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THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF
SANUARY 9, 1989
The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order
at 7:44 p.m. by Mayor Nee.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Nee led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance
to the Flag.
ROLL CALL:
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Nee, Councilwoman Jorgenson,
Councilman Schneider, Councilman
Fitzpatrick and Councilman Billings
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
COUNCIL MEETING, DECEMBER 19, 1988:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve the minutes as presented.
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
ADMINISTRATION OF OATH OF OFFICE TO ELECTED OFFICIAL:
DENNIS L. SCHNEIDER. COUNCILMAN WARD II:
Mr. Virgil Herrick, City Attorney, administered the Oath of Office
to Dennis L. Schneider, Councilman Ward II.
Councilman Schneider stated this begins his 13th year as a member
of the Council. He stated the progress made over �he years is the
result of the Council, City Management, and staff working as a team
to proceed forward in what they believe is best for the City.
Mayor Nee and the Council members extended their congratulations
to Councilman Schneider on his re-election to the Council.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to adopt the agenda as subxnitted.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
OPEN FORUM, VISITORS:
There was no response from the audience under this item of
business.
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� PUBLIC HEARING•
1. PUBLIC HEARING ON A FINAL PLAT P.S. #88-02, NORTHCO
CORPORATION. BY FRIDLEY BUSINESS CENTER PARTNERSHIP:
MOTION by Councilman Billings to waive the reading of the public
hearing notice and open the public hearing. Seconded by Councilman
Fitzpatrick. IIpon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared
the motion carried unanimously and the public hearing opened at
7:49 p.m.
Ms. Dacy, Planning Coordinator, stated this plat is for a parcel
of property located between 73rd and 71st Avenues, east of
University Avenue. She stated the parcel is zoned heavy industrial
and the petitioner is proposing to subdivide the parcel into 11
lots.
Ms. Dacy stated there was concern at the Planning Commission
meeting regarding the visual impact. She stated a 100 foot setback
is required abutting 73rd Avenue, as well as a 20 foot parking
setback for berming and landscaping.
Ms. Dacy stated a traffic study has been completed for this site
' and the traffic consultant may wish to comment.
Ms. Dacy stated the Planning Commission has recommended approval
of the plat with eight stipulations. She stated staff has met with
the petitioner and has resolved stipulations No. 7 and 8 pertaining
to adequate right-of-way at the intersections and driveway access
at the curve of the proposed street.
Mr. A1 Quam, 399 73rd Avenue, stated his concern was mainly in
regard to the visual impact for residents in Melody Manor. He felt
an eight foot berm with natural plantings along 73rd Avenue could
reduce the visual impact. He did not feel a three or a four foot
berm would be effective. Mr. Quam felt additional plantings in the
median would be beneficial, however, it may have some traffic
implications.
Councilwoman Jorgenson felt total screening could not be provided
as the buildings will need to be visible from 73rd Avenue. She
stated she understands the reason for fronting the buildings on
73rd is to provide a larger setback. Councilwoman,7orgenson stated
she does, however, understand Mr. Quam's concern.
Mr. Quam s�ated there is already an existing berm near the service
road and felt it could be extended at minimal expense.
� Mr. Bruce Carlson, representing Northco Corporation, stated Northco
is headquartered in Minneapolis specializinq in the development of
offices and office/warehouse projects in the metropolitan area.
He stated Northco has had considerable experience with the type of
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� development they are proposing for this site.
Mr. Carlson stated they try to be a good citizen in the communities
where they are located and have met with Mr. Quam and residents in
the area. He stated they are not requesting any rezoning or
special use permits. Mr. Carlson stated their architect, marketing
representative, and traffic consultant are here this evening to
answer any questions.
Mr. Tom Gerster, KKE Architects, stated they have worked with
Northco Corporation, the City staff, and residents to address
concerns regarding this proposed development. He stated there is
a significant amount of vegetation and trees throughout this site.
Mr. Gerster stated by providing an internal roadway, it allows them
to preserve some of the existing trees. He stated the internal
roadway also provides a front door to all sites in the project.
He stated one access is being requested o£f 73rd.
