HRA 08/08/1985 - 6749HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING
THURSDAY, AUGUST 8, 1985
John Flora
Director of Public Works
City of Fridley
A n r u n A
HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY THURSDAY, AUGUST 8, 1985 7 :00 P.M.
Location: Council Chamber (upper level)
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Housing & Redevelopment Authority Minutes: July 11, 1985
AnAnTTnm nC APrMnA .
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE RELOCATION OF NSP
POWER LINES UNDERGROUND ON MISSISSIPPI STREET WEST OF UNIVERSITY
AVENUE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 1B
CONSIDERATION OF STORER CABLE COMMUNICATIONS REQUEST FOR
REIMBURSEMENT FOR UNDERGROUND CABLE LINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2Q
REVIEW OF UNIVERSITY AVENUE CORRIDOR STUDY PROPOSALS . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 3G
UPDATE OF STATUS FOR CENTER CITY DEVELOPMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
FINANCIAL STATEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
CHECK REGISTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
OTHER BUSINESS
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CITY OF FRIDLEY
HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
MEETING
JULY..11,..1985 ... .....
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Comers called the July 11, 1985, Housing & Redevelopment Authority
meeting to order at 7:07.
ROLL CALL:
Members Present: Larry Comme -^s, Carolyn Svendsen, Water Rasmussen, Duane Prairie
Members Absent: Elmars Prieditis
Others Present: Nasim Qureshi, HRA Director
Sid Inman, Director of Central Services
Dave Newman, City Attorney
APPROVAL OF JUNE 13, 1985, HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES:
MOTION BY MR. RASMUSSEN, SECONDED BY MS. SVENDSEN, TO APPROVE THE JUNE 13, 1985,
HOUSING 6 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES AS WRITTEN.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON COMMERS DECLARED THE MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
1. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A STUDY FOR A PARKING RAMP FACILITY WITHIN THE
RESOLUTION N0. HRA -11-1985
Mr. Qureshi stated that as was discussed before, the City has a request from
Columbia Park Clinic to expand its facility. The City has enough land available
to meet city code, but the actual utilization has been much higher than what the
code requires. The Columbia Park Clinic is looking at some kind of ramp
facility on the property on the east side of the clinic building.
Mr. Qureshi stated there has been some feeling that there is a shortage of
parking for the Fridley Plaza Office Building, and that maybe the logical
approach should be to take a comprehensive look at what is needed in the area.
Also, maybe they could save some of the property for green area west of the
clinic that is presently green area. City Staff has done some sketching, but
now feel maybe they should go into more conceptual drawings to give them some
options to be considered by the HRA and the City.
Mr. Qureshi stated BWBR is the architect for the expansion of the clinic. BWBR
has given the City a quote of $1500 -2000 to do a study. City Staff feels this
quote is very reasonable. If the HRA desires to get some further study done in
this area, Staff would recommend they utilize BWBR's services to do some con-
ceptual drawings for the facility.
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HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY'MEETING, JULY 11, 1985 PAGE 2
Mr. Rasmussen stated that in discussions with the owner of Moon Plaza, this
person is talking about some remodeling to Moon Plaza similar to that being
done at Holly Center and putting up an office building. Mr. Rasmussen stated
that if the City is going to help with parking for the clinic facility, where
do they draw the line? Are they going to provide parking ramps for all the
areas around here?
Mr. Commers stated he was not sure what the status of Moon Plaza was. The long
range plans put together 4 -5 years ago provided for the possibility of the
center being torn down because of its poor condition. As far as a narking ramp
was concerned, it was his understanding that when they discussed this last month
that the clinic would be putting in the ramp. The City might give some assistance,
but it was his understanding that Columbia Park Properties was basically going
to be paying for the ramp.
Mr. Qureshi stated the clinic has its own needs. He stated there was nothing
in writing, but it was his understanding that Columbia Park Properties was
willing to pay for those needs. He was just saying that at this stage, rather
than looking at just putting in a ramp for the clinic that they look at the
needs of the whole area and provide for those needs. At this time, he was just
talking about conceptual ideas and who pays for it would be the next step.
Mr. Rasmussen stated that before spending a lot of money to develop concepts,
unless there is some kind of concensus of opinion as to who is going to pay
for it, it seemed like putting the cart before the horse. However, he did agree
they should probably determine the needs in the area.
Ms. Svendsen asked how the Fire Dept. felt about this.
Mr. Qureshi stated it was the feeling of the Fire Dept. that there are better
sites than where they are located now because of access problems onto Univer-
sity Ave. Putting them on 5th St. would provide better access.
Mr. Commers stated that regarding the possible upgrading of Moon Plaza, there
was no reason why they could not work with the owner of that center just like
they have done with any other development. He would suggest some inquiry be
made by staff to see what the plans actually are.
Mr. Coroners stated he felt $1500 -2000 was a reasonable cost for a study. He
suggested the resolution be amended to reflect a limit of $2000.
Mr. Newman stated that also in the resolution "BRW" should be changed to "BWBR ".
MOTION BY MR. RASMUSSEN, SECONDED BY MS. SVENDSEN, TO APPROVE RESOLUTION No.11 -1985
1985, A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING A STUDY FOR A PARKING RAMP FACILITY WITHIN THE
COMMUNITY PLAZA AREA,WITH THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENT TO THF, LAST PARAGRAPH:
"NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, THAT THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY DETERMINES THAT A STUDY FOR THE
IMPROVEMENT AND EXPANSION OF PARKING FACILITIES AND FIRF, DEPARTMENT
SHOULD BE MADE FOR THE COMMUNITY PLAZA AREA, AND HEREBY AUTHORIZES
THE CHAIRMAN AND DIRECTOR OF THE HRA TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH
BWBR TO DEVELOP A CONCEPT PLAN FOR A PARKING RAMP AND FIRE STATION
IMPROVEMENT, NOT TO EXCEED $210002"
HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING, JULY 11, 1985 PAGE 3
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON COMMERS DECLARED THE MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. UPDATE ON TRAFFIC CHANNELIZATION OF HIGHWAY 65 AND WEST MOORE LAKE DRIVE/
CENTRAL-AVENUE INTERSECTION AREA AND-100-TWIN DRIVE-�IN PROPETM
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Mr. Qureshi stated that since the HRA authorized this study, there has been a
new development. The property owned by 100 Twin Drive -In has been optioned
by a company called Woodbridge Properties. It was his understanding that they
are in the process of developing some overall conceptual plans for the whole
parcel. Once those plans are submitted, they will be submitting them to the
HRA. These plans might have some impact on the proposed alignment of the
roadwav that was submitted to the HRA. He stated the City has advised Woodbr-
idge Properties that they are in the process of a study, and 'Woodbridge Properties
will be coordinating their development in conjunction with the study.
