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did not want a certain pro�ect and in the end tne Council has not gone through
with the pro�ect Mr. Paulson said that if the Council were to be bound by a
vote at a Public Hearing� there would be a big propaganda program and not
democratic government. He said that this is going on in this community right
now which is the reason he is going to sCaxt what is called a^Townhall
Meeting",
NARR�nT BOULEVARDS ON MISSISSIPPI STREET;
Councilmaa Harris said that Bloomington is presently filling in their narrow
� boulevards, as we have on Mississippi Street, with either blacktop or concrete
He said that they have found that the salt used in the winter adheres and
the sod never grows. He had talked to the contractor who had done this work
and he had indicated in Che future he would recommend the same in Fridley
as it would have been cheaper for him to put in concrete to the curb line
rather than come back with the backfill and sod The City Manager mentioned
the safety hazard of inviting children to walk that close to the curb,
especially on a high speed road. Councilman Harris said that if it had
been done in blacktop, the children probably would stay on the cement, and
suggested the Council take this under consideration the next time they have
a pro�ect of this kind. Councilman Wright said thar this was a good point
to raise, and another possibzlity would be to have plantings every so many
feet which would discourage people and bike riders close to the curb
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DRIVE-IN ON EAST RIVER ROAD:
Councilman Wright said that no action has been taken against this drive-in
because the Council has been waiting for the report from the HeaLth Inspector,
but now that they have received the report, he fe1L it would be appropriate
to ynstitute dangerous building litigation against it.
MOTZON by Councilman Wright to direct the City Attoxney to consult with the
Health Inspector to determine at what point dangerous building actio❑ should
begin, and if it should begin at once, to prepare the appro,�riate resolution
for the next Council Meeting. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice
vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried
ADJOURNMENT:
There being no furthex business, Mayor Kirkham declaxed the Regular Council
Meeting of September 19, 1966 ad�ourned at 12;15 P M.
Respecttully submitted,
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THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL 1K�ETING OF OCTOBER 3, 1966
The Regular Meeting of the Council of the City of Fr�dley was called to order
by Mayor Kirkham at 8;05 P.M.
ROLL CALL:
MEMBERS PRESENT: Kirkham, Harris, Sheridan, Wright,Samuelson
MEMBERS A$SENT; None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES, REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, SEPTEMB�R 19, 1966:
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to adopt the Minutes as submitted. Seconded
by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, thexe being no nays, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried.
REPRESENTATIVE FOR STRITE-ANDERSON CORPORATION - ZONING INFORMATION:
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Mayor Kirkham said that there was a gentleman that would like to be heard by
the Council, and as he had a plaae to catch, the Council would hear him now.
Mr. Thomas Greig introduced Mr. Walter Richey, a representative of the
Strite-Anderson Corporation, and explained that this company would like to
locate in Fridley in the Viron building. He explained that the company
employs approximately 130 people, the largest part that they manufacture
weighs about a pound, and that they would like to locate in Fridley after
having been burned out at their previous location. He said that the building
owner in Bedford, Massachusetts would like more information on the zoning,
as there seems to be some discrepancy on whether they can locate in the ,
Viron building
Mr. Ritchey addressed the Council and said that their problem was the
building, as it is zoned light industrial and one of the uses excluded
is foundry and metal fabrication. He said that his company is a die caster,
doing mostly ordnance work. He said that he felt they were neither a
foundry nor metal fah�ricator, but on the other hand, both. Mr. Ritchey
said that they have reached a tentative agreement on the lease with the
condition that they satisfy the owner that the building is properly zoned
for their use. Mr. Ritchey said he was here to ask the Council's interpretation
of the zoning, and would try to answer any questions they may have.
Councilman Samuelson asked what kind of inetals they use. Mr. Ritchey said
they were ferrous metals. Councilman Harris asked if they would need to make
modifications to the building. Mr. Ritchey said that the building was very
adaptable to their business. He explained that there were a 1ot of temporary
walls which wi11 be moved or torn down. He said the building is adequately
ventilated with a good sprinkler system, and there will be no ma�or
structural changes. Councilman Harris asked if they would have smoke stacks.
Mr. Ritchey said no they would not, that all the furnaces used to melt metals
were gas. Mayor Kirkham asked if they melted already prepared alloys, and
Mr. Ritchey said this was correct. Councilman Samuelson asked if there was
any unusual odor Mr. Greig said that he had been down at the plant and
cou7d answer that there is not. Mr. Ritchey said that their metals heat �
to 1200 degrees and he would not say there were no fumes. Councilman
Wright asked where their plant was. Mr. Ritchey said that their old plant
had been on Washington Avenue, west of the River and that the University
was taking the property.
Councilman Wright asked if they were a division of Scheldahl Company. Mr
Ritchey said that there was no connection at all, that thCs company is owned
b� the Anderson family. Councilman Wright asked if they have room for
storage for a11 their equipment and products. Mr. Ritchey said that they
did, and in fact, anticipated leasing out some of their space to another
company. Councilman Samuelson asked if they would have any outside storage
of bulk products, and Mr. Ritchey said, none at all.
Mr. Greig said there was another company that would be locating in this area
that would tie in with Strite-Anderson Company. He also pointed out that the
lease has to be signed within this week. Mr. Ritchey said that die-casting
machines are very hard to get and they have acquired several and three of
these are sitting on a loading dock in St. Pau1, so they would like to know
one way or another. Councilman Wright asked if there would be enough parking,
and Mr. Ritchey said yes.
Couacilman Harris said that the Council was interested in bringing business
to our community and his understanding was that as long as they have inside
storage, and do not have furnaces that would emit smoke, noise or"discomfort
to the surrounding area, he would interpret the ordinance to read such that ,
their business would fall into that area. The City Manager said that he had
written GCA saying that the zoning is proper for this type of industry.
Mr. Ritchey said the requirement to the closing of the transaction would be
an opinion from the Dorsey Firm (who are representing GCA) that the building
is properly zoned He said he would like something from the Council saying
they have considered the matter and based on their understanding of the
business of Strite-Anderson, it is properly zoned for Cheir use.
MOTION by Councilman Harris that it is the Council's understanding that,
based on the discussion that they have had, the Strlte-Anderson Company
is within the ordinance and the business will fall within the restrictions
given by the ordinance. Councilman Wright suggested the revised wording
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with Councilman Harris' consent: That Che Council, in response to the request
by Mr. Ritchey, representing Strite-Anderson, does hereby find that the
operation described in the proposed use of the GCA Viron property is properly
classified as M-1 (light industrial) and is a proper use for the parcel oF
land in question. Seconded by Councilman Wright Upon a voice vote, there
being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
'sY CITY PLANT
SECTIONS 40.0
� The City Attorney drew the Council's attention to the blank zn the ordinance
to be filled in, as he did not know the wishes of the Council.
