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THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF
APRIL 6, 1992:
The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order
at 7:30 p.m. by Mayor Nee.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Nee led the Council and the audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
ROLL CALL•
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Mayor Nee, Councilwoman Jorgenson,
Councilman Billinqs, Councilman Schneider, and
Councilman Fitzpatrick
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
PRESENTATION OF AWARD:
MARIJA NETZ FOR SERVICE ON THE HUMAN RESOURCES COMMISSION:
Mayor Nee read and presented on the behalf of the City Council a
certificate of appreciation to Marija Netz for her service on the
Human Resources Commission from November 1989 to April 1992.
PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION:
FAIR HOUSING MONTH - APRIL 1992
Mayor Nee read and issued a proclamation proclaiming the month of
April 1992 Fair Housing Month.
Mr. Don Weeding, 7153 Riverview Terrace, accepted the proclamation
on behalf of the Anoka County Association of Realtors and thanked
the Council for joining them in proclaiming April 1992 Fair Housing
Month.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
COUNCIL MEETING. MARCH 16. 1992:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve minutes as presented.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING. MARCH 30, 1992:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve the minutes as presented.
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
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ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
MoTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt the agenda as submitted.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
OPEN FORUM. VISITORS:
There was no response from the audience under this item of
business.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1. WITHDRAWAL OF WAL-MART LAND USE REQUESTS:
A. PUBLIC HEARING ON PLAT, P.S. #91-03, BY BRW, INC., FOR LEONARD
VANASSE OF MAR-LEN DEVELOPMENT TO REPLAT PARCEL 6(LOT 2,
BLOCK 1, MAR-LEN ADDITIONS INTO LOT 1, BLOCK 1, MAR-LEN 2ND
ADDITION, AND OUTLOT A, WAL-MART ADDITION, GENERALLY LOCATED
AT 8200 MAIN STREET N.E. �TABLED FEBRUARY 24, 1992�
B. PUBLIC HEARING ON PLAT. P.S. #91-04. BY BRW. INC.. FOR WEMBLEY
INVESTMENT COMPANY, TO REPLAT AN AREA (PARCELS 1-5) INTO
LOT 1, BLOCK 1, WAL-MART ADDITION, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 8200
UNIVERSITY AVENUE N.E. {TABLED FEBRUARY 24, 1992)
C. 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 (TABLED FEBRUARY 24, 1992�
Ms. Dacy stated that Wal-Mart's representative, Dale Beckman of
BRW, Inc., is withdrawing the rezoning application, plat
application, and special use permit application for the garden
center. Wal-Mart originally proposed a 120,000 square foot Wal-
Mart store; however, they are withdrawing those plans at this time.
In place of the original plans, Wal-Mart has indicated that they
will be adding a 30,000 square foot addition to the existing Sam's
Club. The Council will see those applications probably in May.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to withdraw the Wal-Mart land use
requests at the petitioner's request. Seconded by Councilman
Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared
the motion carried unanimously.
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OLD BUSINESS:
2. SPECIAL USE PERMIT. SP #91-10. BY TIMOTHY HUTCHISON, TO ALLOW
CONSTRUCTION IN THE CRP-2 (FLOOD FRINGE), GENERALLY LOCATED
AT 8021 RIVERVIEW TERRACE N.E. (TABLED MARCH 16, 19921
Ms. Dacy stated the petitioner has requested that this item be
tabled. The petitionar has raquested that this item be brought
back to the Council in July 1992.
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to table Special Use Permit,
SP #91-10, at the request of the petitioner. Seconded by
Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
3. ORDINANCE NO. 988 RECODIFYING THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE,
CHAPTER 402, ENTITLED "WATER AND SEWER ADMINISTRATION",
SECTION 402.10, METER READING AND PAYMENT FOR SERVICES:
Mr. Pribyl stated that this ordinance change would actually
increase the penalties associated with not submitting a meter
reading on the second consecutive quarter. This change would be
from the current $5.00 to $10.00, and on all subsequent quarters,
if the meter is not read and submitted, there would be an
associated penalty of $15.00.
MoTION by Councilman Schneider to waive the reading and adopt
Ordinance No. 988 on the second reading and order publication.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all votinq
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
NEW BU5INESS•
4. RESOLUTION NO. 30-1992 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE, SALE AND
DELIVERY OF THE COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT REFUNDING REVENUE BONDS
FOR COLUMBIA PARK PROPERTIES:
Mr. Pribyl stated that this resolution will authorize $3,105,000
in revenue bonds. These revenue bonds were issued for the purpose
of refunding a similar issue that was done in 1982. Columbia Park
Properties has requested the issuance of these bonds and will be
providing the appropriate administrative fee. They will also be
entering into an escrow agreement at the time of closing. The
lengthy title on this resolution actually acts as a summary of the
content of the resolution.
Mr. Pribyl stated that a representative from Holmes & Graven, the
City's Bond Counsel, is in the audience if the Council has any
questions.
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to adopt Resolution No. 30-1992.
Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, Councilman
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Schneider voting nay, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried by a
vote of 4-1.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 31-1992 IN SIIPPORT OF A MINNESOTA LAWFUL
GAMBLING APPLICATION FOR EXEMPTION FROM LAWFUL GAMBLING
LICENSE TO THE MINNESOTA BASS FEDERATION (THORNE BROTHERS
SPORTING GOODS):
Mr. Pribyl stated that this organization does qualify for this type
of exemption. The organization operates out of the Thorne Brothers
Sporting Goods store.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that she believed the raffle is for
a boat, and raffle tickets for the boat were being sold in the
Holiday Plus parking lot on Sunday, April 5. How can they be
selling these raffle tickets before Council approval? She stated
that these organizations need to be informed of how the law works.