Mr. Gerster stated one of the concerns that has been addressed is
the issue of screening along 73rd Avenue, He stated they do need
visibility to the site. He stated they will maintain a 100 foot
setback and provide a 15 foot bikeway/walkway easement. He stated
with the riqht-of-way and setback requirements, the closest a
� residence could possibly be from the proposed building would be 255
feet.
Mr. Gerster stated they would propose a three to four foot berm
with landscaping spread along the top of the berm and not provide
a total screen, but simply break the line of view. He stated the
typical building would be i8 feet in height and similar in height
to the pitch of the roofs of neighboring residences.
Mr. Gerster stated they voluntarily submitted architectural
guidelines as part of this plat to try and set a precedent for the
development of this site. He stated they have proposed an entry
monument sign along the University Avenue frontage road. He stated
he recognizes they will have to submit guidelines for tree
preservation.
Mr. Dave Koski, Barton-Aschman Associates, stated his firm
conducted the traffic study for this proposed development. He
stated this development, as proposed, is probably the lowest
traffic generator for this site. He stated if you compare this
development with what Cub Foods had proposed, this proposal would
generate only 1�� o£ the traffic that Cub Foods would have
generated. Mr. Koski stated about 40� of the traffic would be
coming from the north, 40� from the south and 20� from the east.
He stated the development would have no significant impact on the
� traffic, particularly at 73rd and University Avenues. He stated
they do not see the traffic on 71st being a problem.
Mr. Burns, City Manager, asked if they have a proposed timetable
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for developing the entire site.
Mr. Carlson stated they hope, if the plat approval process is
completed in the next month, to commence their marketing efforts
and complete the project in three to four years. He stated Carter
Day possibly has some need now for additional space.
Councilwoman Jorgenson asked when construction would begin on the
first building.
Mr. Carlson stated he does not have the actual design for the
buildings, but felt within the next year there would be
qroundbreaking for the building.
Mayor Nee asked if the designs of the buildings have been
submitted.
Ms. Dacy stated they have been submitted to staff. 5he stated
staff did not have any concerns and the design and construction of
the buildings would be made a part of the development contract.
Mr. Quam stated the parking lot could be within 20 feet of 73rd
Avenue.
Ms. Dacy stated the setback for the parking is 20 feet from the
property line. She stated the building setback would be 100 feet
so there could be 80 feet of parking between the setback and the
building.
Councilman Billings asked if the buildings would be limited to one
story or if they could be higher.
Mr. Carlson stated he believed the City's Zoning code permits
higher buildings. He stated their design criteria addresses the
exterior materials and quality of the materials, but does not
specifically address the height. He stated they have not placed
any limits on height in their design criteria.
Councilman Billings stated he wanted to make sure everyone realizes
that the buildings could possibly be higher than one story.
Ms. Dacy stated when each individual lot owner comes in with their
building plan, they will have to submit a landscaping plan.
Councilman Billings asked how the City is assured that the berming
will be constructed.
Ms. Dacy stated the development contract can be written to include
berming along 73rd Avenue, if the Council so desires.
Councilman Billings asked the petitioner the maximum height of berm
they felt is acceptable to make this project viable.
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Mr. Gerster stated if they were to stay within the setback and
allow for the bikeway/walkway, it would leave 14 feet. He stated
a three to four foot berm would be the absolute maximum in order
to provide the proper maintenance. Mr. Gerster stated he felt the
intent was to work with berming and landscaping to provide a visual
break of the buildings. He fel� they would not wish to commit to
an exact height and would like the flexibility to review it on an
individual basis as the lots develop.
Mr. Carlson stated the landscaping will be more than just a strip
around the edge of the parcel. He stated they will present an
entire landscaping scheme.
Councilman Schneider asked if Northco would develop the property
or sell it to someone else to develop.
Mr. Carlson stated some would be developed by them and some will
be sold. He stated if they were to make some arbitrary statement
on the height of a berm, he did not know what this would accomplish
as far as the overall design of the site. He stated the visibility
of the project will be there and they would design and landscape
the site so it is compatible with the neighborhood. He stated he
respects Mr. Quam's concerns and they are concerned also about the
residents.
