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05/15/1989 - 000068921 THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF MAY 15, 1989 The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order at 7:40 p.m. by Mayor Nee. PLEDGE QF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Nee led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. ROLL CALL• MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT: Mayor Nee, Councilman Fitzpatrick None Councilwoman Jorgenson, Schneider, Councilman and Councilman Billings PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATIONS: VETERAN'S BUDDY POPPY DAY - MAY 19, 1989: Mayor Nee read and issued a proclamation proclaiming May 19, 1989 � as Veteran's Suddy Poppy Day and urged Fridley citizens to recognize the merits of t11is cause by contributing generously to support of this program as a symbol of appreciation for the sacrifices of our honored dead. Mr. Rudy Nessman, Chairman of the Veterans' of Foreign Wars' Buddy Poppy Day program, was present to receive this proclamation and introduced his Auxiliary Chairman, Ruth Stark. He also introduced Maxine Nystrom, President of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and Amy Rundle, Poppy Queen. NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK - MAY 21 - 27, 1989: Mayor Nee read and issued a proclamation proclaiming the week of May 21 - 27 as National Public Works Week and oalled upon all citizens and civic organizations to acquaint themselves with the problems involved in providing our public works and to recognize the contributions which public works personnel make every day to our health, saPety, and comfort. Mr. Ralph Volkman, Public Works Superintendent, received this proclamation. Mayor Nee and members of the Council asked that Mr. Volkman extend their gratitude to the Public Works employees for all their work in providing public works services. � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 15, 1989 PAGE 2 � APPROVAL OF MINUTES: BOARD OF REVIEW. APRIL 10, 1989: MOTION by Councilman Billings to approve the minutes as presented. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. CONTINUED BOARD OF REVIEW, APRIL 17, 1989: MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve the minutes as presented. Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. CONTINUED BOARD OF REVIEW, MAY 1,1989: MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve the minutes as presented. Seconded by Councilman Billings. IIpon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. COUNCIL MEETING. MAY 1. 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. ADOPTION OF AGENDA: MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt the agenda as submitted. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. IIpon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. OPEN FORUM, VISITORS: Ms. Linda Huber, the representative for the Hayes Parent-Teachers Orqanization. Ms. Huber voiced concern about the increased traffic on Mississippi Street and how it affects the 5afety of the children attending Hayes School. She stated Mississippi Street is being used as an alternate route due to the I-694 improvement and the Department of Transportation has stated this would be in effect at least until December, 1989. She stated she wanted to alert the Council to the potential hazards. Ms. Huber stated school crossings are supervised by fifth grade students and there are no identification signs to indicate a school is in this vicinity. She stated the crosswalk paintings are completely faded on the traffic lanes. Ms. Huber stated she is aware this street is a County road and � these concerns will have to be directed to Anoka County. She stated she would propose, however, that universal school identification signs be erected a half block prior to the FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 15, 1989 PAGE 3 ' intersections of Mississippi and 7th Street and Mississippi and Monroe Street. She stated she would like the crosswalks to be repainted immediately. Ms. Huber felt there should be a reduction in speed during school hours. She stated this has been done at the elementary school on 49th Avenue in Columbia Heights. Ms. Huber also felt there should be adult supervision at the school crossings. She stated she did not feel a fifth grader is capable of controlling traffic. Mr. Hunt, Assistant to the City Manager, stated the Public Safety Director, Jim Hill, has been in contact with Mr. Ruud, of the Anoka County Highway Department, and felt all the items Ms. Huber is suggesting could be accomplished. He stated in regard to speed reduction, it would require a resolution by the City which has to be forwarded to the County and the State, and a study completed before any changes would be implemented. He stated this could not be accomplished be£ore the end of the school year. Mr. Hunt stated he did not know how long it would take to obtain school identification signs on such short notice. He stated the striping does not seem to be a problem. He stated the placement of adults at the school crossings is probably an obligation of the School District. Mr. Hunt stated he felt all the requests are reasonable and staff would pursue them upon the Council's direction. � Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if a Community Service Officer might assist at the intersections until the crosswalks are marked. Mr. Surns, City Manager, stated he could see no problem using a Community Service Officer. Councilwoman Jorgenson suggested to Ms. Huber that she contact the School District regarding placement of adults at the intersections. MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to direct staff to prepare a resolution for the next Council meeting for reduction of the speed in the area of Hayes Elementary School. Further, to proceed with repainting of the crosswalks and placement of universal school crossing signs a half block prior to the intersections of Mississippi and 7th Street and Mississippi and Monroe Street. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Councilman Schneider felt if the County cannot paint the crosswalks, the City should proceed, if this is possible. UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, all voted aye, and Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. Councilman Billings suggested to Ms. Huber that she also contact the School District and her County Commissioner as Mississippi � Street is a County road. h FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 15. 1989 PAGE 4 � Mr. Warren Woods. the revresentative for the Fridley Historical Societv. Mr. Woods requested a donation from the City for landscaping at the museum at 611 Mississippi Street reviewed the details of this request outlined in a letter to the Council dated May 4, 1989. Mr. Woods stated the Historical Society has applied for a grant through Celebrate Minnesota 1990 to assist with the landscaping. He stated a landscaping plan has been prepared and they are in the process of receiving bids for a sprinkler system. MOTION by Councilman Billings to refer this request from the Fridley Historical Society to staff for a report back to the Council on whether or not funds are available in the current budget. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING: l. CONSIDERATION OF A REZONING REOUEST. ZOA #89-01, TO REZONE THE PROPERTIES DESCRIBED AS LOTS 1. 2. 28 AND 29, BLOCK 2. COMMERCE PARK. FROM C-1, IACAL BUSINESS, TO C-2, GENERAL BUSINESS, THE SAME BEING 250 OSBORNE ROAD N.E., BY JEROME FARRELL• ' MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to waive the reading of the public hearing notice and open 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 opened at 8:08 p.m. Ms. Dacy, Planning Coordinator, stated this property is located on the southeast corner of Osborne Road and Commerce Lane and platted as four lots zoned C-1 since approximately 1967. She stated there is manufacturing and commercial zoning adjacent to this property. Ms. Dacy stated the rezoning is requested in order to construct a 1,500 seat, eight sareen movie theater with approximately 18,744 square feet of retail. She stated the rezoning is requested so that the theater would become a permitted use. Ms. Dacy stated it is proposed to close the entrance onto Osborne Road and create three driveway entrances on the service road. She stated the driveway south of the £ree standing building is to ba a one-way drive through exit as well as the driveway onto Commerce Lane. Ms. Dacy stated the petitioner has filed for five variances to reduce the front yard setback; reduce the side corner yard setback; reduce the number of parking stalls; reduce the size of a parking � stall; and to reduce the parking setback. She stated the petitioner has submitted two site plans, one proposes 313 stalls, FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 15, 1989 PAGE 5 � 157 of which are 10 by is feet and the other plan proposes 335 stalls, all 9 by 18 feet. Ms. Dacy stated the Planning Commission recommended denial of this rezoning as they felt the site plan was an inappropriate utilization of the site; there was only one street frontage for complete access and egress; and cross parking off-site across Osborne Road would cause unsafe conditions for pedestrians and traffic. Ms. Dacy stated in response to the concerns of the Planning Commission, staff conducted an analysis of the traffic volumes at Osborne Road and the service road intersection. She stated traffic counts were done on Friday between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. and on Saturday between 1 and 4 p.m. She stated the peak hours on Friday are between 4 and 5 p.m., with traffic decreasing between 5 and 6 p.m. She stated between 6 and 8 p.m., traffic decreased by more than half of the peak hour period. Ms. Dacy stated Saturday traffic was half of the peak hour traffic on Friday evenings. She felt the theater and additional retail operations would not adversely affect this intersection. Ms. Dacy stated in regard to the Planning Commission's concerns regarding the cross parking across Osborne Road, the petitioner has � contacted Perkins Restaurant and received a license agreement to use 50 parking spaces at Perkins' restaurant site. She stated with the 335, 9 by 18 foot stalls proposed, this would exceed the required parking by one stall. She stated staff would recommend the petitioner also provide for cross parking easements on the two properties across Osborne Road. She stated the County has been contacted and a crosswalk can be painted at Osborne Road and Commerce Lane at the City's request. Councilman Schneider stated the plan to provide a mixture of 9 by 18 and l0 by 18 foot stalls would result in 313 spaces and if all the parking stalls were 9 by 18 feet, there would be 335 spaces. He stated both staff and the Appeals Commission are recommending the stalls be 9 by 18 feet to reduce the demand and reliance on parking off-site. Ms. Dacy stated staff would recommend approval of this rezoning as it is felt it is consistent and compatible with the adjacent land uses and zoning in the area. She stated it is felt the 9 by 18 foot parking stall can accommodate the traffic on-site. Mr. Farrell, the petitioner, stated staff did a very good job in presenting their request for this rezoning. He stated he would answer any questions and that his architect and engineer were � present, as well as representatives from Perkins, Conoco, and the movie theater. � FRIDLEY CITY COIINCIL MEETING OF MAY 15, 1989 PAGE 6 � Councilman Billings stated the Council received a copy of a letter trom Perkins to Mr. Farrell indicating interest in a cross easement. He asked Mr. Farrell if he was satisfied with the requests made by Perkins. Mr. Farrell stated the basic request is that Perkins Corporation is named as a second insured on their insurance policy. He stated there is also a request for a joint effort on the maintenance. He stated he has no problem with the requests made by Perkins. Mr. Farrell stated there is the possibility of widening the driveways on the frontage road to facilitate one inbound lane, one right-turn lane, and one left-turn lane. He stated he has not had a chance to discuss this in detail, but felt it could be worked out with staff. Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if the starting times for the movies would be staggered. Mr. Farrell stated there would be a 15 to 25 minute time lapse between the time one movie is finished and another begins. Councilman Schneider asked Mr. Farrell if he had a preference for either one of the parking plans. � Mr. Farrell stated he would prefer the plan which allows for the size of the parking stalls to be 9 by 18 feet. He stated he has been a property manager for several years and has never had any problems with a 9 by 18 foot parking stall. Councilman Schneider stated the parking requirement for the theater only is 259 stalls which is almost six persons per car to fill the theater to capacity. He asked Mr. Farrell the industry standards. Mr. Farrell stated the parking requirement for the theater is slightly below the standard. He stated this requirement varies from one parking stall for every three to six seats, however, generally it is one stall for every five seats. He stated, on the other hand, the parking requirement for retail in Fridley is more stringent than what is required in other cities. He felt, therefore, that one compensates for the other. Councilman Schneider stated if there is combined parking £or the theaters and retail and a 9 by 18 foot parking space is allowed, one parking stall for every 4-1/2 seats would be provided. Mr. Sausen, Regional Manager for Perkins Restaurants, Inc., felt the construction of the theaters and retail would definitely benefit Perkins, as well as the other businesses in this area. 1 FRIDLEY CITY COIINCIL MEETING OF MAY 15, 1989 PAGE 7 ' Councilman Billings stated he understands Perkins' only concern with Mr. Farrell's request for the cross easement is the matter of liability. Mr. Sausen stated that was correct and it would also be subject to approval by the property owner. Mr. Hill, representing Cinemark Movie Theaters, stated they are excited about coming into this market. Mayor Nee asked if they have any other theaters in this area. Mr. Hill stated they did not at this time. Councilman Schneider asked if these theaters would be the same as the other suburban theaters. Mr. Hill