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� THE MINUSES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 3, 1969
Mayor Kirkham called the Regular Council Meeting of March 3, 1969 to order
at 7•40 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Kirkham requested the audience to stand and �oin the Council in saying
the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT. Liebl, Samuelson, Sheridan, Kirkham
MEMBERS ABSENT: Harris
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE REGDLAR COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 17, 19
Councilman Liebl asked why the seconder of a motion was not shown on Page 12.
Mayor Kirkham informed him that it is not essential to show who seconds a motion.
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to adopt the Minutes of the Regular Council
� Meeting of February 17, 1969 as presented. 5econded by Councilman Liebl. Upon
a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor K�.rkham declared the motion carried.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 24, 1969•
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting
of Pebruary 24, 1969 as presented. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a
voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham 8elcared the motion carried.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
Mayor Kirkham said that tfie following items were to be deleted from this Agenda
#1. Second Reading of an Ordinance to Amend the City Code by Making a Change
in Zoning Districts from M-2 to C-2-5 (Bob Schroer - Produce Rance at
7620 University Avenue N.E.)
#3. Consideration of Second Reading of Sign Ordinance.
#4. Consideration of Huilding Permit to Construct Exterior Display Area
of Hob's Produce Ranch and Consideration of Suilding Permit to Construct
the Main Building of Bob's Produce Ranch.
He said that #{1 and #4 are to be brought back for Council consideration at the
next Meeting and #3 is to be considered at the March 17th Meeting. He also
said there are two items to add:
#17A. Letter to Corps of Engineers regarding assistance and requesting a study
of diking in the Riverview Heights area.
#29 (To follow Communications) Discussion of Test Wells.
� 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.
VISITORS:
Councilman Liebl pointed out that Mr. McLain was in the audience and asked him
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if he was present to see what was the status of the alley vacation. Mr. McLain ,
indicated he was. The City Manager told him that notices have been sent to
the apartment house owners, along with an agreement for their signature that
the off-street parking in front is to be accomplished by July l, 1969, or as
an alternative, a binding contract with a contraator that the work would be done
by August l, 1969. He said that there has been some consideration given to
putting in a frontage road in front of the apartment houses. He reported that
he still has not heard from one apartment house owner of a couple of apartment
houses, and he plans on sending out a letter to them and if there is no answer
by April l, 1969, the City would assume that he did not wish to enter into any
agreement. He suggested that Mr. McLain come into his office so he could more
fully explain on a map 7ust what has been accomplished so far.
I�lr. McLain said that he would like this alley blocked off. He said that there
had been traffic through there all winter and he feels that the Council should
take some action on this now.
Councilman Liebl told Mr. McLain that the action was started some six months
ago. The City Manager further explained that there has to be 100% participation
in the proposed off-street parking in front of the apartment houses, as the
City cannot force anyone to violate our Ordinances. In the event no agreement
can be reached with all the apartment house owners, the only other alternative
the City would have would be to put in the alley along with the improvements.
ORDINANCE #411 - AN ORDINANCE UNDER SECTION 12.07 OF THE CITY CHARTER TO VACATE �
STREETS AND ALLEYS AND TO ANIEND APPENDIX C OF THE CITY CODE: (POrtion of
Highway #65 West Service Road South of 73rd Avenue for Loopback - City of Fridley)
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt Ordinance #411 on second reading, waive
reading, and order publication. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a roll
call vote, Samuelson, Sheridan, Kirkham and Liebl voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried.
DISCUSSION REGARDING STATE BOTTLE CLUB PERMIT - CASINO ROYALE�
Councilman Liebl asked if Casino Royale was willing to comply with the require-
ments of the Health Sanitarian in the event the permit was approved. Mr.
Harvey McPhee, the Health Sanitarian said that Mr. Rostberg would comply,
but that he did not want to start any improvements until he knew if his request
would be granted.
Councilman Sheridan brought up the question of whether this was legal or not,
and that even though it appears that it is not unlawful, he felt that before
issuance of the permit, the times and clays should be spelled out explicitly, and
the license be granted with those stipulations.
Mr. Rostberg said that he had a list of times and days of the week, with all the
stipulations spelled out. He then presented it to the Council.
Councilman Samuelson said that he felt that it would not be a good policy to ,
mix the two operations. Mayor Kirkham said that he agreed, that he did not feel
that a teen age club and an adult club with beer should be mixed.
Councilman Liebl, while referring to Mr. Rostberg's communicatzon, said that it
appeared that Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursclay would be adult nights with beer
and set-ups, and Friday, Saturday and Sunday would be teen age nights. He asked
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� what assurance he could give the Council that this would be the case. Mr.
Rostberg replied that Monday they are closed, that there would be beer and set-
ups on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, and that it would be bottle beer rather
than draft beer so that it coul.d be kept under lock and key on teen nights.
Councilman Liebl said that he assumed that this request is to make his operation
more feasible financially. Mr. Rostberg said that he cannot make any money
with just the three nights being open, and this is the reason for his request
He asked if he has not run a clean club. The City Manager replied that the
Chief of Police has approve his application.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to grant a 3.2 beer license with set-ups to Mr.
Carl Rostberg, Casino Royale with the stipulations that he adheres to the recom-
mendations of the Health 5anitarian, and that the license for 3.2 ]�eer and
set-ups be for the following specified times: Sunday from 12:01 P.M. to normal
closing hours, and Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of each week to be
from 4:00 P,M. to closing hours. 5econded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a
roll call vote, Sheridan and Liebl voting aye, Kirkham and Samuelson voting
nay, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion FAILED.