Ms. Dacy stated rather than specifying the berming, a plan could
be developed for the two lots along 73rd Avenue and submitted
before the building permits are issued for these lots. She stated
it would give the developer an opportunity to submit some plans and
this could become a condition of the plat.
Mr. Herrick, City Attorney, stated whatever agreement is reached
with the developer, this could be made enforceable against present
and future owners.
Mr. Gerster stated the preference would be for more general
language as the Council does have a review of each individual lot
as it is developed.
Mayor Nee asked if the developer would be willing to specify a
larger landscaping area than presently provided. He stated the
setback would be the same, the questian is how much they would
commit to landscaping area.
Mr. Gerster stated they are trying to achieve flexibility, however,
it would be his opinion that the maximum height of a berm would be
four feet in many locations.
Mr. Carlson stated their goal would be to live within the setback
requirements set forth in the ordinance and come in on a lot by
lot basis with their landscaping plan.
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1 Mayor Nee stated he felt more space is needed to do a good
landscaping job. He stated since the land is available, he would
like for the developer to commit space for this purpose.
Mr. Quam stated he is concerned with multi-story buildings. He
stated this was the first time he has heard that buildings could
be higher than one story. He felt this development should be done
in the spirit of the Carter Day development and try to accommodate
the neighborhood to reduce the visual impact.
Councilman Billings stated in regard to Stipulation No. 6, �'Block
2", should be added after Lots 5, 6 and 7.
Councilman Billings stated he also wanted to make sure the
developer is aware that 71st Avenue may have to be upgraded because
of additional trafffic and if this is necessary, assessments to the
developer would be forthcoming.
Mr. Carlson stated he has discussed the possible upgrading of 71st
Avenue with the City staff and that this may be necessary in the
future based on the use of the four lots with access to 71st.
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated based on the truck
' traffic, it may be necessary to upgrade 71st and if this is the
case, the costs would be assessed to the developer.
Mayor Nee questioned the type of buildings that would be
constructed in this development.
Mr. Jim Benson, Benson, Malkerson & Bradbury, stated these
buildings may be similar to the Winfield development. He stated
they would have more glass and attention to landscaping. He stated
quality building materials would be used. Mr. Benson stated the
code allows for multi-story buildings, but those are usually
commercial in nature and would require a special use permit in this
zoning district. He stated these buildings will be mostly single
story industrial buildings, and the lots facing 73rd Avenue are the
most expensive which indicate a higher class building.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to close the public hearing.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the
public hearing closed at 8:59 p.m.
NEW BUSINESS•
2. CON5IDERATION OF FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE
AMENDMENT OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CHARTER. SECTIONS 2.03(ELECTIVE
' OFFICERS), 4.02 (REGULAR MUNICTPAL ELECTIONSI AND 4.03
(PRIMARY ELECTIONSI �TABLED 7/11�881:
Mr. Hunt, Assistant to the City Manager, stated this item was
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considered by the Council on July 11 and tabled to no later than
this first meeting in January. He stated Mary Boedigheimer,
President of the League of Women Voters and Ed Hamernik, Vice-
Chairman of the Charter Commission, as well as some Charter
Commission members, are present this evening regarding this item.
Mr. Hamernik, Vice-Chairman of the Charter Commission, stated this
proposal is to change the times the City holds elections. He
stated, currently, there is an election every year in the City
where two Council members are elected one year, a single Council
member another year, and then the Council member-at-Large and Mayor
are elected the next year.
Mr. Hamernik stated this proposal would change the elections to
even number years only and be held in conjunction with State and
National elections. He stated this would provide that three
Council members would be elected one even numbered year and the
next even numbered year the Mayor and Council member-at-Large would
be elected. He stated the terms of office would change from three
year to four year terms.
Councilwoman Jorgenson asked when the Charter Commission began work
on this proposal.
Mr. Hamernik stated they started in early 1987 and it involved a
little over a year of work by the Charter Commission.
Mayor Nee stated the Council received this proposal by the Charter
Commission and held a public hearing. He stated there was very
limited public input and because there was concern that there was
not a great deal of public response, the proposal was referred to
the League of Women Voters to hold a hearing.
