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08/02/1993 - 00005157�� � � THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF AIIGIIST 2, 1993 The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order at 7:37 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 MEMBERS ABSENT: PROCLAMATION: Mayor Nee, Councilwoman Jorgenson, Councilman Billings, and Councilman 5chneider Councilman Fitzpatrick NATIONAL NIGHT OUT - AUGUST 3, 1993: Mayor Nee issued a proclamation proclaiming August 3, 1993 as National Night Out. He called upon all citizens to join the Fridley Police Department and to participate in the annual National Night Out by having neighborhood block parties to symbolically take back the night and give crime a going away party. Ms. Connie Bauman, Crime Prevention Specialist, thanked Mayor Nee for this proclamation. She and McGruff invited all of the Council- members to join them at the block parties. 2 Councilman Schneider asked who a person should call if they are interested in finding out if their neighborhood has an organized crime watch program. Ms. Bauman stated that anyone who has an interest should contact her at 572-3629. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: COUNCIL MEETING, JULY 19, 1993: MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to approve the minutes with the following corrections: Page 17, last paragraph, line 9, and Page 20, first paragraph, line 5, eliminate the word "to" after trie word "content," and substitute the words ��substantially the same as.�� Page 20, second paragraph, line 4, after the word "the," add the words "Army, but with the." � � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGU3T 2. 1993 PAGE 2 Page 18, first paragraph, line 5, correct typographical error. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. OPEN FORUM, VISITORS: DROWNING AT RICE CREEK: Ms. Jocelyn Zolna, 8406 Laddie Road, Spring Lake Park, stated that she was a friend of Jeffrey Pullnig who drowned on July 22, 1993 in Rice Creek. She stated that people are not aware of the dangers of the creek, and Jeff's friends would like to place warning signs on the bridges in memory of Jeff. She stated that she knows Jeff would not want the same thing to happen to others. She asked if permits were needed, and if the City would pay for any of the costs. Mr. Sallman, Public Safety Director, stated that the foot bridges at University Avenue and Monroe Street are under the control of the City. The other bridges are controlled by the County. If a plaque was going to be placed on the bridge he suggested that it be welded to the bridge. Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated that the sign would probably have to be a substantial sign, perhaps bronze, and fixed to the bridge to prevent vandalism. Councilman Billings stated that all the Councilmembers share the sorrow of those who have lost a friend. He suggested that a spokesperson for this group contact Mr. Flora regarding their proposal. He stated that he was not sure how much the City would fund the sign and how much would have to be raised through donations. Ms. Zolna stated that their group was going to distribute flyers explaining what happened so parents would be aware of the dangers of the creek. Mayor Nee felt that something could be worked out, but the group's help is needed for the language and design of the plaque. Councilman Schneider stated that from this tragedy, he is glad to see some positive action being taken by this group of students. Councilwoman Jorgenson thanked the group for coming to the meeting. She stated that it would be nice if they could get the word out that the creek is not a safe place to play. Another young lady commented that she didn't really think signs would keep persons from going into the creek. I� � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 2. 1993 PAGE 3 Mr. Sallman stated that the Police Department has, over the years, made attempts to keep persons trom jumping off the bridges. He also stated that there are ordinances dealing with this issue. He stated that there has been a problem with persons running across University Avenue to get to the other side of the creek. He stated that he did not know how to stop people from going into the creek or any other body of water. He s�ated that there have been drownings in Moore Lake where there are lifeguards. Councilwoman Jorgenson felt that making parents aware of the dangers of the creek was a good idea. Possibly this could be done by a newsletter through the schools. Another young lady felt that if signs were installed acknowledging that someone has drowned, it may at least scare persons and get them to think about the dangers. Ms. Zolna stated that ropes are tied on the bridges in order to swing into the creek, and this is not safe. She stated that persons jump over the fenoes or cut holes in them in order to get through. She did not know what could be done about the fences. Councilman Billings stated that even if there was a fence on the bridge, someone would probably cut it in order to obtain access. Mayor Nee stated he would suspect that peer pressure is probably more effective than any police enforcement. He thanked this group of students for coming to the meeting and asked them to contact Mr. Flora regarfling their proposal, INTRODUCTION OF NEW EMPLOYEE: Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, introduced Mr. Keven Becklin who was appointed as a Public Services Worker, Park Division for the City. He stated that Keven has worked for the City for six