noted that this matter had been laid over previously and the hearing
was concluded.
Mr. Eggum of the Valuation Engineer's Office requested that their letter be
amended by deleting condition No. 3 concerning the Northern States Power Company
easement.
Councilman Levine said he originally objected to the petition based on traffic
projection but has since viewed the area and looked at pictures and he asked
Mr. Snavely to distribute pictures to the City Council.
At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Snavely appeared and said he intends to
develop the property with double homes and Councilman Levine said he thinks it will
be a good addition to the area and he is now prepared to support the petition.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the petition subject to the terms and conditions
recommended by the Valuation Engineer as amended.
Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 273396.
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a structure at 984
Jackson St.
Mr. Dean Stedt appeared and said he is the fee owner of the property and would \
be willing to take the property back and restore it.
Mr. Staffenson of the Housing Code Division said the property was condemned in
August of 1977 and has major deficiencies and no work has been done except to
board it up and he recommends that the Council proceed with condemnation.
Mr. Stedt said he can work with the city and did not realize it was in such bad
shape.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.- 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
Nays
C.F. No. 273397.
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a structure at
1362 Pleasant Avenue.
Mr. Staffenson said the property was condemned in December of 1978 and he outlined
the conditions of the building and said on July 20, 1979 they received a letter
from the owners indicating their intention to rehabilitate the property.
Robert Milavetz said his parents own the property and the reason for the condition
of the foundation is because of soil conditions but soil tests show that
it is possible to construct a new foundation and they intent to remove the building,
construct a new foundation and then move the building back on the foundation.
He said he thinks their proposal is sound and feasible and the building is fully
secure and he requested two months in order that they can take action to rehabilitate
the building.
Councilman Tedesco said he viewed the property recently and the condition was
terrible and he thinks the proposal might not be feasible.
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks there would be time to carry out the proposal of
the owners even if the resolution is adopted today and she suggested that the
resolution be adopted and if the owner proceeds to rehabilitate it the order can
be withdrawn prior to demolition.
A resident at 1368 Pleasant and a resident who lives next door to the property
both referred to the condition of the property and urged that the Council proceed
with condemnation.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the resolution.
Councilman Levine said he viewed the property and thinks comments made today are
accurate and he favors housing over condemnation but he also thinks there is time
to take action before final demolition.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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Hearing to consider the advisability and necessity of ordering the correction
or wrecking and removal of a structure at 623 Laurel.
Mr. Staffenson said he has received a letter which proposes to rehabilitate the
property at a cost of $600,000 for 17 units and he said the letter indicates that
the developers will not have complete knowledge of the loan until August 15th.
Councilman Levine and Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point and returned
later in the meeting.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the hearing be continued for four weeks until August 23,
1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the rules be suspended to consider a matter not on the
agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Mr. Bill Rupp, Chairman of the Citizens Budget Advisory Committee, appeared and
submitted last nights committee action requesting independent hearings with city
department heads on the 1980 Budget and he asked for authorization of their request.
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
Councilwoman Hunt said she still feels joint hearings would be better although she
realizes the hard work of the committee.
Councilman Hozza referred to the tight meeting schedule proposed by the committee
and said he feels the hearings could be held separately.
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the request of the committee be granted for independent
hearings with city department heads on the 1980 Budget.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273333. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 424 of the Legislative Code pertaining toapplications
and examinations for Civil Service employment; prohibiting certain acts and providing
penalties therefor.
Laid over to August 2nd for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273334. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Section 124.02 of the Legislative Code pertaining to parkways.
Laid over to August 2nd for Final Adoption.
Letter of the Chairman of the City Development and Transportation Committee
transmitting Committee recommendation that the following be designated as
Heritage Preservation Sites; St. Joseph's Academy, Burbank -Livingston -Griggs House,
Alexander Ramsey House, Frank B. Kellogg House and making no recommendation on
Summit Terrace and the Rochat Louise-Sauerwein Block.
Councilman Maddox moved that a date of hearing be set for September 25, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273335. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 6 of the Administrative Code entitled "Dept.
of Public Works" and providing for its reorganization. (Letter of the Chairman
of the Finance, Management and Personnel Committee transmits committee recommendation
for approval with the understanding the Council is to be briefed on the ordinance
at its Third Reading.)
Laid over to July 31st for Third Reading.
Claim of Robert and Sharon Bruestle by Attorney Charles J. Brady, Suite 830,
Minnesota Bldg., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on July 23, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Sherry Cheney by Attorney Dan K. Nelson, 871 E. Seventh St., St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on July 23, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Calvin Jones, 776 N. Lexington Parkway, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
July 20, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
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Claim of Leonard L. Kopka, Jr., 301 N. Wilder, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
July 23, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Letter of Mayor George Latimer transmitting the District 16 Plan to the Council.
It was requested that the Citizen Participation Coordinator meet with district
representatives and recommend a date and place for a City Council hearing to
consider adoption of the plan.
Councilman Levine returned to the meeting at this point.
Letter of the Director of Finance and Management Services reporting the petition
u` John 0. Murrin to rezone Lot 21 and part of Lot 22, Block 1, Summit Park
Addition is sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Administrative Orders:
D 4980 - Payment of $4,200 to University of Minnesota for presentation of a
three day seminar on the subject of project management: planning,
scheduling and control.
D 4981 - Extension of time of completion for the ornamental street lighting
system at Warner Rd. -Childs Rd. Interchange.
D 4982 - Establishment of Fair Re -Use Values for property as listed in Summit -
University #8 and West -Midway #12 which is scheduled for sale.
D 4983 - Increase of dollar amount to $5,275.51 for the surveying contract
with Warren Forsberg in connection with the sale of 212 Housing Site.
D 4984 - Increase in the dollar amount by $4,000 to the contract with
Bather, Ringrose, Wolsfeld, Inc. for surveys in West Midway/So. St.
Anthony Park.
D 4985 - Additions of $555.70 for items as listed to the Homecroft School
Gymnasium Addition Project.
D 4986 - Addition of $198.67 for items as listed for the Homecroft School
Gymnasium Addition Project.
D 4987 - Addition of $136.11 for items as listed for the Homecroft School
Gymnasium Addition Project.
D 4988 - Conveyance of tax forfeited property as listed in Payne -Phalen
District 5 and Downtown District 17.
C.F. No. 273398.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting new specifications for
Affirmative Action Technician. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273399.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Library
Assistant from Grade 20 and inserting the title Library Assistant I AND
by amending Section 32 by inserting the class specifications for Library Assistant I.
(Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273400.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the titles and specifications
for Library Technician I (Displays), Library Technician I (Fine Arts) and
Library Technician I (General) in Grade 3 and inserting the title and specification
for Library Specialist I. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273401.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title and specifications
for Library Technician II (Displays), Library Technician II (Fine Arts)
and Library Technician I (General) from Grade 7 and inserting the title and
specifications for Library Specialist II. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273402.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by placing an asterisk before the
title General Library Assistant in Grade 22 so as to abolish the title
except as to present incumbents, by inserting the title Library Assistant II
in Grade 24 and by striking the specifications for General Library Assistant
and inserting specifications for Library Assistant II. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273403.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $5,502 from Contingent Reserve
General to Dept. of Human Rights -Salaries. (Finance Committee recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
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57689.
July 26th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273404.
Resolution approving the addition to the 1979 Budget and transferring $400,000
from the Financing Summary to the Appropriation Summary: General Government
Accounts. (Additional appropriation for Worker's Compensation; Finance Committee
recommends approval).
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273405.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $56,000 from Contingent
Reserve General to General Government Accounts -Workmen's Compensation.
(Finance Committee recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273406.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $131,000 from Contingent
Reserve -General from City Wide Data Processing. (Finance Committee recommends
approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273407.
Resolution appointing John Galles as Commissioner of Public Housing Agency to
complete the unexpired term of Frank Rodriguez.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273408.
Resolution authorizing execution of an Operating Agreement with the St. Paul
Grower's Association providing for the operation of the City Market during hours
deemed appropriate by the City.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273409.
Resolution authorizing a dwelling lease agreement between the City of St. Paul
and Allan R. Aho for property at 1594 Laurel Ave. and acquired by the city in
connection with the Fire Station 414 acquisition.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273410.
Resolution granting the transfer of Taxicab Vehicle License issued to St. Paul
Yellow Cab Co. from a 1974 Plymouth to a 1977 Ford.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco returned to the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273411.
Resolution providing that all amendments to Law Enforcement Assistance
Administration and Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Action
projects which are sponsored by the City of St. Paul shall be monitored and
approved by the St. Paul Ramsey County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox referred to a public hearing on determining the need for more
taxicabs which was tabled to November 30, 1979 and he moved that this public hearing
be rescheduled from November 30th to the first Wednesday after Labor Day.
Councilman Levine said Yellow Cab Company may be working on a program and in
September we could find out where they stand.
Councilman Maddox said he would include in the motion a provision that the Council
President notify the people concerned that we.expect a time table to be presented
and also that they show us what they have done up to that point.
Councilwoman Hunt expressed support of the motion and said anew factor has entered
into the picture and the burden is on the license holders to show that they have
made significant progress.
Councilman Levine said he supports getting the matter before the Council quicker
at this point, not only because of the new item on insurance but because if we wait
to November the weather is colder and the ultimate loser will be the people who
use the taxicabs.
Councilman Tedesco said he thinks the time has come to look to additional cab service
from a different source if Yellow Cab Company cannot deliver and he thinks a third
company should be given some of the licenses and competition would be good.
Councilman Hozza suggested including in the motion a provision that we have a full
report be our Licensing Department to be included in the public record and to lay
the basis for further action. He said we should have the License Department look at
the existing situation and also investigate the matter of having four taxicab zones
in the Twin Cities and he said we should look to Minneapolis on the possibility of
a joint powers agreement for one taxi zone between St. Paul and Minneapolis. He said
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in September we should have a full scale hearing including the Metropolitan Airports
Commission and the MTC because there are other agencies and municipalities that have
a direct interest in this matter.
Councilman Maddox said he will include the suggestion in his motion and he said the
suggestion for a joint powers agreement with Minneapolis is excellent. He said he
agrees that the License Department should give a full scale report not only on the
Yellow Cab situation but on other cabs and the reputation they have from other
communities should they elect to come into St. Paul.
Councilman Levine said a related problem is how we are going to move people in the
fall of the year and he said bus ridership is up but public transportation will not
be able to accomodate them if the trend continues and it is important to finalize
a decision before the cold weather sets in.
Roll call on the motion. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
!`--ilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Copies sent to Councilmen
Minutes approved by Council �/7
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
\ July 31st, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza...5
Absent - Councilmen Butler, Maddox ... 2 (Councilman Maddox arrived at a point during
the meeting).
Approval of minutes for July 3, 5, 10, 11 and July 12, 1979.
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the minutes be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox arrived at this point in the meeting.
Hearing was held on the petition of the St. Paul Jewish Community Center and the
Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad Co. for the vacation of a portion
of Wheeler St. adjacent to Block 6, Granport Addition.
A letter of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending approval of the petition
subject to certain terms and conditions.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilman Levine moved that a resolution be prepared granting the petition subject
to the terms and conditions recommended by the Valuation Engineer.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Hearing was held on the petition of Richard Kuehlwein and Gary Johnson for the
vacation of part of Cottage Ave. near Edgerton St.
A letter of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending approval of the petition
subject to certain terms and conditions.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilman Tedesco moved that a resolution be prepared granting the petition subject
to certain terms and conditions recommended by the Valuation Engineer.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273412. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of grading and paving the alley in Block 8, Watt's Park from Howard \
St. to McKnight Rd. under P.O. 273005.
A report of the Public Works Committee was noted recommending approval of this order
and the following order.
No one appeared.
Mr. Eggum of the Valuation Engineers Office noted that new estimates have been
received for the improvement which are higher than originally proposed but the
information was available -at the Public Works Committee Meeting.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of this order and the following order.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273413. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of condemning an easement for slopes, cuts and fills in the grading
and paving of the alley in Block 8, Watt's Park from Howard St. to McKnight Rd.,
under P.O. 273006.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of opening, grading and paving the alley in Block 72, W. J. Godfrey's
Subdivision, under P.O. 273009.
A report of the Public Works Committee was noted recommending denial of this and
the following final order.
No one appeared.
Councilman Tedesco moved that this order and the following
order be denied.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 l
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of opening, grading and paving and condemning an easement for slopes,
cuts and fills for the alley in Block 72, W. J. Godfrey's Subdivision, under P.O.
273010. -
Order Denied. Yeas- 6 Nays - 0
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FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of grading, paving, constructing concrete curb and gutter, constructing
storm sewer and storm water drainage facilities and constructing water and sewer
service connections on Winthrop Circle from Boxwood Avenue to cul-de-sac and Boxwood
Avenue from Winthrop Circle to McKnight Rd., under P.O. 273112.
A report of the Public Works Committee was noted recommending that this order and
the following three orders be denied.
Ernest Cutting, Attorney representing Mr. and Mrs. Leonard, said the project before
the City Council is not the one requested by the Leonards and they only requested
the improvement of part of Winthrop Circle. He said the proposal can be accomplished
without the improvement of Boxwood Avenue and the Leonards would be the only people
assessed. He said washing of the hill would be solved with the proposed improvement
and the project would allow the construction of twenty-two new homes and the Leonards
are not builders but property owners and any problems concerning the buildings should
not be placed on their shoulders.
Councilman Maddox said he concurs with some of the comments but about 40 people were
present at last nights committee hearing and only two in favor and he said the people
feel there should be less lots and he therefor recommends denial of the orders and
the developer can work out a plan agreeable with District 1.
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks the residents would have a better voice in the
design of this project if it is proposed by the city rather than through private
construction.
Mr. Don Dunlap, 2233 Boxwood said their main objection is to design of the plan
and the number of lots are not consistent with the terrain and they are still opposed
to the development of the area unless it is consistent with the rest of the neighborhood.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Dunlap said the street could have been
constructed without an affect on other streets and he recommends the developer meet
with District 1 and that the project be developed at his own expense and not the
taxpayers.
Councilman Levine said he thinks the property will eventually be developed and a
good plan is necessary.
Councilman Tedesco suggested that the lots be larger and a plan be developed with
District 1 and the neighbors.
Linda Anderson a resident on Boxwood agreed that a plan of the area should be
developed.
Councilman Tedesco moved denial of this order and the following three orders with
the understanding that the Leonards would work with District 1, the neighbors and
the Public Works Department on a new plan.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Cutting said the Leonards have tried to
prepare a plan in accordance with the present requirements and the streets are
in place where the city has recommended. He said he would discuss the matter with
his clients to determine whether they would proceed with the development on their
own.
Councilwoman Hunt asked about an overall plan of the area and Mr. Bellus, Planning
Administrator, said an overall plan was done but it is good to work through the
process and in coordination with District I.
Roll call on the motion to deny the orders.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of acquiring sewer easements
Hill and condemning slopes, cuts and fills
Boxwood Avenue, under P.O. 273113.
Order denied. Yeas - 6
over part of Lot 8, Block 1, St. Joseph
for the grading of Winthrop Circle and
Nays - 0
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing sanitary sewer in Winthrop Circle, under P.O. 273114.
Order denied. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of installing water main on Boxwood Avenue and in Winthrop Circle,
under P.O. 273115. Nays - 0
Order denied. Yeas - 6
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of acquiring Lot 8, Block 1, Kaufhold's Addn. for a storm water
ponding area, under P.O. 273265.
William Schultz, 1918 E. Maryland, asked the purpose of the acquisition and referred
to a water problem in his basement because of the trench built to the ponding area
and he also said he feels the ponding area is too high and will result in a water
problem.
Mr. Stanke of the Public Works Department said the problem of Mr. Schultz may or may
not be related to the ponding area but the Public Works Department will investigate
the matter.
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Councilman Levine said he is reluctant to support the order without further discussion.
Councilman Tedesco said he will abstain on this matter because he is a property owner
in the area.
Mike Bovee, 1930 Maryland, also expressed concern about water backup.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be laid over for two weeks to August 14th
for further investigation by the Public Works Department.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0 Abstention - 1 (Tedesco)
C.F. No. 273414. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of installing a water main in Wyoming St. from Stickney St. to
300 feet east of Stickney St., under P.O. 273266.
Ruby Welter, 555 E. Wyoming, said she owns 3 lots and is in favor of the improvement
but opposes the assessment for one of her adjacent lots.
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
Mr. Eggum of the Valuation Engineer's Office explained the city policy to assess
all abutting property.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco returned to the meeting at this point.
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of grading and paving Doswell Ave. from Berry St. to Trunk Highway
X6280, under P.O. 273267.
Councilman Maddox said the Public Works Committee recommends that this order be
laid over for two weeks to August 14th and he so moved.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of condemning an easement for slopes, cuts and fills in connection
with the grading and paving of Doswell Ave. from Berry St. to Trunk Highway 66280,
under P.O. 273268.
Laid over for two weeks to August 14th.
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a structure at
454 Edmund Ave.
Mr. Strohkirch of the Housing Code Division said he inspected the property yesterday
and it was being cleaned up and the building is vacant and he also has information
that the grant is not available.
Mrs. Waldo said she wants to appeal the $5,000 grant and it was turned down because
they feel it would take $17,000 to rehab the property but she thinks she will get
a $5,000 grant.
At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Strohkirch said the building is secured.
Sandy Morris of District 7 said the Mayor's Rehabilitation Committee would make \
a determination on the grant and their next meeting is August 20th.
Councilwoman Hunt said the main issue is a decision on whether the structure is
feasible for rehabilitation and if public funds are used the city should make
a determination whether it is feasible.
At the question of Councilman Tedesco, Mr. Strohkirch said it is possible to
rehabilitate the property but they believe the $17,000 figure is probably more
accurate.
Robert Thissen, former owner of the property, said Ms. Waldo should be given the
opportunity to rehab the property.
Councilwoman Showalter left the meeting at this point.
Councilman Levine said the question is the cost of rehabilitation and he favors
rehabilitation unless there is a neighborhood problem and is not opposed to a short
continuance of this matter but he has some doubt about the feasibility of rehabilitation.
After some discussion, Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be continued for three
weeks to August 21st.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Hearing on the appeal of Myron A. Roth (Midwest Plastics) to a decision of the Board
of Zoning Appeals concerning property at 1422 Ames Avenue.
Ms. McNeally of the Planning Staff reviewed this matter and said since the last
hearing two- meetings were held and the applicant agreed to survey the site and draw
a plan but has asked that a decision be made on the appeal before spending additional I
money.
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Mr. R. Scott Davies, Attorney representing Midwest Plastics, Inc., urged that the
Zoning Board decision be reversed and the driveway be authorized for use and he
reviewed the history of the matter. He said approved plans for the building addition
in 1976 showed the use of the driveway to Ames Avenue and from that time the
driveway was used as an access point. He said he believes the Zoning Board errored
in determining that the driveway was an invalid use and he cited several similar
court decisions regarding the taking of access. He said he believes that there is
sufficient legal authority that the property cannot be down zoned to cut off existing
access points and he said the petition to rezone the property is not before the
Council and the only matter for decision is the appeal to the action of the Board
of Zoning Appeals.
Councilman Maddox referred to an agreement at the last hearing concerning the
rezoning and the agreement to construct a roadway on the railroad right-of-way and
also construct fencing.
Councilman Levine said he also agrees that a compromise was reached at the last
meeting and Mr. Davies should have been informed.,
Mr. Davies said his client was not fully advised ;it that point concerning the right
to access.
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks the matter might -Ind up in the courts and she
suggested a compromise to avoid a court proceeding by either side. She said she
doesn't favor trucks using the driveway on Ames but the property could be rezoned
to allow parking with the use of the driveway by automobiles -
Mr. Davies said the 14 foot access is not adequate for truck trailers and if access
is cut off on Ames there is no room for a turn around. He said ago the proposal
does not allow sufficient fire access and the proposal ended up to be unworkable.
Ms. McNeally said the Board of Zoning made a finding that Lot 3 has been zoned
residential since 1922 and Mr. Segal said the property behind Lot 3 is also zoned
residential.
Mr. Davies said they contend that the driveway area is zoned the same as the property
the plant was constructed on.
Pat Kolb, 1384 Ames, referred to the agreement reached at the May 16th meeting
and he said the issue has not been resolved and he urges a decision today to uphold
the Zoning Board action.
Councilwoman Hunt asked for a position of the residents if the matter went to court �\
and the applicant was allowed the appeal with truck traffic and Mr. Kolb said he
thinks the risk on an appeal is very small.
Mr. Helemas, Chairman of District 2, said there are many questions involved and he
doesn't think there can be an easement over residential property to serve an industrial
use.
A resident on Ames Avenue said she favors denial of the appeal and doesn't thinks there
is much of a risk in a court appeal.
Bill Roth of Midwest Plastics said they do own the 20 foot strip and a possible
expansion of the plant is contemplated and at a meeting with neighbors there was
discussion on the boundary for the P-1 district. He said after a meeting with Mr. Davies
he feels they have the legal right to use the driveway.
No one else appeared and the public hearing was ordered closed.
Councilman Hozza said his opinion is that the key issue is whether commercial
vehicles should have access to Ames Avenue and he thinks no commercial vehicles on
Ames would solve the problem and he cannot support the appeal if commercial vehicles
are allowed on Ames.
Councilwoman Hunt said she would like to work the matter out to preclude a court
challenge and she thinks the site is limited for expansion and the city, through its
Port Authority, should work with Midwest on a long range and short range plan to
relocate the property with Port Authority financing.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Starr said the ordinance provides that a
decision should be made without unreasonable delay and a split decision without the
required four votes would mean the appeal has been denied and the action of the Board
of Zoning Appeals would stand.
Mr. Davies suggested a compromise to exclude trucks and trailers from Ames Avenue
but retain access for passenger vehicles with a provision for the rezoning of the
property.
Mr. Kolb said there is no problem with cars using the south driveway.
Councilman Maddox moved that the appeal be denied.
Councilwoman Hunt said she will support the motion but would have favored a compromise
to allow employee car access from Ames.
Roll call on the motion.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Levine moved that the rules be suspended to consider matters that
appear later on the agenda.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
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Letter of the Planning Administrator transmitting the matter of a dispute
between the District 11 Coalition and the District 13 Consortium with
regard to the location of the boundary between those two districts.
Councilman Hozza suggested that the matter be referred to the City Development and
Transportation Committee to be considered by the committee of the whole and
Councilman Maddox so moved.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273415.
Resolution granting transfer of Off Sale Liquor license from Applebaum's Food
Markets, Inc. at 2023 Marshall Ave. to The Applebaum Companies, Inc. at the same
address.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272986. FINAL ADOPTION.
An ordinance amending Chapter 438 of the Legislative Code pertaining to unlawful
display to minors of indecent publications, pictures, or articles.
Councilman Hozza questioned the purpose of the ordinance and said he cannot see
a problem or the reason for the ordinance and therefor cannot support its adoption.
Councilwoman Hunt asked who would enforce the ordinance and Mr. Starr said the
police department would be involved with enforcement.
Councilwoman Hunt said the publications distributed is distasteful but the ordinance
just points attention to it and she doesn't know if the ordinance will eliminate
the problem.
Councilman Maddox stressed that the ordinance is already in effect and this is only
an amendment that adds places of dissemination.
Councilwoman Hunt said she would ask that the ordinance be amended to provide a
sunset provision which would make the ordinance expire in one year and she moved
that -the ordinance be amended to include a sunset clause and provide that the ordinance
would expire after one year.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Starr said he does not know whether such
an amendment would be legal and would like time to research the matter.
Councilman Maddox suggested adoption today and he said he would support a separate
ordinance by Councilwoman Hunt at a later date adding the sunset provision.
After some discussion Councilwoman Hunt moved that this and the following ordinance
be laid over for two weeks to allow time for the City Attorney to respond on the
sunset amendment.
Roll call on the motion.
Yeas - 3 (Hunt, Levine, Hozza)
Nays - 2 (Maddox, Tedesco)
Motion failed of adoption.
Councilman Maddox again stated he would support a sunset amendment at a later date
and he urged adoption today.
Roll call on adoption of the ordinance.
Yeas - 3 (Levine, Tedesco, Hozza)
Nays - 2 (Hunt, Maddox)
At the question of President Hozza, Mr. Starr said the prevailing side would be
those persons who voted no on the motion because the motion failed.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the action be reconsidered.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that this ordinance andthe following ordinance be laid
over two weeks to August 14th, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
C.E. No. 272987. FINAL ADOPTION.
An ordinance amending Chapter 475 of the Legislative Code pertaining to unlawful
dissemination of materials which are harmful to minors.
The ordinance was laid over to August 14th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273335. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 6 of the Administrative Code entitled "Dept. of Public
Works" and providing for its reorganization.
Mr. Eggum of the Public Works Department appeared to explain the ordinance and
answer questions and Councilman Hozza noted that he has read the supporting data
and supports the ordinance and there were no questions from other Council Members.
The ordinance was laid over to August 7th for Final Adoption.
C.E. No. 273377. SECOND READING.
An ordinance granting permission to Flintkote Co. to construct and maintain a
communication cable across E. 7th St. at 1120 E. 7th St.
Laid over to August 2nd for Third Reading.
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C.F. No. 273416. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 108 of the Legislative Code pertaining to truck and
wagon scales and registration of weighers and repealing Chapter 109 entitled
"Weights and Measures, City Sealer".
Laid over to August 7th for Second Reading.
C.E. No. 273417. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 147.12 of the Legislative Code entitled "Interference
with use of Meters". (Increases fees for parking meters closed due to building
construction, etc.)
Laid over to August 7th for Second Reading.
Claim of Hiram Douglas, Jr. by Attorney Edward Donohue, 760 Northwestern National
Bank Bldg., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on July 26, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of John Lorsung by Attorney Stewart Perry, 1625 Park Avenue, Minneapolis,
Minnesota, filed on July 24, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Margaret T. Mortinson, 538 Annapolis, W. Mendota Heights, Minnesota, filed
on July 25, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Wm. E. Sandberg, 1738 Blair Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
July 27, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mary Ann Washington, 958 Marshall, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on July 27,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Timothy Pitcher, 865 Deppe St., West St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
July 27, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Petition to rezone from RT -1 to I-1, Lots 8 and 9, Block 5, College Park Addn.
at 1602 and 1606 Carroll.
Referred to the Finance Department for check as to sufficiency.
Petition to rezone from RM -2 to I-1, Lots 2 thru 8, and 15 thru 26, Block 1,
D. R. Burbank's Addn. to St. Paul.
Referred to the Finance Department for check as -to sufficiency.
Administrative Orders:
D 4989 - Extend time of completion on contract for Construction of an Ornamental
Street Lighting System in Block 36 - Mears Apts.
D 4990 —Approval of Workers Compensation to Philip Korlath, employee of
the Dept. of Water.
C.F. No. 273418.
Resolution approving appointments as listed to a task force for the St. Paul
Public Library for purposes of a preparation for a five-year plan for the Library.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273419.
Resolution approving the appointment by the Mayor of Clark Armstead to the
Planning Commission to fill the unexpired term of Jean McGinley, said term
to expire September 15, 1980.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273420.
Resolution accepting a gift of $10,000 from the Dayton -Hudson Co. in support
of the Negotiated Investment Strategy Program (NIS).
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273421.
Resolution accepting a gift of $10,000 from the St. Paul Foundation in support
of the Negotiated Investment Strategy Program (NIS).
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273422.
Resolution accepting the proposed Plat of S & L Estates.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
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C.F. No. 273423.
Resolution accepting the proposed Plat of Wiggins Oak Hills.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273424.
Resolution granting House Drain Contractor license.�to Chas. Rosenberger, dba A.C.G.
Mechanical, Inc.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273425.
Resolution granting sewer service refund to firms as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco returned to the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273426.
Resolution declaring the sanitary sewer located in Pearl St. near Bayless Ave.
to be a public sewer and under the care and maintenance of the Dept. of Public Works.
(Cynthia A. Urman, petition)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273427.
Resolution approving a lease and joint use agreement between the City of St. Paul
and I.S.D. #625 for the City's lease and joint use of the new Baker Multi -Service
Center AND various portions of Cherokee Elementary School.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273428.
Resolution approving a lease and joint use agreement between the City and
I.S.D. 9625 for the City's lease and joint use of the new North -End Multi -
Service Center AND various portions of Washington Jr. High School.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273429.
Preliminary Order for the grading, paving, constructing of concrete curb and gutter
and construction of storm water drainage facilities on Cohansey St. from St. Paul
& Northern Pacific Ry. Co. to Wheelock Pkwy. AND the proposed E - W street
from Cohansey St. to Arundel St. (extended) AND Arundel St. from St. Paul & Northern
Pacific Ry. Co. to Ivy Ave. AND Ivy Ave. from Arundel St. (extended) to Western Ave.
AND setting date of public hearing for Aug. 21, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273430.
Preliminary Order for the construction of water main and water service connections
on Cohansey St. from the St. Paul and Northern Pacific Ry. Co. to Wheelock Pkwy. \
AND the proposed E -W street from Cohansey St. to Arundel St. from the St. Paul
and Northern Pacific Ry. Co. to Ivy Ave. AND Ivy Ave. from Arundel St. (extended)
to Western Ave. AND setting the date of public hearing for August 21, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273431.
Preliminary Order for the construction of sanitary sewer and sewer service connection
on Cohansey St. from St. Paul and Northern Ry. Co. to Wheelock Pkwy. AND the
proposed E -W street from Cohansey St. to Arundel St. (extended) AND arundel St. from
St. Paul and Northern Pacific Ry. Co. to Ivy Ave. AND Ivy Ave. from Arundel St.
(extended) to Western Ave. AND setting date of public hearing for August 21, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273432.
Preliminary Order for the opening, widening and extending parts of Cohansey St.,
Arundel St. and the east -west street between Cohansey St. and Arundel St. by
taking parts as listed of Cottage Homes Addn. AND condemning and taking an easement
for drainage purposes on the Ry. right-of-way in the vacinity of Cohansey and
proposed Arundel AND condemning and taking an easement in the land necessary for
the slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the improvements in parts of Cohansey,
Arundel and Ivy Streets as listed AND setting date of public hearing for August 219 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273433.
Resolution approving assessment for the reconstruction of curb and sidewalk on '
the west side of Wabasha St. from 5th to 6th St. AND setting date of public hearing
for August 21, 1979. (P.O. 269463)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
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57698.
July 31st, 1979.
C.F. No. 273434.
Resolution approving assessment for the reconstruction of curb and sidewalk on
the west side of St. Peter St. from 9th St. to W. Exchange St. AND setting date
of public hearing for August 21, 1979. (P.O. 271112)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273435.
Resolution approving assessment for the reconstruction of curb, areaways and
sidewalk on the west side of Western Ave. from Selby Ave. to the south 120'
AND setting date of public hearing for August 21, 1979. (P.O. 271340)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273436.
Resolution approving assessment for constructing sidewalk on the north side of
Sims Ave. from Flandrau St. west 132' abutting 939 Flandrau St. AND setting
date of public hearing for August 21, 1979. (P.O. 271342)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza asked to be excused from Council on Thursday, August 2nd, and
Councilman Levine moved that the request be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox referred to an agreement that there be a discussion on the Police
Chief selection when a City Attorney opinion is received and he moved that such
a discussion be scheduled for Tuesday, August 14th.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adnntad. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Copies sent to Councilmen /7
Minutes approved by Council d/ F/'7 9
57699.
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
7:30 P.M.
\ July 31st, 1979
IOWA HI -RISE - 1743 E. IOWA AVE.
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 7:35 P.M.
Present - Councilwomen Hunt, Showalter, Councilman Maddox, Vice President Tedesco.. ..4
Absent - Councilwoman Butler, Councilman Levine, President Hozza...3 (Councilman Levine
and President Hozza arrived at a point during the meeting.)
Hearing was called to consider the District 2 Plan.
Tom Zahn of the Planning Staff reviewed the Plan and some of the proposals as they
related to the Phalen Shopping Center,.the Hillcrest Shopping area, the Furness Park-
way and the plan for vacant land.
Mr. Helemas, Chairman of District 2, described how the plan was formulated.
Mr. D.C. Hoffman described prints showing the proposed improvement of the Furness
Parkway with walkways, bikeways, benches, trees, etc.
Councilmen.Hozza and Levine arrived at this point in the meeting.
Mr. Hoffman said they have requested an $11,000. grant for a pedestrian and bike path
and hope for implementation during 1980.
An unidentified man expressed concern over what will happen to the Furness Park and
he said he thinks it will be -a hangout for children and he can't see putting all that
money into an outdoor beer garden for children.
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks the plan looks exciting but some parks are attractive
nuisances and if a problem develops the city would have to take steps to improve the
situation.
Mr. Helemas said the Furness Park matter is a standing Committee report at every Community
Council meeting.
Mr. Hoffman said the Furness Park proposal has received a lot of attention and he thinks
the neighbors will watch activities around the park and report any problems.
Councilwoman Showlater said she also thinks the development of the Furness Park is
exciting and thinks the people will watch the area.
Councilman Levine said he thinks there has also been a problem with unimproved areas
and this plan is good and well studied.
The undentified man said he thinks the area will create problems with hangouts and \
vandalism.
Councilman Maddox said we cannot blame vandalism on the -,parks and he thinks the design
is good and will support.
Mr. Hellemas said that he thinks some of the zoning in the area might be changed
to be more conducive to development.
Councilman Hozza referred to the new zoning code adopted some time ago and to both
up and down zoning and to constant changes and he said he could see the possibility
of the District Council working with the Planning Department on rezoning some of
the property through the forty acre procedure.
Mr. Hellemas also expressed concern about implementation by a developer after rezoning
and Mr. Bellus, the Planning Administrator, explained planned unit development and
how the code could possibly be amended to have this apply to smaller- tracts of land.
No one else appeared and Councilman Tedesco moved that the public hearing oe closed and
the discussion limited to Council members.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the appropriate resolution be prepared approving the
District 2 Plan and that the resolution be placed on the agenda two weeks from today
on August 14, 1979. Councilwoman Hunt commended the people of the area for a considera-
ble amount of time and work on the District proposal and plans.
Roll call on the motion.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Tedesco also commended the people of the area and the Planning Staff for
the District Plan and he said he thinks the Furness Park proposal is better then a
proposal some years ago for a highway use.
(Discussion continued to the following page.)
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July 31st,
(Discussion continued from the previous page.)
The unidentified man asked about discussion an other items such as taxes, etc. and was
told some of the staff people and others would be available after the meeting for
a more general discussion on items not related to the District 2 Plan.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
August 1st, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT11OUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President.-Hozza at 9:10 A.M.
Present - Councilwomen Hunt, Showalter, Councilmen Maddox, Tedesco, Mr. President Hozza...5
Absent - Councilwoman Butler, Councilman Levine...2
d to Entertain -
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License
atltheesame address. (Albert
went Enterprises, Inc. at 369 Cedar Street to Alro,
0. t Entise notified to attend.) The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273437•uor License, Sunday On Sale Liquor License,
Resolution granting transfer of On Sale Liquor Cigarette License from
Class C2 -Restaurant, Tavern, Off Sale Malt Beverage and
Entertainment Enterprises, Inc. at 369 Cedar Street to rAbstentionsthelsa(Councilman
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0 Maddox)
le Malt Beverage
icenses
Application for Clifford Muller Mtransfer of th
the641 On
Sa Streets to AlexC-Mellgrencatlthe esamouse address.
issued to
ce
(Alex C. Mellgren notified to attend.) The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273438.
Resolution granting transfer of a Class C 2 -Restaurant and On Sale Malt
Beverage License and Cigarette Location License from Clifford L. Muller at 1641 Rice
Street to Alex C. Mellgren attheeas
Same address. - 0
Adopted. ay they ave Mr.
k, said
Mr. Richard Aretz, attorney representing
eprese tinor half ofathe cOn Sale Liquor dLicense of the
Starr, the City Attorney, a reserve this license in
Blue Moon bar and he said he is requesting the Council to p
order that it can be returned to Mr. Radnino
problem
Councilman Hozza said he assumes there is no proncerning the issuance of a
until the end of the license
period at which time a decision will have to be made co
license.
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point.
Councilman Hozza referred to two ordinances considered yesterday re pertaining to the
disseminatio�oofbmaterials
to minors
and
e sai these
d atthe mattCityers
we Counciltand shessuggested
Committe on the
that they be referred back to Committee for consideration and possible amendment.
Councilwoman Hunt
aiand it hesitant
t trefehat thmatterecould rs cagain k to Cbe�discussed hat
out the author present
tomorrow's City Council meeting.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the meeting be journed.
Yeas -4 Nas-0
Adopted. r n Nr
Copies sent to UounciiWcLL,_
Minutes approved by Council
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57702.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL.
10:00 A.M.
August 2nd, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Mr. Vice President Tedesco ... 4
Absent Councilmen Butler, Hunt, Mr. President Hozza...3
Hearing was held to consider the adoption of the District 467 Plan.
Dorothy Schlesselman of the Planning Staff reviewed the:plan and Sandy Morris
of District 467 urged its adoption.
Councilwoman Showalter said District 467 should be commended for bringing all the
groups together on this plan.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the plan.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Hearing was held to consider the appeal of Prairie Chicken, Inc. to a decision
of the Board of Zoning Appeals affecting property at White Bear Avenue and Old
Hudson Road.
It was noted that the Planning Staff had recommended denial of the appeal and the
Board of Zoning Appeals concurred unanimously in the recommendation.
Mr. Vice President Tedesco asked if anyone was present and wanted to be heard on
behalf of the appellant and no one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved that the appeal be denied.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273333. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16550.
An ordinance amending Chapter 424 of the Legislative Code pertaining to applications
and examinations for civil Service employment; prohibiting certain acts and
providing penalties therefor.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273334. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. N0. 16551.
An ordinance amending Section 124.02 of the Legislative Code pertaining to parkways.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273439. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Section 74.13(f) of the St. Paul Legislative Code by providing
for punitive damages for violations of Chapter 74.
Laid over to August 9th for Second Reading._
C.F. No. 273377. THIRD READING.
An ordinance granting permission to Flintkote Co. to construct and maintain
a communication cable across E. 7th St. at 1120 E. 7th St.
Laid over to August 9th for Final Adoption.
Claim of Auto Owners Insurance Co., 4005 West 65th Street, Suite 46220, Edina,
Minnesota, filed on July 30, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Renee. Wiger, 25 Ludlow Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
July 31, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Amended petition to rezone property at 1605 Christie Place aka Lots 1, 2, and
Lots 27 through 30, Meyers Subdivision of the E. 31 of Block 3, Kerwins Outlots.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Petition to rezone property at 805 Hudson Road aka William Subdivision north of
Hudson Road of Lots 14 thru 16, Block 57.
Referred to the Finance Department for check as to sufficiency.
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57703.
August 2nd, 1979
Letter of the Director of the Dept. of Finance & Management Services reporting the
petition of the HRA to rezone Lots 9 and 10, Block 82, St. Anthony Park is
sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Letter of the Director of the Dept. of Finance and Management Services reporting
the petition of the HRA to rezone Lots 19 and 20, Block 83, St, Anthony Park is
sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Letter of the Director of Finance and Management Services reporting the petition of
the HRA to rezone Lots 1 and 2 and part of Lot 3, Hoard's Subdivision is sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Letter of the Director of the Dept. of Finance and Management Services reporting the
petition of the HRA to rezone Lots 10 and 11, Block 81, St. Anthony Park is
sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Administrative Orders:
D 4991 - Payment of $48.86 from the Workers Compensation Account to Beverly
McIlhargey, Dept. of Finance & Management Services employee.
D 4992 - Payment of $564.30 from the Workers Compensation Account to Richard
Gruber, Dept. of Community Services employee.
D 4993 - Payment of $5,319 from the Workers Compensation Account to E. Guy
Parker, Water Dept. employee.
D 4994 - Payment of $125.40 from the Workers Compensation Account to Joseph
Nelson, Dept. of Public Works employee.
Resolution amending the Salary Plan and Rates of Compensation resolution by
inserting new hourly schedule for Parking Lot Guard (Schools) in Section II B.
(First Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval).
Laid over to August 9th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending terms and conditions of the 1978-1979 Maintenance Labor Agreements
between the City of St. Paul and I.S.D. X1625 and the Sheet Metal Workers \
International Association Local 76. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends
approval).
Laid over to August 9th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Accounting
Technician I -Renewal in Section 3.L, Grade 30, Technical Group AND amending
Section 32 by applying the present specifications for the title Accounting
Technician I to transfer employee from the St. Paul H.R.A. in the position of
Accounting Technician I -Renewal. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends
approval).
Laid over to August 9th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Disbursement
Auditing Supervisor from Section 33, Grade 38, Clerical Group and inserting
the title in Grade 36 AND amending Section 32 by striking the present specifications
for the title Disbursement Auditing Supervisor and substituting in lieu thereof
new specifications. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval).
Laid over to August 9th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Project
Manager Assistant from Section 3.J, Grade 7, Professional/Administrative Non -
Supervisors Group and substituting in lieu thereof the title Project Manager
I AND amending Section 32 by striking the specifications for the title Project
Manager Assistant and inserting in lieu thereof the specifications for the
title Project Manager I. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval).
Laid over to August 9th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the present specifications
and substituting new specifications in Section 32 for the title Project Manager
IV. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval).
Laid over to August 9th for Second Reading and Ad_o4tion.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Project Manager
II in Grade 10 and Project Manager III in Grade 16 of Section 3.J, Professional
Administrative Non -Supervisors Group AND amending Section 32 by inserting
their specifications. (First Reading; Finance Comm. recommends approval).
Laid over to August 9th for Second Reading and Adoption.
57704./
August 2nd, 1979.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Substitute
Library Technician from Section 3.M, Special Employment Group and substituting
in lieu thereof the title Substitute Library Specialist AND amending Section 32 by the
striking of specifications for the title Substitute Library Specialist. (First
Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval).
Laid over to August 9th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Zoning Specialist
in Section 3.J, Grade 14, Professional -Administrative Non -Supervisors Group
AND inserting its specifications in Section 32. (First Reading; Finance Committee
recommends approval). and Adoption.
Laid over to August 9th for Second Reading_
C.F. No. 273440.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring the am ount of $140,072
from Contingent Reserve -Specified to Dept. of Community Services -Public
Health Administration. (Model Cities Health Program; Finance Committee recommends
approval). Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 4
C.F. No. 2733441.
Resolution creating a ten member Advisory Committee on Native American Affairs.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273442.
Resolution approving the reappointment of Susan McCloskey to the Metropolitan
Airports Commission for a term to expire on July 1, 1981.
Councilman Levine said he is pleased to support this appointment and Ms. McCloskey
has done a very good job and is the only person on the commission who has
close
to the noise impacted area. He said at the last Air Sound Abatement Committee Meeting
it was pointed out that she has done a very good job.
Councilman Tedesco said Ms. McCloskey brings to the MAC what Councilwoman Butler
brought to the Council being an air of independency.
Councilwoman Showalter said Ms. McCloskey is extremely conscientious and she is happy
to support the reappointment.
Roll call on the resolution. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273443.\
Resolution authorizing execution of an agreement between the City and Ramsey
Action Programs, Inc. wherein RAP will pay the City the sum of $12,820 for
r
expenses incurred in a Summery Recreation Program.
Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273444.
Resolution releasing Universal Surety Co. from any claims in connection with
the remodeling of portions of the Education and Research Bldg. at the St. Paul
Ramsey Medical Center.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273445.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273446.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273447.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273448.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273449
Resolution granting transfer of Laundry -Dry Cleaning Plant License from C.M.
Cole Co. at 1439 N. ClevelandtoRobert W. House at Nayshe same address.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273450.
Resolution granting transfer of Beauty Shop License from Lois F. Glass at
442 E. Geranium Ave. to Lois F. Glass at 1695 E. Seventh St.
Adopted..
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
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57705.
\, August 2nd, 1979.
C.F. No. 273451.
Resolution granting transfer for General Repair Garage License from Walter C.
Carlson at 164 No. Snelling Ave. to Earth Plus, Inc. at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273452.
Resolution authorizing a Radio Maintenance Services Agreement with the St. Paul
Ramsey Medical Center Commission, whereby the City's Police Dept. will service
the Commission's mobile and stationary radio equipment.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273453.
Resolution authorizing a Lease Agreement with N.W. Auto Brokers for furnishing
various motor vehicles for use by units of the City's Police Dept.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273454.
Resolution authorizing a Lease Agreement with Crosby American Properties, Inc.
for property in the vicinity of Municipal Stadium.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273455.
Resolution authorizing an application to the State of Minnesota for conveyance
of certain tax forfeited lands described as Lots 12 and 13, Block 5 of
Marshall's Division of College Place.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273456.
Resolution granting license to Martin Auto Livery, Inc. to operate four motor
vehicles as auto liveries within the City of St. Paul.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273457.
Resolution granting one taxicab license to Robert Gordon dba City Wide Cab.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
It was noted that a Planning Commission Staff person had contacted the District 16
Representatives and they recommend that the hearing on the District 16 Plan be
held at a regular City Council Meeting in August.
Councilwoman Showalter moved that a date of hearing be set for August 30th at the
regular 10:00 A.M. City Council Meeting.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
It was noted that a date of hearing for September 4th at 7:30 P.M. had been set
to consider the Gillette Hospital property matter and it is now recommended that the
place of hearing be the Arlington Hills Lutheran Church.
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the place of hearing be changed from the Council
Chambers to the Arlington Hills Lutheran Church.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
After a short discussion it was agreed that a quorum is not expected at the Tuesday,
August 7th, Council Meeting and Councilwoman Showalter moved that the hearings
scheduled for Tuesday, August 7th, be laid over until Tuesday, August 14th.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
J 0 U R N f D AT 10.-/7 A.M.
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57706. /
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
August 7th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAFERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
No Quorum.
No Meeting
(Council members attended funeral of Councilwoman Rosalie Butler.)
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
August 8th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
Present - Mr. Vice President Tedesco...I
Absent - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Mr. President Hozza...5
No Quorum.
No Meeting.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
August 9th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox ... 3
Absent - Councilmen Showalter, Tedesco, Mr. President Hozza... 3
No Quorum.
No Meeting.
57707
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
August 14th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza...5
Absent - Councilman Levine...1
Approval of Minutes of City Council Meetings of July 17, 189 19, 24, and July 259
1979.
Councilman Tedesco moved thattheeas
minutes be approved. Nays 0
Adopted.
Appeal of John Finley to a decision of the Board of Zoning Appeals and Planning
Commission concerning a special condition use permit issued to Alternative Homes,
Inc. at the north east corner of Albemarle and Maryland.
Councilman Tedesco suggested a thirty day continuance and Councilman Maddox said
he would support the request for a continuance but would like clarification on
voting procedures.
estion is whether a thirty day lay over is an unreasonable
Councilman Hozza said the qu
delay.
Councilman Tedesco moved that the matter be continued for thirty days.
Councilman Hozza asked if a thirty day lay over is an unreasonable delay and
Mr. Martin of the City Attorney's Office said that is a fact question but he thinks
under the circumstances with a vacancy on the Council they think they can defend a
thirty day delay.
Councilman Hozza said he will not support the motion and he said the Council has bent
over backwards on this matter already.
Councilwoman Hunt referred to her previous vote on reconsideration and Councilman aerlozza
said the matter was reconsidered and now any motion concerning this item is p p y
before the City Council.
Councilwoman Hunt said she would not support a delay unless the petitioner indicates
it is not a hardship.
Mr. Rod said they have been working on this matter since January and a delay woul
work a hardship on the program.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Martin said if no action is taken the \
position of the Board of Zoning Appeals would stand.
Councilwoman Showalter said she thinks a delay is unreasonable but because of the
vacancy on the Council it is an unusual situation.
Roll call on the motion to lay
ethe
as matter over for thirty ddays.
Adopted.
Hearing was held on the petition of Thomas and Lorraine Walden to rezone property
at the southeast corner of Hewitt and Griggs.
Mr. Larry Jung of the Planning Staff reviewed this matter and said the Current
Planning and Zoning Committee and Planning Commission recommended approval of
rezoning the property to RT -2.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval f She rezoning to RT--2.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273458. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of installing a public water main on Russell St. from York Avenue to
95' south of York Avenue, under P.O. 273269.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of She order. Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273459. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of the assessment for constructing the Cherokee -Ottawa Storm Sewer
System, under P.O. 265572.
No one appeared.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of5the resolution. - 0
Adopted.
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August 14th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273460. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of the assessment for Summary Abatements the period of December 1,
ts for
1978 thru March 31, 1979. eared resenting Ms. LaRose
Tom Wyder of Legal Assistance of Ramsey County app representing
at 54 W. Sycamore and he reviewed the case of the unsanitary condition on the
lie
property and the subequent ortivesserviceslfor Ms.ean up bLaRosecandy the ity•also as rehabilitation grantid they have obtaineaande
necessary Suppp
he urged that the $570 assessment be waived.
Mr. Davis from Maplewood appeared in support of the request to waive the assessment
and said he thinks the LaRose property is not in bad condition and the assessment
is unreasonable.
Mr. Staffenson of the Housing Code Division reviewed the case, circulated pictures,
and explained their attempts to relocate the individual.
Councilman Hozza said he thinks the Council could consider a reduction as a hardship
and Councilman Tedesco moved that the assessment be reduced from $570 to $400 and
that amount be deferred until the property is sold.- 0
Adopted. Yeas - 5
Nays No one else appeared on the resolution.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution as amended.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273461. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of the assessment for Boarding -Up and Demolition for the period of
December 1, 1978 thru March 31, 1979.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Yeas - 51 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a structure at
890 Iglehart.
Mr. Strohkirch of the Housing Code Division appeared and said yesterday the property
was sold and the owner is out of town but has started to remodel it and he suggested
that the matter be laid over for two weeks.
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the! matter be continued for two we
to Auguste_
Adopted. Yeas - `i Nays - 0
Appeal of M. E. Evenson to a Summary Abatement Order of the Housing Code Division
affecting property at 677 York Avenue.
sing Code Division appeared and said the matter has been
Mr. Strohkirch of the Hou
Showalter moved thatthet
the matter be laid over indefinitely.
Yeas -
disposed of and Councilwoman
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273462. FINAL ORDIIt•
In the matter of acquiring Lot 8, Black 1, Kaufhold's Addition except the east 150
feet of the north 62 feet for a storm water ponding area, under P.O. 273265.
water problems
Mr. Schultz, 1918 E. Maryland said he has lems and he thinks additional
apartments would create more problems. He also expressed concern about a ditch which
is creating a problem for him and he was informed by the Public Works Staff that the
ditch will be filled in when the property is acquired.
n.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolutioNays - 0 Abstention - 1 (Tedesco)
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273463. FINAL ORDER-
In the matter of grading and paving Doswell Ave. from Berry St. to Trunk Highway
#280, under P.O. 273267.
(See adoption and discussion below)
C.F. No. 273464.
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of condemning an easement for slopes, cuts and fills in connection
ry St. to Trunk Highway 4F280,
with the grading and paving of Doswell Avenue from Ber
under P.O. 273268.
James Bettenburg, Attorney representing the Costello Corporation, said he feels
they will derive no benefit from the improvement and don't want it and he objected
to the assessment formula proposed by the Valuation Engineer and he urged that the
orders be referred back to the Public Works Committee for further consideration.
Councilman Maddox said the Public Works Committee heard the matter and asked the
Public Works Department to work out the best agreement possible.
A report of the rthe assessme
ovaltofnthe the subject toineer was read then recommendation oftthedValuati.onan
Maddox moved app
Engineer on the assessments. lityort of the improvement.
Mr. Firestone, Attorney representincuMetals, spoke in support
Roll call on the motion to approve
eas - 5heordersNays - 0
Adopted.
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111 August 14th, 1979.
Hearing was held on the improvement consisting of grading and paving, constructing
curb and gutter, and constructing storm water drainage facilities on Field Avenue
from Prior Avenue to approximately 230 feet east and constructing sanitary sewer
on Field Avenue. It was noted that the purpose of this hearing is because the
bids have come in more than 10 percent higher than the estimates outlined at the
public hearing on the final order.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved that the city proceed with the improvements.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Hearing on the improvement consisting of grading and paving the north -south alley
in Block 2, Como Addition.
It was noted that the purpose of this hearing is because the bids came in over
10 percent higher than the estimates outlined at the public hearing on the final
order.
A man at 971 Como Boulevard questioned the affect of the improvement on his
garage and Mr. Eggum said the alley is being constructed to avoid the garage and
an assessment is proposed against the property. eared
Mr. Pearson, 977 E. Como Boulevard and Mrs. Schaffer, 963 Como Boulevard, app
in support of the improvement because of the increased traffic on E. Como Boulevard.
Councilwoman Showalter moved Ythat eas the City proceed with the improvement.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273335.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16552.
An ordinance amending Chapter 6 of the Administrative Code entitled Dept.
of Public Works" and providing for its reorganization.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.E. NA 273377.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. No. 16553.
An ordinance granting permissior. to Flintkote Co. to construct and maintain a
communication cable across E.7th Sts at 1120 E. Seventh Nays - St.
Adopted. Yeas
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the rules be suspended pertaining to the order of
business and to consider items alt-ot oe the agenda.
Nays - 0
Adopted.
Mr. Peter Hames, representing the Mayor, appeared and submitted the Mayor's Proposed \
Budget for 1980.
Councilwoman Hunt said the extent of cooperation between the Mayor's Office and the
Council staff was very good this year and she suggested a discussion on the Council's
role and suggested adoption of the tentative schedule of Finance Committee Meetings
with the City Council Public Hearing to be scheduled on September 20th at 7:00 P.M.
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
Councilwoman Hunt moved adoption of the proposed budget timetable.
Adopted.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273465.
Resolution adopting the "Early Notification Policy". (Recommended for approval y
the Legislation Committee)
Lynn McDaniel said she appears as a member of the Tenants Union and they are
to the asking
that notification be extended to tenants of buildings where an app
Board
of Appeals is involved.
s received a resolution from the Tenants Union on this
Councilman liozza said he ha
matter and he suggested it be referred to the City Attorney for drafting f the
proper resolution.
Councilman Tedesco so moved. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted. erson to person
Mr. Cockriel of the License Division said under this proposal and Ms. Kristofferson
transfers of licenses would take up to eighty days to p
said they are not asking for any additional notice that is not already given.
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
Councilman Hozza suggested that the resolution be adopted as proposed and that
Ms. Kristofferson and Mr. Carchedi work together on possible modification.
Roll call on the resolution. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
57710.
August 14th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273466.
Resolution granting the petition of Richard J. Paradise, et al, for the vacation
of part of Fulton St.
A report of the Valuation Engineer was read recommending that the compensation
originally proposed as $7,965 be changed to $5,925.
Mr. Schaffer appeared and expressed dissatisfaction with the method of determining
the compensation and said he feels the Valuation Engineer started with the wrong
base.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the recommendation of the Valuation Engineer
for a change in compensation.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Roll call on the resolution as amended.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273467.
Resolution adopting the District 2 Plan.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273468.
Resolution concurring in the appointment by the Mayor of Councilman David Hozza
as a member of the Port Authority to fill the unexpired term of Rosalie Butler
which term expires July 31, 1981.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Letter of West End Business Professional Association complaining of lack of
rehabilitation efforts to Brooks' property formerly located on Banfil St. now on
W. Seventh St. between Goodhue and Superior Streets.
Mr. Ford of the PID Staff said one of the problems involving this property has
been solved but now they are faced with another problem and propose to pursue the
matter legally.
Councilman Tedesco moved that the letter be referred to the HRA Staff.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272986. FINAL ADOPTION.
An ordinance amending Chapter 438 of the Legislative Code pertaining to unlawful
display to minors of indecent publications, pictures or articles.
Councilman Maddox said he was with the understanding that this ordinance and the
following ordinance were amended the last time they were before the City Council
and he moved that the two ordinances be placed on tomorrows agenda.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that this ordinance and the following ordinance be
amended to include the sunset clause. After some discussion Councilman Maddox
withdrew his motion and Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the amendment to both
ordinances.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt moved that this ordinance and the following ordinance be laid
over for three weeks to September 4th for Final Adoption.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272986. FINAL ADOPTION.
An ordinance amending Chapter 475 of the Legislative Code pertaining to unlawful
dissemination of materials which are harmful to minors.
Amended by previous motion and laid over to September 4th, 1979 for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273416. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 108 of the Legislative Code pertaining to truck and
wagon scales and registration of weighers and repealing Chapter 109 entitled
"Weights and Measures, City Sealer".
Laid over to August 16th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273417. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 147.12 of the Legislative Code entitled "Interference
with Use of Meters". (Increases fees for parking meters closed due to building
construction, etc.)
Laid over to August 16th for _Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273439. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Section 74.13(F) of the St. Paul Legislative Code by providing
for punitive damages for violations of Chapter 74.
Laid over to August 16th for Third Reading.
C.E. No. 273469. FIRST READING.
An ordinance granting permission to Omni Development, Inc. to construct, operate,
and maintain ornamental street lights and conduit in right-of-ways of Grand Ave.
and St. Albans St., subject to terms and conditions.
Laid over to August 21st for Second Reading.
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C.F. No. 273470. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance #13537 pertaining to Truck Routes and
deleting parts as listed.of Mississippi and Arkwri.ght Streets and of
Jessamine Ave.
Laid over to August 21st for Second Reading_._
C.F. No. 273471. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the zoning code in rezoning property located
on the north side of Jenks between Westminster and Arkwright, alta Lots 35 thru
37, Block 1, Cooper's Addition..
Laid over to August 21st for SecondReading.
C.F. No. 273472. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the zoning code in rezoning property located
on the east side of Kennard between Burns and Suburban, aka part of Lot 11,
Block 1, Target -East St. Paul Addn.
Laid over to August 21st for Second Reading.
Claim of American Family Insurance Group, 6131 Blue Circle Dr., Minneapolis, Minnesota,
filed on August 3, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Joyce Kennedy, 194 N. McCarons Blvd., Roseville, Minnesota, filed on
August 1, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Reuben Neal, 894 Iglehart Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on August 1, 1979,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Florence Nordstrom by Attorney L. Chas. Peterson, 871 E. Seventh St.,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on August 1, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Odell Robinson, 175 Biglow, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on August 1, 1979,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Royden E. Tull, 144 W. Robie, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on August 6, 1979,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Order No. 63078 of the State Commissioner of Transportation releasing a Haul Road
designation in connection with Trunk Highway No. 3.
Referred to the Public Works Department.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting that the petition of the City for the
vacation of the south !I of vacated alley adjoining and Lots 7 and 8, Block 3,
Brunson's Addition to town of St. Paul is in proper form and signed by the
requisite number of property owners.
Filed.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting that the petition of Darrell P. Butler
to vacate part of Mystic St. is in proper form and signed by the requisite number
of property owners.
Filed.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending that the Council set a date of
hearing for September 4, 1979, to consider the petition of Donald and Margery
Turek to vacate part of Magoffin lying between Railroad right-of-way and Colette
Place.
Councilwoman Showalter moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending that the Council set a date of hearing
for September 4, 1979 to consider the petition of Shepard Park Development for
the vacation of Springfield Street.
Councilwoman Showalter moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 5
Letter of the Ramsey -Washington Metro Watershed District transmitting the Engineers
Feasibility Report for Improvements along Battle Creek.
Filed.
57712.
August 14th, 1979.
Letter of Mayor Latimer submitting North --End District 6 Plan.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that a date of hearing be set for September 10th, 1979
at 7:00 P.M. at Washington Jr. High School.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Administrative Orders;
D 4995 - Addition of $1,860.00 to contract for Seventh Place Phase I Improvements.
D 4996 - Authorization to proceed with property acquisition for South of Front
Acquisition Phase III in North End District 6.
D 4997 - Approval of temporary appointments between August 3 and August 17 within
the Finance Dept. in the absence of the Director and others.
D 4998 - Extending time of completion for contract of Irvine Park Retaining Wall,
District 419.
for the contract allowing construction of the
D 4999 - Addition of $1,375.96
Orchard Recreation Center.
D 5000 - Addition of $10,770.50 for City Hall Annex Phase I.
D 5001 - Approval of Workers' Compensation to Mark Long, employee of the Dept.
of Fire and Safety Services.
D 5002 - Approval of Workers' Compensation to David Abrahamson, employee of the
Dept. of Fire and Safety Services.
D 5003 - Approval of Workers' Compensation to James Tucker, employee of Dept.
of Fire and Safety Services.
D 5004 - Extending time for completion on contract known as Warner Rd. and
Childs Road Interchange.
D 5005 - Extending time of completion for contract known as Storm Water Ponding
Areas; Hyacinth -Westminster Pond "A" and Arlington-Arkwright Pond "B".
D 5006 - Extending time of completion for contract known as Westminster Street
from Maryland Ave. to Larpenteur Ave.
0 mile
r hour
D 5007 - fromo150efeet msouth ofoval of 2Magnolia eAve. tos150dfeet enorth tofnJesrcade t
Authrizs samineAve.
C.F. No. 273473.
y Plan and Rates of Compensation resolution by
Resolution amending the Salar
inserting new hourly schedule for Parking Lot Guard (Schools) in Section II B.
(Second Reading and Adoption; recommended for approval by Finance Committee)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273474.
Resolution amending terms and conditions of the 1978-1979 Maintenance Labor
f St. Paul and I.S.D. 41625 and tTMetal
Workers
Agreements between the City oecommendedforapproval
International Assn. Local 76. (Second Reading and Adoption;
by Finance Committee)
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273475.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Accounting
Technician I -Renewal in Section 3.L, Grade 30, Technical Group AND amending
Section 32 by applying the present specifications for the title Accounting
Technician I to transfer employee from the St. Paul H.R.A. in the position
nd f
Accounting Technician I -Renewal. (Second Reading and Adoption;
for approval by Finance Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273476.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Disbursement
Auditing Supervisor from Section 3.B, Grade 38, Clerical Group and inserting
the title in Grade 36 AND amending Section 32 by striking the present specifications
for the title Disbursement Auditing Supervisor and substituting in lieu thereof
new specifications. (Second Reading and Adoption; recommended for approval by
Finance Committee)
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No.273477.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Project Manager
Assistant from Section 3.J, Grade 7, Professional/Administrative Non -Supervisors
Group and substituting in lieu thereof the title Project Manager I AND amending
Section 32 by striking the specifications for the title Project Manager Assistant
and inserting in lieu thereof the specifications for the title Project Manager I.
(Second -Reading and Adoption;
YFinance Committee reccommendds approval).
Adopted.
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August 14th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273478. resent specifications
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the p P
and substituting new specifications in Section 32 for the title Project Manager IV.
(Second Reading and Adoption;
Y recommended for approval
Nays by FFinance committee)
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273479.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Project Manager II
in Grade 10 and Project Manager III in Grade 16 of Section 3.J, Professional -
Administrative Non -Supervisors Group AND amending Section 32 by inserting their
specifications. (Second Reading and Adoption; recommended for approval by
Finance Committee)
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273480.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Substitute
Library Technician from Section 3.M, Special Employment Group and substituting
in lieu thereof the title Substitute Library Specialist AND amending Section 32
by the striking of specifications for the title Substitute Library Specialist.
(Second Reading and Adoption;
Y recas ommended for approval -by Finance Committee)
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273481.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Zoning Specialist
in Section 3.J, Grade 14, Professional -Administrative Non -Supervisors Group
AND inserting its specifications in Section 32. (Second Reading and Adoption;
recommended for approval by Finance Committee) Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273482.
Resolution approving designation by the Mayor of Peter G. Hames to serve as
acting Mayor for the period from August 13 to August19th0.
Adopted. Yeas - 5
Nays -C.F. No. 273483. applications of the HRA for abatement and cancellation
Resolution approving the app enation
of assessments for property described in Dept. of Property Taxation App
495869 and 495888.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273484.\
y at 613 Van Buren Ave. to the HRA for disposition.
Resolution conveying propert
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273485.
Resolution releasing a temporary construction easement acquired for the Stella
Street storm sewer by C.F. 271751.5 Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas -
C.E. No. 273486.
Resolution authorizing an agreement with the State Commissioner of Transportation
wherein the State Commissioner of Transportation would act as the City's
agent in obtaining Federal Aid for acquisition of land for the City's Great
River Road Project. yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273487.
Resolution granting permission to Joseph E. and Cheryl Zacharias, 790 McKnight Rd.,
to make a sanitary sewer connection to the City of St. Paul's sewer in McKnight
Road. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273488.ro property known as the
Resolution authorizing acceptance of a deed transferring p P Y
Capitol Centre Plaza from the HRA to the City of St. Paul.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273489.Block 3
Resolution reconveying tax forfeited property described as Lot 9,
Brunson's Addn. back to the State ofCMinnesota. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas -
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August 14th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273490.
Resolution Approving Assessment and award of damages in condemning and taking
an easement in the land necessary for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by
the grading and paving of the alley in Block 1, Auerbach and Hands Addn. AND
setting date of public hearing for Sept. 4, 1979. (P.O. 273004)
Adopted._ Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273491.
Resolution Approving Assessment and approving award of damages in condemning and
taking an easement in the land necessary for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned
by the grading and surfacing of Hawthorne Ave. from Westminster to Arkaright
Streets AND setting date of public hearing for Sept. 4, 1979. (P.O. 272582)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273492.
Resolution Approving Assessment and Award of Damages in the opening, widening and
extending Gabriel Rd. by taking an easement for street purposes on property
as listed AND setting date of public hearing for Sept. 4, 1979. (P.O. 272905)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273493.
Resolution Approving Assessment and Award of Damages in the taking of an easement
for land necessary for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the grading and
surfacing of California Ave. from Payne Ave. to Parkway Dr. AND setting date
of public hearing for Sept. 4, 1979. (P.O. 272871)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273494.
er of Grocery and other licenses from Michael Kadrie
Resolution granting the transf
at 46 E. Fourth St. to Jerry Moore at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273495.
Resolution granting licenses to Robert Gordon. dba City Wide Cab Co. to operate one
taxicab.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273496.
Resolution granting Bingo Game license to Church of St. Bernard.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273497. Z
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273498.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273499.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273500.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas- 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273501.
Resolution granting Building Contractor Licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273502.
Resolution granting Scrap Metal Processor License to Quality Metals, Inc.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273503.
Resolution granting Temporary On Sale Malt Beverage Licenses to organizations
as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273504.
Resolution granting Temporary On Sale Malt Beverage Licenses to organizations
as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
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August 14th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273505.
ing Building Contractor licenses Nayspersons as listed -
Resolution grant
Yeas - 5
C.F. No. 273506. Contractor licenses to persons as listed.
Resolution granting Building Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273507.
Resolution authorizing
Council to members thesBoardgofsDire�ctorsoofrSt fPaul City Wide the Port Authority
ofthe
Development Company. yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273508. lication of the St. Paul Heritage
Resolution supporting the joint grant app
Preservation Commission and Ramsey County Historical Society for Funds to conduct
a community -wide survey of historic sites in the City Nays ofOSt. Paul & Ramsey County.
Adopted.
Yeas - 5
C.F. No. 273509. ym p roving payment of $14,300 to Earl P. Gray for legal assistance
Resolution app a
provided Mr. Jos. Carchedi. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273510.eReview with
Resolution approving actions of the St. Paul Board of Appeals and and
regard to property at 614 Dayton (Stephen J. Barthold, App
Adopted.
Yeas - 5 Nays
C.F. No. 273511. Appeals and Review with
Resolution approving actions of the St. Paul Board of App appellant) and
regard to property at 448-450 Stryker (Mildred R. Grunau,
360 No. Robert (Empire Building Corporation). Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273512.
Resolution approving procedures for filling of a vacancy ro elective
lectiriate a office and
Councilwoman Hunt said the gestedlaspublicdiscuss hearingthe at 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday,
Council President aHozza
vote
suggested August 30th, at the regular Council Meeting
August 29th, with a vote on Thursday, g
and with the last day for filing applications to be the end of the business day
on August 24th.
will amend he resolution in accordance with this schedule.
Councilwoman Hunt said she
Roll call on the resolution as amended. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0 erk be authorized toprep
Adopted. are and publish
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the City Cl
the proper public notice. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273513.
Resolution approving designation of Civil Service Commission for determining
f.
eligible persons for appointment to the office of police chithe applicants to
Councilman Maddox said hstill
forcecandeheealsoothinkslalmember of the committee
ng members of the present police
should have police background.
Councilwoman Hunt said she understands the Council cannot tell the body appointed
ointed
how to proceed.
Thurs
Councilman
Mbeder that
da discussiontwith the City At orney on what the resolution be laid over odirectionsay lcan rbe given
then
to the Civil Service Commission. ested that the resolution be amended
After further discussion Councilman Hozza sugg
to provide that
the consultants se vice Commission
be re(
n the examination of candidatesquested to retain tside professional
ist
law Councilwoman
suggested.
Councilwoman Hunt said she will amend her resolution as sugg
Roll call on the resolution as amended. Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273514.
Resolution approving the issuance of $ 000 Port Authority Revenue Bonds for
550,
financing of the construction of an office and distribution facility for
Scanlan International, Inc. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273515.
Resolution authorizing the issuance of $415,000 Port Authority Revenue Bonds for
financing the construction of a manufacturing addition to the Rood Tool Co.