Ms. Boedigheimer, President of the League of Women Voters, thanked
the Council for attempting to obtain as much public input as
possible. She stated the League did not conduct a study on this
proposal and because this was not done, they could not poll their
members or make a consensus. She stated the Council has a copy of
their letter which should be self-explanatory.
Mayor Nee stated he thought the League had no recommendation, but
it seems the letter has a recommendation.
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to receive the letter from the
League of Woman Voters in regard to this proposal for Charter
amendments. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote,
all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
Ms. Boedigheimer stated a study was not conducted, but discussion
from their members led them to believe this should go before the
electorate. She stated she was sorry the League could not come up
with a clear-cut recommendation.
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� Mayor Nee asked Ms. Boedigheimer if she knew to what extent the
public participated in discussion of this proposal.
Ms. Boedigheimer stateci there was little public input. She stated
the hearing which they conducted was publicized in the Fridley
Focus and by word-of-mouth. She felt the Council had also tried
to obtain more public input.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated at the hearing before the League of
Women Voters, it seemed the Charter Commission members, League of
Women Voter members, and the City Council were the ones present.
Ms. Boedigheimer stated she believed there were two or three
persons from the public at the meeting.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to waive the reading and approve the
ordinance upon £irst reading. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick.
Councilman Sahneider stated he is prepared to support these
amendments. He stated there was not much public input, but
obviously this is not an issue that has public interest. He stated
he believed if this went to a referendum, it would not be
understandable or confusing or, at best, made into a political
, issue. He stated the Charter Commission has done a lot of work on
this progosal and he does not see any harm in it.
Mayor Nee stated some sound arguments have been presented for
change and £elt all the Council members have indicated they did
not have strong feelings one way or the other. He stated the
Charter Commission has spent a lot of time and hard work in
preparing this proposal. Mayor Nee stated in every instance in
the past, the Council has concurred and supported the Charter
Commission, particularly where there is no great concern one way
or the other.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated the Charter Commission is a non-
partisan group ot individuals which represent both political
parties. She stated they are not appointed by the Council, but by
a District Judge. She stated she wanted to thank the Charter
Commission and League oP Women Voters for the amount of time spent
on this issue.
Councilman Fitzpatrick stated he believed the Charter Commission
has performed well as these are the types of issues they are to
consider. He stated the Commission worked hard on this issue and
has submitted their recommendation which he is prepared to support.
Councilman Billings stated when this issue was being discussed by
� the Charter Commission, he expressed his intent to vote against
it, if there was any measurable opposition. He stated he has seen
no objections to this issue at the hearing before the City Council.
He stated there was one person who spoke in opposition at a later
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Council meeting, and not at the hearing, and understands he was the
only person who opposed it at the League of Women Voters' meeting.
Councilman Billings stated it is difficult to draw a conclusion if
all voters of the City are in favor of it or do not consider it an
issue of such znagnitude that it would have that great of an impact
on the City.
UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, all voted aye, and
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
3. RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF
DECEMBER 21. 1988:
A. CONSIDERATION OF SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP #88-16, FOR
A REPAIR GARAGE AT 7267 COMMERCE CIRCLE N.E. BY
JIM BURCH•
Ms. Dacy, Planning Coordinator, stated this is a request for a
special use permit to operate a repair qarage in a multi-tenant
building. She stated the Planning Commission and staff both
recommend approval with three stipulations which she outlined.
Mr. Burch stated he does a lot of decorative painting for Waldoch
� Crafts. Fie stated when it was found his operation was illegal in
the zoning district where he was operating, he and staff have been
working to find a suitable location for his business. He stated
he wished to remain in Fridley and the new location will be larger
and allows expansion of his business.
