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10/17/1966 - 00021267146 10/3/66 NIOTION by Councilman Wright to authorize the execution of the agreement with Sexter Realty by the Mayor and City Manager. Seconded by Councilman Harris. IIpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Nlayor ICirkham declared the motion carried. ADJOURNMCNT: There being no further business, Mayor IZirkham declared the Aegular Gouncil Meeting of- October 3, 1966 ad�ourned at 11:22 P,M. Respectfully submitted, �� % ' � � � �� ,� � �i,; '��-��z- Mafy L � Strom Acting Secretary to the Council ,, �, `, + j �4cti�� l, �$-� t L��ti�w, � 7ACK 0 KIRI , MAYOR THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEP�TING OF OCTORER 17, 1966 The Regular Meeting of the Council of�:.tae Ci±y of Fridley was called to order by Mayor Kirkham at 8;00 P,M. ROLL CALL• 1 � MEMBERS PRESENT: Kirkham, Harris, Wright, Samuelson, Sheridan (arrived at 8:55 P M) MENLSERS ABSENT: None APPAOVAL OF MINUTES, REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF OCTOBER 3, 1966; MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt the minutes as submitted. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. INSIIRANCP� REPORT (TABLED 9/19/66): Councilman 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 Kirkham asked Mr Schillinger if 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 through 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 City 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 insurance policies. CASUALTY: (1) Workmen's Com�ensation; Ttao comments were made in the report (a) Increase Coverage P�, Employers Liability Limit, (b) Add "A11 States" endorsement Mr. Schillinger said that under the $25,000 L7mit, which is the limit provided for direct suit against the City, he had done some additional 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 in7ured on his �ob, 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 "All States" endorsement was concerned, Mr. Schillinger said that the report suggests that this is not too important, but it costs nothing to add it and rt may be in order to do so. �) General Liability; Mr. Schillinger 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 in�ury premium. IIe said that both liability policies now include coverage on an occurrence basis rather than on an accident basis. An endorsement has been , � � °�� 10/17/66 added to the policy which covers the elected and appointed officials. He said that one liability policy always did include this, the other did not. (3) Liquor Liability; Mr. Schi117.nger said that this was written by Marsh- McC1e11an so that he had no comments on it. (4) Automobile Liability; Mr. Schillinger said they had mentioned the "occur- rence" basis which had been taken care of, and also that the automatic coverage fox newly acquired vehicles has been endorsed on the poLicy. He said that in checking on the deductibles for a11 units, he finds that a11 units axe $50 , deductible with the exception of one unit which was $100 deductible He said that not a11 units are insured for collision, as it was felt that any automobile 1961 or older should not have collision coverage, (5) Crime; Mr. Schillinger said there was not an endorsement on the policy, and when the Crty does get this, 1t wi11 be on forcible entry and not theft coverage. He said that to provide theft would increase the premium approxi- mately 45i. On the Money and Securities Policy, he said we are covering $15,000 blanket, and he is confused with the Bachman-Anderson report, as they mention only the three liquor locations and not City Ha11, and he said City Aall is covered under the policy He said he was confused by their woxding under "Exclusions and Limitations" where they question which premises are covered, as they are mentioned by addxess in the policy. (6) Valuable Papers; They say there is no coverage, but Mr. Schillinger said that there is limrted coverage of a maximum of $10,000 on any one location. He said that this is not too essential as the City has a micro- filming program for valuable records. (7) Accounts ReceLVable: Mr. Schillinger said that there is no coverage on this and the CLty is aware of this, as it has been discussed with the Administratioa. (8) Boiler Insurance; Mr. Schillinger said that this was an area that the � Insurance Committee was not aware of and there was no coverage, but since the report, he has discussed this with the City Manager and they have decided to bind the coverage, and are now waiting for an inspection report. (9) Plate Glass Insurance; Mr. Schillinger said that there is pLate glass coverage at Skywood Mall and the principal liquor store location. He said that the report's comment of being considered "self-insurance" is valid. Councilman Wright asked him if he meant that a11 of the glass, or none of the glass should be insured, and that he preferred none? Mr. Schillinger said that this was correct (10) Employee Fidelity; Mr. Schillinger said the City should consider greater limits than the $15,000 blanket bond, and the City should also consider insuring specifically those indivi3ualss who have responsibility for money. He said that Mr. Bxunsell, as the Treasurex of the City, is insured for $25,000 and other City employees are under the blanket $15,000. PROPEATY: Mr. Schillinger said he was quite conFused with some of the amounts given in the report. He went through the amounts listed on the buildings and said there were numerous cases where there were incorrect figures or indications of no figures where there is coverage. Mr. SchiLlinger said that some of the comments under "Exclusions and � Limitations" are valid. He said that the insurance is on a depreciated basis and they suggest that the policy is available on a replacement cost basis. Mr. Schillinger said the Committee had suggested in January that the City go to replacement cost coverage. They mention that the coverage should be blanket, and Mr. Schillinger said he finds no argument with this The Bachman-Anderson report says thete is a binder on equipment for $80,000. Mr. Schillinger said that since then he has received from the Administration and Department Heads a complete schedule of equipment, and he and the Administration felt it should be nn a replacement cost basis, and he mentioned the cost of replacement on an actual cost hasis. � � � io/i�/66 LEASES: Mr. Schillinger said that three of the leases that the City has at present should be covered under liabilities. He said the leases with the ra�lroad and the two liquor store lease agreements have been bound with insurance. Mayor Kirkham thanked Mr Schillinger for his report and asked if any members of the Council had any questions. Councilman Harris asked about the possibiLity of dual coverage. Mr. Schillinger said that there was no dual coverage. Mr. Douglas said that he did not mean to infer dual cover- age. Mr Schillinger explained that there was no facility for taking care of auto and liquor liability so this had to be written under a separate policy, but he agrees there shouLd be one liability policy. Couacilman Wright said this was an argument for blanket coverage. Mr Schillinger had an additional comment to make on liability insurance and mentioned a special endorsement designed by Hartford Insurance with municipalrties in mind to take care of such things as false arrest, exposure, etc., which he would like to see added to the contract. Mayor Kirkham asked what