03/20/1989 - 00006810THE MIN[TTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF
� MARCH 20, 1989
The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order
at 7:48 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, Councilman Billings,
Councilman Fitzpatrick, Councilman
Schneider and Councilwoman Jorqenson
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION:
FAIR HOUSING MONTH - APRIL. 1989
Mr. Hunt, Assistant to the City Manager, read a proclamation
proclaiming April, 1989 as Fair Housing Month in the City of
Fridley.
� Mayor Nee urged the citizens of Fridley to join in this observance
with the Anoka County Community Housing Resource Board and the
Anoka County Board of Realtors by taking an active part in programs
sponsored by these organizations who are taking an active role in
helping make Fridley a better place to live and work.
Mr. Don Weeding, representing the Anoka County Board of Realtors,
accepted this proclamation from Mayor Nee.
Mr. Weeding thanked Mayor Nee and the Council members for this
proclamation.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 27, 1989:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve the minutes as presented.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
COUNCIL MEETING, MARCH 6, 1989:
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to approve the minutes as
presented. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote,
� all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
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� ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
Mayor Nee stated it has been requested that Item l0 be deleted from
the agenda.
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatriok to adopt the aqenda, with the
deletion of Item 10. 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.
PUBLIC HEARING•
1. PUBLIC HEARING ON A VACATION. 5AV #89-01, BY WDBH REALTY
COMPANY FOR NORTHTOWN NISSAN:
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to waive the reading of the public
hearing notice and open the public hearing. Seconded by Councilman
Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared
� the motion carried unanimously and the public hearing opened at
7:53 p.m.
Mr. Robertson, Community Development Director, stated this property
is located on University Avenue between 77th and 79th Avenues
surrounded by commercial zoning on the north, south, and east sides
and by heavy industrial on the west side. He stated the request
is the vacation of a 3Q foot street easement located along the east
property line.
Mr. Robertson stated this property has been the subject of a series
of consolidation of lots and street vacations. He stated the City
vacated part of the easement in 1987 and retained a 30 foot street
and utility easement. He stated this request was part of seven
stipulations attached to the Northtown vacation in October, 1988.
He stated the idea was all parts of the Northtown vacation were to
be one tax parcel. He stated this has not been executed and should
be done as a stipulation to this vacation, if approved.
Mr. Robertson stated the existing utility easement should be
retained and a drainage easement added.
Mr. Robertson stated the Planning Commission recommended approval
of this vacation request with the following three stipulations:
(1) the parcels shall be combined into one tax parcel prior to
� final adoption of the ordinance authorizing the vacation; (2) the
easement for utility purposes shall be retained as currently
described; and (3) the petitioner shall execute a 30 foot drainage
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� easement to the City for the same location.
No persons in the audience spoke regarding this proposed vacation.
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to close the public hearing.
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the
public hearing closed at 7:56 p.m.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to direct staff to prepare an
ordinance for first reading granting this vacation with the
stipulations recommended. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick.
upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion
carried unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS:
2. CONSIDERATION OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP #88-15, BY COMM[7NITY
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION:
Ms. Dacy, Planning Coordinator, stated this item was tabled by the
Council at the February 13 meeting to give staff an opportunity to
further investigate the use of exterior construction materials.
' She stated a letter has been received from Mary Gabler, Director
of Development for the Community Development Corporation, outlining
their response to the different types of construction materials and
implications for future renters.
Ms. Dacy stated Community Development Corporation felt an all brick
building would look too much like an institution and the H-shape
would also have to be changed. She stated they have indicated wood
siding is not acceptable because of the constant maintenance.
Ms. Dacy stated as pointed out in Ms. Gabler's letter, four
different alternatives were outlined. She stated one is replacing
the aluminum siding with wood siding; replacing the rock face block
with brick (to the first floor window sills); replacing the
aluminum siding with wood siding and replacing the rock face block
with brick; and providing an all brick exterior.