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MOTION by Councilman Billings to concur with the recommendation of
the Planning Commission and grant Special Use Permit, SP #88-16,
with the following stipulations: (1) outside storage of cars is
prohibited; (2) the tenant bay be modified to meet the City's Fire
Code requirements; and (3) repair work shall be conducted within
the building. No outdoor repair activity is permitted. Seconded
by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to receive the minutes of the
Planning Commission Meeting of December 21, 1988. Seconded by
Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
4. CONSIDERATION OF ESTABLISHING A PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR A
REZONING, ZOA #88-04, TO REZONE FROM C-2 AND R-2 TO R-3, FOR
NORWOOD SQUARE SENIOR HOUSING. BY COMMiINITY DEVELOPMENT
CORPORATION:
MOTION by Councilman Billings to set the public hearing date for
this rezoning request for January 23, 1989. Seconded by
Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
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5. CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZING STAFF TO EXECUTE THE ABATEMENT
OF THIS NUISANCE AT 640 DOVER STREET N.E.:
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to authorize staff to execute the
abatement of this nuisance as outlined in City Code 110. Seconded
by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION TO PREPARE PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE PROPOSED NORTH SATELLITE FIRE STATION:
Mr. Aldrich, Fire Chief, stated if the Council
preparation of plans and specifications for the
satellite fire station, it would be his intention
the same type of structure built on the east side
the same materials, color, and design would be used
City Manager suggested adding several feet to the
so there may be some minor interior changes.
authorizes the
proposed north
to proceed with
�f the City, and
. He stated the
apparatus room
Mr. Aldrich stated it was felt City staff personnel could be used
to prepare the drawings. Ae stated Mr. Flora raised the question
if this was done, if there would be any copyright problems. Mr.
Aldrich stated the City Attorney, Mr. Herrick, did not believe
there would be a problem, if these drawings were not included in
the desiqn contract.
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to authorize the preparation of
plans and specifications for the proposed north satellite fire
station. Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, all
voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 1-1989 TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS TO SELL SURPLUS
FIRE APPARATUS:
Mr. Aldrich, Fire Chief, stated the fire suppression equipment for
the new grass fire unit has been purchased and installed. He
stated the 1958 International pickup truck can now be considered
surplus equipment and he would recommend the Council authorize
disposal of this unit by sealed bid. He stated he felt the equip-
ment was not worth keeping due to the age and safety considerations
make it not in the City's best interests to keep this equipment.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 1-1989.
Seconded by Councilman Billings.
Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if the City incurs any legal liability
in selling equipment of that age.
Mr. Aldrich stated in advertising for bids, he felt language can
be included to eliminate any liability to the City.
Mr. Herrick, City Attorney, stated the only concern he would have
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is if it is known the unit has defects or deficiencies, they would
have to be corrected or identified. He stated i£ it is simply
outdated and old that, in itself, would not create any liability.
UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, all voted aye, and
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDERATION OF THE LION'5 CLUB WAIVER REQUEST:
Mr. Hill, Public Safety Director, stated the Lion°s Club is
requesting a waiver of the 60 day waiting period for a gambling
license. He stated the Lion's Club has made application for a
gambling license to conduct pull-tab operations at Maple Lanes.
He stated if this is approved, it will be the second location for
pull-tab operation in the City by the Lion's Club. He stated the
other location is at George Is In Fridley.
Mr. Hill stated the Police Department has already conducted a
background investigation for the Lion's Club pull-tab operation at
George Is In Fridley and there has been no significant changes in
the officers of this organization. He stated the Council has the
option to deny the application; not to take any action for the 60
day waiting period; or to grant this request and notify the State
that the City is waiving the 60 day waiting period and has no
intentions of opposing this request.
Mr. Gargaro, representing the Lion's Club, stated they wished to
have a second pull-tab operation as they recently lost their lease
at the Skywood Mall for bingo. He stated the second pull-tab
operation would help rejuvenate the income lost from the bingo
operation and allow them to continue their charitable donations.
Mr. Gargaro stated they would like to be operating by March 1 so
they could have several months of good sales while the bowling
leagues are still being held.
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to waive the 60 day waiting period
for a gambling license for the Lion's Club. Seconded by
Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 2-1989 TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR ONE (11
PORTABLE STAGE UNIT:
Mr. Kirk, Director of Parks and Recreation, stated this portable
stage unit or showmobile was approved in the 1989 Capital
Improvements Budget. He stated this showmobile has a number of
potential uses for band/orchestra concerts, dramatic per£ormances,
talent show/entertainment and special events. He stated there is
also the option of renting this unit to other community qroups or
organizations, if the Council wishes.