Councilman Sheridan said he had no concern against the consolidation of this,
but in reviewing this ordinance and the ordinance xegarding the T3uilding
Board, Zt seemed thaC in some instances they will be spending many hours
at commlttee meetings, especially the Chairmen of the Sub-Committees, and
he wondered if this had been thought out enough. The City Manager said that
this had been discussed and the Building Standards Committee wi11 have to
meet only once or twice a year� the Building Board twice a month, and each
sub-committee once a month, with two meetings a month for the Planning
Commission. He said it would be the Building Board Chairman that would
get the extsa meeCing, so he would have 4 a month, the rest of the Planning
Commission 7ust three. Councilman Wr�ghC satd the most acid test of whether
this was too much for the members was that every member was present �ahen
this topic was discussed, and they did not feel it was excessive, but was as
much as could be asked. He said the feeling was that they could meet this
schedule. Councilman Sheridan said he was not against streamlining the
Commxssion, but he recalled when they used to have trouble finding someone
to serve, and wanted to mention this.
Councilman Sheridan pointed out a typographical error in the ordinance
which was changed.
MOTION by Councilman Harzis to insert the words "Streets and Utilities" in
� the blank on the ordinance, and adopt Ordinance �k348 upon Second Reading,
waiving the reading, and publish,. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon
a roll call vote: Kirkham, Harris, Sheridan, Wright, Samuelson, voting
aye, the motion carried unanimously.
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SION TO SERVE AS A BUILDING I30ARD AND PF.P�SCRIBING THE
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CounciLman Wright saLd that under No, 3 of the Ordinance, three members, one
from each of the three wards shall continue to serve as members of the
Building Board. He said that pxesently they axe only called for a quorum
on something pertaining to their Ward, and he felt this was an improvement
MOTION by Councilman Wright to amend the wording under 48.011 so that after
the words, °Members of the Building Board except the Chairman of the Building
Stiandards and Design Control Sub-Committea of the Planning Commisa?on, are
appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the City Council," the ordinance
sha11 say, °except that the three ward representatives will each be appointed
by theLr respectLVe ward Councilman with the approval of the City Council."
Seconded by Councilman Harxis. Upon a voice vote, there beiag no nays,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carrled.
� MOTION by Councllman Harris to adopt the proposed ordLnance on first reading
and waLVe the reading. Seconded by Councllman Wright Upon a ro11 ca11 vote;
Kirkham, Harris, Sheridan, Ldright, Samuelson voting aye, t6e motior� carried
unanimously.
Councilman Wright said that Yhe reorganization of the Planning Commission is
not complete wieh respect to the Soard of Appeals, but the Attorney has not
been able to get a completely clear statement from the Council as to what the
language should contain. The City Manager pointed out that the Planning
Co�nission recommended leaving it as iC is. Councilman Wright said that
90% of the Board of Appeal's duties are either small waivers such as set
backs which are minor and could be handled by the Administration and Sgecial
Use Permits on which either the PlanningCommission or Council could act as
Board of Appeals. He said he felt Chey have a crowded agenda, and the Council
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has to hear them anyway, so he felt the Council could act as the Board of
Appeals. The City Attorney asked if the waivers and set 6acks would 6e
sub�ect to the Council's approval, and if the Special Use Permits and appeals
from the decisions of the zoning administrator would be handled by the Council,
and Councilman Wright answered yes. The City Manager mentioned the Public
Hearings of set backs, and if the Council were going to keep having the
Public Hearings, they would be taking on quite a pro�ect Councilman Wright
said that perhaps it would be better to listen to the advice of the Planning
Commission for now.
MOTION by Councilman Wright that the Council reaffirm the existing status of '
the Board of Appeals and its duties, and if the Council wishes they can
consider further changes, as the wording will apparently divide the functions
which may require another opinion. Councilman Harris said he would like to
see this back on the agenda again.
MOTION by Councilman Harris that theAttorney draw up as proposed, a division
of the powers regulating the Board of Appeals based on the discussion the
Council has had this evening, and have it back on the agenda. Seconded by
Samuelson Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared
the motion carried.
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Councilman Harris said that it was his understanding that the City Attorney
had talked to the �+ttorney in Edina, and he felt it would stand up in court.
The City Attorney said he had researched this, and as it is a rather new
concept, there are no cases in point, but the ob�ectives are the same as
those tLiat have been upheld in numerous zoning cases. His opinion was that
this was a reasonable approach, but that the Council and Administration would
have to be diligent in its findings and in the applications used under it.
He said that the Edina Attorney felt it was an improvement over the o1d way.
Councilman Samuelson suggested that on the top of page 12, after the wording, �
drainage, erosion control, visual screening and landscaping - they add the
words, "including sodding". The Council agreed.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Ordinance �k349 upon second readzng,
waiving the reading, and publish. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson.
Councilman Wright said that for the public's information, because the City
has an Ordinance called Planned Development does not imply that the rest of
the zoning is unplanned. Upon a Roll Ca11 Vote: Kirkham, Harris, Sheridan,
Wright and Samuelson voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried
unanimously.
COMMITTEP� APPOINTMENTS (TABLED 9/19/66):
STREETS & UTILITIES SUB-COMMITTEE OF THE PLANNING COffMISSION:
The City Manager read the names of the members already on the Committee which
makes five members including Mr. Daryl Nagel whose appointment had been an
interim appointment. Councilman Harris said that this would mean that there
is no vacancy to fill then. Councilman Wright suggested formalizing the
interim appointment of Mr. Daryl Nagel.
MOTION by Councilman Wright that the Council affirm that the members of
the Streets and Utilities, P1ats and Sub-Divisions consist of the present �
incumbents in that position at the present term of office including the
interim appointment of ➢aryl Nagel. Seconded By Councilman Sheridan, Upon
a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Rirkham declared the motion carried.
BOARD OF APPEALS:
Councilman Harris said he was convinced the Council should follow the path
they were on, and not reappoint anyone to this committee,
MOTION by Councilman Sheridaa to table the Board of Appeals appointment until
the first of the year. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote,
there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried,
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HUMAN RELATIONS COMMITTEE:
Mayor Kirkham said he would again submit the name of Mr Robert I3uck1_ey,
54 Locke Lake Road, and ask for the C+�une71's concurrence.
MOTION by Councilman Har'cis to concur with the Mayor and appoint
Mr. Robert BuckLey to the Human Relations Committee Seconded by
Councilman Samuelson.