Ms. pacy stated Community Development Corporation would like to
maintain their original recommendation for the exterior finish
which consists of rock face block to the first floor windows, with
a combination of stucco and aluminum siding. She stated they
believed the shape and design of the materials are acceptable for
that particular neiqhborhood.
Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if a sample of the exterior materials
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Ms. Gabler stated they have photographs of buildings with similar
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materials so the Council can get an overall feeling of the
building.
Ms. Gabler stated she wished to reiterate some of the points in her
letter. She stated the alternative of providing brick up to the
first floor windows would add about $13 per month to the rent for
each unit and, in turn, may increase the minimum income of people
moving into the building. She felt it would have an extensive
effect on the building and residents living there.
Councilman Schneider asked Ms. Gabler if they would be requesting
assistance from the Housing and Redevelopment Authority and in what
area.
Ms. Gabler stated they are waiting for the Senior Housing Study to
be completed. She stated they expect, however, their request for
assistanae to the HRA will be in the land write-dawn.
Mr. Culligan, Boarman and Associates, presented several photos of
housing structures and a commercial building. He stated the
American Lung Building in St. Paul has rock face block and brick
and similar to the material they are proposing. He stated the rock
face block is a product that can be tinted or dyed to pick up on
the brick or stone materials. He stated rock face block was
developed as a substitute to stone.
Mr. Culligan also presented a photo of Victoria Place, a two-story
apartment complex with a brick face and aluminum siding. He stated
the building reflects a clean, crisp image and has an improved
aluminum siding. Mr. Culligan stated the aluminum siding provides
for a maintenance £ree exterior and eliminates the costs for
painting every several years and the potential of an eyesore for
adjoining neighbors. He felt the aluminum siding lends itself to
a more residential standard. He pointed out that the Village Green
Townhouses, across from City Hall, also have aluminum siding.
Mr. Culligan stated the photo of the all brick building located
along 35E was more appropriate along a freeway and not in a
residential area.
Mr. Culligan stated they feel what is appropriate is rock face
block to the first flaor windows, with a combination of aluminum
siding, above the rock face block, and stucco.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated the building is more attractive on
the photos than what she had anticipated.
Councilman Billings stated he felt this project will have a
� tremendous impact on the City, however, he was prepared to move for
approval, if any of the other Council members did not have any
objections. Councilman Billings felt if the Council requests a
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brick building, it is almost sending a message to the HRA that they
want them to participate in the project. He pointed out this
project may be competing with development of senior housing in the
southwest corner of Mississippi and University. He felt the HRA
would not want to provide funding for projects that are contrary
to the long term plans of the City; however, the results have not
been completed on the Senior Housing Study.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to grant Special Use Permit, SP #88-
15, subject to second and final reading of the rezoning ordinance,
and with the followinq stipulations:
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The applicant shall submit a storm water management plan at
the time of building permit application.
The applicant shall comply with the conditions of approval
£or the lot split application.
3. The applicant shall record restrictive covenants dictating
that the project is for the elderly only and is not an
apartment building to be rented to the general public. The
covenants shall be reviewed and approved by the City
Attorney's office prior to recording.
4. A revised landscape plan shall be submitted at the time of
building permit application, containinq the following changes:
(a) Japanese Greenleaf Barberry Hedge along the front parking
area shall be installed and maintained at a height of 3- 4
feet and spaced at 1-1/2 - 2 feet; (b) All trees shall be
balled and burlapped. No tree spaded Evergreens will be
permitted; (c) Street trees shall have a 2-1/2 inch caliper.
The Cranberry trees shall have a 1-3/4 inch - 2 inch caliper
and the shrubs shall have a 2 foot or 5 gallon pot; (d) In
order to accomplish consistent screening along the rear lot
line in compliance with Section 205.09.D7.B, the applicant
shall install one of the three combinations of fencing and
landscaping: (1) install an eight foot privacy fence with
five Silver Maples; (2) install a continuous Spruce Evergreen
planting of ten foot trees at 10 - 15 foot spacing; (3)
install and maintain a hedge at minimum 6- 8 feet of Techny
Arborvitae, Upriqht Juniper or Amur Maple spaced at 1-1/2 -
2 feet.