Mr. Rostberg said that he felt that he ran a good clean teen club and that he
felt that the Council should have enough confidence in him to know that he would
continue to do so. He said that now he would erther discontinue his operation,
or consider going exclusively to an adult club. Mayor Kirkham said that if he
wishes to make another application the Council would Ue happy to consider it.
� REZONING HYDE PARK FOR THE PURPOSE OF BROADENING THE TAX BASE IN SCHOOL DISTRICT
#14. (On Agenda at the Request of Carl Paulson)
Mr. Carl Paulson said that the matter of rezoning the area west of University
Avenue has been up for consideration, and he knew that there were studies being
made of it, and he wondered at what point the study was. Mayor Kirkham told
him that the study is nearly completed and �ust about ready for presentation.
Mr. Paulson said that this is a mixed up area and he had a proposal he wished
to present before the Council to evolve a larger tax base. He said that school
taxes have been rising steadily, although the Crty taxes have remained fairly
steady. He said that he felt that 60th Avenue and 61st Avenue could be left
as a buffer zone, and below this, this whole area would lend itself well to
higYi rise apaxtment complexes. Ae said that a better type of high zise apartments
would bring in good tenants. This would bring a high tax return. FIe suggested
tha� with basement parking the land could be conserved. He pointed out that this
area is close to shopping areas and businesses and that it could become an urban
community. He poa.nted out that this type of building would have it's own
sprinkling system and would not increase greatly the work of the Fire Depart-
ment. He suggested that as the studies have not been completed as yet, that
this be considered.
FIRST READING OE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 74.03 OF TFIE CITY CODL^': (Bicycle
Plates and Registration Cards)
� The Assistant City Attorney said that this Ordinance was drawn up at the request
of the Chief of Police, who wished to have reflectorized license tags and
registration cards with numbers a.n numerical order.
The City Manager asked who keeps the records on this now. The Finance Director
said the Police Department handles this operation now. The City Manager sug-
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gested that the Ordinance be changed from the Manager keeping the records to the �
Police Department. The Assistant City Attorney said that this would be done
for the second reading. Councilman Lielal asked how much the license was. The
Finance Director said it was $1.00 for 4 years and 50C for a transfer. Council-
man Sheridan asked if you have to bring the bicycles down. The Assistant City
Attorney said that they do not now, but the Police Department would prefer to
have them brought down as they record the serial numbers. He said that the
Police Department would prefer to put on the tags themselves.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to approve thxs Ordinance on first reading and
waive the reading, and have the Ordinance corrected to read "Police Department"
rather than "Manager" for the second reading. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan.
Upon a roll ca11 vote, Sheridan, Kirkham, Liebl, Samuelson voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried.
RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE FRIDLEY HUMAN RELATIONS COMMITTEE
JANUARY 16, 1969:
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to receive the Minutes of the Fridley Human
Relatzons Committee Meeting of January 16, 1969. Seconded by Councilman
Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried.
RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING OF FEBRUARY 19, 1969:
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive the Minutes of the Board of Appeals �
Meeting of February 19, 1969. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice
vote, a11 voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING OF
FEBRUARY 24, 1969:
Councilman Liebl said that there was some action necessary by the Council and
referred to the MotYOn by Stimmler that the Parks and Recreation Commission
request the City Council to approve the moving of a building to some park pro-
perty. He said that it would take $700 to move the building, and that the
Parks and Recreation Commission wish to place it at the Commons Hockey complex.
He said that he felt that the present facilities there are inadequate and he
would like to see them put in a nice facility, and maybe be able to serve
coffee etc.
Councilman Sheridan said that he had received a call on this from the Parks and
Recreation Director and that he had no ob�ection to moving the building, but
would like to comment on where they wish to move rt. He felt that until all
the rinks have warming houses, he did not feel that there should be doubling
up of facilities on the hockey rinks. He said that on the hockey rinks, there
can be no 7oint adult and child participation. He questioned whether this
building could be cut in two. Councilman Samuelson agreed with Councilman
Sheridan in that some of the rinks do not have warming houses. He said that the
improvement of the building, if approved, would be done by volunteer labor. If '
the building was cut in two, it could provide two houses. He pointed out that
if located at Commons Hockey rink, it could be used by the children who play on
the sliding hill also. Mayor Kirkham pointed out that the skating season is
about over. Councilman Samuelson said that Sob Schroer is donating the building
and it has to be removed now, or else it will be bulldozed over. He said that
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� the Jaycees have said that if the City can take care of moving the building,
they will improve it. Mr. Schroer was asked how big the building was. He
replied 3D' X 50'. Councilman Samuelson pointed out that the Parks and Rec-
reation Departrnent would then use it in the summer time for storage of mowers,
He said that he was in favor of moving the building and that it would be of
value to the City. He said Thank You to Bob Schroer for ha.s qenerous donation.
Councilman Sheridan asked if this building could be split. sob Schroer said that
it could. Councilman Sheridan said that then the question is where will it be
placed. Councilman Samuelson said that the Commisszon would be doing this for
the hockey program. He said that the Parks and Recreation Department will be
given funds so they can build more permanent type warming houses. The question
is whether to place this into one location for a good permanent improvement.
Councilman Sheridan said that he had no objection to the expenditure of funds,
and asked if there is money in the budget for this. The City Manager said
that something would have to be deleted. Councilman SamLelson said that they
are requesting approval, and it would be up to them to make up for the dis-
crepancy in funds. The City Manager said that it could be approved sub7ect to
their amending their budget to incorporate this.
Councilman Liebl asked if it would be a good addita.on aesthetically. He pointed
out that the hockey program is the second largest program the Parks and Recreation
➢epartment has.
