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02/24/1992 - 000054021 THE MINUTES OF THS REGULAR MEET=NG OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF � FEBRUARY 24. 1992 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, Councilwoman Jorgenson, Councilman Billings, Councilman Schneider and Councilman Fitzpatrick MEMBERS ABSENT: None PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION: VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA WEEK. MARCH 1-8. 1992: Mayor Nee issued a proclamation proclaiming the week of March 1 through 8, 1992 as Volunteers of America Week. He stated that this organization is celebrating its 96th year of service to the people � of Minnesota and the nation, and he urged others to uphold their spirit by commitment to help those in need. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: COUNCIL MEETING, FEBRUARY 3. 1992: MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve the minutes as presented. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. ADOPTION OF AGENDA: MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt the agenda as submitted. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. OPEN FORL7M, VISITORS: There was no response from the audience under this item of business. ' � � � 2 FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 24, 1992 PAGE 2 PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. PUBLIC HEARING ON 1992 COMMLTNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS: MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to waive the reading of the public hearing notice and open the public hearing. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the public riearing opened at 7:36 p.m. Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that the County has yet to confirm the actual amount of CDBG funds the Municipal Center will receive, however, for purposes of this public hearing, staff has assumed the City will receive the same as last year or $118,683. She stated that it would be possible to have another reallooation hearing in order to use these funds for another purpose. Ms. Dacy stated that the CDBG funding is proposed to be used for the Riverview Heights project to reimburse the City of Coon Rapids $25,000, which was loaned to the City and $35,052.10 is to be used for acquisition purposes. She stated that $35,604.90 is reserved for human services, and $23,026 is proposed to be used for transitional housing as requested by the Anoka County Community Action Program. She stated that other cities in Anoka County have been asked by ACCAP to fund this transitional housing project. Ms. Dacy stated that the Planning Commission and the Human Resources Commission have recommended approval of this proposed allocation of the CDBG funds. Councilman Billings stated that in the past, the Council has received a spreadsheet showing how the funds have been spent and asked if this was available. Councilwoman Jorgenson also stated that she was interested in reviewing this information. Ms. Dacy stated that there is a separate item on the agenda this evening to approve the proposed allocation of these CDBG funds and, she would obtain this additional information for the Council. No persons from the audience spoke regarding this proposed CDBG fund allocation, and no one was present from the ACCAP regarding their request. MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to close the puhlic hearing. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the public hearing closed at 7:40 p.m. � 3 FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 24, 1992 PAGE 3 2. PUBLIC HEARING ON A PLAT RE4UEST. P.S. #91-03, BY BRW INC.. FOR LEONARD VANASSE OF MAR-LEN DEVELOPMENT. TO REPLAT PARCEL 6 (LOT 2, BLOCK 1, MAR-LEN ADDITION) INTO LOT l, BLOCK 1. MAR-LEN 2ND ADDITION AND OUTLOT A, WAL-MART ADDITION, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 8200 MAIN STREET N.E.: Mayor Nee stated that there are three public hearings this evening �which pertain to this property. He stated the developer has requested that these items be tabled and submitted at a later date. Councilman Billings asked who would pay the cost of re-publishing the notices for the public hearings if these items are tabled. Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that the City pays the cost for publishing the public hearing notices. Councilman Billings asked if anyone was present this evening regarding these items. There was no response from the audience, and Councilman Billings suggested that the public hearings be opened and continued to a later date. Mr. Herrick, City Attorney, stated that if the public hearings are to be continued it should be to a specific date. � Mr. Dale Beckman, BRW, Inc., stated that they have been retained by Wal-Mart in regards to this matter and apologized for any inconvenience. He stated that they are trying to resolve some technical issues and need additional time. He stated that they would be willing to pay any costs for re-publishing the public hearing notices. Mr. Beckman stated that City staff has been supportive of this process, and that they are one of the most professional staffs they have dealt with. Councilman Billings stated that in view of the time it takes to publish notices for the public hearings, which is usually four to six weeks, he questioned if it might not be advisable to open the hearings and continue them to a later date. Mr. Herrick stated that the public hearings could be continued for six weeks and, if necessary, they could again be continued, as long as there is a definite date to which the hearings are continued. Mr. Beckman stated that six weeks is about the minimum amount of time they would need. MoTION by Councilman Billings 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 7:47 p.m. � � 4 FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRIIARY 24, 1992 PAGE 4 MOTION by Councilman Billings to continue this public hearing to the Council meeting of April 6, 1992. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 3. PUBLIC HEARING OPI PRELIMINARY PLAT. P.S. #91-04, BY BRW INC., FOR WEMBLEY INVE5TMENT COMPANY TO REPLAT AN AREA (PARCELS 1-5) INTO LOT 1, BLOCK l, WAL-MART ADDITION, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 8200 UNIVERSITY AVENUE N.E.: MOTION by Councilman Billings 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 7:48 p.m. MOTION by Councilman Billings to continue this public hearing to the Council meeting of April 6, 1992. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 4. PUBLIC HEARING ON REZONING, ZOA #91-04, BY BRW INC., FOR JOSEPH MAERTENS, TO REZONE LOT 3, BLOCK 2, CABA REALTY FIRST ADDITION. FROM M-2. HEAVY INDUSTRIAL, TO C-3, GENERAL SHOPPING CENTER. AND TO REZONE LOT 2. BLOCK 2. CABA REALTY FIRST ADDITION FROM C-2. GENERAL BUSINESS. TO C-3, GENERAL SHOPPING CENTER, TO ALLOW FOR CONSISTENT ZONING FOR A PROPOSED WAL-MART SHOPPING CENTER, GENERALLY LOCATED SOUTH OF 83RD AVENUE AND WEST OF UNIVERSITY AVENUE: MOTION by Councilman Billings 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 7:48 p.m. MOTION by Councilman Billings to continue this public hearing to the Counci], meeting of April 6, 1992. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS• 5. APPROVAL OF POLICY ESTABLISHING CONDITIONS FOR THE REISSUANCE OF INDUSTRIAL REVENUE BONDS: Mr. Pribyl, Finance Director, stated that this proposed policy would establish an administrative fee of 1.5 percent and an escrow account. The escrow account would use an index similar to a � Treasury Bond. He stated that the proceeds placed in escrow would be solely used for the capital improvements on the applicant's or the guarantor's property. � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 24, 1992 PAGE 5 � Councilman Schneider asked about the "arbitrage bonds." Mr. Pribyl stated that the Internal Revenue Service has determined there is only a certain percentage of the bond issue that can be used for administrative fees, and if this percentage is violated, the issue becomes taxable. Councilman Schneider stated that in this reissuing process a lot of people such as the underwriters, attorneys, and professional consultants receive fees for their services, which are not limited, and yet, there are limits placed on the City. He stated that he does not understand why the taxpayers have a disadvantage, as it seems the Internal Revenue Services' regulations provide for everyone else but the City to benefit. Ms. Stephanie Galey, Holmes and Graven, stated that over time there has been more and more of a perception that people are "making out as bandits" and a tightening of all the requirements. She stated that the costs cannot exceed two percent, as previously there was not any limitation of any kind. She stated that this limitation applies not only to the private bonds but any bonds the City would issue. Councilman Schneider questioned if the underwriter's fees were � reduced if this would result in more revenue for the City. Ms. Galey stated that these are separate restrictions and would not be the same as the one-eighth percent. Councilman Schneider asked Ms. Galey at what rate she would be reimbursed for a bond issue. Ms. Galey stated that her time is billed at $160 per hour. Councilman Schneider asked if the City could justify that their time was really $160 per hour if that counted as part of the one-eighth percent. Ms. Galey stated that the City can collect out-of-pocket expenses. Mr. Pribyl stated that his involvement is with the bond counsel, and that he does not get involved in the generation of any of the figures. Councilman Schneider felt there should be some way that some revenues could be recouped for the public. Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that if the Council approves this policy he suggested two changes in the document in order to � strengthen the City's legal position. He stated that one change is on Page 5A, Item 1, line 2, to add the words "of the issue�� 0 FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEHRUARY 24. 1992 PAGE 6 � after the word "amount��, and under Item 2, line 3, substitute the word "shall" for the word "will." Councilman Billings stated that staff has come up with a policy that will enable the City to generate revenue on something that has not been done in the past, and he is hearing negative comments. He stated that he felt staff has done the best possible under the rules of the Internal Revenue Service. Councilman Schneider stated that he was not trying to put down City staff but felt a way may be found to maximize the benefit to the City. Mayor Nee stated that he liked the concept of the escrow and asked what would be accomplished from the community's point of view. Councilman Fitzpatric]c felt that even though the gain is limited, it is better than the past policy. Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that the City always has the option of not issuing the industrial revenue bonds. She stated that she felt the City has to look at some creative bookkeepinq methods in order to insure that the fees cover the work. � MOTION hy Councilman Billings to adopt the policy relating to the reissuance of industrial revenue bonds. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. MOTION by Councilman Billings to amend the document as follows: Page 5A, Item 1, line 2, add the words "of the issue" after the word "amount" and Item 2, line 3, substitute the word "shall" for the word "will." 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, Councilman Billings, Counoilwoman Jorgenson, Councilman Fitzpatrick and Mayor Nee voted in favor of the motion. Councilman Schneider voted against the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried by a 4 to 1 vote. 6. RESOLUTION N0. 18-1992 GIVING PRELIMINARY APPROVAL TO A PROJECT UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES. CHAPTER 469. SECTIONS 464.152 THRQUGH 469.165 AND AUTHQRIZING PREPARATIQN QF NECESSARY DOCUMENTS: Mr. Pribyl, Finance Director, stated that this proposed bond issue would be for $2,750,000 and adoption of this resolution would give conceptual approval to Columbia Park Properties for refinancing. He stated that if the resolution is adopted Bond Counsel will draft � the appropriate documents for approval. 7 FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FESRUARY 24, 1992 PAGE 7 � Councilman Schneider stated that the underwriter who is workinq on behalf of Columbia Park Properties receives a$15,000 fee. He stated that, in addition, there are other fees for the trustee, attorneys, underwriter management, takedown, etc. He questioned the fee the City's law firm would receive. Mr. Herrick, City Attorney, stated that it is a small percentage, and their cost would be about $125 per hour. Councilman Schneider stated that some revenue for the City is better than none, but it seems wrong that others are collecting more than what the City receives. Mayor Nee stated that it seems the argument may be with the Internal Revenue Service and their regulations. MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to adopt Resolution No. 18-1992. Seconded by Councilman Billings. Councilman Billings stated that about two years ago he was unhappy with Columbia Park Properties hecause of actions they took on purchasing the office buildinq adjacent to the Municipal Center. He stated that the manner in which this purchase was made was not in the normal manner of purchasing the property. He stated that � they purchased the first mortgage on the property and proceeded to foreclose on that mortgage. He stated that the Housing and Redevelopment Authority had a second mortgage on that same building. Councilman Billings stated that the actions taken by Columbia Park Properties to acquire the first mortgage put the HRA in a position of coming up with thousands of dollars to protect a $40,OOD investment, and the HRA ended up negotiating a deal for about $17,000 on what was to be a$40,000 mortgage. Councilman Billings stated he made the statement that Columbia Park Properties better never come and ask for a favor. He stated that he finds himself in an extraordinary position because they are asking for a favor. He stated that the Council, however, just passed a policy that indicates if we do this favor, the City, through the one-eighth of a peroent point override, will stand to benefit about $21,000, and he now has to sacrifice his personal pride and take back the statement that he would not do them a favor. He stated that he has to do the favor in order to get back $21,000 for the City. He stated that his loyalty to the citizens of Fzidley is stronger than what Columbia Park Properties did in the past. Councilman Schneider stated that he does not intend to support this resolution. He stated that he felt Columbia Park Clinic is a fine citizen, but, as a general polioy, he will not support any of the � reissues of industrial revenue bonds until someone figures out a way for the taxpayers to get their fair share of the fees as do the attorneys, bond counsel, underwriters, etc. � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FESRUARY 24, 1992 PAGE 8 � UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, Councilwoman Jorgenson, Councilman Billings, Councilman Fitzpatrick and Mayor Nee voted in favor of the motion. Councilman Schneider voted against the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried by a 4 to 1 vote. 7. RESOLUTION NO. 19-1992 IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR A MINNESOTA LAWFUL GAMBLING PREMISE PERMIT FOR THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS: MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 19-1992. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all votinq aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 8. RESOLi7TION NO. 20-1992 IN SUPPORT OF A MINNESOTA LAWFUL GAMBLING APPLICATION FOR EXEMPTION FROM LAWFUL GAMBLING LICENSE TO THE CHURCH OF ST. WILLTAM: MOTION by CouncilWOman Jorgenson to adopt Resolution No. 20-1992. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 9. RESOLUTION N0. 21-1992 GUARANTEEING REPAYMENT OF LOAN TO THE DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR RECONSTRUCTION OF LOCKE � LAKE DAM: MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to adopt Resolution No. 21-1992. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 10. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE CABLE ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING OF JANUARY 22. 1992: MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to receive the minutes of the Cable Advisory Commission meeting of January 22, 1992. Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion oarried unanimously. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to direct staff to communicate to the Cable Commission that, due to funding, it is not the Council's policy to send Commission members to seminars, and if it is done for one Commission, it would have to be done for all Commissions; and the budget does not permit that to occur at this time. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Councilman Billings questioned if this motion was in order. Mayor Nee stated that the motion is related to discussion in the Cable Commission minutes and ruled that the motion was in order. ' UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, Councilman Schneider, Councilwoman Jorgenson, Councilman Fitzpatrick and Mayor Nee voted 9 FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 24, 1992 PAGE 9 � in favor of the motion. Councilman Billings voted against the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried by a 4 to 1 vote. 11. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF FEBRUARY 12. 1992: MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to receive the minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of February 12, 1992. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 12. APPROVAL OF THE 1992 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION• Councilwoman Sorgenson stated that she would like a more detailed analysis of the public service pool that began in 1984 and continues to 1991. She stated that she would like a breakdown of the organizations that received CDBG funding. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve the following 1992 CDBG funding allocation, as recommended by staff and the Planning and Human Resources Commissions: $6Q,052.1Q for Riverview Heights Park Development; $35,604.90 for public and human services; and $23,026 for Anoka County Community Action Program as per their request. � Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 13. APPROVAL OF 5UPPLEMENTAL SOLID WASTE ABATEMENT GRANT PROGRAM AGREEMENT• Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that this proposed agreement releases to the City up to an additional $5,000 from SCORE funds for yard waste abatement. MoTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to approve and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute this agreement for the Supplemental Solid Waste Abatement Grant Program. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 14. APPROVAL OF 5ECOND AMENDMENT TO SECTION S HOUSING ASSISTANCE PAYMENTS PROGRAM CONTRACT FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES: Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that the Metro HRA has requested the City formally execute an amendment to its Section 8 contract for Administrative Services to permit the City to perform Section 8 program services for the City of St. Anthony. She stated that the addition of the City of St. Anthony will provide about for�y certificates and vouchers and will enable the � City to insure full reimbursement from the Metro HRA for performance of the Section S housing program. 10 FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 24, 1992 PAGE 10 � Ms. Dacy stated that the majority of the work required by St. Anthony contracts can be completed in the City's office, and the City o£ Fridley benefits by retaining a person who can give attention to the elderly. MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to authorize the Mayor to execute the Second Amendment to the Section 8 Contract for Administrative Services with the Metropolitan Council. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 15. RESOLUTION NO. 22-1992 ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS ROR THE MOORE LAKE BEACH HOUSE, PROJECT NO. 233: Mr. Jack Kirk, Director of Recreation and Natural Resources, requested that the Council consider this resolution to advertise for bids for the construction of the Moore Lake Beach House. He stated that funds have been allocated in the 1992 Capital Improvement Budget in the amount of $152,250. He stated that it is hoped construction can begin early in April and substantially completed by the opening of the beach and totally completed by the end of June. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 22-1992. � Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that even though the beach is not open until June there are a number of people utilizing this area and asked what precautions would be taken to protect the public during the construction period. She also asked if any additional lighting would be required for security purposes. Mr. Kirk stated that the construction area will have to be fenced and possibly the parking lot. He stated that the lights from the hockey rink could probably be used for security purposes. UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, all voted aye, and Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 16. RESOLUTION NO. 23-1992 ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR THE LITTLE LEAGUE PARK SHELTER, PROJECT NO. 234: Mr. Jack Kirk, Director of Recreation and Natural Resources, stated that the building at the Little League Park will be remodeled, and it is requested the Council adopt this resolution to advertise for bids. He stated that the primary concern would be the rest room area and, with the new requirements under the Disabilities Act, the rest � rooms will take up more space than originally anticipated. 1 i� ' ll FRIDLEY CITY COIINCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 24, 1992 PAGE 11 Mr. Kirk stated that improvements to the concession stand will probably be the Little League's responsibility. MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to adopt Resolution No. 23-1992. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all votinq aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 17. RECEIVE BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR REPAIR OF WELL NO. 12: MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to receive the following bids for the Repair of Well No. 12: Company E.H. Renner 15688 Jarvis Elk River, MN 55330 Layne Minnesota 3147 California Minneapolis, MN 55418 Mark Traut Wells 151 72nd Avenue St. Cloud, MN 56301 Keys Well Drilling 413 N. Lexington St. Paul, MN 55104 Bergerson-Caswell 5155 Industrial Maple Plain, MN 55359 Total Bid $19,125.00 $15,488.00 $15,450.00 $17,179.00 $19,950.00 Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. Mr. Mark Winson, Assistant Public Works Director, stated that five bids were received for the repair of Well No. 12, and the low bidder was Mark Traut Wells. He stated that it is recommended the Council award the bid to Mark Traut Wells in the amount of $15,450. MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to award the contract for the Repair of Well No. 12 to the low bidder, Mark Traut Wells in the amount of $15,450. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 12 FRI�LEY CITY COUNCIL MESTING OF FSBRUARY 24, 1992 PAGE 12 � 18. RESOLUTION NO. 24-1992 ORDERING IMPROVEMENT. APPROVAL OF PLANS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS: 75TH AVENUE N.E. STORM SEWER REPAIR PROJECT NO. 232: Mr. Winson, Assistant Public Works Director, stated that $172,000 was identified in the 1992 Storm Sewer Capital outlay budget to repair the storm sewer lines on 75th Avenue and Overton Drive. He stated that plans and specifications have been prepared, and it is recommended the Council adopt this resolution to advertise for bids. MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to adopt Resolution No. 24-1992. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 19. INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that there were no informal status reports. 20. CLAIM5: MOTION by Councilman Billings to authorize payment of Claim Nos. 41493 through 41984. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a � voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 21. LICENSES: MOTION by Councilman Billings to approve the licenses as submitted and as on file in the License Clerk's Office. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 22. ESTIMATES• MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to approve the estimates as submitted: Newquist & Ekstrum Chartered 301 Fridley Plaza Office Bldg. 6401 University Avenue N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 Statement for Services Rendered as City Prosecuting Attorney for the Month of January, 1992 . . . . . . . . . . . $ 8,804.25 Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, all votinq � aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. � � � 13 FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 24. 1992 PAGE 13 23. APPOINTMENT OF CITY EMPLOYEE: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that he wished to introduce Jeff Nienaber who was selected as the Appraiser for the City to replace Walter Mulcahy. Mr. Nienaber stated that he is looking forward to working with the City and briefly outlined his work background. He stated that he worked with the County for about four years and did contract work with the City of Fridley several years ago. MOTZON by Councilman Fitzpatrick to concur with the following appointment by the City Manager: Name Jeffrey Nienaber Position Appraiser Non-exempt Grade I Step 1 Startina Salarv $15.71 per hour $32,936.16 per year Startina Date Mar. 9, 1992 Replaces Walter Mulcahy Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT: MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all votinq aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council of February 24, 1992 adjourned at 8:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Carole Haddad Secretary to the City Council Approved: William J. Nee Mayor