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The applicant shall install an underground lawn sprinkling
system to maintain all lawn5 and landscaping on the property.
All parking areas shall be striped and shall be lined with
concrete curb.
Park dedication fees shall be paid at time of building permit
application.
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Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson.
Councilman Schneider stated his concern is there is very little
developable land left in the City and the Council has pushed very
hard for quality construction and brick buildings. He stated
perhaps the rock face block is as good as brick, but he did have
some concern that this may affect future projects. He stated he
would support the motion, but with reservations.
Councilwoman Jorgenson questioned the rents for these units.
Ms. Gabler stated the rents would be around $500 per month for a
one bedroom unit. She stated one factor that could affect this
figure is the interest rate for their financing. Ms. Gabler stated
the market study revealed that the rents would have to be kept
between $500 to $800 for these units. She stated if they could not
come within these figures, she would be uncomfortable in this
market area. Ms. Gabler stated they want to keep the rents as
affordable as possible.
UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, all voted aye, and
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
3. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO CITY COMMISSIONS:
HUMAN RESOURCES COMMISSION:
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to nominate LeRoy Oquist, 1011
Hackmann Circle N.E., for appointment to the Human Resources
Commission for a three year term beginning April 1, 1989.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the
nominations closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the
appointment of LeRoy Oquist to the Human Resources Commission.
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to nominate William Campbell, 1011
Center Circle N.E., for appointment to the Human Resources
Commission for a three year term beginning April 1, 1989.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the
nominations closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the
appointment of William Campbell to the Human Resources Commission.
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to nominate Dick Young for
reappointment to the Parks and Recreation Commission for a three
year term beginning April 1, 1989.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the
nominations closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the
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� reappointment of Dick Young to the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Councilman Schneider stated a letter was received from Tim Solberg,
6210 Rice Creek Drive, a 12 year resident of Fridley who has
indicated his interest in serving on the Parks and Recreation
Commission.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to nominate Tim Solberg, 6210 Rice
Creek Drive, for appointment to the Parks and Recreation Commission
for a three year term beginning April 1, 1989.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the
nominations closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the
appointment of Tim Solberg to the Parks and Recreation Commission.
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY:
MOTION by Mayor Nee to nominate Larry Commers for reappointment to
the Housing and Redevelopment Authority for a five year term
beginning June 9, 1989.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the
nominations closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the
� reappointment of Larry Commers to the Housinq and Redevelopment
Authority.
CABLE TELEVISION COMMISSION:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to nominate Duane Peterson for
reappointment to the Cable Television Commission for a three year
term beginning April 1, 1989.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the
nominations closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the
reappointment of Duane Peterson to the Cable Television Commission.
POLICE COMMISSION:
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to nominate Mavis Hauge for
reappointment to the Police Commission for a three year term
beginning April 1, 1989.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the
nominations closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the
reappointment of Mavis Hauge to the Police Commission.
APPEALS COMMISSION:
� MOTION by Councilman Billings to nominate Diane Savage for
reappointment to the Appeals Commission for a three year term
beginning April 1, 1989.
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There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the
nominations closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the
reappointment of Diane Savage to the Appeals Commission.
ENERGY COMMISSION:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to nominate Dean Saba for
reappointment to the Energy Commission for a three year term
beginning April 1, 1989.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the
nominations closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the
reappointment of Dean Saba to the Energy Commission.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to nominate Bruce Bondow for
reappointment to the Energy Commission for a three year term
beginning April 1, 1989.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the
nominations closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the
reappointment of Bruce Bondow to the Energy Commission.
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION:
MOTION by Councilman Fit2patrick to nominate Paul Dahlberq for
reappointment to the Environmental Quality Commission for a three
year term beginning April 1, 1989.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the
nominations closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the
reappointment of Paul Dahlberg to the Environmental Quality
Commission.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to nominate Steven Stark for
reappointment to the Environmental Quality Commission for a three
year term beginning April 1, 1989.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Nee declared the
nominations closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the
reappointment of Steven Stark to the Environmental Quality
commission.