� MOTION by Councilman Liebl to approve the Parks and Recreatiom Commission request
for the expenditure of $700 to move a building to Commons Hockey Rink, and the
Parks and Recreation Department to submit to the Council the deduction they
are making in their budget to allow for this expense. Seconded by Councilman
Sheridan. Upon�a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried.
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to receive the Minutes of the Parks and Recreation
Commission Meeting of February 24, 1969. Seconded by Councilman Lieb1 for
discussion. Councilman L�ebl said that he would like to ask about the foot
bridge over Rice Creek at the north end of Madison Street, making Locke Park
mose accessible to the people living to the south of the parY.. He said that he
would like to know if this would require funds. Mayor Kirkham said that this
would be accomplished by volunteex' labor.
UPON A VDICE VOTE, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
Mayor Kirkham said that he wished to extend a Thank You on behalf of all the
Council to Bob Schroer fox' donating this building.
RECEIV2NG THE MINUTES OF THE BUILD7.NG STANDARDS - DESIGN CONTROL SUBCOMMITTEE
MEETING OF FEBRIIARY 26. 1969:
l. CONSIDERAT70N OF A REQUEST SO CONSTRUCT A 77 UNIT APARTMENT COMPLEX
' LOCATED AT OUTLOT #1, MELODY MANOft 4TH ADDITION, EXCEPT THE NORTH 400
FEET OF THE WEST 217.8 FEET THEREOF, THE SAME BEING 630 AND 690 OSBOR
ROAD AND 7590 LYRIC LANE N.E., FRTDLEY, MINNESOTA. (REQUEST BY HIGH-
LAND PARK DEVELOPMENT COMPANY� 500 GREENHAVEN ROAD, ANOKA, MINNESOTA
APARTMENT #107);
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The City Engineer said that Suilding Standards - besign Control approved of �
this request sub�ect to their reducing the number of units from 77 to 68, and
furnishing a recorded plat, for the purpose of proper legal descriptions of
the property. He said that this was considered by the Building Standards -
Design Control once before and the revised plan shows all the recommendations
the Committee made. He said that it is basically brick all around with just
a little stucco. It will be three stories. The City Engineer explained that
they are also the developers of the nursing home.
Mr. Fred Donaldson came forward and said that they have agreed to all the
stipulations and they plan on a 68 unit apartment complex, and have agreed to
the screening the Committee specified.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to grant a building permit to Highland Park Develop-
ment Company to construct a 68 unit apartment complex located at 630 and 690
Osborne Road and 7590 Lyric Lane, with the stipulation that he must submit
a recorded plat. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all
voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion aarried.
2. CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST BY D.W. HARSTAD COMPANY, 7101 HIGHWAY #65
TO CONSTRUCT A SPECULATIVE BUILDING AT 7845 BEECH STREET� LOT 24 AND
25. BLOCK 2. ONAWAY ADDITION:
The City Engineer said that this was a 63' X 70' building to be located on the
west side of Beech Street. He said that the Building Standards - Design Control �
recommended approval sub�ect to his addition of shrubs with detailed schedule
of species, and concrete curbing.
Councilman Liebl asked if this was the proper zoning. The City Engineer said
it was. Councilman Liebl asked Mr. Dick Johnson if he was agreeable to the
stipulations. Mr. Johnson said he was.
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to grant a building permit to D.W. Harstad Company
for a building at 7845 Beech Street with the permit dependent upon adherence to
the stipulations of the Building Standards - Design Control Subcommittee.
Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried.
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to receive the Minutes of the Building Standards -
Design Control Subcommittee Meeting of February 26, 1969. Seconded by Council-
man Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried.
The City Engineer pointed out that there are now about 13 businesses in this
area. In 1966 the Fire Department wrote a letter requesting that water be
put in this area, for fire protection. He said that the water and sewer improve-
ments were ordered in by the Council for the area and he would like to discuss
the status of these improvements with the Council at the Meeting next Monday.
He said that there has been no agreement with Spring Lake Park for partici-
pation in the storm sewer, and that the cost should not be borne by the City ,
of Fridley alone, as it would benefit others also. He said basically the
question is, should the City allow this area to build up, as it costs between
$1500 and $20D0 to put in a cesspool and a well as this money would be lost
when the City puts in water and sewer in the area, and he said that he hated to
see these businesses spend this money uselessly.
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� RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF FEBRUARY 27, 1969
The City Engineer reported that this meeting was rather lengthy, and that the
minutes were not ready yet, but would be ready for receipt next Monday.
CONSIDERATION OF A SIGN PERMIT FOR RIVERSIDE CAR WA5H AT 6520 EAST RIVER ROAD:
The City Engineer said that this sign would be near the intersection of East
River Road and Mississippi Way. There are three panels with a lighted arrow,
but there are no flashing parts. He explained that under our present Ordinance
it allows 120 square feet per building, and under the new Ordinance it would
be 80 square feet per business. The minimum allowance from the ground is 10
feet and this sign is 11 feet from the ground. The total square footage of
the sign is 147 square feet, but there are two businesses incorporated into
the one sign.
Councilman Sheridan asked with the removal of the Oil Company, how much
reduction in size would it make. The City Engineer said that then the square
footage would be 112 square feet.
A Representative from River Side Car Wash said that they have tried to put
together two signs for two businesses into one, and it would be sitting on one
� set of poles. Councilman Samuelson commented that he would rather have one
sign than two_ Councilman Liebl asked if the sign for the qas pumps would be
further back. The Representative said yes. Councilman Liebl said that in the
future one gas station will be coming out of this area, so this will actually
be cleaning up this area. Councilman Samuelson agreed.
