Minutes 05-25-1994 SUMMARY MINUTES OF THE SAINT PAUL CITY COUNCIL
MAY 25, 1994
3:30 P.M. Room 330 - City Hall and Court House
St. Paul, Minnesota
Present - 6- Councilmembers Blakey, Grimm, Harris, Megard, Rettman, Thune
Absent - 1 - Councilmember Guerin (excused)
Council President Thune noted that Councilmember Guerin has been excused to attend
meetings of the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities, and he further noted that
Councilmember Grimm may be leaving early to attend meetings at the same function.
MISCELLANEOUS
58. Introduction of Russian Vladivostok delegation, including the Director of the City
Finance Department and the Finance Directors from each of the City's five districts.
The representatives introduced themselves and indicated that they are on a tour to study
city finance and administration. The Vice-Mayor of Vladivostok presented gifts from
their country to the Council. Council President Thune welcomed them and thanked the
delegation for choosing to visit Saint Paul.
Suspension Item
City Attorney Tim Man� stated the Cozy Cantina is appealing the City Council's
determination of the 15 day suspension to the Court of Appeals. He explained they will
be asking the Court of Appeals to either stay or not impose the penalty at this time in
order for the Appeals Court to make a determination as to whether the penalty was
justified. Mr. Marx stated the Court of Appeals has informed the Cozy Cantina's counsel
that before it will determine whether it will grant a stay of the penalty, it wants the City
Council to determine whether they will grant the stay pending the appeal. Mr. Marx
referred to a resolution distributed to Councilmembers that would allow the City Council
to either grant or deny the stay.
Thomas Norby appeared on behalf of the Cozy Cantina. He urged the Councilmembers
to adopt the resolution the City Attorney provided granting a stay pending a
determination by the Court of Appeals. If not, he asked that some official reasons be
given for denying the stay.
Phil Byrne, Assistant City Attorney, appeared representing the License Department and
urged the Council to deny the request for a stay. He indicated that the Council made
the decision based on a sound record, evidence from the Administrative Law Judge's
(ALJ) findings and materials, statements and admissions by the license holder to the
Council which had not been presented to the ALJ including his knowledge that a
bartender was a felon and was permitted to stay, that the owner had not provided
training, and that loaded guns were kept in the bar. Mr. Byrne said he believes the best
position for the Council to take is to deny the stay based on the fact that the decision is
likely to remain as it is on appeal.
May 25, 1994
City Attomey Tim Marx explained that if it is the Council's position to stand behind
their previous decision, he recommends the Council deny the request for a stay. He
stated that this action will send a message to the Court and to the licenseholder that the
Council stands �rmly by their decision and wants to see it implemented. Mr. Manc
further indicated that if the Court of Appeals chooses to grant the stay, the Council will
have remained consistent.
Councilmember Blakey moved for suspension of the rules to consider the resolution
pertaining to the Cozy Cantina.
Roll call Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution - 94-715 - That request of Counsel for licensee Herbert Howe dba Cozy
Cantina at 202 Concord Street to stay in effect during pendency of appeal to the Court
of Appeals is denied.
Councilmember Blakey moved that the request to stay be denied for the reasons stated
by Mr. Byrne.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
37. Resolution - 94-697 - Directing proper City officials to test all vacant lots owned by the
City of St. Paul for lead contamination, to take appropriate action to remedy
contamination, ensure that a11 future demolition sites be tested and restored to safe lead
levels, and that a permanent record of soil status on city-owned property be retained.
Councilmember Blakey introduced a group of students from the Museum Magnet School
who have studied lead contamination and had requested that his office, with the help of
Councilmember Rettman, assist them in drafting a resolution to deal with problems
related to lead contamination.
Kevin Boran, parent volunteer at the Museum Magnet School, explained that the
children have done an environmental study on soil in their neighborhood and found the
lead levels to be 774 parts per million. He indicated that lead becomes a health hazard
both physically and mentally at 300-400 parts per million. Mr. Boran referred to a
petition that the students distributed requesting signatures for the City to test all
properties owned by the City for lead contamination, to take appropriate action to
remedy contamination, to ensure all future demolition sites be tested and restored to
safe levels, and that the City keep a permanent record of the soil status of City-owned
properties.