Mr. Commers stated he would be concerned that if plans are being put together
for the property, that the City is not spending money for a traffic study that
might be of no use.
Mr. Qureshi stated the basic design is essentially the intersection. How
the development hooks on to it is flexible. But, they have made Goodrich
Properties aware of what is proposed. He would say 90% of the work is going
toward the intersection and 10% beyond that.
Mr. Qureshi stated it was their hope the design would be completed this year;
then enter into a joint powers agreement with Anoka County, the Highway Dept.,
the HRA, and the City. If everything goes well, they will let the contract
next year so they can do the actual construction probably in 1987. They need
that kind of lead time to accomplish this kind of work.
Mr. Commers stated they should continue on with the study. They know the
intersection has to be redesigned; and since 90% of the cost relates to the
intersection and 10% to how a development hooks in, it made sense to go forward.
The HRA members agreed.
3. PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH GERALD PASCHKE ON LOTS 4 AND 7, BLOCK 4
UNIVERSITY INDUSTRIAL PARK:
Mr. Qureshi stated that on this plat, the HRA already helped Mr. Paschke with
3 parcels. He is asking for essentially the same help for Lot 4 and Lot 7,
Block 4, University Industrial Park. The only action required by the HRA was
to set a public hearing for their August meeting. At that time, they can
further review the details of the agreement. He stated the HRA members had
a rough draft copy of the agreement for their review, and they can take the
appropriate action at the August meeting.
MOTION BY MR. RASMUSSEN, SECONDED BY BR. PRAIRIE, TO SET A PUBLIC HEARING
FOR AUGUST 15 REGARDING THE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT WITH GERALD PASCHKE
ON LOTS 4 AND 7, BLOCK 4, UNIVERSITY INDUSTRIAL PARK.
HOUSING R RFDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING, JULY 11; 1985 PAGE 4
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON COMMERS DECLARED THE MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
4. FINANCIAL REPORT:
Mr. Inman stated there was no financial report; however the HRA members had
received the audited year end report for their review. No action was needed.
5. CHECK REGISTER:
None
6. OTHER BUSINESS:
a. Proposed University Avenue Corridor Beautification Study
Mr. Qureshi stated that the City sent 11 requests for proposals for a
study on the University Corridor upgrading and improvement. Five of the
11 consultants responded. The HRA had been provided a list of those
who had responded. He stated they will evaluate the proposals and, hone -
fully, talk to the business people who have shown an interest and be pre-
pared to give the HRA a recommendation at the Aug. 8th meeting.
b. Possible Conflict of Interest by HRA member or Staff member
Mr. Rasmussen stated he was concerned about any potential conflict of
interest by an HRA member or staff person regarding involvement in areas
that could have the appearance of conflict of interest, either in New
Brighton or any neighboring community.
Mr. Commers stated the City does have a disclosure requirement that city
commissioners must sign. He was not sure if that applied to the HRA.
Mr. Inman stated he believed both the HRA and the Police Commission were
exempt from the disclosure requirement.
Mr. Commers stated it might be appropriate for the HRA to adopt a resolution
of that nature, at least to the extent that they can police it in the City
of Fridley. As far as problems in other areas outside the City, he would
be-happy to discuss this with Mr. Rasmussen and anyone else who has some
information on this, and report back to the HRA. He stated he would also
ask Mr. Newman to look into the possibility of the HRA adopting a disclosure
similar to the one the City has for commission members.
HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING, JULY 112 1985 PAGE 5
ADJOURNMENT:
Chairperson Comers declared the July 11, 1985, Housing & Redevelopment Authority
meeting adjourned at 8 :00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
LynneT JaDa
Recording Secretary
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In accordance with the HRA's desire to relocate the electrical distribution
system along Mississippi Street between University and 2nd underground, we have
approached NSP to schedule this work for next year to be completed prior to the
County improvement of Mississippi Street.
We have been informed that an estimate for this work would be $85,000.00. If any
additional underground services were to be provided to the existing Fridley Liquor
Warehouse and Rice Creek Plaza building, there would be an increase of approximately
$10,000.00.
The attached resolution authorizes the City of Fridley to initiate an agreement with
NSP to relocate the overhead power lines along Mississippi Street west of University,
underground,and includes a price of $95,000.000 so as to cover any contingency that
may arise between now and the work being completed.
Recommend the HRA approve the attached resolution so that the relocation of
electrical services can be accomplished in conjunction with and before the highway
improvement scheduled for the Spring of 1986.
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Enclosure - Resolution
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PW85 -239
In accordance with the HRA's desire to relocate the electrical distribution
system along Mississippi Street between University and 2nd underground, we have
approached NSP to schedule this work for next year to be completed prior to the
County improvement of Mississippi Street.
We have been informed that an estimate for this work would be $85,000.00. If any
additional underground services were to be provided to the existing Fridley Liquor
Warehouse and Rice Creek Plaza building, there would be an increase of approximately
$10,000.00.
The attached resolution authorizes the City of Fridley to initiate an agreement with
NSP to relocate the overhead power lines along Mississippi Street west of University,
underground,and includes a price of $95,000.000 so as to cover any contingency that
may arise between now and the work being completed.
Recommend the HRA approve the attached resolution so that the relocation of
electrical services can be accomplished in conjunction with and before the highway
improvement scheduled for the Spring of 1986.
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Enclosure - Resolution
RESCLUTION NO. HRA - 1985
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WHEREAS, the Center City Development incorporates Mississippi Street
between Main and 7th Streets, and
WHEREAS, redevelopment is occuring in the NW and SE quadrants of the
University and Mississippi intersection, and
WHEREAS, it is desirable to remove the overhead power lines in the
redevelopment district, and
WHEREAS, the power lines between University and 7th Street have been
relocated underground, and
WHEREAS, Mississippi Street is programmed for reconstruction in 1986,
and
WHEREAS, it is desirable to relocate the NSP lines underground on
Mississippi Street west of University, and
WA REA.S, overhead service should be continued to the Rice Creek Plaza
and Fridley Liquor Store area:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Housing and Redevelopment
Authority of the City of Fridley, to authorize the City to negotiate
the relocation of the NSP power lines underground on Misissippi Street
between University and 2nd Street and provide services to the SW
quadrant and that this improvement is not to exceed $95,000.00.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY OF THE
CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS DAY OF , 1985.
LAWRENCE R. OMi M, CHAIRMAN
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
NASIM M. QURESHI - DIRDCIOR
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4:11004 Johr Flora, Public Works Director i
Storer Cable Communications
Reimbursement Request (See
attached letter dated 7/10;85)
Storer Cable is asking the HRA for reimbursement for the costs of the
relocation of their lines west of University Ave. near Mississippi Street.
As the attached letter indicates, they are requesting $8.509.00. NS P,
conversely will be reimbursed the actual cost for relocating their
facilities not to exceed $95,000.00.
