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THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF
DECEMBER 10, 1990
The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order
at 7:33 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 Jorgenson
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
Mayor Nee welcomed Councilman Schneider back to the Council
following his illness.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 19, 199D:
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to approve the minutes as
presented. Seconded by Councilwoman Sorgenson. Upon a voice vote,
all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to adopt the agenda as submitted.
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
OPEN FORUM, VISITORS:
PETITION FOR ACTION AGAINST OBSCENITY:
Mr. Steve Boswell, 6800 Washington Street, reviewed events and
discussions that have taken place since the location of the Fantasy
House in Fridley. He stated that this business which specializes
in pornography moved into the City without the City's knowledge as
a result of the greed of the shopping center owner.
Mr. Boswell stated that the City needed time to research the
problem and come up with a solution. He stated that he knows the
City has been working on a zoning ordinance with other
jurisdictions; however, there still are no safeguards.
Mr. Boswell submitted a petition for the City to continue efforts
to pass zoning laws to control those businesses which sell, rent,
or distribute material that is unsuitable for viewing by children.
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He stated that they would give the oriqinal cogy of the petition
� to Senator Frank to petition the State to clarify and strengthen
the current State obscenity statute, including a ban on the sale
of items whose purpose is to facilitate torture, bondaqe, or rape.
He stated that the State should provide financial and legal aid to
communities for the purpose of prosecuting pornography dealers.
Mr. Boswell stated that the petition was signed by 2,278 persons
who reside or do business in Fridley.
Mr. Boswell stated he would agree that current State laws are vaque
and difficult to enforce; however, this vagueness is a boom to
porno owners. Ae asked that the City continue its efforts for
enactment of a zoning ordinance as these efforts are clearly backed
by the citizens of Fridley.
MOTION by Councilman 5chneider to receive Petition No. 17-1990 for
Action Against Obscenity. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion
carried unanimously.
Ms. Dacy, Planning Coordinator, stated that adult impact reports
from St. Paul, Indianapolis, and Phoenix, as well as a copy of the
Attorney General's Report, and a draft ordinance will be reviewed
by the Planning Commission on December 12. She stated that it is
intended that a public hearing will be scheduled before the
Planning Commission on January 9, 1991 to review the proposed
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Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if the City could place a moratorium
on adult businesses in the City.
Mr. Herrick, City Attorney, stated that in a meeting with Carl
Newquist and Jim Hill, the issue of a moratorium was discussed, and
he will have some proposed legislation to the Council by the first
meeting in January. He stated that an initial version of an
obscenity ordinance has been drafted and felt it would be
considerably more effective if some of these provisions were
included in the State statute. He stated that one of the problems
with the ordinance is that the City is limited to a misdemeanor
prosecution which these operators do not consider of great
substance. He stated that his office would be happy to aooperate,
as far as sending materials to Senator Frank.
INTRODUCTION OF ROBERTA ANDERSON, INTERN:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, introduced Roberta Anderson who is
attending St. Cloud State University and will be working as an
Intern in the City Manaqer's Office.
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� OLD BUSINESS:
1. ORDINANCE NO 960 RECODIFYING THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE CHAPTER
205 ENTIT�Ep "ZQNING" BY AMEN�ING SECTIONS 205.09.06.
205 13 06 205.14.06. 205.15.06, 205.16.06, 205.17.06,
205 18 06 DELETING SECTIONS205 13 D5 D.(81 205.13.07.D_(1�,,_
(21 f3�, (41.fc1. f5) (�. 205.13.07.F. 205.14.O5.D.(81.
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205.15.O5.D. (81 . 205.15.07.D. (lj_, czl. cs� , c4� . roL, (5) , f6i .
205.15.07.F 205.16.05.D.f8). 205.16.07.D.(11. (21. (3),
(4).(c) (5) (61, 205.16.07.F, 205.17.05.D.(8),
205.17.07.D.(1), (21, (3), (4).(c). (5), t6), 205.17.07.F,
205.18.O5.D. (8Z, 205.18.07.D. (1) , (21 . (� , (4) . (c1 , (51 , f6) .
205.18.07.F AND RENUMBERING CONSECUTIVE SECTIONS:
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to waive the reading and adopt
Ordinance No. 960 on second reading. Seconded by Councilman
Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared
the motion carried unanimously.