Councilmember Blakey moved that the resolution be referred to the City Operations
Committee for further study. He stated he will keep in contact with the students to
inform them of the Committee's �ndings.
Roll call Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
CONSENT AGENDA
Councilmember Harris requested that items 3, 29, 33, and 35 be removed for discussion.
Councilmember Blakey requested that item 30 be removed for discussion.
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Councilmember Blakey moved approval of the Consent Agenda as amended.
Roll Ca11 Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
FOR ACTION
1. Approval of Minutes of March 30 and Apri16, 1994 City Council meetings.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
2. Claims of Loren D. Dwyer and Robert Marino.
Refened to City Attorney's Office
4. Summons and Complaint in the matter of Tom Hansen vs the City of St. Paul.
Refened to City Attomey's Of�ce
5. Administrative Orders:
D00116 '
Amending the 1994 budget in the Department of Public Works-Street
Repair and Cleaning Fund.
� D00121 Amending the 1994 budget in the Department of Finance and Management
Services/CIS by moving $8,400 from salaries to contract services. (Laid
over from May 18)
D00128 Budget revision in the Department of Planning and Economic
Development Operations Fund in the amount of $6,500.
D00129 1994 budget revision in Public Health/Special Revenue.
D00130 Authorizing Director of Public Works to pay the firm of Dorsey and
Whitney for professional services provided.
Noted as on file in the City Clerk's Office
6. Petition of the City of Saint Paul for the vacation of a portion of land located in
Partition Plat to Saint Paul which is needed for the relocation of Soo Line Railroad
track adjacent to the new Shepard Road right-of-way. (For refenal to the Finance
Department for check as to form and sufficiency)
Refened to the Finance Department for check as to form and sufficiency
7. Letter from Saint Paul Public Health declaring 666 Wells Street as "nuisance property".
(For notification purposes only - Public hearing will be scheduled at a later date if
necessary)
8. Resolution - 94-629 - Approving renewal of On Sale Wine, On Sale Malt (Strong Beer)
and Restaurant-B License by Sena Cafe Inc., dba Sena Cafe, 684 N. Snelling Avenue
(ID #36391). (Laid over from May 18)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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9. Resolution - 94-630 - Approving renewal of Class III Gambling Premise Permit by West
Side Youth Hockey, 761 Charlton Street, at Brown Derby, 567 Stryker Ave. (ID #01702)
(Laid over from May 18)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
10. Resolution - 94-631 - Approving renewal of On Sale Wine, On Sale Malt (Strong Beer)
and Restaurant-B License by Lotus Victorian Crossing Inc., dba Lotus Victorian
Crossing, 867 Grand Ave. (ID #68703). (Laid over from May 18)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
11. Resolution - 94-632 - Approving renewal of various Off Sale Liquor and Supporting
Licenses by East Side Liquor Store, 1361 Maryland Ave. E. (ID # 18084), and Ramaley
Liquor, 666 Grand Ave. (ID #42267). (Laid over from May 18)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
12. Resolution - 94-633 - Approving renewal of various On Sale Liquor and Supporting
Licenses by: Minnehaha Lanes, 955 Seminary Ave.; Turf Club, 1601 University Ave. W.;
Checkers Nite Club, 1066 7th St. E.; Sheraton Midway Hotel, 400 Hamline Ave. N.; John
& Paul's Bar, 731 Randolph Ave.; Billy's Victorian Bar, 859 Thomas Ave.; and O.J.'s
Lowertown Bar & Grille, 175 Sth St. E. (ID #15976-87837). (Laid over from May 18)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
13. Resolution - 94-634 - Approving renewal of various On Sale Liquor and Supporting
Licenses by: Lendway's Lounge, 609 University Ave. W.; Skarda's Liquor, 728 Armstrong
Ave.; The Manor, 2550 7th St. W.; Midway Pro Bowl, 1556 University Ave. W.;
Sherwood Lounge, 1418 White Bear Ave. N.; Savoy Inn, 421 7th St. E.; Degidio's Bar,
425 7th St. W.; Kuby's Place, 1141 Rice St.; Embassy Suites Hotel/Woolley's Restaurant,
175 lOth St. E.; Original Coney Island, 444 St. Peter St.; Kernal's Korner, 1900 Stillwater
Ave.; Keenans 620 Club Inc., 620 7th St. W.; The Spot Bar, 859 Randolph Ave.; Lou's
Viaduct Inn, 1056 7th St. E.; Civic Center Inn, 175 7th St. W.; Mounds Park Lounge,
1067 Hudson Road; Town House, 1415 University Ave. W.; Innuendo, 510 Robert St. N.;
