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02/25/1974 - 5477PATRICIA ELLI� COUNCIL SECRETARY REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 25, 1974 � RIDLE'' CITY COUNCiL - REGULAR CDUNCIL MEETING - FEBRUARY 25, 1974 - 7:30 P.M. _ 7:32 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Given INVUCAT.ION: by Mayor Liebl ROLL CALL: All present PRESENTATION OF AWARD: Youth Achievement Award - David Holtze, Eagle Scout Presented . APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Special Meeting,,January 15, 1974 Adopted as presented Regular Meeting, January 21, 1974 Adopted as presented Regular Meeting, February'4, 1974 Adopted as presented ADOPTION OF AGENDA: Addition: Consideration of action on John Erickson Park Crossing VISITORS: (Consideration of Items not on Agenda - 15 Minutes) Winston W�rden, 6121 Trinity Drive - Presented Petitions to City Clerk for support of Ordinance to prevent cutting of trees on Public Property � ' . ' � � � . , ' � . ' � � , -� REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 25, 1974 PAGE 1-A VISITORS CONTINUED: �•1rs. Lee Ann Sporre, 301 Ironton - Informed the Council of action taken by Metropolitan Airport Commission. �deil Christen, student at Fridley High School, presented signatures from Nigh School students favoring ordinance, , Mr. Henry Peterson, stated the person who presented the petition at his home misrepresented the intend of the ordinance. Hrs. Jean Schell, President League of Women Voters, said she had presented the petition at Mr. Peterson's home, and she informed him this was primarily For protection of the trees in North Park. `9r. Ken Sporree, 3Q1 Ironton, said the ordinance was read by all those it Nas presented to far signatures on the petition and it was throurghly �xplained. , �Ir. Robert Erickson, 565 57th Avenue N. E., said he favored the installation �f an adult form of recreation, golf course, in North Park, and urged the ;ouncil to speed up the action. � . � , L_ J � � 0 � � REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 25, 1974 OLD BUSINESS: Second Reading of an Ordinance to Amend Chapter 11, Section 11.10, Fees, of the City Code of the City of Fri dl ey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ordinance #558 adopted and publication ordered. . NEW BUSINESS: (�eceiving the Minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting of February 6, 1974 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Minutes received. Receiving Report from City Administration Regarding VFW, 1040 Osborne Road N. E.. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . V. F. W. asked to prepare a plan for the solution of the problems for consideration by the Council in two weeks (March 11, 1974) and that the Administration inform the Officers of the V. F. W. that this wi11 be on the agenda and they are requested to be present. 0 PAGE 2 } 2-2J 3-3C � ' REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FESRUARY 25, 1974 PAGE 3 � NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED) � � , Consideration of a Resolution Supporting H.F. 3258 Relating to Fair Share Requirements for Public Employees. ... 4- 4 C Consideration tabled, to be brought back to Council for consideration encorporating the part time employees only. , Consideration of a Resolution Approving Agreement ' Between the City of Fridley and Anoka County for Improve- ment of Mississippi Street Between Central Avenue and Sti nson Bou 1 evard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 5 D � Resolution #27-1974 adapted. L_J � Cansideration of a Resolution Approving Agreement .r Between the City of Fridley and Anoka County for Taking � over the Maintenance of Rice Creek Road from Central Avenue to Stinson Boulevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 6 B rResolution #28-1974 adopted. ' � Consideration of a Resolution Ordering Improvement, Final Plans and Specifications and Estimates of the � Costs Thereof : SS&SW #114. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Resolution #29-1974 adopted. li � , � e REGULRR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 25, 1974 PAGE 4 NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED) Consideration of Approval of Stipulation for Settle- ment and Dismissal of Knight Petition for Declaratory Judgement and the City of Fridley Cross Glaim. ........ 8- 8 C Concurred with the stipulation and recommendation of the City Attorney. Consideration of Settlement Proposal - Suburban Engineering, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tabled: - 0 Consideration of a Resolution Approving and Authorizing the Signing of the Agreement Establishing Working Conditions, Wages and Hours of Employees of the City of Fridley Police Department for the Year 1974 (Police Officers). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 10 Y Resolution #30-1974 adopted and cantract concurred with. 0 Acceptance of Resignation: Gene Gustafson - Human Relations Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Accepted. . 11 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 25, 1974 PAGE 5 NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED) Claims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Approved. Li cen s es . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Approved. Consideration of License Transfer for AmQrican Legion Post #303 from�6379 T.H. #65 to 1315 Rice Creek Road. ..... Trans-Fer approved and food license to be approved if the faci7ity meets the health standards of th��e County Health Inspector. 12 13 14 - 14 B Estimates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 15 B Approved. Consideration of Action on John Erickson Park Crossing. Council authorized Administration to request County to place stripes and mark for pedestrian crossing and investigate the speed limit in area. COMMUfVICATIONS: MacIntosh, Commers & Michaelson: Home Opportunity, Inc. ... 16 Received. Letter to be forwarded to Nousing and Redeve�opment Authority. w REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 25, 1974 COMMUNIGATIQNS: City of Spring Lake Park: Monroe and Osborne Road. ...... Received, PAGE 6 17 Senator Humphrey: Provision for Firefighters. ........ 18 - 18 B Received. � Dept. of Housing & Urban Development: Public Housing Sriefing Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Received. Minn. Highway Dept: Signal Systems on T.H. #47 and T.H. #65. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Received. 19 20 George F. Hess: Suburban Rate Authority - Estimated Gas Bills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .". . . . . . 21 - 21 A Received. 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' I ' i I� l J ' ' ' ' ' I�� ' %� THE MINUTES OF TNE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF FEBRUARY 25, 1974 The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council of February 25, 1974 was called to order at 7:32 p.m. by Mayor Liebl, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: � Mayor Liebl led the Council and the audience in saying the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. INVOCATION: The Invocation was offered by Mayor tiebl. ROLL CALL: MEMBERS PRESENT: Councilman Utter, Councilman Nee, Councilman Breider, Councilman Stat�walt, Mayor Liebl. ' MEMBERS ABS[NT: None. PRESENTATION OF AWARD: YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT AWARD - DAVID HOLTZE, EAGLE SCOUT: Mayor Liebl commended Mr. Noltze on his outstanding accomplishment and read the Youth Achievement Award alaud. The members of the Council and audience sood and applauded Mr. Holtze. Mr. Holtze thanked the members of the Cauncil for the award. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: SPECIAL MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF JANUARY 15, 1974: MOTIOi� by Councilman Utter to adopt the minutes of the Special Meeting of the Fridley City Gouncil of January 15, 1974 as presented. Seconded by Councilman Nee. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. REGULAR COUNCTL MEETING OF JANUARY 21, 1974: MOTION by Councilman Breider to ad�pt the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Fridley Cii:y Council of January 2l, 1974 as submitted. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF FE6RUARY 4, 1974: MOTION by Councilman Starwalt to adopt the m�nutes of the Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council of February 4, 1974 as presented. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motinn carried unanimously. ADOPTION OF AGENDA: Councilman Breider said he a�ould like to amend the Agenda with the addition of the consideration of asking Anoka County for action on the John Erickson �ark Crossing. MOTION by Councilman Starwalt to adopt the agenda as amended by the addition of consideration of the John Erickson Park Crossing, Seconded by Councilman Breider, Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. VISITORS: � REVEREND WINSTON WORDEN, 6121 TRINITY DRiVE: � � . Rev. Worden addressed the Council stating he is the Chairman of the Fridley Beautification '' Association and he had a petition with 4,185 signatures of the Citizens of Fridley ; who favored the adoption of the proposed ordinance to protect the trees in Fridley ; on public property. ' Note: Counc�l received additional petitions during.the meeting for a total of 4,233. Rev. Worden said he would like to present the petitions to the City Clerk, Marvin C. Brunsell. ' ' �----------------- ----_-----------------------__-----_--------------- � 7� REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 25, 1974 PAGE 2 Mayor Liebl said Rev. Worden may present the petitions to Mr. BrUnsell at that time. He explained according to the City Charter, the City Clerk would check out the signatures on the petitions and the Council wouTd consider this petition after this has been done. MRS. LEE ANN SPORRE, 301 IRONTOfJ: Mrs. Sporre, addressed the Council and said she had attended the meeting of the Metropolitan Airport Commission the past week and at that meeting, the Airport Commission had approved site number two for a Fridley golf course site. She stated, now, the City of Fridley could have a comprehensive golf program. She said she would like to show the members of the Council a chart which had been used by the ad hoc Committee and had been prepared by the consulting firm, Brauer and Associates. She indicated by use of the chart that the Airport site had not been eliminaied because it was unsuitable, but because of the possibility of the red tape involved in the acquisiti�n of the site for a golf course. Mrs. Sporre asRed the members of the Council if they would reconsider the arguments within the Brauer report as they related to the usage of the airport site for a golf course. Mayor Liebl thanked Mrs. Sporre for her comments. MR. NEIL CHRISTENSEN, 561 63RD AVENUE N, E.: Mr. Christensen addressed the Council and said he was the Chairman of the Earth Week activities at the Fridley High School, He presented the Council vaith a petition from the High School students which he said contained 303 signatures urging the support of the ordinance. Mayor Liebl asked Mr. Christensen if he was fully aware of what the petition meant and, also, asked if all those who had signed the petition were furnished with a thorough explanation. Mr. Christensen said all were aware of the intent of the ordinance. Councilman Nee said the petition from the High School students was not an official and certified petition. Rev. Worden agreed. MR. HENRY PETERSOPJ, 6372 PIERCE ST. N�• Mr. Peterson addressed the Council and said a lady had come to his home with the petition for the ordinance. He said the lady had said the �etition would stap the City from destroying trees in Fridley. He questioned if this was told to all who were contacted about the petition. He said there was no explanation of whether the trees were in the person's yard or in North Park. MRS. JEAN SCNELL, PRESIDENT, FRIDLEY LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS• Mrs. Schell addressed the Council and said she had been the person who had approached Mr. Peterson at his home about the petition. She said she explained that the petition was designed to preserve and protect North Park. MR. KEN SPORREE, 301 IRONTON N. E.: Mr. Sporre said everyone was given the opporiunity to read the ordinance and the ordinance did state that it referr�d to all City owned property. Ne repeated, this wouTd apply to the whole park system.and a71 of the land fn the City of Fridley. Ne said if there was any questions on North Park, they were explained fully and thoroughly. MR. ROBERT ERICKSON, 565 57TH AVENUE N. E.: Mr. Erickson addressed the Council an d said he would like to commend the Council for taking the action in favor of the installation of the golf course on the North Park site. He said he thought there should be some adult activity in the City of Fridley. He stated, thi�iis badly needed. He said this would take much pianning of professional people just to establish an acceptable golf course. He stated, he wished something could be done to speed up the installation of the golf course. i � ' ' �� ' ' ' �� ' �I u � ul C , � Mayor Liebl said it would be the responsibility of the Council to uphold the obligation of the City Charter. He said if the Chairman of the Qeautification Association had ' � 1 ' , CI' �I �� ' ' ' � REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 25, 1974 PAGE 3 75 , I I obtained enou_gh signatures, there would be a referendum. He commented that he and � ali the other members of the Council had taken an oath to uphold the City Charter. He said he thought the people wouid agree with the four to one vote of the Council. He repeated, the signatures on the petitions would have to be checked out by the City Clerk. He said he wouid like the counsel of the City Attorney at this t9me to determine if the matter of the ordinance would be voted on at the proper time. He asked the City Attorney what the City Charter spells out regarding the matter. � The City Attorney said he would suggesi the peiiiion be turned over to the City Clerk and when the tally is completed, the matter wouid be directed back to the Council for consideration, OLD BUSINESS: ORDINANCE #558 - TO AMEND CHAPTER 11, SECTION 11.10, FEES, OF THE CITY CODE OF THE CI� Y OF FRIDLEY PUBLIC POO S: MOTION by Councilman Nee to waive the second reading of the Ordinance #558 and adopt Ordinance #558 on the second reading and order publication. Secended by Councilman Starwalt, Upon a roll cal] vote, Mayor Liebl, Councilman Utter, Council- man Pdee, Coancilman Breider, and Counci7man Starwa7t voting aye, Mayor Leibl declared the motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS: RECEIVING THE MTNUTES OF THE PLANNING COP�IMISSION MEETING OF FEBRllARY 6, 1974: MOTION by CounciTman Breider that since none of the items in the minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of February 6, 1974 required any Council action at the present tim2, that the minutes be received. Seconded by Counci7man Utter. Upon a voice vote, all votang aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimous7y. RECEIVING REPORT FROM CITY ADMINISTRATION REGARDING V. F, W., 1040 OSBORNE ROAD N. E.: Mayor Liebl questioned if the report should be received and a public hearing set on the matter on a regular public hearing meeting of the Council, i Councilman Breider said he had a recommendation and he said he thought there should , be scm.e attention given the matter by himself. He stated the V. F. W. has done much i for the City of Fridley, but he would propose some plan be prepared for the alleviation i of the current problems. He suggested this matter be brought back to the Council in the period of two weeks for consideration of the plan for the elimination of the � problems. He also suggested at the time of the consideration that a probationary ' period be set for from three to six months and if any further problems arise during . this time period, the 7icense would be suspended and the facility closed, He said the operations could be reviewed at the end of the probationary period. ' � i i 1 ! ' i � ' � i ' i i ' i � Mayor Liebl said he did not think the members, themselves, were the ones causing the problems. He said this had only happened when the facility is reni:ed and it is the third part causing the problems. � , . Councilman Breider said he thought the membership did have some obligation to screen the activities. He stated there is no problems with rentals at the Knights of Co7umbus Ha"I1. He stated, if the membership cannot pa7tce the activities, they should not rent the hall. He said according to the report, there was no officer on duty at the time the hall was rented and the trouble was recorded. He said the poiice officer should present, this would be an offense in itself, . Councilman Nee questioned if there could be some sort of comparison made to the operation of the other liquor establishments in the City at the time of the review of the matter. He said he would hate to evaluate the V. F. W. only. He said this may be a normal level of activity for some place that serves liquor. The City Attorney said there should be a representative of the organization present at the meeting when this solution is reviewed. . MOTION by Councilman Breider to ask the Fridley V. F. W. to prepare'a plan for the Council consideration two weeks from now on the proposed method of solving the problems at the club on Osborne Road and that the Administration request the officers of the V. F. W, be present at that meeting two weeks from the present meeting.. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Lieb] declared the motion ! � 76 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 25, 1974 carried unan�mously, PAGE 4 CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION SUPPOR7ING H. F. 3258 RELATING TO FAIR SHARE RE UIREMEN7S F PU T Y S: Mayor Liebl asked the Acting City Manager/Finance Directar, Marvin C, Brunsell, for the specific details on the dues portion of the statement. Mr. Brunsell said the amendment would make ihe bargaining unit more equitable. He said all of the employees in the bargaining unit are required to pay union dues whether or not they join the union. Mr. Brunsell continued, the people are required to pay their fair share and this cost had been determined by the union. �'� Mayor Liebl said he thought if a person was to be fu11 time, he should pay his fair share of the union dues. He said all those on the full time basis and receiving the same benefits should pay the same amount of dues. Councilman Nee said he felt he did not understand the state wide implications of the proposed amendment and questioned getting involved in the decision making, He questioned the payment of 60� by some full time and full payment by some full time employees. MOTION by Councilman Nee to table the consideration of the resolution and bring the matter back for Council consideration including only the part time employees. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a.voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. Mayor Liebi said the resolution should be rewritten to include only part time employees and then, the Council would reconsider the adoption. RESOLUTION #27-1974 - APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY AidD ANOKA COUNTY FOR IMPROVEMENT OF MISSISSIPPI STRFFT RF7L1F'FN CFNTRAI au�n�nr nn�n cTTni�nni �� . � MOTION by Councilman.Starwalt to adopt Resolution #27-1974, approving the agreement between the City of Fridley and Anoka County for improvement of Mississippi Sireet between Central Avenue and Stinson Boulevard. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Lieb1 deciared the motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION #2II-1974 - APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY AND ANOKA COUNTY OVER THE MAINTENANCE OF RICE GR�EK ROAD ND C f ENUE TINSO B MOTION by Councilman Starwalt to adopt Resolution �t28-1974 approving the agreement between the City of Fridley and Anoka County over the maintenance of Rice Creek Road and Central Avenue ta Stinson Qou7evard. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Leibl declared the motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION #29-1974 - ORDERING IMPROVEP1ENT, FINAL PLAMS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATES OF THE CaSTS NEREOF; SS&SiJ 1: MOTIOiJ by Councilman Breider to adopt Resolution #29-1974, ordering improvement final plans and specifications and estimates of the costs thereof: SS&SW #114. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, nlayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF STIPULATION FQR SETTLEMENT AND DISMISSAL OF KNIGHT PE7ITION FOR DECLARATORY JUDGEMEPJT AND THE CITY OF FRID EY CROSS CLAIM: The City Attorney said he had asked that this be placed on the agenda for consideration at the present meeting. He explained that Mr. Knight had brought action against the� City of Fridley and the County Auditor. Ne said this was regarding the sale of tax forfeit property. He explained the question was in the reeertification of some existing special assessments. The City Attorney said he had filed a cross complaint against the Anoka County Auditor, and th� County would be making payment to the City. He referred to page 2-A of the agenda anxi said the County had improperly allocated some of the assessments after the sale. He said his recommendation would be approval of the stipulation arhich would dismiss the law suit. He said the County agreed with the procedure. � MOTION by Councilman Utter to concur with the recommendation of the City Attorney and approve the stipulation for settlement and dismissal of the Knight Petition for � Declaratory Judgement and the City or Fridley Cross CTaim. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl decl.ared the motion•carried unanimously. ' , Y ' , ' ' , , , ' , l� ' ' � ' , , . ' �i �. � �� i I � ' ' ' � � ' ' Ci �I � ,� , j� I � , � REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 25, 1974 CONSIDERATION OF SETTLEMENT PROPOSAL - SUBURBAN ENGINEERING, INC,: PE Mayor Liebl said he would recommend this action be eontinued until the Cii Manager is present. The City Attorney said he would agree with this recommendation, but he would not be present at the next meeting of the Councii, and would 79ke to explain to the Council what the present status of the matter would be. The City Attorney said the settlement concerned Dunkley Surfacing and Suburban Engineering, Consulting Engineers. He said there was an increase of the amount of v�ro rk needed which increased costs of the project. He said there were $21,000 in additiona7 costs. He said the City decided not to pay the additional costs, stating the negligence was on the part of the consulting engineers. He said the City had not paid the increase cost price to this point. He expla9ned the City had been offered an out of court seitiement by the carriers of the Consulting Engineer's errors and ommissions insurance in the amount of $5,000. Ne said he was not ready to recommend acceptance of this amount at this time, and he would suspect this ��ould also be the position of the City Manager. The City Attorney said the City Manager may want to add something to his eomments on this matter and this could be discussed at the next maeting of the Council. MOTION by Councilman Breider to table the consideration of the settlement proposal ' of Suburban Engineering. Seconded by Councilrnan Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting ! aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. . RESOLUTION 4i30-1974 - APPROVING AND AUiHORIZING THE SIGNIlvG OF THE AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING Wf1RKTNf, f.(1tJhT7T(1PJS:'LlQfFS At�l(1 hf?IIRS (1F Ft�iPrnvFFS nF rN� r.rTV nF FRi�LFV POLICE DEPAR MENT MOTION by Councilman Utter to adopt Resolution �30-1974, approving and authorizing the signing of the agreement establishing working conditions, wages and hours of the emp7oyees of the City of Fridley Police Department for the year 1974 (Police Officers). Seconded by Counc9lman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebi declared the motion carried unanimously. ACCEPTANCE OF RESIGNATION: GENE GUSTAFSON - HUP�IAN RELATIONS COMMITTEE: MOTION by Councilman Utter to receive the letter and accept the resignation of Gene Gustafson from the Human Re7ations Cor�mittee. Seconded by Councilman Nee. Upon a voice vote, ail voting aye, Mayor Lieb7 declared the motion carried unanimously. Mayor Liebl directed the Administration to prepare a cert�ficate of appreciation for � Mr. Gustafson. He said Mr, Gustafson was a faithful member in attendance at the meetings. . CLAIMS: GENERAL 34651 - 34664 LIQUOR 8624 - 8683 MOTION by Councilman Utter to approve the claims. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously, LICENSES: • . MUL7IPLE DWElLING: ADDRESS UNITS FEE APPROVED BY Robert Hoff 5407 4th Street N. E. 4 $15.00 R. Aldrich, Rt. 1, Box 322 • Fire Prev. Wyoming, Minnesota 55092 Darrel A. Farr Devel. Corp. 16Q1 N. Innsbruck 106 111.00 R. Aldrich, 2810 County Road 10 Fire Rrev. Minneapolis, Minnesota 55430 Gordon J. Aspenson 6489 Riverview Terrace 4 15.00 R. Aldrich. 17 Rice Creek Way Fire Prev. Fridley, Minnesota 55432 . MOTION by Councilman Utter to approve the aforementioned licenses. Seconded by Councilman Nee.. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. � � � e � REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 25, 1974 PAGE 6 CONSIDERATION OF LICENSE TRANSFER FOR AMERICAN LEGION POST #303 FROM 6319 T. H. #54 1315 RICE CREEK RO D: MOTION by Councilman Breider to approve the transfer of the licenses for the American Legion Post �303 from 6319 T, H. #65 to 13]5 Rice Creek Road if the Rice Creek Road facility meets the standards of the County Health Inspector. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Councilman Starwalt questioned if all of the requirements had been met by the Post and the owner of the facility. The Acting City Manager/Finance Director said the license could be approved pending meeting a11 of the requirements. Mr. Henry Peterson, American Legion Post #303, addressed the Council and said every- thing was going smoothly and he had talked to members of the Fridley staff and they were sure that all of the necessary requirement could be met. . The Ciiy Attorney said he wou1d like to explain what had been discussed that day at the Department Head Meeting of the City staff. lie said there was enough parking for 25 stalls. He said if the hall would be rented, there may be a need for additional parking stalls. He explained there was additional space in the complex for parking if there was no additional use of the adjoining faci]ities at the same time in the evening hours. He thought there was some understanding reached on the parking in lieu of some arrangement with the V. F, W. people. The Finance �irector/Acting City Manager said there would not be a fina1 inspection made until the building is completed. He said another point the staff was concerned about was the possible placement of no parking signs on Central and Rice Creek Road for the distance of 300 feet from the corner. He said he would recommend the Council request the County to install these no parking signs. He said it would take a Council resolu�ion to ask the County for the placement of the proposed no parking signs. • UPON A VOICE VOTE, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. ESTIMATES: Progressive Contractors, Inc. Box 368 Osseo, Minnesota 55369 PARTIAL Estimate #11 for Street Improvement Project : ST. 1972-Z (MSAP) PARTIAL Estimate #10 for Street Improvement Project ST. 1972-2 (P1SAP} $ 424.62 4,583.09 � Comstock & Davis, Inc. 1446 County Road "J" 1 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55432 . 4 PARTIAL Estimate #1 for Sanitary Sewer, Water & Storm Sewer Improvement Project No. 114 from January 7 through � February 1, 1974 4,333.89 PARTIAL Estimate #12 for Water Improvement Proj�ct No. 111 from December 31, 1973 throuqh February 1, 1974 217.80 Carl Newquist, Prosecutor Smith, Juster, Feikema, Naskvitz & Casserly • Builders Exchange Building . . � Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402 Services rendered as Prosecutor. Dated January 6, 1974 1,100.00 Weaver, Talle & Herrick 316 East Main Street Anoka, Minnesota 55303 Services rendered for January, Dated February 20, 1974 1,450.00 r.t 0 ; � ;. � . , � i ; _ i ,f i � I , � ' , a ' � ' � �� : � � �I- � ' � � ; � I ' I ; i ; , � i , ' ' 7� I. ' REGULAR MEETIN6 OF FEBRUARY 25, 1974 PAGE 7 MOTION by Councilman Nee to approve the aforementioned Estimates. Seconded by Councilman Breider, Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl dec7ared the motion carried unanimous]y. CONSIDERATION Of ACTION ON JOfiN ERICKSON PARK CROSSING: MOTION by Councilman Breider to ask the County Engineer to stripe and mark the roadway in the vicinity of John Erickson Park Crossing and to install pedestrian crossing and children playing signs and request the County to investigate the speed limit in the area. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. COMMUNICA7IONS: MACINTOSH, COMMERS & MICHAELSON: HOME OPPORTUNITY, INC.: MOTION by Councilman Starwalt to receive the Coramunication from MacIntosh, Commers and Michaelson regarding Home Opportunity, Inc. and dated February 11, 1974. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimousiy. Councilman Breider asked the Administrat�on to forward the letter to the Fridley Nousing Redevelopment Authority. Mayor Lieb7 said the ]etter wou]d be forwarded to Chairman Carlson and he would call a meeting. CITY OF SPRING LAKE PARK: MONROE AND OSBORNE ROAD: ' ; MOTION by Councilman Utter i:o receive the communication from the City of Spring Lake � Park concerning Monroe and Osborne Road intersection dated February 14, 1974. Seconded by Caunciiman Starwalt. tJpon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the , motion carried unanimously. ' Gouncilman Breider said since a good job was done on the intersection, maybe, the City of Spring Lake Park would do sonething about the water problems. C� SENATOR HUh1PHREY: PROVISION FOR FIREFIGHTERS: MOTION by Councilman Utter to receive the communication from Senator Numphrey concerning the provision for Fire fighters and dated February 12, 1974. Seconded by Councilman Starwait. Upon a voice vote, a11 voting aye, P�ayor Lieb7 declared the mot9on carried unanimously, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT: PUBLIC FIOUSING BRIEFING MEETING: � I MOTION by Councilman Starwalt to receive the communication from the Department of Housing and Urban Development concerning Public Housing Briefing Meeting dated February 19, 1974. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, ali voting ' aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. i The Acting City Manager said there is a member of the Frid]ey staff that would be i attending the meeting. � � � MINNESOTA HIGN4JAY DEPARTMENT: SIGhAL SYSTEMS ON T. H. �47 AND T. H, �`65: � MOTION by Councilman Utter to receive the communication from the Minnesota Highway ' Department regarding the signal systems on T. H. #47 and T. H. #65 dated February f, 6, 1974. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor , Leibi declared the motion carried unanimously. Couniclman 8reider directed the Administration to provide the press with a copy of the letter from the Highway Department. GEORGE F. HESS: SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY' - ESTIMATED GAS BILLS: i MO7ION by Councilman Breider to receive the communication from George F. Ness ; regarding the estimated gas bills and dated February 20, 1974. Seconded by Councilman ' Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. � I I S � I • • i 0 _ _ _ — -_ _ _ . _ - -----•--- -- — - - - — � fl - - ..—_ REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 25, 1974 PAGE 8 ADJOURNMENT: MOTION by Councilman Breider to adjourn the.meeting. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously and the Regular P�eeting of the Fridley City Council of February 25, 1974 adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Respectfully submitted, � �� Patricia Ellis Secretary to the City Council Date Approved Frank G. Liebl, Mayor _ ,, � .J FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL - REGULAR COUP�CIL MEETING - FEBRUARY 25, 1974 - 7:30 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: INVOCATION: ROLL CALL: PRESENTATION OF AWARD: Youth Achievement Award - David Holtze, Eagie Scout APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Special Meeting, January 15,.1974 Regular Meeting, January 21, i974 Regular Meeting, February 4, 1974 ADQPTION QF AGENDA: VISITORS: (Consideration of Items not on Agenda - 15 Minutes) ' '' REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 25, 1974 PAGE 2 ' OLD BUSINESS: ' Second Reading of an Ordinance to Amend Chapter 11, Section 11.10, Fees, of the City Code of the City of Fridl ey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 ' � ' . . 1 1 NEW BUSINESS: ' Receiving the Minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting , of February 6, 1974 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2 J ' ' ' ' Receiving Report from City Administration Regarding VFW, � 104Q Osborne Road N. E., . . . 3- 3 C ' ' . ' . ' . ' � . i ' � � � . . . I � REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 25, 1974 PAGE 3 � � ' NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED) . Consideration of a Resolution Supporting N.F. 3258 Relating to Fair Share Requirements for Public Employees. ... 4- 4 C ' ' . ' ' Consideration of a Resolution Approving Agreement Between the City of Fridley and Anoka County for Improve- ' ment of Mississippi Street Between Central Avenue•and• .•.. 5- 5 D Sti nson Boul evard . . . . . . . . . . • • • • • • ' ' � ' Consideration of a Resoiution Approving Agreement , 8etween the City of Fridley and Anoka County far Taking over the Maintenance of Rice Creek Road from Central 6- 6 B Avenue to Stinson Boulevard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • • • • ' ' � Consideration of a Resolution Ordering Improvement, Final Plans and Specifications and Estimates of the 7 ' ' Costs Thereof : SS&Sw #114 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ' I� ' , REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 25, 1974 PAGE 4 NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED} Consideration of Approval of Stipulation for Settle- ment and Dismissal of Knight Petition for Declaratory Judgement and the City of Fridley Cross Claim. ........ 8- 8 C Consideration of Settlement Proposal - Suburban Engineering, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Consideration of a Res�lution Approving and Authorizing the Signing of the Agreement Establishing Working Conditions, Wages and Hours of Emp7oyees of the City of �ridley Police Department for the Year 1974 (Police Officers) . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . . ]0 - 10 Y Acceptance of Resignation: Gene Gustafson - Human Reiations Committee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 25, 1974 NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED) Claims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .� . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE 5 �F� 13 Consideration of License Transfer for AmQrican Legion Post #303 from 63i9 T.H. #65 to 1315 Rice Creek Road. ..... 14 - 14 B Estimates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 - 15 B COMMUNICATIONS: MacIntosh, Commers & Michaelson: Home Opportunity, Inc. ... 16 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 25, 1974 COMMUNICATIONS: City of Spring Lake Park: Monroe and Osborne Road. ...... PAGE 6 17 � Senator Humphrey: Provision for Firefighters. . . . . . . . . 18 - 18 B Dept. of Housing & Urban Development: Public Housing Briefing Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Minn. Highway Dept: Signal Systems on T.H. #47 and T.H. #65 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . � 20. George F. Hess: Suburban Rate Authority - Estimated Gas Bi l l s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ' . . . . . . 21 - 21 A ADJOURN: ' • :' � ' �� ' ' . . �� ' ' � ' ' , ' '. ' . ' f ' ' _ _ , _. , . � ,� � ^ � � ; THE MINU7ES OF THE SpECIAL MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF' � . "' �� . . � JANUARY 15, 1974 >: � � i F , . , � , • r .; _ .� � [J � ' ' � 1 , � ' ' � � � , �, � i � 1 � � , ' 25 THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF JANUARY 15, 1974 .