increased services could be expected by the City in light of the premiums. Mr. Douglas said that they will be greatly improved. He said that by being condensed into one company, there would be better engineering services and better claim service. Mr. Douglas said his company suggests writing a blanket amount covering a11 buiLdings and contents at fu11 replacement cost basis. Mr Schillinger said they would agree with this, and that they had recommended this in January. The City Finance Director said he agreed also with some of the recommendations. The Council discussed with Mr Schillinger and the representatives of Bachman-Anderson, some of the different areas, such as employees' claims, motor vehicle deductibles, and coverage of elected and appointed officials. MOTION by Councilman Wright that the policy of the Council be to attempt to secure bLanket coverage where available and on a replacement basis rather than on a depreciation basis where available. Seconded by Council- man Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. MOTION by Councilman Harris that the representatives from Bachman-Anderson and the Insurance Committee meet to go over the insurance, and report their final findings on what has been done and on what should be done. Seconded by Councilman Wright. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. Mayor Kirkham thanked the representatives from Bachman-Anderson and the Insurance Committee. ORDINANCE 4k350 - AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA BY MAKING A CHANG� IN ZONING DISTRICTS: FROID'S ADDITION MOTION by Councilman Harris for the adoption of Ordinance -0�350 upon second reading, waiving the reading, and publishing. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a ro11 ca11 vote, Izirkham, Harris, 4dright, Samuelson voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ORDINANCE -0r`351 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 48.01, 48.02, 48.04, AND 48 OS PERTAINING TO THE DUTIES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND AUTHORIZING A SUB-DIVISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO SERVE AS A BUILDING BOARD AND PRESCRIBING THL DUTI�S THEREOF: The City Manager mentioned that the Ordinance as drafted does not have a Councilman or someone from the Pire Prevention Bureau as members. He asked the Council if they thought they should be represented as non-voting ex officio members Councilman Wright said that he felt it was important that both are represented, but he did not know if it was necessary that they have a vote In his opinion, they should both be ex officio members. Council- man Samuelson agreed with this. Councilman Harris suggested that this was something that could be left up to the Administration. After viewing the plans, the Administration could decide if they were needed at the meeting. The City Manager suggested they could be invited if they would like to come. � ' 1 � � � � � �� . 10/17/66 MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Ordinance �k351 upon second reading, waiv- ing the reading, and publishing, leaving up to the Administration the notifica- tion of the Building Inspector, member of the Fire Prevention Bureau, and Councilman if they wish to attend. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson Upon a Ro11 Ca11 Vote, Kirkham, Harris, Wright, Samuelson voting aye, Mayor KZrkham declared the motion carried. �:6 THE 52 - AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO TFIE DISPOSAL OF LOS THE FRIDLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT AND STOLEN PROPERTY POLICE DEPARTMENT: MOTTON by Councilman Harris to adopt Ordinance i�352 upon second reading, waiving the reading, and publishing. The motion was seconded, and Mayor Kirkham explained the Ordinance to the audience. Upon a roll ca11 vote, Kirkham, Harris, Wright, Samuelson voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried WATER RATES (TABLED 9/19/66): CounciLman Sheridan axrived at the meeting at 8;55 P NI. Y The City Manager explained that he had received the material from IBM at 4:30 P.M on Friday. He said that he had not had time to completely analyze the eight schedules, and he feels the need for more analysis as he had time only to summarize the totals Councilman Harris asked about schedule ��6 on page 3 of the report, as this was the schedule made at the Council Meeting. The City Manager said thac he had not computed this yeC, but it would be approximately 25% lower than the present schedule. Councilman Harris said that it appears the Council can rule out Schedules l, 2, 3, and 4 which will leave Schedule 7, 8, and 9 for Council consideration. The City Manager said there were other factors he was sure the Council would want to know before they arrived at the final figures The City Manager pointed out that there was a representative of Downing Box Company present at the Council Meeting to let the Council know that they were interested in the Council doing something on water rates, and that Midland Cooperatives is also interested. MOTION by-Councilman Samuelson to table the discussion of water rates until the next regular Council Meeting of November 7, 1966. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. The Council discussed some of the figures further, and Councilman Harris suggested that on Schedule ��6 on the front page, item 4 be changed to read, "the next 50,000 to 32p," rather than SO,OOD at the 30c figure. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. REARRANGEMENT OF SHOR�WOOD OFF-SALE (TABLED 10/3/66): Councilman Samuelson said that the Shorewood Off-Sa1e does a good volume of business. He said that this rearrangement would increase the business. and if it could pay for itself in six to nine months, he would be in favor of it. He said that at present there is a Limited traffic arrangement, and cutting down on part time labor would help compensate for the cost Councilman Sh�ridan said he was 'surprised how sma11 the liquor store is when you really scrutinize it. His feeling was that this would bring out some efficiency that we do not have now, and he would go along with Mr. McGuire's recommendation. Councilman Sheridan said that Mr. McGuire has received a favora'61e estimate on what he wishes to put in, and there has been an increase in business from the opening of the Shorewood Shopping Center. MOTION by Councilman Wright to concur with the recommendation of the liquor store Manager. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Dlayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ELY STREET STORM SEWER (TABLED 10/3/66): Councilman Samuelson recommended tabling this item until he can get hold of a Mr. Wright, who is representing the people in this area. �- � � io/1�/s6 NfOTION by Councilman Samuelson to table the �ly Street storm sewer until the next reguLar Council Meeting of November 7, 1966. Seconded by Council- man Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. Councilman Samuelson said that there were two gentlemen present who were interested in the Ely Street stozm sewer. He explained to them that there had been some deletions from the petition, and it has been referred to the legal department� to see if another Public Hearing i�s necessary. He said that the easement papers have been signed by Mr.