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TI-I� MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF .7ANUARY 5� 1970
Mayor Kirkham called the Regular Council Meeting of January 5, 1970 to
order at 8:42 F M.
PLEDGE OF ALL�GIANCE:
The Council and audience 7oined in saying the Pledge of Allegiance to the
Flag.
SNVOCATION:
Father Keefe, St. Williams Catholic Church offered the Invocation,
SEATING OF THE TF3IRD WARD COUNCILMAN:
The Ca.ty Clerk administered the oath of office to Frank G. Liebl� re^
elected Councilman of the Third Ward, and issued the Certi£icate o� Election.
ROLL CALL-
tIEMBERS PRESSNT
MS�MBERS ABSENT:
Kirkham, Sheridan, Harris, Liebl, Samuelson
(Samuelson resumed his seat on the Council until the
Breider - Mittelstadt court case is settled. Timothy
Breider's Certificate oP Election cannot be issued
until the court decision is handed down.)
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APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE R�GULAR COUNCIL MEETING OP DECEMBER 15, 1969:
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt the Minutes o£ the Regular Council
Meeting of December 15, 1969 as presented. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan.
[Ipon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried
unanimously.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
Mayor Kirkham stated that in view of the election contest in the 'First Ward,
until that contest is resolved, the Council felt it necessary to lay over the
following items.
#1. Hyde Park Rezonzng
#2. Howard Dumphy Planned Development Plan
#16)
#17) appointments to Commrttees, Boards and Commissions
#18)
The following are to be added:
15A Resolution Extending Term of Of�ice on All Boards and Commissions
Until New Appointments are Made.
36. Ordinance to Prohibit Trucks on Certain Designated Streets in the City
of Fridley
37. Receiving Letters Concerning Council's Stand in Opposition to Young
Socialist Alliance.
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� MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt the Agenda as amended. Seconded by
Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, P4apor Kirkham declaxed
the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. G.H. Hanratty, 722 Midland Bank Building, Minneapolis, Attorney for
Howard Dumphy said that he would ob7ect to laying the Dumphy Planned Develop-
ment Plan over, as it would not take any more than are now present, and he
would ask that this be acted on this evening Mayor Kirkham said that he
understood that Mr. Dumphy was in a serious position, but it was felt that
until the court case is resolved that no action should be taken. Mr. Hanratty
said that it would not take a new Councilman to fulfill the court commit-
ment made. Mr Carl Paulson asked if it would not be possible that the City
would be held liable for the recovery of the money that Mr. Dumphy would
stand to lose through the delay by the Council. The City Attorney said that
this would be theoretically possible. Mr. Hanratty said that they would
have to attempt to regain this lost money and that they feel that with every
day lost there is more damage incurring. The stipulatzon was made in open
court and should be passed. Mayor Kirkham asked the City Attorney if there
was any question concerning Councilman Samuelson's right to voter The City
Attorney replied that Councilman Samuelson is entitled to vote until the
successor is seated and does have full voting privileges.
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to reconsider the vote on the adoption of the
Agenda, and bring the item: Consideration of Development Plan o� Planned
� Development, Howard Dumphy, back for consideration. Seconded by Councilman
Harris. IIpon a voice vote, Kirkham, Harris, Samuelson and Sheridan voting
aye, Liebl vota.ng nay, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carxied.
VISITORS:
Mr. Russell Thompson, Northern Pacific Railway Company, said that they have
a special use permit and a rezoning in a sma11 area oE the City between 40th
and 43rd Avenues and would like to have this placed on the next possible
Agenda. They have appeared before the Planning Commission on three
different occasions and before the Board of Appeals twice, After some dis-
cussion, it was aetermined that it would not be possible to meet the legal
requa.rements concerning the publication of the Public Hearing for the rezoning
for the Meeting of January 19th, so it would have to be the Public Hearing
night in Feb. At that time they could also act on the variance and special
use permit requested.
MOTION by Councilman Harra.s to set the Public Hearing date for the Northern
Pacific Railway rezoning for February 9, 1970. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried
unanimously.
OF DEVELOPMENT PLAN OF PLANNED DEVELOPMENT (P.S '�68-1
HOWARD ➢UMPHY
� Councilman Harris said that although he was not in attendance at the last
Meeting, he understood that Mr, Dumphy had agreed to find another parking
space rather than use Lots 32 through 35. Mr Dumphy said yes, it was
agreed that to ofE set the loss of these 9 parking spaces, he would make
some other arrangements Mr. Solverson said that the area along East River
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Road could be increased to make room for additional parking spaces. Under �
the old ordinance there was no problem. They �elt that it would be better
to have the row of cars on Lots 32 through 35, rather than along East River
Road There would be complete screening from the ad7acent area.