� Mayor Liebl convened the Spe cial Meeting of the fridley City Council of January 15, 1974 at 7:38 p.m. ' COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS ABSENT: Counci�man Utter, Council.man Nee, Councilman Breider, Councilman Starwalt, and Mayor Liebl None. Mayor Liebl said he had received a call from Mr. Earl Biermann, 7830 Alden Way and Mr. diermann requested a special meeting be set up for the purposes of a presentation on the North Park property. Mayor Liebl said the members of the Council had received a copy of a letter from Doctor Richard Trezona, Chairman of the Spring Brook Nature Center Foundation. Mayor Liebl called on Dr. Trezona and asked if he would introduce the members of the Foundation to the Council and audience. Dr. Trezona addressed the Council and said he did not think he would need much of an introduction since he had been a resident of Fridley since 1946. He said the group would like to make an informal presentation. Dr. Trezona introduced the Secretary of the Foundation, Mr. Ernest A. Petrangelo, a member of the Riee Creek Watershed District, 520 Rice Creek Blvd., and stated he was able to provide information on Fridley to the group. Mr, l�Jilliam R. Pieper, Treasurer of the Foundation, was introduced as a member of a Bank in Coon Rapids. Dr. Trezona next went through the list of Directors of the Foundation and introduced those who were present as follows: Mr. Lyle Bradley, Anoka-Hennepin District 11 Science Chairman who was not present; Dr. Walter J. Breckenridge, Director Emeritus, BeiT Museum of Natural Histroy, who was to arrive at the meeting at a later time; Architect Dennis R. Holloway, Project Ouroboros, University of Minnesota School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, who arrived later in the meeting; Dr. Donald B. Lawrence, Professor of Botany, University of Minnesota, writer, and interested in the development of a nature center; Dr. David Meech, Research Biolo- gist, U. S..Fish and Wildlife Service, who was not present (a Fridley resident); Mr. John E. I�leyer, Professional Consulting Engineer from School District #14; Mr, hlark G. Nob]e, Graduate Student, Botanist, University of Minnesota, present; Mr. �avid D. Schaaf, State Senator, Minnesota District No. 46, not present; Mrs. Janice R. Seeger, i�lember of the North Park ad hoc Committee, present; Dr: Harris 8. Tordoff, Uirector Bell Museum of Natural Nistory, not present; Rev. Winston L. Worden, Eagle Scout and Environmentalist, Fridley resident and referred to as the Foundation's conscience; f�Ir. Jack P. Velin, International Brotherhood of Teamsters; P9r. Donaid C. SaveikouT, legal Advisor; Mrs. LeeAnr� Sporre, Recording . Secretary. Dr. Trezona continued ihe presentation stating the members of the Foundation cou]d best explain their feelings concerning the use of North Park as a nature center by viewing the filr�, "I Heard a Whisper", which was produced by WCCO and had been televised recently by them. He introduced Mr. Chuck Ross, 5895 Central Avenue N. E., a film conservationist employed by WCCO. Dr. Trezona ran the film presentation for the Council which was a tour of the Woodlake Nature Center in Richfield. Dr. Trezona expressed his thanks to the City for notifying a member of the Citizens Advisory Comnittee who had asked to be.contacted if there wer.e another meeting on North Park. Dr. Tre2ona read aloud the letter which had been sent to the members of the Council and also made reference to the clipping of a newspaper article written by Jim Kimball and titled "Group Dissolved After Nature Center Success". Mr. Petrangelo addressed the Council and read a statment aloud in support of a nature center in North Park. Mr. Petrangelo passed out copies of his statement to the Council and City Manager. Mr. John Meyer, President of the Board of Education, School District #14 passed a written statement to the Council and City Manager and said his personal enthdsiasm was best summed up by the movie shown at the present meeting. � �. ?,6 i SPECIAL MEETING OF JANUARY 15, 1474 PAGE 2 He indicated a nature center would serve as an educational tool for School District � #14. Mr. Meyer read the statement aloud to the Council and audience and restated the Resolution passed by the School Board recently, in support of a nature center and which aiso offered aid in the compensation of a naturalist. He believed this program would be good for the children of School District #�14. � � � � � , —� Dr. Trezona passed out a written statement to the Council and City Manager and said there may be some question about his interest in a nature center when he was a dentist He contirrued saying the closest he had come to a nature center was to fill the teeth of a friend's staffed tiger head, in order to question him on the authenticity of the wild beast. Dr. Trezona read his statement aloud to the Council and audience and said the movie told the story better than he cou]d tell it. He then introduced Mr. Chuck Ross and said he was the person who had made the film. hlr, Ross addressed the Counci] and said he had not produced the film, this was done by Jack Jones and Peggy Fleetham. He said the North Park area as well as the Woodlake area was unique because of the urban community surroundings. �ie informed those present that the narration within the movie was done by a fifth grade student. Mr. Mark Noble addressed the Council and said he would like to explain the project and thoughts of Or. Dennis Holloway, who was not yet present at the meeting, Mr. Noble explained Dr. Holloway was associated with the project Ouroboros at the University of Minnesota which was the creation of a solar powered home. Ife continued saying Dr. Holloway is interested in creating a solar powered nature center in North park and with the energy crisis, this would be very unique. Mr. Noble explained the proposal as constructing a wind and solar powered center where.�ili of the waste could be recycled. He added, this would be very important, and he•thaugf�t the City of Fridley should look into this proposal. . Dr. Trezona again addressed the Council saying there may be more members present who wou]d want to address the Council. He called on the members present. �� , Mr. Bernie Fashingbauer, 110 Suzanne Ct., Director of the Warner Center in St. Paul, addressed the Council and introduced himself as a naturaiist. Ne pointed out that from eight to ten groups of Fridley young people attend the Warner Nature Center facility each year. He stated the facility is filled up every day and cannot begin to handle the number of calls for requests for tours. � Mayor Liebl said he had been considering the many arguments in favor of a nature center and this is why he favor hirina a natural interpretive director as a part of the City of Fridley staff. Mayor Liebl asked Mr. Fashinbauer if he felt this is the way the average citizen of fridley would feei, would he favor a nature interpretive center? Mr. Fashingbauer responded stating he could not come up ' with anything that would do justice to the City and its enterprises as a nature center would. Mayor L'iebl asked how many nature centers in the area or metro wide area could ' be depended on for this type of program. Mr. Fashingbauer said at Warner, there had to be full time people hired to fi11 the demands of one community. He said immediately after the center opened, they were filled with reservations and unable to take in any walk in visitors. He stated, ti�ey could not meet the demands. � � i.J � , Mayor Liebl asked if the nature centers were unique in design. Mr. Fashingbauer explained there are no two alike in physicai facilities and no two operate in the same manner. Councilman Nee asked how the Warner Center had been financed. Mr. Fashingbauer said the Center was owned by a private Foundat9on and the Science Museum of Minnesota. He said the funding far the Science Museum had been obtained through the State Legislature. He said the center operates with almost no public funding. Mr. Fashingbauer said Mr. Goodrich Lowry could answer these questions, he would be one of the best judges of the metro area nature centers. He explained, Mr. Lowry had formed Carver and three other centers. i. � i� � , i , � � � � � , , � � ' � , SPECIAL MEETING OF JANUARY 15, 1974 PAGE 3 27 Mr. Goodrich Lowry addressed the Council and stated before the formation of the committee to establish the Carver and other centers, he had traveled all over the country to review nature centers. He recalled when he heard there was discussion on a proposed nature center in the Fridley area, he thought this wouid be just an ordinary site. He toured the area with Mr. Mark Noble and Mrs. Seegar and was antonished with the beavers, marshes and other assets �f the site. He stated this is one of the best opportunities in the country for the installation of a nature center. Ne said he was impressed with the qut�lity of the people concerned with the project and also impressed with the environment of the City of Frid]ey. Dr. Trezona stated he felt Mr. Lowry's attendance at the meeting and interest in the proposai was a cormpliment to the community. Dr. Trezona commented that Dr. Holloway had arrived and he introduced him to the Council and audience. He asked Dr. Nolloway if he would like to make any statements and Dr. Holloway said he wouid like to listen to the general discussion before he would make any comments. The Rev. Winston Worden addressed the Council and said, as the Council is aware, he is a Pastor and had had a great dea] of experience in Scouting. He stated he would have to say in all honesty and from the bottom of his heart that his greatest experiences with God have occurred out of doors. He further explained he was not saying he did not enjoy experiences in the established church. He said he had seen more men and young men have religious experiences, an top of a mountain or at•the lake shore, than he has experienced as a Pastor in church. He said he supported the nature center proposal because this would build the educationa] experiences far the City of Fr9d]ey and also give the people a spiritual insight. He stated there would be no greater possible use for the land than what is being proposed by the nature center interpretive advocates. Dr. Trezona stated he hoped what the Foundation had presented to the Council was acceptable. . , � Mayor Liebl said he was impressed with the presentation given by the members of the Foundation. Ne said he was also impressed by tMe proposed nature interpretive program and said he is sure this type of program would be worthwhiie to the community. Mayor Liebl directed his comments to Dr. Trezona stating he had not been born in this country, but had traveled in many parts of the world and had seen many different kinds of countries. He assured those present that.the future generations and cit9zens of Fridley will remember and appreciate the decision which would be made by the City Council on the North Park issue. He recalled the land had been acquired a few years ago with funding aid coming in the amount of 25% from the City of Fridley, 25% from State Funds, and 50� from Federal Funding. Councilman Starwalt explained he had been hearing the pros and cons of both sides of this issue and one of the main fact� rsin determination of the usage of North Park would be the funding source. He said he had heard the golf course would be self supporting and the nature cenier would be expensive. He questioned the members of the Foundation asking if they were prepared to discuss the�r proposals for funding the nature center at this time. He asked if this would be discussed now or sometime in the future. Dr.. Trezona said he did not think the Foundation was prepared to make a statement of the funding at the present time. He explained the Foundation is not sure where the funding would come from. He recalled the development of another center in the area and commented it had obtained funding from the County and also from private donations. He said this made the nature center possible. He said there would be some educational programs provided from the tax ro11s through the interest and aid of School District #14. He said they were prepared.to aid in the compensation of a naturalist. He pointed out there would be no immediate need for any ]arge expendi.tures of money to use the facility, it could be used at the present time. in its present condition with the'use of a naturalist. He concluded, he did not know the answer, but thought it could be funded. � Mayot^ Liebl expressed doubt that the group could accumulate enough funds to make ' i the nature center operational and maintained without any cost to the citizens of � Fridley. Mayor Liebl repeated the request by the Chairman of the Foundation, stating ')if the City of Fridley would go ahead and lease the Foundation the 120 acre� to � the foundation, and tell the people they would not have io contribute to the project, � ; this would be irresponsible. Dr. Trezona agreed, but stated, the facility wou7d i be usable as a nature center as it stands. l 4 1 'i ; � � � SPECIAL MEETING OF JANUARY 15, 1974 PAGE 4 Mayor LiebT said the nature center supporters would have to be honest in the ' funding matter. He pointed out that the tax structure of the City was very good at the present time and the City and Gounty taxes had decreased, but the School District #14 taxes had increased. He said if the School District would have done the same thing, there would not have been any increases in the City. He said � he would not say the City would agree to give the Foundation the land and this would resolve the City from any responsilility. He said there would have to be some cooperation for the establishment of a nature center in the City of Fridley or the idea would not get off the ground. Dr. Trezona agreed saying this could be done wiih the Cooperation of the City and the School Districts. Mayor Liebl pointed out that there is no Federal fundinq available at this time for this type of project. He said it would be possible to talk to the state. Fie said again, this would have to be done in the best interest of the entire community, and all of the people in the community would have to be considered in the decision making process. He added, both requests for the development of North Park have to be considered, and he would be making a proposal which he believed would be acceptable to the Council. Councilman Starwalt said he had been questioning a11 aspects of the proposal during his time on the Council and he had thought there was not enough firm information to hang on to any exacting plans. He pointed out that the other successful nature centers had received contributions from private sources, State funds and also Federal funding. He said in this instance or proposal, the tax payers of Fridley would be compelled to pay the initial cost which may be about $80,000. He said the Woodlake Center was only one half of this amount and the remainder was obtained through State and Federal funding. Councilman Starwalt questioned the change in opinion expressed by the School District #14. He said initially, School District #14 said they would not be able to help with the funding or staffing of such a nature center, and the second decision had been changed to indicate there would be some aid in the staffing of a nature center. � Mr. John Meyers, Chairman of the Board of Education of School District #14, addressed the Council and said the matter was discussed at two different times with different criteria in mind. He explained that from the standpoint of ihe structure of the curriculum at the time that this was first reviewed, it couid not be said that the School District cou]d provide this aid which would be something down the line. He further explained the first decision was one decided upon on the first set of facts, it was a job well done with what was available to work with. He said recently the School Board had met and discussed at length the policy which it would establish in the matter. He said the second was a policy statement whlch would indicate their policy for the future. He continued tf�is may be dane � with the cooperation of the City and the School District and this would not necessarily mean there would be an increase in taxes for the people of Fridley. Coancilman Starwa7t said he had heard that there is no iimit to the amount ofi activities that could be planned and executed at the naiure center. He addressed his questions to Mr. Fashingbauer who had stated the nature centers are filled up for months in advance just hours after opening. He explained one May day he was in the area of a nature center and stopped to review it. He stated there was only two staff inembers�present, one was talking on the telephone and the other was maintaining a bridge. He said there was one visitor and himself there, and not one other soul in sight. He said he was puzzied and wondered where all of the people were. fle asked what type of scheduling was done, was this during peak and non-peak times. He asked if there are times where there is no one present. Mr. Fashingbauer said he wished this was true. He stated at the center where he is on the staff, they are booked soiid, but there are some seasonal breaks. He continued to explain that a minimum of 140 people per day would be visiting the center. He said the staff limits the number to two classrooms or one bus load, and the schools put as many bodies in the bus as possible. He said the staff consists of two naturalists and 160 housewives who volunteer their time as trail guides for one day per week. Cauncilman Breider questioned Or. Trezona on the letter which had been submitted to the Cour�cil before the present meeting. He said he had read and re-read the letter and questioned if the membership of the advisory coRxnittee and the directors i :r � r �:. ; Si' ' � � � � ' � � L_ � I � � � SPECIAL MEETING OF JANUARY 15, 1974 PAGE 5 29 of the Foundation were in agreement with ihe proposal in the ietter. Dr. Trezona said at the last meeting of the committee, he was authorized to write the statement. Councilman Breider asked if the Foundation had any funds in its treasury. �r. 7rezona said there was approximately $200 in the fund. Councilman Breider questioned Dr. Trezona asking if the Foundation had given any thought to the Islands of Peace Project and their attempt to gain funding. He said the funding would be requested from the same people, he asked if this was a logical plan. Dr. Trezona said the paths of the two Foundations may cross, but it could not be determined if there would be competition in this respect. Councilman Breider asked if the Foundation would like some tentative statement from the Council on the considerution of the proposal. He questioned if this would be a great task to obtain the necessary.funding. Dr. Trezona said he would like the Council's consideration on the proposal of setting up a time table for the consideration of the establishment of a nature center. He said if the group had some time to work on the funding, and a statement which would provide for the installation of a nature center if the necessary funds are acquired by the Foundation, •then it would be possible to obtain the funding. He said again if the money is obtained in a certain amount of time, he would like some indication from the Council that they would make a decision in favor of the Foundation. Mayor Liebl pointed out.that the City had hired a professional for input on the utilization of North Park, and also an outside consultant and this was done at the time when the grant was applied for. He said at this time, the City had indicated they would develop the property with some sort of recreationaT facility, and this could be interpreted many ways. He stated the Council would have to be responsib7e to its constituents and make a decision which is not based on political pressures. He stressed the development of the land should be of some benefit to the people of the City of Fridley and the project was pressed for time. He said at one point, the Consideration was put in the hands of a committee, which was an attempt to lessen the political pressures. He said the committee was made up of equal members from each of the requested proposals. He said the land could not be left as it _ is, because this is not what had been promised the State and Federai Governments when the funding was applied for. He said he was not referring to monatary benefits to the people of Fridley, he had taken an oath of office which indicated the majority of the citizens would rule and he would abide by this. Mayor Liebl stated he hoped the proposal by the Foundation was not being made for � the purposes of stalling the consideration on the issue. He stressed, the Council could no longer stall, it must make a decision, and live with the decision. He said he could not give the Foundation years to try to obtain the necessary committment , for funding. He stated this would not be acceptable. � ' �I � r ' Dr. Trezona said the Foundation had no intention of stalling. He said it would be their obligation to find the funding and this would take some time. Mayor Liebl questivned Dr Trezona on what was to be to]d the people of fridley after the City had set up a committee, hired a consultant to give a report on the utilization of the land, and this was to point out the directi�n to go according to the criteria of the area. Ne said the decision which was to be made couid not possibly please everyone. Mayor Lieb] continued stating he would be ready soon to make a recommendation to the Council on his suggestion for the utilization. He explained, by the City Charter, he is unable to make a motion. He turther stated he would work to provide what is in the best interest of the people of Fridley. Dr. Trezona said the citizens have no power to act on the matter alone, and this is why the foundation had been set up. He added, they could acquire the fands which would re]ieve the citizens, the City, and the tax budget. Ms. Shelly Gar addressed the Counci] and said she is a local artist and would like to speak for artists from all over the state. She pointed out that the North Park area would provide a site for artists to work being it had never been touched. She continued to state she had been involved with the Fridley Cultural Growth program and found it difficult to work on as there is no place in Fridley to work. She stated she had obtain approval form a well known artist to paint a work which would be auctioned off with the proceeds from the auction going to the nature center Foundation. She said not all of the funding would have to be.provided immediately like in the construction of the golf course. She added, this could be a long range plan. She stated once the area is bulldozed, it could not be a nature center. � i i •� . ; , 3Q , , , � � ' . � � ' , r � ��II L� � � � ' SPECIAL MEETING OF JANUARY 15, 1974 PAGE 6 Dr. Holloway addressed the Council and said the consideration of the decision in light of the current energy crisis should be discussed. Ne indicated all of the current information regarding the energy situation is confusing from the politicians and also the representatives of the various oil companies. He thought it was true, the American people could expect an energy shortage which wouid change our life styles. He recalled the type of situation and forms of recreation that were limited to the people during the 1930's and he continued saying the people of Fridley would have to depend on the area open space for recreational activity. He said this is the reason the open space programs are receiving so much sharp attention in the Metro area. Dr. Holloway said there is natural untouched beauty in this area and he would ask the Council to consider the decision wisely with the educational values being considered. Mayor Liebl asked Dr. Holloway if he had looked at the area and had seen the traffic, noise and industry in the area. Dr. Holloway said he had seen the area and he would still say this is best suited for a nature center. Dr. Holloway ca.11ed the Council's attention ta the creation of Central Park in the middle of New York City and said the people of the City could not live without it. Mayor Liebl asked if Dr. Holloway thought a golf course would be environmentally detremental to the community and Dr. Holloway said initially, it may not be. Ne continued with the shortage of fuel, eventually it may not be possible to mow the lawn. He aiso pointed out that the peop7e of the area are able to take their children.to the north woods of the State and view natural settings. He thought this would also be limited in the future. He said North Park may be invaluable in the future. Councilman Breider said there are 32,000 people in Fridley and they are of all interest groups. He listed some of the activities that may interest the individual citizens as water sports, birds, golf, skating, softball, and other activfties. He believed the City should create as diversified a recreational prog�am as possible for all those in the City. Dr. Holloway again stressed in the future the children may not be able to get out of the City for natural environmental study. He said the proposed system of operation would be an economically closed system and this woulc! have a premium value. Councilman Breider asked Dr. Holloway if he had seen the other possible nature center sites in the City of Fridley. Dr. Holloway said the other areas do not have the diversity of the North Park site. Ne said North Park is a large square which gives the feeling of being enclosed in something. He said the other areas are linear and continuous in natural setting. Councilman Breider mentioned the possibility of establishing a nature enterpretation program or a compromise with the staffing of a naturalist out of North Park. Dr. Holloway,said North Park is unique and the features are not present in the other sites. Ne thought Councilman Breider's suggestion was an optomistic one. Councilman Breider stressed ti�e are no other sites in the City which would be suitable to a golf course and there are others which could be used as a nature center. Dr. Holloway again pointed out the uniqueness of North Park and its suitability as a nature center. He said it is a beautiful square and also a beautiful possibi7ity for the Fridley community. Couniclman Starwait said he thought there was a supermarket of nature center activity in the area. Dr. Holloway said each of the individual centers is unique with many different types conditions. He said this area contains a prairie which is not found in many in many nature centers and with this specific environment, it is an educational tool. Councilman Starwalt asked if the North Park area had been cultivated years back. Dr. Holloway said he could not ans4�er this question, he is an architect, but there were other� present who would be able to determine this fact. A member of the audience said some of the area had been cultivated years back. f � _: � i 'i � L! � , ' , �. ' � � , ' � L� � � `'. ' � 31 SPECIAL MEETING OF JANUARY T5, ]974 PAGE 7 Councilman Starwalt said he thought the north area abutting Moore Lake could be used as a floating bridge interpretation area. He said the techniques studied by the children at Woodlake Nature Center could also be studied in this area. He said he was referring to pushing rods into the mud and studying the life in the marsh area. He added there is a diversity of areas throughout the City which would lend to the natural environmental studies. Mr. Ross addressed the Council and said he resided on the east shore of Moore Lake and the majority of the area has been filled. He recalled the area was once beautiful and was enjoyed because of the natural setting and the ducks. He said now the area is filled and grass had been planted to create a softball field. He said it is realiy not a park, it is only a piece of grass: Councilman Starwalt said there was a need for additional playgrounds in the area. Mr. Ross asked what had been sacrificed for this installation. He said the educationai aspects and the natural life of the areas have to be considered. Mr. Bill Hogan, addressed the Council and said he used the area for many years and there were many species of animals and vegatation. He added the area is worth savfng for this reason. Professor Lawrence said there is so much thought given to the financing of the nature center through the iax payers. He said the Carver center was financed through private subscriptions which were ob tained by a finance committee. He said only ten subscribers were needed at $25,000 each and the committee received 12. He said the private subscriptions had taken care of the areas funding for three years, and now the County had taken over the maintenance of the center. Mayor Liebl asked how many acres were in this center. Mr. Goodrich Lowry amswered there was about 1,000 acres. 61r. Lowry said when he had visited the nature centers a11 over the country, he was astonished that there are no two the same. He said some operate on $100,000 a year and some on $5,000. Some are heavily staff.ed and some work with only volunteers. He stressed the economics of a nature cen�er cannot be generaiized. Councilman Breider questioned Dr. Trezona and his proposed time table. He pointed out in the instances of the creation of the nature centers beinq discussed that • the citizens of those communities were in agreement on the estab7ishment of the nature centers. Ne again pointed out that the City of Fridley is split and is facing a dilemma on the proposed usage of North Park. He continued saying, he had talked to people all over the City and has received mixed reactions, but it appears that the majority of the citizens speculate that they favor a golf course. He said he did not think the Council would be reaching a decision on the matter at the present meeting and he could not see where they were presently accompiishing anything which has not been discussed before. The Rev. Winston Worden said Carver Nature Center was not preserved early enough and it took thousands of dollars to bring the land back to the point that the City of_ Fridley has in North Park. He stressed North Park does not have to be � brought back. He said those concerned with Carver thought it was a good idea to bring the land back, but the City of Fridley has the good forture to have the land • usable now. Mr. David Narris, 470 Rice Creek Blvd, addressed the Council and said he was a member of the City Council when North Park was acquired. He said he represented the Council at the State of Minnesota when they were considering the funding of the project. He stated h e was not present to argue the relative merits of the property and he added, he had enjoyed the presentation made by the people from the Foundation. He said this type of presentation would make those present cognizant of many things which they were not aware of. Mr. Harris 3isted those present who were interested in the golf course utilization of North Park and said many people not present were also interested. He explained that the Chamber of Commerce had offered to do a. study on the utilization of the area as a golf course and had many professionals and experts who had compiled information supportive to this course of action, and he would like the same opportunity to address the Council with those experts. Dr. Trezona said the Foundation would like some time to come up with such a p1an. He said there is some land south of the North Park area where it would be possible to instal] a golf course. Ne explained this to be a parcel with very few trees and not with the same ecological impact as North Par.k, He said he was not agains� golf courses and would not speak against a golf course. . . � , 32 � �� SPECIAL MEETING OF JANUARY 15, 1974 PAGE 8 Councilman Starwalt said he thought the members of the Foundation are sincere and knowlegeable beyond belief. He said he appreciated the presentation and thanked a]1 those who had contributed to it. � � Mr. Ken Sporre adressed the Co�ancil and requested the Council give the Foundation � 90 days to come up with the funding. He said the Foundation cannot say they have i the money at the present time and they could not get the funding until they had i a firm plan on what was to be done. 1 , ' � ' , � , � 7 , , � Mr. John Meyer said the cost of the construction of the goif course would concern him, this cou]d be adverse. He said to say that a nature center would be a tax burden, this would be an overstatement. He said the nature center could become a joint project with all the School Districts participating. He said the formuia couid be established as a per child situation to furnish a naturalist. He said. this would have to be done under a specific formula. Mayor Liebl referred to the 1974 budget and said the City had placed one half a miliion dollars in the parks and recreation budget. He said this wou]d provide facilities for people in all parts of the City plus an excellent staff and much equipment. Mayor Liebl further explained some people say not enough is spent and some say too much is spent, but the Council had to know where and when to stop, He recalled at the meeting of the Council the previous evening, there was a problem caused for a property owner by a toddler park installation. He said' whatever the City does, there is a price tag on it. He'said the Council must be frugal and responsible to the people. He said if the people do not like the way the members of the Council say yes and no, they would be able to do something every three years at election time. Councilman Utter explained in the tast two years the CIty had acquired a great deal of park, He pointed out that just recently they had acquired a park in the East River Road area and this had made the people of that area very happy. He explained he has•received calls of thanks from children, Dr. Trezona said he woulc! like the Counci] to consider the request of the Foundation and allow them one to two months time. He said he would not want to think it was the tax load that had defeated the installation of the nature center. He thanked those who had aitended the meeting. Mrs. Lee Ann Sporre addressed the Council and said she would like the members of the Council to take advantage of the knowledgeable people at the meeting. She continued, they are very technical and qualified to answer all the questions in the Srauer Report. She repeated they can amply answer a]1 of the Council's questions. Mrs. Sporre asked the Council to take the time to review the matter with those of the Foundation to get a better feeling of what had been done at the present meeting. She said she realized there was no Santa Claus, but these people had done something that had not been done to this point. She said the Foundation could get the answers and had the leadership to get the job done. Mayor Liebl thanked those present for attending the meeting and said they wou7d hear from him and the Council. � The meeting concluded at 10:50 p.m. (��'�'�«� ��"" -" Respectfully submitted, Patricia Eliis Secretary to the City Council ate pprove Frank G. Liebl, Mayor 0 i� �. � i _ . ,.., I i ; . � � , . - -_ -_- : -� .. -.:' .: :F� °' . .. . . . � . . . � . : . � . .. - .F 1 � � � . . . ' . .. . . . � � � � . . � .� . � • � ' � . . . . . � � . � . � . � . .. � . I� � � . . . . . . . � . . . . � . . ' . . . � ' i � . . � . . . � � � � . � � . � . . . . . � .. . . . I. . . . � � � . � . . . . . � . . . � . . . . � . . . � . . � . . . . . � . . . . ': , I � � � . . . . � � � � . .� , . � � � : � . � � . � . . , . .. . . „� . THE MINUTES OF THE REGU�AR MEETTNG OF 7HE FRIDLEY CI7Y COUNCIL OF `; , . '' � � �*� . JANUARY 21, 1974 �. #. ;; , � i � . . � . . � . . . � .. �.i , . � . . � . . . . . . `t � . . . . � . . . � � � � 'i-i . . . . . � . . � . �. . . '�� . , � � � � . . . . . . . � . . � . . � . - .is:' . � • . . � . . . .� � � . . . . ' x 1 . . . � . � . .i_ . . . � . . � . . ,t'; . � . . � � � . . �. � a ' . �� . ' . ' . � . . .. .. . , . � � . . . . � . . . � � ..: � . . . � . ' �. . .. . . ' . ' � . . � � . � . . . . . � . . . . . . � � � . . � � . � . � . . � � . . . . .: 4 . .. .' � � � . ' � . � . . . . . . , ., . � � � . � ' . . . . i`� . , . � � . � . . . . � � . . . . . . . ] III .' � • ' . . . � . I. � � � ' � . . . � . � ' . . .� ' _ � 't s.l .' � � � . . . � . . . . � . . ' � � . . . . � . . . f `.. . � � I -- _ 3`�. �I� i� ' 1 � ' ! r ' � � , ' , THE MINU7ES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF JANUARY 21, 1974 The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council of January 21, 1974 was called to order at 7:32 p.m. by Mayor Liebl. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Liebl led the Council and the audience in saying the Pledge of Al]egiance to the Flag. INVOCATION: Mayor Liebl offered the Invocation. ROLL CALL: MEMBERS PRESENT: Councilman Nee, Councilman Breider, Counciiman Starwalt, Counci)man Utter, and Mayor Liebl. MEMBERS ABSENT: None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: REGULAR MEETING OF DECEMBER 17, 1973: MOTION by Councilman 8reider to adopt the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Fridley Council of December 17, 1974 as submitted. Seconded by Counciman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl deciared the motion carried unanimously. REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 7, 1974: MOTION by Councilman Nee to adopt the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council of January 7, 1974 as presented. Seconded by Counciiman Utter. Upon a voice vote, a11 voting aye, Mayor Lieb] declared the motion carried unanimously. ADOPTION OF AGENDA: Mayor Liebi said he would like to add a resolution requesting the Suburban Rate Authority to Took into the procedure of estimating Gas Company bills. MOTION by Councilman Starwalt to adopt the Agenda as amended by the addition of the Resolution to be submitted to the Suburban Rate Authority. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimous1y. VISITORS MR. HENRY PETERSON, AMERICAN LEGION, ANNOUNCEMEN7 OF CITIZENSHIP CLASSES: Mr. Peterson addressed the Ccuncil and said he would like to annouce the American Legion was scheduling Citizenship Classes to begin Saturday, February 2, 1974. He said the classes would be without charge. Mr. Peterson also pointed out that there is a State wide program requesting the Flag be flown everyday. He exp]ained that those participating would receive a certificate and the City of Fridley has issued more certificates than any city in the State. MR DAN FISH, HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION COMMITTEE MEMBER, REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL MEMBERS: Mr. Dan Fish addressed the Council and requested the Council take some action on the request of the Human Relations Commission to increase the size of inembership of the Comnittee which was within the minutes of the Human Relations Committee and in the current agenda. He also requested the method of selection of the membership be reviewed to increase attendance at the meetings. PUBLIC.HEARINGS: None. , OLD BUSIN€SS: �: � � � � , � JI , ' �J � � � � � ' �J 34 REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 21, 1974 PAGE 2 CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PURCNASE OF BACKHOE LOADER (TABIED 1-7-74); MOTION by .CounciTman Utter to concur with the recommendation of the Public Works Director, Ralph Voklman, and award the contract for the purchase of the Backhoe Loader to Valley Equipment Company for a John Deere JD-410, in the amount of $18,059, with a deposit of $1,200. Seconded by Councilman Nee. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor LiebT declared the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE Of FRONT END LOADER (TABLED 1-7-74}; MOTION by Counciiman Utter to award the contract for the purchase of the Front End. Loader to Olson Equipment Company for the Waldon 5,000 with the towing attachment and ball and socket hitch in the amount of $12,890. Seconded by Councilman Nee. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. REPORT FROM MAYOR LIEBL ON POSSIBLE ALTERNATIVE USES OF NORTH PARK PROPERTY: Mayor Liebl said he had not talked to the other members of the Council concerning his recommendation for the alternative uses of North Park because this would have constituted a private meeting. Mayor Liebl provided copies of the statement to the members of the press, Administration, and the members of the Council. Mayor Liebl read the following statement to those present: During the past two or three months there has been an increase in the number of . inquires regarding the Council's position on the ultimate use of North Park. I am also aware that Citizens' Committees have been formed representing both sides of this issue. These people will be expending their time and effort in an attempt to assure its use as either a Nature Study area or a Municipa7 Golf Course. I personally, believe as elected representatives of the City of Fridley, we must be prepared to make a decision on this matter. Additionai study and promotional efforts by both sides over a lengthy period of time wi17 only create additional disunion within our Community. We have spent $11,000.00 of taxpayers' money conducting an exhaustive study on the best possible use of this property by an independent consulting firm and additional taxpayers' money involving countless hours of our Administrative staff in providing information to the consultants and the ad hoc committee which was appointed to review the consultants' study. We indicated publiciy through the minutes of our Council meeting, that when this report was placed upon our table, we would act on the matter. I recognize that to make a decision may not be popular with a71 the citizens of this community, but I am certain government would not continue to function if we had to. wait in passing resolutions and ordinances for unanimous citizens' approval. Like Harry Truman once said, "If it gets too hot in the kitchen, it's time to get out", Gentlemen: I am satisfied that the study and its evaluations have been completed and any further studies will prove to be inconclusive and those people who are firm in their God given rights to their own convictions will not be swayed by the welt intentioned motives of either of these groups. :,--� We have been elected by the citizens of this community to be decision makers, so now it is time to quit straddling the fence and make a decision. Our failure to do so wiil only result in this matter being decided at the po71s, and then, only one ,� side can prevail. If we can resolve this issue at this•table, I firmly believe � we can do the best for the majority of our fine citizens. . There are those who feel strongly that this area should be set aside for a nature study area and as I mentioned previously, these people have a right to their opinion. Likewise, there are those in our community who feel the best interests of Fridley would be served by making this area a municipal golf course and being t�xpayers in this community, they are also entit7ed to their apinion. After careful consideration and study and meeting with people who represent both sides of the issue, it now appears to me, we can make a decision that meets and fulfills the desires of the majority of our citizens. ,' 35-� REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 21, 1974 PAGE 3 As your Mayor, I am suggesting and will later ask for a motion that will broaden our recreationa] facilities by not just one program, but two worthwhile programs. I am recorrn�nnending that we hire, this year, a Nature Interpretive Director and place him or her on our staff to promoie and conduct those functions which will provide us with a better understanding of nature and how to live and preserve it. This individual and supporting staff will be provided office space in our Civic Center as a natural place of organization. This program will be funded adequately in order to be able to draw on all the resourses of the seven county metropolitan area and not be confined or restricted to one specific area that in time (as pointed out in the 8rauer Report) will be lacking in natural resourses such as the North Park Area. This program should encompass the natural environmental department in expanding programs in the areas now•being acquired by the County for this purpose. I am referring to the Chain of Lakes acquisition and Bunker Prarie Park, now under the control of the Anoka County Board of Commissioners. By utilizing these two areas, we have at our disposal nearly two thousand acres of naturai resourses. Many other areas exist in Anoka County which although, smaller in size and different in makeup such as the Coon Rapids Dam Area, Islands of Peace and our own Locke Park, will complement this program. Taxpayers and foundations throughout the metropolitan area have acquired and assembled other areas of interest and these also should be part of this comprehensive nature interpretive program. With this inventory of land and suburban facilities we can have a nature program second to none in the metropolitan area and again be leaders in Anoka County with a nature educational program without penalizing those who would like to see us have a profit making municipal golf course. I am recommending that the second part of this motion designate the North Park area to be a municipa] golf course and proceed by this motion to interview and hire an architect and authorize the City to sell revenue bonds to finance the project. to me,that in thi e to orovide the peop�e of th9s communi t e o ortunit to artici ate in the recreationa] outlei of thelr cnoice. ine a7ternative of providing a nature center on y or a golf course on y, is not acceptable. It is obvious if we as Councilmen allow this course of action to be taken, we will be responsible for dividing the citizens of our corr�nunity into factions that wilT be at odds with each other at a time when community harmony is needed and confidence in government at many levels has been shaken. I am aware that there are those in this community who would relish this division, but gentlemen, let's not bow to this small minority. Our fai7ure to act wi]1 only perpetuate these single purpose groups and widen the gap between the electorate before the people will have the choice to render their opinion at the polls. If this decision cannot be reached through Council action by the majority of this Council, I suggest that we advise the electorate here and now that we have failed to agree and that this item will appear on the ballot for voter consideration in the fall election. I am certain in my own mind that if this item appears on the ballot,_the proponents of a revenue generating municipal golf course will prevail. The income from this profit making recreational facility wiTT provide the needed funds for our nature interpretive program. Gentlemen: If this be the case, we have failed in our�responsibility and have provided only one recreational program when the citizens of this comnunity could and should have had both programs. This decision is still ours........... Frank G. Liebl, Mayor Mayor Liebl said he had come to this decision after two years of studying the proposals for North Park. He said he had looked at the resourses of the City of Fridley and he hoped that the fine citizens of the City of Fridley would concur with his recommendation to the Council. He said he would leave the decision up � � � � i , �, ll � �I � � ' � ' � � il � ' i ' ss .. REGULAR MEETING OF JANUARY 21, 1974 to the community and the Council. PAGE 4 Mayor Liebl said before any final decision is made, he would like to obtain the counsel of the City Attorney on what procedure would have to be followed. He said he also wanted the other members of the Council to individualTy offer their opinions on the proposai he had made. He asked Councilman Utter if he thought the recommendation wou]d be in the best interest of the City. ,'�j � Councilman Utter said he thought it was a Tittle eerly for him to make any cor�nents. He continued stating he thought the way the material was presented was impressive. He also stated the idea of the County being best suited to construct and maintain • a nature center in one of their various open space areas was a feasible plan. He suggested the praperty in Fridley, east of Old Centra7 for the 9nstal]ation of such a nature center. He said this section of property had n ot been mentioned in the report by Brauer. Mayor Liebl called on Coanc9lman Breider to present his thou9hts. Councilman Breider said he would like to reiterate a few of Councilman Utter's remarks. He agreed the City did need two different types of programs, and said this had been expressed very weiT. He said the proposai for the establishment of a nature center through the County appealed to him. He expressed the view that the establishment of a nature center as proposed in the North Park area and suggested by the Foundation would be very difficult to fund because this would be too similar to the Islands of Peace project and would conflict with their funding. Ne said this would be setting up the same project in the same area and requesting funds from the same people, and one or the other of these projects would suffer greatly. He said it is his persanal belief that the County could set up a nature interpretive program in a larger area which would be more feasible in consideration with the amount of maintenance and funding required. Councilman Breider commented, the City shou7d look for the estab7ishment of the best possible and well rounded recreation program and if a nature center is established � in Horth�Park, it would not be possible to instal} a golfing facility in the City. � Councilman Breider pointed out that the proposal for the installation of the golf course on the airport site had not received much interest from the MetropolStan Airport Commission. - Councilman Breider said he concurred with the principle of the proposal, but not necessarily the sequence. Mayor Liebl asked the members of the Counci7 to comment on whether or not he had influenced them or discussed the matter with them previous to the meeting. Councilman Utter said he had not talked to Mayor Liebl about the proposed recommendation. Councilman Breider said he,had not talked to Mayor Liebl. Councilman Starwalt said when he read the agenda and the item which concerned Mayor Liebl's statement, he truly did not know whai to expect. He said he thought Mayor , Liebl had mad.e an excel�ent presentation to the Counci7. He said he would quarrel with the form and not the substance. He stated, he did not believe any action on the matter should be taken at the current meeting. He said he had made this decision . before he had seen or heard the substance of the report. He hoped a third proposa] woutd be recommended in the report, but he realized the land had been acquired for the installation of a golf course, Councilman Starwalt continued stating the school population in Fridley is leveling and the City is a maturing City. He added, the uses of North Park and the money � of the City's taxpayers should be considered with these facts in mind. He said the annual budget of the Parks and Recreation Department is one half a million dollars, and this is a sizeab]e sum. � Councilman Starwalt said he had stated earlier that he would favor a referendum - after much and ample discussion orithe part of the citizens of Fridley. He added, • the Brauer Report had received much criticism, but he felt this money was well spent because of the awareness it brought to the people and the understanding of the concept involved. He said the drainage system of the area would have to be considered and also the increasing urbanization of the area surrounding North Park. Councilman Starwalt questioned the idea of the golf course being referred to as a money making proposition and said he did not agree or disagree with this concept, but thought it should be considered as a usage that would pull its own weight � I � � � ' i � � � I� � � ' ,� �J �� ' ' ' ' 3�f . REGULAR COUNCIL MEE7ING OF JANUARY 21, 1974 PAGE 5 financialTy. He said the people attending the facility would pay and the tax payers would not have their taxes increased. He said this was his only quarrel with the substance of the report. He stated he had never played golf in his life. Councilman Starwalt said the City of fridley is a developing City and he would lean toward the golf course. He said he did not feel he has heard all that he could on the matter at the present time. Mayor Liebl thanked Counci]man Starwalt for his sincere comments. Mayor Liebl replied, if Councilman Starwalt wished to know if the golf course would be a money making proposition for the City the golf courses in the area shouid be contacted. Mayor Liebl said he would be willing to go the voters of the City of Fridley for a decision, but the members of the Council are elected officials with the purpose of being decision makers, He stated after two and a half years, it is about time to make a decision. He said he was not trying to be pushy, but felt there had . been time enough to make a competent and reasunably sound decision. Councilman Nee stated 9t seemed to him that they are facing one question, and this question is one of financing. He said it did not seem to him that this would be a big question any longer. Ne said the City could finance the goif course without going to the tax payers, and now, the Foundation would be developing the nature center without going to the taxpayers. He said this would eliminate the issue of , financing. He added,he personally thougl�t there were some errors in the report,. he had not seen the evidence on the economic projection of the revenue. He said if a golf course is established in the North Park area, and the economic projections are not as expected, this would force the City to go to the people for aid in funding also. He explained, if the Foundation were to lease the area, it would support i.tself. He questioned if the funding obtained by the golf course faci]ity could be applied to any other project under the conditions of the LAWCON grant. He said he thought the question to be an academic one, it is what the people want and what society needs. Councilman Nee said the nature center supporters would make the same type of proposal which would make North Park a nature center and place a golf pro on the City's staff. He stated the golf pro could take the City's golfers to different courses, He said whether a naturalist or a golf pro is placed on the staff, it really comes down to ihe point of what the people prefer and he thought. the people want a nature center. He said if the nature would not be a success, it could be changed in future years, but if it is bulldozed to create a golf course, this could not be reversed. Councilman Nee said in his judgement, North Park should be lefi in its natural state. He dia not want to see excavation of the ]and or the cutting of the trees. He stated, this would have to be his position. He felt the question before the Council was what the people want and what society needs and if this had to go to a referendum, so be it. Counci]man Nee said he would be prepared to go into the plan for the establishment. of the golf course on the airport property. He stated the Administration had not brought response, and they stiil did not know if this woald be possib7e. Mayor Liebl questioned this proposa] stating he did not think the people of Fridley would approve of the construction of the City of Fridley numicipal golf course in another comnunity. Mr. A. C. Mattson, 6320 Riverview Terrace said he had been a resident of the City of Fridley for 16 years and had contributed a great deal of money for the building of parks for the young people of the community. He said he thought it disturbing that there was no place to go in the City of Fridley for his own recreation, t�e said there are many facilities for the young people, but he had to go to Coon Rapids to golf. Mr. Mattson said he thought it was about time•the City should provide a place of recreation for the adults. He mentioned the establishment of the Islands of Peace for those who would want to visit a natural area. He added, if the people want to look at animals, they can go to the zoo. Mr. Mattson commented that he had only golfed four times, but thought he would be taking more time for this type of activity in the future. He continued saying there may be 2,000 who want to look at the natural areas, but there would be 10,000 who would want to golf. He said this could be put up for a vote as well as anything else that took a decision, there would no longer be a need for the City Council. • Mr. Andy Labiak, 221 Satelite Lane, referred to the facilities for recreation in Fridley, and said compared to many other corronunities, there are none. He listed some of the facilities provided in the neighboring co�anunities and stated there should be some facilities in Fridley for the people that live in Fridley. , � �� REGULAR MEETING OF JANt1ARY 27, 1974 PAGE 6 • Mr. Henry Peterson referred to the Islands of Peace and said they were currently � being funded. He said these facilities are for the disabled veterans and all other people. He added, the City also had many parks. He repeated the Islands of Peace are for all of the people and he asked why there should be a duplicate. Hz said the children in Fridley should be brought to the Islands of Peace because there are � many people who visit the facility and would appreciate the aid of the young people of Fridley. Mr. Peterson pointed out there is a swinxning facility and natural at the Moore Lake park. He expressed the view that a golf course should be established to allow diversification of recreational activ�ties. � . Mr. Adolph Kukowski, 6131 5th Street N. E„ addressed the Counci7 and said he believed in the instaliation of a nature center on the North Park site, l00%. He said he � thought there should be someplace in Frid]ey to take his children and show them some natural environment. Ne said he had been at the Islands of Peace and Locke Park � artd there is no comparison between the natural assets of these two areas and North Park. Mr. Rony Peka, 5932 5th Street, said he would want North Park used for a nature � center and he felt very strongly about this. He said.there are not enough nature centers in the area and there are many golf courses. He said the young peopTe and the elderly people would appreciate the nature center facility. He repeated, he believed the City should provide a naiure center. � � Dr. Richard Trezona, 177 Hartman Circle, Chairman of the Spring Brook Nature Center Foundation addressed the Council and said lie had nothing to say in opposition to the golf course, and he felt the City should have one, but he thought the 120 acres of North Park should be a nature center. Dr. Trezona said he is enthusiastic for � ane reason, it would take 100 years to bring the area back to its present state. Ne said the same thing would apply to the Islands of Peace area and some people do not know the entire story on this. , ., , Mr. Russell Houck, 750 Overton Drive N. E., addressed the Council and said often it is not possible to get on the Coon Rapids golf course and the Fridiey residents have to drive to Dayton. He mentioned the people of Richfield pay $100,000 a year to support the nature center and a golf course would be self supporting. '� Mr. Frank Hart, III, said he would like to see a golf course and he did not play golf. He said the children of the City can visit the Islands of Peace to obtain the naturai setting and view what war can do. He said he thought the older people • of Fr9dley deserve a golf caurse. � Rev. Winston Worden, 6121 Trinity Drive N. E., said he had been thinking about what is the future of mankind a]1 over the world. He said what ever decision is ' made may change the destiny of mankind all over the warld. He said the City was - at a point in history and man cannot continue to destroy nature without destroying � • their own existence. He stated many environmentalists and men more qualified than himself say that man is on the threshold of destroying their environment. fie said North Park could be made into a golf course, but this would be taking away and destroying what God has given us. He stated the peopie should be the good stewards � of nature. He mentioned the current attention being given to the matter of the energy crisis, and said aii resourses are iimited, and if the people do not take note of this, they wi11 ioose the land in terms of environment. � Ms. Dona Cebula, 1427 Mississfppi St. N. E., said she felt the City of Fridley needs a golf course. Ms. Cebula said she is a member of the Board of Uirectors of the Is7ands of Peace Foundation. She pointed out that the previous summer many young people had visited the Islands of Peace and had gone back and related stories of the area and its natural setting. She said she resided east.of Old � Central and close to Rice Creek and this is a beautiful place. She said there are many women in Fridley that would need areas of recreationai outlet. Mr. Bob Pierce, 609 Bennett Drive, said he would like to comment on the report. � - He said the addition of the naturalist would add dimension, p�rsonnel, and interpretation to the staff . He said there is a lot to laok for and this would provide help to al7 of the people of Fridley. He said the Council would have to consider North Park and the effect it has on the over a11 community and especially the business community. � He said it has been the business community who has reduced the individual's taxes in the City. Ne stressed, the lower tax base is realized because of the industry in Fridley. lie said with additional taxes, the business and industry in the area cou7d be driven away, and then there would be problems in the City. � � � �� , � � � � � � � REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 21, i974 PAGE 7 39- Mr. Richard Young addressed the Council and said a decision on the North Park usage is long overdue, but if the CounciT would make a decision on the matter at the present meeting, he wou]d think this to be an injustice to the people of Fridley. He said there had been no publication of the present discussi�n and the people should be informed in advance to make them fuliy aware of the considerations of the Council. Mayor Liebl questioned Mr. Young on a statement of the vote at a recent Jaycees meeting where the vote was split, 50 - 50, with five abstaining from the vote on the utiliz- ation of North Park. Mr. Young said the vote had been taken in Apri1 of 1973�and it was equally divided. Mayor Liebl said he had heard something concerning the vote and he would like this a matter of record. He said he is not an office holder, he is only a member. Mr. Young said any statements he has made about the vote would be only as a citizen, not as the President of the Jaycees.. Mayor Liebl said Mr. Young had previously said the vote had been in favor of a nature center. Mr. Young said he had never said ihis, � he was personally in favor of a nature center, but he is not the Jaycees, he is only a member�. � Mr. Andrew Kohlan, 236 Rice Creek Blvd., addressed the Council stating the question of the Utilization had been discussed at great length for the last two and a half years. He said now it would be a matter of deciding and there would be some who wouTd not agree with the decision. He said the longer the Counci7 waits to make a decisior+, the more the project will cost and.the more complex the problems become. He f�rmly stated, make a decision, and let's go from there. Mr. Dave Harris, 470 Rice Creek 87vd., addressed the Counci7 and said he approved of the comments and the consideration of the report. Ne said the decision is not easily made. Mr. Harris stated he had been involved in the issue.for a long time and had been on the Council during the acquisition of the property and had represented the City before the State of Minnesota to get the funding €or the acquisition. He pointed out that tax dol•lars had been used for the acquisition and he could not take the �position that the economic considerations are not important, they are impoo•tant he added. He said the funds for the project had been pr�vided by tax payers money through LAWCON funds, City of Fridley funds, Federal grants, and there must be a storm sewer project completed there. He said there is an economical factor, and the City would have a responsibility to the people. He noted that up until the present time, nothing had been done with the property. h!e said a private citizen would not buy a piece of property to simply put up a 24 by 24 foot gat^age on it, and call it a business, he wou]d want to get the ultimate use of the property. He said the installation of the golf course would be the ultimate use of the property. Mr. Harris felt it would be a disservice to the people of Fridley if the large engin- eering process for the storm sewer would have to be gone through at an additional expense to the people, Ne favored the decision reached by Mayor Liebl to provide a divided recreationai benefit. He said any judg2ment made on the matter should be made with the economics of the�City in mind. He said the City couid provide something or nothing, but the Council would have to consider the best interest of the entire City. He said there may be some legal questions about the profit and he was certain there would be some serious 1ega1 prob1ems posed by other groups of people. He said if the Council was not intending to take action at ihe present meeting, he would request that those favoring the installation of a golf course would be able to present their case to the Council. He continued saying his group was prepared to conduct a study and they have material prepared. He stated, he thought the Council should obtain information from both proposed programs. Mr. Ed Wilmes, Founder of the Islands of Peace, addressed the Council and stated, although, the Islands of Peace is primarily for the handicapped, it was not intended for the exclusive use of the handicapped and was not intended to keep the able bodied from the hanidcapped. Mr. Wilmes listed some of the people who had taken an interest in the project and had aided in the real•ization of the project. He stressed those people who had aided in the creation of the facility were people who were concerned with maintaining the area in its natural state. He said many school children and elderly people have visited and the eideriy express enthusiasm for returning the following year. He said the door to the Islands of Peace is open to all. Mr. Dean Caldweil, 5874 Hackmann Circle, said it was good to see so many people present at the meeting, it appeared they were actively taking an interest in the City government. He said there had been two large issues in Fridley recently, CATV and North Park. He continued he knew that there was a lot Df scrambling about CATV and finally the Council agreed to the referendum. A vote was taken and the � � � � � � 40 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY Z1, 1974 PAGE 8 people wanted. He said he could not see any reason for acting until the thoughts of the people had been expressed. Counc�1man Breider asked Councilman Starwalt if he:was sti71 reluctant to act on the issue that evening. Councilma►i Starwalt said not as reluctant as he was earlier in the day. Counciiman Breider said he thought the Administration should prepare a job description for a naturalist for the Council's review. He said the City would have to look for A� a firm for the construction plans before any estimates could be compiled. He said this process may take the Administration some time to complete. MO7IOtJ by Councilman Breider to authorize the Administration to prepare a job descrip- tion for a naturalist and at the same time search for an architectual firm which can design a golf course to set the cost estimates for the golf course.and that this should be placed on the agenda the second meeting in February, and that the Administration would consult with the fiscal consultants concerning the revenue bonds and their issuance and obtain a report and preliminary steQs with the route that is to be followed. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Mayor Liebl addressed br. Trezona stating he aeiieved the citizens of Fridley woutd appreciate the interpretive program and the other items in ihe recommendation he had made to the CounciT. He said if the program is set up through the County, the citizens of the entire area would benefit by this and those in the metro area would also use the facility. In this case, the City of Fridley would not be paying for a facility for the entire metro area. He said this had not been an easy decision and he said the members of the Council are not perfect, He said he had gone into his area and got the pulse of the people. Mayor Lieb] said those not in favor of the decision should not go away like loosers, but ban together for the good of the community. CounciTman`Starwalt said he was prepared to proceed with a motion Councilman Nee said he would abstain on the motion. He said if he vote, it would be assumed that this was a vote for the golf course. He said he is not opposed to the procedure. UPON A ROLL CALL VOTE, Mayor Liebl voting aye, Councilman Utter voting aye, Councilman Nee abstaining, CounciTman Breider voting aye, Councilman Starwalt voting aye, Mayor LiebT declared the motion carried four in �avor of the motion and one abstention. MOTION by Councilman Starwalt that the area generally referred to as North Park � be designated as the North Park Golf Course Site. Seconded by Councilman Breider, Upon a roll call vote, Councilman Nee voting nay, Councilman Breider voting aye, - Councilman Starwalt voting aye, Mayor Liebl voiing aye, and Councilman Utter voting � aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried four to one. � � �' RECESS: Mayor Liebl declared a ten minute recess at 9:22 p.m. RECONVENED: Playor Liebl reconvened the meeting at 9:47 p.m. 556 - FOR V 3-11. BY ALLEN ZEIS, TO VACATE HIC MOTION by Councilman Utter to waive the second reading and adopt Ordinance #556 on the second reading. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a roll call vote, Councilman Breider, Councilman Starwalt, Diayor Liebl, Counc�lman Utter, and Council- man Nee voting aye, Mayor Lieb1 declared the motion carried unanimously. RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING OF JANUARY 15, 1974: � I , MINNESOTA): I 3 � � A � � �1- REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 21, 1974 PAGE 9 The City Manager said the Board of Appeals had recommended approval of the request in the sign variance which was for the purpose of chanqing the wording of the sign for special events. Councilman Starwalt said the applicant had ordered the sign and did not know until after that time that this was not a conforming use in the Codes. He said he thought the addition would be a benefit to the applicant and the area. MOTION by Councilman Starwa]t to concur with the recommendation of the Board of Appeals and approve the request for the sign variance for Ground Round. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. � Mayor Liebl said the Board of Appeals had recommended to the Council that the request be approved. MQ7ION by Councilman Starwalt fio approve the variance as requested far Fridley � Office Supply that the two unused signs be replaced and that the area be cleaned up. Seconded by Councilman Utter. .Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor LiebT - declared the motion carried unanimously. � �: � � � EST fOR VARTANCES OF: SECTI stina a 4. FRIDLEY CITY CODE, TO REDUCE 0 MOTION by Councilman 8reider to approve the variances as requested by Degardner ' Construction Company for 98 Rice Creek Way. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. A REOUEST FOR A VARIANCE OF SECTION 205.152, 2, FRI�LEY C_ITY CODE, TO REQUCE TNE MOTION by Councilman Nee to concur with the Board of Appeals recommendation and approve the variance requested by Mr. Gary Bettcher at 7132 Riverview Terrace N. E. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,•Mayor Liebi declared the motion carried unanimously. A REQllEST FOR A VARIANCE OF SECTION 205.053, 5A, FRIDLEY CITY CODE, TO REDUCE THE �Rfl CFTR�K�S-N�NF CTRFF� �rnF nF .oRNER LOT FROM T7.5 FEE7 TO 10.5 FEET MOTION by Councilman Starwait to approve the variance for 5400 Matterhorn Drive N. E. as requested by White Oak Builders. Seconded by Counciiman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, ali voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. • MOTION by Councilman Utter to receive the minutes of the Board of Appeals meeting of Janury ]5, 1974. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THf HUMAN RELATTONS COMMITTEE MEETING OF JANUARY 3, 1974: MOTION by Councilman Starwalt to receive the minutes of the Human Relations Committee Meeting of January 3, 1974. Seconded by Counciiman Utter. • � � � tu REGULAR COt1NCIl. MEETING OF JANUARY 21, ]974 PAGE 10 _ _ _ a__:� Councilman Starwalt said the request of ihe Committee was to increase the membership, but.he.would not recommend the membership be enlarged, but rather that the Council make an effort to appoint members who will strive to attend the meetings. • � Mayor Liebl said the Chairman will suggest the appointments and the Council wi7i make their choice known. UPON A VOICE V07E, a]1 voting aye, Mayor Lieb] declared the motion carried unanimausly. ?} � CONSIDERATION OF A COMMUNICATION FROM SCHIEFFER, HADLEY, BAKKE AND JENSEN REGARDING. THE ORDER F JUDGE IVERSON - METROP IT N SEWER BOARD VS. CITY FRID EY S C L WSUIT): MOTION by Councilman Utter to receive the communication from Schieffer, Hadley, Bai:�ce � and Jensen regarding the Order of Judge Iverson - Metropolitan Sewer Board versus the City of Fridley adn the SAC Lawsuit. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon • a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Lieb] declared the motion carried unanimouslyt. � � � � � The Finance Director, Marvin C. Brunsell, said he would recommend the Council take action authorizing the Administration to make the payment. The City Attorney said the City would have no choice, this had been a District Court Order. He continued, this had been a preliminary action and if the Court would decide in favor af the City in the future, the money wou7d be refunded, or, if otherwise decided, the money would be applied to the balance•due. . MOTION by Councilman Breider to authorize payment of the SAC charges with interest. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimous7y. Councilman Nee asked the amount of the payment and the Finance Director said this would be about $60,000. TION OF RECEIVING A 25'UTILITY AND DRAINAGE EASEMENT ON LQT 3; BLOCK 2 Councilman Starwalt said he had no objections to the lot split and the ditch is_�. presently being worked on. He said he wouid like to go to the site and review ' the installation the first thing the fo7lowing morning. He said he would like to know if what is being done is what had been authorized by the Cou.ncil. He wanted to be sure everyone in the area is satisfied. MOTION by Councilman Starwait to authorize the City Administration to accept the 25' drainage and utility easement on Lot 3, 81ock 2, Spring Valley Addition, with the stipulation that the lot split be granted at the time when the road would be installed in the area in the future, and also that the lot split would be granted to the other people in the future if this is requested and that the letter as included in the agenda to Mr. Eyler from the Assistant Engineer, Richard Sobiech, be sent to the other property owners in the area that may be affected. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Mr. W. C. Eyler addressed the Council and stated he was the properiy owner. He said � he understood in time, there may be a road cut through the existing lots. He said this splitting of the property with the subtraction o f the 25 foot drainage and utility easement would leave an undersized ]ot of 62.5 feet b,y 150 feet. ne said this would not meet the requirements for a minimum size lot in the City of fridley. He requested ' the lot split not be made at the present time because his payment for sewer and � water would be twice as much as they area at the present time. He said requested in the future, if the road is cut through, that he be al7owed to split the property ' and buiid on the 7,750 square foot lot. . � . - The City Manager repeated the applicants request that the lot not be split at the present time, but be split when and if the roadway would be instaiTed. fie said this would only be split if the property owners would desire it.spiit. Ne said he did not have to spiit the property. . � � Mr. Ken Hollister, 1466 64th Avenue N. E., asked if this arranqement would also apply to his property. The City Manager said this•would apply to him aTso. He said the letter woutd be sent to all property owners in the block, _' � � � � ' � 1 � � � � I � � _ - .:� �3- REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 21, 1974 PAGE 11 Councilman Starwalt asked if this would divide the property and the City Manager said if the property owners in the area want this, this would be done at that time. He said he would stipulate that if they desire.a lot spTit, there would be no trouble obtaining such a split with the undersized 1ots, He said he did not think the people should be penalized for giving the land to the City for the easements. A resident of the area addressed the Council and questioned why the ditch was being. installed in the area where the property owners had made improvements on their property. He questioned if the ditch could be moved to the side of this area where nothing had been done to the property. The City Manager said he would be in the area in the morning before the work would start and if there were any modifications to be made for any reason, this would be done. He added, thpy would want the property owners to be happy. Councilman Starwalt said he would be in the area at 7:30 a.m.•to determine if the work� _�'� is being done in the proper area. UPON A VOICE VOTE, a1T voting aye, Mayor Liebl deciared the motiorr carried unanimously. RECEIVING PROPOSED ORDINANCE fOR RECREA7IONAL MOTOR VEHICLES: Mayor Liebl said he would recommend the Council receive the proposal and take no action on the matter at the present meeting. Councilman Breider said he had asked that the proposal be prepared to.fpllow up the discussion at the previous meeting of the Council. ` MOTION by Councilman Utter to recei�e the proposed ordinarice arti take no action on the proposed ordinance at the present meeting. Seconded by Councilman StarwaTt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. The City Attorney expressed the hope that something could be done about the snowmobiles. He said the City had purchased one, but he thought it would be more feasible for the City to have additional vehicles to enforce the present ordinances. Mayor Liebl stressed he would not want something that would be repugnant to the peopie and he felt very stronqly that the Council be very careful not to step on any other people. He said if the requirements are abused, they should be enforced. The City Attorney asked the members of the Counc�l to review the draft of the otdinance and make i�ecommendations for its modification. Ha said he would revise the ordinance if they would let him know what their goal is. Councilman Breider said the snowmobiles are not causing problems Tike the minibikes. He said the noise is not a factor because they are being used in•the winter months when the property owners windows are closed, and there is no dust from the operation of the snowmobiTes. He recommended they be prohibited entirely in some areas Councilman Breider felt the present ordinance is adequate for snomobi7es. Councilman Utter pointed out that there are other regu]ations regarding the use of the snowmobiles. Councilman Utter added, if the operators of the snowmobiles are caught, they can be fined. RECEIVING RESIGNATION FROM THE REVEREND DOUGLAS HENDERSON, HUMAN RELATIONS COMMI77EE: M07ION by Councilman Breider to receive the resignation from the Rev. Doug7as M. Heniferson as a member of the Human Relatior�s Committee. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. Mayor Liebl directed the Administration to prepare a certificate of appreciation. RESOLUTION #17-1974 - REQUESTING THE RICE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT TO MAKE S7UDI�S AND MOTION by Councilman Nee to adopt Resolution #17-1974 requesting the Rice Creek Watershed District to make studies and improvement regarding Rice Creek and Locke Lake within the City of Fridley. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. Mayor Liebl said the City had not made a request for action previous to this time. He asked the Administration to get in Touch with the P. C. A. � e �� 4 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 21, 1974 PAGE 12 CLAIMS: GENERAL 34352 - 34426 LIQUOR 8522 - 8592 �� MOTION by Councilman Utter to approve the aforementioned ciaims. Seconded by Councilman Nee. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanim- ously. LICENSES: BY APPROVED BY '�� GAS SERVICES; � Abel Heating Incorporated Raymond Olson W. Sandin 266 Water Street Excelsior, Minnesota 55331 GENERAL CONSTRACTOR DaVerne Corporation David E. Ficek C. Belisle Serendipity Court New Brighton, Minnesota 55112 HEATING Abel Heating Incorporated Raymond Olson W. Sandin 266 Water Sireei Excelsior, Minnesota 55331 C. 0, Carlson Air conditioning Co. 709 Bradford Avenue North Minnapolis, Minnesota 55411 John Jenkins W. Sandin y� SIGN ERECTOR Lawrence Signs Incorporated Mike Gifford C. Belisle 945 Pierce Butler Route St. Paul, Minnesota 55104 CIGARETTE Hudson 0i1 Company Ra7ph Swaney, Jr. Public Safety Director 7315 Highway #65 Fridiey, Minnesota 55432 HQl1SE TRAILER American Auto Listings Franchising Systems Corp. 7395 Highway #.65 . Fridley, Minnesota 55432 MOTION by Councilman Utter to approve the aforementioned licenses. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. ESTIMATES: • Mr. Carl J. Newquist • :� Smith, Juster, Feikema, Haskvitz & Casserly ' Builders Exchange Building Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402 Prosecution work during December 1973 � 1,180.U0 Comstock & Davis, Inc. ' Consulting Engineers 1446 County Road J Minneapolis, Minnesota 55432 - PARTIAL Estimate #11 for Water.Improvement Project No. 111 � from December 3 through December 29, 1973 62.22 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 21, i974 Weaver, Talle & Herrick 316 East Main Street Anoka,.Minn.esota 55303 Services rendered during December 1973 ___ ..�� J PAGE 13 $ 1,100.00 MOTTON by CounciTman Nee to approve the aforementioned estimates for payment. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. APPOINTMENT: POLICE TECHNICIAN: . . NAME � POSITIQN SALARY STARTING DATF REPLACES Steven H. Eggert Police Technician $638 Jan. 22, 1974 • Amy Hurron 5770 Hackman Ave. N. E.Police Department per Fridley month . MOTION by Councilman Utter to appo9nt Mr. Steven H. Eggert, Police 7echnician in the Police Department effective January 22, 1974. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. NSP: REPORT ON INSTALLATION OF STREET LIGHTS: MOTION by Councilman Starwalt to receive �he report on the installation of the 5treet lights. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. GEORGE M. HANSEN COMPANY: AUDTT OF REVENUE SHARING FUNDS FOR THE YEAR 1973: MOTIQN by Councilman Starwalt to receive and concur in the audit of the Revenue Sharing Funds for the year 1973. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimousiy. SENATOR WALTER MONDALE: THANK YOU FOR RESOLUTION REGARDING FIREFIGHTERS BEING EXCLUDED fROM OVERTIME PROVISIONS: MOTION by Councilman Utter to receive the communication from Senator Walter Mondale regarding the Ciiy's Resolution regarding Firefighters being excluded from the overtime provisions, dated January 8, 1974. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. NORTHERN STATES POWER COMPANY: RATE INCREASE: A. ELECTRIG PRICE INCREASE B. MUNICIPAL STREET LIGHTING RATE C. MUNICIPAL WATER PUMPING RATE Mr. John Ranck, N. S. P., addressed the Coanci7 and stated the last increase in rates had been in 1971 and this was an 8% increase. Councilman Breider stated, this increase was for the incorporation of developing the Suburban Rate Authority. Mr, Ranck said the Company would favor a State regulatory body, this would be better in 19eu of nothing at all. MOTION by Councilman Utter to receive the communications from Northern States Power Company concerning the increase in•rates dated January 18, 1974. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. � RESOLUTION #18-1974 - REQUESTING SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY TO REVIEW MINNEAPOLIS GAS �MP NY PROCEDURE DF ESTIMATING M�tSTHLY SEI�R BILL THE CUS MERS: Councilman Breider said f�e had talked to many people about this procedure, and they would like some answers. MOTION by Councilman Breider to adopt Resolution �18-1974 requesting the Suburban Rate Authority to review the Minneapolis Gas Company procedure of estimating monthly user bill to the c onsumer. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a'voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimousiy. + � �- - _-------------------_ __- --_- --- ---_-� �. � 1 � � � j � � � � � � � I � f� � 4fi REGULAR MEETING Of JANUARY 21, 1974 PAGE 14 REVIEW OF MODIFIED PRELIMINARY REPORT ON SAFE7Y IMPROVEMENTS ON EAST RIVER ROAD FROM I. 694 70 RICE CREEK: The City Manager expressed concern for the establishment of some modified plans for the improvement of the East River Road area. He said the modified plan would allow the construction of access to be safer for the residents of the community. He pointed out on the map on the easel the area of the intersection of I. 694 and � East River Road and stated the right of way had been cleared with the Minnesota Highway Department and the plan would shorten the ramp. He said the plan had received the general concurrance of the property owners in the area. He pointed out there • would be another entrance on Charles Street and East River Road. He said presently, the oniy other entrance to the roadway is north of the school property at the existing traffic signal. The Gity Manager said the plan would provide a good traffic pattern. He stressed, he would like further indication from the Council so the details of the plan could be worked out with the County. He said the�major property owners have already approved the modified plan. He pointed out that big question to be in the area of East River Road from 67st to Mississippi Street. He said this p7an called for alternate streets being allowed access to East River Road. He said the plan would not take any homes. 7he City Manager said he would need an indication from the Council on the question of installation of turning lanes, bike lanes, shoulders, side walks and the width of the roadway. He said it would be up to the Council to determine the width and the facilities. Councilman Nee said he would like at least the sidewaTk installed. Mayor Liebl said the City should make the improvements on East River Road by Downing Box before someone gets killed. The City Manager said the sidewalk could be all of the shoulder and this could serve a dual purpose. He continued saying the entire plan would not have to be completed at one time, this could be done in steps. He said he would like to request the funding from the County. • Councilman Nee said he thought tfie plan to be very constructive and a good plan. He said the only question would be the "C" section or that from 61st to Mississippi Street. The City Manager said the CourCil had a uthorized the project previously,but he thought the hearing process shou7d be gone through to inform the area property owners. He said he would tell the County that there was concurrance on the plan in Areas A and B, but would need some further discussion in Area C. MOTION by Councilman Nee to approve Areas A and B and authorize the Administration to draw a detailed plan to be presented to the County indicating the improvement. Seconded by Counciiman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Lieb7 declared the motion carried unanimously. Couricilman Breider asked if it would be possible to draw a perspective as it related to the area structures. Councilman Nee said the Council is in agreement that there should be a shoulder provided. The City Manager asked if the sidewalks should be installed. Councilman Breider repeated, he would like to see a color perspective tiefore he could determine the relative positions of the items being discussed. The City Manager said the Engineering Department couid prepare a detailed plan. Counci]man Breider said when the peopie are reviewing theplan, they should have something to see. He pointed out that the City Counci] requires all applicants for building permits to provide colored plans for review by the Council. He repeated, the City should show the people. MOTION by Councilman Nee to authorize the Administration to drav� a detailed plan of Section C, one with and one without sidewalks and this pTan to show the location of the structures in thearea. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all Voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. � ; _ ___ _ _ .� __ _ � _ _ 47 � � .. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 21, 1974 PAGE 15 ' ' ADJOURNMENT: � MOTION by Councilman Breider to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Lieb] declared the motion carried unanimously and the Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council of January 21, 1974 adjourned at � � 11:26 p.m. Respectfully submitted, 1 �,�:� �'� . . � Patricia Ellis Frank G, Liebl, Mayor � Secretary to the City Council � ate rove PP � • � :; � � � � � � . � � .. � • � , - . , � , � . . . .. . . . �:.��.� . . THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEE7ING OF tHE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL QF : FEBRUARY 4, 1974 0 ;; � _�.,..... ,--...,.... ...�a-.. , .. ...c..�.. ,. ......� � � �� , � L' J � L� � � � r � .• THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF FEBRUARY 4, i974 The Regular Meeting of the fridley City Council of February 4, 1974 was called to order at 7:31 p.m. by Mayor Liebl. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANGE: Mayor Liebl led the Council and the audience in saying the Pledge of Aliegiance to the Flag. INVOCATION: The Invocation was offered by the Reverend Douglas Henderson. ROLL CALL: MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilman Starwalt, Mayor Liebl, Councilman Utter, Counciiman Nee, and Counciiman Breider. None. PRESENTATION OF AWARD: CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATTON - THE REVEREND DOUGLAS HENDERSON, HUMAN RELATIONS COMMITTEE: Mayor Liebl called the Reverend Henderson•forward and read the Certificate of Appreciation aloud to those present. The Reverend Henderson thanked each member of the Council individually. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: PUBLIC HEARING MEETING OF JANUARY ]4, 1974: MOTION by Councilman Nee to adopt the minutes of the Public Hearing Meeting of the .�� Fridley City Council of January 14, 1974 as submitted. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. ADOPTION OF AGENDA: Mayor Liebl said he had been adaised there should be an addition of two air conditioners to the proposed resoiution for the saie of surplus property. MOTION by Councilman Starwalt to adopt the agenda as amended by the addition of the two air conditioners to the resolutior. for the sa]e of surplus property. Seconded by Counci7man lltter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. VISITORS: MR. WYMAN SMITH, CHAIRMAN OF THE FRIDLEY SILVER JUBILEE CELEBRRTTON: Mr. Wyman Smith addressed the Council and said he would like to make the Council aware of the events and plans of the Committee which had been established at the last meeting of the committee. He expiained, the Week of June 17 through June 23, 1974 to be the time choosen for tha ,lubilee celebration. He explained many of the various civic organizations in the City would be sponsoring events. Ne added, ihere would be a parade, community meeting in the auditorium or gym of the high school, a community plan, and a historical display which c�uld be permanent after the celebration. Mr. Smith explained Mr. Leon Madsen, the represen�ative of the Fridley staff, had been selected in the post of Executive Secretary and he would be aiding the Committee with the City matters. He added, there would be sporting and recreation 1 events which would be coordinated by the staff'of City Hail. He further s.tated there would also be a open house at City Nal], which would be coordinated by Nasim Qureshi, City Manager. Mr. Smith explained the form of the planned parade to be one that could show the . � changes in Fridley and not compete with the St. Paul and Minneapolis parades with floats etc. Ne hoped the celebration would be unpolitical and have the support of every one in the community. , � Mr. Smith questioned the possibility of the City contributing some funds to the � � �. � � � i i � � � �� REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 4, 1474 PAGE 2 activities. He said there would be some initial expenses which would have to be met, and if this was possible, he would recommend that Mr. Leon Madsen be made treasurer of the committee. Elaborating on the need for some initial funding for the various projects, Mr. Smith said the preparation of the commemative coin would have to be done with sales in advance of the celebration. He listed one need for advance funding as the production of the community play. He said these events could be self supporting, but initially, there would be some expenses for their preparation. He said the preparation of the button would also have to be made in advance of the celebration. He said he wouTd be able to give the Council a firmer idea of the amount of money needed for this type • of preparation by the first meeting in March. Mr. Smith's second request was that the City would make the payment for additional ]iability insurance for the committee members and all those in the community who would be participating. He advised the Council that his could be handled as a rider, and he would like to obtain this insurance tA cover the committee and the various groups involved in the planning. Mayor Liebl thanked Mr. Smith for his presentation to the Council. The City Manager said he would like to elaborate further on what Mr. Smith had pointed out. He said the City was providing secretarial services to the Committee in the form of typing of the notices and dainp various work to keep the committee going: ' MR. BOB DUELNOLO, 290 CRAIGBROOK WAY N. E.: Mr. Duethold addressed the Council and said his concern was because of the City's attempt to obtain an easement for the culvert for Stonybrook Creek. He asked what was the main reason for putting this culvert through the area. The City Manager said that there had been a comp]ete proposal for the alleviation of _ the drainage problems of the area, but the cost �for the installation would have been one quarter of a million dollars. He sa�d this is what a hearing had been held on. He explained the existing culvert to be too small to take care of the flow to the east. He stated another reason for the installation of the additional culvert is that when the river is high, the e:cisting culvert is under the water. He said thirdly, when one time, the logs blocked the culvert, water got so high the people complained about the water being up to their doors. � Mr. Duelholm addresed again and questioned what additional work would be done to protect the banks. He said many are unprotected now when the water reaches that • level. He stated his bank would not take ten feet of water, and his back yard wouid , end up in the river faster. He questioned the installation of another 56 inch culvert � - � when there is one there now. He said the completed installation wouid provide for two four and a half foot culverts. • The City Manager said many people had been present on the hearing on the improvements � in the area, and they a]1 wanted the expensive installatian , but did not want to pay for it. He said work had been done on the banks in the area and now, the Council had approved the project. He said if the area people would want a better improvement, the facilities can be provided, if they are willing io pay the cost. � ' Mayor Liebl said the people of the area had heard the proposals and had decided the plan was too expensive. The City Manager said the people west of East River Road are not being charged for the work being done at the present time. He said all of the assessments are being ievied on those east of Fast River Road. . . Mr. Duelholm said he understood that most of the property owners favored the plan that � _ was presently being used, but now the City is asking four property owners for easements. He said he thought the improvements in the area should be better, and if nothing better than this is done, he would not sign the easement to the City. � r Councilman Breider stated when the matter was discussed, the people indicated if the total improvement was made, they would still want some flow down the creek. He said he could not see the County taking the the culvert out of East River Road and it woulii still leave the possibility of a large s�illing through the area. He said the people were all afraid of the installation of the culvert on Alden as it refers to the culvert under East River Road. `� C_ � � � � �u REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 4, 1974 PAGE 3 Mr. Duelholm said he thought sometime there would be a culvert under Alden Way, and this might be putting the cart before the horse. Mayor liebl asked Councilman Nee if he would look at the area to determine the situatfon. He indicated he would a]so 7ook at the situation. He said perhaps, the City Council should take a second look at the installation , maybe the size of the cuivert should be looked at. Mayor Liebl asked Councilman Nee if he would give the Council a report on the situation the following meeting. Councilman Nee said he is generally aware of the problems in the area. He questioned if the addition of the culvert would create more drainage, and if it would create less damage to the area property if the flow is taken off faster. The City Manager explained this situation to be similar to the situation on East 1 River Road. He said there is a capacity of flow for each size culvert, and the problems would be taken care of by design of the system. He said with one culvert on top of the other, it would be less likely that they would both be blocked at the same time. He said in the spring months the iower cuivert would be under the water. � � Councilman Nee questioned if the hydraulic solution of the problem as being installed would do less damage to the area properties. 7he City Manager said this would be the best solution of the problems for the amount of money spent. He said this would substantially reduce the damage. QRDINANCE #557 - FOR THE VACATION RE UEST SAU #73-]2, BY EDGAR W. HOUSER, GENERALLY L�CA ED—A� G�Jf�fW� D�STf� ET BE� E�! EN 7�� ND 785'H ENU AND EAST OF RAILROAD TRACKS: , MO7ION by Gouncilman Breider to adopt Ordinance #557 on the second reading, �aive the reading and order publication. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Jpon a roll call vote, Councilman Utter. Councilman Nee, Councilman Breider, Councilman Starwalt, and Mayor liebl voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. � FIRST READING OF AN ORQINANCE TO AMEND CNAP7ER 11 SECTION 11.10, FEES, OF THE CITY CODE QF HE CITY Or FRID EY PUBCIC POOLS : - Councilman Breider questioned if there were any public poo7s in the City of Fridley. The City Manager said this would include any pools that would be open to the public such as those included in apartment compiexes. Ne said it would not refer to those on private residences. The City Attorney said the first charge in a one time charge and the second would. be an annual charge. MOTION by Councilman Breider to waive the first reading and adopt the first reading � -" of the ordinance to amend Chapter 11, Section 71.70, public pools. Seconded by Councilman Utter, Upon a voice vote, ail voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. , �� RECE N ING THE MINUTES OF THE PARK AND RECREATION MEETING OF JAMUARY 28, 1974: AND RECEIVING REPORT REGARDING SMALL HOCKEY RINK AT TERRACE PARK: AND RECEIVING PETITION #2-1974 - NAMING PARK - ED WILMES PARK: MOTIOi� by Councilman Starwalt to receive the minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission Meeting of January 28, 1974. •Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously, ' . � Councilman Breider said he would recommend that the Council not take any action on the matter of the Report of the Small Hockey Rink at Terrace Park at this time. ��e indicated he would like some additional input on the proposal before any action is taken. He added; he would like to know the feelings of the Commission, � � MOTION by Councilman Nee to receive the petition from the area people, #2-1974, requesting the East River Road park be named the.Ed Wiimes Park. ,Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. . . �� ;� � � � �� ' ' , - LJ , � , I t � �J , � � �� REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 4, 1974 PAGE 4 MOTION by Councilman Nee to concur with the recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Commission in the naming of the East River Road Park as Ed Wilmes Park. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. Mayor Liebl questioned Councilman Breider on what action should be taken on the recorrmendation of the small hockey rink in Terrace Park at the present time. MOTION by Councilman Breider to table the matter of the consideration of the installation of the hockey rink in Terrace Park. Seconded by Councilman Utter. • Counciiman StarwaTt said he would go along with the thoughts of Councilman Breider. He would not want this to be an indication of approval or disappro��al, but would want further study. Councilman Nee said he felt the same way. . Councilman Breider said the Commission had indicated they did not think the two - foot boards would be high enough, he said he would like to find out how the facility � would be made safer. UPON A VOICE VOTE, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously and the matter tabled for further consideration at a later date. AWARDING CONTRACT FOR MOVING "A FRAME'BUILDING AND APPROVING AGREEMENT: MOTION by Councilman Utter to authorize the Administration to award the contract for the moving of the "A Frame" building to Dale Movers, Inc., in the amount of $3,350, and that the approval of the,signing of the agreement be given. Seconded by Council- man Starwalt. Upon a vaice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. �- RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE CHARTER COMMISSION MEETING OF JANUARY 15, 1974: MOTION by Councilman Nee to receive the minutes of the Charter Commission Meeting of January 15, 1974. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. REGEIVING REPORT ON FLOOD PLAIN INSURANCE: MOTION by Councilman Nee to receive the report on the Flood Plain Insurance. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. Mayor Liebl said everyone affected by the floods in the City should be notified, and he stressed those living in Riverview 7errace. The City Manager said the letters would be sent the following day. - • MOTION by Councilman Nee to authorize the Administration to send the letter to every property owner within �he flood plain zoning and also to all of the insurance agents in the City as it would depend on the agents to get this insurance sold. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. � CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF REQUEST FOR TNSTALLATION OF ANTENNAE ON WATER RESERVOIR AT 53R0 AVENUE AND JOHNSON STREET: The City Manager pointed out that this installation on the Frid]ey tower would improve communication in the area. He said it would be the Admihistrations recommendation that the City not lease or rent the space at this time. He said he would recommend allowing the non-profit organizations to use the facility for the present time. He said the proposed antennae would be only ten feet above the tank, and this would provide some additional service to the residents of the City. Councilman Starwalt asked the members of the organizations proposing to use the the antennae if they were amateur radio operators and were licensed with the F. C. C. He asked the reason for the request, asking if this would aid the citizens of Fridley in case of an emergency. A representati�te of the or�anization addressed the Council and s�id the operation through the antennae on the tower would enhance the operations in the area as the height of the antennae is very important. He said this would allow the communications � � ' ' ' � ' �J , 52 REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 4, 1974 PAGE 5 to be transmitted throughout the state. Ne said the members of the radio groups would be able to aid in the case of any emergency and would also be able to add to the Jubilee celebration through group participation. Councilman Nee said he would like to support the installation. He said this type of operation has been determined to be an important everyday communicati.on system by the F. C. C. MOTION by Councilman Nee to concur with the recommendation of the Administration and grant the permits to the NARA and NCC and that the Agreement be signed. Seconded ' by Councilman Starwalt. . Council:man Utter asked if there would be a method of curtailing operations if problems arise. Mayor Liebl said he would sign the agreement and this would regulate the operation in the City of Fridley. . UPON A VOTCE VOTE, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously and said he would sign the agreement and so would the City Manager. RECEIVING RESOLU7ION FROM FRIDLEY DFL CLUB REGARDING NORTH PARK DECISION: MOTION by Councilman Breider to receive the Resolution submitted by the Frid]ey DFl Club regarding the North Park decision. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. Mayor Liebl stated in the REsolution prepared by the Fridley DFL Club, there is a ' request that an Environmental Impact Statement on the utilization of the North Park Property be done by the State Commission. Mayor Liebl said this request had been submitted by the Ciub and he had witten a letter to the State Commission for their review in the matter. Mayor Liebl read the letter aloud to the Council and members of the audience. After � reading the letter he questioned the members on the Council asking if the letter should be sent. . Counciiman Utter said the matter may have been put a little too harshly. He stated he felt the City should write a letter, but because they had been asked to write such a letter. ' Councilman Nee said the DFL Club had not petitioned the Environmental Quality Commission, 600 or 700 people had signed a petition and this had been submitted to the State Commission. He said it would take 500 signatures and this would be a point of law. He said this petition had been submitted severai weeks ago by this group of people, but the DFL had � ' resolved to support the petition. Councilman Nee said he thought the letter was a fair one. He added, the DFL had sent the resolution to concur with the petition to the Commission. , � � 1 ' � Councilman Breider said he hoped this could be done in a different way. Ha said the Environmental Quality Commission should not be used as a political instrument. He stated, he did not think anyihing the Council had proposed would be bad for the area. He said he would like to ask the Commission to approve the concept so the City can get something done. Councilman Breider suggested the last sentence be deleted with a request that the Commission take immediate action on the matter. The City Manager said the petition had been submitted to the Environmental Council by many people. 7he Environmental Council would make a determination if the environmental impact statement is required. He said if the statement were to be prepared, the City would submit a report for their review, and the Commission could ask that the project be modified or abandoned. He said he would like to clearly lay out the steps in this type of procedure. He said it would take• the Commission two to three months to deter- mine if the City would have to submit such a report, and it would take six to seven months to compile such a report and get final Council action. He said it would take sometime for the preparation of the Environmental Impact Statement for this project. Mayor Liebl said he had heard there had never been anything like this done in the � past. The City Manager said the procedure was a recently established one and was in 1973, or again, very recent. . , Councilman Starwalt again questioned if the impact of the water problems in the area ' should be added so Lhe Commission would be cognizant of the area problems for development. , �� ' ' ' � � ' a � r � � ' � , REGtJLAR COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 4, ]974 Mayor Liebl said he thought the City should send the letter. PAGE 6 � ti. MOTION by Councilman Starwalt to authorize the.administration to send the ]etter deleting the last sentence and inserting the following sentence: "We would appreciate a decision by this body as soon as possible so the City of Fridley could proceed with their p7ans". Seconded by Counci7man Breider. Councilman Utter questioned if those who had signed the petition were residents of Fridley. He recalled those present at the various meetings of the Council and in favor of the nature center were residents of the County, the State, employees of the University of Minnesota. He stressed it would not be the people from the University of Mianesota or the County that wou]d be paying the additional taxes, i�t would be the residents of Fridley. Councilman Nee said he was not speaking for the petition, he had not seen it. Mr. James Langenfeldt, Chairman of the Environmental Quality Commission, Fridley, questioned the language of the petition stating he had never seen such a document. Mr. Langenfeldt said he was confused, he had heard the petition had been signed by citizens of the County. The City Manager said the Administration could make a request to see the petition. UPON A VOICE VOTE, Counci7man Utter, CounciTman Breider, Councilman Starwalt,.and Mayor Liebl voting aye, Councilman Nee abstaining, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried four in favor and one abstaining. Mayor Liebl pointed out the reports which had been submitted by the City Manager as interim reports on the golf course and job description of the naturalist. Council- man Breider said it was his understanding that these things be discussed on February 11, and this report was an advance notice. He said he hoped anp decision on the matter would be delayed until that time. He said this was only an up to date report to keep f the Council informed on what had happened to this point in time. Mayor Liebl said the Council would discuss these two items at the next meeting of the Counci:l on February ll, 1974. The City Manager said this is what was intended. Councilman Starwalt asked if Mr. Brown, Director of Parks and Recreation, would be present at the next Council meeting. He said he did not think he shou7d be cut out of the diseussion when the matters concerned his department. Councilman Starwalt said he thought Mr. Brown should be in attendence at the meeting. The e;ty Manager said if this is the Council's desire, he would advise Mr. Brown that his attendance is requested by the Council. Mayor Liebl said the City Manager should s�e that Mr. Brown is present. DISCUSSION REGARDING A FOUR WAY STOP SIGN AT CENTRAL AND RICE CREEK ROAD: Councilman Utter said he had talked to the City Manager about this intersection and the City Manager had contacted Mr. Jake Lundheim at the County. He said he hoped the County would be taking over this intersection of the street. MOTION by Councilman Breider to authorize the City Manager to make a formal request to install a four way stop at Central Avenue and Rice Creek Road. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. ' Councilman Starwalt asked what would be done at Central and Mississippi Street. 7he City Manager said the County indicaied this wouid not warrant a traffic signal ' at this intersection at this time. He said the County Commissioners had also expressed concern. He pointed out that a stop sign amounted to an expenditure of $50 each and a signal would be at least $6,000. He said there is no committment for a date, the County has said the intersection does not warrant a signal yet. Councilman Starwalt said in time the intersection is really going to need a signal. Councilman Utter agreed saying the traffic has really increased in that area. He said there is added construction planned with a warehouse and with the cross traffic, this shouid realTy be controlied. The Reverend Henderson addressed the Council and said he had remained at the meeting because of the discussion of this item. He said he felt Frid�ey 'shou]d still be called "F'riendly Fridley" and more preachers should come to the Council meetings more often. � ' LJ ' ' ' � , � � �� I I � , i u , �� REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 4, 1974 PAGE 7 The Reverend Henderson said he had planned to say that there is a stop sign needed at the corner of Rice Creek Road and Old Central. He said he would also suggest the slowing up of the traffic of the area. Councilman Utter said the reflectors that the County had put up in his area had proven to be no good. The Rev. Henderson stated the traffic does travel more than 35 miles an hour, it is more like 45 to 50 miles per hour. Councilman Starwalt asked if the sign could be taken down if it is not needed. Council- man Utter said there is additional traffic in the day time. UPON A VOICE VOTE, all voting aye, P1ayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION #19-1974 - APPROVING THE GENERAL ALIGNMENT AND STAGING OF THE NORTHTOWN ORRIDOR AS SET IN THE "nORTHTOWN CORRIDOR STUDY FINAL REPORT": � MOTTON by Counciiman Nee to approve the general alignment and staging of the Northtown Corridor as set in the "Northtown Corridor Study Final Report". Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION #20-1974 - AUTHORIZING THE SALE OF CERTAIN SURPLUS PROPERTY: MOTION by Councilman Breider to adopt Resolution #20-1974 with the addition of the two air conditioners, authorizing the sale of certain surplus property. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION #21-�974 - AUTHORIZING CHANGES IN THE BUDGET APPROPRIATION: The Finance Director, Mr. Marvin C. Brunsell, said some of ihe accounts went over and some were short, but the budget was 9n good shape. Ne stated there had been a surplus. The City Manager said this is the first time the Parks and Recreation budget was not in the red. MOTION by Councilman Utter to adopt Resolution #21-1974 authorizing changes in the budget appr�opriation. Seconded by Counci7man Nee. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimous7y. RECEIVING INTERIM REPORT FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING NATURAIIST AND GOLF COURSE: The City Manager said he would like some direction on the route to follow on the obtaining of an architectual firm to be hired for the golf course planning. He asked if he sn�uld review local firms or go out of state to find a firm. MOTION by Councilman Nee to receive the reports from the City Manager regarding the golf course and the naturalist. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a voice.vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. Mayor Liebl said the interim report listed the names of two or three good local people, and those listed had done quite a bit of work. Mayor Liebl agreed, he did not want to go out of state to look for the architect. � The City Manager said he would stay with the consideration of local people. REQUESTING ANOKA COUNTY TO MAKE A TRAFfIC STUDY FOR THE AREA OF MONROE STREET AND SBORNE ROAD INTERSECTION FOR AtITO AND PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC: MOTION by Councilman Breider to authorize the City Manager to send the letter to Mr. Jake Lundheim, incorporating the foiiowing sentence before the last sentence: "We suggest a three way stop be employed to make this a safe crossing". Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared ihe motion carried unanimously. � • CLAIMS: GENERAL 34427 - 34650 LIQUOR 8593 - 8623 '� � � � ' ' , � , ' •� �J ' I ' �� ---._._l 55- REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 4, 1974 PAGE 8 MOTION by Councilman Nee to approve the claims. Seconded by Councilman Utter. U on a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. LICENSES: HEATIN6: - Northeast Sheet Metal Inc. 544 Summit Street N. E. Columbia Heights, Minn. 55421 SIGN ERECTOR: Gold Medal Beverage Co. 553 N. Fairview Avenue St. Paul, Minnesota 55104 BY: D. L. Anderson Arthur J. Margot APPROVED BY: W. Sandin C. Belisle MOTION by Councilman Starwalt to approve.the licenses as listed above. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. ESTIMATES: Chromy Construction Company 5051 West 215th Street Lakevil7e, Minnesota 55044 PARTIAL Estimate No. 1 for construction on Sanitary � 7,286.40 Sewer, Water and Storm Sewer Improvement Project Na, 114, Fridley � MOTION by Councile�an Starwalt ta pay the aforementioned estimate. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. � � COMMUNICATIONS: SCHOOL DISTRICT #14: 1973/i974 BUDGET: Councilman Utter said he would like to see a copy of the budget and Councilman Nee said he would also, but he would not �+�ant the City to go to the expense of the copying the budcyet for his sake. MOTION by Councilman Utter to receive the communication from the School District #14 regarding the 1973/1974 budget, dated January 21, 1974. Seconded by Councilman Nee. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. SENATOR HUMPHREY: THANK YOU FOR LETTER ON FIREFIGHTERS BEING EXCLUDED FROM OVERTIME PROVISIONS: MOTION by Councilman Utter to receive the communication from Senator Humphrey dated January 18, 1974. Seconded by Councilman Nee, Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the moti�n carried unanimously. JOHN BOLAND: METRO COUNCIL: REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. JOSEPH CRAIG: MOTION by Councilman Utter to receive the commun9cation from Mr. �ohn Boland, Chairman of the Metro Council dated, January 29, 1974. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously. P. M. ENDSLEY COMPANY, INC.: MINNESOTA RATE CHANGE ENDORSEMENT: MOTION by Councilman Starwalt to receive the communication from P. M. Endsley Company, Inc. regarding the Minnesota Rate Change Endorsement with the expiration date of January 1976. Seconded by Councilman Utter. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebi declared the motion carried unanimously. MAYOR LIEBL'S QUESTION ON ATTENDANCE AT OPEN HOUSE FOR METRO LEAGUE OFFICES: Mayor Liebl pointed out that the Metro Council and the Metro League had moved their office and would be having an open house meeting at the new facilities on February 28, � � �_ 0 P 56 REGlJ�AR MEETING QF FEBRUARY 4, 1974 PAGE 9 1974, Thursday. Ne said he would like someone from the Council or Staff in attendance on this date. Councilman Nee indicated he would check his schedule and attend if possible. Counci7man Starwalt said he may be able to attend, but would check with the City Manager on the final arrangements. Councilman Utter said he would check to see if he could attend. He asked if the City Manager would get in touch with them for the details on the program. ANNUAL REPORT FROM THE SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY: � Councilman Utter presented the City Manager with a copy of the Annual Report of the Suburban Rate Authority. The Gity Manager indicated he would have copies made for the Council to review. • ADJOUNMENi': MOTION by Councilman Starwalt to adjourn the meeting. Seeonded by Councilman Nee. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Liebl declared the motion carried unanimously and the Regular,Meeting of the Fridiey City Councii of February 4, 1974 adjourned at 9:53 p.m. Respectfu]ly submitted, �� Patricia Ellis Secretary to the City Council Date.Approved. Frank G. Liebl, Mayor � �A � � •. � �' � � � � i � ` � � ' . ' � . • ' • ' , ' • 1 �.� • � ' � � � ` ' ' • ' ' � . i , � '� i . . �T _ � . , y ' • aE�: • - • � , r � � � ' ;_ ' 1 . . , :' ' i` - � �� . � � _.. � � . � � � � �� . � � . �� . i� � � . . . � . - � X� ,� . . . . ' ' . � . . �� '.i ; . t . . . � ' . . . ' .;: � t : . ; . . . . . , . . . . . � . . ?.�'. 'f - � „ � . � . . .. ' � �- . � . . . 4:.� ' � • . . . � ` , . . � � . i�.} .. • . � . . � - { . . . ... . . . . _. .. ��-i • � . . � � . . . ' . � � �. . ' ' ' C . � . .. . . : . . . . �i.. a . . . � . . . .. . i . . t . . . . . . . . . . t..i • ' � . pk � .. . .;. i ; , ' . . . . . . . - }',�F. . . . . 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The license fee shall consist of a base fee, as set forth hereundex, for the primary pool on any premises and 25% of the base fee for each additional pool on the same premises, Pri.mary as used herein shall mean the pool requiring the highest fee as s�t foxth hereunder: Pool Size (Gallons) Fee 0 - 5,000 . $25.00 5,001 - 15,000 40.00 15,001 - 30,000 60.00 30,001 - 50,000 70.00 50,Q01 - and up 80.00 1' Section 11.10 Fees. Add new subjec� of L.P. Storage Tank Permit StructuraZ 0-10,000 ga1s. 10,001-and up Mechanical 0-I0,000 ga1s. 10,001-and up Fee $40,00 50.00 $25.00 35.00 Mi.xer $15 . 00 Vaporizer $I5.00 yQ , '•' �„� PASSED BY THE CTTY COUNCIL OF THE CTTY OF FRIDLEY THIS �� DAY � OF r�.��k�, 1974. MAYOR - FRANK G. LIEBL ATTEST: CITY CLERK - MA,RVTN 'C o BRUNSELL 1I� First Readin : �, � ` ��r► � �r � � g _ Second Reading: i�+� � t � � Publication: 1 � � � � 1 e � CITY OF FRIDLEY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING FEBRUARY 6, 1974 CALL TO ORDLR: 2 PAGE I Chairman Fitzpatrick called the meeting to order at 8:00 P.M. ROLL CALL: � Members PresenL: F�_.tzpatrick, Drigans, Lindblad, Harris I�ieml�ers �ibsrnt: Blair Others PresEnt: Darrel Clark, Community Development Adm. � � APPROVF PLJ�NNT_?�'G COi�2�iISSION MINUTrS : JANUARY 9, 1974 MOTION by Ha2-ris, seconded by Lindblad, t1�at the Planning Commi.ssior� approve the minutes of the meeting of January 9, 1974 as written. Upoii a voice vo�e, a13 voting aye, the mation carried unanimously. RECEIVE BOARD OF APPEALS P�1II�?UTES: JANU�RY 15, 1974 � MOTION by Drigans, seconded by Lindbzad, that the Planning Commission receive the Board of �ippeals minutes of January 15, 1974. Upon a vo�ce vote, a.Z1 vating aye, the motion carried unanimously. [ l. PUBLTC HEIIRTNG: REZONING RE�U�ST, ZOA $�74-01, HENNTNG NELSON C�NSTRUCTI:ON COi�iP�NY : To re zone Lo�Ls 13 , 14 , 15 , 16 , Block 2, River.wood Manor, from R-Z (szzzgZe farnily d�aelling areas) to � R-3 (gen�ral multiple famil_y dvaelling areas) to allow con- struction of a 24 unit a�ar�ment complex to be located South � ot 7Zst Way and ti�Jest of East River Road. � Mr. Mark Reinertson, Company was present. Vice President of Henning Nelson Construction � MOTION by Drigans, seconded by i�arris, that the P3anning Commission waive the read_ing of the Public Hearing notice, 20A #74-01, by Iler�ning Nelson Constructzon Company to rezone from R-1 to R-3. � Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, the motian carried unanimously. Mr. Reinertson presented preliminary plans for a tow=nhouse type � of development which could be a cluster of three buildings or a cluster of t�ao. These would be 1'-2 to 2 storys ar�d contain from 16 to 24 rental unitsconsisting of mai_nly one bedr_oom apartments with � a few 2 bedroom units, i3e said they were requesting this zoning _ change because i�hey thought this was a neat and spiffy concept o� ho�a i�his �roperty could b-r_ cteveloped far urb�n living and ceas some thinc� they could do a go�d job o7i. They have tried to sell. this � property as R-l. for six or seven years. ancl it was property that was heavily taxed. � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2A Planning Commission Pheeting - February 6, 1974 Page 2 Mr. Reinertson said he had talked to various people from City Hall trying to gct i.deas for_ tIzis property and from these talks his company had come up with this concept. He said there are.problerns in-t�is area in that East River Road is heavily traveled and, especially the corner lot, was not conducive to R-1 development. He said with this concept the 2 story would be belo�a grade so the townhouse type units would blend into the neighborhood and ��ould make a nice entrance into the area. The entrances and exits to this developmen� would be on 71st Way. r4r. Reiner_tson said the dra�aings being presented were just guidelines on 11o�a thi.s to��,nhouse type compley could be developed and he caas open io suggestions from the neighbors or the Planning Co;RI11�.SS101'l � and would w�lc�m-.-.� these suggestions. He said there would be a buffcr on the t�Test side oi the development o� about � 46 feet from the adjacerit home. Mr. Clark asked Mr. Reinertson. if any member of the City staf� had recommended that this proper-�y be rezoned. Mr. Reinertson said he had just talked ov��_ some of th.e possibilities of deve.loping this proper�ty, and atter these disctissions, his company had com� up with this concep�. Mr. Cla�k asked if they intended these units �o be owner occupied or i� they �aould be rental units. Mr. Reinertson said they couZd be both.. Mr. Clark said the ordinance an townhouses requir�s 5 acres for oeaner occupiec3. unzt.s . As this property is only 1.4 acr�s, they would have to be r_ental units. Mr. Harris �.sked if they owned other property in this area. Mr. Rein�rtson said they had owned 3 other lots but they had sold l lot and bui.lt hom�s on th� other two 1ots. The last house they bui]_t they had to rent for two years b�fore it was sold. Mr. Drigans as}ied Mr. Clark if this area was in the comprehensiv� plan. Mr�. ClarY said this part af East River Road was not a specific study area of the plan. � Mr. Leo Bender, 1�46 71st Way N.E., said he had a petition siqned by the resid�nts of ihe area, stating that they supportc�d th� current R-I. zoning on Lots 13, 14, 15, 16, Block 2, Riverwood Manor, and were opposed to any rezoning for five reasons: (1) hazarc�ous to school children, (2) additional noise of multiple dwelling unzi:s, (3) change in �rze continuity of the neighborhocd, (4) destruction of the envir.onment, and most important, (5) ii�vasion of the individuals right to zoning protection. AfOZ'ION by Lindblad, secor�ded by Ilarzis, that the Planning Commission r.eceive Peiition #1.-1974, as presented. Upon a voice vote, alZ voting aye, the mot_ion carried unanimously. t�r. �Iar_ris asked Mr. Eiender what was meant by the invasion of the indzviduals right to zoning protection? � i . Planning Commission Meeting -�ebruary 6, Z974 Page 3 �Mr. B�nder said the people in this area had baught their homes with the understanding tliat the area would continue to be zoned R-l. � He said our forefathers thought this was proper zoning for this area and tlze present-residents didn't want any other zoning. � Mr. Roger Claesgens, 7130 Riverview Terrace N.E., asked what the land spC�ce to building ratio would be in the proposed development. Mr. Reinertson said the land area was b0,000 square feet and each �• individual unit would be 800 to 1,000 squar_e �eet. Tt would � be belov� thc density allowed. Mr. Gordon Sangster, 7169 Riverview Terrace N.E., said he was � here as a renr_esentative of �Lhe Frid�ey School Board, to state that �L�e School Board ��ould be opposed to any rezoning �Lhat would increase dens�.ty in this area within the proxi.mi�.y of the entrance to the grade school. If such rezoning was finalized, SchooZ Districi n�4 � would take formal action. Mr.,Reinex�son said the proposed tow.nhouse concept would be further back from the entrance to the school than residential homes would be. � Mr. Claesgens said he was th� oldest reszdent of this area and had moved in in 1.950. His father-in-1_aw had owned the property from where th� school is located, approximately 32 acres, and the � area from Fiverview T2rrace to East River Road, just Narth of this pro1aosed development. Behind this d�velopment is the Girl Scout property, which is open area, and the North side of the school � . property has been left open also. while it is true that most of th� students are bussed to the grade school, there are sixty or seventy residences across �ast River Road and these children walk to school. Although there is a semaphore at this crossing, it still � requires a lot oi car� on East Riv�r Road not �o interfere with tYie children crossing this street. Having up to 24 rental units on this_proposed development would generai�e increased traffic at this � intersection where th� children cross. He aZso didn't £eel that 1� to 2 story buildings would fit into a single family housing ar�a � and it wouldn't be compatible with what is already there. ,� Mr. Rein�rtson said these units would be mostly one bedroom units an3 there would only be �ive 2 bedroom units, so we are � only talking about 30 to 35 additional people, very little more than what� would�be in four single �amily homes. He said there wouldn't be lar_ge families in these units and a 1ot of the one bedroom units would only have one person with one�car. He said � it was not unusual for single fanlily homes to hav� two and thrce cars, so he didn't think this development was generating that much more �raffic. � ;� Mr. W. J. Engclhardt, 71_2Q Rivervicw Terrace, said this property was sold oil tlie premise that tliere wouZd be no multiple � comp�.ex in tiiis ar�a. These lo�s were sold with the undersi:anding that tliey would be sinql� family housing. � 2C Planning Commission Meeting - February 6, 1974 Page 4 Mr. Steven Paaverud, 7045 East River Road, said that Mr. Reinertson made th� statement that this dev�lopment would enhance the community and benefit the City. He said we feel like we are a community in this area and our contention is that this would be changing our neighborhood to a transient society. This is not in line with what we feel for this area. We ar� a neighborhood ana we appreciate the area as it is. There are more things to consider ti-ian what can be done with thisparticular corner. This may involve less profit for the land owner, but we feel that Fridley abounds with apartmerzts and we don't want any in our area. Mr. Engelhardt said,that when this property was pur_chased, the buyer knew it vaas zoned for single family homes on1y. Chairman Fitzpatrick said any property owner has. the right to request a zoning change. Mr. Rei_nertson sazd it was Thomas Jetf_er_son who said that each generation should rewrite their own constitution because what was right in the past is not always applicable ta us at �he present time. We want to keep this area a residential area. C�e don't want it ta be commercial pr_oper'cy. IIe didn't think peopl.e should look down on transient people jus� because they live in a house and have more space. The complEx �they are proposing weuld be v�ry nice and fit into ttle n�ie�hborhood. It would not be lot rent housing. . Mr. �aaverud said he didn't mean to say that he looked down on transient peopl�. He just felt that because they were transi.ent, they wouldn't have the int�rest or take the care that a property owner woul.d have in this same area. P�Zr. Reinertson said this proposed complex would pay more ta�e� than four residentialhomes, and could relieve some of the tax burden in this area. Mr. Paaverud said there should be other alternativ�s other than an apartment complex. Mr. Reinertson said they have b�en looking for alternatives �or szY or seven years. Mr. Tim O'Neil1, 158 71st Way N.E., said these were good size IotS and he thought they could be sold for homesites in the $40,OQ0 or more class, if the owners would be satisfied to make a good profit and not excessive profit. Mr. Adas, ]_68 71st �yay N.E., said he couldn'� offer any suggestions on the development ot this property but on the point of rezoning, he felt we want our community well laid out and for it to have continuity. He said that Hei�ning Nelson had built his lzome and he was sure they would do �� fin� job with this proposed development, bui it would cause probl.ems in the neighborhood. �veryone worked together and he felt this would be lost with rental property. He said we have� a good plan going and he u�ould like it to stay that way. � � • . � � i � Plannin� Commission Meeting - February 6, 1974 � Page 5 2 D �� Mr. Rei.nertson said he lived at Z'win Lakes and a few years ago they had a proposal for an apartment complex in this area. Many people in the area were opposed to this proposal but after tlze apartment complex Wasthere, i.t did fit into the area, and the people who liv�d in this complex contributed a lot to the commu��ity, and did not detract from the residential area... He continued that some people aze afrai_d of th� unknovm. He said this development would be done well and the neighborhood standards would be maintained. They were concerned about this being compatible with the neighborhood and what they were presenting shauld enhance ,� this area. � Mr. Drigans said one,aspect of this development has not been discussed, and that �•aas th� financi_a1. aspec� of it. He said there is one development in Iridley that has been going on for about two � years because as the dif_ferent proposals were approved, they ran into trouble financing their praject, and he wanted to know if there was financing available £or this project, if it a�as approved. He said he didn' i� ki�o�a if 1ei�ding institutions would lend moiiey for a � �$40,000 to $50,000 home on the corner qf East River Road either. He as]ced what the value of �the four lots were also. � � � � � u Mr. Clark. checked the files far the valuation of these lots by the Assessing Department, and Lots 13, 14 and 15 were valued at $6500 and Lot lG at $5�00. Mr. Reiri�.r_tson said they have owned this property for ma.�y years and paid a lot of special assessments on them and wer_e ask�d $8,000 to $12,000 for these 1ots. He said they had a good ��orkinq arrangem�nt with their bank and didn't think they would have any probl�m financing this d�velopment. Mr. Drigans said he wanted to compli,ment Mr. Reintertson on his preliminary plar�s. They were L-he best that had been presented in a long time. Mrs. Z'im O'Neil1 said she thought it was feasible for some one to pizrchase these lots and build a$�0,000 to $60,000 hor�e an these lots. She felt, this company had inflated the price of these lots because she didn't think they have any intention of selling them as single family home sites. Mr. Leo Bender said that Mr. Clark stat�d that because of the acr�age of this property, it could not be owner occupied and would have to be rental pr_operty. He ask�d Mr. Reinertson i� he had seen the article in the Fridlc�y Sun about the occupancy rating of apartments by Ci-L-y, andthat Fridl�y has a high percentage of vacaneies. Mr. Reinertson said he had not, and would be interested in seeing it, but they have made their own invrstigai�ion and felt �hese units would rent. � Mr. Paaverud said that at the present time owners of apartments were having somethi.nc� of a bonanza because it was difficult to purchase homes, but he t�hought most people desire to own their property and that's one of tt�e reasons there is such a turnover in apartment � rentals. � Mr. I;ngelhardt said he had sold this property with the promise � �� qJ � 2E Planning Commission Meeting - February 6, 1974 Page 6 to t.he buyers, that this area would remain R-1. If it was rezoned, it wouZd make a liar out of him. Mr. Reinertson said he had studied the reasons given on the petition wny the proper_ty owners �r�_op��ed to �Y�is re�oni.ng request. He thought that because this proposal was very much above standard, th�ir points of objection, would not happen. Judith May, 184 7lst Way N.E., said this property was purchased from her father, Ho�aard Crabtre�, and it was sold as a single family area. She thouglit is would be a breach of faith to build rental units in this.area. Mr. Reinertson said he didn't want to fight with anyone over this proposal, bu�t h� asyed Ms. May to�check with h�r father on the purchase ac�r�ement. Mrs. O'N�iZI said that when they purchasect their lot from Henning Nelson, they had to give them �.ssurance that they would build at least a$35,000 home to main�ain the proper-ty values in the area, and they gave us their a.ssuzance that tlie area woiald have the same value homes on the area that was still vacant. � Mr. Reiner�son said this showed that�they were very concerned about inain�aining the property values iii Lhis area and why this developm�nt would have such high standards and be an asset to the e• community. � Mr. Claesgens said he didn`t think it.showed much business � � acumen to hold prop�rty for ten years and pay all the assessments anc� taxes that long, until they had so much invested zn the prop�rty that it would tak� a proposal li};e this to pu11 them out economically. � � Mr. Reznertson sai_d th�y didn't need this development to pull them out of anything. They have tried to sell this property without success so on an economical basis, they felt �his development would be a good usc for this property. � � Mrs.Corrin� Bender said that when apartments are new, everything � is very nice, but after five years they start going down hil1, and over a period of time, they detract from the area. � � 1� 1 P�r. Harris�asked Mr. Glark if a notice had been sent to Anoka County. Ther_e's a"jog i.nEast River Road, Soui�h of this prop�rty, and ti�ondered if the County had any plans for widening the road by 17 feet, in this area. Mr. Clark said no notice was sent to them. AZr. IIarris said L17ere might also be consideratiori of a wider radius for 71st �tiay from East Riv�r Road. Mr.. Reinertsoi� said he didn't think they would need additional ric�ht oi way for the r.adius of 7lst 6aay from thi_s property, Uu� he wa� concerned about the jog in East River IZoad aiid would like to check on this himself, also. � Planning Commission Meeting - February G, 1974 Page 7 2� � Chairman Fitzpatrick said it should be checked out with the County on what part of East River Road is in �heir study area. � Mr. Claesgens asked if the Commission was aware of any State statutes about the location of multiple dwellings in relation to a school area. No one was aware af any such statute. � � � � � � � MOTION b� Fiarris, seconded by Lindblad, that the Planning Commission close the PubZic Hearinq on rezoning request, ZOA #74-01, by Flenning Nelson Construction Com.pany to rezone from R-1 to R-3. Upon a voice vote, aII voting aye, L-he motion carried unanimously. . MOTTON by Driyans seconded by Harr�s, that the Planning Commission continue i�l�e rezoning regue.st, ZOA ;�74-01, b� Henning ATelson Constructio; Comp�ny, to rezone Lots 13, l4, 15 and 16, B1ock 2, Riverwood l�anox, from P.-1 (single family dwlZing areas)�to R-3 (generaZ muZ�ipZe family dwelling areas) to a11ow construcLion of a 24 vnit apartment complex to be Iocated South of 7lst [aay and West of East River Road, until � February 20r 1974• Upon a v�ice vote, aI1 vating aye, the motion `��carried unanimously. 2. PU�LIC IIEAP.ING: RFZONING R�QUEST, 70A �7�-Q2, BERKELEY PUPZP ,COiviPA1�Y: '1'o rezone Lats 1& 2,� Block 13, Spring Brook Park Ad.d.ition, from R-� (single farnily d��relling areas) to M-1 (I:ight industrial areas) to make zoninq consistant with property lines at 181 E1y S�reet N.E. � Pd.r. Leland Snead, �ra�iclz Manager of Berkeley Pump Company was presen�.. � MOTION by Lindblad, seconded by Drigans, that the Planning Commission waive �he reading of t1�e Public Hearing notice for rezoning request, ZOA #74-OZ, by Berkeley Pump Compan�. Upon a voice vote, all voting a�e, the motioh carried unanimous].y. � Mr. Clark said the petitioner � 5 were rezoned in 1961 and �ahy the in this request, he couldn't say. � � � owns five lots and Lots 3, 4 and other. two lots were not included � Mr. Sn�ad said his company occupies these five lots whici-� are 30 feet by approximatel.y 200 feet which gives them 150 �e<� ��f frontage. He said they shoul.d all be zoned the same as long �z:; they are under one ownership. He said they had no intention of addi.izg on to ou� present building a��d because of the setback requiremc�nts for buildings across .fron� R-1 zoning, the setback requirement is 100 feet, so that according to the Code, they couldn't expand onto these two �ots anyv:ay. They want to clean up L-hese lots and put in a hard surfaced paikinc� lct, do so:ne,landscaping and put up a new fence. � • Mr. Fitzpatrick asked wl�en this buildinq was construct�d. Mr. Snead said he didn`t know but the building was there when his company purchased i.his property in 7_�G8. Mr. Snead said he thought it would � make the property more saleable if it was all zoned the same. Mr. Darrel Nystrom, 248 �ly Street, asked if Berkeley Pump was . � . . � . . � 2G Plarining Commission Meetine� - Febr.uar_y 6, 197� i'age $ � � occupying as muciz of this property as possible, or if they could expand. Mr. Clark said that because of the zoning requirements � ther_e has to be a 100 foot setback on M-1 property that abuts R-1 property and thi� building is 1G1 feet bacY, so they couldn't expand without a variance which would also require a Public Hearing. � Mr. Snead said the only plans they have for this proper_ty is • to clean it up and make it look good. Iie didn`t think his company would want to sper�d any money expanding thi_s building� even if they could �_ If they outgrow tYiis site, they would look for a 1arg�r site. .� Mr. Nystr_om asked how many peop]_e were employed by the company. Mr. Snead said ther� were five full time employees and two part time. T Mr_. Nysirom said it was his ur�derstanding that the trucks ti�ere supposed to take 79th to Ash-ton and stay off Ely, Liberty and Ruth. � Mr. Snead said they czo instruct the trucY, drivers on the route they are tn take, but drivers who aren't familiar with the area, come in the easiest way. He said he thaught ther� should be signs designating � . the trur.k route . . Mr. Frank Niznickr 191 Liber_ty S�treet, said his house was located � on Lots 1 and 2, Block 12, and his neighbor, Mr. George Emerick, who was also present and lives at 181 Lib�rty Street, on Lots 3 and 4, and they u3ere r_ancerned about th� z�ning lines being moved in any o� these blocks.to bring the industrial area closer to their � homes. Mr. Emerick asked how man� paiking stalls they would have � in the design��-�ed area. Mr. 5nead said 12 would be the maximum. Mr. Iiarris asked Mr. Cl.ark �ahy the M--1 zoning line meandered � in this area. Mr. Clark said th�t �ahen the M-1 zoning was done in this area, it iollo�aed the railroad tracts, so he assumed this � was i�he reason. � t �� Mr. Clark said this could also be handlcd with a Special Use Per_mit on tYiese two lots because there was a provision that you can use adjaceiit R-1 property for par_king Zots with such a Special Use Permit. Mr. Snead said he wasn't ac�7are that there was such a provision. He sai_d he only learned two months ag�o that the five lots did not have th� same zoning, so that's why he applied for rezoning of the two R-1 lots. Mr. ritzp�tric): said he would be able to use the lots far the 1 same purpose under a Special Use as he could with rezoning and a Speci�l Use Permit was a little easier to get. Mr. Clarence Godlewski,_ 2?_8 �ly Street, and Mr. Nystrom said � �hey would h:�ve no objection to a Special Use P�rmit being gran�eci on tliese lots as long as it let t,�r . Snead do the sam� thing he waizi�ed to do with rezoning. Thcrc objection was to any mor� rezoning to , industrial being done in this area. � � � � LJ � �� ?_ H Planning Commission r4eetinq - Febr_uary '6, 1974 ' Page 9 Mr. Snead as}:ed what the procedure was f_or obtaining a Special Use Permit. Mr. Clark said he would check with the City Attorney to see if the Planning Commission could deny the rezoning requesi and.recommend that �.his be handled as a Special U�se. He said it wouldn't really hoJ_d N1r. Snead up, because if th� Sp�cial Use was approved, it woul.dn't involve any ordinances being published. Mr. Snead said he wasn't in any hurry because they couldn't put in any parking lots until Spring. Mr. Dri_gans urondered i.f the tax base would be different if this property was all zoned M-1 or if it continued as it is. Mr. Snead said he hac� cliecked wi-i�h �th.c�ity I�ssessor and he said it would be taxed on the presen�L land use regardless of zoning. Mre Dri.g�,ns said as'long as thcy were going to continu� this item, he thought Mr. Snead should gresent his plans for the parking lot, ].andscaping and fence to the IIuilding Standards-Design Control Subcommii�tee before it comes back to the Planning Cornmission. � Mr. Lindblad asked ML. Snead to have on� of � �� up the lanclscape plan, rather than have someone because they got more variety �hat way. � � � � � !� � [J � � � the nurseries draw from the City do it, Mr. Nystrom said he had attended a 1ot of inee-L-ings at City Hall and he didn't thin}c they should aslc people �to go to a nursery for landscape plans. �1�h�re was no reason th� property owner couldn`t plan their own landsca�ing. Mr. Lindblad said there ususally is no cliarge for this plan, if they buy their shrubs f"rom that nursery. He said the only point he was trying to mak� was that th� Ci�ty staff should not draw up landscape plans for everyone because i�t would make the landscaping too similar, and that a nursery would give more variety to the plann�.ng. Mr. Godlews]ci_ said he had a plan drawn up by Bob's Produce, and if he couldn't affard to have the landscaping.done at that time, he could had had the plan at no charge. • Mr. Snead sai.d he had only been Branclz i��anager for Berkeley Pump in this ar�a for ab�ut a year, and he has been making every effort to clean up this �rop�rty. They have torn down an old shed, and with the proposed improvement, it will clean up Lhe property, and he hoped it would be an incentive to other businesses in the area because they all need cleaning up. The neighbors in the audience said they appreciated the efforts Mr. Snead was making. Mr. Clark said that if the zoning lines weren't changed, it would be building in a buffer between this building and the R-1 area. Mx. Snead said the parent company woul.d l.ike to have this property all zoned the same, but he would check �oith them, and if they were agrecable to this being handled as a Special. Use Permit, he would be agreeable also. � � • P]_anning Commission Meeting - FeUruary 6, 1974 Page ZQ � �� MOTION by I�arris, seconded by Lindblad, that the Planning . Commission continue the Public Hearing on rezoning request, ZOA � #74--D2., Berkele� Pump CoiT�pany, to rezone Lots 1 and 2, Block 13, Spring Brook Park Addi.i:ion, fr.om I:-1 (single family dwel.Zing areas) � to 1�1-1 (light industri�al areas) to make zor�.ing consistant with proper_ty lines at 181 E1y Street N.E., to determine if t-his can be handled as a Special Use Requesi: and the petitiot�er's plan is seen by th� � Building Standar_ds-D�szgn Control Subcommittee on February 2.Z, 1974, unta 1. March 6, 1974 . Upon a voir.e vote, a1.1 votin_q aye, the motion' carried unanimous_Ty. 3. RFSPONS� FROI�1 LETrFkZ CONCERYJ7:NG �F2i�'IORY RL:QUEST 190TION by Harris, s�conded by Lindblad, that �he Ylanning � Comm_i.ssion receive the 1ei:f:er from the Rotar.y C1ub of Fridle� dated Januar� 2.Z, Z974. Upon a voice vote, a1Z voting aye, the motion carried unanimousl�. � i � � --� � � �� Mr . C1arY. said they didn `t s,cem -f=o 3�;e getting much response from this Ietter, and he thought �:he Planning Commission should be thinking oi �•ahen they want to make their recortunendation on the armory. Chairrnan I�'itzpatricl; said �L-llis could be put on the March 6th agenda and at Lhat time the Comsnissi�n could set a Public Hearing date. 4. �3?