Councilman Sheridan said that he did not go along with installing a sign for
a car wash with a sign for a gas station. These are two separate businesses.
Mayor Kirkham said that he felt that it would be better to have only one pole,
rather than the two. Councilman Liebl agreed that it would be better to have
one sign rather than two. He pointed out that they woul.d be spending $3000
on the promotion of their businesses in the sign alone.
The Representative from River Side Car Wash said that the size of the panels
can be varied somewhat, but that they wanted to keep it as large as possible.
He added that the lower panel is a changeable panel. The City Engineer asked
if 130 square £eet would be a suitable compromise. If so, that would be his
suqgestion. The Representative said that this would be possible, and agreed
to the reduction.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to grant the sign permit request for River Side
Car Wash at 6520 East River Road with 130 square feet maximum size. Seconded
by Councilman Samuelson.
The City Engineer asked if it would make any di£ference to them i£ they moved
, it a little to the north. Councilman Samuelson asked if they felt that this
would damage their business in any way. The Representative said no, it could
be moved north. He said, after doing some fa.guring that this would reduce
the sign by about ;, and in doing their preliminary figuring they felt that
the 147 Square foot sign would be best suited to their use, and would look nice.
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Councilman Liebl felt that if they were willing to spend $3000 on a good sign,
and incorporate the two signs into one, which is what the Council has been
urging the businesses to do, that perhaps the 147 square foot sign should be
allowed although it would require a variance from our Ordinance.
COUNCII,MAN LIEBL WITHDREW HIS MOTION WITH AGREEMENT OF THE SECONDER.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to grant a variance to allow for a 147 square foot
sign to be placed at 6520 East River Road at the request of River Side Car
Wash Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, Liebl, Sheridan,
and Kirkham voting aye, Samuelson abstaining, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried.
CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY ST. ANTHONY VILLAGE TO PURCHASE USED PLECTRON
RADIOS:
The City Manager explained that these are old radios for which the Fire
Department no longer has any use. He said that they were only monitoring
sets.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to concur with the recommendation of the Fire
Chief and sell 4 used Plectron radios to the Village of St. Anthony for $30.00
apiece Seconded by Councilman Liebl, Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carxied.
CONSIDERATION OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF FRIDLEY AND NAEGELE OUTDOOR ADVER-
TI5ING COMPANY OF MINNESOTA, INC.:
Councilman Sheridan said that on the second page of the agreement, the para-
graph concerning the leasing period by the City should be changed from ten
years to three years.
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to authorize the signatures of Mayor Kirkham and
the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Naegele Outdoor Advertisa.ng
Company, with the change noted above, for a sign 12' X 25' to be placed at
37th Avenue and Marshall 5treet, with promotion of the City of Fridley on the
south side. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
CONSIDERATION OF NEW AUTHORITY FOR ISSUANCE OF PERMIT FOR HOUSE PLACEMENT ON A
PORTION OF LOT 10, AUDITOR'S SUBDIVISION #22, 1530 RICE CREEK ROAD (REQUEST
BY LES CHIESI:
The City Manager said that Mr. Chies has submitted a request for reconsideration
of approval of moving his house. He said that he has signed permission from
one of the abutting property owners.
Councilman Liebl asked i£ he would sti11 comply with all the requirements made
last year. Mr. Les Chies said that nothing would be changed. Councilman
Sheridan said that there had been some discussion before about a road on the
east side of this property. Mr. Chies said that Arthur Street is on the west
side of his property, and the Friend's home in on the other side. Councilman
Sheridan asked if this would be 7ust a residential home, and would not be used
for storage of heavy equipment. Mr. Chies said that this would be a residential
home. Councilman Liebl pointed out that he would need a moving permit and also
a building permit. Councilman Sheridan asked if he would be moving the house
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� himsel£. Mr. Chies replied that a moving company would be moving it for him.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to grant a building permit and moving permit to Mr.
Les Chies for moving a residence to 1530 Rice Creek Road, based on the stipu-
lations in the letter in the March 3, 1969 Agenda. Seconded by Councilman
Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, Kirkham, Liebl, Sheridan voting aye, 5amuelson
voting nay, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
CONSIDERATION OE IMPROVEMENT OF 73RD AVENUE BETWEEN T.H. '�65 AND CENTRAL
AVENUE:
The City Engineer said, as the Council knows, we have asked the County repeatedly
to take this portion of 73rd Avenue over as a County Road. He said that he has
met with their committees and has sent in three or four letters. He said that
as far as the County Engineer, or Harvey Peterson, County Commissioner are
concerned, the County has no intention of improving this road. He said that
Onans have been pressing to get this improvement. He pointed out that in the
latter part of the Agenda is a resolution calling for bids and the question
before the Council is, do they want to wait and hope for County participation,
or include it in the resolution and get the work done by the City. He added
that this is a County Road at one end and a City Road at the other end.
Councilman Liebl asked what was the urgency. The City Engineer said that his
Department has received a letter from Onans requesting the improvement. He
� added that the Engineering Department will be ready to let bzds soon. Council-
man Samuelson commented that if this �mprovement is made, it would make a direct
thoroughfare all the way to T.H. #10. He wondered if the City were to make the
improvement this year, if the County would participate in the cost next year.
He added that he did not think that this improvement could be delayed. Mayor
Kirkham also felt that this improvement should go in this year.
Councilman Sheridan asked if the property on the south is a11 industrial. The
City Engineer said yes, also on the north side. Councilman Sheridan said that
he thought where a petition is not received, it required a 5/5 vote of the
Council to authorize an improvement. He added that he did not think that the
County will ever participate in this project in any w=y. Counc.tlman Liebl
asked, if this is industrial property on both sides and the City got no County
participation, would it not be completely assessable to the property owners.