Depot Bar, 241 Kellogg Blvd. E. (ID # 16019-96489). (Laid over from May 18)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
14. Preliminary Order - 94-676 - In the matter of sidewalk construction and/or
reconstruction on both sides of Lakeview Avenue from North Victoria Street to East
Como Boulevard and west side North Victoria Street from Lakeview Avenue to
approximately 176 feet south of Lakeview Avenue, and setting date of public hearing for
July 20, 1994. (File #59474)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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15. Preliminary Order - 94-677 - In the matter of sidewalk reconstruction on both sides of
West George Street from Ohio Street to Orleans Street, and the west side of Ohio Street
from West George Street to approximately 45 feet south of West George Street, and
setting date of public hearing for July 20, 1994. (File #S9475)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
16. Preliminary Order - 94-678 - In the matter of sidewalk reconstruction on the south side
of West Minnehaha Avenue from North Hamline Avenue to North Albert Street, and
setting date of public hearing for July 20, 1994. (File #59476)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
17. Preliminary Order - 94-679 - In the matter of sidewalk reconstruction on both sides of
Case Avenue from North Ruth Street to Nokomis Avenue, and setting date of public
hearing for July 20, 1994. (File #S9477)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
18. Preliminary Order - 94-680 - In the matter of sidewalk reconstruction on the south side
of East Ivy Avenue from Van Dyke Street to North Hazel Street at 1894 East Ivy
Avenue only, and setting date of public hearing for July 20, 1994. (File #59478)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
19. Preliminary Order - 94-681 - In the matter of sidewalk reconstruction on the north side
of East Maryland Avenue from Edgewater Boulevard to North McKnight Road at 2251
East Maryland Avenue, and setting date of public hearing for July 20, 1994. (File
#S9479)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
20. Preliminary Order - 94-682 - In the matter of sidewalk reconstruction on both sides of
East Fifth Street from North Hazel Street to North Ruth Street, and setting date of
public hearing for July 20, 1994. (File #59480)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
21. Preliminary Order - 94-683 - In the matter of sidewalk reconstruction on both sides of
East Fifth Street from North Winthrop Street to North McKnight Road, and setting date
of public hearing for July 20, 1994. (File #S9481)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
22. Preliminary Order - 94-684 - In the matter of sidewalk reconstruction on both sides of
Margaret Street from North Winthrop Street to North McKnight Road, and setting date
of public hearing for July 20, 1994. (File #S9482)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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23. Preliminary Order - 94-685 - In the matter of sidewalk reconstruction on the east side of
Mounds Boulevard from Cherry Street to McLean Avenue, and setting date of public
hearing for July 20, 1994. (File #59483)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
24. Preliminary Order - 94-686 - In the matter of sidewalk reconstruction on the east side of
Nortonia Avenue from Escanaba Avenue to Stillwater Avenue, and setting date of public
hearing for July 20, 1994. (File #S9484)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
25. Preliminary Order - 94-687 - In the matter of sidewalk reconstruction on the south side
of East Third Street from North Ruth Street to Pedersen Street, and setting date of
public hearing for July 20, 1994. (File #S9485)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
26. Preliminary Order - 94-688 - In the matter of condemning and taking a permanent
easement for the construction and future maintenance of storm sewer system near Hazel
Street and Iowa Avenue subject to existing structures under and across the south 10.00
feet of Lot 5 and the north 10.00 feet of Lot 6, Sundgren Addition, and setting date of
public hearing for July 20, 1994. (File # 18742-E)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
27. Resolution - 94-650 - Approving the reappointment of Rachel Campbell and Susan
Smith-C�nnien, and the appointment of Walter Mills, by the Mayor, to the Hubert H.