�NALING OI' BILLI307�RD SIGNS 1Kr. Clark said that our sic,rn ordinance states that by ne�:t Se�temher, bil.lJ�oards thai are noi�--conforming ��ii have to have a Special Use Pe.rmit. As we on]_y have 4 b�_ll.boards in Fridley tha� meet the requiremeni�s, we will be flooded with requests. Does the Planning Commission want to handle these r�qu�sts as they come i.n, or do you want to accuit�ulate them and revie�a them toget��er. Mr. Harr�_s said he would wani� an opinion, in writing, from the C��ty Attorn�y before tliey start any hearings on these requests. He said if we deny Special Use Permits on signs that have been in existance before i�he ordinance was written, we could all be in Court. r7r. Fitzpatr_ick said it would Ue difficult to deny a request when the billboard was going to stay the same. Mr. Clar}: said they have been g�_ven 5 years �to amortize them or �lse apply �or a 5pecial. Use Pe.rmit. Mr. Lindblad said he couldn't see that this ordinance can change what is alr.eady there anymor� tharz a new building code can. Mr. Fitrpatrick said �hat at �he time this or.dinance was written, it was assumed that they would com��ly in five years. Mr. Clark said we don't know if they wil� comply or noL-. � � LJ � � � � J� 'Planning Commission M�eting - February 6, 1974 Page 11 Mr. Clark said that in addition to the Special Use Permit a lot of them will need variances because they are in a residential area, they are too close to the highway or an intersection. He said that the sign for Sandees breaks all th� codes and yet this is one of the older busincsses in Fridley and it might be difficult to deny this sign. Mr. Harris sazd this sign is on leased propert�y, and if we denzed the request and his lease had not run out, we could find ourselves being asked to pay for the unused portion of the lease. Mr. Clark said �hat if we allowed this billboard, which doesn't meet the code at all, it would be difficult to deny any other requests. ' Mr. Drigans said the sign ordinance is very difficult to interpret. ' Mr. Harris said tl�ere is no doubt that some of the requesis will � have to be denied, and we may have to defend our position in court, so I L-hink we should be sure we are defending the right position before we start. C� i Mr. �C1ark said that ��ahen we c�et some of these requests, he thought the Planning Commission, the Boar_d o� �ppeals, and maybe the Council, along �aith the City A-ttorney, should have an informal meeting to revieu� these requests in relation to the sign ordinance, before we ever set Public Hearings on these requests. � 5. CONFERrNCE INVIT�iTION Chairman Fitzpatric}: said he thought as many members as could � go, should iry to make the con�erence they had been invited to on April 20, 1974. He thoughi it would be very worthwhi�e. �� I � Mr. Clark said that if there was any charge for this conference, he was sure they would b� reimbursed by the City. Chairman ritzpatrick adjourned the meeting at 10:45�P.M. Respectfully submitted, � ' ��'� `'`�t: �_l./',-., :- ::� �-Ca".�'-�-�.�/ � Darothy I� enson, Secretary I , � !J � �JLJ Q O � � �J U �.�--� � I � � G�J LJ � L—_J L_---J � � L^� `--- 7 I._ '�� ■ � W l___/ V L� � l—._J � � �� L_J � � � �� 1� � � �' �. � � ��z �� .�b �. � �� n9 �: ;::;;a �.� � [�.� €;:�� ;.:za �:D�, r- --a m_�.�� a =.� �.R�.6 a::`;� . �":� ��°� �� ->�� ",�.:� �v3 ��: � Eg� � �.� � �� '-' �3� �� :� � � � J �..�� E.s.e � � � � February 14, 1974 A1r. Nasim Qureshi City Tlanager City of Fridley, t�fi_nnesota Re Dear Sir: Fridley V.F.j�. Post 363 On February 13, 1974-, I wa.s paid a vi.sit by Commander Anton Olson and Pos� Quartermaster Les Orton. Both of these men expressed a sincere d�sire to solve wha�Cever. problem exists within their club. They felt that a nood share of tlie tr.ouble lies, riot with the reUtzlar members of the c1ub, but witli persons renting some of t.he clt.tb's {'ac.ili.ties. Tlley stated that the club officers are presen�:ly co��templating restricting rentals to members only. I� �vas also pointed out to me that the disturbance which occurred on Sunday morning was NOT within the cl.ub room, but actually took. place in �the rental porti.on of the club and was caused solely by the persons wha ilad rented the room. With this correcti.on in mind, I will still ask that this matter be looked into by the City Council. and the VF�41 club management in the hope that a workable solution be axrived at. Respe tiully, •� .� ��fi�� ° ( � � I � r6�i �.��%/, !e � �+4 �'� 1. W F..•{,� Ronald L. Allard, Sgt. Fridley Police De��artment c- i�1r. James P. I�il1. Lr . Ei. }tick V.F.LV. Post 363 V.F.iV. State f-1�]qtrs. . � • " ` °"�°� ��'�.9 � �� (� �i � � 6431 UN(VERSITY AVENUG NE February 11, 1974 i�fx. Nasim Qureshi City Atallager City of Fridley, blinnesota Dear Sir: At�tOKA COUNTY 1 ��. � FRtDLEY, �tNNESOTA 55432 It has once again come to the official attentio�t of tlizs department th�t certairZ proUlems and condztions still exist within the membersliip and/or patrons of the Pridley V.F.R'. Post 3b3, located at 1040 Osborne Road, N.E., Fridley, Minnesota. lVithin the past 30 days l�tr. James P. I-Iill, Director of Public Safety, has sent that c1uU a letter regarding closing hours as prescribed by ordinances ana t�ao ofiicers, na.mely Lt. Rick and Sgt. Spruncman, have appeared there personally to explain the problems and tlle alternatives. It ap�ears that these reasonable approaches to tlze problem have not been sliffi.- cient, and that the management of that club has ilot seen fii to implement any change. . In the most recent event Fridley police officers wer.e once again called.upon to � disperse an unruly cro�aci within the club room. Dur.ing that action one of the poli.ce officers was knocked to the floor. Fortunately the officer was not injured. _ � � In reference to this incident and numerous others, I am suggesting that the V.��.1V,'s license to clispense alcoliolic beverages be suspended for a period �iot to exceed 30 days and that upon 1•einstatement of that license, this department receive som�. assurance that no similar occurrences will be allowed. Resp� tfully, � �.� %'�� , �jJl,�•1c1� �- /�'�7-��C`LCt � Itonald E. � llard, Sgt. Fridley Police Ucpartment e- Mr. James P. llill I � Lt. I1. Rick V.r.1V. Post 3G3 V.F.W. 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OlsU;�: It Ii«s hc,r.n brou,��c i�o �.i;r a.t�e�;�io,� t.h �t a potenti_alit�- c?angerous situaLion occu�°rccl .it youx pos`, i_n 'tt�c p<ir;:�_?�n lot, ori J� nu�ry 13, 1�%�l. In �icicl.:itici�, I]�ave Iec�.ivcd se�reral. n: ga.ti��e carunents concernins,�. the ope;7��t:=ian of your. bar �u~ea. o��er the pasi: se��eral nionth s , The sp�ci��ic i.ncidc:nt oi:c.t�rr�n" on .7znt�:iry 13, 1974, invol.��ed an i.nc?ivic�u�.i ��,;�c: i�as obse:rl�ed u�:•ir.a ti>>., in tlle pr�.rkir;� lot. L`+hen �� policc: of':ficcr info:;:�cd tiiis i.nd��iciural to usc the pro��er f-UciliLi.es, tlli.s iild:ivi:lu,�:l iiiitia�ed a vezba7 aitack on i:lle oif'i.cer.. as ��ell as 0�1 a seconci aa:ficer �;�l�o c�rne upo11 the scene. 'I'llis i�icicler�i:, i�i it�el.f, is of ):i�l.tle collsequcnce, ho:ve��nr tlie adclecl i.mpa.ct. oi a lar�;e �atller.:in" of pa�rons t:�ho ca�nc� f�rc�;�� your pos�t-. b.ir a11d joi_ned in �he verb:tl al:�:ise cre«�ied � ver�� dangerous si_tu.�tion.�ind in cifect, an unla�af'ul as�c!�bly. 'I'his �rc�up jei�i.d in ti�e ve��b<.1 �buse as ivell as k:i.cl;i»� tlle sides o� t:he squ�icl car ��h.icli crer�ted a��eco��d viola.tioil, then they atte;npted to �r.elease the :i.nii:ial siib;ject iro;u t.iie. sc{uacl cr�r :vliich co�istiiuted ;ui additiona� affense of iritei-fcri�� iai_i�h a police oi�icer in t11e p:riorm- ance� of l;:is c;uties. `l'1�e aetions of t]�e broia�� nccess�_tated callin�; <1�Icli.tio�ial squr�cis i�.o clisl�crse i.lie cro��cl i•rliicll tcml�oraril.y enclanRcr�d t:lte rcmni.niler of the Ci.ty h}r not: liavi.ii� z vel�icle i�nmecli.aLc1�� ati�ail- able to a.ns<<<er en�ergency l�o] icc a��a medi.cal cal.ls. . I ant sute yuu n�ust be aware of The recent hiinne>ot.a Suj�rcr�e Court l)rr.isions iiolel.i��c; clri»I:in�; estal>lislu�.ents clircctJy li.able for illes;;�l. actic�iis i�rll:e�l h�� l�ztrons oi' tl�c cst.aUlishuiciit as a result of Lhcir clririki.t�, ini.ox�catir�s; li<2tior. . '1'hc l�o]icc officer at tl�c sccnc on �J�ii�uary l:i, 1S)74, idcntificcl thc i;rc,ti�� in t.hc ��arki.n,; ]ot .is rct;t�l��r I,atrons oi' your post bar �:�ho 1�::��c bccotuc ino��c .�nc! �noa�c �il�t�si;�c to l;i�� rni�or�:_c�ucnt oi'i�icci�s i.tl tl�c 1�.��:t mi��t:h:;. ;1 cc,n��i►sus ol' o��inic>n c�f o�ir �fi�.icc:l•s l�,�nci.l:in�� c.�lls at_ �'c�tir l�o:;t in�lii�:�tcs t:h,it thc ia�jc�r c,iii:•,c ol� l�rohlc�ms i:: ihc ,crvin„ c�C �nioli.c��i:r�! l�cr�:oiis l�l�irh is �1 ��iol,�t�on ot� :;t;itc ailcl local lai��s. ��'c� havc .i15o �•c��civ�cl rci�c,�•L's of t:l�c follot��ins, cill.c�;ccl vialatiot�s: f � I i � � � , � � � � � ' .� � � � , ni� , nnto» oiS�J� Ja�ivary 18, 1�J%� �z- 1.- I'er.mitting i�ito�icatcd I�ersons to r.emain ul�o» tl�e prc��iiscs. 2. Pci•mi.tLi.T�� di_soi•dcrl�� o�� bo�_sterous per.sons to remai�i upon t-he pre;nises. 3. I'ermitring gamLlin� prohibitecl t�� .l.a;ti�.� 4. SeJ.li�� of i.nio>,ica.t:ir�a :lic;z.�o�� to no�;men;bcrs of the club. 5. Pe�:•�>>_i.t.�l::i.i:�; ��;:r;oi�s or. ci�si:c;nc�rs oLlic�• than er:�ployees to � � ].'f',ill%1"112 U11 �-iIC �)):'C1;11S<^.S <i�i:L"l 1:�5 �i..Jll. 3C Iil ti�ier; oi ih�, a1-,L�arcnt: cc�Lditions pi•r..sent i.n �rour post Uar, our pol.ice of�:i.ccrs havc be�;�n i.nstrt�ci:ed to anspec� yo�.�r [�ar on a more fxc�c;�ie?�t br�s.i.s. If i:l,c cz�r�°ei1i: co:�rlit:i_o�;s cvni inz�e Lo .exi st, i��e . taill liu��-c no ali:c:� Ti:.t.ive 1�L�t i.o de°ny ��c`]1Cl4Jl O� your license a�id i.nitia�e revoca�ion proceed.ir�g>. Tn cons.idr.ratio�i of the �act that }�ou ar.e a Congres�ionally C;:ari��d Vei:r.:r�ns 01��;�.r��.•r.��L:io?� rrh:ic}i ;;e l�olcl in hi�}�. estc.em, l;'C: ldOLi�Ci t;z�e4i:I�� pr.efc�� th<it .yotii� oz��::1i zai:ic>�� e�;crc�ise interi�i:i.l. co�i��rol a��er i.l;e sm�i17. gi'otap of n,�n:bers t1�at ��lace us all in a. ��er.y prcca7�io�is sit:u- a�io�i. • Fa�° yot.�r coT�>>ea�iellce �ve are ef�closing a. copy o� ozlr ordiria.nccs L-l��-� specificall}� per.tai_�i to your si�t:a.tio7i, Iii acicii.tion }rou are reqtiireci to obser>>e all la:,�s relative to "on sale" af inioxicati.ng liquor. l�er�r trt�ly yours, �:;?.Ft:aS..A�'�a... r, ' 1,' ye-::.nl' "� . � . / k Y / Jrin:es P. Ilill. /lssistant City ��iana�;cr/Public S�afct.y D1�icctor � JPII: cb c - C�ty .�it��.�t;�r Liccnsc filc Iii�closiirc '� •, F011Af i � : . lNITlAL CQMPl.AfNT REPORT I TIME RECEIVED OlO3 A ' , � D M. , COMPI.AINANT j�1r• 110n Cadeon � � � lOCATIpN OFFICER ASSIGNED � T1' P E V. F. W. Club OlsenlSprungman ,, ttisc. Public :� ric�la �: � lZ�3Z UEPT. • ' • No. RADfO ❑ 7N oER50N� BY �HONE�1 MAf�❑ .� OATE �/��/�� {g ADDRESS +`ana�en !�%f V• F• Tij� PHONE NO. ��'9977 COMPtA1HT Possible fi�ht ' • , ' FINDINGS AND • DISAO51T1;,?N �alked to P�ro G�desn no victims, . but a� lat of blood ' • -' . . � . ' . ., -. _ . . . � _ � . . „ _<r. .. _ Salewski REPORTEO TO. fORM 1 INITlAL COAAPLAINT REPORT DEPT. Fri d�9 � PD wo_ 7�6 TIME RECEIVED O�Ol q, RADi� IN PER50n❑ BY PNONE❑ MAt�❑ DATE � �O �q�� , � I �' COMPLAINAHT Ol f�GB� �� O�T'�iLI� 4F �P oD •� ADDRES5 , LOGAT{OH Vs�'�"` • Club PHONE NO. OfFICER Gr�inu� ' ASS/GNEO TYpE Li.c�uo�r L�ws ,;; � car.PU►�NT Re��ived abueive remax�ks from oustomers an closing regulations , FINOINGS AN0 dSPO51TION , ,' I ' ' ' Reaommend that someono stap in and talk to Post Co�nmand�r about informinR customers and members on Closin� times and regs. A . Rehard ' ~ REPORTEp TO. fORM � INITIAICOMPLAiNT REPORT DEPT._F1'_l_�._@jL_____ 'TIME RECEIVED �-�-r� M. RADIO ❑ �N FERSON� BY PHONE� MAIL❑ �CC�UTl�� COTI�TiIUIi�Ca�i�OTiS ADDRESS Anaka, COMPLAINANT , 'LOCATION OFFICER ASSIGNED ' TYPE GOMPLAINt ' FINDINGS AND piSPOSIT�ON ' � CI Fz�idl�y V.F.W. \ ,J J . , . NO._1�L�8- oare_��v ?3_ PHONE NO. B�benaee _ Di� orde rly C anduct Officer need� help at tha aba�eo _ P�rtgs star�irt� a fight � _ Twl'red �o p�opls, at -�� _p�zrty �I1 werr� A/k so I closed up the- �1.ub• -- c ro�n L�. REPORTED TO. 'fORM 7 . . .. .. , . . IN17tALCOMPLAINTREPORT DEPT. �r�d1'@j' PD No. %Ot1.,� �TlME REC@lYED� ��0� M. RADIO ❑ IN PERSON❑ 8Y PhONE� MAILLI UATH ��°��Q p�s�� aj'�� ADDRESS VFW Club Osborz�e 8C �_y._� COMPL'AINANT � LOCATtON �r `'� � Club PHONE NO. 7vZ--9977 , ASSIGNe� �•�a�iaT`8$e �i.t.Xl�firi ' TYPE �.iOrderlq COT1LiLiCt-i COMPLAINT COiC)pl$�I1Aid�+ S�i:,'iti88 a fi�h� has erupted in the club. ' � � � FINDINGS AND See Misc, report• DISPOSi TION —_ ^ I , — � • T.Ag _ ' REPORTED TO. Fo' 4• � � Fridle9 PD MISCELLANEOUS REPORT � CASE NO. �� _._. Disorderly � � ' ' n i I� � � . Dispatc�h�r repox��ad a figh� mt the VF"J1 Hall. Arriving on the scene, .`w� t��re �.I�.P��:�d b� y�"�� B�rt�ndor. tha� t� fight h�ci startod in the bath- x�o� a��t� �r�d move�a into. the .dance hh�l� ax�ea. A��ddin�rYi� wenta�into�d - in the d.-.r�� h�13 a�d app�z�ently soma af the waciitin(� P ths ba�r�r�. �r'e� a`= '��e ��'�'o��y n�embors went in�o the dance area, and '��is st�x,�:�� ho f�.�c��. z� �a6;�s noone i�� invo�vad in the fi�ht fx�om talki.ng to persons .�n b�� £�� ,h� h�,lZ• �ic� were given �he run around a� to who did t�hs�t. st�ted he went � Denni� C2igi'o�d "�hhompsa�, 8R38 Van�uren S�• N.E. , into �he k�a��raam ana �a�a as�aulted by. a Donald Uoor�e Zi�an, Ml1s. Law�q �J.9 ; j��s, o� �a Rab��t S�c�ven Bexera 591.9 C�mden Av. N., p �{e. d,id z�� ta�.��x t�► �i�n �a�b�p�lenor s�r.ething�. H��did haveta�be�dhe was hi� 3.n tb.e head wi�h � he�a c�r�ur�ci and dic� nc�t w�.sh� to �Avea Nac�TRPl�, $t�ted th.at faur large �ir, C. �. F��orti��„ 3b�7 '�.ag tabl�� va�A�c�� overtuz'n�d and chairs thrp�rn due to the giS�edaon atsthef e w�e knoC�ad to �he glooz�• She was eithe�r kicked or stepp t�.me. �,�. J�� $ansl�.k was also knocked to the floor and hgx ta e oves- tu�,�ad� �� s nOt�d that n0 bounCer Or pO1�Ce officer Was an dut3* at this �ir�ao . Aft�r �pending r�uch '�ime talking with both VI�'W msmbers and weddin� party, li�tle info�m�tion cob�dhb�h�abnr�andethe�eedding��. rtY1wasy on the p�r� �f both g�ouPs, �rdared to c18se down and aloar the building. 'THIS CASE IS DEGLARED: UNFOVNDED � CLEARED BY ARREST t�J 'EXGE�TtONALLY CLEAAED ❑ INACTIVE �tior c�cwwco) � � :� i'' i' �3 �T � � r ' ' ' � II � � � ' � ' �U��LEl�ER3T�►F�� INYESTt�AT�ON REPORT CASE NO. T�F3 _—. OfFENSF Diso�rderl�T Conduct COMPtAINANT Z� e �'AifjA I� VFW Club, Osborne & Hwy 65 ADDITIONAI DETAILS Of OfFENSE, PROGRESS OF INVESTIG�TIONS, ETC. Responding to � call of � fight at �he VFW Club, Aux. Gls ason and I arrived to Pind b�ai�en �i�ssn Iiquid o� the drznae floor and folding ehai7rs as��te�ed sbau� the SW ax�ea of the dance F1oor. On my first . walk around the fl.00r, T na��d many youths that did not appear to be 21 y�ax�e o�do I acar��tntaed tg cY:eak the building and �rent ta the club� room. f�he�� I xas �pproached by sevez��l �toung mon that st�ted they wore p jur:�p4d`� whila in th� b:�throom. 7'hoy atated their attacker was a m�e;mber o� a gue..t ��' �ihe ��a�,dding par��. �ictintt talked to by . OPf'iaor t-Tc�er�ie ��.raixnod ths fightin� .; tarted whmn a member of the wedding paz°�y wal�t�d into th.a clubroom. Evergono had difforent ator�ies �s to tahat h�ppenad, yet noone wanted to aign a camplaint and �ran�ed th� is�airi�nt closoc�e I�a� �ppro�ach�c� bg a A��irr. Hanslik �r�ao stated �:is �rife w�s l�ocked down and kiaked c�urir�� k,he �i�ht. He said t}�are wsre bot�tlea th�own and ycuths iighiin� ��it2� �hai�a. It �raa his int�ntian to gil� a suit mgainst the VI�1 Club. Aa th� �nti�e club was a ti�trope wi�h peopla from both sides tellin� u8 �hat �ac� c�u].d, cau�.d not, and s�ould do, and due to the Ps�et �ha�; i�ha elu�a :��d �ado�� n� a�rran�,,�mor�ts for a police officer at t-.he dan�e, it w�a�s de�zided �o close tha danoa €�nd th� b�ek bar. �a�� w� �n�-e m�t ��.i;�i ��ran� �ta��ment� grom club members, we elected to clo��a �kz� �r:ti�Q buiZ�in� for the r�ight. I�hila �sckin� IDts in th� clubrocar�� I fcaund a�raung fama].e si�tirag in the co�°n�r boot�. ��h.�n sha cou2d produca no id�ntific�;tions I told her to l��v�. She had �o bc� r�lp�d by a�x�iend. I in�trueted Au�c. Gle�.s�� o Pollot� �ham out��.d� �.nd to gat ID f�am the f�t�ale. Gleason learnad the gi�°l, V€�a��a Olson, 2115 r�T�.ngfield, Anoka, �zas 18 ye�rs old. She was vor�i�ir� �nd �ppe�red. vary DK. Due to the situatian inside tl�e club, Miss dl�on ti.,*�� not arr�st�d. The club nianager we.s inforrned of this hawever, snd T al�a inf'armed Mrs. Olson of her daughter�s condition. It is my crpini�n that had c�aQ lef� the club , anothe� fi�it would hav� bx�o��n aut within minu��o We felt no r�coursa other than to olose the club f or �he night . THIS OfFENSE IS DfCURED: founded Q leerad by Mre�t Q Exc�ptiomliy G�e�ad ❑ SIGN lluncan Inveitiflefinq O(ficer �eNiva Mol Clesred SIGNED — -- ) ❑ Ch�eF or Commend�nq O!f�cer 11-25-72 DAT� DATF - - . o .� ihis Form It U�ed by Off�ce� Au�qned fo � Ce�e fo Repo�t F.oqress A1fer Three end Se�en Devs end Wtetly Thereelfer, Also to Reporf Siqni(ttanf pe.eloe^e�!s. � � ' I o� F�cidle� � ' SU��6.�C�4��TA�V ir�Y�TiCATI�N RE�ORT CASE NO. 16I�6I� DISORDERLY CONDUCT OFFENSE C e Hat�s on COMPUIMAkT - F.P.D. ADDlTIONnL DETNILS OF OFFENSE, PR06RESS OF INVESTIGATIONS, ETC. ile on dutg r�t th� V'FW an Osbomn� Rd at approxitr�tely �Qla.S, I had occeaion o�cit th� �building into t�ie paxkir� lot in �he ,re�r. I oba�rved an ndividual �ralk be��►een c�� park�d on the �ou�h side of th� parkirtg area d begin th� unzip hi� trousers. As h� did ao 2 looked around him , and he � w me at�ndirg b,q t�.es ra�� door ta th� � b�� p�ici no he�d to my presence. Wi�h �ul.l �::��lad;e Qr"' rg �� oh:�n" hin�, �ub�c� c� b�agan to urinate into a sn��- �n�. I�pproach�d �ub�eet �tappin� ad��cent to th� froz�� of cars parked along ie �out� aidt�, �nd told gub j�ct �at h� �houlcin't be doir�q that in public . He statad `��o �r1��"P and continuc�d to ux�inatc�. �ter he �'inis�h�d h� Saal�ted p�et r� ta�a�d hi� truck, which wa� parked on the rt?� �ado caf the lot . i�gain aa3d thn � i�� couldn � t u� e�h� parking lat as a �b throv�t �nd t�.�i� ho �h�uld u90 th� ou� pg�o��id�d 3n tY� VFbd club. He t�hen �ted �ii�� he could ""pi�� n� fuckin plaee I w�nt to". At thi� tir� Offic�r Frie��ng arrieed in re�poz��e to a previoua requ8st by me �he��e hi� ��cg by the c�.ub . Sub j� ct c�nt in�aad to u� e ob sc�ne and p�rofane n�ua�o in ��.p`ia3n�� to ��ha� he could z��liave hi�aself anywhere he wanted to. �� this t�.�� c�o�rd �� p��pl� be3�n to �;�tha�, app�ar�ntl� trying to hold urt �� h� 1�'�, a� �h�gr �r�1re canco�nc�d ahQUt wi�o th� ao�plainant was, and ndixag out it w�aa �, fel.t ianre�panaive to the nature �i' c�plaint, explaining at g�ap1� ur��r�� w��a �o� o��n�i�ae. �b j�at waa pl��d in Fri�gang � s aquad so that I could obt�ix� idgntification. ie�ang and ��'��l.f' wer� �l�a in th� c�r �en sor,�oa� open�d the rear door of t�he �qu�rd in �n �ppa�en't atte�apt ta r�l�a�:e the sub j� et. W� then exited the �r and wer� mst with ob�cen� epith��s regarding our longovity, "fuckin okie a" . ter reentering the car, a�si��nce wr�s r�quest�d k�y � of 300 (FridZey Base ). en, an unid��ified p�r�y k�.ck�d �he rear of t�e squad, cau�ing �e to radio r acidit3en�1 ��1p, �� th+� x�ob �rould not cii�per�o whs�n r�qu��ted to do sa, �d appfla�r�c� �o b�c�.;�a��,g viol�n�. As additional squ°�ci� arrived, ths mab s�ened their 4erb�1 Attaaka, �nd siowl�r dispex�sed back into the bar. Subject was released �t the sce�ie pending formal ch�rgea due to the volatile �titude of the t�ob. Subject: Terry Lee T�mpeata 5? 103rd Ave . N .W . . r poB 5-23-45 wr��a k � . � . ' 7H15 OFfENSE IS DECVIRED: u�nd�d o Hanson � 1-13-7�. SIGN ED D/1T� C red by Mrt�t � InvesfiQetinp Ofl�cer ' Ezcepfiona�ly Cleared ❑ j In.iv� (Nof Cleered SIGNED _ D11TF I � Chief o� Commandi�q Ofl�cer � Thie Form li U�ed by O(licer Atiuqned to s Cese to Report Proq•eu ^fter )�ree and Seven �ays end Weekly Thereefler, /�Ito to Reporf S;gnifcent Devetopmenfti. rn^ 3 SUP'PL�R��iA�tY I��V�STI�AT�ON REPO�tT� cASE NO. I6�� ` _.. Fridley �T. _ ,— -- DISORD�;i�LY COND'JCT C . Hansan COMPUfNANi F.P.D. ADDITIONAI DETAllS OF OFFENSE, PROGRESS OF INVESTIG�ITIONS, ETC. �received a call to see comp at the VFtrJ on 09b�rna Rd. Upon arrival the co►�p a a talkin� to the susp� ct. I g�t out of ths squa d to f ind out r�a t the problem wa8 �Zd c omp t al� �e he h� d observod �1� su spec t urinate in the parkin� ot oP tha VF'W. While talking to comp and sugpect seneral of 9uspect�s friends athered �round to find out what was goir�g on. 1rJe told them to go inaide arid h�re �as n�thin� for them to be concerned about . Th� su�pect's friends would at gc► in artd �ha eu�pect stated �at ha cc�uld reZi�ve himself anytime or pince e wanted to, u�ing profan� and obsaene ]„anguage to acaent his 8entences. fficor H�n�or a�x�d I�t.� �u :pec� into th� �qu�d c�r but before we could talls to hizn furt�le�, �, g�oup of m�rpbers of the club gath�red around and started �iakin� th� squs�d. �Ie calla:d ior some assi,strr�nnce to handle the crowd when oi�abady oponed th� bacls door o.f th� aquad to let the �uspect out. I got out oF the a�u�d �r�d �hut �.he door telling t;h� p�opl� to loave the car alone and o bacl� insida tha e�,ub. We z�ecoived �ozr.� more vergal abuse from the crowd . hen oth�� q�.�d� �rrived. Upon �he arriv�l of tho othe r gquads we managed � o disper�� ths� er��rd. Ai`�0r Offic�r Hr�nson go� tha id�ntii'ica�ion of the uspaat h� ral��ed him fro� t.he car stating thia rr�tter wauld be turned over o the Citg Atto:*ney. Aa th� crowd dispan�ed and tha �ituation was calm for ha �i�� bein�, i caeared �h� scena. �uspeat: Terrg �e� Te�tpe�ta . 57 a.o��7d Ao�. �e��. nos ,_�3_t�5 wN�� ' ' � LJ � TR15 OffENSE IS DECl1�RE0: Uniound�d �rad by Mntt i ception�lty . Cleersd (Not Cle�red) ■ ■ ■ SIGNED Friegang 1��..3�7� DA?� InvestiQatinq Olf�cer SIGNED _ Chkf or Commendinq Offcer DATF _ h�� Form 1� Used by Officer Au�qned to e Ces� 10 Repo�t Prop�etiti Af�e� Three end Seven Oe�� end Weekly Theree(fer, Also to Repo�t Siqni(ite�t Developmen�w I � 3 . o�r. _ Fridl e� Pa 1 i cP � (�25 hours ,�y - �t�PP�.��V1�6dTA�Y iNV�ST6GATION �EPORT cASE /NO. 16604 __ OFFENSF �,��l3E��'�i9-�z1-�s"-- COMPUIINANT s�ti{@}*�/n�� F.P.D. ADDRE55 ADDITIONAL �ETHILS OF OFFENSE. PROGRESS OF INVESTIGhTIONS. ETC. 'le checking behind the V.F.W, C2ub we.saw several vehicles parked behind the club. � ing cause to beleive there was a violatiion of the O11'S closing hour (Ord. 550.) we ered the club anrI found S people in the bar area. There was a couple (male and female) sitting at a table. They each hac{ a bottle of beer approximately 3/4 full and a full glass �beer in front of them. There was a female sitting at the bar and subject #2 was standing the end of tlie �:�r with a bottle of beer in front of him. Subj.ect #1 identifie� him- self as tho bartender. He was t�ld he was in violation of City Qrd. in hours of operation. �replied he was not aware of the new hour and th€�a��at he had until 0130 to clear the bar. cleared the bar of the remaining patrons and as we.�rere doing so, subject #2 stated he was also a bartender for thu club. In fuxther conversation with subjects 1�2 it was learned t t�2 �ra�'a parttime bartender and that he was not on duty at the time. bartender ��as in�oz�±�d that a co�:.nplaint would be forth coming charging him with violation of City Ord. 550. I' should also be noteri that as we entered the c2ub four individuals were comin out. g S�ject �1. ' � r � � � Kenneth H, Buettoher 1�-26-46 Bart ander on dart.y THIS OFFENSE IS DECLAREO: �undad rsd by Arn+t FxC�pfionslly C�eer�d I�tive (Not Cle�red) ■ ■ � � .j Subject #2, Craig T. Henderson 10-11-45 Parttime bartender (not on duty) Sauer 1-22-74 SIGNEO DAT� InvestiQeliap Officer ' SiGNED DATE CAie} or Commendinp 01f�cer , t form 1� U�ed by Officer Auiqned to a Csse to Renort P�ogrcs� After ihree end Seven Deys end Weekly Thereefter, ql�o to Reporf Si9^ii�cant Develoomen�s �rm 3 � I DEPT. _ �T1.C�10Y �i .� � � .� SUPPLENlI�WTARY I�dYESTIC ATlON REPORT cAS� rvo. 26931 _` - OffENSF �1S . Conduct COMPL,AINANT ��n' _ I VFW ADDIiIONAI DETAILS OF OFFENSE, PROGRESS OF INVESTIGATIONS, EiC. Arrived on the scene to observe a large group of people ( Approx.50) milling around the premises with no obvious intensions of leaving. It was noted that no'guard was on duty. Most people were still drinking and tempers running shart between the Club Mgr, and the wedding group. � During the course of ordering parties out of building, two fights broke out, These instances were quelled wi�.h the amount of physical force to accomplish this. In a loud voice I announced that parties remaining would be arrested. �lssista�ce from other County law �nforcen�ent agencies Maas summonedand received. By arrival time of backups, �the hall was c2eared with no further violence, only threats••occurred and all squads cleared with our thanks for their help. .� .,�,.. . ��t�ded- — - ----..._... ❑ I��r d by Mr��t � c�onslly Ciasnd 0 n�ctwe (Not Cls��ed) 0 si�NEO � Z immerman pA�� 2/ 10/ 74 Invesfipatinq Officer SIGN Ch�ef or Commend�nq Officer DATF �•��. �. v.aa oy viiicer At��9n�d to • Case to Report Proqres� Af�er Three end Sevcn Deys end Weekly Thereefter, Hlso to Report Siqnificenf Deve(opments. � � � � �� .� � � , � � � MEMO T0: City Manager and City Council FROM: Marvin C. Brunsell, Asst. City Mgr./Fin. Qir. SUBJECT: Hous� File 3258 Amending Section 179.b5, Subdivision 2, Minnesota Statutes relating to Fair Share Contributions DATE; February 21 , 1974 House File 3258 would amend the present statutes with regard to the amount of contributions required for a member of a bargining unit who has not actually joined the union. The proposed legislatiot� provides that for a full time employee in no instance would the required contribution exceed 60% of the dues of the members of the bargining unit. For part time einployees the contribution shall equal only the percen�age of the amount required for fu7l time employees who are not members of the exclusive representative equal to the percent of the time they work. This seems like an equitable solution to the problem that has arisen with several of our liquor employees. The part time employees have in some instances been required to contribute $8.00 per monih fair share while a full time regular union member oniy pays $9.00 per month. � � � � L_J , � / RESOLUTION NO.� 1974 A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING HOUSE FIE_E 3258` � RELATING TO FAI'R SHARE REQUIREMENTS FOR PUBLIC EMPLOYEES WHEREAS, Section 179.65, Subdivision 2 of Minnesota statutes provides in its present form for fair share fees for non union members of a bargaining unit, and WHEREAS in its present form the statutes seem to be iniquitable, particularly for part time employees, and WNEREAS, the proposed legislation would substantially reduce this iniquity, NOW, THEREFORE QE IT RESOLIIED BY THE CITY COUNGIL of the City of �� Fridley, that they go on r�cord as being in favor of House F�le 3258, which would amend Section 179.65, Subdivision 2, as follows: 1 The required contribution shall not exceed a pro rata share of the specific expenses incurred for services�rendered by the representative in re7ationsh�p to negotiations and administration of grievance, but in no instance shall the required contribution ' exceed 60 percent of the individual dues of inembers of the bargaining unit. Part time public employees, who are not members of the exclusive representative, shall only be required to contribute � a percentage of the dues required of the full time, nonmember employee; the percentage to b� equal to the percent of time they work. � L �I ' � � , � PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL THIS "'�"''"° °"R ��'�`rDAY OF �..� 1974. ATTEST: MARUIN C. 6RUNSELL - CITY CLERK FRANK G. LIEBL, MAYOR 4N r " ' ./�.... . . _ ._ _ _ - • � 4� .� _ ._. _ . . .___ _ _____ _ . 5,+�� s�/ ' _ . _ � i,5�97 ' ' ' .. ' � �' ptd` 54�7 . •, � i� T�;t:ouu�ad Uy. Shcrtiuood, C.Johnson, Schrcibcr; ii.l�. t:o. 325� � . .� S.Adac�s, Eckstci.n . Co�npa»ion S.'r'. .�_�.'� ' ' Fcbri:a:�• ].2th, 1974 Re�. to S. Com� ' L�;,or-,•i..r.aF;ement ltelati.o;�s . . Kc�. to Co�:�. o:l • Itcpraducc.� by P:iILI.T?S L?:G1�L.�.7'7V'r.' Sc:VI4E , . � 1 . . ,�A bt21 io�.'an, acC ; . 2 . z'e1.at;py to puk;?S.c c,r,p?.oyrnen:, labo� . 3 xelat_�ons1..rz�;hLs unc; dbJ.l4ations o` 4 e.r,plo�eesj amer.c;�,ng f�iittnesot�� sta�utes� . ' . 'S k�'l,�i Slip�;t[�ICT��".� SG•C��:�.:�i: �7�oF'J� • 6 ' � Subdlv±.:�o�� 2, • � ' . . . • �.. _ � - 7 }3:: I'a. ElJACTFiD SX TY'c. LEGTSLAi.URE OF' 'i}iE STAT'E OF 1•t1;+�`lf:SOxA� . 8 Sec�ion 3., , t�ini�eso�a SlaluCes, 1973 SUpP7.er^enx� . . . . i 9. Sec��lon i79ob5� Suhdi.vision 2� `S� amendeo to readt �. � �'" 10 Subci� ?.o � Put�lic e;�p�.cyees, shuli have the riyht Co foxn.'' � ``. j'_ � .. . � � � � . . . .. . . � +1 anc joln .Labcr or e��pi�vyea oz��anS::aLto�:s� and shall. have Lhe,.;` .. . . . _ . . . . . � �� b2 x�S.�;hi. not Lo Eor� and joSn snGh o:�3aniza�;ions, F'ublic • - '_ . _ � �' 13 e;7playees in an a�>pe c�p�•i�te unit shalZ have Lhe ri,ht by • � i �� secx•e� ;>�L1o� Lo dessqnatie �.n exc3.usive re�resentative ior . i : ' : •; � 15 i:he �.�urpose oE r,e.qritla�in� �rxevance pr�acea��res anci the � . . ��'; •: 16 .� tie`rns ar�d co7G�.Ci.cns ok empa.crymenL �o� such em�aaYe�s wlth I: . . , .��,7 the em�>1.oyei• c�: such .uns �o Excep� for .em��.�YeeN Snc�u�led Ln � , � . �: �. 18: secLZon �%9�'63r subdSVision 10� ��ausc (c), who sha}.!, be ` ,. .. ;` 19 execap� irorn conLribut:S,nq antil Janunry lr S9"15 a��lY, a�l '. ; . . � �� »o, nut7�t.c cnp�oyces Hho aro not mcrnbors af thc �Xc�,usxvc � ;; . . . . � �. �.' 21 repxesenGative may be Yequlred by saZd xepresent,aCive tp � • � -'�, . .. , �' 22 cont.rJ.bule a fair shaxe 'fee for serv�ces �endcred hy Lhe ., �-; '. 23 exclustve representative, and the eriPloyer upon notificatian '. 24 by �he excluslve representaGJ.ve of suclt employecs shall be '' �,i- . , . E' , %5 obl.lg.ited Lo chec}: o�t saJ.d fca from Chc ea1•n�nqs o� thc� � i•. �' ?.G cr�plo�cc and transmit the samc to Chc cxcJ:usive �' • ' . . . � 27 . repxesentat�,vc. —�tk—t°ct�--i -r.a�:�.:r��--�,`�+�.•�--t-k�—�yc��`•�c�d �•. � �. � � _.. . 2$ C'6:'rti:.�.u��.a.✓..�::�^•t'fi:�GOci•"�:`-�:-�.-�.w3vu'r-fi�'rc7:LU�^o•ti--��sle—GN��%:•@ ; 2� i:ni+rt:::rCU-��Si'��L1f'-�E�i--jOi.'—vc�iLJ:-GaC'f,�"•E'r).:�:°�1t"'�t�''ii...�,..�p i . . � , � . ' � � � � � � � ' . � � . 30 i' ��:�.�''.rG'i;'ivt'.circ.'' 3�;^'�£�:ctv:.•v`2t"r�4,;� -rofY"tr?t}{}{,?�.-o-�fi>i:�—�t,''�f4t� • ,' • � . . . . . . � . . ' . . � i . � � . ;...1:. . 1 . � . . . . -.-_�_-- ,_.: _ . ------� -- 4 � , . , A5�97 . • � � • . . ' . • � nrf` ;t , y, � <iu:�t::s7':�;�t-�a�;.-•�-�N.--r�j� �G;'1±:ii�C: ;a;�tf.'C'-c�:xAe� The renu.ired • . 2 cor.tributio�n sha:l not exceed � pro raL'a sh��rc of. Lhc � .� 3 s�ecS.;Ic expenses ircurrcci �o: services rende:•cd by the ... '; �} 1 e,�� 2:sei;t;�Y.ive i�� i et�a�Zor.sh5.p Lo neqotlaLicns a�7d . . ' 5 adralntstraLlqn o: rrievanr.e, but in no it,stir.cc shall thc� <' ......_.�....... ....�...._......._�.�..._..._..._�_ ................._�._,..�...M..�....._�....__...___._..._......, . ;' ' b.:eq�ired ca;��ri�ut�cn exceeci 60 pexcerC oL t"e indivi�luaJ. ' �_ 7 duc:� otµ`embC'7'SV G.. tihe, barr,�an�ny unit� Par. t Cirne putlic • , , 8 e;�.ployees, v;ho ai°c nat mer,hers oi Che exc�usit'e '; 9 repz�r.se;,taY,J.VL� sh<�J,3. �or,l:f Yle �e�uib'ed to cqntribuCC �� :� ,�____�»_._,_..._..�._._....._._...�...._..�........._......�.�...�... ...._�._.,...�.�,y..,...a..w........,,._...y..._........ , � i0 pexcen�a�le o� Lhe d�Les rccuf:~�c3 �o£ the fu?.J, tl.;r,c, .nor�r�r rber ` � 11 e:.�p?.cyce, °„he perccnt7e�e' to be equal to L`he E��i�renE. o: ti� e�•� ' i .. �..._...a..............o.,..�.� ,.....,...m..,.,�.�, � ...,.....a ...�...M........ � � 2 Chey vro�'} � . . a,.....�_,�._..,w, . ; . .- . , . .� . •i: � .. i. . . � . . . . . . . 1 .. . . j. . � ; . . - . . . �. • . .. � . : � •. . _ _; , . �: � . 11 . . , . . . . . ' • . :i . . . , . . . . ' , ' � ,' .... ' . :. ' i '.� � , . '� � , .. , . . . � ,. .. ' ,�?- � ' . • . . ' � � , � _- � ' . � . � � � . ..� . . � , . � . . � � - . .. : . ., � � . .. � . , � ' � . � • , . � . . . . i . . .. . , , . .. . . . . . . . .,_ . , _ . . . . . . � . � : . � . �, { :', ' ' . . . . . . . . . ... . � � . .. � .. . . . . . . . � . . . ' . � ' . . . � , , • ?: . ' . . � � . � . � . , � . , x ' . . � ' � � . � ' , ' • . ' . ' . , � , ' , � . . . . . . ' ' - ; , _ . . .� � ' , � i . . . . . , . . � . � � . . � . . � � RESOLUTION N0. � -�— , A RESOLllTION APPROVING A COST SHARING AGREEMF:NT BE'T6VEEN THE CITY OF FRIDL�Y AND ANOKA COUNTY FOR 'I'f;E IMPROVEP�IENT OF MISSISSIPPT STREET BETtiVEEN CENTRAI, AVENUE N.E. AND STINSON BOULEVARD � � � � � ' � iVHEREAS, the County oi Anoka has approved t}�e incorporation into its County Highway System of Mississippi Street from Central Avenue N.E, to Stinson Boulevard; and .oVHEREAS, the City of Fridley is willing to undertake the improve- ment of Mississippi Street wi�thin the City; and iVHEREAS, the project is beneficial to the County, and for this reason the County has expressed a willinoness to enter into a financial arrangement with the City whereby certain portions of said project will be paid for under tl�e terms of the attached a.greement dated February 12, 1974. N01V; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, By the City Counczl of the City of Fridl.ey that the Agreement setting forth such terms and con- ditions for the improvement of this roadway is found to be in t3ie best interest of the City of Fridley and the hlayor and City Manager are hereby ordereci and directed to execute said agreement in the name of the Czty of Fridley., � ADOPTED �3Y THE CITY CdUNCIL OF E CITY OF PRTDLEY TE�IS �} �,� � DAY OF ��• , 1974. � , ATTEST: ' MARVIN C. BRUNSELL - CITY CLERK �I II � � i J FRANK G. LIEBL - MAYOR � SA "� A G R E E M E N T By and Between the City of Fridley and the County of Anoka THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into this Z-�'' day of ��_, 1974, by and betoaeen the City of Fridley, State of Minnesota, acting by and through its City Council, hereinafter referred to as "City"; and the County of Anoka, 5tate of Minnesota, hereinafter referred to as "County"; . WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the County has approved the incorporation into its County Highway System of the following road: Municipal State Aid street No. 304, commonly known as Mississippz Street, from Central Avenue N. E. to Stinson Boulevard, within the City, and; WHEREAS, the City is willing to undertake a project for the improvement of Mississippi Street within the City, and; WHEREAS, the pro�ect is beneficial to the county, and for this reason the County has expressed a willingness to enter inta a financia� arrangement with the City whereby certain portions of said project will be paid for by the County in the amounts set forth in the body of this agreement, and; WHEREAS, both the County and the City believe that it is for the best interests of the people that said project and improvement be conducted on a cooperative and joint basis; NOW, THEREFORE, it is mutually stipulated and agreed: l. That the City will pass a resolution requesting the Minnesota Highway Department to revoke M.S.A.S. No, 304, commonly known as Mississippi Street, from Central Avenue N. E. to Stinson Boulevard, within the City, from its Municipal State Aid system. 2.� That the City will prepare the plans and specifications for the improvement project, which plans and specifications will be subject to the review and approval of the County Engineer prior to the pul�lication and advertising of the project. 3. That the estimated cost of the improvement project is $260,966.47, which cost is to be shared by the City and County as follows: FRTDLEY Percent Paving 0.0 Curbing 50.0 Storm Sewer 84.9 Sidewalk 100.0 Total Construction 57.4 Total Tmprovement%� Cost 0.00 $ 7,969.08 115,580.00 10,058.00 133,607.08 $149,639,93 ANOKA COUNTY Percent Cost Total 100.0 $ 70,847.62 $ 70,847.62 50.0 7,969.08 15,938.16 15.1 20,582.00 136,162.00 0.0 0.00 10,058.00 42.6 99,398.70 233,OQ5,78 $111,326.54 $260,966.47 �� %� 1?