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THE MINUT�S OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 1� 1971 �
PLE➢GE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Kirkham lead the Council and the audience in saying the Pledge of Allegiance
to the Flag.
INVOCATION:
Reverend Bergren, Redeemer Lutheran Church of£ered the Invocation.
ROLL CALL:
MEMBERS PR�SENT: Liebl, Breider, Kelshaw, Kirkham, Harris (Arrived at 8:20 P.M.)
MEMSERS ABSENT; None
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE R�GULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF FESRUARY l. 1971:
MOTION by Councilman Kelshaw to adopt the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting
of February 1, 1971 as presented. Seconded by Counca.lman Liebl.
Councilman Liebl questioned the meaning of "approving the settlement in principle"
as stated on Page 19 under the item: "Consideration of Resolution Concernrng
Liquor Store Employees." He said that at that time he had asked for time fo
study the proposal, and wondered if the Council action would be to now ratify it. �
The Acting City Manager said that it would not be proper to ratify the settlement
before the negotiations are completed.
THE VOTE upon the motion, being a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTL^'S OF TFIE PUBLIC HEARING MEETING OE FEBRUARY 8, 1971:
MOTION by Councilman Kelshaw to adopt the Minutes of the Special Public Hearing
Meeting of February 8, 1971 as presented. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon
a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
.ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
Mayor Kirkham commented that he had no items to add to the Agenda, but he would
like the privileqe of moving the items, and taking them out of order to accommodate
the audience interested in certain items.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt the Agenda as presented. Seconded by Councilman
Breider, Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried.
VISITORS:
Mr. Carl Paulson asked about Item #30 dealing with a proposed Ordinance that would '
require a double garage for a single family residence. He asked if there would
be any exception for the garage where the lots are not large enough. Mayor
Kirkham said that they could always go to the Board of Appeals in hardship cases,
such as cases where the lot is n,ot large enough. This Oxdinance is only proposed
and open for study.
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� FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE UNDER SECTION 12.07 OF CITY CHARTER TO VACATE
STREETS AND ALLEYS AND TO AMEND APPENDIX C OF THE CITY CODEc (SAV #71-01,
Pro�ect St. 1970-3)
The City Engineer showed the area on the screen and said that this is for the
loopback arrangement of the service roads on University Avenue. This hearing
was held February 8, 1971 with no objections. As soon as the property is
released by the Minnesota State Highway Department, the City of Fridley could
vacate it. This is for the intersections of 61st Avenue and 57th Avenue wrth
T.x. #47.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to approve the Oxdinance on fiYSt zeading and waive
the reading. Seconded by Councilman Kelshaw. Upon a roll call vote, Breider,
Kelshaw, Kirkham, and Liebl voting aye, Mayc�r Kirkham declared the motion
carried.
RECEIVING PETITION #18-1970 INDTCATING NO OBJSCTION TO THE REZONING OF PROPERTY
AS PER REZONING REQUE5T ZOA #70-06� BY SID BADER TO REZONE FROM R-1 TO R-3 THE
SOUTH 301 FEET OF LDT 4� AUDITOR'S 5UBDIVISION #108:
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FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE TO 11MEND THE CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY
MINNEOSTA SY MAKING A CHANGE IN ZONING DISTRICTS.
� Mr. Zeonard .7uster was present representing Sid Bader. He said that he is a
reputable builder and has worked closely with the engineering o£fice. Mx. ]h�umm
(ad7acent neighbor) has talked to him about moving his driveway to the other side
of the lot. He said that he was sure that the proposal sata.sfied the neighbors.
MOTION by Councilman Breider to receive Peta.tion No. 18-1970. Seconded by
Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared
the motion carried.
Councilman Liebl asked if the problem with Mr. Drumm has been solved. Mr• Suster
said that his client has met with Mr. Drumm and agreed that there could either be
the driveway for a buffer or landscape screening. Councilman Breider said that
he understood that the rezoning would be only the south i� of the lot up to the
street. The City Engineer said yes, there would be a street easement that would
have to be acquired at this time. There should also be an agreemenc thai he
will pay his share of the asses5ments for water, sewer, storm sewer and street,
as this would be a double frontage lot. Councilman Kelshaw asked if Mr. Drumm
signed the petition. The City Engineer said that Mr. Drunun was not sure of his
feelings at this time.
MOTION by Councilman Breidex to approve the Ordinance on first reading and waive
the reading. Seconded by Councilman Kelshaw. It was pointed out that the second
reading would not be held until the City received the right of way necessary and
there is an agreement signed that they will accept the assessments for sewer,
' water, storm sewer and street on the north '� of Lot 4. Upon a roll call vote,
Breider, Kelshaw, Kirkham, and Liebl voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried.
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FIRST READING OP AN ORDINANCE UNDER SECTION 12.07 OF THE CITY CHARTER TO VACATE
STREETS AND ALLEYS AND TO AMEND APPENDIX C OF THE CITY CODE: (5AV #70-D5�
Jaroslaw Abramshuk)
The Crty Engineer said that the hearing for tha.s item was held February 8, 1971
and involves a vacation of a small portion of an easement no longer needed.
Mr. Abramshuk has already built his garage over a portion of the easement.
There were no ob�ections to the proposed vacation.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to approve the Ordinance on first reading and waive
the reading. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a roll call vote, Liebl,
Breider, Kelshaw, and Kirkham voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried.
FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 32 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF
FRIDLEY BY PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE FIRE PREVENTION CODE, EDITION 1970
A5 RECOMMENDED BY THE AMERICAN INSURANCE ASSOCIATION AND ADDING PROVISIONS
RELATIVE TO THE SALE, TRANSPORTATION AND USE OF EXPLOSIVES AND AMMUNITIONS:
Councilman Breider said that there was a mistake in Section 12.16 (2) on Page 18
in the word "purchases" and asked that this be corrected.
Councilman Kelshaw said that according to the Ordinance a person requesting
explosives convicted of a felony within the last 10 years must report to the
Chief of Pola.ce within 8 hours. Should he not report immediately?
MOTION by Councilman Kelshaw to amend Section 12.16 (2) on Page 18 to provide for
the stipulation that the seller must contact the Chief of Police immediately
at the time of the sale when selling to a person convicted of a felony within the
last 10 years.