�ayor Kirkham commented that he felt that they have done a marvelous job and
have cooperated �n trying to wme up with a plan acceptable to the City o£
Fridley. Councilman Harris said that he had no objection to the plan but
his understanding was that the lots in question were to be grass and not
parking. He said that he wanted the Council to opexate within the boundaries
set by the court stipulation. Councilman Lieb1 said that he was a Council�
man who had voted against this and he was never given an opportunity to
state in court why he had done so. He felt that there was a large pet�t�on
with about 200 people signing it indicating to the Council that they would
Iike to see this done in a different manner, He said that he wds dis,
appointed that he did not have an opportunity to bring this out and that
perhaps had he been able to speak, there would have been a diPferent
ruling.
Councilman Sheridan said that he agreed with Councilman Harris' interpreta-
tion of the court stipulation, that the four lots could be used in figuring
total land area but not as parking. With the deletion of the parking on those
lots, he felt that the concept could be adopted. There should be some
designation by legal description of which area would be used for multiples
and which for commercial so that the developer can proceed with both en- ,
tities of the Planned Development program. He said that he understood that
the land area is not large enough for 108 units, but he £elt that to require
the developer to redraw the plans to reduce by four units to meet the criteria
set forth for R-3 districts would not be feasible. There is not a sufficient
difference to require redrawing. Mayor Kirkham said that he felt that it
would be within the realm of the Council's power to change the number of
units with the eliminatYOn of the parking area.
Councilman Harris asked if there were garages at the corners of the buildings,
and rilr. Dumphy replied that at each end of the building there is an under-
ground area. They are covered parking spaces. Councilman Harris asked if
this would cost more in addition to the regular rent chaxged for the units
and b1r. Dumphy replied no, the garage and unit would be rented as one. The
parking spot would be designated for each unit. He added that they have
agreed to meet the new ordinance. Councilman Liebl asked if this proposal
does meet the new ordinance and the City Engineer replied that it does with
the additional parking spaces Councilman Sheridan pointed out that the
exact location of the parking spaces could be left until the time that he
applied for a building permit. I3e will have to have the exact plans then,
Counczlman Harris indicated to Mr Dumphy that he should work w,tth the City
Engineer to figure out other arrangements for the 9 parking spaces in
another location. The City Engineer sazd that the ordinance requires 1�z
parking spaces for a one bedroom apartment and two for a two bedreom unit.
There are 21 two bedroom units and 87 one bedroom units and 178 parking
spaces. He added that the Planning Commission feel that there should be �
two parking spaces for each dwelling, This is because oE the popularzty of
snowmobiles, boats, etc. The people use the car space to park their equip-
ment. P1r, Solverson asked if there was any guarantee that they would not be
expected to come up with two parking spaces per unit and Mayor Kirkham an-
swered that a change raould not be possible i£ the plan is adopted tonight,
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� MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to adopt the Planned Development Plan requested
by Howard Dumphy for Block 1 and 2, Bordeaux Spring Brook Park Addition to
be used for commercial, and the residential to be Lots 1 through 17, B1ock
1, Spring Brook Park 2nd Addition.
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It was agreed through further discussion that the 9 parking spaces w�re to be
relocated. The plan adopted at this time is to be identified by the Engineering
Department by date of approvaL The Crty Engineer recommended that the
property be resurveyed and replatted as there will be of necessrty splitting
of land and vacations. Mr Dumphy said tnat they plan to do this. Council-
man Sheridan said that he would prefer a plat rather than a xegistered land
survey.
THE MOTION was seconded by Councilman Aarris. Upon a Voice vote, Sheridan,
Kirkham, and Harris voting aye, Liebl voting nay, and Samuelson abstaining,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motion oarried.
MOTI�N by Councilman Harris that before the developer starts construction,
he is to present a plat to the Council showing PYSase A and Phase B.
Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, Sheridan, Kirkham,
Harris voting aye, Liebl voting nay and Samuelson abstaining, Mayour Kirkham
** declared the motion carried.
FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE UNDER SECTION 12.07 OF THE FRTDLEY CITY CHARTER
TO VACATE STREESS AND ALLEYS AND AMEND APPENDIX C OF THE CITY CODE:
(SAV. #69-07) Five Sands
MOTION by Councilman Harris 'to approve the Ordinance on first reading and
waive the reading. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a roll call vote,
Sheridan, Kirkham, Lieb1 and I-Iarris voting aye, Samuelson abstaining, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried.
