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Mayor Nee stated that a dispatcher sleeping behind the furnace in the City
Hall had no better chance to escape in case the furnace should malfunction
than a prisoner in a �ailcell. The City Manager stated that the City has
a moral responsibility for the sa3=ety of the prisoners and the dispatcher,
and the cost of transportation should not be a factor in providing for the
safety of these individuals. Mr. Whitmore stated that he believes it woul�
take two oificiers to transport a prisoner to the Anoka County �ail since
the City of Fridley squadcars are not equipped with a screen to lzeep the
prisoner from interfering with the operation of the vehicle by the police
officer. Councilman [�right suggested that the City Council should have on
record a motion that when the dangers to a prisoner and to a dispatcher sleeping �
the basement were made known to the Council, the Council took act"ron to avoid
those dangers.
Motion by Wright that it is the policy of the City of Fridley that under the
present dispatching system every reasonable and prudent effort shall be made
to transport prisoners to the Anoka County Jail, such that none of the
prisoners will be sleeping in the City �ail overnight. Seconded by Kirkham.
Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, the motion carried unanimously.
AD SOtIRNMEPTT :
There being no further business, Mayor Nee declared the Regular Council
Meeting of December 20, 1965 ad�ourned at 12;58 A M
Respectfully submitted,
Raymond E. Bade
Secretary to the Council
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William J. Nee
MAYOR
THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COiTN�CIL MEETING OF JANUARY 4, 1966
The Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Fridley was called to
order by Mayor Nee at 8:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Nee, ILirkham,Sheridan, Wright, Thompson
MEMBL�RS ABSENT: None
APPROVAL OP MINUTES - SPP�CIAL M�ETING OF DECEMSER 13, 1965 :
Motion by Kirkham to adopt the minutes of the Special Council Meeting of
December 13, 1965. Seconded by Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being
no nays, the motion carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF DECEMSER 20, 1965;
Motion by Wright to adopt the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of
December 20, 1965 Seconded by Thompson. Upon a voice vote, there being
no nays, the motion carried unanimously.
BIDS - ICE MACIIINE (TABL�D 12/20/65):
Mayor Nee asked the City Manager if he had a recommendation for an ice
machine. The City Manager explained the various options available. He
stated that the liquor store employees preferred the Scotsman, but as low
bidder, his recommendation would be the York machine as this would be the
laaest bid price. A representat$ve from Southtown Refrigeration Company
was present and explained some of the features of the bin on his machine.
The liquor store manager Robert McGuire was present and stated it was his
belief that the Scotsman machine, at a bid price of $1600, was the best bid
and the machine that is most suited to their operation and would be
preferred by the liquor store people
Motion by Sheridan to award the b2d for the ice machine to Carbonic Machines,
Incorporated for a Scotsman Machine for the bid price of $1,600. Seconded by
Wright Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, the motion carried unanimously
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AMERICAN LEGION POST FEQUEST FOR ON-SALE LICENSE (TABLP�D 12/20/65)•
The City Manager stated he had received the application for the on-sale
liquor license of the Shaddrick-LaBeau American Legion Post ik303 about
5:00 P.M. He stated the Police Chiei had checked it out and st�ted that
there was no record of arrest or conviction for the present operation by
the American Legion Club. The City Manager stated that the premises has
not been checked out by the Fire Department as yet.
Motion by Sheridan to table action on this item until the next regular
meeting. Seconded by Wright. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, the
motion carried unanimously.
AUTHORIZING AD��ERTISEMENTS FOR BIDS - ��'OWING AND IMPOUNDING (TABLED 12/20/65�:
The City Manager stated the Council could auLhorize advertising for bids
by motion, if Chey so wished, and the bids could be opened on February 7th.
Councilman Kirkham stated thflre are two items that should be in the speci-
fications• 1. The City should have the right to rePuse all bids
2. According Co the Police Department, the tow truck must be an approved
one as provided by the State Statutes. The City Manager stated that these
items would be in the specifications.
