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THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL PUBLIC fiEARING T�ETING — P+L�.Y 13, i95�
The Special Public Hearing Meeting of May 13, 1968 was called to order by
Mayor Kirkham at 8:12 P.M.
OPENING CEREMONY:
Mayor Kirkham asked everyone to stand and ,7otn in saying the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
ROLL CALL:
MEMBERS PRESENT
MEMBERS ABSENT:
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Kirkham, Harris, Liebl, Samuelson, Sheridan
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Mayor Kirkham said that Item #7 should be added: "Funding for Police
Quarters"
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt the agenda as amended. Seconded
by Councilman Liebl Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
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Mayor Kirkham read the Public Hearing Notice. The City Engineer explained
the map shown and the meaning of the rezoning request He said that the
Planning Commission recommended approval sub,7ect to a setback of 100' from
East River Road, south setback of 45' and a setback on the north side of 38'
Mr. Hirsch representing the development was present and gave a short history
of the land and their prelimenary plans and that he believed the land was
ideal for an attractive apartment complex taking advantage of the view of
the river. By making this more attractive, and incorporating the inherent
advantages of the area he felt that they could appeal to a higher class of
renters. He explained that 58% of the housing in Fridley is made up of
apartment complexes and that there is a vacancy factor of 1.5% in Fridley
In the plan presented, there would be 144 units; 96 would be 1 bedroom and
48 would be 2 bedroom. It appears the�r complex, after consulting the
Assessor, would contribute about $60,000 in taxes and this would be about
10� of responsibility for total taxes. He pointed out that if the area
was R-1, there would be about 1 mile of roads and a house about every 75'.
He said they would contract for the road into their complex and be
responsible for the maintenance.
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Mr. Tom Hirsch was introduced and said he was a member of the Minnesota ,
Apartment Association. He said it has 6een shown Fridley has a faster
rate of growth than Minneapolis and most other communities. He pointed
out that in the 1 bedroom apartments there would be no children allowed
over 18 months. He said that they would manage the apartment and were
concerned a6out add�tional safety features and recreational faciltties
if it should prove desirable in the future.
Mr. Fredrick Melby, the architect for the complex, pointed out that it
was their intention to make use of the river by separating the recreational
areas from the parking areas. The recreational area would be next to the
river and the parking area would be on the East River Road side thereby
utilizing the apartment house as a buffer. There would be a greens area
between the apartment house and East River Road. He said there was a
community center in the middle area conta�ning a suana bath, swimming
pool, etc., that they are providing more parking spaces than required by
City ord�nance, and that the pro�ect is designed so that more parking
stalls could be added if needed at a later date. He said the 1 bedroom
unit would be about 700 square feet and the 2 bedroom unit would be
about 930 square feet, and the rent would range from $140 to $180 per
month. Councilman Samuelson asked what the total land area was and �he
total valuation. Mr. Melby repl�ed about 360,000 square feet and the
cost (excluding the cost of the land) is about $1,400,OOD. Mr. Melby
replied to Councilman Samuelson's question concerning the distance of
the east-west wing on the north side, that it was about 140' from the
north property line and that the north wing is about 100' long. He said '
that about z of the people have a visual sight of the river. On the
ground floor they have patios and on the upper floors there are balconies.
Councilman Harris asked how the people on the east side will get access
to the river recreational area. Mr. Melby said there were accesses
provided for this.
Mr. W. D. Plum, 6652 East River Road, a visitor to the Meeting in opposition
to the complex, said that they had resided there since 1954 and when they
bought the land Lots 7& 9 were zoned R-1 and were owned by his brother
and sister. They had since sold to Wyman Smith. He feels that there
could 6e about 5 homes on these 2 lots and that they should stay R-1.
Mr. John Cullen, a visitor in opposition, said that they moved here 2 years
ago and that they thought i� was a beautiful spot. At that time there
were 2 lots zoned as R-1 and he thought this would provide a buffer zone
between him and the area further south.
Eldon Schmedeke, a visitor to the Council Meeting, asked if the north win9
could not be taken off and that he had looked at a similar complex in New
Hope. There they had garages and the road between the iwo zoning categories.
He also asked if there could not be filling stations pui into R-3 zoning.
Mr. Herman Kubow, 6654 East River Road, said that he was opposed to the
plan as he felt that this would bring about a devaluation of his lot and '
that this is an infringement of his rights.