�Peterson, and theYe will not be another hearing. If it is not legal, it wi11 go back to the old hearing and be assessed on that basLS. � SETBACK VARIANCES (TAELED 9/19/66); The first setback variance the Council Looked at was requested by John L. St. Aubxn, 12ll Hathaway Lane Northeast, far waiver of sideyard re- qulrement from 5 feet to 2 feet to permit coastruction of an attached garage. The City Manager showed the Council the survey that Mr. St, Aubin had brought in Councilman Samuelson asked if this was a true survey, Councilman Wright asked if this survey had been acceptable to the mortgage holder. The City Manager said that the survey had come from the owner, and that he did not know. The City Manager said that the isurvey shows the house in place on the lot. Councilman Wright asked if the Building Inspector found this acceptable. The City Manager said that this would be up to the Council He said that for years a survey with the proposed location was acceptable. Councilman Sheridan pointed out that there was no one for it or against rt at the Board of Appeals meeting. Councilman Samuelson said that the only conflict that he could see is if there was a two foot over- hang on the roof Councilman Sheridan said he would�look at this property and check on the roof overhang and the drainage MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to table the request for a variance from ,Tohn L. St Aubin until the next regular Council Meeting of November 7, 1966 Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. IIpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. The other variance request discussed by the Council was a'request for a waiver of side yard requirement from 5 feet to 1 foot to permit construction of a detached garage from Mr. Doyle Cero11. The Council looked at the survey. Councilman Wright said that again this is a severe variance. He said he had looked at this property, and told Mr. Ceroll to get the neighbor's concurrence. MOTION by Councilman Wright to table this request from Mr. Cezoll until the next regular Council Meeting of November 7, 1966 with the same understanding that the Council wi11 come to some decision when they get more information. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays� Mayor Kirkham declared the motion earried. Council- man Wright said he would talk to Mr. Ceroll. SALT BIDS (OPENED NOON, OCTOBER 17, 1966): The City Manager read the following bids: NAME AND ADDRE55 PRZCE PER TON DELIVEREP Cargill, Incorporated Cargill BuildLng 110 South 7th Streee Minneapolis, Minn. 55402 $9.80 / Ton Corrosion Inhibitor $13 80 ( Ton PRIC� PER TON PICKED UP I��C�3�i Cutler Magner Company Rand Tower $11.29 / Ton $10.79 / Ton 527 Marquette Avenue South Minneapolis, Minn. 55402 � � �� NAME AND ADDRESS Diamond Crystal SaSt Co. Plymouth Building 12 South 6th Street Mianeapolis, Minn, 55403 International Salt Co. Rand Tower 527 Marquette Ave. So, Minneapolis, Minn. 55414 PRICE PER TON DELIVERED $10.90 / Ton $11.25 / Ton �� 10/17/66 PRICE FER TON PICKED UP None None The City Manager said that these were not advertised bids but had come in sealed envelopes. He said that in the past the City had dealt with Cargill, Inc., and they have had good delivery, Councilman Wright made the observation that there was no evidence of collusion. Councilman Wright said he would like to hear the Council's views on getting a corxosion inhibitor, or something other than salt. The City Manager said this would be $4 a ton more. Councilman Wright suggested that they re- advertise for a rust inhibitor, as he felt this extra cost could be �ustified on the City equipment alone. The City Engineer said that he thought Cargill had a patent on this rust inhibitor. Councilman Harris suggested that the City Manager get some data on what is available, if there is more than one. MOTION by Councilman Wright to table the salt bids until the meeting of November 7, 1966, and that the City Manager be requested to resolicit bids on rust inhibitors, and get whatever data is available. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Nlayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING MINUTES, OCTOBER 5, 1960: PUSLIC HEARING ON A REQUEST FOR A VARIANCE FROM SECTION 45.24, CITY CODE OT FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA 1963, REVISED DECEMBER 31, 1964, BY WAIVER OF SIDE YARD REQUIREMENT OF 5 FEET TO 3 FEET TO PERMIT CONSTRUCTION OF AN ATTACHED GARAGE ON LOT 2, BLOCK 4, SROOKVIEW TERRACE 2ND ADDITION, ANOKA COUNTY, MINNrSOTA, SAME BEING 910 PANDORA DRIVE NOR�'i3E9ST. FRIDLEY_ MINNCSOTA. (REOUEST BY The City Manager read the motion of the $oard of Appeals recommending that the variance be granted and explained that there had not been a survey when the Board of Appeals looked at it. Mr. Spanie was present at the Council Meeting and explained that Sussel had built this garage in 1960. MOTION by Councilman Wright to concur with the board of Appeals and grant the requested variance Seconded by Councilman Samuelson Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. MINUTP�S OF TIIE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF OCTOB�R 13, 1966• 1. RP�ZONING REQUEST -0�66-10, MCX�SALITERMAN: The City Manager referred the Council to a motion by the Planning Commission requesting the Council to place the Public Hearing on the rezoning requested by Max Salieerman to a Planned Development District on their agenda for November 7, 1966, as this was the closest Council Meeting following their meeting of the 27Ch of October. Councilman Sheridan said that at,the original Public Hearing before the Planning Commission many people ob�ected to any change in Che zoning. The Council decided not to hold a public hearing at their regular Council Meeting. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to hold a public Hearing on rezoning to the Planned Development District on November 14, 1966 Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Councilman Wright asked if there was any special reason why Mr. Smith and Mr Saliterman were in a hurry. He said that this is the first use of the Planned Developmeat District, and the Council should take their time as they want a good record. The City Manager sa!d that developing takes a lot of time on part of the petitioner, and thep want to get the zoning part out of the way Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. r - `�� 10/17/66 The City Manager brought up the sub�ect of some matters that the City wished to settle with Mr. Saliterman, such as an ob�ection to a culvert and the sprinkler system they were to put in. Councilman Wright suggested that this be checked explicitly before completing the rezoning. 2. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION DISCUSSION OF 61ST AVENUE NORTHEAST KAILWAY UND�RPASS: The City Manager said that nothing has been requested for the 61st Avenue crossing yet. He said that a permit has been requested for 73rd Avenue, but that this has run into trouble. Councilman Wright said that for 2z years he has been ready to move on 61st Avenue, but for good reason the'Council has not pushed this. He thought that it was time now to proceed, as the crossing will give better accessibility to the area, and especially wrth the new Holiday store there The Council discussed the NSSSD lines at Mississippi Street and at 61st Avenue. Councilman Sheridan said that at 61st Avenue the line was west of the tract. Councilman Samuelson asked if they could get a grade separation in. The Council discussed the possibilities of an underpass or an overpass. Councilman Samuelson suggested that the City Engineer or the Consulting Engineer could take a look at the NSSSD lines and the tracks before the Council decides which way to go. Councilman Wright said that the Council could get this information, but in the meantime, they could indicate to the Railroad and the public that the Council sees the long range need for this ' MOTION by Councilman Wright to direct the Administration to indicate in a supplementary communication the interest of the Council to plan ahead for a grade separation as the ultimate, with a grade crossing of 61st Avenue and the railroad tracks now. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. 3 RE7.ONING OF PROPERTY ON WLST SIDE OF EAST RIVER ROAD AT MISSI STRII�T NORTHEAST - ROBCRT SCHROER: One of the Councilmen asked about the opinion that the Planning Commission had asked the City Attorney for, relative to their authority to recommend to the Council a different solution, than that requested by a petitioner. The City Manager explained that the Planning Commission wanted to know if they would have to deny a rezoning if the petitioner wanted to go to a more restricted rezoning and then hold another public hearing on the more restrictive zoning. The City Manager said that people are inclined to like the Planned Development District rather than the C-2-S. Councilman Wright said that he had talked to Mr. Schroer, and he is not reluctant to use the PD District. MOTION by Councilman k�right to receive and file the Planning Commission Nlinutes of October 13, 1966 Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. PARKS AND AECREATION COMMISSION MEETING MINIITES - SEPTEMBER 26, 1966: MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive and file the Minutes of the Parks and Recreation Commission. The motion was seconded. Councilman Wright said that the Park Committee and representatives of the third ward, third precinct were getting eager and impatient for new park land in the third precinct, and the Park Commission was giving high priority to this pro�ect, He was sure they wi11 recommend the acquisition of new land. The vote upon the motion: IIpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. NSSSD LAN➢ BRIDGE: Councilman Samuelson said he had been receiving some complaints about pedestnans and cars using this land hridge. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan that the Administration ask NSSSD to put barricades up on the culvert on Rice Creek P1aza. Seconded '6y Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no hays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. L__� ' � r �_ �� l0/17/66 WATER AND SEWER ON BACON DRIVE: Mr. Fowler was present at the Council Meeting and said that he had talked to Councilman Samuelson this week, and he did not feel ready to commrt himself unless the City commits �tself to some of the cost. Councilman Wright asked if it was correct that the City would gain from looping, as it would be a potential future service to properties that will ultimately hook up. Councilman Samuelson said yes The City Manager said that the $11.47 figure was based on including the rear of the 75 foot Flannery property which may be split, in which case, there would have to be a public � heaxing. He said the Council must decide whether they want a hearing and the third part would certainly ob�ect, or �ust go far enough for the two parties until a later date. Councilman Wright asked if the assessment could be delayed until the lot was split. The City Manager said he would suggest holding a hearing, but that this would delay the pro�ect. Councilman Samuelson asked about the contents of Mr. Fowler's letter. Mr. Fowler said that the letter said they were willing to pay the $18.00, but that they hope the Crty will accept some of the cost. Councilman Wright asked if the line could be started and a subsequent decision made two weeks from now, whether to go ahead with it or not. The City Engineer said Chat the City could go up to the property aow, and when it was split hold a hearing, assess it, and then loop it Mr. Fowler asked if this meant the City would open the road for 135 feet, and at a later time open the road again for another 200 and some feet? Councilman Wright said that this was not good, but that it looks like it wi11 have to be done. He explained that it is illegal for the City to pick up costs which should be assessed. The City Attorney said that this was not illegal, but against Council policy. CouncLlman Samuelson said he felt they should put in what can be assessed The City Engineer said that this could 6e added to Pro�ect j�79. MOTION by Councilman Wright to extend sewer and water services on Bacon Drive, where petitioned, an additional 130 feet at this time, and not to � continue the service '6eyond. This is sub�ect to waiver of hearing by the two parties, with the additional provision that the future party that may be affected by the looping be notified. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. + CHARTER COMMISSION: Councilman Sheridan said that the Charter Commission had met earlier this evening, and he read the suggested changes they had made by suggested Charter amendments. Councilman Samuelson said that the original charter had been drawn in 1�357, and had already been amended, and now three or four more amendments are proposed for addiag. He wondexed if it would n.ot be wiser to go through the whole Charter, revamp it wlth today's population in mind, and bring it up to date. Councilman Wright said that, although an overhaul is necessary from time to time, the Charter Commission can make continual changes. He said that it is expensive and time consuming to create a new Charter, and he felt the Charter Commission could be encouraged Co be continually alert to changes. He asked if there was any evidence that a total overhaul was needed, or was it �ust that two or three changes had come up at once� He said tht a couple of these amendments are �ust routine Mayor Kirkham said that he felt that when you revise something as �mportant as the Constitution, it should be given more study than the Council has done now. He said that in January, he had asked for the first amendment listed, and now ten months later the Commission meets at the last minute. He said � he did not feel the Council had had enough time to consider this. He said that this should be discussed with the Council and other interested parties so they will ❑ot be making changes on changes. Mayor Izirkham said that in the amendment that he had suggested, he had intended it to cover any office and not �ust local public elected office, so the people of Fridley will have time to elect their own candxdate for a vacancy rather than by appointment. Councilman Harris asked what the procedure was for bringing amendments to the Charter Commission. Councilman Sheridan said that the procedure in the past was either from the Council to the Charter CommLSSion or from the City Manager to the Charter Commission, at which time the Charter Commission would meet, act and make recommendations. Councilman Harris said that he � �� 10/17/66 felt that Section 4 03 had room for evaluation and change. The City Manager said that the National Municipal League has a guideline fox charters which may have come advantage for Council action. Councilman Samuelson said he thought the Commission should spend a year evaluating the present Charter and have it ready for next year. The Council went over the amendments and decided that they could wait another year before they had to be