Mr. Pribyl stated that he was not aware of this and did not know
if the Director of Public Safety was either. He stated that this
organization has also requested that the fee be waived.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 31-1992.
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick.
Councilman Billings stated that because of the request by the
organization that the fee be waived and the fact that they were
selling raffle tickets before Council approval, he would make a
motion to table this item.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to table this item. Seconded by
Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, Mayor Nee and
Councilman Schneider voting nay, Mayor Nee declared the motion
carried by a vote of 3-2.
6. RECEIVE PETITION FOR ALGAE AND WEED TREATMENT ON HARRIS POND:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to receive the petition. Seconded
by Councilwoman Jorgenson.
Mr. Flora stated that the City has received a petition from the
Harris Pond property owners requesting that the City treat the
algae and remove the weeds. They are requesting that the cost not
exceed $2,500 and that the Harris Pond homeowners will be assessed
50 percent of that cost.
Mr. Flora stated that in reviewing the petition, it was noted that
two of the property owners are not signers. One property owner is
on vacation so he did not know if this person would have signed or
not, and it appears that one other property owner did not sign.
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� Mr. Flora stated staff recommends that the City treat the algae
but review the weed issue to determine the costs and whether or not
a weed harvesting program would be effective.
Councilman Schneider stated that he believed this action is
consistent with the City's proposed storm drainage policy, and he
is comfortable with allowing staff to treat the algae and review
the weed situation.
Councilman Schneider stated he had one concern and that was whether
the 50 percent cost was to be assessed equally among all the
homeowners on the lake or just those who signed the petition.
Mr. Flora stated that the City's proposed storm drainage policy
would assess the cost equally to all the homeowners, but this
particular petition is not signed by all the homeowners.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion
carried unanimously.
Councilman Schneider requested staff to verify who would be
assessed with the petition and bring this item back at the next
council meeting.
� 7. RESOLUTION N0. 32-1992 APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING SIGNING AN
AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING WORKING CONDITIONS, WAGES, AND HOURS
OF EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY FIRE DEPARTMENT FOR THE
YEAR 1992:
Mr. Hunt stated that this contract has been negotiated with the
Fridley Firefighters and is the same in almost every respect as
that granted to the City employees:
l. An increase in base wages of 2.5 percent for 1992 over 1991.
2. The employer's contribution toward hospitalization, life
insurance, dental insurance, etc., will be a maximum of
$275.00 per month for 1992.
3. An increase in $10.00 per month in the maximum contribution
of the City in accordance with the Flexible Benefit Plan,
"Option B."
4. A reduction in the waiting period from twenty days to ten days
for trie short term disability in the case of an injury or
illness that is duty-related.
Mr. Hunt stated staff recommends the adoption of this resolution.
� MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 32-1992.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all votinq
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
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� 8. RECEIVE THE MTNUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF
MARCH 25. 1992:
A. ESTABLISH PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 20, 1992, FOR A PRELIMINARY
PLAT REOUEST, P.S. #92-01, BY FRIDLEY VFW POST #363, VFW
ADDITION, TO REPLAT PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 1040 OSBORNE
ROAD N.E.'
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to set the public hearing for
preliminary plat, P.S. #92-01, for April 20, 1992. Seconded by
Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
B. ESTABLISH PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 20, 1992, FOR A REZONING
RE9UEST, ZOA #92-D1, BY FRIDLEY VFW POST #363. TO REZONE
PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 1040 OSBORNE ROAD N.E.:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to set the public hearing for
rezoning request, ZoA #92-01, for April 20, 1992. Seconded by
Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
C. SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP #92-01, BY WALTER KLUS, PER SECTION
205.13.01.C.(71 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE, TO ALLOW MOTOR
� VEHICLE FUEL AND OIL DISPENSING SERVICE AS AN ACCESSORY USE
TO A CONVENIENCE STORE. GENERALLY LOCATED AT 7883-7899 EAST
RIVER ROAD N.E. fRIVERBOAT SHOPPING CENTERI:
Ms. Dacy stated that the property is located at the northeast
corner of 79th Way and East River Road. The property is zoned C-1,
Local Business, and is surrounded on all sides by R-3, General
Multiple Family Dwelling. The petitioner is requesting a special
use permit in order to construct two gasoline pumps and a canopy
in the existing shopping center. The petitioner is also requesting
variances in two looations for parking lot encroachments.
Ms. Dacy stated that staff reviewed three plans with the
petitioner, and the plan being presented is the best plan in terms
of on-site traffic management. The pumps are located just
southwest of the entrance off of 79th way.
Ms. Dacy stated that when the building was originally constructed,
a stipulation of that construction was that the entrance from the
south of the property be a one-way in only. There was a one-way
sign on the property at one time; but, according to the petitioner,
that sign has been down for some time.
Ms. Dacy stated that the parcel is well located at a signalized
intersection, 79th Way is not a heavily traveled street, and a dead
� end is at the railroad tracks to the east.
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� Ms. Dacy stated that staff is recommending denial of the special
use permit and variance requests based on the fact that the
addition of the pumps changes the site plan and the property is
short parking spaces. The site has 32 parking spaces and if the
variances are granted, the number required would be 34 with the
existing mixture of uses. At the Appeals Commission and Planning
Commission meetings, the petitioner presented evidence that he has
negotiated a shared parking easement with the owner of Meadow Run
Apartments to the south for a minimum of four and possibly up to
ten spaces. So, looking at a minimum of four spaces on the
adjacent property, the petitioner has submitted that he will have
34 parking spaces or two over the required number if the existing
mixture of uses is maintained.
Ms. Dacy stated that one of staff's concerns is that if the uses
all went to retail, it would dictate a higher parking space
requirement. However, in that case if the variances were granted
with the shared parking arrangement, the petitioner can meet that
requirement. If the variances are not granted, the petitioner can
construct two additional parking spaces, and, with the four leased
spaces, could meet the parking requirements for the existing
mixture of uses. However, if the uses go to all retail, the
petitioner would be short two parking spaces.