Due to the length of the above ordinance, an official Title and
Summary was prepared to be published that would inform the public
of the inteTt and effect of the ordinance.
� MOTION by Councilman Billings to waive the reading and adopt the
Official Title and Summary of Ordinance No. 960 and order
publication. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
2. ORDTNANCE N0. 961 RECODIFYING THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE, CHAPTER
206 ENTITLED "BUILDING CODE," BY AMENDING SECTIONS 206.01.02,
206.01.03. 206.01.04. 206.01.05, 206.03.02 AND 206.05:
MOTION by Councilman Billings to waive the reading and adopt
Ordinance No. 961 on second reading and order publication.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
3. ORDINANCE NO. 962 RECODIFYING THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE CHAPTER
113. ENTITLED "SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING COLLECTION",
BY ADDING SECTIONS 113.06 AND 113.07. "SOLID WASTE ABATEMENT
PROGRAMMING" AND "SOLID WASTE PROGRAM FEE". AND RENUMBERING
THE PRESENT SECTIONS 113.D6 TO 113.08 AND 113.07 TO 113.09,
AND THE REMAINING SECTIONS CONSECUTIVELY; FURTHER AMENDING
CHAPTER 11 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE ENTITLED "GENERAL
PROVISIONS AND FEES", SECTION 11.10:
MoTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to waive the reading and adopt
� Ordinance No. 962 on the second reading and order publication.
Seconded by Councilman Sillings.
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Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that she received a call from a
resident regarding the fee the City pays to Super-Cyole and wanted
some questions answered. She stated that the resident's concern
was that Super-Cycle was making a profit from the materials
collected in the City, She stated that staff has cheaked into this
question.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that about 70 percent of the
materials aollected in Fridley is paper and Super-Cycle has to pay
$2.5� per ton to get rid of this paper so they are actually losing.
She stated that cardboard accounts for about 6 percent of the
materials £or which Super-Cycle receives $lo.�o per ton; glass
accounts for 19 percent and Super-Cycle receives $50.00 per ton;
tin accounts for 3 percent and Super-Cycle receives $40.00 per ton;
and aluminum is less than 2 percent for which Super-Cycle receives
$900.00 per ton.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated tha� the costs to Super-Cycle are
$40.70 for labor; $3.80 for insurance, $8.79 for maintenance on the
trucks, for a total of $53.29 and does not take into consideration
such items as costs for accounting, management, rent, etc. She
stated that Super-Cycle collects 38 pounds at the average stop in
Fridley and with all their costs, the net profit is $14.50 per ton
on the recyclables collected.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that Super-Cycle is not getting rich
collecting recyclables. She stated that the reason they bother to
aollect the materials is because it is mandated by State law. She
stated that everyone has to work towards markets for these items
and reduoe their non-recyclable materials.
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the City has one of the lowest
fees in the area for this service.
UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, all voted aye, and
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
4. APPOINTMENT TO THE APPEALS COMMISSION (TABLED 11/19/901:
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to table this item. Seconded by
Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee
declared the motion carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS•
5. RESOLUTION NO, 97-1990 PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
$1,615,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION WATER REVENUE BONDS, SERIES
1991A•
Mr. Pribyl, Finance Director, stated that bids were opened today
for two different bond issues. He stated that Mr. Bob Thistle,
representing Springsted, will report on the bidding process.
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Mr. Thistle stated that the City's credit rating was re-affirmed
at AaI by Moody's. He stated that there were some questions raised
reqardinq fund balances, as there is a particular concern about
this in Minnesota. He stated that the market for these bonds was
very good, and the projection made in mid-November was a rate
around 7.05%. Ae stated that the lowest rate for the water revenue
bond was 6.7335� which was received from Norwest Investment
�Services, Inc. He stated that it is recommended this bid be
accepted by adopting this resolution.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to receive the following bids for
this water revenue bond issue:
Bidder
Norwest Investment Serv., Inc
Amer. Natl. Bank St. Paul
Dain Bosworth, Inc.