Councilman Wright stated'that he had checked with the largest towing �-ompany
in the City of Minneapolis, and that under no circumstances could they foresee
that the City would need over two to four parking spaces inside.
Motion by Tdright to approve advertising for bids for towing service with the
provision that the inside storage be changed from seven vehicles to four
v�hicles. Seconded by Thompson Upon a voice vote, there being no nays,
the motion carried unanLmously.
SECOND KEADING OF OADINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER S8 - WINTER VEHICLES•
Mr Sheridan stated that he had some suggestions for changes to the ordia�ar.ce
� which would substantially change the meaning of the ordinance: 1 That no
person should operate the motor driven vehicle unless they were at least
Yifteen years of age or older. 2. That ^kidoo or motor driven vehicles
3. That the motor driven vehlcles shall be operated only between the hours
of sunrise and 9:35 P.M.
(SEE AMENDED MOTION - JANUARY 17, 1966 MZNUTES)
Mr. John Miller, 47 Rice Creek Way, said he owns a snowmobile, and he asked
Yhe Council to consider lowering the proposed age 11mit from the 15 years
Mrs. ,Tackie Sward was present and stated a lot of adults like to ride aft�r
9:35 P.M., and does not like the 9:35 restrictLOn. Mrs. Don Middlestadt
was present. She stated she thought the 15 year old restriction was very
good. Mr. Mi11er was present and stated that he agreed that under no
circumstances should snowmobiles cut across skating rinks, and saw no
reason for them doing so, and to his knowledge, they had not doae so in the
past. Mr, Halversan stated ttiat, at the present time, no motorboats are
permitted on Locke Lake, and he felt that the snow vehicles would come into
the same general catagory as the speedboat as the speeds of the snow vehicles
appro�ched those of the speedboat Mr. Thompson stated that this was alm;,st
a new ordinance, and asked Mr, Smith if this could be considered as a second
reading. Mr. Smith stated that he thought it would be all right to be
considered as the second reading.
Motion by Sheridan to move the three amendmenvs to the proposed ordinance,
� Amending Ghapter 88 of the City Code, Seconded by Wright Upon a voice vote.
Thompson voting nay, the motion carried.
ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE �k321 AMENDING CHAPTER 88 OF THE CITY CODE TO RESTRICT
CITY OF FRIDLEY:
Motion tay Wright to adopt the above Ordinance and have it published Seconded
by Sheridan.
D4r. Gene Larson, 35 Rice Creek Way, stated he opposed operation of the
machines, and suggested �hat the people affected be given an opporCUnity to
express their feelings by a mail ballot, or some such method. Councilman
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tidright pointed out that the lakes are public property, and their use is
not restircted to people immediately abutting on the lake, and therefore,
a greater area than �ust tfie people on the lake would have to be �onsidered
Mr. Thompson stated he felt there was �ust as much risk and nuisance as a
natorboat, and he was opposed to the ordinance as amended.
Upon a voice vote, those voting in favor; Nee, Klrkham, Sheridan, Wright.
Opposed: Thompson.
SWLARING IN OF MAYOR-EL�CT 7ACK 0 KIRKHAM AND COUNCILMAN-AT-LARGE DAVID O.HARRI�;
Judge Elmer Johnson administered the Oath of Office to Jack 0. Kixkham and ,
David 0. Harris Mayor Kirkham stated that the City wished to recognize the
services of the outgoing Councilman and Mayor. Councilman Sheridan then
presented a gavel to Councilman Thompson in recognition of his services
to the City. Councilman Sheridan then presented a gavel to outgoing Mayor Nee
in recognition of his services to the City. The gavel was passed to Mayor
Kirkham and Mayor Kirkham then assumed the chair.