NEW BUSINESS:
4. CONSIDERATION OF FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING
SECTION 4.06 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CHARTER:
Mr. Hunt, Assistant to the City Manager, stated this amendment is
proposed as it was found that the Charter was in conflict with
State election laws. He stated a similar conflict occurred in 1984
which led to the amendment of this section in 1985 to bring it into
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� dock. Ms. Dacy stated several options were discussed for
screening, however, the area is used by their employees for
recreational purposes and they do have a concern about maintenance.
She felt if three evergreens were planted to the northeast of the
5tylmark sign, it would help break up the view of the loading dock.
Ms. Dacy stated Mr. Brink, President of Stylmark, wished to meet
with the Council to request this stipulation be waived.
Mr. Brink stated they have always maintained a nice facility for
the past 29 years they have been in business. He stated additional
plantings would increase maintenance time and costs in mowing and
trimming around the base of the three trees. Mr. Brink stated they
have spent two years in fine tuning the sprinkler system so that
there are not any dry spots in the lawn. Mr. Brink stated you
cannot eliminate the fact that there is a parking lot there
regardless of what is done. He stated he would hate to maintain
a fence and hedge.
Mr. Brink stated there are only about nine residences on the street
as they own all the property to the north. He stated the loading
dock is not their main loading area and is really their shop
� parking lot. He felt the installation of the three trees, as
recommended by staff, would cause problems with maintenance and
they would have to start relocating sprinkler heads.
Councilman Fitzpatrick stated he would agree that planting three
trees is not going to totally screen the parking lot. He stated
he is convinced Mr. Brink cares about the appearance of his
property and is dedicated to properly maintaining the aesthetics.
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to waive stipulation No. 2 of
variance request, VAR #$8-26, approved on November 15, 1988.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson.
Councilman Schneider stated he would agree the property is well-
maintained. He asked Mr. Brink if he was not aware of the
stipulation when the variance was approved.
Mr. Brink stated he was unable to attend the meeting when the
variance was granted. Ae stated he was under the impression the
landscaping plan was left open and did not realize additional
screening of the parking was required.
UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, all voted aye, and
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
� 7. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDING MPCA SUBSTATE AGREEMENT FOR THE
MOORE LAKE RESTORATION PROJECT:
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� RESOLUTION NO. 32-1989 AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE
AGREEMENT ON BEHALF OF THE CITY:
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated the amendment to the
Substate Agreement for the Moore Lake Restoration Projeot has been
received. He stated this amendment formally executes a completion
date for December 31, 1989, and modifies some of the payments for
the approved items. He stated the Mayor needs to execute the
agreement on behalf of the City in order to collect funds from the
State.
Mr. Flora stated he would recommend Council adopt this resolution
authorizing the Mayor to execute the amended Substate Agreement.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 32-1989.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
8. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVING AND CORRECTING CHANGE ORDERS NO.
1, 2 AND 3 FOR THE FRIDLEY MUNICIPAL CENTER IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. 189•
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated there are a number of
1 change orders for the Municipal Center Improvement Project that
were individually approved by the City Manager. He stated Change
Order No. 1 consists of proposal requests No. 1 through 4 and No.
8 through 12 for a total cost of $16,570 involving roof, column and
structural modifications.
Mr. Flora stated Change Order No. 2 is proposal request No. 5 for
a total cost of $8,975 to support the necessary conduit for
increased lighting and surveillance within the parking ramp desired
by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority.
Mr. Flora stated Change Order No. 3 consists of proposal requests
No. 7, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19 and 22 for a total cost of $21,157 and
combines some fire station revisions and tile changes.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve Change Order No. 1 for
$16,570; Change Order No. 2 for $8,975; and Change Order No. 3 for
$21,157 for the Municipal Center Improvement Project No. 189.