Facility.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273516.
Resolution amending the contract with the City of St. Paul and the County of
Ramsey whereby the City will provide the County with laboratory services.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273517.
Resolution approving the general format and content of Minnesota Mutual Life
Insurance Company's proposed development of property known as Block C and bounded by
Jackson and Robert and Sixth and Seventh Streets.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273518.
Resolution requesting the State Commissioner of Transportation to install
appropriate signs to "Gannon Road" on T.H. #5 west of the Fort Snelling interchange.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273519.
Resolution approving the conveyance of the following tax forfeited lands, Lot 3,
Block 2, Mackubin and Marshall Addn., part of Lot 3, Block 61, Irvines
Enlargement of Rice and Irvines Addn. to the town of St. Paul, Lot 9, Block 3,
Brunson's Addn. to the HRA.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273520.
Resolution approving payment of $3,009.64 to Leonard Wegwerty and St. Paul Fire
and Marine Insurance Co. and $1,693.60 to Mister Donut from the Tort Liability
Fund in settlement of their respective claims.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273521.
Resolution approving payment of $230.00 to James P. Jesse, Sr., $973.11 to
William Stone, $93.00 to Mrs. Genevieve Donch and $18.77 to Raymond J. Simek from the
Tort Liability Fund in settlement of their respective claims.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273522.
Resolution granting the petition of the HRA for the vacation of parts of Winifred,
Clinton, Robie and Greenwood Streets.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273523.
Resolution granting the petition of James P. Snavely for the vacation of a portion
of Wheeler St. near Morgan Ave. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 5
C.E. No. 273524.
Resolution granting the petition of the St. Paul Jewish Center and the Chicago,
Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad Co. for the vacation of a part of
Wheeler St.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273525.
Resolution designating the week of August 18-24, 1979, as International Typographical
Union Week in St. Paul. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 5
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the ting be adjoNaysurneed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5
I�J n 0 U R JE D1 T'1 :30 P.M.
Counci i t.
Copies sent to Councilme a /%
Minutes approved by Council 9/�/�
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
August 15th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza... 6
Absent - No one.
Application for an On Sale Wine and an On Sale Malt Beverage License by Luka,
Inc. at 777 Grand Avenue. (This matter was laid over from August 8, 1979.
Luka and Mary Vidovic notified to attend).
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273526.
Resolution granting On Sale Wine License, Restaurant, On Sale Malt Beverage and
Cigarette licenses to Luka, Inc. at 777 Grand Avenue.- 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
Nays Application by Mangini, Inc. 1345 E. Rose Avenue, On Sale Liquor Licensee, to
increase the area (patio) for the service of liquor. (Richard A. Mangini notified
to attend).
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273527.
Resolution granting application for change in the area for the service of liquor
to Mangini, Inc., On Sale Liquor License at 1345 E. Rose Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Application by Cusick's, Inc., doing business as Reaney's Bar at 816 Payne Avenue
to increase the area (patio) for the service of liquor. (Michael J. Reaney, Jr.
notified to attend).
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273528.
Resolution granting application for change in the area for the service of liquor
of Cusick's, Inc., On Sale Liquor License at 816 Payne Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Bingo Application - Guadalupe Youth Council, 459 Wabasha Street, 51 periods.
(Rev. Raymond G. Mounsour, Pastor and Marie L. Snyder, Manager, notified to attend).
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273529.
ame license to Guadalupe Youth Council at 459 Wabasha St.
Resolution granting Bingo G
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Application for the transfer of the Off Sale Liquor License issued to Behrens
Liquor Store, Inc., at 472 N. Lexington Avenue to Pep Liquors, Inc., at the same
address. (James L. and Pauline E. Phelps notified to attend).
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273530.
Resolution granting transfer of Off Sale Liquor License, Class D -Original Container,
Off Sale Malt Beverage and Cigarette Licenses from Behrens Liquor Store, Inc. at
472 No. Lexington to Pep Liquors, Inc. at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Application for an On Sale Malt Beverage and Cigarette Licenses to Bernie's, Inc.
rah Horowitz notified to attend).
at 415 N. Wabasha Street. (Allan and Debo
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273531.
Resolution granting On Sale Malt Beverage License and Cigarette license to
Bernie's, Inc. at 415 No. Wabasha St.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
August 15th, 1979. 57718
Request by the Criterion Restaurant, Inc. that a date, October 10, 1979, be set
for a public hearing on their application for the transfer of the On Sale
Liquor, Class C2 -Restaurant and Tavern Licenses issued to them at 739 University
to 857 Grand Avenue. They also make application for Sunday On Sale Liquor License.
(No one notified to attend).
A representative of the District 16 Planning Council urged that the applicant
attend their September 13th District Council Meeting and inform them of the plans.
It was agreed that the applicant should be invited by the License Inspector to
attend the District Council Meeting as requested.
Councilman Levine moved that a date of hearing be set for October 10, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Public Hearing on the application for Class A2 -Grocery and Burcher License and
Class Cl -Restaurant License by David R. Cossetta at 226 Ryan Avenue. (Recommended
for denial by the Division of License and Permit Administration).
Mr. Garvey, Assistant City Attorney, said since the last inspection by the Health
Department the applicant has taken certain steps to correct the situation and he
recommended that the matter be continued for two weeks.
Councilman Levine moved that the matter be continued for two weeks to August 29th.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox asked about the status of the liquor investigation and Councilman
Hozza said he has been trying to contact the Ramsey County Bar Association Committee
that is working on this matter and will inform the Council when he is in receipt
of their letter of recommendation.
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Copies sent to Councilmen
Minutes approved by Council
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
August 16th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza...5
Absent - Councilman Levine...1
Hearing of proposed property acquisition of properties as listed in South of Front
Redevelopment Area, Community Development Program District 6.
An unidentified lady said.she is appearing on behalf of Dorothy Preston and noted that
Ms. Preston has just received a $5,000 grant to acquire the home but has received
a notification for this hearing which is to confirm acquisitions by the HRA.
Mr. Ken Gauthier, Program Manager for the South of Front Redevelopment Area, said he
had talked to Dorothy Preston and her property is.located south of the area under
consideration.
No one else appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved that the City Attorney prepare a resolution authorizing
acquisition of the properties listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273532.
Hearing and resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a building
at 506 S. Smith.
Mr. Tom Strohkirch of the Housing Code Enforcement Office said the property is a /
gas station but has been severely damaged by a fire and since that time it has been
boarded up. He said the awning is hanging loose and there are parts of the building
that could fall over. He noted there had been repeated break ins and continual
complaints from the neighbors about the site.
Mr. Strohkirch said there are indications the Highway Department will be buying the
building.
Mr. Gerald Bell, 1712 Rosewood South, said he is owner of the building and began
to restore it but then got into a conflict with the Highway Department.
Mr. Bell said he would like a postponement for sixty days until some determination
from the Highway Department on their plans is forthcoming.
Councilwoman Hunt said she does not think it is fair to impose this kind of situation
on the neighborhood. She said she can see no reason for a delay and said the Council
should proceed with the matter.
Council President Hozza asked if the Building Departments concern now is the hanging
awning.
Mr. Strohkirch said that is an immediate concern but the building itself is a
dangerous situation.
Mr. Bell responded to a question from Councilman Tedesco and said he would take down
the awning immediately.
Council President Hozza said he agrees with Councilwoman Hunt. He said he is familiar
with the building and given the history of the building he thinks the Council should
proceed.
Council President Hozza gave the history of the license difficulties in the past and
said not only is the building a hazard but there have been no efforts to cooperate
in the licensing problems and he said were the neighborhood to know the Council
might take a lenient attitude he suspects the Chambers would be packed.
Mr. Bell said he does not think the license matter should be interjected. He said
he leased the property and had no control in that situation.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273533.
Hearing and resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a building
at 242 Edmund.
Mr. Strohkirch said the building has had several fires and has been continually
broke into. He said it has been boarded up on several occasions and the neighbor
next door has fears of their property being broken into.
Mrs. Morris of District 7 said the organization has taken a hard position on
matters such as this as an indication to others that this type of situation will not
be tolerated.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
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August , 1979.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the rules be suspended.- 0
Adopted. Yeas - 5
Nays
C.F. No. 273534.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of a 1979 Memorandum of Agreement between
the City of St. Paul and the International Association of Fire Fighters AFL-CIO
Local 21, regarding the provisions of the 1979 Arbitration Award dealing with wages
and residency; employment for the period January 1 thru December 31, 1979.
Mr. Edward Starr, City Attorney, said the customary two readings are not necessary
in this instance inasmuch as it is with the Arbitration Award.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted.. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273416. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 108 of the Legislative Code pertaining to truck and
wagon scales and registration of weighers and repealing Chapter 109 entitled
"Weights and Measures, City Sealer".
Laid over to August 23rd for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273417. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 147.12 of the Legislative Code entitled "Interference
with Use of Meters". (Increases fees for parking meters closed due to building
construction, etc.)
Laid over to August 23rd for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273439. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Section 74.13(F) of the St. Paul Legislative Code by providing
for punitive damages for violations of Chapter 74.
Laid over to August 23rd for Final Adoption. /
C.F. No. 273535.
Resolution approving the Central Business District Parking Policy Plan as an
amendment to the Comprehensive Plan. (Letter of Chairman of City Development &
Transportation Committee recommends approval). Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 5
Claim of Dorothy M. Dansky, 66 W. Geranium, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on August 9,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Glenn Johnson, 1732 Hewitt Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on August 9,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Elena Johnson by Attorney Dan K. Nelson, 871 E. 7th Street, St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on August 13, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mark Kubes by Attorney A. Keith Hanzel, 614 Degree of Honor Bldg.,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on August 9, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of David King, 22 O'Day St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on August 9, 1979,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Marvin Kloetzke, 2415 Lisbon Avenue No., Lake Elmo, Minnesota, filed on
August 9, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Steven L. Mattson by Attorney A. G. Christoffersen, 1209 Geneva Avenue No.,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on August 9, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of D. Patrick McCullough, 905 Parkway Drive, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
August 9, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Carolyn Meyer by Attorney Brian T. Carlson, 1910 Northwestern Financial
Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota, filed on August 3, 1979,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
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Claim of Lawrence Pennington, 1138 E. Cook Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
August 9, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Jon Seibold, 624 S. Lexington Parkway, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
August 6, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Even Jenkins versus the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Summit Court, Inc. and Commercial Union
Insurance Co. versus Northern States Power Co. and the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Report from Edward P. Starr, City Attorney, regarding the claim of Como Community
Council, C.D. District 10, for legal fees involved in preparation of a petition
for an environmental impact statement on the proposed redevelopment and improvement
of Como Zoo.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the City Attorney be requested to draft a resolution
outlining a policy regarding payment of legal fees for city employees.
Councilman Maddox suggested that the City Attorney also look into the possibility
of what kind of insurance can be afforded city employees incase of suits.
Councilman Maddox's suggestion was incorporated into Councilwoman Hunt's motion.
Roll call on the motion. /
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Letter of the Independent School District #625 concerning residency requirement
conflict that now exists between the City and the School District.
Councilwoman Hunt said she would like to have the School Board employees exempt
from the city requirements and thinks the matter should have an answer.
Councilman Maddox said he thinks the employees of the School District should be
treated the same as other employees.
Councilman Maddox moved the Independent School District 41625 request be denied.
The letter was ordered referred to the Finance Committee.
Petition to rezone property at 497-499 Mackubin aka parts of Block 1, Michel's
Subdivision, Block 14, Stinson's Division.
Referred to the Finance Department.
Letter of the Director of the Finance & Management Services Dept. reporting that
the petition to rezone property north of Hudson Road described as Lots 14 thru
16, Block 57, Willius' Sub. of Block 57, Lyman Dayton's Addn. is insufficient.
Lead petitioner to be notified.
Letter of the Dept. of Finance and Management Services reporting that the petition
to rezone Lots 8 and 9, Block 5, College Park Addn. is insufficient.
Lead petitioner to be notified.
Letter of the Director of the Finance and Management Services reporting that the
petition to rezone Lots 1 and 2, Block 13, Dawson's Addition is sufficient.
Referred to Planning.
Re -Submitted petition of Poor Richards, Inc. and Richard Wybierala, to vacate
parts of Whitall`, Arkwright and Clark Streets as listed.
Referred to the Valuation Engineer.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting that the petition of the City of St. Paul
for the vacation of the North 10 feet of Lot 8, J. W. Bass Garden Lots is in
proper form.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting that the petition of Feliz Diaz and
Michael Eldridge for the vacation of part of Riverview Ave. is in proper form.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting that the petition of James and Laura
Wingate for the vacation of parts of Lots 1, 2, and 3, Block 1, Dawson's 5th
Addn., and Lot 9, Block 2, Clarke's 2nd Addn. is in proper form.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting that the petition of Summit Court, Inc.
for the vacation of part of the alley in Block 13, Woodland Park Addn. is in
proper form.
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August 16th, 1979.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting that the petition of Leon G. Klein for
the vacation of a part of the platted north -south alley in Block 1, Virgilia
Division is in proper form.
Administrative Orders:
D 5008 - Extension of time of the City Hall Annex Phase I contract with Sheehy
Construction Co.
D 5009 - Additions of $2,004.20 for the grading and paving of Warner Rd, and
Childs Road Interchange.
D 5010 - Payment of $83.60 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Gerald
Poole, Dept. of Public Works employee.
struction of a skyway
D 5011 - bridgelover St. $SPeter St. from Stfrom the ns pedestrian
Deductons of Joseph's Hospital to new Gallery Bldg.
contract.
D 5012 - Authorization of eminent domain proceedings to secure title on property
as listed in Thomas-Dale/Capitol Area District 7, Rice Marion Phase II,
and in West -Seventh District 9, Country Club Market Development.
bridge
D 5013 - Addition of $5,197.68 for the construction of a skyway pedestrian
over St. Peter St. from St. Joseph's Hospital to the new Gallery Bldg.
contract.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of the 1979-1980 Maintenance Labor
Agreement between the City of St. Paul and the Elevator Constructors Local #9.
(First Reading; employment for the period July 1, 1979 through June 30, 1980)
id over to August 23rd for Second Reading and Adoption.
La
Resolution approving terms and conditions of the 1979-1980-1981 Maintenance
Labor Agreement between the Operative Plasterers and Cement Masons
rnal Assn.,
the
Local 420 and the City of St. Paul, ISD_�1625. (First Reading; /
period June 1, 1979 through May 31, 1981)
Laid over to August 23rd for Second Readin- and Adoption.
Resolution amending Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Solid Waste and
Equipment Engineer in Section 6, Grade 20, under the heading Professional -
Administrative Group AND inserting its specifications in Section 49. (First Reading;
Finance Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to August 23rd for Second Readirp and Adoption.
Resolution amending Section 32 of the Civil Service Rules by striking the present
specifications and substituting new specifications for thetitle Police Records
Clerk. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends app
Laid over to Au ust 23rd for Second Readin and Adoption.
Resolution amending Section 32 of the Civil Service Rules by striking the present
specifications and substituting new specifications for the title Graphic
Artist I. (First Reading; Finance. Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to Au ust 23rd for Second Readin and Adoption.
Resolution amending Section 32 of the Civil Service Rules by striking the present
specifications and substituting new specifications for the city Planner titles
as listed. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends app
Laid over to Au ust 23rd for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending Section 20.B of the civil Service Rulestee commendsnapphe use
of sick leave credits. (First Reading;
Laid over to Au ust 23rd for Second Readin and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting
Housing
its Rehabilitation
ons
Trainee, Section 3.L, Grade 26 (Technical Group) rival)
in Section 32. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends app
Laid over to Au st 23rd for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Plan Examiner I,
Grade 30, Plan Examiner II, Grade 34, and Plan Examiner III, Grade 38 all in
Section 3.L (Technical Group) AND inserting their specifications in Section 32.
(First Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to Auust 23rd for Second Reading and Ado tion.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules byestablishing the title Encations in
Clerk in Section 3.B, Grade 13, Clerical Group AND inserting
its Section 32. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends
approval)
Laid over to Au ust 23rd for Second Readi
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Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting Fire Prevention titles
as listed in grades as listed in Section 3.L AND inserting their specifications
in Section 32. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to August 23rd for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Complaint Office
Analyst In Section 3.J, (Professional -Administrative Non -Supervisors Group) AND
inserting its specifications in Section 32. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends
approval)
Laid over to August 23rd for Second Reading and Adoption._
C.F. No. 273536.
Resolution granting Bingo Games license to East Side Neighborhood Benefit c/o
St. Ambrose Church Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273537.
Resolution approving Budget transfers as listed from CD III to CD Year IV for South
of Front. (Finance Committee recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273538.
Resolution approving transfers as listed in the Community Development Block Grant
Year III budget to provide additional funds for South of Front Acquisition project.
(Finance Committee recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273539.
Resolution approving transfers in the Community Development Block Grant Year V
Budget to provide additional funds for Residential Street Paving and Lighting
in areas as listed. (Finance Committee recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273540.
Resolution approving the neighborhood commercial area improvement guidelines.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273541.
Resolution approving the appointment of Winnie Estrada as a Commissioner of the
Public Housing Agency to fill the unexpired term of Helen Fish.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273542.
Resolution approving the reappointment of Paul Desch and the appointment of Loria
Danage-Scott as members of the Civil Service Advisory Reference Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273543.
Resolution approving the appointment of persons as listed to the Metropolitan
Aircraft Sound Abatement Council.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273544.
Resolution granting renewal of Sunday On Sale Liquor licenses to Boe-Evans, Inc.
and Gene Nardini Liquor, Inc.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273545.
Resolution approving various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273546.
Resolution approving various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273547.
Resolution granting Temporary On Sale Malt Beverage Licenses to organizations as
listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273548.
Resolution approving Registered Land Survey No. (Tentative
'
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
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C.F. No. 273549.
Resolution approving Registered Land Survey No. (Tentative "W").
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273550.
Resolution authorizing execution of a lease agreement with Schon Productions, Inc.
t at the St. Paul Municipal Stadium,
for presentation of a Marshall Tucker concer
on August 29, 1979.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273551.
Resolution authorizing a lease agreement with the St. Paul Yacht Club for use of the
Upper and Lower Harbors of Harriet Island under the conditions as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco asked that the rules be suspended.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273552.
Resolution authorizing an agreement between the City of St. Paul and Company 7,
Inc. for the operation of the Municipal Stadium concessions on August 17, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273553.
Resolution authorizing a lease agreement with Feyline Presents, Inc., for purpose of
a Dooby Brothers concert at the St. Paul Municipal Stadium on August 17, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273554.
Resolution granting sewer service refunds to firms as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273555.
Resolution authorizing an application to the Dept. of Energy for funding a project
to study and recommend how the City's zoning ordinance can assist the City in
meeting its energy conservation goals.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt asked if just the candidates for the vacant City Council position
were to be heard on the 29th or 30th.
Council President Hozza saidthe reason he passed the draft announcement from the
City Clerk's Office regarding applications for the Council seat was to have the
Council review it. He said the City Clerk's Office has prepared the ad pursuant
to a resolution recently passed. or individual
Council President Hozza said it is his understanding that if any group
wants to support a candidate they can do so in writing. He said that to do otherwise
would not be proper and another thing that he is fearful of is this might incite
speeches against other candidates.
Councilman Maddox said he would hope this would not become a mini political
convention and that he concurs with Councilman Hozza.
Councilman Maddox moved that when the candidate files an application that their
endorsements be in writing and this would be done by the City Clerk and approve
wording of this ad.
Councilwoman Hunt said she has a question regarding the applications and thinks
it would be helpful that the information include background that would be available
to the Council.
Councilman Hozza said the letter sent out by the City Clerk should include a resume.
Councilwoman Hunt moved the following changes be made in the ad: appropriate AND
candidates are encouraged to supply any other information deemed appro p
the phrase final selection will be made be stricken and the phrase voting to
fill the vacancy will take place be substituted.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the me
Adopted. Yeas -
ourned.
Minutes approved by Council
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
\ 10:00 A.M.
August 21st, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Maddox, Tedesco, President Hozza ... 4
Absent - Councilmen Levine, Showalter...2
Hearing was held on a resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal
of a structure at 454 Edmund Avenue.
Mr. Strohkirch of the Housing Code Division said a rehabilitation committee meeting
was not held last night and is scheduled for next Monday night and Councilman Tedesco
moved that this matter be continued for one week to August 28th.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of grading, paving, constructing concrete curb and gutter and storm
water drainage facilities on Cohansey St. from St. Paul and Northern Pacific Railway
Company to Wheelock Parkway and the proposed east -west street from Cohansey St. to
Arundel and Arundel from St. Paul and Northern Pacific Railway Company to Ivy Ave.,
and Ivy Avenue from Arundel St. to Western, under P.O. 273429.
Mr. Kuhfeld of the Public Works Department explained the proposal to open streets
to allow development of the area and he said if Cohansey St. is approved the other
streets are necessary because of the extreme grade of Cohansey St.
George Ostrand, 1695 Ames, cited the history of the property and described the
proposed improvement which would allow development of the property with single family
homes. He urged that a hearing be held before the Public Works Committee and that
the final orders be considered by the full City Council.
Mike Ettel, 465 W. Wheelock, referred to opposition over the years to the improvement
of this property and referred to the acquisition of a 120 foot strip of land by the
City of St. Paul for which the property owners were assessed. He urged that the area
and the view be kept open and he referred to a large petition in opposition to the
improvements.
Tom Osthoff, State Representative of the area, said the neighbors and the North End
Improvement Club are opposed to the improvement and the. District 6 Council and the \`
Burlington Northern Railroad have indicated their concern and he said the CIB Budget
contains funds for the acquisition of bluff property. He said this project is
ill conceived and he urged denial of the orders.
Mr. John Finley, County Commissioner of the area, referred to opposition involved
from the surrounding neighbors and said some of the property owners will be assessed
but will not benefit from the improvement and he urged that a decision be made today.
Reverend Wold, 474 W. Wheelock, Virginia Thorsen, 455 W. Wheelock and a resident at
490 Wheelock all spoke in opposition to the improvements.
Councilman Tedesco moved that this order and the following three orders relating to
this improvement be denied -with the understanding that Mr. Ostrand and Mr. Bies
could meet with the city to see if the city can acquire the property.
Councilman Hozza said he doesn't think the issue would change if a full Council were
present and should be denied at this time.
Councilwoman Hunt spoke in support of the motion and said the matter should not be
delayed when there is so much strong evidence in opposition.
Roll call on the motion to deny the orders.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing water main and water service connections on Cohansey
St. from the St. Paul and Northern Pacific Railway Co. to Wheelock Parkway
AND the proposed east -west street from Cohansey St. to Arundel St. from the St. Paul
and Northern Pacific Railway Co. to Ivy Ave. AND Ivy Ave. from Arundel St. (extended)
to Western Ave. (P.O. 273430)
Denied. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
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FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing Sanitary Sewer and sewer service connection on
Cohansey St. from on Paul & Northern Railway Co. to Wheelock Parkway AND the
ey St. to Arundel St. (extended) AND Arundel
proposed E -W street from Cohans
St. from St. Paul & Northern Pacific Railway C73431)to Ivy Ave. AND Ivy Ave. from
Arundel St. (Extended) to Western Ave.e( aNays - 0
Denied.
FINAL ORDER.Arundel
In the matter of opening, widening, and extending partsbetof Cohansey St.,
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proposed Arundel AND condemning g
for slopes, cuts auf fills Occasioned byt273432rovements in parts of Cohansey,
Arundel and Ivy Streets as listed. (P0.Nays - 0
Denied.
Yeas - 4
RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
C.F. No. 273556.
In the matter of constructing integral curb and walk on the west side of Wabasha
from 5th St. to 6th St., under P.O. 269463.
No one appeared.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the resolution.- 0
Adopted.
Yeas - 4 Nays
C.E. No. 273557. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of reconstructing with integral curband
walk the
sidewalk on
112.
the west side of St. Peter from Ninth to Exchange,
No one appeared.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the resolution.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273558. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT-
nt for constructing
1and areaways
in the mate of theWestern from Selby to
No
curb,
assessmefeet,underkP.O. 271340.
of
on the t
No one appeared.
approval of the resolution -
Councilman Maddox moved Yeas - 4
Nays - 0
Adopted.
RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
C.F. No. 273559.
SIn te mater ofimshfromtFlandrae St. westment 132'fabuttingr9391F1andrauaSt., underlk on the nPEO. 271342E \
Si
No one appeared.n.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolutioNays - 0
Adopted.
Yeas - 4
Councilman Hozza said he understands there are people present in the Chamber with
concerns about the rock concert in the Midway area over the last weekend.
Councilman Maddox requested that the discussion or'scofficeconcerts
and the Civuntil
ic Center
there is a meeting between
his office and the Mayo
Authority and he moved Tatthe o be madeeto ther be eCityeCouncild to snext1Tuesdaysuch a meeting
on Thursday with a rep proposed concert during the
Senator Neil Dieterich said hiosi�tive1action on the ate concern smatter.
State Fair Week and he urged p ear before the
Representative Mike Fritz urged that the matter be discussed to Councilman
Hozza expressed concern about the procedures used by
City Council. resentative Fritz, Councilman Maddox, and
After an exchange of comments from Rep eriod to restore order and
Councilman Hozza the meeting was recessed for a short P good one and
later reconvened. suggestion was a g
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks Councilman parties dtogethr and she said she tnks
the Council should proceed to bring the
the Council recognizes the problem but it must be dealt with when all the parties
are present.m t
problem could
Councilman
Maddox
solution to the talked theMetropolitan Sports Centeratter. he
be
olved
ith a
Roll call on the motion. yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273469.
SECOND READING.
An ordinance granting permission to Omni Development,right-of-ways of Grand Ave.
Inc. to construct, operate
and maintain ornamental street lights and conduit in
and St. Albens St., subject to terms and conditions.
Laid over to August 23rd for Third Reading.
57727
August 21st, 1979.
C.F. No. 273470.
SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinanieana3�k�ight1Stsg and Truck
Jessamineand
Avedeleting
parts as listed of Mississipp'
Laid over to August 23rd for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273471. SECOND READING.
ro erty located
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the zoning code in rezoning p P
on the north side of Jenks between Westminster and Arkwright, aka Lots 35 thru 37,
Block 1, Cooper's Addn.
Laid over to August 23rd for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273472.
SECOND READING. ro ert located on
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the zoning code in rezartnofpLot 11, Block 1,
the east side of Kennard between Burns and Suburban, aka p
Target -East St. Paul Addn.
Laid over to August 23rd for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273560.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance repealing Section 83.01 through 83.06 of the Legislative Code pertaining
to municipal parking lots (provision obsolete).
Laid over to August 28th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273561.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter l30 of the riking1theCode
presentv130n02 and
for
appointment of adult crossing guards and st
substituting a new 130.02.
Laid over to August 28th for Second Reading.
FIRST READING.
C.E. No. 273562.
An ordinance amending Sections 131.01 through 131.03 of the Legislative Code
entitled Traffic Code -Various Offenses (provisions are obsolete).
Laid over to August 28th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273563.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 132 of the Legislative Code entitled Tra.07 is \
Code -Accidents and repealing Sections 132.01 through 132.05 and 132.07 as obsolete.
Laid over to August 28th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273564.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 133 of the Legislative Code entitled Traffic
Code -Control of Traffic and striking certain sections as obsolete.
Laid over to August 28th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273565.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 134 of the Legislative Code entitled Traffic
Code -Rules of the Road and striking certain sections as listed as obsolete.
Laid over to Au usfor Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273566.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending the Legislative Code by repealing certain obsolete
chapters as listed.
Laid over to August 28th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273567.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 136 of the Legislative Code entitled Traffic Co e-
rety save for
Weights and Load Restrictions and repealing Chapter 136 in its enti
136.13 which shall be amended and renumbered as 136.01.
Laid over to August 28th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273568.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 140 of the Legislative Code entitled Signs an
Signals on Bridge Piers or Street Obstructions, strike and substitute the words
Director of Public Works in lieu of the words Commissioner of Public Safety and
City Clerk where same shall appear.
Laid over to August 28th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273564.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 144 of the Legislative Code entitled General Parking
Restrictions by repealing certain obsolete sections as listed AND repealing
Chapter 212 entitled Parking Lots and Garages; Use of Streets.
Laid over to August 28th for Second Reading.
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August 21st, 1979. 57728.
C.F.
No. 273570. FIRST READING.
amending Chapter 145 of the Legislative Code entitled
No Parking Zones
An ordinance
and amending Section 145.01 and 145.04.
Laid over to August 28th for Second Reading.
C.F.
No. 273571. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 146 of the Legislative Code entitled
Limited Parking
Zones and amending Section 146.01 and 146.03.
Laid over to August 28th for Second Reading.__
C.F.
No. 273572. FIRST READING.
amending Chapter 147 of the Legislative Code entitled
Parking Meter
An ordinance
Zones and amending Sections as listed.
Laid over to August 28th Second Reading.
C.F.
No. 273573. FIRST READING.
Chapter 149'of the Legislative Code entitled
Parking During
An ordinance amending
Emergencies and amending sections as listed.
Laid over to August 28th for Second Reading.
C.F.
No. 270680. SECOND READING
a new Chapter of the Legislative Code .Chapter 398)
An ordinance establishing
making unlawful the use of city property for political purposes.
(Letter of Chairman
of Legislation Committee accompanies ordinance.)
be by the substitution
of a new
Councilman Maddox moved that the ordinance amended
page 2 and he explained the purpose of the amendment.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
The ordinance was laid over to August 28th for Third Reading.
Claim of Annette J. Crosby, 1482 Almond Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
August 14, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Kenneth L. Miller, 635 Gotzian St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
August 15, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of MTC -Transit Operating Division, 3118 Nicollet Ave., Minneapolis, Minnesota,
filed on August 15, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Letter of Oliverland, Inc. withdrawing their application for rezoning property
at 425 Ruth, aka part of Hudson Road Gardens.
Filed.
Letter of William and Bonnie Leonard requesting a revision of the property vacated
pursuant to C.F. #273137 being a vacation of Hillwood Drive and Hillwood Court.
Referred to the Valuation Engineer.
Letter of the Director of Finance & Management Services reporting the petition
to rezone parts of Block 1, D. R. Burbank's Addn. is sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for.recommendation.
Administrative Orders:
D 5014 - Authorization to Highland Catholic School to close Kenneth St. between
ing peak hours of student crossings
Hillcrest and Bohland Avenues dur
for the 1979-1980 school year.
D 5015 - $425.00 refund of Sewer Availability Charge to Bruce Nelson, 1460 E.
Burke Ave.
D 5016 - Payment of $1,421.20 out of the Workers' Compensation Account to
Lance Peters, Water Dept. employee.
D 5017 - Payment of $418.00 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Leonard
Mroszak, Public Works Dept. employee.
D 5018 - Payment of $358.63 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Arthur
Peterson, Fire Dept. employee.
C.F. No. 273574.
Resolution approving boundary change in the Margaret ITA. (Addition of one and 1i
blocks to CD V).
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.E. No. 273575.
Resolution approving transfer of Grocery and other licenses from Marvin Merrick
at 1551 Payne Ave. to Joseph's Foods, Inc. at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
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August 21st, 1979.
C.F. No. 273576.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273577.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273578.
Resolution granting Drive -In Restaurant License to Richard and Jo Ann Pfiffner
and Anne Peterson at 834 Rice St.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273579.
Resolution granting Drive -In Restaurant License to Ralco Co., Inc. at 1940,
Suburban Ave.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273580.
Resolution approving a lease agreement between the City and the First Christian
Church whereby the City will lease parts of a building at 317 Marshall Ave. for
a field office for the City's Model Cities Health Project.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273581.
Resolution releasing the utility easements as set forth in C.F. #197953 adopted
July 12, 1960 and being the vacation of a north -south alley running from Third
St. to Conway St.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273582.
Resolution Approving Assessment and Award of Damages for condemning and taking an
easement in the land necessary for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the
grading of DeSoto St. from North to Collins St. AND North St. from DeSoto St.
to Payne Ave. AND setting date of public hearing for September 18, 1979. (P.O. 273012)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273583.
Resolution Approving Assessment and Award of Damages is the condemning and takinghe
of an easement in the land necessary for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the
grading and paving of the alley in Block 3, Edmund Rice's Third Addition AND
setting date of public hearing for September 189 1979. (P.O. 273008)
Adopted.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273584.
Resolution Approving Assessment for the construction of the Carroll979. (i. storm
sewer system AND setting date of public hearing for September 18, 1979. (P.O. 265655)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273585.
Resolution Approving Assessment and Award of Damages in the condemning of an
easement in the land necessary for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the
grading and paving of Hazelwood from Case to the proposed cul-de-sac 276.5 feet
north of Case AND the condemning of an easement in the land necessary for
slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the grading and paving of Omaban from
Case to the proposed cul-de-sac 245 feet north of Case AND setting date of
hearing for September 18, 1979. (P.O. 272836)
Adopted. Yeas.- 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273586.
Resolution setting a date of public hearing on the proposed 1980 City Budget
for 7:00 P.M. on September 20, 1979 and authorizing the City Clerk to publish
official notice of hearing and revenue and expenditure summaries.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza asked to be excused from City Council on Thursday, August 23rd
and Councilman Tedesco moved that the request be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza said he has received a letter from the Ramsey County Bar Association
recommending a procedure to obtain a special liquor investigator and he said he will
propose an ad to be published in the legal newspaper and bring it to the City
Council for review and approval.
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\ August 21st,. 1979. 57730.
Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspended to consider a resolution not
on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273587.
Resolution approving the employment of Mary Osieki in the position of Administrative
Aide II, Grade 47, Step A, at a bi-weekly salary of $829.76 effective August 3, 1979
to serve at the pleasure of the City Council.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco asked to be excused from City Council on August 29th and
Councilman Maddox moved that the request be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Copies sent to Councilmen /Il6 /-7 !;.
Minutes approved by Council 9 �/7 /
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57731.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
August 22nd, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 9:10 A.M.
Present - Councilwoman Hunt, Councilmen Maddox, Tedesco, Hozza... 4
Absent - Councilwoman Showalter, Councilman Levine ... 2
stockholders of A.B.C. Liquor Warehouse, Inc., Off Sale
Change of officers and
changealso name oration. (No
Liquor Licensee at 1055 Payne venue andng resolut on was submittedP
one notified to attend).
C.E. No. 273588.
Resolution approving change in officers and stockholders of A.B.C. Liquor Warehouse,
Inc., holder of Off Sale Liquor License at 1055 Payne Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas.- 4 Nays - 0
MGM Li
Change of officers and stockholders of Liquor Warehouse, Inc., Off Sale attend).
Liquor Licensee at 1110 W. Larpenteur Avenue. (No one notified to
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273589.
Resolution approving change of officers and stockholders of MGM Liquor Warehouse,
Inc., holder of Off Sale Liquor License at 1110 W. Larpenteur Avenue.
Councilwoman Hunt said this matter was controversial at one cortorationewitheonly
agreed to certain conditions and Mr. Carchedi said it i -P P
one change involved.
Roll call on the resolution- Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Change of officers and stockholders of N.B.C. Liquor Warehouse, Inc., Off Sale
d also Liquor Licensee at 451 N. Lexington Avenue anresolutiechange
onw ssubmittedrporation.
(No one notified to attend). The following
C.F. No. 273590. \
Resolution approving change of officers and stockholders and change in name from
N.B.C. Liquor Warehouse, Inc-, to MGM Liquor Warehouse of Lexington Ave., Inc., holder
of Off Sale Liquor License atNorth Yeas - 4LexiNaysn- 00enue.
Adopted.
Bingo Application - St. Casimirs Ushers Club, 934 E. Geranium Avenue, 48 periods. (Jerry
Tri, President and Manager, notified to attend). See resolution below.
Bingo Application - St. Casimir Parish Charitable Activities, 57 W. 7th Street, 51
periods. (Delores M. Boily, President, and Gertrude A. Bertini, Manager, notified
to attend). The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. N 273591.
Resolution granting Bingo Game Licenses to St. Casimir Ushers' Club and St. Casimir
R
Parish Charitable Activities. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adotped.
Liquor, Inc. and Fred D. Primoli at
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License issued to Fred D. Primo i
at 955-59 Arcade Street to Primo's Fine Food and
ified to attend)•
the same address. (Sherman S. Horowitz notagreement with employees
Mr. Tonda representing the Hotel and Restaurant Union said an ag
on the pension fund has not applicanteen dorthisls time. attorrney was present and no one appeared.1979.
President Hozza asked if the applaid
Councilman Tedesco moved thattheeas
matter be Nays over for one week to August 28th,
Adopted.
Change of officers of Saint Paul -Ramsey Arts and Science Council, ti Sale Liquor
Licensee at 30 E. Tenth Street and 75 W. Fifth Street. (No one notified to attend).
The following resolution was submitted.
August 22nd, 1979 57732.E
C.F. No. 273592.
Resolution approving the change of officers in Saint Paul -Ramsey Arts and Science
Council holder of On Sale Liquor License at 30 E. Tenth Street and 75 W. Fifth Street.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Application for the transfer of the Class C1 -Restaurant, On Sale Malt Beverage and
Cigarette Licenses issued to Dolores L. Spallacci at 1437 N. Cleveland Ave. to
John A. Jeffers at the same address. (John A. Jeffers notified to attend). The
following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273593.
Resolution granting transfer of Restaurant, On Sale Malt Beverage and Cigarette Licenses
from Dolores L. Spallacci at 1437 N. Cleveland Ave. to John A. Jeffers at the same
address.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
mo Recreation, Inc. 1013 Front Avenue to spe�k to the
Request by Roger Vannelli, Co
e for late payment of the second Half of the
License Committee about the penalty fe
On Sale Liquor License fee. (Roger Vannelli notified to attend).
Mr. Vannelli appeared and said he was fined for late payment on his Liquor License
fee and he explained how the check and envelope were mailed from Forest
tLkeonuJuly 31st,
1979 but because of a heavy workload in the post office did not get postmarked
August 1st, 1979 and he paid a $112.50 penalty.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Carchedi�said there were 18 or 20 Licensees
who paid a late fee and they are under instructions from the State Auditor not to
accept the License fee without a penalty if it is not postmarkedon or
before Jtion31st.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Starr, City Attorney, the
clearly worded unless the post office can come forth with written facts to support
comments made by Mr. Vannelli.
e could submit an affidavit on the facts in -
After some discussion Mr. Vannelli said h
volved or he thinks he can get the proper letter from the post office.
Councilman Tedesco moved thattheeasmatter be laid Nays over for one week to August 28th, 1979.
Adopted.
Public Hearing on the application by David Doepner for a Second Hand Dealer General
License at 1080 Earl Street. (Recommended for denial by neighbors and District 5
Planning Council). was resent representing Mr. David Doepner.
It was noted that Mr. Keith Hanzel, attorney, P
Mr. Garvey, Assistant City Attorney, said there is no recommendation from the License
Inspector and the matter comes before the Council on recommendation of the neighbors
and the District 5 Planning Council.osition was
Mr. Carchedi said a similar hearing was held two years ago and the City's p
that the operation was a Junk Yark but after hearing the matter the Council found that
the the applicant was not operating as a Junk Yard.
Eileen Weida representing District 5 read a letter of District 2 citing violations
and requesting that the Council rezone the property to residential.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Starr said the Council can decide whether
the Licensee is guilty of misconduct in the business but the matter of rezoning is not
before the City Council.
Mr. Hanzel said the notice to Mr. Doepner refers to an alleged nuisance and he requests
that any comments today be directed to those allegations.
Councilman Hozza said the zoning matter is not properly before the City Council at
this time.
was sworn in and referred to threats made last night an
Kevin Pluff, 1083 Magnolia,
he referred to a subsequent bottle rocket and wine bottle throwing incident.
described has nothing to do with the conduct of the
Mr. Hanzel said the conduct
Second Hand Dealer License and he asked that the comments be stricken from the record.
Starr said the Council can receive competent evidence but should exclude incompetent,
irrelevant or immaterial or repetitious comments.
Mr. Pluff said he has seen appliances and refrigerators on the sidewalk and said the
area is a mess and a hangout, the people are trouble makers and there is harassment of
the neighbors.
in and asked questions about police protection
Patricia Pluff, 1083 Magnolia, was sworn
d she said she and her business and her neigh -
and referred to paint on their garages an
hors have been threatened. At the question of Councilman Hozza, Ms. Pluff said she
feels that the problems are coming from the business and she referred to a racing
motorcycle incident on the 4th of July.
Mrs. Conroy, 1069 Frank, was sworn in and referred to a July 19th incident involving
eventsral
three boys who broke windows in her
thhome
and
she
of Mr. to Seve Conroy said Mr. Hames
of comments by various people.
does work at the Second Hand Store.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
(Discussion continued from the previous page). W'
Joe Cunningham, 1164 E. Magnolia, was sworn in and said the area has long
been a hangout for hoodlums and the police.and the Council don't do anything
about it.
Mr. Hanzel noted that the store is not open at 1:00 A.M. as reflected by Mr.
Cunningham.
Mr. m4ana, 1101 Magnolia, was sworn in and referred to a defective gas stove he
purchased and he described a bottle throwing incident at his car and to a sub-
sequent attempted assault with a canoe paddle and he said the persons took refuge
in the appliance store.
Audrey Johansen, 1080 Cook, explained a rocket bottle incident last night and
at this time Councilman Hozza admitted into evidence the wine bottle and two
bottle rockets as evidence,
Mr. Hanzel objected to the evidence because they have no relation to the matter
under consideration and Councilman Hozza said the objection will be noted and
is over -ruled.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Kevin Pluff described the bottle rocket incident
and said he saw three persons leave the appliance store and shoot the rockets. He..
also said Dave Doepner, Jr. shot a bottle rocket at him and threw the wine bottle.
Gregory Pluff was sworn in and said he also saw people shoot bottle rockets and saw
people coming from the apartment above the appliance store and he said there have
been many police reports in the area.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Hanzel said Mr. Labey and Dave Doepner, Jr.
live upstairs in the appliance store.
Sergeant Mathisen was sworn in and said Sergeant Pasternak from their team has attended
several meetings in the area and according to Sergeant Pasternak the area is not
a high incident area but there were two calls in June and one involved a refrigerator
stored in the yard and one a disorderly conduct incident.
Councilman Maddox expressed concern about police reports and also a staff recommendation
and he suggested that the matter be laid over in order that it could be examined
further.
Mr. Starr said with no recommendation the City Attorney, representing the License
Inspector, is not an advocate and the people in the area are proceeding without an
attorney but if the License Inspector comes in with a recommendation the City
Attorney would present information.
Councilwoman Hunt asked about the incidents last night and Mr. Carchedi said the
police call last night was at 1083 Earl and a police check should be made for the
area.
At the question of Mr. Hanzel, Sergeant Mathisen said he spoke with Sergeant Pasternak
and he only was referring to 1080 -Earl.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Carchedi said under the license provisions �\
appliances must be stored inside and there is evidence that some are stored outside.
Mr. Starr said if outside storage is contrary to the conditions of the licen
lse then
it is grounds for action and he thinks there is sufficient grounds to take action but
more evidence would provide better support for the Council's action.
Mr. Hanzel said there is no sworn testimony or other testimony concerning outside
storage.
Councilman Maddox moved that the item be laid over to permit a recommendation from the
attorneys.
Mr. Starr said he would recommend a continuance in order to establish further grounds
for Council action.
Mr. Hanzel said he came today to defend allegations on a nuisance and Mr. Doepner has
been in business for seven years and has no charges against him and he asked that
the Council make a determination that a nuisance has not been shown and that the
license be issued.
Councilman Hozza said he supports a continuance with a request to the City Attorney
and the License Inspector to investigate the matter and make a recommendation.
After further discussion, Councilman Maddox moved that the -matter be laid over for
three weeks to September 12th, 1979 and that the City Attorney and License Inspector
be directed to investigate and report back to the Council and that any new allegations
be sent to the licensee by the License Inspector and Attorney.
Adotped. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt referred to a Letter of the Vice Squats involving the Cosetta License
and she asked and moved that a response be requested from the License Inspector
on his role in this matter.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
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\\ August 22nd,. 1979 57734.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nay's - 0
ATTEST: _
City Clerk. q
Copies sent to Councilmen ' / /O Z-/ 7
Minutes approved by Council V-2/%
57735.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
August 23rd, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
Present - Mr. Vice President Tedesco...l
Absent - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, President Hozza...5
No Quorum.
No Meeting.
57736.'/
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
August 28th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Mr. Vice President Tedesco ... 4
Absent - Councilmen Showalter, Hozza...2 (Councilwoman Showalter arrived at a point
during the meeting).
Approval of minutes of City Council Meetings for July 26th, July 31st A.M. and P.M.,
and August 1st and 2nd, 1979.
Councilman Maddox moved approval.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Hearing and resolution to consider the necessity of ordering the correction or
wrecking and removal of a structure at 623 Laurel. (Laid over from July 27, 1979).
No one appeared in opposition.
Mr. Tom Strohkirch said he spoke to the Public Housing Agency and bids were due for
the rehabilitation tomorrow. He said there should be concrete bids and proposal
by September 16th and up to $600,000 is ear marked for rehabilitation. He recommended
that the matter be laid over indefinitely because so much work, effort and financing
is being devoted to the rehabilitation.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be laid over indefinitely.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273594.
Resolution and Hearing to consider the necessity of ordering the correction or
wrecking and removal of a building at 603 Holly.
No one appeared in opposition.
Mr. Strohkirch said the owner plans to get a loan by the end of August but there is
nothing concrete to date and it is the department recommendation that the resolution
be adopted.
Councilman Maddox moved approval.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273595.
Hearing and resolution to consider the necessity of ordering the correction or
wrecking and removal of a building at 1023 Dayton.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Hearing and resolution to consider the necessity of ordering the correction or
wrecking and removal of a building at 539-541 Laurel. (laid over from June 21)
Mr. Strohkirch said substantial monies have been spent toward the rehabilitation
of the structure and he recommended that the matter be laid over indefinitely.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be laid over indefinitely.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter arrived at this point in the meeting.
Hearing and resolution to consider the necessity of ordering the correction or
wrecking and removal of a building at 890 Iglehart. (Laid over from Aug. 14th)
Mr. Skaggs, 1033 Ashland, said he is in the process of rehabilitation.
Mr. Mattson, 862 Dayton, said he purchased the building two weeks ago and since
that time substantial efforts toward rehabilitation have been made.
Mr. Strohkirch said he looked at the building and the entire appears to be structurally
sound.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be laid over indefinitely.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
57737.
August 28th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273596.
Hearing and resolution to consider the necessity of ordering Zhe correction or
wrecking and removal of a building at 454 Edmund Ave. (Laid over from Aug. 21)
Mr. Strohkirch said the matter has been before the Council on a couple occasions
and has been put forward to hear the results of a grant hearing which was to have
been held last night.
Mr. Robert Thissen said it is presumed the property will revert back to him and
he wishes to rehabilitate it.
Councilwoman Showalter visited several houses in
Councilwoman Hunt said she and
the ITA area and one home in particular which had a $5,000 grant and not much was
accomplished by the grant and she moved to proceed and if the owner feels he wants
to make some effort he still would have sufficient time to do so. She said it is
not fair to wait for public funds.
Mr. Thissen asked if it were still possible to bring the matter back before the
Council in case someone wants to spend private funds for the rehabilitation.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Petition of Clarence P. and Marguerite J. Kimmel for the vacation of the alley in
Block 1, Slayton's Linwood Park Addn.
It was noted that the matter had been heard in previous years before the Public Works
Committee and committee recommendation was for denial of the vacation.
Michael Eggum of the Valuation Engineer's Office said Mr. Knopik has written
objecting to the vacation because he needs the alley for access.
Mr. Clarence Kimmel, petitioner, said Mr. Knopik moved in about a year and a4haalf
ago and that he has a recovery operation which has contaminated the Kimmel
Mr. Kimmel said Mr. Knopik's reason for needing access is ridiculous because he is
operating the business in violation of several laws and the fence is not in accord
with the building code with the result the building was put in the wrong place and
this has accounted for the lack of access.
Mr. Kimmel said he has worked with Mr. Knopik for two years and has had nothing but
arguments and adamancy.
Mr. Duwane Knopik, President of Fuel Recovery Company, said Mr. Kimmel has not
mentioned the many times Mr. Kimmel has hung up on Mr. Knopik. He said last winter
there was some oil spilled but it was dug up and the soil was replaced. He said he
has tried to be a good neighbor but to vacate will deny the interests of his property.
He said he has not tried to give Mr. Kimmel a hard time but the opposite is true of
Mr. Kimmel.
Councilwoman Hunt asked questions on the unusual width of the alley (20 feet).
Mr. Eggum responded to a question from Councilwoman Hunt and said the alley would
accrue to Mr. Kimmel should the vacation be granted and the reason for this or that
the alley was platted by former ojThers of the Kimmel property and there are two
separate plats which set aside the alley.
Mr. Joseph Melzarek, 500 Degree of Honor Bldg., said he represents Mr. Owen an
insurance agent who has purchased several lots on Jefferson and plans to construct
a building for his agency on the property. He said the proposed building will cost
upwards to one half million dollars.
Mr. Melzarek said there have been complaints of alley encroachment and this factor
would have a negative affect on the Owen's building plans.
Councilwoman Hunt said it appears to her that if there is to be an alley which would
provide access there should be something to improve the alley and she asked
Mr. Knopik that if he were against the alley would he be willing to pay his share
of the assessment for the improvement.
Mr. Knopik said he would be willing to pay if he derived some benefit, that is if
one half would accrue to him and he retained his right to drive up to his building.
Councilwoman Hunt said that rather than deny the vacation she would propose a layover
to see what possibilities are here and have the encroachment charges investigated.
Mr. Kimmel said there are no other opportunities for access for Mr. Knopik because
35E is behind his building.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the matter be laid over four weeks.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine noted that he has known Mr. Owen for several years and that
Mr. Owen has an excellent reputation as a businessman.
Mr. Owen said his insurance agency presently has offices on Snelling Avenue but
is being forced to vacate those and it is a matter of some urgency to get a new
building.
Councilwoman Hunt said in light of this statement she would move reconsider at on
of the previous roll call vote.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the petitionNbe laid
ays -two weeks to September 11.
Adopted.
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Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspended.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273597.
Resolution declaring a moratorium for the remainder of 1979 on all concerts at
Midway Stadium AND approving formation of a task force with its membership
appointed by the Mayor.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273598.
Resolution setting forth the procedures for the hearing to be conducted August 29th
at 7:00 P.M. for the purposes of filling the vacancy in City Council Seat F.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273416. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16554.
An ordinance amending Chapter 108 of the Legislative Code pertaining to truck
and wagon scales and registration of weighers and repealing Chapter 109 entitled
"Weights and Measures, City Sealer".
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273417. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16555.
An ordinance amending Chapter 147.12 of the Legislative Code entitled "Interference
with Use of Meters". (Increases fees for parking meters closed due to building
construction, etc.)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273439. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. N0. 16556.
An ordinance amending Section 74.13 (F) of the St. Paul Legislative Code by
providing for punitive damages for violations of Chapter 74.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspended to consider two ordinances
not on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273469. THIRD READING.
An ordinance granting permission to Omni Development, Inc. to construct, operate and �\
maintain ornamental street lights and conduit in the right-of-ways of Grand Avenue
and St. Albans Street.
Laid over to September 4th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273470. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13537 pertaining to truck routes and deleting
parts of Mississippi and Arkwright Streets and part of Jessamine Avenue.
Laid over to September 4th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273471. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Zoning Code in rezoning property located
on the north side of Jenks between Westminster and Arkwright, aka Lots 35 thru 37,
Block 1, Cooper's Addition.
Laid over to September 4th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273472. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Zoning Code in rezoning property located
on the east side of Kennard between Burns and Suburban, aka part of Lot 11, Block 1,
Target -East St. Paul Addition.
Laid over to September 4th for Final Adoption.
C.E. No. 270680. THIRD READING.
An ordinance adding a new chapter (Chapter 398) to the Legislative Code and making
it unlawful to use city property for political purposes.
Laid over to September 4th for Final Adoption.
C.E. No. 273560. SECOND READING.
An ordinance repealing Section 83.01 through 83.06 of the Legislative Code
pertaining to municipal parking lots. (provision obsolete)
Laid over to August 30th for Third Reading-.
C.F. No. 273561. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 130 of the Legislative Code providing for appointment
of adult crossing guards and striking the present 130.02 and substituting a new
130.02.
Laid over to August 30th for Third Reading._
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C.E. No. 273562. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Sections 131.01 through 131.03 of the Legislative Code
entitled Traffic Code -various Offenses. `Provisions are obsolete)
Laid over to August 30th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273563. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 132 of the Legislative Code entitled Traffic Code -
Accidents and repealing Sections 132.01 through 132.05 and 132.07 as obsolete.
Laid over to August 30th for Third Reading.
C.E. No. 273564. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 133 of the Legislative Code entitled Traffic Code -
Control of Traffic and striking certain sections as obsolete.
Laid over to August 30th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273565. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 134 of the Legislative Code entitled Traffic Code -
Rules of the Road and striking certain sections as listed as obsolete.
Laid over to August 30th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273566. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending the Legislative Code by repealing certain obsolete chapters
as listed.
Laid over to August 30th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273567. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 136 of the Legislative Code entitled Traffic Code -
Weights and Load Restrictions and repealing Chapter 136 in its entirety except for
136.13 which shall be amended and renumbered as 136.01.
Laid over to August 30th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273568. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 140 of the Legislative Code entitled Signs and Signals
on Bridge Piers or Street Obstructions, strike and substitute the words Director
of Public Works in lieu of the words Commissioner of Public Safety and City Clerk
where same shall appear.
Laid over to August 30th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273569. SECOND READING. \
An ordinance amending Chapter 144 of the Legislative Code entitled General Parking
Restrictions by repealing certain obsolete sections as listed AND repealing
Chapter 212 entitled Parking Lots and Garages; Use of Streets.
Laid over to August 30th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273570. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 145 of the Legislative Code entitled No Parking Zones
and amending Section 145.01 and 145.04.
Laid over to August 30th for Third Reading._
C.F. No. 273571. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 146 of the Legislative Code entitled Limited
Parking Zones and amending Section 146.01 and 146.03.
Laid over to August 30th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273572. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 147 of the Legislative Code entitled Parking Meter
Zones and amending Sections as listed.
Laid over to August 30th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273573. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 149 of the Legislative Code entitled Parking During
Emergencies and amending Sections as listed.
Laid over to August 30th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273599. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Section 308.08 of the Legislative Code repealing the
multiple ownership prohibition for on -sale liquor licenses.
Councilwoman Hunt suggested persons wishing to be heard on the ordinance could
be accommodated at its Third Reading.
Laid over to September 4th for Second Reading.
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Augu ,
C.F. No. 273600. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending,_Chapter 82 of the Administrative Code whereby "Little
Davis Bacon" requirements set forth in Section 82.07 thereof shall be applicable
to contracts of more than $10,000.
Laid over to September 4th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273601.
Resolution stipulating that any City Department or Division requisitioning any
public work shall assign a member of its staff to be designated as the
project administrator for such work AND setting forth the aforementioned project
administrator's responsibilities in relationship to effective enforcement of
the "Little David Bacon" requirements. (Letter of Chairman of Finance, Management,
and Personnel Committee recommends approval as substitute legislation for C.F. No.
273060 and C.F. No. 273061).
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Claim of Dorothy Engstrom, 1741 Blair Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
August 17, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Eleanor K. Hovelsrud, 654 E. Hoyt Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
August 20, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Carolyn Meyer by Attorney Brian T. Carlson, 7900 Xerxes Avenue So., Minneapolis,
Minnesota, filed on August 20, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mary T. Schwing, 1219 Bayard Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
August 20, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Mary Lyles versus the Hallie Q. Brown
Community Center and the City -of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Letter from the State Department of Revenue transmitting the application of Ramsey \
Hill Properties, Inc. for reduction in assessed valuation of certain real estate
located at 416 Selby Ave. as described in Application 41282924.
Filed.
Letter of Group Health Plan, Inc. transmitting renewal rates for 1980 of health
benefits for employees of the City of St. Paul.
Filed.
Letter of behalf of Margaret E. Lee requesting withdrawal of petition to rezone
property on the north side of Beech between Arcade and Hope, and on the north
side of E. Seventh between Arcade and Margaret.
Filed.
Letter of Valuation Engineer advising that the re -submitted petition of Poor
Richards, Inca and Richard Wybierala to vacate parts of Whitall, Arkwright and
Clark Streets is in proper form.
Filed.
Administrative Orders:
D 5019 - Payment of $334.40 from Workers' Compensation Account to Bernard
McNaughton, Dept. of Public Works employee.
D 5020 - Authorizing services of Barbara Anderson as an independent contractor
for the interior design work at the Hayden Heights Branch Library.
C.F. No. 273534.
Resolution approving the terms and conditions of a 1979 Memorandum of Agreement
between the City of St. Paul and the International Association of Fire Fighters
AFL-CIO, Local 21. (Second Reading and Adoption; Employment for the period of
January 1, through December 31, 1979.)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273602.
' Resolution approving the terms and conditions for the 1979-1980 Maintenance Labor
the Elevator Constructors Local 419.
Agreement between the City of St. Paul and
(Second Reading and Adoption)Nays- 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
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C.F. No. 273603.
Resolution approving -terms and conditions of the 1979-1980-1981 Maintenance
Labor Agreement between the Operative Plasterers and Cement Masons International
Association, Local #20 and the City of St. Paul, ISD 4625. (Second Reading and
Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273604.
Resolution amending Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Solid Waste and
Equipment Engineer in Section 6, Grade 20, under the heading Professional -
Administrative Group AND inserting its specifications in Section 49. (Second Reading
and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273605.
Resolution amending Section 32 of the Civil Service Rules by striking the present
specifications and substituting new specifications for the title Police Records
Clerk. (Second Reading and Adoption).
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273606.
Resolution amending Section 32 of the Civil Service Rules by striking the present
specifications and substituting new specifications for the title Graphic
Artist I. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273607.
Resolution amending Section 32 of the Civil Service Rules by striking the present
specifications and substituting new specifications for the City Planner titles
as listed. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273608.
Resolution amending Section 20.B of the Civil Service Rules concerning the use of
sick leave credits. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273609. 1
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting Housing Rehabilitation
Trainee, Section 3.L, Grade 26, (Technical Group) AND inserting its
specifications in Section 32. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273610.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Plan Examiner I,
Grade 30, Plan Examiner II, Grade 34, and Plan Examiner III, Grade 38 all in \
Section 3.1, (Technical Group) AND inserting their specifications in Section 32.
(Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273611.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by establishing the title Energy Clerk
in Section 3.B, Grade 13, Clerical Group AND inserting its specifications in
Section 32. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas -.5 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273612.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting Fire Prevention titles
as listed in grades as listed in Section 3.L AND inserting their specifications
in Section 32. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273613.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Complaint Office
Analyst in Section 3.J, (Professional -Administrative, Non -Supervisors Group)
AND inserting its specifications in Section 32. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules and providing for the temporary
elimination of numerical performance evaluations in the examination for Fire
positions. (First Reading)
Laid over to September 4th for Second Reading and Adoption.
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Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Director of
Projects in Section 3.K, Grade 30, Professional -Administrative Supervisors
Group AND amending Section 32 by inserting specifications for the title.
(First Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval).
Councilwoman Hunt moved the resolution be amended to read Grade 29.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0`
The resolution was laid over to September 4th for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.F. No. 273614.
Resolution approving application of Burlington Northern Inc. for a reduction of
ts for street maintenance for property at 619 W. Minnehaha Ave.
special assessmen
which was erroneously assess Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273615.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $6,648 from ContingentReserve-
General to City Hall and Court House Maintenance -Remodeling the jury assignment
room on the eighth floor of City Hall. (Finance committeee recommends app
Adopted. Yeas - 5
Nays -C.F. No. 273616.
Yeas7 P5Nays
Plan as part of the
St. Paul Comprehensive Plan.
Resolution adopting the Distr
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273617.
Resolution authorizing proper City officials to request an extension of the
Native American Grant from the Minneas sota Dept. of Health.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273618.
Resolution granting Close Out Sale license to National Content Liquidators a
363 St. Peter St. yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273619.
Resolution authorizing payments out of Tort Liability of $8.99 to Harold W. Thiel
and $100.49 to Eugene Glanz in full settlements of claims for damages.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273620.
Resolution granting transfer of Taxicab vehicle license issued to Yellow Cab Co.
from a 1975 Plymouth to a 1977 Ford. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas -
C.F. No. 273621.
Resolution granting new Sunday On Sale Liquor License to Minnehaha Tavern,Inc.
at 1773 E. Minnehaha Ave. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273622.
y On Sale Malt Beverage License to Newell Par Booster
Resolution granting Temporar
Club at 685 W. Minnehaha Ave. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273623.
Resolution granting various licenses 5to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas -
C.F. No. 273624.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that theYeameeting be adjourned.
Adopted.
ATTEST: Copies sent to Councilmen
Minutes approved by Council LE�
City Clerk.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
August 29th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 9:10 A.M.
Present - Councilwoman Hunt, Councilmen Levine, Maddox, Mr. Vice President Tedesco ... 4
Absent - Councilwoman Showalter, President Hozza... 2 (Councilwoman Showalter arrived at
a point during the meeting.)
Bingo Application - Arcade Phalen Post 577, American Legion, 1060 University Avenue,
50 periods. (Kenneth Voges, Adjutant, and Gary Braun, Manager, notified to attend.)
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273626.
Resolution granting Bingo Game Licenses to Arcade -Phalen Post 577, American Legion at
1060 University Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter arrived at this point in the meeting.
Request by Roger Vannelli, Como Recreation, Inc., 1013 Front
the Avesecond to speak
khalfof to the
License Committee about the penalty fee for late payor
ent the On Sale Liquor License fee. (Roger Vannelli notified to attend. This matter was
previously considered on August 22, 1979.) a memorandum from the
Councilman Tedesco presented a letter of Mr. Vannelli enclosing
Forest Lake Post Office stating that mail could be postmarked a day later when it is
received in the Post Office in the P.M. Councilman Tedesco recommended that relief be
granted for the late fee and Mr. Starr said he has reviewed the letter and it appears
to be acceptable.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the letter be incorporated into the record and that the
appropriate resolution be drawn.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Public Hearing on the application for Class A2 -Grocery and Butcher License and Class
C1 -Restaurant License by David R. Cossetta at 226 Ryan Avenue. (Recommended for denial
by the Division of License and Permit Administration. This matter was previously considered
on August 15, 1979.)
Mr. Carchedi said he has received a letter from Doctor Cox in the Health Dept. stating
that necessary improvements are being made and recommending the matter be laid over
indefinitely.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the matter be continued indefinitely.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Public Hearing on the application of Ray Anderson, 541 DeSoto Street for a Building
Contractor's License. (Recommended for denial by the neighbors and concerned citizens.)
Mr. Carchedi, License Inspector, was sworn in and answered questions of Mr. Garvey,
Assistant City Attorney, concerning the Building Contractor's License application of
Ray Anderson. Mr. Carchedi said the Building Contractor License is categorized as a
person license rather then a location license and they have reviewed the license and
recommend approval. He said inspectors have reviewed the site and there have been no
tags issued recently.
Bill Tilton, attorney representing the Payne-Minnehaha Community Council, said the
people object beyond the application requirements and the Council can examine the quality
and fitness of the applicant. He referred to previous problems and to reasons why the
license can be denied and he referred to the revocation of the Junk YardLicenseebut
and
other legal actions against Mr. Anderson. He said the zoning may be apprp
riatactivities on industrial and residential lots are inseparable and the main objection is
to any expansion of the business at this location. nhborhood but now trucks and dumping
Lena Yarusso, 505 Hopkins, said this was a g g
by Mr. Anderson are disturbing.
(Discussion continued on the following page.)
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(Discussion continued from previous page.)
Eileen Weida, President of the Payne-Minnehaha Community Council, said no matter
what licenses Ray Anderson gets he abuses them and the referred to debris and loaded
trucks on the property and to a full dumpster on the street today and to other
materials stored on the property. She said she thinks a new licensemightlead to
storage of bath "tubs and toilets etc. and she urged that the nuisance ordinance be
invoked. She referred to a letter from the Mayor's Complaint Office outlining the
problems and referring to the help of the Planning and Economic Development Dept. to
relocate. the operation and to the lack of cooperation by Mr. Anderson.
Councilman Levine asked the attorney whether some of the remarks on activities consti-
tute a nuisance and Mr. Starr said the evidence so far is competent to action by the
Council to deny the license and if testimony included violations of law the Council
could make a determination on the license.
Douglas McMillan, attorney representing Mr. Anderson, said he would have objected
to much of the testimony because it is heresay. He said it is difficult to consider•
old information in connection with a new application for a Building Contractor License
and he said the conduct of the rubbish hauling activities is what has disturbed the
neighbors. He suggested that there is an opportunity to alleviate some of the problems
and he said with a Building Contractor License, Mr. Anderson would have another source
of income which could lead to leaving the rubbish hauling business. If the application
is denied he said, the city is once again interferring with Mr. Anderson's_ pursuit of
income.
John Essene, CPA for Mr. Anderson, referred to discussion with the Planning and Economic
Development Dept. which he said have not been terminated but could not be completed be-
cause the other sites require financing that is not available. He said harassment has
negatively effected the business and relocation is the only solution. At the question
of Mr. McMillan, Mr. Essene said volume from trash hauling has decreased and one half
of the waste hauling routes have been sold and he thinks it is feasible to get out of
the waste hauling business. At the question of Councilman Tedesco, Mr. Essene said
approximately twenty per cent of the income is from waste. hauling and the largest volume
is from industrial waste hauling. At the question of Mr. Tilton, Mr. Essene answered
questions about the types of hauling and questions relating to discussions with the
city on relocation.
The Council at this time recessed. the Anderson hearing until later in the meeting.
(See continued discussion below. I\
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License issued to Fred D. Primoli
at 955-59 Arcade Street to Primo's Fine Food and Liquor, Inc. and Fred D. Primoli at
the same address. (Sherman S. Horowitz notified to attend. This matter was pre-
viously considered on August 22, 1979.) The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273625.
f On Sale Liquor License, Sunday On Sale Liquor License,
Resolution granting transfer o
Restaurant, Off Sale Malt Beverage, Tavern and Cigarette Licenses from Fred D. Primoli
at 955-59 Arcade Street to Primo's Fine Food and Liquor, Inc.and Fred D. Primoli at
the same address.
Mr. Tonda appeared and said even though a check has been issued to the pension fund he
still opposes the transfer:
Roll call on the resolution.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
(Continued discussion on the Ray Anderson hearing.)
Mr. Anderson appeared and answered questions of Mr. McMillan and said attempts to.re-
structure the business as stated by Mr. Essene were true and accurate. He said one
hundred per cent of his business at one time was rubbish hauling and this has been
reduced and he has sold one of the two routes. He said he made application for Building
Contractor's Licenses in order to reduce the rubbish hauling even further. He also
answered questions about the discussion on relocation and said it is essential to have
a building on any property considered for his business use. Mr. Anderson said there
are other business activities in the area that run trucks on DeSoto and he described
the hauling operation of construction material that involves no garbage and he referred
to steel stored on the property that is used to make roll off boxes. At the question
of Mr. Garvey, Mr. Anderson answered questions about the application for Building
Contractor's License and said the answers were true in all respects.
Mr. Segal said a conviction of Mr. Anderson was for storing solid waste in improper
containers.
At the question of Mr. McMillan, Mr. Anderson said he cannot read and Mr. McMillan said
there may be a misunderstanding of the question.
(Discussion continued to the following page.)
(Discussion continued from the previous page.)
Mr. Carchedi said they usually do not ask the applicant to include misdemeanors
in the question as it pertains to crimes on the application..
At the question of Mr. Tilton, Mr. Anderson commented on'the 'storage of trucks on
the property and previous",activities similar to contracting. At the question of
Mr. Segal, Mr. Andersonsaid he has been in operation and in the excavating construction
business for thirty one years. At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Anderson
said he has only had legal advice when there has been a problem.
No one else appeared and the public hearing was at this time closed with discussion
limited to Councilpersons.
Mr. McMillan, attorney for -Mr. Anderson, urged that the matters be separated and that
the past conduct not be included in this application. He urged consideration of Mr.
lihood for thirty one years and he said they
Anderson's education, background and live
are exploring relocation but lack funds. He suggested approval of the License with
proper restrictions.
Mr. Tilton, attorney for the residents, said the main issue is that activities at that
location are imcompatible with the neighborhood and the Building Contractor's License
will help him stay-at`the present location and some of the activities will become -
legal by granting the license.
tion be denied based on information and facts
Councilman Maddox moved that the applica
presented.
Councilwoman Hunt asked if the City Attorney could defend the Council action and if the
proper record has been established and it was agreed that the Council will incorporate
the findings in their action. Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks there has been a
serious lack of communication with Mr. Anderson and he needs outside help to advise him
on the application and carrying out his business activities. She said she is reluctant
to grant an additional license unless there is better communication established.
Councilman Levine said the presentation of Mr. McMillan was good but the whole problem
is that the business is not compatible with the neighborhood and the way to solve it
is not to grant another license.