Last year NSP was reimbursed a maximum of $75,000.00 for their relocation
work east of Mississippi Street. Storer Cable expended $17,282.23. None
of this money was reimbursed, as wording in Section 405.06, paragraph 2 of
the Cable Ordinance and Section 6.05 of the Franchise Agreement seemed to
indicate the expenses should be absorbed by Storer (See attached sections
of ordinance). It should be noted that Storer's request last year came
after the other utilities were placed underground.
The Cable Commission at their July 18 meeting supports the HRA
reimbursement request because of the unique set of circumstances in this
case. Tbeir motion was as follows:
NOTION by Ms. Hughes, seconded by Mr. Raspszak, to endorse the concept
Of Storer Cable being reimbursed for relocation costs for underground
work on Miss. St. on the basis equal treatment of all uilities and
franchisees in the City and the fact that Stoi er Cable has requested
reimbursement at a time when other existing utilities are overhead.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON PETERSON DECLARED THE
NOTION CARRIED UNANINDUSLY.
If reimbursement is approved
Total reimbursed amount not
let ter of request.
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Attachment
I recommend actual cost with documentation.
to exceed $8,509.00 as estimated in the July 10
cc: 1985 Cable Correspondence File
cc: Mark Burch
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C O M M U N I C A T I O N S
July 10, 1985
Housing Redevelopment
City of Fridley
6431 University Avenue
Fridley, MN 55432
Gentlemen:
Authority
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Fridley, KIN 55432
We have been informed of a project to commence in the
spring of 1986 on the corner of Mississippi and university
Avenue. This would entail having our cables placed under-
ground at the following estimated cost:
$6843 labor
$1666 materials
$8509 TOTAL
We hope that this can be incorporated in the improvement
and engineering costs of the project. Therefore, we
respectfully request you to consider reimbursing our
costs for this project and to place us on the agenda of
any future meeting when this will be discussed.
Sincerely,
Chris Wegemer
District Manager
cc: Clyde Moravetz
City Lhall bear all costs of any special testing required by City.
405.06. CDKSMCTWN PROVISMM
1. Construction Codes.
All wires, conduits, cable and other property and facilities of Grantee shall
be located, constructed and installed and maintained in compliance with
applicable codes. Grantee shall keep and maintain all of its property so as
not to unnecessarily interfere with the usual and custarary trade, traffic or
Havel upon the streets and public places of the Franchise area or endanger
the lives or property of any person. In the event of such interference, City
way require the reroval of Grantee's lines, cables and appurtenances from the
street or property in question. City shall have the right to inspect all
construction or installation work performed subject to the provisions of
Franchise and to make such tests as it shall find necessary to ensure
ca pliance with the terms of Franchise and pertinent provisions of law and
ordinances that are applicable.
2. Reservations of Street Rights.
Nothing in the Franchise shall be construed to prevent City from making any
irrpr overt, repairing and/or altering any street, cc any other public work.
All such work stall be cone, insofar as practicable, in such mariner, as not to
obstruct, injure or prevent the free use and operation of poles, wires,
cord--its, condictors, pipes or appurtenances of Grantee. If any such property
of Grantee herein shall interfere with the construction or repair of any
street or irprovert, thirty (30) days notice shall be given to Grantee by
City and all such poles, wires, condjits or other appliances and facilities
shall be rer.oved or replaced by Grantee in such manner as shall be directed by
City so that the sa-* shall not interfere with the said public work of City,
and such Leraal or rmIaoe-e-nt shall be at the =nse of Grantee herein.
3. Permits.
Grantee shall obtain the necessary permits from City before commencing any
construction or upgrading of Syster.., including the opening or disturbance of
any streets or public or private property. If Grantee fails to meet the
conditions of any required permit, in addition to any liquidated dar,ages that
may be iriposed by reason of the Franchise, it my be subject to any applicable
penalties pursuant to the ordinances of City.
405.07. OPUWIM AM KhDCUW=
1. Amwal Reports.
City shall have the authority to collect a use fee from Grantee and the
authority to audit Grantee's accounting and financial records upon reasonable
notice, and require Grantee to file with City annual reports of gross revenues
and other information as City deems appropriate.
2. Use Fee Dedication.
All monies received by City from Grantee pursuant to the use fee shall be
segregated from. the general fund and used by City for purposes of Franchise
adr..fnistration and other activities directly releated to achieving the public
purposes for which the Franchise is granted.
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electric, telephone or utility cables, wires or attachments.
City, or its delegation, shall ll have the right to inspect and
approve the condition of such streets and property after
saiel work.
6.04 Erection of Poles Prohibited. Storer shall not
erect, for any reason, any pole on or along any street in an
existing aerial utility system. If additional roles in an
existing aerial route are required, Storer shall negotiate
with the utility for the installation of the neeleA poles.
Any such addition shall require the advance written approval
of City. Storer shall negotiate the lease of pole space and
facilities from the existing pole owners for all aerial
construction, under mutually acceptable terns and conditions.
6.05 Untie le. The placement of cables
underground is encouraged. Cables shall he installed
underground at Storer's expense where all existing utilities
are already underground. Previously installed aerial cable
shall be placed underground in concert with other utilities,
when such other utilities may convert from aerial to
underground construction. City shall notify Storer of all
pending changes from aerial to underground utility installa-
tions. Developers shall be instructed by City to notify
Storer of pending underground trenching. Storer shall place
cable underground in newly platted areas in concert with the
Other utilities.
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CITY OF FRIDLEY
CATV ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING, JULY 18, 1985
CALL TO ORDER:
Chairperson Peterson called the July 18, 1985, CATV Advisory Commission meeting
to order at 7:05 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Members Present: Duane Peterson, Barbara Hughes, Ed Kaspszak
. Members Absent: Burt Weaver, Ralph Stouffer
Others Present: Clyde Moravetz, City of Fridley
Chris Wegemer, Storer Cable
Dawn Gilbertson, Storer Cable
APPROVAL OF JUNE 20, 1985, CATV ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES:
MOTION BY MR. KASPSZAK, S£COtiD£D BY MS. HUGHES, TO APPROIT.THE JUNE 20, I98",
CAT:' ADVISORY COMMISSION MIN --TES.
Mr. Wegemer stated that on page 6, item l.d., second line, "assistant manager"
should be changed to "manager ".