changed. MOTION by Councilman Harris to table these suggested considerations of possible Charter changes and ask each Councilman to indicate any changes or suggestions for the next meeting of the Charter Commission. Council- man Samuelson suggested that the League charter guideline be reviewed. Councilman Sheridan said that he did not know if the Council has the right to deny the request of the Commission to put something on the public ballot, The City Attorney was asked for an opinion on this. The City Attorney checked with the State Statutes. The City Attorney said that the Charter Commission submits the Charter and the Council is required to submit it to the voters. He said that the Charter Commission may also submit changes to the Charter, and it was his feeling that the Commission has the last word as to amendmeats to be on the ballot. Mayor Kirkham asked about the opportunity for discussion first. The City Attorney said that the Charter Commission is to submit the changes within six months to a general election. If the Council did not wish to submit them now, they would have six months to have the amendments proposed. Councilman Samuelson asked if they could go on next year's election. The City Attorney said no. Councilman Wright asked Councilman Sheridan if it was true these were received tonight in oral form. Councilman Sheridan said no, that the communicatioa was in written form. Councilman Wright asked about not acting on the amendments until they are received in formal form. Council- man Sheridan said that if the Council did not receive them aad act on them, they will not fall within the publication requirements. The Council discussed having the amendments come to a special election which would give more time for review of any changes and would give more likelihood of passage, but would be expensive. Councilman Harris suggested that the suggested amendments go back to the Commission and they could resubmit them on June 1„ as the Council is acting on riothing in front of them, and this would give time for all other changes deemed necessary and then they would not have to have a special election. The City Manager said that the Charter Commission was made to accommodate the Council and they had no� initiated the amendments. Councilman Harris said that this was the reason he had asked the procedure. If he had known they would have to act, he would have had suggested amendments ready also. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson that, as the amendments were not received in formal form the Council take no action, and that the amendments be referred back to the Charter Commission hecause of the Council's discussion this evening and be brought back by the 1st of June for the 1967 election. Seconded by Councilman Harris. The City Attorney agreed with this action as the amendments were not in a final form ready for publication, and the Council cannot act on them at this time. Councilman Wright said he would Like to have Councilman Sheridan's reassurance that the Council is not stepping on the Charter Commission's toes, and asked if Councilman Sheridan had the consensus that they were willYng to work with the Council or were they in a hurry? Councilman Sheridan said that the Commission was not in a hurry on these amendments Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. CONSIDERATION OF ACCOUNTING EIRM FOR 1966 AiTDIT: The City Manager said that he had received six letters from the eight firms he had sent communications to, and he feels that a11 eight firms will be interested in doing the audit. He asked the Council if they would like him to set up interviews wrth these firms. Councilman Harris asked what the City has been charged for this service in the past. He was told that an approximate cost was $6,500. , � � �� 10/ 17/66� � � MOTION by Councilman Harris to set up an evening to discuss this with any of the contacted firms that are interested. Councilman Sheridan said that he agreed the Council should talk with the different firms. Mayor Kirkham suggested that the Council draft some questions so that each firm is asked the same questions. Councilman Harris suggested that the Administration shouLd formulate the questions as they work closer with the auditing firms. Councilman Samuelson suggested the date of November 14, 1966, which is a Public Hearing night. Mayor Kirkham suggested that each firm be given 15 minutes each. Couacilman Harris suggested that the hearing be set for 7:30 � and these interviews set for S:DO. Councilman Wright asked if there was much difference in the quality of work done The City �Ianager said that an interview would serve the purpose of letting the firms meet the Council, and the Council could get an idea of the caliber of people doing the work. MOTION by Councilman Harris that the Administration set up interviews with the accounting firms interested in doing the City's audit for the evening of November 14, 1966. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried, CONSIDERATIDN OF WATER AND SEWER P�RMIT FEES: Councilman FIarris said that he had asked that this be put on the agenda. He said that he had had a discussion with Councilman Sheridan after the last Council Meeting considering trying to add to revenue to oifset the cost of future NSSSD charges, by increasing the sewer and water perm�t fees. He said that most of the surrounding localities have done this. Councilman Wright said that new construction wi11 pay direct connection charges to the District, so this wi11 be done directly, and the onLy cases he would see that this would affect would be new connections where we have traded off capacity so that it is not available. Councilman Harris said that he was suggesting to charge by district, whether the district was connected to NSSSD or not. Councilman Harris said that this would apply no matter where they are in the district because we are supplying capacity wherever they are. We are creating a capacity within our own system whetLier there are � NSSSD lines or not. The Council discussed extending a credit of $300 an acre or $100 per resident at the time of connection regardless of where in the City it is. Councilman Samuelson asked the City Pinance Director if he will put this under a separate fund. The Finance Director said thdt the Building Permits go to the General Fund, but this could be put in the Utility Fund. Councilman Harris said he felt this should go into a sewer fund. The Finance Director explained that this was all one fund. Council- man Harris said that this should go into a sewer fund. The Finance Director explained that this was all one fund. Councilman Harris said that this wi11 give us some cash within the sewer fund to pay for any connections within the district, or any areas the City may wish to hook up. The City Finance Director said that he could think of a few problems when the plumbers take out the sewer and water permits, and he suggested that this be put in writing and brought Uack to the Council for more discussion MOTION by Councilman Wright that the Administration come back with the sense of this in the form of a ResolutYOn modified by any problems that they may foresee. He said that they may, for example, want to incorporate this with another resolution preparing the rate, for two separate rates rather than one utility fund, which in that case, this would go into. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. FIRE DEPARTMENT APPOINTMENTS: � Chief Hughes of the Fire Department was present at the meeting, and explained that the officers of the Department had interviewed applicants and they are recommending that the following three men be added to the Department providing that they pass the physical: 1. Dale Bakke 6379 Highway ��65, Apt. 1 2. Thomas Weinhandl 195 Satellite Lane, Apt. 2 3. Alfred Bunes 5920 - 3rd Street Northeast Chief Hughes said that if the Council had any questions on the procedure in checking out the men, he would be happy to answer them. Councilman Samuelson � � C3 10/17/66 asked if the Department required more men thae the additional three they are adding at this time. Chief Hughes said that they may need more men if they were to go to "sleepers", but at present these were sufficient Councilman Wright asked how many men they had interviewed. Chief Hughes said that ten or twelve men had originally been on the list, some had moved away or were busy with other committments at this time, and these were the three the Department had chosen. MOTION by Councilman Harris to concur with the Officers of the Fire Department to add the three suggested applicants to the Fire Department provided they pass the physical. The motion was seconded, and upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor IZirkham declared the motion carried Chief Hughes told the Council that the Fire Department has sent out thirteen sets of plans for the new pumper. He also called their attention to the Firemen's dance to be held this Friday evening at the Bel-Rae Ball- room. He said that the money from this dance is for a fund separate from the pension fund, which helps pay for hot lunches after fires in winter, flowers and prizes for the poster contest CASEMLNT ACQUISITION - SHIELDS: The City Manager explained that the City has received an appraisal of approximately $437. He said that condemnation proceedings wi11 cost more than that, perhaps $500 and then $500 for court fees. He said that Mr ShieLds had been offered $1,000 for the easement which he has not accepted He said that if the Council wanted to go ahead with the con- demnation, they could use the appraisal figure. Councilman Wright said that he had asked the City Attorney if it would cost as much as $500 court fees, and the City Attorney said it would probably be less, so that the cost to the City would be under $1,OOD. The Council agreed to pursue condemnation proceedings. MOTION by Councilman Wright to authorize condemnation proceedings, and to authorize the termination of such proceedings if at any time Mr. Shields offers to settLe for $1,000 prior to any encumbrance. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. RESOLUTION �k153 - 1966 SETTING THE CITY ELECTION: MOTION by Councilman Harris, to adopt Resolution ��153-1966 setting the date of November 8, 1966 as the date of the City election. Secoaded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. RESOLUTION dk154-1966 - RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AN➢ FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATES OP COSTS THEREOF: STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ST. 1966-1 - SCHEDULE A, ADD�NDUP1 �kl: The City Manager said that this Resolution has had a long history of dis- couragement, and at this time Councilman Sheridan and Councilman Samuelson have asked that rt be on the agenda Councilman Samuelson said that this has been under consideration for a long time and some hard feelings have been effected. He said that it can be worked out as a change order and can be done this year. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt ResoLution 4�154-1966. Councilman Harris asked why this was turned down last time. The City Manager explained that this includes the road in front of the Sunline property and Mr. Minder's property. Several hearings have been held on this, once all the way down to Channel Road, another time it was to be assessed on the west side but not on the east side. The people were told to get together and come back with a proposal. So far there has been no proposal and the City is now working on the service drive. Councilman Harris asked who wi11 be assessed. The City Engineer said that a11 people on the west side of Channel Road including Minder and the Sunline Motel. He said the public hearing held in May included the west side of the road. The Council studied the map and discussed the way this pro�ect should be assessed. Councilman Harris said that it should be a matter of record that the street was to be assessed to the abutting property owners only from Highway ,�f65 to Channel Road. , � ' � � �57 lo�i��66 The motion to adopt Resolution ��154-1966 was seconded by Councilman Harris Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham decl�.red the motion carried - OP.DER7SIG IMPAOVEMENT, APPROVAL OF PLANS AI�ID ADDING OF STREETS ONTO THE EXISTING STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ST. 1966- The Citq Manager pointed out that this resolution added Fairmont Avenue to the Change Order. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt Resolution i�155-1966 Seconded by Councilman Harris Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor I�irkham declared the motion carried CLAIMS: MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve the payment of General and Public Utilities Claims �k9961 through r'F10059 and Liquor Claims ��437 through �p488. Seconded by Councilman Wright, Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ESTIMATES• Councilman Samuelson asked if the agreement with Bachman-Anderson included bidding specifications, and wondered if they should be paid now or after the review with the Insurance Company. The City Manager said that they indicated that this would include the specifications, and said that with contractors 10% is normally withheld. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to approve for payment the following estimates wrth the exception of Bachman-Anderson, of which 90% of the estimate is to be paid: Bachman-Anderson, Inc. 624 Pioneer Building St. Pau1, Minnesota 55101 Insurance Analysis S. C. Smiley & Associates Suite 12 - 1750 Hennepin Avenue Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402 (Tabled October 3, 1966) Professional Services Rendered: Fridley Civic Center - Original Site Sandstrom & Hafner 749 Forest Dale Road St. Paul, Minnesota 55112 Estimate �E2 (Partial for work cdmpleted this date for the construction of Water, Sanitary Sewer and Storm Sewer Improvement Project No. 79, according to contract (Commerce Park, Swanstrom Court, etc ) Comstock & Davis, Inc. Consulting Engineers For; Resident Inspection 1446 County Aoad "J" & Supervision � MinneapoLia, Minnesota 55432 Estimate �k3 - Sanitary Sewer, Water & Storm Sewer Improvement Pro�ect No. 79 from September 5, 1966 through September 30, 1966 (Commerce Park, Swanstrom Court, etc.) Estimate �F8 - Water Improvement Pro�ect No. 75C, Schedule 1 from September 5, 1966 through September 30, 1966 (Three Million Ga11on Reservoir) $ � 797 50 699.i5 $ 26,677.08 $ 1,488 00 $ 335.00 �58 1D/17/66 Estimate �k8 - Water Improvement Pro�ect No. 75C, Schedule 2 from September 5, 1966 through September 30, 1966 (High Service Pumps and Three Additional Filters - Commons Park) Estimate ��19 - Water Improvement Pro�ect No 75A from September 5, 1966 through Septembe� 30, 1966 (Three Additional Drift Wells) Estimate 4k4 - Street Improvement Pro�ect No. 1966- 5 from September 5, 1966 through September 30, 1966 (Innsbruck Sth Addition) �stimate 7kl - Rice Creek Lift Station repairs from August 22, 1966 through September 30, 1966 �stimate �kl - Street Improvement Pro�ect No. 1966- 6 from September 19, 1966 through September 24, 1966 (Staking for Commerce Park) Dunkley Surfacing Company 3756 Grand Street Northeast Minneapolis, Minnesota 55418 �stimate ��5 - Street Improvement Pro�ect No. 1966-1, Schedule A( Oak Grove Addition, Riverview Heights, etc.) C. S. McCrossan, Inc. Route �f2, Box 322 Osseo, Minnesota Estimate ��l - Street Improvement Pro�ect No. 1966-6, Schedule A (Commerce Park) $ 60C.00 $ 10.00 $ 108.00 , $ 527.D0 $ 525.00 $ 39,870.41 5 30,019.95 The motion was seconded. Councilman Wright asked about the Sandstrom & Hafner estimate for Pro�ect No. 79, and asked what percentage of the pro�ect wi11 be paid after this estimate is approved. The Consulting Engineer said that 74% wi11 be paid Councilman Samuelson wondered if the stripe on Mississippi Street will be painted before winter The City Manager said that he would talk to the Cot+n�y Engineer. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor ICirkham declared the motion carried. LIC�NS�S: MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve the following licenses• GAS S�RVICES Quality Heating Company 3035 Lyndale Avenue South Minneapolis, Minnesota G�N�RAL CONTRACTOA Tri-Co Builders, Inc. 7561 Van Buren St, N. �. Pridley, Minnesota 55432 MASONRY Bert T. HansonConcrete Const 4627 .Tohnson St. N. E. Minneapolis, Minnesota PLASTERING Mickelson Plaster & Stucco 1500 - 16A Street New Brighton, Minnesota by: John E. Reuer by: Myron P, Holum Co. by: Bert T. Aanson by: Glen R. Mickelson NEW NEW RENEWAL NEW � � � � � SIGN HANGERS Kaufman Outdoor Advertising Co. 315 North Washington Avenue MinneapalLS L, Minnesota by; Gerald C. Kaufman k[ULTIPLE DWELLING LICENSES: Dee Bee Contracting Co 333 Rice Creek Terrace Fridley, Minnesota 55432 Steve Hawrysh 2b6 Mercury Drive N. E. Fridley, Minnesota 55421 Steve Hawrysh 266 Mercury Drive N E. Fridley, Minnesota 55421 Steve Hawrysh 266 Mercury Drive N. E. Fridley, Minnesota 55421 PUBLIC DAINKING PLACE Canterbury Inne 6479-81 IInnversity Ave N E, Fridley, Minnesota 5980 - 2z Street N. E 155 & 175 Satellite Lane 110 - 61st Avenue N. E 195 Satellite Lane N. E by; Robert Christenson UNITS 4 32 7 2D �� 10/17/66 RENEWAL FEE $10.00 S32 00 $10 00 $20.00 The motion to approve the licenses was seconded by Councilman Samuelson. IIpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. PETITION ��34-1966; Councilman Wright noted that Che petition was short of the necessary per- centage, and asked if the person who circulated the petition had been notified that he was short. Councilman Sheridan pointed out that this street needs a storm sewer. Councilman Harris said that it was too late to get this done this year MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive and file Petition r'�34-1966 as it does not have the necessary 50%, and to suggest that the petitioner circulate a petition for storm sewer, Seconded by Councilrnan Wright. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried COMMUNICATIONS• (A) CHAPIBER OF COMMERCE; CITY HALL MDTION by CounciLman Harris to receive and file the communication from the Fridley Chamber of Commerce. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. IIpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried (B) MINISTERIAL ASSOCIATION: SUNDAY CLOSING MOTION by Councilman Wright to receive and file the Fridley Ministerial Association communication. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried (C) LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF FRIDLEY: 701 PROGAAM MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive and file the communication from the League of Women Voters. 5econded by Councilman Sheridan. Councilman Wright said that he felt this letter calls for some degree of commitnsent4 He said that the Council is on record as being in favor of the 701 Program, and they have been told that HUD may not have funds available for several years, at which time it wi11 be on a first come, iirst serve basis for those that qualify, and he sees no reason not to get on the list Council- � 6 � 10��66 man Sheridan said that Mr. Hodne has made the application. Councilman Wright said that the next step was the Council's. The City Manager said that Hodne Associates has to get approval of the requirements from the Planning Commission and the Council. Councilman Harris said that the Council shouLd consider whether they should do it on their own because of the lack of funds, in which case, they w�u1d not have as large a program. Councilman Wright suggested that they proceed with the program as this will not commit the Cou�±c=1 to carry it out until funds are available, at which time it could be cut down. Councilman Harris said he felt this item should be back on the agenda, as he remembers there was something the Council had discussed deleting from the program which amounted to about $3,500 from the total of $46,000. MOTION by Councilman Wright to amend the motion to receive and file, to direct the Administration to bring before the Council, a Resolution approving the 701 PLanning Program with deductions discussed listed as alternates to start the progxam moving. Seconded '6y Councilman Harris ilpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion to amend carried. VOTE upon the motion to receive and file; Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. (D) S�XTER: ASSESSMENTS Mr. ➢onald Sexter was present at the Council Meeting and explained his problem to the Council. He explained that originally he had wanted a cul-de-sac at the end, but about the time he was finishing the final plat, the City changed their plans and said that the raad had to go through to Lynde Drive. He said that originally his contractors had estimated his cost at $5,000 on asphalt mat, curb and gutter on Polk Street, Hackmann Avenue to Lynde Drive He said he petitLOned the Crty for the 275 feet he has from Hackmann to two old houses on the end of Lynde Drive. In September he was told his cost would be $6,994.50. He said the reason that the cost was being increased to nearly $7,OD0 on his short street was because there had been a$2,200 condemnation for a piece of property that was obtained from the apartments, since the City only owned '� of the street. He said the cost was $8,600 for the entire street from Hackmann Avenue to Lynde Drive, and when you take away the $2,200 for the condemnation, the cost is $6,400 and he is being assessed $6,900. He said it looks to him as if he is paying for all the curb, gutter and asphalt mat on the other side of the street which he did not want, He said he thought he was paying $500 for the apartment people for a piece of that 1and. Mr. Sexter said his attorney has filed an appeal in District Court to hold this up temporarily, and he would like the Council's comments. The City Mana�er said that before the Council decides, he thought they should have a recap of the entire situation. Councilman Sheridan said that at the 7anuary 1965 public hearing, Mr. Sexter's estimated assessment was $6,200, and there appears to be approximately an $800 spread between that and the present assessment of nearly $7,000. Mr. Sexter said that he wauld have stopped at the end of his own property line and if he had, he would not have had this problem. He said that he has 2/3 of the street and is paying approximately 4/5 of the cost. He said that he was told that the street had to go through for City purposes such as for the Fire Department, and it was not put through for his convenience. MOTION by Co�.