Councilman Liebl said that this amendment would make it mandatory that the
Chief of Police be contacted immediately, but should there not be a reasonable
amount of time given? He wondered if this could be en£orced with the term
"immediately".
Counca.lman Kelshaw said that if the seller is aware of the fact that a man has
been convicted of a felony, failure to turn over the completed forms to the Police
Chief would be a violation of the Ordinance. The Acting City Manager pointed out
that the seller did not have to do this if the buyer had not been convicted of
a felony. This question would be on the purchase form. Councilman Liebl
thought that even if a person had been convicted of a felony, he wou7d not admit
it. This Ordinance should be enforceable from a practical standpoint. He
wondered if there should not be spelled out a certain length of time.
The Acting City Attorney, .Tames Gibbs, agreed that if a person was a felon, he
would not go to a hardware store and admit it. Sf the person is a known felon,
then the Chief of Police should be notified immediately.
Mayor Kirkham suggested that the Ordinance be passed on first reading as it
stands, and returned to the Chief of the Fire Prevention Bureau and the Chief
of Police for further study and returned with the language changed.
THE AMENDMENT was dropped by Councilman Kelshaw.
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' MOTION by Councilman Liebl to table this and ask the City Attorney to draw u�
a more adequate proposal. He said that Section 12.16 (2) was too flimsy and he
had some ob�ections to items contained on Page 17 and would like to discuss this
more. He felt that he was not in a position to pass on this Ordinance at this
time.
Councilman Harris arrived at the Meeting at 8:20 P.b1.
MOTION WITHDRAWN by Councilman Liebl.
MOTION by Councilman Kelshaw to approve the Oxdinance on first xeading and waive
the reading. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a roll call vote, Breider,
Kelshaw, Kirkham and Liebl voting aye, Harris abstaining as he had �ust arrived,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
CONSIDERATION OF MEMO REGARDING OPERATION OF CANTERBURY INNE:
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive the memorandum from th� Chief of Police
dated February 10, 1971 in regard to the operation of the Inne. Seconded by
Councilman Breider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared
the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. George S. Wo�ciak, Canterbury Inne, said that he was afraid that this was all
a mistake and he was not a.nterested in doing anything of the nature outlined in
' the memo. He said that at this time he would also like to bring up another
problem. He said that he has made application for his licenses, but it was too
late to be on the Agenda. He had the receipts and completed forms with him.
Mayor Kirkham said that Canterbury Inne would be added to the licenses when this
item comes up on the Agenda. Councilman Liebl asked if fie was the present
owner of Canterbury. Mr. Wo]ciak said yes, '-s owner since September. Councilman
Liebl said that application for his licenses should have been made before this,
and Mr. Wo�ciak said yes, he realized this now, but was unaware of it before.
RESOLUTSON NO. 22-1971 - A RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE ANOKA COUNTY COMMISSIONER5 TO
REDUCE THE IMPACT OF THROUGH TRAFFIC ON EA5T RIVER ROAD IN FRIDLEY:
Councilman Liebl said that he would like to ask the Mayor to read the resolution
aloud, which the Mayor did.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution #22-1971. Seconded by Councilman
Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION #23-1971 - A RESOLUTION REQUESTTNG ANOKA COUNTY TO PROCEED WITH THE
IMPROVEMENT OF EAST RIVER ROAD BETWEEN INTER5TATE #694 AND RICE CRE�K IN TH�
CITY OF FRIDLEY:
Councilman Liebl asked permission of the Mayor to read the Resolution aloud for
the benefit of the audience interested in this rtem. He then read the Resolution,
' and explained that this Resolution was approved unanimously by the Council at
their last executa.ve session.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt Resolution #23-1971. Seconded by Councilman
Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carxied unanimously.
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RESOLUTION #24-1971 - A RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND FINAL PLANS AND �
SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATES OF COSTS THEREOFa STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
ST. 1971-3:
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt Resolution #24-1971 and waive the reading.
Seconded by Councilman Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Ka.rkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
OF RICE CREEK HIKING TRAIL AND NATURE CENTER:
Mrs. Betty Ann Mech, 1315 66th Avenue N.E., said that about l� years ago members
of the corr¢nittee started investigating having a nature trail in Fridley. They
have .Ueen heartened by the response oP the public. There is already much land
along Rtce Creek that has been purchased and owned by the City. Last June they
took a canoe trip down Rice Creek.
Mr. Gerald Sadowski, 401 Rice Creek Terrace N.E., said that he was a member of
the committee and has also taken the canoe trip down Rice Creek. He then made
a presentation with the use of slides showang Rice Creek.
Mrs. Mech gave a short explanation of what a nature center is and presented the
Council with material about Richfield's and Bloomington`s nature centers. There
would be a lot of educational things such as taxidermy and bird studies. She had
a list with her of the types of birds seen on Rice Creek. She said that she
attended a Metropolitan Council Meeting and there was a lady there from Nine �
Mile Creek asking that something be done to save the creek. There could be
seen raw sewage floating on the creek and the creek had been dredged out into
a straight line. This is what Rice Creek could look like in 10 years. She
said that the Metropolitan Council was a.mpressed with the Rice Creek area.
She said that Mr. Jerome Hegstrom of the Metropolitan Council would talk about
plans for the area.
Mr. Jerome Hegstrom of the Metropolitan Council said that one of the most critical
concerns is how do we preserve these areas. What can be done to retain these wild
areas? St. Paul has taken a number o£ drainage ways and now has to ask for an
expensive storm sewer system to take care of the drainage. Not providing for the
preservation of these areas �.s losing something of value from the environment.
There are birds living naturally in their surroundings with no buildings. There
must be emphasis placed on ecology, and how this relates to nature areas. Part
of this area has been determa.ned to be studied in detail. There has been pressure
for controls for flooding in the watershed district. One reason for talking
about this sort of thing is what happened at Lino Lakes where the results of
siltation had a disasterous affect on the fish life. He stressed the importance
of preservation of natural areas all up and down the creek.
Mr. Hegstrom then showed an overlay map indicating the basic characteristics of the
watershed area. This entire area filters to the Mississippi River. There is
ponding and it serves as a recharge area for the entire metropolrtan area. He
saa.d that they were not sure �ust what the ground water potential was. He showed
the low lands and the water bodies and said that there were many shallow lakes or '
deep marshes. He said that there was some residential and industrial property on
Rice Creek. There have been some flooding problems experienced. He said it would
seem wise to use land water controls and again stressed the importance of
preservation of ecology.