Mr. Kirk felt the prime use times for this unit would be late
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spring, the summer months, and late fall. He stated it is hoped
the unit can be purchased in time for this summer's recreational
programs and for 49er Days.
Mr. Kirk stated it is suggested bids be advertised through January
and opened on February 2 for submission to the Council on February
13.
Mr. Kirk stated the Council received a promotional flyer for the
showmobile and explained the size of the stage and some of its
features. He stated he believes the showmobile would be an asset
to the community.
Councilwoman Jorgenson aslred if this unit would be handicapped
accessible.
Mr. Kirk stated it would take a
stairway. He stated he is not
supplied so the City may have to
accessible to the handicapped.
modi£ication as it comes with a
aware of a ramp which could be
construct one, if it were to be
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 2-1989.
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all votinq
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
10. RESOLUTION NO. 3-1989 TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR CIVIC CENTER
TECHNICAL SYSTEM:
Mr. Hunt, Assistant to the City Manager, stated this technical
system is part of the Civic Center renovation project and deals
with the electronic equipment that would be used primarily in the
Council Chamber. He stated there would be a system of two
retractable video projectors. He stated there would be two
overhead cameras, one over the podium and the other over the
Council bench where staff would make their presentations. He
stated both could be used for transparencies or opaque items. Mr.
Hunt stated there would be another fixed camera located behind the
Council and provisions for two floor cameras.
Mr. Hunt also explained the proposed lighting and the monitors that
would be provided.
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated he understands this system will
have the capability of running video tapes, but not the capability
to run slides.
Mr. Hunt stated the specifications do not include a device to
transmit slides into a video.
Councilman Schneider stated in reality, someone will come in with
a slide presentation and felt the Council should be able to
accommodate them.
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� Mr. Hunt stated the whole design is more for video technology,
rather than slide technology, but he would discuss this with the
consultant.
Councilman Schneider asked if the monitors can receive everything
that is on the cable system.
Mr. Hunt stated the monitors are controlled from the Control Room,
but he would check on this further.
Mr. Herrick, City Attorney, felt a request for service contract
should probably be included in the bid.
Mayor Nee asked if more than one contractor would install the
system.
Mr. Hunt stated the consultant would be in charge of the
installation.
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated Mr. Herrick's suggestion is good,
but felt the service contract should be bid as an option.
Mr. Hunt stated he felt all the bids will include a warranty, but
� the City should look at a service contract.
Mayor Nee stated the City of Minnetonka has compiled a brochure on
how to prepare materials for presentation to the City Council and
felt this would be a good idea for Fridley.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 3-1989.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
11. ORDINANCE NO. 91$ RECODIFYING THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE, CHAPTER
3, ENTITLED "PERSONNEL" BY ADDING SECTION 3.12, EMPLOYEE
APPRECIATION:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to waive the second reading of
Ordinance No. 918 and adapt it on the second reading and order
publication. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
12. CONSIDERATION OF CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS TO DIFFERENT
AGENCIES:
MAYOR PRO TEM:
� MOTION by Councilman Schneider to nominate Councilwoman Jorgenson
for Mayor Pro Tem for 1989.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the nomina-
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tions closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the appointment
of Councilwoman Jorgenson as Mayor Pro Tem.
ANOKA COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT COUNCIL:
MOTIQN by Councilman Fitzpatrick to naminate Councilman Schneider
as Representative to the Anoka County Law Enforcement Council.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the nomina-
tions closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the appointment
of Councilman Schneider as Representative to the Anoka County Law
Enforcement Council.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to nominate Councilwoman Jorgenson
as Alternate to the Anoka County Law Enforcement Council.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the nomina-
tions closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the appointment
of Councilwoman Jorgenson as Alternate to the Anoka County Law
Enforcement Council.
SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY:
� MOTION by Councilman Schneider to appointment John Flora, Public
Works Director, as Representative to the Suburban Rate Authority
and the Assistant Public Works Director as the Alternate. Seconded
by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
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ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITIES:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to nominate Councilman Fitzpatrick
as Delegate to the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities and
Councilwoman Jorgenson as Alternate.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the nomina-
tions closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the appointment
of Councilman Fitzpatrick, as Delegate, and Councilwoman Jorgenson,
as Alternate, to the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities.
SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. #14 COMMUNITY SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL:
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to nominate Councilwoman Jorgenson
as Representative to School District #14.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the nomina-
tions closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the appointment
of Councilwoman Jorgenson as Representative to School District #14.
SCHOOL DISTRICT #13 REPRESENTATIVE:
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to nominate Councilman Billings,
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� as Representative to School District #13.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the nomina-
tions closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the appointment
of Councilman Billings as Representative to School District #13.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to nominate Councilwoman Jorgenson,
as Alternate to School District #13.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the nomina-
tions closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the appointment
of Councilwoman Jorgenson as Alternate to School District #13.
SCHOOL DISTRICT #16 REPRESENTATIVE:
MoTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to nominate Councilman Schneider
as Representative to School District #16.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the nomina-
tions closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the appointment
of Councilman Schneider as Representative to School District #16.
LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES:
� MOTION by Councilman Billings to nominate Councilman Fitzpatrick,
as Representative, and Councilman Schneider, as Alternate, to the
League of Minnesota Cities.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the nomina-
tions closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the appointment
of Councilman Fitzpatrick, as Representative, and Councilman
Schneider, as Alternate, to the League of Minnesota Cities.
RECEIVING LIST OF COMMISSION MEMBERS WHOSE TERMS EXPIRE
APRIL 1. 1989 AND JIINE 9. 1989:
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to receive the list of Commission
members whose terms expire in 1989. Seconded by Councilman
Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared
the motion carried unanimously.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated anyone interested in serving on the
City Commissions should send a resume to Sill Hunt, Assistant to
the City Manager. She stated the Council is looking for persons
to serve on the Energy, Environmental Quality, Human Resources,
Park and Recreation, and Cable Television Commissions.
RESOLUTION NO. 4-1989 DESIGNATING DIRECTOR AND ALTERNATE
� DIRECTOR TO SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 4-1989
designating John Flora, Public Works Director, as Director, and
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the Assistant Public Works Director, as Alternate Director, to the
Suburban Rate Authority. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon
a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
13. RESOLUTION NO. 5-1989 DESIGNATING OFFICIAL DEPOSITORIES FOR
THE CITY OF FRIDLEY:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 5-1989.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
14. RESOLUTION NO. 6-1989 DESIGNATING OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER FOR THE
YEAR 1989•
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to adopt Resolution No. 6-1989.
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
15. APPOINTMENT: CITY EMPLOYEE:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to concur with the following
appointment by the City Manager:
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NAME POSITION SALARY DATE REPLACES
Jeffrey R. Long Patrol Officer
5616 Countryside Rd. (part. exempt)
Edina, MN 55436
$1,795/ 1/17/89 Fred
month Bebensee
(1988 rate)
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
16. CLAIMS:
MoTION by Councilman Schneider to authorize payment of Claims No.
24116 through 24375. Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a
voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
17. LICENSES:
MoTION by Councilwoman
submitted and as on file
by Councilman Schneider,
Nee declared the motion
18. ESTIMATES:
Jorgenson to approve the licenses as
in the License Clerk's Office. Seconded
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to approve the estimates as
submitted:
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Herrick & Newman, P.A.
6401 University Avenue N.E.
Fridley, MN 55432
For Services Rendered as City Attorney
for the Month of December, 1988. ......
Volk Sewer & Water
8909 Bass Creek Court
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
$ 3,258.70
Water, Sanitary & Storm Sewer Project No. 183
FINAL ESTIMATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 21,714.55
Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT•
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adjourn the meeting. Seconded
by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the Regular Meeting
of the Fridley City Council of January 9, 1989 adjourned at 10:22
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Carole Haddad
Secretary to the City Council
Approved:
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William J. Nee
Mayor