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSD PETERSO.': DECLARE -- THE ML': "TES
APPROVED AS AMENDED.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
M07ION BY MR. KASPSZAt:, SECONDED BY MR. HUGHES, TO APPROVE THE AGE'.DA As S:'BK: "'TEL.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON PETERSON DECLARED THE MOTIO':
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
1. RECEIVE OPERATIONS UPDATE FROM STORTR:
a. Subscriber Privacy Policy (continued from last meeting)
Mr. Wegemer stated he had a memo to the CATV Advisory Commission dated
July 18, 1985, clarifying the subscriber privacy provisions of the Federal
Cable Act vs Fridley Franchise Ordinance. He stated that it generally has
been the company's view that where the new federal law conflicts with local
law, federal would normally take precedence. However, because in Fridley
they are not in the practice of selling subscriber lists, nor do they plan
to do so in the immediate foreseeable future, it would seem pointless for
them to contest the matter. They would suggest that the upcoming franchise
renewal talks would be an ideal oppoetunity to discuss this any any other
provisions of the Cable Act which ronterns the Commission.
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CATV ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING, JULY 18, 1985 PAGE 2
Mr. Moravetz stated he had contacted both the City Attorney, Dave Newman,
and the Herbst b Thue Law Firm. Both had basically echoed the same
comments. There is a public franchise, but it is merely a public franchise
granting Storer the authority to conduct business in Fridley. As far as
the subscriber list, since the City doesn't have an on -going list, by law
the City wouldn't be required to make it public information.
b. Request for Reimbursement for Underground Work on Mississippi St.; West
Side of Trunk Highway 47
Mr. Wegemer stated that because of the City's
been informed of a project to commence in the
of Mississippi b University. Storer is being
underground at the following estimated cost:
redevelopment, Storer has
spring of 1986 on the corner
asked to place their cables
$6,843 labor
1,666 - materials
Mr. klegemer stated they did one other part of the project last year for
which both Northwestern Bell and NSP were reimbursed, but Storer was not
reimbursed. He stated they are now asking for the Commission's support
that Storer be reimbursed for their costs for this project. The rationale
for reimbursement is that ultimately Storer will not be paying for it but
the cable subscribers. He stated that as representatives of the cable
subscribers, the Commission members had to ask themselves these questions:
1. If the project is benefitting 100= of the residents of the City, is this
really an indirect form of taxation on a minority- -the cable subscribers?
2. If they are going to tax a minority of residents like that, there didn't
seem to be any more rationale to tax cable subscribers than to tax
subscribers of the Star 8 Tribune.
3. If NSP is going to be reimbursed for this project, Storer Cable would
request equal treatment even though the City does have the authority
under the franchise ordinance to have the cable company bear all the
costs.
Mr. Moravetz stated the project in question is the Mississippi St. widen-
ing in the Center City area. Last year the area between University and
7th St., which previously had overhead utilities, all went underground at
a cost of $70- 75,000 to NSP. However, in the NSP franchise it does state
that if any street is cut through or widened necessitating relocation of
overhead to underground or vice versa, the City will reimburse the7 as
part of the overall construction cost of the project. Since Storer's cables
were overhead, they also had to relocate underground at a cost of $17,000
for which Storer was not reimbursed by the City.
Mr. Moravetz stated they are talking early spring utility work
on the west side of University and Main St. NSP has submitted an experse
of $85,000 to do the work. They will be entering into an agreement with
the City in which they will be reimbursed $85,000 maximum.
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Mr. Moravetz stated Mr. Wegemer is asking that Storer be reimbursed for
$8,509. He stated that as Mr. Wegemer had stated, it was clearly covered
in the franchise that any work that has to be rerouted will be done at
Storer's expense.
Mr. Moravetz stated he looked at this as a somewhat different type of
construction. It is something that is already there and the only reason
it is being moved underground is to beautify a certain area of the Citv
that the HRA is requiring. He stated it did seem somewhat unfair that
NSP and other utilities get reimbursed. Storer has already expended $17,000
last year when other utilities got reimbursed for their expenses.
Ms. Hughes stated it rally did not seem like fair and equitable treatment.
She stated another thing that influenced her was the fact that Storer was
not being liven a choice in this matter. She asked Mr. Wegemer that if
NSP were not removing the poles, would Storer be proposing to put their
cables underground?
Mr. Wegemer stated that if NSP were not removing the poles, they would
probably keep their cables above ground.
MOTION BY MS. HUGHES, SECONDED BY MR. KASPSZAK, TO ENDORCE THE CONCEPT OF
STOREP CABLE BEING REIMB;'RSED FOR RELOCATION COSTS ON THE BASIS OF Eu;:'AL
7WEATM.EN: AXON^ UTILITIES AND FRA.:CHISEES IN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY AND THE
FACT THAT STORER HAS NO CHOICE IN THIS MATTER.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON PETERSON DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
MOTION BY MS. HUGHES, SECONDED BY MR. KASPSZAK, TO RECEIVE THE OPEP.ATIOI:S
UPDATE FROM STORER.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON PETERSON DECLARED THEM-7:0N
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. LOCAL ORIGINATION (L.Q.) UPDATE (continued from last meeting)
Mr. Wegemer stated this was a continuation of a prior discussion when
they talked about local news and some of the other things Storer would
like to become involved in. He stated that in looking at a number of
other cable systems across the metro area, in Bloominqton, for instance,
sporting events are handled by an educational access group. Northwest
Suburbs and Minneapolis do not have local origination so obviously in a
number of cases sporting events have to be done by members of the community
who are interested in doing it.
Mr. Wegemer stated there were two reasons why they would like to beg4n
the shift toward getting out of the "rut "of certain programming such as
sporting events for the high school: (1) It does use a lot of their
personnel time - -time they could be devoting to other events in the
community which may have just as much, if not more, interest; (2) It puts
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a lot of wear and tear on their equipment to be hauled around week in
and week out.
Mr. Wegemer stated he has asked Dawn Gilbertson to meet with the schools
between now and September to look into ways in which the educators, possibly
students, possibly ACCW, and any willing volunteers in the community can
pick up some of the high school programming events.
Mr. Kaspszak stated his concern was with what kind of programming would
replace sports. He stated a lot of people subscribe to Channel 3 and 12
only because of sports. He had a strong suspicion that if they eliminated
sports as a regular program in the future, their subscriber base would
falter. He would be concerned with sports programming being left up to
a volunteer group. He stated the schools are not going to pick up the
sporting events, because of budget problems. If the ACCW picks it up, that
is going to be done on a volunteer basis which could be very unpredictable.
Mr. Wegemer stated the Comnission might want to consider a transition
period where one of Storer's employees would help get volunteers together,
be on site to supervise the production, and be committed to it for a
certain period of time.
Ms. Hughes stated she was more interested in what kind of local origination
would be done. There are some people who would not turn the television set
on to see anything in the line of sports. She stated a lot depended on
what kind of local origination they would have. Was Storer thinkinq of
doing something different?
Mr. Wegemer stated it was hard for them to make any commitment on program -
ming until they can succeed in getting out of the sports programming.