The Assistant City Attorney said yes. Councilman Liebl said that he felt that
this must be done, as when people start coming out of Onans, this could create
a real hazard.
The City Engineer said that this would be a State Aid 9 ton street. He said that
if the Council ordered it in, the base and mat work would probably be d��ne this
year, and the finish mat and curbing be put on later when the area develops. He
said that sewer and water is in 73'� Avenue, and there are sewer and water lines
along 72nd Avenue. The storm sewer will have to be extended beyond 73rd Avenue.
He added that once this road is opened up, then there will be the necessity of
siqnals. He said that it seems the County Commissionexs have some misconceptions
� in their minds that the Council has made some promises to some of the industries
or something.
It was agreed by the Council that this improvement must be done this yv�ar and
will be added to the Resolution coming up later in the Agenda, under Street
Improvement Pro7ect St. 1969-2.
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CONSIDERATION OF CISY OFFER TO LIQUOR DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEES FOR 1969 WAGE AND �
BENEFIT AGREEMENT•
The City Manager said that he had met with the union representatives several
times. He said that they made several requests, one of them was a change in
insurance coverage. He said that he suggested that since a committee will be
formed for union negotiations, that their representative be included on the
committee. He said that it was considered whether or not the City would go
into a check off system for collecting union dues. He said that the letter also
includes an increase in wages. On of the salient points brought up was the
accrual of sick leav8. He then read Paragraph H from the letter which states
that after 60 days of accrual sick leave a liquor employee would receive 1 days
pay for every 2 days sick leave in the event Municipal liquor was discontinued.
xe said that this differs from other City of Fridley employees in that after
90 days of accrual sick leave, the City of Fridley employees may elect to
receive one day of vacation time for each three days accrued leave.
Councilman Sheridan asked how many employees the Liquor Stores have. The
Finance Director answered including both part-time and full-time, between 25 and
30. Councilman Sheridan said that this proposal takes one segment of the City
of Fridley employees and treats them differently than the rest of the employees.
He wondered why this should be, and if it was fair. The City Manager explained
the reason for this was because of the possibility of discontinuance of Municipal
sale of liquor. They Pelt that this would be a hazard that no other employees
would have. There would be the possibility of cut-off of employment. He �
said that there was a top limit of 60 days to the amount of accrual sick leave
a liquor store employee could collect, however, none of the employees were close
to that level. Councilman Liebl commented that after maybe 10 years of work,
this clause would afford the employee time to look for other employment, and
still have some money coming in.
Councilman Samuelson said that he felt that the union should collect their own
dues. Councilman Liebl asked who suggested this. The City Manager said that
this suggestion came from the union. Councilman Liebl said that many private
enterprises do this. He asked the Finance Director how much it would cost. The
Finance Director said that the cost cannot be measured, but the real problem
is that the City does not have the facilities to do this. It would mean the
purchase of a new machine. He said that the machine the City now uses cannot
deduct any more items.
Councilman Sheridan asked how the wage scale compares. The City Manager said
that it is higher than private industry, the main reason is that with a Municipal
operation, there are not many tips received. He said that it was generally in
line with other suburbs. He then asked how they compared with the raises of
the other employees. The City Manager said in some cases they were higher, but
were kept in line with other suburbs. Councilman Liebl asked the City Manager
what was his recommendation.
The City Manager said that he would recommend deleting Paragraph G dealing with
check off of dues by the City, and rephrase the first line of Paragraph D, '
as it could be misinterpreted, by adding onto the line "-------was discussed."
Councilman Liebl commented that all City employees are covered by insurance, but
some have indicated to him that they wanted increased coverage for their depen-
dents. The City Manager said that those who wished it, were given the necessary
information. Councilman Liebl said in regard to the wages, that the City must
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, pay a good wage to ensure having good employees. He said that the Liquor
Store in Skywood showed a good increase in sales, and this may be because of
good help.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to concur with the recommendation of the City
Manager and delete Paz'agraph G, and add "was discussed" onto the first line of
Paxagraph D, and authoxize sending the lettex to the unions. Seconded by
Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham de-
clared the motion carried.
RESOLUTION #33-1969 - RESOLUTION RELATIVE TO ADDITIONAL HOOY•UP TO THE NORTH
SUBURBAN SANITARY SEWER DISTRICT SYSTEM: (Robert Schroer)
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to adopt Resolution #33-1969. Seconded by Council-
man Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, a11 voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried.
RESOLUTION �34-1969 - RE50LUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENT, APPROVAL OF PLANS� AND
ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS: STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ST. 1969-1 AND
MUNICIPAL STATE AID STREET IMPROVEMENT PROSECT ST. 1969-2:
Councilman Liebl commented that he would like to see some priority given to
some of the streets under the 1969-1 pro�ect, such ae Alden Way.
� The City Engineer said that as Council wished to include 73rd Avenue a.n this
year's pro�ect, it should be added under the St. 1959-2 portion as it is a
State Aid Street.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt Resolution #34-1969 as amended. Se-
conded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried.
RESOLUTION #35-1969 - RESOLUTION ORDERING PRELIMINARY PLANS� SPECIFICATION5, AND
ESTIMATES OF THE COSTS THEREOF: S'PREET TMPRO�EI�iENT PROSECT ST. 1969-3:
The City Engineer said that there was a petition for Longfellow Street and the
rest were added to clean up that general area. He asked Mr. Bob Schroer if
he owned the land all the way up to 79th Avenue along University Avenue. Mr.