_% Estimated Engineering Cos-ts 4. That the County and City agree that work performed on the improvement project shall be on a unit price basis in accordance with the Minnesota Department of Highways "Standard Specifications for Highway Construction" of January 1, 1972. 5. That the City will perform the necessary Engineering work and will provide an aceounting ot the actual Engineering Costs for the improvement project at the comple±ion of the projeet for the rev.�ew and approval of the County Engineer. 6. That the County shall pay the following percentages of costs incurred for the applicable necessary Engineering work: Paving - 100%, Curbing - 500, and Storm Sewer - 15.1%. -2- G' I � - I ' ' i 7. That the City shall advertise for bids on the improvement project and select a competent contractor to construct the improvement, which bidding results and contractor are subject to the review and approval of the County Engineer and the County Board of Commissioners prior to the selection of a competent contractor. 8. That upon completion of the work being performed with reference to said improvement, a determination shall be made by the City Engineer as regards the final payment due on said improvement, which final payment is subject to the review and approval of the County, and the County shall then pay to the City Treasurer of the City, its proportionate share of said final cost. 9, That the County shall make a one time lump sum payment on or after April l, 1975, for its share of the actual project expense upon completion of the review and approval process contained in clause 8 above. 10. That the City agr�es not to levy special assessments for the improvement project for project costs assumed by the County pursuant to this Agreement. 11. That upon completion of the improvement and the acceptance of the improvement by both the County and the City and the final payment made therefore by the City to the respective contractors, which shall have the approval of the County, then these conditions having been met and completed, they shall serve as an indication that the Agreement has been performed in full and shall be binding then r ' upon both the City and the County and will serve as a final release of any and all_ liabilities between the City and the County. 12. That said aforementioned agreement shall beeome binding and effective on approval by resolution adopted by the Council of the City of Fridley, Minnesota, by approval of the proper officers of the Anoka County Board of Commissioners. -3- 5C .� � ., IT IS FURTHER UNDEFSTOOD AND AGREED: 1. That it is projected that it will not be necessary to acquire any additional right-of-way for the implementation and completion of this improvement project. 2. That in the event it becomes necessary to acquire additional right- of-way for this improvement project, the total cost of acquisition of such rigl�t-of-way shall be assumed by the City. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, the parties have executed this agreement by their duly authorized officers and caused their respective seals to be hereunto affixed. RECONMEND APPROVAL: City Engineer (CITY SEAL) RECOMMEND PPROVAL: �,{, � . Lundheim, County Engineer ATTEST: � . ��-�� ' �- �� Charles R. Leiebvre, "ounty Auditor ��_ � �a .� , �� (COUNTY SEAL� CITY OF FRIDLEY Frank G. Liebl, Mayor City of Fridley Nasim M. Qureshi, City Manager City of Pridley COCNTY OF ANOKA � 9 C .,�,.�, ,� _ ert A. Kordiak, Chairman Anoka County Board of Commissioners - 4- 5D F� RESOLUTION N0. � A RESOLUTION APPROVING AGRtiE�1HNT BETtiVEEN COUNTY OF ANOKA AND CITY OF FRIDLEY FOR THE b1AINTENANNCE OF RICE CREEK ROAD BETWEEN CENTRAL AVENUE N.E. AND STINSON BOULEVARD VVHEREAS, the County of Anoka has approved the incorporation into its County tiighway System of Mississippi Street from Central Avenue N.E. to Stinson BouZevard; and WHEI2�AS, the acquisition of this section of Mississippi Street by Anoka County is in the best interests of the City of Fridley; and WiIEREAS, in conjunction with the acquisition of Mississippi Street the City of Fridley agrees to do the snowplowing and other general maintenance of Rice Creek Road from Central Avenue N.G. to Stziison Boulevard according to the terms•of the attached agreement dated February 12, 1974. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Fridley agrees to the conditions for maintenance of Rice Creek Road as laid out and stipulated by Anoka County in the attached agreement. BE IT FURTHER RGSOLVED, that the Mayor and City 64anager of the City of Fridley are hereby authorized and directed to execute and transmit to the County of Anoka such agreement. ADOPTED BY '�[-I.F� CITY COUNCIL OF TIiE CITY OF FRIDLEY f � TIiIS � '� DAY OP � , 1�74. ATTEST: MARVIN C. BRUNSELL - CITY CLERK FRANK G. LIEBL - MAYOR � ■ . , ' .. � • �1 A G R E E M E N T By and Between the City of Fridley and the Caunty of Anoka THIS AGREEt�27T, made and entered into this � Z rh day of ^�,z�,�, 1974, by and between the City of Fridley, State of Minnesota, acting by and Lhr�ough its City Council, hereina�tt�r referred to as "City"; and the County of Anoka,.State of Minnesota, horeinafter reforrecl ta as "County"; WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the Cou.nty has appraved the incorporatian into its County Highway System of the fo].lo;�ing road: Municipal State Aid street No. 304, commonly kno�rn as t3is�issippi. Street, from Central Av�nue N. E. to Stinson Boulevard, within the City, and; WFi�F2EAS, the City is willing tio undertake a project for the improvement af Mis3issippi Street within the City, and; HHEREAS, the project is betteficial to the county, and for this reason the Coun�y has eApressed a willingness to ent�x� into a f.inancial arrangeme�t with the Ci.ty wher�by certain portions af said project will be paid for by the County, a:�d; T3HEREAS, both the CounCy and the City believe that it is for the best interests ot the people.that said praject and improvement be conducted on a cooperative and joint basia; NOW, THEREFQRE, it is mutually stfpulated and a�reed: l. That in conjunction with tha County Aaquisition of Mississippi Street from Central AvenuQ N. E. to Stinson Boulevard, the City agrees to sno=,,rploa and �enarally matntain R3ce Creek Road from Central Avenu� N. E. ta Stinson Boulevard. 2. That the City shall maintain said portion of Rice Creek Road in accordance with maintenance atandards for state-aid roads established by the hiinnesota Departrnent of Highways. � •. 3. That the City shall maintain and erect signs and traffic control devices along said porti�n of Rice Creek Road in accordance with the F?innesota Department of Highways 1°Manual on Uniform Traffic Contml Davices." IhT TES'TIMONY F7itERF.OF, the parties have execu-ted this agreement by their duly authorized officErs and caused their respective seals to be hereunto afgixed. RECOMMEND Ai'PROVAL: Gifiy Engineer (CITY SEAL) RECQt•ft�iEND PPROVAL • a / � ^-1:s4L�aY.��...�,.�.. . J. Lundhezm, County En�ineer ATTEST: Charles R. l,sfebvre, County Auditor (COUNTY SEAL) CITY OF FRIDI,�Y Frank G. Lieb1, Mayor City of Fridley 23asim r1. Qureshi, City ?fana�er City of Fridley - COUNTY OF ANOKA �� ; /I�-�� . A ert A. Kordiak, Chairman Anoka County IIoard of Commissioners -7- � , ' , , ' , ' , � ' ' , � ' � ' � ' ' � RESOLUTION N0. RESOLUTIO:V QRDERING INiPROVEMENT AND FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFI- CATIQNS AND �STIMATES OF COSTS THEREOF: t1'ATER, SANITARY SE1dER AND STORM SEFVER IMPROVENI�NT PROJECT #114, ADDENDUM #1 � WHEREAS, Resolution No. 10-1974 adopted on the 7th day of January, 1974 by the City Counc�l, set the date for hearing on the pr�posed improvements, as specifically nated in the NoLice of Hearing attached hereto for reference as Exhibit "A", and WHEREAS, a11 of the property owners whose property is liable to be assessed with the �iaking o� these improver�ents (as noted in said Notice) were given ten (10) days notice �y mail and published notice of the Council Hearing through two (2) weekZy nut�lications of the required notice, and the hearing was held and the property owners heard thereon at the hearing as noted in the said notice. NOW, THEREFO�E, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Council of the City of F'ridley, Anoka County, Min�zesota as follows: 1. That the following improvements proposed by Cauncil Resolution.No, 10-1974 are hereby ordered to be effected and com.�leted as soon .as reaso:�ably possible,to wit: , tVater, Sanitary Sewer, Mains $ Laterals £� Service Connections,,Storm Sewer F� Drainage Facilities � Rela.ted Appertenances;. to serve the following properties: The area bounded by 78th Avenue N.�., 79th Avenue N.E., Beech Street and the Burlington Northern Railroad ' 2. That work to be performed under this project may be performed under one or more contracts as may be deemed advisable upon receipt of bids. � 3. That the �:ity Engineer, Nasim i�1. Qureshi, and the City's Consultinn Engineer� are hereby designated as the Engineers for this imnrovement. They shali prepare final plans and specifications for the making of such iAnprovement. � T / � \ ADOP'I'ED BY THE CI':"Y COUIvCIL OP THE GIT'Y OF FRIDLEY THIS = DAY OF � , � — 1974. ATTEST: CITY CLERK - Mr'�RVlti C. BRUNSELL MAYOR - FRANK G. LIEBL % a ��_ � , w.�_M _.o.. _._�_ _. j r�w�+;�c� ` �� . �� ;�. a �.: ��.�� : +% ; '•, , I.. , .°...`` _.. . .. . , F. _. . y-�,�„r.._....�._x _..«„�,..�..�»,..�.._�..�.. ..H.-�w.. � I�� ' � , ' Offiee of - � � ANO.I�A C�Ul�7'Y ATTO.R1irEY R1r. Va.rgi,l C, Hexrick Attoxn�.y at Law 6279 Unzversity Avenue N. E. Fr�.dJ.ey, I��iinnesota 55432 ROBERT W.JOHNSON February 13, 1974 Re: KI11�T�1t vs. City of Fri,dley� and Charles R. Lefebvre, Anoka County Auditor District Court File #36487 Deax I�9x, l�errzck: $ � COURT HOUSE ANOKA, MINN. 55303 Telephone: Area code 612�dZ1-4760 Puxsuant to our telephone conversati,on of Febxuaxy 1, 1974, regard�.ng , the above ca�tioned matter, I am enclosing a co�y of the Sta,pulation �or Se�tlement and Dismissal o� the Y.night Petition for DeclaratoxY Judgment and the City o� Fxidley Cross-Clai,m. ' � ' 1 ' ' � l_ J If t.ze Sti�ulation meets tivxtli your a�pxoval, please notify me and � ��rz11 axxange for the signing and filing of tl�e origi,nal. If �ou have any c�uestions or problems xeoarding tlie Stipulation, please contact me. A co�y o� the Stipulation has also been sent ta i�1x. Miller �or his review, EIIi� ; S V t L'•nc. Sincerely, ��'�;� Haxold H. Sheff As�i,stant Anoka Courity Attoxney� _ ` STATi� OF DiII�iNESOTA COi ,�YTY OF AMOI�.A Druyor A. Knig:ht and Fiary M. Kni�ht, Petitioaers, -vs- Cfty of Fridley, a �funicipal Corporat3.on, and Cherlea R. Le%bvre, Anoka County Auditor, T?e fondartts . UZSTRICf COU�T TE:NTt! JUDICIAL DISTRICT STIPULP.TIC�f FO? SETTLEMEtIT AND DISMISSAL OF PETITION FaR DECLAR4TORY JUllG,'�IEPtT AND CR05S-CLAIH District Court Fi2e �36487 FdHEREAS, Druyor A. Kni�;ht antl Hary �i. l:ni�ht purchased fmm Charles R. Lefe+bvx�, kir.oka County Audi.tor, ths folla�aing tax forfeit property: Le�al D��c�tic�n Date o� Contrr�ct Amount Paid Lot 6. B�.ock 3, FiarcM 30, 1�371 $2,052.95 Eflgawater Garciens Lot 11, Hlock 3, M�rc17 30, 1971 $1,027.k0 Edg¢water Gardons f�HERF.AS, the Ca.ty af �'ridiey, before �ortoitiure of said Lot 6 and said Lot 11, had as�e�aQd sp�cial r�sQSSmQnts mgainst said Lat 6� in the sum of $2,O1G.14 anci �.gminst saici Lot 11, in the swa of $2,110.32; and WHER�AS, Charl.as R. I.�febvra, Anaka County Auciitor, in ap�ortioning the net proceeds fxom �he s�le of �a1d Lot F� and aaid Lot 11, fsiled to apportfon safd net prac�e�� in accord�nce �rith t�inn. Stat. 262.08 to the Citq of E'ridloy for unpaid pre-for�eitu� special assessments; and h'HEftF.AS, the said pre-forfeitur� special a��e�smenta �rere rdcerfiified against aatd Lot 6 and €aid I,ot 11 by the City of Frid2ey tA Charlea R. Lefebvre, Anoka County Auditor, for co2lection; and .� � � � . ' ' � - ' � � � , � i� - ' � , ' . � . . . 'WH£F.�,AS, Druyar A. Kni�Y�t and 33ary i�2. Kni�ht hav� petit�onod the llistrict Caurt far poclaratory Juogme:it.dgains� Ueten�ant G3ty of Fridley gnd llefendant Charles R. I.�efebvra, Anoka County Anditor; and idH�I�AS, D4fendant, City o� Fridley has fil�d � cross-claim againsC Uei4ndant,•Ch�rla� n. Le.f�bvre, Anok� Cnunty Auciitar; and WIiERFiAS, the parties to the ai�ove actians ha�a agreed to settle►nent; 2i0W, THERE;FqRE, a3E IT STIPULRTF.D ARD AisZEEI7 TiiAT s . 1. The ttaid p�tition of Druyor A. Kni�ht and Afary M. Kni�ht far Dac2aratory Judgc,ent against th� DsfQndants, City of �'rid2ey and Char2es R. LefQbvz�e, AnoJca County Auditor, is t��reby dismissed, csaah party to pay hia own costs and disbursement� anrl no coats ar �lisbur3emsnts ahall be taxed. 2. 2::ze eaid cro3a-cl�ini of D��ndant Citz} af i`ridley against 1?efendant Chzur2es R. Le�ebv-re. �naka CountS• Auditor, iE hereby dismissed, eacR party to �ay his c,wn costs and disl�urserr.c�nts and no costs or diabursements ahall be tax�d. 3. Pursuant ta th� r�quir�m�nta of Aiinn. Stn�. 2&2.07, Def�ndant Charles F�. Lefebvre, Anoka Caur�ty Auclitor, heraby a�r�es to str3ke and canc�l f-ra�n hi� records pz�-forf�iture special as�es�roents of the Citp og Fridley a� folJ.aws: �al 3iescriptaon Sneci�l �a�ess�n�nt� ._ ._��__..___....�. Lo�t 6, isl4ek 3, Water and �ewsr M;ain $ 69 .60 Edgeuater Gamdssns Water and S��ra�r Lateral l,l?S.G2 StraQt Surfacing � 531.24 T�TAL: $2,UI6.14 Lot 11, Dlock 3, Kater � Sewer M�in v 99.63 Ed�ewater Gardcsna Water E Sewer Latieral 1,3G3.13 Sheat SurFacing 647.5� TOTAL : t 2 ,110 . 3? 4. Pur:suant to the requirements.of Nfinn. Stat. 282.07. Defendant City of Fridley hsraby agz�ees to atrike and cancel from the recox�s the above statad pre-farfeiture special. assessmonta, and furtt;er agrees aot to reaertify the aforc�ntioned special assea�ments. -2- ' . 5. Pur�uant to the rectuirements of �:inn. Stafi. 2fl2.OFs, Charles R. L�fabvre, Anoka County f�udito:, her�by a�r�ses to pay to D�Fendant Cify of £7r�dley on the apportfonment of net �roceeds fram the next salo of tax forfRit lancl the *'ollexiny: Legal Arnount tSet PrQ-forfeit Deseri�..�tio:n P�ic� Prace�.ad:: �ecials w La� 6, Block 3 52,65?..45 $1,559.21 $2,016.14 �dgewater � G.ardens I.ot 11, �31oC!c 3;'1,02'7.i�0 y Q7�3.9]. $2,1.14.32 Ed�ewat�� G�rde:ns DA�D : COtJ23TY OF fL2�OK1� July 31, 1973 ApportionA,ent to City of Fridle� $324.49 S15S.59 : Amount Due to CSty af FY�idla.� $1,534.72 $ 723.22 `�y.� i-l�rQld H � �heff. l;��i.af�nt �+nok� �aunty Attorn�y Attorn�y for De�fen�ant, Ct�ar2es R. Lefebvre CITY OF Fr�iDT,f:,Y g3'___,,,. Vir€;�l G. t:�rricic fittarney For De�c�ndant, Cfty of Fridlep f279 L'niversity Avenue tS. £. Frid].ey, :�innesata 55432 �;EYER, NEL50N 6 MILLER �y.... Itabert J. tiill.er Attornay for f'�titionars 3735 N. Hi ;haay 52 Fobbinsdale, tiinnesota 55422 -3- ' I I � � ' , , ' � � i I � � �� I ' � � LAW OFFICES WEAVER, TALLE � HERRICK GHARLES R.WEAVER HERMAN L.TALLE VIRG�I. C.HERRICK ROBERT MUNNS JAMES D, GIBBS WILI.IAM K. GOODRICH THOMAS A.GEDDE JEFFREY P, HICKEN Mr. Nasim Qureshi, Ci tr� Manager City of Fridley 6431 University Avenue N.E. Frid.Zer�, M.innesota 55432 Dear Nasim: February 12, ,I974 �� . , l�f :!! �.. 316 EAST MAIN STREET ANOKA, MINNESOTA 55303 421-5413 6279 UNIVEFi51TY AVENUE N.E. FRIDIEY, MINNESOTA 55432 560-3B50 FIRST STATE BANK BUIIDING COON RAPIDS,M�NN.55433 755-1330 Re: Suburban Engineering Inc. This letter is to advise you that I xecently met with Dan Howard, adjuster for Suburban �ngineerinq`s bonding company. As you wi.Z1 recall, we had a previous meeting with the principals of Suburban � and Mr. Howard. The more recent meeting was a follow-up on that dis- cussion. Mr. Howard made a settlement proposal which I indica�ed that I would pass on to the Fridley Council. He has proposed �hat �he City of Frid.Ze� pa� Suburban Engineering the axnount of the claim for addition- a1 services, which I believe to be abou� $21,000.00. In return, he has indicated that the bonding companz� wouZd contribute $5,OQ0.00 to the citz� for their claim of negligence on the part of Suburban Engineering. I would request that you put this matter on the next council agenda and you and I can make our recommendations to the council on this proposal. VCH/j1h 5incerely, / , ,: ..� � " ,, );'' �; . , y:, ; �, �� . l �, K � I '� � � -„'�""'�`'"'�✓...- y. \ Virgil C. Herrick E �. 10 CITY OF FRIDLEY MEMORANDUM T0: NASI��1 M. QURESHI, CITY MANAGER, AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: MARVIN C. BRUNSELL, ASST. CITY MGR./FIN. DIR. SUBJECT: POLICE CONTRACT DATE: FEBRUARY 12, 1974 The attached Police Contract for the year 1974 provides for a salary of $1,039 per month for top patrolmen after three years of service. In addition, employees hired prior to July 1, 1972 are eligible for up to $75 per month longevity after fifteen years of service. Those hired after July 1, 1972 are eligible for educational credit pay of up �o $72 per month for four years of college. Those patrolmen hired prior to July 1, 1972 can elect to come under this program rather than longevity. The total base pay was negotiated on an area wide basis and provides for an increase of approximately 7.1%. The major difference in the contract is that the patrolmen will be going on a 40 hour work week rather than a 372 hour ��ork week. This 40 hours may be made up, partially of training time, etc., and will not necessarily be all regular shift duty. In return the patrolmen will be paid time and one-half for working holidays. They wi11 be on the same holiday schedule as other City employees. I recommend the City Council autho�ize the ��layor.and City Manager to sign the cantract. � � RESQLUTION N0. G� 1y74 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A(dD Al1THORIZIPJG SIGNING THE AGREEMENT � ESTI�BLISHING WQRKING CONDITION� WAGES AND HOURS OF EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY POLICE DEPARTh9ENT FOR THE YEAR 1974 (PATROLMEN) � � ' WHEREAS, Minnesota Teamsters Public and Law Enforcement Employees Union Local No. 320, as bargaining representative of the Patrolmen of the City of Fridley PoTice Department, has presented to the Council of the City of Fridl�y various requests reiating to the working conditions, wages and hours of employees of the Police Department of the City of Fridley, and WHEREAS, The City of Fridley has presented variaus requests to the '. Union and to the employees relating io working conditions, wages and hours of employees of the Po7ice Department of the City of Fridley, and � WHEREAS, Representatives of the Union and the City have met and negotiated regarding the requests of the Union�and the City, and WHEREAS, Agreement has naw been reached between representatives of � the two parties on the proposed changes in the exisiing contract between the City and the Union. � � � � � ' � � � NOW, THEREF.ORE, BE IT RESOLVED, 8y the City Council that the P�ayor and the City Manager are hereby authorized to execute the attached Agreement (Exhibit A) relating to working conditions, wages and hours �� of Patrolmen of the City of Fridley Police Department. PASSED AND ADOPTEQ � THE CITY COUNCIL OF TH CITY OF � FRTQLEY THIS �� DAY OF , 1974• ATTEST: CITY CLERK - MARVIN C. BRUNSELL � ' MAYQR - FRANK G. LIEBL .�0 A � �.1�.�OI� .I�GREEM�N�' B�Tti�IFEN CITY OF FRi�LEY y ;��. ,��y� � � .., r' K � �j r�r : ;. � � � � �. -. , � u' ft C�',. , �1.ND MII�N�SOT�. 'I'�_Ail(ISTEI�S PUFLIC .�.I�7D L�1�V ENFORCE;�ZENT EIVIPLC)Y�J�S' UNION� LOCAL �YO. �320 9 �o � ARTICI..,E I PUFPOSE O�` AGRE:C�'��7T � �' - ,rr' !.� � ' � �� 4: This AGRE�A�iI�;I�7T i�s entered into as of �'�" ��'-� `� �� betvtreen - - , The Ci ty of Fri �il �y � hereinafter called the En'iPLOYER and . , , , the n2II��LSOTA T��.MSTERS PU�3LIC AND LAti�T ENFORCEM�NT E112PLO�YE�S' � UNION, LUC.A.L NO. 320, liereinafter called the UI�TIO�T. � .. . : . . It is t��e i.ntent and purpose of thi.s •.I�.GS�EEMEN'I' i:o: � ` 1.1 .�.ssure soui�d and mui;ually beneficial �vorking and econonzic ., � relationships bet�ve�n the Farties hexeto; 1. 2 Establish procedures for 1:h� resolution of dispuies concerning . 1 thi.s AG�EEI1-'TE1TT'S interpretati.on aaid%or application; an�i � • �: 3 Place in tivritten forrn the parties' ag�eem.ent upon terms ancl 1 coz�ditioiis of cr�iployzneilt for ihe durai:ian of this 1�GI�T��i��T�1TrI', The L�1�IPL0�'I�R and the UNIOI�Y fihrouUh i:his 1�.GPLL111LNT shall coiiti.nue ti;heir dedication to i:lie hi�he�t; qualii:y�pol�ce service ailci protection to tlle � • xesidents of the City of �ridl�y :.�oth partics reco�nizc tl�i.s nGIi�l,i1-TT;i�`� ' as a pled�;e of tliis cledicativn. , � i � 0 — -z- 1 � � ' . • APTICLE TI HF.'COG1\7ITIQN . IO C I' � 2. 1 'The EMPLOY�R reco ni.zes the T�I�'ION as the eaclusive r� resentative � P , � �, under Minnesota Statutes, Secti.on 179. 71, Subdivision 3, for all police . personnel in the follo�ving job classifications: ' 1. pol i ce Off i ce�° �. , . , . 2. 2 In ihe event the EMPLOYER a.nd ihe T�NION are unable to agree as � '� • to the inclusion c�r exclusion of a ne�,=r or modified job class, the ' . issue shall be subznitted i:o the Bur. eau of Mediaiion Services for . . determination. ' . - � , . . - � . . � � ARTICLE IIr ]�EFINITI0IS , _ . � ' 3. 1 UI�TION: The 112innesota Teaxnsters Public and Lav1 Enforcement � ' . Employees' Union, Lc7cal I�TO. 320. � � 3. 2 U\TION l��MriER: A memUcr of the Min,nes�ta Tea�nsiers Public � • and 7.�aw Enforcemenf Em.ployees' Union, Local No. 320. ' 3. 3 E�ZPLOYEE: A member of the exclusively recogni.zecl bargaininb � ' un�i:. 3. 4 DEP.t�RTI��T�NT: The City of Fridley Police Depari:ment. � 3.5 Ei1�IPLOYER: Thc City of Fridley. � , r • , 3.6 CHIEF -,'�SS`i�. CITY ��GR./PU3LIC �AFETY DIR.. Of the �ity of Fridley. , ' 3. 7 UI�TIOI�7 Ol� I�ICLIi: O:fficer electcd or appointed Uy tlie Minnesota ' Teamstcrs Public and LZ�v Lnforcemeni: �in1�loyecs' Union, Lacal � � No. 32.0. . . � . , . . . � t -3- � 10 D 3.8 OVERTIME: Work performed at the express authorization of the EMPLOYER in excess af the employee's scheduled shift. 3.9 SCHEDULED SHIFT: A consecutive �NOrk period inc7uding two rest breaks and a lunch break. � 3.10 REST BREAKS: Two periods during ihe SCHEDUtED SHIFT during which the • employee remains on continual duty and is responsible for assigned duties. 3.11 LUNCH aREAf.: A period during the SCt{EDULED SHIFT during which the employee remains on continual duty and is responsible for assigned duties. 3�.12 STRIKE: Concerted action in fai1ing to report far duty, the willful � absence from one's position, the stoppage of wof°k, slot�r-down, or abstinence in whole or in part from the full, fai�hful and proper performance of the � duties�of employment for the purposes of �inducing, influencing or coercing a change in the conditions or compensation or the rights, privileges or obligat-ions of employment. 3.13 BASE RATE OF PAY: The Employee's mon�;hly rate of pay exclusive of longevity or any other special allowances. 3.14 COMPENSATORY TIME: Time off during the employee's regularly scheduled work scr�edule equal in time to overtime worked. � 3.15 SEVERANCE PAY: Payment made to an employee upon honorable separa�;ion of .. employment. � ARTICLE IV Ef�1PL0YER SECURITY 4.1 The.UNION agrees that during the life of this AGREEMENT it will not cause, encourage, participate in or support any strike, slow-down or other interruption of or interference with the normal functions of the EMPLOYER. -, � -- � : � .. '_ l0E '� �. 2 Any employce who enga�es i:n a strike may have his (her) , � appoin�:ment dr employznent terzninated by the �RZPLOYER effective the date the violation first occurs.; Such iermination shal.l be effective upon �rri.l:ten notice served upon the employee. An employee �vho is absent from ai�y portion of his work assignznent �xriihout permission, or who abstai.ns �vholly or� i.n part from i;he full performance of his duties �=rithout perxnission from lus (her) LMPLOY�I� on the date or dates tvhen a strilce occurs is prima facie prestzmed to have engaged ,in a strike on such date or dates. An employee who knoliringly st.rilces and whose exnpJ.oyment has been terminated for such action �:Zay, subsequent i;o such violaiion, be appointed or xeappoint�d or einployed or re�mploycd, Uut tlie eznplos�ee sliall be on probation for _ � . ttivo years �vith respect 1:0 �uch civil sexvzce staius, tenure of employment, or contract of employment, as he (she) xnay have theretofore Ueen entiiled. - I�To emplos�ce sliall Ue enti.i;led to any claily pay, �va;es or per diem for �:he aay5 OTl 1'4rhicli lie (she) en�abe.d in a strike, AR'rICLr: V E1�7PLOi'7�R 11L1TJIOliITI' 5. 1 The EiV1PL,C7�.'LIi retains t�1e full and unrestricteci ri�lii; io operate and manage all zilanpo�vcr, facili.ties, and �C�U1(�I11C11�:; to est;ablish � fuaicti.ons and pro�rains; to sct a�id lmczld bud�cts; to d�termine t the utili•r.aiion of tcchnolo�;y; to estal�lish anci mociif�� ihe oz'b1211'/.:a.�;1011al � � l0F � , . . structure; to select, direct, and determine the r�umUer of personnel; • to establish work schedu.les, and to perform any i.nl�erent managerial funciion not specifically I�mited by this �.GR�LR�IVT. 5. 2 ,�.ny ierm and condition of em�lo3Tinent not speeifically establishecl or modified by tl�is AGRELI�ZENT shall remain solely wii:hin ihe di.scretion of i:he EMPLOYER to modif��, estaUlish, or eliminate. �.RTICLE ljI UNION SFCLIRIT�' � 6.1 The EMPL�Y�R shall deduct from thE z�ages of. employees Svho autharize such a deduction in �vriting an amount neeessary to - cover xnonthly �]NION dues. Such monies shall be remi-itecl as di.rected by the vn�zorr. . � 6. 2 The UNION may clesignate employees from the bargaining unit to act as a ste�vard and an alternate and shal� inform ihe �1l7PLOYER � in ti�vri.ting of such choice and �hanges i�n i;he position o� ste��ard and /or aliernal:e. ' � 6. 3 The EMPLOYER shall make space avai.lable on the emplvyee bullei:in boar.d for posting UNiOlV notice(s) and announcemeni:(s). ' 6. 4 The tTl\ION agrees to indemnify and hold ihe �MPLOYER harmless againsl: any and all claims, suit��, orders, or judgmenis brought or issuec� a�ainst tl�e E1��IPLOI'Efi as a resuli; of any action iaken or not i:al.en by tlie I�lI�iPLOYEP under thc provisi.ons of 1:his .f�rticle. 0 � 1 ' ARTICLE VII EMPLOYEL �IGII�I'S - GI�ILVANCE PROC�DURE 7. 1 I�T�FII\?ITJOI�T OI�' L� GRIE�j�1I\YCE S A grievance is defined as a dispute or disabreexneni as to the � interpretatian or appli.cati.on of the specific ferms and canditions , ' of this AG�REEl��ZFNT. 7. 2 UNION R� PR rS�I�TTATIVES , - ' , 10 G The EM�?L�Y�R �vi.11 recognize REPPES�NT�ITIVES designai:ed 1_y the UI��`ION as i:he.�rri.evance represc:nt�i:ives of the bargaining unit having ihe duties and responsibilities established by this � Ariicle. ., The Ui\TION shall. notify the EMPL�YER in �vriiing of the � names of such Ul��ION PEYRESEI�TTATIVES and .of i;heir successors ' ., I , .' ' 1 ' ' , � ' vrhen so designated as provided by 6. 2 of th9.s AGREEMENT, 7. 3 PROCESSII�TG OI' 1� GRI�VANCF Ii is reco��ized and accepted by tlie UI�TION and the EMPLOYEr ihat the processing of grievances as hex�einafter provi.ded is lixni.ted by fhe job duties and r. esponsibi:lities of the EMPL0�1'E�S and shall i:herefore be accomplishcd during normal tivarking hours .only whe7� consisient ��vith sucli EMPLOYEE duti.es ancl responsibilities. The aggri.eved �l\�PLOYLP and a UNIO�T PLPRF�S�N`r1�TIV� sha11 be allo�ved a reasonat�le amouiYl: or time lvithoul; loss in �ay when a grievance is investi�;ate.d and pz�esentc�d to ihe I�n�1PLOYLR durin� normal �vorki.ilg liours p� ovidecl i:hat �:hc EIVIPLOYTJ�.J and the UNIOI�T REPRI�SJ�i�TT�1'1'IVL Ilave no+ificd anc3 recci.ved tlie approval of the desi�;natecl supervisor v.�lio has c�etermined that stich absence is reasonaLle ancl �vould not Uc dctrimenl:a] to th� �vork pro�rams of the I:l'II'T�OYI�Ii. �_ . 7.4 ProCrnvr�r . � Grievarices, as defined by Section 7.1, shall be resolved i.n con- formance �vith the folloti��in� procedure: Step l. An EMPLOYLE clai.minb a violation concernin� the i�nterprei;ati.on or application of this AGRET�n�NT shall, �riihin t�vezity-one (21) calendar days after such alleged violation has occurred, present such grievanc� to i:he EA7PLOYEE'S supervisor as designated by the EMPLOY�F. The �1l2PLOYER-ctesi�*naied representative «r�ll di.scuss and give an ans�ver io such Step 1 grievance wi�thin ten (10) calendar days after recei.pi:. A. grievance not resolved in Step 1 and appealed i:o Step 2 shalJ. be placed in writing setting forth 1;11e nature of ihe brievance, the facts on which ii: is based, i.he provision or provisi.ons of the AGREEI��IENT allegedly violated, the remedy requested, and shall be appealed to Step 2 within ten (J.0) calendar days after i:he El��PI�YER-desi;nated xe.presentative!s �inal anstver. in Si:ep l: �1ny grievance not appealed i.n wriiing to Step 2 by the UI�TION ��vi.�:hin ien (14) calendar ciays shall be considered ti�aived. • Step 7.. If appealed, the �vritten grievance shall be presented by � the.L::ION and c�iseussed wii;h the TIVIPLOYTR-desi�nateci S1:ep 2 lOH representative. Tl�e �MPLC�Y�I�-clesi.gnatecl representative sliall give ihc UNION i:l�c :MPLO�'J;I�'S Step.2 ans�ver in «rriting �vi�han ten (10) calendar days after recezpt of such Step 2�rievance. A gricvance noi; resolvcd in Step 2 may bc appealcd i;o Step 3 �vithin � �:en (10) c�.�cndzr cl�iyS fOJ.IO�V�.Ilt�'tlie �A7PL.OYE1�-desi�,matcd i'C��T'CSCIl�- � 0 ati.ve's final Step 2 ans�ver. .Any �rievance not appealed in writi.ng to Step 3 by the UNIUi�T within ten (10) calendar days �hall be considered �vai.ved. Step 3. If appealed, the tivritten grievance shall be presented Uy ihe UI��IUI�7 and discizssed �=.�ith ihe E1�ZPLOY�P -designaied Step 3 represeniai:ive. � The EMPLO�. �� -desi�gnated representative shall �ive the UNION the El�ZPX�OYER'S ans�ver in ��ritS.ng wi.thin ten (10) calendar days after receipt of such Step 3 grievance. A � �rievance not resolved in Step 3 may be appcaled to Step 4 tivitliin ien (10) calendar days follo��i.ng the �MPLOY�R-designaied xepresentative's fi.nal ans��ver in Siep 3. Ai�.y �rievance not appealed i.n wx iiing to Step 4 by f.he UNION witl��n ten (10) calendax days shall be conside�ec� waived. • � Step 4. 1� gri.evance unresolved in Step 3 and appealed to Siep 4 by the Ur�I01\T shall be subrn.zi:ted i:o arbitraii.on subject to the provisions of the PuUlic �xnployzneni Labox Fielations .Act /� �-� of 1971. The selection of ari arbii;rator shall be made in accarc�ance with i:he "Rules Governzng tlle Arbitration of Gx�ievances" as establishec� l�r the k'ubli.c �nz�].oyxnent Relations }3oaa�d. . 7.5 ARI3TTP11TOIi'S l�.U'I'JTOI�I�l�Y . A. The arUitz ator sliall Ilave no, right to amcild, . modify, nullify, i�nore, add �a, or suUl:r�xct from� the iernis and conclitions of . i;ha. � L�C`r1tT:l�1�TL:N`l�. � The arbi.i;ral:oz� shall consider and ciecide � 0 0 . . � .. �b:�3- only thc specifi�c issue(s) suUmitted in tivriting by the �MPLOY.ER and the 'U1\TION, and shall have no authori.ty to rriake a decision on any other issue not so submitted. �3. The arbitrator shall be �vithout potiver io nzal�e deci.si.ans contrary to, or inconsistent with, or modifyi.ng or varying i.n anS� �vay the application of la�vs, rules, or regul.ations having the foxce and effect of la��. The arbitrator's deciszon shall be submiited in tivri.ting �xrithin i:hirty (30) days follo��,�ing close of the hearix�g or the submission of bri.efs by the parties, whichever Ue later, unless the parties agree to an extension, The decision shall be binding on both the EMPLO JR and the U��ION and shall be bascd solely on ihe arbitrator's interpretation or applicaiion of the express _terms of: this �,.GI��EMFI�TT and �o the facts v�' the grievance presentea. C. The fees and expenses for i:he arbitraior's services and proceedings shall be horne equally by ihe ENTPLOYr�R and i:he UI�TION provided i:hat each party shall be responsible for coxnpensating ii:s o��vn re�resentatives and witnesses. If eii:her ' party desires a verbatim record of the proceed'u�gs, i.i may ' eause such a record to be made, providing i.t pays £or the record. If Uotli pa.rties desire a verbatS.xn xecard o£ ihe procecdings tlle cost sliall Uc shared equall��. 0 !9 1 0 -xo- 7 . G �V1�I V � 1� ' If a ri.evance'is not resented �vithin the time limi�:s set � � ' � . ' .� � � ' ' � forih above, it shall be consi.c�erec� "�vai.ved. " If a grievance is not appealecl to the ne�t step wii:hi.n the speeifiec� i:im.e limit �r any agreed e�tensi.on tllereof, it shall be considered settl.ed on the basis of {:he �Mf'T.�OYER'S last ansti�er. If i:he �MPLOYLR does not ans�ver a grievance or an appeal thereof ��itliin ihe specified iime limits, i;he UNION may elect to i:reat the grievaz�ce as deni.ed at thai: step and immediately appeal the, gri�evan.ce to. the nea.t step. The i:ime limit zn each step inay be extended by muival �vriiten agreement of i:he El�2PLOY�R and ihe UI�YIOI�� in each step. 7. 7 CHOICE OF IZI�l\�T�DZ' If, as a reszilt of the ��vrzi;ten En�IPLOYEI� res��onse in �tep 3, the gri.evance remai.ns unresolved, and if i:he grievance involves the suspe�isi.on, �deinoti.on, or discharge of an empl�yce �vho has con�pleied i:he requi.red probationary peri_ocl, the grievance may be ap��ealed either. to S1:ep � of .A.rticle VII or a procedui e /o- � such as: Civil Service, Veteran's Preference�, or ��';Llx' EI1ZpJ03�m.ent. If. appealed�to any procedure other than Step 9: of .f�z•�icle VI1 the �ri.evance is not sul.�jeci: tc� t.he arUitra�:ian nroceduz�e as provicled in Step �l of �lrticle VII. Tlie ag�;a.�ic��ed exnplo��c�e sliall indicate in ' �vrii:in�; �vhicli p� ocedurc: i.s to be utilizeci--Step 4 of 1lrticle 1TII or anothci� appeal ��r�oceciure--and shzll si.�;i� a stzi:ement to thc effect thai i.l�c c1lc�ice o!' �ny ollicn c�zrin� prccludes tlic a�;bricvecl enzployee �1 '� � from malciiig a suUsequent appeal throu�'h Step � of Ari:icle VIZ. - /p - L . � � ARTIC%I� VIII S�1VII�'GS CL�1US� ' '.Chis l�GP ,I;]12LI\7T is subjcct to the la�vs of the United Siates, ihe S'cate of � � Minnesoi;a and the Ci ty of Fi°i dl ey . In t�;e event any provision of fihis 1�.GRE�l��I£J�,TT shall be held i:o be contrary to 1.a�x� by a court of � eompeienl; jtzrisc�ictiozz from i�Those final judgment or cleeree no a�peal has � been taken tivii:hin the time provided, sucl� provisions shall be voided. l�ll other provisious of this I�,.CxRELl,�IEi\YT sliall co��tinue i.n: full force and effect. � ' e r T'sion m.a T be renes��oi:S.ated a.i the ti�ritten re uest of either art . The voa.d d p o� � � u q P Y � � . . ARTICLT� IX SLNIOP,ITY ' , 9. 1 Seniority shall be determined by ihe einployee's len�-th of � cantinuous empioyment �xrith the Poli.ce Departxnent and posted in an appropriate l.ocai.ion. Seniori�{:y 3 oster. s xnay be maintained � � by ihe CHIEF OF POLTCE on the_basis of time in grade and iime � , within specific classifications. � 9. 2 J�uring i;he proUationary pez iod a ne«ly hir�d or reYiired employee �� ma � be dischar ed at the sole d�scretion of thc FMPLUYER. . s � ' Duri.n� i:he probaiionax•5� perzod a promoted or reassig�ned eznployee � may be repl.aced in his previous position at the sole discretion of� -the rn��r�o1�r. . � �J. 3 ..F�. reduction o£ �vox�l� force �vill be accomplishecl on the basis ' � of se�iiox•ity. . � � � . . ' ' - . � � . -12_ . _ � � lv-N'l . � �xnployees shall bc recalled from layofi on the Uasi.s of seniority. � An employee on layoff shall have an opportunii.y 1;o return to �rrork �, � wi.i:hin t�vo years of i:he iime of �1is layoff before any ne�v employee is hired. . I�� 9. � �,acation p�riods to a mai;imum �of ti��o (2) weeks shall l�e selected on the ' basis of seniority until P�9ay lst of each calendar year. : � ARTICLL X DISCIPLINE . ` 10.1 The �1�ZPLOYLP tivill disci.pline employees �or just cause only . � - � lJisci.pline «ill l� in the form of: ' � a) oral reprimand; . � . � . , b) ��vrztten reprima.nd; . c) �uspen�ion, , . , d demotion• or � - • ) , � e) di.scharge. 10. 2 Stispensions, demotions and dischar�es ��ill be in ti�vril;tezi forxn. I 03 r 1. Wrztten reprimands, notzces of su.�pens�on, and no�i.ces of discharge ! whi.ch are to heconle part of an einplayee's p�rsonnel fi.le shal_1 ' �_ be � eac3 �.nd aclLno�vledged by si��lattzre of i:he einployee. �mplosTees ancl the Ul�TION tivill receive a copy of such reprimands and/oz ilotices, � 10. � 7�ni lo �ecs ma eaamine their o�vn individual ei soi�nel files P 5 Y P '� � ai: reasoiiaule times undcr t11e direct supervzsion of i:he ��1l�IPLOY�R. . � � � � � � � . , � . . . �0 - !�l 10. 5 Dischar�es tivill be preceeded by a five (5) day suspension �vithout pay. , . . 