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' Mr. Hegstrom continued in regard to natuYe trails, they looked at the stretch
from Mississippi River to Long Lake. This goes 7ust into New Srighton through
Locke Park and is abou'� 3� miles. This is one of the closest in areas of this
nature in the metropolitan area. We now have a chance to preserve this area and
there may not be this chance later• On behalf of the Board, he said that they
will not go where they are xxot wanted and they must have the cooperation of the
communities. Because of land regulations he did not think that they could do
more than 25 miles in the next 10 years. They will choose an area where the
community has a real interest and are prepared to work with them. There have been
funds set aside, but it will not be developed until it is known what communitzes
are willing to cooperate. Some of the home owners £eel threatened by this and
the planner must make suxe their plans clo not pose a threat to the abutting home
owners Some of these limitations compel them to come to the community and ask
for cooperation. He then showed a map of the creek lands now under public
ownership. This makes it a likely area since much of the land a.s alx'eady under
public ownership. He said that he had talked to Medtronics and they have expressed
the thought that �hey may hire a consultant to do the preliminary planning work.
They feel that this would be a good thing for the community. There should be a
consultiant soon, as spring is nearly here. He said that he would like an
opportunity to work with the City staff people. Perhaps the City could hire a
consul�ant. He said that he is now asking if it would be possible to work with
the staff people to develop a proposal between the Metropolitan Council and the
City of FYidley_
' Mrs. Mech said that she had talked to A1 Kordiak and Mike O'Bannon, County
Commissioners, and they were enthusiastic. They advised that this proposal be
presented to the Council. She said that she was at the School Board meeting a
couple of weeks ago and they were very much interested. She also visited New
Bra.ghton and talked to their City Manager and Parks Director and they were
interested. They have �ust purchased 20 acres that would connect with Locke
Lake. The Parks and Recreation Commission of Fridley recommended that the Council
pursue this. She said that this a.s something that Fridley residents should be
proud to have in their city.
Councilman Liebl said that to a.nitiate a program the cooperation of the involved
crties ys needed.He asked Mr. Hegstrom what would be needed to get things
started, $10,000? Mr. Hegstrom said that there would have to l�e more detailed
planning at this point. He had been given a rough estimate of what the consaltant
costs would be and he thought that it would not be more than $10,000. Councilman
Liebl said that rt seemed appropriate that the County government, City government
and the School District set aside a certain amount in their budgets. Mr. Hegstrom
said that other communities would be inva.ted to participate in this program.
Councilman Liebl questa.oned the area for such an undertaking. Mr. Hegstrom said
that it could extend from the New Brighton boundary, about 3�� miles, through
Locke Park. This would involve two communities and two counties. After a
detailed srte plan is made, it might be recommended that rt be terminated at some
other place.
Councilman Harris said thank you for coming before the Council. He said he is one
� of the concerned citizens living on the creek, and he recognizes the problems
with the creek. It is a very beautiful creek, and they must work together to
keep it that way. He said that the request to sit down with the City Planning
� Department seemed appropriate. It they are going before the County Board, they
must have something reduced to writing. There has been some acquisition of land
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east of Central Avenue and there must be some long range plans for £lood control
He too, would like to see the wildlife maintained. He felt that the suggestion
by Mr. Hegstrom to get together with the Planning Depaxtment was a good idea,
to see what could be put together.
CONSI➢ERATION OF INSTALLING LOCKE PARK ENTRANCE 5IGNS ON PUBLIC STREET
WAY AND WAIVER OF TfIE FE�S: (Request by Fridley Jaycees)
The City Engineer said that the proposal is to put one sign at the new road cut
into Locke Park from 73rd Avenue west of Target Warehouse, and the other one
on 71st Avenue. His only recommendation is that they be installed on the
property line and he said he would work with them on that. They would like
approval by the City Council and the fees waived.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to approve the signs and waive the fees. Seconded
by Councilman Harris.
Councilman Harris asked if there was adequate parking. The City Engineer said
that there were plans for developing the parking area.
A member of the Fridley Jaycees said that they had checked with the Paxk Board
and they felt that it would enhance Fridley. Over 50� of the people living in
Fridley do not know where Locke Park is. Mayor Kirkham commented that he was
sure that if the Jaycees were doing it, it would be a good pro�ect. Councilman
Kelshaw asked if there was any sign on T.H. #65. The City Engineer said yes,
a small sign. The member of the Jaycees said that this is one of their projects
for this year and they hope to work out other signs for the parks in the coming
years.
THE VOTE upon the motion, being a voice vote, all votxng aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR EXTENDING SPECIAL USE PERMIT FOR GOLF DRIVING RANGE
ON 8100 UNIVERSITY AVENUE TO COVER INSTALLATSON OF AN 18 HOLE MINIATURE GOLF
COUR5E: (Request by Roger .7ones)
The City Engineer explained that the applicant wishes to add an 18 hole miniature
golf course on the north side of his parcel. This involves no buildings, only
a fenced area. They will use the building already there for both activities.
His only recommendation to the Council is that the same stipulations that were
on the original permit extend to cover this activa.ty also. The specia� use
permit is only for tfiree years, at the end of that time it must be reapproved
annually until five years has expired.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve the request sub7ect to the same stipulations
contained in the onginal permit. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
RECEIVING THE MINUT�S OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF FEBRUARY 3� 1971:
REQUEST FOR SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP #71-01, SY ALBERT M. JOHNSON: To permit
construction of a double bungalow in an R-1 District as per Fridley City
Code, Section 45.051, 3D, to be located on Lot 7, Block 1, Al Rose Adda.tion.
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' The City Engineer said that this request is for a special use permit on part of
some property that is part of A1 Rose Addition which has already been approved.
The Planninq Commission has held their hearinq and recommended approval of the
special use permrt request for Lot 7 svbject to his providing access of£ Alden
Way instead of East River Road. The Planning Department tries to discourage
additional direct traffic on East River Road. Council action now would be if
they approve, to approve the request by a 4/5 vote.