Schroer said he did.
Councilman 3amuelson said that he would like to see 79th Way improved all the
way down to Apex Lane as that hill gets nearly impassable at times. He said
that the maintenance costs on this portion are quite high also because of the
erosion. He said thati if there was ob7ection at the Public Hearing, it could
always be deleted. The City Engineex pointed out that 79th Way to Alden Way
has been designated a State Aid Road, and this might have to be delayed because
of the State Aid funds.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt Resolution #35-1969 with the amendment
, being: 79th Way: East River Road to Apex Lane. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
RESOLUTION #36-1969 - RESOLUTIGN RECEIVING THE PRELIMINARY REPORT AND CALLING
A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE MATTER OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS:
STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ST. 1969-3:
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MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to adopt Resolution #36-1969. Seconded by
Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried.
RESOLUTION #37-1969 - RESOLUTION REC.�IVING THE PRELIMINARY REPORT AND CALLING
A PIIBLIC HEARING ON THE MATTER OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF CERTA3N IMPROVEMENT5.
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER PROSECT #91.
The City Engineer said that this is for the area north of West Moore Lake Drive,
which does not have water and sewer. He said that this would serve the new
Veterinary Clinic. To provide service to this area, the lines will have to be
brought from West Moore Lake Drive. He said that this will be a costly item as
it will necessitate a small lift station to serve these lots. The water main
would go in Planting Boulevard.
Councilman Samuelson asked where is the public access for this. The City Engineer
said that Planting Boulevard is a public access. He said that the development
would be on the frontage lots. Councilman Samuelson asked if it would not
require access to the back lots. Councilman Liebl asked who would be assessed.
The City Engineer said only the people in Herwal's Second Addition and the
gas station.
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to adopt Resolution �r37-1969. Seconded by Council-
man Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried.
CONSIDERATION OF A S2GN PERMIT REQUEST FOR COLUMBIA ARENA AT 7011 UNIVERSITY
AVENUE:
MOTION Uy Councilman Liebl to grant the sign permit request and waive the sign
permit fee. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
CLAIMS:
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to approve payment of General Claims #17439
through #17551 and Liquor Claims #3069 through #3113. Seconded by Councilman
Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried.
LICENSES:
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to approve the following licenses:
Multiple Dwelling:
Name
Robert J. Bauman
1730 West Larpenteur
St. Paul, Plinnesota
Address
6060 2'� St. N.E.
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Licenses Continued.
Food Establishment
Country Boy Marke�
6501 Old Centzal Ave. N.E.
Fridley, Minnesota 55432
Off-Sale
Country Boy Market
6501 Central Avenue N.E.
Fridley, Minnesota 55432
Cigarette
Fridley Food Market
8154 East River Road
Fridley, Minnesota 55432
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John Baucom Sr.
John Baucom Jr.
John A. Riech
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Approved Sy
Health Sanitarian
Chief of Police
Chief of Police
Day Company ARA Service of Minn. Chief of Police
500 73rd Avenue N.E.
Fridley, Minnesota 55432
THE MOTION was seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voa.ce vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
ESTIMP.TES:
State of Minnesota
Department of Highways
St. Paul, Minnesota 55101
First and FINAL Invoice for work performed under
Cooperative Agreement No. 55263 on SP 0205-22,
T.H. #47 and 57th Avenue Northeast
Karl Dedolph Construction Company
771 West 7th Street
St, Paul, Minnesota 55102
FINAL Estimate #4 for General and Electrical Work -
Police and Park Department remodeling in Civic
Center According to the contract.
Police Department $ 300.00
Park Department 100.00
Suildings Fund 409.51 800.00
$1,200.00
E.H. Renner & Sons, Inc.
5465-A County Road 1$ North
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55425
Estimate #1 (PARTIAL) fox construction of Water
Improvement Pro�ect 75-H according to contract
$7,314 00
$1,200.00
$5,671.35
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Comstock and Davis, Inc.
Consulting Engineers
1446 County Road "J"
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55432
Estimate �rl (PARTIAL) for the furnishing of resident
inspection and resident supervision for the staking out
of the construction work for Test Well Construction -
Water Improvement 75-H from 12-30-68 through 1-31-69.
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$ 162.62
Councilman Liebl asked if the first two were final estimates. The City Engineer
said yes. Councilman Liebl asked what the $100 was for for the Park Department.
The City Engineer said that that was the balance due for their remodeling. He
added that the final estimate for the signals was a budgeted item in the 1968
budget.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to approve payment of the estimates. Seconded by
Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham delcared
the motion carried.
A. STATE OF MINNESOTA: 69TH AVENUE CROS50VER ON T.H. #47
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive the communication from the State Highway
Department dated February 21, 1969 and delete the crossover from the existing
contract.
Councilman Sheridan asked if another bid will have to be let. The City Engineer
said that the State cannot enter into an agreement for participation if a
contract is already let. He said that there was some additional land needed
also, so it was his suggestion that the Council instruct the Engineering
Department to delete the 69th Avenue crossover from Project St. 1968-1B by a
Change Order, then by resolution authorize letting bids on this item, then
authorize negotiation or condemnation for the additional land required.
Councilman Liebl asked if any of this intersection improvement could be assessed.
The City Engineer said that originally the cost was to be borne by the City,
State and County. Councilman Sheridan asked what the cost was on the bid. The
City Engineer said about $26,000 and the State was to pay about '� and the County
was to put up about $5,000.
MAYOR KIRKHAM ➢ECLARED COUNCILMAN LIESL'S MOTION DIED FOR LACK OF A SECOND.