Piper, Jaffray & Hopwood, Inc
Prudential-Bache Capital Fundinq
Price
$1,591,195.1D
$1,592,730.00
$1,594,812.50
$1,594,005.00
$1,590,776.10
Net Interest
Cost & Rate
$1,383,052.40
(6.7335%)
$1,384,872.96
(6.7424%)
$1,390,102.92
(6.7679%)
$1,398,060,63
(6.806665%)
$1,405,158.48
(6.8412%)
Further, to adopt Resolution No. 97-1990, awarding the bid to the
low bidder, Norwest Investment Services, Inc. at an interest rate
of 6.7335�. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
6. RESQLUTION NO. 98-194� PRQVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
$1.020,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 1991B:
Mr. Thistle, Springsted, stated that it was projected the rate for
these bonds would be around 6.73% and the actual low bid was
6.3250�. He stated that it is recommended the low bid of American
National Bank St. Paul be accepted.
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to receive the following bids for
the improvement bond issue:
Bidder
Price
' American National Bank St. Paul $1,008,780.00
Net Interest
Cost & Rate
$432,001.84
(6.3250�)
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Bidder
Norwest Investment Serv., Inc.
Dain Bosworth, Inc.
Piper, Jaffray & Hopwood, Inc
Prudential-Bache Capital Funding
Price
$1,009,800.00
$i,00s,�so.00
$1,007,760.00
$1,004,700.00
Net Interest
Cost & Rate
$432,92$.33
(6.3386%)
$434,343.12
(6.3593$)
$437,002.50
(6.398572�)
$444,550.63
(6.5087$)
Further, to adopt Resolution No. 98-1990, awarding the bid to the
low bidder, American National Bank St. Paul at an interest rate of
6.3250�. Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, all
voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
7. RECEIVE AN ITEM FROM THE MINUTES OF THE APPEALS COMMISSION
MEETING OF OCTOBER 30, 1990:
A. VARIANCE REpUEST, VAR #90-3D, SY PAT AND RITA BOYLE, TO REDUCE
THE SIDE YARD SETBACK FROM 17.5 FEET TO 4.5 FEET. TO ALLOW THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A SECOND ACCESSORY BUILDING ON LOT l. BLOCK
2, SYLVAN HILLS. GENERALLY LOCATED AT 6261 RAINBOW DRIVE N.E.:
Ms. Dacy, Planning Coordinator, stated that this variance is
requested to reduce the side yard setback from 17.5 feet to 4.5
feet to allow the construction of a second accessory building. She
stated that the Appeals Commission recommended approval of the
variance noting the sight lines were not adversely affected.
Ms. Dacy stated that the petitioner is also requesting a speaial
use permit to allow the second accessory building at this location.
Councilman Billings asked if there was anyone present this evening
who opposed this variance. There was no response.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to grant variance request,
VAR #90-30 to reduce the side yard setback from 17.5 to 4.5 feet
at 6261 Rainbow Drive N.E. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion
carried unanimously.
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� 8. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF
NOVEMBER 14.1990:
A. SPECIAL USE PERMIT SP #90-07 BY PAT AND RITA BOYLE, TO ALLOW
A SECOND ACCESSORY BUILDING IN EXCESS OF 240 SQUARE FEET ON
LOT 1 BLOCK 2. SXLVAN HILLS, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 6261
RAINBOW DRIVE N.E.:
Ms. Dacy, Planning Coordinator, stated that this special use permit
is requested in order to allow construction of a second accessory
building on this property in excess of 240 square feet. She stated
that the Planning Commission recommended approval of this special
use permit with the stipulations that the accessory building shall
be architecturally consistent with the existing house and the
height of the accessory building shall be limited to 14 feet.
Councilman Billings asked what was meant by "architecturally
consistent".
Ms. Dacy stated that the intent was to hold the petitioner to the
type of construction submitted in the proposed drawing.