Councilman Wright said that for the reasons cited previously, and having
� reconsidered and reached the same conclusions, he did not feel this man
is acceptable and does not have the qualificattons for a member of the
Human Relations Committee, and he will have to vote nay,
Upon a roll call vote: Kirkham, Harris, Sheridan and Samuelson voting
aye, Wrlght voting nay, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried
BOARD OF APPEALS TVIEETING MINUTES, SEPTEMBER 28, 1966:
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SECTION 45 26, CITY CODE OF FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA 1963, REVISED
BER 31_ 1964 BY WATVF.R OF FRONT YAR➢ SF.TRACK RROTiTRFMRNT (1F
AN ATTACHED GARAGE ON LOT 16, BLOCR
The City Manager z'ead the motion of the Board of Appeals recommending that
the variances be granted Mr. and Mrs Brimer and Mr S. H. Doyle, a
neighbor, were present at the Council Meeting. The Council looked at
the survey
� Answering questions of the Council, Mr. and Mrs Srimer said they thought
all the houses on their side of the block were 312 feet Uack from the
street as they were a11 lined up, although theirs sat back a little as
- they are on Che curve. They said there were houses across the street and
down the street that have garages protruding in front which is what they
would like. I-Ie said they would like to build it 4 feet in iront of the
house.
Mr. Doyle, 921 Overton Drive, said that, of the other houses in the block
with the garages set forward, only one had needed a variance He had
taken a picture from his bedroom window which he showed the Council. I-Ie
had placed a piece of paper over part of it to show how the:r view would
be obstructed. Mr. Brimer said that when the picture was taken, the
camera had been held out the window. He said that aesthetically he felt
the garage set forward would do more for his home and the neighborhood
He said that six letters had been sent out for the Public Hearing and
Mr. Doyle was the only one with an ob�ection. Mr. DoyLe said it would
block the view from the window his wife uses to check on the children.
Councilman Wright said he felt they should be cLear, that regardless of
the Eoard of Appeals recommendation, which has an advisory capacity to
the Council, 1aw is 1aw and the City is on the side of Mr poyle, and he
wouLd like ta draw thelr attention to the fact that the Council has not
granted a side yard variance without a Letter from Yhe immedialeLy affected
neighbor. Mr. Doyle said he dad not feel enhancing the aesthetics was
� enough reason to grant a variance Mr. Carl Paulson, a visitor to the
Council Meeting, suggested the garage could be put at an angle, w�ich
would add a lot to the house and would be very modern.
Councilman Harris asked if there were any other variances in the block.
Mrs, Brimer said that one had been issued last year after the cornado
Councilman Wright said that this might have gotten through on the relaxed
rules after the tornado Mayor Kirkham said that he would like to see
the two parties work out a compromise, as the 1aw favors Mr poyle at
present, and Che Council would be glad to hear it again if and when they
reached an agreement. Mrs. Brimer asked if they could be stopped from
attaching a garage flush as they are not 35 L-eet back from the street.
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Councilman Harris said that the 35 feet would not be material if a11
the houses are 31z feet back. Councilman Wright read the ordinance
covering the granting of variances. Councilman Wright suggested they
look at some homes that have the garage set back 2 feet from the house
Mayor Kirkham asked Mr. Doyle if he had a compromise to offer, or if he
would be agreeable to a garage set 2 feet back, or even with the house.
Mr poyle said he would ob�ect Fo the side yard request also Council-
man Sheridan said that if they built a 20 foot garage within the side
yard requirement and 31z feet from the street, he for one felt there
would be no problem. Councilman Wright said that he agreed. The Council
looked at the survey and did not think a 3 foot variance was necessary.
Mr. Brimer said that he would compromise with two feet behind the front
of the house, �f he could get the side yard variance. Councilman
Wright asked Mr. Doyle if he would agree with a side yard variance from
5 feet to 4 feet and 2 feet back from the house� Mr poyle said he
would have no compl�int if it was one foot maximum.
MOTION by Councilman Wright that the Council deny the variance as
approved by the Board of Appeals and approve the subsequently requested
variance for an attached garage to be no closer than 31z feet to the
street and a side yard variance from 5 feet to 4 feet at the closest
point to the lot line Seconded by Councilman HarTis. Upon a voice
vote, there heing no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
2. PUBLIC HEARING ON A REQUEST FOR A VARIANCE FROM SECTION 45.26, CITY
CODE OF FRIDL�Y, MINNESOTA 1963, REVISED DECEMBER 31, 1964, BY WAIVER
ADDITION, ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA, SAME BEING 1604 BERNE ROAD, FRIDLEY,
MINNESOTA. (REQUEST BY RODNEY BILLMAN, INC., 3000 - 36TH AVENUE NOATH-
EAST, MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55418):
The City Manager read the Board of Appeals recotmnendation to grant the
variance. The Council looked at the Certificate of Survey.
MOTIDN by Councilman Wright to concur with the Board of Appeals and
grant the variance Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote,
there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES, SEPTEMBER 22, 1966;
SAV
The City Manager read the motion of the planning Cocmnission recommending
approval of the vacation sub�ect to necessary land dedications The City
Manager said he had received a letter from the Erackson Petroleum Corp-
oration asking the Councll to table this vacation pending further study.
MOTION by Councilman HarYis to receive the letter from Erickson Petroleum
Corporation Seconded by Councilman Samuelson Upon a voice vote, there
being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declaxed the motion carried.
Councilman Harris said that this vacation has been denied continuously
as it was felt some mode of ttansportation was needed Yrom tfie north and
south. He said there must have been a half dozen denials, and wondered
why approval was recommended this time Councilman Wright said that it
seemed an impossible thing for Mr. Zizak to do, as he must buy quarter
circles from different owners. He said that the way the Planning
Cuimuission has left it, he cannot do it without the approval of Erickson
and the other property owners.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to table the request 6y Mr, .7oe Zizak
for a vacation (SAV ��64-08) Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a
vozce vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carn ed
REORGANIZATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION:
Councilman Wright pointed out that the P1annYng Co�ission has indicated
some changes in the reorganizing ordinance, some of which are minor, and
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he hopes the City Attorney has taken note oE these The City Manager
said that these had been incorporated in the ordinance
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive and file the M�.nuCes of the
Planning Commission. Seconded by Councilman Wright. Upon a voice vote,
there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried
MINUTES OF THE SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING, SEPTEMBER 21, 1966•
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive and file the minutes of the
Safety Gommittee Meeting. Seconded by Councilman Harris Upon a voice
vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried
OF THE PARKS AN➢ RECREATION CQMNiISSION MEETING. 5EPTEMSER 19, 1466:
MOTION by Councilman Hart'is to receive and file the minutes of the Parks
andRecreation Meeting. Seconded byCouncilman Sheridan Upon a voice vote,
there being no nays, Mayor Rirkham declared the moCion carried.