Mr. Al1an C. Mattson, 6320 Riverview Terrace, said that he had sold 1C parcels
to Mr. Sohnson. He said at that time there was to be an easement to East River
Road to get into this lot, and Mr. Mattson said fine. AfteK submitting the plat,
the access easement to Alden Way £or the street reduces a 70 foot lot to 60 feet.
He would not be interested in building nice homes on each side of this easement
and havinq the cars dxive between the two houses. They would have to drive
within 5' of the homes. He did not feel that he could have a street going
through there. He said that Mr. Sohnson zs no longer interested in his plans
with this condition. He is in accord with everything except this.
The City Engineer said that the plat d1d show a utility and access easement.
There is a common driveway for three houses that comes out on Alden Way. He
then showed the plans at the Council table. He said that these are 95' lots,
and the requirement is 75'. Mi. Sohnson said that he would like his access coming
out on East River Road. The building would face East River Road. Councilman
Liebl asked if there would be the same setback as the other buildings in the area.
� Mr. Johnson said that he understood that this is one of the requirements.
Mr. Mattson said that he noticed on the Agenda there is a proposed Ordinance
making it a requirement that there be double garages. He said that there would
not be room. Councilman Harris said that he could always come before the Board
of Appeals if rt is a hardship case.
Mr. Johnson said that he would have to have access onto East River Road or else
he would not include this lot on the plat. Mayor Kirkham commented that it
could possibly hinder the T.O.P.I.C.S. case if they were to grant another access.
The City Engineer said that if the Council approved the easement coming onto
East Ittver Road, it would be a common driveway easement for four homes.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to approve �he Special Use Permrt requested by Mr.
Albert Sohnson sub,7ect to Lot 7 getting an easement fox the driveway between Lot
7 and Lot 8, to be used as a common driveway for two double bungalows. Seconded
by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice votie, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared
the motion carried unanimously.
The City Engineer said that there was no Council action required on the other
Planning Commission items.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to recea.ve the Minutes o£ the Planning Commission
Meeting oP February 3, 1971. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a voice
, vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
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RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMI5SION MEETING OF FEBRUARY 17� 1971: �
1. REZONING REQUEST� ZOA �71-01, BY WYMAN SMITH FOR VIKING CHEVROLET, INC.:
Rezone from M-2 (heavy industrial) to C-2 (general business areas) a parcel
600 feet in depth along the centerline of proposed 83rd Avenue from R/W
line of University Avenue and 1,675 feet north from centerline of proposed
83rd Avenue.
The City Engineer said that the Planning Commission recommendation to the Counail
was for approval of the rezoning. The Public Hearing has been scheduled for
March 15th because of a deadline on thea.r land commitments.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to reaffirm the Public Hearing for the Viking
Chevrolet rezoning for March 15, 1971. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon
a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried
unanimously.
2. REZONING REQUEST, ZOA #71-OZ, COLONIAL SEftVICES CO.: To Yezorie thdt paYt of
Block 1, Fridley Industrial Park Plat 1 lying N.E. of Hwy. #65 West Service
Drive as now laid out and traveled from M-2 (heavy industrial) to C-2
(general business). Located at the SW corner of Hwy. #65 and 73rd Avenue.
3. REQUEST FOR SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP #71-02, BY COLONIAL SERVICES CO.: To
locate a service station as pes Sect.ton 45,101, 3E, Fridley City Code in a '
C-2 District on that part of Block l, Fridley Industrial Park Plat 1 lying
NE of Hwy. #65 West Service Drive as now laid out and traveled.
MOTION by Councilman Breider to set the Public Hearing date for the rezoning
request and special use permit request by Colonlal Sexvices Co. for Apri1 12,
1971. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
4. RECEIVE PETTTION NO. 10-1971: Request for acquisition of land located
between Mississippi Street and Rice Creek Road and Stinson Boulevard and
Arthur Street (Richland, Inc. ZOA #70-07) for park purposes.
The City Engineer said that this Petrtion is Item #31 on the Council Agenda.
MOTTON by Councilman LYebl to receive Petition #10-1971. Seconded by Councilman
Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
5. FUNCTIONS OF THE PLANNING COMNISSION:
The City Engineer reported that the proposed Ordinance for providing a double
aftached garage to single residences has been given to the Planning Commission
and it is on their Agenda for next Wednesday night.
MOTION by Councilman Breider to receive the Minutes o,f the Planning Commission �
Meeting of February 17, 1971. 5econded by Councilman Harris for discussion.
Councilman Harris said that this proposed Ordinance should properly go to the
Planning Commission before coming to Council. The Planning Commission has the
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� right to review and make recommendations on any Ordinances dealing with the use
of land.
THE VOTE upon the motion, being a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE BUILDING STANDARDS - DESIGN CONTROL MEETING OF
FEBRUARX 18, 1971:
1. CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A CLAIMS OFFICE LOCATED ON LOT 11,
BLOCK 2, COMMERCE PARK, THE 5AME BEING 74UD UNIVERSITY AVENUE N.�., FRIDLEY
MINNE50TA. (REQUEST BY AMERICAN FAMILY INSURPI+ICE CO., 1745 UNIVERSITY AVENUE
ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA 55104):
The City Engineer said that this request was £or an insuxance clauns office �ust
south of the Pet Clinic on University Avenue West Service Drive. The Building
Board approved the request sub�ect to some stipulations. He pointed out that
this is a brick building, but there are block pa.lasters which the Board said must
be painted. He then showed a rendering o£ what the building would look like.
Councilman Harris questioned why they were not putting in brzck pilasters. He
felt that as thep would face the highway, they should be bra.ck. He suggested
that they could be of a different color. A Representative said that he did not
know how much they would have to change their plans to put in brick. They had
' planned on painted block. The City Engineer pointed out that brick is also
easier to maintain. Councilman Harris said that he would like to see them get
away from a painted surface so there would be less maintenance. He suggested
that any material be used that does not require maintenance.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve the plans for American Family Insurance
Company with the pilasters to be brick, glazed block, stone, or some material that
does not require maintenance. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote,
Breider, Kirkham, Liebl and Harris voting aye, Kelshaw abstaining, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried.
2. CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FOR PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF A CHANGE IN TFIE
BUSLDSNG LOGATIONS FOR PHASE I.II QF GEORGETOWN APARTMENTS LOCATED AT 564�,
5660, 5680, 5720, �74D EAST RIVER ROAD, FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA. (REQUEST BY
MAURICE FILISTER, 5750 EAST RIVER ROAD, FRIDLEY. MINNESOTA 55432):
The City Engineer said that this request is to change the location o£ Phase III
of the Georgetown Apartments. Mr. Filister would like to have them lined up
north/south facing the river. There is no change in the number of units. He
added that this complex does not have curbing on East River Road West Service
Road, and they should be made aware that there will be an improvment and they
will be assessed fox it.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to approve the change in location for the Third
Phase of the Georgetown complex requested by Maurice Filister. Seconded by
' Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared
the motion carried unanimously.
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RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING OF FEBRUARY 23, 1971:
A VARIANCE OF SECTION 56.05, 3A, FRIDLEY CITY CODE, TO INCREASE THE
MAXIMUM ROOF SIGN AREA FROM 78 SQUARE FEET (15°s OF TOTAL AREA OF WALL) TO
ll6 SQUARE FEET TO ALLOW THE ERECTION OF A SIGN TO BE LOCATED ON PARCEL
1500. S�� OF SECTION 13. T-30. R-24. ANOKA COUNTY. MINNESOTA. THE SAME
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STORE, 6227 HIGHWAY #65. FRIDLEY
WAREHOUSE
The City Engineer said that this request is for an area vara.ance for a wall sign.
The Board of Appeals recommended approval. He then showed the proposed sign and
said that they will be following the pattern of the rest of the shopping center
as far as height etc. is concerned. They feel that since they are so far �rom
T.FI. #65, the size of the sign is �ustified.
Mr. Stephen Winnick, Attorney, said that tha.s petition has been filed by Speed-
O-Laq Products Company, Inc. The shopping center lies diagonal tb Highway #65
and their store is some distance from the highway. This is the reason for the
requested variance. The sign will be no higher than the existing signs on the
other stores in the area. Their store is between Casino Royale and the carpet
store_ He added that he thought that their store is about 1000 feet £rom the
highway.
MOTION by Councilman Kelshaw to approve the area variance for a sign requested by
Factory Warehouse Store. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all
voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE PARKS AND RECREATIDN COMMISSION MEETING OE JANO'ARY
25, 1971:
MOTION by Councilman Breider to receive the Minutes of the Parks and Recreation
Commission Meeting of January 25, 1971. The motion was seconded and upon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
The Acting City Manager said that the City did get a reply from Burlington
Northern and they will lease a 300' X 40D' parcel on a temporary basis. They
would like a 30 day cancellation clause and are not intexested in leasing on a
long term basis. He added that he wall be talking with them again.
Councilman Liebl said that he would like to see something done on this in the
near future. Maybe in the spring they could put something in.
RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE FRIDLEY HT]MAN RELATIONS MEETING OF SANUARY 28� 1971:
MOTION by Councilman Breider to receive the Minutes of the Fridley Human Relations
Meeting of January 2S, 1971. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all
voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
RECESS•
Mayor Kirkham declared a recess from 9:45 P_M. to 10:00 P.M.
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RECEIVING BIDS ON LIQUOR STORES: (Bids Opened at 2:00 P.M. on Febxuary 26, 1971)
Bidder
Robert W. Mattson, Jr.
2410 Overlook Drive
Bloomington, Minnesota
Sames L- Stuart
2950 Central Avenue N.E.
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Soseph S. Daszkiewicz
3918 Xerxes Avenue North
Minneapolis, Minn. 55412
Max Saliterman
25 Universaty Avenue S.E.
Minneapola.s, Minnesota
Wearne F. Clayton
915 Washington St
Anoka, Minnesota
George Nicklow
4644 Aldrich Avenue So
Minneapolis, Minn.
Sherwood Jordahl
and
William C. Ladoucer
BIDS ON 6161 HIGHWAY #65
Surety
Bank Money
Order
$6,155.50
Hid Price
$123,110.00
$100,000.00
$175,000.00
$150,000.00
BIDS ON 3710 EAST RIVL^'R ROAD
Bank Money
Order
$4,405.00
Cashiex's
Check
$5,050.00
Cashier's
Checks
$2,550.00
$2,500.00
$5,050.00
$ 88,100.00
$101,000.00
for all of the
2.31 acres
$101,001.00
for 1.8 acres &
buildang
➢own Payment
$ 30,777.5D
$100,000.00
Payment in full upon
payment of SBA loan
$ 20,000.00
$ 22,025.00
$ 25,050.00
$ 26,000.00
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive the bids on the sale of the liquor stores.
Seconded by Councilman Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declaxed the motion,caxried unanimously.
Councilman Liebl suggested that the Council meet in executive session to discuss
the sale of the liquor stores.
�F REOUEST FOR NEW PARK GARZ�GE:
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The Acting City Manager e�lained that there is an item in the 1971 budget for
preliminary plans for the building. This is being brought to the attention of
' the Council in case there are any special instructions the Council would like to
pass on. This would probably be adding space onto the existinq garage building.
Councilman Harris said that the Paxks Department has indicated a need for
additional space. He said that he would hate to do some work now, then find that
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the Public Works also needs additional space. The Councal should take into ,
consideration the future needs of Public Works also and there should be some
accurate figures on the development of �the whole complex, rather than 7ust the
addition of a single structure.
Councilman Liebl said that there is $2500 in the budget for preliminary plans. He
said that he went up to the garage to look rt over and he agreed that they need
more space. He felt that something needed to be done immediately, not 7ust the
bare minimum. He asked Ralph Volkman, Park Foreman, what he felt should be done.
Mr. Volkman, Park Foreman, said that they would like to move from the present
facility and move to the City garage area. He pointed out that they need water
facilities and there is not a cement floor in the lunch room. They are asking
for a separate building to be near the City garage. Where they are now 'they
would need a cesspool as the sewer line is too high. They would also have to
clear some very nice trees which he would hate to lose. He said that they
would then be in a fenced area and close to the mechanics. They could then
use the same tools. Now, if there is a breakdown, the mechanic has to drive out
to their place to iix the equipment.
Councilman Liebl asked if they thought that thep could get an adequate building for
their estimate of $35,000. Mr. Volkman said that this was a rough estimate, and
they could build an attractive mefal structure.