� Ms. Dacy stated that the Planning Commission recommended approval
of the special use permit subject to five stipulations. The
Planning Commission believed the parking and traffic problems would
be localized on site and would not affect the adjacent roadways.
They also saw this application as an opportunity to improve the
appearance of the site.
Ms. Dacy stated that the five stipulations are as follows:
1. The variance request, VAR #92-02, shall be approved.
2. A signage plan showing the placement and type of
directional signage shall be submitted prior to building
permit application.
3. The landscape plan, to include underground irrigation,
shall be approved by staff prior to issuance of a
building permit. Installation of the landscaping shall
be completed by November l, 1992.
4. A performance bond in the amount of 3 percent of the
improvement cost shall be submitted prior to the issuance
of a building permit.
5. The petitioner shall provide a copy of the executed lease
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permit.
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Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that she has visited the site. It
seems like it is going to be rather tight for the maneuverability
of cars around the pump island. Did the petitioner look at putting
the pumps in an east/west direction instead of north/south
direction?
Mr. Walter Klus stated that he had an architect draw up the plans.
They put together three different plans, and the proposed plan is
the one that works the best for the site. He agreed that this is
a tight spot, but they feel the proposed plan is the best plan for
the site. They believe the proposed plan will not cause any undue
problems on the site.
Mr. Klus stated that regarding the signage that was up at the south
entrance, they have had difficulty in keeping it there, but they
will reinstall it to discourage traffic £rom exiting there. He
stated that the driveway opening along 79th Way is not a maximum
driveway width. They decided to keep it smaller to help control
the traffic. They were trying to position the pumps parallel
(north/south) with East River Road so there would not be any lights
shining across the street into the residential neighborhood or
interfering with the traffic at the intersection of East River Road
and 79th Way.
Ms. Dacy stated that another factor is that there are only �wo
pumps. If there were more pumps, there would be an even greater
problem.
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to grant Special Use Permit,
SP #92-01, with the following stipulations: (1) The variance
request, VAR #92-02, shall be approved; (2) A signage plan showing
the placement and type of directional signage shall be submitted
prior to building permit application; (3) The landscape plan, to
include underground irrigation, shall be approved by staff prior
to issuance of a building permit. Installation of the landscaping
shall be completed by November 1, 1992; (4) A performance bond in
the amount o£ 3% of the improvement cost shall be submitted prior
to the issuance of a building permit; (5) The petitioner shall
provide a copy of the executed lease agreement to the City prior
to issuance of a building permit. Seconded by Councilman
5chneider.
Councilman Sillings stated that on Page 4-H of the agenda, the
property owner of the property to the south indicated that they
would enter into a lease agreement for four spaces. Is that the
total spaces needed, or does the lease provide for more?
Ms. Dacy stated it was her understanding that the lease agreement
is for up to ten spaces.
Mr. Klus stated that he has a lease agreement with Jim Lupient, who
owns the adjacent Meadow Run Apartments, for four parking spaces.
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1 As there is the demand, there is the opportunity to lease up to ten
spaces. Four is the critical number now, and he did not envision
that he will need ten spaces at any time. These spaces will be
designated for employee parking only. Mr. Lupient is out of town
right now, and he will finalize the lease agreement when
Mr. Lupient returns.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion
carried unanimously.
9. RECEIVE AN ITEM FROM THE APPEALS COMMISSION MEETING OF
MARCH 17, 1992•
A. VARIANCE REQUEST. VAR #92-02, BY WALTER KLUS, TO REDUCE THE
HARD 5URFACE SETBACK FROM 20 FEET TO 17 FEET AND 20 FEET TO
14 FEET, TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A GASOLINE PUMP ISLAND,
GENERALLY LOCATED AT 7899 EAST RIVER ROAD N.E.
Ms. Dacy stated that the variance request is in two parts: (1) to
acknowledge an existing encroachment from the parking area on the
north side of the property from 20 feet to 17 feet; and (2) to
reduce the hard surface setback from 20 feet to 14 feet to allow
a 6 foot encroachment for the expansion of the parking area on the
northwest portion of the site.
� Ms. Dacy stated that because of the acquisition of at least four
parking spaces, the petitioner withdrew a variance request for a
hard surface setback from 20 feet to 6 feet on the southwest
portion of the site.
Ms. Dacy stated the Appeals Commission recommended approval of the
variance request subject to three stipulations:
1. The variance was for the plan as amended March 17, 1992.
2. Special Use Permit, SP #92-01, shall be approved.
3. A copy of the executed lease agreement shall be submitted
to the City.
Ms. Dacy stated Anoka County may take the first l0 feet of the
property for the expansion of East River Road; however, those plans
are not finalized for this particular area.
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to grant Variance Request,
VAR #92-02, to reduce the hard surface setback from 20 feet to 17
feet to correct an existing encroachment and to reduce the hard
surface setback from 20 feet to 14 feet, with the following
stipulations: (1} The variance was for the plan as amended March
1 17, 1992; (2) Special Use Permit, SP #92-01, shall be approved; (3)
A copy of the executed lease agreement shall be submitted to the
City. Seconded by Councilman Schneider.
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Councilman Billings stated that he would like Stipulation #3
clarified to state that although the executed lease agreement
provides for a minimum of four parking spaces now, there is the
possibility of up to ten parking spaces as needed.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to amend stipulation #3 as follows:
"An executed lease agreement that provides up to ten parking
spaces, shall be submitted to the City." Seconded by Councilman
Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared
the motion carried unanimously.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the main
motion carried unanimously.