Humphrey Job Corps Center Neighborhood Advisory Committee. (Laid over from May
18)
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
28. Resolution - 94-689 - Authorizing the City of Saint Paul to enter into a Minnesota
Department of Transportation (MnDOT) agreement number 65404 stipulating costs and
terms for participation for the installation of flood lights to illuminate the steel arch of
the High Bridge. (See following related C.F. 94-663).
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
31. Resolution - 94-691 - Amending the 1994 budget in the Department of Planning and
Economic Development/Director's Office by releasing $9,000 of consultant funds from
contingency for professional services.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
32. Resolution - 94-692 - Amending the 1993 Capital Improvement Program by restoring
sewer revenue bonds to the 1992 CSSP Program, 1985 Water Pollution Abatement Bond
funds, and 1992 Capital Improvement Budget funds to the Ayd Mill Road, Arcade Street
Bridge, and University-Gateway projects from the 1993 Flood Control Project.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
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34. Resolution - 94-694 - Amending the 1994 Capital Improvement budget in the Police
Department by adding $40,000 to the Financing and Spending Plans for Canine Facility
Improvement.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
36. Resolution - 94-696 - Authorizing the Saint Paul Saints Northern League Baseball Team
to use Division of Parks and Recreation licenses to sell 3.2 beer at the Municipal
Stadium in 1994 subject to terms and conditions.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
38. Resolution - 94-698 - Authorizing proper City officials to execute a written agreement
with the Parque Zoologico de Leon, Guanajuato, Mexico for the donation of one female,
hybrid orangutan from Como Zoo.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
39. Resolution - 94-699 - Authorizing proper City officials to execute a five year extension of
lease agreement providing 42,700 square feet of vacant land near Ayd Mill Road and
unimproved Ashland Avenue to the Snelling/Hamline Community Council to be used for
community garden plots.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
40. Resolution - 94-700 - Approving applications for Youth Program funding from
Blackhawk Soccer Club, Boosters East, Inc., Cherokee Park Celebration Club, Duluth &
Case Booster Club, Groveland Booster Club, North End Youth News, Phalen Youth
Club, St. Paul East Athletic Association, Sports for Life, Valley Booster Club, and Youth
Express, and authorizing proper City officials to execute appropriate agreements.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
41. Resolution - 94-701 - Authorizing proper City officials to promulgate an approved list of
eligible organizations (Cherokee Park July 4th Celebration Club, Desnoyer Park
Improvement Association, Volunteers for Eastside Youth, Eastview Booster Club, and
the North End July 4th Booster Club) for the 1994 Charitable Gambling 10% Club.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
42. Resolution - 94-702 - Approving temporary change in polling location from the Temple
of Aaron to the Ford Union Hall, and permanent change from the Highland Park
Library to the Hillcrest Recreation Center.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
3. Summons and Complaint in the matter of John Davidson vs Mark Sletner, et. al.
Councilmember Harris explained that he pulled this item from the Consent Agenda as a
reminder to the Council of earlier discussions held in the Finance Conunittee pertaining
to assessing employee costs. He said this item is an example of issues he would like to
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be able to track back to the department in order to obtain an estimate of costs to the
City.
Refened to the City Attomey's office.
29. Resolution - 94-663 - Amending the 1994 Long Range/Capital Improvement Budget by
transferring surpluses from various lighting projects to fund a portion of the High Bridge
lighting project and the remainder to be set aside in Capital Improvement Budget
contingency account. (La,id over from May 18)
Councilmember Harris indicated that he has reviewed this item and has had discussions
with both the Mayor's staff and Councilmember Rettman regarding the budgeting
process. He refened to transfers from contingency into the Capital Improvement Budget
(CIB) as well as transfers out of the CIB. He recognized the positive work done by City
staff and Councilmember Rettman. He said that he and Councilmember Rettman have
discussed requesting staff from the Budget Office to attend the Finance Committee
meeting in late June to make a presentation regarding money in contingency funds.