Councilwoman Showalter said the neighbors have been before the Council many times and
tly doesn't understand his
the situation is intolerable and Mr. Anderson apparen
obligation to the neighbors.
include denial based on the following findings:
Councilman Maddox asked that his motion
1. The misrepresentation on the application. \
2. The past excavating work without a license.
3. History of zoning problems at that particular location.
4. Past failure to respond to the resolution of the Council
reference the use at 561 DeSoto.
5. Denying that he would do that in the future.
6. Inappropriate use to the residential neighborhood.
Roll call on the motion.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Mr. Carchedi said a letter has been recdived from the attorney representing Peggy
Kruger requesting that a public hearing date for Sept. 5th, 1979 be rescheduled to
Sept. 19th, 1979 and Councilman Maddox moved that the request be granted.
Adopted.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
7:00 P.M.
August 29th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Hozza at 7:05 P.M.
Present - Councilwomen Hunt, Showalter, Councilmen Levine, Maddox, Tedesco, President Hozza ... 6
Absent - None.
President Hozza announced that the purpose of the meeting is to hear candidates to fill
the vacancy in Seat F on the City Council and the rules of procedure as established by
resolution and a list of the names of candidates was read.
Sharon (Scarella) Anderson appeared and submitted a statement criticizing the procedures
of the Council to fill the vacancy and was notified by Council President Hozza that she
had exceeded the three minute time limit as set out in the procedures.
The Council at this time was ordered recessed for a short time to restore order and then
reconvened.
Mr. Robert Battle appeared and cited his reasons for wanting appointment to the City
Council and expressed interest in housing, the police chief appointment and budget
matters.
John Beck appeared and cited his background and resume and urged a special election
be called or the seat be left vacant and he said the Council could appoint him as a
caretaker and he would give his word that he would not run in the spring election and
will also appoint Mary Osiecki as deputy to carry out the philosophies of Rosalie Butler.
Pat Beck appeared and cited her background activities with the DFL and other volunteer
activities and said she would throw her support to her husband.
Albert J. Brisson, Sr. expressed interest in the NSP franchise fee matters and said he
is a very controversial person and he said Mr. McMahon is selling cars in his front yard
without a license and he urges that a special election be called or the seat be left open.
JoAnn Cardenas de Enos appeared and said she is a candidate with sensitivity to
neighborhoods and she cited her education and volunteer background and the programs she
is interested in.
Carol Connolly appeared and expressed her concerns for city programs and referred
to her consideration for DFL endorsement and said the office belongs to the people
of the city and to a person representing the needs of the total city. \
Eugene E. Conway, Sr. appeared and cited his educational and work background and
referred to his interest in city problems and he listed a number of organizations
and committees that he is involved with and he offered himself to fill the rest of
the term and not run for election in 1980.
Edward C.Dike, Jr. said he is not criticizing, he has no issues, and is not sponsored by
anyone but feels he should be involved in the affairs of the city.
Ann Elkha:tib appeared and said she has campaigned many times for the Democratic Party
and as a councilman would work for senior citizens and the handicapped.
George R. McMahon cited his record of community services and business experience and
said thirty five thousand people voted for him in the last election for this same
seat and a councilman should represent all the residents and not just those who voted
for him or his opponent.
Constance J. Perozino appeared in protest to the procedure and submitted a statement
for the record.
Bernice A. Peterson did not appear but had a statement read by Sharon Anderson.
Lorraine Reed appeared and said she represents concerned citizens and she filed a
petition in support of an election and protested the whole matter.
John A. Seppala appeared and expressed concern about issues and said as a policeman he
became sensitive to the needs of the neighborhoods.
Caroline Thomford appeared and said Mary Osiecki is more qualified than George McMahon
and she favors a general election to fill the vacancy.
David 0. Van Ness said he would look forward to working to reduce spending, approve
housing and be partners in progress with business.
Wilfrid M. Weber said he filed for the vacancy because he was a candidate at the
last election and is a member of the American Party and a born again Christian.
(Discussion continued on the following page.)
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Art Wilde appeared and said he has been active in the DFL and he criticized
the procedure for appointment. He said the Council has lost touch with the
people and as a councilperson he would hope to open the communication channels
between the Council and the people.
Councilwoman Hunt asked for a one minute response from candidates who wished
to respond on the problem of waste disposal.
Mr. Battle said he thinks the problem should be investigated more, fully.
Ms. Cardenas de Enos said we should investigate the use of waste aterials as
fertilizers.
Mr. Wilde said we should avoid waste as much as possible and treat waste as a
raw material.
Ms. Connolly said she would like to continue the study of converting solid waste
to energy.
Mr. McMahon said we should look at a steam plant possibility and for use as a
fertilizer.
Mr. Conway said we should conserve as much as possible and investigate the use
of waste as energy.
Mr. Van Ness said we should look at solid waste as a raw material and a source of
revenue.
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Councilman Levine referred to the importance of budget matters and asked for a resonse
from candidates on priorities in considering tax levels.
Ms. Connolly said there should be a study to see if we are getting our money's worth
and she thinks it is important to let people help set priorities.
Mr. Conway said if the councilpersons were commissioners of departments there would \
be salary savings and complaints could be directed at a department with the complaint
department eliminated.
Mr. Battle said food, shelter and clothing would be his top priorities.
Ms. Cardenas de Enos urged that the 17 Districts be consulted on the budget
Mr. McMahon said we should maintain basic health and safety services and seek federal
and state funds to subsidize the budget.
John Beck said the priority should be to cut the budget.
Mr. Van Ness said we should contact people for their ideas.
Mr. Seppala said services should not be cut but there should be an evaluation to see
if services are cost effective.
Mr. Weber said we should keep the citizens involved.
Mr. Wilde said we should increase efficiency and cut jobs by attrition.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
August 30th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza... 6
Absent - No one.
Hearing was held on the District 16 Plan.
Mr. Tom Zahn of the�Planning and Economic Development Department reviewed highlights
of the plan and Mr. Bill Clapp from the board of the Summit Hill Association said
he feels there is nothing to controversial in the plan and he urged approval of it.
No one else appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the plan with the proper resolution to be prepare
for consideration on the September 11, 1979 Council Agenda.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273560. THIRD READING.
An ordinance repealing Section 83.01 through 83.06 of the Legislative Code
pertaining to municipal parking lots. (provision obsolete)
Laid over to September 6th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273561.
THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter -130 of the Legislative Code providing for
appointment of adult crossing guards and striking the present 130.02 and
substituting a new 130.02.
Laid over to September 6th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273562.
THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Sections 131.01 through 131.03 of the Legislative Code
entitled Traffic Code -Various Offenses. (Provisions are obsolete)
Laid over to September 6th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273563. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 132 of the Legislative Code entitled Traffic
Code -Accidents and repealing Section 132.01 through 132.05 and 132.07 as obsolete.
Laid over to September 6th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273564. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 133 of the Legislative Code entitled Traffic Code -
Control of Traffic and striking certain sections as obsolete.
Laid over to September 6th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273565. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 134 of the Legislative Code entitled Traffic Code -
Rules of the Road and striking certain sections as listed as obsolete.
Laid over to September 6th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273566. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending the Legislative Code by repealing certain obsolete chapters
as listed.
Laid over to September 6th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273567.
THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 136 of the Legislative Code entitled Traffic .Code -
Weights and Load Restrictions and repealing Chapter 136 in its entirety except
for 136.13 which shall be amended and renumbered as 136.01.
Laid over to September 6th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273568.
THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 140 of the Legislative Code entitled Signs and Signals
on Bridge Piers or Street Obstructions, strike and substitute the words Director
of Public Works in lieu of the words Commissioner of Public Safety and City Clerk
where same shall appear.
Laid over toSeptember 6th for Final Adoption.
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C.E. No. 273569.
THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 144 of the Legislative Code entitled General Parking
Restrictions by repealing certain obsolete sections as listed AND repealing
Chapter 212 entitled Parking Lots and Garages; Use of Streets.
Laid over to September 6th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273570. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 145 of the Legislative Code entitled No Parking
Zones and amending Section 145.01 and 145.04.
Laid over to September 6th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273571. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 146 of the Legislative Code entitled Limited Parking
Zones and amending Section 146.01 and 146.03.
Laid over to September 6th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273572.
THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 147 of the Legislative Code entitled Parking Meter
Zones and amending Sections as listed.
Laid over to September 6th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273573. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 149 of the Legislative Code entitled Parking During
Emergencies and amending sections as listed.
Laid over to September 6th for Final FIRST READING. Adoption._
C.F. No. 273627. pertaining to Parking Meter Zones
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13539 arts of Wabasha and part of 4th St.
and deleting parts of Wabasha and adding p
Laid over to September 6th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273628.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance granting permission to Champion International Corp. to construct,
operate and maintain three 4" diameter conduits with cable across Hampden Ave.
near University Ave.
over to September 6th for Second Reading.
Laid
FIRST READING.
C.F. No. 273629. property located
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code rezoning p P Y
at the southeast corner of Griggs and Hewitt aka parts of Lot 14 and 15, Block 2, \
Gilbert's Addition.
Laid over to September 6th for Second Reading.
1090 Earl St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed
Claim of Virgil Adams, The Dairy Store,
on August 22, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of John Ehrnreiter, 575 Ashland St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on August 23,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
e., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on August 27,
Claim of Cameron Hunt, 2150 St. Anthony Av
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
el, Apt. 304, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
Claim of Janice Marie Johnson, 834 N. Haz
August 27, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Barbara Lilly by Attorney Ronald L. Beal, 1400 Northern Federal Bldg.,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on August 23, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
3118 Nicollet Ave., Minneapolis, Minnesota,
Claim of Metropolitan Transit Commission,
filed on August 27, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Elizabeth Trost by Attorney Paul J. Gatto, 2350 West Seventh St., St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on August 21, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
avid J. Pelton versus the City of St. Paul
Summons and Complaint in the matter of D
Personnel Dept.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
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Summons and Complaint in the matter of Margie Zabel versus the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Letter of Minnesota Mutual Life Insurance Company transmitting premium rates,
effective January 1, 1980, for Group Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Coverages of City employees.
Filed.
Letter of the Minnesota Mutual Life Insurance Company transmitting premium rates for
optional life insurance coverages of city employees. (Effective January 1, 1980)
Filed.
Administrative Orders:
D 5021 - Addition of $1,190 to the Construction of the Orchard Recreation Center
Project.
D 5022 - Extension of time for completion of the Cherokee Parkway, Mendota Street
I.T.A. and Morton Street I.T.A. projects.
D 5023 - Deduction of $3,463 in the construction of a new traffic control signal
at the intersection of Arcade Street and Magnolia Ave.
D 5024 - Payment of $41.80 from the Workers Compensation Account to Anthony
Renteria, Dept. of Community Services employee.
D 5025 - Payment of registration cost of $100 for Joseph Levy's attendance
at the meeting of the American Planning Association.
D 5026 - Authorization to HRA officials to sign -off on the Establishment for
Fair Re -Use Values of parcels as listed.
D 5027 - Payment of $41.80 out of the Workers Compensation Account to Lawrence
Michalitsch, Dept. of Community Services employee.
C.F. No. 273630.
Resolution approving various project budget amendments and transfers in the first 4
years of the Community Development Block Grant Program.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273631..
Resolution authorizing a contract between the City of St. Paul and Midas Corp.
for management of parking in the City Market Facility.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273632.
Resolution authorizing the State Commissioner of Transportation to act on behalf
of the city to take necessary steps to have street lighting and sewer improvements
in the Irvine Park Historic District approved by the Federal Highway Administrator
as a Federal Aid Project.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273633.
Resolution authorizing a Land Lease between the City and Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul
and Pacific Railroad Co. for property acquired for expansion of the Homecroft School
site.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273634.
Resolution denying the appeal of Midwest Plastics, Inc. and Myron Roth, Jr. from
a decision of the Board of Zoning Appeals regarding property at 1422 Ames Ave.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273635.
Resolution denying the appeal of Prairie Chicken, Inc. to a decision of the Board
of Zoning Appeals of property at the southeast corner of White Bear Ave. and
Old Hudson Road.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273636.
Resolution granting petition of Richard A. Kuehlwein and Gary Johnson for the
vacation of part of Cottage Ave.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273637.
Preliminary Order for the reconstruction of the sidewalk on both sides of Juliet
Ave. from Albert to Pascal Street abutting Lots 21-27, Block 2 and Lots 6-11,
Block 3 of Lane Manor Addition AND setting date of public hearing for September 25,
1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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President Hozza said the next item on the agenda would be to fill the vacancy
in Seat F on the City Council.
Councilman Maddox said several weeks ago he committed himself to a person and
he said there are many important issues decided by a split vote and he stressed the
importance to fill the position and referred to the cost of a special election
not to consider the expenditures of candidates. He at this time placed in
nomination the name of George R. McMahon.
Councilwoman Hunt read a statement in support of the process being used by the
City Council to fill the vacancy and she said this procedure is provided in the
charter approved by the people and the seat is to important to leave vacant. She
at this time placed in nomination the name of Carol Connelly.
President Hozza asked three times whether there were further nominations and hearing
none the nominations were closed.
President Hozza also referred to the cost of a special election and said the Council
is bound by the provisions of the charter. He referred to tie vote situations
and the need to fill the vacancy and he said based on qualifications and experience
he will support George McMahon.
Upon roll call vote George McMahon received five votes and Carol Connelly received
one vote. (Councilwoman Hunt) The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273638.
Resolution approving the election of George R. McMahon to fill seat F on the City
Council for the remainder of the unexpired term of Mrs. Rosalie Butler.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt offered her congratulations to Mr. McMahon and her desire to work
cooperatively with him on the City Council.
Mr. McMahon thanked the City Council for a vote of confidence and said he will do
his best to represent everyone in the City of St. Paul.
It was noted that a request has been received to set a date of hearing for \
September 25th, 1979 at the Midway Y.M.C.A. to consider the District 11 Plan.
Councilman Maddox moved that a date of hearing be set for September 25th at 7:30 P.M.
at Midway Y.M.C.A.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox referred to the rock concert at Midway Stadium last night and said
that although it was not as bad as the previous concert there were still a drinking
and a noise problem in the neighborhood and he will be recommending that the
moratorium be continued and the task force formed.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
September 4th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Hozza at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza...7
Absent - No one.
Approval of minutes of City Council Meetings for August 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, and 16,
1979.
Councilman Maddox moved that the minutes be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Hearing was held on the petition of Shepard Park Development for the vacation of
Springfield St. lying north of Steward St. 145 feet and south of southerly line
extended of Lot 1, Block 11, Palisade Addition.
Mr. Donovan reviewed the portion of street to be vacated and said it is the last
segment of streets to be vacated for the Shepard Park Development.
Mr. Stu Nolan, representing the petitioner, explained the location of the street
on a drawing.
Mrs. Kauffer, 2190 Stewart, urged that the matter be postponed until the Council
views the construction area and she also asked that previous promises of the
developer be kept.
Bill Cutting, 2315 Stewart, asked questions about the valuation of the property
and the taxes which were answered by Mr. Donovan.
Councilman Levine asked for a commitment from the developer on parking of trucks
during construction and on street lighting and Mr.. Nolan said he would agree
to a street light and they are in the excavating stage with a short period of high
truck traffic.
Councilman Levine said we should get a temporary street light and Mr. Schonberger
said he would check into the situation. Nolan . said the property
Ms. Kauffer asked what is going in on the property and Mr. P P y
is zoned for multiple use.
Councilwoman Hunt left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
Councilman Levine said appeals for: -.the property have not been granted and the \
developer would have to meet the zoning requirements.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the petition subject to the terms and conditions
recommended by the Valuation Engineer.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Hearing was held on the petition of Donald and Margery Turek for the vacation of
the north 31 of Magoffin Avenue lying between the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and
Pacific Railroad Company right-of-way and the northerly extension of the west
right-of-way line of Collette Place.
Mr. Don Turek, 1945 Magoffin, appeared in favor of the vacation of street but
objected to the compensation and he said it is to high and he doesn't think the
city needs or wants the property.
Councilwoman Hunt returned to the meeting at this point.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Donovan explained the compensation and
said compensation was charged for the south one half of the street which was vacated
in 1976.
After some discussion Councilman Maddox moved approval of the petition with the
compensation in the resolution to be determined after a meeting between Mr. Donovan
and Mr. Turek and if there is no agreement the matter would come back to the Council
for further consideration.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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September 4th, 1979.
RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of opening, widening, and extending Gabriel Road by condemning
various properties, under P.O. 272905.
Letters of objections to the award of damages were noted filed by Mr. and Mrs. Gary
Henderson, Diane Quastand Mrs. Robert Singer.
Kathy Henderson appeared and read a letter that was submitted earlier by mail
setting out their objections to the award of damages and Mr. Donovan recommended
that the matter be laid over one week to review the damages with property owners.
Councilman Tedesco moved that the matter be laid over for one week to September 11th.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273639. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of condemning and taking an easement in the land necessary for slopes,
cuts and fills in connection with the improvement of California Avenue from Payne
Avenue to Parkway Drive, under P.O. 272871.
Mrs. Mateyka, daughter of Mrs. Hegner, said the city has offered $350 in damages
but a contractor has said it would cost $900 and she read several other requests
for guard rails, stop signs, etc.
Joe Stiles, 761 Parkway Drive, said his garage must be lowered three feet and it
can't be done with the city estimate and he has had one offer for $3,900.
Mr. Donovan said there are differences in estimates and he recommended that detailed
estimates be obtained and he recommended approval of the resolution in order that
the work could proceed and recommended that the people file claims for damages at
a later date using the regular claim procedure.
Mr. Stiles asked if garage rental for the period he cannot use the garage could also
be included in the claim and Mr. Starr explained claim procedures and said it is not
a guarantee that the claim will be satisfied.
Roy Larson, 675 E. Idaho, asked questions about the amount of slopes and elevations
to his property and they were answered by Mr. Donovan.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0 Abstention - 1 (Tedesco)
C.F. No. 273640. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of condemning an easement in the land necessary for slopes, cuts and
fills in the grading and surfacing of Hawthorne Avenue from Westminster to Arkwright,
under P.O. 272582.
No one appeared.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273641. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of condemning an easement for slopes, cuts and fills in the grading
and surfacing of the alley in Block 1, Auerbach and Hands Addition, under P.O. 273004.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved that the resolution be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Rehearing on the improvement calling for construction of a storm sewer in Block 1,
Anderson's Addition because of increased costs over original estimates.
Councilman Tedesco said there are people present in favor of the improvement and he
doesn't think the people should be penalized the extra cost.
Mr. Schonberger referred to an agreement reached where the city will pay fifty percent
of the improvement with the property to be assessed fifty percent.
After some discussion Councilman Tedesco moved that the city proceed with the
improvement and that the city pickup the additional cost which will not be assessed
to the property owners.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
C.F. No. 270680. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16557.
An ordinance adding a new chapter (Chapter 398) to the Legislative Code and
making it unlawful to use city property for political purposes.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272986. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16558.
An ordinance amending Chapter 438 of the Legislative Code pertaining to unlawful
display to minors of indecent publications, pictures or articles.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 1 (Hozza)
C.F. No. 272987. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16559.
An ordinance amending Chapter 475 of the Legislative Code pertaining to unlawful
dissemnination of materials which are harmful to minors.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 1 (Hozza)
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C.F. No. 273469. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16560.
An ordinance granting permission to Omni Development, Inc. to construct, operate
and maintain ornamental street lights and conduit in right-of-ways of Grand Ave.
and St. Albans St., subject to terms and conditions.'
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273470. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16561.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13537 pertaining to Truck Routes and deleting
parts as listed of Mississippi and Arkwright Streets and of Jessamine Ave.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273471. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16562.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Zoning Code in rezoning property located
on the north side of Jenks between Westminster and Arkwright, aka Lots 35 thru 37,
Block 1, Cooper's Addition.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco returned to the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273472. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. N0. 16563.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Zoning Code in rezoning property
located on the east side of Kennard between Burns and Suburban, aka part of Lot 11,
Block 1, Target -East St. Paul Addition.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273599. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Section 308.08 of the Legislative Code repealing the
multiple ownership prohibition for on -sale liquor licenses.
Laid over to September 6th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273600. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 82 of the Administrative Code whereby "Little
Davis Bacon" requirements set forth in Section 82.07 thereof shall be applicable
to contracts of more than $10,000.
Laid over to September 6th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273642. FIRST READING.
An ordinance establishing a mandatory retirement age of 65 for city employees
in the uniformed division of the Police and Fire Departments. (Recommended for
approval by the Finance, Management and Personnel Committee)
Laid over to September 11th for Second Reading.
Claim of Barbara J. Boar, 833 Armstrong Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
August 28, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Trudy Boehme, 396 Edmund Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on August 28,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mrs. Christine Drobnick, 510 Humboldt Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
August 30, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Kenneth A. Lettenmaier, 1529 Hague Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
August 30, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Joseph Pugaczewski, 445 E. Brooks Avenue, Little Canada, Minnesota, filed on
August 29, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Cayetana C. Sabado.by Attorney Joseph J. Dudley, Jr., W. 1260 First National
Bank Bldg., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on August 29, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Steve Sjoblom by Attorney Graham Butler, 607 Commerce Bldg., St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on August 31, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of George Clifford Svendsen by Attorney Joseph J. Dudley, Jr., W. 1260 First
National Bank Bldg., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on August 29, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
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September 4th, 1979. t
Claim of Andrew E. Williams, 1660 Dayton Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
August 31, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Petition of Daval Investment
nlock 12, Winslow'sor the acation of a portioner of off t- Clair Avenue
stern
adjacent to Lot 6,
and St. Clair.
Valuation Engineer for check as to form and sufficiency.
Referred to the
I rates for employee
Letter of Blue Cross and Blue Shield transmitting renewa
group insurance and retiree group insurance for 1980.
Filed.
sioner of Transportation releasing a Haul Road
Order No. 63119 of the Commis
designation in connection with Trunk Highway 136 and 120.
Referred to the Public Works Department.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting that the petition of 1, James asd5 aura
lockWingate for the vacation of parts of Lots 19 2, and 3,
Addition and Lot 9, Block 29 Clark's Second Addition is in proper form and
signed by the requisite number of property owners.
Filed.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting that the petition of Marrell Hathaway
for the vacation of the alley in Block 4, Edmund Ricedditioneis,in proper
form and has been signed by the requisite number of property
Filed.
it Co -
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reportingthat the
the Road,pet1on Willi uaStreet=,sNeill
for the vacation of parts of John Street,
Street and Kittson Street is in proper form and has been signed by the requisite
number of property owners.
Filed.
Resolution ameeT�ormanceCevaluationseinules and providing the examination foroFireepositionsy elimination
of numerical p
(Second Reading and Adoption) Management
ut
andnPersonnel Committee and tithwas esolordered ion ebyePresident Hozzainance, g
C.F. No. 273643.ules by inserting the title Director of
Resolution amending the Civil 29ServiPcsoRessional-Administrative Supervisors \
Projects in Section 3,K, Grade ,
Group AND amending Section 32 by inserting specifications for the title. (Second
Reading and Adoption) Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273644.
or
Resolution authorizing the issuance of $590,000 Port Authority Revenue Bonds
the purpose of financing purchase of a building located at 1020 Raymond Ave.
to be used as a distribution teaser for Swenson'sNCarriagays -ge House.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273645. Revenue Bonds for
Resolution authorizing the issuance of $705,000 Port Authority
the financing of a office and distribution center at Lexington and Pierce Butler
Route for Oxygen Service Co., Inc.
Nays - 0
Adopted.
Yeas - 7
C.F. No. 273646.
Resolution pledging $200,000 U.S. Treasury Bills, --due April 29, 1980, as
collateral to protect deposits of public funds of the City with Summit National
Bank of St. Paul. yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.E. No. 273647. an a reement whereby Thomas J. Stearns is
Resolution amending C.E. No. 272086 being g
to provide certain serviceending
before related to 1the rMinnesota vention fPublic the iService tCommission
in the gas rate case now p g
tates Power Co. AND increasing the maximum sum of the contras
on the part of Northern S
from $9,000 to $13,500. yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273648.
Resolution granting the renewal of Sunday On Sale Liquor License to Mar -Wal, Inca
at 1179 E. Seventh St.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273649.
Resolution granting various new licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273650.
Resolution granting renewal of various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273651.
Resolution granting new Building Contractor licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273652.
Resolution granting renewal of Building Contractor licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273653.
Resolution concurring in the appointment by Councilman George McMahon of Mark
Vaught as his Legislative Aide.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the rules be suspended to consider a resolution not
on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0 \
C.F. No. 273654.
Resolution authorizing an agreement with Metropolitan Council whereby the City will
perform various services in the development of an Employer Ride Sharing Program
in cooperation with the Metropolitan Transit Commission.
Gail Weinstein of the Mayor's Office appeared and explained -the amount of the grant
expected and the program.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco asked to be excused from tonights City Council Meeting and
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the request be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Copies sent to Councilmen /%/%
Minutes approved by Council �/� 7 �% %
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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
7:30 P.M.
September 4th, 1979
ARLINGTON HILLS LUTHERAN CHURCH
GREENBRIER & GERANIUM STREETS
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 7:40 P.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon Showalter, President Hozza ... 6
Absent - Councilman Tedesco...I
President Hozza announced that the purpose of the meeting is to hear residents con-
cerning the use of the Gillette Hospital Site.
Lee Anderson, Vice President of District #5 and Chairman of the Ad Hoc Committee on
the reuse of the Gillette Hospital Site, gave the background of the Committee study
and said they recommended that the buildings be -demolished except for the west structure
and that the land be dedicated for park use with two tennis courts and one baseball
diamond.
Representative Waldorf submitted and explained the results of a survey he took on the
reuse of the Gillette property and he said he supports the people in their choice for
park use and he referred to the concerns of some people over ball fields and parking
congestion. He urged that the recommendation of the District Council be taken seriously
and supported.
An undentified man urged that the existing blacktop parking lot be retained for parking
with the ball fields.
Iry Kinstler said the District has considered alternatives and know what they want
and he understands the State will fund the proposal.
Representative Waldorf said State funds are not available to renovate the property
although some Metroplitan Council funds might be available for park use.
Senator Chenoweth said there is no known reuse for the buildings and he agreed with
the recommendation to save the west wing and for park use. He said his poll showed
support for park and housing with more favoring park use but he doesn't see a man-
date in Representative Waldorf's poll and top priority is compatibility with the
neighborhood. He said he doesn't think it would be a negative effect to have housing
and park use combination and a compromise is necessary and the site must be an asset
to the community.
Mr. Runyon pointed out that the number one choice of Representative Waldorf's poll
was park use.
Mr. Forsberg, 567 Brainerd Ave., said in Representative Waldorf's poll few people
favor townhouse and mixed townhouse uses and this is an opportunity to add to the
park system without acquiring any homes or businesses.:
Reverend Glen Hanggi, 882 E. Hawthorne, favored a combination use for the site be-
cause of the need for housing and the shortage of open space to construct new housing.
He said'the matter of senior citizen housing could still be explored by church groups
in the area.
Mr. Kinstler said there are already too many people on the east side and we don't need
any more.
Mr. Schertler, 875 Clear, referred to dicussion on this subject five years ago when the
park was being improved and said at that time it was the intention to include the
Gillette Site into the existing park when it became available and he said housing
was never mentioned until last year and the community has always favored park use
for the property.
An undentified man urged that the buildings be razed and then a decision could be
made on what to do with the property.
A resident at Forest and Ivy expressed support for park use.
Bob Jones, 1317 Earl, said Senator Chenoweth's poll only gave one choice and Representa-
tive.Waldorf's poll was confusing and he has always assumed that when the property
became available it would be used for park purposes.
Mr. Runyon, 1302 Earl, referred to the comments of the Mayor and two Councilmen favoring
use of the property for housing and'a study by PED was for housing uses and he asked
why the Council hasn't directed PED to use their resources to find out if anyone is
interested in the reuse of the buildings. He urged use of the property for park use
and he said he feels all the decisions were made months ago.
(Discussion continued to the following page.) 4
57758
September 4th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page.)
William Ash, 1003 E. Magnolia, urged 'some indication of action that the Council
will take. oll of the approximately fifty people present was taken and thirty
At this time a p
three favored park use with one favoring a mixed use.
A lady said she lives across the street from the location and said she obtained
forty signatures of immediate neighbors in favor of park use.
Councilman Hozza suggested that the matter be referred to the City Development
Committee of toe.Whole rovideaadditionalnd that ebackgroundPlanning Dandreosttoutathree the Parks alternativesenamely
be requestedP ark use -single family combination and
park use with the west wing to be saved, p resent
park use -townhouse combination.
Councilman Maddox urgd& a fourth alternative study to investigate reuse of the p
buildings. of
ire city and
Councilwoman Rona similaresituationCouncil mwithust cthe1ParktNurserysSitetwherehe teveryone favored
she referredprocedure and the City
must
open space. She said she agrees with Councilman Hozza's as a
attempt to Lfinevineusaidahelthare
inks Representativeate Waldorf'snPoll sistaegood yone andha.
le`
s est for the
Councilman
couple of months ago there seemed to be a consensus for housing the residents
e
to see single family housing but after seeing the poll and hearinngg ort the
tonight he would not favor more study of townhouses. He said building and would woul
District recommendation with the retention of the westudy ofttownhouse use he world suggest
a study of other uses but he he agreesawithaCouncilman Hozza-"_s roposal.,for further
Councilwoman Showalter said she agrees
p
study by the City Development Committee acid she referred to the cost of maintaining
be made before
e said she
the building and said a decision 'should a dlhallowing familyill
favors a combination use retaining the west building
uses. Development Committee
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be referred to the City Department
of the Whole and that the staff of the Planning andothEcalternativesmic onamely pment
ono
and the Parks Department be directed to exp
lore1. Park use only.
2. Mixed park use and single family housing.
3. Park use and townhouse use.
4.. Park use and housing for the elderly.
5. Rehabilitation of existing buildings.
It was also agreed that the motion should include a study of a library use.
Roll call on the motion. yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meetting be, -adjourned.
Yeas -Adopted.
A D U R N E D AT 9:30 P.M.
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Coun 1 P i nt.
ATTEST
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Copies sent to Councilmen
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57759.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
\ September 6th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Maddox, McMahon, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza...6
Absent - Councilmen Levine...I (Councilman Levine arrived at a point during the
meeting).
Councilman Tedesco moved that the rules be suspended to consider a resolution not
on the agenda.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273655.
Resolution approving and accepting the Registered Land Survey as part of Block 69,
St. Anthony Park as submitted by the 6Housing and RedeveloNays - pment Authority.
Adopted. Yeas -
C.F. No. 273560.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16564.
An ordinance repealing Section 83.01 through 83.06 of the .Legislative Code
pertaining to municipal parking lots. (provision obsolete)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273561.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16565.
An ordinance amending Chapter 130 of the Legislative Code providing for appointment
of adult crossing guards and striking the present 130.02 and substituting a new
130.02.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273562.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16566.
An ordinance amending Sections 131.01 through 131.03 of the Legislative Code
entitled Traffic Code -Various Offenses. (provisions are obsolete)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273563.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16567.
An ordinance amending Chapter 132 of the Legislative Code entitled Traffic
Code -Accidents and repealing Section 132.01 through 132.05 and 132.07 as obsolete.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273564.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16568.
An ordinance amending Chapter 133 of the Legislative Code entitled Traffic Code -
Control of Traffic and striking certain sections as obsolete.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273565.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16569.
An ordinance amending Chapter 134 of the Legislative Code entitled Traffic Co ode-
An
of the Road and striking certain sections as listed as obsolete.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273566.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16570.
An ordinance amending the Legislative Code by repealing certain obsolete chapters as
listed.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273567.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16571.
An ordinance amending Chapter 136 of the Legislative Code entitled Traffice Code -
Weights and Load Restrictions and repealing Chapter 136 in its entirety except for
136.13 which shall be amendedandeasrenumbered as 1366.01Nays _ 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273568.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16572.
An ordinance amending Chapter 140 of the Legislative Code entitled Signs an
Signals on Bridge Piers or Street Obstructions, strike and substitute the words
Director of Public Works in lieu of the words Commissioner of Public Safety and
City Clerk where same shall appear. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
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57760.
September 6th, 1979.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16573.
C.F. No. 273569.Chapter 144 of the Legislative `Code entitled General
Parking
Re certain obso
ordinance amending lete sections as listed AND rep
Restrictions by repealing Use of Streets.
Chapter 212 entitled Parking Lots and Garages; Nays - 0
Yeas - 6
Adopted.
FINAL ADOPTION.
ORD. No. 16574.
C.F. No. 273570.ter 145 of the Legislative Code entitled No Parking
Cha
An ordinance amending P
Zones and amending Section 145.01 and 145.04. Nays - 0
Yeas Adopted.
ORD, NO. 16575.
FINAL ADOPTION.
C.F. No. 273571. ng Chapter 146 of the Legislative Code entitled Limited Parking
An ordinance amendiSection 146.01 and 146.03.
Zones and amending yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
ORD. FINAL ADOPTION. RD. NO. 16576.
C.F. No. 273572• Chapter 147 of the Legislative Code entitled Parking
An ordinance amending Sections as listed.
Meter Zones and amending Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
FINAL ADOPTION.
ORD. NO. 16577.
C.E. No. 273573•ter 140 of the Legislative Code entitled Parking
Cha
An ordinance amending P
During Emergencies and amendineasectias listed.
dons Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Levine arrived at this point in the meeting.
THIRD READING. Baling the
C.F. No. 273599. Section 308.08 of the Legislative Code rep
An ordinance amending uor licenses.
multiple ownership prohibition for on -sale liq
Laid over to Se tember 13th for Final Ado tion.
THIRD READING. "Little Davis
C.F. No. 273600. Chapter 82 of the Administrative Code wherebytoto
Bacon" requirements set
An ordinance amending
forth in Section 82.07 thereof shall e app
contracts of more than $
Laid over to Se tember 13th for Final Ado tion.
SECOND READING. to Parking Meter Zones and
An ordinance amending
C.F. No. 273627• Ordinance No. 13539 pertaining
Parts of Wabasha and part of 4th Street.
deleting parts of Wabasha and adding P
Laid over to Se tember 11th for Third Readin .
SECOND READING• to construct,
C.F. No. 273628. to Champion International Corp. den Ave.
An ordinance granting permission h cable across Hamp
operate and maintain three 4„ diameter conduits with
near University Ave.
Laid over to Se tember 11th for Third Reading.
SECOND READING. located
C.F. No. 273629. Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code rezoning property lock 2,
An ordinance amending arts of Lot 14 and 15,
at the southeast corner of Griggs and Hewitt aka p
Gilbert's Addition.
Laid over to Sept eber 11th for Third Reading,
FIRST READING• ertaining to building
C.E. No. ordinance
. Chapter 25 of the Legislative Code p
An ordinance amending
fee permits.
Laid over to Se tember 13th for Second Reading.Minnesota, filed on
Claim of William Alan Burr, 45 So. Lexington, St. Paul,
September 4, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office. filed on September 4,
Claim of Fred M. Demko, 1090 Arcade St., St. Paul, Minnesota,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
e, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on September 4,
Claim of Verna James, 1055 Lafond Avenu
1979, was read.
Referred to the City At Office.
57761.
September 6th, 1979.
Claim of Robert T. Little, 3450 Dupont Avenue So., Minneapolis, Minnesota, filed
on September 4, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Doctor D. B. Russell, 4929 N. 126th Street, White Bear Lake, Minnesota, filed
on September 4, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Letter of the Ramsey Health Plan transmitting 1980 rates for employee health
care program.
Filed.
Letter of Richard N. Pearson requesting withdrawal of his petition to rezone
property on the south side of Reaney between Walsh and Weide.
Filed.
Administrative Orders:
D 5028 - Approving HRA acquisition of property at 435 Superior St.
D 5029 - Approving payment of $1,500 for purchase of structure at 586 Iglehart.
D 5030 - Approving addition of $2,143.63 to contract for revision of overhead
traffic signals at various location.
D 5031 - Approval of $16,735.10 addition for contract of construction of Baker
Community Center.
C.F. No. 273657.
Resolution approving expenditure of $10,000 of public funds to assist in the
promotion and carrying out of the 125th Anniversary Celebration and transferring
said sum from Contingent Reserve to the Dept. of Community Services.
Adopted.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273658.
Resolution transferring $2,000 in the 1979 Budget from Contingent Reserve -General
to Public Health Clinical Programs to finance the deficit of the North End Health
Center.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273659.
Resolution authorizing property acquisition for south of Front Redevelopment Area,
Community Development District 6.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0 \
C.F. No. 273660.
Resolution authorizing an agreement between the City and Ramsey Action Program,
Inc. wherein RAP will pay the City $3,750 for supply expenses incurred in Summer
Youth Recreation Programs.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273661.
Resolution authorizing an agreement between the City and Ramsey Action Program,
Inc. wherein RAP will pay the City the sum of $3,148.20 for expenses incurred
in the Summer Youth Recreation Program.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273662.
Resolution authorizing an agreement with ISD 4625 for school health services in
non-public schools for the period from Sept. 1, 1979 to June 13, 1980.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273663.
Resolution authorizing a lease agreement with Zimmerman Realty, 1954 University
of the Division of Health
Ave. for the rental of Office Suite #2 for the purposes
conducting its Women, Infants and Children's Supplemental Food.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273664.
Resolution authorizing an agreement between the City and County of Ramsey whereby
the County will provide the City with the services of Shirley Bowens, R.N. in
the Model Cities Health Clinic's geriatric health program.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273665.
Resolution authorizing removal of a public stairway in Greenbrier St. between
Margaret and Beech Streets.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
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September 6th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273666.
Resolution accepting a deed of conveyance for property in Block 12, Ridgewood
Park Addition for alley purposes from Crown Construction Co.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273667.
Preliminary Order for installation of a water main in Fry St. from Hewitt Ave. to
200 feet south AND setting date eaof-public hearingforaysOct ber 2, 1979.
Adopted.
C.E. No. 273668.
Preliminary Order for the installation of a water main in Clarence St. from York
Ave. to 48 feet south AND setting date of public hearing for October 2, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273669.
Preliminary Order for the installation of a water main in Fifielober d 1979from ComoAve.
to Brewster St. AND setting date of public hearing
forAdopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273670.
Ing, paving, constructing concrete curb an gutter
Preliminary Order for the grad
and construction of storm water drainage facilities in Fifield St. from
Brewster St. to Como Ave. AND setting date of public hearing for October 2, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273671.
Preliminary Order for the condemning and taking an easement in the land necessary
for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the grading of proposed Fifield St.
from Brewster St. to Como Ave. AND setting date of public hearing for October 2, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273672.
Preliminary Order for the construction of a sanitary sewer in Fifield St. from
Brewster St. to Como Ave. AND
Ysetting date of public hearing for October 2, 1979.
Adopted.
C.E. No. 273673.
nt for construction of sanitary sewer and sewer service
Resolution approving assessme
connections in Springside Drive from Allston St. to Pt. Douglas Rd., in
Lenox Ave. from Winthrop St. to relocated Wildview Ave., in portions of relocated
Wildview Ave., in Allston St. from an
easement to Springside Drive and in
St. from Lenox Ave. to relocated Wildview Ave.
ve. underP.O268517AND settngnthrop
date of hearing for October 9, 1979.
Adopted.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273674.
Resolution approving assessment for constructing water main and water service
llston St., Wildview Ave., Lng forv
e. and
connections on portions of AOctober 9, 19.79.
Winthrop St. under P.O. 266966 AND -setting date of hearinOg
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273675.
lling a public water main in Suburban Ave.
Resolution approving assessment for insta
from Frank St. to 300 feet east of the centerline of Frank St. under P.O. 270813.
AND setting a date of hearingforeas October 9, 1979. - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273676.
Resolution approving assessment for installing a public water main in Woodbury t.
from Morton St. to 120 feet north of the centerline of Morton St. under P.O. 271134
o
AND setting date of hearing for October 9, 1979.
Adopted.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273677.constructing curb
Resolution approving assessment for grading and surfacing,
gutter, and constructing drainage facilities in Allston St. from Springside
fromeAllstonoSt. to Lenox eAveVeunder P.O.l266938dAND ls ttingdview vdate ofe. and hearing
enox e
to relcated hearing
for October 9, 1979. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 7
57763 \
September 6th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273678.
Resolution denying the application of Ray Anderson dba Ray Anderson and Sons for
a Building Contractor's license at 541 Desoto Ave. resent and
Council President Hozza asked if the applicant or his attorney were p
wanted to be heard and no one appeared. Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273679.
Resolution granting Temporary On Sale Malt Beverage License to organizations as
listed. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273680.
Resolution granting renewal of various licenses as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273681.
Resolution granting various new licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273682.
Resolution granting transfer of two taxicab licenses from Cab -Line, Inc. at 40
Selby to Delmar D. Strehlow, dba Yellow Cab at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273683.Butcher, Off
Resolution granting application of David R. Cossetta for Grocery,
Sale Malt Beverage and Class C-1 Restaurant Licenses at 026 Ryan.
Adopted. Yeas -
Mr. Albert J. Brisson, Sr., 608 Beaumont, appeared and read and submitted a document
requesting compliance by Councilman McMahon to the disclosure ordinance and also \
referring to a hearing in Federal Court.
Councilman Maddox referred to a Council Resolution approved on Tuesday, September 4th,
approving an agreement with Metropolitan Council concerning the development of a
share ride program and he asked an explanation of the program before the City
Development and Transportation Committee.
Councilman Maddox asked about a License Committee hearing on cab licenses and
Councilman Hozza explained why the September 5th meeting was cancelled and he said
he will confer with the City Attorney and the License Inspector about rescheduling
the matter.
Councilwoman Hunt referred to aletter she
in tcirculahe ted
to the
Ma she and
Citthat the
Councilmen concerning housing problems
matter be referred to the City Development Committee and it was so ordered by
President Hozza.
e committee has already started discussions on housing
Councilman Maddox said th
problems and he also referred to problems in fund cutbacks from HUD.
Council President Hozza said he sits as a board member of the YMCA but doesn't
consider it a conflict of interest.
The letter was referred to the City Development and Transportation Committee.
Ms. Ronnie Brooks, Coordinator of the Negotiated Investment Strategy Program, appeared
and explained the program and gave an update of what has taken place so far and what
will happen in the next six months concerning this program.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
A 0 U R N E D T 10: 0 A.M.
Council resid t.
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MINUTES OF TRE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
7:00 P.M--,
September 10th, 1979
WASHINGTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 7:05 P.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Showalter, Mr. Vice President
Tedesco...6
Absent - Council President Hozza...I
Mr. Vice President Tedesco noted that the purpose of the meeting is to hold a public
hearing on the District 6 Plan. plan b a member
Councilman Maddox noted that each Councitandslthere nare snordisagreements in the plan.
of the Planning Council referred to many hours formulating
Liz Olson a member of the District Planning
the plan and said she hopes it is considered when anything comes up involving the
o task
district and
�Sshe copiesdaresavailabletrict ninathe dre ifferentortant tdepartments.
of the di Committee
and she hop
planslitowas difficult tolknow what ad as a eneighborhood of a task fwant deandetheseeplans giver an
p lanned for the entire area.
idea of what is p
A man who said he runs a store at 859 Rice Street asked about future
fornacquisition
for his
area and Mr. Grochalla of the Planning Staff said there are no p
of property on Rice Street. make tries to make specific guidelines to the problems
Virginia Thorsen said the p
of the neighborhood.
Council urged that the plan be \
Richard Goebel, Chairperson of District 6 Planning
endorsed and he said he thinks the plan
aseethe plan
san mrecognized as a good plan and he
Councilman Levine said he is happy to s it.
feels this area can affectively imp plan three times as a member
Councilman McMahon said he has voted on the district p plan be
of the Planning Commission and other committees and he moved that the
approved by the City Council. take art in early renewal programs and
Councilwoman Hunt said the area did not especially in the field of housing.
now the area can profit under this program ears ago and he referred to
Mr. McManus recalled interest by the area in housing y
a lot of social needs in the area and explained efforts to comb l e all agencies in
the new multi service center and he urged support by
the Roll call on the motion. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
The meeting was thereupon adjourned. (7:25 P.M.)
57765.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
September 11th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Showalter, Mr, Vice President
Tedesco ... 6
Absent - Council President Hozza...l
tion of Clarence P. and Marguerite J. Kimmel for the
Hearing was held on the peti
vacation of the alley in Block 1, Slayton's Linwood Park Addition. (Laid over from
etitioner and others and still rec
Mr. Donovan sareferred to an apparentommends denial
August 28, 1979)
drainage problem which should
id he met with the p
of the petition and he also said Mr. Kimmel
be referred to the Public Works Department,
Mr. Melzarek, Attorney for Mr. Owen, owner of adjacent Property,are in agreement with
doesn't want to pursue the matter further and he said they
denial of the petition.
arrangement
Councilwoman Hunt referred to a fence which encroaches into the alley and Councilman
and thinks there could be a betteroaeCttbut should
Levine said he viewed the alley proposed p j
for truck movement and we shouldn't interfere with the prop as entrance
investigate the water problem.
A man"appeared and said the fence is not a question and he needs the alley
to his property.
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the petition be denied and that the drainage problem
be referred to the Public Works Department. Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
RESOLUTION RATIFYING AND CONFIRMING CONDEMNATION AND
C.F. No. 273684. AWARDS OF DAMAGES.
opening, widening and extending Gabriel Road, under P.O. 272905. \
In the matter of op g�
owners about replanting
Mr. Donovan reported that he did confer with property
shrubs and trees. reement with the recommended procedure and would
Mrs. Qwast said Ehe is not in ag also requests that the street be done
rather replant the trees themselves and she year
next year but the easement be done this y
commented further about the alternatives involved in shrub and
Kathy Henderson .
Councilwoman that bid alternatives be received and then a decision
tree replanting
Hunt suggestense involved.
could made as to which method could be done with the least ex
Al Shetka of the Public Works Staffsaitryetoeyesterday with the City Arborist
remove esteand replant the trees.
and the Arborist feels that they
could Mrs. Qwast said they would rather deal with a nursery then file a claim with the
city at a later date.
approval of the resolutioy with 0
Adopted. e staff recommendation
Councilwoman Hunt moved .
Yeas - 6 Na
returned later in the meeting.
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this point and
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the rules be suspended to consider a resolution
not on the agenda. Nays - 0
Adopted.
Yeas - 5
to the reappointment by the Mayor of John Galles, 411 South
C.E. No. 273685. for a five '
Resolution consenting ointment of
Pascal Street, as anon -tenant commissioner of the Public Housing Agency
1984 and consenting to the reappointment
year term to expire September Public Housing Agency Commissioner rep
Peg Fourre,
1743 East Iowa, ear term to expire September 1, 1981.
elderly housing tenants for a two Y Nays - 0
Yeas - 5
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273627. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13539 pertaining to Parking Meter Zones
and deleting parts of Wabasha and adding parts of Wabasha and part of 4th Street.
Laid over to September 18th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273628. THIRD READING.
An ordinance granting permission to Champion International Corp. to construct,
operate and maintain three 4" diameter conduits with cable across Hampden Ave.
near University Ave.
Laid over to September 18th for Final Adoption._
C.F. No. 273629. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code rezoning property located
at the southeast corner of Griggs and Hewitt aka parts of Lot 14 and 15, Block 2,
Gilbert's Addition.
Laid over to September 18th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273642. SECOND READING.
An ordinance establishing a mandatory retirement age of 65 for City employees
in the uniformed division of the Police and Fire Departments.
Laid over to September 13th for Third Reading.
C.E. No. 273686. FIRST READING.
An ordinance repealing the present Chapter 282 of the Legislative Code and
substituting a new Chapter 282 outlawing certain drug related devices AND
repealing Chapter 283 in its entirety.
Councilman Maddox read a statement in support of the ordinance and at the question
of Councilwoman Hunt he said it is the same ordinance adopted by the City of Eagan.
The ordinance was laid over to September 18th for Second Reading.
Claim of Mrs. Clara M. Carlson, 937 Watson Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
September 7, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mr. Samuel Bollinger, 1802 Van Buren, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
September 7, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Ms. Sherri Geraghty, 1541 Simpson, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
September 5, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Eunice Krey Jensen by Attorney D. E. Jensen, Jensen Law Building,
Luck, Wisconsin, filed on September 7, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Jean M. Smith, 25580 Nelsine Drive, Excelsior, Minnesota, filed on
September 6, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Councilman Tedesco returned to the meeting at this point.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending that the Council set a date of
hearing for October 9th to consider the petition of Dart Transportation Co. for the
vacation of certain streets and alleys located in Kittson Addition.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending that the Council set a date of hearing
for October 9th, 1979 to consider the petition of Summit Court, Inc. for the
vacation of part of the alley in Block 13, Woodland Park Addition.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the recommendation.ays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
Administrative Orders:
D 5032 - Payment of $668.80 from the Workers' Compensation Account to William
Peter, Dept. of Community Services employee.
D 5033 - Extension of time for completion of contract for the roadway improvements
to Blair Ave., I.T.A.
D 5034 - Extension of time for the construction of Berry Street storm sewer.
D 5035 - Extension of time for the grading and paving of Case Ave. from Arcade St.
to Earl Street.
D 5036 - Payment of $1,246.00 to Dr. Steven Coleman and Richard Cich who are
expected to attend an Automated Fingerprint User's Group meeting at
Anaheim, California.
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September 11th, 1979.
D 5037 - Addition of $704.00 to the North End - Multi Purpose Center contract.
D 5038 - Addition of $864.00 to the North End Multi Purpose Center project.
D 5039 - Deduction of $500.00 for the electrical construction of the large cat
exhibit/Como Zoo.
D 5040 - Acceptance of $225.16 as settlement in the third party accident
involving Frank S. Foster, Police Dept. employee.
D 5041 - Payment of $836.00 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Roy
Berggren, Water Department employee.
C.E. No. 273687.
Resolution approving action of the St. Paul Board of Appeals and Review with
and
arshall
and
61 Forest.
respect to Macey,tThaomas6H.PandlMargaret�R25Bestt,Mand SondraeM.eOtto,Srespective
(August R. Macey,
appellants) yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273688.
Resolution approving action of the St. Paul Board of Appeals and Review with respect
to property at 314 Dayton/194 Farrington, 467 Ashland, 496-498 Dayton and
163 Virginia Street. (C.A. Lindeke, Marie Marcotte, August R. Macey and
Walter J. Reischel, respective
e appellants) Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273689.ed as collateral to protect
Resolution approving securities as listed toe pledg
deposits of public funds with Guarantty State BankOfSt.OPaul.
Adopted. Yeas -
C.F. No. 273690.
Resolution approving the District 166Plan. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas
C.F. No. 273691.
Resolution forgiving the penalty fee levied against Roger Vannelli, dba Como Rec,
for late payment of second half of the On -Sale Liquorays License fee.
Adopted. Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 273692.
nt of $68.28 to Jon Seibold from the Tort Liability
Resolution approving payme
Fund in settlement of his claim.
- 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273693.
Resolution approving Taxicab License to P.A. Jones, dba City Wide Cab Co. to
operate one taxicab. yeas - 6 Nays - 0 \
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273694.
Preliminary Order in the matter of constructing a water main in Trout Brook Circle
from Arlington Ave. south to cul-de-sac AND setting date of hearing for
October 9, 1979. yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273695.
Preliminary Order for the condemning and takingan
easement in tving e land necessary
for slopes, cuts and fills, occasioned by the grading
t Brook
Circle from Arlington Ave. to approximately 800 feet south AND setting date of
hearing for October 9, 1979. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 273696.
Preliminary Order for the improving of Trout Brook Circle from Ar l9gton 1979Vanue
south to 6ul-de-sac AND setting date of public hearing
- 0
r
Adopted. Yeas - 6
NaysC.F. No. 273697.
constructing a sanitary sewer in Trout
ublicBhearingrfor cle from
Preliminary Order for
Arlington Ave. south to cul-de-sac AND setting date of p
October 9th, 1979. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
Resolution approving the Fringe Parking and Shuttle Service program and authorizing
its implementation by the Parking Administration.
Councilman Maddox said it was his intention to discuss this matter at the City
(Discussion continued to the following page).
57768)
September 11th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page)
Development and Transportation ionm85tee commentedho' the parking problems in the
Carol Truse representing"Operate said it is their sh
intention and program bye program for Octoberuter 15th andrmarketsthe program toall
the employers
int
by December 15th. She said the fringe shuttle program is a vital part of t e
commuter alternative program.
Barry Engen of the Planning Staff explained the parking shuttle program.
Councilman Maddox moved that the resolution be referred to the City Development
and Transportation Committee and it was so ordered by President Tedesco.
with Mr. Engen as Director of the
Councilman Levine said he feels comfortable hope
Progresponsiblehesaid as sthe bi a usedds and sandlhechopessevent allyare etheep ogramewwillienced
andHe said he thinks it will be an extension
be worked out with MTC using MTC drivers.
of the successful dime a ride program.
Councilman Maddox said he has always been concerned about parking in the downtown
area and his main concern about this program is the administration.$eptber 13th,
it was agreed that the resolution would be placed on the Thursday,
agenda to be considered after committee action.
Mr. James Milsap appeared and said he agrees to a full investigation of the
Central
Village matter and he urged that a day be set aside each week by and he Y
as edsthat theWashington eHUDvofficetbenof calledeineandnthatlallefindings be made
lso
public each week. He also said there should be an audit and these and other items
should be discussed on Thursday.
Maddox said an investigation was called for by the Federal Government
Councilman \
and others and he also has questions of HUD but the Council doesn't have the facts
and other investigating bodies should make their findings public.
Councilman Maddox said he is willing to make ashington
a motion providing that W
HUD Office be requested to investigate the Central Village matter and Councilwoman
Hunt suggested that the matter be defined in a resolution.
should be
Councilman Levine agreed that the matter defined and the specifics suggested Showalter sung that Mr. Milsap
should be part of the resolution and Councilwoman
and lMaddoxMaddox
said the Arthurthe
Anderson Attorney
report should bethe rforwarded to Washington
Councilman
HUD with a request to investigate specific allegations.
Mr. Milsap said the Anderson report should be thoroughly aired• re are a resolution
Attorney be requested top for investigation.
P
Councilman Maddox moved that the City
ro rams that have taken
which would forward the Anderson report to the Washington HUD Office
Mr. Mann, 716 Dayton, urged an investigation of all housing p g
place in the Summit University Area.
Roll call on the motion. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Maddox moved that Yeasmee6ing be adjourned - Nays.- 0
Adopted.
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City Clerk.
Copies sent to Councilmen L// 9/7
Minutes approved by Council / i
57769.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL ON
9:00 A.M.
September 12th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Hozza at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, McMahon, Maddox, Tedesco, Showalter, President Hozza... 7
Absent - None.
Change of officers and stockholders in Awada, Inc., On Sale Liquor licensee at
haE. Plato Blvd. (No one notified to attend). The following resolution was
199
submitted.
roving the change of officers and stockholders in Awada, Inc., holder
C.F. No. 273698.
Resolution app
of On Sale Liquor License at 199 E. Plato Blvd- - 0
Yeas eas - 7
LiquorNayLicense issued to D.L. Corporation
Application for the transfer of the On SInc.at the same address. (Lauretta M.
at 1183 University Avenue to J. Harold,
Jung and Harold J. Tuthill notified to at
The following resolution was submitte .
transfer of On Sale Liquor License, Sunday On Sale Liquor License,
C.F. No. 273699.
Resolution granting
d
Restaurant, Tavern, Off Sale Malt Beve?nge atthCigarette
the same
from D.L. Corporation
c.
at 1183 University Ave. to J.Has ld, Nays - 0
Adopted. On Sale Liquor
sched
led
e inspector It was noted that three public hearings had been ectoruthathconcerning
feeshavebeen paid \
licensees and it was reported by the Licens
and there is no need for the public hearing.
Councilman Tedesco moved thatYeas
items be laid ver indefinitely.
Adopted.Session
Application by the Church of St. Matthew507 Hall Avenue, for a Gambling
License, along with a Bingo 1 Period License and a Temporary Sale Malt Beverage
The following
License. (William F. Schilling notified to attend.) wing resolution was sub-
mitted.
C.F. No. 273700.
temporary On Sale Malt Beverage License, Gambling Session License
Resolution granting temp Y
and Bingo 1 Period License toChurch
Yeas7of St. Nays - at 507 Hall venue.
Adopted.
Public Hearing on the application by David for der for a Second Hand Dealer General
neighbors and District 5
License at 1080 Earl Street. (Recommended for denial y
Planning Council. This matter was previously considered by the Council on August 22,
1979.) t. submitted and explained an analysis
Lieutenant Richard Ekwall of the Police Dep whether the other calls in the
of police calls at and int. He said there are only
the vicinity of 1080 Earl StreeAttorney,
three calls to the immediate address andcan't
question of Garvey, As
City
area are related to 1080 Earl. At the q
roblem and some believe
he said he polled his men and some believe that 1080 Earl is a P he said is is
for Mr. Doepner,
it is not a pYoble�hendtherefor
ofhMrcaHanzel, attorneyeror t.Dion that 1080 Earl is a
problem area. At question stolen merchandise or other similar crimes at 1080 Earl
lving
not aware of problems invo
Lieutenant Ekwall said some of the officers
Street. At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, oke in opposition to
from the station have conferred with the owner of rest Earl. ears ago and
resenting the neighborhood residents, spoke
Ray Kempe, attorney rep had complaints of nuisances two of merchandise
renewal of the License and said the refrigeratorswithdoors on them and unloading
with refrigerators
he referred to storage of /
over the sidewalk and he said he feels there is a nuisance and a danger
stored with doors not removed. age.)
(Discussion continued to the following P g
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September 12th, 1979. 57770.
(Discussion continued from the previous page.)
Ray Ogren, 1188 E. Ivy, said in April he witnessed twenty or thirty appliances
stored in the back yard and in June he witnessed an appliance on the doorstep
for a weekend. He said he also witnessed the canoe paddle incident and can identify
the person as an employee of the appliance store.
Mr. David Doepner appeared and answered questions of Mr. Hamel concerning the
nature of the business and he said he has sold appliances in the area for seven years
tions and he
and has not received
yardaticket fwithout aolicense which wasalater dismissed. received
heone cspent
or
operating a junk
three htore waste ro
liancesrfrom Searsnands
doesn'tsstore them in the tback dyard. Hehssaid the
the usedd appapp
has conferred with the license
liancesrnotnsold arevarious
hauledmawaynbyltruck andhekeepse of
violations. He said the app do not
ids and
everything inside ondfor said
earsthe Hceoreferred toga drivingsincidentlinvolvingsakboy who
it has been,going Y
appeared at the last hearing and he also said his son has moved out he es the upstairs
is nd
apartment.
He said
he thinks the
situation
At the would
n of be wors ilmanfHozza, Mr.hDo pnernsaidahe
he can
moved his son out of the apartment last week.
Mr. Hanzel said licensing powers are to protect the community and the business operation
has no relation to neighborhood activity and this man's record is better than a great
majority of license holders. He said the alleged nuisance had nothing to do with the
conduct of the businessthe businessa
acould resulnd he feelst in otherr. Doeeproblems.r is the TeHe said theret of the
theand closing
that the business is a nuisance, no violation of law and no showing that would legally
support the denial of the license. said the Council is the
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr..Starr, City At
uoiteyof unlawful conduct which
ultimate fact finder and can decide if the licensee is guilty
is detrimental to the public good.
Councilwoman Hunt asked if conditions could be attached to the license and Mr. Starr
said the Council could attach conditions when granting the license.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Lieutenant Ekwall said they do work on problems
relating to kids congregating in areas and he referred to the difficulty in enforcement.
o deny the
Councilwoman Hunt said she feels that there has been no finding of facts tranted with
license but the problems should not be ignored and the license should'be g
conditions.
Councilman Maddox said he thinks there could be ld not allow
a condition which wou
loitering at the property.has
re -
Councilman Hozza said he doesn't think the Council regularbusinessl
nesshours.h evidence toReusaidyone
vocation and some of the problems are after the reg
of the problems might be solved by the son moving from the apartment and we should
ask the License Inspector and Police Department to keep a close eye on the operation
and if there are violations there could be action to suspend or revoke the license.
Councilman Maddox said that he thinks there should be strict restrictions and he
moved that the city 1.
Behaviorand
ofthe
peopleLicense
in andparoundprepare
locationconditions relating to:
2. Storage.\
owing the son to live in the upstairs apart -
3. A condition not all
ment.
4. A 90 day license clause.stairs
Mr. Starr said he thinks it is highly illegal to require that the son not live up
in the apartment but the licensee could agree sdenialcbutlthe situation could be
Councilman Levine said he was prepared to support
worse if the City lost in court and he thinks a restricted 90 day license is the way
to go. out and she would vote for the
Councilwoman Showalter said the area is a known hang
license if it was granted for no more then thirty days.
Councilman Maddox asked about voluntary conditions and he said he thinks the restriction
concerning the man's son should be voluntary on the part of the licensthe ee.
Councilman Hozza said the motion s ato have the License resolution grantingitheector licensedsubjecttto conditions.
and the applicant meet and prepare
ther business goes in without a license there
He said if Mr. Doepner moves out and ano
could be further problems and he thinks there is much heresay concerning the matter
and not much evidence. .
Councilman easkehe Police Griffitexplained thatritent to place is difficultgtoaconcentrateoonoa particular locationthe
and Deputy Chiefn
area and dengrservices to other area but they will cooperate to the best of their
ability. rotection to the
Mr. Hanzel said a 90 day license and restrictions offer little pro e of the establish
applicant and the restrictions are to the behavior of peop
le meet.
Roll call on the motion. Yeas - 6 Nays - 1 (McMahon)
Adopted.
67771.
September 12th, 1979.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Garvey, Assistant City Attorney, explained
that on Monday of this week the License Inspector reveived a notice from the
Insurance Co. that.insurance on Yellow Cab.may be cancelled. He explained that
the insurance is in the name of Yellow Bird, Inc. which is not the name of
the licensee and he said a letter has been sent stating that the licenses must
be transferred to the proper corporate name and a'hearing on the matter has been
set for October 10, 1979. At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Garvey
said the cars are insured through October 14, 1979 pending the proper name change.
Councilman Tedesco moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
57772.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
September 13th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to.order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:15 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza... 6
Absent - Councilwoman Hunt ---1 (Councilwoman Hunt arrived at a point during the meeting).
Claim of Bernard P. Bearth, 1700 Case Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
September 4, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Wayne Gartner by Attorney Victor B. Anderson, 420 Commerce Bldg., St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on September 7, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Robert Schally, 1882 Iglehart, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
September 10, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co., 7500 France Ave. So.,
Edina, Minnesota, filed on September 10, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
State Auditor's Report on the examination of the financial affairs of the Civic
Center Authority covering the year ended December 31, 1978.
Filed.
Copy of Appeal from Assessment to the District Court from Costello Corp. versus
the City of St. Paul for the grading and paving of Doswell Ave. from Berry St.
to Trunk Highway 46280.
Filed.
Letter of the Director of the Dept. of Finance and Management Services reporting the \
petition of Laurence O'Connell to rezone part of Block 1, Michel's Subdivision
Block 14, Stinson's Division is sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Resubmitted petition of Rollie Brown to rezone 1602 and 1606 Carroll aka Lots 8
and 9, Block 5, College Park Addition.
Referred to the Finance Department for check as to sufficiency.
Administrative Orders:
D 5042 - Extension of contract time for the construction of Mississippi Street
Bridge over the Burlington Northern Inc. between Pennsylvania Ave. and
Cayuga Street.
D 5043 - Addition of $85.00 to the Wabasha Bridge Slope Wall contract.
D 5044 - Addition of $407 to the Public Works Office Building Addition contract.
D 5045 - Addition of $3,055 to the North End Multi -Purpose Center Project.
D 5046 - Addition of $1,915.73 to the St. Paul Canine Training Center project.
D 5047 - Extension of contract time for the Aladdin Electric Company for
ornamental street lighting system in the Blair Ave. ITA area.
D 5048 - Release.of $191,928.60 withheld as a reserve for the Mississippi Street
Bridge Improvement from Cayuga Street to Case Ave.
D 5049 - Deletions in the sum of $522545 for the Underground Garage Wall
Reinforcement project.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Electronic
Data Processing Specialist -Library in Section 3.J, Grade 11, Professional
Administrative Non -Supervisors Group AND inserting its specifications in Section
32. (First Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval).
Laid over to September 20th 1979 for Second Reading and_ Adoption.
57773.
September 13th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273701.
Resolution approving U.S. Treasury Notes of $400,000 and $50,000 pledged as
collateral to protect deposits of public funds of the City of St. Paul with
Western State Bank of St. Paul.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273702.
Resolution amending the Community Development Block Grant Year V Budget and
transferring $67,000 from CD Year V Unspecified Contingency to Highway 212
Housing Site; Street Improvements. (Finance Committee recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273703.
Resolution supporting a special session to approve a winter heating assistance
program.
Councilwoman Showalter read a statement in support of the resolution and gave the
reason for the program.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273704.
Resolution approving the fringe parking and shuttle service program.
Councilman Maddox said the City Development and Transportation Committee this
morning recommended approval of the resolution on the condition that a monthly
report be made by the Parking Administrator.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273705.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget by transferring $8,213 from Contingent
Reserve -General to Division of Housing and Building Code Enforcement -Salaries.
(Funding for position of Zoning Specialist for balance of year; Finance Committee
recommends approval).
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt arrived at this point in the meeting.
Appeal to decision of the Board of Zoning Appeals and Planning Commission
concerning special condition use permit issued to Alternative Homes, Inc.
at the northeast corner of Albemarle and Maryland.
Councilman Levine moved that the appeal be granted.
Councilwoman Hunt spoke in opposition to the motion and said she doesn't feel
there is enough information that would provide a basis for granting the appeal
and she referred to the Planning Commission which did not grant the appeal. \
She said the condition of the structure is a decision of another agency which would
govern the use of the facility.
Councilman Levine said he feels there is adequate information and he said the
location is not proper for this type of facility and without commenting on the
structure itself there would be considerably more traffic, the groundsare inadequate
to accommodate cars and there is no space outside the structure for activities by
young people and he believes visitors would cause traffic and parking problems.
Roll call on the motion.
Yeas - 3 (Maddox, Tedesco, Levine)
Nays - 4 (McMahon, Showalter, Hunt, President Hozza)
Motion failed of adoption.
At the question of the Council, Mr. Starr, City Attorney, said it would be in order
to adopt a motion to deny the appeal and have the proper resolution be prepared.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the appeal be deniedNa s - 3 (Maddox, Tedesco, Levine)
Adopted. Yeas - 4 y
C.F. No. 273599. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16578.
An ordinance amending Section 308.08 of the Legislative Code repealing the
multiple ownership prohibition for On Sale Liquor licenses.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273600. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16579.
An ordinance amending Chapter 82 of the Administrative Code whereby "Little
Davis Bacon requirements set forth in Section 82.07 thereof shall be
applicable to contracts for more than $10,000.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273642. THIRD READING.
An ordinance establishing a mandatory retirement age of 65 for city employees
in the uniformed division of the Police and Fire Departments.
Laid over to September 20th for Final Adoption.
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C.F. No. 273656. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 25 of the Legislative Code pertaining to building
fee permits.
Councilman Levine, at the request of the Building Department, moved that the
ordinance be amended by substituting new pages 3, 6, and 17.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
The ordinance was laid over to September 18th for Third Reading.
Resolution recommending the appointment of Police Chief be made from within
the St. Paul Police Department.
Councilwoman Hunt requested that the resolution be laid over or referred to a committee.
Councilman Maddox said he has made it known that he would not vote for a Chief of
Police appointment from outside the department and he thinks the recommendation is
good before the commission spends money on ads. He said he doesn't see any thing
wrong with a recommendation to hire within.
Councilman Hozza said he had concerns but they are satisfied after careful reading
of the resolution and he said he thinks the resolution suggests a position and doesn't
tell the commission to do anything.
Mr. Starr, City Attorney, said after reviewing the language of the resolution he
thinks it is merely a recommendation and doesn't interfere with the process. \
Councilwoman Hunt said she supports the concept but would like more time to digest
it.
Councilman Tedesco said it is more than likely that he will support a candidate
from within the department but he wants to vote for the most qualified person.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the resolution be laid over to Tuesday, September 18th.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 3 (Maddox, McMahon, Showalter)
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 10:40 A.M.
Council President.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
September 18th, 1979,
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Showalter, Tedesco, President
Hozza...7
Absent - No one.
President Hozza referred to a request from the Planning and Economic Development
Department for Council consideration and approval of the revised Neighborhood
Commercial Area Improvement Program Guidelines and the matter was referred to the
City Development and Transportation Committee for consideration by the committee
at their October 4th meeting.
Approval of minutes of City Council Meetings for August 21, 22, 23, 28, and
29, 1979.
Councilman Maddox moved that the minutes be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Hearing on the petition of the City of St. Paul for the vacation of the north 100
feet of Lot 8 (except the east 85 feet) J. W. Bass Acre Lots.
A letter of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending approval of the petition
subject to certain terms and conditions.