Councilman Billings asked the petitioner, Mr. Boyle, if the drawing
he submitted was consistent with the style of building he planned
, to construct. Mr. Boyle stated that he would construct something
very similar.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to grant special use permit, SP #90-
07, with the following stipulations: (1) the accessory building
shall be architecturally consistent with the existing house; and
(2) the height of the accessory building shall be limited to 14
feet. 5econded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all
voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
B. ESTABLISH PUBLIC HEARING FOR JANUARY 7. 1991, FOR A REGISTERED
LAND SURVEY, P.S. #90-06, BY GLACIER PARK COMPANY TO REPLAT
THAT PART OF LOTS 2 AND 3. AUDITOR'S SUBDIVISION NO. 78. ANOKA
COUNTY, MINNESOTA, GENERALLY LOCATED NORTH OF I-694 AND WEST
OF MAIN STREET N.E.:
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to set the public hearing on this
plat for January 7, 1991. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion
carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to receive the minutes of the
Planninq Commission Meeting of November 14, 1990. Seconded by
Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
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� 9. SPECIAL USE PERMIT. SP #90-08, BY JOHN BABINSKI, TO ALLOW
EXTERIOR STORAGE OF MATERIALS ON LOTS 1 THROUGH 20, CENTRAL
AVENUE ADDITION. GENERALLY LOCATEI) AT 1290 73RD AVENUE N.E.:
Ms. Dacy, Planning Coordinator, stated that since the petitioner
was not here this evening, she would feel more comfortable with
tabling the item until the next meeting on December 17.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to table this item to December 17,
1990. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all
voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
10. APPROVAL OF JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT FOR THE PROPOSED FIRE
TRAINING FACILITY:
Mr. Aldrich, Fire Chief, stated that this joint powers agreement
for a proposed training facility has been reviewed and modified by
Gregg Herrick of the City Attorney's Office and by Charles LeFevre
on behalf of the City of Brooklyn Center. He stated that this
agreement forms the Fire Training Association where six cities made
up oi £our individual Fira Departments would jointly and
collectively construct, use, and maintain a fire training facility.
Mr. Alclrich stated that this facility would be constructed on
� property owned by the City at 348 - 71st Avenue N.E. He stated
that initial construction costs are projected to be about $200,000
which shall be shared equally by the parties. He stated that a
limited annual operating budget would assess each party $1,500.
Mr. Aldrich stated the aqreement includes a provision that allows
the Chiefs of the Fire Departments strict control over the yearly
operating costs and does not anticipate costs would run out of
control. He stated that Fridley would act as the construation
agent because the facility is being constructed in the City. He
stated that major repairs or alternations, regardless of who
proposes them, cannot be done without approval of the Councils.
Mr. Aldrich stated that he recommends the Council oonsider entering
into this joint powers agreement for a training facility.
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to approve the Fire Training
Association Joint Powers Agreement and authorize the Mayor and City
Manager to enter into the agreement. Seconded by Councilwoman
Jorgenson.
Councilwoman Jorgenson thanked Mr. Aldrich for all the work he has
accomplished in regard to this traininq facility. She stated that
she felt it would be a great asset to all the local Fire
Departments.
� Councilman Schneider stated that this was a good example of
governments working together.
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UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, all voted aye, and
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
11. RECEIVE BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT TO REFURBISH THE FRTDI,EY FIRE
DEPARTMENT'S AERIAL LADDER:
Mr. Aldrich, Fire Chief, stated that only one bid from Determan
Welding and Tank Service was submitted £or refurbishing the Fire
Department's aerial ladder. He stated that with this refurbishing,
it will probably extend the life of the ladder by ten to twelve
years.
Mr. Aldrioh stated that it is di£ficult to obtain bids on
refurbishing; however, the bid by Determan is within the range they
anticipated it would cost to have this work completed. He stated
it is recommended that the contract for refurbishing the aerial
ladder by awarded to Determan Welding and Tank Service, Ina. in
the amount of 551,234.
Councilman Billings asked if Determan Welding has done work for the
City in the past.
Mr. Aldrich stated that they have not done any major refurbishing,
but have done some work on pumps. Ae stated that they are very
competent and qualified and felt tihey would do a good job for the
- City.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to receive the following bid Eor the
repair of Ladder Truck No. 2:
Determan Welding & Tank Service, Inc. $51,234.00
Further, that the contract be awarded to Determan Welding and Tank
Service, Inc. for refurbishing the aerial ladder in the amount of
$51,234. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson.
Councilwoman Jorgenson asked the cost of a new truck.
Mr. Aldrich stated that a new truck would cost between $400,000 to
$500,000. He stated that one was recently delivered to Elk River
at a cost of $475,000. He stated that the average life would be
about 25 years.
