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FRIDLEY
FAIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
DECEMBEB 8,1997
T'he City of Fridley will not discriminate against or hazass anyone in the admission or access to, or treatment, or employment
in its services, programs, or activiries because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status,
sexual orientation or status with regard to public assistance. Upon request, accommodarion will be provided to allow individuals
with disabilities to participate in any of Fridley's services, programs, and activities. Hearing impaired persons who need an
interpreter or other persons with disabiliries who require auxiliary aids should contact Roberta Collins at 572-3500 at least one
week in advance. (TTD/572-3534)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
City Council Meeting of November 24, 1997
Special City Council Meeting of November 29, 1997
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
NEW BUSINESS:
Receive the Minutes of the Pianning
Commission Meeting of November 19,
1997 ....................................1.01-1.15
Approve Amendment to Service Agreement
Between the City of Fridley and Weyerhaeuser
Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.01 - 2.02
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FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF DECEMBER 8, 1997 Page 2
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED�
Approve 1998 GIS Range Rider Proposal
with PlanSight, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.01 - 3.10
Resolution Authorizing an Increase
in Compensation for Fridley City
Employees for the 1998 Calendar
Year ....................................4.01-4.02
Receive Proposals for Insurance
and Risk Management Services;
and
Resolution Approving an Agent's
Insurance Service Agreement with
Corporate 4 Insurance Agency, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.01 - 5.10
Resolution in Support of a Renewal
Application for a Minnesota Lawful
Gambling Premise Permit to CLIMB .
(Creative Learning in Mind and Body)
Theatre Company (Maple Lanes,
6310 Highway 65 N. E. ) (Ward 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.01 - 6.03
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF DECEMBER 8, 1997 Page 3
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED):
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ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
OPEN FORUM, VISITORS:
(Consideration of Items not on Agenda - 15 Minutes)
PUBLIC HEARING:
Local Law Enforcement Block
Grant in the Amount of $21,679
OLD BUSINESS:
........................10.01
Preliminary Plat, P.S. #97-04,
Heather Hills North, by The Philip
Stephen Companies, to Resubdivide
the Property Generally Located at
6217 Central Avenue N.E. (Ward 2)
(Tabled November 10, 1997) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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NEW BUSINESS:
Resolution Adopting a Budget for the
Fiscal Year 1998 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12.01 - 12.03
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Resolution Declaring the Necessity
to Levy a Tax Which Appears to be
in Excess of 16 Mills and Certifying
Tax Levy Requirements for 1998 to
the County of Anoka for Collection
...................... 13.01 -13.03
Approve the 1998 Agreement Between
the City of Fridley and the Fridley
Communications Workshop (E.T.C.
Channel 35) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.01 - 14.03
Informal Status Reports
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FRIDLEY
FI�IDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETIIITG OF DECEMBEK 8,1997
The City of Fridley will not discriminate against or harass anyone in the admission or access to, or treatrnent, or employment in its services,
pr.ograms, or activities because of race, color, creed, religion, narional origin, sex, disability, a�e, marital status, sexual orientation or status
with regazd to public assistance. Upon request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in
any of Fridley's services, programs, and activities. Hearing impaired persons who need an interpreter or other persons with disabiliries
who require awciliary aids should contact Roberta Collins at 572-3500 at least one week in advance. (TTD/572-3534)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
City Council Meeting of November 24, 1997 �
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APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
NEW BUSINESS:
Receive the Minutes of the Planning
Commission Meeting of November 19,
1997 ............. 1.01-1.15
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Approve Amendment to Service Agreement
Between the City of Fridley and Weyerhaeuser
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Approve 1998 GIS Range Rider Proposal
with PlanSight, LLC . . . . . . . . . . 3.01 - 3.10
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NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED):
Resolution Authorizing an Increase
in Compensation for Fridley City
Employees for the 1998 Calendar
Year . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.01 - 4.02
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Receive Proposals for Insurance
and Risk Management Services;
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Resolution Approving an AgenYs
Insurance Service Agreement with
Corporate 4 Insurance Agency,
Inc. ............5.01-5.10
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Resolution in Support of a Renewal
Application for a Minnesota Lawful
Gambling Premise Permit to CLIMB
(Creative Leaming in Mind and
Body) Theatre Company (Maple
Lanes, 6310 Highway 65 N.E.)
(VVard 2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.01 - 6.03
Claims
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OPEN FORUM. VISITORS:
(Consideration of Items not on Agenda -15 Minutes)
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PUBLIC HEARING:
Local Law Enforcement Block
Grant in the Amount of 21,679 ....... 10.01
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OLD BUSINESS:
Preliminary Plat, P.S. #97-04,
Heather Hills North, by The Philip
Stephen Companies, to Resubdivide
the Property Generally Located at
6217 Central Avenue N.E. (Ward 2)
(Tabled November 10, 1997) . . . . . . . . . 11.01 - 11.49
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NEW BUSINESS:
Resolution Adopting a Budget for the
Fiscal Year 1998 12.01 - 12.03
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SResolution Declaring the Necessity
to Levy a Tax Which Appears to be
in Excess of 16 Mills and Ce�tifying
Tax Levy Requirements for 1998 to
the County of Anoka for Collection ..... 13.01 -13.03
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NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED):
Approve the 1998 Agreement Between
the City of Fridley and the Fridley
Communications Workshop (E.T.C.
Channei 35) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.01 -14.03
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THE MINUTES OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
NOVEI�ER 24 , 1997
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THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAF2 MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF
NOVEN�ER 24, 1997
The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order
by Mayor Jorgenson at 7:34 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Jorgenson led the Council and audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
ROLL CALL:
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Jorgenson, Councilman Barnette,
Councilman Billings, Councilman Schneider and
Councilwoman Bolkcom
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
PRESENTATION:
CERTIFICATE OF COMNNiENDATION TO SHIRLEY EARLEY:
Mr. Sallman, Public Safety Director, recognized Ms. Earley for her
efforts in preventing a crime with the Police Department's
apprehension of a burglary suspect on September 15. The Police
Department has a Neighborhood Crime Watch Program, and they need
the assistance of the public. In this case, Ms. Earley noticed a
suspicious person at a neighbor's home and called the police.
Mr. Sallman presented Ms. Earley with a certificate of commendation
for her assistance in helping deter crime in the community.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES•
COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 10, 1997:
MOTION by Councilman Barnette to approve the minutes as presented.
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
OLD BUSINESS:
1. SECOND READING OE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 113, ENTITLED
"SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING COLLECTION," BY AMENDING
SECTION 113.07, AND ALSO AMENDING CHAPTER 11, ENTITLED
"GENERAL PROVISIONS AND FEES," BY 1�MENDING SECTION 11.10,
"FEES : "
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this was the second
reading of this ordinance which would increase the recycling
fee from $4.00 to $6.00 per quarter. The additional revenue
is needed to cover the operation of the City's weekly curbside
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 24, 1997 PAGE 2
recycling program and the operation of the redemption center.
A public hearing was held on October 27 with no one from the
public testifying.
THIS ITEM WAS REM0�7ED FROM TAE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON
THE REGULAR AGENDA.
NEW BUSINESS:
2. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF
NOVEN�ER 5, 1997:
RECEIVED THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF
NOVEMBER 5, 1997.
3. SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP #97-09, BY GREG ASPROTH OF UNIVERSITY
BILLIARDS, INC., TO ALLOW THE EXPANSION OF A CONIl�lERCIAL
RECREATION FACILITY IN AN INDUSTRIALLY-ZONED DISTRICT,
GENERALLY LOCATED AT 7178 UNIVERSITY AVENUE N.E. (WARD 3):
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this special use permit
would allow the petitioner to construct a 2,778 square foot
addition. The special use permit is for a commercial
recreation use in an industrial building. City staff and the
Planning Commission recommend approval with five stipulations,
which he outlined.
GRANTED SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP #97-09, WITH THE FOLLOWING
STIPULATIONS: (1) NO JUVENILES SHALL BE ALLOWED IN THE
UNIVERSITY BILLIARDS FACILITY WITHOUT THEIR PARENTS BEYOND THE
CURFEW TIME FOR THEIR AGE GROUP; (2) THE PETITIONER SHALL
PROVIDE ADEQUATE ADULT STAFF AT ALL TIMES WITH AT LEAST TWO
ADULTS ON STAFF FROM 6:00 P.M. TO CLOSING ON FRIDAYS AND
SATURDAYS; (3) THE PETITIONER SFiP.LL PATROL THE PARKING LOT AND
REPORT SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITIES TO THE POLICE; (4) NO ALCOHOLIC
BEVERP.GES SHAI�L BE SERVED OR ALLOWED ON THE PREMISES; AND (5)
THE DEVELOPMENT OWNER SHALL NOTIFY THE CITY OF FUTURE
ADDITIONS/EXPANSIONS OF VACANT BUILDING SPACE AND SHALL ACCEPT
LIMITATIONS ON OCCUPANCY OF REMAINING VACANT SPACE SHOULD
PARKING SHORTAGES RESULT. THE DEVELOPMENT OWNER SHALL AGREE,
IN WRITING, TO ACCEPT THIS STIPULATION PRIOR TO THE APPROVAL
OF THE SPECIAL USE PERMIT.
4. SPECIAL USE PERMIT RE�
FRIENDLY CHEVROLET/GEO
UEST, SP #97-10, BY RON STELTER OF
TO ALLOW THE EXPANSION OF AN
AUTOMOBILE SALES FACILITY, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 7501 HIGHWAY
65 N.E. (WARD 2):
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this special use permit
would allow the construction of 104,650 square foot parking
lot. City staff and the Planning Commission recommend
approval with six stipulations, which he outlined.
GRANTED SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP #97-10, WITH THE FOLLOWING
STIPULATIONS: (1) NO CARS SHALL BE PARKED IN THE BOULEVARD OR
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 29, 1997 PAGE 3
ON ANY LANDSGAPED AREAS; (2) THE PETITIONER SHALL PROVIDE CURB
AND GUTTER AIANG THE ENTIRE PERIME TER OF THE PARKING AREA; (3)
THE PETITIONER SHALL SUBMIT A NEW LANDSCAPE PLP.N TO BE
APPROVED BY THE CITY PRIOR TO THE CO1��tENCEMENT OF THE PP.RKING
RECONFIGURATION; (4) BARBED WIRE SHALL NOT BE INSTALLED IF THE
EXPANDED PARKING AREA IS FENCED; (5) THE PARKING SPACES SHAT•T•
BE STRIPED AT TEN FEET; AND (6) NO CARS OR OTHER VEHICLES
SHALL BE PARKED IN A MANNER SO AS TO IMPEDE THE FREE TRAVEL OF
VEHICLES IN AREAS INTENDED AS DRIVE AISLES.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 103-1997 AMENDING THE HOUSING REPLA�EMENT
DISTRICT PLAN FOR HOUSING REPLACEMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 TO
INCLUDE PHASE II•
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the original Housing
Replacement District Plan was created by the Housing and
Redevelopment Authority (HRA) in October, 1995. The creation
of the district allows the HRA to collect tax increment from
scattered site developments for a period of fifteen years.
The program allows the HRA to designate up to ten sites per
year over a ten-year period, but no more than fifty sites can
be included in the program. Eight sites were identified in
1995, and five additional sites are proposed. These five
additional sites were approved by the HRA at their
November 13, 1997 meeting.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 103-1997.
6. P.PPROVE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE ANOKA
CONSERVATION DISTRICT AND THE CITY OF FRIDLEY:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this agreement is the
vehicle by which the City is reimbursed for its Wetland
Conservation Act expenses. It covers the year 1998.
APPROVED THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE ANOKA
CONSERVATION DISTRICT AND THE CITY.
7. APPROVE TERMINATION AND RELEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
FRIDLEY AND VANTAGE PROPERTIES, INC.:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this agreement pertains
to the Wholesale Club development agreement between the City
and Vantage Properties. This termination and release
agreement is needed in order to close the sale between
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. and Bachman's and to record the Walton
Addition plat. Staff has reviewed the original agreement and
concurs that the agreement should be nullified as the
obligations of the developer in the 1986 agreement have been
satisfied.
APPROVED THE TERMINP.TION AND RELEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY AND VANTAGE PROPERTIES, INC.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 24, 1997 PAGE 4
8. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 3 TO I-694/TH 47 NE RAMP
RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT NO. ST. 1997-3:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the Minnesota Department
of Transportation has added a minor work order and a
supplemental agreement to this project. The minor work order
covers additional hand holes, trenching, and rigid steel
conduit which will be used for traffic signal interconnection.
The supplemental agreement between MnDOT and the contractor
regards the price of bituminous pavement. The entire amount
will be reimbursed by MnDOT. Staff recommends approval of
this change order in the amount of $11,819.50.
AUTHORIZED CHANGE ORDER NO. 3 WITH FOREST LAKE CONTRACTING,
INC. FOR I-694/TH 47 NE RAMP RECONSTRUCTION, PROJECT NO. ST.
1997-3, IN THE AMOLJNT OF $11,819.50.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 104-1997 ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND APPROVAL OF
PLANS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS: STRE�T IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. ST. 1998-1:
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 104-.1997.
10. RESOLUTION NO. 105-1997 ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND APPROVAL OF
PLANS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS: RICE CREEK
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 309:
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 105-1997.
11. RESOLUTION NO. 106-1997 OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA,
AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE JOINT
AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR THE FORMATION AND ADMINISTRATION
OF THE ANOKP,-HENNEPIN EM NARCOTICS PND VIOLENT CRIMES TASK
F'OKCr: :
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this Task Force includes
the Anoka County Sheriff's office, Blaine, Coon Rapids, Anoka,
Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, Maple Grove, and, if approved,
Fridley. This is a multi-agency group that has been
established to investigate narcotics offenses. Fridley's
participation makes sense for the following reasons:
narcotics cases are by their nature multi-jurisdictional and
very labor intensive; a multi-jurisdictional agency will be
more successful in attractinq grant funding; as participants,
the City will also participate in the proceeds from forfeiture
of property; and the Task Force will also provide a
significant manpower pool for the investigation of other major
crimes.
Mr. Burns stated that the City's participation comes with some
cost. As a member, the City would be expected to assign one
officer to the Task Force. If approved, the City's
involvement would begin January 1, 1998, and would continue
until the City withdraws or until the Task Force is dissolved.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 24, 1997 PAGE 5
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 106-1997.
12. ACCEPT CONDITIONS OF COPS MORE GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $88,350
(IN PARTNERSHIP WITH COLUMBIA HEIGHTS AND SPRING LAKE PARK
POLICE DEPARTMENTS FOR THE PURCHP.SE OF LIVE SCAN FINGERPRINT
CAPTURE EQUIPMENT AND A PHOTO-IMAGING SYSTEM):
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this grant has been
solicited by the cities of Fridley, Columbia Heights, and
Spring Lake Park. These funds will enable the City to
purchase photo imaging and live scan fingerprint capture
equipment. Fridley's participation in the 25 percent match
for the grant will be $15,000. The equipment is to be housed
and used in Fridley by existing personnel. A supplemental
appropriation for the City's share of the match will be needed
at a later date since these funds are not budgeted.
ACCEPTED CONDITIONS OF COPS MORE GRANT.
13. ESTABLISH A PUBLIC HEARING FOR DECEMBER 8, 1997, FOR LOCAL LAW
ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF 21,679:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the Block Captains
Advisory Board will meet December 1, 1997 to consider staff's
recommendation for use of this grant. It is expected that
most of the money will be used to purchase a speed trailer
which will include a display board, register the numbers and
speeds of vehicles by time of day and make calculations. The
public hearing for this item is scheduled for December 8,
1997.
SET PUBLIC HEARING FOR DECEMBER 8, 1997, FOR THE LOCAL LAW
ENFORCEMENT BIACK GRANT.
14. RESOLUTION NO. 107-1997 IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR A
MINNESOTA LAWFUL GAI�LING PREMISES PERMIT TO FRIDLEY AMERICAN
LEGION, POST 303 ( 7365 CENTRAI� AVENiJE N. E.) (WARD 2):
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 107-1997.
15. RESOLUTION NO. 108-1997 IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR A
MINNESOTA LAWFUL GAMBLING PREMISE5 PERMIT TO LIONS CLUB OF
JOE DIMAGGIO!
DRIVE
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 108-1997.
16. APPOINTMENT: CITY EMPIAYEES:
T MOORE I,AKE
Mr. Burns, City Manager, recommended the appointment of Mark
Daly as Program Supervisor. Mark has a Bachelor of Science
Degree from Mankato State University majoring in recreation
and leisure services. He has over eight years of part and
full-time work with the City of Sprinq Lake Park which
includes various positions in the recreation area.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 24, 1997 PAGE 6
Mr. Burns stated that Lee Hollom is recommended for
appointment as a Public Services Worker in the Parks Section.
Lee's background includes classes on golf course management at
Anoka-Hennepin Technical College and experience in welding,
playground equipment installation and repair, and excavation.
He has been a Seasonal Public Services Laborer for Fridley and
a light equipment operator for the City of Anoka.
CONCURRED WITH THE FOLLOWING APPOINTMENTS BY THE CITY MANAGER:
Name
Mark
Daly
Lee
Hollom
Position
Program
Supervisor
Exempt
Public Serv' s
Worker-Parks
Non-exempt
17. CLAIMS:
Starting
Salary
$36, 143
per year
$11.86
per hour
Startinq
Date
Dec. l,
1997
Dec. 8,
1997
Replaces
Richard
DeGardner, Jr.
Emmett
Gosselin
AUTHORIZED PAYMENT OF CLAIM NOS. 77624 THROUGH 77883.
18. LICENSES:
APPROVED THE LICENSES AS SUBMITTED AND AS ON FILE IN THE
LICENSE CLERK'S OFFICE.
19 . ESTIMP.TES :
APPROVED THE ESTIMATES, AS FOLLOWS:
M.D. Magney Construction, Inc.
19245 Highway 7
P.O. Box 249
Excelsior, MN 55331
Design Well House No. 1
Project No. 298
Estimate No . 3 . . . . . . . . . .
Diversified Paving
8019 - 146th Avenue N.W.
Ramsey, MN 55303
. . . . $64,735.85
1997 Driveway Paving Project No. 307
Estimate No. 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 6, 100.40
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOV£MBER 24, 1997 PAGE 7
Forest Lake contracting
14777 Lake Drive
Forest Lake, MN 55025
I-694/TH 47 NE Ramp Reconstruction
Project No. ST. 1997-3
Estimate No. 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $58, 687.57
No persons in the audience spoke regarding the proposed consent
agenda.
Councilman Schneider requested that Item 1 be removed from the
consent agenda.
MOTZON by Councilman Barnette
with the exception of Item 1.
Upon a voice vote, all voting
motion carried unanimously.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA•
to approve the consent agenda items
Seconded by Councilman Schneider.
aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt the agenda with the
addition of Item 1 from the consent agenda. Seconded by Councilman
Billings. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Jorgenson
declared the motion carried unanimously.
OPEN FORUM, VISITORS:
There was no response from the audience under this item of
business.
PUBLIC HEARING:
20. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF A
GR�1NT APPLICATION TO THE STATE OF MINNESOTA FOR THE ONAN
CORPORATION:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to waive the reading of the public
hearing notice and open the public hearing. Seconded by
Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Jorgenson declared the motion carried unanimously and the public
hearing opened at 7:48 p.m.
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this hearing is to consider
authorizing the submittal of a grant application to the State of
Minnesota on behalf of Onan Corporation, a subsidiary of Cummins
Engine, Inc. This loan would be from the State's Investment Fund
in the amount of $360,000. The loan would be forgiven if, after a
period of five years, Onan has created a minimum of 144 jobs having
an average annual salary of $15,000 per year. The City is
responsible for completion of semi-annual compliance reports.
Mr. Burns stated that Onan has been manufacturing small gasoline
engines and small generators in Huntsville, Alabama. With the
decision to out source the production of small gasoline engines,
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 24, 1997 PAGE 8
Onan decided to move the manufacturing of small "gensets" to one of
their other facilities where there was surplus space. Several
other sites were considered, as well as Fridley. The incentive
package from the State of Minnesota, along with other moves �t
Onan's Fridley operation to cut costs of production, have been
instrumental in the decision of Cummins to move the small "genset"
operation to Fridley.
Mr. Burns stated that although the City does not expect to receive
any of the proceeds from the loan, the City is required by the
State to establish guidelines for an economic development revolving
loan fund. The Community Development Department has prepared these
guidelines and a resolution for their adoption. Mr. Dan Seebart
and Mr. Woody Nelson are here this evening to answer any questions.
Councilman Schneider asked Mr. Seebart what type of jobs would be
generated by this move from Alabama.
Mr. Seebart, Director of Fridley Operations for Onan, stated that
there would be approximately thirty salaried positions in
manufacturing, as well as positions in production. Their primary
application for this particular operation is for installation in
mobile homes.
Councilman Barnette asked if local persons would be filling these
positions.
Mr. Seebart stated that they have not been very successful in
enticing the personnel from Alabama to relocate to Minnesota. The
vast majority of the positions will be filled locally.
Mayor Jorgenson asked when the move would be completed and how soon
they would be hiring personnel.
Mr. Seebart stated that they will have transferred all their
operations by the end of February, 1998. They are now actively
recruiting for personnel to fill these positions.
Councilman Schneider asked how many persons were affected when this
operation was relocated to Alabama.
Mr. Seebart stated that approximately 95 people were affected. The
export business in Asia was rapidly growing, and there was not a
layoff at that time.
Councilman Barnette asked the minimum and maximum salary scales.
Mr. Seebart stated that there were many entry level positions
requiring a high school education and general assembly positions
where specific skills are not required. The machining and
fabrication portion of the operation does require some specific
skills. The pay scale for production workers is a minimum of
$12.00 per hour, and the maximum is $17.00 per hour.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 24, 1997 PAGE 9
Councilman Schneider asked if this move requires any expansion at
Onan. �
Mr. Seebart stated that there is considerable investment inside
their facility to accommodate this transfer.
No other persons in the audience spoke regarding this grant
application for Onan Corporation.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to close the public hearing.
Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion carried unanimously and
the public hearing closed at 7:55 p.m.