APPOINTMENT OF LEONARD SAMUELSON AS COUNCTyMP,N 1ST WARD:
Motion by Councilman Harris to appoint Leonard Samuelson, 7800 East River
Road, as �ouncilman lst tidard to fi11 the vacancy created when Mr. Kirkham
was elected to the office of Mayor. Seconded by Sheridan.
Counc�lman WrLght stated he ob�ected, as no Counczlman has the power to name
his successor, the choice was made at a secret meeting, and they had failed
to notify him of fhe decision, and it had already been made when he was notified
This will mean that the Mayor will have a hand-picked clique which will control
the City. f4r. Wright stated he has nothing against Mr Samuelson, but was
not given an opportunity to �udge his qualifications. Mayor Kirkham explained
he felt it was his duty to operate as soon as possible with a full Council,
and that Le preferred to do it this way rather than submitting a list, as
that had not worked out too well the last time a CounciAman was appointed
Even Mr. Nee had stated that he felt this did not work out too well. Mayor
Rirkham said he took this opportunity to pick the person he felt was bet �
suited and he felt the situation had been handled in the best interests of
the City of Fridley, and further stated, thexe will be no secret meetings
in the future.
IIpon a voice vote, those voting in favor; Kirkham, HarriB, Sheridan Opposed;
None. AbstainiRg: Wright The Mayor declared the motion carried
SWEARING-IN OI' LEONARD SAMlJELSON BY SUDGE 70HNSON;
Judge �lmer Johnson administered the Oath of Office to Leonard Samuelson,
and Mr. Samuelson then took his place on the Council.
BUILDING BOARD MTNUTES - DECEMBER 22, 1965;
CONSIDERATION OF MOVING A HOUSE FROM 803 - 40TH AVENUE NORTHEAST TO LOT 30
BLOCK 4, OAK GROVE ADDITION (REQUEST BY HOWARD DUMPHY):
The City Manager read the minutes of the Building Board of December 22, 1965.
The Building Board had recommended approval, with Tonco dissenting.
Gordon T�osvold, 6545 Arthur Street, said he was opposed to moving the
house in for_ four reasons: 1. It is a 40' 1ot 2. The house would be
no better than the one that is on the lot now, 3. The house is not
suited to the neighborhood. 4. The house is too higl� and too wide for �
the lot. Arlon Haupert, 6524 Anoka Street, said he opposed moving the
house as it is between 40 and 60 years old. Mrs Hubbard, 6500 Anoka
Street, stated she ob�ected to the house because of its height, most of
Anoka Street has good homes on it, and there is no guarantee that this
house, if moved in, would be maintained in proper condition, and she
felt property values would go down in the area if this home were moved in.
ihe resident at 6600 Anoka Street asked if there is any provision in the
ordinance that permits these Variances to be made. Councilman Sherielan
stated that the Council did adopt an ordinance establishing a Building
Board to check on homes being moved into the City as far as their aesthetic
value is concerned. Regarding moving the house on a 40' lot, this 1ot was
platted long before the City of Fridley and the present ordinance came
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into being. Mr. Sheridan went on to explain the present planning ordinance
Mr. Sheridan also stated that this is a corner lot and that more ground
cannot be obtained.
The question was asked if the Council would allow a new house to be built
on this property, The answer was, "Yes." One of the residents asked
Mr. Tonco to express his opinion on moving the house in Mr. Tonco stated
he just did not feel this would be best for Fridley to have a 60 year old
house moved in, and thought that the City would be ;lippin.g backwards instead
of going forcaards to move this old a building in, although, he himself
personally likes the architecture and the style of the house The question
was asked exactly how old the house was, Mr. Dumphy then presented the
City Council with pictures of the house and stated the house was about 60
years old. Mayor Kirkham stated that the City Ordinance permitted waivers,
and that there is no toay of getting additional land for this property, and
that this seems to be the only way to make an improvement to the property
Mr, Kirkham stated that he felt that with the remodeling that would be done,
the Building Board felt that this would be an improvement. Councilman
Sheridan stated he understood the feelings of the people in the area,
and that he does not feel that the home wi11 enhance the neighborhood, but he
staYed there might be a different feeling, if the request cam from an owner
living on the premises rather than from someone who was going to move the
home in and hold it for sale ox speculation, and that he would be opposed
�o moving the home in.