The City Engineer pointed out that there was a deed for a turn around which
needed execution by the City Manager and the Mayor
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to authorize the City Manager and �he Mayor
signing the deed. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote,
Sheridan, Kirkham, Lieb1 and Harris voting aye, Samuelson abstaining, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried
AWARDING CONTRACT FOR WORKMEN'S COMPSNSATION TNSURANC�: (Bids Opened
December 15, 1969 at 11:OD A.M., Received December 15, 1969 at Council Meeting)
AGENT
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7)
Endsley
Endsley*
Ingrassia
Rice Creek Agy
Pearson
Pearson
Carr Preuss
COMPANY
Western Casualty
Firemans Fund
Sentry
Mutual Creamery
Liberty Ins,
Liberty Ins .
Agricul.tural
BEST RATING PER SPECIFICATIONS T�RM
A+AAAA no 3 years
A+AAAA no 3 years
A+AAAA yes 1 year
A+AAAA yes 1 year
A+AAAA no 3 years
A+AP.AA no 3 years
A+AAAA yes 1 year
* Joint Agencies - Endsley - Anderson Aqency
** M1.nutes corrected changinq Li.ebl�s Vote �fYOm aye to nay, aanuary 19, 1970,
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7)
REGULAR WUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 5, 1970
Workmen's Compensation Insurance Continuad
STANDARD PREMIIIM
1 Vr. 3 yr. est
$20,385
19,342
17,765
19,341
20,385
20,385
17,767
$61,155
58,026
61,155
61,155
PREMIUM AT 40% LOSS LEVEL MAXIMUM PREMIUM
1 vr. 3 vr. 1 vr. 3 vr
$16�178 (ave) $48�534 $22,424
13,512 (aveJ 40,536 19,342
15,989 ------- 15,989
16,440 ---�-- 16,440
14�107 (ave) 42,321 21�669
14,481 43,443 21,669
15,219 �----- 17,767
(ave) $67,272
(ave} 58,5I2
(ave) 65,007
(ave} 65,007
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NL�IXIMUM PREMIUM
1 yr. 3 yr.
$9�173(aVe) $27�519
7,947(ave) 23,841
15,989 ------
16,440 ------
10,396(ave) 31,185
8,664(ave) 25,992
12,263 ------
Councilman Sheridan asked if the speciFications were on a one year basis and the
Finance Director said yes.
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to award the bid to Agricultural Insurance
Company. Seconded by Counezlman Harris ior discussion.
Mr. Lee Douglas, Representative of Hachman-Anderson, Inc. said that there are
some advantages to a three year plan, however� he was not sure that the City
can legally purchase insurance protection where there is a potential
assessment, which is the case with retrospective plans. He also pointed
out that the City might enjoy two years at a verp low loss level, then have
a third year which would be bad and preclude retnrn of any two year premium.
The City Attorney said that he had advised the Finance Director that as
long as the bidding was done on a one year basis, and wexe advertised as
such, he did not feel that the three year bids could be considered. He said
that he dzd not know if the City could accept a r.etrospective rate as that
plan would be assessable. This would have to be a three year plan without
penalty. Councilman Harris asked Mr. Douglas if he would advise considering
advertising for a one plus plan next year if no penalty, and Mr, Douglas said
that he felt that it should be oonsidered. Councilman Sheridan suggested that
the Administration call this to the attention of the Council when the speci�
fications are drawn for next year. Mr. Douglas said that the size of the
premiums must be considered also and a death would wipe out a dividend.
THE VOTE UPON THE MOTION, being a Vo1ce vote, dll Voting aye� MdyoY Klrkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
COUNCILMIllV SAMUELSON LEFT THE COUNCIL MEETING AT 9.25 P.M,
FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANC� UNDER SECTION 12.07 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CHPIRTER
TO VACATE STREETS AND ALLEYS AND AM�ND APPENDIX C OF THE CITY CODE:
(SAV #69-10) Thomas Albers
Councilman Sheridan said that there was a fire hydrant in the area to be
vacated and it should be at Mr. Albers expense to move the hpdrant.
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to approve the Ordznance on first reading and
waive the reading, with the understanding that P9r. Albers wi11 bear the
cost of moving the hydrant. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a roll ca11
vote, Kirkham, Liebl, Harris, Sheridan voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried,
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� ORDINANCE #444 - AN ORDINANCE UNDER SECTION 12.07 OF THE P12IDLEY CITY
CAARTER TO VACATE STREETS AN➢ ALLEYS AND AMEDID APPENDIX C OF THE CITY CODE-
Mike O'Bannon
MOTION by Councilman Lieb1 to adopt Ordinance #444 on second reading, waive
the reading, and publish. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a ro11 call
vote, Sheridan, Kirkham, Liebl, and Harris voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared
the motion carried.