10, G E�nployees v✓ill not bc questioned concerni.n�; an invesiigai:i:on of . disciplinary aciion unless the eznployee has Ueen given an opportunity to have �1 UI�TION representative present at such questioning. 10. 7 Grievances relatin�; to this �rticle shall be iniiiated Uy i:he . UNION in Si;ep 3 of the brievance procedure under Article VII. .F�IiTICLF XI CONSTJ'rUTIO�TIIL P�iO'I'T�CTTON ' Employees shall have the rights grani:ed to all ci.tizens by �the United Staf:es - and 117innesota Staie Consiitutions. . � AIiTICI.�� XII �VORIL SCIIEI�UL� � 12.1 `I'he normal �vork yeai i.s tt�a thousand and ei.ghty hours (2, 080) - to be accounted for by each employee through: - � a} scheduled hours of tivork; . . b) halidays; c) roll call; and e} training. 0 12. 2 Nothin� containcct in t;his or any other article shall be zn�:e.rPreted to be a guarantee of a minimum. or maaimuin number of hours i:he �11�:I'LOY�R niay assi�n eizlployees. � 0 !� e 0 0 � . ARTICLL XIII O�'�RTINIL , � � � �� ' 13.1 �nlpl.oyees will be compensated at one and one-half (lZ ) ti.mes�i;he ernployee's regular base pay rate for hours worlced in es�cess of the eznployee's re�ularly scheduled shift. Changes ,/b ' � of shifts clo not c�ualify an employee for overtiine under this �.rtiele. 13. 2 Ovez time will be distributed as equally as practicable. �.3. 3 Overiime refused by employees �vi.11 for record purposes under .Article 13. 2 be corlsi.dered as unpaid overiime tivorked. 13.4 For the purpose of compuiing overtime coznpensation overtixne hours ti�rorked shall noi; be pyraxnided, compounded or paid i.�vice for i:he saine hour� worked. �3. 5 Overtin�.e ��ill b� calctalated to the nearest fif.teen (15) mi.izutes. 13. 6 Employ�ees lzave the obligatian to �vor. k ovez time br call bacics if reqt�ested by the �MPLOY�P unlnss unlzsual ci.rcum.stances pre�>eni: il�e eznployee from so �vorl ' . 13.7 f�anagement reserves the right to approve compensatory time in lieu of overtirr�e pay. Compensatory time shall not be accumulated in excess of ta�enty-four (24) hours. ARTICLE �;IV COl)RrI' TI11� A,n employee �vho is required to appear in Court durin� his scheciuled off-ciuty tinie shall receitre a rniniinuix� of t��o (2) hours' pay at one and one-lialf (1� ) i,imes 1:he employee's base .pay rate. An eai:ension or early repori i:o a regularly s�chedulecl shift fvr Coux�1: appear. ance does noi; c�ualify i:hc eilzployee foz• iiie twa (2) liotir rrii.ninzurn. � .' �. . � � , � � ' � � _Y�.. 0 �,T�'J.'ICLE XV C.1�.LL Iin.CK '�IP,�� 0 ,l�n employee who i.s, callecl to cluty durinb his schecluled off-duty time shall receive a minimum o� i:tivo (2} hotirs' pay at one and one-half (J.� ) t;imes the employee's base pay rate. An eatension or early report to a regularly schedulecl shift for duiy does not qualify the employee for ihe ir�vo (2) hour minimuin. ARTICLE XUI LEGAL DEFEPdSE /O ^ � 16.1 Employees invo1ved in litigation because of proven negligence, or non- observance of laws, or of a personal nature, may not receive legal defense by the municipality. 16.2 Any employee ��ho is charged with a traffic viola�:ion, ordinance violation or.criminal offense arising from acts performed i�fithin the scope of his employment, when such act is performed in good faith and under direct order � of his supervisor, shall be reir�bursed for attorney's fees and court costs . � actually incurred by sucn employee in defending against suc�� charge. � . 16.3 The City of �ridley will provide protection far all Officers and Patrolmen ., r � against false arrest charges. ARTICLE XVII Ef�PLOYEE EDUCATION PROGREIM 17.1 T�1e C.i±y �vill pay certain expenses for cer�ain education courses iiased � � �. , � � � � on tl�e follovring criteria. a. The training course must nave relevance to ti�e employees' preseni or anticipated career responsibilities. Atzendance si�all be ai a Ci-cy approved institutio��. The Course must be approved �y tiie �epart�i�ent f�eacJ. b. Financial assistance lvill be ex�ended only to courses offered by acl accredited institution. This includes vacational schools, ��linnesoi:a Sci�ool of Susiness, etc. 17.2 Programs Financial Policy. Financial assistance will be exten�ied to cov�r only tiie cost of ��uition. -16- - . . jo-Q Charges for books, student union membership, student health coverage and other charges for Gvhich the student receives some item or service other than actual instruction Hrill not be paid. The City will pay 50% of the cost of tuition in advance of the employee's actual participation in the course and the employee shall pay 50% of the cost. Employee upon successful completion of the course vrill be required to present to his department head a certifica�:ion of satisfactory work. Satisfactory work is defined as follovrs: a. In courses �issuing a letter grade, a.0 or above is r°quired. b. In courses issuing numerical grade, a 70% or above is required. c. In courses not issuing a grade, a certification from the instructor �that the student sa�:isfactorily participated in the activities of the course as required. 17.3 If the employee satisfactorily completes the course he v�ill be reimbursed for the additjonal 50% of the tuition cost for u�hich he had ob1igated himself in the ap�roved appiication. If the employee fails to satisfactorily complete the course he will not be reimbursed. 17.4 The program will not reimburse the employee for the hours he spends in class, only for the tuition. 17.5 Expenses for which the employee is compensated under some oth�er educational � or assisiance program 4•aill not be covered, such as the GI bill. � � � r � 17.6 The City will not pay tuition or other costs for those courses which are used to make the employee eligible for additional salary. ARTICLE XVTII LOSS OF SENIORIiY 18.1 Employees shall lose their seniority for the follo��iing reasons: 0 � -»- j a - �. !I � a. Discharge, if not reversed. � b. Resignation. I� c. Unexcuse�d failure to return to work after expiration of a vacation . or formal leave of absence. Events beyond the control of the employee � which revent the em lo ee from returnin to work wi11 not cua p p y g se loss � of seniority. �� d. Retirement. � ARTICL� XIX PR0��ITIO:�J,ARY PE�?IODS , 19.1 A11 newly hired ar rehired employees wi11 serve a twelve (12) months � probationary period. ARTICLE XX VACATIOPdS .20.1 Each employee of the City who has a�orl:ed regularly for the City for a period of not l ess than t��tel ve (12) success i ve months i s en�ci :;l ed to a vacation away from employment with pay. Vacation pay shall be computed at ihe regular rate of pay to vahich such employee is entitled. An employee who has worked a minimum of twelve (12) montns is entitled to one (1) workday of vacation for each month so worked. An employ�e who has worked eighty-four (84} consecutive months is entitled to one and one-half (1-1/2) workdays of vacation for each month worked beginning with the eighty-fifth (B5) month of consecutive employment. An employee 4+II10 has worked one hundred eighty (130) successive mor�ths is entitled to one and two-thirds (1-2{3) workdays of vacation for each month wari:ed beginning wi�h tne one hundred eighty-first (181st) month o.f consecutive employ�nent. � � : �� i s- . ARTICLE XXI HOLIDAYS /o-s 21,1 If employees are required to work a regular forty (40) hour work week, their holidays shall be as set for other civilian employees as follows: • Nolidays include New Year's Day, January 1; President's day, the thit•d P�londay in February; Memorial Day, the last Monday in P�lay; IndePendence Day, July 4; Labor Day, the first Monday in September; Christopher Columbus Day, the second P�1onday in Oci;ober; Veterans Day, the fourth Monday in October; Thanksgiving Day, the fourth Thursday in P�ovember; and Christmas Day, December 25; provided, when New Year's �ay, January 1; or Independence Day, July 4; or Christmas Day, December 25, � _� falls on Sunday, the following day shall be a holiday, and provided, when New Year's Day, January 1; or Independence Day, July 4; or Christ�nas Day, , � December 25 fa11s on Saturda the recedin da shall be a hol�ida . If � Y� P 9 Y Y � additional holidays are granted by the City Council by ordinance, the employee covered by this Agreement will receive the benefit of such -� additional holiday. r , � ' � ARTICLE XXII SICK LEAVE • ' 22.1 Any employee �Nho is unable to work because of sickness or injury may obtain a leave of absence u�on notice to the City. Written verification of his condition by a competent medical authority may be required. Failure to notify the City subjects the employee to anpropriate discipline b,y the City. ' 22.2 Each employee of the City who has worked regularly for the City for a period of not less t;han t4velve (12) successive months is entitled to sick leave. Sick leave pay shall be coniputed at the regular rate of pay to ta�hich � -19- , /fl —% � � � � such employee is entitled. An employee is entiiled to one (lj day of sic{�, leave for each month worked, cumulative to one hundred twenty (120) days of sick leave. After one hundred twenty (120) earned and unused days of sick leave have accumulated, one (1) day additional vacation shal1 be � ,'granted to an employee for every three (3) sick leave days earned and unused. The employee may elect, after ninety (90) earned and unused days of sick . leave have accumulated, to receive one (1) day additional vacation for every three (3) sick days earned and unused. Sick leave days shall not accurnulate beyond one hundred twenty (120). Qefore any sick leave compensation is paid, 1 the City may request and is entitled to receive from any employee who has been absent mor�e than three (3) days in succession, a certificate signed 1 by a competent physician or other medical attendant certifying to the fact that the absence was in fact due to sickness and not otherwise. The City � �� , � _l alsa reserves the right to have an examination made at any time of any person claiming absence by reason of sickness; such examination may be made when the City deems the same reasonably necessary to verify the sickness claimed and may be made in beha]f of the City by any competent person designated by the City. ARTICI_E XXI�I IfdJURY ON J06 � 23.1 Any full time City employee injured on his regular job, shall be entitled to full pay up to � • � � .� �� a period of ninety (90) days while he is absent from work by reason of such injury and his accrued sick leave wi'll not be charged until after and beginning with the ninety-first (91st) day of absence from work by reason �� of such injury, provided howe�.�er, the amount of any compensation shall be reduced by any payment received by the Injured employee fram �,�orkmen's � compensation insurance. An employee who claims an absence from �vork due I � -20- /a-y ', to any:injury sustained on his regular job is subject to an examination to be made in behalf of the City by a person competent to perform the saine , and as is designated by the City. ARTICLE XXIV UNIFOR(�1 11LLOl��ANCE . � � � , ' � , ' � � , � � 24.1 The City shall provide a uniform clothing allowance for �olice � Officers of $175 (One Hundred and Se�:enty-Five Dollars) per year as neede�d: All:money for uniforms to be paid by vou�her, only as clothing is purchased. Thi . includes uniformed and non-uniformed personnel. Non-uniformed personnel � shall not draw mor�e than one-quarter ('4) of�their uniform allowance in any quarter of th� year. 24.2 Clotf�ing or uniforms damaged in the line af duty through no fault of the employee shall be replaced ar repaired by the employer. ARTICLE XXI�' FUhlEP,AL PAY 25.1 Funeral leave will be granted to full time employees up to a maximum of three days. Funeral leave is granted in case of deaths occuring in the immediate family. �or this purpose immediate family is considered to be a spouse, child, parent, ,grandparent, brother or sister, mother-in-la��v and father-in-law. ARTICLE XXVl JURY PAY ` 26.1 It shall be understood and agreed that the City shall pay all regular full time employees serving on any jury the differer�ces in salary bei;ween jury pay and his regular salary or pay while in such service. ARTICLE XXVII HEALTH Fl«D WELFARE �ENEFITS 2i.1 Regular full time employees shall receive the same as other City employees, which policy at the present time provide� that the City pays for the employee's Health and Hospital Insurance and the employee pays for dependent cover~age. Tf�e City also provides life insurance equal to annual salary, , with a maximum of $10,000. The City also provid'es additional AD&D �� Insurance equal to salary, ti�ith a maximum of $10,000. I � I , , � , , � � , � , � � � � � , � • /O -✓ 27.? A representative from the employee group shall be included on a committee which makes recommendations on the content of specifications for any new policy. Such recommendations are subject to Council approval. 27.:3 The City wil] pay $5.00 per month toGNards dependent health and . welfare coverage. • ARI�ICLE Xxrri RATES OF PAY 1974 28.1 Patrolmen's Salaries: � � Starting Salary $B30 per month �lfter Si � (6) �9onti�s �880 per month . After One (1) Year �950 per month Rfter T��ro (2) Years $1020 per month � After Tl�ree (3) Years . . $1089 per month ARTICLE XXIX ADDITIOf�AL INCENTIVE PAY 1974 29.1 Incentive pay wil.l be paid over and above the standard base rate or going rate for employees hired before July 1, 1972 according to the fo1loU�ing schedule: Time in ot.her� classifications will not count towards incentive pay for a s�vorn officer. � Patrolman After 5 years �25 per month Patrolman After 10 years $50 per month. Patrolman After 15 years $75 per month ARTICLE XXX COLLEGE CREDITS 30.1 For Officers hired prior to July 1, 1972, the City will pay for education crediLs earned at an accredited institution of higher learning at the rate of $.4a per quarter credit, up to a maximum of �72.00 per month. All courses taken must be approved by the Employer. �Vo Officer hired after � July 1, 1972 will be eligible for pa�nnents under ARTICLE XXIX. No Officer will draw botf� additional incentive pay under ARTICIE XXIX and pay for � educational credits. Officers hired prior to July 1, 1972 will have a. -22- choice of drawing education credits or additional incentive pay under ARTICLE XXIX. A determination of the number of credits an employee is eligible for will be made on December 1, of the previous year. Credits earned during the year will not be counted until the succeeding year. The City ��rill not pay tuition fo�° courses that employee wil7 later be paid for as �o1;ed above. 30.2 Employees hired after July 1, 1972 wi11 receive $.40 per quarter credit for courses taken at a�i accredited insl:itution of higher° learning, where such are approved by the employer. Employees will no� be eligible for education credits durir�g their tVtelve (12} monl:h probationary period. � A /D -� � -23 . /d --X ARTICLE �XXI' 4UIIVFR . , . � . 31.1 .f�ny and all prior a�reen1enl:s, resolutions, practices, � poli.cies, � ules and regtllations regardin� tei ms and conditi.ons of employment, to the e�tent inconsistent �viih the provisions of this �.GI;E�I1�Ii;N'I`, are hereby superceded. 31, 2 The parties mutually acknotivledge that cluri.ng i:he negoifations which resultecl i.iz this �GREEiVlENT, each had tlie unlimited right az�d opportunii:y� to make deYnands and proposals «ith respect to any ter�.n or condition of employmeni; not removed by lati�r frozn bargaining. All agreements and understandings arri.ved at by the parties are set forth in tivri.ting in this AGRE {'AZENT for i:he stipulated duxai:ion of this AGRE�I��I�I�TT. The E112PL0�'El� and the UIVIOI�T cach volunfarily and unqualifiedly waives ihe right io meet and ne�rotiate regarding any and all tcrms and conditions of employment refer. red �o or covered in this .AGREEI�i}:I�T or with respeci to any texni or condition of exnployment not specifically referred to or cov�red by this . AGRT�LNLLT�7T, even iliough such terms or conditi.ons may nat have been �vii:hin t11e l�na�vledge or coiitemplation of either or l�oth of the parties at the i;iixie thi.s contract �vas negotiai;ed or executeci, � a , , . , . � . -2�- : � ; . � / n-Y � . , .� ARTiC(_F XXII DUR�TIO�d " � ___ � � �� This AGREE�-1E��T shall be effective as of the `� �� and snall � remai�� in full force and effect until tf�e thirty=first �iay of December, 197�. . In 1^J1�11�SS ��rhereof, the par�i�s ,heret;o �ave executed this AGREE(�1EfdT on • � � �.. th�s day of � � � � , 197 .. , FOfZ CITY OF FRIDL.EY � . . Mayor � � , � Ci ty !1anac�er � � � , �..� ° , �FOR P�1TfdidESOTA TEA(�STERS PUBLIC A�1D LAW EfdFORCEFiEi�T �``� ��-�� EMPLOYEES' U,�IO;d, L�OCAL I�dO. 320 ��;� , ,.� � �.�r, .� ` % , . � � .F' r C' � . - �A'� � �� ,a9�'��`��"��,�.�1"wi�,., �t j _' .. f"� : <. . f ,t. .. ��' � ' � - � � - � . , f �,., r,: ,� k - . (�.. � .. � ... `�- . ! r f , � , +; � �: F.�..' f' _[ �s � �s y ✓ ��f � �_ � L,'�."� �i"�� ,.��°-'� ' /'� ._..- a � ,,� �+�' c, . � . � .. � � � � � �� !'�� a�"�_.�..LLS�ti_ � ._`4i9"'�xJ.�� . �. (Q . � � . . j � f J { ' � . . � .. . �� I � .. . � � . . . . • � . , ., ' . I hereby recommend to the Ci�y Council approval i oi �;his ac�r�eme . � � ��`.a.. � .�i' , � � . ,,,/' �'"` ��--_--�� '�",."— . � / ' Cr�� . . ' , ' . �. � � . , . TC�: �"�lr. 1'� I-lc;rloi's�.y UAT�: ��'eUruar� 17, � �37Z� SU?3J�C`i': R�si�z�ation FiiO��i: Gene Gu�tafsan I i'ind it nec�ss�.rsr �t this ti.�e to subrlit m;� resi�xz�ztion as a. r:�ierlber of tt�.e �.u:narl I��1.t�.+.��OtAJ Co�unit �ee. ��ddi�ion� 1 r�, �poi�sibil�tie� h�xve risac�e it i:�possible for mb to c�cvoie ��c necessary t-� ln�; rcqui�reci �o continue as a member of this ��rorth�* coz�mi�tee. c c: H s t3e� ]. �;uzn , � CLAIMS GENERAL 34651 - 34664 LIQWOR 8624 - 8683 � . � ' . r1ULTIPT F D�dELLING I.IC�tTS�S TO BE APPRO��rA . � Period September 1, 1973 to September l, 1974 ' • � OT�INP:P. ADDRESS UNITS FEr APPFOVrn BX: �obert Hoff 5401 - 4th St. N.E. �t. 1, Box 322 yoming, Mn. 55092 �arrel A. Farr Devel. Corp. 1601 No. Innsb�uck 810 County Road 10 Mpls, Mn. 55430 ' Gordon J. Aspenson 6489 Riverview Terrace �7 Rice Creek Way ridley, Mn. 55432 ' ' ' , ' ' , � . � ' . . '. ' ' �. � 4 �: 4 $ 15.00 R. Aldrich, Fire Prev. 111.00 R. Aldrich, � Fire Prev. 15.00 R. Aldrich, Fire Prev. i ' 11 MEMO TO CITY COUNCIL MENIO FROM: Darrel Clark ' MEMO DATE: February 22, 1974 �.4 RE: License Transfer and New Application for Shaddrick & LaBeau , Fridley .Amexican Legion Post ��303 Attached please find a request for transferring the cigarette and ' club bar license of Shaddrick & LaBeau Fridley American Legion Post ��303 from 6319 Highway ��65 N.E, to 1315 Rice Creek Road N.E.. This transfer is recorrnnended fox approval providing enough parking ' ( ratio, one stall for four seats) is provided on the new site. Naturally the building will have to meet the Building Code before occupancy. , In addition they have requested a food.license at the new location. We can not recommend its approval until the building and �acility is ready for inspection by the City inspector, namely the Anoka County Health Dept. ' The fee can be prorated a� $2.50 per month for the remainder of this year and expiration would be April 30, 1974. If the Council chooses, it may approve the food license with the stipulation that it not be granted until ' the facility meets the health standards. � , , � �I C �J ' , . ,�1\�" '�P < � �J�_lz. �v� �?, „1 DARItEL G . CLARK Community Development Adm. 14 A sx,��vr�1 cx & �aB�au FRIDL�Y .1�'��RlCfii� L�:GIU1'� P�ST 303 63� 9 ��'��` �`� . 65 FFtILL�Y, t�iiv. 55432 February 21, 1974 2'0 �'Ii�. CI�TX COUIdGI�,; Th� Shaddric� & LaBeau Fridley American L�gion Post 303 requ�ets to h�v� the club bar & ci�arette license transPer�d from th� pr��Qnt location 6319 Hr�y No. 65 to 1315 Rice Greek Rd. Operations at present location will ceas� 2-2$-74.. R�locatian is plann�d approximately the lsth of March or contingent upon th�s camplption of nev� quart�r�. Vary tru].y yours, _� ��2-.�� , C1ub Finance Officor I '� � 'I /lPP7,IGATIOid FOR I'COD EST.�tBLIS(ii�fr AiT �ICj:1S� City of Fridley 6t�31 Uni�versi-L-y Avenue r� 55�32 C��CK EACH OF Ti�F.. FOLLO1TTiv`G �r,n-IICH AFZ;. LOCA�ti,D O.�T YGUR PRE'iIS�S: Cafe ��rocery Bal;ery Popcorn Stand Retail Candy Shop Extra Facilit�.es ?rending r-iachine Ice �Tendinp 1•,achine ,; -- _ �-- I�Tame of Applicant rj.c,z�� , �<.(� Harne Address .5`; �`�� j,� �� .5` � A�e 7" � Phon� 3:u�:'�er .S � C� ._ � Cr �' j� .--,.�_ Occupation �. �� !Z, U6So Ci_-Lizen �/�-�� Zf you have c'nanged adc3r•� ss ��:ith�.n the 7.ast year� la.s�: previaus ac.dress: 14� � = Name of Business - Shaddr. ick - L-ab��u_ I;e�; -,��.P�t 30� Business Adclress . � '� '�� '`--`�- �'z.c.L% /L� �� a -s`� 3 '.r:� -f 3�'9`"��i'��-�___w,_-�r--6�5-_---��'�g�'? Business Pl��one Number -� ,y%� _ j r�_ � Description of preraises ��rhere vending r�achine or foad veh:icle }cept, �--r � � � �. �.,, ` - . The suppliers of articles sald xn the ver�cling machine (� ) SeriaX number of vending machines � Number of vending rlachinas Item Dispznsed T,icei�se Fee Co�L,:ents : Er.p;i�ration Date llnri7_ 30 , 1.9 75 License Ttumber Rc,ceipt tiu�;ibez• �� y��- 11 . )1�- . �, .. ( .4)�.�______ Ttcm Dispenseci License Fee �� Food Establishm�Irt F'ee $25.00 `/�� f/;% /� /'� � � / 1:%!��tl-_l. -��. �V''�y �':�!,�!v.v �Y-r-----'�---------- �1�;;1:1I•ttI'Ci Oi ��j��71.Y;:�;tl�C, ESTIMATES FOR CITY COUNCIL CONSIDERATION - FEBRUARY 25, 1974 Progressive Contractors, Inc. Box 36� Osseo, Minnesota 55369 PARTIAL Estimate #11 for Street Improvement Project ST. ,1972-1 PARTIAL Estimate #10 for Street Improvement Project ST. 1972-2 (MSAP) t;omstock & Davis, Inc. 1446 County Road "J° Minneapolis, Minnesota 55432 PARTIAL Estimate #1 for Sanitary Sewer, Water & Storm Sewer Improvement Project No. 114 from January 7 through February 1, 1974 PARTIAL Estimate #12 for Water Improvement Project No. 111 from December 31, 1973 through February l, 1974 Carl Newquist, Prosecutor Smith, Juster, Feikema, Haskvitz & Casserly Builders Exchange Building Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402 Services rendered as Prosecutor. Dated January 6, 1974 Weaver, Ta11e & Herrick 316 East Main Street Anoka, Minnesota 55303 Services rendered for January. Dated February 20, 1974 � $ 424.62 4,583.09 4,333.89 217.80 1,100.00 1,450.00 i 1 . i' TIhIE RECCRUS FOR JANUARY, 1974 PROSECUTION WORK I� 1. Prepai�ation, Travel and Time in Court for 16 Court Trials and 26 Pre-Trial Conferences. 2. Investigation anc+ rrocess of Complaints I, including office conferences, phane conferences, � preparation of documents and correspondence. �' 3. Ad�inistration �ncluding staff ineetings and police training. ' TOTAL , SMITH, JUSTER, FEIKEMA, HASKVITZ and CASSERLY ATTORNEYSAT LAW � BUILDERS EXCHANGE BLDG. ' MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55402 339- 1481 � SUBURBAN OFFICES OSS E O FRIDLEV ' City of Fridley 6431 University Avenue N. E. ' Fridley, Minnesota 554�2 Attn: Nasim Querishi � City Manager � C J N P�EASE RETURN THIS PORTION WITN YOUR PAYMENT � DATE � � � FORWARDED FROM LAST STATEMENT �6�74 Services rendered as Prosecutor for the City of Fridley January 1974 retainer $1,000.00 Secretarial Services lOG.00 , Total 1,100.00 { dec�� re under pen�,?;�s a:� i ��:v �;s; t"is ' uccount ...��, or , ::, , �t ,:ar� rec: art .,r ; r, , , ; , ,. - --- - - � �'-`—�_� . Si;, ure oi t;«.,:�.;.t � ' �'. � _ SMITH, JUSTER, FEIKEMA, MASKVITZ nqo CASSERLY � ATTORNEYS AT �AW � - s. �w � � J • 9ALANCE $1,1C0.00 18 hours 20 minutes 11 hours 5 minutes 45 r�inutes 30 hours 10 minutes � ., CMARLES R.WEAVER HERMAN L.TALLE V�RGIL C.HERRICK ROBERT MUNNS JAMES D. GIBBS WILLIAM K, GOODRICH THOMAS A.GEODE JEFFREY P, H�CKEN City Of Fridley LAW OFFICES WEAVER, TALLE � HERRICK Fel�ruary 20, 19%4 January Retainer , Counc i f P:�eet i ngs 14 hnurs Meet i ngs w i t!i �taff 4• hours 1�leetings with Department Heads 4 hours Knight vs City of Fridiey 3 hours ar�d County �uditor Kje{tberg vs Frid{ey 8 hours P S I Contract Dispu�e 2 hours Suburban Engineers�Claim 1 hour (Project in3) Legislative I-learing fZe: Liquor L'icenses 2 hours Assessment Re: Christianson, 2 hours 40 hours Hours in excess of 30 ��35.00 per hour Secre�arial �lllowance TOTAL � � 316 EAST MAIN STREET ANOKA, MINNESOTA 55303 42t-5413 6279 UNIVERS�TY AVENUE N.E�. FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA 55432 560-3850 FIRST STATE BANK BUIIDING COON RAPIDS,MiNN,55433 755-1330 $1,OQ0.0� 350.00 100.00 $1,4�0.00 � �I � � � i G. THOMAS MACINTOSH, II LAWRENCE R. COMMERS RONALD M. MiCHAELSON EDGAR H. REX, JR. PAUL F. WO.ICIAK 6RlICE P. �ARTEN MACINTOSH, COMMERS & MICHAEL50N ATTORNEY5 AT LAW �aao RAD1SSpN CENTER 44 50UTH 7TH STREET MINNEAPOLtS, MINNES�TA 554�2 February 11, 1974 Mayor Frank Liebl � Fridley City Hall ' 6431 University Avenue N.E. Fridley, Minnesota � � �� _ ��i � � , � � � � Dear Mayor Liebl: Re: Home Opportunity, Inc. � TELEPHONE AREA CDOE 612 33S-BB95 Home Opportunity, Inc., is a non-profit Minnesota corporation organized in 1969 consisting of a three-man board of directors from the member- ship of St. William's parish. The purpose set forth in its charter is to promote civic development and community welfare by encouraging home acquisition, improvement and maintenance among and by low-income and elderly families through a program of education, legal and technical assistance, and financial aid. Since its organization, various small loans and gifts hav.e been made to help people either obtain government assistance or make improvement on their present homes. One of our major goals has been better or additional housing for the people of our comznunity. At this time we have been discussing the possibility of using the vacant land belonging to the church just east of Moon P1aza for low- cost housing for the elderly. We are only in the preliminary thinking stages on this plan, and have received no clearance fram the church to use the land in this way. We would, however, like to discuss this concept with the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Fridley. We have two concerns we would like to explore: (1) The conducting of sufficient market research to establish need for the specific type of housing under discussion, and (2) if need exists, looking into possible sources of funding or support programs that would enable us to canstruct housing which would in fact be low-cost. � We would therefore appreciate your advice as to what steps we can take to facilitate communication on this subject with the proper municipal authorities. �J � rLRC/emt Sincerely, HOME OPPORTUNITY, INC. ' � �� ,,��..c{' lyY,,,�,,c��it/ B ��,� � � v �W�7IRPCRATE0�g53 �, , February 14, 1974 Mr. Ncisii� M. C�ureshi, City Manager City of Fridiey ' � 6�31 Universi'ry Avenue N. E. �ridiey, MN 55�32 , Dear Mr. Qureshi: ' I received your lei�ter dated February 12, 1974, and just want to drop p shori� nofie to express our Council's appreciation for the suppbrt you and yc�ur C�unci l has affordnd our City in ' regards to the traffic prabiem on Osborne Road and Monroe Street. ' � Sincerely, CiTY - F SPRING LAKE PARK � � / /.•,, ,,J,l ffi jy'�/� �l� J'1�.�'' r . ,i t� / � ✓ Lr/ (./4/ . {� �,�:.�'c ,f,�,, ��.�. ' Danald �. Busch Cferk-Treasurer , DBB/cmw . cc: Sprinc� Lake Park Mayor and Counci( � ' ' . , . � . ' . ' Administrative Offices - 8429 Center Drive N. E. Spring Lake Park Minnesota 55432 � 784-6491 HUBERT H. HUMPHREY MINNESOTA 's�1 C�r$�b .�if �f.e� ,�e�af e WASHINGTON, D.C. 20510 February 12, 1974 i�Ir. Nas� m i�7, �?u-reshi City of' � ?'ic3ley 6�31 Univers�ty r�veo N.E. Fr id � ey , i�1n . 55 �21 • Dear i��ro Qureshi: Z have received a repor� concArning the situation you descr�bed ta me in your letter, I thouoh� you rli�ht like to have a copy of �his, so T am enclosing one for your informa'ciono I hope this is useful to you. Best wishes . �c 10 s urs ' � -Sincerely, �� Hubert H. Humphrey .:.( !J -C. _ . . . __� � 0 ' , � ' C^ " ' u. Li !; '�Q%'� U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR OFFICE OF THL+ SECRETARY WASI-IINGTON ' I-ic}nor�.bl� Hu��rt Ii. 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C�.ir��si��.'� l��t�r �zac� �.e copy ca� �.�.e xe�olu:.ion as zec��s��:c;.. ��-�u:xelY, �:e�tja~�an L. s:.�r�,R#�t .i��?tx�y i#a7;'c;x' ��i;c:�'��:�'^y �'or Le�;i�la��.v�; �1ii�.irs S:►°�c.�osures • • r PSy,ENT pR .� � ti �� .;��,1 �� a � � yt �;�_'F. * p r ,�ti� , 9� •' it { Y '�4 ;z:i1J c° Y��+130 Ny9J T2EGION V 300 �Sou:h 55'acker Drive Chfcugo, Illinols 60606 DEPARTMENT OF HOUSiNG AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT � MINNEAPOLfS-ST, PAUL AREA OFFlCE GRtGGS-MIDWAI` SU1lDiNG, 1821 UNIYERSITY AVENUE ST. PAUL, A1�NNESOTA 551�4 � 0 February 19, 1974 � IN R6pLY7 �R��EPTE7�R TO: rl'1 : t ]["1 Gentle�-nAn : - As you are a��are, the I7e�partn��a� of iiousing and Urban Develo�ent is cu�r�ztZy m.odifying tiz� Secti.on 23 Leasir.g Pra�ram for Public Iiousirg. � This new approach has svbstantially changc�l the program and chang�c? th� level af involv��nt of a Housing and Rt.ryc,l�vela�ent Authority. I��;ould likE ta usy this op�ortuni.ty to invite P�.nmbp,xs of your �-Iot�,sir.g ��?d Reci�velo�r,��t �u'rhority and Di.rectors o€ i'.;.�ional Plan�zix?g C,a� issions to attei�.d a k�riefinq session on S��cEion 23 ta }p held in Man.�.ato on Februa.ry 27, 1974 fr�n 1:3Q to 9�:30 p:m. at: P�ankatc� Si:ate College � Centennial Stud��nt Suilding Ro�-n 255-A � LIP�er C��.mpus ., � 0 �. � � , � 59ncerely. � , � .��,�-- . �� "�g° � `�� .s�. ,:,.. �,. � �.;,��. Tho�;�s T. r e�n°y ;; • Area Directar � ; 0 � 4 i , � ' � � �_ � � �J � r r � `c,,.� w,�Ob ��. r. � I� ^`� �, . 4 `iY '� �JW � W r 7..... 'C � ^� ��,� .��'�s��'_�� ',`.�� STATE OF MINNESOTA DEPARTMEN7 OF' HIGHWAYS � DISTRICT NO. 5 2055 NO. LILAC DRIVE MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. February 6, 197�. C1LTT O:i r'T'1��..E.�r 61�31 University :'_venue '.�. ��. Fridley, _�'� nriesota �>1�32 1"-_ttn: I�:r, :r:icra,rd �:. `'o'oiech i:.s�istant F__�ineer In Fepl�r F'c�.fer To : 315 Signal ."- ;=st�::.s on T: H. l�7 and 6� . Dear Rir. Souiecn: Please accept ��T a.polo�ies for bein� so delin�uezit in repl�ring to your letter of Je,cember 20, 1�73• �s you axe a��rare, :�re tentatively have signdl revisions progr��r� ed for Ju1;;% of 197�+ or_ T.rl. �.% at l_ississi��,.�i St.reet and `l�.H. 65 at t�ii.ssissippi �treet and C��"�:i 38o i�e have visited and ��rill corltinue to vis��t each of these intersccticns ,aeriodically to assure tliat the ec..uipi.�ent is �,11 :�rorkin� pronerlj�. ��fe dia fir�d that so?:�e of our vericle detector� axnplifiers i,rere out of '�tune" ar.d the cc�ntraller �,ia,s nat extex�_cti.ng the cross stx•ee� movernent to serve those veriicles, Please conta,ct me if ��rou have any furtner cuestions. ' Since �1 .�t,�,c. ,�,'!.� ='�'`k'� P. J. � _'orast �ssistant L`istrict Tr�°fic Engineer � ' . � I� � cc : R. i��o kobinson File RJP�; : klw �e�0 � � �, I i ., L , ' � , ' ' 3601 PARIS CENTER $OULEVARD �INNEAPOLTS. 1�TINNESOTA 5.°5416 GEORGI: I�. FI�SS CONSULTING ENGINEER February 20, 1974 Mr. Nasim M. Qureshi, Gity Manager CITY OF FRIDLEY 6431 University Avenue Northeast Fridley, Minnesota 55432 Dear Mr. Qureshi: Axxsw Con� 612 Tansraoxsr 922-8055 Your January 25 letter to Mr. LeFevere enclosing resolution No. 18-1974 adopted by the city council of the City of Fridley on January 21 was referred to me. By that resolution the city council asked the Suburban Rate Authority to review the procedures of the Minneapolis Gas Company in making estimat- ed monthly bills , and I have done so , In making that review I looked partic- ularly to the 9 customers whose names and addresses you furnished in your February 7 letter. . The high number of complaints received in january from Fridley residents , was a result of a combination of circumstances . All of the customers whose names you furnished are in billing district No. 34, and their meters were scheduled to be read on January 11 . That day was inclement (as defined in , Minnegasco's agreement with its labor union); the meter readers were not sent out. Consequently, the bills tor those customers were estimated rather than being based on actual meter readings . ' The bills were estimated on the basis of historical usage patterns and the number of degree days in the billing period . In reviewing the bills of the 9 customers I found that 8 have apparently changed their usage patterns in ' recent months . Thus , the factor ot consumption per degree day used for estimating their bills appears to be too high in relation to their current usage. Adding to the problem was the fact that the billing period ending January 11 � was extremely cold, having about 19 percent more deqree days than normal. That magnified the error in the estimated bills . As to the 9 customers that complained, Minnegasco revised the factors to be � used in estimating fheir bills in the future. The new factors retlect what appears to be their current usage patterns . The revision should solve the problem for those 9 customers, but we are still faced with what to do concern- , ing the us.age factors for the thousands of other Minnegasco customers that are changing their usage patterns in order to conserve fuel, � � � � Minnegasca has made several attempts in recent years to develop a'computer program which would up-date the usage factors used for estimating bills, but to date those attempts have been unsuccessful,� The principle problem is that in order to develop usage factors one must first determine the non-tem- � � Mr. Nasim M. Qureshi � City of Fridley page 2 February 20, 1974 , perature sensitive load from summer bills . For economy reasons meters are read bimonthly in the summer rnonths and thus summer bills are frequently estimated. The only reliable way of dealing with this estimated data is to have someone review it individually rather than to process it by computer. ' To manually process the usage factors for the 240,000 residential customers served by Minnegasco would be a substantial undertaking the expense of which would ultimately be borne by the customers . I question whether the � expense is justified since the factors are only used when bills must be estimated because of the failure to obtain a meter reading. ' Of course, Minnegasco should not be permitted to use factors that will obviously overstate estimated bills . The fact that the bills are ultimately corrected when meter readings are obtained is of little comfort to the customer � that had to pay too much too soon. However, if the customer complains to me , or to the company his usage factors will be reviewed and adjusted if necessary. We know that many of Minnegasco's customers have taken steps to conserve ' gas, but since such efforts are of relatively recent origin their effectiveness is not yet clearly definable. As we get more history on cor�servation, I will attempt to workout with the company some overall adjustment based on , average conservation savings to be applied to all estimated bills. This will not completely solve the problem for customers conserving more than the average, but it should mitigate overestimates . Minnegasco will review and adjust to current experience the usage factors for any customer requesting ' such review. If the council has any other suggestions as to how to solve this difficult problem, I would be happy to consider it. ' Yours very truly, � � � Geor � F. Hess ' GFH/gm cc: Clayton L. LeFevere, Esq. ' ' ' , � � � �_ I �A I • FiRT, PIZFVENTION i;UREAU � `. Sur.uaary of Activities January 1974 , ' . _ Tris Month This Month Last Year ToCal � Buildings Inspected 20 36 20 Re-Ins�ections 109 15 109 � Inspections other than � 19 7 19 Buxld ings � Burning Permits Requested 0 0 0 By Inspector 0 0 0 IBy Others 0 0 0 ' Special Permits 0 0. 0 Occupancy Permits 0 0 0 , Tota1 148 58 148 � Orders Iss.ued � 19 10 19 Orders Completed - . 76 �S 76 ' I11ega1 Equipment 41 0 41 Wr�tten Warnings 19 14 19 ' Verbal Warnings 16 16 16 � Complaints 1 1 1 �'ire Investigations 4 1 4 ' Extra Activities: . Plans & checks on new construction ' Visits to liead'Start classes on Fire Prevention � Nor.th Suburban Regional Aid meeting Fire Prevention programs at Fridley Junior Hibh ' ' Lartaur Fire Brigade First Aid Class at LaMaur Cai-diopulmonary Resuscitation Yrogram at North rlemorial Hospi.tal I , . • � � � ' . ' ' � , FIIZI: }'T�LV1;1dTI0N 1;L'i:l?!�U I ' ' Sum;nary of I'ize Alarms iTi�is 2•ionth lhis rionth L�ist Year � fiesiden�ial 0 3 � Kon-Residential 0 1 � Comz-nercial � l 1 � Industrial 1 1 Grass & Brush 0 1 ilst Aid & Rescue 2 3 Auto & Truck . 7 S ' False 4 0 • , Honest Mistake $ 3 Miscellaneous 12 1 ' Storage � 1. 1 MutuaZ Aid 0 0 � Hilltop 0 I , Total 32 22 ' Response 32 Alarms 58$ men � 27 General Alarms 553 men ' � Still Alarms • 16 men r 2(:ompany Alarms 19 men 1 Death & Injuries . In�uries DPaths FireMen 1 0 � Civil�.ans � � ' Losses for month of January: Buildings Conterits $ 2,080.00 $ 3,547.00 ' - Losses to Date . $ 2,080.00 $ 3,547.00 ' . , . . 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