Councilman Samuelson left the Council table.
PROPOSED OE2DINANCE REZONING R-1 TO R-3A - LOT 3, BLOCK 1, FROID'S ADDITION
The City Manager reminded the Council that they have held a Public llearing.
He said that the Council's decision had been to wait until the plat was
approved, and that had been done at the prevlous meeting.
MOTION by Councilman kIarris to adopt Che Rezoning Ordinance on lst
Reading, waiving the hearing. Seconded by Councilman Wright. Upon a
Roll Ca11 Vote, Kirkham, Harris, Sheridan and Wright voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried.
Councilman Samuelson returned to the Council table.
DANGEROUS BUILDING AT 6881 CENTRAL AVENIIE NORTHEAST:
The City Manager said that the City Attorney has advised Mr. Sauer that
if he has not started removing the building by October 15th, the City will
hire someone to do it.
MOSION by Councilman Harris to concur with the Administration's decision
that the City will start pxoceedings on or after October 15, 1466.
Seconded by Councilman Wright. Upon a voice vote, Chere being no nays,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
DANGEROUS BUILDING AT 6001 UNIVERSITY AVENUE NORTHEAST:
The City Attorney said that he had gotten a call from Mr Marchiafava,
and Mr. Marchiafava had indicated to him that he was going to rebuild
the building to the o nginal size and original plans The Crty Atkorney
said he told him that in order to do this, the plans shoUld be sent to
the Building Inspector. The City Managex asked the Council about setting
a deadline date.
MOTION by Councllman Haxris thaC Mr. Marchiafava submit plans for rebuilding
his building up to code by November 1, 1966, and if he does nol, the CiCy
will proceed with the Dangerous Building action. Secondad by Co�incilman
Wright Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor ILirkham decLared
the motion carried
WEED PROSLEM-
Mayor Kirkham said 'he had this put on Che agenda as there are many vacant
lots in Fridley that aze overgrown with weeds, and there is a problem
gettin.g them mowed. Councilman Samuelson said that Ls comes up al1 the
time and he wondered if it behooves the Council to advertise for someone
to do it and assess it against the property The City Manager sald that
in the early Spring 5 or 6 people will come in and want to do it, but
quit after a couple of lots because of the �unk on the property He said
that there had been no applicants this year He said he was having Che
Weed Inspector make a list of a11 the tax forfeit property and the City
will see how many they can get mowed this year, although ie is too late
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to help those with hay fever. The City Manager said that the Mayor had
suggested burning off these lots, but the Fire Department does not issue
burning permrts to non-owners. He said if the Council wanted to aufhor-
ize the Fire Department to do this, they could, although he did not know
the legal aspects of it.
Councilman Harris asked if the people that came in at the beginning of
the year came in unsolici[ed? The City Managex said that they used to,
or the City would call the County for a list The City Manager said he
had one other thought for next year, and that would he to have a part-
time employee, perhaps a teacher looking for summer work, to use the �
list of every weed ca11 in 1966, and send out ttotices on these 1ega1
descriptions on the premise there wi11 be weeds again this year. Council-
man Wright suggested the City routinely maintain a list of chronic lots
and during clean up week send out notices, then by the lst week in 7une,
the City will have the legal power and can hire someone to do it.
Councilman Harris suggested they advertise contractually to have this
done. Councilman Samuelson said he would like to see this on a contractual
basis. The City Manager pointed out again that nobody cared to keep on
doing it because of the rough 1ots. Councilman Wx'ight said perhaps they
could go to a company that specializes in manicured lots, as it is assessed
anyway, the Clty would get the cost back.
MOTION by Councilman Harris that after the first of the year, the
Administration advertise for contractual services for weed mowing with
an individual bonded to carry out these services. Seconded by Councilman
Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared
the motion carried
Mayor IZirkham said that was good for next year, but what about this year.
Councilman Samuelson asked for a legal opinion on burning. The Citq
Attorney did not recoamiend it as, if the City authorized it, the person
could be considered an agent o£ theCity, and if they should burn a tree
or something of a neighbor's, there would probably be claims against the
City. �
ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE DISPOSAL OE LOST PROPERTY TURNED INTO THE
FRIDLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT AND STOLEN PROPERTY RECO�EREID BY THE FRIDLEY
POLICE DEPAATM�NT:
MOTION by Councilman Wright to adopt the proposed Drdinance upon first
reading and waive the reading. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a
voice vote, there being no nays, Maqor Kirkham declared the motion carxied.
AUTHORIZING BIDS FOR FIRE TRUCK:
Fire Chief Hughes was present at the meeting and said the Department
would be happy to get the bids going as the costs keep rising, and
delivery wi11 not be guaranteed for a year. Councilman Samuelson asked
if he had set up the specifications. Chief Hughes said that the officers
of the Department had done them, and Councilman Samuelson said that he
thought they were very good. Councilman Harris asked about the meeting
to be set up with the Board of the Relief Association to discuss financing
Fire Prevention Chief Aldrich, President of the Relief Association, said
that no formal contact has been made as yet, they should get something
formal to discuss as it takes a 2/3 majority of the Board. He said he
did not anticipate any problems, but that he could not speak for the
other 35 members He said they would be interested in knowing what kind
of £inancing the Council was interested in Counc�.lman Samuelson
suggested there be two motions, one letting the bids, and on setting ,
the meeting. The City Manager said that November 7th would be the
earliest date they could receive bids legally. Chxef Aldrich said
that the bids will have to be mailed out, but they are ready to go so
they should not need more time.
The Council discussed opening the bids on the 7th and considering them
on tne 2lst of November, as some time will be needed to study them.
The City Manager said the Notice can say this.
MOTION by Councilmaxi Wright to adverrise for bids for a new Pumper Fire
Truck according to the specifications Secon�.e3 by Councilman Samuelson.
Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared tne motion
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MOTION by Councilman Harris to direct the Administration to contact the
Fire Relief Association to set up a �oint meeting with the Council re-
garding financing of the new pumper. Seconded by Councilman Wright.
Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carxied.
CLAIMS•
MOTION by Councilman Wright to approve the payment of General and Public
Utilities Claims iF9633 through ��9960 and Liquor Claims ik387 through �'436.
� Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no neys,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
ESTIMt1TES :
Councilman Samuelson said that he had not been present at the last meeting
and wondered if the Bachman-Anderson Insurance survey had been received.