Mr. John Beagan, President of Advance Shoring Company at 1400 Jackson, said they
have a land locked parcel and this property provides the only access. He also
expressed a desire to acquire the property being vacated.
Mr. Donovan, Valuation Engineer, said the easement serving the property will remain
in effect and when the property is vacated it will be referred to the Housing and
Redevelopment Authority for disposition.
No one else appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the petition subject to the terms and conditions
recommended by the Valuation Engineer.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0 \
Hearing on the petition of the City of St. Paul for the vacation of Lots 7 and 8,
Block 3, Brunson's Addition.
A letter of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending approval of the petition.
subject to certain terms and conditions.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the petition subject to the terms and conditions
recommended by the Valuation Engineer.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Hearing on the petition of Conrad Leurer to rezone property located at the southwest
corner of Larpenteur and Galtier Ave. aka Lots 28 and 29, Block 4, Rice St. Villas.
Ms. McNeally of the Planning Staff reviewed the request and said the recommendations
are for approval of rezoning to B-3.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the petition to rezone the property to B-3.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273706. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of condemning and taking an easement for slopes, cuts and fills
for the improvement of DeSoto St. from North to Collins and North from DeSoto to
Payne Avenue, under P.O. 273012.
No one appeared.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the petition.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273707. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of condemning and taking an easement for slopes, cuts and fills in
the grading and paving of the alley in Block 3, Edmund Rice's Third Addition,
under P.O. 273008.
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Mr. Thomas appeared along with other residents and asked various questions about the
amount of property being taken and they conferred with engineers on the matter.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0 .
C.F. No. 273708. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of constructing the Carroll-Mackubin Storm Sewer System, under
P.O. 265655.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Showalter moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273709. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of taking and condemning land necessary for slopes, cuts and fills
for the improvement of part of Hazelwood Avenue from Case to the proposed cul-de-sac
and Omaban from Case to the proposed cul-de-sac, under P.O. 272836.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Showalter moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the rules be suspended pertaining to the order of
business.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273710.
Resolution recommending Mayor selection for Police Chief to be a present member
and employee of the St. Paul Police Department.
Councilman Tedesco said he plans to vote no on the resolution and he said in all
likelyhood he will vote for a person from within the ranks but we should be able to
interview anyone from anywhere.
Councilman Maddox spoke in support of the resolution and said he hasn't found one
job in the city that a resident can't fill.
Councilwoman Hunt said she agrees with the concept but would feel more comfortable
with a rewording.
Roll call on the resolution. Yeas - 6 Nays - 1 (Tedesco)
Adopted.
C.E. No. 273711.
Capitol Improvement Budget by transferring $2,079,20
Resolution amending the 1979
from various projects to the St. Albans Storm Tunnel Project.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Mr. William Rupp, Chairman of the Citizens Budget Advisory Committee appeared and
submitted their final report on the proposed 1980 Budget.
Councilman Maddox said at the last meeting a motion was adopted to accept the
report and to ask the Mayor to increase the committee from eleven to fifteen members
and that it be a year round committee.
Councilwoman Hunt said the committee should be commended and she thinks a resolution
should be prepared and adopted after the budget is adopted.
Councilwoman Showalter commended the committee for their attendance records and
Councilman Tedesco commended Councilwoman Hunt for her work with the committee.
Councilman Levine also commended the committee and said he thinks additional members
should include a representative of the minority community.
Councilman Maddox ].eft the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
C.F. No. 273712.
Resolution creating Task Force to deal with the subject of housing for low or
moderate income families. (City Development and Transportation Committee
recommends approval)
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273627.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16580.
pertaining to Parking Meter Zones
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13539 arts f Wabasha and part of 4th Street.
and deleting parts of Wabasha and adding p of
- 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
Councilman Hozza left the meeting at this point.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16581.
C.F. No. 273628.
mission to Champion International Corp. to construct,
An ordinance granting per
4" diameter conduit with cable across Hampden Ave. near
operate and maintain three
University Ave.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
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September 18th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273629. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16582.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code rezoning property
located at the southeast corner of Griggs and Hewitt aka parts of Lot 14 and 15,.
Block 2, Gilbert's Addition.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273656. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 25 of the Legislative Code pertaining to building
fee permits.
Laid over to September 25th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273686. SECOND READING.
An ordinance repealing the present Chapter 282 of the Legislative Code and substituting
a new Chapter 282 outlawing certain drug-related devices AND repealing Chapter 283
in its entirety.
Laid over to September 20th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273713. FIRST READING.
An ordinance repealing the following chapters of the Legislative Code as obsolete;
Chapters 213, 269, 271, 274, 275, 277, and 273.04,273.05 and 273.06.
Laid over to September 25th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273714. FIRST READING.
An ordinance repealing the following chapters of the Legislative Code as obsolete;
Chapters 68, 69, and 79.
Laid over to September 25th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273715. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Ord. No. 13542 pertaining to No Parking Zones by adding the
north side of Arlington Ave. from Snelling to Hamline Ave. during Minn. State
Fair dates.
Laid over to September 25th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273716. FIRST READING.
An ordinance repealing chapters of the Legislative Code as listed as obsolete.
Laid over to September 25th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273717. FIRST READING.
An ordinance repealing Chapters 80, 82A, 88, 92, 92B and Chapter 97 of the \
Legislative Code as obsolete.
Laid over to September 25th for Second Reading.
Claim of Bill Clepper, 1659 Minnehaha Ave.,St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on September 13,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Tony Capuccio by Attorney Lewis S. Bernstein, 325 Cedar St. St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on September 13, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Marsha Rosenthal by Attorney Lewis S. Bernstein, 325 Cedar St., St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on September 13, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Kathleen V. Christianson, 2048 County Road F #10, White Bear Lake,
Minnesota, filed on September 12, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Kathleen Davis by Attorney Edward J. Cleary, 401 Midwest Federal Bldg.,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on September 12, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Raymond L. Eiden, Jr., 101 W. Geranium Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed
on September 12, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Great Northern Insurance Co., Soo Line Bldg., Minneapolis, Minnesota, filed
on September 11, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
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Claim of Edward and Lynne Hessler, 2400 Bourne Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed
on September 12, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Kevin Lijewski, 890 Beech St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on September 13,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Steven 0. Lindgren, 135 State Office Bldg., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
September 11, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Charles. G. Pendroy, 1648 Blair Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
September 11, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of William and Kathy Stroeing, 1527 Midway Parkway, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed
on September 11, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Letter from Oppenheimer, Wolff, Foster, Shepard and Donnelly serving notice of
proposed zoning of property surrounding the Minneapolis, St. Paul International
Airport -Wold Chamberlain Field for uses consistent with airport operation pursuant
to Minnesota statutes.
Referred to the City Development and Transportation Committee.
Letter from Oppenheimer, Wolff, Foster, Shepard and Donnelly serving notice
of proposed rezoning of property surrounding St. Paul Downtown Airport Holman
Field pursuant to Minnesota statutes.
Referred to the City Development and Transportation Committee.
Petition to rezone Lot 11, Block 2, Point Douglas Addn.
Referred to the Finance Department for check as to sufficiency.
ADMINISTRATION ORDER:
D 5050 - Disbursement of $363.00 to Northwest Airlines for transportation of a
witness to St. Paul to testify in a certain lawsuit.
C.F. No. 273718.
Resolution approving appointments and reappointments to the Planning Commission
of persons as listed for terms as listed. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 273719.
Resolution authorizing an agreement with Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
for a demonstration project by the city utilizing a variety of tree species and land-
scape plans as part of the ongoing program combatting Dutch elm disease and
reforestation.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273720.
Resolution authorizing an agreement with the Capitol Community Services, Inc. for
operation of the North End Multi -Service Center.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273721.
Resolution establishing March 18, 1980, as the City primary election date and
setting forth dates for filing of candidacies fortheays election.
Adopted. Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 273722.
Resolution accepting the East Seventh St. Urban Development Action Grant in the
amount of $1,314,000.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273723.
Resolution approving a Housing Development Project for Rehabilitation of the
Cardozo Warehouse Bldg. AND authorizing preliminary agreement for issuance of
revenue bonds.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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September 18th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273724.
Resolution granting Building Contractor licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273725.
Resolution granting Building Contractor licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273726.
Resolution granting Drive -In Restaurant license to Raymond Truelson at 1890 University.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273727.
Resolution adopting amendments to plan for bicycles as part of the St. Paul Comprehensive
Plan.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273728.
Resolution adopting Parks and Recreation Plan as part of the St. Paul Comprehensive
Plan.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273729.
Resolution authorizing Sewer Service Refunds to firms as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273730.
Resolution authorizing issuance of a permit to Flintkote Co. for construction and
maintenance of a communication cable at 1120 E. Seventh St. in anticipation of
final adoption on approval of an ordinance granting authorization.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273731.
Resolution granting license to Cathie Wendell, dba City Wide Cab to operate one
taxicab.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273733.
Resolution Approving Assessment for Boarding -Up for the period April 1 thru
May 31, 1979 AND demolition for the period June 1 thru June 30, 1979 AND setting
date of public hearing for October 16, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273732.
Resolution Approving Assessment for Summary Abatement for the period May 1 thru
May 31, 1979 AND setting date of public hearing for October 16, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt asked to be excused from the Wednesday, September 19th, Council
Meeting and Councilman Levine moved that the request be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 10:45 A.M.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
September 19th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza ... 6
Absent - Councilwoman Hunt...I
Application for Class C1 -Restaurant, On and Off Sale Malt Beverage and Cigarette
Licenses by Ronald L. Ambroz at 1217 Randolph Avneue, doing business as Randolph
Inn. (Ronald L. Ambroz notified to attend.). The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273734.
Resolution granting Restaurant, On Sale Malt Beverage, Off Sale Malt Beverage and
Cigarette Licenses to Ronald L. Ambroz at 1217 Randolph Ave. dba Ron's Randolph Inn.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Request by Ronald L. Ambroz that a date be set for a public hearing, November 7, 1979,
on his application for a Tavern License at 1217 Randolph Avenue.
Councilman Levine moved that a date of hearing be set for November 7th, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Application for the transfer of Taxicab License No. 90, issued to St. Paul Yellow Cab
Company, Inc. at 400 Selby Avenue to Richard L. Timm at the same address. (Richard L.
Timm notified to attend.)
Mr. Timm appeared and said he has purchased a 1977 Ford and will operate it as a Yellow
Cab and will comply with all the requirements and it is fully insured.
Robert Smith, attorney representing Green and White Taxi Company, spoke in opposition
to the application.
Councilman Hozza left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
He referred to several sections of the Legislative Code which allows transfers between
vehicles and he said the law does not provide for a transfer in this case and it should
be treated like a new application.
Councilman Levine referred to the good character and integrity of Mr. Timm and asked
about the application and Mr. Carchedi said he feels the application is a proper and
legal transfer.
Councilman Maddox suggested that the attorney for Green and White put his comments in
writing and he referred to a statement of a representative of Green and White stating
they would pick up customers in St. Paul without a license.
Mr. Smith said he would put his comments in writing and he thinks the application is
improper.
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273735.
Resolution granting transfer of Taxicab License No. 90 from St. Paul Yellow Cab Company,
Inc. at 400 Selby Ave. to Richard L. Timm at the same address.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza returned to the meeting at this point.
Public hearing on the Second Hand Dealer General License issued to Peggy Mary Ann
Krueger at 385 University Avenue. (Recommended for revocation by the Division of
License and Permit Administration.)
Mr. Terrance Sullivan, Assistant City Attorney, said an agreement has been reached in
this matter and the recommendation is for suspension of thirty days and he submitted
as exhibits three letters pertaining to the matter.
Councilman Tedesco said he has known this licensee for many years and he said it is
very difficult to operate this business and he recommended and moved that a two week
suspension by adopted.
(Discussion continued to the following page.)
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(Discussion contiuned from the previous page.)
Mr. Mansur, attorney representing Ms. Krueger, said he has no quarrel with the
City Attorney and is in agreement with the recommendation.
Mr. Carchedi said his recommendation was for a thirty day suspension and Mr. Mansur
said he is in agreement with CouncilmanTedesco's recommendation for a two week
suspension.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Sullivan said this is the first violation
and Councilman Levine said he agrees that the nature of the business presents problems
and he will support a reduced suspension.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Carchedi said his standatd'recommendation
for suspension on a first violation is thirty days.
Councilman Tedesco said he doesn't think that this sets a precedent and he referred
to other suspensions -,of various lenghts.
Roll call on the motion to adopt a two weeks suspension.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Mr. Starr, City Attorney, reported that his office has prepared a resolution renewing
the application of David Doepner for a Second Hand Dealer General License at 1080 Earl
Street subject to certain conditions and he said the resolution has been sent to the
attorney for Mr. Doepner and others for their comment. He said Mr. Hanzel has agreed
to the proposed draft of the resolution.
Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspended to consider a resolution not on the
agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution granting renewal of the application of David Doepner for a Second Hand
Dealer General License at 1080 Earl Street subject to certain conditions.
Mr. Tiana, 1101 East Magnolia, insisted on speaking and Councilman Hozza said he will
not hear anyone unless both sides of the issue are present.
At the question of the Council, Mr. Starr said the resolution as read was accepted by
the attorney for Mr. Doepner.
After further discussion Councilman Maddox moved that the resolution be laid over for
one week.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox referred to a request about a month ago asking the Parking Commission
to substantiate increases in parking rates and he referred to considerable parking
increases. He asked the City Attorney to investigate the possibility of controlling
parking lot and parking ramp fees because they are a licensed business.
Councilman Hozza referred to a resolution adopted yesterday adopting the parks and
recreation plan as part of the comprehensive plan (C.F. No. 273728) and he said
apparently the matter had not been heard in Committee and District lel has requested
to be heard on the matter.
Councilman McMahon moved that the resolution (C.F. No. 273728) be reconsidered and
that the City Clerk work with the Planning Coordinator to set a date of consideration
before the City. Council when District #1 would be allowed to comment.
Ac'.opted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 9:45A.M.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
September 20th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Showalter, Tedesco, President
Hozza...7
Absent - No one.
C.F. No. 273736.
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a garage at
767-69 St. Anthony Avenue.
Mr. Strohkirch of the Housing and Building Code Enforcement Department circulated
pictures of the structure and said it is open, not structurally sound and dangerous
and they recommend proceeding with condemnation.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273642. FINAL ADOPTION.
An ordinance establishing a mandatory retirement age of 65 for City employees
in the uniformed division of the Police and Fire Departments.
Mr. Starr, City Attorney, said the City Council should make findings of fact and
he requested that the ordinance be laid over one week in order that the proper
testimony supporting the findings can be presented.
Councilman Maddox moved that the ordinance be laid over for one week.to September 27th.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273686. THIRD READING.
An ordinance repealing the present Chapter 282 of the Legislative Code and
substituting a new Chapter 282 outlawing certain drug-related devices and
repealing Chapter 283 in its entirety.
Mr. Powell, 4167 Hillcrest Lane, Deep Haven, and owner of Hotlicks Records in Hillcrest
and Phalen Shopping Centers spoke in opposition to the ordinance and said they do
not sell marijuana or tell people where to get it. He said the paraphernalia
can be used for many purposes and he doesn't think the ordinance will have any
affect.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Powell said he does not use drugs or
alcohol and President Hozza said the question was inappropriate and similar
questions should not be asked because they may be self incriminating.
John Carnahan, 4908 Oakland, Minneapolis, and owner of the Northern Lights Music
Store at 1451 University, urged that the Council wait until a judicial decision
is made on a similar ordinance in another city. He said he thinks this proposal
is a typical harassment to get five people who operate stores they don't like and
he doesn't think head shops promote the use of marijuana. He said he feels insulted
and slandered by comments made and reported in the press that they sell illegal
products and he asked for testimony from the Police Department on how the ordinance
will be enforced.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Carnahan said about twenty percent of
his gross sales is on paraphernalia and he doesn't know what the pipes are used
for.
Greg Rothnel, Attorney representing some shop owners and representing the Minnesota
Progressive Trade Organization, said the ordinance is identical to the Eagan ordinance
which is under challenge in court and the ordinance assumes that devices will be
used for illegal purposes and that is a false assumption. He said the Supreme Court
recently ruled that a city is no longer immune in cases of infringement of rights
and if the ordinance is unconstitutional the city can be held liable for damages and
he urged that the ordinance be delayed until there is a resolution of the Eagan
ordinance.'
Councilman Maddox said it was his original intention to initiate an ordinance and
have it ready when a decision of the court is made on the Eagan ordinance.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Starr said he can't make a good estimate
on the amount of time it would take to process an appeal in the Eighth District
Circuit Court.
(Discussion continued to the following page)
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(Discussion continued from the previous page)
Councilman Maddox said he has no intention to table the ordinance but does
intend to made it effective after the appeal is resolved.
Al Gustafson, 1640 Payne Avenue, and operator of the Three Acre Wood Shop at
28 W. Sixth Street, said in nine years of operation he has not had a problem and
there have been no arrests and he thinks there is no rush and the Council should
wait until a final court decision and he said further they are not condoning
drug use by the sale of paraphernalia.
Constance Brandenburg, representing the District 2 Planning Council, said the
district council is in support of the ordinance.
Mr. Powell at this time submitted a petition of 400 signatures in objection to the
ordinance.
John Vannela, 615 Hall, referred to his background work on chemical dependency
programs and spoke in support of the ordinance.
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this point and said he supports the
ordinance.
David Merrill, 2414 Fourth Avenue So., Minneapolis, said the ordinance will not.
stop people from making their own paraphernalia.
Mark Gilbert, 2216 Oakland Avenue So., Minneapolis, said he thinks the Councils
objective is to lower drug use and this ordinance goes about it in the wrong way.
At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Gilbert said he doesn't think prohibiting
the sale of paraphernalia will deter the use of drugs.
Mr. Vannela said from personal experience he thinks the ordinance is the first
step of action to discourage use of drugs.
Ms. Brandenburg requested a copy of the petition submitted in order that they
could invite residents of their area to their meetings when discussing these problems.
No one else appeared and Councilman Maddox moved that the hearing be closed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the City Attorney prepare an amendment for consideration
at Final Adoption and concerning the effective date of the ordinance.
Mr. Starr said he is confident that they can draw such an amendment to comply with
the intent of Councilman Maddox.
Councilman Maddox said he never stated that places selling paraphernalia have sold
or do sell drugs but it is logical that a person may know where to get them.
Roll call on the motion.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0 \
The ordinance was laid over to September 27th for Final Adoption.
Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspended to consider a resolution that
appears later on the agenda and to hear Mr. Milsap.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution authorizing an amendment to the 1979 Collective Bargaining Agreement between
the City and the St. Paul Police Federation regarding residency requirements.
(First Reading)
Laid over to September 27th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Mr. Milsap appeared and President Hozza circulated a copy of a letter of the
City Attorney to Mr. Milsap concerning public discussions during litigation proceedings.
Councilman Hozza said that the resolution requested by the Council will be on next
Tuesday's Agenda.
Mr. Milsap said he thinks the trial will take care of his concerns but he is concerned
for people who cannot afford counsel that the entire matter be made public.
Mr. Starr said Mr. Milsap's attorney has been in constant contact with the attorney
from his office taking care of the matter in court.
Mr. Milsap asked that the resolution request an investigation of the entire Central
Village matter and when and who it is going to be done by.
Claim of Dan Nyberg, 3276 N. Victoria St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
September 14, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Kenneth Sinn by Attorney Roger R. Lenzmeier, 2300 American National Bank
Bldg., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on September 17, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Thomas Szala.pski by Attorney Paul J. Gatto, 2350 West Seventh St.,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on September 17, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Letter of Capitol City Cablevision, Inc. submitting its proposal to the Minnesota
Cable Communications Board for a Cable Service Territory as set forth.
Filed.
Letter from the State Dept. of Transportation responding negatively for reasons
as set forth to the request of the installation of signs on Trunk Highway #5 for
Gannon Road.
Referred to the Public Works Department.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing date of October 23,.
1979 for the petition of the HRA for the vacation of Woodbridge Street between
Wayzata and Milford and the alley in Block 11, Lewis Second Addition.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing date for October 23,
1979 for the petition of Edward Warn, et al, for the vacation of parts of Como
Addition and Wallraff's Como Place as listed.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Administrative Orders:
D 5051 - Payment of $4,603.50 from the Worker's Compensation Account to
Evelyn E. Pedersen, Police Dept. employee.
D 5057. - Disbursement as listed to persons as listed of $52,900 from the
Workers' Compensation Account in the matter of Edward Rylicki,
Dept. of Fire and Safety Services employee.
D 5053 - Extension of contract completion time for the construction of an
o;:r�amental street lighting system in Mississippi Street -Case Ave. -
York Ave. Area.
C.F. No. 273737.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Electronic Data
Processing Specialist -Library in Section 3.J, Grade 11, Professional -Administrative
Non -Supervisors Group AND inserting its specifications in Section 32.
(Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution approving terms and conditions of the 1979-1980 agreement between the
City of St. Paul and the St. Paul Fire Supervisory Association. (Employment for the
period 1979 and 1980; First Reading).
Laid over to September 27th for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.F. No. 273738.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $30,000 from Contingent
Reserve -General to Personnel Division -Police Chief Candidates Review.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273739.
Resolution authorizing the city to undertake legal defense of A. Kamish & Sons, Inc.
in connection with a suit challenging the razing of a hazardous building at
721 Hague.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273740.
Resolution encouraging community participation in the Energy Awareness Fair sponsored
by the Neighborhood Pride and Maintenance Program and the District 6 Planning Council.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273741.
Resolution authorizing Mayor to execute the Joint Funding Award in the amount o
$231,000 for the Air Quality Technical Assistance Demonstration Project.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273742.
Resolution supporting the proposal fo�j funding of the skyway system public improvemen s
contemplated in Block C (MinnesoMyff a Insurance Company Project).
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273743.
Resolution authorizing a lease agreement with the St. Paul Jaycees for use o
Masonic Temple for the Jaycees' "Haunted House" Program.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
57785. \
September 20th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273744. \
Resolution authorizing a permit to the M -M Development Co. for a connection of
sanitary and storm sewer at 2565 Kasota Ave.
Adopted. Yeas 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273745.
Resolution rescinding Council File No. 270912 being the improvement of Capital
Centre Streets AND deleting Sixth St. from Minnesota to Robert Streets AND
Robert St. from Fifth to Seventh Street.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza asked to be excused from tonights City Council Meeting and
Councilman Levine moved that the request be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 11:30A.M.
Council President.
ATTEST:
City C erk.
Copies sent to Councilmen
Minutes approved by Council
57786./
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
7:00 P.M.
\ September 20th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Councilwoman Hunt at 7:05 P.M.
Present = Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Showalter, Tedesco ... 6
Absent - President Hozza...I
Councilwoman Hunt said the purpose of the meeting is to hold a public hearing on
the proposed 1980 City Budget. She asked if anyone wanted to be heard on the 1980
Operating Budget.
Andy Bedker, Chairman of the Local Government Task Force of the Chamber of Commerce,
read and submitted a statement commending the City for reducing the expenditure increases
and making several suggestions concerning the Citizens Budget Committee, the purchase
of services philosophy, concern over disclosure of unfunded pension liabilities and
continued study of the waste hauling issue.
Councilwoman Hunt asked if anyone wanted to be heard on the expenditure of approximately
4.8 million dollars in Federal General Revenue Sharing Funds for public safety and
no one appeared. Councilwoman Hunt asked if anyone wanted to be heard concerning the
expenditure of approximately 10 million dollars in Federal Community Development Block
Grant Funds for CD Year VI and no one appeared. Councilwoman Hunt asked if anyone
wanted to be heard concerning the expenditure of Local Capital Improvement Bond Funds
for various projects.
Roger Carle, 1618 North Hazel and President of the Hayden Heights Booster Club, expressed
concern about continued recreational programs in the area.
Jim Selchow of the Hayden Heights Booster Club referred to a group -of -people present in
the Council Chambers in support of their appeal for design funds for the gym addition
and he said the proposal was the number one priority of the District Council and was
only two points away from being funded this year. He urged that the design funds be
approved this year so the design is ready when construction funds become available.
Councilman Tedesco said the position of the people is clear and the funds for planning
do not guarantee construction of the building next year.
Councilman Maddox commended the playground programs and said it is too bad that there
have been misguided projects or the money would be available.
Councilwoman Showalter also commended the playground for its programs and said she will \
support the program proposal and Councilman McMahon indicated he will also support the
proposal.
John Rupp appeared and urged skyway funding between the Degree of Honor Building and
the Minnesota Building and he referred to the possible potential development of the
property adjacent to the Minnesota Building.
Councilman Levine asked about the future of the Minnesota Building and Mr. Rupp said
he feels the tenants will stay but he referred to pressures due to other downtown
office construction.
Councilman Maddox said the proposal only involves one building and Councilman Levine
stressed the importance to consider the entire downtown area on the skyway system and
not exclude any portions.
Councilman Tedesco said we almost lost Donaldsons by excluding them from the skyway system
at one point.
Councilwoman Hunt said she agrees on the eventual skyway connection but there is a
limit of skyway construction during any one year and we would need more background
information before approving this request.
Mr. Ford of the Planning and Economic Development Department explained that Minnesota
Mutual is the only property that would allow a concourse through their property and he
feels strongly that the Minnesota Building someday will be linked to the skyway system.
Mr. Rupp said the Dispatch -Pioneer Press is willing to have a skyway but the Dispatch -
Pioneer Press or the Athletic Club have never been contacted and he said a study would
prove that it is cheaper to go through the Minnesota Building.
Councilman Maddox said that he sat in several meetings with the Athletic Club and
they turned down a skyway proposal.
Jean Sheehan, 97 Winnipeg, referred to the ITA program in their area and spoke in support
of continued funding.
Mary Muehlegger, 1095 Farrington, said District 6 supports the south oD Front ITA project
and also requests that the redevelopment plan be conpleted as planned. She said District
6 is in full support of the multi -service center site design and also favors the open
space proposal on Wheelock Parkway.
(Discussion continued to the following page.)
57787
\ September 20th, 1979.
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(Discussion continued from the previous page.)
Rosemary Rockenbach, President of the North End Health Center and speaking ofr
five neighborhood health clinics thanked the Council for continued support
the community health clinics.
Councilman Tedesco said it is nice to hear someone say thanks and.Counhappened
Levine said the health clinics are one of the nicest things that ever Kapp
in St. Paul.
Len McDaniel, 1660 Hague and representing orhetSt.
he Paul
Tenants
Union, urged continued
funding as proposed in the Budget to support
Rick Lackard, 590Hollyand representing the Metro Coalition for Family Housing
urged continued support of subcontracts with legal assistance and the tenants union. \
Councilwoman Hunt asked if anyone else wantedto
be heard on any portions of the
proposed 1980 City Budget and no one else app
d.
The meeting was thereupon adjourned.
ADJOURNED AT 8:05 P.M.
gal Council President.
ATTEST:
ty Clerk.
Copies to sent to Councilmen ID
Minutes approved by Council
I°1i17 9
57788.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
September 25th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Hozza... 5
Absent - Councilwomen Hunt, Showalter ... 2 (Councilwoman Showalter arrived at a
point during the meeting.
It was noted that Councilwoman Hunt has asked to be excused from todays meeting
and Councilman Levine moved that the request be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273746. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of reconstructing sidewalk on both sides of Juliet Avenue from
Albert to Pascal Street abutting Lots 21 - 27, Block 2 and Lots 6 - 11, Block 3,
of Lane Manor Addition, under P.O. 273637.
No one appeared.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Hearing was held to consider the designation of the Rochat-Louise-Sauerwein Block
located on the north side of W. Seventh St. between Walnut and Sherman as a
Heritage Preservation Site.
Mr. Sandeen, Chairman of the Heritage Preservation Commission, said the six sites
scheduled for Council hearing today were considered and recommended for approval
by the City Development and Transportation Committee except the Rochat Block and
the Summit Terrace Rowhouse because they did not have approval of the owners.
He said since the committee met the Heritage Preservation Commission met with the
owners of these two properties and they have agreed to the designation and on the
Summit Rowhouse seven of the eight owners support designation.
Councilwoman Showalter arrived at this point in the meeting and Councilman Levine left
the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
Barb McCormick spoke in favor of the designation on behalf of the neighborhood and
David Kuehn, one of the owners involved, said he is in support of the designation.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the designation with the City Attorney to prepare
the proper ordinance.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Hearing was held to consider the designation of Summit Terrace Rowhouse at 587-601
Summit Avenue as a Heritage Preservation Site.
No one appeared.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the designation with the City Attorney to prepare
the necessary ordinance.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Hearing was held to consider the designation of St. Joseph's Academy at 355 Marshall
as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Sister Sampson of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Corondalet appeared and spoke in
support of the designation.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the designation with the proper ordinance to
be prepared.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Hearing was held to consider the designation of the Frank B. Kellogg House at
633 Fairmount Ave. as a Heritage Preservation Site.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the designation with the proper ordinance
to be prepared.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
57789 v
September 25th, 1979.
Hearing was held to consider the designation of Alexander Ramsey House at the southwest
corner of Exchange & Walnut as a Heritage Preservation Site.
A representative of the Minnesota Historical Society appeared and said they are
in support of the proposed designation.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the designation with the proper ordinance to
be prepared.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Hearing was held to consider the designation of Burbank -Livingston -Griggs House
at the southeast corner of Summit and Summit Court as a Heritage Preservation Site.
No one appeared in opposition.
A representative of the Minnesota Historical Society said they are in support of the
designation.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the designation with the proper ordinance to
be prepared.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspended to consider items that appear
later on the agenda.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.E. No. 273747. Doe ner, dba East Side
Resolution renewing Secondhand Dealer's license to David P
Appliances at 1080 Earl St. subject to certain conditions.
Mr. Neil Tiana, 1101 E. Magnolia, appeared and said the findings in the resolution
don't do justice to the testimony and he suggested adding two additional whereas
clauses and he also submitted an alternative Council resolution.
At the question of the Council, Mr. Starr said the meat of the resolution is the
resolved clause and not the whereas clauses and a record has been made of both of the
hearings and that evidence will not be lost or set aside.
He said the resolution as proposed by the City Attorney's Office is the result of
an agreement and compromise in order to preclude court action and if there are
changes in the resolution the licensee should be notified.
Mr. Tiana said he hopes the Council will enforce the ordinance so the business
conforms to the residential character of the area.
Spike Hanson, 651 E. Fifth St., urged that it be a sixty day license and he was
informed that an agreement on a ninety day license had already been reached.
Wilfred Weber of District 5 said he thinks the appliance store should be handled
as strict as possible because of what has happened in the area.
Councilman Levine returned to the meeting at this point.
President Hozza requested that the City Clerk place the report of the License
Inspector on a Wednesday Agenda in ninety days.
Roll call on the resolution.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273748.
Resolution requesting the Administration to conduct a cost impact study for
acquisition and development, annual operation and maintenance, and impact on
tax base for the Mattocks School site.
Councilwoman Showalter indicated her office has been working with the neighbors
for some time on this proposal and Gale Sommers spoke in support of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution requesting investigation of public projects in Summit -University area,
Community Development District 8, by, and transmission of certain materials to,
the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (Central Village
Development).
as agreed that the resolution would be laid over to
Mr. Milsap appeared and it w
and Councilman Tedesco moved that the resolution be
allow time for further review
laid over to Thursday, September 27th, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273777. public street easement Tracts A and B,
Resolution vacating and discontinuing as a p
Registered Land Survey No. 339, files of the Registrar of Titles of the County of
Ramsey, State of Minnesota.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Later in the meeting Councilman Maddox moved that the resolution be reconsidered
to consider adding another paragraph to the resolution authorizing the proper
city officials to convey said
Yeaseme6ts to the Housing Nays -a0 Redevelopment Authority.
Adopted.
Roll call on the resolution as amended.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
57790
September 25, 1979.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16583.
C.F. No. 273656. `� pertaining to building
An ordinance amending Chapter 25 of the Legislative Code p
fee permits. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273713.
SECOND READING. s of
ode
An ordinance repealing the following 7�a27304,
hpteh273e055and i273ve Cas ob5o ete:
06.
Chapters 213, 269, 271, 274, 275,
Laid over to September 27th for Third Reading
C.F. No. 273714.
SECOND READING.
An ordinance repealing the following chapters of the -Legislative Code as obsolete:
Chapters 68, 69, and 79.
Laid over to Se tember 27th for Third Reading.
SECOND READING.
C.F. No. 273715.
An ordinance amending Ord. 113542 pertaining ne No Parking Zones Avenue during Minnesota
adding thesota State Fair
rt
side of Arlington Ave. from Snelling to Hamline
dates.
Laid over to September 27th for Third Reading.
SECOND READING.
C.F. No. 273716.chapters of the Legislative Code as listed as obsolete.
An ordinance repealing
Laid over to September 27th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273717• SECOND READING.82A� gg, 92, 92B and Chapter 97 of the Legislative
An ordinance repealing Chapters 80,
Code as obsolete.
Laid over to Se tember 27th for Third Reading.
FIRST READING.
C.F. No. 273749. of i River
ng
An ordinance amencertain useding arestrpter 60Ctionshto thesareavknowneasethe MississippiiRi
and adopting
Corridor.
Laid over to October 2nd for Second Reading.
Claim of David A. Gray,
1805 Highland Parkway, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on September
18, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mrs. Richard Koran, 1074 Ryde St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on September 19, \
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of David A. Swanburg, 1900 Montana Avenue East, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
1979, was read.
September 20,
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Letter of the Mayor transmitting the District 4 Plan to the City Council for considera-
tion.and
At the recoendationmmShowalteromoved that aldatefofhhearinglbe set fornNovemberomic e5th to consider
Councilwoman
the District Plan. yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted. ict
Plan to the
Letter of the Mayor ttransmitting moved thatt the
Distr
ouncPlanning 5Staff be requested lto meet with
l for
an
District
consideration.
District Representatives and determine a date of Nays
Adopted. Yeas - 6
Petition to rezone property at 424 W. Seventh St., aka Samuel Leech Addition, East
40' of Lot 5 of C. L. Lains Rearrangement of part of Block 4, Leech Addn. and
40' of Lot 10, Block 4.
artment for check as to sufficiency.
Referred to the Finance Dep
Letter of the Finance Dept. reporting that a petition of Rollie Brown to rezone
Lots 8 and 92 Block 5, College Park Addn. is sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Notice of Application of Northwest Airlines, Inc. before the Civil Aeronautics
Board for an exemption nder Secion fortservice(b) of the Federal Aviation Act and
to Ireland
pertaining to an application
Referred to the City Attorney.
57791 Y
September 25th, 1979.
Administrative Orders: 650.00 to the North End Multi -Service Center*
of
D 5054 - Addition of $1, y
D 5055 - Approval of Workers Compensation to Norbert A. Riepe,
the Dept. of Public Works.J. Allarde Lallier, employee of
D 5056 - Approval of Workers Compensation to
the Water Dept. public hearing to proceed with
D 5057 - Approval of HRA action to initiate a
acquisition of property for north of St. Stanislaus Development Area,
West Seventh District #9.
C.F. No. 273750. the "St. Paul Mississippi River Corridor Plan (as amended)
Resolution adopting
as an amendment to the comprehensive 6plan. Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273751. tin the plan for District 1�6.
Resolution adop g Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273752.Inc.. for the
Resolution authorizing an agreement between the City and Festivals,
icipal Stadium concessions on August 29,0
Adopted. operation of Mun
Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 273753. for the Minnesota Dept. of Health whereby the
Resolution authorizing an agreement
City will perform ZEP blood analysis 6for
the StatNays par0 Department.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273754. an agreement for the Minnesota Dept. of Health whereby the
Resolution authorizing g
City will secure the services of Indochinese interpreters for its Indochinese
screening clinics. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273755.
ereby
Resolution authorizing an agreement with the \
Metropolitan costofaotraffic il hco trol e
Ci
Council will pay the City $25,000 toward the City
system study of the Central Business 6District. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas -
C.E. No. 273756. conveyance of Lot 9, Block 105, Otto's Subdivision and Lot 24,
Resolution approving Y purposes.
Block 1, Shurmeier's Seventh St. Addition to the HRAforp P
Adopted.
Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 273757.oses of property described.
Resolution authorizing Deed of Dedication for street purposes
(Trout Brook Circle improvements) - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas
C.F. No. 273758•orizing issuance of a per -it for Champion International (Hoerner
Resolution authden Ave. to connect their
Waldorf) to place underground conduit across Hamp
buildings on either side of Hampden.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
roving execution of a Quit Claim Deed conveying a temporary easement
C.F. No. 273759.
Resolution app over facility located at Wheelock
for construction of a bus turnaround and lay
Ave. and Forest St. yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
n of
C.F. No. 273760• ranting the petition of Shepard Park Development for the vacatio
Resolution g
a part of Springfield St. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273761.
Resolution Approving Assessment and Award of Damages he m acquisition of easements
in in the
over Burlington
as listed for Kellogg Blvd. (E. Third St.) Bridge Rep e
Northern, Inc. I-94 and earin
Commercial
Octoberw231, 1979. John (P.O. and
Mounds Blvd. AND
setting date of public hearing Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273762.
g Bingo Games Licenses to Wilder Thomas Dale Community Center,
Resolution grantin
athedral Fall FestiNaysandOBlessed Sacrament.
Payne Arcade Business Assn., C
Adopted. Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 273763.Inc.
Resolution granting renewal of Sunday On Sale Liquor License to Parrish's,
at 2176 W. Seventh St. yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.E. No. 273764.
On Sale Malt Beverage Licenses to Hiwayan Club and
Resolution granting Temporary
City of St. Paul, Division ofYeasks and Recreation.
ENays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273765.
Resolution granting transfer of Gas Stationand GeneraArts l Repair Garage License
ice se frtoo om the
Lowry Medical Center Assn. at the Lowry
MedicalLowry Development Co. at the Yams address. Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273766.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 273767.ersons as listed.
Resolution granting various licenses6to p Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273768.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 273769.ersons as listed.
Resolution granting various licenses to p Nays - 0
Adopted.
Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 273770.
Resolution granting Bingo Licenses to Automotive Service Council of Minnesota,
t Control Committee and Missionary Sisters of St. Peter
St. Paul Tenants Union, Ren
Claver. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted. \
C.F. No. 273771.
Resolution granting Temporary on Sale Malt Beverage Licenses to Rice Lawson
Booster Club and North Dale Booster Club. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas -
C.F. No. 273772.
Resolution accepting proposed Plat entitled Oak Tree Par O.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays -
C.F. No. 273773.County pertaining .to
Resolution approving an agreement between the City and Ramsey
the construction of a slope wall undeer the north Nend aysof Oabasha St. Bridge #6524.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273774.
Resolution authorizing payment of $756.51 out of Tort Liability Fund to Patricia
Ladner in full settlement of her
easclaim for damages. - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273775.a ent out of Tort Liability Fund of $1,265 to Fireman's
Resolution authorizing p Ym
Fund Insurance Co. and Ron Saxon Ford, $50.00 to Jean and John g°all in8fn11
ie
to R. M. Craig, $289.71 to Royden E. Tull and $228.52 to VickyMayer
settlement of claims for damages. Nays - 0
Adopted.
Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 273776.
Resolution approving an agreement between the City and Burlington Northern, Inc.
pertaining to the City improvement of the Jackson St.Br0 ge #90408.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays
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September 25th, 1979. 49
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
Resolution denying the appeal of John T. Finley to a decision of the Planning
Commission concerning the application of Alternative Homes, Inc. to operate
a residential group home at 1210 Albemarle St.
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the resolution be laid over to Thursday, September
27th, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter indicated that she will be late for tonights City Council
Meeting and Councilman Tedesco said he will not be able to be present and asked to
be excused.
ouncilman Tedesco be excused from tonights Council
Councilman Levine moved that C
Meeting.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine said he had to leave the City Council Meeting earlier and missed
voting on the approval of the Heritage Preservation Site designations but he is in
support of the designations as they are listed on the agenda.
Councilwoman Showalter moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 11:00 A.M.
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MINUTES FOR. THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING
7:30 P.M.
September 25th, 1979
MIDWAY, YMCA -1761 UNIVERSITY AVENUE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 7:35 P.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Mr. President Hozza ... 5
Absent - Councilwoman Showalter, Councilman Tedesco ... 2
President Hozza announced that the purpose of the meeting is to hold a public
hearing to consider the approval of the District X611 Plan.
Mr. Roger Ryan of the Planning & Economic Development Department reviewed the
plan and highlighted and explained several programs.
Mr. Jerry LaCasse, President of District 411, thanked the many people who worked
on the plan and urged that the Council support and approve the plan.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the plan with the proper resolution to be
prepared.
Merrill Robinson explained the coalition and referred to the hard work of many
people on the various programs in the area and he explained the concern for Fair-
view Ave. safety and requested the posting of "No Truck" signs.
Mr. Gunderson said he is the Midway Concerned Citizens representative on the District
Council and he said the plan is not as specific as they would like it but they are
pleased with the District #11 Plan and recommend approval. He referred to several
concerns about "crossing times" on Snelling Ave., about getting the Fairview Sewer
Project off the ground, about the Fry Street portion of the Blair Ave. ITA with curb-
ing on only one side of the street and about Snelling Ave., where islands cut off \
cross streets, and where handicapped ramps are only put on one side of the street so
if a handicapped person is on the wrong side they would have to cross three streets
to get across Snelling Ave.ow
Councilwoman Hunt said the citizen participation process ioodesrelationshiplwithlitsbi-
lity by the citizens of the area and this district has a g
industrial neighbors.
Councilman Levine expressed satisfaction with the efforts on this plan and said he will
support approval.
President Hozza said if the motion is adopted a resolution will be prepared and place
on the agenda of the City Council for consideration on.October 4th, 1979.
Roll call on the motion to approve the District Plan and request that the proper resolu-
tion be prepared.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 8:05P.M.
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57795
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
\ September 27th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Hozza...6
Absent - Councilwoman Showalter ... 1 (Councilwoman Showalter arrived at a point during
the meeting.)
Approval of the Council Minutes from the meetings of August 29th and 30th,
September 4th A.M., September 4th P.M., September 6th, 10th, 11th, and 12th, 1979.
Councilman Maddox moved that theminutes be approved.ays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273642. FINAL ADOPTION.
An ordinance establishing a mandatory retirement age of 65 for City employees
in the uniformed division of the Police and Fire Department.
Mr. Terrance Sullivan, Assistant City Attorney, explained the ordinance and the
importance to get evidence before the City Council supporting the findings and he
said he has met with the Mayor and the Fire Department and urges that the ordinance
be continued for two weeks in order that the proper evidence could be brought before
the City Council.
Councilman Maddox moved that the ordinance be laid over for two weeks to October llt .
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273686. FINAL ADOPTION.
An ordinance repealing the present Chapter 282 of the Legislative Code and
substituting a new Chapter 282 outlawing certain drug-related devices and
repealing Chapter 283 in its entirety.
At the request of Councilman Maddox an amendment to Section 4 of the ordinance was
read providing that the ordinance would not take effect until there is a court
decision on the Eagan ordinance.
Councilman Maddox asked if a date certain could
also be inserted
nserte in the ordinancey,
incase the appeals drag out for a long period
suggested no change to add a date in the ordinance.
Councilman Maddox moved that the ordinance be amended as read.
Councilman Hozza said it is premature if not an immature way to proceed and he
thinks the proper action would be to hold the ordinance until the court makes a
\determination. He said the court could change the wording of the ordinance and he
doesn't see a pressing need to adopt it at this time. He said he will oppose the
amendment and he is not convinced that there is any kind of emergency.
Councilman Maddox said he will make statements next week on the importance of the
ordinance and the seriousness of drug use.
Councilwoman Hunt said there is merit to Councilman Hozza's remarks on holding the
ordinance.
Councilman Hozza said if the ordinance is held it would delay the matter thirty
days and no one has put a figure on possible damages if the ordinance backfires.
Councilwoman Hunt indicated she will vote for the ordinance eventually because it
shows that the Council does not condone the use of drugs.
Councilwoman Hunt suggested an amendment to place the ordinance on the agenda at the
first Council Meeting after the disposition of the court hearing.
Councilman Hozza said he thinks all the Councilpersons are concerned about drug abuse
but the ordinance doesn't curb drug abuse.
Councilwoman Hunt said she would prefer to vote on the ordinance after it runs its
course through the court.
t the ordinance be laid over until the first Council
Councilwoman Hunt moved tha
Meeting after the court has acted on the appeals.
Councilman Maddox moved to call the question on his original motion to amend the
ordinance. yeas - 5 Nays - 1 (Hunt)
Adopted. ,
Roll call on Councilman Maddox's motion to amend the ordinance by inserting anguage
providing that the ordinance would not take effect until after the Federal District
Courts decision on the Eagan ordinance. Nays - 2 (Hunt, Hozza)
Adopted.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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(Discussion continued from 'the previous page).
Councilwoman Hunt spoke in support of her motion to continue the ordinance to the
first Council Meeting after a court decision and she agreed that the ordinance
may need an amendment after court action.
Councilman Maddox said any ordinance can be amended after it is adopted.
Roll call on Councilwoman Hunt's motion to lay the ordinance over until the
first Council Meeting after a court decision on the Eagan ordinance.
Yeas - 2 (Hunt, Hozza)
Nays - 4 (Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco)
Motion failed of adoption.
The ordinance was laid over oneweek to October 4th,fo
_r final adoption.
Councilwoman Showalter arrived at this point in the meeting.
C.F. No. 273713. THIRD READING.
ode as
An ordinance repealing the following 5Ch27ters of the Legi
2731051andve C273.06.
obsolete: Chapter 213, 269, ,
Laid over to October 4th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273714. THIRD READING.
An ordinance repealing the following Chapters of the Legislative Code as obsolete:
Chapters 68, 69, and 79.
Laid over to October 4th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273715. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance #13542 pertaining to No Parking Zones by
adding the north side of Arlington Ave. from Snelling to Hamline Ave. during
Minnesota State Fair dates.
Laid over to October 4th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273716. THIRD READING.
An ordinance repealing Chapters of the Legislative Code as listed as obsolete.
Laid over to October 4th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273717. THIRD READING.
An ordinance repealing Chapters 80, 82A, 88, 92, 92B and Chapter 97 of the
Legislative Code as obsolete.
Laid over to October 4th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273778. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 32 of the Administrative Code and setting the
compensation to be paid certain elected officials effective the first Tuesday
in June, 1980 and the first Tuesday in June, 1981.
Laid over to October 4th for Second Reading_
Claim of Myrna Leitch, 1293 Grand Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
September 21, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Metropolitan Transit Commission, 3118 Nicollet Ave., Minneapolis, Minnesota,
filed on September 24, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Northwestern Publications, Inc., 1700 First National Bank Bldg., St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on September 21, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mrs. Ethel A. Shields, 312 E. Butler Avenue, West St. Paul, Minnesota,
filed on September 21, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of State Farm Insurance Company, 5930 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center,
Minnesota, filed on September 24, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Notice of Hearing from the City of Maplewood on an application of Jerry Lee Anderson
to operate a Used_Car Lot at 1908 Rice St.
Filed.
Notice before the District Court in the matter of HRA versus various property
owners including the City of St. Paul in connection with the condemnation of
property for the Rice -Marion Phase II Multi -Family Housing Development.
Referred to the City Attorney.
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September 27th, 1979.
Administration Orders:
D 5058 - Approval of Workers Compensation to Garland Bell, employee of Dept.'
of Public Works.
n to establish Fair Re -Use Values on various parcels.
D 5059 - Approval of HRA actio
C.E. No. 273779.
Resolution adopting the 1980 Budget for the City of St. Paul.
Councilwoman Hunt reviewed finance Committee consideration of the budget and
said she believes it is a good budget with services maintained. She referred to
several changes from previous years and said many of the citizens committee
recommendations are included in the budget and others will be considered in the
near future. She said she thinks there has been a steady improvement in the budget
process under the new charter and she commended the fine cooperation of Mr. Connelly
and his staff and the Mayor and his staff.
Councilman Maddox praised the Finance Committee and the way the process was
handled and he asked about City Hall Annex Contingency Funds and the matter of
elevator automation and Councilwoman Hunt said the matter of elevators is being
e Committee Meeting -and the City Hall Annex Contingency
considered at the next Financ
Funds are.included in the budget.
that
the
Councilman Levine said he agree
rovedintheelastgcouple cofsyears has1and �hedalsoecommended
new charter and has even imp
Mr. Connelly for his knowledge and ability.
Councilman Tedesco commended Councilwoman Hunt and Mr. Connelly for their extensive
work on the budget.
progCouncilman f theacitysveryncloslyaand he movedethatt thisem tterdbeoreferredetoinvestment
aidext yer the the
program
Finance Committee. yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Roll call on the resolution. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273780.
for support of the 1980 City Budget.
Resolution adopting Tax Levy
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273781.
Resolution adopting the 1980 Budget of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority
and approving Tax Levy. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 7
C.F. No. 273782.\
Resolution adopting the 1980 Yeaset of the Port Authority and Tax Levy.
Adopted.
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this point and returned later in the
meeting.
C.F. No. 273783.
Resolution requesting investigatiob of public d transmission of certain materials to,
Community Development District 8, y,
the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (Central Village
Development - Laid over from September 25, 1979)•Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
Councilman Tedesco returned to the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273784.
Resolution denying the appeal of John T. Finley to a decision of the Planning
Commission concerning the application of Alternative Homes, Inc. to operate
a residential group home at Y10 Albemarle
(Hunt,St.
Sh(Laid
over
from
nSept. 25,
1979).
Adopted.
Nays - 3 (Levine, Maddox, Tedesco)
Resolution increasing the salaries of Legislative Aides to the Council by 7%
effective the first Tuesday in June 1980 and the first Tuesday in June 1981.
First Readin - Laid over to October 41th for Second Readin and Adoption.
C.F. No. 273785.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of the 1979-1980 agreement (Employment for
City of St. Paul and the St. Paul Fire Supervisory Association. (Employm
the period 1979 and 1980; Second
Reading and Adoption._ 0
Adopted.
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September 27th, 1979. 57798.
C.F. No. 273786.
Resolution authorizing an amendment to the 1979 Collective Bargaining Agreement
between the City and the St. Paul Police Federation regarding residency
requirements. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Service
Worker III in Section 3.L, Grade 16, Technical Group AND inserting its specifications
in Section 32. (First Reading - Recommended for approval by the Finance,
Management and Personnel Committee.)
Laid over to October 4th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Manpower
Coordinator I, II and III in Section 3.J, Grade 5, 9 and 13 respectively in
Professional -Administrative Non -Supervisors Group AND inserting their specifi-
cations in Section 32. (First Reading -Recommended for approval by the Finance,
Management and Personnel Committee).
Laid over to October 4th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Salary Plan and Rates of Compensation Resolution to
allow payment through the five-year plan for exempt employees. (First Reading -
recommended for approval by the Finance, Management and Personnel Committee).
Laid over to October 4th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending Section IIB of the Salary Plan and Rates of Compensation
Resolution and adjusting the rate of pay for Dentist -Clinic and Medical Examiner.
(First Reading - recommended for approval by the Finance, Management and Personnel
Committee).
Laid over to October 4th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules and inserting the title Manpower
Employment Counselor in Section 3.L, Grade 30, Technical Group AND inserting
its specifications in Section 32. (First Reading -recommended for approval by the
Finance, Tianagement and Personnel Committee).
Laid over to October 4th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules and inserting the title Adjudication
Specialist in Section 3.J, Grade 3, Professional -Administrative Non Supervisors
Group AND inserting its specifications in Section 32. (First Reading -recommended
for approval by the Finance, Management and Personnel Committee).
Laid over to October 4th for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.F. No. 273787.
Resolution setting a date of hearing for October 9, 1979 to consider the
adopting of service charges against all benefited properties for the 1979
Street Maintenance Program. (Report of the Finance Department certifying the
total cost of maintenance services is attached to the resolution).
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273788.
Resolution suspending for a two week period the Second Hand Dealer's license
issued to Peggy Kruger at 385 University Ave.
Council President Hozza asked if anyone wanted to appear and no one appeared.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273789.
Resolution approving the merger of the Ramsey County Community Corrections Advisory
Board (CCAB) and the St. Paul Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC).
Cathy Acklund appeared and explained the resolution and said the County has requested
a change pertaining to the chairmanship of the new board and that issue will be back
before the City Council at a later date.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox asked for an update on the liquor investigation and he asked the
City Attorney about the consequence of perjury before the City Council.
Councilman Hozza said the revelations of the last few days have changed the situation
and he will confer with all Councilpersons individually on the matter.
Walter Robinson appeared concerning a resolution adopted earlier on the agenda
on an investigation of public projects in the Summit -University Area and he said he
doesn't think HUD will investigate their own people.
After some discussion Councilman Maddox said he assures Mr. Robinson that several
different agencies will be investigating the matter.
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\ September 27th, 1979.
It was noted that the District .5 Plan had been submitted to the City Council
and district representatives have requested a public hearing at a regular City
Council Meeting.
recommendation of the Clerk, Councilwoman Showalter moved that a date of
At the r
hearing ec the District 5 Plan be set for October 18th at the regular City Council
Meeting. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Y
Councilwoman Showalter moved thaat the meeting be adjoNaysurne0d.
Adopted.
ADJOURNED AT 11:00 A.M.
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MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
10:00 A.M.
`. October 1st, 1979
ROOM 707 - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. President Hozza at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Maddox, McMahon, Showalter, Tedesco, President Hozza...l
Absent -Councilman Levine...l
purpose of this special meeting of the City Council
President Hozza announced the
to consider adoption of three resolutions concerned with housing bonding programs.
Mr. Terry McNellis said he understands the House Ways and Means Committee will meet
concerning tax exempt revenue bonds.
this week to deal with matters orney, said that in addition to the rehab loan program
James Hart, Assistant City Att
and because of the possibility the House..Ways and Means Committee may lled to assnthetrehab
determination date for some date this week
limitatthis ions1forng ltheasecond mortgage loan from
loan program and to increase the bonding pas ed on May 17th,
$75,000,000. to $100,0001000. He said the first resolution had been pto deal
1979. Mr. Hart said the third item is a third $100,000,000. bonding program
with multi -family housing to deal with the continuing
emergency housingshortage ofeisaalveryoserious
Mr. Albert, 111 E. Kellogg Blvd., said the problem
one and the clients he represents as biusiiness representative have received notice of
the cut off of the residential housing at the YMCA. Mr..Albert asked for the earmark
ing for some of this money for emergency housing and he noted there are others in a
similar cup toicode He andsifdhe theyuhadrsome moniesouid take available$and,showed thatnittis feasible
00
building up ose of this bill that the Council is endorsing
to procure the loan. He noted the pur p
is to prevent further deteriorating of housing and this also affects the issue o
emergency housing.counsel
President Hozza said this is the first he has heard of the idea put forth by Mr. Albert. /
Mr. McNellis said this is his first notice of the idea and said he would defer to
whether there are legal problems.
ting Mr.
Richard Martin, bon fattoroj ney reprfit organizatBonsgthatdhas ranterms
been done inthepasand
ng
g
would be permissible under the resolution. rams which
Mr. Ford said it might be possible to use some of the more conventional programs
have been used in the past and said this is certainly a high priority item.
President
effective andzhesnotedethe InntatdSevene Corners- wastfinancedlbyaka ebonderesolutionecome
cularly
Mr. Albert said he has been advised as tsaidethatsuitbecause theability Ofshousinglisun taanlentirely
as it pertains to emergency housing andbe
temporary situation it makes the bond lesshsalable andion asked
dwithtto YMCA included undersituathe
pending resolution as a means of helping
Councilperson Hunt said the Council should indicate its encouragement to whomever wants
to work with this and Mr. Albert can meet with the staff and explore the options available
and consider them when they are something more concrete.
C.F. No. 273790.
Resolution authorzing a Below Market Home Rehabilitation Loan Program AND issuance o
$100,000,000. revenue bonds. ear in regard to the resolution.
President Hozza asked if anyone wished to app
No one appeared.
Roll call on the resolution. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
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C.F. No. 273791.
,ti000- toeasingthe $100,000,000 amount
to financenthe SecondsBelowoMarket Interest o.Rate
Mortgage
Rate7
$75000,
$75,00
Loan Program. ear in regard to the resolution.
President Hozza asked if anyone wished to app
No one appeared.
Roll call on the resolution. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
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October 1st, 1979.
C.F. No. 273792.
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Resolution authorizing a Below ng issuance Market roft
$100,000,l000. urevenuebonds sing Lfor
Financing Program AND authorizing
same. ear in regard to the resolution.
President Hozza asked if anyone wished to app
No one appeared.
Roll call on the resolution. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Tedesco moved the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 10:33 A.M.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10;00 A.M.
\ October 2nd, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:07 A.M.
Present Councilmen Hozza, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Showalter, Mr. Vice President
Tedesco ... 7
Absent - No one
Hearing on the petition of Curtis E. Burckhardt to rezone from R-1 to Planned
Development property located on the south side of Lower Afton Road between McKnight
and Winthrop.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be referred to committee.
Councilman Hozza questioned why the matter should be referred to committee when
the people have taken off of work for this public hearing and Councilman Maddox
explained that the developer was to meet with the residents of the area.
Councilman Hozza suggested that the public hearing be held today and then a decision
be made on whether to refer the matter to committee.
Curtis Burckhardt appeared and said he has met with neighbors and made presentations
and agreed to meet with each one individually.
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks the Council has an obligation to consider the
matter when a public hearing is called and then make a decision on whether it
should go to committee.
Councilman Maddox indicated that the matter of referring the matter to committee
has not come up before todays meeting.
Ms. McNeally of the Planning Staff said the Planning Commission did not require
a further meeting but indicated that the final plan would be subject to review
by the residents.
Ms. Toni Baker, Community Organizer for District 1, said she understands that some
directive was made to work out objections with the neighbors and she said on
September 5th they wrote Mr. Burckhardt requesting a meeting prior to this hearing
but no attempt has been made to hold a meeting. She said District 1 agrees to the
planned development concept but disagrees with the density involved.
Councilman Tedesco suggested that Mr. Burckhardt meet with neighbors and Councilman \
Hozza said that the Council has not heard from the Planning Staff or the residents
and yet some Council people are indicating positions.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be referred to committee to be considered
by the Committee of the Whole at a night meeting.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Starr said he thinks the public hearing
should be held before the City Council.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be continued to a night Council hearing.
Councilman Hozza asked the reason for a further hearing and Councilman Maddox
said that the developer must meet with the neighbors.
Councilwoman Hunt said a night meeting might not result in a compromise.
Councilman Maddox withdrew his motion.
Rollie Crawford, Attorney representing Mr. Burckhardt, appeared, and introduced
the architect for the project who would make a presentation.
Larry Seiberlich described the location of the property on a chart and explained
the proposed plan and said he thinks it is the best development for the site.
Toni Baker,Community Organizer for District 1, said the district council approved
the concept of a planned development for this property but the Zoning Committee of
the Planning Commission never discussed the impact of a density change.
Bob Johnson, a member of the district council, proposed that a compromise be
sought to benefit the builder and the city and he said they favor the planned
development procedure and suggest that the matter be referred for compromise on
density.
Bill Ryan, 529 Burlington Road and President of the Highwood Citizens Association,
said a petition to rezone the same property was defeated some years ago and the
proposal is still spot zoning and the key item is density. He urged that the
petition be defeated but he said they are willing to meet with the developer in
an effort to compromise.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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57803.
October 2nd, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Lee Coulter, 2169 Londin Lane, said the staff report on this proposal is different
from earlier proposals for this property and they have done a complete reversal.
He referred to the effects of more density and said stability of single family
housing is needed and he urged denial of the petition because of increased density.
Ms. McNeally of the Planning Staff said they found the project in conformance
with the comprehensive plan concerning density and she believes the Zoning Committee
was familar with the density factors.
Corrine Coulter spoke in opposition to the rezoning because of the increase in
density and said she has watched the area scooped up by spot zoning in the last
ten years. She referred to an editorial writtenat the
eati time
of
frefereviredous to rezo ing
attempt and predicting subsequent rezoning proceedings
of Councilmen concerning the 1971 proposal on the proposed rezoning and said she
was told the comprehensive zoning ordinance would help neighborhoods protect their
property.
At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Burckhardt said the property will not
be rental property and the lot costs will be $25,000 and putting four units together
will allow more open space. He said they think they are offering single family
housing and both sides of a duplex would be sold and all units would be purchased.
He said when he purchased the property the zoning at that time allowed duplexes.
Lee Coulter said they were told detached homes would be valued at $52,000 and now
they are saying they would be valued at $902000 and he said at one point they were
told they would be rented until sold and he doesn't know that the plan says they
will be sold.
At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Coulter said the residents should not have
to compromise with a developer from outside the area and he couldn't compromise
today without seeing a plan.
Councilman Levine recommended that Ms. McNeally of the Planning Staff act as
coordinator and call a meeting of both sides in an attempt to compromise the
situation.
Councilman Maddox expressed support of the concept of planned development and said
he thinks there is an area of compromise.
Ms. McNeally of the Planning Staff said she thinks the District 1 Council representa-
tives would be better coordinators of a meeting between the residents and the
developer.
After some discussion Councilman Levine moved that the public hearing be continued
to Thursday, October 25th, 1979, at 7:30 P.M. in the City Council Chambers and
that during the interim period the District 1 Council coordinate a meeting between
the developer and the residents in an attempt to compromise the matter.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273793. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of installing a water main in Fry Street from Hewitt Avenue to
200 feet south, under P.O. 273667.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the order. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Y
C.F. No. 273794. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of installing water main in Clarence St. from York Avenue to 48 feet
south, under P.O. 2.73668.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273795. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of, installing a water main in Fifield St. from Como Avenue to
Brewster St., under P.O. 273669.
(See discussion and adoption beloYeasw) 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273796. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of grading and paving, constructing concrete curb and gutter and
constructing storm water drainage facilities in Fifield St. from Brewster St.
to Como, under P.O. 273670.
(See discussion and adoption beloYeasw) 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273797. FINAL ORDER.
the matter
et.from Brewster St
In of condemning
demninaeasement Ave slope
of for undertP.0ed273671,fills in the grading
(See discussion and adoption below)
C.F. No. 273798. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of constructing a sanitary sewer in Fifield St. from Brewster to
Como, under P.O. 273672.
Dale Bergland, 1978 Como, said he is the owner of property which will be assessed
in the amount of $7,000 and he said the improvement is of no value to him or to
the school property across the street.
At the question of the Council, Mr. Eggum said one of the three affected property
owners has petitioned for the improvement.
Charles Knutson said he proposes to build to
on the corner of Brewster and
Fifield and the street improvement will allow additional townhouse construction and
he said District 12 is in favor of the improvement because of the present congestion
in the area due to apartments.
Mr. Kuhfeld said the Public Works Department doesn't have a problem with or without
the improvement and makes no recommendation.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Kuhfeld said the proposal has the support
of the St. Anthony Park Association.
Councilwoman Hunt said no one likes assessments but we must make an attempt to
provide additional housing and she moved approval of the orders.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspended to consider filing the vacancy
in the office of Council President caused by the resignation of President Hozza.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox nominated Councilwoman Showalter as Council President.
Councilman Tedesco asked if there were any other nominations and there were no
other nominations.
Roll call on the election of Councilwoman Showalter as Council President.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273749. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code pertaining to
zoning and adopting certain use restrictions to the area known as the
Mississippi River Corridor.
Laid over to October 4th for Third Reading.
Claim of Joseph E. Chapple, Jr., 517 W. Wheelock Parkway, St. Paul, Minnesota,
filed on September 25, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Agnes Goligoski, 1682 Lincoln Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
September 27, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Marsha McGinn, 600 Park St., Apt. 10, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
September 28th, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of John Tomlinson, 799 S. Winthrop, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
September 25, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons in the matter of Edwin F. Lawrence versus the St. Paul Arts and Science
Council and the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Letter of Richard Zehring, Assistant City Attorney, in the matter of the use of
eminent domain proceedings by the HRA in regard to property at 168 Edmund.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Petition to rezone property at 1768 York, aka Lots 2 and 3, Block 3, Birmingham
Park Addition.
Referred to the Financia Department for check as to sufficiency.
Letter of Rebecca Collodora withdrawing a petition to rezone property at
637 Ohio.
Filed.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer requesting certain addendums as listed to the
petition of the City of St. Paul for the vacation of part of Lot 8, J.W. Bass
Garden Lots.
(See C.F. No. 273806 later in the meeting)
* Councilman Hozza suggested that the assessment be formulated to put more burden on
the developer and he suggested that the Valuation Engineer be requested to set up a
meeting between parties concerned in an effort to provide a more equitable assessment
formula.
Councilwoman Hunt agreed to make this a part of her motion.
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Administrative Orders:
D 5060 - Extension of contract completion time for the regrading and paving
in Leech-McBoal I.T.A.
D 5061 - Extension of contract completion time for the grading, paving and
sanitary sewer in Central Village Addn.
D 5062 - Deductions of $1,449.36 to the Hayden Heights Branch Library Project.
C.F. No. 273799.
Resolution approving the applications of the HRA for abatement and cancellation of
assessment as described in Application #96210 and 96484.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273800.
Resolution giving preliminary approval to a housing development project AND issuance
of revenue bonds in connection therewith AND retention of bond underwriter.
(Area adjacent to the Shepard Park West Redevelopment Project bounded by Stewart,
Alton, Maddison and Rockwood Streets)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0 Abstention - 1 (Hunt)
C.F. No. 273801.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $8,000 from Contingent
Reserve - General to General Government Accounts -Municipal Memberships (Dues;
Financing of lobby efforts in support of tax increment financing legislation by
the League of Minnesota Cities).
Councilwoman Hunt said this matter was considered by the Finance Committee and
this is a compromise worked out by herself and Steve Wellington and a group
associated with the League of Cities and she pointed out that information has
been received indicating that these funds were not used for lobbying but for
background and research in connection with the whole question of tax increment
financing.
Councilman Hozza said he agrees with the comments of Councilwoman Hunt and it
was a well worked out compromise.
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this point.
Roll call on the resolution.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273802.
Resolution honoring Adolf Tobler.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273803.
Resolution granting Temporary On Sale Malt Beverage License to "Discover St. Paul"
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza left the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273804.
Resolution granting the petition of Donald and Margery Turek for the vacation of
part of Magoffin Ave. lying between the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific
Railroad Co. right-of-way and the northerly extension of the west right-of-way
line of Colette Place.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273805.
Resolution granting the petition of the City of St. Paul to vacate Lots 7 and 8,
Block 3, Brunson's Addition.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273806.
Resolution granting petition of the City of St. Paul to vacate part of Lot 8,
J. W. Bass Garden Lots.
A letter of the Valuation Engineer was read recommending an amendment to.the
conditions to provide that the proceeds from the sale of the land be returned
to the Water Utility rather than the city and also recommending that $1,500
be deducted from the proceeds for the citys expenses incurred in processing the
vacation.
Councilman McMahon moved that the resolution be amended as recommended.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Roll call on the resolution as amended.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
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C.F. No. 273807.
Resolution approving and adopting revised program guidelines for the Selective
Clearance Program. yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273808.
Resolution granting Building Contractor Licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273809.
Resolution granting Building Contractor Licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273810.
Resolution granting Restaurant and Cigarette License to Leo Gadbois at 96 N.
Dale St.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273811.
Resolution granting license to Patricia Jones, dba City Wide Cab, to operate
one taxicab.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273812.
Resolution granting license to Robert Gordon, dba City Wide Cab, to operate
one taxicab.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273813.
Resolution granting Temporary On Sale Malt Beverage Licenses to persons as
listed.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273814.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273815.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Mr. Bernard Carlson, Director of Finance and Management Services, appeared and
expressed appreciation to those who helped in developing the city survey and
he said representatives of Mid -Continent are present to submit and explain their
report.
Jim Frazee and Lynn Carlin appeared representing Mid -Continent Surveys and submitted
and described the citizen survey.and outlined some of its findings•roud of the
Mr. Carlson again expressed appreciation and said the city can be p
results and by and large the public accepts government services.
Councilwoman Hunt urged that Mr. Carlson take the necessary steps to disseminate
the information to various parties including the District Councils.
Councilman McMahon moved thattheeasmeeting be adjourned. 0
Adopted.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
October 3rd, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hozza, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 7
Absent - None.
Change of officers in Restaurant No Limit, Inc. (William 0. Naegele, President)
On Sale Liquor Licensee at 276 So. Exchange Street, doing business as Forepaugh's
Restaurant. (No one notified to attend.) The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273816.
officers in Restaurant ep Limit, Inc., holder of On
Resolution approving change in
Sale Liquor License at 276 So. Exchange Street dba Forepaugh's Restaurant.
Councilman Hozza moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Bingo Application - Rice Street Athletic Club, 900 Rice Street, 52 periods. (Thomas
Kresco, Secretary, and William Hafner, Manager, notified to attend.) The following
resolution was submitted.
C.E. No. 273817.
Resolution granting Bingo Games License to Rice Street Athletic Club at 900 Rice
Street.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 . Nays - 0
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License issued to Oak Room Bar,
Inc. (Owen Green, President) at 380 Selby Avenue, to the Old Oak Room Bar, Inc. at
the same address. (Owen Green and Josephine Schwartz notified to attend.)