Mr. Aldrich stated that Fridley's truck is eighteen years old and
it will probably run another fifteen years. He stated that with
the addition of the new unit, they will be able to place this unit
into a reserve status.
UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, all voted aye, and
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
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1 12. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO THE ANIMAL CONTROL CONTRACT:
Mr. Hill, Public Safety Director, stated that in July, when the
Anoka County Humane 5ociety cancelled their contract, the City
contracted with Skyline Veterinary Hospital for animal control
services. He stated that the City is currently paying $830 per
month, and Skyline has requested an increase to $1,100 per month.
Mr. Hill stated that the $830 per month rate was based on a
projection of 20 animals per month; however, the City has been
averaging 32 animals per month and, apparently, $830 is not
sufficient to cover Skyline�s costs.
Mr. Hill stated that in checking with the Humane Society, this
sudden increase in animals is County-wide. He stated that various
alternatives have been considered; however, he felt it would be
best if the City agreed to an amendment and increase the monthly
fee to $1,10o per month with Skyline Veterinary Hospital. He
stated that, at this time, all other cities are paying higher
rates.
Councilman Fitzpatrick asked if the Police Department picks up
animals.
Mr. Hill stated that they normally would not pick up animals,
� unless they are called by a resident. He stated that Skyline
Veterinary Hospital does everythinq possible not to destroy an
animal.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that an alternative may be to offer
a free neutering service.
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to approve the amendment o£ the
animal control contract with Skyline Veterinary Hospital to
increase the compensation from $83o per month to $1,100 per month.
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
13. RECEIVE COMPUTER SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUEST APPROVAL TO
ADVERTISE FOR VENDOR SIDS ON SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE:
Mr. Pribyl, Finance Director, stated that the specifications for
the software and hardware have been included in the Council's
packets. He stated that the specifications were reviewed by the
City's Computer Review Committee which included Councilman
Schneider and Councilman Billings. He requested that the Council
receive the specifications and authorize advertising for bids for
software and hardware.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to receive the computer
� specifications and authorize advertising for bids on software and
hardware. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote,
all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
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' 14. RESOLUTION NO. 99-1990 AUTHORIZING AN INCREASE IN COMPENSATION
FOR FRIDLEY CITY EMPLOYEES FOR THE 1991 CALENDAR YEAR:
Mr. Hunt, Assistant to the City Manager, stated that staff is
proposing a 4 percent cost of living increase for City employees.
He stated that various indioators were reviewed on cost of living
adjustments, some are above this figure and some in the privatie
sector are below. Mr. Hunt stated that the June 1990 consumer
price index for the Twin Cities was 4.3 percent above the previous
year. He stated that in an informal survey of 22 comparable cities
in the metropolitan area, the anticipated cost of living adjustment
was almost exactly 4 percent.
Mr. Hunt stated that a$30.00 per month increase is recommended for
those employees on Option A of the Flexible Benefit Plan and a
$10,00 per month increase for those employees on Option B of the
Flexible Benefit Plan.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 99-1990.
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
15. RESOLUTION NO. 100-1990 TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR ONE (11 SIX-
WHEEL DRIVE SLOPE MOWER/TRACTOR:
' Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated that $30,700 was budgeted
in the 1990 Storm Sewer Capital outlay budget for this mower/
tractor to aut weeds and grass along the storm ditches and holding
ponds throughout the City. He stated that it is recommended the
Council adopt this resolution authorizing the advertisement for
bids.
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to adopt Resolution No. 100-1990.
Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
16. RESOLUTION N0. 101-199D AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF RESIDUAL
CASH AND INVESTMENT BALANCES FROM VARIOUS DEBT SERVICE FUNDS
TO THE IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1980 AND THE CLOSED DEBT SERVICE
FUND:
Mr. Pribyl, Finance Director, stated that this resolution transfers
residual funds from the following closed Debt Service Funds: (1)
1975 General Obligation Refunding Bonds; (2) Improvement Bonds of
1976; and (3) Improvement Bonds of 1977. He stated that in the
review process for the bond ratinqs, this was one of the areas
Moody's keyed into and where they found the City extremely strong.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 101-1990.
� Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
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17. RESOLUTION NO. 102-1990 IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR
EXEMPTION FROM LAWFUL GAMBLING LICENSE TO THE CHURCH OF SAINT
WILLIAM:
MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 102-1990.
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
18. RESOLUTION NO. 103-1990 IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICT�TION FOR A
LAWFUL GAMBLING EXEMPTION TO TOTINO-GRACE HSGH SCHOOL:
MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 103-1990.
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
19. RESOLUTION N0. 104-1990 IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR A
LAWFUL GAMBLING PREMISE PERMIT FOR FRIDLEY MOOSE LODGE NO. 38:
MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 104-1990.
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all votinq
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
20. RESOLUTIQN NO. 105-1440 IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FQR A
LAWFUL GAMBLING LICENSE FOR FRIDLEY JAYCEES IN 5ANDEE'S:
MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 105-1990.
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
21. RESOLUTION N0. 106-1990 IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR A
LAWFUL GAMBLING PREMISE PERMIT FOR FRIDLEY JAYCEES IN �TOE
DIMAGGIO'S:
MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 106-1990.
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
22. �2ESOLUTION NO. 107-1990 IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR A
MINNESOTA LAWFUL GAMBLING PREMISE PERMIT FOR THE FRIDLEY VFW
POST 363:
MOTION by Councilman Billings to
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion
23. INFORMAL STATUS REPORT5:
COMMONS TCE STUDY:
adopt Resolution No. 1D7-1990.
. Upon a voice vote, all voting
carried unanimously.
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated that two representatives
from Bruce A. Liesch Assaciates, Mike McMurtry and Jim de Lambert,
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' are here this evening to present a summary on the wells monitored
in Commons Park.
Mr. Mike McMurtry stated that he wished to update the findings from
the well monitoring program and remedial and investigative options
for the City. He stated that the area of study was the Commons
Park well field where four of the City's most productive wells are
located. He stated that these are wells No. 6, 7, 8, and 9 and in
the Prairie du Chien aquifer. He stated that the focus this summer
was to install monitoring wells in order to sample water from the
glacial drifts. He stated that based on the water quality results
from the samplings, the glacial drift deposits in the vicinity of
Commons Park Well Field do not appear to be impacted by TCE
contamination.
Mr. McMurtry stated that in Well No. 9, in the Prairie du Chien
aqui£er, levels of TCE were first detected in 1984. He stated that
this well continued to be the main culprit with levels above the
maximum contaminant level (MCLJ of 5 parts per billion. He stated
that this year, one sample reached 30 parts per billion. He stated
that Well No. 8 had never previously reached the MCL and did this
year and Wells No. 6 and 7 have intermittently been up and down and
exceeded the MCL.
' Mr. McMUrtry stated the sampling this summer suggested that there
is no contamination in the glacial drift formation and it would be
more logical to focus on a regional contaminant source.
Mr. McMurtry stated that he felt there were several options the
City could take in dealing with the TCE. He stated that one option
is not to take any action. He stated that the Health Department
considers a minimum level of monitoring is necessary to insure the
distributed water is below the MCL. He stated that the second
option is to treat the water, and that it would probably take a
minimum of a year to design and build such a facility. He stated
that the cost would probably be between 1 to 4 million dollars for
a permanent facility.
Mr. McMurtry stated that another option is a water quality
monitoring program with monthly and quarterly sampling at a cost
of about $16,000 a year for the monthly analysis and $5,OOD a year
for the quarterly review. He stated that still another option
would be to expand the monitoring well program and install deeper
monitoring wells at Commons Park that penetrate the Prairie du
Chien - Jordan formation. He stated that the cost for expanding the
monitoring would be about $10,000 per year, and the cost to install
deeper wells would be about $50,000.
Mr. McMurtry stated that a potential contamination update could
' also be considered to evaluate MPCA files and look a� pumping data
from New Brighton or other communities. He stated that the cost
for this option would be about $6,200 a year.
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� Mr. McMurtry stated that the final option is a Wellhead Protection
Grant. He stated that this involves well monitoring, a review of
facilities upstream of the aquifer to identify sensitive areas, and
investigate where potential spills could damage the quality of the
water. He stated that Fridley has already undertaken certain
aspects of such a program. He stated that the Clean Water
Partnership with the State provides matching funds and is a fairly
new program in the State.