summers and is now a full-time employee. Mayor Nee and members of the Council welcomed him as a new employee of the City. LOCKE LAKE EAST BASIN: Mr. &i11 Geiger, 226 Rice Creek Blvd,, stated that he is here this evening regarding the Rice Creek Watershed District's decision on sedimentation removal at Locke Lake. He stated that he is a resident of the east basin. He stated that he is disappointed in the alternative the Rice Creek Watershed District Managers selected to support. He stated that he believed that failure to do anything in the east basin of Locke Lake is, in all probability, condemning forever the possibility of anything ever happening to it. He stated that it will probably end up a stagnant pond, and there will be a very major change in the habitat. He stated that the basin � � � FRIDLEY CITY COIINCIL MEETING OF AIIGUST 2. 1993 PAGE 4 would fill with water only at high water events, and the sedimentation levels have reduced the water depth from four feet to about one foot. It is only inches in some areas. Mr. Geiger stated that the east basin residents of Locke Lake believe it is grossly unfair on the part of the Rice Creek Watershed District Board of Managers to make a decision that ignores the rest of the lake. He stated that the lake would Become a nuisance to the City, as well as the property owners. A petition was presented last year which identified a plan for the east basin to open the original channel and remove the sedimentation. He stated that, in return, the residents agreed to a special assessment. The benefits of sedimentation removal for the west basin would only be temporary with no sedimentation removal on the east side. Mr. Geiger asked the Council to endorse an action to initiate discussion with the residents on the east side and the Rice Creek Watershed District to implement a plan to include the east basin. Mayor Nee stated that he believed the Public Works Director, John Flora, is rev�ewing this proposal. Mr. Geiger stated that he understands that August 14, 1993 is the date for an appeal to the Watershed District. Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that there is an appeal by a Mounds View resident, and the discussion may go on for some time. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. PUBLIC HEARING ON AN AMENDMENT TO THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE. CHAPTER 205. ENTITLED �'ZONING," BY AMENDING SECTIONS 205.07.06, 205.08.06. 205.09.07, AND 205.10.06, AND RENUMBERING CONSECUTIVE SECTIONS: MOTION by Councilwoman Jorqenson to waive the reading of the public hearing notice and open the public hearing. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously, and the public hearing opened at 8:12 p.m. Mr. Steve Barg, Planning Assistant, stated that this is a proposed ordinance amendment to the parking restrictions of the Fridley City Code. He stated that in April of this year, the Council directed staff to proceed with revision of the hard surface parking requirement. Ae stated that the City recently lost a court case when a judge ruled the City's ordinance language was unenforceable since it refers only to parking facilities and not parking behavior. I__a � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 2. 1993 PAGE 5 Mr. Sarg stated that the Planning Commission conceptually approved this amendment at their meeting on June 23, 1993, but instructed staff to work with the City Prosecutor prior to Council's con5ideration to determine the ordinance's impact on those persons without hard surface driveways. He stated that the City Prosecutor has recommended that another statement be added to the proposed amendment clarifying that on those properties without hard surface driveways, all parking and storage of vehicles must be limited to those area5 previously established for such purposes. Mr. Barg stated that staff has contacted other cities and performed research work on the amount of pavement permitted on a lot. This report has been submitted to the Council. Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that if Council wishes to take any action regarding the amount of pavement permitted on a lot, the Planning Commission would like this brought back to them for a separate amendment. Councilman Schneider stated that he has a problem with the sentence that "properties without hard surface driveways or parking stalls shall be restricted to outside parking or storage of motor vehicles to those areas previously established and used for such purposes." He asked how this would be enforced. Councilman Billings stated that he also has a problem with this language, as there is no language that states how these parking areas were established. He stated that it seems this added language tears out the foundation of what the Council is trying to accomplish. Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that what the Council is trying to accomplish is to get every resident to park on a hard surface. She felt the Council does need to address what percentage of a lot can be hard surfaced. Mr. Herrick, City Attorney, stated that the question of closing the loophole, as far as the deficiencies the Judge found in the ordinance, could be done by stating that all vehicles must be parked on driveways without reference to whether or not they are hard surfaced. He stated that the ordinance provides for driveways, but it does not address the question about having to park the vehicles on the driveway. He stated that there is also the question of whether the Council wants to authorize additional hard surface in the front yard. If the Council wishes to address this issue, there would have to be some limits. Mr. Herrick stated surfaced driveways action to require period of time. -------------- that if there is a substantial runoff from non- into the sewer system the City could initiate driveways to be hard surfaced within a certain � � ' FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 2, 1993 PAGE 6 Mr. Barg stated that there is a valid public purpose to require hard surface driveways, but the question is -- can the City require those properties who do not have a hard surface drive to install one? Mr. Herrick felt that staff should research the possibility of requiring all driveways to be hard surfaced within a certain time period. Councilman Billings stated that in regard to a letter sent to the Planning Commission concerning the question about whether someone could conceivably pave their entire front yard, this is not something he would like to see all over the City. He did not feel it would be a real problem, and he was not sure this should be addressed. Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if there was an ordinance that refers to the amount of qreen space on a lot. Ms. Dacy stated that there is a lot coverage requirement, but it is for buildings only. She felt that it may be beneficial for staff to research the issue on the amount of hard surface allowed on a lot. Councilman Schneider stated that he would favor some liberal coverage limits, as he felt some people may want to pave an area to park a recreation vehicle. Councilman Billings suggested that Council eliminate the sentence in this proposed ordinance amendment which is shown as double underlined and to proceed with the original language in the proposed amendment with the understanding that staff will address this other issue as soon as possible. Mr. Oquist, a member of the Planning Commission, stated that vehicles should be parked on a hard surface. He stated that there is also concern about someone turning their whole front yard into a driveway. He stated that he thought the ordinance stated that 25 percent of the lot should be a green area which included buildings as well as driveways. He stated that he has a problem defining driveways if they are not hard surfaced. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to close 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 closed at 8:50 p.m. 2. PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ON-SALE CLUB LIOUOR LICENSE FOR THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS (CONTINUED FROM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 19, 1993): Mayor Nee reopened this public hearing at 8:50 p.m. which was continued from the City Council meeting of July 19, 1993. Mr. Champa, City Clerk, stated that the information the Council requested at the July 19, 1993 Council meeting has been furnished. � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 2. 1993 PAGE 7 He stated that the Kniqhts of Columbus currently have a bottle license, and they are the only establishment in Fridley with such a license. He stated that they wish to change this license to an on-sale club liquor license which would permit them to sell alcoholic beverages on the premises. He stated that there are three other on-sale club licenses in the City. They are for the Moose Lodge, the Fridley V.F.W., and the American Legion. He stated that the application has been approved by the Public Safety Director. Mr. Christensen, representing the Knights of Columbus, stated that this type of license gives them more control over what is consumed at their establishment. MOTION by Councilman Billings to close 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 closed at 8:54 p.m. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to grant an on-sale club liquor license to the Knights of Columbus. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. OLD BUSINESS• 3. FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE UNDER SECTION 12.06 OF THE CITY CHARTER DECLARING CERTAIN REAL ESTATE TO BE SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZING THE SALE THEREOF (GENERALLY LOCATED AT BROAD AVENUE AND LAFAYETTE STREETI (TABLED JUNE 7, 19931: Mayor Nee removed this item from the table. Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that a preliminary alignment of the bikeway is included in the Council's agenda. She stated that the language in the ordinance would be amended to specifically refer to the bikeway easement. MOTION by Councilman Billings to waive the reading and approve the ordinance on first readinq and to submit this ordinance for second reading at the first Council meeting in September, 1993. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS• 4. APPOINTMENT: CITY EMPLOYEE: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that he was pleased to recommend ' Lieutenant Gary Lenzmeier for appointment as Deputy Public Safety Director. He stated that Lt. Lenzmeier served in the U.S. Air Force from 1964 to 1968 and received a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from the University of Minnesota. Gary was hired as a Police Officer by Fridley in 1973 and assigned to the Police Special Operations Unit in 1974. Lt. Lenzmeier was a Field � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 2. 