Counci]man Harris asked Mr. Chesney, Director of Pt�blic Works, if, 1n his long �
range planning, there is a need to expand his building to take care of his
existing equipment. The Director of Public Works said that thep need another 3600
square feet to adequately house the equipment they have now. Ae said that he was
not asking that all their equipment be housed. Councilman Harris said that in
talking about multi-expansion, they should consider encompassing both Public
Works and the Parks Departrnent. The lunch room is too small and they need more
stalls. He suggested that there be a planner to develop plans to take into
consideration all the future needs for the City garage area. The City Engineer
said that he thought that it would be best to use the architect that designed the
original building. It might be that he already has some of the plans, and maybe
they could get a good estimate. He added that the existing building is a block
buylding and is more expensive than a metal bualding. Councilman Harris said
that he would rather not have a metal building. The Acting City Manager said
that they would bring back an overall plan.
Councilman Liebl questioned why the $2500 should be spent on plans - cou3d not
the City Engineer draw up the plans and the money be used for something else.
The City Engineer said that his department's time is not f�ee and there would
stxll be costs. They would stzll need an architect for the final drawings.
When a building is built, there are always planning and engineering costs.
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN METROPOLISAN SEWER BOARD, MESRO-
POLITAN COUNCIL, AND THE CTTY OF FRIDLEY:
The Acting City Manager said that the City Attorney has looked over the agreement '
and he feels that it is substantiaZly what has been discussed and recommends
approval.
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dated February 17, 1971, and approve the agreement and authorzze the Mayor
and City Clerk to sign the agreement. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a
voice vote, all voting aye, Mayox Kirkham declared the motion carxied unanimously.
RECEIVING PROGRESS REPORT ON BUILDING OF NEW PACRAGE LIQUOR STORE AT 37TH AND
EAST RIVER ROAD_
The Acting City Manager said that this report is given to the Council to gzve
them an idea of what to expeot in proceeding in different ways. He suggested
that this be discussed in an executive session when dealing with the liquor
store bids.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive the information and memorandum dated
February 25, 1971 from the Actinq City Manager. Seconded by Councilman FIarns.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried
un animous ly .
CONSIDERATIDN OF CHANGES IN BOUNDARIE5 OF WARDS AND PRECINCTS:
MOTION by Councilman Harra.s to receive the information contained in the Agenda
dated March l, 1971. Seconded by Counailman Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all
voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
� RECEIPT OF AND CONFIRNFITIOLd OE OFFER MA.DE TO POLICE UNION:
The Acting City Manager said that tha.s a.nformation is bzing given to the Council
as background information on negatiations wittx the police union and no action is
necessary by the Council at this time. Councilman Lieb1 asked if he would be
meeta.ng with them again. The Acting City Manager said yes, more than once.
Councilman Harris asked if this is the same layout as the resolution passed
before in other yeaxs. The Acting City Manager said that last year it was done
by agreement rather than by resolution. The liquor settlement was done by
resolution before. Councilman Harris asked if all the items in the resolution
are negotiable, and the Acting Ca.ty Manager said yes.
O£ficer Groines said that he is on the negotiating committee, but he has seen no
resolution. The Acting City Manager said that everything contained in the resolution
he has seen either this year or last year. The police union will have to approve
of the resolution befoxe the Caty Council adopts it.
MOTION by Councilman Kelshaw to recea.ve the pxogress report on the negotiations
with the police union. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. IIpon a voice vote, all
voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Liebl said that he asked at a former meeting when there was a similar
resolution regarding employees before them, for sufficient time to study the
proposal. He would like to have this resoluta.on come back befoxe them, and he
, would also like to know if they accepted it. He said that he wanied to do what
was in the best interest of the men, the City and the citizens.
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CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR REMOVAL OF SSIPULATION FOR EXIT AND ENSRY FOR PHASE �
II BUILDING ON 79TH WAY AT LINCOLN STREET ONLY CONTAINED IN A BT]IL➢ING PERMIT
#10894 TO FIVE SANDS DEVELOPMENT:
The City Engineer said that there were three letters £rom Richard Fudali,
Attorney, contained in the Agenda in regard to a condition placed on their permit
for Phase II of Five Sancls Development, The stipulation states: "1. Exit and
entry for Phase II on 79th at Lincoln Street only." Mr. Fudali is objecting to
this stipulation as it is causing trouble with their F.H.A, financing, and is
requesting that this terminology be eliminated. There have been no signed
documents or minutes from any body covering this stipulation. He said that he
has discussed this problem with Mr. Fadali and has advised the City Attorney's
office.
The Acting City Attorney said that the F.H.A. will not give financing on property
where access is limited on a public street. Different phases of this development
are being financed by different people. He said that he did not know of any
basis the City could restrict the use of a publ�.c road. The City has no right to
deny them the right to the street.
Councilman Breider said that this phase has ingxess and egress at Lincoln Street.
The City Engineer said that they still intend to follow their plans and speci-
fications, they �ust want this stipulation removed for financing purposes.
Conditions might change in the future and they might want to get access at some
time to the road. He added that Mr. Fudali was sorry, but he had to be out of �
town and would be unable to attend this meeting. This stipulation was added
because of the concensus gotten from the Council.
Councilman Breider said that in regard to xegulating access to a public road,
would this not be the same situation as trying to keep people off East River
Road. The Acting City Attorney said that in comparing the two items, one
street is primarily a street controlled by the City and the other is controlled
by the County. He added that if Five Sands chose not to follow the stipulation,
the City of Fridley could not enforce it. The Council did not direct that this
stipulation be put on the building permit. This language should be taken from
the permit and if they should want access to 79th at some £uture time, they would
have to come back before the Council and request it as it would be a change in
their plans and specifications. They feel that 35 years from now the situation
might be entirely different.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive the communication from Richard Fudali dated
February 9, 1971 and the two letters dated February 22, 1971. Seconded by Council-
man Kelshaw. Upon a vozce vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
Mayor Kirkham said that he understood that according to the State Statutes, the
Council has no alternative, but to delete this language. The Acting City Attorney
said yes, in the opinion of the City Attorney and h,tmself, Five Sands was on solid
ground.
MOTION by Councilman Kelshaw to delete Stipulation #1 from the building permit ,
for Phase II of the Five Sands Development. Seconded by Councilman Harris based
on the opinion of the City Attorney.