NEW BUSINESS:
21. FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING BY INTERIM
ORDINANCE AN EXTENSION TO A PREVIOUSLY ESTABLISHED MORATORIUM
WITHIN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY ON THE CONSTRUCTION OF NEW
COMMUNICATION AND ANTENNA ARRAY TOWERS AND ON THE USE AND
DEVELOPMENT OF PROPERTY FOR SUCH NEW TOWERS THEREBY �+.MENDING
THE CITY CODE BY ADDING A NEW SECTION FOR THAT PURPOSE:
Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that as Council
was aware, the City has a moratorium applicable to the installation
of wireless antennas and facilities. One of the providers
suggested that the moratorium be extended in order for the City to
complete its process of adding additional sites. The additional
sites the City will be evaluating are Agro-K, Onan, Al1 Temp
Storage, Parson's Electric, City-owned land south of Springbrook
Nature Center, United Defense Water Tower, and City right-of-way
located adjacent to I-694 between Fifth and Sixth Streets.
Ms. Dacy stated that a letter was received from Gary Gandrud on
behalf of Sprint PCS.indicating that they felt an extension of the
moratorium was unnecessary and punitive to some providers.
Mr. Gibbs, representing US West Wireless, submitted a letter in
favor of extending the moratorium; however, he contacted staff and
retracted his request to extend the moratorium. One of the sites
his client was interested in was an approved site. The City no
longer has any request from providers to extend the moratorium.
However, Council may, at its discretion, extend the moratorium for
the purpose of evaluating the additional sites. Mr. Gandrud was at
the meeting if Council had any questions.
Councilman Schneider asked, from staff's viewpoint, if there was
any need to extend the moratorium.
Ms. Dacy stated that the process had been initiated for the
additional sites. It will be coming to Council in about a month.
She did not see a reason to extend the moratorium.
Councilman Billinqs asked if it is necessary to extend the
moratorium to protect any aspects of the telecommunications
ordinarice the Council may be adopting this evening.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 24, 1997 PAGE 10
Ms. Dacy stated that if the moratorium is not extended it will not
affect the telecommunications ordinance the Council was considering
for adoption this evening.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to waive the reading and approve the
ordinance on first reading. Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom.
Upon a voice vote, all voted nay, and Mayor Jorgenson declared the
motion failed.
OLD BUSINESS:
1. ORDINANCE NO. 1111 AMENDING CHAPTER 113, ENTITLED "SOLID WASTE
DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING COLLECTION," BY AMENDING SECTION
113.07, AND ALSO AMENDING CHAPTER 11, ENTITLED "GENERAL
PROVISIONS AND FEES," BY �1MENDING SECTION 11.10, "FEES:"
Councilman Schneider stated that he requested this item be removed
from the consent agenda, as he intends not to vote for this
increase in fees.
MOTION by Councilwoman Bolkcom to waive the reading and adopt
Ordinance No. 1111 on the second reading and order publication.
Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, Councilwoman
Bolkcom, Councilman Billings, Councilman Barnette, and Mayor
Jorgenson voted in favor of the motion. Councilman Schneider voted
against the motion. The motion carried by a four to one vote.
22. ORDINANCE NO. 1112 RECODIFYING THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE, CHAPTER
205, ENTITLED "ZONING," BY ADDING NEW SECTION 205.29, "O-5
TELECOMMUNICATIONS TOWERS AND FACILITIES DISTRICT;" TO AMEND
SECTIONS 205.06, 205.17.O1.C.(7), 205.18.O1.C.(7),
205.19.02.C. (5) , 205.20.O1.C. (1) , AND 205.12.02.A. (7) ; AND TO
AMEND CHAPTER 11, "GENERAL PROVISIONS AND FEES:"
Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that there have
been a few amendments and some minor changes to title blocks and
references between sections since the first reading of this
ordinance on November 10, 1997. These changes were included in
Council's agenda book. The effective date of this ordinance was
March 16, 1998 based on the premise that the moratorium would be
extended. This, however, was not done, so there is no need for
this sentence referrinq to the effective date of this ordinance.
Mayor Jorgenson asked when the ordinance would take effect.
Ms. Dacy stated that if no specific date was listed, the ordinance
would take effect fifteen days after the date of publication. The
title and summary of this ordinance would be published in next
week's Focus News.
MOTION by Councilman Barnette to waive the reading and adopt
Ordinance No. 1112 on the second reading. Further, to amend this
ordinance by deleting the effective date of March 16, 1998.
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion carried unanimously.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 24, 1997 PAGE 11
MOTION by Councilman Billings to order the publication of the
official title and summary of Ordinance No. 1112. Seconded by
Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Jorgenson declared the motion carried unanimously.
23. RESOLUTION NO. 109-1997 APPROVING A REDEVELOPMENT PLP.N
AMENDN�NT TO THE S-2 REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT (PROJECT PLAN
AMENDMENT, ZOA 97-07, BY SEMPER DEVEIAPMENT, LTD., TO AMEND A
PREVIOUSLY APPROVED REDEVELOPMENT PLAN IN AN S-2,
REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT, GENERAI�LY LOC.ATED AT 6525 UNIVERSITY
AVENLJE N.E.) (WARD 1) (TABLED NOVEMBER 10, 1997):
Mayor Jorgenson removed this item from the table.
Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that at the
November 10 Council meeting, there were a number of amendments to
the stipulations for this resolution. One of the stipulations was
to conceptually approve two driveways to the site, as long as the
County would approve the specific locations of those driveway cuts.
The County has informed staff that they would not override
Council's decision for two driveways onto the Mississippi Street
right-of-way.
Ms. Dacy stated that the developer and the Anoka County Regional
Railroad Authority have drafted an easement which is now being
reviewed by the Railroad Authority. While these negotiations have
not been concluded, the developer was requesting that Council act
on this issue. Stipulation No. 5 would require the developer to
record the easement at the County prior to issuance of a building
permit for the site.
Ms. Dacy stated that the staff has also reviewed the site plan.
Information was received on the impact of the drainage pond to the
north of the buildinq. There is a slight increase to the surface
of the area; however, there are options to handle the drainage when
a park-and-ride is created. Ms. Dacy suggested that the date of
September 12 in Stipulations No. 1 and 13 be changed to November
10, and for Stipulation No. 5 that was submitted this evening to be
evaluated by Council.
MOTION by Councilman Billinqs to receive the fax from Semper
Development dated November 24, 1997 regarding Stipulation No. 5.
Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 109-1997,
with the stipulations attached as Exhibit A: (1) the development
shall be constructed in accordance with the site plan dated
September 12, 1997, unless otherwise provided for by the
stipulations of approval; (2) compliance with the comments of the
Engineering Department as stated in the September 23, 1997
memorandum from Jon Haukaas; (3) a final landscaping and irrigation
plan shall be submitted and approved by City staff prior to
issuance of a building permit; (4) the City conceptually approves
two driveway cuts, and the petitioner is to work with Anoka County
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 24, 1997 PAGE 12
to determine the exact location of the cuts; (5) the developer
acknowledges that the right-of-way of T.H. 47 may become a mass
transit corridor and that a stop or station maybe built near
Mississippi Street and University Avenue and that these events may
cause easements to be sought on portions of the property; (6) the
petitioner shall pay park dedication fees at time of building
permit in the amount of $2,618.41; (7) storm water management
calculations shall be submitted prior to issuance of the building
permit; (8) all rooftop equipment shall be screened from view from
the public right-of-ways; (9) no automotive service uses, car
sales, or other outdoor repair/display uses shall be permitted. No
pawn shops shall be permitted. No restaurants are permitted unless
specifically approved by the Planning Commission and City Council.
The city, in its evaluation of a proposed restaurant use, may
require proper HVAC and odor venting equipment to eliminate to the
greatest extent possible any odor emissions from the building.
Venting for specific odor causing uses shall be routed to the most
westerly point of the building before being released to the open
air; (10) in the event Walgreen's vacates the building, the City
shall have the right of review each use within the building prior
to occupancy to determine whether or not it is consistent with the
intent of the Center City Redevelopment Plan; (11) all lighting
shall be shielded such that the glare does not adversely affect
residential properties; (12) all parking and driving areas shall be
lined with concrete curb. Spaces identified as "proof of parking"
shall be installed at the request of the City; (13) all dumpsters
shall be screened by the trash enclosure indicated on the site plan
dated September 12, 1997; (14) underground irrigation shall be
provide to landscaped areas; (15) the pavement shall be
appropriately marked to delineate the prescription pick up window
lanes. Any changes to the pavement plan shall be indicated on the
plan submitted for building permit review; (16) the decibel level
of the audio system for the pick up window shall be at a level
where its noise is not audible from residential properties to the
east; (17) the property owner shall work with the Anoka County
Regional Railroad Authority to provide pedestrian connections where
appropriate into the site, including striping or sidewalks; (18) a
seven foot cedar fence shall be constructed along the north and
east sides of the development. The fence along the north side of
the parking lot shall be constructed between the parking lot curb
and the edge of the pond. The petitioner shall submit a plan for
the installation of a decorative fence with brick pillars and black
aluminum fencing along University Avenue and Mississippi Street in
conjunction with the building permit application. The fence shall
be installed prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy; (19)
the petitioner shall execute a storm water pond maintenance
agreement to maintain the detention pond at the north side of the
site; (20) the 17 stipulations from 1990 and the 17 stipulations
from 1991 are herewith deleted; (21) all of the lots included in
the site plan shall be combined to form one tax parcel; and (22)
the developer acknowledges that, the current roadway configuration
and the traffic studies from 1990 and 1991 notwithstanding, the
appropriate governmental bodies reserve the right to change and
alter the alignment of the roadway, including the location of the
median. Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 24, 1997 PAGE 13
MOTION by Councilman Billings to amend the above Stipulations 1 and
13 by deleting the date of September 12, 1997 and inserting the
date of November 10, 1997. Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon
a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion
carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to eliminate all the above language
in Stipulation No. 5 and substitute the following language: "The
petitioner has offered to grant an easement to the Anoka County
Regional Railroad Authority for parkinq. The plan amendment
approval was subject to the agreement by the Anoka County Regional
Railroad Authority as to the form of such easement. Petitioner
shall provide a letter from the Anoka County Regional Railroad
Authority to the City that such form has been agreed to, and shall
record such easement prior to the issuance of any building permit
for the development. Seconded by Councilman Barnette. Upon a
voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion
carried unanimously.
UPON A VOICE VOTE TAF�N ON THE MAIN MOTION, all voted aye, and
Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Barnette
fine. He thanked
cooperation between
thanked Councilman
issues resolved.
stated that democracy is slow but exceedingly
the Swansons for their patience and the
Semper Development and City staff. He also
Billings for his assistance in getting the
Mr. Christensen, Semper Development, stated that the process was
for the betterment of both sides and will work well for the
community.
Mrs. Swanson stated that she was happy to have Walgreen's locate on
this site.
Mayor Jorgenson asked when they would be breakinq qround.
Mr. Christensen stated that ground breaking will occur in 30 to 45
days with an opening anticipated late next summer.
24. RESOLUTION NO. 110-1997 OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA,
AUTHORIZING APPLIC,ATION BY THE CITY FOR A GRANT ON BEHALF OF
ONAN CORPORATION:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 110-1997.
Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom.
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this resolution authorizes the
City to apply for a grant under the Minnesota Investment Fund on
behalf of Onan. It certifies that the City has inspected the credit
of the company and agrees to abide by State and Federal laws.
Councilman Schneider asked if it would in any way encumber City
fund if Onan should defaul� on their agreement.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 24, 1997 PAGE 14
Mr. Burns stated that there are not City funds involved whatsoever.
UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, Councilman Schneider,
Councilwoman Bolkcom, Councilman Billings, and Councilman Barnette
voted in favor of the motion. Mayor Jorgenson abstained from
voting on the motion. The motion carried by a four to one vote.
25. RESOLUTION NO. 111-1997 APPROVING AND ADOPTING GUIDELINES FOR
THE FRIDLEY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REVOLVING LOAN FUND:
Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that guidelines
need to be adopted in the event the City does receive program
income as the result of the Onan grant. Because Onan's assistance
will be forgiven, it was not anticipated that there will be any
program income. Nonetheless, the City still needs to adopt the
guidelines.
MOTION by Councilman Barnette to adopt Resolution No. 111-1997.
Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote, Councilman
Barnette, Councilwoman Bolkcom, Councilman Schneider and Councilman
Billings voted in favor of the motion. Mayor Jorgenson abstained
from voting on the motion. The motion carried by a four to one
vote.
26. MOTION TO APPROVE PLP.NS FOR IMPROVEMENT OF OLD CENTRAi� AVENUE
(COUNTY HIGHWAY 35):
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated that a letter of
acknowledgment and support has been prepared for the proposed
improvement to Central Avenue consisting of widening north of Rice
Creek and milling and overlaying south of Rice Creek. He
recommended that Council approve the storm sewer installation along
Old Central from Osborne Road to Rice Creek, widening of the road
by eiqht feet to the west, construction of a bike path along the
west side of the road, and the installation of concrete curb and
gutter as required.
Mr. Flora also suggested that Council approve the concept of
milling and overlaying that portion of Central Avenue south of Rice
Creek and installing concrete curb and gutter as required. If, in
the future, there are any curb costs associated with the TH 65
intersection improvement project, the City would cooperate in those
reconstruction costs. Mr. Flora requested that Council approve
this concept. A letter will be sent to the County indicating
support of the project.
Councilman Schneider stated that the increase in width north of
Rice Creek is approximately eight feet of paved surface on the west
side of the existing road. He asked if there was any change or
widening of the existing road or change to the curb and gutter
south of Rice Creek.
Mr. Flora stated that there would only be the addition of curb and
gutter, but it would not change the curb alignment.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 24, 1997 PAGE 15
Councilman Schneider asked if the intersection at Highway 65 would
be constructed as to the plans shared with the neighborhood.
Mr. Flora answered in the affirmative. The County is improving the
intersection as designed by the City. If there was any change, the
City would have to bear the cost of the curb and gutter.
Councilman Schneider asked if both the widening and overlay would
be on the County's work schedule for 1998.
Mr. Flora stated that, hopefully, they both could be done. There
are not specific funds set aside for the mill and overlay.
Councilman Schneider stated that he has received a number of
telephone calls on the condition of the road and has yet to receive
a call on the widening. He would not like to have the north part
of the road widened without the overlay.
Mr. Flora stated that the purpose of sending a letter to the County
is to outline the City's position. The only real issue was the
funding, but he was advised by the County that they could
reallocate some of their funds to complete the overlay in 1998.
Councilman Schneider asked if they could be assured that both the
widening and the overlay would be done at the same time.
Mr. Flora stated that he was told by the Anoka County Highway
Department and Commissioners Kordiak and McCarron that they wanted
to get both of these improvements completed.
Mayor Jorgenson stated that if the road is going to be torn up,
both projects should be completed at the same time.
Councilman Schneider stated that the City needs a decent driving
surface, but he still wanted to protect the residential properties
to the south.
Mr. Flora suggested that language be added that if both projects
cannot be constructed in 1998 the City should be informed so both
projects can be scheduled simultaneously.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to authorize City staff to send the
letter to the County dated November 25, 1997 with the following
amendments: In the second paragraph, second sentence, after the
word "overlay," add the following words: "within the existing
gutter lines" . F'urther, to add the following language at the end
of the third paragraph: "If both projects cannot be completed in
1998, the City requests that they be informed so both projects can
be scheduled simultaneously." Seconded by Councilman Billings.
Upon a voice vote, Councilman Schneider, Councilman Billings,
Councilman Barnette and Mayor Jorgenson voted in favor of the
motion. Councilwoman Bolkcom voted against the motion. The motion
carried by a four to one vote.
Councilwoman Bolkcom stated that she could not support this project
with the widening.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 24, 1997 PAGE 16
27. APPOINTMENT TO APPEALS COMMISSION:
MOTION by Councilwoman Bolkcom to nominate Blaine Jones for
appointment to the Appeals Commission. Seconded by Councilman
Billings.
There being no further nominations, Mayor Jorgenson declared the
nominations closed and an unanimous ballot was cast for the
appointment of Blaine Jones to the Appeals Commission.
28. INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that he had no informal status
reports.
Mayor Jorgenson thanked everyone who attended the open house at the
newly remodeled Fridley Community Center on Sunday, November 23.
Three hundred persons attended. She felt that a lot of residents
would use the new facilities. She also thanked the business
community for their support and for their donations.
Councilwoman Bolkcom stated that there were many volunteers who
conducted tours. She also thanked Bill Burns for all his work in
obtaining support for this project.
Councilman Barnette stated that donations are still being accepted.
Former Mayor William Nee was in attendance, and he was a tremendous
supporter for this project.
Mayor Jorgenson stated that the Southern Anoka County Chamber of
Commerce may be requesting permission to hold a one-day circus
early this spring.
Mayor Jorgenson stated that the Truth in Taxation public hearing
will be held this Saturday, November 29 at 10:00 a.m. at the
Municipal Center.
Councilman Schneider stated that it was not Council's desire to
have this meeting on Saturday, but the hearing must fall within a
prescribed time period. This was the only date available when
other agencies were not conducting their hearing for this issue.
ADJOURNMENT :
MOTION by Councilman Barnette to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by
Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Jorgenson declared the motion carried unanimously and the Regular
Meeting of the Fridley City Council of November 24, 1997 adjourned
at 8:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Carole Haddad Nancy J. Jorgenson
Secretary to the City Council Mayor
THE NIINUTES OF THE SPECIAL FRIDLEY CTTY COUNCII.. MEETING OF
NOVEMBER 29,1997
THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF
NOVEN�ER 29, 1997
The Special Meeting of the Fridley City Council of November 29,
1997 was called to order by Mayor Jorgenson at 10:00 a.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Jorgenson led the Council and audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
ROLL C,ALL •
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
P.DOPTION OF AGENDA•
Mayor Jorgenson,
Councilman Billings,
Councilwoman Bolkcom
None
Counciiman Barnette,
Councilman Schneider and
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt the agenda as submitted.
Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion carried unanimously.
OPEN FORUM, VISITORS:
There was no response from the audience under this item of
business.
PUBLIC HEARING:
1. PUBLIC HEARING ON THE 1998 CITY OF FRIDLEY BUDGET:
PND
TO LEVY A TAX WHICH APPEARS TO BE IN EXCESS OF 16 MILLS AND
CERTIFYING TAX LEVY REQUIREMENTS FOR 1998 TO THE COUNTY OF
ANOKA FOR COLLECTION:
MOTION by Councilman Barnette 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 Jorgenson
declared the motion carried unanimously and the public hearing
opened at 10:01 a.m.
The 'purpose of this public hearing is to fulfill the Truth-in-
Taxation requirement and levy what appears to be a tax levy in
excess of 16 mills.
Mr. Burns, City Manager, presented the 1998 budget message. The
State legislative decisions that were macle during this year's
legislative session were more incremental. These reforms were not
as dramatic as expected. The City's Local Government Aid was
increased about $33,000, and the HACA was retained. In 1998, he
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 29, 1997 PAGE 2
understands it will be much the same, unless there is a major
surprise in the area of budget surpluses.
Mr. Burns stated that Council budget work sessions took place in
June and July and covered a variety of issues. Staff helped in
preparing a Council survey identifying major policy issues. Those
results were used in preparinq the budget. Some of the issues were
the potential expansion of our neighborhood resource officer
program and various youth programs that are administered by the
Police Department, Fire Department personnel needs, the
Comprehensive Plan amendment process, and the recycling program.
Mr. Burns stated that Council reviewed a proposal for a major
street and utility improvement project for the Riverview Heights
area. The project is proposed for 1999 and 2000 construction
seasons. In anticipation of this major effort, the appropriation
for neighborhood street reconstruction in 1998 is much smaller than
usual. It does, however, provide for the reconstruction of
Hackmann Avenue.
Mr. Burns stated that capital improvement discussions focused on a
proposal for a double gymnasium at the Fridley Community Center,
playground equipment upgrades for several City parks, removal and
replacement of fuel and oil tanks at the municipal garage, a new
garage ventilation system, a new municipal center telephone system,
upgrading of 57th Avenue, and extension of the Central Avenue bike
path.
Mr. Burns stated that the most important issue raised during the
1997 budget work sessions was the issue of a property tax increase.
Staff recommended a three percent property tax levy increase to
generate an estimated $137,000 to cover a budget gap between
General Fund revenues and expenditures. Nearly $288,000 in
expenditures trimmed, and $65,000 from the Liquor Fund was
transferred, leaving a gap of less than $280,000. Staff also
recommended a small increase in the sold waste abatement fee.
Mr. Burns stated that the total expenditures for all funds,
excluding Enterprise Funds, is $12.4 million or a decrease of 7.4
percent. General Fund expenditures will increase by 2.6 percent or
$258,831. Most of this increase is accounted for by increased
employee costs, and our.recent commitment to the operation of the
Fridley Community Center. •
Mr. Burns stated that a three percent cost of living increase for
employees amounts to $178,952. There are no additional full-time
employees, and some chanqes have been made in the work force in the
areas of Finance/MIS, Police, Public Works, Recreation and
Naturalist, and Community Development. Employee health insurance
costs have decreased but will probably increase in 1999.
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 29, 1997. PAGE 3
Mr. Burns stated that other notable changes in the General Fund
appropriations include diminished expenditures for machinery and
equipment and increased expenditures for contractual services.
Contractual service costs have increased by $119,815. Of this
amount, $47,326 is attributable to new costs projected for
operation of the Community Center and recreation programs. An
additional $15,000 is project.ed for completion of the City's
Comprehensive Plan, and another $26,000 is allocated for a contract
plumbing inspector.
Mr. Burns stated that the total for all four Special Revenue Funds
is $1,056,046 or a$166,849 increase. These funds include the
Cable Television F�.ind, Grant Management Fund, Solid Waste Abatement
Fund, and Housing Revitalization Ftiind. Most of this increase is in
the Solid Waste Abatement Fund for increased costs in the City's
operation of the redemption center and weekly curbside recycling.
The Grant Management Fund has an increase of $48,318 attributable
to the youth program grants.
Mr. Burns stated that the total of the Capital Project Funds is
$1,032,472 or a decrease of 58 percent. The total for Buildings
and Lands is $280,000, which includes telephone system upgrades,
removal and replacement of municipal garage fuel tanks, replacement
of voting booths, and purchase of a standby generator for the
garage. For Streets, the total is $483,737 and includes the
improvement of HaclQnann Avenue, 57th Avenue, and the Old Central
bikeway extension. For Parks, the total is $268,735 for playground
equipment upgrades, tennis court repairs, and park improvements in
order to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Mr. Burns stated that the Enterprise Funds include Water, Sewer,
Storm Water, Liquor Operations and Debt Service. The Water Fund
will increase $23,444; the Sewer Fund will decrease $62,468; the
Storm Water Fund will increase $36,008; and the Liquor Operations
Fund will increase by $171,078.