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� Councilman Harris asked if the developer had been advised of the proposed
changes in the East River Road-Mississippi Street intersection. The City
Eagineer said that he was aware of these traffic conditions. Councilman
Liebl asked Mr. Robert Schroer if he would have an adequate road for
access and Mr. Schroer replied that he would with the controlled access
and that he will have about 130 parking spaces compared to the 60 spaces
he has now. Councilman Liebl asked Mr. Hirsch how much of an investment
a 1 6edroom unit is in actual construction costs and he answered about
$9,000 per unit average. Mr. Hirsch also poin�ed out that the exterior
was to be brick and rustic wood.
Councilman Samuelson asked about the possibility of swinging the north
wing 90 degrees and making it perpendicular to East River Road Mr. Hirsch
replied that that would not be doing �ustice to the land and would not be
in favor of this. Councilman Liebl asked Mr. Plum if deleting the north
wing would be a satisfactory solution to him. Mr. Plum replied that it
would help considerably.
Councilman Samuelson pointed out that we are talking about $175,000
valuation per acre compared to $75,000 per acre if it was residential.
Councilman Liebl said that the City has an obligation to do the right
thing by the property owners there now.
Following was a discussion as to the poss�ble solutions for the problem
� of the north wing, as it was generally felt that there was no opposition
to the rest of the rezoning in the south portions, only the north portion
as it affects the property owners abutting this to the north. There was
a suggestion by Mr. Melby to put in an earthen berm ahout 6' h�gh and plant
the evergreens already promised on top of th�s to create 6oth a visual and
noise buffer. Mr. Hirsch pointed out that the area where the 3 stories
would be is already lower than Mr. Plum's house.
The City Engineer pointed out that the vacation request is also a factor
and that a possible solution would be to move the road further north, to
,7ust south of Lot 7. This would provide access to the river and access
to the apartment houses. The City Engineer also pointed out that this would
be helpful in providing a looped water line. Mr. Hirsch said he would give
easements for this.
Councilman Harris asked Mr. Hirsch if he would give a 50' dedication on
the north side of Lot 7 and would he have R-2 on the inside of Lot 7.
Mr. Hirsch replied that this would mean changing the complex completely
and would cheapen the project and that he was interested in maintainin9
a high quality.
It was pointed out that exiting onto East R�ver Road there would be right
turns only and the City Engineer said that the signals at the corner by
Bob's Produce would serve for both north and west turns. The CityYas a
50' dedicated right of way along the inside of East River Road for a service
� drive and the dedication is still in existence.
MOTION by Councilman Harr�s to close the Public Hearing on the rezonin9
Request ZOA #68-06 by Hirsch Brothers. 5econded by Councilman Sheridan.
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Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the Public
Hearing closed at 9:30 P.M.
Mayor Kirkham said that this would ba brought back at the next regular
meeting of May 20, 1968 and that in the meantime, the Council could
consider this.
CONSIDERATION OF A STREET VACATION (SAH �r68-D1) HIRSCN BROS.:
Mayor Kirkham read the Public Hearing Notice and asked for comments from
the audience. It was their feeling that they would be opposed to the
vacation as they were opposed to the rezoning.
It was agreed by the Council that they must be considered together and
that they go hand in hand.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to continue the Public Hearin9 of SAV �68-01,
Hirsch Bros. to the next regular Council meeting of May 20, 1968. Seconded
by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Kirkham read the Public Hearing Notice to the audience and the C7ty
Engineer explained the area in question on the map. He pointed out that
the area to the north �s zoned R-1 and to the south R-3 and that the
Planning Commission recommended approval of the request with the stipula-
tion that we should get a 30' dedicated right of way on the west side and
that we grant no waivers on area requirements.
Mr. Momchilovich, present representing the request, said that he has
owned the property for 11 years and said that the people to the north and
to the east would favor commercial in the area, but were not opposed to
R-3A zoning.
Councilman Samuelson asked if any portion of th�s property was necessary
for a future service drive. The City Engineer pointed out that if the
City ever put loop-backs into that intersection like we are doing at
Miss�ssippi and University, right of way would be needed.
Mr. Eugene Lane, 1132 Mississippi Street, said he lives on the corner
of T.H. #65 and Mississippi and wou7d prefer an R-1 zoning to commercial.
Councilman Liebl said that the City must be concerned with an orderly growth
for the City and asked Mr. Momchilovich what kind of structure he intended
to have. Mr. Momchi7ovich repl�ed that it would be comparable to or better
than the one to the south. Councilman Sheridan pointed out that thts
will 6e a 7 unit apartment house. Mr. Momchilovich replied that the service
lane takes about 1/5 of his property and it is a possibility that it will
never go through. There is access to T.H. #65 on his property. There
followed more discussion concerning right of way, access, etc.