�.7cilman Sheridan, to direct the Administration to put together the figures on this assessment, and when they are available he will get together with Mr. Sexter and review them, and bring the details back to the Cou�.cil. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson.- Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. QUIT CLAIM DEED: MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to accept the Quit C1aim Deed, sub�ect to legal review, for the service road in front of the Fridley Lumber Company. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ' ' ' 10/17/66 VISITORS• 1�� Mr. Bauer, owner of the factory building ar 6881 Central Avenue Northeast, was present at the Council Meeting and asked the Council for more time in the demolition of his building. He said that the main Uuilding was 80% cleaned up, but that the garage sti11 stands. He explained that he had trouble getting a settlement from the insurance company which had held him up in the demolition He said he works long hours, has had a➢octor tell him he should do no lifting, and has had trouble hiring anyone to help him � Mayor Kirkham said that, in his opinion, this was a dangerous, attrartive nuisance, and Che City cannot afford to extend the time any further He said that the City has tried to give him as much time as possible, but any more time was just inviting danger. Councilman Samuelson asked him if there was anything in the building worth salvaging. He said there was a furnace, truck, some steel, and an oil tank which he has trouble keeping the kids away from. Mapor Kirkham sa�d that the Council zaas worried about this also. Councilman Wright asked him what his plans for the site were. Mr. Bauer said that thexe were no definite plans at gxesent, MOTION by Couacilman Samuelson to direct the Administration to bring in the equipment necessary to alleoiate the situation and clean up the site. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Mr. Bauer was asked, and said that he did understand the motion The City Manager said thaC it would take two or three days to get the quotes out, which would give Mr. Bauer some time L'o get the fur�ace out. Councilman Harris suggested that Mr. Bauer could make a list of what he wanted salvaged, and Che City could quote on what it would cost to salvage it and deliver it to Mr. Bauer, and what iC would cost to raze the building without the salvaging, and let Mr. Bauer decide. MOTION by Councilman Harris to amend the motion that Mr. Eauer is to present a list of what he would like saved Co the Administration by Wednecday noon. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, � Mayor Kirkham declared the amendmenC carried. VOTE on the original motion: Upon a vo�ce vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. Mr. Car1 Paulson mentioned two dangerous buildings in the City he thought should be checked. One of them was a garage which he said was open and should be dismantled at approximately 5913 - 3rd Street and another dilapzdated house to the south, Councilman idright said that this would be an item that would be routinely handled if he would notify his Ward Councilman. Councilman Harris said that he had looked at this recently. He said that within the last week he had gone over the whole area and was aware of it, FOUR-WAY STOP SIGN AT 615T AVENiTE AND TTH STREET: Councilman Wright said that he noted with concern the first pedestrian death in over four or five years He noted that it was on an intersection that the Council has discussed a number of times. He said there have been a number of proposals for this corner, such as signals or four-way stops. He said that thas question must constantly be reviewed until a better answer is assured, as the present one is not satisfactory. Mayo�' Rirkham pointed out th�t the accident was not at the intersection, but further up 61st Avenue. He said that according to the police report the accident � happened by the filtration plant, but he agreed the intersection is a bad one, and he would suggest a foux-way stop ox something better than we have Councilman Wright said he knew only that an eye witness had told him that the intersection was a contributing cause. The City Manager said that it happened by the water tower, that the boy was walking with traffxc, it was raining and very dark Councxlman Wright said that the man who had claimed to be a witness, must not have been. Gouncilman Samuelson said he would like to have the Mayor direct a letter to the parents of the boy stating that the Council was in sympathy with them and their family, and that we hope to prevent any further occurrences of this kind from happening in Fridley. Mayor Kirkham said that he had � � � 10/1�/66 already composed such a letter, and he also has a piece to go into the papers, and he read the statement that he had prepared remiading people to follow traffic safety rules. He said he had checked these rules out with Chief McCarthy to make sure he had covered them all. Mayor Kirkham said that this accident shows up the need for further traffic control on our City streets, and he would like to strongly suggest that we have a four-way stop on 61st Avenue and 7th Street. MOTION by Councilman Wright that four-way stop signs be erected at 61st and 7th Street. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. IIpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. Councilman Samuelson said that he knows that the City of Minneapolis tags �aywalkers, and he was wondering if the police could issue some �aywalking tags which would carry a 50� or dollar fine so that at least people would have to co,ne to City Ha11 to pay them which may make them more aware of traffic safety. He said he did not know if this would be a burden on the Police Department or not, but it may be a good idea to have them consider it. Mayor Kirkham said he thought this was a good idea, but that the Council should check with the police first. Councilman Wright suggested they check with the Police Department and the Courts. The City Manager said that he would like to comment that he did not think that the four-way stop was a good idea, but they would put it on the Council's orders TELEGRAM TO TORNADO VICTIMS: Mayor Kirkham read to the Council the telegram that he sent to the Mayor of Belmond, Iowa, offering them sympathy and encouragement from the Citizens of Fridley, and asking them to advise us if we would be of any assistance. INTERSECTION OF 57TH AND UNIVERSITY: Councilman Harris asked what the Council could do to expedite the State to put in signals at 57th Avenue. He said that the Holiday lot is full, and traffic is backed up on Saturday. He said he had talked to Chief McCarthy about it, and they do not see how we can have any more of a problem at a later date. MOTION by Councilman Harris to direct the Administration to contact the IIighway Department and explain the problem. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ADJOURNMENT • There being no further business, Mayor Kirkham declared the regular Council Meeting of October 17, 1966 ad�ourned at 12:30 P.M. Respectfully submitted, -�: �� / f � 7 �—'i �,�— � �/l�%� i ,.�/ C ��iC'f-�-'-� '� Mary Lu Strom Acting Secretary to the Council ��4L'�� 2�� °/�O1.1�� JACK 0. KIRKHAM - MAYOR � 1 