Mr. Burns stated that this budget provides for a three percent
increase in the property tax levy. The levy increase will cost
local tax payers, as a whole, about $137,000. Its impact on
individual property owners, of course, will vary with the value of
the home. For a property owner with a$90,000 home, it will mean a
$7.00 increase in taxes payable in 1998. A homeowner with a
$120,000 home will pay $8.00 more in taxes. The total tax bill for
homes in the four school districts in Fridley will actually
decrease. This decrease ranges from $6.00 to $207.00, depending on
the district where the home is located.
Mr. Burns stated that barring any major disappointment in what
remains of 1997, the fund balances should remain very stronq
relative to annual operation costs and should continue to be strong
through 1998. It is projected the 1997 fund balance will be about
$700,000. The sources of General Fund revenue have changed very
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 29, 1997 PAGE 4
little. The transfers are changing from year to year with a
decreasing reliance on the General Fund and a greatly increased
reliance on the closed debt fund and the liquor fund.
Mr. Burns stated that there are a number of external factors which
affect the City's operation. Unemployment is at an all time low,
and new construction is up by almost $30 million. A higher portion
of the 1997 value of construction is in the public sector as
opposed to the private sector. The private sector construction
consists more of alterations and additions as opposed to new
buildings. There is a small decrease in the number of Fridley jobs
with a slight increase in retail and a small decrease in
manufacturinq jobs.
Mr. Burns stated that property values for all classes of property
in Fridley have increased by 5.1 percent or to $1,209,684,500.
This total includes a 4.4 percent increase� in the value of
homesteaded residential property; a 7.2 percent increase in the
value of non-homesteaded, multi-family property; a 6.3 percent
increase in the value of industrial property; and a 3.3 percent
increase in the value of commercial property. Fridley's tax
capacity, however, has dropped from $28,351,144 to $26,662,800 or
7.3 percent less than the available tax capacity in September of
1996.
Mr. Burns stated that the overall crime rates are down. However,
the most serious crimes increased by 3.2 percent, with most of this
increase involving larcenies. The number of people using public
assistance is also less than in 1997. There is an 18 percent
decrease in Fridley residents receiving cash assistance and food
stamps. The number of students receiving free or assisted means in
District 14 has declined by 9.1 percent.
Mr. Burns stated that the State legislature's actions on tax reform
were a key issue. In the City's budgeting process, services were
maintained at existing levels with two exceptions; the Community
Center operations and recycling. There was a tendency to move from
reliance on full-time employees to consultants and contractual
services. Both internal and external measures of the City's
financial health are very good, and property values are up
significantly.
Mr. Burns stated�that the City should continue efforts to preserve
our aging housing stock and public infrastructure. We need to
continue to deal with the problems of youth and the elderly and
strengthen our recreational opportunities for people of all aqes.
We need also to address Fridley's image, particularly the image
that is created by our three major transportation corridors.
Mr. Burns stated that in order to address the challenges, we need
to continue to demonstrate flexibility in our approach to
governmental services and search for opportunities to achieve
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 29, 1997 PAGE 5
economies of scale through cooperative ventures with other
jurisdictions. We also need to be prepared to drop existing lower
priority services and programs.
Mr. Burns stated that in addition to operational improvements the
City needs to continue the search for new revenues. This means
continuing the quest for State funding of our housing programs,
capitalizing on Federal and State grant programs, adjusting charges
for services to reflect changes in our costs, continuation of our
efforts to maximize liquor operation projects, and exploration of
the means to diversity our tax sources.
Mayor Jorgenson asked about the increase in larcenies at
businesses.
Mr. Burns stated that these larcenies include shoplifting, drive
offs, and bad checks.
Councilman Schneider asked how the budget affects the City's bond
rating.
Mr. Pribyl, Finance Director, stated that the budget has a positive
impact on the City's bond rating. Fridley's Aal bond rating is
probably the highest one for a City of our size. The high level of
fund balances accounts for this rating. The debt service costs for
Fridley are probably lower than other cities in the metropolitan
area.
Councilman Schneider asked how the fund balances are invested.
Mr. Pribyl stated that these fund balances can only be invested in
fixed income securities, as regulated by the State, and are
scrutinized by the City Manager and the City Council.
Mayor Jorgenson asked about the solvency of City government and the
process for balancing the City's funds.
Mr. Pribyl stated that there are a number of issues which are
reviewed by the auditors. As a result of the auditing process,
there is a management letter identifying the key financial
indicators.
Councilman Barnette asked how the City of Cambridge could have
gotten into the problems they experienced.
Mr. Pribyl stated that this situation had to be over a long period
of time and a continued downward progression. In Fridley, there
are a number of controls. The City Council has been very
responsible. This community has a strong financial background, and
Council has played a very active part.
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Councilman Barnette stated that his home is located in School
District No. 14, and he experienced a tax decrease. However, with
the recent levy approved by the taxpayers, the tax statement he
received may not truly reflect his total taxes.
Councilwoman Bolkcom stated that the tax statement noted that this
amount of tax was dependent on the outcome of the levy proposed by
School District No. 14.
Councilman Billings stated that he lives in School District No. 13.
He understands that the tax statement he received from the County
is correct. Only those homeowners residing in School District No.
14 may be affected because of the school district's levy.
Councilman Billings stated that this public hearing is beinq held
on this day because the Legislature has stated that there is a
certain time frame when the Truth-in-Taxation hearings must be
held. These hearings are also held with other taxing jurisdictions
such as the County, Metropolitan Council and School District. This
gives the City very few choices when to conduct the hearing, as it
cannot be on the same� date as another jurisdiction. For the last
five years, there has been only one person attending this Truth-in-
Taxation hearinq. By having it on Saturday morning, it may make a
difference and more people would attend. However, this is not the
case, and only Senator Betzold is in attendance. Councilman
Billings questioned if all the costs associated with this hearing
are worth it to continue conducting the hearing.
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Billings pointed out that there have been discussions on
for senior citizens on fixed incomes. The Legislature
change in property taxes for senior citizens. There is
in which property taxes can be deferred if certain
are met as far as aqe, income, and the length of time
resided in your home. He suggested that seniors
in this program contact the Minnesota Department of
Mayor Jorgenson stated that there is also another contingency in
order to qualify for this program the mortgage would have to be
over fifty percent paid.
Councilman Billings stated that there is also a property tax credit
that can be filed with your 1997 income taxes, payable in 1998.
This credit applies to both homeowners and those who rent.
Councilman Billings stated that although the value of property in
the City increased, the actual tax capacity or the amount that can
generate property taxes decreased. If the Legislature keeps
changing the ability of the City to tax commercial and industrial
property he questioned the impact on residential property.
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Mr. Burns stated that as long as the State has a surplus it would
not greatly affect the property taxes. If there are no surpluses,
the shift in tax capacity rate for commercial and industrial
properties could result in a substantial increase for residential
property owners.
Councilman Billings stated that in the final analysis, if the State
is looking at changes in the property tax structure, it cannot be
done piecemeal. He felt the tax system needed to be overhauled and
that it should be done once and for all. By doing it piecemeal,
the whole system will eventually collapse, and the residential
property owners will all of a sudden have to face a larger tax
bill.
Mr. Burns stated that the human service demands are increasing, as
is the need to invest in the City's infrastructure. At the same
time, the base revenue is flat, and there needs to be a greater
increase in the City's revenue sources.
Councilman Billings asked what percentage of the City's budget was
�or personnel costs.
Mr. Burns stated that it was about 65 percent.
Councilman Billings asked what is being done to try to reduce those
personnel costs or to keep them stable.
Mr. Burns stated that the biggest thrust is to avoid responding to
new program needs by adding full-time employees. The City should
remain flexible in dealing with these needs. The City is using
contractual services for the short-term, and it will be less costly
in the long-term. He also said that every position is reviewed and
justified before a vacancy is filled. The number of employees in
the City Manager's office, Finance Department, and Public Works
Department have been reduced. However, there have also been some
increases in other areas.
Councilman Billings stated that in previous years, it was necessary
to pass a resolution justifying a levy in excess of 16 mills.
There was a change in the Charter. He asked if such a resolution
was necessary this year.
Mr. Pribyl stated that a resolution will be on the City Council's
agenda for December 8. There was a change in the Charter; however,
this new ordinance will not be in effective before Council must
take action. This hearing is held to make sure that the City is in
compliance with the Charter.
No persons spoke reqardYng this proposed 1998 budget.
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 29, 1997 PAGE 8
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to close the public hearing.
Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion carried unanimously and
the public hearing closed at 11:02 a.m.
ADJOURI�IlKENT •
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by
Councilman Barnette. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Jorgenson declared the motion carried unanimously and the Special
Meeting of the Fridley City Council of November 29, 1997 adjourned
at 11:02 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Carole Haddad Nancy J. Jorgenson
Secretary to the City Council Mayor
CITY OF FRIDLEY
PLAI�TNING CO1�IIri2SSION MEETING, NOVEMBER 19, 1997
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Chairperson Savage called the November 19, 1997, Planning
Commission meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
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Members Present: Diane Savage, Dave Kondrick, LeRoy Oquist,
Dean Saba
Members Absent: Brad Sielaff, Connie Modig, Larry Kuechle
Others Present: Scott Hickok, Planning Coordinator
Michele McPherson, Planning Assistant
Al Opsahl, 5388 Horizon Drive
Ralph & Joan Groenke, 112 Horizon Circle
Virgil & Elvira Landgraff, 521-53rd Ave. NE
Joseph & Margaret Pisansky, 5313 Altura Rd NE
Marvin & Marion Thour, 5237 Horizon Dr. NE
APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER 5 1997 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES:
MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconde,d by Mr. Saba, to approve the
November 5, 1997, Planning Commission minutes as written.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AY'E, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
1. �'nhiPREHENSIVE PLANNING AREA MEETING • AREAS #5 AND #6
Ms. Savage stated the purpose of the meeting is to solicit
comments about the future of the City. The City is beginning�a
process to update its comprehensive plan. This meeting is one of
six meetings which the Planning Commission is conducting to get
residents' ideas about the future. It is not the purpose of the
meeting to discuss individual problems or issues which you may now
have with the City. Rather, the Planning Commission encourages
residents to provide comments about the City's future and what
goals you think the City should pursue.
Mr. Hickok stated this is the fifth planning area meeting out of
six that will be held. This meeting is for Planning Areas 5 and
6. The next planning area meeting will be held December 17 for
Area 7. Any person who has been unable to attend the planning
meeting for their area is invited to attend the next meeting. If
unable to attend that meeting, residents can return their surveys
to the City.
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Mr. Hickok stated the comprehensive plan is a text accompanied
with land use maps and an implementation plan. The first
comprehensive plan for the City was adopted in 1980 as part of the
Minnesota Land Planning Act. At that time, the City pulled
together information on land resources and development. The Act
also was a stimulus for soliciting public interest in the
physical, social and economic issues within the City. The
information in the 1980 plan is now dated. This current process
will allow staff to gather information and set the course for the
future.
Mr. Hickok welcomed audience members. This has been a process
that has been very enlightening. Staff have received many
interesting comments which will be considered as the process moves
forward. The City's goal is to have the comprehensive plan put
together over the course of the next year. The plan will come
back to the Planning Commission for review as chapters are
completed. The completed plan is due to the state by December 31,
1998.
Mr. Hickok stated surveys were sent out to residents. Blank forms
are available for comments for those audience members who prefer
not to speak. These forms can be filled out and given to staff.
Ms. McPherson stated she was responsible for mailing the surveys
and compiling the information for presentation to the Planning
Commission. This meeting is with Planning Areas 5 and 6. On
October 27, staff mailed 1,122 surveys and invitations to
residents in those areas. As of November 14, staff had received
approximately 81 surveys for a return rate of about 7.2%. The
average return rate has been about 7.0% to 7.5%. _
Ms. McPherson stated Planning Area 5 extends from I-694 south to
the border between Fridley and Columbia Heights and west of
Highway 65. Planning Area 6 is the area north of I-694 to Locke
Lake and Rice Creek and west of the Burlington-Northern railroad
tracks to the Mississippi River.
Ms. McPherson reviewed the demographic information for both
planning areas. Respondents in Area 5 were of a more mature age
group being predominately 55 and over. Respondents in Area 6 were
predominately in the 21 to 40 age range. In terms of length of
residency, those in Area 5 generally had lived in the community
more than 30 years. Area 6 had more respondents that had lived in
the City less than 5 years.
Ms. McPherson stated, in order to track the responses regarding
issues, the questions asked in the survey requested essay-type
answers. She attempted to categorize those responses into the
issue areas of parks, City services, property upkeep, amenities,
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City government, taxes, people, access and location, traffic and
speed, safety, land uses, image, and schools. Areas 5 and 6 had
more comments relating to property upkeep including code
enforcement, junky yards, inoperable vehicles, property upkeep,
etc. As has been consistent with previous areas, what people like
most about their area is their neighbors and the people in their
community. The issue area of land uses could include requests for
upscale restaurants, comments about apartment buildings, comments
about a business or parcel in the City, etc. There were some very
strong negative comments about land uses in the City in general
and also in the neighborhood of Area 5.
Ms. McPherson stated Area 6 had more positive comments about parks
and City services including recycling and the snow plowing and
street maintenance. Comments regarding access and location have
been consistent throughout the areas. This planning area
commented more so about the City's image or lack thereof. Most of
those comments related on the lack of a downtown or City center
area. Most folks in Area 6 commented that they like their
neighbors and feel good about the people in the immediate area.
Ms. McPherson stated concerns were expressed about apartment
buildings and lack of or inconsistent code enforcement of property
upkeep. There seems to be a need for street lights on some
streets. This comment was difficult to pass on because we did not
know which street(s) were of concern. Several comments were made
regarding the perception of increased crime coming from Columbia
Heights, Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center. Many respondents like
their neighbors but some felt isolated. Most of those comments
came from Area 6 which may reflect the fact that there are more
new residents.
Ms. McPherson stated the purpose of the comprehensive plan is to
set forth the long range plan for the community and to set goals
and objectives. The Planning Commission is trying to find out
what residents want Fridley to be in the year 2010. We want to
hear concerns and also possible solutions to those concerns.
Ms. McPherson stated the forms provided ask two questions: 1) If
Fridley were to be the ideal community in the year 2010, what
characteristics or experiences would you expect it to offer?; and
2) What is Fridley and what role(s) does Fridley play in the
larger metropolitan area?
Ms. Savage opened the meeting for public comment.
Mr. Landgraff stated he understood that the ordinance today says
that if junk and things like that are not visible from the street
there is nothing that can be done about it. He has a situation
where the neighbors have to look at junk but it isn't necessarily
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visible from the street. He thought there should be an ordinance
to cover that. These things become a blight to the City and
devalue the property. It is just not a nice neighborhood like in
other communities that have an ordinance to cover that.
Mr. Kondrick asked if this junk he referred to was in the
backyard.
Mr. Landgraff stated it is in the backyard and the side yard.
There is a variety of junk that most people throw away which they
store in the yard. He did not think the neighbors should have to
look at it.
Mr. Pisansky stated he lives behind the apartment building on the
corner of 53rd and University Avenue. Altura is about 200 feet
around the corner from the apartments. The apartment is a two-
story building with a split entry and with about 7 units. He has
lived in this location for four years. He has had trouble with
the kids that were first living in the apartments. He called the
owner of the apartments and wanted to make some kind of
arrangement to keep the kids from riding bicycles through his
yard. There was no fence there. He had to put up a fence in
order to keep the kids out and to keep them from riding their
bikes across his yard. He spent $800 for the fence and he planted
trees. The kids went over the fence and ruined two trees that he
planted. Residents keep moving in and out but, since he put the
fence in, it hasn't been too bad.
Mr. Pisansky stated all fall he has been raking leaves. There is
a big tree on the apartment property, and he gets leaves from that
tree. He has asked for assistance in raking but they would not
help. He called Mr. Schneider and told him they have had the
electricity out twice because there are big dead branches on this
tree. This tree is leaning toward his garage. If that tree falls
on his garage, he is going to be responsible for it. That tree is
in bad shape. He thought it should be taken out. He called
someone from the University of Minnesota to look at it, and he
said it could go down at any time. He thought it should be
checked out again. That tree should go down. If that tree falls
on his garage, he does not intend that his insurance should pay
for it.
Mr. Thour stated he lives in Area 5 south of 53rd Avenue. He and
his wife have been their for over 41 years. He thought a lot of
this planning we are doing now should have been done back then.
It is too late to change what he thinks are some serious mistakes.
It is the traffic situation. Since building Holiday, Home Depot
and those other businesses, they have constant trucks down their
street. Signs were finally posted saying "No Trucks" but it does
not mean anything because it is not enforced.
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Mr. Thour stated they also had a bad experience this summer. Some
of the neighbors had relatives visiting with their motor homes
which they parked in the driveways. They hooked up their sewers
which leaked onto the driveways creating odors and an eyesore.
They found this after they had returned from their trip out west.
They also found motor homes parked out on the street. Someone
finally came out and told them they could not leave them there.
There were even buses there. In order to rectify anything in this
area, we have to call someone. There is no one there enforcing
this. They have cars speeding down the street really fast. When
he was younger, he was able to help control some of that. He is
only the crime watch captain, and he cannot enforce that law. We
have to call the proper authorities.
Mr. Thour stated he does not want to come up and just complain
about these things because they have been there the whole time and
love Fridley. They have good neighbors. He thought the Planning
Commission in many cases has done some good things. Also, on 53rd
where those trucks come down, they cannot make that turn with
those semis. They have to go out into the other lanes. Whenever
he goes to that intersection, he parks way over so they can get
through. Before that, they were knocking down the signals. That
should be changed somehow. Those trucks are going through a
residential area. The area is unique because you cannot get to
all those businesses without going through residential. They do
have some other minor problems there. All in all, the
neighborhood is good.
Mr. Thour stated he was hoping to see some of the younger
residents there because the future of the City is in their hands.
He hoped staff did send out some more surveys or have another
meeting. He talked to others in the area who did not know there
was a meeting.
Ms. McPherson stated, according to the mailing list, they tried to
contact every residential parcel in the area. She did get some
letters returned stating no forwarding address but they tried to
reach everyone.
Mr. Thour stated the parks are good. They are not large and do
not have a football or baseball field. They do have a skating
rink, and they have improved the playground equipment for the
smaller kids. He thought that was a good job and felt that those
responsible for that should be commended.
Mr. Pisansky stated he has raked leaves for two years, and the
apartment building owners have done nothing over there. He wished
the City would send someone out there and see just how it is
behind that building. The neighbors there are wonderful and are
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behind him 100%, but they are not here. He would like to have the
City look at it. The leaves are not raked. The grass is not
mowed. Residents are driving cars up onto the property. The
owners have not touched this property at all. He also picks up
their garbage thrown out in back of the apartment building.
Ms. Savage asked if staff was noting the comments and if they had
a response to the comment regarding a"junk" ordinance.
Mr. Hickok stated he is taking notes and will follow through on
the issues stated. Regarding code enforcement, the City has a
systematic process that started in May, 1997. Through that
process, staff is making their way over the next two years through
the entire City notifying property owners where there is junk,
inoperable vehicles, vehicles parked on the lawn, general upkeep
of their property, and a wide variety of code enforcement issues.
When an issue is found, a letter is sent to the owner informing
them about what the code says.. A follow up inspection is done to
make sure the owner is following through. Over 700 cases have
been initiated this year. Between 85% and 90% of the cases are
resolved on the first notice. As staff drive through on a follow
up inspection, a much smaller number of residents have been
notified. The areas from which the audience reside have not yet
been inspected. Unfortunately, we do not have a large staff so it
will take time to get there. It is a thorough inspe�ction process
and one with which we have had great success. In those areas that
have been inspected, we see a difference. Over the course of the
next two years, staff will be making their way through the entire
City.
Mr. Hickok stated he thought this initial blanket inspection is
going to be one where we find a lot of issues where folks simply
did not know what the code says and what it is they need to do in
order to rectify the situation. After the first series of
inspections will be a maintenance program to make sure that it is
not going backwards. The level of understanding goes up as folks
are educated. Another benefit is that folks are not having to
complain about their neighbors. At the end of the education
process, a small percentage of the cases actually go to court, a
citation is issued, and a legal follow through is done. Staff is
optimistic about the program.
Mr. Kondrick stated a comment was made about campers and
recreational vehicles parked at residences. What is the ordinance
regarding these vehicles parked in yards, etc.?
Mr. Hickok stated there are situations where campers will sit on
the street for an extended period of time. He believed a speaker
talked about the issue where someone will spend part of the year
here parked in the street in a camper. The off street parking
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regulations apply. Vehicles must be moved every 24 hours. Police
will chalk vehicles to make certain they are moving. When they
see electricity hooked up, there may be people actually living
there. The City notifies the property owners. One may get an
occasional guest where they pull their motor home up by the
garage. But for any length of time, that is putting another
demand on property where the City would encourage them to find an
alternative site. The City does not have an ordinance which
specifies the number of days allowed. This is something that
staff will speak to property owners about and let them know this
is an impact on their neighborhood. For the most part, people are
very good about not wanting to put that impact on their neighbors.
Mr. Saba stated many comments were made about apartment building
upkeep. This seems to go hand-in-hand with high density housing.
The Metropolitan Council is also asking suburbs to increase
density. How do we balance the two? How do we try to maintain a
good neighborhood and City situation and still satisfy the
Metropolitan Council?
Mr. Hickok stated it is important to know that density and
property upkeep are issues that should be separated. Though you
may draw some parallels between multi-family properties and their
upkeep and density, the City does have a rental inspection process
in place. The Fire Department works with the Planning staff to
make sure that code enforcement efforts are addressing issues on
the outside of the units and the rental inspection folks are
dealing with issues on the inside. Both of the departments deal
with the owners of properties. Hickok stated that he did not
think that multi-family just by virtue of being multi-family is
going to be a problem and a burden on the neighborhood. We do
have to raise the level of understanding and knowledge of what is
and is not acceptable on properties. We have a rental owners
coalition designed to bring property owners together to talk about
issues, help one another get over hurdles they are having with
rental properties, and to keep close to those folks. He thought
it was important to let them know we are observing their
properties and to make sure those properties are looking good.