Then, they would need some time to come up with ideas and see what they
could do. They would like to see Fridley go in the direction Bloor-ington
has and that was that many of the high school sports functions, school
board meetings, etc., are covered by educational access, and then L.O. is
free to cover Chamber of Commerce meetings,League of Women Voters, Jaycees,
and other types of civic groups that do not get much exposure but do have
a community interest.
Mr. Kaspszak stated before he could approve or disapprove of this concept,
he would like to see a plan put on paper. He would like to have Storer
set up a meeting with ACCW to present a proposal to them, and he would like
to attend that meeting.
Mr. Moravetz stated that as far as enlisting ACCW's support plus expecting
them to do all the production and editing, ACCW does not have the manpower.
As far as teaching people who are interested in doing something on a ro;%tine
basis, there were a number of people at ACCW who would be willing
to assist initially.
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Ms. Hughes stated there were some really valuable things out in the
community that needed to be reported and given some exposure. She stated
those type of things could actually be more valuable than football games.
It may not have quite as wide an audience in terms of numbers, but she
would like that idea as something to be developed to•replace sports.
She could see it done with less time and less staff per event because
those meetings are going to last 1 -2 hours instead of the 3 -4 hours for
a sporting event. She stated that if it turned out that no one wanted
to delete sports events, then she would hope that the company would recog-
nize that and go back tc it, but she had a lot of sympathy in trying to get
out of that type of programming in terms of employee productivity. In the
end, they want something that is locally produced and features local
programming.
Mr. Kaspszak stated that if Storer were to establish an advertising
program around their programming, they would find it a lot easier to sell
time around sportinn events than around a civic or community group meeting.
Mr. Peterson stated there were two different ideas here - -L.O. on one side
and access or. 'J.e other. He has always considered 1.0, to be the
"professionals" because it is their job on a full -time basis. Access is
made up of people who are more unprofessional. He would be concerned
about the quality of programming going down hill because of the lack of
experience.
3. RECEIVE SECOND QUARTER 5t USE FEE:
Mr. Moravetz stated this was the same for-Rat as in the past as approved by
the Commission.
MOTIO.': BY MS. HUGHES, SECONDED BY MR. YAPSZIJ', TO R£CEI'.'£ THE SECD.':L
5t FEE.
L'PJ.': A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTI::G AYE, CHAIRPERS,a PETERS'.': DECLARE THE N.
CARRIED LWANZ.Aff :,'SLY.
Mr. Peterson asked i` it would be possible for the Commission to receive a
monthly total of subscribers.
Mr. Wegemer stated he would be happy to provide that information for the
Commission.
4. RECEIVE ACCW REPORTS:
-MOTTOS B1' M.S. HUGHES, SECONDED BY MR. Y.ASPSZAK, TO RECEIVE THE FOL1,0W ':__
ACCT: REPOP.: S : DIRECTOR'S REPORT (MAY - JUNE)
PRODUCTION STATISTICS ( JA.':. - MAY)
COORDINATOR'S REPOP.T (MAY - JnVE)
PROGRAMS PRCD'JCED (MAY)
FINANCIAL REPORT (MAR,.H - JVNE)
QUARTERLY FINANCIAL REPOPT (MAP. 31 - JUl:E 30)
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UPO.': A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON PETERSON DECLARED THE
NOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
S. RECEIVE UPDATES ON:
a. Regional Channel 6
Mr. Moravetz stated he read to the Commission at the last meeting the
names of the people who were recommended by the Cable Board and, as far
as he knew, were the official first body of the Board of Directors of
the Channel 6 entity. He had also announced that Northwest Access Center
was going to be contracted to be the play -back for Channel 6 initially.
He stated that was not necessarily the case; however, that was the direction
they were moving.
Mr. Moravetz stated the 13 member Board of Directors will be establishing
the bylaws, operating rules, etc., of the entity. From there, they will
get into the actual programming of the channel.
b. Minnesota Cable Communications Board
Mr. Moravetz stated the Minnesota Cable Communications Board has been
terminated as of the end of June. Their last meeting was June 14 at which
time they scheduled a special meeting on June 28 to make the final
recommendation for the Channel 6 Board. He stated announced at the
last meeting that as far as he knew it was goint to be the Dept. of Commerce
that is going to be approving cable franchises and renewals.
)'Vf'7J0N BY MS. HUGHES, SECONDED BY M.P., t:A.SPSZAF', TO P.ECEI T THE UP:,A -rc J'•,
REGIONAL CHA.'..'tiEL 6 AND THE MINNESOTA CABLE COMML,N1CATI0':S BOAPD.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VCT.- G AYE, CHAIRP£RS:'. PETERS :P: DE:--APE: Tfi£
MJ:IO.': CARRIED UNA.:IM^USLY.
6. REVIEW PROPOSED AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND ACCW FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986:
Mr. Moravetz stated this agreement was similar to the agreements in the past.
ACCW is again asking for 40 of the 5ti franchise fee.
Ms. Hughes stated that on page 1, Item #4, the phrase, "the sum of the equiva-
lent of 2% of the gross revenues, or 40� of the 5% franchise fee from the
current cable company to the City" seemed redundant.
Mr. Moravetz stated that verbage has been in the agreement in the past, but
he agreed it was redundant.
Ms. Hughes suggested they delete "the sum of the equivalent of 2% of the gross
revenues, or ".
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MOTION BY MS. HUGHES, SECONDED BY MR. KASPSZAY., TO RECOMMEND TO CITY
THAT THE PHRASE, "THE SUM OF THE EQ; IVALENT OF 2% OF THE GROSS REV£N'£S, OF"
BE DELETED FROM ITEM 4 IN THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND ACCW FOR FISCAL
YEAR 1986."
!MOTION BY MR. KASPSZAK, SECONDED BY MS. HUGHES, TO ACCEPT THE AGREEMENT' BETWEEN
THE CI T1' AND ACCW FOR FISCAL YEAR 1986 AND RECOMMEND TO THE CITY COUNCIL THE
ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGREEMENT AS AMENDED.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON PETERSON DECLARED THE P.0710.'.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
7. DISCUSS 1986 CABLE BUDGET:
Mr. Moravetz stated that last year it was the general concensus of the
Commission that they might want to make some recommendations in some areas
of the budget. He stated he was bringing this up at this time in order for
the Commission to provide input, if any, for the 1986 budget year.
Mr. Kaspszak stated they are approaching refranchisinq time, and the Comr''ssion
might have to spend more time in terms of education leading up to that process.
Perhaps the Commission should recommend more money be added to the budget for
education.