Mr. Garvey said the License Inspector's office recommends a thirty day delay on this
matter and Councilman Maddox moved approval of the request.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Application for a Gaming License by the Jewish Community Center of St. Paul, 1375 St.
Paul Avenue. (Burton Garr and Herman Birnberg notified to attend.) The following
resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273818.
Resolution granting Gaming License to Jewish Community Center of St. Paul at 1375
St. Paul Avenue.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Request by Southtown Liquor, Inc. (James R. Bresnahan, President) for a date to be
set (November 21, 1979) for a public hearing on their application to transfer the
Off Sale Liquor License presently issued to them at 401 Capitol Skyway Building, to
the A.B. C. Liquor Warehouse, Inc. (Anna Prawdiuk, President) at 1055 Payne Avenue.
(No one notified to attend.)
Councilman McMahon moved that a date of hearing be scheduled for November 21st, 1979
as requested.
Yeas - Nays - 0
Adopted.
Letter of protest signed by nearby residents of the Minnehaha Tavern, Inc. (Alrid L.
Mueller, President) On Sale Liquor Licensee at 1773 E. Minnehaha Avenue, requesting
that their letter of protest be read at the City Council meeting considering license
matters and also at the next City Council meeting.
Mr. Carchedi circulated copies of police reports and said he talked to the manager of
the bar and after reviewing the matter he feels the allegations are unfounded and Council-
man Tedesco and Maddox expressed agreement.
The letter was filed.
October 3rd, 1979.
Application for the transfer of 29 Taxicab Licenses presently issued to St.
Paul Yellow Cab Company, Inc. (Robert Janecek, President) at 400 Selby Avenue, to
Yellowbird, Inc. (Robert Janecek, President at the -same -address. (Robert Janecek
notified to attend.) The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273819.
Resolution granting the transfer of twenty-nine taxicabs from St. Paul Yellow Cab
Company, Inc. at 400 Selby Ave. to Yellowbird, Inc. at the same address.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Carchedi said his recommendation is for
approval of the transfer of 29 cabs which are properly insured. He said another
51 licenses have no automobiles and he will meet with the City Attorney in the next
few days and make a recommendation on these licenses and he said tags have been
issued in the last few days for unlicensed cars on the street.
Councilman Hozza questioned the recommendation for approval because there are
violations and Mr. Carchedi said the necessary revocation hearing will be set up.
Councilman Maddox said that he has witnessed violations of Yellow Cab Company and
he has only supported them up to this date to protect the drivers.
Councilman Hozza asked Mr. Janacek if he has insurance for all the cabs on the street
and Mr. Janacek replied in the affirmative.
Councilman Hozza asked if Mr. Janacek had Workman4s Compensation on all employees at
all times and Mr. Janacek said not at all times but he does have Workman's Compensation
now and the matter is of question when they haven't had it because they had not
received notice from the State of Minnesota. Councilman Hozza said he is extremely
reluctant to vote for the transfer today and the answers of Mr. Janacek are inconsistent
with the objections he has received and he thinks there should be a.full scale revoca-
tion hearing.
Councilman Maddox said he realizes that Mr. Janacek has been taking some steps but
he emphasized that it must be done quickly.
Mr. Janacek said that it is his intent to fully sell the cabs to the drivers. At the
question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Janacek said everything is up to date for the 29
cabs under consideration.
Councilman Levine said that as long as everthing is up to date he would move approval
of the application.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Garvey explained that a proper application
has been made and is in order.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Carchedi said that they are attempting to
issue tags to cabs not properly licensed.
Councilman Tedesco suggested that the fine be increased from $25.00 to $100.00 and
that might help the situation.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Janacek said the identical assets will remain
such as garage equipment, numerous cabs and other business equipment.
Councilman Hozza asked about financial recourse for claims and Mr. Janacek said claims
could be filed against the St. Paul Yellow Cab Company.
Mr. Garvey said in the event there is no insurance the c
llaim would be filed against
the assets of the company.
Councilman Hozza asked if the City would be liable if the cabs are not insured or if
the assets don't cover the claim and Mr. Starr said if the Council has knowledge of
facts and does nothing about it then they could be negligent and held liable.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Janacek said all cabs have Workman's Compensa-
tion and all the cars on the road have insurance.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Carchedi said tags have been issued to cabs
not properly licensed.
Councilman Hozza asked if all the cabs on the street today are properly insured and Mr.
Janacek replied in the affirmative.
Mr. Miley, attorney for Mr. Janacek, said in addition to the 29 licenses Mr. Janacek has
licensed vehicles in other suburban areas and this is what is causing the confusion. He
said the matter today is to license 29 cabs and he explained why the transfer to Yellow -
bird, Inc. is necessary -and he urged approval of the transfer because it applies only
to the insurance problems. He said that they have complied with the requirements of
Mr. Carchedi to get certain things done and intend to report back in late October.
He also said his client claims he is not getting equal treatment from Mr. Merck.
At the question of Councilwoman Showalter, Mr. Carchedi said that he recommends
fer of 29 cabs only from Yellow Cab Company to
approval of the application for the trans
Yellowbird, Inc.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Merck explained the tags that have been
issued in the last few days pertaining to cabs not properly licensed.
Mr. Garvey said if Mr. Janacek has insurance for vehicles he could get his suspended
licenses back.
Mr. Starr said he has been handed a certificate of insurance from Mr. Miley which '
appears authentic and purports to insure all vehicles.
(Dicussion continued to the following page.)
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October 3rd, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page.)
Councilman Hozza said he cannot support the motion and feels we will find out
even more when Mr. Janacek is under oath and he thinks the City may be open to
liability.
Councilwoman Hunt also indicated she cannot support the motion. She said the
time has come to get a long term solution to the problems.
At the question of President Showalter, Mr. Garvey said he is unsure about the
ramifications if the transfer is not granted and he assumes the cabs would have
to be off the streets by October 14th, 1979.
Richard Timm, a driver for Yellow Cab Company and a steward for Local 120, said
they have an abundance of people unemployed and they can't afford to lose any-
more drivers if the licenses are not granted. At the question of Councilman
Maddox, Mr. Timm said he is not aware of any case of Workman's Compensation or
insurance claims pending. At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Timm said if
the drivers are not employed they will not need health and welfare insurance.
He said every driver who qualifies is covered by the program.
Councilman McMahon called for the question on Councilman Levine's motion to
approve the resolution.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 2 (Councilwoman Hunt, Councilman Hozza)
Councilman Maddox said he doesn't think this should be the end to this matter and
there should be continued discussion on the ramifications of transferring the assets
to a new corporation.
Mr. Carchedi indicated that he will confer with the City Attorney and will be giving
Mr. Janacek notice of public hearing for revocation of 51 licenses.
Councilman Hozza moved that the City Attorney and License Inspector and others conduct
a full inquiry upon existing claims or allegations and bring them forward at the
time of the public hearing.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman McMahon moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 10:00 A.M.
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COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hozza, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President
Showalter...7
Absent - No one.
Hearing upon the proposed HRA property acquisition north of St. Stanislaus
Development Area, Community Development Program District 9. (Six sites on
Superior St. as listed).
A statement was read into the record announcing that the acquisition would be in
accordance with federal regulations implementing the uniform relocation assistance
and real property acquisition policies act of 1970.
Gerald Sovinski appeared and spoke in support of the proposal.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the proposal.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273686. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16584.
An ordinance repealing Chapters 282 and 2839 and adopting a new ordinance
outlawing certain drug-related devices.
Councilman Hozza said he again expresses reservations about the ordinance and
thinks there are questions to be answered that can't be answered by the City
Council and Judge Alsop is still reviewing the Eagan ordinance and we should wait
for a court decision. He noted that the Fire Fighters are supporting the ordinance
but we don't know the position of the Police Department.
Councilwoman Hunt said she shares the concerns of Councilman Hozza and would prefer
to lay the ordinance over until the courts have acted but if action is taken today
she will support the ordinance.
Councilman Maddox said Judge Alsop is not rehearing the case and he referred to
Ila sales each year. He said if the
the amount of money involved in parapherna\
court rules against the ordinance there is still the possibility of licensing the
operations and he said millions of dollars are spent on rehabilitation that isn't
working.
Councilwoman Showalter said she visited a head shop recently and thinks it is worse
then she expected and will support the ordinance.
Councilman Hozza said the ordinance doesn't prohibit the things talked about by
Councilman Maddox and Councilwoman Showalter and he doesn't think the ordinance
will be effective.
Councilman Levine said he thinks Councilman Hozza's comments are right and he said
there has been little interest in the ordinance. He said he also visited a shop
and was shown some of the items involved and the ordinance covers some items and
some it does not and he thinks it would still be easy to purchase certain items.
but it still is important to indicate to the community that we are against the sales
of these items and don't condone drug use. He said he will support the ordinance
but he does have questions about effect and enforcement.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Kessler of the Fire Fighters Union said
adoption of the ordinance before the court decision was not discussed but they
were aware of pending court action.
Roll call on adoption of the ordinance. Nays - 1 (Hozza)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Y
Councilwoman Hunt left the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273713.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16585.
An ordinance repealing the following Chapters of the Legislative Code as obsolete:
Chapter 213, 269, 271, 275, 277 and 273.04, 273.05 and 273.06.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Starr, City Attorney, explained that
this ordinance and other ordinances up for consideration today repeal various.
chapters of the Legislative Code because they are either superseded by State
Statute or no longer are needed and have any affect.
Roll call on the ordinance.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273714. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16586.
An ordinance repealing the following Chapters of the Legislative Code as
obsolete: Chapters 68, 69 and 79.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273715. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16587.
An ordinance amending Ordinance 913542 pertaining to No Parking Zones by adding
the north side of Arlington Ave. from Snelling to Hamline Ave. during Minnesota
State Fair dates.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273716. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16588.
An ordinance repealing Chapters of the Legislative Code as listed as obsolete.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273717. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16589.
An ordinance repealing Chapters 80, 82A, 88, 92, 92B, and Chapter 97 of the
Legislative Code as obsolete.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0.
C.F. No. 273749. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code pertaining to zoning
and adopting certain use restrictions to the area known as the Mississippi River
Corridor.
A memorandum of Councilman Hozza was read transmitting a request of the Planning
Division to lay the ordinance over until it is reviewed by the State Environmental
Quality Board.
Councilman Hozza moved that the ordinance be laid over pending review by the State
Environmental Quality Board.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273778. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 32 of the Administrative Code and setting the
compensation to be paid certain elected officials effective the first Tuesday in
June, 1980 and the first Tuesday in June, 1981.
Laid over to October 9th for Third Reading,
C.F. No. 273823. FIRST READING.
An administrative ordinance adopted pursuant to Chapter 260, Laws of Minnesota.
for 1975, amending Ordinance No. 15975 (as amended by Ordinance No. 16504)
and promulgating regulations for the City's Housing and Rehabilitation Finance
Program.
Laid over to October 11th for Second Reading.
Claim of Susan J. Danner, 154 W. Richmond, So. St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
October.l, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Marianne Helen Haynes by Attorney Paul J. Gatto, 2350 West Seventh St.,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on October 1, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mrs. Richard Soderling, 4829 - 37th Avenue So., Minneapolis, Minnesota,
filed on October 1, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Barbara D. Taylor, 1699 Case Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
September 28, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Sandra L. Prentice, 1807 Stillwater Avenue, Apt. 5, St. Paul, Minnesota,
filed on October 2, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Gene Masiello, Sr. versus the City of
St. Paul
Referred to the City Attorney.
Letter of the Director of the Dept. of Finance and Management Services reporting
the petition of Peter Sybrandt to rezone Lot 11, Block 2, Point Douglas Addition
is sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
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Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing date for October 30,
1979 in the request 0 Champion InternationalCorporation for permission to
construct fencing on portions of Myrtle Ave., Hampden Ave., Pillsbury Street
and Wabash Avenue. (Requires amending of vacation granted in C.F. No. 258871).
Councilman McMahon moved thatYa date 6of hearing be set
as requested.
Adopted.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting the petition of William and Bonnie
Leonard for the vacation of parts of Hillwood Court and Hillwood Drive are in
proper form.
Filed.
the petition of the St. Paul Companies,
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting
Inc. for the vacation of Auditorium Street between West Fifth St. and West Seventh
Place is in proper form.
Filed.
Administrative Orders; Real Estate Appraisers
D 5063 - Employment of Thomas Delaney and John McKenny, Acquisition.
for services in connection with Luella Stormwo s Pond pedestrian bridges
D 5064 Additions of $1,130 in the construction of two skyway P erle,
from Donaldsons.
D 5065 - Payment of $209 out of the Workers' Compensation Account to James eg
Public Works Dept. employee.
D 5066 - Payment of $83.60 to Steven Warner, Dept. of Community Services employee,
from the Workers' Compensation Account -
of 5067 - Payment of $752.15 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Gene
Walbridge, Finance and Management Servicesemployee.
Account to Daniel
D 5068 - Payment of $4,455 from the Workers' Comp cc
Norrgran, Dept. of Fire and Safety Services employee.
D 5069 - Payment of $86.50 as a settlement to Lawrence Nevin, Police Dept. employee,
in a third party accident. compensation Account to Dean King,
D 5070 Payment of $3,628.10 from the Workers' Comp
Public Works Dept. employee.
D 5071 - Payment of $585 out of the Workers' Compensation Account to Thomas
Carroll, Public Works Dept. employee.
D 5072 - Payment of $1,463 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Gerald Conlin,
Public Works Dept. employee.
D 5073 - Payment of $83.60 from the Workers' Compensation Account to Steven
Gauster, Public Works Dept. employee.
C.F. No. 273820. \
Resolution increasing the salaries of Legislative Aides to the Council y
7% effective the first Tuesday in June, 1980 and the first Tuesday in June, 1981.
on.)
(Second Reading and AdoptiYeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273821. inserting the title Service
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules a inserting its
Worker III in Section 3.L, Grade 16, Technical Group AND
specifications in Section 32. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.E. No. 273822• the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Manpower
Resolution amending Grade 5, 9 and 13, respectively in
Coordinator I, II, and III in Section 3.J, their
Professional -Administrative Non -Supervisors Group AND inserting
specifications in Section 32. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273824.
Resolution amending the Salary plan and Rates of Compensation Resolution to
allow payment through the five-year plan for exempt employees. (Second Reading
and Adoption) yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273825. plan and
Resolution amending Section IIB of the SayDentist-Cl Ratenicsof and Medical
Resolution and adjusting the rate of pay for
Examiner. (Second Reading and eAdoption) Nays - 0
Adopted.
October 4th, 1979. 57813:/
C.F. No. 273826.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules and inserting the title Manpower
Employment Counselor in Section 3.L, Grade 30, Technical Group AND inserting
its specifications in Section 32. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273827.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules and inserting the title Adjudication
Specialist in Section 3.J, Grade 3, Professional -Administrative Non Supervisors
Group AND inserting its specification in Section 32. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273828.
Resolution approving the District #11 Plan.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273829.
Resolution directing the Civil Service Commission to conduct an examination
for the position of Judges of Election and to establish a list of candidates
for same.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273830.
Resolution approving the appointment of Michael Fetsch as special counsel in an
affirmative action rules violation case entitled "Donald Lewis, Director, Dept.
of Human Rights versus Barton Contracting Company".
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273831.
Resolution granting transfer of Beauty Shop License to Linda S. Bowman from
1695 E. Seventh St. to 1646 E. Seventh St.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273832.
Resolution granting transfer of Off Sale Malt Beverage License and other licenses
from Paul Damico at 213 Front Ave. to Catherine Robinson and George
Asimos at the same address, dba North End Grocery.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Caroline Thomforde, 707 No. Grotto, appeared and read a statement pertaining to
court actions involved in a real estate property matter.
Councilman Hozza suggested that the City Attorney be asked to investigate and
report back to the Council on any action that would be necessary and he moved that
the matter be referred to the City Attorney for report.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza indicated he is prepared to discuss the matter of the liquor
investigation either today or on the next agenda and at the request of Councilwoman
Showalter he moved that the matter be placed on the Tuesday, October 9th, agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0 Abstention - 1 (Tedesco)
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
AD J 0 U R N ED AT 10:50 A.M.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10,00 A. *M*
\ October 9th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:07 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 6
Absent - Councilman Hozza...l (Councilman Hozza arrived at a point during the meeting.)
Hearing was held on the petition of Summit Court, Inc. to vacate part of the alley
in Block 13, Woodland Park Addition.
James Stolpestad, Attorney representing the petitioners, appeared and said they
are prepared to answer any questions concerning the proposal and he referred to a
letter he submitted to each Councilman wherein they agree to all the conditions
requested by Mr. Davis.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Stolpestad said they are willing to
incorporate all the conditions in the resolution.
Dan Wagers, 412 Holly, said he also owns 429 Holly and he asked for additional
time so he could go over the plans with the applicant.
After some discussion Councilman Levine moved that the matter be continued until
Thursday, October 11th, to allow time for discussion between the parties involved.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Hearing was held on the petition of Dart Transportation Company for the vacation of
streets and alleys in Kittson's Addition.
At the recommendation of Mr. Donovan, Councilwoman Hunt moved that the matter be
continued for one week to October 16th.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Hearing was held to consider the adoption of service charges against benefited
properties for the 1979 Street Maintenance Program.
No one appeared and the following resolution was submitted.
C.F.
No. 273833.
Resolution adopting service charges as a special assessment against benefited
properties for the 1979 Street Maintenance Program.
Councilman McMahon moved approval of the resolution.-
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Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays 0
C.F.
No. 273834. FINAL ORDER.
a water main in Trout Brook Circle from Arlington
In the matter of constructing
Avenue south to the cul-de-sac, under P.O. 273694.
No one appeared.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 273835. FINAL ORDER.
and taking an easement in the land necessary for slopes,
In the matter of condemning
fills for the grading and paving of Trout Brook Circle from Arlington
cuts and
Avenue to approximately 800 feet south, under P.O. 273695.
No one appeared.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the order.
- 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays
C.F.
No. 273836. FINAL ORDER.
of improving Trout Brook Circle from Arlington Avenue south to
In the matter
cul-de-sac, under P.O. 273696.
No one appeared.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 273837. FINAL ORDER.
a sanitary sewer in Trout Brook Circle from
'
In the matter of constructing
Arlington Avenue south to cul-de-sac, under P.O. 273697.
No one appeared.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the order.
0
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays -
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RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of constructing sanitary sewer and sewer service connections in
Springside Drive from Allston St. to Pt.. Douglas Rd. in Lenox Ave. from
Winthrop St. to relocated Wildview Ave., in portions of relocated Wildview Ave.,
in Allston St. from an easement to Springside Drive and in Winthrop St. from
Lenox Ave. to relocated Wildview Ave. (P.O. 268517)
(Laid over two weeks to October 23rd - See discussion below)
RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of constructing water main and water service connections on
portions of Allston St., Wildview Ave., Lenox Ave. and Winthrop St. (P.O. 266966)
(Laid over -two weeks to October 23rd - See discussion below)
RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of grading and surfacing, constructing curb and gutter and
constructing drainage facilities in Allston St. from Springside Drive to
relocated Wildview Ave. and relocated Wildview Ave. and Lenox Ave. from Allston
St. to Lenox Ave. (P.O. 266938)
Mr. Donovan, Valuation Engineer, explained that construction was done over the
last two years andhe cited the cost of the improvement and the portion assessed
to property owners and said the total assessment is $65.61 a front foot. He said
he feels the assessment is in line with other improvements but because of the size
of the lots the individual assessments are very high and he recommended that they
be payable over a twenty year period.
Arthur Cheney, Attorney representing Mr. and Mrs. Makens, said they don't feel
the assessment benefits the property in the amount of the assessment and he said
they own five lots and their assessment is $18,000.
Mr. Donovan explained the Maken assessment and said he feels the property is
benefited at the rate assessed.
At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Donovan said the proposed assessment
for another improvement considered today is over $100 a front foot.
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks there must be a uniform assessment policy and
there doesn't seem to be any way to deal with this problem.
Mr. Eugene Avery said he owns property in the area and asked that the interest rate
be set at six percent rather than eight percent because of the length of time this
matter has been before the Council.
Councilman Tedesco said he thinks Mr. Avery's request is fair and if it is within
his authority he would move that the interest rate be set at six percent.
Larry Pieper, 866 Lenox, said he owns one lot that barely touches the cul-de-sac
and is charged for a 50 foot assessment and he already has access on another street
and doesn't need access to Lenox.
Mr. Donovan explained that if the lot is sold it could be with accessto
Leox
and he indicated that he could meet with property owners concerning questions
about the assessment.
Frank Baskfield, 2200 Valley View Place, said he owns hillside property on
Springside and at one point the planning people felt the property was too steep
to build on and it was later determined that one half of the property is buildable.
He said he thinks with imagination only one lot would be buildable.
Councilman Hozza arrived at this point in the meeting.
Mr. Donovan said at the time of adoption of the final order a decision was made to
assess this property at 50 percent and he said they did not
percent
is
buildable but that the assessment would be cut by fifty petts t because
steep slope.
Councilwoman Hunt suggested that the matter be laid over to allow a meeting between
Mr. Donovan and the property owners.
Councilman Maddox moved that the resolutions be continued for two weeks, to October 23rd,
1979.
Councilman Tedesco asked consideration of his motion to reduce the interest to six
percent and Councilman Maddox said he would include approval of six percent interest
in his motion to continue the matter for two weeks.
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Starr, City Attorney, said the Council has
authority to vary the interest rate.
Roll call on the motion.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273838. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of installing a public water main in Suburban Ave. from Frank St.
to 300 feet east of the centerline of Frank St. (P.O. 270813)
Mr. Noll said he had water before this improvement and he doesn't feel he should
pay for a developers cost.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Mr. Al Coulter of the Water Department Staff said this home was served by a
temporary main and when a temporary main is installed the original owner agrees
to connect to a permanent main when it is available.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273839. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of installing a public water main in Woodbury St. from Morton St.
erline of Morton St. (P.O. 271134)
to 120 feet north of the cent
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273778. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 32 of the Administrative Code and setting the
compensation to be paid certain elected officials effective the first
Tuesday in June, 1980 and the first Tuesday in June, 1981.
Laid over to October 16th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273840.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Section 74.02 (B) of the St. Paul Legislative Code to
households with children.
prohibit discrimination in housing against families or
Councilman Maddox moved that the ordinance be referred to the Legislation Committee
for an evening meeting by the committee of the whole.
Ron Smith appeared and said he understands a similar or
has been drafted for
consideration by the Human Rights Commission tonight and he urged that this matter
be laid over until the Human Rights Commission has had an opportunity to meet on
this subject.an
Councilman Maddox indicated he metwith
te Director f Hum tsRights and the Human
Rights Department will have an opportunity ortunity
Councilwoman Hunt said the Human Rights Commission should have an opp
to conclude their deliberations but the ordinance could be introduced and referred
to committee but shouldn't be considered until after the commission completes their
activities. other way and it would
Councilman Maddox said he has no intention of doing it any \
probably be three or four weeks before the committee considers the matter.
Councilman McMahon suggested that the ordinance be referred to the City Development
and Transportation Committee rather than the Legislation Committee because that
committee usually considers housing matters.
Councilman Hozza said he thinks it is the chairmans decision on which committee
but the Legislation Committee is the most appropriate
should consider the matter
because it is a change in the Human Rights Ordinance.
Council President Showalter referred the ordinance to the Legislation Committee
for consideration by the committee of the whole.
C.F. No. 273841.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending the Legislative
Code so streets as to
oasul stedefordtheophysically
for the establishment of parking spaces
handicapped.
Laid over to October 16th jor Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273842.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Section 18.02 "D" of the Legislative Code an
prohibiting the connection of rain leaders to the sewer system.
Laid over to October 16th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273843.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter .60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property
located at the southeast corner of Larpenteur and Galtier, aka Lots 28 and 29,
Block 4, Rice Street Villas.
Laid over to October 16th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273844.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Section 12.09 of the City Charter as it pertains to
collective bargaining agreements.
Laid over to October 16th for Second Reading.
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273845.
raph 8 and 9 of Section 6.D of Civil Service Rules
Resolution amending parag
concerning the temporary elimination of numerical performance evaluations in the
option; Letter of Chairperson of Committee
Fire Department. (Second Reading and Ad
on Finance recommends approval).
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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October 9th, 1979.
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
Claim of Lloyd Anderson, 1627 Edmund Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
October 4, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Maynard Engelstad, 5736 - 34th Avenue So., Minneapolis, Minnesota, filed on
October 5, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Jeffrey Gassler, Rodger Cain and Robin Duemke by Attorney Brian Miller,
1616 Park Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota, filed on October 3, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mary Herbst, 890 W. Hoyt Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on October 4,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of William H. Halgren, 2575 Plaza Circle, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
October 5, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Bernice C. Kennedy by Attorney Robert E. Faricy, 1040 Northwestern Bank
Bldg., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on October 3, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Pauline Nelson by Attorney Danield Klas, 143 E. 4th St., St. Paul, Minnesota,
filed on October 3, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Anthony Zangs, 1391 N. Albert, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on October 5,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Letter of William Patton, Administrator of Community Development, recommending a
public hearing date for 7:30 P.M., November 20, 1979, to hold the annual performance
hearing on the Community Development Block Grant Program.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Letter of Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission requesting a meeting date
with the City Council or appropriate city committee, to discuss revision of the
Recreation Open Space Policy Plan.
Referred to the City Development and Transportation Committee. \
Letter of Paul McCloskey, Assistant City Attorney, transmitting the request of
the St. Paul Civil Service Commission to rescind a resolution (C.F. 273710)
recommending that candidates for Police Chief be selected from present employees.
Councilwoman Hunt said she voted for the resolution but had reservations at that
time and is prepared to move for reconsideration of C.F. 273710..
Councilman Hozza said he thinks reconsideration is moot when a resolution is adopted,
signed, and effective and he thinks the Council made it clear that it was only
an opinion. He said the matter is of such importance that the Council should
communicate with the Civil Service Commission.
Councilwoman Hunt said she also feels there is a lack of communication and the
matter should be cleared up and she suggested that the Civil Service Commission
be asked to meet with the Council.
Councilwoman Showalter said she would prefer further communications and she thinks
there has been some misunderstanding.
Councilman Tedesco and McMahon agreed on the need for further communication.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the Council reconsider C.F. 273710.
Councilman Maddox said he agrees on the need for communication but doesn't favor
reconsideration.
Mr. Starr, City Attorney, suggested a review of procedures by the City Attorney
with a report back to the Council on Thursday.
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point.
Bill Gillespie of the St. Paul Police Federation urged that the Civil Service Commission
be requested to move quickly and select a new Police Chief and he said he thinks -.ah
ere
are qualified candidates within the department.
Councilman Levine urged that a time limit be considered by the Civil Service Commission
so there is a orderly transition period.
Councilman Hozza moved that the matter be continued until Thursday, October 11th.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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l.Octaber 9th, 1979.
Letter of the Assistant City Manager of Roseville, Minnesota, submitting the
proposed Comprehensive Plan of that locale.
Filed.
Letter of the AFL --CIO Trades and Labor Assembly transmitting that organizations
position in favor of the Downtown People Mover project.
Filed.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting the petition
fformin and Viola Witte
for the vacation of part of Territorial Road is in proper
Filed.
Administrative Order D-5074 as on file in the City Clerk's Office was noted.
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this point.
C.Y. No. 273846.
Resolution authorizing the issuance of $430,000 Port Authority Revenue Bonds for
remodeling of the second and third floors in the Doerfler Square Bldg. into
's Office.
office space for use by the County Attorneyddtionalons
Councilman o rfler until theenewemanagementodoesvotesomethingfor anyato1correctcthe tproblems
at
regarding security and maintenance.
Councilman Hozza said this is not city money or taxation money and he thinks the
concerns o£ Councilman Levine should be directed to the Port Authority Staff.
ted about the problems
Councilman Levine moved that the Port Authority be aler
regarding security and maintenance.eas 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Roll call on the resolution. seas 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.7. No. 273847•
Resolution authorizing issuance of a $2,750 000 tax exempt mortgage note for
, ,
financing of an office -office services facility for Transfer Road II Company
in Midway Industrial Park. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273848.
Resolution approving the appointment of Hubert White to replace James Verstraete
as Downtown Council's representative 5to the Skyway
Naysomo0ion Committee.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273849.
Resolution accepting the proposed Registered Land Survey entitled (tentatively GG).
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273850. Thomssen Greenbrier Park Addition.
Resolution approving the Clapp- Nays - 0
Adopted.
Yeas - 5
C.F. No. 273851.
Resolution authorizing sewer service to firms asOlisted.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273852.
Resolution adopting the 111980 Residential Street Paving Program Guidelines"
(RSPP).Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273853.
e of Maplewood and
Resolution oriointfinancing
ofagreement
drainage facilities adjacent to the
Ramsey Countyty for joint
White Bear Avenue-Larpenteur Ave. intersection as a portion of the Flandrau- oy
Sewer Improvements Project. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273854. property at 1304
Resolution permitting Thomas and Nancy Carbone, owners of p p Y
S. McKnight Rd., to make a sanitary sewer connection with the City of St. Paul
sewer in McKnight Rd. yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
October 9th, 1979. 57819.
C.E. No. 273855.
Resolution authorizing payment from the Tort Liability Fund of $800 to
Steven Joseph Skiba.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273856.
Preliminary Order for the opening, grading and paving of an alley in Block 31,
Auerbach and Hand's Addition from Lawson to Cook Ave. AND setting date of
public hearing for November 6, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273857.
Preliminary Order for the condemning and taking a permanent easement for alley
purposes on part of Block 31, Auerbach and Hands Addition AND condemning and
taking an easement in the land necessary for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned
by the grading and paving for the proposed alley in Block 31, Auerbach and
Hands Addition AND setting date of public hearing for November 6, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273858.
Resolution amending the legal description contained in C.F. No. 273581 being a
resolution vacating a part of Conway St.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273859.
Resolution approving the rules and regulations of the St. Paul Skyway System.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273860.
Resolution expressing thanks to the Northwest Area Foundation for its gift of
$280,000 to the St. Paul Energy Project (Phase I) AND authorizing a Grant
Agreement pledging the sum to the aforementioned Project.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza referred to his memorandum concerning the liquor investigation
and he said he has come to the conclusion that nothing new will come out of an
investigation and we know enough to make the necessary legislative changes.
Councilwoman Hunt said she agrees and Councilman Hozza suggested that a resolution
be drawn rescinding the original action of the Council and that the Council also
consider transferring the funds from the account.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the necessary resolution be prepared rescinding the
Councils previous action on a liquor investigation.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 11:30 A.M.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
\ October 10th,,1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS-- CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 4
Absent - Councilmen Levine, Hozza, Hunt ... 3
Councilman Tedesco moved that Councilmen Levine, Hozza and Hunt be excused from
today's meeting.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
.Application for a Gaming Session License by the St. Paul Jaycees
C aritabJoseph
Foundation at 320 Bremer Building (William
f A. Songaresoluesidtion twas submitted.
and
Leonard, Manager, notified to attend.)
The
C.F. No. 273861.
Resolution granting Gaming Session License to the St. Paul Jaycees Charitable
Foundation at 320 Bremer Building.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Application for a Hotel License by Grand Hotel Corporation at 405 N. Washington
Street. (Austin J. Baillon notified to attend.)
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the application. \
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Public hearing on the application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License
issued to the Criterion Restaurant., Inc. at 739 University Avenue to 857 Grand Avenue.
No one appeared. royal of the application.
Mr. Carchedi, License Inspector, recommended app
Councilman Maddox moved that the
applicationNbe O approved.
Adopted. Yeas
Councilman Tedesco moved thattheeasmeeting beNaysadjourned.
Adopted.
ADJOURNED AT 9:10 A.M.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
October 11th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hozza, Hunt,.Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 7
Absent - None.
Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes of September 13, 18, 19, 20 and 25, 1979.
Councilman Hozza moved approval of the minutes.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Hearing on the petition of Summit Court, Inca to vacate part of the alley in
Block 13, Woodland Park Addition.
A revised report of the Valuation Engineer dated October 10th, 1979 was noted and
circulated.
Mr. Stolpestad, attorney for the petitioner, said they are in agreement with the
revised report and the issue of parking will be taken up at a later date.
Mr. Davis, attorney representing two property owners in the block, said they have
resolved their differences and the question of overflow parking will need Planning
Commission approval in the future. He said the property owners are concerned that
adequate parking be provided and they request that Holly Ave. be restricted to
residential parking only.
Don Wagers, 412 Holly and owner of 429 Holly, said there<are 11 neighbors behind the
efforts and a meeting since the last hearing has satisfied their concerns.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the petition -subject to the terms and conditions
recommended by the Valuation Engineer with the understanding that there be no commitment
on parking until the issue is formally before the City Council.
Adopted. Yeas -.7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273862.
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a structure at 1380
Sargent (garage only).
No one appeared on behalf of the owner.
Tom Strokirch of the Housing Code Division circulated pictures of the building, des-
cribed its condition as hazardous and recommended demolition.
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting. \
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273642. FINAL ADOPTION.
A.=, ordinance establishing a mandatory retirement age of 65 for City employees in
the uniformed division of the Police and Fire Departments.
Mr. Terrance Sullivan, Assistant City Attorney, appeared to present testimony on
behalf of the Fire Department in support of the ordinance.
At the question of Mr. Sullivan, Fire Chief Steve Conroy explained the duties of
a f reman;-his former experience as a fireman and the need for strenuous acts during
fire fighting operations and he said he feels that a retirement age of 65 is important.
He said the physical condition of firefighters at age 65 is not as good as younger
persons and he maintains the retirement age should be 58 or 60. He referred to a
study made concerning the subject and he also referred to the presence of Captains,
District Chiefs and Deputy Chief at fires aiding in rescue work.
Councilman Levine said he thinks documentation has shown the need for good condition
and he commended the Fire Department for the physical condition of the firefighters.
Councilwoman Hunt said 'she doesn't feel there has been enough:evidence to support
adoption of the ordinance with the Police Department included and she said the
Police Administration did not take the same position as the Fire Department.
(Discussion continued to the following page.)
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57822.
October 11th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page.)
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Sullivan said the record lacks
evidence to uphold a decision on the Police Department.
.At the question of Mr. Sullivan, Deputy Chief Heinen referred to the types
of duties of firefighters and described life saving duties and explained the
amount of equipment that adds a considerable amount of weight and sometimes
requires walking up many flights of stairs. At the question of Councilman
Hozza, Deputy Chief Heinen explained a report concerning time loss and
Workmen's Compensation. At the question of Councilman McMahon, Deputy Chief
Heinen said there is only one employee at the present time over 65 years of age.
Dennis Kessler, Captain on the Fire Department and President of the Firefighters
Union, Local X621, read and submitted a statement outlining the duties of the
position of firefighter and in support of the ordinance.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the ordinance be amended by deleting references to
the Police Department.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
The 6rdinance was laid over one week to October 18th, 1979 for Final Adoption.
Councilman McMahon moved that the rules be suspended pertaining to the order of
business and to consider items not on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273863.
Resolution designating Friday, October 12, 1979, as Business, Labor and Industry Day
in the City of St. Paul.
Louie Myer, President of the Chamber of Commerce, and Jerry Regals, President of
the St. Paul Trades and Labor Assembly, appeared and expressed appreciation for the
resolution and pledged continued support and cooperation.
Councilwoman Showalter read a telegram of congratulations for St. Paul's 125th
Anniversary from the Minneapolis Central Labor Union.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273864.
Resolution authorizing continuation of implementation planning for the Downtown
People Mover Program.
Frank Hammond, President of Operaton 85, appeared and expressed the need for further
study and urged support of the resolution.
Councilman Hozza said parking is now part of the program and the DPM is contingent \
on parking.. He said the high cost of fringe parking is possible without an increase
in the tax base.
Councilman Maddox expressed support of the resolution and Councilman Levine expressed
support and commended the efforts of Mr. Hammond and others and he said he thinks
this is the right course to follow in the downtown development.
Councilwoman Hunt said she feels that a majority of the citizens are not in favor of
the process and is not convinced the project should go ahead at this point and would
only support it if the citizens could voice their opinion.
Councilman Levine referred to a thorough discussion of the subject by Councilman Hozza
through the district council.process and he said wide support was received for the project
and he said he agrees on.the need for more work on communications but the ultimate
decision lies with the Council.
Councilman Hozza said the legislative bill requires consent by the Council and the MTC
and the City Charter allows initiative, recall and referendum and the mechanism exists
for this procedure. He said he can't finally judge the project without all the
details and most groups have voted unanimously in favor of this project.
Councilman Maddox stressed the importance of a parking decision and said he hopes
the package can be sold in the neighborhoods.
Councilwoman Showalter said she will support the resolution and she referred to
discussions in the West 7th area about a fixed rail system to the airport.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 1 (Hunt)
Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273865.
Resolution authorizing the submission of an application for an emergency preparedness
grant to the State of Minnesota, Office of Emergency Preparedness.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273866.
Resolution approving the nomination by the Mayor of Harry Gaston to sit on the
Civil Service Board for a suspension hearing because Albert Zangs is unable to
attend.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
57823 Y
October -11th, 1979.
Letter of Councilman Levine, Chairman of the City Development and Transporta-
tion Committee, was read reporting that the City Development and Transportation
Committee approved the revised neighborhood commercial area improvement program
guidelines.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the guidelines with the bonds to be sold as
quickly as possible.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273823. SECOND READING.
An administrative ordinance adopted pursuant to Chapter 260, Laws of Minnesota for
1975, amending ordinance No. 15975 ( as amended by ordinance No. 16504) and
promulgating regulations for the City's Housing and Rehabilitation Finance Pro-
gram.
Laid over to October 16th, 1979 for Third Readin .
C.E. No. 273867. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Section 76.02 of the Administrative Code by providing for the
filing of Petitions in the period for filing Affidavits of Candidacy.
Laid over to October 18th, 1979 for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273868. FIRST READING. rate of pay for
An ordinance fixing the compensation of judges of election provedeJuly 20, 1978.
attending instruction meetings, amending Ord. No. 16448, app y
Laid over to October 18th 1979 for Second Reading.
Claim of Margaret Casey, 98 N. Cleveland Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on October 5,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Larry J. Walter, 834 N. Hazel, Apt. 104, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
October 9, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office:: -
Councilman Maddox returned to the meeting at this point.
Letter of Paul F. McCloskey, Assistant City Attorney, transmitting the request \
of the St. Paul Civil Service Commission to rescind a resolution (C.F. No. 273710)
recommending that candidates of Police Chief by selected from present employees
(Laid over from Oct. 9, 1979 for response from City Attorney relative to suggested
action.) The following resolution was submitted.
Resolution rescinding C.F. No. 273710, adopted September 18, 1979, which recommended
that the Civil Service Commission select candidates for the position of Police Chief
from present employees of the Police Department.
Councilwoman Hunt suggested an additional resolve paragraph which would request a
meeting with the Civil Service Commission to discuss this matter.
Council Maddox said he cannot support the resolution but he agrees on the need for
more communication. good especially with the amendment
Councilman Hozza said he thinks the resolution is g es P
and the Council should reinforce the duties given to the Committee. At the question
of Councilman McMahon, Councilman Hozza said he supports a joint meeting with the
Civil Service Commission and he also favors an appointment from within the Department.
Councilman Tedesco said he will in all probability vote for a person from within the
Department but he doesn't want to limit candidates.
Councilman Levine said he wants to continue with support of the original resolution
of the resolution after a meeting with
and Councilman Maddox suggested consideration
the Civil Service Commission.
t favor advertising and paying for expense of
Councilman Maddox said he does no
applicants from all over the United States.
Councilman Hozza said he thought the original resolution was a statement of position
and should not have been interpreted as binding.
Councilwoman Showalter said she agrees that a meeting should be held before consideration
of the resolution.
Councilman Maddox moved that the resolution be tabled until after a meetin g,
with the
Civil Service Commission.McMahon, President
Adopted. Yeas - 4 (Councilmen Levine, Maddox,
Showalter)
Nays - 3 (Councilwoman Hunt, Councilmen Hozza, Tedesco)
(Discussion continued to the following page.)
57824/
October 11th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page.)
Councilman Hozza moved that a meeting with the Civil Service Commission be
set up as soon as convenient for both bodies.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273869.
Resolution amending C.F. No. 273712 AND increasing the membership of the Housing
Task Force to sixteen member limit AND approving appointments of persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays 0
C.F. No. 273870.
Resolution approving the appointments`of--Lori Appleby and Eduardo Villalon to the \
Advisory Committee on Chican/Latino Affairs. (FufIll unexpired terms of Kathleen
Hale and Manuel Guerrereo, respectively.)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273871.
Resolution recommending that the Joint City Hall and Courthouse Committee evaluate
the automation of elevators in the Courthouse with a view towards implementation
of this recommendation.
At the question of Councilman Tedesco, Councilwoman Hunt said this proposal is recommend-
ed by the Finance Department and the Citizens Budget Advisory Committee.
Councilman Tedesco referred to the clientele of the Courthouse and said it could
lead to a dangerous situation especially for female employees.
Councilwoman Hunt pointed out that this is not a decision but a proposal to get
a further evaluation.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 1 (Tedesco)
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 11:55A.M.
Council President.
ATTEST;
City Clerk.
Copies sent to Councilmen
Minutes approved by Council.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
October 16th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:05 A.M.
Present Councilmen Hozza, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, President Showalter ... 6
Absent Councilman Tedesco...1
Five members of the British Parliament were at this time introduced to the City
Council and welcomed to the City of Saint Paul
C.F. No. 273872. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of the assessment for Boarding -Up for the period April 1, 1979
thru May 31, 1979 and Demolition for the period June 1, 1979 thru June 30, 1979.
No one appeared.
Councilman McMahon moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273873. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of the assessment for Summary Abatement for the period May 1, 1979
thru May 31, 1979.
No one appeared.
Councilman McMahon moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Hearing on the petition of Dart Transportation Company for the vacation of streets
and alleys in Kittson's Addition.
Councilman McMahon indicated that this matter will come before the Public Works
Committee on Friday of this week and he moved that the hearing be continued until
October 25th.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman McMahon moved that the rules be suspended to consider two resolutions
not on the agenda pertaining to the Police Chief Examining Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution rescinding C.F. No. 273513 which designated the Civil Service Commission
as the special examining committee to determine persons eligible for appointment
to the office of Police Chief.
Councilman Hozza said he has no objection to discussing the matter under suspension
of rules but he understands there are problems over and above those we are aware of
and he suggested the Council meet with the Civil Service Commission prior to adoption
of the resolutions. He said we should talk to them about general problems and
also the matter of the selection of Police Chief and then adopt the resolution -
and he also said the matter was originally discussed with the Mayor and he is probably
not aware of recent events.
Councilman Maddox said he concurs in part of Councilman Hozza's comments but he
plans to support the resolution of Councilman McMahon. He said he is amazed about
all the comments in the media on politics when the Civil Service Commission is a
politically appointed body.
Councilman Devine said he thinks we should move as quickly as possible and he doesn't
favor a delay in the process.
Councilwoman Hunt said she agrees there should be more discussion and we shouldn't
of rules until after a meeting with the Civil
pass the resolution under suspension
Service Commission and the Mayor.
Councilman McMahon said the Civil Service Commission made it clear that they won't
have anything further to do with the matter and he said he met with Mr. Broeker
and he indicated that his resolution is what they wanted to do in the first place.
Councilman Hozza said he sees no problem in waiting until after a meeting with the
Civil Service Commission and unless there is agreement to hold the resolution he
will ask referal of the resolution to the Personnel Committee.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
57826 ✓ \.October
16th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Councilman Maddox said he thinks the staff is taking leadership roles rather than
elected officials and the question is whether we should spend money to go nationwide
to get candidates. he
HozzaCouncilman
ed theindicated
n and la second resolution not withdraw the establishing dCouncilman
establi.sho ga special
examining committee be referred to the Finance, Management and Personnel committee
and it was so ordered.Prsident
Counussmion ofdCouncildrulesoand hee
esaid hCounce hasequestions lc concerning the committee
disc
system and public hearings.
indicated the matter could be put on an agenda or
Council President Showalter
discussion.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16590.
C.F. No. 273778,
An ordinance amending Chapter 32 of the Administrative Code and setting the
compensation to be paid certain elected officials effective the first Tuesday in
June, 1980 and the first Tuesday in June, 1981.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273823.
THIRD READING.
An administrative ordinance adopted pursuant to Chapter 260, Laws of Minnesota
16504) and
for 1975, amending Ordinance
No. the CitySs(Houas singdanded bRehabilitat ony Ordinance , Finance Program.
promulgating explainedsHous proposed amendments to the ordinance
Mr. Hart, Assistant City Attorney,the substitution of a
and Councilman Hozza moved that the ordinance be amended by
new draft. yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
The ordinance was laid over to October 23rd for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273841.
SECOND READING. eprovide for the
An ordinance amending the
spaces
handicapped.
establishment of parking onstreets as listed
Laid over to October 18th for Third_ Reading.
slative Code and p
C.F. No. 273842.
SECOND READING. rohibiting
i
An ordinance amending Section 18.07 "D" of the Leg'
the connection of rain leaders to the sewer system.
Laid over to October 18th for Third Reading
C.F. No. 273843.
SECOND READING• ro ert
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning p P
located at the southeast corner of Larpenteur and Galtier, aka Lots 28 and 29,
Block 4, Rice Street Villas.
Laid over to October 18th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273844. SECOND READING. Section 12.09 of the City Charter as it pertains to
An ordinance amending agreements. collective bargaining a g
At the recommendation of the clerk, Councilwoman Hunt moved that a date of hearing
and Final Adoption be set for Novembeer 8th. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas -
The ordinance was laid over to October 18th for Third Readin-
C.F.
n .C.F. No. 273874.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Section 454.04, Subdivision 2 of the Legislative Code pertaining
to operation of public swimming Pools.
Laid over to October 23rd for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273875.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating
SecondeReadiney House as a Heritage Preservation site.
Lair_
C.F. No. 273876.
FIRST READING.
Anlarovernto Octobert23rdSforJSecondsReadin Y as a Heritage Preservation site.
La
C,p. No. 273877.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating the Burbank -Livingston -Griggs House as a Heritage
Preservation Site.
Laid over to October 23rd for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273878. FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating the Rochat-Louise-Sauerwein Block as a Heritage Preservation
site.
Laid over to October 23rd for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273879. FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating Summit Terrace as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to October 23rd for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273880. FIRST READING.
An ordinance designating the Frank B. Kellogg House as a Heritage Preservation site.
Laid over to October 23rd for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273881.FIRST READING.
��
An ordinance designating Snow Emergency Routes" as provides for in Section
149.03 of the Legislative Code as amended.
Laid over to October 23rd for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273882. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Sections as listed of Chapter 230 entitled "Sewers and Drains"
of the St. Paul Legislative Code.
Laid over to October 23rd for Second Reading.
Claim of Jeanne M. Abbott by Attorney Peter Mansur, 200 S. Robert St., St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on October .10, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of John Clausen, 1230 Berkeley Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on October 11,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Pat Erickson, 1563 Westminster, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on October 12,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Richard A. Bunde, 1430 Taylor Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on October 10,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Myron R. Hoemke, 2189 Howard Ct., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on October 11,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Wayne Mosher versus the City. \
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Marjorie Borgan versus Yellow Cab Co.
and the City.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Letter of the Chairman of the Heritage Preservation Commission suggesting temporary
heating measures for the West Wing of the Gillette State Hospital AND transmitting
the Commission's resolution designating the West Wing as a Heritage Preservation
site.
Councilwoman Hunt said this matter is under consideration by the Mayor and she
moved that the letter be referred to the Mayor.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Letter of the Clerk -Treasurer of the City of Spring Lake Park regarding the
improvement of Monroe Street over the St. Paul Waterworks conduits.
Filed.
Administrative Orders D-5075, D-5076, D-5077, D-5078, D-5079, D-5080, D-5081, and
D-5082 as on file in the City Clerk's Office were noted.
Resolution approving t .-ms and conditions of a 1979 Agreement between the City of
St. Paul and the International Assn. of Fire Fighters, AFL-CIO, Local 21.
(Employment for the period January 1 through December 31, 1979;.First Reading)
Laid over to October 23rd for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title "Assistant
Director of School Cafeterias" in Grade 18, Section 3.K (Professional -Administrative
Supervisors Group) and inserting said title in Grade 20 with an asterisk before it.
(First Reading)
Laid over to October 23rd for Second Reading and Final Adoption.
57828. \
\\\ October 16th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273883.
Resolution granting Bingo Games Licenses to St. Casimir Altar and Rosary Society
and St. Andrews Catholic Church.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273884.
Resolution approving $1,000,000 - 6-5/8% U.S. Treasury Notes and $1,000,000 -
9-5/8% U.S. Treasury Notes as collateral to protect deposits of public funds of
Northwestern National Bank of St. Paul.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273885.
Resolution authorizing a lease agreement with the Minnesota Vikings Football Club
for use of Midway Stadium.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273886.
Resolution authorizing an agreement with Mike and Arlene Lastavica for the trial
operation of equipment at the Wood Recycling Center.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273887.
Resolution authorizing an agreement with the United States Dept. of Agriculture,
Forest Service, whereby the City will undertake a demonstration project for
tree planting as part of the ongoing program of combatting Dutch Elm disease
and reforestation.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273888.
Resolution authorizing a contract with IDS #625 providing for payment by the
District for various services rendered in 1979 by the City.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273889.
Resolution approving the appointment of Mark Gehan, Jr. as special counsel to
act in a certain discrimination case entitled Rita Nelson versus Edward Fischman.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273890.
Resolution rescinding C.F. No. 272818 being a resolution approving services of a
special investigator regarding On -Sale liquor license matters AND directing
the remaining sums from C.F. 272819 to the Contingent Reserve -General. (C.F. 272819
transferred $50,000 from Contingent Reserve to pay for special investigator's
services).
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273891.
Resolution granting Drive -In Restaurant License to M.E.G., Inc. at 551 Jefferson.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273892.
Resolution granting temporary On Sale Malt Beverage Licenses to Hayden Heights Booster
Club.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273893.
Resolution granting transfer of Beauty Shop License of Oliver Thein Beauty Schools,
Inc. at 5-7-11 E. Seventh St. to the Hamm Building, Suite 120.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273894.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273895.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273896.
Resolution approving payment from the Tort Liability Fund of $4,500.00 to
Karen King and A. Keith Hanzel in settlement of the King claim.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
\ October 16th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273897.
i,�g Assessment and Award of Damages in the condemning and. taking
Resolution Approv
an easement in the land necessary for slopes,, -cuts and fills occasioned by
rd St. to
the grading and paving of the date oflheariey n ng November 13ck 8, Watts ,k1979from RCPaO. 273006)
McKnight Rd. AND setting yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273898.
t for the installation of a public water main in
Resolution Approving Assessmencent
Oxford St. from Grand Ave. to 280 feet north of November the 1979er1 Pe0 f 27 Grand
AND setting date of public hearing Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
Councilwoman Showalter said she would be willing to invite the Civil Service
indicaed that
Commission to a aediscusas Soon
withsthescommisposible siond Councilon beforewoman the nexttFi ancetCommi tee
she will set up
Meeting.
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 11:00 A.M.
Council �Pre-id!nt��
ATTEST:
City C erk.
Copies sent to Councilmen
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Minutes approved by Council �� /8
57830./
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
October 17th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Levine, McMahon, Maddox, President Showalter ... 4
Absent - Councilmen Hozza, Hunt, Tedesco ... 3 (Councilwoman Hunt arrived at a point
during the meeting.)
Councilman Levine moved that Councilman Hozza be excused from today's meeting.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Application for a Gaming Session License and a One Day Bingo License by Cretin
High School Parent Organization, 495 S. Hamlin Avenue. (Paul Sands, President,
and Guy Glass, Manager, notified to attend.) The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273899.
Resolution granting Gaming Session License and One Day Bingo License to Cretin
High School Parent Organization at 495 So. Hamling Avenue.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Application for a Gaming Session License and a One Day Bingo License by the St.
Paul Winter Carnival Association, Inc. at the Prom Center, 1190 University.
(Jay A. Pfaender, President, and Eugene R. Strommen, Manager, notified to attend.)
The following resolution was submitted. \
C.F. No. 273900.
Resolution granting Gaming Session License and a One Day Bingo License to St. Paul
Winter Carnival Association, Inc.
Councilman McMahon moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Bingo Application - Christie De Parcq American Legion Post 406, 1060 University Ave.,
51 periods. (Arthur Murray, Commander, and Nickolas Klein, Manager, notified to attend.)
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273901.
Resolution granting Bingo Game License to Christie De Parcq Ametican Legion Post 406,
1060 University Avenue
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Request by Prentiss Hamilton that a7 -date of public hearing be set for':December 12, 1979,
to consider his application for a Dance Hall License at 908 Univeristy Ave. (No
one notified to attend.)
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the request to set a date of hearing for Dec. 12, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Application for a Hotel (Motel -148 Rooms) License at 175 W. Seventh Street by John M.
Prest, doing business as The Inn. (John M. Prest notified to attend.) The following
resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273902.
Resolution granting Hotel Licese, 148 Rooms, Restaurant and Cigarette Licenses to
John M. Prest at 175 W. Seventh Street doing business as The Inn.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
A letter of James P. Miley, attorney for Yellow Cab, Inc., was noted requesting that
a revocation hearing set for October 24th, 1979 be rescheduled for a later date.
Councilman Maddox moved that the hearing be rescheduled to November 21st, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
V
57831.
October 17th, 1979.
Councilwoman Hunt arrived at this point in the meeting.
Councilman McMahon moved thattheeas
meeting beNaysourned.
Adopted.
A D J O U R N E D AT 9:10 A.M.
?"ed�Council President.
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57832."
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
,October. -.18th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAFERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Council President Showalter at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hozza, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, President Showalter ... 6
Absent - Councilman Tedesco...1
Hearing to consider the District #5 Plan.
Dorothy Schlesserlman of the Planning Department said she has been working with
the District 5 Council and said the Planning Staff can find no area of disagreement
with the District 5 Plan. She said the District Council has been effective in
solving some of its problems and is continuing its work in matters such as finding
effective ways to deal with the districts land use problems. She called attention
to the Highway 212 housing project which has been started and some work also in
the commercial areas.
Sue Vanelli of the District 5 Council presented an amendment to the District 5 Plan
to be inserted after proposal 2.3.2.2 on page 19. The amendment is as follows;
Note: The design study entitled Railroad Island - A Hopeful Future, has been
completed and published by the Community Design Center. The report was submitted /
to the Railroad Island Review Board and the District 5 Planning Council in September
of 1979 and components of the plan are being considered for adoption as the land
use plan for the Railroad Island ITA.
Councilman Levine moved the City Attorney be requested to prepare a resolution
approving the District 5 Plan as amended.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273642. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16591.
An ordinance establishing a mandatory retirement age of 65 for city employees in the
uniformed division of the Fire Department.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273841. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending the Legislative Code so as to authorize and provide for the
establishment of parking spaces on streets as listed for the physically
handicapped.
Laid over to October 25th for Final Adoption._
C.F. No. 273842. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Section 18.07 "D" of the Legislative Code and prohibiting
the connection of rain leaders to the sewer system.
Laid over to October 25th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273843. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property located
at the southeast corner of Larpenteur and Galtier, aka Lots 28 and 29, Block 4,
Rice Street Villas.
Laid over to October 25th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273844. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Section 12.09 of the City Charter as it pertains to collective
bargaining agreements.
Laid over to November 8th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273867. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Section 76.02 of the Administrative Code by providing for the
filing of petitions in the period for filing affidavits of candidacy.
Laid over to October 23rd for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273868. SECOND READING.
An ordinance fixing the compensation of judges of election and the rate of
pay for attending instruction meetings, amending Ordinance No. 16448, approved
July 20, 1978.
Laid over to October 23rd for Third Reading.
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C.F. No. 273903. FIRST READING.
An ordinance repealing Chapters 168 through 193 and 200 through 203 of the Legislative
Code AND adding a new Chapter 168 AND adding a new Chapter 169 entitled "Fire
Prevention - Miscellaneous AND adopting the Minnesota Uniform Fire Code.
Laid over to October 25th for Second Readin .
Claim of Virginia Eberhart,by Attorney Charles Johnson, 7373 W. 147th St., Apple Valley,
Minnesota, filed on October 15, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Catherine A. Lavelle, 8686 Jamaca Ave., Stillwater, Minnesota, filed on
October 15, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Manfred J. Meier, 200 Mississippi River Blvd., Apt. 2A, St. Paul, Minnesota,
filed on October 12, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Henry Orme, 740 River Drive, Apt. A, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
October 15, 1979,- was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Murray and Eda Litton versus the City of St.
Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Letter of the Finance Department reporting the petition of Richard Sell and
Mitchell Sampson for the rezoning of parts of Lots 2 and 3, Block 3, Birmingham'
Park is sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by placing an asterisk before the
title Information Specialist in Grade 5, Section 3.J, Professional -Administrative
Non -Supervisors Group AND amending Section 32 of the rules by striking the
specifications for the title AND inserting the title Public Information
Specialist I in Grade 3, Section 3.J Professional -Administrative Non -Supervisors
Group AND inserting the title Public Information Specialist II in Grade 7 AND
inserting the specifications for the title Public Information Specialist I and
II in Section 32. (First Reading; Finance, Management and Personnel Committee
recommends approval).
Laid over to October 25th for Second Readin and Ado tion.
Resolution amending Section 32 of the Civil Service Rules by striking the specifications
for title Dentist -Clinic and substituting new specifications in lieu s pproval
(First Reading; Finance, Management and Personnel Committee recommends approval).
)•
Laid over to October 25th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Accountant V from
Grade 22, Section 3.K Professional -Administrative Supervisors Group and inserting
the title in Grade 23. (First Reading; Finance, Management and Personnel Committee
recommends approval).
Laid over to October 25th for Second Reading and Ado tion.
Resolution amending Section 5.D
oft the
Civil
aService
lloted tRules.me to e(Residencsh requirements
as they extend to newly app employees
First Reading.)
Councilwoman Hunt explained that this is the original residency requirement as they
pertain to public service employees in the old residence requirement which established
the counties wherein residence was permissible. (This explanation at the question of
Councilman Maddox)
Laid over to October 25th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution approving an amendment to Collective Bargaining Agreement between
the City and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local #110.
(Establish retroactivity; First Reading.)
Laid over to October 25th for Second Readin and option.
C.F. No. 273904.
Resolution amending the Community Development Block Grant Year V Program and transferring
$1,300 from Citizen Participation Coordinator Salary to Citizen Participation Expenses
for District 11 (Hamlin-Midway).Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
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C.F. No. 273905.
Resolution amending the 4979 Budget and transferring $59,928 from Contingent
Reserve -Specified to Department of Community Services -Recreation Pr grami g
($40,000) and Zoo and Conservatory Heating ($19.928). ( approval
by the Finance, Management and Personnel Committee).
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273906.
Resolution amending the Capital Improvement Budget by transferring $43,000
from Cherokee Park Comfort Station to Case & Duluth Sitework. (Recommended for
approval by the Finance, Management and Personnel Committee).
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273907.
Resolution approving reappointment of JoAnn Cardenas de Enos, Ms. Carol Connolly
and Ms. Ora Lee Patterson to the Human Rights Commission for three-year terms.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273908.
Resolution granting Building Contractor Licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273909.
Resolution granting Building Contractor Licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273910.
Resolution granting transfer of On Sale Liquor License AND Restaurant and Tavern
License to Criterion Restaurant, Inc. (dba Royal Garden Restaurant) from 739
University to 857 Grand Ave.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.E. No. 273911.$376.95 approving payment of $400 to Mervin Anderson, $376.95 to Ray Neudauer,
$66.00 to Mrs. Guama Abrams and $322.91 to Farmers Insurance Group and Cynthia
Taylor from the Tort Liability Fund in settlement of their respective claims.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273912.
Resolution authorizing payment of $1,200 to Otis Cager and Gilbert Schalgel from the
Tort Liability Fund in settlement of the Cager claim.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Appearance of Joseph Mateyka concerning prepayment of trash pick up on either
October 18th or October 20th, 1979.
opayment of
Mr. Mateyka of 1054 E. Sixth Street, said he got a bill for advance payor
trash collection and he understands the City of St. Paul cannot have advance
payments on anything. He said he is a senior citizen and he does not think the
city can take those monies in advance.
City Attorney Ed Starr said Assistant City Attorney Jerry Segal had given an
opinion to the Public Works Department and it was on the basis of that opinion
the advance billing was made. He said that other than that he cannot comment
on the matter.
Mr. Mateyka asked if he could come before the City Council again on this matter
and he said he talked to the State of Minnesota and they do not collect monies for
anything in advance.
The matter was ordered referred to the Public Works Committee.
It was noted that the Edward Newman family of San Diego was present in the Council
Chambers.
Appearance of Mike Fritz, 1348 Arona Avenue, critized the Council expenditure of
$25,000 for the Downtown People Mover and requested that before any more monies are
spent there should be an evening meeting to find out how the people who are going
to ride the People Mover feel about it. He said the project is an antiquated project
and said the city is planning to spend $5,000,000 of CIB funds which were designed
to be spent for street improvements.
Councilman Hozza said there are many unanswered questions about the People Mover such
as the EIS but he does not take the Council action7trying to ramrod the proposal
through. He noted the state bill has a local consent provision and he does not view
last week's action as a major step.
Councilman Hozza noted that there are still over $100,000 in the fund.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Councilman Hozza questioned Mr. Woody Thompson's name appearing on the letterhead
of State Representative Mike Fritz.
Councilman Maddox was critical of what he called representative Fritz's negative
attitude.
Mr. Fritz was critical of UMPTA policy and said that in Europe the mass transit
system is designed to function on a more personal basis and he noted that in hearing
testimony in the State Legislature it was noted it would take 200 years to make up
the energy needed to use the Downtown People Mover.
Councilman Hozza said he understands the Hamburg, Germany system referred to by
Mr. Fritz is one of the eligible systems together with a system proposed by the
Japan Airline and a system under study in Dallas.
State Representative Gene Waldorf said he was critical of Mr. Fritz's attempts
to skuttle the $25,000 funding and said some of the language in the newspaper
article such as tinker toy and likening the People Mover to the Downtown Stadium
adds nothing to the merits of the proposal. He said there is a transit problem
and having a negative attitude does nothing to solve the problem. He also mentioned
reservations on the kind of program UMPTA is promoting and said his preference
would be the type Mr. Fritz mentioned as operative in Hamburg, Germany.
Councilman Levine said there is a critical need in public transportation today.
He said the bus transportation problems this winter will be worse then before because
of the large numbers of people who want to use it.
Councilman Levine said if we do not get changes here the whole system is going to
break down. He said we can no longer depend on petroleum dependent means.
Councilman Levine said the news around the corner is not very promising and he
thinks there is a chance in this area to do something about it.
Councilwoman Hunt said she was particularly glad to hear comments about alternative
means of transportation because she mentioned that subject when the matter of funding
first came up. She said she is not sure that the UMPTA Program is flexible enough,
and she thinks the UMPTA and Federal Government want certain kinds of programs and
draw up the specifications to suit those ends.
Representative Waldorf said one of the very positive aspects of the proposal is that
private monies are included and he thinks this is the only instance of private
participationship in the country. He said Mr. Fritz's likening the People Mover
to the Stadium issue has a significant difference in that in one case private monies
are being used for public purposes and in the other instance public monies are
being used for private purposes.
Woodrow Thompson of 642 Sherburne said he feels there is no longer a need to study
the People Mover Project and he said he thinks the money could be better used in
the Summit University Area as an example.
Mr. Thompson said the Selby Avenue site is blank and is a brother -sister to downtown
but no one does anything about it. He said he has no quarrel with downtown but
questioned why there should be a preference given of one to another. He said the
HRA has been used to move people out and now there is a People Mover Proposal to
move people around.
Councilman Hozza and Maddox both questioned the use of the Council as a public
forum for political motives inasmuch as Mr. Thompson is a former candidate for
City Council.
Councilman Levine and Councilman Maddox left the meeting at this point.
Mr. Lynn Elling identified himself as a Minneapolis businessman and showed a
movie presentation by the United Nations..Association of Minnesota on behalf of
World Citizenship.
Mr. Elling suggested several things the City Council might do to encourage the
movement. He said it could consider buying copies of the movie which cost $125
and make the movie available to schools and service clubs. He also suggested
the idea of taking a visable course of action such as extensive use of bumper stickers.
He outlined the agenda for next week for the U.N. celebrations in St. Paul and
Minneapolis. He noted the actions taken by the State of Minnesota under the
governorship of Wendell Anderson in support of the United Nations7.
Councilwoman Hunt suggested the Council discuss with Citizen Participation Coordinator
Karen Christofferson whether buying of the film might not be an appropriate
expenditure for the community districts.
Councilman McMahon moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 11:40A.M.
Council President.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
\October 23rd, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hozza, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President
Showalter...7
Absent - No one.
Hearing was held on the petition of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority for
the vacation of Woodbridge Street between Wayzata and Milford and the alley in
Block 11, Lewis Second Addition.
A report of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending that the matter be laid
over indefinitely until the Fire Department has been assured through the park
design process, that access for emergency vehicles will be satisfactory.
No one appeared.
Councilman Levine moved that the matter be laid over indefinitely.
Adopted.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Hearing was held on the petition of Ed Warn, et al, for the vacation of portions
of the alley in Wallraff's Como Place Addition and Block 1, Como Addition.
A letter of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending approval of the petition
subject to certain terms and conditions.
No one appeared in opposition.
etition subject to the terms and conditions
Councilman Levine moved approval of the p
recommended by the Valuation Engineer.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273914. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of constructing a sanitary sewer and sewer service connections in
Springside Drive from Allston St. to Pt. Douglas Rd. in Lenox Ave. from Winthrop
St. to relocated Wildview Ave., in portions of relocated Wildview Ave., in Allston
St. from an easement to Sprinside Drive and in Winthrop St. from enox Ave. to
relocated Wildview Ave. (Laid over from October 9, 1979;
(See discussion and adoption below)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273915. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of constructing a water main and water service connections on portions
of Allston St., Wildview Ave., Lenox Ave. and Winthrop St. (Laid over from October
9, 1979; P.O. 266966)
(See discussion and adoption below)as - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273916. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of grading and surfacing, constructing curb gutter and constructing
drainage facilities in Allston St. from Springside Drive to relocated Wildview
Ave. and relocated Wildview Ave. and Lenox Ave. from Allston St. to Lenox Ave.
(Laid over from October 9, 1979; P.O. 266938)
Mr. Donovan, Valuation Engineer, explained that an informational meeting was held
with property owners and they are recommending one major change in the assessments.
He said as a result of the critical area slopes policy that in excess
f18%art of the wer
is not to be considered a buildable site He recommends that p
assessments on Springside Drive be deleted with the understanding that if the property
is ever improved the assessments would be collected. He said other assessments
for these projects are large but he believes they are fair and the property is
benefitted by the amount of the assessments.
Frank Kacmarcik, 2065 Wildview, said he has an 85 foot frontage but is assessed for
over 200 feet and most of his property is bluff property and he questions whether
the formula should apply when there is an unusual terrain.
Mr. Donovan said he agrees that the terrain is unusual but feels the assessment
is the only fair way to treat this property.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
(Discussion continued from the previous page)
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Donovan said the terrain is extreme
but there are other parcels with unusual terrain.
Larry Pieper, 856 Lenox, asked for a clarification of the 8% interest rate policy
and Mr. Starr, City Attorney, said since the last meeting he has learned that an
ordinance was passed making it mandatory to collect an"8% interest rate. He said
if the Council changes the interest rate for this project it should also include
three other projects which have been levied since the ordinance has become effective.
Councilwoman Hunt said we should consider the impact on other actions and should
explore a way to make the policy applicable only in this instance because of the
length of time involved and she moved approval of such a proposal.
Councilman Tedesco expressed concern about only exploring the possibility of
this policy and suggested that it be done for this project and if it cannot be done
singularly it should be done for all three projects.
Councilwoman Hunt said she would include that proposal in her motion.
Roll call on the motion.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter asked if anyone else wanted to be heard and no one else
appeared.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the three resolutions payable in 20 equal
installments.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of the acquisition of easements for Kellogg Boulevard (E. Third St.)
Bridge replacement over Burlington Northern, Inc., I-94 and Commercial St.
between John St. and Mounds Blvd., under P.O. 272489.
Mr. Donovan, Valuation Engineer, said this matter has some connection with the
vacation of streets and alleys in the same area and he recommended that the matter
be continued for two weeks.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be laid over for two weeks to November 6th,
1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Hearing was held on the petition of Carlton Ness to rezone property located at the
NE corner of Front and Chatsworth, aka Lots 10 and 11, Sahlgaard's Subdivision
of Lot 55, Como Villas Addition. \
Residents at 987 Front and 980 Argyle spoke in opposition to the rezoning.
Mr. Jung of the Planning Staff said the Current Planning and Zoning Committee and
the Planning Commission recommended denial of the petition.