stated he cannot say if it will be first or second run movies as a final decision has not been made at this time. He stated it may change from one to the other, depending on the market and availability of first run movies. Mayor Nee asked Mr. Hill what has been his experience regarding the parking requirements for these theaters. � Mr. Hi11 stated one parking space for every five or six seats is very adequate. He stated most of their theaters would have between 250 to 300 seats or anywhere from 50 to 60 cars would be the maximum at any one time. He stated most of the time it is about half full so there would only be 30 cars. Councilman Schneider asked on an average Saturday night if the theater is filled to capacity. Mr. Hill stated the theater is usually 50 to 60� filled, with the exception being a grand opening. Mr. Brisley, architect for Mr. Farrell, stated they have worked closely with the Cinemark people and the theaters' design will be a 1930's style. He presented several slides showing the site plan, elevations, and the type of construction materials to be used. Councilman Billings stated staff has indicated the building materials would be a painted block and in other conversations, it was indicated the actual dyes would be in the blocks themselves. He stated the developer suggasted they look at some other developments and those did have gray block that was painted. He stated he wanted to be sure the blocks used were those with the dye integrated throughout the block. Mr. Brisley stated the blocks that would be used would be those � with the dyes throughout the block so if any chipping occurred, the color would still remain the same. He stated rock faced block would also be used in some areas. �v FRIDLEY CITY COIINCIL MEETING OF MAY 15, 1489 PAGE 8 � Mr. Schroer, owner of Bob's Produce Ranch, stated he was very impressed with this proposal. He stated he has talked to Mr. Farrell regarding the parking and given permission to park on his property. He stated since Cub Foods has moved, businesses in this area have been suffering. He felt the addition of the theaters and other retail would be a great asset for the community and surrounding businesses. Mr. Brevitz, representing Conoco (fee owner of Jet Service Stations), stated they support this project to bring the property to its highest and best use. Ae stated their only concern is the design of the ingress and egress to the service road in order to promote a smooth traffic flow through this area. He stated Jet does utilize the full access onto the service road and their driveway is in line with the existing driveway on this site. Mr. Brevitz stated he wanted to make sure the traffic going south on the service road is able to make that full turn into the service station. He stated other than this concern, they fully endorse this project. Mr. Farrell felt they could address Mr. Brevitz's concern as they do have some flexibility on the location of their driveway. He thought this could be discussed with the City staff. � Mr. McLaughlin, 1050 Gardena Avenue, asked for an explanation on the conflict between the Planning Commission's and staff's recommendation. Mayor Nee stated there have been some changes since this item was before the Planning Commission. Mr. McLaughlin felt if there have been changes, this item should be referred back to the Planning Commission. Ms. Dacy stated the Planning Commission did not receive the traffic count information because it was done in response to their concern. She stated the traffic data presented to the Council this evening addresses the Planning Commission's concern, as well as the issue about crossing Osborne Road. She stated at the time of the Planning Commission meeting, the petitioner had not contacted Perkins. Ms. Dacy stated the petitioner now has a cross easement with Perkins which lessens the demand for the need to park across Osborne Road. She stated whether this item is referred back to the Planning Commission is the Council's decision. MOTION by Councilman Billings to close the public hearinq. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the public hearing closed at 8:52 g.m. � � � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 15, 1989 PAGE 9 NEW BUSINESS• E A. RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF MAY 3, 1989• CONSIDERATION OF FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A REZONING, ZOA #89-01, BY JEROME FARRELL: MOTION by Councilman Billings to waive the reading and approve the ordinance upon first reading, with the following stipulations: 1. Approval of the variance request for the number of parking spaces to be 335 on-site, with aross parking easements to provide 384 spaces. 2. Compliance with the site plan stipulations as recommended by the Appeals Commission as follows: a. The driveway onto Commerce Lane is shifted to the south 15 feet. b. The landscape plan shall be amended to provide a 36 inch planting strip along Osborne Road and the University Avenue Service Drive, and to provide columnar arborvitae instead of columnar buckthorn. c. d. e f g• Underground sprinkling shall be installed in the front and side yard setback areas. A storm water management plan must be submitted prior to issuance of building permit and must be approved by the Public Works Director. A dumpster detail shall be submitted prior to issuance of the building permit. The petitioner shall submit a lighting plan prior to building permit issuance to be reviewed and approved by the Public Works Director. The rezoning application must be approved by the City Council. h. The petitioner shall file a plat application to create a separate parcel for the second free-standing building by July 1, 1989. i. The petitioner shall submit an on-site traffic sign and pavement markinq plan prior to building permit issuance. The one way exits shall be clearly marked on the site. � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 15. 1989 PAGE 10 j. The site plan shall he revised to include landscape islands on the east end of the three interior parking aisles. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. MOTION by Councilman Billings to amend the above Stipulations No. 1 and 2a and replace 2g with new wording, as follows: 1 2a 2g Approval of the variance request for the number of parking spaces. The driveway onto Commerce Lane to be approved by staff. The building materials used in construction of this project shall be as described at this meeting and the blocks are to have the dyes integrated throughout. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. 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. � B. CONSIDERATION OF SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON JUNE 19, 1989 ON VACATION REOUEST. SAV #89-02. TO VACATE THE 30 FOOT DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT LOCATED ON IATS 1, 2. 28 AND 29, BLOCK 2, COMMERCE PARK, THE SAME BEING 250 OSBORNE ROAD N.E., BY JEROME FARRELL• , MOTION by Councilman Billings to set the public hearing on this vacation request for June 19, 1989. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Councilman Billings to receive the minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of May 3, 1989. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 3. ITEM FROM THE MINUTES OF THE APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING OF APRIL 25, 1989: A. CONSIDERATION OF A VARIANCE, VAR #89-04, TO REDUCE THE FRONT YARD SETBACK FROM 35 FEET TO 15 FEET TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A MOVIE THEATER: TO REDUCE THE SIDE CORNER YARD SETBACK FROM 35 FEET TO 20 FEET TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTIOI3 OF A FREESTANDING COMMERCIAL BUILDING: TO REDUCE THE NUMBER OF REOUIRED PARKING STALLS FROM 384 TO 335; TO REDUCE THE SIZE OF A PARKING STALL FROM 10 FEET BY 20 FEET TO 9 FEET BY 18 FEET: AND TQ REDUCE THE PARKING SETBACK FROM 20 FEET TO 17 t _4 FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 15, 1989 PAGE 11 � FEET; LOCATED ON LOTS 1. 2. 28 AND 29. BLOCK 2. COMMERCE PARK. TIiE SAME BEING 250 OSBORNE ROAD N.E., BY JEROME FARRELL: Ms. Dacy, Planning Coordinator, stated the Appeals Commission considered these variances at their April 25 meetinq and recommended approval of the variances with certain stipulations. She stated the one variance which was denied was to reduce the side corner yard setback from 35 to 20 feet. She stated the variance to reduce the si2e and number of parking stalls was approved subject to the petitioner obtaining cross parking easements so that the total available parking spaces equals 384 spaces. Ms. Dacy stated if the variance for the corner yard setback is not approved, the developer will lose six parking spaces. Mayor Nee asked if there is a safety question involved with this variance for the corner yard setback. Ms. Dacy stated thera is adequate site distance to the north, however, if the variance is granted, there should be no landscaping in this area to complicate that site vision issue. Mr. Farrell stated if the site plan submitted for 313 stalls is accepted and this variance was not granted, they would lose six spaces and drop below the number required by the movie theater. � He stated their agreement with them would then become null and void. He stated another alternative is to move the buildinq back to meet the setback requirement, however, with the widening of Commerce Lane, it would place a very large building on the property line. Councilman Schneider stated if other communities have a 4 to 1 parking ratio required for movie theaters, he felt the City may be better off with more spaces, even though they would be smaller than what the code requires. He stated he was in favor of this development, but felt adequate parking was necessary in order for it to succeed. He stated it seems a 9 by 18 foot parking space is what most communities require. Councilman Billings stated, on the other hand, some people have difficulty getting in and out of their cars in a 9 by 18 foot parking stall. He also stated not everyone is driving small cars and there are a lot of vans and pickups in the City and larger stalls would be more favorable for the owners o£ these types of vehicles. MOTION by Councilman Billings to concur with the recommendation of the Appeals Cosnmission and approve the variance to reduce the front yard setback from 35 feet to 15 feet from the Commerce Lane right- of-way line. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, � all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 15, 1969 PAGE 12 MOTION by Councilman Billings to approve the variance to reduce the parking setback along Osborne Road from 20 feet to 17 feet, with the following stipulations: a. The driveway onto Commerce Lane is shifted to the south 15 feet. b. The landscape plan shall be amended to provide a 36 inch planting strip along Osborne Road and the University Avenue Service Drive, and to provide columnar arborvitae instead of columnar buckthorn. c. d. e. f. � 5• Underground sprinkling shall be installed in the front and side yard setback areas. A storm water management plan must be submitted prior to issuance of building permit and must be approved by the Public Works Director. A dumpster detail shall be submitted prior to issuance of the building permit. The petitioner shall submit a lighting plan prior to building permit issuance to be reviewed and approved by the Public works Director. The rezoning application must be approved by the City Council. h. The petitioner separate parcel 1, 1989. i. J• shall file a plat application to create a for the second free-standing building by July The petitioner shall submit an on-site traffic sign and pavement marking plan prior to building permit issuance. The one-way exits shall be clearly marked on the site. The site plan shall be revised to include landscape islands on the east end of the three interior parking aisles. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. MOTION by Councilman Billings to amend the above motion by changing the wording in item (a) and adding item (k): tr k. The driveway onto Commerce Lane be approved by staff. Building materials shall be as outlined in the May 15, 1989 Council meeting. � Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. �� FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 15. 1989 PAGE 13 � UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE MAIN MOTION, all voted aye, and Mayor Nee declare the motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Councilman Billings to concur with the recommendation of the Appeals Commission and approve the variance to reduce the parking stall size from 10 feet by 20 feet to 9 feet by 18 feet subject to the petitioner obtaining cross parking easements for a total of 384 spaces, with the above amended stipulations a through k. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. MOTION by Councilman Billings to amend the variance for the parking stall size as follows: Approve the parking stall size variance to a mix of 9 feet by 18 feet and 10 feet by 18 feet subject to the petitioner obtaining cross parking easements for a total of 384 spaces, with the above amended stipulations a through k. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, Councilman Billings, Councilman Fitzpatrick and Mayor Nee voted in favor of this amendment. Councilman Schneider and Councilwaman Jorgenson voted against this amendment. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried by a 3 to 2 vote. UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON TAE MAIN MOTION, all voted aye, and Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. ' MOTION by Councilman Billings to concur with the recommendation of the Appeals Commission and approve the variance to reduce the required number of parking stalls on site from 384 to 335 subject to the petitioner obtaining cross parking easements for a total of 384 spaces, with the above amended stipulations a through k. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. MOTION by Councilman Billings to amend the variance to reduce the required number of parking stalls on site from 384 to 313 subject to the petitioner obtaining cross parking easements for a total of 384 spaces, with the above amended stipulations a through k. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, Councilman Billings, Councilman Fitzpatrick and Mayor Nee voted in favor of the motion. Councilman Schneider and Councilwoman Jorgenson voted against the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried by a 3 to 2 vote. UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE MAIN MOTION, Councilman Billings, Councilman Fitzpatrick and Mayor Nee voted in favor of the motion. Councilman Schneider and Councilwoman Jorgenson voted against the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried by a 3 to 2 vote. MoTION by Councilman Billings to approve the variance to reduce the side corner yard setback from 35 feet to 20 feet to allow the construction of a free-standing commercial building, with the above � amended stipulations a through k. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, Councilman Billings, Councilman Fitzpatrick and Mayor Nee voted in favor of the motion. Councilman �, FRIDLEY CITY COONCIL MEETING OF MAY 15, 1989 PAGE 14 � Schneider and Councilwoman Jorgenson voted against the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried by a 3 to 2 vote. MOTION by Councilman Schneider that the issue of 9 by 18 foot parking stalls versus 10 by 20 foot parking stalls be discussed at a Conference Meeting prior to second reading of the rezoning ordinance for this property. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Councilman Billings asked the purpose of the motion and what would be accomplished by delaying this process. Councilman Schneider stated he needs to make a decision on the rezoning based an the parking issue and wants to make sure there is adequate parking. Councilman Billings stated if Councilman Schneider feels 9 by 18 foot parking stalls are adequate, there should be an ordinance amandment and did not £eel this developer should be stymied. Councilwoman Jorgenson stated she was out of town all weekend and did not have the opportunity to fully review this matter and felt she needed additional time to make a decision. UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, Councilman Schneider � and Councilwoman Jorgenson voted in favor of the motion. Mayor Nee, Councilman Billings and Councilman Fitzpatrick voted against the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion failed. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to discuss the issue of the parking stall size at a Conference Meeting. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 4. CONTINUED FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF MAY 3. 1989: C. CONSIDERATION OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP #89-06, PER SECTION 205.07.O1.0 (41 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE, TO OPERATE A DAYCARE CENTER FOR 35 CHILDREN IN ROOMS 102, 104 AND 106 OF THE ISLAMIC CENTER, ON LOTS 1. 2. 3, 4, 5, 6, 17 AND 33, MELOLAND GARDENS, THE SAME BEING 1401 GARDENA AVENUE N.E., BY ISLAMIC CENTER OF MINNESOTA: Ms. Dacy, Planning Coordinator, stated the Islamic Center is proposing to operate a daycare center serving 35 children at 1401 Gardena Avenue. She stated the property is zoned single family residential and a special use permit is required to operate such a center in an R-1 district. Ms. Dacy stated the daycare would be located in Rooms 102, 104 and � 106 of the Islamic Center and the hours of operation would be Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. She stated the daycare center would serve no more than 35 children. _��, FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 15. 1989 PAGE 15 � Ms. Dacy stated in alleviate potential traffic tie-ups, staff is recommending that the Islamic Center modify the parking lot to facilitate vehicular movement by removing a small portion of grass and addinq a new bituminous surface or about 11 feet on the parking area. She stated because the hours of operation are during the week, there would not be a traffic conflict with activities occurring on Saturday and Sunday at the center. She stated because of the concern there may be a conflict with traffic from Totino- Grace during peak child drop-off times, all children should be dropped off on-site. Ms. Dacy stated staff has attempted to address some of the concerns of the neighbors. She stated one concern was the traffic conflicts during peak hours at this site. She stated the peak hours for the daycare center would be between 7 and 9 a.m. and 4 and 6 p.m. She stated the Totino-Grace class schedule begins at 7:40 a.m. and ends at 1:55 p.m. She stated the daycare center's a£ternoon peak hours would not be in conflict with the high school hours. Ms. Dacy stated in the morning, there is peak activity between 7:30 and 7:45 a.m. She stated there is stacking space for a left-turn movement into the parking area at Totino-Grace. She stated the predominant movement was the eastbound traffic turning right into the driveway to the high school. Ms. Dacy stated the small amount of traffic � generated by the daycare center and the short period of heavy traffic from the high school should not be a major interruption in current traffic flow. Ms. Dacy stated another concern was enclosure of the dumpster and neighbors want this located at the rear of the building. She felt this could be accomplished with the parking lot expansion. Ms. Dacy stated additional traffic and noise along the existing driveway was also a concern. She stated the location of this driveway cannot be reduced in width or relocated to another location on the lot. She stated even though there would be additional traffic during peak hours, it is not an amount which will cause excessive noise. She stated the proposed parking layout will also help to make dropof£/pickup less obtrusive and more efficient. Ms. Dacy stated the neighbors requested the play area not be located along the east side of the building, but along the rear of the building. She stated it has been suggested that the narrow one foot strip of grass between the existing driveway and parking lot be maintained on a regular basis. Ms. Dacy stated the daycare could be shifted to three rooms along the north wall of the building. She stated if the play area is , located at the rear of the building, it may be more convenient to shift the daycare to this location. � LJ � FRIDLEY CITY COIINCIL MEETING OF MAY 15, 1989 PAGE 16 Ms. Dacy suggested these concerns be considered in the stipulations for this special use permit request. Councilwoman Jorgenson asked the width of the driveway on the west side of the building. Ms. Dacy stated she would estimate between 22 to 24 feet. Councilwoman Jorgenson stated the driveway is extremely narrow and car lights would shine on the back of the homes. She stated at one time a circular drive was discussed which allowed only for one-way ingress and egress. She felt this may be a possibility. Councilwoman Jorgenson 5tated she received a number of phone calls from residents in the neighborhood and they were opposed to the daycare center. She stated they referred to the stipulations of another special use pernit for this property which have not been completed. She stated she wished to point out that some of the stipulations were not to be completed until August, 1989. Mr. Bailey Tiller, 1535 Gardena Avenue, stated the letter he received regarding this special use permit was most disturbing. He felt the Islamic Center should be given the opportunity to have this daycare