10. RESOLUTION NO. 33-1992 AUTHORIZING CONSTRUCTION OF A GARAGE
WITHIN A UTILITY EASEMENT (WAYNE A. JOHNSON AND MARY C.
JOHNSONI:
MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No, 33-1992.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
11. RESOLUTION N0. 34-1992 AUTHORIZING CONSTRUCTION OF A DECK INTO
A DRAINAGE EASEMENT (KENNETH P. SCHULTZ AND HOLLY M. SCHULTZI:
, MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to adopt Resolution No. 34-1992.
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
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12. APPROVAL OF OFFER TO PURCHASE ALDEN GERSZEWSKI PROPERTY,
7885 BROAD AVENUE N.E.:
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick, to authorize the purchase of the
Alden Gerszewski property at 7885 Broad Avenue N.E. Seconded by
Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
13. RECEIVE PROPOSALS AND AWARD BUILDING CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
CONTRACT•
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to receive the following proposals
for the building cleaning and maintenance contract.
Company
Town & Country
Stop & Smell the Roses
Maintenance Experts
Ives Enterprises
Total Proposal
$31,200 (No meetings/security)
$36,000 (With windows)
$36,084
$40,320
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Elaine's Cleaning
Brigitte 011endick
Servpro
$44,400
$46,500
$50,850 (No windows)
Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Flora stated that the City received seven proposals for the
Municipal Center and City Garage janitorial services. The 1992
budget includes $40,800 for janitorial services. The lowest
proposal from Town & Country was disqualified because they would
not cover the meetings as required in the contract. The next
lowest proposal was from Stop and Smell the Roses at $36,000. This
company also indicated they would wash the windows twice a year,
which is not included in the contract. The City usually has a
separate contract for the washing of windows, so this constitutes
a $500 savings.
Mr. Flora stated that since this is a service contract, there is
a certain amount of discretion involved and the Council can decide
which proposal they prefer to accept. Staff recommends the Council
award the janitorial service contract to the lowest bidder, Stop
and Smell the Roses, for $36,000.
Councilman Schneider stated that, as far as the evening meetings,
public contact is involved and the existing contractor has worked
out very well. Realizing the mechanics of the evening meetings,
is staff reasonably convinced that the recommended contractor could
handle the job?
Mr. Flora stated that staff did explain to all the companies the
issue of servicing the evening meetings, providing coffee, setting
up tables, etc. After the proposals were received, they had a
meeting with Stop and Smell the Roses and again went over the
issues. The company understands what they are supposed to do, but
they will need to be trained. He stated that there is no doubt
that the existing contractor is aware of the system and knows how
things are to be done, but there was a substantial difference in
price between the existing contractor and Stop and Smell the Roses.
Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if the current contractor prepared a
list of items that are done for the City on a routine basis, and
was that list given to the recommended contractor? She wanted to
make sure that the specifications of what the City requires to be
done were equally looked at by all the companies submitting
proposals.
Mr. Flora stated that a list of items that have to be done were
explained to Stop and Smell the Roses.
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� Councilwoman Schneider stated that with the proposal process,
normally the submittals are secret and opened at a fixed time, and
a contract is awarded to the lowest submitter. With the proposal
process, does the Council have the discretion to negotiate with the
different contractors? Since there is a significant spread in cost
between Stop and Smell the Roses and the current contractor, is it
possible to talk to the existing contractor in an effort to
negotiate a lower cost?
Mr. Gregg Herrick stated that he did not think there was anything
that prevents the City from doing that. He would suggest that the
City Council throw out the proposals and request additional
proposals. But, he did not believe there is anything to prevent
the City from negotiating a service contract.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that she is really concerned, because
good cleaning services are hard to find. The City has been very
pleased with the current contractor. Does Stop and Smell the Roses
have contracts with any other commercial buildings, municipal
buildings, or banks?
Mr. Flora stated that Stop and Smell the Roses has contracts with
the Ramsey County Library in Roseville, a food store, Landmark
Estates, and a residential client.
� Councilwoman Jorgenson asked how long Stop and Smell the Roses has
been in the cleaning business. Did the City check with the Better
Business Bureau regarding this company?
Mr. Burns stated that the company has been in business for about
two years. He checked references and did a background check, but
he did not believe they checked with the Better Business Bureau.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that the question comes, basically,
down to whether or not the contractors were bidding on the same
service.
Mayor Nee asked if the current contractor put together a job
description that was submitted with the requests for proposals.
Mr. Flora stated that, no, the aurrent contractor did not.
Mayor Nee stated that it was very hard to dismiss a contractor who
is doing a good job.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated it also depends on the amount of time
that the cleaning service must spend in the building. There is
also a difference between surface cleaning and thorough cleaning.
, Councilman Schneider asked if there was a deadline for the
contract.
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Mr. Flora stated that the existing contract expired April 1, 1992.
The contractor has been working on a day-to-day basis since then.
Councilman Schneider stated that if it is legal, would it be
possible to talk to the existing contractor to review the criteria
they based their proposal cost on and to review what Stop and Smell
the Roses based their proposal cost on to see if there were any
misunderstandings in the request for proposals or to see if there
is any possibility of the current contractor coming closer to the
lower proposal cost? He valued the fact that the Council has been
very pleased, and that the current service is worth something, but
not $10,000. He would like to get this resolved befora they hire
a different cleaning service.
Mr. Flora stated that the Council could move to table this item
until staff has discussed this with the two companies.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that she would encourage staff to get
the estimated number of hours needed in cleaning the Municipal
Center, so they can make a comparative analysis between the two
services.
Councilman Billings stated that the difference in costs between the
current contractor and Stop and Smell the Roses is approximately
3o percent, and that is a substantial amount.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to table consideration of this item
until the next meeting and request City staff to review the
apparent discrepancies in the proposed costs with the existing
contractor and propose a lower cost. Seconded by Councilwoman
Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared
the motion carried unanimously.