Councilmember Harris moved approval of the resolution.
Councilmember Rettman said approximately two years ago the process of identifying
these funds began. She indicated that those accounts have been closed out and funds
have been retumed to the CIB process. She said dollars can now be clearly identified
for fund reallocation or can remain in bank accounts to protect the City's bond rating.
Councilmember Megard referred to an item on the Consent Agenda in which money was
taken out of contingency for out of line funding. She expressed a desire to see this
"cleaned up." She commended all who have worked on it thus far.
Roll ca11 on the motion by Councilmember Harris.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
33. Resolution - 94-693 - Amending the 1994 budget in the Department of Fire & Safety
Services by releasing funds in 1985 Capital Improvement Budget Contingency to continue
repairs on the Live Fire Training Building.
Councilmember Harris moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
30. Resolution - 94-690 - Amending the 1994 budget in the Department of Planning and
Economic Development/Job Creation and Training for Job Training Partnership Act
Title III Economic Development and Worker Adjustment Assistance Act (EDWAAA),
and authorizing proper City officials to execute appropriate contracts for delivery of
employment-related services.
Councilmember Blakey noted that this program is for people living in the City of
Roseville. He questioned how the City of Saint Paul is involved and whether the City of
Saint Paul will be paid for services.
Councilmember Harris indicated that he contacted Wayne Young of PED and was
informed that this is a Federal grant. The City has the authority to accept such funds
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and they are being accepted and transferred to a contractor. Five hundred dollars ($500)
of the funds will be kept by the City of Saint Paul to compensate for staff time.
Councilmember Blakey moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
35. Resolution - 94-695 - Amending the 1994 budget in the Department of Public Works
Financing and Spending Plans, Special Fund Policies, for hazardous waste clean up at
891-899 N. Da1e, street repair and cleaning, traffic, signal, and lighting, and equipment.
Councilmember Harris indicated that he was informed by Bob Roettger that Public
Works is developing a policy in which to do this work, and he directed the Public Works
staff to report to the City Operations Committee to inform the Council of this new policy
once it has been outlined.
Councilmember Harris moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
43. Resolution - 94-703 - Approving renewal of agreement between the City of St. Paul and
the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission whereby the City agrees to maintain
interceptor sewers and appurtenances for the period of January 1, 1994 through
December 31, 1994.
Councilmember Rettman moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
ORDINANCES
44. Fina1 Adoption - 94-595 - An ordinance amending Chapter 157, Section 157.04, entitled
"Miscellaneous parking restrictions". (Public Hearing held May 18)
Councilmember Rettman requested a two week lay over of this item in order to obtain
further information from the Police Department. She explained the ordinance and said
it refers to approximately 500 properties within the City of Saint Paul whose mail boxes
are out on the street. She noted that these are not the large blue mail boxes.
Councilmember Grimm requested that the Police Department provide information as to
how many people this will affect. She suggested that the Council consider these on a
case-by-case basis.
Councilmember Rettman spoke in agreement to that suggestion and indicated that
Chapter 157 is done on a complaint basis only in consultation with the City Attorney's
Office. She further stated that signage to be erected on properties under the sign policy
will have to be paid for by the owners as it is a discretionary sign.
Councilmember Megard questioned the cost of enforcement, and Councilmember
Rettman explained that is what she wants the Police Department to respond to.
Councilmember Rettman moved for a two week layover.
Roll Call Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Laid over to June 8.
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45. First Reading - 94-704 - An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code by
finalizing City Council approval of a petition of Tim Madden and rezoning property
located at 865 Front Avenue from B-2 to RM-2.
Laid over to June 1 for second reading
46. First Reading - 94-705 - An ordinance amending Chapter 60 of the Legislative Code by
finalizing City Council approval of a petition by Mike and Mark Fuhr and rezoning
property located at 399 Ruth Street from OS-1 to P-1.
Laid over to June 1 for second reading
47. First Reading - 94-706 - An ordinance amending Chapter 366 of the Legislative Code by
adding language authorizing the Police Chief to assess a fee to cover the cost of
providing security for a block party, community festival, special event, march,
demonstration or public gathering.