445 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING FRIDLEY CITY CODL' CHAPTER 78 (Snowmobiles)
The City Attorney pointed out that as the Ordinance appears in the Agenda,
the heading is incorrect. It should be amended from "Fridley Ordinance #78"
to "Fridley City Code Chapter �`78".
Councilman Liebl said that he had reoeived some ca11s irom citizens con-
cerning snowmobiles in Locke Park. The people felt that the snowmobile area
should be increased, considering the great number of vehicles that use this
area. They would like to be able to go back into the woods farther. Council-
man Harris agreed that he did not feel that the snowmobiling area was .i�ig
enough to accommodate the number of vehicles that use the facilrty. They
would like to be able to go back farther into the trees where the scenery is
prettier. He pointed out that the Ordinance does not designate areas, but
� leaves this up to the Parks and Recreation Director, He suggested to the
people that called him that they contact the Parks Director on enlarging the
area. He did agree, however, that the snowmobiles must be kept out of the
smaller pazks. It was pointed out that when the City gets the Open Space
land, that this will be an excellent area for snowmobiling
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt Ordinance #445 on second reading, waive
the reading and order publication. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan.
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to amend the heading on this, and the following
Ordinance to read: An Ordinance Amending Fridley City Code Chapter 78 and
88 respectively. The motion was seconded and upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
THE VOTE UPON THE MOTION to adopt the Ordinance, being a ro11 call vote,
Sheridan, Kirkham, Liebl and Harris voting aye, Mayar Kirkham declared the
motion carried,
OR]JINANCE #446 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING FRIDLEY CITY CODE CHAPTER 88
(Snowmobiles)
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt Ordinance �r446 on second reading� waive
the reading, and order publication. SEconded by Councilman Sheridan, Upon
a roll call vote, Sheridan, Kirkham, Liebl and Harris voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried.
� REAFFIRMATION OF R�SOLUTION #199-1969 - ORDERING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR
HOOKING UP CERTAIN AREAS TO N.S.S.S.D. LINES - PROJECT #97
MOTION by Councilman Lieb1 to reaffirm Resolution #199-1969. Seconded by
Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried.
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REAFFTRMATION OF RESOLUTION #207-1969 - RECEIVING AND APPROVING PLANS AND �
SPECIFICA^120NS FOR HOOKING UP CERTAIN AREAS TO NSSSSD LINES ^ PROJECT #97:
MOTION by Councilman IIarris to reaffzrm Resolution #207-1969. Seconded by
Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, a11 voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried.
iZEAFF2kMATION OF RESOLUPION #216-1969 - ORDERING PRELIMINARY PT,ANS� SPECI--
FICATIONS AND ESTIMATES OF COSTS, WATL�R IMPROVEM�NT PROJECT #98:
MOTION by Councilman Harris to reaffirm Resolution #216�1969. Seconded by
Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared
the motion carried,
REAFFIRMATTON OF RESOLUTION #217-1969 ^ RECEIVING PRELIMINARY REPORT AND
CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING, WATER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT #98:
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to reaffirm Resolution #217-1969. Seconded by
Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried.
Councilman Liebl commented that he would like to make sure that the �'inance
Director made note of the discussion held previously that the man who lives
on the corner of 61'� Way and East River Road should be assessed on a side
yard basis, rather than by front footage. It was brought out that he would '
receive no benefit from the improvement of 61� Way as his house and garage
both face East River Road. His address is an East River Road address,
The Finance Director said that addresses are not used, but rather how the
area was platted. In the calculations, the way the lot faces is used
regardless o£ how the house faces. The City Manager suggested that this
man replat his 3+ lots into one 1ot to eliminate this problem.
COUNCILPIAN SAMUELSON REJOINED THE MEETING,
A Representative from Orbit Investment Company� interested in building homes
on 61=z Way, said that everything is ready to go, however, F.H.A needs
something stating that there is no drainage problem. They are proposing to
put in a blacktop swale in the alley to accomplish two things, First�
there will be a minimal drainage and secondly� it wa.11 be blacktopped for use
of emergency vehicles. They want the City to put it in and then assess it
back to them. They now need a letter from the City stating that there will be
no drainage problems to the north.
The City Engineer said that in this area there is a very minimal drainage
system. What a.s being proposed is also qurte minimal, but it would probably
work £or a while. A porta.on of two lots a.s to be held as a sump to hold the
spring water. This is not the best plan, but as long as there are no plans
for a storm sewer in East River Road it could work for a while. The water
drains to the north to 63rd Way, then to East River Road. There is about a �
.3o grade, This would all be surface drainage, but should create no problems
except in the spring run-off. There will eventually have to be a more
suitable solution, The alley would be swale, then to the north of 62nd Way
it will stay a dirt alley.