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
9. CONSIDERATION OF CHANGE ORDER NO. 6 FOR THE FRIDLEY MUNICIPAL
CENTER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 189:
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated this change order consists
� Of pYOpOShc requests NO. 17� 26� 32� 34� 37� 39� 40� 43� 44� 46�
47, 56, 60 and 63 for a total cost of $39,826.72 and work orders
No. 19D1 to 1923 (except 1914) for a total of $12,309.71.
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Mr. Flora stated the proposal requests are initiated by the
Architect and the work orders initiated by the Project Manager and
staff, as a means of expediting the work in progress. He stated
the work orders have been included in this change order as a formal
identification of the costs and the work being accomplished.
Mr. Flora stated in a meeting held today, it was found that
proposal request No. 63 for the elevator shaft rework should be
eliminated, therefore, this cost of $650 should be subtracted from
the $39,82b.72 proposal request figure for a total change order
amount of $51,486.43.
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to approve Change Order No. 6 for
$51,486.43 for the Municipal Center Improvement Project No. 189.
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
10. CONSIDERATION OF RECEIVING BIDS AND AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR
LAKE POINTE DEVELOPMENT MAINTENANCE PROJECT NO. 187:
This item was deleted from the agenda.
11. CONSIDERATION OF RECEIVING BIDS AND AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR
STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. ST. 1989-10 (SEALCOATI:
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated three bids were received
for this sealcoat project.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to receive the following bids for
Street Improvement Project No. ST. 1989-10 (Sealcoat):
Allied Blacktop
10503 89th Avenue North
Maple Grove, MN 55369
Astec Corporation
P. O. Box 1025
St. Cloud, MN 56302
Bituminous Roadways
2825 Cedar Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55407
$ 99,806.58
$104,667.61
$112,734.89
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Flora stated Allied Blacktop was the low bidder and staff would
recommend the contrct be awarded to them for this projeat.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to award the bid for Street
Improvement Project No. ST. 1989-10 (Sealcoat) to the low bidder,
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Allied Blacktop in the amount of $99,806.58. Seconded by
Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
12. CONSIDERATION OF RECEIVING BIDS AND AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR
1989 MISCELLANEOUS CONCRETE CURB, GUTTER AND SIDEWALK PROJECT:
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated seven bids were received
for this miscellaneous concrete curb, gutter and sidewalk project.
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to receive the following bids:
Gunderson Brothers
2325 Snelling Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55404
Standard Sidewalk
3346 Washington Avenue No.
Minneapolis, MN 55412
Lindahl & Carlson, Inc.
1821 University Ave., #245
St. Paul, MN 55104
Halvorson Construction
4227 165th Avenue N.E.
Anoka, MN 55304
Adcon, Inc.
16191 Round Lake Boulevard
Andover, MN 55304
HRS Construction
18140 Fenway Avenue North
Forest Lake, MN 55025
Ron Graves Contracting
10400 Bass Lake Road
Plymouth, MN
$ 35,295.00
$ 35,380.00
$ 35,395.D0
$ 36,378.00
$ 56,500.00
$ 57,84D.00
$108,435.00
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Flora stated the low bidder was Gunderson Brothers and staff
recommends the contract be awarded to them.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to award the bid for the 1989
Miscellaneous Concrete Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Project to the
� low bidder, Gunderson Brothers in the amount of $35,295. Seconded
by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
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� 13. RESOLUTION NO. 33-1989 SUPPORTING MOTOR VEHICLE EXCISE TAX
(MVET1 FUNDING FOR STREET CONSTRUCTION:
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated the 1989 Legislature is
considering a bill to transfer the existing Motor Vehicle Excise
Tax (MVET) from the Highway User Distribution Fund to a Highway
Transportation Study Fund which predominately supports Light Rail
Transit. He stated, currently, 30 percent of MVET monies are
turned over for highway uses. He stated of that 30 percent, 25
percent goes to transit studies and 75 percent to the State,
counties, and cities for distribution.
Mr. Flora stated this bill would eliminate the MVET Highway User
Fund and that portion transferred directly to the Minnesota
Department of Transportation for State trunk highways and eliminate
the distribution funds to the counties and cities.