Mr. Hickok stated, as the Metropolitan Council asks cities to
consider increasing density, much of what cities are hearing is
that they are short on the higher density end. In this community,
we have a very good mix. The City does not have a lot of high
density land left. As we look into the future and into
redevelopment, we certainly keep looking at what the best density
is for an area. The recent project in the southwest quadrant is a
higher density project. This was carefully thought out and the
neighbors considered. That project has an owners association for
maintenance and the City will work with that association.
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Ms. Savage thanked the residents for coming. Comments will be
noted and passed on to City staff and the City Council.
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Ms. McPherson stated staff has put together some information to
address the temporary outdoor sales and display of inerchandise.
The issue is that the zoning code is not clear on whether or not
we permit or prohibit temporary outdoor sales of inerchandise, such
as tent sales, the "Marlboro" product giveaway vans which may park
at a service station, "farmer's markets" or fresh produce stands,
etc. This past summer we saw a number of tent sale requests
including requests from World's Greatest Deals, Target, United
Stores, Slumberland, etc.
Ms. McPherson stated the City Council has directed staff to put
together some research and try to come up with some guidelines
which may regulate this type of activity. Staff were directed to
amend the ordinance which would allow staff to administratively
issue a license or permit. Staff searched the Internet and talked
to other communities to see what they were doing. Regulation of
this type of activity varies greatly from no regulation to very
stringent regulations.
Ms. McPherson stated staff looked at three options for the City to
pursue. The first option is to clearly prohibit outdoor sales and
display in all commercial districts. The advantages are that this
reduces enforcement costs by the City, and there are no permits to
administer or revoke. The disadvantage is that it eliminates
special �arketing efforts by the business community such as 49'er
Days and similar activities.
Ms. McPherson stated the second option is to allow temporary
outdoor retail sales, display or promotion of inerchandise by
administrative permit (limited to two or three per year). The
advantage is that it clearly establishes standards of performance
of such activities. It prohibits on-going outdoor display or
merchandise and provides an opportunity for the business community
to conduct special promotions. The disadvantage is that it
requires administration of the permits, inspections of sites, and
compliance of business with ordinance standards.
Ms. McPherson stated the third option is to allow outdoor retail
sales, display or promotion of inerchandise as an accessory use
subject to certain standards. The advantages are that businesses
would not be regulated regarding outdoor sales and display. The
disadvantage is that this would no longer be a temporary activity
and possible negative impacts to aesthetics, parking, traffic,
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etc.
Ms. McPherson stated, based on the regulation for temporary and
the recent adoption of the temporary outdoor food sales ordinance,
staff is recommending the Planning Commission recommend the City
Council pursue an ordinance change which would regular outdoor
displays, sales and promotion of inerchandise via an administrative
license. Page 4 of the staff report contains proposed ordinance
language for such an ordinance. Under the Local Business District
Regulations, we would allow as an accessory use the temporary
outdoor display, sales or promotion of inerchandise subject to
certain conditions. The owner shall obtain a license from the
City prior to the start of the event and this license will be
required whether merchandise is sold or given away. Three events
per year would be permitted no closer than 45 days apart. Each
event can be no longer than 10 days in length. The merchandise as
displayed should not impede vehicular or pedestrian traffic or be
displayed on a boulevard or landscaped area. The display area
cannot impact parking supply. For tents, the property owner shall
also obtain a building permit and comply with the Uniform Building
Code related to tents. The City will charge a fee of $75.00 for
this license.
Mr. Kondrick stated, regarding the number of occurrences per year
and the 45 day rule, Memorial Day and July 4th are less than 45
days apart. He would assume that if an event were allowed three
times it would not be possible to have it on both of those
holidays. He liked that idea. That would automatically mean that
if someone had an event on Memorial Day they would not have one of
the 4th of July.
Ms. McPherson stated, if someone wanted to sell on the July 4th
holiday, they would need to start earlier for Memorial Day.
Mr. Hickok stated the City has not been bombarded with requests.
Allowing three events per year is generous.
Mr. Kondrick agreed that this is generous.
Ms. McPherson stated, if the commission feels three is too
generous, this can be adjusted. The City Council will informally
discuss this in December or January. They will have another
discussion with the business community once the City Council has
reviewed it.
Ms. Savage stated this is the beginning of a process, and it does
not mean that this will remain as it is.
Ms. McPherson stated this was correct. These are suggested
points.
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Ms. Savage stated she thought the concept was a good idea and that
they were headed in the right direction.
Mr. Oquist stated the language refers to the property owner. If
someone rents Columbia Arena for a car sale, who is responsible to
get all the necessary things taken care of? Would it be the
County because of Columbia Arena or the person putting on the
event? Is property owner the correct term to use in this
ordinance?
Ms. McPherson stated yes. Staff may have to fine tune the
language. Regarding car sales, car dealers and those activities
which require a special use permit prior to commencement of the
activity which requires Planning Commission review. This
ordinance would not apply to what the City is doing for automobile
sales.
Mr. Oquist stated this would not apply to automobile sales. Does
that have to be stated?
Ms. McPherson stated staff could clarify that. Automobiles,
boats, RV's, garden centers and nurseries already fall under a
special use permit category in the ordinance. They felt those
activities should remain as a special use permit and come before
the Planning Commission.
Ms. McPherson stated, regarding the term property owner, the
person holding the activity could potentially be the person coming
to the City, getting the paperwork, and helping the owner fill it
out. Staff want the owner to sign acknowledging an activity is
taking place on their property. For example, the Marlboro van
coming to Super America for promotion of their product would
require a signature of someone at corporate Super America so they
will be included in the loop.
Mr. Oquist stated he read this as saying the property owner is
responsible. That is not necessarily true. Yes, we want the
owner to be informed and acknowledge that this is going on. For
instance, Jacob's Trading recently had a semi in their parking lot
promoting battery operated cars. He does not know if that person
owns that property or leases. He thought this needed to be
clarified. Who pays the fee - the property owner or the
applicant? Would this ordinance then apply to that promotional
deal in the parking lot? Did they come in and ask for a permit to
close off their parking lot and hold this activity?
Ms. McPherson stated typically they have been very good about
getting the proper tent permits. Staff did not know about this
particular promotion. That activity would be covered by this
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language.
Mr. Hickok stated it is a good point about the property owner.
Staff looks at it as a very deliberate approach to have the
property owner responsible. Their site plan is involved, the
circulation for the customers of the principle users can be
affected. Staff wants them informed so they are fully aware of
it. They want the own�r involved and to help control and enforce
the activities.
Ms. Savage asked how this would work for a farmer's market or
stands for fresh fruit or vegetables. Is there any interest in
that?
Ms. McPherson stated they have in the past had, prior to the
outdoor food sales ordinance, requests for produce stands. Staff
basically said the City did not allow outdoor sales. In the last
year or two since the ordinance, they have not had the requests
they previously had. In the case of a produce stand, we may
require them to go through the outdoor food sales process. There
is a special use permit provision in the food sales section which
allows for continual sales of food products throughout the summer
season. They would probably put food or agricultural vendors
under that particular section of the ordinance. As proposed, most
of the outdoor agricultural vendors want to have sales from the
end of July through October, every weekend or all week long. They
want six weeks of sales. The produce stands are better covered by
the outdoor food ordinance.
Mr. Oquist asked, if it falls within these guidelines, they could
just come in and get a license and that would be it.
Ms. McPherson stated this was correct.
Mr. Oquist asked what would happen with organizations such as
churches and schools wanted to hold an event. Would that apply or
is this strictly commercial?
Ms. McPherson stated the way this ordinance is proposed they would
not be allowed to do that. With the current residential zoning
classification, their activities do not include those types of
events. If you want to add that to allow some flexibility, they
could work that into the ordinance.
Mr. Saba stated he thought that put them at a disadvantage. These
events occur occasionally such as an auction, the St. Phillips
garage sale, bazaars or festivals which are fund raisers for
churches or schools.
Ms. Savage asked why these are not permitted.
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Ms. McPherson stated the current ordinance does not address this.
This is very similar to why we are addressing this particular
ordinance change. The code is silent on outdoor displays and
sales of inerchandise. That is also true of residential districts
where most schools and churches are located. While the City has
never "cracked down" on these activities at churches and schools,
this may be an opportunity to clarify those sections of the
ordinance saying that churches and schools can do this type of
thing if they get a permit or license or we could allow a
mechanism to waive the fee.
Mr. Hickok stated he thought it would be appropriate to add in
churches and schools. Currently, whenever there is a tent, the
building and fire departments have been very diligent about making
sure the tent has the proper fire rating, fire extinguishers, etc.
Ms. Savage asked, if a person wanted to have a large party at
their house with a tent, are they supposed to get a permit for
that.
Mr. Hickok stated they should. Tents come with a fire rating.
When they are rented, rental agencies have been very good about
sending along the right tent with the right information. The code
is silent on that.
Mr. Saba stated he liked the idea of including churches and
schools in the process of applying for a permit but to waive the
fee. This would happen mostly when they are having fund raisers.
Mr. Kondrick asked if there was any liability to the City if
someone had a tent and for some reason someone got hurt.
Mr. Hickok stated anytime there is something that happens the City
may be looked to. There may be a claim made that the City should
have done more about it. If someone has a tent with a large
occupancy, they should make certain it has all the fire ratings.
That is one thing the building and fire departments are very clear
about. If something should happen, it would be their lack of
knowledge as the problem.
Mr. Saba stated, if you look at this strictly, you could not hold
sporting events such as a football game with an event in the
parking lot. He thought they needed to be careful there.
Mr. Hickok stated, when they talked about the numbers, they were
thinking about commercial entities and the impacts on parking
lots. As you think about the language for churches and schools,
you may want to think about a separate paragraph about the
standards by which they would need to abide. A site plan would be
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an important piece to make sure it is compatible, that it would
not cause problems, etc. If you are not comfortable with that,
leave more flexibility and discretion for those entities. These
are not the typical entities they have been concerned with in the
past.
Mr. Saba stated they are on kind of dangerous ground when they
talk about celebrations and similar events by churches and
schools, fundraisers, etc. He thought they should put in language
that addresses that issue.
The consensus of the Planning Commission was to include language
to address events conducted by churches and schools.
Ms. Savage stated the Commission would not at this point make any
firm requirements, but the concerns are noted.
Ms. McPherson stated the City Council would look at this fairly
shortly. Staff will include in their memo the points discussed at
this meeting. Staff may amend the proposed language to reflect
these comments so the City Council can further discuss them. The
Planning Commission will host a business owners meetings to talk
about the language and get feedback. Staff will prepare the
ordinance language for some time in March or April of next year.
At that point, you will see more formal standards.
3. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORIT�
MEETING OF OCTOBER 9, 1997
MOTION by Mr. Oquist, seconded by Mr. Kondrick, to receive the
minutes of the Housing & Redevelopment Authority meeting of
October 9, 1997.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
4. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL OUALITY & ENERG�
COPM�IISSION MEETING OF OCTOBER 21. 1997
MOTION by Mr. Saba, seconded by Mr. Oquist, to receive the minutes
of the Environmental Quality & Energy Commission meeting of
October 21, 1997.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
5. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE APPEALS CONIl�IISSION MEETING OF
OCTOBER 22, 1997
MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Mr. Oquist, to receive the
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minutes of the Appeals Commission meeting of October 22, 1997.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
�:�����lit i�����N
MOTION by Mr. Kondrick, seconded by Mr. Oquist, to adjourn the
meeting.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, CHAIRPERSON SAVAGE DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED AND TIiE NOVEI�ER 19, 1997, PLANNING COI�Il�IISSION
MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:52 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
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Lavonn Cooper
Recording Secretary
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MEMORANDUM
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
DATE: December 4, 1997
TO: William Bums, City Manager�,�a
FROM: Barbara Dacy, Community Development Director
Scott Hickok, Planning Coordinator
Julie Jones, Planning Assistant/Recycling Coordinator
SUBJECT: Weyerhaeuser Contract Extension
New contracts for the Fridley Recycling Center services with Great Westem and BFI
become effective February 1, 1998. Staff felt this would be the best possible time to
make a transition since it is typically a slow time for business. However, our existing
contract with Weyerhaeuser expires December 31, 1997. Therefore, we need a 30 day
extension of the existing Weyerhaeuser agreement to cover service through January
31, 1998.
Weyerhaeuser staff verbally agreed to such an arrangement months ago, but we must
formalize that arrangement with the attached agreement amendment for our protection.
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Staff recommends that the City Council approve the attached "Amendment to Service
Agreement", extending services with Weyerhaeuser until January 31, 1998. This
amendment needs to be authorized by the end of the year to prevent a disruption in
service.
JJ/
M-97-497
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THIS AGREEMENT is made on the day of December, 1997, befinreen the City of
Fridley, Fridley, Minnesota, ("the City") and Weyerhaeuser Company ("the Contractor").
WHEREAS, the Contractor is in the business of transporting and marketing recyclables;
and,
WHEREAS, the City desires to extend their existing service agreement with the
Contractor an additional 30 days in accordance with the terms of a Service Agreement
dated February 27, 1997, with the following amendment to Section I., on page 1.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City and Contractor agree as follows:
TERM OF SERVICE: The Contractor is to service the Fridley Recycling
Center from January 2, 1997, through January 31, 1998.
Executed as of the day and year first above written.
CITY OF FRIDLEY
By
Its City Manager
WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY
By
Its
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MEMORANDUM
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
DATE: December 4, 1997
TO: William Burns, City Manager ���
FROM: Barbara Dacy, Community Development Director
Scott Hickok, Planning Coordinator
Michele McPherson, Planning Assistant
SUBJECT: Approve 1998 GIS Range Rider Proposal with PlanSight, LLC
Jerry Happel, Principal, PlanSight LLC has submitted the attached proposal for GIS
Services for the cities of Andover, Columbia Heights, and Fridley for 1998. This
proposal will be more individualized for each city compared to the propos.al approved
for 1997.
The services to be provided to the City of Fridley include:
• Nefinrorked GIS data access
• Storm water coverage
• Watermain coverage
• Sanitary sewer coverage
• Multi-unit addresses
• Building Permit issuance analysis
• Vacant Commercial and Industrial Land Inventory
• Code Enforcement analysis
• Polling Place locator
• Springbrook wetland analysis
As the list indicates, the proposed projects should, either directly or indirectly, benefit all
departments and improve the efficiency of information dissemination to #he public.
The administrative responsibilities of each city will remain the same: financial matters
handled by Columbia Heights, contract preparation by Andover, and general
administration by Fridley. The total cost of the 1998 contract is $47,000, a 15%
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December 4, 1997
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increase over 1997's contract of $40,000. The City of Fridley's portion will be $15,666
versus $13,333, an increase of $2,333.
Recommendation
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the attached proposal for GIS Services
for 1998 and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract once it has been
received. The Andover City Council has approved the proposal.
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Proposa( for the Staffiog of a GIS Range Rider for the
Cities of Andover, Columbia Heights, and Fridley.
Prepared by:
Jerry Happel,
Principal
PlanSight, LLC
October 24, 1997
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Introduction•
The Tri-City GIS Range Rider program has been a very interesting test of how cities can jointly address GIS
stafling issues. The first portion of this report briefly evaluates how well the project has met the original
goals, reviews the unexpected events that occurred over the past year, discusses the performance of city
sta1� and compares the value of the GIS services rendered against other oprions. The second portion of this
report outlines the proposed scope of GIS services offered by PlanSight, LLC and an estimate of the
associated hours and costs. Hopefully, this report will provide a basis for evaluating the 1997 Tri-City GIS
Range Rider Program and discussing the future plans for GIS in each city.
Preliminarv 1997 Tri-Citv GIS Ran�e Rider Proiect Evatuation
1997 GIS Goals•
From P1anSight's perspective, we feel that the 199? program was a success. In reviewing the goals outline
in the 1997 contract, we estimate that by the end of this year, we will have completed a majority of the tasks
identified, and, in some instances, we wili have gone well beyond whax we originatly anticipated doing. On
the other hand, a few of the tasks we planned on compteting this year may have to be postponed untii next
year or be dropped altagether. Following are the specific tasks outlined in the original contract and a brief
discussion of what has been accomptished (or will be by the end of the year):
1. Identifv all existing GIS databases, databases that are not currentiv in GIS format btet mav be
in�ated into GIS in the future, and all databases maintained at the countv, state, or national level
that would be useful in each citv's GIS (for example: census data, wetlands data. soils data,
contaminated sites aerial photographs etc. ).
All existing GIS databases have been identified and documented. Most of the e�cisting non-GIS
databases that could be incorporated into the GIS have been reviewed, but not necessarily documented.
Some, but not all of the relevant data available from the county, state, and national sources have been
explored. Additionat sources of data will be identified on an as-needed basis.
2. Assess Ihe information for completeness, accuracv, cmd date.
A significant amount of time was spent assessing the existing databases in each city. Some of the data
previously generated was considered inadequate and scratched, but in most cases, the old data was
found useful and became the foundation for the GIS.
3. Prioritize the need for updating GIS data based upon its »eed mnong participating departments.
Staff from all departments were interviewed earty in the process to help us prioritize data development.
Most "core" GIS data has been brought up-to-date. Some other tess important data still needs to be
updated (probabiy on an as-needed basis).
=�. Describe nature o,�updates reauired.
The updates completed to the GIS data are docume�ed in the Coverage Description portion of the GIS
Administrators Handbook. A history of changes is being maintained as part of these description sheets.
S. Organize, restructure, rnut simpl� existing GIS file svstem to improve e iciencv and to f'acilitate
commonalties among the GIS file structiire of all participating cities.
Each cities filing structure and naming convemions have been reworked. Data from a number of
different sources and locations was combined in one location. A description will be available in the GIS
Administrator's Handbook.
6. Develop a data dictionar�(metadata) o all existing GIS files. Daeument alJ information pertaining to
the source, gualitv. completeness, format, etc. a existrng GIS data. Ensure that the metadata
developed meets all local, state, arrd national starrdcrrds for metadatcr. Provide metadata re orts in
di�ita! cmd hardcopx, format.
Metadata standards have been incorporated from state and federal sources where applicabte to each
city. Dae to difficulties in obtaining the information necessary for generating full metadata on all of each
cities GIS databases, a simplified version of the state and federal metadata standards was generated and
utilized for this project. See the coverage descriptions sheets included in the GIS Admirtistrator's
handbook for examples.
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generated and utilized for this project. See the coverage descriptions sheets included in the GIS
Administrator's handbook for e�camples.
?. F'erifv the accuracv of parcels on the GIS basemap Acfd new parcels cmd corresponding in ormation
(PINs ac�dresses, etc.) to �xisting GI.S parcel basema�s czs needed
rVl parce(s in each city have been updated.
8. ijerify the accuracv of existing PINs Cvrrect a!I incorrecl PINs and cufd new PINs where necessarv.
PIN updates are still underway. It is anticipated that most PINs will have been corrected by the end of
the year.
9. Y'er� correet linka$es to A�toka Cauntv Assessors in,t'ormation. Link to Assessors data i necessarv.
The link to the Anoka County Assessor's information was established early in the year and updated
since then. Links were established through PINs. All of the Assessor's information is now available
through each city's GIS.
10. L'erifX the existence of�arcel addresses Correct or add addresses to the database where �tecessarv.
Stcrruiardi�e the adcfress data where necessary (St instead of Street Ave. instead of Averrue or Av..
etc. .
Parcel addresses, where not already available, were gleamed from the Anoka County Assessor's
information and standardized according to the US postal service guidelines. Corrections or additions to
addresses are still underway as part of the ongoing parcel and PIN updating process.
11. Verifv the existence of road names Add road names where necessar� Format road names or viewinQ
at a variet�of scales rangi�rg from 1"=1000' to 1"-2D0'.
Street names are currently available and a number of scales.
12. Ensure that all chcmg,es��modifications mcuie to the basemap cmd databases are as consistent as
possible between the participerting cities and the countv Docum�rrt anX inconsistencies.
Changes to data have been consistent between each city. However, database consistency between the
cities and county could not be estabGshed in many cases because of restricted access to Anoka County
data. In addition, the county has no focmal procedure to aliow for the reporting of errors.
13. Conform basemaps to the Anoka Cauntv Coordinate Svstem where necessmv.
All GIS data has been trar�sformed to the Anoka County Coordinate system.
14. Develop c7istom crpplications to run in Arc[�iew which sim�lifv complex tasks.
Several applications have been developed and distributed among each city. These applicarions are either
currently in use in each city or will be implemented in the near future. In fact, more time was spent on
this task than originalty anticipated due to staff interest in these applications.
1 S. Customize each script proc�uced %r use in other participating cities.
Each script generated has been used in full or part for similar scripts in each eity. In some cases these
scripts had too be modified substantially to meet the neec3s of eaeh city.
16. Provide training in the use of these scripts.
Training in the use of scripts has been on a on�on-one basis with these staff who requested the
development of custom applications. As the "bugs" are worked out of these scripts, additional training
for other city staff will be available.
17. Develo� lirrk between GIS rnul Enforce.
Hooray! The link to Enforce was accomplished with minimum difficulty. Police data for both Fridley
and Columbia Heig}►ts is, or soon will be, linked to the GIS and available for analysis and mapping.
18. Train Public Saferv Sta�f'in the use o�
Fridley is currently the only city with GIS in the Police department. However, we are considering the
use of ArcExplorer as a crime analysis tool in Columbia Heights.
19. Assist staff in the GIS analvsis and presentation of crime data.
Crime data was analyzed and presented in a number of formats for Columbia Heights. Fridley's police
department is currently being trained on how to use GIS.
20. Develop el�stom a�plieations using seripts to simpli complex tasks.
Specialized scripts are currently being developed to access, ana(yze, and present crime related data.
21. Schedule and �renare jornt intrafuction to AreView trainrng sessions or partieivatinQ eities. Joint
trnining should consist of -1-8 hours of ArcUiew 3 0 traiMing in a centrali�ed location. Earnect 2-3
sti�dents�'vr each course.