1993 PAGE 8 Training Officer in 1977; Corporal in 1980; Sergeant in 1984; and Lieutenant and Technical Support Division Commander in 1987. He stated that he was also Police Officer of the Year in 1985. Mr. Burns requested Council's concurrence with the appointment of Lt. Lenzmeier as Deputy Public Safety Director. MOTION by Councilwoman Sorgenson to concur with the following appointment by the City Manager: Name Position Gary Deputy Public Lenzmeier Safety Director Exempt Starting Salarv $56,814.48 per year $4,734.54 per month Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Starting Date Aug. 1, 1993 Replaces David Sallman Mr. Sallman, Public Safety Director, stated that in addition to the strengths Lt. Lenzmeier has shown, he is respected in the Police Department and by the public. Mr. Sallman stated that he highly recommends Lt. Lenzmeier for the position of Deputy Public Safety Director. UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, all voted aye, and Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. Mr. Lenzmeier thanked the Council for this appointment. He stated that he will try to do the best he can in this new position. Mayor Nee and members of the Council extended their congratulations to him. Councilman Schneider stated that it is a real tribute to the staff and the City Manager that the City has such excellent internal candidates. He felt that the transition has gone very smoothlya Mayor Nee stated that he shares Councilman Schneider's remarks, and he is very pleased with the transition. Councilman Billings stated that he felt the City has some very excellent personnel throughout the Police Department. 5. RESOLUTION NO. 52-1993 APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING SIGNING AN AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING WORKING CONDITIONS. WAGES AND HOURS OF EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY FIRE DEPARTMENT FOR THE YEAR 1993: Mr. Hunt, Assistant to the City Manager, stated that this agreement � for the firefighters involves an increase in wages of three percent over 1992, and the contributions toward health, dental, and life insurance are the same as for other City employees. He stated that the contribution will be a maximum of $295 per month for employees FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 2, 1993 PAGE 9 � choosing family coverage and $205 a month for those choosing single coverage. He recommended that the Council approve this agreement for 1993. MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 52-1993. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 6. APPROVE HUMAN RESOURCES COMMISSION'S RECOMMENDATION FOR ALLOCATION OF 1993/1994 COMMiTNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR HUMAN SERVICES: Mr. Barg, staff representative to the Human Resources Commission, stated that the Human Resources Commission went through the very difficult process of determining allocations for CDBG funds. He stated that twenty applications were received, with one dropping out, totaling over $100,000 in requests with only about $30,000 in funding available. Mr. Barg stated that this year the focus was on programs dealing with youths. He stated that the Human Resources Commission heard the presentations and made their recommendations on June 3, 1993. Mr. Barg presented a list showing agencies that applied for funding, the allocations for last year, and what is recommended for � this year. Mr. Barg stated that Mr. Oquist and Ms. Mau, members of the Human Resources Commission, were present to answer any questions from the Council. He stated that all agencies that applied for funding were invited to attend the meeting this evening if they wanted to speak before the Council. Mayor Nee asked about Tamarisk and the services provided by this organization. Mr. Barg stated that Tamarisk is a hospice program, and they requested $7,500. $4,000 is recommended for assistance in startinq the program. Councilman Schneider stated that he has a problem with one program for the City of Fridley, Parks and Recreation. He asked if youths in School District Nos. 11, 13, and 16 could participate in this proqram. Mr. Barg stated that the proposal before the Human Resources Commission was for School District No. 14. He stated that there was discussion regarding the four school districts within the City, but the program targets the middle school students. He understands there are no middle schools located from any of the other school � districts. ' � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 2, 1943 PAGE 10 Councilman Schneider stated that there are students in the other school districts which are middle school age. He stated that about half of his ward is not in School District No. 14. About two- thirds of the funding is from the City, yet only a little over half of the youths in the community are covered under this program. Mr. Oquist stated that this year the Human Resources Commission targeted youths and new and innovative programs. He felt that this program meets the guidelines. Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that $10,000 of funding would be from the City this year. She asked what would happen next year. Mr. Oquist stated that the Human Resources Commission may not recommend fundinq the program next year, but, hopefully, it is seed money to start the program. Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if a staff person would be hired through the City to monitor this program. Ms, Mau stated that she attended a steering committee meeting last week regarding this program. A staff person would be hired, and part of the funds will be coming from the CDBG allocation. She stated that this program would target students whose parents are not at home after school. She felt that if the program could get started at the middle school in Fridley, it could move to the other school districts. Councilman Schneider stated that his concern is not the value of the program, but that it is not available to all Fridley youths. He asked if this was discussed with the other sohool districtse Ms. Mau stated that this was discussed at the Human Resources Commission meeting, but there is a problem in going to the other school districts and saying it is a good idea when there is no proof. She stated that they would like to go to the other school districts next year to show what the proqram has accomplished. She stated that it is difficult to say all youths can take advantage of the program, because they may not have transportation. Councilwoman Sorgenson stated that the students in the Columbia Heights School District are out of school an hour earlier than the students in Fridley. She stated that she perceives this program as another one taken on by the City and that another employee must be added. She felt that youth programs could be held at neighborhood parlcs after school and not be so narrowly focused on one particular age group. She stated that in the surveys sent out, the other school districts were eliminated to determine if these children could participate. Ms. Mau stated that most of the activities will not take place at the middle school in Fridley. She stated that the middle school FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 2. 1993 PAGE 11 � is being used for sports activities, and an open gym is proposed at St. Phillip's Church. She stated that she could not see why students £rom other school districts in Fridley could not participate. Councilman Billings stated that he felt this program was experimental. He stated that if it does work in the Fridley Middle School, it could be presented to the other school districts. He stated that he did not feel the intent was £or the program to be all encompassing, and that there is a specific target to see if it works. Councilman Schneider stated that the problem is that it excludes students from the other school districts in Fridley. Mr. Oquist stated that there is nothing in the program wfiich states students from other school districts could not attend the activities. Councilman Schneider stated that there was no mention of the other school districts, that all reference was to School District No. 14. Ms. Mau stated that there is no reason why all the students in Fridley would not have access to these programs. She stated that � after school programs rely on the late bus or parents to pick up their children. She stated that the way the open gym would work is that students could stay there until their parents picked them up. She stated that it would not be just an after school program, but it would be for evenings and on weekends in order to get the students involved. She stated that it is known there are problems in the middle school. The program centers on getting those students that are a problem to get involved with these activities. Councilman Schneider asked if School District No, 14 was willing to state that their facilities and staffing are open to students in the other school districts in Fridley. Ms. Mau stated that the only activity that has been discussed is the open gym at St. Phillip's, and there are not a lot of facilities available. She stated that the middle school has a lot of sport activities going on after school. Councilman Schneider asked how students would learn about this program. Ms. Mau replied that the students would learn about this program through advertisement in the schools. She said that she would see that all schools were notified of the program. � Mr. Oquist stated that all agencies and the programs they provide serve only a certain percentaqe of Fridley residents. He stated that what the Commission is trying to do is give some seed money � � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 2, 1993 PAGE 12 to new programs to get them started so next year they may be able to support themselves. Mr. Barg stated that this is a joint project between the Recreation Department and School District No. 14. The City was named as the applicant because they have taken the lead in the project. Councilman Schneider felt that City funds should not be spent. He also said that they should not then advise people in the City that they cannot participate in a particular program. Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that she has questions to ask Mr. Kirk regarding the policy issue of hiring an employee to manage this program. Councilman Schneider stated that he did not want to preclude the program from going forward, but he would feel more comfortable if he cauld be assured it would cover all students who wished to participate. Councilwoman Jorgenson also felt that this program should be available to all students in every school district in Fridley. Mr. Barg stated that there isn't a federal requirement that this program would have to benefit all Fridley residents in order to �e considered for CDBG funding. Councilwoman Jorgenson asked about the Health One proposal. Mr. Oquist stated that it is a two-part proposal to offer no cost parentinq classes, and it provides a mental health professional. Ms. Cynthia Aendricks, representing ACCAP, thanked the Council for their past support of the senior outreach program. She stated that several members of the Council have referred potential clients to them. Hopefully, these persons are in a little better position financially, emotionally, and nutritionally. She stated that ACCAP appreciated Council's support. Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if ACCAP assists with the fuel assistance program or if this is done through the Fridley Senior Center. Ms. Hendricks stated that ACCAP is the County°s vendor for fuel assistance. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to concur with the recommendation of the Human Resources Commission for allocation of the 1993-94 Community Development Block Grant funds, with the understanding that Jack Kirk work to open the School District No. 14 program to all the school districts in Fridley. Seconded by Councilman � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 2, 1993 PAGE 13 Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 7. RESOLUTION N0. 53-1993 AUTHORIZING AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY AND RECIPIENTS OF 1993-1994 FEDERAL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR HUMAN SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS: MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 53-1993. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee deolared the motion carried unanimously. 8. RECEIVE BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR THE REPOWERING OF AERIAL 2: MOTION by Councilman Billings to receive the following bids for the repowering of Aerial 2: BIDDER North Star International Trucks, Inc. 3000 Broadway N.E. Minneapolis, MN 55413 Interstate Detroit Diesel, Inc. 2501 E. 80th Street Minneapolis, MN 55425 TOTAL BID $47,750.00 $47,958.00 Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. Mr. Burns stated that the bids for the repowering of Aerial 2 were opened today. The North Star International Trucks, Inc. bid was not received until 12:30 p.m., rather than 10:30 a.m. as required by the bid solicitation. He stated that it is recommended the contract be awarded to Interstate Detroit Diesel, Inc. MOTION by Councilman Billings to find the North Star International Trucks, Inc. bid defective because it did not meet the time requirements for submission of the bid. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Councilman Billings to find Interstate Detroit Diesel, Inc. the low bidder for the repowering of Aerial 2. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Councilman Billings to award the contract for repowering � of Aerial 2 to Interstate Detroit Diesel, Inc. in the amount of $47,958.00. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. � � FRIDLEY CITY COIINCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 2. 1993 PAGE 14 9. RESOLUTION NO. 54-1993 ORDERING PRELIMINARY PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATES OF THE COSTS THEREOF: 7TH STREET RECONSTRUCTION FROM MADISON STREET TO 900 FEET WEST: Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated that a petition for these improvements was received signed by over 62 percent of the affected residents. MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 54-1993, Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 10. RESOLUTION N0. 55-1993 RECEIVING THE PRELIMINARY REPORT AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE MATTER OF CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS: 7TH STREET RECONSTRUCTION FROM MADISON STREET TO 900 FEET WEST: MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 55�1943. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 11. INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that there were no informal status reports. 12. CLAIMS: MOTION by Councilman Schneider to authorize payment of Claim Nos. 5D646 through 50893. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carrieci unanimously. 13. LICENSES• MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to approve the licenses as submitted and as on file in the License Clerk's Office. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 14. ESTIMATES: MOTION by Councilman Billings to approve the estimates as submitted: Innovative Irrigation 10006 University Avenue N.W. Coon Rapids, MN 55448 � Corridor Maintenance . • . • • Project No. 243 FINAL ESTIMATE . $ 4�575.92 � I� � ._I L .J FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 2. 1993 PAGE 15 Caldwell Asphalt Company, Inc. 24060 - 175th Street N.E. Hawick, MN 56246 1993 Street Improvement Project No. ST. 1993 - FINAL ESTIMATE . . . . Gunderson Brothers 2325 Snelling Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55404 (Sealcoat) 10 . . . . . . . . $24,000.00 Removal and Replacement of Miscellaneous Concrete Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Project No. 245 Estimate No. 3 . . . . . o . . . , . , . . . $ 3,216.70 Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd. 400 Northtown Financial Plaza 200 Coon Rapids Boulevard Coon Rapids, MN 55433 Statement for Services Rendered as City Attorney for the Month of June, 1993. . . . . . . . . Newquist & Ekstrum, Chartered 301 Fridley Plaza Office Building 6401 University Avenue N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 Statement for Services Rendered for the Month of June, 1993 as City Prosecuting Attorney. . . . . $ 3,703.48 . . $11,564.25 Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT: MOTION by Councilman Schneider to ad�ourn the meeting. Seconded by Councilman I3illings. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council of August 2, 1993 adjourned at 10:22 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Carole Haddad Secretary to the City Council Approved: William J. Nee Mayor