Councilman Wright stated that houses such as this had been the basis of
past problems, and he agreed with Mr, Sheridan.
Mr. Dahl, 6611 Arthur Street, stated that he was against moving in the
eslder house.
Motion by Wright to deny the applicatie�n for the Building Pexmit. Seconded
by Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, the motion carried
unanimously
BOARD OF APPEALS MINUTES - DECEMBER 22, 1965:
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ORIGINAL PLANS FOR TWO 12-UNIT APARTMENT I3UILDINGS ON ALL OF LOT 9, BLOCK
5, CARLSON'S SUNIMIT MANOR NORTH ADDITION, SAME BEING 5475 AND 5515 MAIN
STREET (REOUEST BY S& S INVESTMENT COMPANYI:
Motion by Wright to concur with the recommendation oF the Board of Appeals
and grant the Variance. Seconded by Sheridan Upon a voice vote, there
being no nays, the motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Wright pointed out that this would act as a buffer between the
industrial property and the one-family residenLial property
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING MINUT�S - DECEMB�R 14. 1965:
Motion by Wright to receive the minutes as submitted and to instruct the
City Manager to forward a letter of appreciation to A11an Anderson for his
work as the Executive Director of the Fridley Housing and Redevelopment
Authority. Seconded by Sheridan. She motion passed unanimously
COMMiTNICATIONS
FROM STATE WATER POLLUTION CONTRC+L COMMISSION RELATIVE TO A
M. SANUARY 5 1966_IN THE CITY HALL, ROCHESTER, MINNESOTA:
Mr, Comstock stated that this meeting may be of some interest to the City, but
he felt that it was not necessary for the City to have a representative at
one of the first meetings. Mr. Sheridan asked if it were possible to get a
transcript or copy of the minutes of the meeting, Mr Comstock stated that
it pxobably could be done if it were requested, but it would probably not
be available for some time. i�tayor Kirkham stated that the request should be
made now anyway.
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L�TTEA FROM DICK DONLIN DECLINING HIS APPOINTMENT TO THE CITY PARKS AND
RECREATION CONI�IISSION;
Motion by Wright to receive the letter and instruct the City Manager to
forward a letter of appreciation to Mr. Donlin, thanking him for his past
service to the City. Seconded by Sheridan, Upon a voLCe vote, there being
no nays, the motion carried unanimously,
LETTER FROM THE PIRE DEPARTMENT WITH REFERENCE TO HIRING A POLICE DISPATCHER:
Motion by Wright to receive the letter and place it on file. Seconded by
Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no naqs, the motion carried
unanimously,
LETTER FROM MR DU[VPHY R$QiTESTING EXPEDITING ACTION IN THE MATTER OF THE
PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF 615T AVENUE FROM UNIVERSITY TD EAST RIVER ROAD�
Councilman Sheridan stated that he would like to see 61st Avenue cut
through at the earliest possible moment also.
Motion by Sheridan to receive the Ietter and ask tfie Manager to scknowledge
it, and to inform Mr. Dunphy that Mississippi Street will not be improved
immediately between East River Road and ilniversity Avenue. Seconded by
Wright. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, the motion carried
unanimously.
L�TTER FROM CONSERVATION DEPARTMENT WITH REFERENCE TO CONFERENCE SCHEDULED
FOR JANUARY 13. 1966. 9:30 A.M. TO 4:30 P M.. C9PITOL HILL ARMORY. ST PAUL:
Motion by Wright to receive the letter and encourage the Administration
to send a representative to the meeting, preferrably Mr. Paul Brown the
Park Director Seconded by Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no
nays, the motion carried unanimously.