The City Manager said that the surcrey has been forwarded to the Insurance
Committee and that each Council member has received a copy, Mayox Kirkham
said he felt they should delay payment on this estimate until the Council
hears from the Insurance Co�ittee, Councilman Samuelson suggested they
have the first verbal review from Bachman-Anderson also, The City Manager
said that Bachman-Anderson was ready for the first verbal review at any
time, and asked if the Council would like them to come to a meeting at
the same time the Znsurance Committee reported.
MOTION by Councilman Wright to request Bachman-Anderson Company and the
Insurance Committee to be at the October 17, 1966 Councal Meeting, and
request that the Insurance Committee complete their review and be ready
to discuss Che report. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice
vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
Councilman Samuelson asked about the $23,529.10 estimate to the State
of Minnesota Department of Highways, and the City Engineer said that
this was Fxidley's share of the storm sewer the State is putting in on
� University Avenue south of I-694, and it must be paid when the contract
is 1et.
MOTION by Councilman Wright to approve the following estimates for pay-
ment, but that Bachman-Anderson, Inc., estimate of $797.50 is to be
deleted until after the review:
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Sandstrom & Hafner, Inc.
7400 Highway No. 65
Fridley, Minnesota 55432
Estimate ��1 (FINAL) for work completed on the
emergency repairs to the force main at the
sanitary sewage lift station at Rice Creek
and T.H. �{47
D. W. Hickey & Co., Inc.
1841 University Avenue
St. Paul, Minnesota 55104
Estimate �'6 (PARTIAL) for work completed this
date for Water Improvement Pro�ect No. 75-C,
Schedule 2, according to contract (9-26-66)
(High Surface Pumps and Three Additional
Filters - Crmmons Park)
Petersen-Templin, Inc.
6402 - 56th Avenue North
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55428
Estimate y�5 (PARTIAL) for work completed
this date for construction of Water Im-
provement Px'oject No. 75-C, ScYiedule 1,
According to contract (9-26-66) (Three
Million Ga11on Reservoir)
$ 3,262.90
$ 3,960.00
$16,503.30
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State of Minnesota Department of Highways
St. Pau1, Minnesota 55101
Work to be performed under Cooperative
Agreement No. 54803 on S.P. 0205-18
TH 47 F 081-1 (33) Barton Contracting
Company - �k12229 $23,529.1D
Seconded by Councilman Samuelson, and upon a voice vote, there being no
nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
LICENSES•
MOTION by Councilman Wright to approve the following licenses:
CAFE LICENSE:
Holiday Village North
250 - 57th Avenue N. E.
Fridley, Minnesota by: Erickson Brothers
OFF SALE LICENSE:
Holiday Village North
250 - 57th Avenue N.E.
Pridley, Minnesota by. Erickson Brothers
TAVERN LICENSE:
Canterbury Inne, Inc.
6479-81 University Avenue N. E.
Fridley, Minnesota
GAS SERVICES:
Aix Comfort, Inc.
3300 Gorham Avenue
Minneapolis, MinnesoT.a
GENERAL CONTRACTORS:
0. R. Anderberg Company
2923 Oakland Avenue
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Inter City Builders
35 Highway �'k10
Minneapolis 33, Minnesota
Strand Construction Company
8125 Ensign Road
Hopkins, Minnesota
Dwighr Swanson Constxuctxon Co,
3710 North Zenith Avenue
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55422
Capp lIomes, Incorporated
1143 Dupont Avenue North
Minneapolis, Minnesota
HEATING:
Air Comfort, Inc.
3300 Gorham Avenue
Minneapolis, Minnesota
OIL BIIRNER SERVICE:
�xr Comfort, Inc.
3300 Gorham Avenue
Minneapolis, Minnesota
by: Robert Christenson
by: Dona1 G. Ruden
by• Roy F. Nelson
by: ,Toseph F. Shun
by• S. F. Rowland
by: Dwight Swanson
by: Max Zamansky
by: Donal G. Ruden
by: Dona1 G. Ruden
NEW
AENEWAL
RENEWAL
RENEWAL
RENEWAL
RENEWAL
NEW
NEW
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NNLTIPLE DW�LLING LICENSES:
OWNEI2 ADDRESS UNITS FEE
James R. Olson
3419 Brunswick Avenue N.
Minneapolis, Minn. 5866 - 2nd. St. N.E. 4 $10.00
Action Investment Corp.
1623 Plymouth Ave. N.
� Minneapolis, Minnesota 5980 - 2nd.St. N. E.
Clayton H. Eticson
2325 Winnetka North
Minneapolis, Minnesota 6008 - 2nd. St. N. E
Donald & Gordon
Christenson
5231 Fillmore St. N. E.
Fridley, Minn. 55421 6541 - 2nd. St, N. E
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Mr. Virgil Takinen
7635 Phoenix Street
Minneapolis, Minn. 55427 5820 - 2z St. N. E.
F1oyd C. Bradley
5861 W. Moore Lake Dr.
MinneapoLis, Minn. 55421 5900 - 2i St. N. E.
William S. Reiling
1866 Yorkshire
5t. Pau1, Minn. 55116 5901 - 2z St. N. �.
F1oyd C. Bradley
5861 W. Moore Lake Drive
Fridley, Minn. 55421 5908 - 2? St. N. E.
Floyd G. Bradley
5861 W. Moore Lake Drive
Fridley, Minn. 55421 5416 - 22 St. N. �.
Jon M. Nesseth
4949 - 3rd St. N. E.
Fridley,Minn. 55421 4949- 3rd Street N.E.
John D. Mi11ex
47 Rice Creek Way N.E.
Eridley, Minn. 55432 4465 - 3rd. St. N, E.
Morris Ov�.ck
81 Rice Creek Way N. E.
Fxidley, Minn. 55432 5419 - Gth St. N. E.
Ra1ph J. White
588 - 49th Ave. N. E.
Columbia Heights, Minn. 5644 - 4th St. N. E.
RoberC A. Skogrand &
Thomas A. Buesing
� 1344 Pennsylvania Ave. S.
Minneapolis, Minnesota 5800 - 4th St. N. E.
David W. Adams
3101 West 44th St.
Minneapolis, Minnesota 5384 - 5th St. N. E,
Lester Mayo
5460 - 7th St. N. E.
Fridley, Minnesota 5460 - 7th St. N. E
4 $1D.00
4 $10.00
5 $10.00
4 $10.00
7
4
7
7
7
11
4
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4
34
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
$11.Ot}
$10.Q0
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
$34.00
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Owner Address Units Fee
Mxs. L. A. Torgeson
278 - 58th Avenue N.E.