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SPECIAL PUBLIC HEARING MEETING, MAY 13, 1968 PAGE 5
� MOTION by Councilman Liebl to continue the Public Hearing for Rezonin9
Request ZOA #68-04 by Louis Momchilovich to the second meeting in June.
Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously
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MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive Petition �10-1968 and refer to
Administration for processing. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson Upon a
voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried
unanimously.
The City Engineer explained that the reason for this Petition �s that wells
are running dry and there is some emergency. There are 12 property owners
involved and it is his recommendation that the Public Hearing be set up for
June 10.
It was agreed after a short discussion to have the City En9ineer draw up
the resolutions needed and present them to the Council at their next
meeting for ratificat�on.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution No. 73-1968. Seconded
by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
RES�LUTION N0. 74-1968 - RECEIVING THE PRELIMINARY REPORT AND CALLING
A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE MATTER OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution No. 74-1968. Seconded
by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried unam mously
64TH AVENUE - TEMPDRARY MAT:
The City Engineer explained that this is not a Public Hearing but a meeting
to get the feeling of the people involved The reason for this is stnce
the Public Hearing held December 11, 1967, the Engineering Department has
received another petition for a temporary mat to help the bad conditions
until such time as the storm sewer is laid and there can be a permanent street.
A visitor to the Council Meeting said he lives on the corner of 64th Avenue
and Central. There is a hollow in the road and after a rain this hollow fills
up and makes a big puddle that is quite bad. The VFW has filled in so the
only drainage for this is to the swamp. The City Engineer said he wanted the
� people to understand perfectly that this is only a temporary solution and
not the best.
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A culvert can be laid under the road to alleviate the worst part of the ,
problem. Councilman Sheridan pointed out to the people that the cost of
the temporary road can in no way count toward the cost of the permanent
street as it will have to be torn up again completely. Councilman
Samuelson asked if this would compound the water drainage problem. The
City Engineer said that it would as the paving would tend to get the
water to the ditch much faster.
Another vis�tor to the Meeting said that the water stands on the side of
the road but after the City grades the road, it is nothing but mud and
that there are about 28 children in the area and they like to play in the
sand in the street Mr. Darrel Sochho, 1450 - 64th Ave. said that they
all understand that this would be a temporary solution, but that it would
greatly alleviate the problem of the sand blowing onto and ruining their
lawns. Mr. Sochho said that he felt that the additional assessment of
$351.75 for two years would 6e well worth it. Councilman Samuelson asked
about the possibility of raising the grade and the City Engineer said they
could not do this as the land abutting the street is already too develaped.
He said that the probable cost would be about $3.50 per foot and that it
would consist of Class U with a 1 inch mat. It was his feeling that if it
lasted 3 years that would be as much as could be expected. A visitor asked
how much of the road would be done. The C�ty Engineer replied that there
is a 60' right of way but they would only be doing 30' to keep the cost down.
Mayor Kirkham told the people that the storm sewer installation would be '
very expensive and the City is hoping to get some Federal funds to aid in
this. Councilman Sheridan pointed out that it is an area bounded roughly
by I. #694 to Rice Creek, T.H. #65 to New Brighton. Councilman Samuelson
said it would be about a$1,000,000 pro,7ect, and it was doubted that it would
be done before 3 years.
The C7ty Engineer asked for a show of hands. There were 10 raised repre-
senting 10 different properties. As there are 19 properties involved, this
is a majority It was pointed out that one person owns 3 lots.
The City Attorney said that it would be a legal requirement to have another
Public Hearing as the 6 months allowed �s up by 2 days.
RESOLUTION N0. 75-1968 - RECEIVING THE PRELIMINARY REPORT AND CALLING
PRO�ECT ST. 1968-1B:
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to have the Admtnistration include this
temporary street as requested into the current street project.
5econded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
MOTION 6y Councilman Sheridan to adopt Resolution No 75-1968 setting
Public Hearing date of June 1D, 1968. Seconded 6y Councilman Harris.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion '
carried unanimously.
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DISCUSSION OF MINCO COMPANY SEWER CONTRACT•
' It was d�scussed that Minco has requested a direct connection into the
NSSSD line. They would like this resolved as soon as possible as their
internal plumbing will depend on this. The City Engineer said it would
be cheaper to connect into the NSSSD line. He pointed out that there were
3 solutions possible; Alternate #1 would be to go irto the NSSSD interceptor
manhole. Alternate #2 would be to run the line �nto the manhole in front
and then going north to the City lateral and Alternate #3 would be to run
pipes along the north side of the building and then going north along the
railroad tracks to the City's lateral; Alternate #1 being the cheapest
The final decision would also depend on the fact that they are possibly
going to put in another building south of the present build�ng.