No one else appeared.
Councilman Tedesco moved that the petition be denied.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273823. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16592.
An administrative ordinance adopted pursuant to Chapter 260, Laws of Minnesota
for 1975, amending Ordinance No. 15975 (as amended by Ordinance No. 16504)
and promulgating regulations for the City's Housing and Rehabilitation Finance
Program.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273867. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Section 76.02 of the Administrative Code by providing for the
filing of petitions in the period for filing Affidavits of Candidacy.
Laid over to October 30th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273868. THIRD READING.
An ordinance fixing the compensation of judges of election and the rate of pay for
attending instruction meetings, amending Ordinance No. 164482 approved July 20,
1978.
Laid over to October 30th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273874. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Section 454.042 Subdivision 2 of the Legislative Code pertaining
to operation of swimming pools.
Laid over to October 25th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273875. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating St. Joseph's Academy as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to October 25th for Third Reading.
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C.F. No. 273877. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating the Burbank -Livingston Griggs House as a Heritage
Preservation Site.
Laid over to October 25th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273878. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating the Rochat-Louise-Sauerwein Block as a Heritage Preservation
Site.
Laid over to October 25th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273879. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating Summit Terrace as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to October 25th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273880. SECOND READING.
An ordinance designating the Frank B. Kellogg House as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to October 25th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273881.SECOND READING.
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An ordinance designating Snow Emergency Routes" as provides for in Section
149.03 of the Legislative Code as amended.
Laid over to October 25th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273882. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Sections as listed of Chapter 230 entitled "Sewers and
Drains" of the St. Paul Legislative Code.
Laid over to October 25th for Third Reading.
Councilman McMahon moved that the rules be suspended.to consider a resolution not
on the agenda and there was no opposition.
C.F. No. 273917.
Resolution designating Councilman David Hozza as the Official Representative of the
City Council on the Downtown People Mover Steering Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Claim of Lois E. Kamrath by Attorney Thomas G. Armstrong, 8291 15th St., Lake
Elmo, Minnesota, filed on October 18, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mrs. Linda Lawrence, 355 Burgess St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
October 16, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Doris Mueller, 514 Humboldt Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
October 16, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of June A. Newman, 2192 Lexington No., Apt. 12, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
October 17, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Barbara Lilly versus the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Mark Joseph Minnelli versus the City of
St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Letter from the State Department of Revenue transmitting the application of
William H. Kling, President of Minnesota Public Radio, Inc. for reduction in the
assessed valuation of property described in Application #283803.
Filed.
Notice from the District Court in the matter of the State of Minnesota versus
firms as listed for condemnation of certain lands for trunk highway purposes.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Petition to rezone property located at 983 and 987 Front Avenue, aka Lots 11-14,
Block 15 Como Park Second Addition.
Referred to the Finance Department for check as to sufficiency.
Administrative Orders D-5083 and D-5084 as on file in the City Clerk's Office
were noted.
C.F. No. 273918.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of a 1979 Agreement between the City of
St. Paul and the International Assn. of Fire Fighters, AFL-CIO, Local 21,
(Employment for the period January 1 thru December 31, 1979; Second Reading and
Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273919.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title "Assistant
Director of School Cafeterias" in Grade 18, Section 3.K (Professional -Administrative
Supervisors Group) AND inserting said title in Grade 20 with an asterisk before it.
(Second Reading and Adoption)
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Resolution allowing the City Negotiator to negotiate retroactivity in collective
bargaining situations in which a settlement is reached later than the expiration
of the current agreement. (First Reading)
Mr. Gillespie of the Police Union appeared and expressed concern about the
resolution.
Councilwoman Hunt asked that the resolution be referred to the Finance, Management
and Personnel Committee and it was so ordered.
C.F. No. 273920.
Resolution approving issuance of $7,000,000 Port Authority Revenue Bonds to
finance acquisition of Radisson Parking Ramp located on Block A by Oxford Properties,
Inc.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273921.
Resolution authorizing a breeding loan agreement with the Kansas City Zoological
Gardens.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273922.
Resolution authorizing an agreement with the State Commission of Transportation \
whereby that agency will act as the City's agent in securing federal funds
for Great River Road project known as Crosby Farm Addition, Crosby Farm Regional
Park.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273923.
Resolution granting On Sale Wine License, On Sale Malt Beverage License and other
licenses to Elvira Navarro, dba LaCasite Restaurant at 890 E. Seventh St.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273924.
Resolution granting the petition of Summit Court, Inc. for the vacation of part of
the alley in Block 13, Woodland Park Addition.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273925.
Resolution approving release of easements for that part of So. Wheeler St. vacated
by C.F. No. 273523.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273926.
Resolution extending appreciation and best wishes to the Hamm Clinic for its 25
years of service to the community.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 273927.
Resolution authorizing a Lease Agreement with Space Center Minnesota, Inc. for
warehouse space for storage of voting machines.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273928.
Resolution granting Minnesota Public Radio use of poles and cable routes for their
cable without obtaining a franchise permit. (Recommended for approval by the
Energy, Utilities and Environment Committee)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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C.F. No. 273929.
Resolution authorizing appointment of 15 persons to serve 4 year terms on
Citizens Budget Advisory Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays- 0
C.F. No. 273913.
Resolution honoring Herb Brooks and declaring October 23rd, 1979 as Herb Brooks
Day.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Mr. Starr, City Attorney, referred to a complaint made at a recent Council Meeting
by Ms. Thomforde concerning property rights and he explained court actions involving
this matter and said at this time the city is not part of the case.
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 10:45 A.M.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
October 24th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, President Showalter...5
Absent - Councilmen Hozza, Tedesco --.2
it was noted that Councilman.Hozza had requested to be excused and Councilman
Tedesco is excused for a dental appointment.
Application for a Gaming Session License and a One Day Bingo Session License
by the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church at
1550 Summit Avenue. (Father
Joseph Gannon, Manager).
Pastor and Michael Martin,
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273930.
Resolution granting Gaming Session License and One Day Bingo License to Immaculate
Heart of Mary Catholic Churchat
1550
5 5Oth�it Ave.
Councilman McMahon moved approvallution
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Bingo Application - 4th District VFW, Department of Minnesota, 1060 University
Avenue, 52 periods. (Lyle Wenholz, Commander and Angus Smetana, Manager notified
to attend).
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273931.
Resolution granting Bingo Game Licenses to 4th District VFW at 1060 University
Avenue. royal of the resolution.
Councilwoman Hunt moved appYeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Malt Beverage (3.2 Beer) License issued
olito,
at the same address. (Michael
to Luke and Mary Vidovic at 2109 Hudson Road to Michael G. and Mariell M. pp
doing business as Eppolito's Sun -Ray Pizza and Deli,
G. and Mariell M. Eppolito notified to attend)
The following resolution was submitted.
C.E. No. 273932. olito
fromlLukenandaMarygVidoviceat 210Huds naRoadetoaMichaeleGSeanddMarellrM tEPPcense
at the same address.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the resolution.- 0
Adopted. Yeas - 5
Nays Application for the transfer of the On Sale Malt Beverage (3.2 Beer) License
ad Ran-San1Leetdoingrbusiness asrCleveland
Intenational Coporation at 767 S. Willow Gate Restaurant,atAvenue Sun
the sane address,
and
The(Liafollowing resolution ewas
tsub submiified to tted.
C.F. No. 273933.
Resolution granting transfer of Restaurant and On Sale Malt Beverage License from
Signet International Corporation at 767 S. Cleveland to Lian-Sun and Han -San Lee
at the same address doing businessas t e Willow nate.
Councilman Maddox moved approvalYeas - 5 gays - 0
Adopted.
Request by MGM Liquor Warehouse, Inc. (Terrance J. Maglich, President) to set a
date (December 12, 1979) for a public hearing on their application to transfer their
enue to 1esouthwest corner
102-1104W. LarpenteurAve.)f
Off Sale Liquor License from 1110 W. Larpeenteur Ay
W. Larpenteur and Lexington Avenues (App
(No one notified to attend).
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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October 24th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Councilman Levine moved that a hearing date be set for December 12th, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License issued to Summit
Court, Incorporated (ThonDnd R. O'Brien, President) at 75-79 N. Western Ave.
to Thomond R. O'Brien doing business as The Commadore, at the same address.
(Thomond R. O'Brien notified to attend)
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273934.
Resolution granting transfer of On Sale Liquor License, Sunday On Sale Liquor License
and Restaurant License from Summit Court, Inc. at 75-79 No. Western to Thomond R.
O'Brien at 79 No. Western Avenue.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman McMahon referred to complaints his office has received concerning the
Ray Anderson operation and Mr. Carchedi said the license is up for renewal in
January of 1980 and at that time the matter will be brought before the City Council.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Carchedi said there are no grounds for
suspension or revocation at this time.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Garvey, Assistant City Attorney, recalled
the grounds for denial of the Building Contractor License and referred to the
difficulty in establishing facts for revocation of licenses.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 9:15A.M.
Council President.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL 57843V
10:00 A.M.
October 25th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 4
Absent - Councilmen Hozza, Hunt, Levine...3 (Councilmen Hozza, Hunt and Levine
arrived at points during the meeting).
Approval of City Council Minutes for the meetings of September 25th, September 27th,
October 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 9th, 1979.
Councilman Maddox moved that the minutes be approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt and Councilman Levine arrived at this point in the meeting.
Hearing on the petition of Dart Transportation Company for the vacation of portions
of John Street, Lafayette Road, Willius Street, Neill Street and Kittson Street
and also portions of the public alley lying in Blocks 62, 635 64, 65, 66, 67, and
81, Kittson's Addition.
A letter of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending denial of the petition.
James Wills, Attorney for Dart Transportation, appeared and requested that the
petition be amended to eliminate the portion of Kittson Street requested to be
vacated.
He referred to the proposed acquisition of 17 feet of Dart Transportation property
fronting on Kellogg Boulevard and referred to a difference in opinion as to the
value of the 17 foot frontage and he said during discussions they agreed to exchange
the 17 feet of frontage for the vacated streets. He requested approval of the
vacation as amended in exchange for the 17 foot frontage to be acquired.
Bart Baker, a realtor, said the elimination of Kittson takes care of the bypass
objection and Mr. VanHoff of Operation 85 is satisfied with the proposal if Kittson
Street is eliminated from the petition. He said it should be noted that the streets
involved are not accessible from the south.
Mr. Donovan said the bypass problem is a major concern and there is also the question
of a possible connection to the Kellogg Bridge.
Councilman Hozza arrived at this point in the meeting.
There was some discussion on what action the Council should take and Mr. Wills
requested that the matter be laid over rather than denied.
At the question of Councilman McMahon, Mr. Donovan said that a resolution ratifying
condemnation and awards of damages will be considered within the next two weeks
concerning the seventeen foot strip and he will recommend ratification of the award
of damages.
Councilman Levine moved that the matter be continued indefinitely.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273841. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16593.
An ordinance amending the Legislative Code so as to authorize and provide for the
establishment of parking spaces on streets as listed for the physically handicapped.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273842. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16594.
An ordinance amending Section 18.07 "D" of the Legislative Code and prohibiting the
connection of rain leaders to the sewer system.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273843. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16595.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property
located at the southeast corner of Larpenteur and Galtier, aka Lots 28 and 29, Block
4, Rice Street Villas.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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57844.
October 25th, 1979.
C.E. No. 273874. THIRD READING. ,
An ordinance amending Section 454.04, Subdivision 2 of the Legislative Code
pertaining to operation of swimming pools.
Laid over to November 1st for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273875. THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating the Alexander Ramsey House as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to November 1st for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273876. THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating St. Joseph's Academy as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to November 1st for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273877. THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating the Burbank-Livingston-Griggs House as a Heritage
Preservation Site.
Laid over to November 1st for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273878. THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating the Rochat-Louise Sauerwein Block as a Heritage Preservation
Site.
Laid over to November 1st for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273879. THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating Summit Terrace as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to November 1st for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273880. THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating the Frank B. Kellogg House as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to November 1st for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273881. THIRD READING.
An ordinance designating "Snow Emergency Routes" as provides for in Section 149.03
of the Legislative Code as amended.
Laid over to November 1st for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273882. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Sections as listed of Chapter 230 entitled "Sewers and
Drains" of the St. Paul Legislative Code.
Laid over to November 1st for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273903. SECOND READING.
An ordinance repealing Chapters 168 through 193 and 200 through 203 of the
Legislative Code AND adding a new Chapter 168 AND adding a new Chapter 169
entitled "Fire Prevention - Miscellaneous AND adopting the Minnesota Uniform Fire
Code.
Laid over to October 30th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273935. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 336 of the Legislative Code by restricting the
distribution of free cigarettes.
Councilman Hozza reviewed the reasons for the ordinance and urged that it be considered
by the City Council and not referred to committee.
The ordinance was laid over to November 1st for Second Reading.
Claim of William E. Salesses, 1525 Summit Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
October 17, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Report of the Administration on the Mattocks School Site acquisition options
and costs.
Councilwoman Showalter said a resolution has been drafted pertaining to this matter
and after some discussion Councilman Levine moved that the rules be suspended to
consider the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza left the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273936.
Resolution authorizing the proper city officials to notify Independent School
District No. 625 that the city desires to acquire the Mattocks School Site and
develop it as a neighborhood park and a passive recreation area, authorizing the
Division of Parks and Recreation, after receiving title for the property, to board
up and secure the building until it can be demolished and authorizing the Division
of Parks and Recreation to submit budget requests in the 1980 Unified Capital
(Resolution continued to the following page)
57845)
October 25th, 1979.
(Resolution continued,from the previous page)
Improvement Program and Budget Process to demolish and prepare the site and
authorizing the design process for development of the site.
Ms. Gail Sommers, District Coordinator, appeared and expressed appreciation for
this proposal.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Administrative Orders D-5085, D-5086, D-5087, D-5088, D-5089, D-5090 as on file
in the City Clerk's Office were noted.
C.F. No. 273937.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by placing an asterisk before the
title Information Specialist in Grade 5, Section 3.J, Professional -Administrative
Non -Supervisors Group AND amending Section 32 of the rules by striking the
specifications for the title AND inserting the title Public Information
Specialist I in Grade 3, Section 3.J Professional -Administrative Non -Supervisors
Group AND inserting the title Public Information Specialist II in Grade 7 AND
inserting the specifications for the title Public Information Specialist I and II
in Section 32. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273938.
Resolution amending Section 32 of the Civil Service Rules by striking the
specifications for title Dentist -Clinic and substituting new specifications in
lieu thereof. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273939.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Accountant V
from Grade 22, Section 3.K Professional -Administrative Supervisors Group
and inserting the title in Grade 23. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273940.
Resolution amending Section 5.D of the Civil Service Rules. (Residency requirements
as they extend to newly appointed employees allotted time to establish
residency; Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273941.
Resolution approving an amendment to Collective Bargaining Agreement between the
City and International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 4110. (Establish
retroactivity; Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273942.
Resolution authorizing payment of $127.50 to Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner and
Smith for a lost Capital Improvement Bond.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273943.
Resolution authorizing payment of $22.53 to David Jackson, $492.79 to Marvin
Klotzke and $64.84 to Joan Thompson from the Tort Liability Fund in settlement
of their respective claims.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273944.
Resolution authorizing execution of a lease agreement between the City of
St. Paul and the Port Authority for space in the City Hall Annex.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273945.
Resolution granting Bingo Game Licenses to St. Matthew's Men's Club.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273946.
Resolution granting renewal of Sunday On Sale Liquor Licenses to persons as
listed AND granting a new Sunday On Sale Liquor License to Will, Inc. at
956 Payne Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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C.F.
No. 273947.
14
Resolution
granting
various licenses to
persons
as listed.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6
Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 273948.
Resolution
granting
various licenses to
persons
as listed.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6
Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 273949.
Resolution
granting
Drive -In Restaurant
License
to Char -Kay, Inc. dba Burger
Chef at 2045 Marshall Avenue.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6
Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 273950.
Resolution
granting
Temporary On Sale Malt Beverage Licenses to organizations
as listed.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6
Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 273951.
Resolution
granting
various licenses to
persons
as listed.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6
Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 273952.
Resolution
granting
various licenses to
persons
as listed.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6
Nays - 0
Mr. Wilfrid Weber, 461 Beaumont, appeared and referred to tree stumps in front of
his home and throughout the city and urged that something be done about them.
Councilwoman Hunt said eventually all the tree stumps will be removed as money is
available and a schedule of the process can be obtained from Judy Barr who is a
staff person working on tree related problems.
Mr. Weber also expressed concern that bus routes through the lower Payne Avenue
area will be discontinued when the Seventh Street Bridge is opened and he urged
that one busline be continued to serve the new apartment development.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be recessed until 7:30 P.M.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
7:30 P.M.
The meeting was reconvened by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 7:35 P.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco ... 5
Absent - Councilmen Hozza, Showalter ... 2 (Councilman Hozza arrived at a point during the
meeting.)
Hearing was held on the petition of Curtis E. Burckhardt to rezone property located on
the south side of Lower Afton Road between McKnight and Winthrop. (Laid over from
October 2nd, 1979).
Council President Tedesco said this matter has been down the road several times and
he indicated the developer would speak first and be followed by the area residents.
Mr. Curtis Burckhardt said he has meet twice with the area residents and the District
Council and they propose that he would reduce the density to twenty seven units. He
said that since he is not in the single family business he proposed thirty units with
fifteen double attached. Mr. Burckhardt said he is proposing to build condominiums
which he plans to sell and does not plan to rent them. He said he really feels the
differences are minor and one of the areas of concern is the property next to him and
he has no control over that and Mr. Ryans' only concern seems to be that this be final
as far as multiple dwellings are concerned.
Councilman Levine said he took a careful look at the. site and one thing he notices is
the difficulty in selling duplexes and townhouses in the area and he asked Mr. Burckhardt
why he feels he will have no trouble selling his proposed units. Councilman Levine
said that thr ughout the area properties are not selling.
Mr. Burckhar��/those units were purchased by the investor and they asked him i.e., Mr.
Burckhardt, to help market them and said those are used homes and are about ten years old.
(Discussion continued to the following page_)
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57847
October 25th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page.)
Councilman Levine said the Council could be setting a pattern for what could happen
to the adjacent properties and some people could say let us wait and see what the
Council is going to do on this.
Mr. Burckhardt responded to questions from Councilman Levine and said the person with
property adjacent has a big orchard and he is not planning to develop that property
as far as he knows. Mr. Burckhardt said the orchard goes -down the hill two thirds of
the way and the party in question offered to sell the property to him because of the
assessment factor. Mt. Burckhardt said he turned down the offer because the price was
not acceptable. He said under the planned development he signed the contract and he
does not feel it would be to his best interest to have single family. residences built.
Councilman Maddox said that looking at it as a developer if the success of that program
meant single family homes that is what he would do.
Mr. Burckhardt said he would not build single family residences.
Councilman Maddox noted that in the past rezonings have been granted and properties have
been used for purposes other then those cited in the rezoning petition. He asked if
Mr. Burckhardt would be willing to voluntarily put a deed restriction on the use of
the property.
Mr. Rollie Crawford, attorney for Mr. Burckhardt, said that if this proposal is with-
drawn the future of the property has to be restudied. Mr. Crawford said the question
of the voluntary deed restriction would take a lot of study and he feels that this proposal
is the best the applicant could come in with.
Mr. Bob Johnson of District:Council #1 read the District Council's adopted motion to
support the first step with density set at thirty units consisting of fifteen duplexes,
minimum of one thousand fifty six feet, two per unit. (The complete District Council letter
is part of the file.) Mr. Johnson noted the motion was adopted seven to four with
three members absent and that he was one of the three cited and said he lives by the
area in question and said he would have supported the motion had he been present at the
meeting. Mr. Johnson responded to questions from Councilman Levine and noted the four
votes against the motion included one person who lived immediately nearby and the other
seven who voted for the motion live outside the immediate area.
Bill Ryan of 529 Burlington Road said he has been asked to speak on behalf of the
neighbors in opposition to the proposal (his notes are part of the file) he said the
argument centers on density and now is the time for responsible decisions in this matter.
Mr. Ryan -,said they have been abused in the past and the area is looking for stability
and the way to get stability is to have single family homes. Mr. Ryan said there seems
to be a direct relationship between density and profit and said he does not blame the
developer but he does find fault with officials and the bureaucracy. Mr. Ryan said
this planned development has been treated as a new toy and he feels the burden is on
the developer who he said has been evasive. Mr. Ryan said the developer seems to feel
that he should be given a preliminary approval and the facts will be dealt with later.
He said representatives of the area met on October 13th, 1979 with Mr. Burckhardt and
there was not a satisfactory resolution of the problem and the single family proposal
is a compromise to the density problem.
Council President Tedesco concluded the public testimony as part of the hearing at this
point.
Councilman Levine said he looked at the area in question on two different occasions an
both times he and Councilman McMahon came to the same conclusion which was that once you
have rezoned the property it is done and no matter what kind of commitint.is received
if it does not sell in the future it will be rental. He said he knows it/rent because
of the interest in living in St. Paul and this area does not need rental properties;it
needs stability. He said he feels the suggestion made by the neighbors is a viable
suggestion and he suggested single family residences and perhaps getting the Marshall
family and the Burckhardt family together and put a road between their properties as
a buffer. Councilman Levine said he would support a motion to deny the petition that
is before the Council. He said he thinks it would be in the best interest of the
community and that he is hopeful that Mr. Burckhardt would work on a proposal along the
lines suggested by him.;i.e., Councilman Levine.
Councilman McMahon moved the Council deny the Burckhardt proposal and said it is very
important to the city that there be good quality single family houses. He noted that
some of St. Paul's leading citizens are living in the suburbs because quality single
family housing is not available in the city.
Councilman Hozza arrived at this point in the meeting.
Councilperson Hunt said she had hoped that a compromise could have been worked out.
She said she has some problem if this is denied because she thinks this is a proposal
that could be lived with. She said she thinks that possible future pressures might
create a situation that would mean greater density then this proposal. Councilperson
Hunt said she thinks we have a lot of duplexes in many parts of the city and she is
disappointed the compromise could not be worked out.
(Discussion continued to the following page.)
57848.
October 25th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page.)
Councilman Hozza said he thinks an opportunity is being passed up here and that
he understands that the neighborhood and the developer were two units away from
agreeing. He said he is afraid if this proposal is turned down that in five or
ten years a proposal for greater density will come in.. Councilman Hozza said
you have a situation that is comparable to a strike wherein everybody loses. He
said that today it is the developer;tomorrow it might be the neighbors. Council-
man Hozza noted the arguments about density and he said the density in this situation
is really low density and he said this is an opportunity to get a compromise. He
noted there were only six members of the Council present and said he feels the Council
is negotiating in bad faith and he can't accept the motion.
Councilman Maddox said that one of the things that bothers him the most is that St.
Paul has a real need for housing and what Councilmen Hunt and,-Hozza have said has
real merit. Councilman Maddox said that he thinks the residents might wind up with
something three or four year from now that will be worse. He said he does not think
the topography of the land is suitable for single family, dwellings. Councilman Maddox
said he thinks the City Attorney should have been present because as the vote stands now
it would be three -three. He said he cannot support the motion.
Donna McNeally of the Planning Staff said that since the Planning Commission fully supported
the forty four units she would like to make some comment about the fifteen units. Ms.
McNeally said now the density is down to six units per acre�and that under the old
ordinance duplexes could have been built without a rezoning. She said she thinks the
duplexes are a suitable use and she noted that in regard to the density there are six
units per acre and this is a low density factor and that the land planners support this
project.
Councilperson Hunt suggested the matter be laid over until the next Council meeting
when there will be a full Council.
Council President Tedesco said he cannot support that suggestion.
Councilperson Hunt asked for a point of personal privilege and she noted that in a
situation in the past she had deferred a matter until the full Council was present
although she was on the other side of the issue.
Councilman Levine said he thinks everybody has figured out that Councilperson Hunt and
he would vote differently and he knows that some people think that the matter should
be carried over but he cannot support a layover.
Councilman Hozza said it seems to him the Council could hold an interim vote to instruct
the developer to reorient the housing on the right with single family dwellings..and thereby
resolve the density issue and he asked Mr. Crawford if the architect would take another
look at the project.
It was noted that Mr. Burckhardt earlier in the meeting had turned down the suggestion
of building single family residences.
Mr. Crawford said the proposed single -double family mixture amounts to eighteen structures
on the site and it would be more difficult for the architect to put this mix on the
site rather then the fifteen units.`
Councilman Hozza posed this as an alternative to the possible defeat of the proposal.
Mr. Crawford said his clients recognizes the planned development as a flexible tool and
said if the resolution were that his client continue work on the site plan he would
work with that although this is not desirable because his client has no desire to
drag this out.
Councilman Maddox asked if his client would consider what the neighbors want with a
single family development.
Mr. Burckhardt said he thought he could reduce the building to twenty eight units which
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he does not build like that.
Mr. Ryan said the transitional plan was to have something on the western and southern
boundaries that is compatible with the homes in the area.
Councilman Maddox said that in the interest of resolving the issue he would vote in
favor of the motion.
Roll call on Councilman McMahon's motion to deny the petition.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 (Councilmen Levine, Maddox, McMahon, President Tedesco)
Nays - 2 (Councilmen Hozza, Hunt)
Councilman Hozza moved the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 8:30P.M.
Council President.
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57849.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
October 30th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:10 A.M.
Present Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 4
Absent - Councilmen Hozza, Maddox, McMahon...3
It was noted that Councilmen Maddox and McMahon have requested to be excused
from City Council today and tomorrow and Councilman Hozza has requested to be
excused for the entire week.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the requests be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Hearing was held on the petition of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority to
rezone from B-3 to RM -2 property at the northeast corner of Bradford and Ellis
aka Lots 9 and 10, Block 82, St. Anthony Park.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the petition.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Hearing was held on the petition of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority to rezone
property at the southeast corner of Raymond and Territorial Road aka Lots 1, 2 and
part of Lot 3, Hoard's Subdivision.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the petition.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0 \
Hearing on the request of Champion International Corporation .to construct fencing
across certain streets vacated by the City Council in 1972 and being portions of
Myrtle Avenue, Wabash Avenue, Hampden Avenue and Pillsbury Street.
Mr. Kinkead appeared and referred to promises that were made that the streets would
not be closed and he urged a delay to allow further discussion and he also referred
to past actions and promises concerning a temporary loading dock.
Milt Knoll representing Champion International described the property on a map and
explained the proposal to complete the fencing of the property with gates. He
said the streets would be closed at night and on weekends and holidays and when the
plant is shutdown and the gates would be open during the daytime but would be closed
from 6 P.M. to 5 A.M. He said he has advised the neighbors of their plan and NSP
and Minnesota Transfer have no objections and the Police and Fire Departments have
made comments.
Tom Norton of Viking Industrial Center expressed concern about their customers
getting access to their property.
Councilman Levine said he is prepared to move approval of the plan with a provision
that there be continued right to use the streets and that the gates would be open
during the daytime hours between 5 A.M. and 6 P.M.
Gordy Hammer of the Paper Workers Union said they have no objection if the gates
are open between 5 A.M. and 6 P.M.
Mr. Donovan referred to the concerns of the Fire Department and said an agreement was
reached between the Fire Department and Champion International which is subject to
certain conditions and these conditions of the Fire Department should be made a
part of the resolution. He said if the matter is approved he would recommend that
the bonding company agree to the amendment and also that a new holdharmless bond
be filed.
Councilman Tedesco said he doesn't intend to vote for the proposal today and
Councilwoman Hunt suggested that the matter be laid over until Thursday -to allow
time for specific conditions to be prepared and to allow further meetings between
interested parties.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the matter be continued to Thursday, November 1st.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
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C.F. No. 273867.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16596.
An ordinance amending Section 76.02 of the Administrative Code by providing or
the filing of Petitions in the period for filing Affidavits of :Qandidacy.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273868.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16597.
An ordinance fixing the compensation of judges of election and the rate of roved.pay
for attending instruction meetings, amending Ordinance No. 16448, app
July 20, 1978. yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273903. THIRD READING.
An ordinance repealing Chapters 168 through 193 and 200 through 203 of the
Legislative Code AND adding a new Chapter 168 AND adding a new Chapter 169
entitled "Fire Prevention - Miscellaneous AND adopting the Minnesota Uniform Fire
Code.
Laid over to November 6th for Final Adoption,
C.F. No. 273953.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 245 of the Legislative Code pertaining to the
regulation of water rates in the City of St. Paul.
Laid over to November 6th for Second Reading.
Councilman Levine moved that the rules be suspended to consider a resolution not
on the agenda.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273954.
Resolution authorizing the preparation of a land lease agreement with Burlington
Northern for property east of the Lafayette Bridge to permit public purpose parking,
directing proper officials to prepare a parking management contract with a private
operator, authorizing the final execution of the land lease contract and minimum
expenditures and authorizing execution of a one year shuttle service contract
all in connection with the Fringe
Parking/ShuttleNProgram
rogays r 0.
Adopted. Yeas
Councilwoman Hunt referred
unit developmentmon Lower RoadeneargMcKni.ghtdandtion
planned
of a rezoning to a p p
said because of new information the Council should consider the matter at some point
and evaluate how the new information can affect the proposal.
Councilman Tedesco indicated he would not favor reconsideration today but would not
object if the parties wanted to get together to discuss the matter.
Councilman Levine said he agrees that there is room for discussion if the parties
can get together.
It was agreed that the last day to reconsider the matter would be Thursday, November
1st.
ton Parkway, 427, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed
Claim of Robert A. Leiste, 316 N. Lexing
on October 24, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Clara Rischall, 2476 Edgcumbe Road, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
October 26, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Frances P. Schmitz, 1525 Allen Avenue, Apt. 104, St. Paul, Minnesota,
filed on October 24, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Dr. Richard Tregilgas by W.A. Lang Co., Insurance, 480 Cedar St.,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on October 26, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Robert Van Demmeltraadt by Attorney Ronald O.W. Ylitalo, 2345 N. Rice St.,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on October 24, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of American Recreation, Inc. versus the City
of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
October 30th, 1979.
Request from Walter and Jo Ann Gress for a public hearing to appeal a Summary
Abatement order at 306 & Page St.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that a date of hearing be set for November 15th.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Report from the State Auditor on the examination of.financial affairs of the
St. Paul Police Relief Assn. covering the year ended December 31,_1978.
Councilwoman Hunt asked if there is somebody responsible to take action if there
are recommendations from the state auditor on this and similar type reports and
Mr. Starr said he would investigate this matter and report back to the Council.
The report was filed.
Domain order from the
rt in
Dismissal
of the H R.A. versus Gordon tB. Heath regarding property ratt172uthe
Edmund
matter
in CD District 7.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Dismissal of Proceedings in Eminent Domain order from District Court in the
matter of the HRA versus Gordon B. Heath, et al, involving property at 558 Marion
and 213 Charles in CD District 7.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Dismissal of Proceeding in Eminent Domain order from District Court in the matter
of the HRA versus Gordon Heath, et al, involving property at 181 Charles, CD
District 7.
Referred to the city Attorney.
Dismissal of Proceeding in Eminent Domain order from the District Court in the
matter of the HRA versus Gordon Heath, et al, involving property at 179 Charles,
CD District 7.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Amended Hearing Notice from the District court in the matter of the HRA versus
Gordon Heath, et al, in Condemnation Proceedings involving properties as listed
in CD District 7.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting the petition of St. Anthony Park Bank \
for the vacation of an easement located on the southwest side of Como Avenue adjacent
to Lot 2, Block 38, St. Anthony Park North is in proper form.
Filed.
Administrative Orders D-5091 through D-5105 as on file in the City Clerk's
Office were noted.
Resolution approving an amendment to the 1979 Collective Bargaining Agreement
between the City of St. Paul and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers,
Local #110. (First Reading)
Laid over to November 6th for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.F. No. 273955.
Resolution approving the actions of the City of St. Paul Board of Appeals an
Review with respect to property at 767-769 Payne Avenue, Donald Legato appellant.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273956.
Resolution approving the actions of the City of St. Paul Board of Appeals an
Review with respect to property at 998 E. Seventh St., Bernatta and Allan L.
Miller appellants.
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273957.
Resolution approving the appointment of M. Alice Murphy to the position Of
Administrative Aide 111• yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273958.
pointments of persons as listed to the Native American
Resolution approving the ap
Affairs Committee for terms as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - . Nays - 0
J
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October 30th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273959.
Resolution approving payment of $600 to Barbara J. Bour, $32.00 to Mrs. Clara
Carlson, $610.16 to Ohio Casualty Group and $1,170.13 to Bernard and Pauline
Bearth from the Tort Liability
e Fund 4n settlement
Nof their respective claims.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273960.
Resolution approving amendatory agreement fixing sum to be paid by the HRA
in lieu of taxes on redevelopment Property. Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273961.
pointment of Darlene Guy to the position of Information
Resolution authorizing the ap
and Complaint Officer. \
Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273962.
Resolution granting Sewer Service refunds to firms as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Peg O'Keefe of the Mayor's Office appeared and said Professor Weber will be traveling
with a group of scientists to Antartica to collect geological information and has
requested to borrow the St. Paul Flag to be used as their camp flag for a three month
period.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the request.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be adjourned.ays 0
Adopted. Yeas -
A D J O U R N E D AT 11:10 A.M.
Council President.
ATTEST: --
City Clerk.
Copies sent to Councilmen
Minutes approved by Council ///� 7
57853."
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
October 31st, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilwoman Hunt, Councilmen Levine, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 4
Absent - Councilmen Hozza, Maddox, McMahon ... 3
Bingo Application -Original Boosters Club, 1060 University Avenue, 52 periods.
(Al Fischbeck, Treasurer, and John A. Spencer, Manager, notified to attend.)
Councilman Levine moved approval of the application.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Bingo Application - Christie DeParcq American Legion Auxiliary Unit 406, 1060 Univer-
sity Avenue, 52 periods. (Mary A. Klein, Finance Officer, and Doris Josephson,
Manager, notified to attend.)lication.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approYf he aPPeas 4Nays - 0
Adopted. 26 periods.
Bingo Application - East Side Speedskating Club, Inc., 862 White Bear Avenue,
(Helen Emeott, Bingo Treasurerand Kay Tschida, Manager, notified to attend.)
,
Councilman Levine moved approval of the application.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273963. o Game Licenses to Original Boosters, Christie:DeParcq American
Resolution granting Bing Inc.
Legion Auxiliary, Unit 406 and East Side Speedskating Club,
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
e Licenses by Pantry Restaurant,
Application for On Sale Wine and On Sale Malt Beverag
Inc. at 2147 Ford Parkway. (Kenneth D. Johnson notified to attend.) The following
resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273964.
ting On Sale Wine License and On Sale Malt Beverage License to the
Resolution gran
Pantry Restaurant at 2147 Ford Parkway. operation in the same building
Councilman Levine expressed Yesentativeuofoncern abot athesHealthtDept. said the second restaurant
by the same people and a rep
is now closed but they did share a common ohe entr once.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Request by Quik -Stop Liquors, Inc. (Leonard P. DeConcini, Presideion to nt)
to transfer date
(December 19, 1979) for a public hearing on their app
Sale Liquor License from 918 E. Seventh Street to 826 E. Seventh Street. (No one
notified to attend.) be set for `December 19, 1979.
Councilman Levine moved that a date of hearing
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
le Liquor License issued to Marbet, Inc. (Robert D.
Public Hearing on the On Sa
business as the Depot Bar at 241 E. Kellogg Blvd. (Re -
Haugen, President) doing buof License and Permit commended for suspension by the Division Mr. Haugenlsaidrhelagrees to
At the question of Mr. Garvey, Assistant City Attorney,
the charges as submitted by the License Inspector. 1979, January 26th, 1979 and September 28th,
Mr. Garvey reviewed the charges on January 5th,
1979 for operating after the closing hour and said notices of the charges have been 1979.
sent to Mr. Haugen. At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Garvey said there were
olice have the names of several
approximately ten people in the bar on September 28th;and'about forty on January 5t ,
At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Garvey said the p
people who were present in the bar.
(Discussion continued to the following page.)
57854
October 31st, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page.)
At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Haugen said he has been in business
at this locaatiof time and a d a is the yefirst aninstancehasdofour thisther type.uinesses for
a long period
Officer Kenneth Shepperd of the Police
At the question of Councilman Levine,
orce
Department said everyone was asked to leave from the bar and they had to rese
two people to leave and they o not usually take the names of the people present.
d
Councilman Tedesco moved that the License be suspended for one day because it is
the first offense. yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Adopted. appreciation for consideration by the Council and said the
Mr. Haugen expressed app who get off work th a late hour:. -arid are not
basic problem was with factory people
willing or ready to leave the bar at the regular closing time.
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be Naysurneed.
Adopted. Yeas -
A D J O U R N E D AT 9:30 A.M.
Council President.
ATTEST:
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Copies sent to Councilmen 7/��
Minutes approved by Council
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Showalter...6
Absent - Councilman Hozza...I (Councilman Hozza arrived at a point during the meeting).
President Showalter introduced Professor Gerald Weber of Macalester College
Geology Department and said Professor Weber and others will travel to Antartica
on a geological expedition and they have requested use of a St. Paul city flag
as their camp flag.
Vice President Tedesco presented Professor Weber and others with the city flag
to be used as the camp flag on the Antartica expedition.
Councilman Hozza arrived at this point in the meeting.
Hearing was again held on the request of Champion International Corporation to
construct fencing across certain streets vacated by the city in 1972 and being
portions of Myrtle, Hampden, Wabash Avenues and Pillsbury Street.
Councilman McMahon moved that the matter be continued for two weeks to November 15th
and he said Champion International met with neighbors yesterday and wants to put the
agreement in writing and meet again with neighbors before it is approved.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Hearing on a resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a
structure (garage only) at 890 Clarence.
Mr. Strohkirch of the Housing Code Division appeared and said the building has been
demolished by the owner and Councilman Maddox moved that proceedings in the matter \
be discontinued.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspended to consider the Burckhardt
rezoning matter.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox asked several questions of the City Attorney relating to reconsidera-
tion and Mr. Starr, City Attorney, said he believes the Council can reconsider the
matter today and act today if they are satisfied with questions asked and he thinks
they can also continue the matter for two or three weeks if they are not satisfied
with the answers given today.
Councilman Maddox said based on those facts he would move reconsideration of the matter.
Councilman Levine said he is in favor of getting additional information but doesn't
feel he has enough information to warrant reconsideration.
Councilman Maddox said he is not comfortable with killing the proposal and he thinks
the matter can't be discussed unless it is reconsidered.
Councilman Levine said he thinks the information should be received and discussed
prior to reconsideration.
Councilwoman Hunt said she suggested consideration today because new information has
been received in the form of a letter from Mr. Burckhardt.
Councilman Levine questioned whether the neighborhood will be contacted if the matter
is continued.
Roll call on the motion to reconsider the matter.
Adopted. Yeas.- 4 (Hunt, Maddox, Hozza, President Showalter)
Nays - 3 (Levine, McMahon, Tedesco)
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Burckhardt said he would reconsider construct-
ing single family homes on part of the property and he said Mr. Marshall is willing
to restrict his property to single family development.
Councilman Maddox asked the City Attorney to prepare a legal opinion on whether the
proposal can be legally implemented.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
57856r
\. November 1st, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Mr. Lee Coulter said he conferred with Mr. Burckhardt on Tuesday and was told
he would not consider single family housing and Mr. Marshall told him that
Mr. Burckhardt would survey the Marshall property for single family lots but
ith a restricted deed proposal.
Mr. Marshall wasn't familar w
Mr. Coulter said the R-1 platting doesn't guarantee that there will be no rezoning
in the future and the neighbors tried to compromise but Mr. Burckhardt chose not to
accept the compromise.
Mr. Coulter said they haven't changed their position and request that the matter
be denied. He said their letter states an agreement to single family housing on a
portion of the property and double housing on another portion and no one can deny
Mr. Marshall the right to petition to rezone.
Councilman Hozza said he is reluctant to take final action today and he urged that
the Council set a date to make a final decision.
Phyllis Ethi:er, 2217 Londin Lane, said she is not opposed to the plan and thinks
it is the best way to prevent apartment development on the property.
Councilwoman Hunt said the project was approved unanimously by the Planning Commission
and since then the proposed density has been reduced and the District Council has
worked out and approved a compromise.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Burckhardt said he would agree to build
some detached single family homes and would like time to work the matter out with
the neighbors.
At the question of councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Coulter said he is not opposed to further
discussion provided it is after the regular working hours. agreement
Councilman Levine said he will support further discussion if there is an
that it will be at a night meeting.
Corrine Coulter said on Tuesday she talked with Mr. Burckhardt and she questions the
fact that Mr. Marshall will restrict his deed when Mr. Burckhardt won't restrict
his property and she said as of Tuesday night Mr. Burckhardt said he was holding his
ground on 30 residences with 15 buildings. She said she thinks Mr. Burckhardt
has had sufficient time to put a proposal together.
Councilwoman Showalter said she thinks the delays may lead to possible compromise.
Betty Barret:said she lives in the area and urged that the matter be laid over
and be given full consideration.
ing should not be reopened and it is time
Councilman Hozza said he thinks the hear
for the Council to go to work and take action on the matter.
Councilman Levine said he thinks the neighbors should be involved in the process.
Councilman McMahon said the Planning Commission approved the matter with conditions
for future meetings and insisted that the developer meet with neighbors and the
watershed district.
Ms. McNeally of the Planning Staff said the requirement for future meetings was
prior to approval of the final plan.
ter be placed on a Council agenda after a
Councilman Maddox suggested that the mat
meeting with Mr. Burckhardt and interested parties.
Councilman Hozza moved that the matter be placed on the agenda for Tuesday evening
November 20th, 1979, that the City Attorney and the Planning Staff be directed to
work with the developer to get the proposal back to the Council as soon as possible
and that the Planning Staff convene a meeting of the affected parties to review the
proposal.le
Councilwoman Hunt said she will support the motion and she reiterated tthatsis athin ks
it is in the best interest of the community to come up with a proposal
known factor rather than a future proposal that is less desirable.
Roll call on the motion. yeas -_7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Mr. Pangel recalled that the Planning Commission made a motion that was adopted
providing for meetings with the watershed district prior to approval of the final
plan.
C.F. No. 273874.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16598.
An ordinance amending Section 454.04, Subdivision 2 of the Legislative Code
pertaining to operation of swimming pools. Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273875.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16599.
An ordinance designating the ea ander Ramsey House
Nayss-aOHeritage Preservation Site.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273876.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16600.
An ordinance designating St. Joseph's
Academy as N Heritage Preservation Site.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273877.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16601.
An ordinance designating the Burbank -Livingston Griggs House as a Heritage
Preservation Site. yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273878. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16602.
An ordinance designating the Rochat-Louise Squerwein Block as a Heritage Preservation
Site.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273879. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16603.
An ordinance designating Summit Terrace as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273880. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16604.
An ordinance designating the Frank B. Kellogg House as a Heritage Preservation
Site.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273881. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16605.
An ordinance designating "Snow Emergency Routes" as provides for in Section 149.03
of the Legislative Code as amended.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273882. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16606.
An ordinance amending Sections as listed of Chapter 230 entitled "Sewers and
Drains" of the St. Paul Legislative Code.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273935. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 336 of the Legislative Code by restricting the
distribution of free cigarettes.
Laid over to November 6th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273965. FIRST READING.
An ordinance granting permission to East Mall Associates and or/its successors to
construct, operate and maintain ornamental street lights and conduit in the
right-of-ways of Grand Avenue and Victoria St. adjacent to Lots 15 - 18, Summit
Park Addition.
Laid over to November 8th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273966. FIRST READING. \
An ordinance granting permission to James Wengler to construct, operate and maintain
ornamental street lights and conduit in the right-of-ways of Grand Avenue and
Victoria St. adjacent to Lots 26-28, Block 22, Summit Park Addition.
Laid over to November 8th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273967. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13539, pertaining to parking meter zones
and adding parts of Jackson and Fifth Streets as listed and deleting a part of
Tenth St. as listed.
Laid over to November 8th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273968. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13537 pertaining to Truck Routes and
adding a part of East 6th St, from Mounds Blvd. to Maria Avenue.
Laid over to November 8th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 273969. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13534 pertaining to One -Way streets adding
parts of Van Buren St. and Jefferson Avenue as listed.
Laid over to November 8th for Second Reading.
Letter of the Chairperson of the Finance, Management and Personnel Committee
reporting that committee's disposition of the Lowry Annex matter.
Councilman Hozza moved that the Council discontinue consideration of the matter.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 272692.
An ordinance establishing certain residency requirements for unclassified
employees of the City of St. Paul. (Letter of Finance, Management and Personnel
Committee reports issue is part of the overall package of the new residency law).
After some discussion the ordinance was ordered referred back to the Finance,
Management and Personnel Committee.
Councilman Hozza left the meeting at this point.
57858., \
November,lst, 1979.
Letter of Chairperson of Finance, Management and Personnel Committee reporting
that committee's disposition of the Urban.Corp Program Policy matter previously
referred to committee.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the Council discontinue consideration of the matter.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution creating a Special Police Chief Examing Committee. (Letter of Finance,
Management and Personnel Committee reports resolution moot because Civil Service
Commission withdrew their original resolution).
The resolution was withdrawn by Councilman McMahon.
Resolution rescinding C.F. No. 273513 being a resolution appointing the Civil
Service Commission as the Special Police Chief Examing Committee. (Letter
of Finance, Management and Personnel Committee reports resolution moot because
the Civil Service Commission withdrew their original resolution).
The resolution was withdrawn by Councilman McMahon.
Claim of Daniel J. Branum, 1735 E. Rose, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on October 29,,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of James A. Carter, 1086 E. 6th Street, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
October 29, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of William W. Flaherty, 1650 Niles Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
October 29, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Raymond Koehnen by Attorney Elmer Wiblishauser, 810 Pioneer Bldg.,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on October 292 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of A. J. Snell, 641 North Snelling Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
October 26, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Administrative Order D 5106 as on file in the City Clerk's Office was noted.
C.F. No. 273970.
Resolution amending C.F. No. 273804 as to the compensation figure. (C.F. No. 273804
grants petition of Donald and Margery Turek for the vacation of a part of Magoffin
Avenue).
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273971.
Resolution approving $1,000,000, 9 3/4% U.S. Treasury Note as collateral to
protect deposits of public funds with Northwestern National Bank of St. Paul.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273972.
Resolution approving $150,000, 10.125% U.S. Treasury Note as collateral to
portect deposits of public funds with the Guaranty State Bank.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273973.
Resolution granting permission to the Ramsey County Historical Society to install
and maintain a historical marker in honor of Edward Phalen's Cabin, site of the
first known dwelling in downtown St. Paul in 1838.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273974.
Resolution adopting the plan for District X65.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273975.
Resolution granting Building Contractor licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273976.
Resolution granting Building Contractor licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
57859.
November 1st, 1979.
C.F. No. 273977.er and $457.60 to Henry Orme
Resolution approving payment of $481.50 to Bi11 Clepp
from the Tort Liability Fund in settlement of their respective claims.
Adopted.-, Yeas - 6
Nays C.F. No. 273978.
Resolution authorizing and application to the MTC for the purpose of having a bus
ed within the City Nays Annex at no cost to the city•
shelter designed and constructO
Adopted. Yeas - 6
that was
eing
ed out
he
n area
Councilman Tedesco referred to a
meeting whichfwas rcalled for bNovember d8th and lhetasked who wcalled
concerning a p
the meeting and he referred to a conflict with another meeting that sever \
Councilmen will be attending.
Councilman Maddox said the meeting was called as a Legislative Committee of the
ferred to other Councilmen who also have a conflict
Whole and Councilman Tedesco re
at the same time.
Councilman McMahon moved thattheeas meeting be adjourned- 0
Adopted.
ADJOURNED AT 11:05 A.M.
cil President.
Co
ATTEST:
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Minutes approved by Council
57860.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
\ 7:30 P.M.
November 5th, 1979
MOUNDS PARK COMMUNITY CENTER -279 CYPRESS
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 7:40 P.M.
Present - Counilmen Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 5
Absent - Councilwoman Hunt, Councilman Hozza...2
Showalter announced a public hearing to consider the District #4 Plan-
Presidentested
Ed Krahmer referred to the need to put more stress on crime prevention and Sugg
that a provision under the public safety section regarding the expansion of a juvenile
out and instead stringent laws be passed.
detention facility be thrown
nsiderable amount of time and effort to develop -the
Howard Kinney referred to a co
District Plan and urged for its adoption. integral part of the community and
George Hrynewych said he thinks a library is an integ provision for a detention
lace to put juveniles. \
should be included in the District Plan and he also said the
facility was recommended because they
were told
ctthere
wan sn't any p
Councilman Tedesco moved app
Steve Grochala of the Planning Staff said the neighborhood should be commended ecause
che
it was the people of the area who actually wrote the Plan with the assistance of the
Planning Staff. Commission voted in favor of the Plan and he recommend -
Joe Pangal noted that the Planning people in the area and
ed its adoption. to vote
Councilman Levine referred to the active participation S. He said he is happy
especially Ed Krahmer who has been active for many y
for the Plan. the District 4P4 Plan.
Roll call on the motion to approve eas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
The meeting was thereupon adjourned. (8:00 P.M.)
A D J 0 U R WE D AT 8:00 P.M.
Council President.
ATTEST:
Cit 'Clerk.
Copies sent to Councilmen !/�
Minutes approved by Council 1112 / Q
57861.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
November 6th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Hozza, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 7
Absent - None.
Hearing was held on the petition of Sam Cukier to rezone property at the northwest
corner of Christie Place and Kennard Street aka part of vacated Funk Street and Lots 1,
2 and 27 through 30, Meyer and Funk's Subdivision of the East 11 of Block 3, Kerwin's
Outlots.
Donna McNeally of the Planning Staff explained that a meeting was held between the
developer and residents in the area°:and Mr. Cukier has agreed to construct twenty owner -
occupied townhouse condominium units of quality construction and has set out his
intentions in a letter which has been circulated to all Councilmen.
Mr. Wood, 1548 E. Idaho, said the agreement culminates ten years of work on this pro-
perty and he referred to several Councilmen who have supported them in the past and
he expressed appreciation to Mr. Neid and Councilman Maddox for their work on the
present proposal.
Councilman Tedesco said he is pleased to see an agreement on this development and
Councilman Levine said the matter was before the Council many times and he is also
pleased to see that an agreement has been reached.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the petition.
Mr. Cukier appeared and expressed appreciation for the agreement and said the letter
speaks for itself and he is in full agreement with the terms of the letter.
Roll call on the motion to approve the petition.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Hearing was held on the petition of Leo Gadbois to rezone property at the southeast
corner of Ashland Ave. and Dale Street aka Lots 9, 10 and 11, Block 16, Woodland Park
Addition. \
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the petition.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza left the meeting at this point.
C.F. No. 273979. FINAL ORDER.
Final Order in the matter of opening, grading and paving an alley in Block 31, Auerbach
and Hand's Addition from Lawson Ave. to Cook Ave. under P.O. 273856. (See discussion
and adoption below.)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273980. FINAL ORDER.
Final Order in the matter of condemning a permanent easement and condemning an ease-
ment for slopes, cuts and fills in connection with the grading of the alley in Block 31,
Auerbach and Hand's Addition under P.O. 273857.
A resident at 1042 Matilda appeared and said she circulated the petition in favor of
the improvement and 13 of the 18 property owners signed in favor of the proposal.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilman McMahon moved approval of the orders.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273981. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
Resolution ratifying assessment in the matter of acquiring easements for the Kellogg
Blvd. (E. Third Street) Bridge Replacement over Burlington Northern, Inc., I-94 and
Commercial Street between John Street and Mounds Blvd. under P.O. 272489.
Mr. James Wills, attorney for Dart Transit, asked the amount of damages and Mr. Eggum
said the damages have been set in the amount of $31,950. Mr. Wills said based on damages
of $31,950. he would have no objection to the resolution.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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November 6th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273903.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16607.
An ordinance repealing Chapters 168 through 193 and 200 through 203 of the
Legislative Code AND adding a new Chapter 168 AND adding a new Chapter 169 entitled
"Fire Prevention - Miscellaneous AND adopting the Minnesota Uniform Fire Code.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273953. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 245 of the Legislative Code pertaining to the re-
gulation of water rates in the City of St. Paul.
Laid over to November 8th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 273935. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 336 of the Legislative Code by restricting the dis-
tribution of free cigarette.
Laid over to November 13th for Final Adoption.
C.E. No. 273982. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 5.04 of the Administrative Code and clarifying the
role of the City Treasurer as treasurer for the St. Paul Police Relief Association.
Laid over to November 13th for Second Reading.
Claim of Gerald A. Brandt, 1036 Evergreen Trail, Lino Lakes, Minnesota, filed on
October 31, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mary G. Etter, 1795 Summit Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on October 30, 1979,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Robert Sticka, 1617 Juliet Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on October 31, 1979,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mark P. Todd, 2414 Isalona Lane, So. St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on November 1,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Order No. 63325 from the State Commissioner of Transportation designating parts
of W. Minnehaha and Dale Street as Haul Roads for transportation of road materials \
for Trunk Highway No. 494.
Referred to the Public Works Department
Order No. 63326 from the State Commissioner of Transportation designating parts of W.
Minnehaha and Dale Street as Haul Roads for transportation of road materials for Trunk
Highway No. 56.
Referred to the Public Works Department.
Letter from the Valuation Engineer reporting the petition of Daval Investment Company,
al, for the vacation of part of St. Clair Avenue is in proper form.
Filed.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing date for November 27,
1979, on the petition of the St. Paul Company for the vacation of Auditorium Street
between W. Fifth Street and W. Seventh Street.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing date for November 27,
1979, on the -petition of Darrell Butler, et al, for the vacation of part of Mystic
Street.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273983.
Resolution approving an amendment to the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the
City of St. Paul and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local
#110. (Second Reading and Adoption.)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays = 0
C.F. No. 273984.
Resolution approving the issuance of a tax ex6mpt mortgage note to finance
expansion of Ramada Highland Inn located at I-94 and White Bear Avenue.
($5,5000,000)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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C.F. No. 273985.
Resolution approving the issuance of $595,000'Port Authority revenue bonds for the
Capitol City Distributing Company facility in Riverview Industrial Park.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273986.
Resolution authorizing property acquisition in the North of St. Stanislaus Devel-
opment Area, District 9.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273987.
Resolution suspending On -Sale Liquor License License issued to Marbet, Inc. dba The
Depot Bar at 241 E. Kellogg Blvd. for one day for reasons as set forth.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273988.
Resolution approving an agreement with the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and
Pacific Railroad Company AND the Burlington Northern Inc., for a Pigeon Reduction
program on Railroad property.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273989.
Resolution authorizing payment of $1,000. to Jay and Judith Ragalie and Farmers
Insurance Group and Lais, Bannigan and Ciresi from the Tort Liability Fund in
settlement of the Ragalie Claim.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273990.
Resolution granting Bingo Games License to St. Theresa Women's Club and Memorial Post
4533 American Legion.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273991.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273992.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Showalter asked to be excused from the November 20th, 1979, City Council
Day Meeting and said she will attend the evening meeting.
Councilman Tedesco asked to be excused from Council on November 27th and 29th, 1979.
Councilman Maddox moved that the requests of Councilwoman Showalter and Councilman
Tedesco be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 10:35 A.M.
Council President.
Copies sent to Councilmen
Minutes approved by Council � 7 c
Cit Clerk.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
\November 7th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 9:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Levine, Maddox, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 4
Absent - Coucilwoman Hunt, Councilmen Hozza, McMahon ... 3 (Councilman McMahon arrived
at a point during the meeting.)
Bingo Application - Hazel Park Commercial Club, Ladies Auxiliary, Inc., 862 White
Bear Avenue - 26 periods. (Kathleen M. Trudell, President, and Claudia Willkom,
Manager, notified to attend. - See resolution below.)
Bingo Application - Catholic Order of Foresters, Scholarship Fund St. Paul Joint
Committee, 408 Main Street, 52 periods. (John J.Kelnberger , Treasurer, and Rose
Lester, Manager, notified to attend.)
C.F. No. 273993.
Resolution granting Bingo Game License to Hazel Park Commercial Club, Ladies Auxiliary,
Inc. and Catholic Order of Foresters -Scholarship Fund St. Paul Joint Committee.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License issued to Oak Room Bar, Inc.
(Owen Green, President) at 380 Selby Avenue, to the Old Oak Room Bar, Inc. at the
same address. (Owen Green and Josephine Schwartz notified to attend. This matter
was previously considered on October 3, 1979.) The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273994.
Resolution granting transfer of On Sale Liquor License, Sunday On Sale Liquor License,
Restaurant., Off Sale Malt Beverage and Cigarette Licenses from Oak Room Bar, Inc. at
380 Selby Avenue to Old Oak Room Bar, Inc. at the same address.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Public hearing on the application for a Tavern License (Entertainment License)
by Ronald L. Ambroz at 1217 Randolph Avenue.
No one appeared. The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 273995.
Resolution granting Entertainment License to Ronald L. Ambroz dba Ron's Randolph Inn
at 1217 Randolph Avenue.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Discussion of the present liquor license application forms.
Mr. Garvey, Assistant City Attorney, said he and Mr. Carchedi are requesting advice on
the questions to be asked by the License Inspector on Liquor License Applications.
He said multiple ownership is now allowed and financial information might not be necessary.
Councilman Maddox said financial information should not be on file for anyone to look
at and he favors deleting financial information requirements. At the question of
Councilman Levine, Mr. Garvey said liquor applications are the only applications that
require financial information.
Mr. Carchedi said he agrees that some of the questions,should be deleted from the
application form.
Councilman Levine moved that the City Attorney and License Inspector make a recommendation
on changes on the application forms and present them to the City Council for approval.
Councilman McMahon- :arrived at this.point in-the%meeting.
Councilman Maddox suggested that only the green application form be used and Mr.
Carchedi said some of the questions on the pink form could be deleted.
Roll call on the motion.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
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Councilman Levine referred to a large crowd expected at the Legislation Committee
Meeting tomorrow evening and suggested that addtional space be investigated if the
crowd" -is too big for the Council Chambers and it was agreed that the Civic Center
would be contacted.
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0 \
A D J O U R N E D AT 9:30 A.M.
VCouncil President.
ATTEST:
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City Clerk.
Copies sent to Councilmen /7
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
November 8th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, 11INNESOTA
to order by President Showalter at 10:10 A.M.
The meeting was called
McMahon, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 6
Present - Councilmen Hozza, Levine, Maddox,
meeting.)
(Councilwoman Hunt arrived at a point during the
Absent - Councilwoman Hunt...I
Council Meeting Minutes of October 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24 and
Approval of City
25, 1979.roved.
Councilman McMahon moved thattheeasminutes beNays - 0
Adopted.
Councilwoman Hunt arrived at this point in the meeting.
FINAL ADOPTION. oRD, 166o8 No.
it to collective
pertains
C.F. No. 273844. Charter as p
Section 12.09 of the City
An ordinance amending
bargaining agreements.eared.
to be heard and no one app
Councilwoman Showalter asked if anyone wanted
7 Nays - 0
Yeas -
Adopted.
THIRD READING. Code pertaining to the regulation
C.F. No. 273953. the Legislative
An ordinance amedding Chapter 245 of
St. Paul.
of water rates in the City of
November 15th for Final Adoption.
Laid over to
SECOND READING.
C.F. No. 273965. to East Mall Associates and or/its successors o
in the right-of-ways
An ordinance granting permission
operate and maintain ornamental street lights and conduit
15-18 Summit Park Addition.
constuct,
Grand Ave. and Victoria St. and adjacent Lots
of
Laid over to November 13th for Third Reading.
SECOND READING., operate and maintain
C.F. No. 273966. to James Wengler to construct,
Victoria
An ordinance granting permission
conduit in the right-of-ways of Grand Ave. and
ornamental street lights and
26-28, Block 22, Summit Park Addition-.:
Street adjacent Lots
November 13th for Third Reading.
Laid over to
SECOND READING• to parking meter zones and
C.E. No. 273967. pertain Tenth St.
No. 13539 p
An ordinance amending Ordinance art of
and
Fifth Streets as listed and deleting a P
adding parts of Jackson and
as listed.
November 13th for Third Reading.
Laid over to
C.F. No. 273968. SECOND READING. 13537 pertaining to Truck Routes and adding a
An ordinance amending Ordinance No.
Mounds Blvd. to Maria_Avenue.
part of East 6th St. from
November 13th for Third Reading.
Laid over to
SECOND READING.
C.F. No. 273969. One -Way streets adding parts
13534 pertaining to
An ordinance amending Ordinance No.
Jp-fferson Avenue as listed. considered
being
of Van Buren St. and
Hunt expressed some concern about a similar ordinance
proceed with
it is important top
Councilwoman
Councilman McMahon explained that
falls and he Suggested that
in Committee and
to change signs before the snow
not resolved it could
this ordinance in order
to future readings and if problems are
the ordinance proceed
be delayed at the Final Adoption. requested that the
about the matter and
Councilman Tedesco said he has heard concerns
ordinance be referred to Committee.
to the Public Works Committee.
The ordinance was ordered referred
C.F. No. 273996. negotiator to negotiate retroactivity iFinanccollective
City the Finance, Manage -
,
Resolution allowing the
(Second Reading and Adoption; Letter of
bargaining agreements. royal.)
Committee recommends app
0
ment and Personnel -
Yeas - 7 Nays
Adopted.
57866.
November 8th, 1979.
Claim of George Earl Johnson, 538 St. Peter Street, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed
on November 5, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Herman McKinny, 620 Cedar Avenue So., Apt. 711, Minneapolis, Minnesota,
filed on October 30, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mark S. and Carol J. Muller, Sr. by Attorney L. Charles Peterson,
871 E. 7th Street, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on November 2, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Sam J. Devito on behalf of Nickolas J. DeVito
versus the Independent School District No. 625.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of David Schendan versus Doctor Tventen and
the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Administrative Order D-5108, on file in the City Clerk's Office, was noted.
C.F. No. 273997.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $50,000 from Contingent Re-
serve -General to Fire Department -Salaries. (Finance Committee recommends approval.)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273998.
Resolution amending the CD Year IV and V Programs for the line items transfers con-
cerning the North St. Stan's Development Project. (Finance Committee recommends
approval.)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273999.
Resolution amending the CD Year V Program and transferring $82,000 from Unspecified
Contingency to Residential Street Paving & Lighting. (Finance Committee recommends
approval.)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274000.
Resolution adopting the Ramsey County Community Health Services P \
lan for 1980-1981.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274001.
Resolution revising the charges for emergency or paramedic ambulance services and
providing for annual increases corresponding to the percentage increase in
firefighters salaries AND rescinding C.F. No. 271787.
Councilman Levine said sar,_ communities have much higher fees and Councilwoman Hunt
said this matter was dis<,issed in Committee and it was agreed that the increases should
be based on costs and ic:reased a small percentage each year to coincide with
salary increases.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274002.
Resolution approving neighborhood commercial area improvement program and authorizing
certain actions for its implementation and funding.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays -
C.F. No. 274003.
Resolution approving lease of space in the City Hall Annex for use by the State
Pollution Control Agency as a carbon monoxide monitoring facility.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274004.
Resoluiton approving dedication of public streets to City from Central Village
Association I, part of Outlot A, Central Village Addition #2.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274005.
Resolution rescinding C.F. No. 273136 for nonfulfillment of conditions. (C.F. No.
273136 vacated parts of Seminary Ave.)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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57867.
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C.F. No. 274006.
Resolution granting the petition of Edward Warn, et al, for the vacation of
part of Wallraff's Como Place and Como Addition.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274007.
Resolution approving dedication of public streets to City from Central Village
Association II, part of Outlot B, C, and G, Central Village Addition #2.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza asked to be excused on November 20th (day meeting) November 27th, \
November 28th and November 29th, including the HRA Meeting.bn November 28th.
Councilman Maddox moved that the request be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 10:25 A.M.
Council President.
ATTEST:
jtity Clerk.
Copies sent to Councilmen ///G /� q
Minutes approved by Council " 7/�
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
November 13th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 5
Absent - Councilmen Hozza, McMahon ... 2 (Councilmen Hozza and McMahon arrived at
points during the meeting).
Hearing was held on the petition of John Murrin to rezone property at 649
Grand Avenue, aka part of Lot 22 and all of Lot 21, Block 1, Summit Park
Addition.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the petition.
Councilman Tedesco said he intends to vote against the petition and is against
converting housing to office space.
Ms. McNeally of the Planning Staff explained the proposal to legalize a
nonconforming use.
Roll call on the motion to grant the petition.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 1 (Tedesco)
Councilman McMahon arrived at this point in the meeting.
C.F. No. 274008. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of condemning and taking an easement in the land necessary
for slopes, cuts and fills in the grading and paving of the alley in Block 8,
Watts Park from Howard St. to McKnight Rd., under P.O. 273006.
No one appeared.
Councilman McMahon moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 274009. RESOLUTION RATIFYING ASSESSMENT.
In the matter of installing a public water main in Oxford Street from Grand
Avenue to 280 feet north of the centerline of Grand Avenue, under P.O. 271623.
No one appeared.
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza arrived at this point in the meeting.
C.F. No. 273935. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16609.
An ordinance amending Chapter 336 of the Legislative Code by restricting the dis-
tribution of free cigarettes.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273965. THIRD READING.
An ordinance granting permission to East Mall Associates and/or its
successors to construct, operate and maintain ornamental streets lights and
conduit in the right-of-ways of Grand Avenue and Victoria Street and
adjacent Lots 15-18, Summit Park Addition.
Laid over to November 20th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273966. THIRD READING.
An ordinance granting permission to James Wengler to construct, operate and
maintain ornamental street lights and conduit in the right-of-ways of Grand
Avenue and Victoria St: adjacent Lots 26-28, Block 22, Summit Park Addition.
Laid over to November 20th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273967. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13539, pertaining to parking meter zones
and adding parts of Jackson and Fifth Streets as listed and deleting a part of
Tenth St. as listed.
Laid over.to November 20th for Final Adoption.
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November 13th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273968. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13537 pertaining to Truck Routes
and adding a part of E. 6th St. from Mounds Blvd. to Maria Avenue.
Laid over to November 20th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 273982. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 5.04 of the Administrative Code and clarifying the
role of the City Treasurer as treasurer for the St. Paul Police Relief Assn.
Laid over to November 15th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 274010. FIRST READING.
An ordinance fixing a 6% interest rate to be charged for the special assessments
levied by Resolutions C.F. No. 273914, 273915 and 273916 upon improvements in
Springside Drive, Lenox Avenue, Wildview Avenue, Allston Street and Winthrop
Avenue.
Laid over to November 20th for Second Reading.
Claim of Kathleen M. Heinzen, 4161 Meadowbrook Lane, 96221, St. Louis Park,
Minnesota, filed on November 8, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Janice Linden Kalin, 4753 Humboldt Avenue So., Minneapolis, Minnesota,
filed on November 6, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Richard N. Manley, 12945 2nd Avenue So., Burnsville, Minnesota, filed
on November 7, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Terry Dennis McDowell, 570 Central, Apt. 3B, St. Paul, Minnesota,
filed on November 8, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of John and Carol Crea versus the City of
St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Kenneth and Irene Sinn versus the
MTC and City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Billy Martin Omundson versus the City of
St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Letter from the Director of Finance and Management Services Department reporting
the petition to rezone Lots 11 thru 14, Block 1, Como Park Second Addition is
insufficient.
Filed.
Administrative Orders D-5109, D-5110, D-5111, D-5112, D-5113, D-5114, D-5115,
D-5116, D-5117, and D-5118 as on file in the City Clerk's Office were noted.
C.F. No. 274011.
Resolution authorizing an agreement with the Minnesota Department of Health for
City administration of the Minnesota Special Supplemental Food Program for Women,
Infants and Children within Ramsey County.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274012.
Resolution approving a program of energy audits for city owned buildings AkU
application for State and Federal grant funds for the performance of said audits.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274013.
Resolution setting forth the disbursements of funds received by the City in its
suit brought against the contractors and agents involved in the faulty roof
construction of the Concord Terrace Neighborhood Service Center.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274014.
Resolution granting Building Contractor Licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays- 0
November 13th, 1979. 57870.
C.F. No. 274015.
Resolution granting Building Contractor Licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274016.
Resolution granting the transfer of Cigarette and other licenses from
Lester A. Morgan at 736 S. Robert St. to Roger and Lois A. Morgan at the same
address.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274017.
Resolution releasing the permanent easement for slope purposes over the west
3g of Lot 7, Block 13, Ashton and Sherburne's Addition.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274018.
Resolution granting permission to Champion International Corp. (Hoerner Waldorf)
to install two traffic warning signs with flashers on Vandalia St. between
I-94 and University Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274019.
Resolution approving applications for abatement and cancellation of assessment
of property taxes against property owned by the HRA described in Taxation
Application Nos. 96202 and 96203.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274020. \
Resolution appointing Allen J. Shetka to represent the City of St. Paul as
local agent for the application of Federal Financial assistance under the
Disaster Relief Act.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274021.