MOTTO.': BY M.F.. KASPSZAK, SECONDED BY MS. HUGHES, TO RECOMMEND 73NA7 D: F. T T.!r
HEIv3HTE::IN -; OF REFRANCHISING ACTIVITY, BECA7'SE Or THE 1984 CABLF COMM ' .' :ICATI
POLICY ACT, THE RESCIti DI.'' G OF CHAPTEP 236 £LIME: A7IN THE KI : ": £S ✓: r, CAB .r
COXk!:.:CA71O.' :S BOARD, AND TH£ ESTAB; ISHT.'.G OF '.'EW P7•Z_r5 A''^ RE7, iLAT,TD'.. nVT
CATi' AD .'ISORY COMMISSION FEELS IT IS GOING TG NEE:. MOPE £DUOAT'IONA:. I.' :r "'RMn7!1!.'
AND TRA:.' :TN; THAN I. ': 1985 A L, TH£FrFOR£, REy: ESTS THAT $3,005 BE AD: £:' T!, THE
1986 B '-'DGET TC BE ALLOCATED AS NEEDED.
UPO': A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIPPEF5'SN PET£P.SO': DF.CLAP.EL' TFir ti!_
CARRIED uv,& IMO:;SL3'.
8. OTHER BUSINESS:
Mr. Kaspszak stated he would like to express a concern. He stated that
Channel 20, HBO, has a policy that it does not show R -rated movies during
certain periods of time. Yet, at 7:00 p.m., some of the things he has been
seeing on Channel 20 put certain magazines such as Playboy and Penthouse to
shame. He stated it really bothered him. If he had youngsters, it would be
enough for him to cancel his premium services. He stated maybe nothing could
be done about it, but why does the policy say R -rated movies will not be
shown during the family hour, but yet at 7:00 p.m., they are showing that stu`f?
Mr. Wegemer stated that by contract, 7 :00 p.m. was the time HBO started
showing R -rated movies, but Mr. Kaspszak was right, it was probably too early,
espcially in the summer.
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Mr. Kaspszak stated he just felt it was a bad trend. If anything is going
to kill cable TV as far as premium service, it is this kind of thing.
ADJOURNMENT:
NOTION BY MR. RASPSZAK, SECONDED BY MS. HUGHES, TO ADJOURN THE MEETING. UPON A
VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON PETERSON DECLARED THE JULY 18, 1985,
CATV ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:40 P.H.
Respectfully submitted,
ynne Sa a
Recording Secretary
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HERRICK do NEWMAN. P.A.
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November 13. 1984
Mr. Sidney C. Inman
Director of Central Services
City of Fridley
6431 University Avenue Northeast
Fridley. Minnesota 55432
RE: Relocating of Storer's Overhead Cables
Dear Mr. Inman:
Enclosed you will find my memorandum which was requested by the Fridley
H A at their November S. 1984 meeting.
After you have had an opportunity to review this please contact me so
that we can discuss it further.
You will note that I have not provided a copy of this memorandum to
Storer. You may wish to do so.
DPN:CF
Enclosure
cc: Nasim Qureshi
(coP7- memorandum)
Sincerely yours.
David P. Newman
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Fridley Housing Redevelopment Authority
FRO!!: David Newman
RE: Relocation of Cable Television Cables
DATE: November 13, 1984
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swIOLEV, MINNESOTA 56432
571.3030
At your November Be 1984 meeting Storer Cable asked you to reimburse
them for the cost of relocating to underground their cables on the Target
property. At that time you directed me to review this matter.
It is the opinion of this office that Storer Cable is solely respon-
sible for any expense which may be incurred in relocating these cables.
I would specifically direct your attention to Section 405.06 (2) of
the City Code which is the chapter for cable franchises. This section
provides that the City shall have the right to improve, repair or alter
any street or any other public work and that if such work is interfered
with by the location of the cables then:
"...all such poles, wires, conduits or other appliances and
facilities shall be removed or replaced by Grantee in such
manner as shall be directed by the City so that the same shall
not interfere with the said public work of the City, and such
removal or replacet►ent shall be at the expense of Grantee
herein." (emphasis added)
You will note that under this provision of the Cable Communications Franchise
Ordinance, Storer is responsible to relocate all cables at its own expense.
In their presentation to you Storer made reference to Section 6.05 of
the franchise agreement. However, it id. my opinion that this issue can be
resolved without looking to that agreement in that the City's authority to
enter into such an agreement is limited by the authority granted to it under
the franchise ordinance. Since this ordinance clearly requires Storer to pay
for the cost of relocating all cables, then the City would be unable to
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exceed this authority by agreeing in the franchise agreement to pay for the
cost of such relocation. Simply put, the City's authority is derived from
the franchise ordinance and the City cannot enter into a franchise agreement
which is contrary to the terms of the enabling ordinance.
Although I believe that the language contained in the ordinance disposes
of this matter, I feel I should also address some of the issues raised by
Storer. At VouT mucting Storer argued that Section 6.05 of the franchise
wFre.rnt exprt•+cly r.-quires Storer to pay the exilen.e of initially
In--;tilling and ~.. underground cables but that the agreement is silent as to who
should pay for the cost when the cables are relocated from above ground to
underground. I disagree with this interpretation. Although this section may
not be explicit the only reference contained in it to the cost of installation
Is that Storer should pay for said costs. A careful reading of this section
will show that it starts out by indicating that Storer wi<11 pay for the cost
of underground installation where all existing utilities are already under-
ground. This section then addresses the question of when utilities are
modified from being above ground to underground. Since there is no additional
language as to who will pay these costs. I believe the proper interpretation
i-- to 1 %%U-tv that StoreT will cent inut• to ray cost!..
A full ra.tdi ^.g of loth tha• Ira't:!:i +e oTditi. rice and thy f Fin, hi' aVt4•4•-
sent is eonsistant with this opinion. Throughout both documents it is clear
that Storer will incur the costs for installing and relocating their cable
system. Nowhere is the City required to compensate Storer for these costs.
Because of the overall tone of both documents and the language contained in
Section 6.05 of the Agreement it is obvious that the intention was for Storer
to pay for these costs.
At your meeting, Hr. Wegemer suggested to you that since Storer
originally drafted the franchise agreement that they should know best
as to what was intended. This is contrary to the general rules of
document construction. Normally the rule is that the language will be
strictly interpreted against the party who drafted the agreement.
In other words, if in fact there is an ambiguity, this ambiguity will be
interpreted against Storer since they drafted the document and had ample
opportunity to clarify the ambiguity.