The City Attorney said that this has 6een an issue in a law suit. He said
they should consider how many of these individual hook-ups the City would
want to make. It is his understanding that there are 4 or 5 stubs. There
is also the problem of inetering. If the metering was done at each place,
this could be expensive. He advised the Council to adopt a policy to go
6y after the Court makes it's decision. Ne said the Court would allow us
to hook directly into the line or to hook into the lateral at key points.
Councilman Harris said he thought it would be foolish to meter at every
point. He also said that Mr. Schuur does not want the manhole.
Following further discussion concerning how this would affect abutting
� property that would be developed at a later date, it was decided to adopt
a resolution spelling out the details and to make it a temporary connection
at this time and Zf and when the Sear's property develops, �t could possibly
then be made a permanent connection. The Council requested the Administra-
tion to do this and bring it back for ratification.
N0. 76-1968 - A RESOLUTION RELATIUE TO THE CITY OF FRIDLEY
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MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt Resolution #76-1968 requestrng
a temporary connection to NSSSD interceptor near 73rd Avenue for a
line going east to serve Minco, and if and when the Sear's property
develops, possibly be made permanent. Seconded by Councilman Harris.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive the letter from NSSSD.
Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a vo�ce vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
POLICE QUARTERS REMODELING AWARD DISCUSSION:
Gerald Sullivan stood and said he was here representing his client, Karl
Dedolph. He said his client understood he was the low bidder and expected
to be awarded the bid. The only apparent reason was in the phrase "lowest
� responsible bidder". The only possible basis he thought could be the Keys
Well Drilling ,7ob.
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On that ,7ob there were unexpected detays which consequently cost more money,
however, the Council only had dealings with Keys Well Drilling, not with
Dedolph Construction Co. Since then Dedolph Construction Company has,
received invitations to bid and has bid 3 times. He said his client can
meet all requirements as to bond, insurance, etc. If the base bid is
considered, Zuehlke is second lowest bidder, but if Alternates are
considered, then he is fifth lowest bidder. There is also the time element
involved. Zuehlke Construction Company had the longest time req,uired to
complete the ,706. He said he asks the Council to award the contract to
his client, Karl Dedolph, and avoid litigation. He had previously served
Councilman Harris with an Order to 5how Cause and a Restrainin9 Order.
MOTION by Counci7man Harris to turn this over to the City Attorney for
processing. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all
voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Sullivan then presented the rest of the Council Members, City Attorney,
City Manager and City Engineer with an Order to Show Cause and a
Restraining Order
RECESS: 10:45 TO 11:00 P.M.
PERMIT (GERALD GLENN CORPORATION, TONY GNERRE) 1181
BLOCK 5, PARKVIEW OAKS AD�ITION:
Mr. Gnerre said he was attempting to secure a buildin9 permit for a home
at 1181 Lynde Drive which does not meet rear yard requirements. He said he
had a petition from two abutting property owners stating that they were not
opposed to the set back waiver he is pursuing. He is applying for a waiver
on back yard requirements from the Board of Appeals on May 27, 1968 and is
willing to bear full responsibility if they deny the request. He is now
asking the Council to grant him a building permit with the knowledge that
if denied by the Board of Appeals, the 6urden of responsibility will fall
on him. He said that the back yard is about 20' from the property line
and the requirements are for 25'. He said he received no red tag, that he
was just ordered to stop work as he did not have a building permit.
PETITION #11-1968 - NO OPPOSITION TO SET BACK WAIVER AT 1181 LYNDE DRI
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to receive Mr. Gnerre's petition from the
abutting property owners. 5econded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to grant Mr. Gnerre a foundation permit for
this site at 1181 Lynde Drive sub�ect to the fact that Mr. Gnerre will be
responsible if the Board of Appeals denies his request and the City will not
be liable. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
HOUSE AT 5721 REGIS DRIVE:
Mr. Gnerre was previously issued a permit for a house at this address and
the plans did not show a walk-out basement, but he went ahead and installed
a walk-out basement without getting approval,
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The City Manager said that the City Engineer, Darrel Clark, and he went
� out to the site for an inspection and all felt that it was not a good
drainage set-up. He was given two suggestions. One was to raise the
walk-out door or to install a storm sewer to the back of the property.
The City Engineer pointed out that Mr. Gnerre is not licensed in the City.
The Council would have to approve his license before granting approval of
the building permit. The City Engineer further explained that it �s
against the City Code to alter buildings from the plan, once it is
submitted. This was submitted showing a window and not a walk-out basement.