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Training sessions have been postponed for several reasons: 1) there are only a few copies of ArcVew
available in each city, 2) many of the people who would be attending these sessions have already had
some one-on-one training, and, most importantly, 3) ArcEYplorer promises to be a much more wide(y
used GIS tool and should be used in place of ArcView in many cases. Joint training sessions in
, ArcExplorer would be much more beneficial for most city employees interested in accessing and
analyzing the available GIS data. Joint training in either ArcView or ArcExplorer is still being
considered, but is premature until a new GIS plan incorparating ArcExplorer is developed.
22. Sneciadized trairring on the specialized daitv applrcations of GIS in each departme�rt. Trairri�rg should
take place at each citv with as manXsta,t' as possible. Each cities hardware aiui software wild be usec�
Informal one-on-one training with city staffs has been undertaken as needed, especially in concert w-ith
the development of specialized scripts. Widespread one-on-one training has not been scheduled for the
same reasons previously discussed.
Overall we think we did a pretty good job staying focused on the original project goals. This was sometimes
frustrating for both ourselves and city staff because we had to pastpone several projects until we could be
sure the original goals were met.
The GLS Range Rider Team:
The team approach to providing services worked very well in some instances and less well in others. We
were able to work together a number of times to successfully address a number of problems. Often, we
were able to split up GIS tasks to take better advantage of our respective skills. This approach worked very
well except for those times when the skills of one of us was needed when the other was working on the
project. These instances were relatively few and we were usually able to work things out. T'he team
approach also allowed us to double up and provide GIS services to two cities at the same time. As it has
worked out so far, Joel Lenz has spent the most time on the project, primarily as a resuit of the high demand
for custom ArcView applications and scripts. As a whole, we believe the team approach has significant
advantages over a single individual and will continue to provide services in this fashion in the future.
Unanticinated Develoaments:
As with any major project, there were a few humps along the way. Following aze a few of the unanticipated
events that were encountered:
Custom A�plieation Developme»t
We have spent more time than anticipated customizing ArcView for city staff. The populariry of the scripts
demanded that we generate more of them than we originally intended. This is a positive turn of events as it
reflects staff's desire to utilize GIS for common tasks. 1998 GIS tasks should include the continued
development of custom applications for use in aIl three cities.
Additiorral Projects:
More GIS analysis and mapping projects were undertaken than was originally intended. In many cases,
these projects were natural extensions of the GIS data updating process. Many of the projects, however,
were for special purposes and not an integral part of the overall GIS implementation plan.
ArcExplorer
T`he introduction of ArcExplorer significantly changed our outlook for GIS data management, data
dissemination, and training about two-thirds of the way through the project. We originally intended to use
ArcView as the primary viewing and analysis tool for city staff. Now, with ArcExplorer, it is abvious that
the need for ArcView will be limited to only thase staff who need to do some complex data generarion,
analysis, or mapping_ ArcExplorer has now become the software of choice for those staff who oniy need
occasional access to GIS data. They way in which ArcExplorer handles information is significantly different
than ArcView. This change in data management requirements means we have to adjust our original GIS data
management procedures. While this has thrown a hiccup into ovr original plans, I think the result will be a
vastly more utitized GIS database. One of the highest priorities for 1998 should be to install ArcExplorer
and the necessary GIS data on anyone's computer who would benefit.
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plans, I think the result wiil be a vastly more utitized GIS database. One of the highest priorities for 1998
should be to install ArcExplorer and the necessary GIS data on anyone's computer who would bene$t.
I.ate Startirlg Date
Not Starting untiI May in Andover was unfortunate in the respect that we had to severely cut back our ours
in Fridley and Columbia Heights just as many of the departments were becoming more awaze of GIS. The
delay also caused some scheduling headaches later in the year.
�ndover Parcel Basernav
It took longer than anticipated to decide on how to update Andover's parcel basemap. We reviewed several
options with city staff and finally decided on updating the parcels in-house. We are still concerned about the
accuracy of this data, especially for use in engineering and public works. Parcel base map accuracy is also a
problem to a lesser degree in Columbia Heights and Fridley. The Anoka County Survey department has
recently stepped-up their development of a highly accurate digital parcel map. Presumabiy, this data witl be
incorporated into the county's GIS database. If so, each city should plan on the acquisition of this data
when and if it becomes available.
Daitv Schedule:
Due to other obligations, PlanSight staff are not always able to work consistent eight hour days on the
Range Rider project. Staff meetings, client meetings, and other projects occasionally draw one or both of us
away. As a result, we often have to work odd hours to keep up on our time. Right now we are
appro�umately one week belund on hours for the year. We will both be working at the same time on the
Range Rider project during parts of November and December to make up for lost hours. City staff has been
understanding and flexible in this regard. This does, however, pose some scheduling problems, especially as
they retate to the continuity of the time spent in each city.
Holi s
The Tri-City GIS Range Rider Program was originally set up to provide a GIS technician with a fiill time job
plus two weeks vacation per year. The 1997 contract called for 50 weeks/2000 hours of consulting services.
Unfortunately, we forgot to take holidays into consideration. There are at Ieast 5 major holidays during the
year that we can't work, therefore, we can only take off an additional 5 days during the year for vacation,
etc. instead of the intended 10 days.
Fridley Dlgitizer Woes and O►�erall Technical Support
Toa much time was spent trying to get the digitizers to work in Fridley. Technical difficulties postponed
several projects and caused a lot of frustration. Lack of computer technica} support within each city caused
several delays. Probiems with computer equipment sometimes hampered our ability to provide quality
services. Most of these problems have been resolved, but a few are still causing inefficiencies.
Citv Staff Evaluation:
City staff in a!1 three cities have been particularly helpful. The amount of direction and oversight has varied
considerably from city to city, but all city staff members have been very helpful when there assistance was
needed. Fotlowing are a few of the staff members Joel and I have found the most helpful in each city:
Andover:
Todd Haus Engineeting
Scott Erickson Engineering
John Hinsman Planning
Jeff Johnson Planning
David Carlberg Planning
Ray Public Works
Frank Public Works
Fridle :
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Fridlev:
John Haukaus Engineering
Char Zimmerman Enu,,i'neering
Ray Statler Engineering
Niichele McPherson Planning
Rosie Griep Police
Colrrmbia Hei�hts:
Mark Winson Public Works
Rich Nordstrom Engineering
Jane Gleason Assessing
Barb Public Works
Joann Public Works
Chief Police
Value of Services Rendered:
By the end of the year, each city will ha,ve spent $13,333.33 to have Joel and I provide GIS services on-site
for four months. To judge whether or not each city received its money's worth, I would suggest comparing:
1) the cost of the amount and quality of wark we were able to complete with the cost of the amount and
quality of work that was completed in the cities before our arrival, 2) the cost of similar services provided by
an outside consultant, and 3) the cost of hiring a full time GIS professional. Fridley and Andover both had
fuli time peop(e working on GIS before we started. In comparing the work these employees with the work
we have done, we feel that we have heen much more productive and generated a much higt►er quatity of
service than was previously available. If billed at the going rate for GIS consulting ($60.00-$80.00/hour), the
same amount and quality of services rendered to the cities wouid have cost from $120,000.00 to
$160,000.00. The third comparison would be the cost of hiring a similarly qualified full time GIS emptoyee.
Annual salaries for GIS professionals ranging from $35,000.00 to $45,000.00 are routinely being paid by
cities and other organizations in the Twin Cities area. These salaries trans[ate into real costs of at least
$40,000.00 to $50,000.00 annually. Also keep in mind that the cities are benefiting from the experience of
two GIS professionals instead of one. When considering all of these facts, we believe that the Tri-Cities aze
getting a great deal, and so do several other communities that aze cunently considering starting similar GIS
Range Rider programs.
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Proposed 1998 Tri-City GIS Ran�e Rider Services
1998 Proaosed Proiect Overview:
P1anSight woutd be willing to provide 49 weeks (1,960 hours) of full-time, on-site GIS technical assistance
to Andover, Columbia Heights, and Fridiey from January 2, 1998, to December 31, 1998. The assistance
would be in the form of one or more GIS Range Riders that would spend an average of 50 to 60 hours per
month in each community over the course of the year. A majority of that time would be spent on-site using
each communities existing GIS hardware, software, and data to complete the tasks outlined in this proposaI
in addition to any other GIS related tasks identified during the project period.
Proiett Personnel:
Joel Lenz 66% of project time (approximately 1305 hours)
3erry Happel 33% of project time (appro�cimately 655 hours)
Proposed Scoae of Services:
During 1997, GIS tasks focused primarily on getting each city's GIS hardware, software, and data up to
speed. With this accomplished, GIS tasks for 1998 should focus on the individual needs of each community.
In general, tasks would include:
• Conceritrating o�7 GIS rnacrlysis and mapping projects.
• Contiriui�rg to maintain core GIS data in each commr�nity. Findirrg ways to increase the
accuracy of data as needed
• Expandi�2g the r�se of GIS data to al! departments utilizing ArcExplorer as much as possible
and .Arcti'iew when necessa�y. Provide training to city staff. Generate custom copies of GIS
Llser's Ka�ulbook that deal with the speeifres of hcnv each user or department uses GIS.
• Defrning and develop custom database 's for each department for use with ArcExplorer.
• Continuing the development and refrnement of scripts to automate cmd simplify routine GIS
tasks. Transfer these scripts to each city as applicable.
• Lrcorporating crdditrona! GIS data from county, state a�rd federal sources as needed
• Irrcorporatirrg additiorral databases from each department into the GIS.
Specific GIS tasks to be undertaken in each city will include:
Andover:
• Integrate Utility Databases (Publie Works)
• i�atershed Project. Watershed z�tilizing County data and out side sources. (Public Works)
• llpctating current maps (Prrblic WorksJ
• Developing an address map book. Pcrrcel Addresses 1997-98 (P:�blic Works}
• Mapping & analysis for Compreher:sive plar�rning Process (PlrntningJ
• Updating of eXJSllit� ritRpS QilGi C�Q1QbQSCS. �PICAJItIII�
� Seripti�tg for mailirrg Lcrbels arrd ge�teral (I'lanning & Engi�reeringj
• Creating a linkable database from commercial building data sheets (Builcfings)
• Additional tasks as identrfied
Columbia Heights:
• Linking Utility Databases to Sewer and Water Covernges (Public Works/E�lgineerin�
• Updating parcel accuracy (Public WorksiEngineerin�
• Providing analysis and mapping .rupport for ihe Comprehensive Plara Proeess (Plarrnin�
• Arralyzing and map crime data (Police).
• Lirak GIS to fire database.'cmalyze a�rd mcrp data8ase informadion (Fire):
• Develop process for dealing with easemerzts in GIS (Fi�rarrce�Assessin�.
• �4dditio�ral tcrsks as identifted
Fridley:
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Fridley:
• GIS ctiitc� crccess via network (Cityj
• Storm water c�verage enhrn:eement (Public worksj
. Water mains coverage enhcnacement (Public Warks)
• Sanitary sewer Coverage enhancement (Public Work.$)
• Multi unit addressing solution (Planrring Fire)
• Ba�i�re��rnrit issrun►�e w�tysis �C'anmwiity Developme�rt)
. Tfaccnrt Larxi �lysis and mapping (Community Development)
• Code Er forcemerrt li�rk (Commurtity Development)
• Po(ling Place locator (Finance)
• Wetland Analyses (Recreationj
• Additional tasks as identified
Pr000sed I998 Tri-Citv GIS RanQe Rider Proiect Cost:
On-site GIS Technical Services (1,960 hours Cr�r�, $23.98/hour� $47.000.00
Each city would receive approximately 653 hours of GIS services for $15,666.00 per city.
Other Considerations:
All other aspects of the proposed project (billing, monthly reports, scheduling, ete.) would be similar to the
1997 project guidelines.
Please tet me know if you have any questions. I wouid be happy to review this proposal with the group at
your convenience. Thanks.
SincereIy,
Jerry Happel
PlanSight, LLC
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FRIDLEY
MEMORANDUM
William C. Hunt
Assistant to the City Manager
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Memo to: William W. Burns, City Manager f�?� ,�
From: William C. Hunt, Assistant to the City Manager �
Subject:
Date:
Compensation Adjustments
December 3,1997
In order to prepare the final figures for the Personal Services portion of the 1998 budget it will
be necessary for the City Council to approve a resolution adjusting salaries, benefits, and
other forms of compensation for 1998.
I recommend the following for employees who are not members of a bargaining unit.
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A general increase of 3.0 percent in salaries.
An increase of 3.0 percent in automobile allowances, where applicable.
3. A one-half cent increase in the mileage reimbursement rate from $0.31 per mile to
$0.315 per mile (the current federal Internal Revenue Service rate) for employees who
use their own vehicles for City business.
'These recommenda.tions have been incorporated into the attached resolution. I request that
you present this resolution to the Fridley City Council for action at their meeting of
December 8, 1997.
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RESOLUTION NO. -1997
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN INCREASE IN COMPENSATION
FOR FRIDLEY CITY EMPLOYEES FOR THE 1998
CALENDAR YEAR
WI�REAS, it is the intention of the Fridley City Council to provide fair and equitable
compensation to Fridley City Employees within budgetaiy constraints; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fridley intends to comply with the Minnesota. Loca1 Govemment Pay
Equity Act; and
WHEREAS, the City Council and City Staff have reviewed the City's financial position as
well as economic indicators and compensation adjustments by comparable employers; and
WHEREAS, an adjustment of employee salaries and benefits is warranted;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Fridley that the
following adjustments be authorized for employees of the City of Fridley, with the exception
of employees who are members of a bazgaining �nit, effective January 1, 1998:
1. A general increase of 3.0 percent in employee salaries.
2. An increase of 3.0 percent in automobile allowances, where applicable.
3. Mileage reimbursement at the rate of $0.315 per mile.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CTTY OF FRIDLEY THIS
DAY OF , 1997.
WII,LIAM A. CHAMPA - CITY CLERK
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NANCY J. JORGENSON - MAYOR
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CITY OF
FRIDLEY
Memo to:
From:
Subject:
Date:
MEMORANDIIM
William W. Burns, City Manager���
William C. Hunt, Assistant to the City Manage
Agent's Insurance Service Agreement
December 4,1997
William C . Hunt
Assistant to the City Manager
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Every three yeazs for the past fifteen years it has been the City's practice to solicit proposals
for insurance and risk management services. On October 29, 1997, we sent out requests for
proposals to twenty-three agencies. We worked from a list of agents serving metropolitan
area cities with a population of 20,000 or more supplied by the League of Minnesota Cities
Insurance Trust (LMCIT). We also sent proposals to agencies which had submitted proposals
in 1994 or who had indicated interest in the intervening yeazs.
Six agencies submitted proposals by the November 26, 1997, deadline. I have reviewed the
proposals. Criteria for the review included the stability of the agency, experience with
government accounts, level of professional liability insurance, willingness to provide services
"net of commission," and cost of services over a three year period.
The quality of the proposals was unifoimly high. I believe that any one of the agencies which
submitted proposals would do an excellent job of providing insurance and risk management
advice and consultation to the City. As a result, the decision hinges mainly upon the cost of
the services to the City.
AGENCY
Aon Risk Services
Youngdahl Companies
Twin City Group
Krause-Anderson Insurance
Corporate 4 Ins. Agency, Inc.
Acordia of Minnesota.
1998
$15,000
$11,500
$10,000
$ 7,500
$ 4,000
1999 2000
$15,000 $15,000
$11,500 $11,500
$10,000 $10,000
$ 5,750 $ 5,750
$ 4,000 $ 4,000
$ 3,500 $ 3,500 $ 3,500
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*or an initial payment of $9,000 for the three year period
TOTAL
$45,000
$34,500
$30,000
$19,000
$12,000
$10,500*
Memorandum to William W. Burns
Agent's Insurance Service Agreement
December 4, 1997
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In the past five years Acordia has served the cities of Bloomington, Falcon Heights, Coon
Rapids, Oak Grove, Apple Valley, Tonka Bay, Hammond, and New Trier as well as other
governmental jurisdictions ranging from Independent School Districts to a Police Relief
Association. Acordia also gave satisfactory responses to all the questions in the City's request
for proposal.
For the past six yeazs Corporate 4 Insurance Agency, Inc. through their Vice President,
Michael L. Hadtrath, has served as the City's Agent of Record and insurance and risk
management consultant. In addition to Fridley they have also served the cities of Maplewood,
Spring Lake Park, Pine City, Kelliher, Ham Lake, Littlefork, and Champlin as well as other
governmental jurisdictions. In my estimation, they have served the City well and have
fulfilled the requirements of the contract.
After six years of actual positive experience with Corporate 4 during which the total premium
for a111ines of insurance declined from $405,909 in 1993 to $301,046 in 1997, I hesitate to
recommend a change in the City's Agent of Record for a savings of $1,000 per year in the fee.
Also, the City's Staff Accountant, Paul Hansen, has recenfly resigned. Mr. Hansen handled
the premium administration for our insurance policies. It will take his successor some time to
become familiar with our accounts. Retaining our current Agent of Record will help us to
maintain the continuity of our various services and programs.
As a result, I recommend Corporate 4 Insurance Agency, Inc. to continue as the City of
Fridley's Insurance Agent of Record for the next three years for an annual fee of $4,000.00,
and I have prepared a resolution to that effect and a contract for approval.
I would appreciate your presenting this matter to the City Council for consideration at their
meeting of December 8, 1997.
c. Richard D. Pribyl, Director of Finance/City Treasurer
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RESOLUTION NO. -1997
A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGENT'S
INSURANCE SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH
CORPORAT'E 4 INSURANCE AGENCY, INC.
WHEREAS, it is the policy of the City of Fridley to protect the employees and assets of the
City by instituting appropriate risk management procedures and by procuring adequate
insurance coverage; and .
WHEREAS, the services of an insurance agent help provide appropriate risk management
services and insurance coverage for the lowest available cost;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Fridley that
Corporate 4 Insurance Agency, Inc. be designated agent of record for the City of Fridley.
BE IT FLTRTI-�R RESOLVED that the Mayor and the City Manager be authorized to
execute the attached Agent's Insurance Service Agreement.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS
DAY OF , 1997.
ATTEST:
WII,LIAM A. CHAMPA - CITY CLERK
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NANCY J. JORGENSON - MAYOR
CITY OF FRIDLEY
AGENT'S INSURANCE SERVICE AGREEMENT
This agreement made , 1997, between the City of
Fridley Insured, hereinafter referred to as "CLIENT," and
Canpancr,te 4 In�scucance Agency, Inc.
Insurance Agent, Broker, and Risk Management Advisor, hereinafter
referred to as "AGENT."
"CLIENT" agrees to engage the services of "AGENT" as Insurance
Servicing Agent of Record with respect to all Insurance of "CLIENT"
within the scope of Professional Liability, Fire, Workers'
Compensation, Casualty and Marine Insurance, and Fidelity and
Surety Bonds, hereinafter referred to collectively as "Insurance,"
subject to the following items and conditions:
I. Term of Agreement
This agreement shall take effect on January 1, 1998 and shall
continue and remain in effect for a period of three (3) years,
unless it is terminated prior to the 31st day of December, 2000, by
either party giving the other sixty (60) days prior written notice
of termination.
II. Agency Representation
It is agreed that, with respect to all services to be performed
under this agreement, "AGENT" shall at all times and in all
circumstances be the Insurance representative of "CLIENT" and shall
use its best efforts to ascertain and understand the risks and the
Insurance needs of "CLZENT" and, in all such matters, to act as
though "CLIENTS" interest were its own.
"AGENT" shall also act in
Insurance Agent to negotiate,
(if any) on all or part of
unless use of another agent
"AGENT" shall be under the
authorized by "CLIENT" any an
and any possible conflict
representation of any Insuran
to be placed.
the capacity of Insurance Broker or
place, service and receive commission
the Irisurance purchased by "CLIENT"
or broker is authorized by "CLIENT."
duty to fully disclose to personnel
d all commissions, received or payable
of interest relating to "AGENT'S"
ce underwriter with which Insurance is
"CLIENT" understands that "AGENT" shall act in the dual capacity of
Risk Management Advisor and Insurance Agent.
It is further agreed that the total compensation of "AGENT" as
provided in Article IV hereof, shall not be affected by such dual
capacity.
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III. Services
"AGENT" agrees to perform during the period of this agreement, in a
competent and protessional manner, the following services for the
anticipated or maximum compensation specified in Article IV of this
agreement:
A. Exposure Survey:
Establish a procedure for evaluating all exposures to insurable
losses which are involved in the operations of "CLIENT" and provide
an exposure list updated annually. Particular attention shall be
paid to those exposures which could result in a catastrophic loss.
Work with "CLIENT'S" staff and advisors to explore alternative
means of dealing with loss exposures, such as the elimination or
reduction of risk, complete or partial reduction of risk through
deductibles or self-insurance schemes, and alternative Insurance
underwriters and rating plans which minimize the present value of
cash outflow.
B. Specifications:
Work with "CLIENT'S" staff and advisors to draft coverage
specifications for insurance as shall be purchased by "CLIENT."
Assist in annually filing the statement of insurable values.
C. Quotes and Recommendations:
Obtain proposals and quotes from qualified underwriters on a net of
commission basis if available, for improving Insurance coverage,
and work with the "CLIENT'S" staff and advisors to study and
impartially evaluate all Insurance proposals received, in terms of
the coverage provided, financial standing and services of the
Underwriter and ultimate net cost to "CLIENT," and provide an
Insurance policy inventory and summary, updated annually.
D. Negotiate, Review Proposals and Claims:
Conduct on behalf of the "CLIENT" all negotiations with all
Insurance representatives and companies relating to issuance and
maintenance of policies, audits, premium reports and all similar
matters customarily handled by Insurance Agents, Brokers, and
Advisors, including the obligation to make diligent efforts to
continue any terminated policies. If "AGENT" is unable to obtain
any insurance coverage, "CLIENT" shall obtain the coverage from
another source. "CLIENT'S" staff and advisors shall be kept fully
informed of all significant changes and shall be notified on any
new Insurance programs prior to affecting any change. Audited and
approved policies, endorsements and invoices shall be delivered to
"CLIENT" with respect to all Insured losses. "AGENT" shall semi-
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annually review liability
by Insurance carrier and
"CLIENT."
E. Loss Control:
and worker's compensation reserves listed
rating bureau, and offer recommendation to
"AGENT" shall serve as Advisor along with insurance company
personnel with respect to Loss Control and Safety Engineering
Programs. Services include inspection of plants and properties;
pre-construction review of plans and specifications for new
buildings and extensive alterations. This is in addition to and
does not include services provided by employees or persons engaged
by the Insurance Company.