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CITY OF FRIDLEY
HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
MEETING
JANUARY 10, 1985
CALL TO ORDER:
Vice - Chairperson Prieditis called the January 10, 1985, Housing & Redevelopment
Authority meeting to order at 7 fly p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Menbers Present: Elmars Prieditis, Carolyn Svendsen, Duane Prairie
Menbers Absent: Larry Commers, Walter Rasmussen
Others Present: Nasim Qureshi, HRA Director
Sid Inman, City Finance Director
Dave Newman, City Attorney
APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 13, 1984, HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES:
MO' -ION BY MR. PRAIRIE, SECONDED BY MS. SVENDSEN, TO APPROVE THE DEC. 13, 1984,
HOUSING 6 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MINUTES AS WRITTEN.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, VICE- CHAIRPERSON PRIEDITIS DECLARED THE MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
The following items were added to the agenda:
5. Receive Letter from Fridley 49'ers Days Committee Regarding
Use of HRA Land for Carnival
6. Direction on the Public Official Liability Insurance
MOTION BY MR. PRAIRIE, SECONDED BY MS. SVENDSEN, TO APPROVE THE AGENDA AS AMENDED.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, VICE- CHAIRPERSON PRIEDITIS DECLARED THE MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
1. REVIEW STORER CABLE COMMUNICATION RE UEST FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF COSTS
RELOCATE TO RHE S SOUTH OF MISSISSIPPI STREET:
Mr. Prieditis stated that at the last meeting, the HRA members had received a
copy of Mr. Newman's legal opinion dated Nov. 13, 1984, in which Mr. Newman
stated he supported City Staff's recommendation that the relocation be at
Storer's expense.
Mr. Qureshi stated that some time ago, Staff recommended that Storer not be
reimbursed by either the HRA or the City for the relocation of Storer's over-
head lines. Storer had questioned their right and the legality of this
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recommendation. A couple of meetings ago, the HRA directed its legal
counsel to review this. Mr. Newman has now advised the HRA of his opinion
in his memo of Nov. 13. A copy of Mr. Newman's memo was sent to Mr. Wegemer,
District Manager of Storer Cable, and Mr. Wegemer was informed that the
HRA would be discussing this issue at the Jan. 10th meeting. Storer was
invited to attend this meeting. Mr. Qureshi stated that since there was no
one from Storer at the meeting, it appeared that Storer was not going to
pursue this matter any further.
Mr. Prieditis stated the HRA had discussed this at the December meeting.
At that meeting, they had received Mr. Newman's legal opinion and had con-
curred with his recommendations. They had also agreed that this item be
formally put on the January agenda in order to give Storer an opportunity to
respond to this legal opinion.
Mr. Prairie stated this was a decision the HRA had agreed to some time ago,
and Mr. Newman's legal opinion reconfirms what they had originally agreed upon.
2. AUTHORIZING SALE OF REFUNDING BONDS FOR CENTER CITY:
Mr. Qureshi stated Staff has supplied the HRA with the materials regarding
this item. Basically, it gave them an estimated outline of what the bonding
refunding cost analysis would be and a schedule to be followed.
Mr. Qureshi stated that at the last meeting, the HRA had agreed with the
concept, and Staff had agreed to bring the final documentation to this meeting.
He stated what Staff will be doing is coming to the HRA with the plan modifi-
cation for the refunding to be approved by the HRA on Feb. 14, and then on
March 14, the HRA will be approving the actual bond purchase agreement.
At this meeting, he was asking for authorization to proceed with refunding of
the bonds and follow the schedule that has been submitted.
Mr. Prieditis stated that at the last meeting, Mr. Rasmussen had expressed
some concerns. He asked if Mr. Rasmussen had communicated any other questions
or concerns to Staff.
Mr. Inman stated Mr. Rasmussen was ill and could not be at the meeting. He
stated he had encouraged Mr. Rasmussen to call him if he "ad any questions
or concerns, and Mr. Rasmussen had not called him.
Mr. Prairie stated they had discussed this at great length at the last meeting,
and nothing has changed. He would be in favor of approving the refunding of
bonds.
!NOTION BY MR. PRAIRIE, SECONDED BY MS. SVENDSEN, TO APPROVE THE SCHEDULE FOR
THE REFUNDING FUNDING OF BONDS.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, VICE - CHAIRPERSON PRIEDITIS DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
DIRECTORATE o±
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Upon the urging of a businessmen's group, proposals were submitted for improving the
University Avenue Corridor from 53rd to 85th, with primary emphasis focused on the
University /Mississippi (Center City) intersection. The group proposed that the
City contribute $5,000.00 to the study, them sharing in the additional costs.
Five proposals were received in regard to the corridor study: Staff has reviewed
these submittals and identified three for study:
Barton Aschman b Assoc. - Estimated cost $25,000.00
Short - Elliott- Hendrickson - $ 17,000.00
Westwood Planning and Eng.Corp.- Not to Exceed $11,500.00
Barton Aschman's proposal focuses on planning, future development and a study
group to develop improvements, theme and development.
Short - Elliott- Hendrickson is strong in engineering, using public meetings to
obtain theme and public support.
Westwood Planning and Engineering is heavy in landscaping and visual pollution.
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Based upon these three proposals and the costs associated, it may be appropriate
for the HRA to schedule a special meeting with the business group and have the
three consultants provide a half hour presentation as a means of selecting a firm
and identifying a cost participation for the study. If the HRA is agreeable to this
let me know so that we may notify the firms accordingly, of if the HRA prefer something
different, let me know wo we can proceed with this item.
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1610 South Sixth Street Minneapolis. Minnesota 55454 612. 332 -0421
July 10, 1985
Mr. Nasim M. Oureshi
City Manager
City of Fridley
6431 University Avenue N.E.
Fridley, Minnesota 55454
Dear Mr. Oureshi:
The University Avenue N.E. Corridor is an "opportunity area" whose strength can be
capitalized upon to bolster the community's vitality. Fridley is a city on the move.
Already many internal changes have focused attention on Fridley's initiative. The civic
center, Columbia Arena, recreational improvements, and a number of new and
refurbished commercial and office developments attest to the City of Fridley's efforts to
create a new image.
The Corridor Study provides opportunities for establishing a unique identity,
strengthening Fridley's market area by intensifying land use along the corridor and
enhancing the University Avenue image. These changes are aimed at enriching Fr►dle)'s
vitality.
Corridor and urban design elements, properly completed, can attain these goals b):
1. Developing a Fridley theme that is identifiable along the University Avenue N.E.
corridor.
2. Enhancing the University Avenue N.E. corridor's ima a and visua! _Aua;:tv at
intersection nodes.
3. Creating an attractive development setting for desirable shops, stores, offices and
related land uses.
4. Strengthening and articulating the pedestrian environment by offering Lo -nfort and
security.
5. Bufferin adjacent sensitive land use such as single and multi - family residential
dwellings along the corridor.
The University Avenue N.E. corridor offers some unique opportunities as well as comple■
problems for the Cite of Fridley. The transportation issues intrinsic to State True=
Highway 47 will place some constraints on Fridley's efforts to enhance the corridor's
visual character. Barton- Aschman's corporate expertise, consultant experience, previous
corridor and urban design studies as well as our established rapport with MnDCT and
Anoka County are assets that can assist Fridley in accomplishing its ultimate goal.