center as he £elt there is a need to take care of youngsters. Councilwoman Jorgenson advised Mr. Tiller that the Council does not have a copy of the letter to which he is referring. Mr. Tiller presented a copy to the Council which was addressed to Fellow Fridley Homeowners regarding Special use Permit SP #89-06. The letter addressed concerns of the residents regarding stipulations of Special Use Permit SP #88-17 and concern about this special use permit. Mr. McLaughlin, 1050 Gardena Avenue, voiced his concern about the traffic and how it would be controlled. He stated the additional traffic would be a severe inconvenience and raised the risk of additional problems in this area. He stated when the Islamic Center received their special use permit, the neighborhood residents were told there would be about 300 people at their gatherings, but they had over 600 at their last event. He questioned if they would eventually have more than 35 children, if they received this special use permit. Ms. Johnson, 1413 Gardena Avenue, stated when this property was used as a school, the whole street was lined with cars. She stated since the Islamic Center uses the property as a church, she does not have a problem and find them to be more friendly than her neighbors. She stated as far as a daycare center, it is needed. Ms. Palmer, 1329 Gardena Avenue, stated when the building was used as a school, there was parking along the building and the area now a 1i� FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 15. 1989 PAGE 17 � used for parking was formerly a basketball court. She stated this area was not designed as a parking lot. She stated lights from cars coming into the lot shine into her home. Ms. Palmer stated the Islamic Center has not met the stipulations of the special use permit that was issued to them and has not done anything as far as weed control. She stated if the Foco's did not have their travel trailer, they would be viewing the garbage dumpster as it is not enclosed. Ms. Palmer also questioned who is the fee owner of the property, Islamic Trust or the Islamic Center of Minnesota. Mr. Amin Kader stated the Islamic Center of Minnesota is actually part of a Trust and the Trust requested the permit as the owner of the property. Mr. Kader stated as far as the dumpster, the only time it is moved is when the trucks come to empty it. He stated there have been major improvements since this property was operated by Faith Academy. He stated they are serious about their commitment to improve the property and meet the deadlines outlined in the special use permit. Mr. Kader stated he met with the City Manager, Mr. Burns, and the , Islamic Center will cooperate fully with the City. He stated in reference to the daycare oenter, the majority of the children for this center will come from the neighborhood. He felt the traffic would not be affected to any extent. He stated the Islamic Center is part of the community and opens its facility to the neighborhood. Councilwoman Jorgenson stated in regard to their recent event, she stated it is preferred that the cars park in Totino-Grace's lot rather than on the street. She stated a concern was a gentleman was trying to direct traffic and was not aware that some people had to go down Gardena and tried to direct them to Totino-Grace. She suggested if help is needed with crowd control, to call the City rather than endangering the church members. Mr. Kader stated this was their first event and the next one will be much better organized. He stated two cars were parked in the wrong area and they should have been towed. Councilman Schneider shared with the audience a letter from the City Manager to Mr. Kader outlining steps to eliminate any future problems. Mr. Ansari, President of the Islamic Center, stated he tried to obtain assistance for traffic control, but was not successful. � , ' � FRIDLEY CITY COIINCIL MEETING OF MAY 15, 1989 PAGE 18 Councilwoman Jorgenson stated she would suggest the Islamic Center contact the City Manager's Office during regular business hours if they need assistance for traffic control. Mr. Ansari stated they will make a conscious effort to meet all the stipulations and take care of the property and building to have a good harmonious relationship with the neighborhood. Ms. Foco, 1345 Gardena Avenue, stated at the time Faith Academy was in this building, there was disoussion about installing a privacy fence and having the driveway go around the school to make the access one-way. Councilman Schneider asked if a solid wood screening fence was installed along the back of the parking lot and the driveway, if this would be helpful. Ms. Foco stated it would help, but she would like to bring the driveway around the school to make the ingress one-way. Mr. Minear, 1291 Gardena Avenue, stated if this building had not been constructed by another governmental agency, the facility would not have been allowed on the property. He stated it was interesting that earlier this evening the Council debated the issue to allow parking in a commercial area that would be within 2o feet of a side road. He stated in this case, parking is within one foot of a residential area. He stated it has been pointed out, this is not a parking lot, but a basketball court. Mr. Minear stated it would seem reasonable that the parking lot be adjusted relative to the property line in accordance with the standard zoning ordinances of that area. Mr. Minear stated if he bought the property and tore down the building, he would not be allowed to construct a single car garage as close to the property line where a driveway now exists. He felt this issue has to be addressed. He stated the people who own the facility are working hard to be good neighbors, however, it is difficult with the multiple use and a poorly designed facility. Councilman Schneider stated several years ago, there was a proposal for improving and expanding the parking. He stated he was against this proposal as it felt it would significantly increase the use of the property and increase traf£ic and be detrimental to the neighborhood. He stated perhaps the situation has changed and the Council should review that proposal. Mr. Minear stated there is no simple solution due to the bad design. He stated he hoped the Islamic Center understands the feelings of the neighborhood and does not feel this is a personal attack. He stated the Church-on-the-Move had a rather elaborate parking plan and no one liked it because of the number of cars. �A_ l� 19 FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 15. 