Fridley, Minn. 55421 6065 - 3rd. St, N. E, 3 $10.00
Sernard Julkowski
1420 Mo1an Terrace N,E.
Minneapolis, Minn. 55421 1050 - 52nd Ave. N. E. 16 $16.00
Sernard Julkowski
1420 Mo1an Terrace N.�.
Minneapolis, Minn. 55421 1090 - 52nd Ave. N. E. 16 $16.00
Sernard Julkowski
X420 Molan Terrace N.E.
Minneapolis, Minn. 55421 1Y20 - 52nd Ave. N. E. 16 $16.00
Bernard Sulkowski
1420 Molan Terrace N.E.
Minneapolis, Minn. 55421 1170 - 52nd Ave. N. E. 16 $16.00
Leonard Weigel
6000 - 6th St. N. E.
Fridley, Minn. 55421 359 - 57hh P1ace N.E. - 8 $10.00
Eldon Greenwood
506 E. 6th Avenue
Shakopee, Minnesota 380 - 57th Place N. E. . 4 $10.00
David J. Lyntinen
218 Gramercy Ave. North
Minneapolis, Minnesota 390 - 57th Place N. E. 4 $10.00
C1if£ord T. Bakko
9119 - 13th A-c�enue South
Minneapolis, Minnesota 151 - 592 Way N. E.
Sheldon A. Mortenson
1289 Skywood Lane N. E.
Fridley, Minn. 55421 1200 Highway �k100 N.E.
Sheldon A. Mortenson
1289 Skywood Lane N.E.
Fridley, Minn. 55421 1230 Highway 4k100 N,E.
Sheldon A. Mortenson
1289 Skywood Lane N.E.
Pridley, Minn. 55421 1260 Highway �r`I00 N.E.
Sheldon A. Mortenson
1289 Skywood Lane N.E.
Fridley, Minn. 55421 1290 Highway-�k100 N.P�.
Bernard Julkowski
1420 Molan Terrace N.�.
Columbia FIeights, Minn. 7400 Lyric Lane N. E.
L1oyd C. Mavis
601I Main St. N. E.
Fridley, Minn. 55421 6011 Main St. N. E.
Marlon 0. Haugen &
Allan T. quello
Wayzata Bank Building
Wayzata, tilinnesota 6021 Main Street N. E.
RoUert Lecy
14D Mississippi P1ace N.E.
Fridley, Minn. 55421 140 Mississippi Place
12
18
18
18
18
8
4
4
4
$12.00
$18.00
$18.00
$18.00
$18.00
$10.00
$10.00
$I0.00
$10.00
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OWNER ADDRESS UNITS I'EE
01af Lundgren
2355 Regent Avenue North
Minneapolis, Minn. 55422
Brooklyn Land Company
Carl A. Swenson
Route 1, Box 59
Osseo, Minnesota
160 Mississippi Place
201 Satellite Lane N.E.
4 $10.00
11 $11.00
The motion was seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, there
being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
RESOLUTION �k148-1966 CERTIFYING CERTAIN D�LINQUENT WATER AND SLWER CHARGES
TO THE COUNTY AUDITOR FOR COLLECTION WITH THE 1967 TAXES:
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution ��14$-1966. Seconded by
Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there heing no naqs, Mapor
Kirkham declared the motion carried.
E149-1966 CERTIFYING CHARGES TO
TII THE TAXES PAYABLE IN i S
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution i�149-1966. Seconded by
Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor
Kirkham declared the moCion carried.
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(A) FOOTLIGHTERS• USE OF CITY HALL
The City Manager said that the Footlighters have used the City Iiall twice
already, and the Council should decide wha*_ reasonable charge they wi11
� make. Mayor Kirkham asked if there was any additional expense involved
with clean up, and the City Manager said no. The Council discussed a
charge of $1.00 per use.
MOTION by Councilman Wright to grant the request to have used the City
Ha11 on two occasions by the Footlighters, and to inform them that the
Use Charge covering these last two times and in the future wi11 be $1.D0
per evening. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, there
being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
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(B) WYMAN SMTTH: CONDEMNATION AWARD
The City Manager said he had received Chis letter from the previous City
Attorney recommending that the City seCtle for the $3,000 figure, and
that ie seemed reasonable to him.
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to acknowledge the recotmnendation to settle
for $3,000 per the Afitorney's review. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson.
IIpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declarefl the motion
carried.
(C) CITY ENGINEER: REPORT ON WATER LINE ON BAGON DRIVE
The City Manager said this was Yhe case where two parties needed to run
a service line, and the Council had requested an idea of the cost.
The Ci�y Engineer said that this would service three lots.
MOTION by Councilman Harris that the Administration pass this on to the
owners and get their reaction to the cost.
Councilman Sheridan said that at most there will be 150 feet to 175 feet
frontage, and the assessment can be no greater than the benefits, and
this would be almost $2,000 a lot. Councilman Harris said he thought
the discussion was to find the cost and let the owner decide if they were
agreeable to pay it. The City Manager said there was a discussion of
whether the City would want to pick up the balance. Councilman Sheridan
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said it probably would be best to pass it on and see if they come back
with it as it is. The motion was seconded by Councilman Sheridan, and
upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried.
(D) NORTH SUBURBAAT SANITARY SEWER DISTRICT: MEETING
MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive the communication and accept
the NSSSD's choice of ineeting place. Seconded by-Cou»cilman Samuelson.
Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried. -
Councilman Wright said that lte will not be able to attend this meeting,
but felt the Coureil should have some independent notes of the proceed-
ings and suggested the Council authorize the Arlministration to take any
steps necessary to see that the Council gets their own notes.
(�} CITY ENGINEER: 73RD AV�NUE NORTH�AST
The City Engineer pointed the area out on a map and explained that
Mr. Mike fIafner would like to have curb put on his side of 73rd Avenue
so that his plat wi11 look finished. Councilman Harris said that
Mx. Hafner has sold Lot 5 and has an option on Lot 4 so construction
will be starting in that area soon and there is nothing on 73rd Avenue
so that Commerce I.ane itself does not serve anything, so he thought
tne City should put in at least the City-owned side of the street
temporarily. The City Engineer said that fie understood he only wanted
the curbing, but this could be done if the City does not want to use
State Aid Funds. Councilman Harris felt that the Ciiy wants to see
some industry come in, and if there is no access for them the chances
of developzng and broadening the City's tax base are limited by that
street. The City Engineer said that this could be added to an existing
contract early in the spring. Councilman Harris suggested that if they
do not have approval from the County and do not have the dedication of
the South side of the street by next spring, that it be added to the
first pro�ect next spring. The City Engineer asked if they felt the
curbing could be put in, and the Council agreed.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson that the Council authorize the Engineering
Department to install the curb on the north one-ha].f ot 73rd Avenue
Northeast from University Avenue to Cocmnerce Lane. Seconded by Council-
man Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried.