Mr. Flora stated his resolution requests 100 percent of MVET funds
be provided to the Highway User Distribution Fund and the sunset
olause be eliminated so that revenues will continue to be
distributed to the counties and cities.
Mr. Flora stated a good portion of the City's MSA monies come from
� MVET £vnds.
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to adopt Resolution No. 33-1989.
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to amend the above resolution by
adding the words "transit funding and" in the Sth paragraph, line
3, after the first "to"; and in the same paragraph, line 4,
substituting the words "transportation systems" instead of "streets
and highways". Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE MAIN MOTION, all voted aye, and
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
14. RESOLUTION NO. 34-1989 OPPOSIPIG THE TESTING SURCHARGES
PROPOSED BY THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH:
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated the Department of Health
is sponsoring a bill for funding of public water supply monitoring.
He stated the Health Department is proposing to add 15 new
positions to support the various water analyses that are being
prescribed by the EPA and the Department of Health.
, Mr. Flora stated the proposal is to require an annual fee of $3.20
for each water service connection in the City to be collected by
the City and submitted to the Health Department to fund their
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activities. He stated in Fridley's case, this would be in excess
of $30,000 per year. He stated the City can have the water tested
for a much lower cost and felt it was inappropriate for the
Department of Health to increase their staff at the City's expense.
Mr. Flora stated this resolution requests the State Legislature
support either a continuation of funding through the General Fund
or some other method that assesses the actual cost of the testing
to each municipal system being tested.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 34-1989.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
15. RESOLUTION NO. 35-1989 AUTHORIZING THE POSTING OF "NO PARKING"
SIGNS ON BOTH SIDES OF UNIVERSITY AVENUE WEST SERVICE DRIVE
jM.S.A.S.341) IN THE AREA OF THE TURNING LANE IMMEDIATELY
NORTH OF 83RD AVENUE:
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to adopt Resolution No. 35-1989.
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
16. RESOLUTION NO. 36-1989 IMPOSING LOAD LIMITS ON PUBLIC STREETS
AND HIGHWAYS IN THE CITY:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 36-1989.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
17. RESOLUTION NO. 37-1989 IN SUPPORT OF CHILDREN'S AGENDA:
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to adopt Resolution No. 37-1989.
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick.
Councilman Billings questioned the legislation regarding the
Children's Agenda.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated the three bills were offered by
Representative Wayne Simoneau and is something that has been
considered over the last several years. She stated the legislation
addresses a sliding day care arrangement and sets aside funding for
crises and aare of our children. Councilwoman Jorgenson stated she
has seen the three bills and would support this legislation as she
did not feel there would be any duplication of services.
Councilman Billings stated he wondered how this legislation, if
passed, would be funded.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated funding would be appropriated by the
State Legislature.
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Councilman Billings asked if it would be totally funded by the
State. Councilwoman Jorgenson answered in the affirmative.
UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, all voted aye, and
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
18. RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE CHARTER COMMISSION MEETING OF
JANUARY 30, 1989:
MoTION by Councilman Schneider to receive the minutes of the
Charter Commission meeting of January 30, 1989. Seconded by
Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
19. CLAIMS•
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to authorize payment o£ Claims No.
25272 through 25487. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a
voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
20. LICENSES:
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to approve the licenses as
submitted and as on file in the License Clerk's Office. Seconded
by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
21. ESTIMATES:
MOTION by Councilmatt Schneider to
submitted:
Layne Minnesota Company
3147 California Street
Minneapolis, MN 55418
approve the estimates as
Repair & Maintenance of Wells 6, 8, & il - Project No. 186
FINAL ESTTMATE - WELL #6. . . . . . . . . $7,462.20
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee daclared the motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT•
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adjourn the meeting. Seconded
by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the Regular
Meeting of the Fridley City Council of March 20, 1989 adjourned at
9:18 p.m.
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Carole Haddad William J. Nee
Secretary to the City Council Mayor
Approved:
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