14. RECEIVE BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR WELL NO. 13 ELECTRTCAL
MOTOR CONVERSION PROJECT NO. 230:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to receive the following bids for
Well No. 13 Electrical Motor Conversion Project No. 230:
Company
Mark J. Traut Wells Inc.
151 - 72nd Avenue South
St. Cloud, MN 56301
Killmer Electric
9702 - 85th Avenue North
Maple Grove, MN 55369
Richmar Construction, Inc.
7778 Alden Way
Fridley, MN 55432
Total Bid
$21,24�.�0
$24,200.00
$24,630.00
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Seconded by Couttcilwoman Sorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Flora stated that the 1992 Capital Improvement Plan identifies
Well No. 13 Electrical Motor Conversion Project No. 230 to convert
the existing gas powered engine to an electrical driven motor.
They received twelve bids. The low bidder is Mark Traut Wells,
Inc., at $21,240. Mark Traut Wells has received well contracts
prior to this project and is familiar with the City of Fridley.
Staff recommends that the Council receive the bids and award the
contract to Mark Traut Wells, Inc., for Well No. 13 electric
conversion.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to award the contract for Well
No. 13 Electrical Motor Conversion Project No. 23D to Mark Traut
Wells, Inc., in the amount of $21,240. Seconded by Councilman
Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared
the motion carried unanimously.
15. RECEIVE BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR STORM SEWER REPAIR PROJECT
NO. 232:
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to receive the following bid for
Storm Sewer Repair Project No. 232:
Company
Insituform Control, Inc.
6167 North Kent Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53217
Total Bid
$269,108.00
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Flora stated that this is a project to place a new liner in the
storm sewer system on 75th and averton. When they were preparing
the 1992 Capital Improvement Program in 1991 it was suggested that
they consolidate their repair work and do it over two years rather
than four years. In that process, staf£ put numbers together and
advertised for 1,000 feet of repair work on 75th Avenue and 1,000
feet of repair work on Overton. When the bids came based on the
quantities suggested by staff, the bid was $269,108 for 2,000 feet
of work. In the 1992 budget, they had only planned to spend
$172,000 for storm sewer repair. In looking over the issue they
found they had increased their quantities considerably from 670
feet to 1,000 feet on 75th Avenue and 450 feet to 1,000 feet on
Overton. In looking at the bids, staff believed there was some
economy by doing all the work on 75th Avenue because of the length
and reducing the number of setups. In reviewing the bid and
requirements, they found they could accomplish the relining of the
36-inch storm sewer system on 75th for $199,000. This is an
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increase of $27,000 over the 1992 budgeted amount, but it also
incorporates a reduction in the work programmed for 1993.
Mr. Flora stated that staff recommends the Council receive the
bids, delete the work on Overton Avenue for 1992, include it in
the 1993 reconstruction, authorize exeoution of the work on
75th Avenue and award the bid to Insituform Control, Inc., in the
amount of $199,000. There would be a corresponding reduction in
the storm water fund for 1993 and would allow for a budgeting
change to be accomplished over two years.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to award the contract for the repair
of the storm sewer repair on 75th Avenue from Hayes Street to Bacon
Drive and Arthur Street to Lakeside to Insituform Control, Inc.,
in the amount of $199,000. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion
carried unanimously.
16. RECEIVE BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR REPAIR OF WELL NO. 13,
PROJECT NO. 236:
MoTION by Councilman Schneider to receive the following bids for
repair of Well No. 13, Project No. 236:
Company
Layne Minnesota
3147 California
Minneapolis, MN 55418
Mark Traut Wells
151 - 72nd Avenue
St. Cloud, MN 56301
E. H. Renner
15688 Jarvis
Elk River, MN 55330
Keys Well Drilling
413 North Lexington
St. Paul, MN 55104
Total Bid
$14,697.00
$14,885.00
$18,252.00
$20,421.00
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Flora stated that this is the second part of the repair of Well
No. 13. They will be replacing the service pipes in the normal
four year program. Layne Minnesota Well Company was the low bidder
at $14,697. Based upon the low bid, staff recommends the City
Council receive the bids and award the contract to Layne Minnesota
Well Company in the amount of $14,697.
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M�TION by Councilman Schneider to award the contract for repair of
Well No. 13, Project No. 236, to Layne Minnesota Well Company in
the amount of $14,697. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson, upon
a vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
17. RECEIVE BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR MOORE LAKE BEACH HOUSE,
PROJECT NO. 233:
Mr. Kirk stated that on Wednesday, March 25, 1992, the bids were
opened for the construction of the beach house at Moore Lake Park.
The low bidder on the project was Earl Weikle & Sons, Inc. Their
bid for the total project was $173,944. There were eight deduct
alternates included in the bid process. Those deducts were items
either suggested by the Parks and Recreation Commission or by the
Council early in the design phase. Those eight alternates could
be deducted, and the total bid for the low bidder would be
$150,851. He stated that $152,250 was budgeted for the
construction of the beach house in the 1992 Capital Improvements
Program in the Park section. The total package is over that
amount.
Mr. Kirk stated that the bids received for the remodeling of the
Little League building were $10,000 below the budgeted amount. If
� the Council decides to qo with the total project for the beach
house with the alternates, they could also look at some adjustments
in the future capital improvement program.
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Mr. Kirk reviewed each deduct alternate based on the low bid cost:
Deduct Alternates #1 : The roof observation deck that
would provide additional surveillance of the waterfront,
beach, and parking lot areas.
Cost: $6,900 - for the wood decking (Alternate #1)
$1,433 - for the stairway leading to the roof
(Alternate #2)
Deduct Alternate #3: The concrete patio at the south side of
the building.