On or before the first day of November, "AGENT" shall submit an
annual report of the work performed during the year, the results
achieved, premiums paid and losses incurred on insured risks, a
summary of the current insurance program and any outstanding
unfulfilled recommendations for risk coverage or cost improvement.
F. Communications:
AGENT shall provide no charge phone accessibility, written
confirmation and follow-up of communicating with "CLIENT" and
Underwriters. AGENT shall assist "CLIENT'S" staff and advisors in
the application and use of Risk Management procedures and
information systems.
G. Other Services:
AGENT shall provide all of the services on attached list of
"SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED BY AGENCY" incorporated by reference into
this agreement.
IV.
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Total Compensation
Amount
The total compensation of "AGENT" for services performed under this
agreement for the first year shall be a maximum of $ 4,000.00
for the second year shall be a maximum of $ 4,000. ; and
for the third year shall be a maximum of S,
Insurance invoices to "CLIENT" shall include a breakdown of policy
premium by classification for budget allocation purposes, and a
statement of fees payable. Premiums shall be remitted as invoiced.
B. Definition
"Total Compensation" for the purpose of this aqreement shall be
deemed to be the sum of:
All compensation received by "AGENT" from any Insurance Underwriter
for Insurance required by "CLIENT" including both direct and
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contingent commissions; and all compensation or reimbursement
received by "AGENT" from "CLIENT." With respect to any Insurance
written for a period of more than one year, only a yearly prorated
credit shall be included in the calculation of "AGENT'S"
compensation during each annual period said Insurance is in effect.
If permitted by Insurance companies, only net premium charges shall
be made in every Insurance placement irrespective of the level of
compensation incurred.
C. Excess
If payments received by "AGENT" exceed the total compensation,
"CLIENT" shall request "AGENT" to perform additional Risk
Management services, other than the placement of Insurance, equal
in value to such excess. If, however, "CLIENT" does not request
such additional services, then "AGENT" shall remit such excess to
"CLIENT," and this total compensation provision is hereby
incorporated in any Insurance placed by "AGENT" on behalf of
"CLIENT." �
D. Invoice
For the service specified "AGENT" shall be entitled to total
compensation as specified above and as billed. The invoice
provided by "AGENT" shall contain an itemized statement of services
provided, time expended, and persons providing said service.
V. Performance
"CLIENT" agrees to make available to "AGENT" all necessary
financial and operating data essential to the performance of
services described in Article III. "CLIENT" shall provide access
to its premises and properties and such written authorization as
shall be required by rating bureaus, Insurance companies or similar
organizations. �
"CLIENT" agrees to appoint "AGENT" Agent of Record or Broker of
Record for all Insurance Companies marketing products through the
Agency System.
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VI. Agreement
This aqreement shall be binding upon the successors and assigns of
the parties hereto.
Executed in Minnesota this day of , 1997.
WITNESS:
WITNESS:
by
THE CITY OF FRIDLEY
by
Nancy J. Jorgenson, Mayor
by
William W. Burns, City Manager
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SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED BY AGENCY
will provide the following services for the compensation specified
in Section IV, A. of the Agent's Insurance Service Agreement
1.
2.
3.
Prepare insurance coverage specifications 120 days prior to
the renewal date.
Review policies when issued for compliance with specifications
within thirty (30) days of policy issue.
Negotiate and place all property-casualty insurance lines
required with uniform anniversary dates.
4. Provide information in writing on relevant changes in the
insurance market with recommendations for upgrading the
existing insurance program, if applicable.
5. Assist in developing comprehensive insurance coverages.
6. Provide an insurance policy inventory and a cumulative five-
year premium and loss summary within thirty (30) days of
renewal date.
7. Provide premium allocation distributed by insured departments
or locations within thirty (30) days of renewal.
8. Provide a complete accounting of all compensation earned
(direct and contingent) on this account by December 31 of each
year.
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10.
Provide a loss exposure list with appropriate classiiications,
updated annually within thirty (30) days of renewal date.
Assist in claims control and loss adjustment.
11. Assist in minimizing premiums by reviewing and auditing rate
schedules and formulas, and review claims reserves semi-
annually before unit loss reports are filed.
12.
13.
14.
15.
Review insurer audits and premium calculations within thirty
(30) days of receipt of notice.
Assist in loss prevention engineering and loss control
programs.
Provide a schedule of property values for insurance purposes
120 days prior to the renewal date.
Provide property appraisals when needed.
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16. File updated property values annually with the insurer or the
Insurance Services Office to waive application of coinsurance.
17. Attend insured's prevention and loss control meetings when
necessary.
18. Provide written confirmation and follow-up on all
communications with the insured and insurers.
19. Submit premium invoices as necessary to provide timely and
complete insurance coverage.
20. Adjust coverages and premiums with ten (10) days of report of
changes by the insured. '
21. Provide estimates of future premiums for budget proposals in
March with a review in August.
22. Obtain Motor Vehicle Driving Records within seven (7) days of
request.
23. Review lease agreements and contracts within fifteen (15) days
of being received or notified of.
24. Provide coverage and procedure seminars�for "CLIENT'S" staff
within thirty (30) days of renewal date.
25. By August 1, 1994, complete workers' compensation self
insurance feasibility study.
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CITY OF FRIDLEY
M E M O R A N D U M
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TO: WILLIAM W. BURNS, CITY MANAGER
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FROM: RICF3ARD D. PRIBYL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
WILLIAM A. CHAMPA, CITY CLERK
SUBJECT: MINNESOTA LAWFUL GP,I�LING PREMISE PERMIT RENEWAL
APPLICATION FOR CLI1�
DATE: DECEMBER 4, 1997
Attached is a resolution approving the renewal application for a
Minnesota Lawful Gambling Premise Permit for CLIMB of St. Paul.
Gambling will be conducted at Maple Lanes, 6310 Highway 65.
Minnesota State Statutes requires the adoption of a resolution
approving this type of gambling permit.
For your review, a separate sheet, titled "CLIMB PROGRAMMING", is
also attached. This sheet shows CLIMB's charitable contributions
to our trade area.
Staff has found no reason to deny this renewal application.
6.01
RESOLUTION NO. - 1997
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF A RENEWAL APPLICATION
FOR A MINNESOTA LAWF[JL C�,I�LING PREMISE PERMIT
TO CLIMB (CREATIVE LEARNING IN MIND & BODY)
THEATRE COI�ANY
WHEREAS, the City of Fridley has been served with a copy of an
Application for a Minnesota Lawful Gambling Premise Permit for
CLIMB THEATRE COMPANY; and
WHEREAS, the location of the Premise Permit is for Maple Lanes
6310 Highway 65 NE; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fridley has not found any reason to restrict
the location for the charitable gambling operation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City
of Fridley approves the Minnesota Lawful Gambling Premise Permit to
CLIMB Theatre Company.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ERIDLEY THIS
DAY OF , 1997.
ATTEST:
WILLIAM A. CHAMPA - CITY CLERK
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NANCY J. JORGENSON - MAYOR
CLIMB PROGRAMMING
Date School
February 1998 Fridley High School
November 1997 BelaiNNew Brighton
April 1998 Belair/New Brighton
January 1998 Woodcrest Elementary/
Blaine
P rog ra m Supuort Funds
Gender $ 651.00
Sexual Harassment
Residency
$ 613.00
Sexual Harassment
Residency
Acceptance of $ 2, 2 20 .0 0
Differences Residency
February 1998 Irondale Middle SchooV Transitions
New Brighton Residency
January 1998 Mississippi Elementary/ Residency
Coon Rapids
October 1997 Palmer Lake Elementary/ Gender
Brooklyn Park
November 1997 Madison Elementary/Blaine Ouch! / Owie!
February 1998 Brooklyn Center
January 1998 Soar Attenative/
Brooklyn Park
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Gender
Gender
$ 204.00
$2,220.00
$ 398.00
$ 358.00
$ 440.00
$ 213.00
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7509 W 27 St
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4830 104 Ln
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4386 Chestnut Ln NE
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Z Roofing (20040160)
1814 Quarry Rd
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Facilitech
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SIGN ERECTOR
G& J Awning & Canvas Inc
126010StN
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Building Official
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Dabe 11/19/97
Ree Public He�ing
One of the requirernents of the recent blodc grant which w�e w�re awarded ($21,679),
is that we conduct a public hearing. The public hearing we held for last year's grarrt
�asted about 30 seconds at the beginning of a counai meeting. We have adverfised
this biock grant for the meeting o# December 8,1997.
it is our inte�t to purchase a speed trailer and some additional equipment (digital
cameras, etc.) which was removed from the 1998 capita! outlay budget A second
requirement is to have a atizen's board review and make recommendations on
spending the money. The biodc captain's advisory board wi8 provide that service on
Decerr�er 1.
I am requesting that the Couna! establish the pubtic hearing for Decernber 8,1997.
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MEMORANDUM
PLANNING DIVISION
DATE: December 3, 1997
TO: William W. Bums, City Manager ��
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FROM: Barbara Dacy, Community Development Director
Scott J. Hickok, Planning Coordinator
SUBJECT: Dommer Development Proposal for Ralph Skinner property, 6217
Central Avenue
Philip Dommer of The Philip Stephan Companies, Inc. is proposing a 7 lot, single
family subdivision at 6217 Central Avenue. -Originally, Mr. Domme�'s plat was
scheduled to appear on the City Council's October 13, 1997 agenda. Prior to the
October 13, City Council hearing, Mr. Dommer requested an extension until
November 10, 1997. Mr. Dommer later asked for an extension until December 8,
1997.
A critical flaw in the proposed plat remains. It is staff's understanding in talking
with Rick Brickner (on Wednesday, December 3, 1997) that an agreement has not
been reached with Philip Stephan Companies, Inc., on Outlot B, Heather Hills
West.
StafPs position remains the same on the outlot issue. Outlot B, Heather Hills West
is recorded at Anoka County. Outlot B, Heather Hills West, separates Mr.
Dommer's plat from Heather Place street and utility access. Simply stated, without
Outlot 6, Heather Hills West, Mr. Dommer's plat does not have legal street access
for anything more than the existing single lot.
During the Planning Commission meeting, a number of questions were raised
about reserving a 30 foot easement along the north lot lines of Lots 6 and 7. Staff
recommended 30 feet to preserve the City's options for extension of Ben Moore
Drive to the north of the subject property. The severity of the topography in this
area make the Ben Moore extension very costly and would drastically change the
natural environment.
11.01
William W. Burns
December 3, 1997
PAGE 2
Therefore, staff recommends a 15' wide drainage and utility easement be
dedicated along the north edge of Lots 6 and 7(Developer's Outlot A). This still
provides adequate area for a watermain loop.
The 2 options available to the Council are to approve the proposed plat with
stipulations, or deny the plat due to lack of access. Mr. Dommer's plat request
must be acted on by December 12, 1997, in accordance with the 60-day agency
action law.
If the Council elects to approve the plat, staff recommends the following
stipulations (note the dimension modification made to stipulation number 4):
1. Prior to approval of the final plat, the petitioner shall acquire Outlot B, Heather
Hills West and incorporate it into the plat.
2. Park fees shall be paid at the time of the building permit ($1,500/lot).
3. Outlot A shall be changed to Lot 7.
4. A 15' street and utility easement shall be dedicated along the north property
lines of Lot 6 and Lot 7(Developer's proposed Outlot A).
5. Prior to issuance of a building permit on Lot 7, a detailed grading and drainage
and erosion control plan shall be submitted for the driveway and house.
6. No driveway access to Central Avenue shall be permitted.
7. The developer shall place restrictive covenants on the property regarding
maintenance of shared amenities.
8. A maximum of 3 driveways will be permitted on Heather Place from the
proposed development.
9. A demolition or moving permit shall be obtained prior to demolition or
movement of the existing home.
10. Dedication of the 50' westemmost parcel illustrated on the proposed plat shall
be dedicated for County Roadway purposes.
11. All engineering issues identified shall be rectified to satisfy the City Engineering
Staff prior to final plat submittal.
12. The 50' eastemmost parcel illustrated on the proposed plat shall be dedicated
for County Roadway purposes.
13. All engineering issues identified shall be rectified to satisfy the City Engineering
staff prior to final plat submittaL
14. Lot 1 shall be modified to reflect a 80' lot width (as required by the subdivision
ordinance) and all other lots shall be adjusted as necessary to maintain a
minimum of 75' of lot width.
1i.02
William W. Bums
December 3, 1997
PAGE 3
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council concur with the Planning Commission to
deny PS #97-04, due to lack of required street frontage.
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PS 97-04, 6217 Central Avenue
The petitioner, Phil Dommer,
requests that a prel i mi nary
plat be approved to allow
the creation of six single
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The c�ita pre,sented here is stbjed b char�e.
The Qily of Fridey vN71 not be respor�'ble �or
unforeseen erras or us�e af this doarr�ent.
Scott Hickok
City of Fridley
6431 University Avenue NE
Fridley, MN 55432
RE: Preliminary Plat
Heather Hills North
Dear Scott:
COUNTY OF ANOKA
Public Services Division
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
1440 BUNKER LAKE BLVD. N.W., ANDOVER, MINNESOTA 55304
(612) 754-3520 FAX (612) 754-3532
October 16, 1997
We have reviewed the preliminary plat for Heather Hills North to be located east of CSAH No. 35
(Central Avenue) near Ben More Drive within the City of Fridley, and I offer the following
comments:
Existing right-of-way adjacent to CSAH No. 35 should be adequate for future reconstruction
purposes (50 feet of right-of-way east of CSAH No. 35 right-of-way centerline). Since all
access will be made onto the city street, right-of-access along CSAH 35 is to be dedicated to
Anoka County. The city and the developer shall ensure that this deve(opment will not
include any landscape features that will obstruct intersection site distance along CSAH No.
35
Calculations must be submitted along with a grading and erosion control plan that delineates
the drainage areas. The post-developed rate of discharge shall not exceed the pre-developed
rate of discharge for the 10 Year, 24 Hour Storm utilizing the "Rationale Method" of design
to determine the rate of discharge.
If any work is io oe performed within tne county right-oi-way, a permit is required and must
be obtained prior to the commencement of any construction. Contact Roger Butler, Traffic
Engineering Coordinator for this department, for further information regarding the permit
process.
Thank you for the opportunity to comment. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Since
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Ja� '. Pemble
Traffic Engineer
xc: Roger Butler, Traffic Engineering Coord:nator
xc: Mike Kelly, Chief Right-of-Way A�ent
xc: Skip Anderson, County Surveyor
xc: 1997 City of Fridley File 11.0 'rJ
Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer
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OFFICIAL DOCUIV�I��IT ON FILE
� AT ANOKA COUNTY
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OFFICIAL DOCUMENT ON FILE
AT ANOKA COUNTY
KNGW AI.L 24;l1 BZ THFSE PRESe't.iTSc That Trust�ea of ths Psoplss Church of Columbla F#se htse� �d._k°<r, T��stee ef
their auac�seor� in offias, a liiruaaota Corporation, own�rs and propri�tore, and��r�cicner`�illders'.
Ine. Proflt Sh�rina l�uet, eontraet puroh�eer of the folloring d�serlbed property situated �n the
Count� ot Aaolca, State of Hlnneeoia, to rdt�
Lot Ocu, Slock 2hres (3), MOORE LASE fIILLS, Jncka Count�. Minn�aoti, acaording to
ths plat th�reof on til� ud of r�cord in ths Offiee of ths Registr�r of ?itl�s
ot sald Anoka Connty.
Ha�s cau��d Lhe aus to b� survey�d and piatted as HEATHES HIISS iif�ST ud do 6�reby dooat� and
dsdicat� to th� pnblic nss for��sr th� pLc� and airole and also dsdioat� th� us�nts u shovn
on this pLt for draicnge or utility pnrposss on�y, Also dediaats to the County of Molca t6e
right of aoe�s• fr� Lot� 1. 2 and 3. Blook 1, to Connty Stab Aid itighvspr Dlo, jj,
In vitn�aa wh�tyof said TruatNS of the Peoples Qturoh ot Colwubia Nelghta. 6ave cauaed thea�
presents to bs si�s by its p oper affieers thls �lth day oS 19�L.
ey /�.t�+,�c .� �., k� i�+�ir�, ; !�lr::�:.,,,� �r
Re�ersrd Ibuglaa M. Aendereon, Chairman iL Han�en, Trsaaurer
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CE�stsr A. Dunbar, Secrstary Ksith D. Kirk. Srustee
7he.,.oa E. Br�ckner, Trostte of
In wStnesa +rhersot saldABricknsr Huild�rs'. Ina. Proflt Sharing Trust. hae o�ueed thes� prsesnta
t0 b! Slgllsd t.)IiD �� day Of ' � i' o?A i9�j_�.
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By _ � -'`� � S i+�Y+i� (�- � �r�'i .- . ' .
?homaa E. BMokner. 'l�uotee
STATE OF MZ OTA
COUNTS OF�jp,�[�_
Ths fo:agolag SnsLrsaent vaa acknovledqed be:ore me Lt�1s 1�� day oi �i%/i7�
19�` !_ by R�wrend Douglas X. Hend�rsoa. its Quirmanr by Ch�st�r A. Dunbar its S�or�tary� by �
' Mae�ya fi. Han��n its 'h�usnr�r. b� 1(aith D. ICirk its ?rustes of th� Trust�ss of Lh� P�opl�s Q►ureh
of Co2�mbia Aeighta, and to th�ir anoo�ssore in offics, a Minneaota Corporation. on b�Lalf ot tE�
oorporat�on.
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STATB OF IiINNESOTA '
COUNTS OF r� n t. L�a:
� Th� forsgoing in+tr�ent vas aoknovlsdged bsfors me thia =� j� day ot ��`��a�� ,
19 '�� b7 Thamas E. Btickr�er. 1Yvate� of E�icicaer Buildsra'. Inc. Profit Sharin6 2�ust. on
bshalf of th� trust.
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19gL by RoKld F. Hs��r. !ll+mseota E4giatratlon No. 9051. 7 � A�
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W� do her�b,� certlfy that on the 1�7-~ day of /,'h Y C.
of f�ldley, 2{iru�saata �ppro�ed thle plat. . . 19 ../ , Lhe City Council
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The Philip Stephen Companies
Housing • Real Estate Development • Land se ervices
2605 Forestdale Road
New Brighton, Minnesota 55112
(612) 604-0937
August 29, 1997
Area Neighbors
Heather Place at Old Central
RE: Heather Hills North Estate Homes
Dear Neighbor:
The P:u1;p Stephen ��u�panies, ��:. is proposirg a new sirgie farni?y sub�ivisior. on tiit
northeast comer of Heather Place and Old Central. My hope is to speak with each of you prior
to the pu�lic hearings, however, first, I want to provide you with some information on the
project ror your consideration:
Heather Hills North is a single family subdivision targeted at upscale buyers.
Iieather Hiils'�iorth pr�pos�s s�s. new Iois which comply with the City requirements.
Heather Hills North vv:ll prescribe architecrsral standards to control the quality and site
orientati�n of new hoLnes to he built.
Heather Hilis North requires side-Ioading garages which enhance architectural appearance.
Heather �ills North encourages shared driveways to minimi�e the openings onto Heather Place.
If agreed by the City, this will become a covenant requirement.
Heather Hills North offers the best of upscale single family living and a maintenance free
lifestyle by providing an association to maintain landscaping and grounds.
A:*,ac�ed is a laya�a: �f :h� progert-y as ;=a� have propes�� it. At rhP P�?i�g �o�*niss�o�
hearing on September 17, 1997 at 7:30pm, I will share some additional drawings which
represent the layout and style of homes we are working towards.
I look forward to speaking with each of you, and, welcome your call if you have immediate
concerns or questions. My telephone number is 604-0937.
Enclosure
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Best regards,
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Philip S. Dommer
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�E
PLANNING CO1�iISSION MEETING, SEPTEMBER 17, 1997
PAGE 8
Mr. Kondrick stated they do hear similar omments from others as
well about the conditions along East R' er Road, University and
Highway 65. He agreed that it is t' e for some action.
Mr. Saba stated he was satisfi that they will do something next
year. He would like somethi to be done sooner. It could be a
beautiful area for the Ci but now is looks like a slum.
2. Pi_J$LIC HEARING: `CONSIDERATION OF A PRELIMINAR.Y PLAT, P.S.
#97-04. BY THE PHILIP STEPHEN COMPANIES, INC.:
To resubdivide the property into six buildable lots for
single family homes, on Lots 20 and 21, Auditor's Subdivision
No. 22, generally located at 6217 Central Avenue N.E.
MOTION by Ms. Modig, seconded by Mr. Saba, t� open the public
hearing.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, VICE—CHAIRPIsRSON RONDRICR
DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC HEARING OPffi�i AT 8:22
P.M.
Mr. Hickok stated the request is for a preliminary plat of
residential development for a single family subdivision of seven
lots generally located at 6217 Central Avenue. The property is
located south of Rice Creek Road on Central Avenue. The property
is zoned R-1, Single Fami-ly Dwelling, and is surrounded by.R-1,
Single Family, on all side except to the west where there is C-3
development, the Moore Lake Racquet Club. The Heather Hills
residential development would share the Heather Place roadway that
enters this proposed development.
Mr. Hickok stated, in analyzing this plat, staff determined that
each lot meets the minimum 75 foot lot width requirements and
exceeds the 9,000 square foot minimum lot area. The proposed
development would have seven single family executive homes which
would be paired in such a way to share a driveway. Six of those
homes would face south and the paired arrangement would mean three
driveways onto Heather Place. Each dwelling would be maintained
with a homeowners association. The properties would be commonly
cared for, the driveways plowed in a common arrangement, the
landscape maintained by a common association. The seventh lot is
Outlot A on the proposed plat and would have access from the Ben
Moore cul de sac.
Mr. Hickok stated a neighborhood meeting was held September 10.
At that meeting, the developer asked to hear of the concerns of
the surrounding neighborhood. In the context of the meeting, the
developer agreed that a$300,000 base price for the dwelling units
would be the starting price for the homes. An $8,000 landscape
budget would be required of each of those homes and the minimum
floor area of the homes would be 1800 square feet. The developer
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PLANNING CO�IISSION MEETING, SEPTII��ER 17, 1997 PAGE 9
also talked about the architectural individuality of the units.