Councilmember Rettman stated this item is on the Finance Committee Meeting Agenda
for June lst. After a brief discussion, there was agreement that the readings continue.
I.aid over to June 1 for second reading
48. First Reading - 94-707 - An ordinance amending Chapter 33 of the Administration Code
to provide reimbursement to officers and employees for the use of their motorcycles
while on official business.
Councilmember Hanis referred to a proposed ordinance change being discussed in the
City Operations Committee and research of the mileage issues for automobiles. He
moved this item be refened to the City Operations Committee with the readings to
continue.
Roll call Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Refened to the City Operations Committee
PUBLIC HEARINGS
49. Resolution - 94-708 - Approving application for Original Container, Cigarette & General
Repair Garage License (ID #31301) applied for by J& G Auto Services, John James
Giossi owner, 1314 White Bear Avenue North.
Khris Van Horn, Licensing, appeared and explained this is a basic application for a
general repair garage.
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilmember Grimm moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
50. Resolution Ratifying Assessment - 94-709 - In the matter of repair of sewer service
connection for property located at 986 East 3rd Street, and to collect e�enses involved
for towing an abandoned vehicle at 891 Johnson Parkway. (File #SSA94042, J9494V1 -
Laid over from May 11 - Legislative Hearing O�cer recommends approval with the 891
Johnson Parkway abatement to be reduced to $160)
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No one appeared in opposition.
Councilmember Rettman moved approval of the resolution with the 891 Johnson
Parkway abatement reduced to $160.00.
Adopted as amended per Legislative Hearing Off'icer's Recommendation.
Yeas-6 Nays-0
51. Resolution Ratifying Assessment - 94-710 - In the matter of constructing storm sewer at
an increased depth in Hamline Avenue at Juno intersection as requested by Cretin-
Derham Hall in conjunction with the Edgcumbe/Bayard Area Storm Sewer Project.
(File # 18609-3CD)
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilmember Harris moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
52. Resolution Ratifying Assessment - 94-711 - In the matter of constructing storm water
service connection as requested by property owners from Otis Avenue to Cretin Avenue
in conjunction with the Marshall Avenue project. (File #18672-CONN)
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilmember Megard moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
53. Final Order - 94-550 - In the matter of sidewalk reconstruction with retaining wall and
integral curb on the south side of E. Fourth Street from approximately 100 feet east of
Wacouta Street to approximately 150 feet east of Wacouta Street. (File #S9413 - Laid
over from April 27)
Councilmember Rettman moved this item be laid over four weeks.
Roll Ca11 Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Laid over to June 22
54. Public hearing in the matter of rezoning property owned by Woodland Terrace Inc.
located at 538 Dayton Avenue from RT-2 to P-1 to allow a five stall garage for
Woodland Tenace Rowhouse. (Laid over from May 11)
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilmember Blakey e�lained he had laid this item over for two weeks in order to
receive further information and also for the neighborhood to continue discussion on re-
zoning issues. Councilmember Blakey made the motion to approve the intent of the re-
zoning.
Motion of Intent Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
55. Resolution - 94-712 - Approving the petition of Bethlehem Lutheran in the Midway
Church to vacate the alley opened across Lot 20, Block 1, Homer H. Hoyt Co's Addition
bounded by Roy Street, Spruce Tree Avenue, Snelling Avenue, and Shields Avenue.
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No one appeared in opposition.
Councilmember Megard moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
56. Resolution - 94-713 - Ordering the owner(s) to repair or remove building at 430-34
Whitall Street within fifteen (15) days from adoption of resolution. (Legislative Hearing
Officer recommends approval of demolition with the amendment to have demolition
done in five (5) days from adoption of resolution instead of 15 days).
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilmember Rettman moved approval of the resolution with demolition to be done
within five days.
Adopted as amended per Legislative Hearing Officer's Recommendation
Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
57. Resolution - 94-714 - Ordering the owner(s) to repair or remove structure and wall on
south side of property at 193-197 N. Western Avenue within fifteen (15) days from
adoption of resolution. (Laid over in Legislative Hearing to June 7)
No one appeared in opposition.