Councilman Harris suggested the City Engineer follow this up and get some
response to get it on the books for next Spring. CouncilmanWright said
perhaps the next letter could say something about starting condemnation
proceedings if necessary to get Yt going for an early Spriz�g start.
(I') LIQUOR STORE MANAGER: SHOREWOOD OFF-SALE
The City Manager showed the ficu�ncil a sketch of a proposed center island
and said the Liquor Store Manager feels the City would have better control
and could cut down on some part time help, Councilman Harris questioned
whether the City shouYd continue to increase the inventory. Mayor-Kirkham
said he would like to know how long it wi11 take to pay off such an
investment. He said if the Manager is expecting to sav� some money, he
should have some idea of how much. The City Manager said he would get
more information on this for the Council.
MOTION by Councilman Wright to table this item until the next Regular
Council Meeting of October 17, 1966 when the Council will have further
information. Seconded by Councilman Samuelso�. Upon a voice vote, there
being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
Councilman Samuelson mentioned an irate lady that had called him about
some very poor service she had recea�ved, and asked the City Nianager to
straighten it out.
(G) CITY ENGINEER: POLICY ON CURB CUTS
Mayor Kirkham suggested the Administration notify the people that the
property owner must pay the charges involved, as it seems the cost will
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be fluctuating all the time. The City Manager said there was the question
of whether the City wants to pick up any of the cost. The City �,ngineer
pointed out that the existing surface has to be replaced which makes the
cost $5 a foot. Councilman Samuelson said he did not feel the Caty should
bear any of the cost.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson tltat the curb cuts be charged back to the
property owners at a cost basis to the City. Seconded by Councilman lIarris
Upon a voice vote, there heing no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carrled.
� �H) CITY ENGINEER; LAND ALTERATION PERMITS
The City Engineer showed the Council, on a map, the area Land Alteration
Permit ��66-01 and �{66-02 are requested for. Councilman Samuelson asked
if these grades would be set prior to excavation. The City Engin.eer said
that the petitioners are supposed to grade according to the grades shown
on the map.
Mr. Richard Carlson., one of the applicants, was present at the Council
Meeting and came forward to the Council Tab1e. Councilman Sheridan said
he had reviewed a11 of the property and talked to the people in the area
He said that Mr. Carlson and Mr. Cochraa had decided to get together on one
overall plan for the area, and that Suburban Engineering had laid this p�an
out for them. Councilman Harris asked if this would be subdivided for
house building. Mr. Carlson said that this was correct. Councilman Harris
asked if the analysis gave them some idea of the amount of dirt to be re-
moved. Mr. Carlson said that there was about 130,000 yards of which
30,000 yards must remain to use as fi11. Councilman Harris asked how
soon this will be moved. Mr. Carlson said that they had asked for two
years in the permit. He said they had talked to Mr. Chies about getting
together, but Mr. Chies plans to prepare his for sale He said Suburban
Engineering did draw up some grades which Chies`, Cochran's, and their's
will a11 tie in with when completed.
� Councilman SamueLson c,ked how one sexvice road could be put in7 Mr
Carlson said that Chies has given them permission to come out on his
property. Councilman Samuelson said this feelings were that the property
owners must be protected during the hauling, and asked if they would pay
for the City spreading calcium chloride7 Mr. Carlson said they would
prefer to undertake it themselves as Ctzey have watering trucks, He said
they have had telephone calls and have watered, and he had given out his
card to these people.
Councilman Wright asked, assuming these elevations were approved, if the
Chies property would match it without much more hauling tay Chies. The
City Engineer said that this was relaCed already to what Chies proposed
to do, he sasd that 2 feet more or less would not make much difference
in the grade. The City Attorney said he had talked to Chies' bondsman
and they said ehey would put pressure on Mr. Chies, and Mr. Chies had
called and said he would get at it next week
Mr. Carlson said they were very much aware that the property owners
ad�acent to the area need their rights protected, and he assured the
CQUnci1 they would see that Chey were.
MOTION by Councilman Wright that the Council approve Laad fllteration
Permits y'�66-OL and ir�66-02 for a period of two years, for Mr. Cochran
and Mr. Carlson respectively, according to the survey of elevations shown
� and request the ordinary bonding of $1,000 an acre, provided the mainten-
ance of the street, including dusC control, clean up and any flag men, il
necessary, be pxovided by the petitioners. Seconded by Councilmaa Samuelson
John Meyer, a visrtor to the Council Meeting, said that there are two
things that come to mind when issuing Zaad Alteration Use Permits, and
they were compaction and removal af debris. He said that these can
plague future home owners. Mr. Carlson said there was no vegetable matter
other than weeds, and he thought there were only two areas that would need
considexation when filling. Councilman Samuelson suggested that one way
was for the Engineer�to see the proposed grades and the pot holes and red
tag the lots for a soil survey before construction.
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Mr. Carlson asked if at the end of the two year period of time, he could
renew the permit if necessary. The Council told him he could with the
renewal of the bond.
Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried.
SANNCLSON: ELY STR�ET STORM SEWER
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to refer this matter to the City Attorney
for a legal opinion. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, ,
there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
(J} ST PHILIPS CHUACH: STORM SEWER
The City �ngineer explained that this storm sewer could be added to part of
the construction the City is doing on 1966-2, and they are sure they could
get the storm sewer in the ground in enough time, but there may not be
enough time to pave the road and it may not be in the best condition.
Councilman Samuelson wondered if it would be better to delay it until
Spring. The City �ngineer said that was the original plan. The City
Attorney said that whether the street is in the Spring or Fall does not
make much difference, but they would like to be able to fill the ditch.
The City �ngineer said that if it is the consensus of the Council to do
this, all the work on the storm sewer can be done this Fall.
MDTION by Councilman Harris to receive the communication from the
St. Philip's Lutheran Church Seconded by Councilman Samuelsoa Upon
a vozce vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motioa
carried.