1989 PAGE 19 ' Councilman Schneider stated he believed the idea of expansion of the parking lot turn-around was to minimize cars stoppinq on Gardena and dropping off children. Ms. Dacy stated staff would prefer cars do not stop on Gardena and there is the possibility of shifting the parking more to the north and providing more landscaping. Councilman Billings stated at the time the item was previously before the Council, he was Chairman of the Planning Commission and, as he recalls, there is not sufficient space to have an adequate 22 foot wide driveway on the east side of the building. Councilman 5chneider asked Mr. Kader if they would be willing to move the parking further to the north. Mr. Kader felt, at this point, it would be a lot of expense. He stated the parking areas in the middle of the lot are not near neighboring property owners. He stated they would like to plant some trees by the fence on their property and the Foco's property. Councilman 5chneider asked Mr. Kader if they would be willing to work with the Foco's to come up with an acceptable plan. Mr. Kader stated he had no objection to meeting with the Foco's. � MOTION by Councilman Schneider to table this item, with the understanding that staff will initiate a meetinq between the Foco's and representatives of the Islamic Center to try and work out a plan that is acceptable to both parties. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. D. CONSIDERATION OF SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING ON JUNE 5. 1989 ON PRELIMINARY PLAT. P.S. #87-05, TARGET NORTHERN DISTRIBUTION CENTER ADDITION, TO CREATE TWO LOTS BY REPLATTING OUTLOT l. BLOCK 1, FRIDLEY INDUSTRIAL PARK PLAT l, ANOKA COUNTY MINNESOTA, SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS, BY TARGET STORES, INC.: MOTION by Councilman Billings to set the public hearing for this preliminary plat on June 5, 1989. Seconded by Councllman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimou5ly. 5. ITEM FROM THE MINUTES OF THE APPEALS COMMISSTON MEETING OF MAY 9, 1989' A. CONSIDERATION OF A VARIANCE. VAR #89-07, TO INCREASE THE HEIGHT OF A BUILDING FROM 45 FEET TO 52 FEET; AND TO REDUCE THE DISTANCE FROM THE HARDSURFACE AREA TO THE BUILDING FROM � 5 FEET TO 1 AND 2 FEET. TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF AN OFFICE BUILDING GENERALLY LOCATED AT 1001 HILLWIND ROAD N.E., ROLCHE PARTNERSHP: FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 15. 1989 PAGE 20 � Mr. Robertson, Community Development Director, stated this variance is to allow an increase in building height from 45 to 52 feet and to reduce the distance from the hardsurface area to a building from 5 feet to 1 and 2 feet for the new office building being constructed on Hillwind Road. He stated the petitioner, Ms. Stinski, has changed the building style to a cantilevered approach to maximize the site area for parking and to meet other setback requirements. He stated with cantilever construction, deeper beam systems are required to provide adequate strength which necessitates the need for this variance. Mr. Robertson stated the variance to reduce the distance from the hardsurface area to a building is needed as the north side of the building will have only a two foot separation and the east side will have a one foot separation. He stated the intent of the five foot separation between the parking area and building is to provide adequate space for an auto overhang and pedestrian movement. He stated these two affected areas are proposed for driveway access and access into the parking garage and the variance would not be contrary to the intent of the ordinance. Mr. Robertson stated the Appeals Commission recommended approval of these variances with the stipulation that the two tax parcels � be combined sub�ect to the plan dated April 25, 1989 and to the grading and utility plan dated April 18, 1989. Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if there would be any problem as far as firefighting with a building height of 52 feet. Mr. Aldrich, Fire Chief, stated this would not be a problem as the firefighting equipment permits them to go to a height of 108 feet. Mr. Pope, architect for Ms. Stinski, stated they have located the building toward the center of the site and, with graphics, illustrated that the 52 foot high building at this location on the site has less visual impact from adjacent properties than if constructed at a height of 45 feet at the permitted minimum side yard setbacks. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to concur with the recommendation of the Appeals Commission and grant the variances, VAR #89-07, to increase the height of a building from 45 feet to 52 feet and to reduce the distance from the hardsurface area to the building from 5 feet to 1 and 2 Peet, with the stipulation that the two tax parcels be combined subject to the plan dated April 25, 1989 and to the grading and utility plan dated April 18, 1989. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. ' 20 � ' , FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 15. 1989 PAGE 21 RECESS: A recess was called at 1D:47 p.m. by Mayor Nee. RECONVENED: Mayor Nee reconvened the meeting at 1�:55 p.m. All Council members were present. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 45-1989 AUTHORIZING ENTERING INTO A SIXTH RIDER AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY AND THE BOARD OF WATER COMMISSIONERS WITH THE CITY OF ST. PAUL: Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated Commerce Lane from 73rd Avenue to Osborne Road is scheduled to be reconstructed this summer. He stated as part of this improvement, it is planned to construct a 15 inch storm sewer pipe under Osborne Road west of Main Street. Ae stated this would involve crossing the St. Paul Waterworks easement which requires a permit. Mr. Flora stated this agreement is a prerequisite to obtaining this permit and requested the Council consider adoption of this resolution. MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 45-1989. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 7. CONSIDERATION OF AN ANOKA COUNTY REGIONAL RAILROAD AUTHORITY STUDY GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN ANOKA COUNTY REGIONAL RAILROAD AUTHORITY AND THE CITY OF FRIDLEY: MOTION by Councilman Schneider to authorize the City entering into this Study Grant Agreement with the Anoka County Regional Railroad Authority. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 8. CONSIDERATION OF CHANGE ORDER NO. 5 F�R STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. ST. 1988 - 1& 2: Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated the terms of the development agrement between the Housing and Redevelopment Authority and the Northwest Racquet, Swim and Health Club, Inc. and Moore Lake Associates stipulates that $95,000 of landscape and irrigation improvements are to be installed by the City. He stated due to favorably low unit prices, the total scope of the work as bid was $79,184. Mr. Flora stated to satisfy the agreement, the HRA at their May 11 meeting approved this change order and requested the Council's approval. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve Change Order No. 5 for StYeet Improvement Project No. ST. 1988 - 1& 2 with C.S. McCrossan �, ,� FRIDLEY CITY COIINCIL MEETING OF MAY 15. 1989 PAGE 22 � Construction Company, Inc. in the amount of $15,815.5�. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 9. CONSIDERATION OF CHANGE ORDER NO. 8 FOR FRIDLEY MUNICIPAL CENTER PROJECT NO. 189: Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated this change order consists of Proposal Requests Nos. 6, 20, 33, 38, 50, 68, 71, and 72 involving miscellaneous changes for the Municipal Center. He stated of the total, $16,676, the Municipal Center accounts for $12,817 and $3,859 is for the parking ramp. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve Change order No. 8 for the Fridley Municipal Center Project No. 189 in the amount of $16,676. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 10. RESOLUTION NO. 46-1989 APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A SATELLITE FIRE STATION: Mr. Aldrich, Fire Chief, stated this proposed satellite fire station will, basically, follow the same plan as the one � constructed on Old Central Avenue. He stated an add-on will be provided with some minor interior changes. Mr. Aldrich presented slides of the site plan. Mr. Aldrich stated the specifications provide for an alternate roof system. He stated the contractor who built the other satellite fire station indicated that if a different roof system was used, there is a possibility of savings up to $5,000. He stated the building with the add-on would be about 2,600 square feet. Mr. Aldrich stated the drainage and landscape design would be done by the City staff. MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to adopt Resolution No. 46-1989. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Councilman Billings asked who will design the plan for drainage. Mr. Flora stated the Engineering Department will be designing the drainage plan. Councilwoman Jorgenson asked the timetable for completion of this fire station. Mr. Aldrich stated it is hoped that an open house can be held during Fire Prevention Week the first part of October. � UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, all voted aye, and Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. FRIDLEY CITY COIINCIL MEETING QF MAY 15, 1489 PAGE 23 � 11. CONSIDERATION OF RECEIVING BIDS AND AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE DICTATION E4UIPMENT FOR TAE MUNICIPAL CENTER: Mr. Kucera, Media Specialist, stated bids were opened on May 11 for dictation equipment for the Municipal Center. He stated only one bid was received from Wahl & Wahl, Inc. for $18,355.50. He stated it is recommended the Council award the bid to Wahl & Wahl. Councilman Schneider asked if staff knew why no other bids were submitted. Mr. Kucera stated to his knowledge, there are only two companies that provide digital dictation equipment. He stated one is Wahl & Wahl and the other company showed an interest in bidding, but failed to meet the deadline specified in the specifications. Mr. Kucera stated this digital dictation system is easier for the transcriber to understand and more flexible for the future as voice mail can be added as an option. Councilman Schneider questioned the additional cost for digital versus an analog system. Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated it was found the digital system � costs much less than anticipated. He stated the cost for an analoq system would be about $20,000. Mr. Kucera stated the reason a digital system may be less costly is because some of the hardware is not needed. Councilman Schneider asked if there was a specific reason for a digital system, rather than an analog system. Mr. Burns stated with the analog system, there is some distortion in the voice. Councilman Schneider asked if he had a standard cassette, if this aould be connected into the system. Mr. Kucera replied in the affirmative. Councilman Schneider asked if any companies who have this system were contacted to determine i£ they were satisfied with this equipment. Mr. Kucera stated he contacted the Washington County Sheriff's Department and the Anoka County Secretarial Service. Ae stated both these organizations are very pleased with this equipment and they have not had any service calls or complaints. � Mr. Hunt, Assistant to the City Manger, stated the digital system makes it easier to meet the confidentiality requirement. He stated each person enters a code for access to the main tank. He stated � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 15, 1989 PAGE 24 it gives the Police Department the capability of using the tank, without other departments having access to confidential information. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to receive the bid from Wahl & Wahl, Inc. for $18,355.50 for digital dictation equipment for the Municipal Center. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. MoTION by Councilman Schneider to award the bid for the digital dictation equipment for the Municipal Center to Wahl & Wahl, Inc. for a total of $18,355.50. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 12. CONSIDERATION OF PARTSCIPATTON IN "CELEBRATE MINNESOTA 1990": Mr. Hunt, Assistant to the City Manager, stated the Fridley Historical Society has requested the City apply for membership in "Celebrate Minnesota 199D". He stated the Celebrate Minnesota Project allows for small grants for beautification of cities in conjunction with the sports festival of 1990. � Mr. Hunt stated the Historical Society would like to apply for a grant for landscaping their museum, but would not be eligible unless the City is an official member. MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to approve the City's participation as a member in "Celebrate Minnesota 1990". Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 13. APPOINTMENT: CITY EMPLOYEE: MOTION by Councilman Schneider to concur with the following appointment by the City Manager: NAME Judy Melham POSITION Data Input/ Utility Billing Clerk (non-exempt) STARTING SALARY $9.16 per hour ($1,587.98 per mo.) STARTING DATE May 16, 1989 REPLACES Betty Okerstrom Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. J �: � � FRIDLEY CITY COIINCIL MEETING OF MAY 15. 1989 PAGE 25 14. CLAIMS: MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to authorize payment of Claims No. 26137 through 26382. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 15. LICENSES• MoTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to approve the licenses as submitted and as on file in the License Clerk's Office. Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 16. ESTIMATES: MOTION by Councilman Billings to approve the estimates as submitted: C.S. McCrossan, Inc. P.O. Box 1240 Maple Grove, MN 55369 Street Improvement Project No. ST. 1988 - 1& 2 Estimate No. 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $8,874.21 J.T. Noonan 3601 - 48th Ave., N. Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 Corridor Maintenance Project No. 190 Estimate No. 1 . . . . . . . . . . . Volk Sewer & Water, Inc. 8909 Bass Creek Court Brooklyn Park, MN 55428 . . $ 4,980.72 Water, Sanitary Sewer & Storm Sewer Project No. 188 Estimate No. 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 48,549.75 Civic Center Remodeling Pay Application #8 ThrOUgh April 30, 1989 . . . . . . . . . . .$ 260,437.00 Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. Councilman Billings stated the Governmental Advisory Committee has � been reactivated to provide input on the light rail transit system and a meeting will be held at 8 a.m. this Wednesday. � � � FRIDZEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 15, 1989 PAGE 26 ADJOURNMENT• MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council of May 15, 1989 adjourned at 11:20 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Carole Haddad Secretary to the City Council Approved: �� � William J. Mayor � Nee