There were concerns from the neighborhood about this looking like
six homes with similar characteristics. The developer responded
that they would be interested in individuality. On top of the
other standard lot sales, there would be a plan book to select
from with no two plans being the same. The developer agreed to
shared concrete driveways, matching mailboxes, yard lighting that
is appropriate for the architecture in the area, and also an entry
monument off from Central Avenue.
Mr. Hickok stated other development issues include the status of
Outlot B. Outlot B exists as part of the Heather Hills West plat.
If you were to go to the County and ask for the plat for Heather
Hills West, Outlot B is a 4-foot strip of property that separates
�he street from the north property line. Outlot B was created in
1981 as part of a development discussion for the Heather Hills
West plat. At that time, the property owner who owned the
property to the north discussed a number of options with the City
but at that point indicated they were not interested in future
assessment packages or anything that would put an assessment
responsibility on that property to the north. As a result, Outlot
B was created and the developer to the south paid 100% of the
improvement costs for the roadway and utilities to go along with.
the development.
Mr. Hickok stated there are street connection issues. In
discussions at the time the initial Heather Hills West development
was being discussed, there was also a discussion about future
development from this area up to Rice Creek Road. In the event
that future development were to occur, what would be potential
future road alignments for this area. There is a stipulation
which talks about providing future access via a dedication of a 30
foot strip across the northern edge of Outlot A and Lot 6. There
is a public street right-of-way for 28 feet of the eastern lot
line for Outlot A. This provides adequate access for the
residents in this location. Dedicating a 30-foot.strip along
Outlot A and Lot 6 would provide an option for the future. In the
planning process, we like to look at the development and, as it is
developing, make sure that we are leaving ourselves options. For
future road connection, if the larger lots to the north were to
develop in a different scheme than we currently see, we would have
an option for an alternative for connecting the roadway from Ben
More to Rice Creek Road, should that become the chosen route.
Mr. Kondrick asked if Mr. Hickok was saying that from Ben More
that we are talking about allowing access to the�first and second
lot or just the first. The accesses for the other lots are from
the south.
Mr. Hickok stated access from_Ben More would be just for the one
lot. The other six lots would have access from the south. The
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PLANNING COLrIl�lISSION MEETING, SEPTEP�ER 17, 1997 PAGE 10
dedication is upon request of the City. The development area to
the north is such that future development could occur. If that
did occur, this would provide an opportunity. As we look at the
addition of snow plow routes along alternative access
neighborhood, etc., this would be 1/2 of a right-of-way.
Mr. Hickok stated there are miscellaneous engineering issues
talking about where utilities can be connected to the development
and where utility stubs are in relation to the lot lines. Those
are pointed out in the staff report and will become part of the
recommendation before final plat approval.
Mr. Hickok stated staff recommends approval of the plat request
with the following stipulations:
1. Prior to approval of the final plat, the petitioner shall
either acquire Outlot B and incorporate it into the plat, or
provide legal documentation to certify that Outlot B does not
exist. '
2. Park fees shall be paid at the time of the building permit
($1,500.00 per lot). � �
3. A$1,000 per lot storm water fee shall be paid at the time of
the building permit.
4. Outlot A shall be changed to Lot #7.
5. A 30-foot road easement shall be dedicated along the north
lot lines of Lots #7 and Lot #6.
6. Prior to issuance of a building permit on Lot #7, a detailed
grading and drainage plan and an erosion control plan for the
driveway and house plan shall be submitted. .
7. No driveway access to Central Avenue is permitted.
8. The developer shall place restrictive covenants on the
property regarding maintenance of shared amenities.
9. A maximum of 3 driveways will be permitted onto Heather
Place, as proposed by the developer.
10. A demolition or moving permit shall be obtained prior to
demolition or movement of the existing home.
11. Dedication of the 50 foot easternmost lot illus�rated on the
proposed plat for County Roadway purposes.
12. All engineering issues identified shall be rectified to
satisfy the City Engineering staff prior to final plat
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PLANNING CO�SSION MEETING, SEPTII�ER 17, 1997 PAGE 11
submittal including, but not limited to:
• Services to Lot 3 are on or across Lot 4 property line
• No services have been shown to Lot 6
• No services have been shown to Outlot A �
• Proposed grading plan showing drainage west to CSAH No.
35 (Central Avenue) from rear yards
• Proposed grading cannot affect properties to the north.
Ms. Modig asked how the 50-foot easement affect the first lot.
Mr. Hickok stated the developer has designed the plat to
accommodate the required right-of-way. The developer has allowed
an additional 3.86 feet on the�corner lot. The lot size for Lots
1-6 are approximately 11,245 square feet and Outlot A or Lot 7 is
approxima�ely 17,988 square feet. One revelation staff had as
they analyzed the 30-foot dedication on the north edge of Lot 6 is
that it does leave Lot 6 with 8,995 square feet or 5 square feet
short of the minimum lot size. If that were to be the case, staff
ask that the lot �ine be adjusted so that Lot 6 would be of the
�inimum Iot size of 9,000 square feet. Staff asked that this be
considered as the final stipulation.
Mr. Sielaff asked if Ben More drive would terminate at Lot 7.
Mr. Hickok stated Ben more is a cul de sac. On the plat there
shows a 2�8-foot public right-of-way that then becomes a�private
driveway. In the event of future development occurs to the north
and the.City builds a roadway, then a determination would have to
be made on just how the road alignment would work.
Mr. Sielaff stated, in the future, that
on to the�north of Lot 7,�and we do not
be. It depends on future development.
Mr. Hickok stated this was correct.
road could extend further
know how far out that will
Ms. Modig stated, in looking at the map on Heather Place, what is
the triangular piece.
Mr. Hickok stated that is a different Outlot A. The petitioner
would need to obtain rights to Outlot B. It is our understanding
that the developer does not intend to address anything with this
Outlot A.
Mr. Dommer stated his desire is to plat a property with a lot of
history. The situation has been a difficult situation for many
people, particularly for those who are closely involved. His hope
is to get beyond that and create a dynamic development that will
enhance the City and address some of the housing needs. In his
presentation he will describe the development, address the Outlot
B issue, and finally ask for support and help in moving this
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PLANNING CO1�Il�IISSION MEETING, SEPTEI�ER 17, 1997 PAGE 12
forward.
Mr. Dommer stated in his work he focuses on developing projects
that are meeting the needs of a changing market. In the Parade of
Homes or if you have seen the Parade of Homes magazine, there is a
section that talks about attached maintenance-free and detached
maintenance-free living. They are moving in that direction.
Although this is a traditional single family neighborhood, we are
addressing the need to have a traditional single family lifestyle
in a maintenance-free setting. Their projects have three main
characteristics. First, they target main level living with the
owner's suite on the main level, laundry area on the main level,
etc. There is expansion space in the upstair� or downstairs.
This project would have an 1800 square foot main level minimum.
Second, they are focusing on maintenance free homes bo�h on the
exterior of the home as far as the materials that are used and
also on the property itself. The association includes
landscaping, snow plowing, etc., which gives people the freedom
they are looking for. They are targeting the active adult.
Third, the architecture itself is required to be classic
architecture. The intent is to develop homes and require homes
that have features of a throw back era. One point for
clarification - they do not have a plan book such that you can
choose a particular plan. They have a guidebook that says we are
looking for a particular feature and a particular material. They
are not going to feature garages or driveways. They want to
feature good architecture with good proportions•. These principles
define the kind of project they are trying to do in this location.
Mr. Dommer showed proposed elevations for the site. Their intent
is that the eye would be drawn to the home itself and not to the
driveways or the garages. Their landscaping plans would require
that the homes are veiled with landscaping but not screened. They
want to feature the architecture as well as good landscaping. You
will notice that the garage is not visible. They do a concept
called layering. In front of the home, they put a retaining wall
which raises the home and allows the residents to look across the
street at other pleasant homes and allows those on the street to
look up at the home and not see the driveway. The overall site
plan is presented to give the idea of the variety of homes that
could be put there. You can get a variety.of different styles in
architecture. These are going to be custom homes. People have
the freedom within this footprint to have a unique home to fit
their taste. There is generous space between the homes. Even
with a relatively large footprint, 1800 square foot minimum, they
can still achieve generous spacing. The characteristics being
discussed do not apply to the outlot but to the six lots. The
three driveways and generous landscaping will minimize the
negative things of residential development.
Mr. Dommer showed an example of the shared driveway. It allows
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PLANNING CO1�iISSION MEETING, SEPTII�ER 17, 1997 PAGE 13
and encourages some kind of a pattern in the complex. Their
intent is to create a development that offers the best of single
family living and a maintenance-free lifestyle. He thought this
was a great location to offer it.
Mr. Dommer stated he wanted to get into the other development
standards to make sure there is no misunderstanding between
himself, the City and the neighbors. They held a neighborhood
meeting, and he thought they made good progress. Anytime you have
development, there is concern particularly in an existing
neighborhood. Regarding the concrete drive, they are committing
to the concrete drive but they would also like to leave the option
open for pavers and aggregate. He thbught the bottom line was
there be no asphalt. They talked about textured architectural
shingles which is really asphalt shingles. They would like to
leave the option open to put on slate and shakes. Last, it states
we are going to brick�, stucco, stone and bleached shakes. These
are maintenance free products for the front of the home. The
sides and the rear of the home may have other maintenance-free
products including vinyl siding. That is up to the owner. Their
intent is from the streetscape to offer a real dynamic appearance.
Mr. Kondrick asked if the developer would specify that the home be
maintenance free.
Mr. Dommer stated yes. There are detail elements that some will
be cedar, some will be shakes, but the intent is to be as
maintenance free as possible. Regarding the $300,000 minimum
value, that is not the base price of the house that you can add
options from there. They are talking about making homes that are
comparable in value to the Heather Hills West neighborhood. He is
not convinced that the number is $300,000 but the neighbors tell
him it is. They will go in that direction. He is talking about
total value which is a different term than base price. He thought
this was a dynamic development if you look at it from that
perspective.
Mr. Dommer stated it was a surprise to him that they would be
asked to dedicate a 30-foot easement on Lot 7. They can do that
if that is a buildable lot. At the time they submitted the plat,
that was in question. Dedica.ting 30-feet to the north is not the
proposal that they are presenting and not the proposal they are
seeking a recommendation on. 30 feet particularly on Lot 6 is
very detrimental to the project. By taking 30 feet of Lot 6, you
eat up 30 feet of the lot and then you have a front setback on
that side and a front street setback on the other side, and then
the lot does not meet minimum size. They are absolutely against
dedicating that right-of-way particularly on Lot 6. They
understand there are hopes to develop the rest of the area, and
that is why they plotted Outlot A. Mr. Hickok mentioned some
reasons for doing an outlot. One of the big reasons in
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PLANNING COl�lISSION MEETING, SEPTII�ER 17, 1997 PAGE 14
development is to hold it for future development. Their intent is
to give some flexibility. They understand the need for future
planning. Dedicating a 30-foot right-of-way does not serve the
development and is not necessary for this project. When a
development plan comes in, that would be the time to dedicate it.
That is not their proposal. If you have to recommend approval
with that in it, then you will not get this proposal. �He thought
that was piecemeal planning. This was a surprise to him and he
did not get a chance to work out details. They object. It does
not serve the development and there is no benefit to it. At the
time a new development does come in, they would be happy to work
and cooperate with that. This same issue has been talked about
since 1980.
Mr. Dommer stated, regarding Outlot B, the burden of proof is
apparently on his shoulders to show that it does not exist. The
Planning Commission has a copy of the staff report. Mr. Dommer
handed out copies of the graphics previously shown. In the staff
report, he would like to make sure there are corrections entered
into the record. He has been is Mr. Hickok's position. There is
a lot of stuff flying around, and this in particular is very
difficult. He is personally interested in the property so he has
spent a lot of time researching the records. That is time the
staff probably does not have. The corrections he is making are
probably because no one else probably knows the record as well as
he does at this point. There are some things in the staff report
that need to be corrected in order to get an accurate picture.
Mr. Dommer stated the first regards the site history as outlined
on page 4 of the staff report. It talks about, in 1980, Brickner
Builders proposed the Heather Hills development. What needs to be
moved in the site history, however, is the fact that the 5kinners
did not address the issue of the road access, and the Heather�
Hills road placement was not debated until July and August, 1981.
So that whole paragraph needs to be pop down. That is important
because the chronology needs to be right.
Mr. Dommer stated, second, the City Council did set a public
hearing to consider Heather Hills West. They approved it on
April 20 but they approved it as a 50-foot right-of-way. That
information is not in the staff report. The copy of the approved
plat is in the packet.
Mr. Dommer stated, third, later it says the developer would have
to pay an additional $56,100 without the participation of the
Skinners. The actual proposal was for the amount to be $18,835.
That is from the City Council records. This is the critical
point. The staff report identifies that the Skinners were not
interested in any options for special assessments. However,
minutes will show that to be different. There was a public
hearing on an assessment project on August 10, 1981, which is
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PLANNING CO1�tISSION MEETING, SEPTE2�ER 17, 1997 PAGE 15
several months after the plat approval. Reading directly from
those minutes, he stated, "Councilman Schneider asked Mr. Skinner
if he would be in favor of a deferred assessment. Mr. Skinner
said that he felt that a deferred assessment would be more
intriguing to him. He stated he had an interest in developing
this property but one thing is the time problem of not knowing
exactly what is going to develop, in which direction, and how it
will affect his property in the future." Mr. Skinner stated he
would certainly feel more comfortable with a deferred assessment
and the time frame was such that he would be pursuing some plans
for development and then what would the options be.
:�r. Dommer stated there is a clear record on August 10 that Mr.
3kinner was interested in a deferred assessment. Now seven days
la�er on August 17, 1981, an administrative meeting was held by
the City Council. The Skinners were not invited to that meeting
and no public was there except the developer and the City. At
that time, the staff report shows that is when Outlot B was
created. For this to have occurred at that time, there would have
to have�been three official City actions. First, the right-of-way
approved previously would have to then be vacated. Second, a
variance would have to be approved. Third, a new lot was created
and would have to have been created through a replatting process.
He has asked in a letter that the City to provide him with minutes
or any action that would indicate that these thing happened.
Their response was that there are no minutes to show these
actions. There are no resolutions that show these actions.
Furthermore, the addition of Outlot B was not included on the
agenda or in a resolution. The only resolution approved on August
17 was one approving a public works project.
Mr. Dommer stated, as a Planning Commission, you know that there
is a process that a property has to go through to be created.
That process does not exist here. First, we have no action taken
to substantiate the addition of Outlot B. We have a problem
because Outlot B shows up on the County records and is drawn on
the plat. His question is who drew Outlot B on the plat. He
would like to ask that publicly tonight. The previous builder is
here. The City is here. Of those two, who drew Outlot B on the
plat?
Mr. Dommer stated we have a situation where there was no action
taken, no one taking responsibility for that action. That outlot
was never officially created. He is sorry for Mrs. Skinner. She
has objected to this situation from the day they found out about
it. It has caused a great deal of grief. Mr. Skinner died in the
process. He is sorry for the Brickners. They have paid taxes on
this for many years. He has come tonight with facts that you can
rely on and there is nobody who can refute those facts. We can
get through this. He is willing to cooperate with it and he wants
to do it. They can get the County record and get it corrected.
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PLANNING COI�iISSION MEETING, SEPTII��ER 17, 1997 PAGE 16
The County records do have errors. He has been around the
business enough to know there are errors in the County records.
He has no problem with that and wants to participate in it. Here
is what he has a problem with. This is a big ugly public mess.
It has created a lot of problems for the Brickners, for the
homeowners, and for the Skinners.
Mr. Dommer stated the public guardian is the City. The public
guardian should step in and help fix this problem. Instead, the
City's position has been private citizen, Mr. Dommer, and private
landowner, Mrs. Skinner, should fix it. He can fix the problem
but he did not think it was necessary if they could together. He
does not want to litigate this thing but he will if ;ie has to
because the facts are on his side. If you look at tiie letter
regarding the City's response to his question for ev�dence that
Outlot B was created, the City's letter states that they must
presume Outlot B exists because the County records show it and the
plat shows it. Lawsuits are one of facts not presumptions. If we
have to litigate this, they have to do it. Every dollar spent
litigating is a dollar less spent on a prime development. Every
dollar spent litigating is another dollar taken from the
taxpayers. He does not want to go that route. The facts are
clear, but they will do what it takes to get the records
corrected.
Mr. Dommer stated he said at the end of his presentation he would
be asking for the.Planning Commission's help and that is what he
wants to do. They have a prime development that he thought would
be an asset to the community. These are homes that meet a market
demand not currently met in the City. It is a good area and he
thought they would provide a good tax base. He asked that the
Planning Commission recommend approval of the plat as presented
and recommend the City Council to work with them to correct the
error in the County records.
Ms. Modig stated page 6 of the staff report indicated that the
neighborhood talked about concrete driveways and that Mr. Dommer
agreed. Tonight, the petitioner is indicating that perhaps that
the driveways may not all be concrete and that there may be other
materials. .
Mr. Dommer stated he was saying that concrete would be their
minimum or something better. There may be an aggregate or pavers
which is an upgrade material. They will not put in asphalt, and
he thought that was what they were objecting to.
Ms. Modig stated she was not at the meeting but
of what the neighbors are asking for is that the
same materials that are in the existing divisio
that is concrete.
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Mr. Dommer stated they would be happy to agree to concrete. It is
less expensive than other materials.
Ms. Modig stated stipulation 5 deals with the 30-foot roadway
easement and that the petitioner would not agree to do that.
Mr. Dommer stated this was correct. It does not benefit their
property and is not required to plat their property. There is an
outlot to the north. He would be willing to leave Lot 7 or Outlot
A so that you have some control if someone would want to get back
there. They can build on it and still address that issue. There
is a lot of land there. His feeling is that there are a lot of
private owners who do not want it developed. At this point, it
wculd not be wise planning to carve out a narrow strip which would
ne3a�ively impact this project and a strip that is not usable
today. When a development plan comes in is the time to set the
road patterns.
Ms. Modig stated, if they do not do that planning now and a
development come in later, a home is already built on the
property, and there is no room there, then that creates a major
problem for the rest of the area to develop.
Mr. Dommer stated he would agree, but that is the typical process.
You can develop property when you have control of it. If that
were the case, then he would ask that the City plat the rest of
the right-of-way through the project at this time. �
Ms. Modig stated she was not comfortable with the Planning
Commission having to react rather than act. She would rather act
upon something instead of having to react to a negative thing to
try to deal�with it five, ten or twenty years down the road. Even
though she no longer would have to worry about it, someone is
going to have to deal with that. She is not comfortable dealing
with it in that way. She finds they are more and more into that
mode because they neglected or did not deem it necessary to do
something 25 years ago because they did not see far enough into
the future to know that they were going to need to do that. Now
they are trying to solve some of those problems at this age, and
she did not see that they need to continue to do that.
Mr. Dommer stated, if that is a requirement of the platting, he
objects. The right-of-way is not required there to serve the
project. There is rational nexus between that right-of-way and
the project.
Mr. Sielaff asked if the petitioner objected to the right-of-way
was on both Lots 6 and 7.
Mr. Dommer stated he objects particularly to Lot 6. He would plat
it on Lot 7, and he made Lot 7 bigger for future planning. There
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is plenty of room on Lot 7 to make a road work. He says that with
the understanding that if the right-of-way is platted that Lot 7
is still considered a buiTdable lot.
Mr. Hickok stated the developer has throughout the course of the
meeting asked staff to say whether Outlot A is a buildable lot.
It is the developer's determination that should say whether that
is a buildable lot. Staff's position is that they want to see
that as Lot 7. The lot size would not be diminished by dedication
of the right-of-way. He has been asked several times to answer
whether or not this is a buildable lot, and he thought there was
something else there of interest. The developer indicated to Mr.
Hickok early on that this is the site for his own homc�. It is
staff's position that it meets all of the minimum stai�dards.
Earlier this evening the developer questioned whether this was a
buildable lot. The street right-of-way frontage requires 25 feet
on a public right-of-way. This lot has 28 feet and meets the
requirement by 3 feet. To answer the answer the question about
minimum lot area, the lot area would not be diminished to create
something smaller than a 9,000 square foot by dedication on Lot 7:
On Lot 6, there is a 5 square foot deficit by dedicating tha� 30
foot strip. This is an opportunity for the developer to move the
lot line over and create the additional square foot dimension
necessary to allow that to happen. Also on Lot 6, the developer
talks about the double frontage. As you will note, the roadway in
front of Lot 6'curves at about the west lot line. We are talking
about a future potential roadway behind it and a driveway to Lot 6
that comes in off from Ben More.
Mr. Sielaff asked why they were saying the right-of-way is on Lot
6 and not on Lot 5.
Mr. Hickok stated staff will loolc at this from a reasonableness
perspective as to whether or not we are reasonable in our
expectations. The topography in this area has great variation.
To go from Ben More to the north would require a gradual curve.
Staff believes that with the topography considerations additional
land may be necessary on Lot 6 but it would not carry to Lot 5.
Because of the change in grade, staff is therefore asking for that
dedication.
Mr. Dommer stated, because it is a surprise to him that they have
a 30-foot right-of-way on Outlot A, does that constitute proper
frontage in order to pull a permit to build a home.
Mr. Hickok stated the lot has 28 feet of frontage on the Ben More
right-of-way. The situation would only get better by dedication
of a 30-foot right-of-way because there would be frontage along
the north side of the lot.
Mr. Dommer stated this is true. But the code says an "improved"
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right-of-way. The City would be drawing an unimproved right-of-
way across there. He wants to make sure he is not creating an
unbuildable lot. As Mr. Hickok said, we really don't know what
the road is going to do. Personally he believes the road needs to
cut off quite a bit sooner. He did not know how much land is
needed. He would need to look at an engineering plan that shows
the need for Lot 6. There is a hill from Ben More. The best
course is to go with the hill as soon as possible which would be
cutting about 75� and would not require Lot 6.
Mr. Sielaff asked if, historically, the County is considered the
official record.
Mr. Hickok stated yes. If anyone has tried to file a false
document at �he Coun�y, it puts a different light on what has been
put before you this evening. The official document is before the
Planning Commission this evening that is recorded at the County.