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Mr. Nasim M. Oureshi
July 10, 1985
Page 2
Our proposed scope of work for this project has been built around four key factors:
- The opportunity to enhance the visual quality of the University Avenue N.E.
corridor and establish a unique identity which will reinforce Fridley's image as a
city on the move.
- The need to resolve the basic transportation and traffic engineering issues along
the corridor.
The need to form a Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) committee involving the
city staff, government agencies, land owners and developers to guide improvements
along University Avenue N.E.
The need for interdisciplinary team approach to achieve the required tasks.
Barton- Aschman's extensive experience with both public and private sector clients,
especially in urban design and development packaging for diverse projects such as major
urban streetscapes, mixed use suburban developments, and redevelopment arbas, make us
uniquely qualified to develop aesthetically and economically viable corridor plans. This
experience allows us to serve as a link between the city, other public agencies, and
private interests to help spawn truly creative projects and plans.
We have a long tradition of being at the cutting edge of community planning with
involvement in unique projects such as the Nicollet Mall, the Central Avenue
Commercia' District, the Hennepin -Lake Commercial Node Streetscape and the Oxboro
Redevelop•nent in Bloomington. Our firm remains a national pioneer in urban design,
transportation systems, pedestrian facilities and redevelopment planning. Barton -
Asch-nan brings this ability to develop creative solutions for urban problems to the
University Avenue N.E. corridor planning process.
We see the University Avenue N.E. Corridor Study as a unique urban planning and design
opportunity which will require the coordination of a variety of disciplines, city staff and
the Technical Advisory Committee. We welcome the challenge it represents and loop,
forward to the opportunity to work with you on this project. if you have any questions as
you review our proposal, do not hesitate to give us a call.
Thank you again for the opportunity to respond to your request for proposal.
Sincerely, r
V
Barry Varner
Senior Associate
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July 10, 1985
Honorable Mayor and
City of Fridley
6431 University Ave.
Fridley, MN 55432
SHORT -ELLIOTT- HENDRICKSON, INC.
CONSULTING ENGINEERS
ST. PAUL. MINNESOTA • CHIPPEWA FAILS WISCONSIN
City Council
N.E.
WAL'SAL. WISCONSIN
ATTN: Nasim M. Qureshi, City Manager
We are pleased to have the opportunity to submit this proposal
for providing you with professional services in connection
with the University Avenue Corridor Improvement. Staff
persons from SEH visited the project location on several
different days and had the opportunity to discuss with City
staff to develop a more thorough understanding of the needs of
the University Avenue area.
SEH has had the opportunity to provide aesthetic and econorrac
development upgrades using a mixture of mediums including, b;i'_
not limited to, lighting, landscaping, art work, novelty items
and recreation facilities. SEH foresees the use of various
combinations of these mediums to establish the theme anal
Highlight the four distinct featured areas of the University
Avenue Corridor, i.e. residential, commercial, city center,
recreational areas.
SEH has addressed these questions on many other similar
projects and has demonstrated the technical, project manage-
ment and communication skills to arrive at a successful
project. We sincerely appreciate the opportunity to sub:ni *_
this proposal to the City of Fridley for this work and loo►:
forward to the opportunity of serving on this project.
Sincerely,
- Duane W. E iott,
President
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WA TWO WE SOD PLANNING i ENGINEERING COMPANY `
July 10,1985
James Robinson.'
Planning Coordinator
Civic Center
6431 University Avenue NE
Fridley, Minnesota 55432
Dear Mr. Robinson:
Westwood Planning 6 Engineering Company is pleased to submit
this proposal relating to the University Avenue corridor
improvements. We have reviewed the project description,
have visited the corridor and discussed the project with
City officials. The information contained in this submittal
is our preliminary plan that will result in a detailed study-
identifying the issues you have described and solutions that
can be readily implemented. Following is an outline that
indicates the contents of this proposal.
+►+ Background
Scope of Services
�t Team COMM ►ttment
•* Experience
•a Availability
•• Cost
We believe that our approach to the University Aver►ue
challenge will result in a practical beautification plan
that wi l l be accepted by the City staff, members of the
business community, the City Council, and the communit, as
whole. One item that you may 41nd lacking in the Scope of
Services section is ccyriisunitr liaison. A fundamental
philosoph >• of our firm is that the public must have an
oppurtunity for input or the>• may not support the result.
Therefore, be assured, that as part of this concept study
the staff of Westwood will be available for meetings with
the affected public to gain their input, answer their
questions and hear their concerns.
Our interest in this project is high and we loo( forward tc,
meeting with you for further discussion. Thank you for the
oppurtunit> of making this submittal.
Sincerely,
Richard L. Koppr, P. E.
Vice — President
W! w &•2A1• aou.tvARo MINNEAPOLIS 0101ktSOt• Ss+211 A!T. SA&GISS
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July 9. 1985
City of Fridley
6431 University Ave. N.E.
Fridley. MN 55432
Dear Nasim M. Qureshi:
Criteria Architects in association with Herb Baldwin, landscape architect
and Andrew Leicester. environmental sculpturist are pleased to make a
proposal to the City of Fridley for The University Ave. N.E. Corridor
Study.
We feel that our experience, creativity and methodology will lead to an
exciting and implemental project. Andrew Leicester is a Nationally
renowned environmental designer and 1st place winner of the recent Fridley
intersection competition. Jerry Allan is an experienced architect who
has done similar projects for the U.S. Air Force in Independence, Missouri,
St. Paul Energy Park, and finished 2nd in the Fridley Intersection compe-
tition. Herb Baldwin's sensitivity to the natural environment will
support the design team creating a new, strong but compassionate, street -
scape for Fridley along the Highway.
It should be further understood that we are the people who will actually
do the work and not simply the principles representing the firm. We are
fully comr,;tted to do the work outlined on the work schedule.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Lincerely,
Gerald E. Allan
President
Criteria Architects Inc.
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Enclosures
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DoWen. Shardlow, and Uban!lncorporated
10 July 1985
Mr. Nasim M. Qureshi, City Manager
City of Fridley
Civic Center
6431 University Avenue, NE
Fridley, MN 55432
RE: Request for Proposal -- University Avenue Northeast
Corridor Study
Dear Mr. Qureshi:
We are pleased to submit our University Avenue Corridor Study
Proposal for your consideration. Our Planning Firm is
combining forces with Strgar- Roscoe- Fausch, Inc., Traffic and
Civil Engineers, to provide a complete pallet, of services
needed to address all the possible issues pertinent to the
Ccrrider Study.
Our Firm is in the process of preparing similar studies in both
suburban and urban areas of the Metropolitan Area. We
presently are suitably staffed and geared up for such work. We
believe we are in a unique position to give you an excellent
product in a reasonable amount of time.
We are prepared to commit our full efforts to this project and
look forward to working with you.
Sincerely,
C. John Uban
Vice - President
DAHLGREN, SHARCLOW, an! UBAN, INC.
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