LETTER EROM MINNESOTA HIGH47AY D
TO TI� CROSSOVER AT 615T AVENUE AND T H �f65:
24, 1965
Mr. Sheridan stated that this is in response to a request he had made, and
now that the City has the answer from the highway department, he would like
to have the City Council meet with the people concerned regarding the cross-
over at 61st Avenue.
Motion by Sheridan to receive the letter and place it on file. Seconded by
Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, the motion carried unanimously
MEMORANDUM FROM THE BOt�RD OF HEALTH WITH REFERENCE TO THEIR ACTIVITIES FOR
THE PAST FEW MONTHS:
Motion by Sheridan to receive the letter and place it on fi1e, Seconded by
Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, the motion carried unanimously
MEMORANDITM FROM THE CITY ENGINEER WITH REFERENCE TO THE PROGRE55 ON THE
TORNADO CLEANUP AND MATTERS TO DA'LE:
The City Manager stated that this is in response to information which the
Council had requested some time ago Councilman Wright stated that protection
against flooding of the Riverview Heights area is receiving the attention of
the Council, but the City Has no funds to do anything about it at the moment
The City Pngineer stated that the City is in the process of cleaning the
sanitary sewers and will give a more detailed report to the Council later on
Motion by Sheridan to receive the Engineerzng Department report on tornado
cleanup Seconded by Harris. Upon a voice vote, thete being no nays,
the motion carried unanimously
STREET FROM T H ��47 TO T.H �f65 AND RESOLUTION
REPORT:
Motion by Councilman Wright to adopt a resolution ordering the preliminary
report on the improvement for concrete curb and gutter, sidewalk and storm
sewer, and have the Finance Director make a report with reference to the
assessment of sidewalks, especially as it would benefit the school district
Seconded by Sheridan.
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Councilman Sheridan stated that he had spoken to County Commissioner O'Bannon
and that the preliminary work is all done as far as the County is concerned
far the improvement of Mississippi Street, and they want to let the bids
in March. Councilman Sheridan stated that he understood the County has
talked to the Engineering De�artment with reference to the storm sewer
and that the Public Hearing probably should be held as soon as possible
The City Engineer stated that the curb and gutter probably should go in,
that the question is on the storm sewer and the sldewalk. The City Manager
suggested that the Council meet with the County Board with reference to
sharing of cost for storm sewer and sidewalk, inasmuch as the County, in
pase years, has taken a lot more oue of Fxidley than they have been iatting
in. Attorney Smith suggested that Council authorize drafting a resolution
for the next meeting which would set the PubLic Hearing. Mr. Comstock
sCated that some decision has to be made by the Council with reference to
the drainage policy as it would affect the County and City as well as prlvate property
Mr. Comstock stated that some decision has to be made by the Council with
reference to the drainage policy as it would affect the Co�nty and City as
well as private property. Mr. Comstock stated that there are six or eight
ptoposals for drainage which need discussion. This dLSCUSSion should come
before setting the Public Hearing. Mr. Comstock stated that some of the
infoxmation is ready nom.
On the quest�on of ordering the preliminary report, there were no nays,
the motion carried unanimously.
GENERAL AND PUELIC UTILITIES CLASMS -0�7437 THROUGH dk7611:
Motion by Sheridan to approve the above claims Seconded by Wright. Upon
a voice vote, Chere being no nays, the motion carried unanimously
APPROVAL OF LIQUOR STORE CLAIMS 8133 TEiROUGH 8171:
Motion by Wright to approve the above claims. Seconded by Harris There
being no nays, the motion carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF ESTIMATES:
Councilman Wright asked Mx. Comstock if Estimate ��10 for Pro�ect 75-A
completed the well drilling. Mr. Comstock stated that there are many items
included in the contract for 75-A, so this estimate does not complete the
contract and there is no well drZlling work in this particular eseimare,
The drilling of the well is complete, hawever.