Mr. Flora stated that the City does not have a contamination
problem in the soil in the Commons Park area. He stated that there
is TCE in the aquifer from which the City is pumping. We do not
know the source of the contamination. He stated that Bruce A.
Liesch Associates is proposing some options on what courses of
ackion the City may wish to follow. Ae stated that based on health
standards, the City does not produce a contaminated water.
Mr. Flora felt that it would be best to continue to work with Bruce
A. Liesch Associates to determine if they can find the source of
the pollution. He stated that even if the source was found, there
is a question if the City could obtain any reimbursement because
we do not have a"health" problem. He stated that if the source
is found, action could be taken with the MPCA to remove the
contamination and eliminate future problems.
� Mayor Nee asked if Well No. 9 could be driven down deeper.
Mr. Flora stated the MN Pollution Control Agency's position is that
they do not want the City to avoid the problem, but to deal with
it. He stated that with New Brighton coming back on line and using
the aquifer, he did not know what affect it would have on the
contamination. He stated that the Army will be pumping additional
water out of the ground water at the Twin City Arsenal recovery
site and treating that water and that may have an impact.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that she had some concern when Well
No. 9 was taken off line if some TCE would be picked up in other
wells.
Mr. McMurtry stated that Well No. 9 has the highest levels, but
since it is not in production, TCE contamination has increased in
Well I3o. 8. He stated that, tentatively, it also looks like an
increase in the other wells. Ae stated that he felt there was a
suggestion that more TCE is moving towards the other wells because
of the additional pumping.
Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if some monitoring wells were
installed, if Bruce A. Liesch would suggest locations.
� Mr. Flora stated that Bruce A. Liesch is proposing three deeper
monitoring wells into the aquifer itself and obtaining data from
wells outside of Fridley to determine the flow and direction of the
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contaminant. He stated that Mounds View receives water from the
aauifer and does not have anv contamination.
Mr. McMUrtry stated that, in Fridley, there has been only one
predominant contaminant which is TCE.
Mr. Flora stated that he would recommend the Council receive the
report from Bruce A. Liesch Assooiates and staff will continue to
work with them regarding a recommendation to the Council.
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to receive the Fridley Monitoring
Well Installatian Report dated October, 1990 from Bruce A. Liesch
Associates, Inc. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. IIpon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
Counoilman Schneider asked if any more is known now than before the
study was completed.
Mr. McMurtry stated the study concluded that it
the contamination source is immediately upgrade
the sands and gravel. He stated that if
contamination in the local wells, they could hav
in Commons Park. He stated that even though it
the source, he would like the City to consi
glacial drift wells.
24. CLAIMS:
is less likely that
of Commons Park in
they had detected
e checked the soils
is most likely not
�er monitoring the
MOTION by Councilman Billings to authorize payment of Claims No.
35018 through 35384. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. IIpon a
voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
25. LICENSES:
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick 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.
26. ES`PIMATES•
MOTION by Councilwoman
submitted:
Jorgenson to approve the estimates as
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Lindahl & Carlson
1821 University Avenue
Suite 318
St. Paul, MN 551a4
1990 Miscellaneous Concrete Curb,
Gutter & 5idewalk Project
FINAL ESTIMATE . . . . . . . . .
Herrick & Newman
205 Fridley Plaza Offioe Building
6401 University Avenue N.E.
Fridley, MN 55432
Services Renderad as City Attorney for
the Month of November, 1990. .....
Newquist & Ekstrum, Chartered
301 Fridley Plaza office Building
6401 University Avenue N.E.
Fridley, MN 55432
$ 1,625.39
$ 2,016.90
Services Rendered as City Prosecuting
Attorney for the Month of September, 199D. .$ 7,138.00
AEC Engineers & Designers
511 - lith Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Phase II - 3 MG Concrete Reservoir
Repair Project No. 200
(Inspection Services)
Partial Estimate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 591.50
Phase II - 3 MG Concrete Reservoir
Repair Project No. 200
(Inspection Serviaes)
Partial Estimate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 4,239.48
Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vate, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
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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 December 10, 1990 adjourned at 9:13
p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Carole Haddad
Secretary to the City Council
Approved:
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Mayor