Resolution granting permission to Macalester College to reconstruct the public
sidewalk in front of 1648 Grand Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilpersons Hozza, McMahon, Hunt and President Showalter asked to be
excused on Wednesday, November 14th, to be in Washington and Councilman Levine
said he has an airline reservation for Wednesday morning but may not attend.
There was some discussion on confusion that exists due to the 9:00 A.M.
Wednesday City Council Meeting and Councilwoman Hunt moved that the City
Attorney be requested to draft the proper legislation to change the Wednesday
City Council Meeting from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 10:20 A.M.
Council President.
ATTEST •
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57871.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
November 15th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hozza, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 6
Absent - Councilwoman Hunt...1 (Councilwoman Hunt arrived at a point during the meeting.)
Hearing on the request of Champion International Corporation to construct fencing
across certain streets vacated by the City in 1972 and described as portions of
Myrtle, Hampden, Wabash and Pillsbury Streets.
Councilman McMahon moved that the matter be continued until December 13th, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt arrived at this point in the meeting.
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a structure at 453-455
E. Page.
Mr. Strohkirch of the Housing Code Division said this action was initiated at the
request of a petition filed with the Mayor's Complaint Office.
Roger Cable said the property has been sold to an investment company and they intent
to rehabilitate the property and he said he would clean up the yard and board it up until
the closing date. At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Cable said the property
is being sold to Mr. Myron Berg in ten days and they intend to rehabilitate it and if
they do not follow through, he will.
Councilwoman Hunt expressed concern about tearing down a building without fully exploring
rehabilitation and she said this could put two three bedroom units on the market and
she referred to the shortage in housing especially for families with children. She
moved that the matter be laid over for two weeks and she urged the owner to contact
the Planning and Economic Development Department to explore the possibility of rehabili-
tation of the building.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a structure at 302 So. \
Exchange.
Mr. Strohkirch circulated pictures of the property and referred to the condition of
the building and said that they recommend that the Council proceed with demolition.
He said he has received a letter from the attorney for the owner requesting a delay
to restore the property.
Councilman Hozza suggested that the matter be laid over until Tuesday as a courtesy
to the attorney but he expressed concern about definite plans for the building and
referred to problems with these owners in other areas.
Councilman Levine said the property is a fire hazard and should be demolished.
Roll call on the motion -to lay the matter over until Tuesday, November 20th, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza left the meeting at this point.
Appeal of Walter and JoAnn Gress to a Summary Abatement Order of the Housing Code
Division affecting property at 306 E. Page.
Mrs. Gress appeared and said the weeds have been cut and she asked additional time
to take care of the removal of the debris from the property.
Earl Connelly of the Housing.Code Division circulated pictures of the property and
said in view of the information received today he would suggest that the summary
Abatement action be stopped and that the owner be permitted until next Spring to
remove the debris from the property.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the summary abatement action be stopped and that the
owner be permitted to remove the debris from the property next Spring with the
matter to be brought back to the Council if necessary.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
V
57872.
November 15th9 1979.
Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspended to consider resolutions not
on the Agenda- yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274022.
a Pricing Committee to establish preliminary size, net
Resolution establishing with the issue under -
interest rates and net salrovingeallettereoflunderstandingewith tie issurehae
under
io
revenue bond issue and app and Economic Development
writers.McNellis
De appeared
of the Planning
Hart, se and Mr. explain the program.
Department appeared toyeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Devel-
C.F. No. 274023.
execution of an Assumption Agreement and Fifth Amendatory 7A.
Resolution authorizing
opment Agreement in connectioYe with the construction of Galleria Towers in Block
Adopted.
FINAL ADOPTION. pertaining to the
C.F. No. 273953. 245 of the Legislative Code p
An ordinance amending Chapter P Paul.
regulation of water rates in Y as Citof St-
6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 273982• THIRD READING.Chapter 5.04 of the Administrative Code and clarifying
An ordinance amending
the role of the City Treasurer as treasurer for the St. Paul Police Relief Association.
Laid over to November 27th for Final Adoption,
FIRST READING.
C.F. No. 274024. Ordinance to Mississipp No. 13537 pertaining to Truck Routes and deleting
An ordinance amending i Street.
Acker Street from Jackson St.
Laid over to November 27th for Second Reading.
FIRST READING.erate
C.F. No. 274025• ranting the HRA Permission to construct and maintain and op
An ordinance g Sixth Street and Minnesota St. to connection the
pedestrian overhead bridges over E.
Radisson Hotel/Town Square with the Northwestern National Bank and Bremer Building
respectively.
Laid over to November 27th for Second Rea din St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on November 13th, 1979,
Claim of Louis Hogen,
1726 E. 5th St.,
was read.
Referred to the City Attorney -
Referred I. Sinclair, Hillcrest
n Lusk,b their attorney, Minnesota, filed on Novemb13th,
Claim of David 18277oNhrt orth St. Paul Road, St. Paul,
Bank Building,
1979, was read. Attorney. Referred to the City
Claim of Lois M. Mann, 1684 Blair Ave., St. Pau],.Minnesota, filed on November 13th,
1979, was read. Attorney.
Referred to the City Paul, Minneosta, filed on November 9th,
Claim of Elayne, E. McDonnell, 1617 Suburban, St.
1979, was read. Attorney.
Referred to the City m.nneapolis, Minnesota,
Claim of Metropolitan Transit Commission, 3118 Nicollet Ave•,
filed on November 7th, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney.
11 through 14, Block 1, Como Park 2nd Addition-
Resubmitted
ddition
Resubmitted petition to rezone Lots
Referred to the Finance Department for recheck as to sufficiency.
Administrative Order # D-5119 was noted.
C.F. No. 274026. re ort and recommendations of the Citizen's Advisory Committee inue the franchising.
Resolution accepting P that the Council cont
on Cable Communications and determining
process.
(Discussion continued to the following page.)
57873!
�+ November 15th, 1979-
revious Page•) ressed appreciation to
(Discussion continued flainedrom ethe resolution and exp
President Showalter exp
the Advisory Committee. future considerations on this matter be
Councilman Levine recbmmended thatany that the matter
by the Committee of the Whole. estion and urged
Councilman Maddox said he agrees with the sugg
be discussed by the Councilr.and at this time thereed was
could ebe1the snext stepsion on s and
next steps and Councilwoman•Showalter exp
also said the resolution provides that the Council should visit other cities to
learn more about cable communication operations.
Roll call on the resolution. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
ranting Bingo Game Licenses to Holy Spirit Men's Club.
C.F. No. 274027.
Resolution g yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274028• various licenses to persons as listed.
Resolution granting yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274029.licenses to persons as listed.
various
Resolution granting Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.E. No. 274030• ranting various licenses to persons as listed.
Resolution g yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274031• ranting various licenses to persons as listed.
Resolution g Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274032.ranting Bingo Games Licenses to St. Casimir's Youth Council and St.
Resolution g
Ambrose Church Men's Club. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
lict #2 re -
President Showalter saiaiser tomorrow night and -as d it has been called to her aunawine th tcompp l completion hof is
planning a bingo fund r conditional approval pending
quirements and they are as
application forms. approval of the request.
Councilman Tedesco moved aPP Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
A D J O U R N E D AT 10:45 k.X-
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Council President.
ATTEST:
City Cl k.
Copies sent to Councilmen
Minutes approved by
Council
57874E
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
\\ 10:00 A.M.
`* NOVEMBER 20th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 10:07 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Mr. Vice President Tedesco ... 4
Absent - Councilmen Hozza, Hunt, Showalter ... 3 ( Councilwoman Hunt arrived at a
point during the meeting).
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a structure
at 302 So. Exchange. (Laid over from November 15, 1979)
Thomas Strohkirch of the Housing and Building Code Division read excerpts from
a recently received letter from Mr. Nelson concerning the heritage preservation
status of the building. He said Mr. Nelson's conclusion was that the building
was not appropriate for that use and the letter further delineates the interior
condition of the building.
John Bellows, Attorney at 435 Hamm Building and representing the Kessler estate,
said he is in opposition to the demolition. He said a quick review of the Nelson
letter shows a lack of definiteness on the building condition.
Mr. Bellows requested additional time to sell the building in '.the belief the
building can be sold.
Ed Starr, City Attorney, answered a question from Mr. Vice President Tedesco
on possible city liability by saying that the liability lies with the Kessler
estate but in the process of city inspection and recommendations the city could
be held liable'for not demolishing the building if this were the recommendation
of the department. He said the potential for city liability is there.
Mr. Bellows said they had attempted to do something with the building but there
have been some insurance problems. He said there had been one potential purchaser
but the financing fell through and they are not requesting the matter be put over
indefinitely but asking for little time.
Mr. Bellows said it fits in so well with the Irvine Park Area and it would be a
shame to demolish the building.
Councilman Levine said he has looked at this on many occasions and it is in a
hazardous condition and it would be in the best interest of the public if it were
removed. He said that what bothers him is there could be injury to a fire fighter
in the event of a future fire because of the condition of the walls.
Mr. Strohkirch confirmed there is a possibility the walls could collapse. /
Councilman Levine said if the building is properly insured at this time he would
be willing to support a delay if they would post a high performance bond or
insurance policy which meets with the approval of the City Attorney.
Ed Starr said liability coverage in the amounts of $100,000 to $300,000 would be
sufficient for the city's interests.
Councilman Levine moved that the matter be laid over not to exceed thirty days
with the understanding that at any time within the thirty days Mr. Bellows could
come in and indicate if there has been any action to save the building.
Councilman Maddox said he could not support the motion and Councilman Levine said
he is trying to get away from the old policy and into a new policy and have the
building secured.
Councilwoman Hunt arrived at this point in the meeting.
Councilwoman Hunt asked why the building has not been sold before now and she
said she would be willing to have the matter laid over until the next meeting
but beyond that she would not be agreeable to any extension like thirty days.
Councilman Levine said he wants to be sure the building is totally secured and
that it meets with the approval of the Building Department.
Councilman Levine rephrased his motion at the request of Councilman Maddox and
he moved to have the City Attorney draw up the necessary resolution which would
granhe
would
do that
tfrom Mr. Bellows thatthe has othe yt
the thirty days but necessaryinsuranceubutshhemovedstheecommit-
ment
be laid over to the November 27th meeting.
Councilwoman Hunt said she would be unwilling to have any guarantees extended to
Mr. Bellows that were he to comply with the insurance factor the matter would be
resolved to the Council's satisfaction because she said there are some other members,
of the Council who are not here who may have feelings on the subject.
Roll call on the motion to lay the matter over to November 27th.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
57875.
November 20th, 1979.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16611.
C.F. No. 273965. ranting permission to East Mall Associates and/or its successors
An ordinance g
to construct, operate and maintain ornamental street lights and conduit in the
right-of-ways of Grand Avenue. and Victoria St. and adjacent Lots 15-18,
Summit Park Addition. yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16612.
C.F. No. 273966. operate
and
An ordinance granting permission to James Wengler to construct, p
maintain ornamental is Stt-of-ways of Grand
Teadjacentet sLots 26-28,and tBlock 22,in the iSummit Park Addition.
Ave Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16613.
C.F. No. 273967. ertaining to parking meter zones
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13539, p art of
and adding parts of Jackson and Fifth Streets as listed and deleting a P
Tenth St. as listed. yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
FINAL ADOPTION.
ORD. NO. 16614.
C.F. No. 273968• ertaining to Truck Routes and adding a
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13537 p
part of E. Sixth St. from Mounds Blvd. to Maria. Nays - 0
Adopted.
SECOND READING.
C.F. No. 274010. a 6% interest rate to be charged
An ordinance fixing Resolutions No. C.F. No. 273914, 273915,
for the special assessments levied by
and 273916 upon improvements in Springside Drive, Lenox Avenue, Wildview Avenue,
Allston Street and Winthrop Avenue.
Laid over to November 27th for Third Reading.
C.E. No. 274033.
FIRST READING. ive Code pertaining to the
An ordinance amending Section 15.03 of the Administrat
time of Wednesday Council Meetings.
Laid over to November 27th for Second Readin filed on
Claim of Larry E. Brown, 934 Carroll Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota,
November 14, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Richard Biedler by Attorney David Cody, 1001 Degree of Honor Bldg.,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on November 14, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office. filed on
Claim of George Dwyer, 417 White Bear Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota,
November 16, 1979, was read.
Referred to.the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Carl Dziubak by Attorney Dan K. Nelson, 871 E. 7th St., St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on November 14, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Edward LeTendre by Attorney Daniel Klas, 143 E. 4th St., St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on November 15, 1979, was read.
office. .
Referred to the City Attorneyfiled
Claim of Teresa G. Mark, 166 N. McCarron's Blvd., St. Paul, Minnesota,
on November 16, 1979, was read.
Referred -to the City Attorney's Office. Minnesota, filed
Claim of Audrey Sehreiber, 20 E. Exchange St., A-1104, St. Paul,
on November 13, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Tamara Pavlov by Attorney
19Dan K. Nelson, 871 E. 7th St., St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on November 14,
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and complaint in the matter of William Cockriel versus the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
57876./
November 20th 1979.
Novem ,
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Thomas Szalapski, Jr. versus the MTC, City
of St. Paul.and Robert Koutz and Mathew Remachel, Jr.
Referred to the City,_Attorney.
Notice from Diana and Leonard Makens of an appeal to District Court from C.F. No.
273914, 273915, and 273916 being Resolutions Ratifying Assessments for improvements
in parts of Springside Drive, Lenox Avenue, relocated Wildview Avenue and parts
of Allston and Winthrop Streets.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Notice from Joan Nelson of an appeal to District Court from C.F. Nos. 273914,
273915 and 273916 being Resolutions Ratifying Assessments for improvements in
parts of Springside Dr., Lenox Avenue, relocated Wildview Avenue and parts of
Allston and Winthrop Streets.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Administrative Orders D 5120 and D 5121 as on file in the City Clerk's Office
were noted.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of a 1980-1982 Memorandum of Understanding
applying to Unclassified Employees holding the title of Assistant Fire Chief.
(First Reading; employment for the period January 1, 1980 thru December 31, 1982.)
Laid over to November 27th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of a 1980-1981-1982 Agreement between
the City of St. Paul and the St. Paul Police Supervisory Group. (First Reading;
employment for the period January 1, 1980 thru December 31, 1982)
Laid over to November 27th for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.F. No. 274034.
Preliminary Order for the installation of public water main in Ames Avenue from
260 feet east of Etna to 650 feet East of Etna St. and setting a date of public
hearing for December 18, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274035.
Resolution accepting the proposed plat entitled Brewster Townhouses.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274036.
Resolution authorizing support of City participationship in the process to expand
NHS (Neighborhood Housing Services) in St. Paul AND authorizing the Mayor to
support the agreement.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274037.
Resolution approving the appointment of William Eiden to a three-year term to
expire on September 21, 1982 AND the reappointment of Barbara Penn to the
Parking Commission.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman McMahon moved that the rules be suspended to consider a resolution not
on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274038.
Resolution commending Gerald Flathman for his many years of service to the
City of St. Paul and in particular to his dedication to the furtherance of
athletic programs for the youth of the city.
Both Councilmen Levine and Tedesco spoke on their long associationship with Mr.
Flathman and of his many contributions to the City.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be recessed to 7:30 P.M.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
The meeting was recessed at 10:32 A.M.
57877: \
November 20th, 1979.
7:30 P.M.
The meeting was ordered reconvened by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 7:35 P.M.
Present - Councilwoman Hunt, Councilmen Levine, McMahon, Mr. Vice President Tedesco ... 4
Absent - Councilmen Hozza, Maddox, President Showalter...3 (Councilmen Hozza and McMahon
arrived at points during the meeting.)
Mr. Vice President Tedesco announced the Annual Performance Hearing on the Community
Development Block Grant Program and he described the purpose of the hearing and announced
that oral or written comments will be received and a response to the comments can be
made in writing by the Community Development Department. He referred to staff persons
present and asked if anyone wanted to be heard. eared
Mr. Amos Roos, 1427 North Albert and Chairman of the Ad Hoc Evaluation Committee, app
and reviewed his report and outlined several recommended changes as listed in the report.
Councilman Maddox arrived at this point in the meeting.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Patton, Community Development Coordinator,
explained how the Ad Hoc Committee was formed and its purpose.
Councilman Tedesco asked if anyone else wanted to be heard and no one appeared and
the public hearing was ordered closed.
Petition of Curtis Burckhardt to rezone property on the south side of Lower Afton Road
west of McKnight to a planned development district.
Mr. Burckhardt appeared and said he met with residents last night and he agreed to
provide five single family lots at the top of the hill and he said he will foster five
nice single family homes on these lots. lie said the five lots will not be part of the
planned development district and he guarantees that at least one thousand square feet
of living space will be included in the units involved. At the question of Councilman
Maddox, Mr. Burckhardt said he will restrict the deed on the five lots to single family
homes.
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Starr, City Attorney, explained that covenants
on the deed could run with the land and be binding.
At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Burckhardt said he will sell the five lots and
develop the rest of the property and he said he doesn't want to guarantee himself as a
builder for the five single family lots. At the question of Councilman McMahon, Mr.
Burckhardt said the five lots are not part of the planned development district because
he cannot guarantee a floor plan.
Ms. McNeally of the Planning Staff said the final plan requires a building plan indicating
a site plan and square footage but does not require a floor plan.
Mr. Bill Ryan representing the Highwood Citizens Association said they heard about the
proposal for five single family lots last night but did not learn about the proposal to
restrict the deed until tonight. He expressed concern about the two double family homes
at the northwest corner and said they would like two more single family lots.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Ms. Baker of the District Council Staff said they
stand by their original position in favor of the compromise for all duplexes.
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks the developer has gone a long way -in view of the Planning
Commission recommendation for forty four units and in view of the compromises that have
been made to this point. Councilwoman Hunt referred to comments of several committees
regarding the future of single family development and said the residents could be much
worse off in the future if they do not accept this proposal.
Councilman Levine asked if any other alternatives are acceptable to Mr. Burckhardt and
Mr. Burckhardt said he is committed to constructing good homes and he thinks the two
lots on Lower Afton Road are too close to high trafficafor the single family construction.
Councilman Hozza arrived at this point in the meeting.
Mr. Burckhardt said he would prefer to leave the proposal as it is and Mr. Ryan said
the neighbors had made compromises and not the developer and he thinks they could live
with the proposal provided there was one more single family lot included.
The Council.at this time recessed for five minutes and later reconvened.
Mr. Ryan said the residents would like to see the entire western border single family
lots however they are willing to concede one lot on Lower Afton Road and agreed to the
proposal with one more single family lot and with the single family lots to be included
in the planned development district.
(Discussion continued to the following page.)
J
57878.
November 20th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page.)
Mr. Burckhardt said he has no objection to the six single family lots and he asked
clarification on the requirements that there must be constuction on the lots with-
in three years. planned unit development must be in three
Ms. McNeally said all development in the p
years with the possibility of a one year extension.
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks there are problems with the plan and the details
should be spelled out.
Councilman Hozza said during the year between the preliminary and final plan the de-
Councilman
can be discussed with the City Attorney's Office and the six lots could be
exempted from the ordinance at the time of the final plan.
Mr. Burckhardt said he can live with six family lots and at the question of Councilman
Levine he explained that there could be fexibility in the lot size of the six single
family lots.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the proposal based on the testimony tonight and the
agreement just reached and providing for six single family lots and eleven double units.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
The meeting was thereupon adjourned. (9:00 P.M.) ou Pre � dent.
ATTEST:
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL City Clerk.
9:00 P.M.
November 21, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Vice President Tedesco at 9:10 A.M.
Present - Councilwoman Hunt, Councilmen Hozza,-Levine, Maddox, Mr. Vice President Tedesco...5
...2 (Councilman McMahon and President Showalter
Absent - Councilman McMahon, President Showalter
arrive at a point during the meeting.)
Bingo Application - St. Paul Council 397, Knights of Columbus
Manager,anotifiedin t 52 periods.
to
(George W. Lambert, Grand Knight, and Clarence M. Tessling,
attend.)
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the application.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
- Guadalupe Mexican Education Society, 459 Wabasha Street, 52 periods.
Bingo Applicationua President, and Agnes Meihofer, Manager, notified to attend.)
(Father Raymond G
Councilman Levine moved approval of the application.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Ave., 52 perios.
Bingo Application - St. Peter Claver's SocClub,
andn
EvelyM University
Manager, notified
(Jacqueline L. Jansen, Secretary -Treasurer,
to attend -5
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the application.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Bingo Application - St. George Church Council, 57 W. Seventh Street, 52 periods.
(Norman L. Holmes, Treasurer, and Sharon A. Awadi, Manager, notified to attend.)
Councilman Maddox moved approveas al f the app Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman McMahon and President Showalter arrived at this point in the meeting.
Application for an On Sale Wine License by the Minnesota Museum of Art, 305 St.
Peter Street. (James V. Toscano notified to attend). The following resolution was
submitted.
C.F. No. 274039.
Resolution granting On Sale Wine License to the Minnesota Museum of Art at 305 St. Peter St.
Councilman McMahon moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
57879.
November 21st, 1979.
Application for the transfer of Taxicab No. 86 License issued to the St. Paul Yellow
Cab Company, Inc. at 400 Selby Avenue to Yellowbitd, Inc at the same address.
(Robert Janecek notified to attend.) The .following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 274040.
Resolution granting transfer of Taxicab No. 86 License from St. Paul Yellow Cab
Company, Inc. at 400 Selby Ave. to Yellowbird, Inc. at the same address.
Councilman McMahon moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
on for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License issued to A & E, Inc.
Application
for , President) at 656-60 Grand Avenue to O'Connell's, Inc. (Steve
(Evelyn
O'Connell, President) at the same address. (Steve and William O'Connell notified
to attend.) The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 274041.
Resolution granting transfer ofOnSle6 iquorGLicense,
rand Ave.RtotOuConnellaseYlncn
CCigarette Licenses from A & E, Inc.
a
at the same address.
Mr. Joe O'Neil, attorney for O'Connell's, Inc., said the papers for transfer were
ro ert
prepared over three years ago and he referred to the difficulties transferring p p y
and he said now all the papers are in order.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Public Hearing on the application for the transfer of the Off Sale Liquor License issued
to Southtown Liquor, Inc. (James R. Bresnahan, President) at40ident)Capitol
1O55aPayne
Building, to A.B.C. Liquor Warehouse, Inc. (Anna Prawdiuk,
Avenue.
No one appeared.
Councilman Levine moved approval f the application.
Adopted.
Public Hearing on the On Sale Liquor License issued to The Caves, Inc. (Peter N. Marcus,
business as the Castle Royal at 215 S. Wabasha Street. (Recommended
President) doing
for suspension by the Division of License and Permit Administration.)
Mr. Carchedi said The Caves, Inc. had now submitted the proper insurance and he recommends
that the matter be withdrawn.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the matter be withdrawn from Council consideration. \
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Public Hearing on the 44 Taxicab Licenses issued to the St. Paul Yellow Cab Company,
by Avenue. (Recommended for revocation by
Inc. (Robert Janecek, President) at 400 Sel
the Division of Licens:and Permit Administration.)
Mr. Miley, attorney representing Mr. Janecek, requested that this matter last
laid over
or withdrawn for a period of four to six months and he said during the last few months,
they have been attempting to provide better service in St. Paul and have entered into
a program with drivers for a leased program. He said he thinks the hearing is unnecessary
at this time and the Yellow group will have forty cars on the street in the next
month and shortly after that another ten cars.
At the question of Councilwoman Showalter, Mr. Garvey said the proposal is legal if
the drivers would own the automobiles and Mr. Miley said the drivers are buying the
automobiles. At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Garvey said he saw a document
about a month ago and it seemed to be in order and he said the thirty
currently licensed
vehicles are properly insured and any licenses released must have proper
At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Ray Hoganrepresentingthe General Drivers
Local said an agreement was worked out last night to satisfy the health and welfare
fund.
Councilman Levine said he thinks the matter shoroblemswin thewfuturethe
theamatterncould
seems to be satisfactory and if there are any p
be brought up again and it is in the best interest of all to carry out the plan as
proposed today. Councilman Levine moved that the matter be withdrawn from Council
consideration.
Councilwoman Hunt referred to a memorandum from the City Attorney stating that the
licenses must be revoked because they are inactive and Mr. Starr said nothing has
been done to change the ordinance that mandates the revocation of inactive licenses.
of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Starr said if someone started a lawsuit con -
At the question ld lose. At the question of Councilman
cerning this item he believes the City wou
Hozza, Mr. Starr said the licenses are currently inactiverovaluseHefsaidkiffthe slicenses
and if a transfer is granted it would require Council aPP licant after making
are revoked today the licenses could be reissued to the same app
a finding of necessity.
(Discussion continued to the following page.)
s7s8o
November 21st, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the peviouscpage.) being proposed and there must be a
Councilman Maddox said he supports
legal way to do it.
t support Councilman Levine's motion and he recogn
Councilman Hozza said he cannoizes
the problems
the the union and
t thewilproblems problem. service
saidbhe thinks ethe sCity
confidence the owner.
is opening itself to liability and he hasn't seen credibility by
Mr. Hogan sthsnandrhemsaidentwtheas rdriverseachedlwantastntohbe ownereoperatorsigt but thy haverand caretabout
about two monad
taxicab service in the City.drivers but with the owne
disagreementCouncilman
Hozza
Msaid his
stressed that1the d iversnot withtdo not have the capital to buy
rs o
the company
ilp Y
gan
the cars.
firm will offer not only radio service but maintenance
Councilman McMahon said the parent
facilities for the owner operators. rnential law-
Councilmsh the proposal if an atheelawtanduMr.bStarrcindicatedethateanytprneys to
accomp applicant'
suit, if the licenses are not revoked, would probably come from another app
He said if this hearing were continued for one month it would allow time for the
owner to move ahead with the proposal.
Councilman Levine said his motion is to withdraw the recommendation of the License
Inspector. ort the motion based on the requirements
Councilwoman Hunt indicated she cannot support
of the ordinance. hinks the only way to proceed is to continue the hearing
Councilman Hozza said he t
problems of insurance and
to next week and work out an agreement to avoid a court action.
Mr. Miley referred to the need for taxicab service, the p
the gas crunch and said no one can make a case for additional cabs in that the
the city.
Mr. Miley said it is in the best interest of the owner and the driver matter
be withdrawn.
e
Mr. Hogan also requested withdrawal and said if it is not withdrawn it should
held over three or four months.be laid over one
Councilwoman Hunt moved that "the motionany
saidoretthatohecunderstands that theirek.
Mr. Lynch representing another cab company
application is still pending and the Council must obey the ordinance and revoke the
licenses and then reissue them.
at any time to
Councilman Levine said the Council has the authority to call a meeting
Hunt said the matter to table the motion
take further action and Councilwoman takes
precedence.
update of the situation from the
Councilman McMahon said the Council can ask for an
License Inspector periodically.
Councilman Hozza said withdrawal doesn't put the City in a good position and Councilman
Maddox said he is in favor of the proposal but he is concerned about the law and will
support the motion to continue the matter.
to continue the matter for one week.
Roll call on Councilwoman HunYeas - 3 (Counci woman Hunt, Councilmen Hozza and Maddox)
Nays - 4 (Councilmen Levine, McMahon, Tedesco, President
Showalter)
Motion failed of adoption.
Councilman Levine said his motion would provide that the recommendation of the License
and Permit Division be withdrawn.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Starr said if the recommendation is withdrawn
it doesn't have to be done by a formal resolution.
Roll call on Councilman Levine's motion to withdraw the recommendation of thPr cense
sident
and Permit Division.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 (Councilmen Levine, McMahon, Tedesco,
Showalter)
Hunt, Councilmen, Hozza and Maddox)
Nays - 3 (Councilwoman
Submission of revised liquor license application to the City Council for their review.
Mr. Carchedi explained the revised application form and said they will only ask for
additional personal financial information if it is needed.
has been submitted to the groups involved or a
Councilwoman Hunt asked if the form the adoption of a
response and it was indicated that this could be done prior to
resolution.
Councilman Hozza left the meeting at this point.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the revised application form as submitted today.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
57881.
November 21st, 1979.
Councilman Maddox asked to be excused from thisafternoon's HRA meeting and
Councilman McMahon moved thattheeasregquest beNays - 0
Adopted.
cerning
Councilman Maddox referredpolicecalls
reportebehas
madebeen
t receiving
licensendivisionEand'to
bar and he asked that a p
the City Council.
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the meeting be adjourned. \
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT :10:15 A.M.
Council President.
ATTES
Ci Clerk.
Copies sent to Councilmen
Minutes approved by Council 7 3
57882.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
\ 10:00 A.M.
November 27th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:10 A.M.
Present - Councilwoman Hunt, Councilmen Maddox, McMahon, President Showalter ... 4
Absent - Councilmen Hozza, Levine, Tedesco ... 3 (Councilman Levine arrived at a
point during the meeting.)
Approval of minutes for October 25, 30, 31, November 1, 5, 6, 7, and November
8, 1979.
Councilman McMahon moved approval of the minutes.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274042.
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a structure at
302 S. Exchange. (Laid over from November 20th)
Mr. Strohkirch of the Housing Code Department said the building is still open,
the roof has collapsed and their recommendation is still to adopt the resolution
ordering correction or wrecking and removal of the structure.
John Bellows, Attorney for the estate, said his insurance agent is unable to
cover the building at the limits requested and he requested a continuance of
thirty days to allow an attempt to sell the building for rehabilitation.
Councilman Levine arrived at this point during the meeting.
Councilwoman Hunt indicated a desire to proceed with condemnation and
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution. \
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Hearing on the petition of St. Paul Companies, Inc. for the vacation of
Auditorium Street between West 5th Street and West 7th Place.
A letter of the Valuation Engineer was noted recommending approval of the
petition subject to certain terms and conditions.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilman McMahon moved approval of the petition subject to the terms and
conditions recommended by the Valuation Engineer.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Hearing was held on the petition of Darrell Butler for the vacation of part of
Mystic Street adjacent to Lots 37 and 38, Block 7, Burlington Heights Division
No. 2.
It was noted that a report of the Valuation Engineer had been prepared recommending
denial and an addendum to the report has been prepared recommending certain
terms and conditions should the Council grant the petition.
A letter of Raymond Colosimo was noted in opposition to the petition.
No one appeared.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the petition.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 273982. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16614.
An ordinance amending Chapter 5.04 of the Administrative Code and clarifying
the role of the City Treasurer as treasurer for the St. Paul Police Relief
Association.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine requested that item 23 on the agenda be considered at this
time and there was no objection.
Resolution approving an amendment to the By -Laws of the St. Paul Fire Department
Relief Association by increasing the maximum death benefit.
Andrew Margl of the Fire Department Relief Association said there is no tax
money involved in this proposal.
Councilwoman Hunt asked that the matter be laid over for a response from the
administration and she moved that the resolution be laid over for one week and
that the administration be asked to respond.
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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November 27th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page).
It was noted that there is some urgency in adopting the resolution and it
was agreed that the matter should be laid over until later in the meeting
and Mr. Margl would contact the Mayor's Office pertaining to the matter.
(See adoption of resolution at the end of the meeting).
C.F. No. 274010. THIRD READING.
An ordinance fixing a 6% interest rate to be charged for the special
assessments levied by Resolutions No. C.F. 273914, 273915 and 273916 upon
improvements in Springside Drive, Lenox Avenue, Wildview Avenue, Allston
Street and Winthrop Avenue.
Laid over to December 4th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 274024. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13537 pertaining to Truck Routes and
deleting Acker Street from Jackson St. to Mississippi St..
Laid over to November 29th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 274025. SECOND READING.
An ordinance granting the HRA permission to construct and maintain and
operate pedestrian overhead bridges over E. Sixth St. and Minnesota St. to
connect the Radisson Hotel/Town Square with the Northwestern National Bank
and Bremer Building respectively.
Laid over to November 29th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 274026. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Section 15.03 of the Administrative Code pertaining to
the time of Wednesday Council Meetings.
Laid over to November 29th for Third Reading._
C.F. No. 274043. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 16538 designating the St. Paul Public
Library / James J. Hill Reference Library as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to December 4th for Second Reading_._
C.F. No. 274044. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property
located on the northeast corner of Bradford and Ellis, aka Lots 9 and 10,
Block 82, St. Anthony Park.
Laid over to December 4th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 274045. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property
located in the southeast corner of Dale and Ashland, aka Lots 9 thru 11,
Block 16, Woodland Park Addition.
Laid over to December 4th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 274046. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property
located on the northwest corner of Christie Place and Kennard and vacated
Funk St., aka Lots 1, 2, and 27;thru 30 inclusive, Block 3, Kerwin's OutlotS.
Laid over to December 4th for Second Reading._
Councilman Levine asked that the Council consider a resolution not on the
agenda in opposition to legislation that would reduce the established levels
or alter the timetable for compliance of noise emission levels for airline
aircraft and he moved that the rules be suspended to consider a resolution not
on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274047.
Resolution encouraging the defeat of any legislation that would reduce the
table for compliance of noise emission
established levels or alter the time
levels for airline aircraft:
Councilman Levine said there is a delegation leaving tonight on this matter
and he is speaking before a group concerning this matter and Northwest Airlines
is the only airline in support of the noise standards.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274048. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning
property located on the southeast corner of Raymond Avenue and Territorial
Road, aka Lots 1 and 2 and part of Lot 3, Hoard's Subdivision.
Laid over to December 4th for Second Reading._
57884
November 27th, 1979.
Claim of Denise G., -Blackwell,
1621 Juliet Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed
on November 21, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's office.
egle, 1585 Blair Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed
Claim of Dr. George P. Na
on November 19, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's office.
Claim of HaNovember Paulson by Attorney John Burke, Jr., ovember 16, 1979, was
Northwestern
National Bank Bldg., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office. Minnesota,
Claim of Seeferts Hudson Road Nursery, 9105 Hudson Road., St. Paul,
filed on November 19, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Deborah Smith by Attorney M. A. Perelstein, 2901 Metro Drive,
X206, Minneapolis, Minnesota, filed on November 21, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office. filed on
e 601 Dayton Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota,
Claim of Eugene J. War,
November 21, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office. C.F. No. 273915,
assessment ratified by C.F. No. 273914,
for property in Burlington Heights Division
and C.E. No. Appeal
to No. 1 and
Notice of Appeal to an
filed by Leonard and Diana Makens.
Referred to the City Attorney.
C.F. No. 274049. the title of
Of
Resolution approving terms and conditions 9holding Memorandum f
Understanding applying to Unclassified Employeesnemployment for the \
Assistant Fire Chief. (Second Reading and Adoption;
0 thru December 31, 1982)
period January 19 198
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
roving terms and conditions of a 1980-1981-1982 Agreement between
C.F. No. 274050. Second
Resolution app ervisory Group.
the City of St. Paul and the ent forlt elperiodpJanuary 1, 1980 thru
Reading and Adoption; employment
December 31, 1982) Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 5
Adop Bargaining Agreement
Resolution authorizing an Amendment to the 1979 Collective Bargme
cil. (Deletes the Military Leave Clause;
between the City and the Tri-Coun
First Reading)-
ober 4th for Second Readin and Ado tion.
Laid ver to Decem
or
C.F. No. 274051.
tion setting the p olic that the City Attorney,
rather than private
ResoluY and its employees and officers in
special counsel,
shall represent the City that the
's fees for any person, group or officer or employee
all cases possible except under certain circumstances and providing
City will not pay attorney
except under certain circumstances.
esult of her motion subsequent
d this resolution is a r
Councilwoman Hunt said a discussion on the
to the payment of Mr. Carchedi's attorneys fees and after
need for a city policy.
Roll call on the resolutions - 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274052.
roving the concept of the 911 Emergency Telephone Services System
Resolution app final approval until an accurate determination can be
program and reserving the City.
made as to actual costs Yea a incurred by Nays - 0
Adopted.
the apply for Lawcon grant funds to permit
C.E. Na. olutiMayor to 3.
Resolution authorizing Field for recreation and open space.
the development of
Dunning Field
- 5 Nays - 0
Adopted.
57885 \
November 27th, 1979.
C.F. No. 274054.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget by transferring $25,000 from Contingent
Reserve -Specified to Public Improvement Aid for the Gabriel Street sewer
project. (Recommended for approval by the Finance Committee)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274055.
Resolution approving amendments to the Community Development Block Grant Year
V Program as it relates to Property Management, Property Maintenance and Property
Disposition -Contract Services. (Recommended for approval by the Finance
Committee).
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274056.
Resolution approving the issuance of $3,000,000 Port Authority Revenue
Bonds to Weyerhaeuser Co. for rehabilitation of facilities at 700 Emerald St.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274057.
Resolution approving the issuance of $920,000 Port Authority Revenue Bonds
to Kaplan Paper Box Co. to finance construction of an addition to their
building in Riverview Industrial Park.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274058.
Resolution authorizing payment to Citibank of New York on lost interest
coupons, City of St. Paul General Improvement Bonds.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274059.
Resolution approving payment of $1,300.00 from the Tort Liability Fund to
Richard Hetchler in settlement of his claim.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274060.
Resolution authorizing payment of $208.24 to State Farm Insurance Co. and
Jeannie Hogan from the Tort Liability Fund in settlement of their claims. \
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 274061.
Resolution granting Bingo Game Licenses to St. Paul Council 397,
Knights of Columbus, Guadalupe Mexican Education Society and St. George
Church Council.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274062.
Resolution granting Bingo Game License to St. Peter Claver's Social Club.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274063.
Resolution granting transfer of Off Sale Liquor License, Original Container
and Cigarette Licenses from M.G.M. Liquor Warehouse of Payne Avenue, Inc.
at 1055 Payne Avenue to M.G.M. Liquor Warehouse of Payne Avenue, Inc. at
the northwest corner of White Bear Avenue and Suburban Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 274064.
Resolution granting Transfer of Off Sale Liquor License, Original Container
and Cigarette Licenses from Southtown Liquor, Inc. at 402 Capitol Skyway
Bldg. to A.B.C. Liquor Warehouse, Inc. at 1055 Payne Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274065.
Resolution granting Bingo Game Licenses to Nativity Church Men's Club
and Blessed Sacrament Home and School Assn.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274066.
Resolution granting Building Contractor's Licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274067.
Resolution granting Building Contractor's Licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
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November 27th, 1979.
C.F. No. 274068.
Resolution granting Christmas Tree Licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274069.
Resolution granting various
licenses to persNaysons as as listed.
O
Adopted. Yeas - 5
C.F. No. 274070.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
President Showalter said she received a call yesterday from Odell Johnson
asking to speak before the City Council concerning the housinhearingg rimination
ordinance and she said she told him it would not be a public
both sides have not been notified.
Mr. Johnson appeared and expressed concern about the vote taken after the
public hearing and said he feels an explanation is warranted. He said an
explanation has been received from Councilwoman Hunt and Councilman McMahon
and he feels other Councilpersons should give an explanation of their vote.
He said he also feels the proposed McMahon resolution is a public record
and he expressed concerns that the resolution should not override the
ordinance and he said Councilman McMahon has
assured
h him
theaordinancet the ordinance
is not dead. He said he is requesting a guarantee
be shelved until after all studies are made and he feels they cannot wait
for studies without an ordinance.
C.F. No. 274071.
Resolution approving an amendment to the By -Laws of the St. Paul Eire
Department Relief Associationby increasing the maximum death benefit.
Mr. Wellington of the Mayor's Office said he has discussed this resolution
with a representative of the Fire Relief Association and with Mr. Norstrem
of the Finance Department and has been assured that the proposal will not cost
the city anything. He said he has also requested that in the future a more
formal review process be used.
Roll call on the resolution. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 5
Councilwoman Hunt moved Ythat eas the he meeting be adjoNaysurneed.
Adopted.
ADJOURNED AT 10.40A.M.
Council President.
ATTEST:
City C rk.
Copies sent to Councilmen
Minutes approved b Council
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57887.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A. -M.
Novmeber 28th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
Rose Mix, City Clerk
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 9:10 A.M.
Present - Councilwoman Hunt, Councilmen Levine, McMahon, President Showalter ... 4
Absent -Councilmen Hozza, Maddox, Tedesco
at
(It was noted that Councilman Maddox was
l
at a Civic Center Meeting and would arrive later.)
Minnesota, 408 Main Street, 51 periods. (victor J.
Bingo Application - Sokols,
Hubal, President, and Marilyn J. Lynch, Manager, notified to attend.) The following
resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 274072.
Resolution granting Bingo, Game License to Sokols, Minnesota at 408 Main Street.
Councilman McMahon moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Application by Leo H. Gadbois, On Sale Liquor Licensee at 96 N. Dale Street,
doing business as Sweeney's General Store and Saloon , to increase the area for
the service of liquor with the addition of the patio area immediately east of the
building. (Leo H. Gadbois notified to attend.) The following resolution was
submitted.
C.F. No. 274073.
in the area for the service of liquor for Leo H. Gadbois,
Resolution approving change
holder f On Sale Liquor Li addingtancense 6outside patio North Dale tarea east gofuthe ebuilding eat
General Sweeney
96 North Dale Street.
Councilman Levine moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Application for the transfer of the On SaleLiquor Licensersity issuedttoOtConnelhes
rs
Lounge,Inc. (Estate of Eugene Schultz)
at 351 Lost and Found Bar, Inc. at the same address. (Lawrence L. O'Connell notified to
attend.) The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 274074.
Resolution granting tranfer of On Sale Liquor Sunay
from Gopher
Sale
L
Cigarette LcenLounge,
Restaurant, Tavern, Off Sale Malt Beverage and Cig
Inc. at 351-3 University Ave.to the Lost and Found, Inc. at the rovedaddress.
since the City
Mr. Carchedi noted that this is the first multiple ownership app
ordinance was amended.
Councilman McMahon moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
A D J 4 ;e IT JI E D AT 9:15 A.M.
ATTEST:
2; City lerk. G
Copies sent to Councilmen
l
Minutes approved by CounciV�3/ 7
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57888.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
November 29th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt,.Levine, Maddox, McMahon, President Showalter ... 5
Absent - Councilmen Hozza and Tedesco...2
Hearing and Resolution to consider the advisability and necessity of ordering
the correction or wrecking and removal of a building at 585 Van Buren.
Mr. Strohkirch of the Housing Code Division said they brought this matter to
the City Council at the request of District 7 and because several complaints
have been received from neighbors in the area. He said the building is boarded
and could be rehabilitated.
Ron Peltier said he intends to rehabilitate the building and he said it has
been gutted inside and he could have it done by May.
After some discussion Councilman Levine moved that the hearing be continued
for four weeks to December 27, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Hearing and Resolution to consider the advisability and necessity of ordering
the correction or wrecking and removal of a structure (garage only) at
619 Mendota.
Mr. Strohkirch of the Housing Code Division said since the matter was placed
on the agenda the owners have removed the garage and Councilman Maddox moved
that the matter be withdrawn from Council consideration.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking of a structure at 453-455 E.
Page. (Laid over from November 15th, 1979)
Mr. Strohkirch of the Housing Code Division noted that the matter was laid \
over from November 15th and he has not been contacted by the new owner.
David Benshoff said he is in the process of purchasing the building and intends
fo rehabilitate it and he will board it up more securely after he completes
the purchase and he intends to commence work in spring.
Councilman Levine stressed that the building should be secured properly and
Councilwoman Hunt moved that the matter be withdrawn from Council consideration.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the rules be suspended to consider matters not
on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Mr. McNellis of the Planning and Economic Development Department referred to
a new law in the State of New York affecting real estate bonds and said as
a result of this legislation an affidavit is required and he circulated
his affidavit and urged that Councilmen read the affidavit and if they have
concerns to notify him.
Councilwoman Hunt suggested that Councilpersons read the affidavit and if
they have a problem to report to Mr. McNellis by noon today.
C.F. No. 274075.
Resolution concurring in the appointment by Councilwoman Joanne Showalter
of Jeanette M. McGinley as her Legislative Aide.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 274024. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13537 pertaining to Truck Routes and
deleting Acker Street from Jackson St. to Mississippi St.
Laid over to December 11th for Final Adoption.
57889
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C.F. No. 274025., THIRD READING.
An ordinance granting the HRA permission to construct and maintain and
operate pedestrian overhead bridges over E. Sixth St. and Minnesota St.
to connect the Radisson Hotel/Town Swuare with the Northwestern National
Bantu and Bremer Building respectively.
Laid over to December 11th, 1979 for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 274033. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Section 15.03 of the Administrative Code pertaining
to the time of Wednesday Council Meetings.
Laid over to December 11th for Final Adoption.
Claim of William R. Hilgedick, 1735 W. Skillman, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed
on November 26, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Loni Marie Houle, 279 Banfil, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
November 26, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Daniel Haselman by Attorney Jerrold M. Hartke, 450 Southview Blvd.,
Suite 1009 So. St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on November 23, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Anthony T. Kotefka, 703 Virginia St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
November 23, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Richard A. Larson, 1840 Palace Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed
on November 26, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of William McMahon and James McMahon
versus the City of St. Paul and others.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Notice of Appeal filed by Joan Nelson to an assessment ratified by C.E. No.
273914, C.F. No. 273915 and C.F. No. 273916 for property in Burlington Heights
Division No. 1. \
Filed.
Letter of Pete and Judy Regnier requesting immediate implementation of the
City Council directive for the localization of Jefferson Avenue.
Referred to the Public Works Committee.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing date for
January 8th, 1980 in the petition of Felix Diaz and Michael Eldridge for the
vacation of part of Riverview Avenue.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 5
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing date of
January 15th, 1980 in the petition of William and Bonnie Leonard for the
vacation of part of Hillwood Drive and a part of Hillwood Court.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Letter of the Director of Finance and Management Services reporting the
petition of rezone Lots 11 through 14, Block 1, Como Park Second Addition
is sufficient.
g Commission for recommendation.
Referred to the Plannin
Administrative Orders D-5122 through D-5138 as on file in the City Clerk's
Office were noted.
C.F. No. 274076. and
Resolution approving the City of St. Paul Application for abatement#96485.a cancellation of taxes and assessments as described in Application
Adopted. Yeas - 5
Resolution approving terms and conditions of the Memorandum of Agreement
between the City and Teamsters Union Local 120 regarding establishing a city-
wide Master Seniority List for truck drivers.
(Employmegt for the period
December 1, 1979 through November 30, 980;
First Laid over to December 11th for Second Reading and Adoption.
\
\ November 29th, 1979. 57890.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of a 1980-1981 Memorandum of
Understanding applying to certain Civic Center Employees holding certain
Classified titles. (Employment for the period 1980 and 1981; First Reading.
Laid over to December llthi; 1979 for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of 1980-1981 Agreements between
the City of St. Paul and ISD #625 and the International Union of Operating
Engineers, Locals 36 and 967. (Employment for the period January 1, 1980
to December 31, 1981; First Reading.)
Laid over to December 11th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution approving the terms and conditions of the 1980-1981-1982 Agreement
between the City of St. Paul, ISD #625 and the Minnesota Teamsters Public
and Law Enforcement Enployees Union Local 320. (Employment for the period
January 1, 1980 through December 31, 1982; First Reading)
Laid over to December 11th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Supervisor
of School Maintenance from Section 3.K (Professional/Administrative Supervisors)
AND substituting Building Maintenance Coordinator in Grade 20 AND amending
Section 32 of the rules by striking the specifications for the title
Supervisor of School Maintenance and inserting the specifications for the
title Building Maintenance Coordinator:. (First Reading)
Laid over to December 11th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Mr. Al Podgorski referred to the taking of his home and business in the
Thomas Dale Area and to replacement housing he purchased and he complained
about a considerable amount of work and expense needed in order to comply with
the Truth in Sale of Housing Ordinance.
Resolution amending Section 28.B Subsection 2, of the Civil Service Rules
with regard to salary at time of appointment for Accounting positions.
(First Reading)
Laid over to December 11th for Second Reading and Adoption._
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 10:35 A.M.
Council President.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M. 00
1
December 4th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilwoman Hunt, Councilmen Hozza, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco,
President Showalter...7
Absent - None.
Hearing was held on the petition of Laurence O'Connell to rezone property at 497-499
Mackubin, aka part of Block 1, Michel's Subdivision of Block 14 of Stinson's
Division.
Ms. McNeally of the Planning Staff reviewed the staff report and Planning Commission
recommendation and referred to the approval of two appeals for this property which are
contingent on the rezoning.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilman Hozza moved approval of the petition subject to conditions..as outlined in
the Planning Staff report.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274010. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD.NO. 16615.
An ordinance fixing a 6% interest rate to be charged for the special assessments
levied by Resolutions No. C.F. No. 273914, 273915 and 273916 upon improvements in
Springside Drive, Lenox Avenue, Wildview Avenue, Allston Street and Winthrop Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274043. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 16538 designating the St. Paul Public Library/James
J. Hill Reference Library as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to December 11th, 1979 for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 274044. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property
located on the northeast corner of Bradford and Ellis, aka Lots 9 and 10, Block 82,
St. Anthony Park.
Laid over to December 11th, 1979 for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 274045. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property_
located in the southeast corner of Dale and Ashland aka Lots 9thru 11, Block 16,
Woodland Park Addition.
Laid over to December 11th, 1979 for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 274046. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property located
on the northwest -corner of Christie Place and Kenr_zrd and vacated Funk St., aka Lots
1, 2 and 27 thru 30 inclusive, Block 3, Kerwin's OUtlots.
Laid over to December 11th, 1979 for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 274048. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property located
on the southeast corner of Raymond Ave. and Territorial Road, aka Lots 1 and 2 and part
of Lot 3, Hoard's Subdivision.
Laid over to December 11th, 1979 for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 274077. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property located
on the north side of Grand Ave. between St. Albans and Dale, Lot 21, Block 1,
Summit Park Addition.
Laid over to December 11th, 1979 for Second Reading.
SECOND READING.
C.F. No. 273840.
nding Section 74.02 (B) of the Legislative Code and .prohibiting
An ordinance ame
or household
discrimination in housing against families s with children. (Council
previon"siy to deny the
sitting as Legislation Committee of the Whole had 'voted
ordinance.)
Councilman Maddox withdrew the ordinance and asked that the concept be referred to
the Housing Task Force.
tter doesn't need formal referral and she moved that
Councilwoman Hunt said this ma
the ordinance be tabled.said a
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Martin, Assistant City Attorney,
n to table.
motion to withdraw takes precedent over mtheoTask Force is to deal with housing
Councilwoman Hunt said the charge given t
problems and the motion is not required and she also urged that she be given a
definition of the word "concept".
Councilman Maddox expressed concern that the Committee discuss discrimination an
housing.
Councilwoman Hunt said there is a difference of opinion and she thinks the Committee
has a broad charge to deal with housing matters.
President Showalter said the ordinance has been withdrawn and the Council is only
dealing with the matter of referring the concept to Committee.
Councilwoman Hunt said she is concerned about how the Committee will interpret
the action of the Council and Councilman Maddox said thatit is clear that in Committee
the ordinance failed by a vote of 5 in favor and 2 against.
Roll call on the motion to refer the 7concept
Nto the OHousing Task Force.
Adopted.
Councilwoman on taxicab
Hunt moved
onthat
the
rule3 in suspended tmatterlder and t dconsider na resolution
matters,
not on the agenda.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
a report from the Assistant City Attorney concerning the
Councilwoman Hunt asked for
Yellow Cab matter. said at the request of Councilwoman Hunt
Mr. Terrance Garvey, Assistant City Attorney, \
the License Inspector's staff, last Friday, went to 400 Selby to determine if license
different serial numbers and it was determined that two
plates had been switched to
vehicles serial number.
license plates didn't correspond to the di
Councilwoman Hunt said she didn't intend that the matte would bepublicshearinga
P
tting
hearing today except to ask that the City roceed and Mr. Martin of the City Attorney's
Councilman Maddox asked for the correct way to p
staff said the correct procedure would be to set a public hearing and give proper
notice to the licensee.
Councilman McMahon moved
t
that the matter
eribe referred
t theis License Committee an
Councilman Hozza suggested uickl as possible and
Councilman Maddox said that the matter should"be handled as q Y
Mr. Miley, attorney for the licensee, said he agrees that the matter should be
handled as soon as possible and he will waive notice and handle the omatter
ible anday
Councilman Levine said the matter should be cleared up as soon as p
re should be a court reporter present with
Councilman Hozza said he agrees but the
witnesses sworn in.
ted that the matter be continued to the end of today's meeting
Councilman Tedesco sugges
and Councilman McMahon withdrew his motion.
Councilwoman Hunt expressed concern about looking into the entire taxicab matter and
said we should not consider just one recent event.
Councilman Hozza said he agrees u ndothe
iscope
inof the inghYellow Cabearing uld not be limited
and the incident yesterday is j /the question of
There was considerable discussion on setting a totwaivee of hnoti.ce concerning the one
Councilman Hozza, Mr. Miley said he is willing
item mentioned yesterday but if there are other items considered he wants to know
the charges before waiving notice.
Councilman Maddox suggested that the Council consider the
allegation
madeave theyCity
esterday
and Councilman Hozza said he thinks the proper way
to proceed is Attorney and License Inspector send proper notice and setting a hearing in about
two weeks.
Councilman Maddox said he hopes all allegations are referred to the City Attorney
for preparation of a public hearing.Cab Company asking
Councilwoman Hunt referred to an August 20th .letter sent:to Yellow
for a progress report.
(Discussion continued to the following page.)
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(Discussion continued from the previous page.)
Councilman Tedesco suggested that a date be set and discussion be curtailed
and Councilman Levine said allegations were made and a response should be
made before setting a hearing.
At the question of Councilwoman Showalter, Mr. Martin of the City Attorney's
staff suggested that specific allegations be given to the licensee with proper
notice of hearing.
Mr. Miley said he is aware of the rights of his client and will waive notice and
due process requirements.
There was again some discussion in an attempt to set a date of hearing after
which Councilman Hozza moved that a date of hearing be set after a discussion
between the License Inspector and the attorneys involved and with proper notification
to the licensee.
Yeas = 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Levine referred to an agreement involving Gopher Elks and the construction
of a new building and he said that he has been informed that the general contractor
is not in compliance regarding minority participation. He also said the general
contractor is different then the information received by the HRA Board and the
Council should know whether they intend to comply.
Doug Ford of the PED Staff referred to the requirements to contractors to file
affirmative action plans and said notice has been given and a ten day period to
file a plan will end Friday and if no plan is submitted the HRA Board can take
action. At the question of Councilman Levine, Mr. Ford said the HRA has not
required approval of contractors and the developer has the right to use the contractor
they want.
Councilman Levine asked Mr.. Lewis about review of affirmative action plans to avoid
problems in the future and Mr. Lewis said in order to shut down a contract 'they must
find them in violation of an ordinance and he will run an evaluation of the firm in-
volved. Councilman asked for a report at the conclusion of the ten day period.
C.F. No. 274078.
Resolution concurring in appointments to serve on the CAB/CJCC (Corrections Advisory
Board/Criminal Justice Coordinating Council).
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Claim of Frances Hatfield by Attorney Steven Berndt, 2300 Central Ave., N.E. Minneapolis,
Minnesota, 55418, filed on November 28th, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Claim of Delvina Marsh, 1216 Ashland Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, 55104, filed on
November 30, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Claim of Jean Wright by Attorney Robert P. Tolaas, 9th wasoreaderce Building, St.
Paul, Minnesota, 55101, filed on November -28th, 1979,
Referred to the City Attorney.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Margaret and Daniel Donovan vs. the Cit of St.
Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Mark Kubes vs. the Cit of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending a public hearing for Jan. 3, 1980 for
the vacation of portions of Seventh Place and Cedar St.
Councilman Hozza moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Mildred Walsh vs. the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Report of the State Auditor on the financial affairs of the City. -of St. Paul Fire
Department Relief Association for the year ended December 31, 1978.
Filed.
Letter of R. Scott Davies, Attorney for the Jasaka Company requesting a public
hearing to consider a vacation of portions of Arundel and Orange Streets as
originally submitted on February 1, 1978. ,
Councilman Hozza moved that a hearing date be set for January 8th, 1980.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Petition to rezone Lots'7 through 12, Block 69 Lorena Park.
Referred to the Finance Dept. for check as to sufficiency.
a public hearing date for January 8th,
Letter of the Valuation Engineer recommending
1980, in the petition of Felix Diaz and Michael Eldridge for the vacation of part
of Riverview Avenue. royal of the recommendation.
Councilman McMahon moved aPP Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
, D-5141, D-5142, as on file in the Office o
Administrative Orders D-5139, D-5140
the City Clerk, were noted.
an Amendment to the 1979 Collective Bargaining Agreement between
C.F. No. 274079. Leave Clause; Second Reading
Resolution authorizing
the City and the Tri -Council. (Deletes the Military
and Adoption.) yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274080.Bingo Game License to Greater East Side Community Council District
Resolution granting
#2/Sunrise. yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274081. tin the plan for District A.Resolution adopting Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Resolution adopting Rules and Regulations governing the appointment of Judges o -Laid over to December 11th for
Election in the City l St. Paul. (First Reading
Second Reading.)
C.F. No. 274082• Sunday On Sale Liquor License renewals to Dacotah Corp. and
Resolution granting AND granting new Sunday On Sale Liquor License to G & T,
Garcia's Restaurant, Inc.
Inc. at 738 University Ave. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Inc. dba
Resolution granting Drive
C.F. No. 274083.
-In RestauraAve. cense to C & C investments,
Wendy's Restaurant at 612 Univeasity7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274084.Restaurant License to McDonald's at 1841 Suburban Ave.
Drive -In
Resolution granting yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Resolution granting General Repair Garage License to Snelling Auto Repair, Inc. at
97 N. Snelling Ave.
proper notification to the neighborhood
Councilman McMahoon December tl2thswith tpr Pe referred back to the License Committee
to be considered
contacts. yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274085. e License and other licenses
Resolution granting transfer of Off Sale Malt Bever
from Marvin Edelstein at 178 Yeas rd7St. to Ken
n johOson at the same address.
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274086.a License of Edwin Huke at
Resolution granting transfer of General Repair Garage
183 W. Sixth St. to 313 Front Ave.Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274087• sfer of Off Sale Malt Beverage and other licenses from
Resolution granting tran
Li'l General Stores, Inc. at 532 White Bear Ave. to Tom Thumb Food Markets at the
same address. yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274088.
Resolution granting transfer of Catering License of Robert G. Hansen at 366 Wacouta
St. to 333 Sibley St.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274089.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274090.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274091.
Resolutim approving the sale of 759 E. Cook Ave., 401 Annapolis St. and 1037
Dayton as tax forfeited property.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274092.
Resolution approving payment of $509.56 to Mary Herbst, $66.74 to William Halgren
and $22.00 to John Joyce out of the Tort Liability Fund in settlement of their
respective claims.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274093.
Resolution amending the legal description contained in C.F. No. 274006 being a
resolution granting the petition of Edward Wam,et al, for the vacation of parts
of alleys in the block bounded by Maryland Ave.. West, Como Blvd., Avon Street
and Rose Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274094.
Resolution appointing Greg Haley to the St. Paul Heritage Preservation Commission
to.fill the unexpired term of Gene Rosenblum.
Councilman Levine said it is unfortunate that Mr. Rosehblum cannot continue and
he did an excellent job and performed well and recently he wrote an article about
the history of St. Paul. He said he would like to complement and thank him for
his work on the committee.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox said he has been receiving many calls on the NIS program and
he suggested a briefing on the program.
President Showalter said the matter can be put on the agenda and Councilman Maddox
suggested that districts be notified so that they can hear the same presentation.
Councilman Hozza referred to an article on the subj.ect in the most recent National
Cities Magazine and suggested this be read prior to the matter being put on the
agenda for discussion.
President Showalter said she will check with the proper people and the matter could
be put on next Tuesday's agenda.
Councilwoman Hunt referred to previous action taken concerning the ordinance prohibiting
discrimination in housing to families with children and said she would like
clarification of the term "concept" and she said the task force will discuss the
issue of housing for families and children but not as a discrimination issue.
Councilman Hozza said he thinks the item is up to the committee and they could discuss
the matter if they wish.
Councilman Levine said the scope of the issue should be defined for the committee.
Councilman McMahon suggested that each Councilman express their feelings to the
task force and Councilman Hozza suggested that all persons write a letter to the
committee to express their feelings and there was general agreement to the suggestion.
Councilman McMahon moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 11:30 P.M.
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57896.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
\ 9:00 A.M.
December 5th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 9:15 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Showalter...5
Absent - Councilmen Hunt and Hozza...2 (Councilmen Hunt and Hozza arrived at a
point during the meeting)
Bingo Application - Nels Wold Chapter No. 5, Military Order of the Purple
Heart, 51 periods. (Carl Falkowski, Bingo Treasurer, and Joseph Nicosia,
Manager, to attend).
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 274095.
Resolution granting Bingo Game license to Nels Wold Chapter 5Military Order
, Y
of the Purple Heart.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Application for On Sale Malt Beverage License by Godfather's Pizza of Minnesota,
Inc. at 1490 University Avenue. (Daniel J. Vap, Vice President, notified to
attend).
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 274096.
Resolution granting Restaurant License and On Sale Malt Beverage License to
Godfather's Pizza of Minnesota, Inc. at 1490 University Avenue.
Councilman McMahon m --nv31 of the resolution.
Adopted.
Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor License
esident)Sunday
48nES
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ale
Liquor License issued to G.R.M., Inc. (Louis P. Danna,
Fourth Street, doing business as Luigi's, to G.R.M., Inc. (Charles W'ThomassE
President) at the same address. (Charles W. Erickson, John R. Rupp,
Erickson and Steven E. Wirth, notified to attend).
Mr. Carchedi said Mr. Danna, Attorney for the applicants, has requested a one
week lay over and Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be laid over for
one week to December 12th.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Malt Beverage and miscellaneous
licenses issued to Emil J. Rishavy andEdward F. Bartizal at 1093 W. Seventh
Street, doing business as B and R Bar, to Robyn Marshall at the same address.
(Robyn Marshall notified to attend).
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 274097.
Resolution approving transfer of Restaurant, On and Off Sale Malt Beverage
and Cigarette licenses from Emil J. Rishavy and Edward F. Bartizal at
1093 W. Seventh Street to Robyn Marshall at the same address doing business
as the Old West Saloon.
Councilwoman Hunt and Councilman Hozza arrived at this point in the meeting.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Public hearing on the application for an On Sale Wine, On Sale Malt Beverage
and Class C2 -Restaurant Licenses by Bear Investment and Leasing, Inc.
(Patrick A. Carlone, President) at 361 W. Seventh Street.
Mr. Carchedi said the applicationhasbeen reviewed by him and the City Attorney
and the recommendation is for app
(Discussion continued to the following page).
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(Discussion continued from the previous page).
Pierre Regnier, Attorney representing'the West Seventh Federation, said this
is the third time Mr. Carlone has'requested a license at this address and two
previous applications for a liquor license were denied. He said the building
is the same, the door is in the same location and the opposition is the same
and the people oppose the application because of the many bars already in the
area. He said the matter should be denied on the basis of the location to a
church and he said the main entrance is a doorway added since the first
application and is in an alley way.
Mr. Regnier also alleged a falsification of the license application and
referred to questions about crime convictions and said the applicants signed
in the negative and he referred to an admission of crime by Patrick Carlone
and to a disorderly conduct charge to John Carlone and he said the incident
of assult on David Thune should be taken into consideration. He said the
West Seventh Federation requests denial of the application based on the facts
presented.
Major Jack Hart, representing the Salvation Army, said the situation has not
changed concerning the location and he thinks it is an inappropriate use in
relation to the church and.he urged denial of the application.
Frank Richards, President of the West Seventh Federation, said their board took
action to request denial of the application. He said nothing has changed
and the building is still within 3001of the Salvation Army Church and lawsuits
by the Carlones against 13 people in the community are still pending.
Mr. Sedberg (?), 1333 W. Seventh St. and owner of property at 384 No. Smith,
referred to several incidents and said Mr. Carlone has harassed him since he
bought the property.
Patrick Carlone alleged that remarks by the group in opposition are lies and
he said on his first application he stated that he was convicted of a felony
but since then has received a full pardon. He said the neighboring property
is a single family house with three or four families living in it and he doesn't
want this house and the Salvation Army built their church near two other bars
and within three hundred feet of his building. He said the West Seventh
Federation has publicly slandered him and has circulated lies and he will
continue his action in court. He referred to the charge against his son and
said he was kicked by Mr. Thune and another person. He said he has spent
every dime of their money to upgrade this building and they plan an Italian
restaurant and it would be ridiculous not to have wine and beer and he doesn't
intend to have a bar. He said the entrance was put in at the request of the
Building Department to serve the handicapped and he hasn't done anything illegal
and has lived upstairs in the building and will continue to do so.
Dwayne Berdell an employee of the law firm representing Mr. Carlone and
appearing as a spokesman and not as attorney said Mr. Carlone has a court order
stating he does not have to disclose a conviction except in a criminal court.
He commented further in support of the application and urged that it be approved.
Joe Carruso (?) spoke in support of the Carlone business and expressed the
need for unity within the community. He said other bars were there when the
Salvation Army moved in and remodeled the theater as a church.
Jim Marshall spoke in support of the Carlone application and said they should
be given an opportunity in the community.
No-one else appeared and Councilman Maddox moved that the public hearing be
closed with discussion limited to Councilmembers.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine asked Mr. Regnier is he was aware of the court order and
Mr. Regnier said he took a deposition in fall and the conviction was mentioned
but not the pardon. He said the files of the Police Department show a burglary
conviction and his statement only pertains to the question on the application.
Councilman Levine asked about the distance factor because the Salvation
Army has expanded and Mr. Byrne, Assistant City Attorney, said if the main
entrance is over three hundred feet away from a church they are not in
violation of the law.
fortunate situation in the neighborhood
Councilwoman Hunt said this is an un
and there would be need to outline facts in order to deny the application
and she suggested that both parties get together and explore some type of an
agreement.
Councilman Tedesco referred to a restaurant in another area that he voted
against and since then it is one of the finest restaurants in the city.
Councilman Levine said he thinks the Federation has worked hard to get
stability in the neighborhood and he is concerned that if it is approved
the applicants would come in under adverse and hostile conditions.
Councilman Maddox expressed agreement to the need for an agreement and moved
that the matter be continued for one week to December 12th with instructions
that the attorneys for both sides get together and try to work out an
agreement.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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December 5th, 1979.
Public Hearing on the application for a Game Room, Pool Hall and Class
D -Original Container Licenses at 1017 Selby Avenue by John S. Johnson.
(Recommended for denial by the Division of License and Permit Administration).
Mr. Carchedi reported that the applicant had withdrawn his application.
The Council at this time recessed to 11:00 A.M. (Recessed at 9:15 A.M.)
The meeting was ordered reconvened at 11:25 A.M. by President Showalter.
Present - Councilmen Hozza, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, President
Showalter ... 6
Absent - Councilman Tedesco...I (it was noted that Councilman Tedesco
had asked to be excused for another meeting).
C.F. No. 274098.
Concurring resolution pertaining to the City of St. Paul, Minnesota,
acting by and through its Housing and Redevelopment Authority, Residential
Rehabilitation Revenue Bonds.
Mr. Hart, Staff Attorney, explained the resolution and said it is a
concurring resolution giving authority to HRA to issue Below Market Housing
and Rehabilitation Revenue Bonds.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 11:30 A.M.
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57899.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
\ December 6th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
NO MEETING - LACK OF QUORUM.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
December 11th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:05 A_M_
Present Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 6
Absent - Councilman Hozza...I (Councilman Hozza arrived at a point during the
meeting).
C.F. No. 274024. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16616.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13537 pertaining to Truck Routes and
deleting Acker Street from Jackson St. to Mississippi St.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274025. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16617.
An ordinance granting the HILA permission to construct and maintain and
operate pedestrian overhead bridges over E. Sixth St. and Minnesota St. to
connect the Radisson Hotel/Town Square with the Northwestern National Bank
and Bremer Building respectively.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274033. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16618.
An ordinance amending Section 15.03 of the Administrative Code pertaining
to the time of Wednesday Council Meetings.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274043. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 16538 designating the St. Paul Public
Library/James J. Hill Reference Library as a Heritage Preservation Site.
Laid over to December 18th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 274044. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property
located on the northeast corner of Bradford and Ellis, aka Lots 9 and 10,
Block 823 St. Anthony Park.
Laid over to December 18th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 274045. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property
located in the southeast corner of Dale and Ashland, aka Lots 9 thru 11,
Block 16, Woodland Park Addition.
Laid over to December 18th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 274046. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property
located on the northwest corner of Christie Place and Kennard and vacated
Funk St., aka Lots 1, 2, and 27 thru 30 inclusive, Block 3, Kerwin's
Outlots.
Laid over to December 18th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 274048. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property
located on the southeast corner of Raymond Avenue and Territorial Rd., aka
Lots 1 and 2 and part of Lot 3, Hoard's Sub.
Laid over to December 18th for Final ption.
Ado
C.F. No. 274077. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property
located on the north side of Grand Ave. between St. Albans and Dale, Lot 21,
Block 1, Summit Park Addition.
Laid over to December 13th for Third Reading_.
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57901.
December 11th, 1979.
C.F. No. 274099. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13539 pertaining to Parking Meter
Zones and deleting parts of Fifth and Auditorium Streets.