Cost: $1,300
Deduct Alternate #4: Delete the metal roof and provide an
asphalt shingle roof. (Staff's concern is the long term
maintenance repair costs associated with a shingle roof.)
Cost: $3,760
Deduct Alternate #5: Baby changing stations in each of the
restroom areas.
Cost: $600 for the two stations
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Deduct Alternate #6: Delete the two pre-cast panels with the
City logo to be built-in on the east and west sides of the
building.
Cost: $4,500
Mr. Kirk stated that at the Parks and Recreation Commission
meeting earlier this evening, there was some discussion about
the sign. The Commission would like to see the building
identified, but they were concerned that the sign might be
too large. One comment was that maybe the building could have
the City logo, but have a sign identifying the park rather
than the "City of Fridley.�'
Mr. Burns stated another suggestion might be the bronze
letters which are used on the Municipal Center.
Deduct Alternate #7: Provide hollow metal shutters in lieu
of louver shutters on the windows of the building. The louver
shutters would provide a view to the inside of the building
for security purposes.
Cost: $1,400
Deduct Alternate #8: Delete the demolition of the existing
structure and have the demolition work completed by City
employees.
Cost: $3,20D
Mr. Kirk stated that in discussing this with the Public Works
Department, they felt that $3,200 was a reasonable bid for the
demolition.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to receive the following bids for
Moore Lake Beach House, Project No. 233:
Company
Earl Weikle & Sons
2514 - 24th Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Parkos Construction Co. Inc.
l010 Scott Robert Street
West St. Paul, MN 55118
United Contracting
2817 Anthony Lane
Suite 304
Minneapolis, MN 55418
Total Bid
$173,944.00
$176,900.00
$177,760.00
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Donahue Construction Inc.
8470 Center Drive N.E.
Spring Lake Park, MN 55432
George W. Olsen Construction Co.
126 Blake Road North
Hopkins, MN 55343
Hunerberg Construction
14915 - 32nd Avenue North
Plymouth, MN 55447
Mikkelson-Wulff Construction Co.
126 Blake Road North
Hopkins, MN 55343
Merrimac Construction Co., Inc.
14533 Highway 65 N.E.
Anoka, MN 55304
C.o. Field Company
2940 Harriet Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Allstar Construction Inc.
6614 Eagle Lake Drive
Maple Grove, MN 55369
Nordling Construction
$180,980.00
$182,100.00
$185,320.00
$188,294.00
$188,294.00
$200,750.00
$201,995.00
$204,000.00
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 contract to Earl
Weikle & Sons for the construction of the Moore Lake Beach House,
Project No. 233, in the total amount of $173,944 which includes
Alternates 1- 8. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson.
Mayor Nee stated that he would like the Council to consider the
alternates individually.
Alternate #1 - $6,9D0 (observation deck)
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that from a public safety point of
view, they need supervision of the parking lot as well as the beach
from the observation deck.
Alternate #2 - $1,433 (stairway)
� Councilman Schneider stated that from a public safety point of
view, they also have to include the stairway to the observation
deck.
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Alternate #3 - $1,300 (cancrete patio area)
MOTION by Councilman Billings to deduct Alternate #3.
MOTION DIED FOR LACK OF A SECOND.
Alternate #4 - $3,760 (delete metal roof)
There was no motion to deduct Alternate #4.
Alternate #5 - $600 (baby changing stations)
Councilman Billings stated that the Koala Bear changing station
retail for about $225 each and the wholesale price is probably
about $155. These can easily be installed by City employees.
Rather than installing one in each of the restrooms, maybe there
is a common area where one can be installed.
Mr. Kirk stated that rather than installing a baby changing station
on the outside of the building, there is no other common area where
one could be installed.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that a place for the baby changing
stations to be installed is something they could possibly leave
and look for alternate funding at another time.
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to deduct Alternate #6 and look
for alternate funding for baby changing stations in the future.
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
Alternate #6 -$4,500 (pre-cast panels with City logo)
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to deduct Alternate #6 and ask staff
to look at lower cost alternatives for signage. Seconded by
Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
Alternate #7 - $1,400 (hollow metal shutters)
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to deduct Alternate �7. Seconded
by Councilwoman Jorgenson.
Councilman Schneider stated that he believed the building would be
more secure with the solid shutters.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that there are also windows all
around the building, and a police officer would have to get out of
the car and walk around the building to see in all the windows.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion
carried unanimously.
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Alternate #8 -$3,200 (demolition of building �y City employees)
There was no motion to deduct Alternate #8.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to award the contract to Earl Weikle
& Sons for the construction of the Moore Lake Beach House, Project
No. 233, in the total of $167,444 which includes Alternates l, 2,
3, 4, and 8, deducting Alternates 5, 6, and 7. Seconded by
Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, Councilman Billings
abstaining, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried.
18. RECEIVE BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR LITTLE LEAGUE SHELTER,
PROJECT N0. 234•
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to receive the bids for the Little
League Shelter, Project No. 234:
Company
Earl Weikle & Sons
2514 - 24th Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Parkos Construction Co. Inc.
1010 Scott Robert Street
West St. Paul, MN 55118
C.O. Field
2940 Harriet Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55408
United Contracting
2817 Anthony Lane
Suite 304
Minneapolis, MN 55418
Hunerberg Construction Co.
14915 - 32nd Avenue North
Plymouth, MN 55447
Donahue Construction Inc.
8470 Center Drive N.E.
Spring Lake Park, MN 55432
Mikkelson-Wulff Construction Co.
126 Blake Road North
Hopkins, MN 55343
Jay Bros. Inc.
2209 Phelps Road
Hugo, MN 55038
Total Bid
$21,058.00
$21,400.00
$21,803.00
$24,500.00
$25,140.00
$25,573.00
$25,695.00
$25,985.00
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Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Kirk stated that on Wednesday, March 25, 1992, they also opened
the bids for the Little League Park building remodeling project.