PARK DIRECTOR: PRELIMINAitY PLANS - MELODY MANOR - PARK:
The City Manager explained that the Engineering Department is too busy at
present to lay out the topography, and the Park Department would like the �
Council to authorize Comstock and Davis to lay out the grades, staking and
so forth.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to authorize the Park Department to engage
Comstock and Davis to lay out the grades and elevations as required for
the park in Melody Manor, Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice
vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
RESOLUTION r'k150-1966 COMBINING STORM SEWER DISTRICTS FOR SSORM SEWER
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NIJMBER FIVE, STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NUMBER
TWELVE, AND STORM SP�WER IMPROVEMENT PROSECT NUMBER SEVENTY-THREE•
Councilman Wright asked if the City did go ahead and assess this xmprove-
ment, would there be eaough leeway to equalize rt afterwards? The Finance
Director said they would use what they would consider high figures to arrive
at the assessment, and there would be enough State fund money to equalize
it The Finance Director explained that if they let this go for one more
year, the people will have to pay another year's interest.
The Council discussed assessing 5, 12, and 73 this year and holding SC and
82 until next year The Einance Director said that there would be only one
contract for SS yk5, but two assessment rolls.
MOTION by Councilman Wright to adopt Resolution 4k150-1966. Seconded by
Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays; Mayor '
Kirkham declared the motion carried.
RESOLUTION ;k151-1966 DIRECTING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR STORM
SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO 5:
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt Resolution �k151-1966. Seconded by
Councilman Wright Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion cartied.
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MOTION by Councilman Wright adopting Resolution ;k152-1966 setting the Public
Hearing on SS�FS on the 19th day of October, 1966. Seconded by Councilman
Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried.
MUNIGIPAL LEAGUE BILL:
MOTION by Councilman Harris to authorize the payment of Fridley's share of
� the Metropolitan section of the League of Municipalities in the amount of
$462,00. Seconded by Counc�lman Wright. Upon a voice vote, there be2ng no
nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried
VISITORS•
Mr. Carl Paulson asked the staCUS of the automatic traffic lights on 57th
Avenue and IIniversity Avenue. Mayor Kirkham said the State Highway Depart-
ment will put these in when they decide they are necessary, Councilman
Wright said that there wi11 have to be a traffic count first, and they do
not want that yet until the traf£ic is up from ehe opening of the Holiday
Store, Mr. Paulson also requested a street light at 57th P1ace where 6th
Street would intersect, as this is a dark area. The Council said that it
would be taken care of.
Two Ministers from the Church of Christ who have recently moved to 2z Streee
and East River Road were at the Council Meeting and said they were having
troubLe procura�ng a place to meet as the schools and various halls were
too expensive for the u ability to pay. They inquired about fixing up one
of the men's two car garage unt11 they could build a regular meeting place,
and they would like a permit to make it sound enough for winter He
explained there are four adults and two children that meet
Councilman Wright suggested the City could lease them the quonset building
� behind City Hal1 at $1 a year or Caty Ha11 at a$1 Use Charge, and both are
heated.
MOTION by Councilman Wrlght to author2ze the Manager to work out terms of
an agreement for Che use of Che City Ha11 building Seconded by Councilman
Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, thexe beLng no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared
the motion carried.
COMMENDATION TO POLICE OFFICERS:
Councilman Wright said he would like to take note of a commendation by the
Chief of Police to the officers involved in a homicide in this CiCy which
was exceedingLy we11 handLed by officers Richard Kausler, Bennhard Hedland
and also for the investigator, Ronald A11ard.
MOTION by Councilman Wright that the City Manager write, on behalf of the
Council, a letter of commendation to these individuals and make copies
availahle to the press. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice
vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried
SANNELSON: VALUATION STUDY:
Councilman Samuelson handed out to the Council copies of a study he had
had made bp the CiYy Assessor compariag commercial, industrial and apartment
valuations in the City. He pointed out that apartments generally exceed
, various commercials on a per acre basis.
SEXTER REALTY AGREEMENT;
The City ACtorney said he had a copy of an agreement with the Sexter Realty
which �oas similar in nature to the Lametti agreement. He saLd it covers a
stretch of road between Hackman and Lynde Drive, oa which the work is done
but is questionable as to the quality. He said the realtor would put $1,000
in escrow plus another $1,000 if repair work needs to be done
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10/3/66
MOTION by Councilman Tdright to authorize the execution of the agreement
with Sexter Realty by the Nlayor and City Manager. Secoaded by Councilman
Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried
ADJOURNMCNT:
There being no further business, Mayor Kirkham declared the Regular Council
Meeting of October 3, 1966 ad�ourned at 11;22 P,M
Respectfully submitted,
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T1I� MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF OCTOBER 17, 1966
The Regular Meeting of the Council of�:.the City of Eridley was called to order
by Mayor Rirkham at 8:D0 P,M.
ROLL CALL•
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MEMBERS PRESENT: Kirkham, flarris, Wright, Samuelson, Sheridan (arrived at $;55 P.M )
MCMSERS ABSENT: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES, REGIILAR COUNCSL MCETING OF OCTOBER 3, 1966;
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt
Counc�.lman Samuelson. Upon a voice
declared the motion carried.
INSURANCE REPORT (TABLED 9/19/66)•
the minutes as submitted Seconded by
vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham
Councxlman Wright introduced Mr Dick Schillinger, the Chairman of the Fridley
Insurance Committee, to the three representatives of the Bachman-Anderson
Company, Mr. Johnson, Mr. Madison and Mr. Douglas. Mayor Rirkham asked
Mr. Schillinger iE he had some comments to make on the insurance report.
Mr. Schillinger said that he did have some specific comments to make. He
said that he did not want to go tltrough the entire report, but that before
he began he would like to say that he thought this was a good report. He
thought they had covered quite thoroughly the insurance program for the Citq
of Fridley, both in terms of the present program and in terms of the suggested
program. Mr. SchiLlinger went through the condition of the present insuraace
policies.
CASUALTY:
(1} Workmen's Com;�ensation: 14ao comments were made in the report (a) Increase
Coverage B, Employers Liability limit. (b) Add "A11 States" endorsement
Mr. Schillinger said that under the $25,000 limit, which is the limit prov�ded
for direct suit against the City, he had done some additionnl checking to
determine whether this was absolutely necessary. In checking this out, the
insurance companies suggested that there is little need for increasing this
limit. He explained to the Council an employee's two avenues of redress
against the City should he be in�ured on his �oh, and in the area where
the employee could bring suit against the City, does not seem to be an area
where the City should be increasing their limits. As far as adding the
"A11 States" eadorsement was concerned, Mr. Schillinger said that the report
suggests that this is not too important, but it costs nothing to add it and
it may be in order to do so.
(2) General Liability: Mr. SchLllinger said there are several areas where
the City does not have coverage One is in the area of false arrest, slander,
1ibe1, etc, which could be added at approximately 5% of the bodily in7ury
premium. He said that both liability policies now include coverage on an
occurrence basis rather than on an accident basis, An endorsement has been
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