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� Councilman Sheridan asked if the run-off goes onto pra.vate property, would
not the City have a problem. The City Engineer said that the water does
this now. Councilman Sheridan asked how the City could guarantee the water
draining on the dirt portion. Mayor Kirkham commented that without black-
topping all the way to 63rd Way, l�e did not see how a letter could be
wrrtten. The Representative said that they were not speaking of a great
deal of water. The only problem would be in the spring time. The F.H.A.
understands that there will be storm sewer in the area sometime. Councilman
Harris said that the City could not take the position that this swale is in
any way a permanent solution. Councilman Sheridan said that the letter could
state, however, that this is a minimal temporarv solution.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to authorize the letter stating that this is to
be considered only a temporary minimal solution, and that there are no
pending storm sewer assessments at this time. Seconded by Councilman Liebl.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
DESIGNATING DEPOSITORY FOR CITY FUNDS: (Chapter 7 13)
MOTION by Councilman Harris to designate Fridley State Bank as the City
of Fridley's depository, Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
� RESOLUTION #1-1970 - RESOLUTION DESIGNATING LEGAL NEWSPAPER: (Chapter 12.01)
MOTION by Councilman Aarris to designate Fridley Sun as the City of Fxidley's
legal newspaper, and adopt Resolution #1-197C. Seconded by Councilman
Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, �layor Kirkham declared the
motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION #2-1970 - RESOLUTION SETTING COONCIL MEETING DAY AND TIME:
(Charter 3.01 as amended)
It was agreed by the Council to hold the Regular Council Aleetings on the First
and Third Mondays of the month and the Public Hearing Meeting on the second
Monday of the month, Meetings to start at 7:30 F M.
MOTION by Councilman 5heridan to adopt Resolution #2-1970. Seconded by
Councilman Lieb1. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Dlayor Klrkham declared
the motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION #3-1970 - RESOLUTION EXTENDING T�RMS ON BOAP,IlS AND COMMTSS20NS OF
THE CITY OF FRIDLEY:
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution �r3-1970. Seconded by Council-
man Lierl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried unanimously.
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R�GULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 5� 1970
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REC�IVING THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF DECEMBER 17� 1969
It was pmnted out that the �tems for Northern Pacific Railway have already
been taken care of by setting the Public Hearing date for the rezoning for
Pebruary 9, 1970.
1 SPECIAL USE PERMIT (SP #69-02) HARLAND P. BERRY� FOR DOUBLE B�NGALOW
IN R-1 DISTRICT•
Lot 1, Block 1, Ostman's 3rd Addition
The City Engineer explained that this is for a corner lot and the Planning
Commission recommended approval of the plan, sub�ect to some conditions
found in the Board of Appeals Minutes. fle then showe$ the lot on the screen.
Initially NLr. Berry indicated that he would be willing to give the dedications
needed but since then the people that are going to be buying the double
bungalow have ob7ected to the dedications.
Mr. Berry brought the plans forward for a discussion at the Council table.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve the plan sub7ect to the Boaxd of
Appeals and Planning Commission recommendations and subject to a 40' ease-
ment on the east side of the 1ot, a 20� easement on the west side and a
triangular piece of property in the southwest corner of the lot. The motion
was seconded and upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried unanunously
2. APARTMENT SURVEY REPORT AND LAND US� AND TAX SURVEY REPORT:
The City Engineer passed out the reports for the Conncil to study.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive the report, Seconded by Council-
man Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, a11 voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive the Minutes of the Planning Commission
Meeting of December 17, 1969, Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a
voice vote, all voting aye� Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carr�ed
unanimously.
RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE BUILDING STANDARDS-DESIGN CONTROL SUHCOMMITTEE
M�ETING OF D�CEMBER 18, 1969
CONSIDERATION OF A RE�EST
R BLENDING WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS TO BE LOCATED ON LOT
WAREHOUSE
COb1MfiRCE PARK ADDITION� THP� SAME BEING 7541 COMMERCE LANE N,E,� PRIDLEY,
MINNESOTA. (REQUEST BY BALCO BUILDING SYSTEMS� INC., 2801 WAYZATA
BOULEVARD, MINNEISPOLI5� MINN. 55405):
The City Engineer said that this is a request for a building permit �or a
building 7ust south of the Food Bonanza in Commerce Park. The Building
Board recommended approval subject to their stipulations. He suggested that
it should also be made sub7ect to N.S.S.S.D. approval of the effluent,
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� Councilman Sheridan questioned their not conforming to the aesthetics of
the rest of Commerce Park. The other buildings are of concrete block
construction. The City Attorney brought up the point that there are some
restrictive covenants covering Commerce Park.