The low bidder on this project was also Earl Weikle & Sons, Inc.,
in the amount of $21,058. This remodeling project will provide two
accessible restroom facilities, drinking fountain, new cement
floor, better access to the upper level, and general repairs to the
concession stand which also serves as a storage facility and
utility building. There is a concession stand operated by the
Fridley Youth Sports Association (Little League Division), and the
Little League Division will be taking care of the improvements to
the concession stand.
Mr. Kirk stated that $31,500 was budgeted for this project in the
1992 Capital Improvements budget, and the low bid is $10,442 below
this budgeted amount.
Mr. Kirk stated that there were four potential deducts; but, even
with the deduct alternates, the remodeling comes well below the
budgeted amount. Staff is recommending the Council award the
contract for the remodeling of the Little League Park building to
Earl Weikle & Sons, Inc.
Mr. Kirk stated the alternate deducts were as follows:
Alternate Deduct #1: Deduct drinking fountain on the outside
of the building.
Alternate Deduct #2: Only do the concrete slab on the inside
of the building that would accommodate the restroom areas.
Alternate Deduct #3: Deleting some electrical fixtures in
the upper level.
Alternate Deduct #4: Not including any painting and upgrading
the outside of the building.
There were no motions to deduct Alternates 1-4 froln the Little
League Park building project.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to award the contract for the
remodeling of the Little League Park building, Project No. 234, to
Earl Weikle & Sons, Inc., for the total project amount of $21,058.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, Councilman
Billings abstaining, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried.
Councilman Schneider stated that they are still about $6,000 over
budget for the Moore Lake Beach House and Little League Park
building projects. He would urge staff to try to find some way to
absorb this $6,000 overage in the budget.
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� 5. RESOLUTION NO. 31-1992 IN SUPPORT OF A MINNESOTA LAWFUL
GAMBLING APPLICATION FOR EXEMPTION FROM LAWFUL GAMBLING
LICENSE TO THE MINNESOTA BASS FEDERATION (THORNE BROTHERS
SPORTING GOODS):
MOTION by Councilman Billings to remove item #5 from the table.
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, Councilwoman
3orgenson voting nay, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried by a
vote of 4-1.
Mayor Nee stated that the first question before the Council is
whether or not to adopt the resolution to support the gambling
application.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 31-1992.
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, Chairwoman
Jorgenson voting nay, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried by a
vote of 4-1.
Mayor Nee stated that the second question before the Council is the
request by the Minnesota Bass Federation to have the fee of $25
waived.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider not to waive the fee and require the
� Minnesota Bass Federation to pay the normal fee of $25. Seconded
by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
19. APPROVAL OF TEMPORARY WOOD CHIP TRANSFER AGREEMENT BETWEEN
SPRINGBROOK NATURE CENTER AND NORTHERN STATES POWER COMPANY:
Mr. Kirk stated that the Recreation and Natural Resource Department
would like to enter into an agreement with NSP to allow them to
use a portion of the Nature Center to store wood chips and use as
a transfer site. This agreement would allow the City to have
immediate access to wood chips necessary for the maintenance of
the Springbrook trail system. The Recreation and Natural Resource
Department believes this would be in the best interest of the City
and recommends the Council approve this agreement. The City
Attorney's office has looked at the agreement and made some changes
that have been incorporated into the agreement.
MQTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to approve Temporary Wood Chip
Transfer Agreement Between the Springbrook Nature Center and
Northern States Power Company. Seconded by Councilman Schneider.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion
carried unanimously.
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� 20. MOTION FOR EMERGENCY REPAIR AND RESTORATION OF WATER SERVICE
ON WOODY LANE CUL-DE-SAC:
Mr. Flora stated that this water main break occurred between the
homes at 5948 and 5988 Woody Lane. The break was just beyond the
cul-de-sac where the line runs between the properties and connects
to Central Avenue. This has been a most extraordinary situation
because of the improper designation of the water location, the
proximity to the buildings, and the extensive depth of the line.
As a result of the work that has already been done and the City's
efforts to repair and restore water service to the residents on the
Woody Lane cul-de-sac, staff is requesting that Council pass a
motion authorizing these emergency expenditures from the Water
Capital Improvement Utility Fund.
Councilman Schneider asked the approximate cost of the repair work.
Mr. Flora stated he believed the cost could be as high as $40,0��
to $50,000.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to authorize emergency expenditures
from the Water Capital Improvement Utility Fund for the repair and
restoration of water service to the residents on the Woody Lane
cul-de-sac. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice
� vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
21. APPROVAL OF CHANGE ORDER NO. 5. STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
NO. ST. 1991 - 1& 2:
Mr. Flora stated that it was suggested at a Council meeting last
fall that the drive and parking area in front of the RMR Recycling
Center should be paved. He stated that he has talked to the 1991
street contractor, and the contractor is willing to add this work
to his contract for $5,237.50. If the Council wants to have this
area paved, he is recommending they approve Change order No. 5 to
ST. 1991 - 1& 2 for $5,237.50.
MoTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to approve Change Order No. 5,
Street Improvement Project No. ST. 1991 - 1& 2, in the amount of
$5,237.50. Seconded by Councilman Schneider.
Councilman Billings asked for a history on the building. Who
constructed the building, the City or the contractor?
Mr. Flora stated that the contractor constructed the building. The
City provided the space, the fencing, and the water. The
contractor provides the energy and pays the electrical bill.
� Councilman Billing stated that with the Legislature and the
Governor's Office talking about deleting between $125,000 and
$500,000 from the City's 1992 budget, the Council should think very
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� seriously about making expenditures. The Council just voted on an
emergency issue that could cost around $50,000, they voted approval
of the construction of the Moore Lake Beach House that was
approximately 10 percent higher than the original budgeted amount,
and he did not necessarily know if this was the time to be making
discretionary expenditures without at least lookinq for alternative
sources of funding with something other than the reserves of the
City which eventually will be passed on to the taxpayers of the
City of Fridley.