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to delete the 69th Avenue crossover from Pro7ect
St. 1968-1B by Change Order, authorize entering into a new agreement with the
County and 5tate £or cost participation and let a new bid, and authorize
negotiation or condemnation of the necessary land for the 69th Avenue loopback.
Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried.
CARL MOEN - STATE REPRESENTATIVE: SPLIT LIOUOR REPORT:
Mr. Carl Moen, State Representative was present and very pleased to apprise
the Council that a split liquor bill was passed by the House of Representatives
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� today. He said that it passed by a 78 to 37 margin. He said that the split
liquor bill was added from the floor as an amendment to Senate File Number
271. The bill it was added to pertained to qranting additional liquor licenses
to cities of the second class with private liquor and was authorized by the
Senator from Bloomington who has been in opposition to split liquor. In this
way, the bill bypassed the committees where a.t has always died since 1963, and
never getting to the floor for debate. He said that the bill allowed for no
mandatory phase-out of Municipal liquor. He said that he felt that it was a
very good bill, and left it up to the option of the Council, or it could Ue
referred to the voters for a referendum.
Mayor Kirkham asked when it would go to the Senate. Mr. Moen said in the next
few days. He said that he felt that the chances of hanging onto the margin
were quite good, and he felt that it would pass through the Senate.
RESOLUTION #38-1969 - A RESDLUTION REGARDIVG THE ENACTMENT OF LEGISLATION
AUTHORIZING MUNICIPAL OFF-SALE AND PRIVATE ON-SALE:
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt Resolution #38-1969 which endorses
Senate File Number 271, as amended Hy the House. Seconded by Councilman i.iebl.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
S. SPRING LAKE PARK: APPROVAL OF COST PARTICIPATIDN IN PROJECT #89
� MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive the communication from Spring Lake
Park dated February 19, 1969. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
C. BARNA AND GUZY: REQUESTING APPEAL TO COUNCIL OF BOARD OF APPEALS
DECISION REGARDING SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR DUNKI.EY
SURFACING CO. TO BE PUT ON MARCH 17, 1969 AGENDA
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to receive the communication from Mr. Robert C.
Hynes of Barna & Guzy, dated February 26, 1969. Seconded by Councilman Samuel-
son. Upon a voice vote, a11 voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the mota.on
carried.
Mayor Kirkham said that he felt that it would be wise to meet with Dunkley
Surfacing Company on the site to see the operation first hand. He said that
the meeting should be as early as possible in the day so it would still be day-
light. It was agreed by the Council to meet with Dunkley's Wednesday, March
12, 1969 at 4:30 P.M. at �.he site. Mr. Hynes said that that time was agree-
able to him. Mayor Kirkham suggested also having the City Attorney, Health
Sanitarian, City Engineer and the City Manager in attendence.
➢. COLUMBIA HEIGHTS REGARDING PETITION SIGtdED OBJ�CTING TO OPERATION
OF DUNKLEY SURFACING COMPANY
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive the communication from Columbia Heights
� dated February 26, 1969. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote,
all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
E. VILLAGE OF BURNSVILLE_ COPY OF RESOLUTION THEY HAVE ADOPTED OPPOSING
THE PROPOSED METROPOLITAN TAX
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive the Resolution frpm the Village of
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Burnsville dated February 17, 1969. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a ,
voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
CONSIDERF�TION OF ➢ISASTER EMERGENCY OPERATING PLAN:
The Director of Civil Defense said that this plan involves a rather new
concept in plan, and because of this, he felt that it would be best to present
before the Council, even though it is not completed. This is still in draft
form and there are some annexes to be added. He said that the booklet explains
itself quite well as it goes along. He said that many times in Civi1 Defense
work, you find many ambiguous statements. What he has tried to put together
is a working tool which could be used for any kind of a disaster.
Councilman Liebl asked why indication of Civil Defense housing was not included
for placement on buildings. The Director of Civil Defense answered because
he did not want the people confused on where to go in the case of a National
disaster, and that the markings were 7ust for fallout shelters.
The City Manager said that this is a draft of a disaster emergency operation
plan for implementation during a disaster emergency, pending completion and
approval of the final plan. The Director of Civil Defense added that this
would be the basic plan, and additions and changes could be made through the
addrtion of annexes. He said that he has been meeting with the schools and
volunteer clubs and the Ministerial Association to set up help if needed.
Councilman Liebl commented that the Rice Creek Association and the Innsbruck �
Association should be added to his list of possible volunteer labor forces.
The Director of Civil Defense said that to his knowledge, there was no plan
like this in the State of Minnesota. He said that he had a meeting at Rose-
ville the next day and hopefully, Mr. Strub� of the U.S. Weather Bureau
will be able to make another prediction on the possibility of flooding in the
Riverview Heights area this spring.
Councilman Liebl asked if there would be any allocation of Federal Funds.
The Civil Defense Director said that he did not know.
Councilman Samuelson asked about the provisions for contractural forces during
a disaster. The Director of Civil Defense said that this is one of the annexes
being worked on now by the Finance Director and City Manager. He said that
another annex being worked on now is providing for mass housing facilities,
provisions for food, and storage of household goods. He said that when the
Finance Director is ready with the portion dealing with contractural forces,
it will all be stipulated specifically. The City Manager said that the City
would control the contracts.
Councilman Liebl asked if this means if a portion of the City were declared a
disaster area. The City Manager said yes, and if it is not received soon, it
will not do any good.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to spprove the tentative draft disaster emergency
operating plan for implementation if a disaster should occur before approval ,
of the final draft is ready. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
CONSIDERATION OE DIKING IN THE RIVERVIEW HEIGHTS FLOOD AREA:
The Director of Civil Defense said the question here, is,does the City try to
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, protect the people through diking, or move them out. He said that he had a
meeting with the Corps of Army Engineers and tried to come up with some alter-
natives.