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Mr. Sack Jarrard of Balco Building Systems came forward with some eleva-
tions to present to the Council. There followed a lengthy discussion
regarding the aesthetics of the building.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve the building permit sub7ect to the
stipulations of the Building Board and adding� 6. Sub�ect to approval of
the effluent by N.S S.S.D 7. That the west wall of the warehouse portion
should be brick at least 5' up from the foundation and more at the builders
discretion. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson, Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive the Minutes of the Building Standards-
Design Control Subcommittee Meeting of December 18, 1969. Seconded by
Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
RECEIVING BIDS F
January 2, 1970)
Sidder
Minnesota Onan Corp
AWARDING CONTRACT FOR EL�CTRIC GENERATOR:
Bid Bond
Cert. Check
$628.85
Base Bid
$12,577.00
(Bids opened
Alternate #1
Add $1,568 00
The City Manager explained that there was one bid received and the alternate
is for a radiator package for conversion of the unit from City water cooling
to radiator cooled, The recommendation is that the alternate be included in
the 1971 budget and that the City accept the base bid of $12,577.00.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to concur with the recommendation of the
Administration and award the bid for an electric generator to Minnesota
Onan Corp in the amount of $12,577.00 with the alternate to be included in
the 1971 budget. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, a11
voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDERATION OF REQIIEST FOR PERMISSION FOR ANNUAL JAYCEE CHRISTMAS TR�E BURNING
The Fire Prevention Bureau Chief stated that the Fire Chief had talked to
the Minnesota Aiz Pollution Control Agency and in their opinion, they are
the ones that have the �urisdiction� so this apPlication should be directed
to them, They indicated that inasmuch as the Jaycees had already gone to the
expense of publication of their a.ntentions, that a permrt would be granted
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to approve the request sub�ect to approval of
� the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Seconded by Councilman Liebl, Upon
a voice vote, al1 voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried
unanimously.
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Councilman Sheridan said that he had received an ob�ection to the burning by
a constztuent and he told him that under the circumstances, the permit would ,
probably be granted,
Mr Richard Harris, a member of the audience, questioned what would happen
to the Christmas trees next year. Also the old shacks and brush piles t$at
are now being burned, if the burning a.s prohibited. They have not as yet
provided an alternate. The City Manager said that the County is presently
exploring a means of disposal by a land fi11 method with the rubbish being
baled, hauled away and covered with dirt. Councilman Sheridan commented that
although he was not in disagreement with the burning ban, he ob7ected to the
Pollution Control Agency putting pressure on the City of Fridley while
allowing Northern States Power to continue to pollute the air.
CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTANC� OF A DEED POR LOT 1� BLOCK 3� GREAT NORTHERN
INDUSTRIAL CENT�R:
MOTION by Councilman Harris to accept the deed and authorize the Mayor and
City Manager's signatures. Seconded by Councilman 5amuelson, Upon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
ORDERING ADDITIONAL STREET LIGHTS AND CHANGES OF LIGHTS:
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to concur with the recommendation of the City
Engineer. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Opon a voice vote� a11 voting
aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OP FIRE DEPARTMENT PAYROLL: (June through December) �
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to approve payment oP the Fzre Department payroll.
Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, a11 voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
DISCUSSION REGARDING REQUESTED CREDIT FOR WATER HOOKUP CHARGE^ (Mr. Richard
E, Osman)
The City Manager explained that Mr. Richard Osman� 583D Stinson Slvd� had
hooked up to the New Brighton water system and paid connection and other
charges to New Brighton in the amount of $333.35. Now there is a water line
going into Fridley and he feels that unless he is given credit for the New
Brighton charge, erther directly to him by the City of Fridley or through
turn over of funds to Frzdley, that he could not hookup to �'ridley. New
Brighton has not provided for any reimbursement.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive the letter from Mr, Richard E. Osman
dated December 12, 1969 and deny the request and instruct the Administration
to direct a letter to him giving him this information Seconded by Council-
man Samuelson, Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried unanimously.
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RESOLUTION �4-1970 - RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TIIE SPLITTING OF SPECIAL
ASSESSMENTS ON PARCEL 320� AUDITOR'S SUHDIVISION #92, AND PARCELS 15D AND
250, WORREL`S ADDITION AND REPLATTING SNTO AMBER OAKS ADDITION
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution #4-1970. Seoonded by
Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, a11 voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declaxed the motion carried unanimously_
CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FROM ERICK50N PETROLEUM CORPORATION TO MAINTAIN
ROADWAY:
The Crty Attorney advised that before the road is maintained, the City
should obtain the deed.