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� Councilman Lieb1 said that 79th Avenue at this time does not go through to
University Avenue. The stipulation was made at the time to appease the property
owners to the north. Mayor Kirkham commented that if 79th should go through,
it may be an advantage to allow him access to 79th.
Councilman Breider questioned what happens when they start to develop Phase 3,
4, and 5 in regard to the roads. The Crty Engineer said that there would be
access to East River Road and through Lincoln 5treet to 79th. If this language
is going to be eliminated from this permit, he would assume that it would not be
on any future permit for the other buildings. Councilman Breider said that this
was originally five buildings by one developer, now there are five di£ferent
financiers. Councilman Aarris said that he was sure that with other large apart-
ment complexes there is separate fa.nancing. Counci].man Breider commented that he
would like to talk to Mr. Fudali about the access for the other three buildings.
The City Engineer commented that Mr. Fudali accepted the conditions and they were
done with his agreement. Councilman Kelshaw added that at that tune, Mr. Fudali
was unaware that it would cause trouble with the financing.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to call for the question limitinq debate. The motion
was seconded and upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayox Kirkham declared the
motion carried unanimously.
THE VOTE upon the original motion, being a voice vote, Harris, Kelshaw, Kirkham and
� Liebl voting aye, Breider voting nay, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
CONSIDERATION OF RE50LUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENT, FINAL PLANS AN➢ SPECIFICATIONS AND
ESTIMATE5 OF COSTS THEREOF, STREET IMPROVFMII�IT PROJECT ST. 1970-4, ADDENDUM #3:
Mr. Richard Harns asked if this would be an addition onto an existing contract.
The City Engineer said yes, if the Council orders the improvement, it would be
added onto an existing contsact by a change oxder. He said that his recommendation
is, if the Council orders it in, that the cost of the improvement be credited so
that when the storm sewer is put in, the people would pay only the cost of a
noxmal standard street. Mr. Harris saa.d that he has discussed this with the City
Engineer and now the wheels are in �tion for an overall plan for the area. He
said that he was very concerned for an orderly development of the whole area.
He would request that this improvement be delayed until the area plan is dis-
cussed.
Councilman Harris asked if this street would have any culverts_ The City Engineer
said no, 7ust a short connection. Councilman Breider said that in his opinion
it was essential in this area where there was no storm sewer� to put in a tem-
porary hard surface. He asked if this spring the ma7ority of the streets would
be finished and the City Engineer said yes. He added that the drainage problem
will take some time. The temporary street would be about 4 of the cost of the
normal street. After the storm sewer is put in, the permanent street could be
put in and those people be given credit £or the cost of the temporary street.
' Mr. Richard Harris said that there has been much discussion on what should be done
in this area. There was talk at one time of vacating this street and also
vacating the alley. Ae saa.d that in his mind the most difficult si�uation right
now is the drainage situation and what is qoing to transpire in the law suit. He
said that he had the feeling that Fxidley would not be getting the complete
system from Spring Lake Park. He said that the ditch is no liveable solution in
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its present form. If it was known £or sure what was going to happen with the '
drainage, a developmental plan could be worked out,
Councilman Harris said that the alley between Beech and Elm could not be continued
to the south of 78th because there is a building that extends into the alley. The
alley north of 78th has to be put in because there is back yard parking.
The City Engineer sazd that there is an overall plan. There wera studies made 10
years ago and more recent studies a year ago. The plans are to be brought befoxe
the Planixing Commission to be updated.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to table consideration of this resolution to April
5, 1971. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried unanamously.
RESDLUTION #25-1971 - A RESOLUTI�N ORDERING IMPROVEMENT, APPROVAL OF PLANS AND
DRDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR ffiDS: STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ST. 1971-1 AND
MUNICIPAL STATE AID STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ST. 1971-2:
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt Resolution #25-1971. Seconded by Counca.lman
Harris. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION #26-1971 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SPLITTING OF
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS ON LOT 5� PARCEL 460, AUDITOR'S SUSDIVISION #153: �
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt Resolution #26-1971. Seconded by Councilman
Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
�arried unanimously.
RESOLUTIDN #27-1971 - A RESOLUTION DSRECTING THE ISSUANCE OF TEMPORARY IMPROVEMENT
BONDS IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAWS OF 1957� CHAPTER 385: (SW & SS #100)
MOTION by Councilman Liehl to adopt Resolution #27-1971. Seconded by Councilman
Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION #28-1971 - A RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE SALE AND PURCHA5E OF TEMPORARY
IMPROVEMENT BONDS IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAWS OF 1957, CHAPTER 385: (SW & SS #100}
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt Resolution #28-1971. Seconded by Councilman
Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
CONSIDERA.TION OF AN ORDINANC� AMENDING CITY ZONING ORDINANCE TO REQUIRE DOUBLE
GARAGES FOB SINGLE PAMILY AND FOUR GARF�GES FOR TWO FAMILY DWELLINGS:
The City Engineer reported that this item has been given to the Planning
Commission for their study and recommendations.
RECEIVING PETSTION #10-1971 REQU�STING AREA GENERALLY LOCATED BETWEEN MISSISSIPPI ,
STREET AND RICE CREEK ROAD, STINSON BOULEVARD AND ARTHUR STREET BE ACQUIRED AND
NJADE TNTO A PARK:
(NOTE - This item was received under the Planning Commission Minutes).
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MOTION by Councilman Harris to return thi5 petition to the Parks and Recreation
Commission. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
APPOINTMENT:
Name
John S. Novack
8�0 86th Avenue N.W
Coon Rapids, Minn.
Position
Clerk
Full Time
Ef£ective Date
February 1, 1971
Salary Replaces
$3.25 per Bob Tobias
hour
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MOTION by Councilman Breider to concur with the Administration in the appointment.
Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
CLAIMS:
MOTION by Councilman Kelshaw to authorize payment of General Claims #24371 through
#24613 and Liquor Claims #5285 through #5375. Seconded by Councilman Harris. IIpon
a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
LICENSES:
Mayor Kirkham said that in addition to the licenses listed in the Agenda, there is to
be the following:
Tavern
Canterbury Inne
6479 - 81 University Ave
Fsidley, Minnesota
Cigarette
Canterbury Inne
6479 - 81 Una.versity Ave
Fridley, Minnesota
Public Drinkincr Place
N.E.