The Engineering Assistant presented a map showing the areas that were inundated
in 1965. He said that if a dike was built, it would go along the creek, then
up Riverview Terrace to Ironton Street. He said that it would take 20,000
yards of material. This would cost between $40,D00 and $50,000, and would
have to be about 7' high at the lower end. He said that the dike along the
creek could be permanent. He said that between Cheryl Street and 79th Way
the dike would have to be partially on private land. He explained that the
flooding occurs from the creek backa.ng up.
The Civil Defense Director explained that Mr. Mertes of the Corps of Army
Engineers explained to him that for the purposes of placing a permanent dike,
a 100 year flood level is determined, and that the flood in 1965 was considered
to be the 50 year flood level. This is why the proposed dike would have to
be so big.
The Engineering Assistant said that the last pro7ection was made February 7, 1969,
and that pro�ection was that it would be somewhere between the level of the
1952 and 1965 flood. He said that the lakes in the northern part of the State
have been lowered, so they will retain as much water as they can, before they
let it out. The Civil Defense Director added that the Civil Defense information
� he has received indicated that the ground content of water is about 100%.
Councilman Sheridan asked when the flood occurred in 1965. The Engineering
Assistant said that it crested April 17th. He said that they are working on
a communications system from St. Cloud, so we can tell heze about when to ex-
pect the crest. The Director of Oivil Defense said that there would be about
42 feet right of way needed below Cheryl Street. The City Manager added that
this would cut off access for removal of household goods, if it should become
necessary. The City Engineer said that there was a study made in 1965 on
the feasibility of a dike, and that it would involve 40 to 45 homes.
Councilman Sheridan said that the money is one consideration, but also to be
considered is the time element. The Corps of Army Engineers advises that the
dike should be in place by March 25th. The City Engineer added that an Emergency
Ordinance would also have to be passed and that there would have to be quota-
tions asked from the contractors who would work on this. Councilman Liebl said
that the question is, would it be a 7ustifiable expense to build a dike of this
size. The Director of Civil Defense showed a map which included 70 to 80 homes,
and said if 50 homes did flood, the people would stand to lose about $35,000.
Councilman Samuelson asked if any warning has been sent out. The Director of
Civil Defense said that a letter was sent out along with a form to fa.11 out to
about 112 homes. About 75o have been returned He said that if it reached the
level of 1965, it would involve about 50 homes
� Mayor Kirkham said that it seemed to him, all things considered, that a dike
would not be feasible. Councilman Liebl said that he felt that it was not
feasible this year, but felt that something s]-�ould be worked out on a permanent
basis for the protection of those homes
Councilman Samuelson asked how many lineal feet this would involve_ The
Engineering Assistant said 4100 lineal feet. The City Manager commented that
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Councilman Sheridan said that he agreed with Mayor Kirkham, that money, time
and materials are all against us at this time.
The Engineering Assistant said that the Public Works has to know the Council
determination as they would have to prepare to sandbag the manholes.
The Assistant City Attorney said that he had �ust heard about a bill before
Congress that would make funds available before a disaster. The Civil Defense
Director said that he did not know about this, but he did receive a question-
aire to be filled out covering dispensing of emergency funds in a snow emer-
gency etc.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to concur with the letter prepared by the City
Manager to be sent to the Corps of Army Engineers asking for a studp to be made,
and to authorize the signature by Mayor Kirkham. Seconded by Councilman
Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried,
CONSIDERATION OF TEST WELLS:
The CYty Engineer said that the Council authorized the Engineering Department
to make abr�ut 7 test wells. He said that he is sorry to say that after 5
borings, they have not hit water yet. There is one area near the Ice Arena
that looks very favorable. He said that they hope to put in two wells this
year and maybe two wells next year. He said that FMC would not agree to
allowing bor�.ng on their property. He explained that the City has a three
level system. He said that they would like to put a booster station on 73'�
Avenue, but would need to acquire the land in this area. He said that there
is another sa,te at the north end of the City which looks promising, and
another in Commerce Park. He said that he would like authorization from the
Council to proceed with negotiations or condemnations for the acquisition of
the property near 73'� Avenue. He said that about � of the money has been
spent ($10,D00) and have gotten one we11 site.
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to authorize negotiations or aondemnation
proceedings for the acquisition of the necessary land near 73� Avenue, Commerce
Park and near 83rd Avenue and the railroad tracks, and authorize two additional
test wells. Seconded by Councilman Samuelsan. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carrxed.
RICHARD HARRIS: ROAD CONCEPT SOUTH AND EAST OF QNAWAY ADDITION•
Mr. Richard Harris said that it has come to his attention that there is some
plan for extending Main Street south to Osborne Road and extending the Univer-
sity Avenue Service Drive from 79th Avenue to Osborne Road. He said that he
owns 600 feet and Bob Schroer owns 1200 feet and his property goes all the way
back to Main Street, yet neither one of them have heard anything about these
plans.
The City Engineer said that the Planning Commission had been working on a road
concept to fit into this general area. Mr. Harris said that he finds this
highly irregular that the Planning Commission Minutes were received at a Special
Meeting at 5:15 P.M. when no one knew about it.
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official. He suggested meeting with the C1ty Engineer about the placement o£
the street.
ADJOURNMENT:
MOTION by Counci.7man Liebl to ad7ourn the Meeting. Seconded by Councilman
Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
Regular Council Meeting of March 3, 1969 ad7ourned at 11 34 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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