The Building Inspection Department has orders not to issue any building
permits for walk-out basements without an OK from the City Engineer, the
reason being that in the Spring, without an adequate slope, the snow and
ice builds up and the water will drain back into the house rather than away
from the house.
Mr Gnerre said the water so far this spring has flowed the way it is
supposed to flow. Mr. Gnerre stated there is about a 19" grade. There
followed a general discussion as to the possible solutions and Mr. Gnerre
said he would give it some further thought and try to come up with some
a1ternate plan.
MOTION by Councilman Harr�s to extend Mr. Gnerre's 1icense until his
license could be approved at the next regular Council Meeting. Seconded
by Councilman She'ridan. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
� Mayor Kirkham suggested to the Council that the Members go to the site and
look at the problem before it comes 6ack to them.
DISCUSSION OF REMODELING FOR 7HE PARK DEPARTMENT IN THE LOWER LEVEL OF THE
CIVIC CENTER:
Councilman Sheridan asked if this money in escrow is not for further
development of Locke Park. Councilman Harris said that this was his
understanding unless the Bond Referendum goes through, then the money
could be released because it would not be needed. Councilman Sheridan
said that he thought that the money is held for just one use and if it is
used for something else, it would have to be replaced in the budget for
next year.
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to place this item on the next agenda.
Motion seconded. Upon a voice vote, all vot�ng aye, Mayor Kirkham declared
the motion carried unan�mously.
FUNDING OF POLICE QUARTERS:
MOTION by Councilman Harris that the Police Pension Association is to pay
the contractor for costs and the Ctty is to enter into an agreement to pay
the Police Pension Association. Seconded 6y Councilman Samuelson Upon a
voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carrted
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MINNEAPOLIS SEWER AGREEMENT:
The City Engineer passed the contract out for Council review. '
The Ciiy Attorney pointed out that this contract is a iot more detailed
and with the new way of billing the cost under the present contract would
have been $23,000 for the f�rst quarter of 1968 and under the new contract
w�ll be $8,600.
The City Engineer said that this is the contract w�th the modifications
we have worked out with the Minneapol�s City Staff.
This item is going to be brought back to the Council on May Z0, 1968 for
final approval.
STORM SEWER FOR AREA NORTH OF OSBORNE ROAD AND WEST OF UNIVERSITY AVENUE:
It was sug9ested that they look at the preliminary plans now and eliminate
the meeting scheduled for May 27, 1968.
Mr. Comstock said basically the problem is to choose which plan they wish
to proceed with in negotiations with Spring Lake Park and the Minnesota
Highway Department. The three proposals range in price from $80,000 to
$380,000. He explained the problems briefly with each proposal and
suggested this was possi6ly something the Planning Commission should work on.
He said that about 57q of the flow on the lower end of the system and 80%
of the upper end would be from areas outside of Fridley.
Councilman Liebl asked Mr. Comstock which one he recommends and he replied '
that the assessments would be very high under the most costly proposal,
however, this would be the best plan and mi9ht be the most economical in
the lon9 run. It was agreed to start the negotiations at the highest
figure, which would be Plan No. 1.
It was pointed out that this Resolution has already been adopted,
(Resolution No. 62-1968) and the Council ,7ust needs to set the Public
Hearing Date.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to set the Public Hearing Date as ,lune 10,
1968 for Storm Sewer Pro,7ect #88 Addendum #3. Seconded by Councilman
Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried unanimously.
73RD AVENUE RIGHT OF WAY ACQUISITION BETWEEN T.H. #65 AN� CENTRAL AVENUE:
The City Engineer said that he had sent out letters to the property owners
in the area but got no response.
Councilman Harris suggested we acquire the land by condemnation and request
that the County include this in their 1969 project.
It was pointed out that the Public Hearing on this item will be held in ,
July. The City Engineer said he will bring the Resolution to the Council
setting up the legal requirements.
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51ST AVENUE PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE:
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This was discussed very briefly It was pointed out by Mayor Kirkham
that negotiations with Columbia Heights and School District #13 are going
very slowly and that the Columbia Heights Council is going to discuss
participation in pedestrtan brid9e costs at their next meeting. Also,
that the school had some question as to the legality of the�r participa-
tion in costs outside school property. Councilman Liebl pointed out that
30% of the assessed valuation for School D�strict �13 comes from the
City of Fridley. Councilman Harris expressed the view that more than 50%
responsibility for the cost would be ridiculous. This bridge is a
$20,000.00 item.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adjourn the Special Public Hearing Meeting
of May 13, 1968 at 11:45 P.M., there being no further business. Motion
seconded. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried unanimously.
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Secretary to the Council
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