Byc George Wo�ciak
N.E.
By: George Wo�ciak
Canterbury Inne
64�g _ gl Una.versity Ave. N.E.
Fridley, Minnesota By: George Wo�ciak
On & Off Sale
Canterbvey Inne
6479 - 81 Univessi�y Ave
Fridley, Minnesota
Garbage Pickup
Dan's D�.sposal
Route 1
Oedar, Minnesota
N.E.
By: George Wo7ciak
By: Daniel Johnson
Approved By
Chief of Police
Health Inspector
Chief of Police
Chief of Police
Health Inspector
Chief of Police
Health Inspector
I3ealth Inspector
Chief of Police
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Cigarette
Country Kitchen
280 57th Place
Fridley, Minnesota
Ron's Standard
6490 Universrty Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Gas Service
Economy Gas Installess
3623 Lyndale Ave. So.
Minneapolis, Minn.
General Contractor
Rand Construction
6358 Willow Lane
Minneapolis, Minn.
Tamco Construction
5601 Glenwood Ave. N.
Minneapolis, Minn.
Heating
Nielsen Sheet Metal Inc.
2010 llth Ave. So.
Minneapolis, Minn.
Masonry
Stone Masonry & Concrete
15002 University Ave.
Anoka, Mznnesota
By: Richard Ozment
By: Roland Cox
By: Edward Toohey
By: Iven Dustalic
By: Thomas McKee
By: Wm. Nielsen
By: Jerome Stone
Sign Erector
Midway Sign Company, Inc.
444 No. Prior
St. Paul, Minn. 55104 By: Arthur Kruse
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Approved By
Police Chief
Police Chief
Plumbing Inspector
Building Inspector
Huilding Tnspector
Plumbing Inspector
Building Inspector
Building Inspector
Heating
Pre£erred Sheet Metal Inc.
3088 No. Rice St.
St. Paul, Minn. By: Soseph Murray Plumbing Tnspector
MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve the foregoing licenses. Seconded by Council-
man Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
Mayor Kirkham asked that the City Attorney work on an ordinance regulating floor
shows.
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ESTIMATES:
Berglunfl-SOhnson, Inc.
Excelsior
Minnesotia 55331
PARTIAL Estimate #8 fos work completed, Water
Improvement Pro�ect #95, Schedule B
Dunkley Surfacing Company, Inc.
3756 Grand Street N.E.
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55421
PARTIAL Estimate #2 for work in progress, Sanitary
Sewer and Storm Sewer Improvement Project #100
Comstock & Davis, Inc.
Consniting Engineers
1446 County Road "J"
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55432
For the furnishing of resident inspection and resident
supervision for the staking out of the construction work:
PARTIAL Estimate #9 for Watex Improvement Project
#95, Schedule B from January 4, through January 30, 1971
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$24,880.00
$ 4,586.63
$ 1,967.90
PARTIAL Estimate i#3 for Sanitary Sewer & Storm
Sewer Improvement Project #100 from January 4 through
January 30, 1971 $ 459.49
MUTION by Councilman Liebl to approve payment of the estimates as presented.
Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
RECEIVING PROGRESS REPORT ON POLICE PENSTON EUND:
MOTION by Councilman Kelshaw to receive the progress report on the Police Pension
Fund. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion car�'ied unanimously.
Councilman Liebl asked if Section 3 of the proposed bill is the same. The Acting
City Manager said no, this change is one of the recommendations o£ the League of
Minnesota Municipalities. The liaHility of the City for the existing pension
system was limited to one mill and the men were obliqated for the balance, but
in 1969 there was a bill passed by the Legislature whereby the obligation was
shifted onto the City rather than the men. It was felt that if the governmental
unit must pay for it, they should have a voioe.
� Councilman Liehl said that he would like to see the plan put on an actuarily
sound position by 1975 or 1980. He said that Mr. Joe Connors is willing to meet
with the City Manager, the City Council, and the officers of the association on
what type of bill he should sponsor. Councilman Kelshaw said that he would be
in favor of such a meeting.
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Officer Tom Kennedy, President o£ the Police Pension Association, said that his
organization knew the impact the 1969 Legislation had, and they did not want a
plan that would bankrupt the City. He said that the oxganization had sent a
letter to Homer Ankrum, former City Manager, stating that they were willing to
delete the escalator clause. Their payments have been increased from 4� to 60.
He said that they intended to act in go�l faith. Ae said that the association
was upset to find that the City of Fridley is going to the League without first
talking to the men about it. He said he received a letter from the Acting City
Manager which completely altered their pension plan.
Mayor Ki.rkham said that there has been no agreement reached on what the bill should
include at this time, This is only a proposal. The Acting City Manager said that
the Pola.ce Penslon Association got a copy o£ all the information the same day zt
was typed and before the City Council got it. The City is not trying to do some-
thing without the Associations's awareness. This was given to the Association
wzth the idea that comments would be fortheoming on it. He said that this is
only the first rough draft. He added that the percentage benefits are higher
than the present plan. Every oz�e of the sections contained in the proposed
bill will have to be gone over in detail.
Councilman Harris asked if the Association meets on call. Officer Kennedy said
that they meet t1�.e first Thursday of every month at 7:00 P.M. It was agreed that
the Council would work through the Acting City Manager to set up a meeting with
the Police Pension Association.
Councilman Kelshaw said that he certainly did not want to take anything away from
the Police Department, but he could see a danger that the City could be in
financial trouble in a particular area.
Officer Groines commented that the excellent pension plan offered by Fridley was
one of the inducements fox men coming to work for the City of Fridley. He said
that he would be upset if this plan was to be taken away from them.
The Acting Crty Attorney said that when the present plan was inita.ated, the State
Statutes were followed and one mill was levied and the rest was to be made up by
the men. There was no mzstake made at that time, the Statutes were being followed.
Since that time, the Legislature has changed the funding, making it the City's
responsibility to make it actuarily sound.
Councilman Liebl asked how much was in the pension fund now
said over $155,000.
ADJOURNMENT•
Officer Kennedy
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to ad7ourn the Meeting. The motion was seconded and
upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried and
the Regular Council Meeting of March 1, 1971 ad�ourned at 11:55 P.M.
Res�ectfully submitted,
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Juel Mercer
Secretary to the City Council
Sack O. Kirkham
Mayor
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