Mayor Nee asked the benefit or need for the paving at the recycling
center.
Mr. Flora stated that the cars must come of£ 71st Avenue and drive
through the dirt or mud to unload their recyclables. When the
weather is inclement, it messes up the operation of the recycling
center, it messes up the cars, and messes up 71st Avenue.
Ms. Dacy stated that the City has also received complaints from RMR
about the drainage situation and that the water ponds in front of
the building.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that the building is also
considerably lower than the concrete apron that runs around the
� building. The City did bring in additional fill last year, but the
drainage continues to be a considerable problem for people using
the facility.
Councilman Schneider stated that they continue to have this
dichotomy with recycling. He believed that they are all committed
to the concept of recycling for the environment. It didn't seem
to him that the beneficiary here is the contractor but to the
public. They ought to make it convenient for people to get to the
recycling center.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that paving the driveway would be
good "PR" for the recycling center. Also, during the times of
recession, they can sometimes get projects done at a lower cost.
This work would also be done under the prevailing wage which would
put people to work.
Mayor Nee stated that they have gotten along without paving the
driveway for twelve years.
Councilman Billings asked if the contractor pays an annual fee for
the site.
Ms. Dacy stated that the site is provided essentially for free.
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Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that the site just recently
instituted a charge for plastic containers and unless a person is
bringing aluminum or steel cans, they are not making a profit.
Councilman Billings asked if the conclusion can be made that, in
the future, the City may be faced with the situation where they
will not only be subsidizing the curbside recycling but will be
subsidizinq the drop-off site as well?
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that the State Legislature has
mandated through the counties to go more heavily into plastic
recycling; and, unless they want to increase the plastic recycling
through the curbside program, they have to have a site where
plastics can be dropped off. That is the function of the recycling
center right now.
Councilman Billings stated that the primary things being recycled
at the recycling center are glass, newspapers, and aluminum which
are currently recycled through the curbside program, and the City
has to provide a subsidy to the curbside contractor because the
contractor is not getting enough product through curbside
recyclinq. Are they not then providing the situation where they
are competing with themselves? They are providing a site for one
contractor to make a profit while they are depriving another
contractor of a certain amount of product and; therefore, causing
the City to pay more subsidy. Are they throwing $5,000 at a site
where, in the not too distant future, they may have to decide if
it is proper strategy to have two such facilities in competition
with each other?
Councilman Billings asked if the City has looked at the possibility
of approaching the contractor for partial or full payment of this
paving.
Ms. Dacy stated she believed that last year when this was
originally discussed, staff approached the contractor about the
paving, the contractor offered to do some other improvements in
exchange for the paving. She did not remember what those other
improvements were, but she would get that information £or the
Council.
Mayor Nee stated that he agreed with Councilman Billings, and he
would like to see the contractor challenged to share the cost.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to table this issue until the next
meeting and instruct staff to bring back a funding source at that
time. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all
voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
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, 22. RESOLUTION NO. 35-1992 ORDERING PRELIMINARY PLANS.
SPECIFICATIONS, AND ESTIMATES OF THE CO5TS THEREOF: STREET
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. ST. 1992 - 1& 2:
Mr. Flora stated that this resolution orders the preliminary plans,
specifications, and estimates for street Improvement Project No.
ST. 1992 - 1& 2. This year's project includes the annual overlay
project, the construction of a parking lot at Flanery Park,
improvements to the parking lot at Moore Lake Beach Park, and the
inauguration of an annual program to upgrade residential streets
to current urban standards.
Mr. Flora stated that Resolution No. 36-1992 receives the
preliminary plans and calls for a public hearing on the
improvements for May 4, 1992.
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to adopt Resolution No. 35-1992.
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
23. RESOLUTION NO. 36-1992 RECEIVING THE PRELIMINARY REPORT AND
CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON MAY 4, 1992. ON THE MATTER OF
CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS: STREET IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. 5T. 1992 - 1& 2:
� MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to adopt Resolution No. 36-1992.
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
24. INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that there were no informal status
reports.
25. APPOINTMENT: CITY EMPLOYEE
Mr. Hunt stated that they received about fifty applicants for the
Superintendent of Public Works position. Staff interviewed eight
applicants over a two-week period. The City Manager has of£erad
the position to Paul E. Lawrence. Mr. Lawrence has about 29 years
of experience in public works, mainly in New England and
California. He was also City Manager for five years in a town in
California with a population of about 6,000. Ae is currently the
Director of Public Works in Brattleboro, Vermont in a like
position. Mr. Lawrence has accepted the Superintendent of Public
Works position pending acceptance by the City Council.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to concur with the appointment of
Paul E. Lawrence as Superintendent of Public Works replacing Ralph
� Volkman as of May 4, 1992. Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon
a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
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26. CLAIMS•
MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to authorize payment of Claim Nos.
42335 through 42683. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a
voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
27. LICENSES:
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to approve the licenses as
submitted and as on file in the License Clerk's Office. Seconded
by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee dealared the motion carried unanimously.
28. ESTIMATES:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve
submitted:
Newquist & Ekstrum, Chartered
301 Fridley Plaza Office Building
6401 University Avenue N.E.
Fridley, MN 55432-4381
the estimates as
Statement for Services Rendered as City Prosecuting
Attorney for the Month of February 1992 .....$8,616.00
Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adjourn the meeting. Seconded
by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the Regular
Meeting of the Fridley City Council of April 6, 1992, adjourned at
10:20 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Lynne Saba
Acting Secretary to the City Council
Approved:
William J. Nee
Mayor