Laid over to December 18th for Second Reading,
C.F. No. 274100. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Section 382.03(D)(3) of the St. Paul Legislative Code
relating to filing of campaign reports.
Laid over to December 18th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 274101. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Section 152.09 of the St. Paul Legislative Code;
providing for the initial licensing of vehicles not more than two (2)
years old as taxicabs.
Laid over to December 18th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 274102.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget by transferring $1,900 from Contingent
Reserve -General to West Side Health Center. (Letter of Finance, Management
and Personnel Committee recommends approval).
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Claim of Howard A. Cullen, Sr., 1944 Summit Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota,
filed on December 3, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Randy A. Davis, 23555 July Avenue No., Scandia, Minnesota, filed on
November 30, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mrs. J. Greene, 1365 Van Buren Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
November 30, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Peter Giefer, 1197 Conway St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
December 3, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mrs. Mary Nell Regner, 1535 Maywood St., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed \
on December 3, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Lorraine A. Reitberger, 2016 Clear Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota,
filed on November 30, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney Office.
Claim of Miss Berdena Underdahl, 1293 Grand Avenue, Apt. 201, St. Paul,
Minnesota, filed on December 4, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of Packaged Furniture and Carpet Co.
versus the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of George and Alice Svendsen versus
Melvin Closmore and the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Finance, Management and Personnel letter recommending approval to increase
complement of full time employees from 311 to 4 at the zoo.
Councilwoman Hunt moved concurrence with the committee recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Administrative Orders D-5143 through D-5161 as on file in the City Clerk's
Office were noted.
C.F. No. 274103.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of the Memorandum of Agreement
between the City and Teamsters Union Local 120 regarding eestaablishing a
the
City-wide Master Seniority List for truck drivers. (Employment
period December 1, 1979 through November 30, 1980; Second Reading and
Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274104.
s and .conditions of a 1980-1981 Memorandum of
Resolution approving term
Civic Center Employees holding certain
Understanding applying to certain
Classified titles. (Employment for the period 1980 and 1981; Second Reading
and Adoption)
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274105.reements between the
Resolution approving terms and conditions of 1980-1981 Ag
City of St. Paul and ISD #625 and tinternationor al
period Januaryopera1,n1980
Union Of
Engineers, Locals 36 and 967. (Employment
to December 31, 1981; Second Reading and Adoptionays ) 0
Yeas - Adopted.
C.E. No. 274106.reement
Resolution approving the terms and conditions of the 1980-1981-1982 Ag
between the City of St. Paul, ISD #625 and the Minnesota Teamsters Public
and Law Enforcement Employees Union Local 320. (Employment for the period
January 1, 1980 through December 31, 1982; Second Reeading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 6
Nays -
C.F. No. 274107.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Supervisor
of School Maintenance from Section 3.K (Professional/Administrative
Supervisors) AND substituting Building Maintenance Coordinator in Grade 20
AND amending Section 32 of the rules by striking the specifiatons or
specifications for
title Supervisor of School Maintenance and inserting
the title Building Maintenance Coordinator. N(Secondd Reading and Adoption)
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274108. of the Civil Service Rules
Resolution amending Section 28.B Subsection 2, Positions'
with regard to salary at time of appointment for Accounting p
(Second Reading and Adoption)Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274109. appointment of
Resolution adopting Rules and Regulations governingthe a p
Judges of Election in the City 6f St. Paul. N(Secondd Reading and Adoption) \
Adopted. Yeas -
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Maintenance
Coordinator from Section 3.J, Grade 16, Professional/Administrative Non -
Supervisors group AND substituting the title Maintenance and Capital Improvement
Planner in Grade 15 and amending Section 32 of the Rules by striking the
specifications for the title Maintenance Coordinator AND inserting the spec-
ifications for the title Maintenance and Capital Improvement Planner.
(First Reading; Finance Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to December 18th for Second Reading and Ado tion.
the Civil Service Rules by striking the present Section 17
Resolution amending
(Transfers) in its entirety and substituting a new Section 17. (First Reading;
Finance Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to December 18th for Second Readin and Ado tion.
Resolution adding Section 33 to the Civil Service Rules entitled "Employee
Referral Procedures". (First Reading;
Finance Committee recommends app
Laid over to December 18th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending Section 32 of the Civil Service Rules by striking the
specifications for the title Architect I, II and III and
Fsu stituting�ing in lieu
thereof new specifications for aforementioned titles.
Finance Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to December 18th for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.F. No. 274110.eals and Review
Resolution approving the action of the St. PauBoard of
(Wallace Johnson, appellant)
with regard to property at 731 N. Snelling. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 274111.
Resolution approving the action of the St. Paul Board of Appeals and Review
with regard to properties at 390 Thomas Ave. and )13 Wacouta. (Leo Fischer
and Custom Properties, Inc. respective appellants)
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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C.F. No. 274112.
Resolution authorizing issuance of $6.;290,000 Port Authority Revenue Bonds
to finance acquisition of the Gallery Professional Building by v
Associates.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274113.
Resolution approving the issuance of $790,000 Port Authority Revenue Bonds
to the Lowry Development Co.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274114.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $80,000 from Contigent
Reserve -Specified to Public Works -Winter Street Maintenance. (Finance Committee
recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274115.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $3,000 from City Attorney
Administration - Telephone to Mediation Expense - Attorney's Fees. (Finance
Committee recommends approval) 6 Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas -
C.F. No. 274116.
Resolution transferring funds from activities as listed to activities as
listed in CD Year 1-5, inclusive. (Finance Committee recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274117.
Resolution amending the 1979 Capital Improvement Budget and adding $1,314,00
to the E. Seventh St. UDAG and $1,875,000 to Brown and Bigelow Relocation
UDAG. (Monies received from HUD as part of the Urban Development Action Grant
Program; Finance Committee recommends approval)
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274118.\
Resolution supporting the Lexington-Hamline energy project and authorizes
city assistance to the Community Council in securing funds for the Project
from State and Federal governments and the private sector.
Teranferred to
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needlandereason for therproposaltfrom the and urged support
community
port
of the resolution.
Councilwoman Showalter expressed commendation to the community for the work
on this project.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274119.
Resolution designating polling places as listed outside precinct boundaries an
approving expenditures and procedures as listed in connection with the Special
Primary Election, December 18, 1979, in connection with the Legislative
District No. 66 (Senate) vacancy.
Councilman Levine said some polling places were changed a few years ago into
elderly and
some of the report o voting
faciliti.esoandeprogress madehtodicapped accomodatedhe
the
requested a report on voting
handicapped.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution amending C.F. No. 274001 as to paramedic and ambulance fees and
substituting new language for the phrases involving salaries wherever they
may appear. Union appeared and requested that the
Dennis Kessler of the Fire Fighters U
Hunt moved that the resolution be laid
matter be continued and Councilwoman
over for one week to December 18th.
Adopted.
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274120.
Resolution granting variYeaslic6nses to persNaysons as listed.
O
Adopted.
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C.F. No. 274121.
Resolution granting various licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.E. No. 274122.
Resolution authorizing an application to the State of Minnesota for conveyance
of parts of Lots 10, Block 31 and Lots 11 thru 16, Block 31, Auerbach and
Hands Addition as tax -forfeited lands. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 274123.
Resolution changing the name from Furness and Curve Streets to Furness Parkway.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274124.
Resolution approving the preliminary plan of Curtis E. Burckhardt for Planned
Development District for property located on south side of Lower Afton Rd.
between McKnight and Winthrop.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274125.
Resolution granting application for On Sale Malt Beverage license to James Mann,
dba Hickory Stick at 777 Selby Avenue also On Sale Wine License.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274126.
Resolution setting date of public hearing for December 27, 1979 for approval
of proposed Sewer Service Charges.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Mr. Albert Brisson appeared and expressed concern about a proposal for Cable
TV and referred to groups of people in opposition.
Councilman Tedesco said he made a suggestion to investigate the possibility
of a partnership proposal involving the City of St. Paul.
Councilman Hozza arrived at this point in the meeting.
Councilman Levine said the recent trip to other cities was worthwhile and
he found that the elderly derive a considerable benefit from Cable TV and he
also referred to the possibility of security systems and alarm systems using the
TV cable.
Councilman Maddox said the Cable TV issue is a very important issue and the
Council should look at other cities and should also lay out the ground work
on how to proceed. \
Mr. Brisson urged that there be a public hearing on the subject.
Councilman Levine suggested that interested people read the citizen report
and he said he agrees on the need for a very thorough discussion.
Doris Pobaisk, 1946 Beechwood, appeared and filed a petition requesting that
the daily barriers on Kenneth St. between Hillcrest and Bohland be removed.
She explained that Highland Catholic School blocks the street during recesses
and the noon hour and it is very difficult for drivers to get through the area.
Councilman Levine recalled a previous meeting on the subject and he said he
thinks it is now time to have a meeting and hear from both sides of the issue.
Councilman McMahon said he will bring the matter before the Public Works Committee
and arrange for a meeting in the neighborhood to consider the facts.
The matter was ordered referred to the Public Works Committee.
Councilman Hozza asked if the Citizen Report on Cable TV had been referred to
a committee and Councilwoman Showalter referred to agreement that the matter
would be considered by the City Council.
Councilman Maddox said when the report was filed he suggested that it be considered
by the Council.
Councilwoman Hunt suggested that the matter be put into a committee for
discussion in order that all comments on the matter could be heard in committee.
Councilman Levine said he thinks it should be a committee of the whole.
Councilman Hozza asked who is chairman of the Energy Committee and Ms. Showalter
said she is still chairing the committee and prefers not to leave the committee
and very soon the committee will meet and consider a timetable concerning Cable TV.
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Councilman Tedesco moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 11:00 A.M.
Council President.
ATTEST;
City Clerk.
Copies sent to Councilmen �/a /17
Minutes approved by Council ,/ A'6)
57906. .
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
December 12th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilwoman Hunt, Councilman Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President
Showalter...6
Absent - Councilman Hozza...I (Councilman Hozza arrived at a point during the meeting.)
Bingo Application - Women of the Moose, St. Paul Chapter 70, 1795 E. Seventh Street,
26 periods. (Ione Grams, Recorder, and Ellen Mae LaValle, Manager, to attend.)
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the application.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor and miscellaneous licenses issued
to G.R.M., Inc. (Louis P. Danna, President) at 48 E. Fourth Street, doing business
as Luigi's, to G.R.M., Inc. (Charles W. Erickson, President) at the same address. (This
matter was previously considered on December 5, 1979.)
It was noted that the attorney for the applicant has requested that the matter be
laid over for one week and Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be continued for
one week to December 19th, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution granting General Repair Garage License to Snelling Auto Repair, Inc. at 97
No. Snelling Avenue.
Jim Delay of the Information and Complaint Office referred to a file of complaints on
this property and said during the last week he observed parking in the front yard which
is against the conditions of the Zoning Board.
Councilman Hozza arrived at this point in the meeting.
He also said he received a complaint about noise and late operation and he said the
owner promised to move.the cars but they still haven't been moved as of yesterday.
Councilman Levine said we should find out the proposal for the use of the two empty
lots owned by the Fire Department. \
Mr. George Jurgenson appeared and expressed concern over this matter and said the
applicant uses vacant property that he does not own and also uses the boulevard as
a driveway.
Councilman Tedesco moved that the application be denied and Councilwoman Hunt urged
that the matter be laid over and referred back to the District Council with instructions
to meet with the applicant.
After further.discussion Councilman Tedesco moved that the matter"be laid over for four
weeks to January 2nd, 1980 with proper notification to the applicant.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Public hearing on the application for an On Sale Wine, On Sale Malt Beverage and Class
C2 -Restaurant Licenses at 361 W. Seventh, by Bear Investment and Leasing, Inc.
(Patick A. Carlone, President). This matter was previously considered on Dec. 5, 1979.)
President Showalter noted that.a letter had been received by the West Seventh Street
Federation asking that the matter be tabled until lawsuits are resolved.
Mr. Earl Gray, attorney representing the applicant, said they did not hold a meeting
because they felt the lawsuit would be brought up as a tool and the lawsuits are not
relevant to this matter. He said he thinks the letter of Mr. Regnier asking a settlement
of the lawsuits is improper and he urged that the license be acted on today and he
said they will respect any conditions the Council puts on the license. He circulated
pictures of the building showing improvements that have been made.
Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be laid over for two weeks.
Councilwoman Hunt asked about direction on what should take place in the next two weeks
and Councilman Maddox said it is his intent to have discussion during the interim period.
Mr. Gray said he will not negotiate on the lawsuits and the license should be considered
today.
Roll call on the motion to lay the matter over for two weeks.
Yeas - 3 (Councilmen Hozza, Maddox, Tedesco).
Nays - 4 (Councilmen Hunt; -Levine, ricT_4ahon,.President
Showlater)
Motion failed of adoption.
(Discussion continued to the following page.)
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December 12th, 1979.
(Discussion continued from the previous page.) , _
Councilwoman Hunt said we should discuss what action should be taken and what
the role of the City should be in the lawsuits and she asked if Mr. Gray would
discuss the matter with Mr. Regnier.
Councilman Levine said he thinks the sides are polarized and the lawsuits cause
a further breakdown and there should be a public discussion on the matter.
Councilman Tedesco said Mr. Regnier told him that he had no success in attempting
to meet with Mr. Gray.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Starr said he agrees that the lawsuits
should be decided in court and the Council has no proper role in using the lawsuits
in connection with granting the. -license.
Councilwoman Hunt asked for Mr. Gray's response to Mr. Regnier's letter and Mr.
Gray started to proceed with answering some of the conditions requested and said they
are willing to put a handicapped only sign on the back door.
Russell Brown, attorney representing several individuals in the lawsuits, commented
on the inappropriate entrance in the alleyway and said Mr. Regnier has unsuccessfully
tried to set up a meeting on the matter. He said he thinks the West Seventh Federation
wants to negotiate the matter.
Councilman Tedesco said he thinks a two week layover is in order and he thinks some
of the items are negotiable and he so moved.
Councilman Levine said he has no objection to negotiating as long as it doesn't become
a one sided matter.
Mr. Gray said he doesn't know who and what to talk about in the next two weeks but he
will talk to Mr. Truesdale, representing the Salvation Army, but not the others unless
there are specific issues.
Roll call on the motion to lay the matter over for two weeks to December 26th, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Public hearing on the application for a Dance.Hall and Class_D-Original Container License
by Prentiss Hamilton at 908 University Avenue.
George Smith, 911 Aurora, read a statement in opposition to the application and referring
to many improvements -in the area and he said that he thinks this License would
depreciate the improvements that have been made in the neighborhood. He referred
to excessive noise less then 100 feet from his home and said there is no parking
facility at the hall. He said he believes it will cause an increase in vandalism and
crime and he urged the License be denied.
Mr. Carchedi said the applicant has met all the requirements and his recommendation
is for approval subject to this public hearing. At the question of Councilwoman
Hunt, Mr. Carchedi said there is no off street parking in connection with the operation.
A representative of the District #8 Planning Council said they have taken action to �
support the residents but request the matter be laid over to allow time for the
full neighborhood council to meet and consider the matter.
Councilman Levine said he doesn't think we need another dance hall in the area and he
asked about the basis for denial and Mr. Starr said the Council would have to take
testimony and then make a decision.
Mr. Latuff said he has been a businessman in the area for 47 years and put up a new
building and doesn't think there should be a dance hall without parking.
President Showlater asked if anyone wanted to be heard in favor of the application
and no one appeared.
Councilman Hozza moved that the application be denied on the basis of a previous
hearing and on the basis of testimony taken today because of the lack of parking,
the adverse relationship to abutting residential property and because of other
detrimental and environmental considerations and specifically noise and the littering
of trash.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Public hearing on the application for the transfer of the Off Sale Liquor License
issued to MGM Liquor Warehouse; Inc. at 1110 W. Larpenteur Avenue to 1102-4 West
Larpenteur Avenue.
Don Elvester read and submitted a petition in opposition to the application and referred
to various conditions of the previous application and to increased problems and he
urged denial of the application.
Mr. Carchedi noted that the applicant has met all the requirements and that his recommenda-
tion for approval.
Mr. Ed Driscoll, attorney representing MGM, said they have spent about $20,000 to
address the conditions referred to by Mr. Elvester and he said they plan a new
building and propose to tear down the old building. He said the Public Works Dept.
won't allow parking signs in the alley and there is no access to the alley generated
by MGM and a light in alley was taken down at the request of one of the neighbors.
He said if the transfer is approved the building will be moved and will allow additional
parking away from the corner and they are not expanding and are proposing a building
of similar square footage. He said Mr. Fritz of District 410 has had the plans for
a number of months and they have received no complaints or contact until today.
(Discussion continued to the following page.)
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December 12th9 1979,
(Discussion continued from the previous page.)
Mrs Elvester said their driveway was replaced by MGM only to replace what his
customers had broken.
e matter be laid over for two weeks and that
Councilman Maddox moved that th
Mr. Driscoll be asked to meet with the neighborhood.
nnig Mr.
Fritz, notchairman of the
District
plan #10Pla meetingnhasonot1beenaheldid hbetween1the�10
off
ce has
parties.
Roll call on the motion to lay the matter over for two weeks to December 26th, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Review of the revised application for On Sale and OffSale Liquorn forLicenses.twoexclusions
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the proposed app
and he asked that question number 5 pertainingto
a registeto the red voter er be deleteders and
he asked that a section on the back page pertaining
review by the City License Inspector and City Attorney be amended to read "after
review in your presence by the License Inspector and City Attorney".
At the question of Councilman Hozza, Mr. Garvey said a request has not been made to
have these records declared confidential but they could be included in a application
to the state. lication would be made f6r confidentiality
Councilman Hozza said he hoped such an app point.
of these records and he agrees with the motion at this P applicant didn't want
Councilwoman Hunt suggested flexible wording in the event an app
to be present during review and Councilman Maddox said he has no objection to that
suggestion and, -would include it as part of his motion.
Roll call on the motion. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Council Maddox referred to -a letter of the License Inspector to the license holders
that accompanies applications and pertaining to what you can do and cannot do with
a license and he moved that discussion on this letter be laid over until after he
submits an ordinance dealing with the same subject.
Adopted. Yeas 7 Nays - 0
Report to City Council on the matter of the public hearing on the application by
David Doepner for a Second Hand Dealer General License at 1080 Earl Street.
Mr. Carchedi said when this matter was considered the Council asked for a report
in 90 days and his office has been making an ongoing visual inspection of the
property and there are no appliances on the site, only one police call in the area
and apparently the problems have been resolved.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 10:30 A.M.
—?!a Council President.
ATTEST:
City Cler}c
Copies. sent to Councilmen
Minutes approved by Council /�
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57909.
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL aw
\ 10:00 A.M.
December 13th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAFERS - CITY HALL 6 COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Maddox, McMahon, President Showalter ... 4
- Councilmen Hozza, Levine, Tedesco...3 (Councilmen Levine and Tedesco was noted that Councilman
arrived at points during the meeting and it
Absent
Hozza has requested to be excused because of illness.)
Approval of minutes for City Council Meetings of November 13, 15, 20, 219
27, 28 and 29, 1979. roved.
Councilman Maddox moved Yeas hat the minutes be Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Tedesco arrived at this point in the meeting.
encing
Request of Champion In Conp19721andon tdescribedcasfportionscofsMyrtle,
certain street vacated by the City 1979)
Hampden, Wabash and Pillsbury Streets. (Laid over from November 15th,
At the recommendation of the Valuation Engineer, Councilman
McMahon moved that
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the hearing be continued for two weeks to December
20
Adopted. Yeas - 5
Councilman Levine arrived at this point in the meeting.
THIRD READING-
C.F. No. 274077. ter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property
y
Cha
An ordinance amending P
located on the north side of Grand Avenue between St. Albans and Dale,
Lot 21, Block 19 Summit Park Addition.
Laid over to December 20th for Final Ado tion.
C.F. No. 274127.
FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Section 24.04Subdivision 5 of the Administrative Code
,
pertaining to statements of economic interest.
Laid over to December 20th for Second Readin it Hall, St. Paul,
Claim of Sheila Jo Bertilson, 120 Summit Avenue W., 525 Summit
Minnesota, filed on December 10, 1979, was read. \
Referred to the City Attorney's Office. filed on
Claim of John J. Daubney, 300 E. Robie St., St. Paul, Minnesota,
December 7, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office. St. Paul,
Claim of Hiwayan Club, Inc., Dept. of Highways, John Ireland Blvd.,
Minnesota, filed on December 7, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office. filed on
Claim of Kevin G. Loney, 815 Lincoln Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota,
December 6, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Marion L.J. Mattson by Attorney L. Chas. Peterson, 871 E. 7th St.,
St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on December 10, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of William Lewis on behalf of Michelle
Lewis versus the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney. application ,
Letter from the State Department of Revenue transmitting the
of the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific R.R. for i1dationnof ��284281essed
valuation of certain real estate described in App
Filed.
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57910.
December 13th, 1979.
Request of Marrel G. Hathaway for a public hearing date to appeal a Summary
Abatement Order at 14 E. Sycamore St.
Councilman McMahon moved that a date of hearing be set for December 27th, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Letter of the Valuation Engineer reporting the petition of Oxford Properties
et al for the vacation of a portion of East Seventh Place and Cedar Street
is in proper form.
Filed.
Administrative Orders D-5162 through D-5168 as on file in the City Clerk's
Office were noted.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of an amended 1979 Memorandum of
Understanding applying to certain exempt employees of St. Paul. (Provides
for fully paid dependent insurance coverages; First Reading)
Laid over to December 20th for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.F. No. 274128.
Resolution approving the appropriation and financing changes as listed for
the Downtown Development Projects.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274129.
Resolution authorizing an agreement between the City of St. Paul and the
Minnesota Crime Control Planning Board for the transfer of services of John W.
Boles.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274130.
Resolution approving assessment for the taking of an easement for alley purposes
on part of Lots 13, 17 and 18, Block 31, Auerbach and Hands Addition AND
taking an easement in the land necessary for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned
by the grading and paving of the proposed alley in Block 31, Auerbach and Hands
Addition AND date of public hearing for January 8, 1980.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274131.
Preliminary Order for the installation of a public water main in Wiggins Road
from Burlington Road to Hillwood Drive AND in Hillwood Court from Wiggins Road
south to cul-de-sac AND also an easement in existing main on McKnight Road
to the cul-de-sac of Hillwood Court AND setting date of public hearing for
January 15, 1980.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274132.
Preliminary Order for the grading, paving and constructing concrete curb and
gutter and storm water facilities for Hillwood Court from the cul-de-sac
to Wiggins Road AND Wiggins Road from Burlington Road to Hillwood Court AND
constructing a storm sewer in easement to be obtained from Hillwood Court
to McKnight Road AND setting date of public hearing for January 15, 1980.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274133.
Preliminary Order for the condemning and taking of easements as listed for
properties as listed in connection with the improvement of Hillwood Court AND
Wiggins Road AND setting date of public hearing for January 15, 1980.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274134.
Preliminary Order for the construction of a sanitary sewer in Hillwood Court from
cul-de-sac to Wiggins Road AND Wiggins Road from Burlington Road to Hillwood
Court AND setting date of public hearing for January 15, 1980.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274135.
Resolution approving assessment for Summary Abatement for period August 1
through August 31, 1979 AND setting date of public hearing for January 15, 1980.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274136.
Resolution approving assessment for Boarding Up and Demolition for the
period August 1 through August 31, 1979 AND setting date of public hearing for
January 15, 1980.
Adopted. Yeas 6 Nays - 0
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December 13th, 1979.
C.F. No. 274137.
Resolution granting Sewer Service Refunds to firms as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274138.
Resolution granting Building Contractor License to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274139.
Resolution granting Building Contractor Licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274140.
Resolution approving the appointment of Margaret Mahoney as special counsel in
a certain discrimination case involving Robbia Johnson versus the Conwed
Corporation.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution appointing Theodore Collins, Ronald Smith, Robert White and
Patrick O'Neill as special counsel to represent Richard Rowan, Dave Weida,
James Fecky and John Voita in defense of lawsuit commended by Joseph Carchedi,
City License Inspector.
Councilman Maddox moved that the resolution be laid over for one week and
he said the reason for the layover is that he wants to have a discussion with
various people and he thinks the rate of pay should also be discussed and the
matter could involve a considerable amount of money.
At the question of Councilwoman Hunt, Mr. Starr said he recommends approval
of the resolution with compensation to be set at $75.00 per hour.
Councilman McMahon said he would like to see consideration and discussion by the
Finance Committee and Councilman Maddox withdrew his motion.
The resolution was ordered referred to the Finance, Management and Personnel
Committee by President Showalter.
Ronald Wills has requested to speak on alternative forms of ownership for
cable television.
President Showalter asked if Mr. Wills was present and no one appeared.
Councilman Maddox suggested that the matter be referred to the Energy Committee
and it was agreed that all Cable TV matters should be directed through the
Energy Committee.
Councilman Levine moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 10:15A.M.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL.
10:00 A.M.
December 18th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hozza, Maddox, McMahon, President Showalter ... 4
Absent - Councilmen Hunt, Levine, Tedesco ... 3 (Councilmen Hunt, Levine and
Tedesco arrived at points during the meeting)
Councilman McMahon introduced Tom Oakley who introduced several new Boy Scouts
who are meeting with city officials as part of their induction to the
Boy Scouts.
C.F. No. 274141. FINAL ORDER.
In the matter of installing a water main in Ames Avenue from 260 feet east
of Etna St. to 650 feet east of Etna St., under P.O. 274034.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilman McMahon moved approval of the order.
Adopted. Yeas - 4 Nays - 0
Councilmen Levine and Tedesco arrived at this point in the meeting.
C.F. No. 274043. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16619.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 16538 designating the St. Paul Public
Library/James J. Hill Reference Library as aNHeritage Preservation Site.
Adopted. Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 274044. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16620. \
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property
located on the northeast corner of Bradford and Ellis, aka Lots 9 and 10,
Block 82, St. Anthony Park.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt arrived at this point during the meeting.
C.F.
No. 274045. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16621.
60 the Legislative Code and rezoning property
An ordinance amending Chapter of
Dale and Ashland, aka Lots 9 thru 11,
located in the southeast
corner of
Block 16, woodland Park Addition.
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Adopted.
Yeas - 7 Nays -
C.F.
No. 274046.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16622.
60 the Legislative Code and rezoning property
An ordinance amending
Chapter of
Christie Place and Kennard and vacated Funk
located on the northwest
1, 2,
corner of
27 thru 30 inclusive, Block 3, Kerwin's Outlots.
St., aka Lots and
7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
Yeas -
C.F.
No. 274048.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16623.
Code and rezoning property
An ordinance amending
Chapter 60 of the Legislative
Territorial Rd., aka
located on the southeast corner of Raymond Ave. and
Lots 1 and 2 and part
of Lot 3, Hoard's Sub.
Adopted.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F.
No. 274099.
An ordinance amending
SECOND READING.
Ordinance No. 13539 pertaining to Parking Meter Zones
and deleting parts of
Fifth and Auditorium Sts.
Laid over to December
20th for Third Reading.
C.F.
No. 274100.
SECOND READING.
382.03 (D)(3) of the St. Paul Legislative Code
An ordinance amending
Section
relating to filing of
campaign reports.
Laid over to December
20th for Third Reading.
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C.F. No. 274101. -- SECOND READING..
An ordinance amending Section 152.09 of the St. Paul Legislative Code; providing
for the initial licensing of vehicles not more than two (2) years old as
taxicabs.
Laid over to December 20th for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 274142. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 22.07 of the Legislative Code pertaining to signs and
billboards and providing for setting of minimum spacing along the Great River
Road Spur Route.
Laid over to December 27th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 274143. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 327.06 (Exotic Animals) of the Legislative Code
pertaining to keeping of animals.
Laid over to December 27th for Second Reading.
C.F. No. 274144. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 325.01 (b) and 325.01 (c) of the Legislative Code
pertaining to pet shops.
Laid over to December 27th for Second Reading.
Councilman Levine gave the reason for introducing the previous two ordinances
and stressed the rabies problem with this type of animal.
C.F. No. 273969. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13534 pertaining to one-way streets by
adding parts cf Van Buren St. and Jefferson Ave. (Letter of Public Works
Committee recommends ordinance be amended by deleting that portion pertaining
to Jefferson Ave.)
Councilman McMahon moved concurrence in the committee report with the ordinance
to be amended by deleting the portion pertaining to Jefferson Avenue.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
The ordinance was laid over to December 27th for Final Adoption.
Letter of Public Works Committee requesting withdrawal of Joseph Mateyka letter
complaining of prepayment of bills for trash pick-up inasmuch as the matter
has been resolved.
Filed.
Letter of Public Works Committee recommends discussion of Seventh & Eighth
Streets "switch -back" as part of the Public Works Department's Street & Highway
Plan be removed from the committee calendar inasmuch as no action is necessary.
Filed.
Claim of J. R. Molock, 1333 W. Maynard Dr., St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
December 12, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mr. Herman McKinney, 620 Cedar Avenue So., Minneapolis, Minnesota, filed
on December 11, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Richard Tester, 1755 Lincoln Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
December 11, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Phillip H. Vennemann, 828 Sims, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on
December 13, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of John McLevis versus the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Summons and Complaint in the matter of St. Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Co.
versus Summit Court Corp. and the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney.
Letter of the State Dept. of Revenue transmitting the application of the Rasmussen
School of Business, Inc. for relief in assessed valuation of real estate
described in Application #284341.
Filed.
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Letter of the Housing Task Force asking for extension of time for activity
reports due January 1, 1980.
Councilman McMahon moved that the Council concur in the request.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Administrative Orders D-5169 through D-5176 as on file in the City Clerk's
Office were noted.
C.F. No. 274145.
Rules by striking the title Maintenance
Resolution amending the Civil Service
Coordinator from Section 3.J, Grade 16, Professional -Administrative Non -
Supervisors group AND substituting the title Maintenance and Capital
Improvement Planner in Grade 15 AND amending Section 32 of the rules by
striking the specifications for the title Maintenance Coordinator AND inserting
the specifications for the title Maintenance and Capital Improvement Planner.
(Second Reading and Adoption) Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 7
C.F. No. 274146.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the present Section 17
(Transfers) in its entirety and substituting a new Section 17. (Second Reading
and Adoption.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274147.
Resolution adding Section 33 to the Civil Service Rules entitled "Employee
Referral Procedures". (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274148.
Resolution amending Section 32 of the Civil Service Rules by striking the
specifications for the titles Architect I, II and III and substituting in lieu thereof
new specifications for aforementioned titles. (Second Reading and Adoption)
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Resolution amending C.F. 274001 as to paramedic and ambulance fees and substituting
new language for the phrases involving salary wherever they may appear. (Laid
over from December 11, 1979)
Mr. Kessler, President of the Fire Fighters Union, introduced Warren Schaub
who has been a fire fighter and member of the paramedic crew since its inception \
and Mr. Schaub expressed concern about the increase in fees and said he thinks
the plight of the senior citizens has been overlooked. He suggested that a
committee be formed to discuss the matter and that the resolution be tabled
until a report is made on March 1st.
Councilman Maddox said he has no objection to tabling the matter for further
study and Councilman Levine expressed concurrence with a layover to allow a
study as recommended.
Councilwoman Hunt suggested a study by the Finance Committee and Councilman
Hozza moved that the matter be referred to the Finance Committee.
Mr. Kessler asked that Mr. Tobler be notified when the matter would be considered
by the Finance Committee because of his involvement on behalf of the senior
citizens.
Roll call on the motion.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Resolution approving a Memorandum of Agreement between the City and the
St. Paul Police Relief Assn. and the St. Paul Fire Dept. Relief Assn. as to changes
within both organizations pension programs AND pledges support for the 1980
State legislation necessary to carry out the memorandum of agreement changes.
Mr. Steve Wellington of the Mayor's Office said they have been working on this
matter for about eighteen months and he referred to members of the Police and
Fire Relief Associations who are present to speak on the matter.
Henry Atzmiller reported that the Board of Directors of the Police Relief
Association recommend approval of the resolution and Tom Gelbnann of the Fire
Department Relief Association said they have been working on the matter for over
three years and he thinks this will solve the problems.
Councilman Levine said he has worked closly with Mr. Gelbmann and he feels this
is a reasonable document.
First Reading Laid over to December 27th for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.F. No. 274149.
Resolution authorizing management agreement with Frank P. Murphy Realty Inc.
for management of parking in the City Market facility.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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C.F. No. 274150.
Resolution granting the petition of Darrell Butler for the vacation of a
part of Mystic Street.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274151.
Resolution approving the addition of streets as listed to the Municipal
State Aid Street System.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt left the meeting at this point and Councilman Tedesco
left the meeting at this point and returned later in the meeting.
C.F. No. 274152.
Resolution granting the petition of The Saint Paul Companies, Inc. for the
vacation of a part of Auditorium Street.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco returned to the meeting at this point.
Ronnie Brooks of the Mayor's Office appeared and explained a draft agreement
concerning the NIS Program which would allow implementation of plans.
Councilman Maddox asked about neighborhood involvement and Ms. Brooks said \
their latest meetings included representatives of neighborhoods.
Councilman Hozza said he doesn't think people fully appreciate the affects
of NIS but St. Paul has demonstrated to the Federal Government that a considerable
amount of work was done and presented in a few months and on Thursday he will
present a resolution endorsing the program.
Councilman Levine commended all those who have been involved in the process.
Councilman Tedesco said he will be asking to be excused for a week from
Council following January 9, 1980 and Councilman Hozza asked to be excused
January 2nd, 3rd, 8th, 9th, and 10th.
Councilman Maddox moved that the requests be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Hozza moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
ADJOURNED AT 10:45A.M.
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
\9:00 A.M.
December 19th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hozza, Hunt, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 6
Absent - Councilman Levine...1 (Councilman Levine arrived at a point during the
meeting)
Councilman Tedesco left the meeting at this point and returned later in the
meeting.
Application for change of officers and stockholders in H.K.K., Inc., On Sale
Liquor Licensee at 1084 W. Larpenteur Avenue, doing business as Ted's Rec.
(Jay P. Hitchcock and John H. Kowalski notified to attend).
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 274153.
Resolution approving transfer of On Sale Liquor License, Sunday On Sale Liquor
License, Restaurant, Off Sale Malt Beverage, Cigarette License and Tavern License
from H.K.K., Inc. at 1084 W. Larpenteur to H.K.K., Inc. at the same address
with Jay P. Hitchcock, President and John H. Kowalski, Vice President.
Councilman Maddox moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Nays - 0
Councilman Tedesco returned to the meeting at this point.
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor and miscellaneous licenses
issued to G.R.M., Inc. (Louis P. Danna, President) at 48 E. Fourth St., doing
business as Luigi's, to G.R.M., Inc. (Charles W. Erickson, President) at the same
address. (This matter was previously considered on December 5 and December 12,
1979)
It was noted that the attorney for the applicants has requested another one
week continuance and Councilman Maddox moved that the matter be laid over for
one week to December 26, 1979.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Application for change of officers and stockholders in MacCafferty's West,
Inc. (Raymond C. MacCafferty, President), On Sale Liquor Licensee at 782-8
Grand Avenue. (Sean T. Clerkin, Thomas A. Foster and John S. Logan notified
to attend).
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 274154.
Resolution approving transfer of On Sale Liquor License, Sunday On Sale Liquor
License, Restaurant, Tavern and Cigarette Licenses from MacCafferty's West,
Inc. at 782-88 Grand Avenue to MacCafferty's West, Inc. at the same address
with Sean T. Clerkin, President, John S. Logan, Secretary and Raymond C.
MacCafferty as a member of the board of directors.
Councilman McMahon moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilman Levine arrived at this point in the meeting.
Application for the transfer of Taxicab No. 30 from St. Paul Yellow Cab Co.,
Inc. to James Rychlicki, doing business as Yellow Cab at 400 Selby Avenue.
(James Rychlicki notified to attend).
The following resolution was submitted.
C.E. No. 274155.
Resolution granting transfer of Taxicab License No. 30 from St. Paul Yellow Cab
Company, Inc. at 400 Selby Avenue to James Rychlicki at the same address.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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December 19th, 1979.
Application for the transfer of Taxicab No. 92 from St. Paul Yellow Cab Co.,
Inc. to Yellowbird, Inc., doing business as Yellow Cab at 400 Selby Avenue.
(Robert Janecek notified to attend).
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 274156.
Resolution granting transfer of Taxicab License No. 92 from St. Paul Yellow
Cab, Inc. at 400 Selby to Yellowbird, Inc. at the same address.
Councilman McMahon moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Public Hearing on the application for the transfer of the Off Sale Liquor
License held by Quik -Stop Liquors, Inc. at 918 E. Seventh St. to 824 E.
Seventh St.
President Showalter asked if anyone wanted to be heard in opposition and no
one appeared.
Councilman McMahon moved approval of the transfer.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Frank Hammond, Chairman of Operation 85, appeared to introduce a presentation
on Metro 85 Development Program for Downtown St. Paul and John Baymiller
explained a slide presentation and submitted the report to the Council.
Councilman Hozza said the city's role is very limited and the private sector
will be taking the lions role. He said the citys commitment is the same as
last year and the private sector will pick up inflationary costs and cost
overruns. He said the key to the effective program is the nonprofit corporation
who will serve as coordinator of programs in the downtown area.
William Clapp, Chairman of the Board of the St. Paul Area Chamber of Commerce,
said he thinks the $14,000,000 will produce one half billion dollars of development
in the downtown area and the proposal might be the answer to the energy question
and pollution problems in the downtown area.
Amos Martin, Executive Vice President of the St. Paul Area Chamber of Commerce,
said the program will allow a request to the legislature to provide for continued
planning until the decision day in 1982.
Tony DeZiel, Business Representative of the St. Paul Trades and Labor Assembly,
spoke in support of the proposal and said he thinks the downtown problems of
parking and traffic are catching up with us and we must encourage people to
come downtown.
Richard Radman, Representing the St. Paul Building and Construction Trades
Council, spoke in support of the proposal and said he thinks taxes generated
will exceed the local contribution.
Councilman Maddox said he supports the efforts of the businessmen and supported
the efforts in the last legislature and he referred to new suburban shopping
centers being constructed and expressed concern about putting people out of
business and leaving vacant buildings.
Mr. Hammond said they have not attempted to stop free enterprise elsewhere
and have not considered the matter of trying to discontinue building shopping
centers in other areas.
Councilman Levine said we can't tell other cities what to do and he thinks
other cities would like similar programs and there is a great potential for
development available under this program.
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks the resolution includes much more than the
People Mover and she asked if the resolution is flexible enough to take care
of modifications in the future.
Mr. Hammond indicated the resolution is flexible and legislative approval
will only allow the planning process to continue and amendments and even an
entire new plan could be substituted as planning proceeds.
Councilman Hozza said the program must remain flexible because there are many
unanswered questions.
Councilwoman Hunt said she is prepared to support the resolution and if she is
on the City Council in 1982 would be reluctant to support it if it doesn't have
more support from the citizenry.
Councilman Maddox said he agrees and has been assured that there will be more
citizen input and a better educational program.
The following resolution was submitted.
C.F. No. 274157.
Resolution approving Metro 85' Development Program for Downtown St. Paul and
authorizing certain actions in implementation of said program.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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\ December 19th, 1979.
Councilman Maddox moved that the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
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MINUTES:OF THE COUNCIL
10:00 A.M.
December 20th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURT HOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:07 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hozza, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Showalter...6
Absent - Councilwoman Hunt...1
It was noted that Councilwoman Hunt has asked to be excused because of illness
and Councilman Hozza moved that the request be granted.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274158.
Resolution ordering the correction or wrecking and removal of a structure at
440 Virginia.
No one appeared on behalf of the owner.
Mr. Strohkirch of the Housing Code Division circulated pictures of the building
and said it has been vacant and boarded since September of 1975. He said
the fees have been paid on a regular basis but no plan has been submitted for
rehabilitation and they recommend that the Council proceed with condemnation.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274077. FINAL ADOPTION. ORD. NO. 16624.
An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code and rezoning property
located on the north side of Grand Avenue between St. Albans and Dale aka
Lot 21, Block 1, Summit Park Addition. Nays - 1 (Tedesco)
Adopted. Yeas - 5 Y
C.F. No. 274099. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13539 pertaining to Parking Meter Zones
and deleting parts of Fifth and Auditorium Streets.
Laid over to December 27th for Final Adoption.
C.F. No. 274100. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 382.03 (D)(3) of the St. Paul Legislative
Code pertaining to the filing of campaign reports.
Councilman Hozza moved that Third Reading be continued for one week to
December 27th and Councilmen Maddox and McMahon indicated they have no objection
to the motion.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274101. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 152.09 of the St. Paul Legislative Code
providing for the initial licensing of vehicles not more than two years old
as taxicabs.
Laid over to December 27th for Final Adoption._
C.F. No. 274127. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Section 24.04, Subdivision 5, of the Administrative Code
pertaining to statements of economic interest.
Laid over to December 27th for Third Reading.
Letter of Pete and Judy Regnier requesting immediate implementation of the City
Council directive for the localization of Jefferson Ave. (Public Works
Committee recommends removal of item from Committee calendar inasmuch as
the matter will be discussed further at community level in 1980).
Filed.
Claim of Douglas Nagle, 7747 Irish Avenue So., Cottage Grove, Minnesota, filed
on December 17, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
December 20th, 1979.
Claim of Jill Marquardt, 402 Wheeler N., St
December 18, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
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Paul, Minnesota, filed on
Demand for removal case to Ramsey County Municipal Court -Division and Affidavit
in the matter of John P. Salas versus the City of St. Paul
Referred to the City Attorney.
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Letter from Mayor Latimer
reto the
Bargaining cAgreement il 1with hCity's final
Council4�9
positions conte or's Office appeared and explained the matter and said a
Mr. Hames of the May
proposed resolution is attached to the letter.
Councilman Hozza moved that the rules be suspended to consider the resolution
not on the agenda.
nting Council 91, said he understands the city is
Jerry Serf ling, represe
n several issues and Mr. Hames said there are issues
refusing to arbitrate o
be the subject mf arbitration and that matter
the city maintains should not
might end up in the courts.
t to Councilman Levine said
he
iSS elect g said the eunion lhas ethe 1option toorrefuse
ng
between the parties
the position.
Mr. Serf ling if he favored adoption of resolution
Councilman Hozza asked doesn't know the Councils intent in passing the
and Mr. Serfling said he
resolution.
Councilman Maddox said he was informed that there are two options and one is
to pass the resolution and the other is to strike. procedural necessity
Mr. Hames noted that adoption of the resolution is a p
and the Mayor has met to attempt to resoleheatter and if the resolution
is not adopted the city cannot submit a position.
Councilman Hozza said action would permit continued negotiations and he is
prepared to act on it today.
Councilman Tedesco said if the motion was withdrawn he would move to table the
matter until December 26th.osition
At the question of some Councilmembers Mr. Serf ling said it is their p
that there is no need to table the resolution.
Roll call on the motion to suspend the rules to consider a resolution not on
the agenda. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 274159.
Resolution supporting the administrations collective bargaining Positions
regarding the Clerical Unit as set forth in a letter of the Mayor dated
December 18, 1979. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
and
al
ms that
It was agreed that several
items n would betconsideredon the eatathis time runder esuspension \
appear later on the agenda
of rules.
C.F. No. 274160. by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Resolution approving the issuance y
of the City of St. Paul, Minnesota
Cityfinofurtheranceusing oofethe redevelopment plan
(Gallery Towers Project) of the
for the Seventh Place Redevelopment Project,
Ctmau ityeDevelopmenty Towers District 17,
and approving criteria for mortgage loansNays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
Resolution approving terms and conditions of a 1980-1981-1982 Agreement between
clation
Fire
the City of St. Paul and the international
period January if 1980 through Fighters
oughDecember
AFL-CIO, Local 21. (Employmentt
31, 1982; First Reading).
Laid over to December 27th for Second Reading and Ado tion.
C.F. No. 274161.
Resolution approving the 1980 Residential Street Paving Program. (Recommended
for approval by the Finance, Management and Personneel Committee).
Adopted. Yeas - 6
NayC.F. No. 274162.
Resn1';,rion concurring in the issuance of Port Authhority Revenue
of thelBondsocalsin the
of
,�.,;;ount of approximately $1,000,000 to finance Park to comply with the conditions
poonthe development costs of the St. Paul Energy
of the negotiated investment strategy agreement.- 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
57921
December 20th, 1979.
A letter of R. Scott Davies, Attorney representing Jasaka Company, was noted
requesting that a date of hearing to consider the vacation of portions of
Arundel & Orange be reset from January 8, 1980 to January 15, 1980.
Councilman Tedesco moved approval of the request subject to payment of any
costs incurred to be borne by Mr. Davies.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Letter of the Heritage Preservation Commission recommending the Assumption
School and Assumption Church be designated as Heritage Preservation Sites.
Councilman Hozza moved that a date of hearing be set to consider the designation.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Administrative Orders D-5177 through D-5188 as on file in the City Clerk's
Office were noted.
C.F. No. 274163.
Resolution approving terms and conditions of an amended 1979 Memorandum
of Understanding applying to certain exempt employees of St. Paul. (Provides
for fully paid dependent insurance coverages; Second Reading and Adoption).
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by placing an asterisk before the
title Power Shovel Operator in Seztion 3.G, Labor Maintenance, and amending
Section 32 of the rules by striking the specifications for title Power Shovel
Operator and substituting new specs for same. (First Reading; Letter of Finance
Committee recommends approval).
Laid over to December 27th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending Section 32 of the Civil Service Rules by striking the
specifications for the title Heavy Equipment Operator and substituting new
specifications for same. (First Reading; Letter of Finance Committee recommends
approval).
Laid over to December 27th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by adding the title Revolving
Power Equipment Operator to Section 3.G, Labor Maintenance AND amending Section
32 by inserting its specifications. (First Reading; Letter of Finance
Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to December 27th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Salary Plan and Rates of Compensation Resolution by
establishing the rate for the title Revolving Power Equipment Operator in
Section II, Subsection P. (First Reading; Letter of Finance Committee recommends
approval).
Laid over to December 27th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by striking the title Supervising
Dental Hygienist from Section 3.L, Grade 34, Technical AND inserting same \
in Section 3.K, Grade 7, Professional -Administrative Supervisors. (First
Reading; Letter of Finance Committee recommends approval).
Laid over to December 27th for Second Reading and Adoption.
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by inserting the title Affirmative
Action Recruiter in Section 3.J, Grade 11, Professional -Administrative Non -
Supervisors Group AND inserting its specifications in Section 32. (First
Reading; Letter of Finance Committee recommends approval)
Laid over to December 27th for Second Reading and Adoption.
C.F. No. 274164.
Resolution granting Bingo Games License to Women of the Moose, Chapter 70.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274165.
Resolution approving the appointment of John Schmidt to fill the unexpired
term of Jean McGinley on the Planning Commission.
Councilman Levine said Ms. McGinley did a good job on the Planning Commission
and should be commended and the appointment of John Schmidt is an excellent
one and one of the top appointments to come out of the Mayor's Office and
he is a person who knows the city very well and has given many years of public
service to the city.
Roll call on the resolution.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
57922.]
December 20th, 1979.
C.F. No. 274166.
Resolution denying the application of Prentice Hamilton for a Dance Hall License
at 908 University Avenue.eared.
President Showalter asked if anyone wanted to be heard and no one app
Adopted. Yeas - 6
Nays - C.F. No. 274167.
approving payment of $100.00 to Kenneth Williams and Sally Jean
Resolution a
Waltrip, $87ppr to David Francis, $15.00 to Sandra Prentice and $192.02 to
June Newman from the Tort Liability Fund in settlement of their respective
claims. Nays - 0
Adopted. Yeas - 6
C.F. No. 274168.
Reseri-_,t-ion authorizing payment of $392.24 to Seeferts Hudson Road Nursery
the Tort Liability Fund in settlement of
and $780.60 to George Brandt from
their respective claims. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274169.
Resolution designating the HRA as the implementing agency for the Multi -
Family Rental Housing Development Revenue Program AND authorizing it tram.
issue revenue notes in an amount not to exceed $100,000,000 for said program.
Adopted. Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274170.
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget and transferring $24,723.00 from Contingent
Reserve-Specified to Public Works -Transfer to Special Fund. (Setting'up funding
Recommended
for city's share of Federal Grant for Refuse -Energy '
for approval by the Finance, Management and Personneel Committee)
Adopted. Yeas - 6
NayC.F. No. 274171. transferring $7,213 from Contingency \
Resolution amending the 1979 Budget by
Reserve -General to City Clerk -Special Elections. (Recommended for approval
by the Finance, Management and P6ersonnel committee)Nays -0
Adopted.
C.E. No. 274172.
Resolution approving amendments to the Community Development Block Grant
Year V Program and transferring $57,000 from Unspecified Contingency to
-provide up to $9,500 in funding for staff for each of the six ITA's in 1980.
(Recommended for approval by the Finance, Management and Personnel Committee)
Adopted. Yeas - 6
s 0
C.F. No. 274173.
Resolution endorsing they ISeas Process. Nays - 0
Adopted.
Councilman Hozza moved that the proper resolution be prepared that would affirm
some of the positions made at the
rrecent
Energy
hataCommittee
date ofhearing including
heldth
ronention
of a consultant on Cable TV and p n
February 5, 1980 at 7:30Ye s. -in the Council NCChamberays -rs.
Adopted.
Councilman Maddox moved Ythat eas the he meeting be adjoNaysurneed.
Adopted.
A D J O U R N E D AT 10:40 A.M.
ATTEST:
City Clerk.
Council President.
Copies sent to Councilmen d D
Minutes approved by Council �S D
57923
MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
9:00 A.M.
December 26th, 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 9:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hozza, Hunt, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 7
Absent - None.
Public hearing on the application for an On Sale Wine, On Sale Malt Beverage and
Class C2 -Restaurant Licenses at 361 W. Seventh Street by Bear Investment and Leasing,
Inc. (Patrick A. Carlone, President). (This matter was previouly considered on December 5,
and December 12, 1979.)
Mr. Earl Gray, representing Mr. Carlone, said a meeting had been held and they agreed
there will be no standup bar and he has no objections to other restrictions similar
to those put on beer licenses. He said they want to serve wine and beer on Sunday in
connection with the restaurant and he requested action on the application.
Mr. Pat Carlone appeared and explained the back entry and said the building department
told him that it would be the best entrance for handicapped and he doesn't intend to
use it for the main entrance.
Elmer Truesdale, attorney representing the Salvation Army, said they met with Mr. Gray
and were unable to reach an agreement. He said they request a Sunday moratorium on wine
and beer and also physical screening between the facility and their chapel and their
position is the same as at the original hearing in opposition. He said they don't
believe the rear entrance will be used only for handicapped.
Mr. Regnier said he met with Mr. Gray and he referred to some agreement on the restrictions
requested in his letter and he said he thinks the.back entrance will become the main
entrance eventually. At the question of Councilman Maddox, Mr. Regnier said his clients \
still object to the application and they think the entrance is within the 300 foot re-
quirement but if it is passed they request retrictions as requested in his letter.
Councilwoman Hunt said she is not fully clear on the issues still pending and Mr. Truesdale
said the back door matter is still an issue with them.
Mr. Gray said they have agreed with some of the items but they disagree on the door
issue and they think wine and beer should be allowed on Sunday with meals and there
are only two issue that have not been compromised. He said the main entry will be
out of the 300 foot requirement and he doesn't object to having the back door used for
handicapped people only.
Mr. Regnier said the West Seventh Association feels there are too many bars in the area
and this is the reason that they request restrictions.
Mr. Gray referred to a request for a restriction on advertising and he said they should
be allowed to advertise wine and beer in connection with the restaurant.
Councilman Maddox moved that the public hearing closed with discussion limited to Council -
members.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks an agreement is close and she suggested not approving
wine and beer sales on Sunday and if the conduct of the facility is satisfactory after
six months the question could be reopened.
Councilman Hozza expressed disagreement with the suggestion and said he cannot support
the proposal because of the 300 foot issue. Councilman Hozza moved that the application
be denied on the basis of the 300 foot issue and on the basis of testimony presented
today and at previous hearings and including the hearings on two other applications
of the applicant.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Application for the transfer of the On Sale Liquor and miscellaneous licenses issued
to G.R.M., Inc. (Louis P. Danna, President) at 48 E. Fourth Street, doing business
as Luigi's, to G.R.M., Inc. (Charles W. Erickson, President) at the same address.
(This matter was previously considered on December 5, December 12 and December 19, 1979.)
Mr. Carchedi recommended that the matter be laid over indefinitely and Councilman Maddox
moved approval of the recommendation.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
57924.
December 26th, 1979
Application of MGM Liquor Warehouse, Inc. for the transfer of Off Sale Liquor
License and miscellaneous licenses from 1110 West Larpenteur
Ave.
1102--1104 Westsouthwest
corner of West Larpenteur and Lex
ington Avenues, approximately
Larpenteur Ave.
At the recommendation of the License Inspector, Councilman Maddox moved that the
matter be continued for two weeks to January 9th, 1980.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilman Maddox referred to the matter of E.J.'s Bar and suggested that the Council
hold an informational hearing. and find
Mr. s for a said he and g toconsiderity Attorney
suspension reviewed
rev cation ofreport
theslicenses. no
basis for a public hearingon E.J.'s
Councilman Maddox moved that the Council schedule an informational hearing
Bar and have the police reports.
At the question of President Showalter, Mr. Starr, City Attorney, said the Council
does have the authority to conduct an investigation.to
Councilwoman Showalter suggested that information be madubliclhearing atoanlater mdate.
and then they can discuss and decide whether to hold a p
Councilman Tedesco moved thattheeasmeeting beNaysourn0ed.
Adopted.
AD J OURNED AT 9:35 A.M.
Council President.
ATTEST +
City Clerk
Copies sent to Councilmen U
I p
Minutes approved by Council // /8
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MINUTES OF THE COUNCIL
\ 10:00 A.M.
December 27th2 1979
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - CITY HALL & COURTHOUSE
SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA
The meeting was called to order by President Showalter at 10:05 A.M.
Present - Councilmen Hunt, Hozza, Levine, Maddox, McMahon, Tedesco, President Showalter ... 7
Absent - None.
Hearing was held to consider the appeal of Marrel Hathaway to a Summary Abatement
Order of the Housing Code Division affecting property at 14 E. Sycamore Street.
Mr. Stoffthe of the Housing Code Division circulated pictures of the property
involved and said their recommendation is that the appeal be denied.
Mr. Hathaway appeared and said the people at 9 Acker Street are responsible for
placing the debris on his property.
Councilwoman Hunt said she thinks thleCfrom1using hisresponsible
propertyand Mr- Hathaway as
a legal remedy to prevent other people
Mr. Hathaway requested a sufficient time
to work outellantthe abeeallowedotimeltontakeza
suggested that the appeal be denied and that the app
the necessary action.
Mr. Starr, City Attorney, said he doesn't think two weeks is enough time to take legal
ld administratively allow a sufficent
action and if the appeal is denied the staff could
amount of time. appeal be denied with the understanding that enforcementhaway
Councilman Hozza move3 that the
y y period would be a sufficient time.
would be delayed for a reasonable amount of time to allow the legal action y
and Mr. Starr indicated that heathought a thirty Nays day p
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274174.
Resolution approving Sewer Service Charges for the 1980 calendar year. to keep
CouncilwomanHunt
said she thanks the lwoman Showalterfread da list sOfhcommitteeo have rmembersdand staff
the rate eared. \
persons who she said should be coommenne wdndeantohbe heard and
no one app
President Showalter asked if any
Roll call on the resolution. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.E. No. 274175.
Resolution ordering the correction or wreckingof a structure at 585 Van Buren.
Mr. Strohkirch of the Housing Code Division no permits have culated ubeen issued res of the band dthere nstill
said it is currently boarded and secure but
of the resolution ear on behalf of the
are delinquent fees and he recommends approval and wanted to app
President Showalter asked if anyone was p of ears and
e
owner and no one appeared. been
Sandy Morris of District #7 said the building has like tocsee somefO
aactionrto either
was the subject of afirand the neighbors but
improve or wreck the building. put together a financial package
Councilman Levine said time was allowed to p l should proceed with this resolution
apparently it could n t be arranged and the Counci
and he moved app
Roll call on the resolution. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
nstruct fencing across certain
Request of Champion International Corporation to co
portions of Myrtle, Hampden,
1979.)
streets vacated Pill by the City in 1972 and describe as p ec subject to conditions
Wabash and Pillsbury Streets. (LTedommended approval eoflthe requestDecember 13th,
Valuation Engineer,
Mr. Donovan, 1979 with one amendment to Item (b) an
he recommended in his letter of October 31st,1979 involved.
he said this condition is agreeable to the parties
No one appeared. request subject to the terms and conditions
Councilwoman Hunt moved approval of the req
recommended by the Valuation Engineer as amended.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
57926V
December 27th, 1979.
C.F. No. 273969.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD.NO. 16625.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13534 pertaining to one-waystreets by adding part
of Van Buren Street.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274099.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD.NO. 16626.
An ordinance amending Ordinance No. 13539 pertaining to Parking Meter Zones andde-
leting parts of Fifth and Auditorium Streets.
Adopted.
Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274101.
FINAL ADOPTION. ORD.NO. 16627.
An ordinance amending Chapter 152.09 of the St. Paul Legislative Code providing for
the initial licensing of vehicles not more then two years old as taxicabs.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274100. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 382.03 of the St. Paul Legislative Code pertaining to
the filing of campaign reports. (Laid over from December 20th, 1979.)
Councilman Hozza expressed concern about the ordinance and said it cuts the twelve
reporting dates to four and he urged that it either be withdrawn or referred to
Committee.
s no problem with referring the matter to Committee and
Councilman Maddox said he ha
the ordinance brings the City requirement into line with the State requirement.
be referred the Legislation Committee.
Councilman Maddox moved that the ordinance s
Councilwoman Hunt suggested that when the Committee considers the matter it should
\
notify the groups that originally were involved in the preparation of the ordinance.
Councilman Tedesco suggested that the matter be considered by the Committee of the
Whole.
Roll call on the motion to refer the matter to the Legislation Committee.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274127. THIRD READING.
An ordinance amending Section 24.04, Subdivision 5 of the Administrative Code
pertaining to statements of economic interest.
Laid over to January 3rd, 1980 for Final_ Adoption.
C.F. No. 274142. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 22.07 of the Legislative Code pertaining to signs and
billboards and providing for setting of minimum spacing along the Great River Road
Spur Route.
Laid over to January 3rd 1980 for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 274143. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 327.06 (Exotic Animals) of the Legislative Code per-
taining to the keeping of animals.
Laid over to January 3rd, 1980 for Third Reading,
C.F. No. 274144. SECOND READING.
An ordinance amending Chpater 325.01 (b) and 325.01 (c) of the Legislative Code
pertaining to pet shops.
Laid over to January 3rd, 1980 for Third Reading.
C.F. No. 274176. FIRST READING.
An ordinance amending Chapter 26.03 of the Legislative Code pertaining to fees for
registration of vacant buildings.
Laid over to January 3rd, 1980 for Second Reading.
Claim of Michael Alley,
871 Snelling Ave., St. Paul,.Minnesota, filed on December 19th,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Claim of Mr. Fred Demko, 1090 Arcade Street, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on December 18th,
1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
ichael C. Black, Kuehn Building, 265 West 7th
Claim of Kathleen Krueger, by attorney M
Street, St. Paul, Minnesota, filed on December 19th, 1979, was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
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December 27th, 1979.
Claim of Stephen L. Nelson, Nelson, Nelson, Kufus and Associates, 665 North
Snelling Avenue, St. Paul, Minnesota was read.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office.
Summons and Complaint in the matter Hulda Johnson versus the City of St. Paul.
Referred to the City Attorney's Office..
Letter of the Planning Administrator transmitting three resolutions of the Planning
Commission recommending Zoning Text changes: Day Care, Community Residential Facilities,
and Residential Group Homes.
Referred to the City Development Committee.
Letter of the Director of Finance and Management Department reporting the petition to
rezone Lots 7through 121 Block 6, Lorena Park is sufficient.
Referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation.
Administrative Orders D-5188 through D-5197 as on file in the City Clerk's Office
were noted.
C.F. No. 274177.
Resolution approving a Memorandum of Agreement between the City of St- Paul an
the St. Paul Police Relief Association and St. St. Paul Fire DeleRelief Associationsupport
as to changes within both organizations pension programs AND pledges agreement changes.
for
the 1980 State legislation necessary to carry out the memorandum of
(Second Reading and Adoption•Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274205.reement between the
Resolution approving terms and condition of a 1980-1981-1982 nal Association of Eire Fighters AFL-CIO, Local 21.
City of St. Paul and the Internatio
(Second Reading and Adoption Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274178.lacing an asterisk before the title
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by p
Power Shovel Operator in Section 3.G, Labor Maintenance, AND amending Section 32
\of the Rules by striking the specifications for title Power Shovel Operator.
(Second Reading and Adoption•Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274179.
Resolution amending Section 32 of theCivilService Rules by striking the specifications
for the title Heavy Equipment Operator and substituting new specifications for same.
(Second Reading and Adoption•Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274180.adding the title Revolving Power
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules by
Equipment Operator to Section 3.G, Labor Maintenance, AND amending Section 32 by
inserting its specifications. (Seco�d Reading
naysand
AOdoption.)
Adopted. Yeas -
C.F. No. 274181. establishing
Resolution amending the Salary Plan and Rates of Compenstion Resolution by
the rate for the title Revolving Power Equipment Operator in Section II, Subsection P.
(Second Reading and Adoption.)
C.E. No. 274182.he
Resolution amending the Civil ServiceRules by Technical tthe titleinserSupervising
ing same In
Dental Hygienist from Section 3.L,
Grade Section 3.K, Grade 7, Professional -Administrative Supervisors. (Second Reading and
Adoption.) Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274183. -the title
ive
Resolution amending the Civil Service Rules
ProfessionalgAdministrative1NontSuper-
Action Recruiter in Section 3.J, Grade 11,
Non -Super-
visors Group AND inserting its specifications in Section 32. (Second Reading and
Adoption.) yeas - Nays - 0 ,
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274184.roviding the City of St. Paul
Resolution authorizing an agreement with the MTC providing
roll deduction in the
employees to utilize discounted trYonsYamfacilities via p
"Monthly All You Can Ride Cards" p- 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
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27928
December 27th, 1979.
C.F. No. 274185.
Resolution approving an appointment of Ora Lee Patterson to the position of
Administrative Aide I.
Mr. Peter Hames of the Mayor's Office appeared representing the Mayor and introduced
Ms. Ora Lee Patterson to the City Council and requested concurrence in the
appointment.
Councilpersons Showalter, Levine, Hunt and Tedesco, all expressed concurrence
with the appointment.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274186.
Resolution authorizing an application to the Office of Local and Urban Affairs of the
State Planning Agency for a Land and Water Conservation Grant for work at McMurray
Field.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274187.
Resolution granting Building Contractor Licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas = 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274188.
Resolution granting Building Contractor Licenses to persons as listed.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274189.
Preliminary Order for the condemning and taking an easement in the land necessary
for slopes, cuts and fills occasioned by the grading and paving of Wayzata St. from
Woodbridge to Albemarle AND setting date of public hearing for January 22, 1980.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274190.
Resolution approving the application of Richard Parr for relief taxes and assessments
for property described in abatement file No. 96628.
Adopted. Yeas 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274191.
Resolution approving $400,000. 11.625% U.S. Treasury Notes and $300,000. 9.75% \
U.S. Treasury Notes as collateral to protect public funds on deposit with the
Commercial State Bank.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274192.
Resolution approving premium rates submitted by Minnesota Mutual Life Insurance Company
for optional employees pay coverages to be provided City and Independent School
District #625 employees for the calendar 1980.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274193.
Resolution approving premium rates submitted by the St. Paul Life Insurance Co. for
Long Term Disability and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Coverages to
be provided Ctiy"and Independent School District #625 employees for the calendar
year 1980.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274194.
Resolution approving premium rates submittedlby Coordinated Health Care, Inc. for
Hospital and Medical Surgical Coverages to be provided City and Independent School
District #625 employees for the calendar year 1980.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274195.
Resolution approving premium rates submitted by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
for Hospital and Medical Surgical Coverages to be provided City and Independent School
District #625 employees for the calendar year 1980.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274196.
Resolution approving premium rates submitted by Minnesota Mutual Life Insurance Co.
for Optional Employee Pay Coverage on Spouse Insurance to be provided City and
Independent School District #625 Employees for calendar 1980.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
27929
December 27th, 1979.
C.F. No. 274197.
Resolution approving premium rates submitted by Group Health Plan, Inc. for Hospital
and Medical Surgical Coverages to be provided City and Independent School District 96625
employees for the calendar year 1980. Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274198.
Resolutin authorizing refund of $1,666.46 to Burlington Northern Inc. for street
improvement assessment on Childs Road erroneously levied.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274199.
Resoluitn authorizing $42,000. deposit into the general fund as settlement of the
City's claim against the Independent School District 96625 for the services of Lt.
Henry Winterhalter. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274200.
Resolution approving the reappointments of Lanier Oxton and Norma Sommerdorf to the
St. Paul Heritage Preservation CommissiOn.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
C.F. No. 274201.
Resolution allocating $70,000. to establish a Cable Franchise Account and amending the
1980 Budget by transferring $70,000. from Contingent Reserve General to Cable TV
Franchise Account.
and said funds would be reimbursed at a later
Councilman Hozza explained the resolution
date.
anuary he will go to Grosse Pointe, Michigan to visit their
Councilman Tedesco said in J
cable system which is partly municipally owned.
Roll call on the resolution. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274202.
Resolution authorizing that the City draft an invitation for Cable TV Franchise applications,
that the City retain the services of Cable Television Information Center, Inc. to
assist in drafting the invitation and participate in the evaluation of the applications,
form a: technical advisory group of City Depart -
that the Chairman of the Energy Committee
ments and Agencies, that the technical group and Cable Television Information Center
work in cooperation to prepare the invitation for Council review and approval and that
a public hearing be held on the invitation at 7:30 P.M. on February 5th, 1980.
Councilwoman Hunt asked where in the process the question of public ownership will
be discussed and she asked if the resolution would preclude this discussion or whether
the consultant would consider the matter.
Councilman Hozza said during February and early March the Council will explore alternative
forms and CTIC will explore alternative forms as part of thecontrincluding twenty five
Councilman Tedesco said he would like to see a partnership proposal
per cent ownership by the City. plan at this point and there must
Councilman Levine said he is not committed to any p
be questions answered about municipal ownership and management contracts.
Councilman Maddox said he thinks everybody is trying to get the most out of it
for the City of St. Paul.
At the question of Councilman Levine, Councilman Hozza said the application will require
financial disclosure of applicants.
Roll call on the resolution. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Adopted.
C.F. No. 274203.
ciation to Minneapolis Councilperson, Louis G. De Mars
Resolution extending appre
for his service and dedication and wishing best wishes for continued success in future
endeavors.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Councilwoman Hunt referred to a resolution that was referred to the Finance Committee
involving the appointment of outside legal counsel in connection with the lawsuit
commenced by the License Inspector and she said she does not onsideredtend.to hold a Finance
Committee meeting on Monday and suggests that the matter be considered at the next
City Council meeting.
After some discussion it was agreed that the matter could be discussed at today's
meeting and Councilwoman Hunt moved that the
Nresolution be recalled from Committee.
Adopted.
\ 27930.
December 27th,. 1979.
The Council at this time was ordered recessed for five minutes and then recon-
vened.
C.F. No. 274204.
Resolution appointing Theodore J. Collins, Ronald Patrick Smith, Robert T.White
and Patrick H. O'Neill.as special counsel to represent Police Chief Rowan, Police
Officers Dave Weida, James Fecky and John Voita in a lawsuit commenced by the
License Inspector.
Mr. Starr explained his request for special counsel and said he received a one
month extension to file a response which expires in early January and that is
the reason to consider the resolution as soon as possible. At this question of
Councilman Tedesco, Mr. Starr said the City should defend these officers and employees
and special and unusual circumstances.is the reason for the request for outside
counsel. He also said he recommends that the compensation as provided in the
resolution be set at $75.00 per hour.
Councilman Maddox asked if there is an estimate on the top and bottom expense of this
litigation and Mr. Starr indicated it could take two to•eighteen months and he
could not give an estimate. Councilman Maddox asked what could be done to prevent
future actions like this and Mr:: Starr said there is no way of prohibiting a conflict
of interest and cases requiring outside counsel are infrequent. He sai3 the City could
require the attorneys to file a certified statement of fees and Councilman Tedesco
suggested that an explaination of fees be reported every thirty days.
Councilman McMahon asked if an outside audit committee could be considered to review
the attorney fees and Mr. Starr said the Bar Association has two committees which
review this type of service.
Councilman Hozza moved that the compensation of $75.00 per hour be inserted in the
resolution and Councilman Tedesco moved that a thirty day report provision be included.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
Roll call on the resolution as amended.
Adopted. Yeas - 7 Nays - 0
The meeting was thereupon adjourned. (11:15 A.M.)
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