Councilmember Blakey moved this item be laid over to June 15.
Roll Ca11 Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Laid over to June 15.
Suspension Items
Councilmember Rettman moved the rules be suspended to consider an item not on the
agenda pertaining to an application for a gambling premise permit license.
Roll call Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution - 94-716 - Approving application for the renewal of Class III Gambling
Premise Permit License (ID #00002) by International Traveling League MN Little
Gophers at Triviski's Bar, 173 South Robert Street.
Councilmember Rettman moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilmember Harris refened to C.F. 94-628 and to discussions he has had with Fire
Chief Fuller pertaining to amending the 1992-1993 Collective Bargaining Agreement
between the City of Saint Paul and the Saint Paul Firefighters. He moved
reconsideration of C.F. 94-628.
Roll call Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Resolution - 94-628 - Approving Memorandum of Agreement amending the 1992-1993
Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Saint Paul and Saint Paul
Fire�ghters, Loca121. (Brought in under suspension on May llth and laid over one
week)
Councilmember Harris said when this item was initially brought up under suspension, it
was laid over in order for Councilmembers questions to be answered. He stated there
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has been no official response. He referred to conflicting statements made regarding
dollar savings. Councilmember Harris indicated that he learned from Chief Fuller that
dollar savings are minimal. He further explained that the Deputy Chief makes the
assignments which takes a lot of management time and that the Chief is making this
request for that reason. Councilmember Hanis further refened to the issue raised by
Councilmember Megard pertaining to how this would affect protected classes. He
explained that those in the present pool obtain seniority quicker and are, therefore, able
to bid on jobs quicker.
Councilmember Megard e�lained her concem that she had requested a conversation
with Chief Fuller and she has not received a reply. She stated she would still like the
opportunity to have a discussion with him on this issue and therefore would like this item
laid over until that time.
Councilmember Blakey expressed concern regarding information requests. There has
been no response to this request in written form. He feels that information requested by
any Councilmember should be received promptly by the entire Council. He would like
the Council to develop a policy regarding this.
Councilmember Grimm moved a two week lay over in order to obtain the requested
information.
Council President Thune explained that tonight was the last night bidding can take place.
He encouraged Council to consider personal discussions held with the Deputy Mayor or
other Administration in this matter.
Deputy Mayor Pam Wheelock stated that tonight at midnight is the closing of posting for
the bidding process. If bids are not submitted by then, it will have to wait until the next
bidding process for the change to occur. Ms. Wheelock stated she did receive a copy of
Councilmember Megard's letter to Chief Fuller. She indicated to Chief Fuller that she
was going to be meeting with Councilmember Megard and, therefore, it was not
necessary for him to follow up on the letter. She stated she believes all questions in the
letter were either answered at the two Council meetings, in individual meetings with
Councilmembers, or in discussions between the Assistant Fire Chief and the Legislative
Aides. Ms. Wheelock stated she views this as a relatively simple, non-controversial
change in the contact that has been agreed to by both Fire Management and the Union
representing the members of Loca121.
Councilmember Harris said the issue at hand appears to be that on a regular basis
information brought to the Council for consideration is not complete. If Council-
members are to feel comfortable voting on issues, complete information has to be
provided.
Ms. Wheelock stated that at the last Department/Office Directors meeting she stressed
the importance of paying particular attention to information supplied on green sheets.
Ms. Wheelock asked the Legislative body to work with the Administrative body to
identify issues where more information is needed and to possibly develop a better forum
in which to obtain information.
Councilmember Megard said she met with Ms. Wheelock and they did agree to work on
trying to find a better way to communicate. She also stated that collective bargaining is
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a big issue and questions were raised which she felt needed public discussion. She noted
that she will vote today for adoption of the resolution.
Councilmember Harris moved approval of the resolution.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
Councilmember Grimm moved the meeting be adjourned.
Adopted Yeas - 6 Nays - 0
OUR D T. 5 P.M.
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ATTEST:
� Minutes approved by Council
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