Motion by Wright to approve the following estimates;
F.D. Chapman ConstrucCion Company
2809 Alabama Avenue
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55416
Estimate 9%5= 5anitary Sewer and Water Improvement
Project No. 70 (Partial) (Riverview Terrace, south
of Mississippi Place; Lincoln (Ashton) Street, south
of Irontan Street; Sth Street, south of T.H. �k100)
F. D. Chapman Gonstruction Company
and Randa11 & Berglin (Joint Venture)
28Q4 Alabama Avenue
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55416
� Estimate #4 - Storm Sewet Improvement Pro�ect No
73 and Sanitary Sewer, Water and Storm Sewer
Improvra�nt Pro�ect No. 73-A (Partial) (54th and
Snnsbruck Sth Addition)
Keys We11 DrL1lin.g Company
413 North LexingCon Parkway
St. Paul, M.innesota 5510/+
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$16,�49.29
Estimate ��10 - Water Improvement Pro�ect No. 75-A
(Partial) (Three Additional ➢rift Wells) 526,041.95
Seconded by Harris. Upon a voLCe vote, there Ueing no nays, the motion carrLed
unanimously.
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APPOINTMENTS TO VARIOUS COMMITTEES AND COr1MISSIONS:
Mayor Kirkham suggested that this item be tabled until the next meeting.
Motion by Wright to table all the appointments to the next meeting except
the Comicil Secretary, and that, Sue Miskowic be employed as Council
Secretary, on a temporary basis on1y, until an Administrative Intern
is obtained, and then he will become the Council Secretary. Seconded by
Sheridan. Uport a voice vote, there being no nays, the motion carried
unanimously.
DBSIGNATION OF ➢EPOSITORZES - RESOLUTION DESTGNATING LEGAL NEWSPAP$R -
I2ESOLUTION SETTING COUNCTL MEETING NTGHTS - RESOT,UTION DESIGNATING
COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVC ON N S S.S.D , AND RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DTRECTOR
AND ALTERNATE DIRECTOR TO SUBDRBAN RATE AUTHORITY:
Mr Kirtcham asked lf these items could be delayed until the next meeting
Attorney Smith stated that he could see no problem. Mr. Smith suggested
that this meeting be ad�ourned antil the 10th of January.
Pfotion by Harris to continue ztems 11 through 16 until the lOth of January.
Seconded by Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being uo nays, the motion
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION ik2-1966 AUTHORIZTNG SPLITTTNG OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS, LOTS 4
AND 5, AUDITOR'S SUB ik77:
Motion by Councilman Wright to adopt Resolutiun ��2-1966. Seconded 6y Sheridan
Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, the motion carr�ed unanimously.
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Motion by Couucilman Wright to adopt Resolution �F3-1966. Seconded by Sheridan
Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, [he motion car�ied unanimously.
RESOLUTION yk4-1966 AUTHORIZING SPLITTING OF ASSESSPIENTS PARCEL 2080, BLOCK $,
AND PARCEL 2400, BLOCK 9, LOWELL'S ADDISION:
Motion by Councilman Wright to adopt Resolution i�4-1966 Seconded 6y
Sheridan, Upon a voicevote, there being no nays, the motion carried
Unanimoasly.
ADSOITRNMENT -
The motion was made and seconded that the Council ad�ourn to January 10, 1966.
Respectfally submitted,
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Marvin Brunsell
Acting Secretary to the Council
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ADJOURNL'D COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 4- 1966 - JANUARY 10, 1966
The Ad�ourned Meeting of January 4, 1966 was called to order by Mayor
Kizkham at 8:00 P.M. on January 10, 1966.
ROLL CALL
MCMBERS PRESE\TT; Kirkham, Hatris, Sheridan, Wright, Samuelson
MEMBERS ABSENLL: None
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