MOTION by Councilman Lzebl to maintain the roadway as requested upon
receipt of the deed. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote,
all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously
ACCEPTING RL^'SIGNATION FROM THOMAS D. COCHRAN, PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION:
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive the resignation from Thomas D.
Cochran dated December 21, 1969, and ask him if he would consider continuinq
to serve until the appointments are completed, and authorize a Certificate
of Appreciation be prepared. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a vmce vote,
all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unan�.mously
CLAIMS:
MOTION ]�y Councilman Sheridan to authorize payment of General Claims k20152
through '�20360 and Liquor Claims #4017 through #4056. Seconded by Council-
man Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kixkham declared the
motion carried unanimously.
LICENSES
MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve the £ollowinq licenses:
MIILTIPLE DWELLING - September l� 1969 to September 1, 1970
NAME
John E. Kassulker
Rt. 2, Box 124
Onamia, Minnesota
GAS SERVICES
Comfort Heating & A/C
2531 Marshall St. N.E.
Mlnneapolis, Minnesota
ADDRESS
6530-2nd St, N.E.
By. Raymond Fris
UNITS
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FEE
$10.00
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GAS SERVIC�S (Continued)
Clarence E. Nelson Htg. & A/C
Box 390, Route �4
Osseo, Minnesota By Clarence E. Nelson
William Ridler Plbg. & Htg.
310 West 33rd Street
Minneapol�s, Minnesota By� William F. Ridler
GENERAL CONTRACTOR
Burns/Fallon Contractors
780-lOth Street N.W.
New Brighton, Minnesota By: Dennis P. Burns
United Construction Co.
4517 Minnetonka &oulevard
Minneapolis, Minnesota By: Vincent Rockler
HEATING
Comfort Heating & A/C
2531 Marshall Street N.E.
Minneapolis, Minnesota By: Raymond Fris
Clarence E. Nelson Htg. & A/C
Box 390, Route �k4
Osseo, Minnesota By: Clarence E. Nelson
William Rzdler P1bg. & Htg.
310 West 33rd Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota By: William F. Ridler
MASONRY
Olson Concrete Company
5010 Hills-boro Avenue North
New Hope, Minnesota By. Bennie O. Olson
SIGN ERECTION
Brede Signs
2211 Broadway Avenue N.E.
Minneapolis, Minnesota By: Jim Bratlund
Meyers Sign Service, Inc,
6416 Highway #7
Minneapolis, Minnesota By: Arthur G. Meyers
Schubert Outdaor Adv, Co.
2508 East 25th Street
Plinneapolis, Minnesota By• Lawrence H. Schubert
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Plbg. Insp.
Bldg. Insp.
Bldg. Insp.
P1Y�g Insp.
Plbg, Insp.
Plbg. Tnsp.
Bldg. Insp.
Bldg. Easp.
Hldg, Tnsp,
Bldg. Insp.
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SIGN ERECTION (Continued)
Naegele Outdoor Adv. Co. of
Twin Cities
17Q0 West 78th Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota
SERVTCE STATION
By^ Myron E. Ohland
PDQ
6071 Univez'sity Avenue PS.E.
Fridley, Minnesota By: Charles West
CIGARETTE
PDQ
6071 University Avenue N.E.
Fridley, Minnesota By: Charles West
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APPROVPD .SY
Bldg. Insp.
Bldg. Insp. &
Fire Insp.
Chief of Police
Seconded by Councilman Samuelson Upon a voice vote, a11 voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously
ESTIMAT�S
MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve payment of the following estimates
Keys Well Drilling Company
413 North Lexington Parkway
St. Paul, Minnesota 55104
PARTIAL Estimate #2 for work completed and
construction of Water Improvement Pro�ect
'�95, Schedule A-1 according to contract
PARTIAL Estimate �2 for work completed and
constrnction of Water Improvement Pro�ect
#95, Schedule A-2 and A^3 according to
contract
$11,141.10
$14,156,55
Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote� all voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
REQUEST FOR USE OF COUNCIL CHAMBERS BY METROPOLITAN TRANSIT COMPIISSION�
JANUARY 22, 1970, 7_30 P.M
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to approve the use of the Council Chambers�
January 22, 1970, by the Metropolitan Transit Commission. Seconded by
Councilman LiebL Opon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared
the motion carried unanimously.
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REQUEST FOR USE OF COUNCIL CHAMBERS BY GOP COMMITT�E� JANUARY 15� 1970�
8 00 P.M.•
MOTIDN by Councilman Sheridan to approve the use of the Council Chambers,
January 15, 1970, by the GOP Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carrzed unanimously.
FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO PROHIHIT TRUCKS ON CERTAIN DESIGNATED
STREETS IN THE CITY OF FRIDL�Y:
MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve the Ordinance on first reading and
waive the reading. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a roll call vote,
Sheridan, Kirkham, Liebl, Harris and Samuelson voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
RECEIVING LETT�RS CONCERNING STAND OF THE COUNCIL IN OPPOSITION TO THE YOUNG
SOCIALIST ALLIANCE
Mayor Kirkham reported that he had been challenged to a debate on Channel 11
television which was replayed on KSTP and WLOL Radio. He said that he
received a great many telephone calls and since he started keeping track, he
totalled over 100, in addition to 37 letters commending the Council on their
stand. I3e said that when the action was taken he had no idea they would
receive this type of a response. The letters received were from people
throughout the central Minnesota area.
Councilman Harris, who was not present when the resolution was passed,
commended the Council on passing the resolution.
Mayor Kirkham commented that he had received one call from a woman who
identified herself as a socialist, but refused to identify hersel£ further.
She was in opposition to the stand taken.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive the letters. Seconded by Councilman
Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried unanimously.
DISCUSSION REGARDING RETURN OF CONNECTiON CHARGES UNDER THE SUPPLEMENTAL USE
AGREEMENT WITH NORTH SUBURSAN SANITARY SEWER DISTRICT�
The Council discussed the law suit of Johanson, Smith et al which is pending.
Shey paid the connection charges under protest. Councilman Harris said that
it now appears to be in the best interest of the City to have the law suit
dismissed by reimburszng those who have paid This would rid the City of the
possibility of further law suits. It was agreed by the Council that the City
is morally obligated to return the funds wh�.ch have been held in escrow,
Councilman Sheridan questioned whether the money would be returned to the
owner or the builder The City Attorney suggested that both names should
appear on the check. He indicated that the return of these funds will take
time because finding the fee owner is often di£ficult. The costs for handling
the matter would be taken out of interest from the money.
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The Finance Director pointed out that to take the money from the Utilities
� Fund would deplete the fund while additional costs are beiny accrued for new
wells and three additional sewer hookups the City is making to N.S.S.S D.
- The Crty Attorney pointed out that the fees for the permits should never be
a xevenue xaiser, but should just cover the cost of operation.
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P10TIDN by Councilman Sheridan to instruct the City Attorney, Finance Director
and the City Alanager to get together to discuss how this return of the funds
should be accomplished and give their recommendations to the Council. Also,
to authorize settlement of the law suit of Johanson, Smith et al versus the
Ca.ty of Fridley. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all
voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURN
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to ad�ourn the Meeting. The motion was seconded
and upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the Regular
Council Meeting of Sanuary 5, 1970, ad�ourned at 11:25 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Mayor
*' Following is the list of letters received supporting stand on Y.S.A.
Mrs. Ullman
Eor United Neighbors
Minneapolis
Helena Jatniers
S.E. Minneapolis
P.E. Baurstrom
E1k River, iKinn.
Stan Sarta
Mankato, Minn.
A.J. Flauscha
R1ver Fa11s, W1.s.
Mrs. Maynard Ingalls
Princeten, Minn.
H.D Heckenlaible
Sandstone, Minn.
Roy Christians
Bloomington, Minn.
Mrs. K.F. Stewart
Coon Rapids, Minn.
Mayor of Roseville
Mayor T. Jorgensen
Tylerr Minn.
H. Skelly
N.E. hlinneapolis
J.B, Head
for United Veterans
Minneapolis
Sons of the American
Revolution
Minneapolis Chapter
Mr. Fogarty
Eau Clair, Wis.
A. Lopez
S, Minneapolis
D. Srouillar3
Alinneapolis
D. Spencer
Columbia Hea.ghts
K. Cameron
Ed1na
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Dr. Christianson G. Kock
Rice Lake, Wis. 5. Minneapolis
Mr. & Mrs. Fred Bosak Don Bailey
Pridley New Brighton
Loren W. LeVan
Council N.E. Minneapolis
Ed Erickson� Mayor Elect
New Hope
J.E. Fife
Bloomington
W. Fresonke
Golden Va11ey
B, Sorenson
Bloomington
D. Slater for
Minn. Citizens
Legislative League
St. Paul
G W. Russler
Minneapolis
Bob Dale
Minneapolis
Russel Pahl
Moundsview
Dale Simonson
Bloomington
S Lundgren
Richfield
H. Radman
S Minneapolis
R.L. Boe
Fridley