Certainly there are some representations that lots of things
happened in the past. It is very clear that the City Council has
the authority to file a plat within 18 months of the time that
plat is approved. This was filed within 18 months, and they
elected based on the August 17 discussion to include an outlot
because the developer was willing to pay 100% of the assessments
and it was represented. The minutes state the City Manager let
the City Council know that the property owner to the north was not
interested in participating; therefore the developer has taken on
100s of the assessments and therefore an outlot was created. When
assessments are being appointed to properties adjacent to an
improvement, the assessment is based on the benefit to that
property. At this juncture, it was determined that the property
owners were not interested in the proposal at hand, the developer
was interested in 100% involvement in the project, and therefore a
lot was created arid it was filed within the proper amount of time.
Until a record is in the County's hands on a filed plat, there is
no dedication of a 50-foot right-of-way. It is at the time that
the 50-foot right-of-way in on record at the County that a
vacation would have to occur and also a variance to allow that lot
width of the street. The City Council has within its power the
ability to create something less than a 50-foot right-of-way if
they choose to do so, and they chose to do so in this case.
Mr. Dommer stated he is not refuting that. He is saying that
there is a process they have to go through, they did not follow
the process. The only public records available indicate that Mr.
Skinner was interested in a deferred assessment. You cannot
create outlots in public works project areas. He has asked for
the documentation that the City Council created through the
process. Furthermore, this.is just plain bad planning. It would
not occur if it went through the proper process. The drawing at
the County shows Outlot B, but the approved plat in the file does
not.
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Ms. Modig asked if the petitioner was saying the approved plat
does not show Outlot B.
Mr. Dommer stated this was correct. He does not know what
happened. There is a difference between what the plat shows and
what the City Council approved. Mr. Hickok and he have agreed
that they are not going to agree on this. The facts before you
are that this did not get created in a hearing setting or process
that is legally viable.
Ms. Modig stated she understands the petitioner would object to
stipulation #5 regarding the 30-foot road easement. Th� issue
regarding Outlot B cannot be solved this evening. Is t�iere
anything other than that stipulation to which you objecL?
Mr. Dommer stated stipulation #8 should be clear that Lot 7 is not
a part of the neighborhood with shared amenities and maintenance.
Only the six lots will have that. These are two neighborhoods.
He also asked for a clarification of stipulation #1 that says he
must acquire Outlot B or provide legal documentation that it does
not exist. He asked someone to define what that documentation is
so they know what they have to bring.
Mr. Hickok stated throughout the course the course of this the
developer has asked the City to do the research to prove his point
be correct. Staff's position is that on this is that Outlot B
exists and we will ask the Commission to ask based on the
development. If, as presented to you, you believe there is
litigation standing, then he believes it is based on past history.
The proposal before the Commission is one that without request for
an answer to Outlot B cannot go forward. Mr. Dommer does not have
access to a roadway based on the records on file at the County.
Therefore, we have a planning issue. If there is something else,
that is his proof and we would like him to bring that forward. At
a point this can be proven, we certainly will amend our position.
At this time, Outlot B exists and staff will contend that Outlot B
does exist as this moves forward. If the direction of the
Commission is to send staff back to do the developers research,
then he would like to point out that it is his burden of proof to
show tYiat the outlot does not- exist .
Mr. Dommer stated he is asking what legal documentation staff is
seeking to convince them. Facts were presented tonight which are
convincing. What else is there? He would like specifics. The
drawing is one thing, but there are other parts of it that he can
bring forward. He is asking for guidance from staff. They are
asking for legal documentation. He wants staff to be specific
about what that legal documentation is.
Mr. Sielaff stated in stipulation #1 the petitioner is asking for
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specific information as to what legal documentation is required
besides what was presented tonight.
Mr. Kondrick stated this is certainly a difficult issue. He
opened the meeting to the general public.
Mr. Johnson stated he was an attorney at the Barna, Guzy & Steffen
law firm and that he represented the Brickners. At the time of
the transaction, he represented the church that had the underlying
fee ownership of this property. While he was not particularly
involved with the platting process, he can say that it is the
Brickners' position that Outlot B does exist. If you understand
the plattir.g process, the city is presented with a plat, a drawing
per se, in which the city will look at, act and approve. That
drawing is reduced to a recordable instrument, signed off by the
city mayor and city clerk, sent to the County Attorneys office,
surveyor's office, and ultimately is recorded in the•County
Recorders and Registrar and Titles Office.
Mr. Johnson stated in the plat, if you read the dedication, the
dedication statement says that the developer or the party platting
is dedicating to the public the right-of-ways that are reflected
on the plat and subdividing the properties and parcels that are
reflected by that drawing. That is the instrument that creates
the subdivisions with the County. It is what then goes forwa�rd
from that time for the records. The parcels are�identified
separately, tracts and change of title are identified separately
from that time forward, property identification numbers (PIN) for
taxes purposes are assigned to the individual parcels. All of
those steps were followed. This took place some 16�years ago.
Minnesota has statutes of limitations. If there was a problem
with the process, the statute of limitations has long expired.
Outlot B exists. There is no question that Outlot B exists. If
the developer is asking you what you need in the way of some type
of legal documentation saying it does not exist, it needs to be in
a district court order that reverses the process. Good luck to
the developer in getting that.
Mr. Bateson stated seven years ago they purchased a lot in Heather
Place. They wanted to build a substantial home. They looked at
many places in the T�vin Cities to build. When they found this,
that is where they wanted to build and they wanted to be in that
kind of setting. He is present to voice his concerns that this
development changes the character of Heather Place. His lot faces
this property. His lot is 230 feet wide. The part that he has
developed and mows is about 175 feet wide. His home not counting
the decks is 78 feet wide, and Mr. Dommer wants to put in 75 foot
lots across the street from this.. His home would not even fit on
these lots. He thinks this development is to minimal and changes
the character of Heather Place. If those lots is going to have
access onto Heather Place, then he thought it should be in keeping
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with the kind of homes that are in Heather Place.
Mr. Bateson showed pictures of his property. All the homes have a
significant street presence. They talked about the driveways
should be concrete to be consistent with what is the development.
He thought the street presence should be consistent with the
development too. These are all homes that are not built right
upon each other. If you looked at Mr. Dommer's renditions, you
would see that the garages are 5 feet from the lot line which
means the back of the garages are 10 feet apart. His decks are 12
feet wide. And this development would be across the street. He
thought that it would detract from the character of the Heather
Place development which has been there for many years. Also, he
believes he would suffer value loss in his property if this
development is allowed to go ahead as proposed.
Mr. Bateson stated they had met with Dr. Dommer and talked about
the requirements that the residents all faced when they built in .
Heather Place. That is summarized in the list in the staff
report. He is concerned that there is no legal substance. Mr.
Dommer has agreed to these but he would like to have some way that
this is incorporated into the development that these things will
take place if the development goes ahead. Those requirements were
given to us to be in Heather Place. He hears that they are not
the requirements for the development, legally. That is why Outlot
B is so important. When they asked their developer about the
property across the street because they had concerns about what
might happen there, Outlot B was explained to them and the fact
that when Outlot B became involved in any future development that
the requirements would be enforced. That is why they had no
reservations about building in Heather Place even though it was
not completely defined what would happen on the property.now being
discussed. He thought this development was not in keeping with
the kinds of homes now in Heather Place now. He asked the
Planning Commission not to approve the development that has been
presented.
Ms. Martin stated she has concerns about the development. One
concern is the shared driveway approach. They were presented this
option as the lesser of two evils. Do you want six driveways
coming onto Heather Place or three? It is like asking whether you
would rather have a broken leg or a heart attack. In the cul de
sac where she lives, there are five homes each with three-car
garages and extra wide driveways. Whenever they have a family
event or gathering, they end up having to park on the street. The
shared driveways really brings up the concern for parking. Now
you have six homes with a shared driveway and parking pads going
to individual residences. If any one of those people on each of
those three driveways have a gathering, there will be people
parking in the street. That creates traffic problems. There are
bends and blind spots. But now there would also be cars parked on
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the street.
Ms. Martin stated her second concern is that the developer has
agreed to the yard lights, a minimum landscaping requirement,
exterior materials, etc. He has also agreed to a$300,000 price
range. He as much said at the neighborhood meeting that he can
ask $70,000 for the lot and $230,000 for the home so this has
reached the $300,000. He has not even selected a builder yet.
There may not be a builder who will put homes on a lot with a
shared driveway. It may happen. What will prevent him from
putting in a $150,000 house?
Ms. Martin asked where the egress would be for Outlot A.
Mr. Kondrick s�ated the egress would be only on Ben More cul de
sac.
Mr. Pietrini stated he has given a lot of thought to this
development. He understands the concerns about the property and
they understand as homeowners that the property will someday be
developed. They think at this time that the development as
proposed is not in keeping with the spirit and general overall
look of the neighborhood. The neighborhood is a tremendous asset
to that property. He thought that property could be an tremendous
asset to the neighborhood. He suggested four lots rather than six
with bigger yards�and homes more in keeping with the style of the.
homes that are there. It would enhance everybody�s position.
Mr. Pietrini stated there were questions that keep popping into
his head. He does not have an answer but he�has suspicions. You
have seen pictures of the homes in Heather Hills. If you look at
Mr.• Bates home, it is very well kept as are all the�homes. If you
were going to build a development, why would you have the back of
the house and the garages facing out at the area. Wouldn't you
like to look at the homes in Heather Hills? What is the reason
that we will have garages looking at us? Why aren�t the garages
on the back side of the undeveloped lot? There is more to this
scenario than meets the eye. He sees this as not real good for
their situation.
Mr. Pietrini stated Mr. Dommer has stated he is the developer and
not a builder. In the neighborhood meeting, he said when they
build they do this and they do that, but he stated he was strictly
a developer. He could develop the land, put the lots up for sale,
and a builder could buy the lots provided they met certain
criteria and could build there. In effect, he could develop these
lots, parcel it out, have someone build on them, and leave. That
bothers him also. He would hope that the Planning Commission
would look at the neighborhood, look at the huge investment that
they have made in their neighborhood, look at all the things they
have done to keep their homes looking right, and ask that the
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Planning Commission take a hard look at this development and see
if there is another way that this could be developed. He thought
that the land was worth enough money, why fight about Outlot A and
Outlot B? He believed that 4-foot strip when it was put in there
by the City was for a very specific and just cause to protect this
extremely expensive area to develop as insurance for homeowners
who bought that land so that nothing would happen to their cul de
sacs with through streets and other types of development. He
believes in that spirit at the time that strip was put there and
he believes it is legal and he believes that it is part of the
area.
Mr. Kondrick stated Mr. Pietrini has
there. What if there were four homes
that be satisfactory to him?
Mr. Pietrini stated no.
suggested having four lots
there worth $175,000, would
Mr. Kondrick stated he is familiar with the area. We are talking
about a residential area. He is wondering how they can limit the
amount of dollar value of a home that is put in there.
Mr. Pietrini stated he believed that the control comes from the
developer. He believes there are developers in this area under
the right circumstances would develop that property and put homes
in there of substantial value. There has been a recent �
development in the City of Fridley on Royal Oaks Court. Those are
very substantial, beautiful homes. No one in the neighborhood
would mind getting homes like that in there. But not with shared
driveways. That is not in keeping with their neighborhood. The
lots in Royal Oaks Court sold quickly.. He believed there was an
opportunity for the developer to do that. He knows it��is
difficult for the Planning Commission to say the value must be
$200,000 or whatever. There is already some backpedaling on Mr.
Dommer's part on what he perceives to be a$300,000 value on a
home versus what they perceive. He believes there are people who
would love to live in that neighborhood.
Ms. Pietrini stated she agreed with what the neighbors and husband
have said. She supports their statements. She would like to add
that they love living in Fridley. They love their community.
They love their neighbors. They have fun together and do things
together. The City means much to them. A developer comes in,
develops a piece of property, sticks whatever he can put in.there
and leaves. They are still living there and working together.
That is one concern that they all have.
Ms. Westover stated she and her husband have owned their home on
Ben More Drive for 17 years. Her concern is that, when they were
notified of this meeting, it was about taking a piece of property
on Heather Place and making it six lots. There was no mention
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that it would affect Ben More Drive. She did not think the people
in her neighborhood were aware of it. They were not invited to
the neighborhood meeting nor were the people to the north of that
property. There are eight homes on Ben More Drive and she did not
think that the people on that street would like to have it go
through either. She thought the other people need to be heard
before this is approved. They were against Ben More Drive when
their development was going through because we felt that would
bring their values down. She thought there were other people who
would object. They are at the top of a substantial hill. This
property is lower and would not be a part of their neighborhood.
Now the City is talking about putting a street in there and making
it a through street. She thought others on that street would want
an opportunity for input before anything is decided upon.
Mr. Dommer stated he invited to the neighbor immediately to the
north to the meeting and discussed with him the proposal. He said
he was fine with that and did not see a reason to attend.
Mr. Saarela stated he is a unique resident because he is the only
person who built his own house. He previously lived on Stinson
Boulevard and noticed signs of lots available. He originally went
to Mr. Skinner's house to see if he could buy a lot and then
learned of the landlock situation. Being a modest man, he never �
dreamed that he was going to be able to build there. He met with
Mr. Brickner who agreed to sell him a lot and let him build his
own house over a three year period. He stipulated the covenants
that needed to be met. It was a gift to me.� He finds himself in
a development with individuals who have greater means.than he does
as a resident and father of three. Fridley is a gift, a secret
that the City really does not let out. It is a community of
outstanding people. In some situations, it is wonderful to have a
development where there is a place and where fine homes are there.
His concern is to have this area developed and to bring in a
development of minimal requirements is a contradiction in terms of
what a development is. He would appeal to the property owners to
come to terms and to break the lots into four instead of six, and
ask Mr. Dommer to take his development somewhere else. He would
also ask the Planning Commission to table this.
Mr. Bue stated they are the people who have lived there the
longest. They are the people that live down in the valley. Some
residents have lived there 40 years. Some people here have been
there seven years of their life. They have been there all of
their life. They have concern with this. These people have these
wonderful houses. Mrs. Skinner wants to move on in life and they
are requesting her to sell to people that have to have expensive
houses or it isn't good enough to show their house and they want
to put the back side of the house towards his neighborhood who
have been in Fridley all their lives. How is his neighbor
supposed to move on to something else? It will be harder for them
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to sell because they have to sell to someone who has much more
money. It is going to be hard for his neighbor to sell and hard
for him to sell because these people want big houses like theirs.
As the people who live closest to Mrs. Skinner, we weren't even
asked to these meetings. It seems silly that the development of
Fridley is not part of their system. Are they just going to be
thrown away and say to get rid of this stuff? It's not big enough
or beautiful enough. He thought they were part of the backbone of
the City.
Mr. Raney stated he was Mr. Bateson's neighbor. He appreciated
Mr. Bateson's comments but the pure economics of it is that if the
development is the way it is proposed with more of the upper class
building bracket, it would enhance the resale value of his house.
Fridley is a good community and there are many good things
available to them. Former Mayor Nee had mentioned to Ms. Rose
Totino when she was still alive that this is the pride of the
Fridley area. All of the neighbors would benefit by the
development if it is developed properly. The resale values would
go up. The City would make more money on property taxes. It
would benefit everyone. He agrees with his neighbors with
limiting the number of lots. Why would minimum standards be set
in those lots when where they are has larger lots? Even though
the way it is situated now and you did an architectural
configuration, no matter what you do you could never when the lots
are that close together get a variation.of the configuration of
the houses. You would see much of the sameness there. That would
detract from it. You would get the townhouse or rowhouse effect.
Four lots would be more amenable.
Mr. Johnson stated he had a procedural question. If the plat that
is before you is encompassing 0utlot B and the Outlot B owner has
not signed an application and stands in opposition to the plat, is
that property before the Planning Commission.
Mr. Hickok stated the survey that has been submitted and signed by
a surveyor indicates that the roadway right-of-way is directly
abutting the property to the north. It is not taking over Outlot
B. It is implying that Outlot B does not exist; therefore, a
right-of-way exists up to the edge of the property and there is no
separation by land between utilities, etc., and the lots to be
developed. The developer has submitted a survey signed by a
surveyor that indicates there is a 50-foot right-of-way that
exists and directly abuts the property in question. The property
in question would exist between this property line and the
roadway. The position of the developer is that the 50-foot right-
of-way exists and that they have direct access to a public right-
of-way directly adjacent to the property. What is on record at
the County shows something different. The County record shows a
21 foot and 25 foot right-of-way which is four feet less than the
surveyor had shown. The proposal does not take on land that
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belongs to the owner to the north or it does not take on from the
owner to the south. The proposal assumes there is no outlot that
was legally created and therefore his access to utilities is there
and adjacent to the property.
Mr. Johnson stated he would offer to the Commission that the
County record does demonstrate there is an Outlot B separating
Heather Place from the property to the north. If there is going
to be access taken along with Heather Place in this plat, it has
to come over Outlot B. In that situation, Outlot B must be
incorporated into the proposed plat. The owner of Outlot B has
not signed an application for this plat and is not in favor of
this plat. What the Commission would be acting on is a proposal
where one of the prcperty owners is in opposition to the plat in
process.
Mr. Dommer stated their proposal only included the land to the
north of Outlot B. They have the signature of the owner. The
Commission can act on that proposal. The Commission Can recommend
denial because they don't have street frontage. They don't need
Outlot B's signature because they are not incorporating that as
part of the pl�at. You can propose a rectangle in the middle of a
cornfield if you like. They are going through the process of
proposing a plat on property for which they have the owners
signature. �
Mr. Johnson stated he would suggest that the developer has just
admitted that his lots fail the minimum requirements for street
frontages for the City.
Mr. Dommer.stated he is not suggesting the lots do not have street
frontage. They are suggesting the right-of-way on Heather Place
is 50 feet wide and that we have street frontage. �'
MOTION by Ms. Modig, seconded by Mr. Sielaff, to close the public
hearing.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, VICE—CHAIRPERSON KONDRICR
DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED AND THFs PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 10:05
P.M.
Ms. Modig asked staff if she made a motion to table this item
would there be no further discussion and this be tabled
indefinitely.
Mr. Hickok stated a motion to table and seconded is not debatable.
MOTION by Ms. Modig to table consideration of Preliminary Plat,
P.S. #97-04, by the Philip Stephen Companies, Inc., to resubdivide
the property into six buildable lots for single family homes, on
Lots 20 and 21, Auditor's Subdivision No. 22, generally located at
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PLANNING CON�lISSION MEETING, SEPTEI�ER 17, 1997 PAGE 28
6217 Central Avenue N.E.
Ms. Modig stated in her opinion there are too many issues that are
not resolved regarding �he final plat, Outlot B, and the 30-foot
easement. She is c�nc�rned about whether the City allows shared
driveways. She is concerned about density. She is concerned
about the build�er and talks with the neighbors concerns are not
required or signed on. She is concerned that the people on Ben
More Drive have not had enough inp�t regarding the access for the
road. She thought tliis had to go back to the drawing board and be
redefined. y
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Mr. Kondrick stated those are important issues and he has no
problem with the motion. If they get down to the basics, would we
agree that Outlot B exists? I.f it does exist, then it cannot
happen and then therefore we would deny this application?
Mr. Sielaff stated he would be in favor of denying the request
because he felt there was enough information out there to make a
recommendation. �
VICE-CHAIRPERSON KONDRICR DECLARED THE MOTION FAILED FOR LACK OF A
SECOND.
MOTION by Ms. Modig, seconded by Mr. Sielaff, to recommend denial
of Preliminary Plat, P.S. #97-04, by the Philip Stephen Companies,
Inc., to resubdivide the property into six buildable lots for
-single family homes, on Lots 20 and 21,. Auditor's Subdivision No.
22, generally located at 6217 Central Avenue N.E.
iTPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, VICE-CHAIRPERSON KONDRICR .
DECLARED THE�MOTION�CARRIBD UNANIMOUSLY.
M�. Hickok stated this item would be considered by the City
Council at their meeting of October 13.
3. PiTRT TC` HEARING • CONSIDERATION OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT SP
#97-07. BY PAUL LITWINCZUK:
To grant approval to maintain an existi 18 f.00t x 20 foot
garage on Lot 17, except the South 5 feet thereof, Auditor's
Subdivision No. 22, generally loc d at 6291 Central Avenue
N.E.
MOTION by Mr. Saba, seconded by s. Modig, to open the public
hearing.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VO NG AYE, VICE-CHAIRPERSON RONDRICR
DECLARED THE MOTION ED A1�TD THE PUBLIC HEARING OPEN AT 10:12
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Mr. Hickok stated/�he special use permit request is to allow a
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�te, all voting aye, Mayor
iicenses as submitted and
jed by Councilman Barnette.
lared the motion carried
�CH 30, 19II1 TO CONSIDER
�( INCREMEPlT PLAN :
-e the Community Development
hearing for March 30, 1981
;rict and tax increment
�oice vote, all voting aye,
;
ie action regarding payment
�et-up and having someone
She felt they shoul� aii
ing. Seconded by Councilmat
3yor Nee declared the motia
�g of the Fridley City Couer
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Willi J. Nee
Mayor
fdE KiNUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF
�1 16, 1981
Aegular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order at
p. m. by Mayor Nee.
OF ALLEGIANCE:
�or Hee led•the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to
!!It il ag.
IEl6ERS PRESENT: Councilman Fitzpatrick, Councilwoman Mose Mayor Nee
Councilman Schneider and Councilman Barn te
IEMBERS ABSENT: None
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�`= PUBLIC HEARIN6 MEETING, MARCH 9, 1981:
.�tG[t by Councilman Schneider to approve the minut as presented. Seconded
touncilwoman Moses. Upon a voice vote, all vot' g aye, Mayor Nee declared
�ution carried unanimously.
��iu� ur NVt1YUH•., .
or Mee requestad the follQwing items be
Esiiaates from Smith, Juster, and Fe.ik
rlck and Newman; and (3) Receiving Co
Council Liaison.
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9ded to the agenda: (1) Consideration
; (2) Consideration of Estimates from
ication from School District No. lb
�� by Councilwoman Moses to ado the agenda with the above three additians.
DO�ded by Councilman Schneider, pon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee
d�ned�;the motion carriedr'unan' ously.
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E� PoRi�I, VISI70RS: ' � ,. .
�Jeff;Seeman, student a ridley Senior High, appeared before the•Council
�a1te his concern of.t decision made by the Council regarding the nature
�ter. .He stated this. enter is now costing the taxpayers and when it was
Kt brought forward, t was stated tax money wouldn't be used. He felt
Itl�er tnvestment s ld be made so. that taxpayers could get a return in
t:.fdwre.
V`terin Makie, tudent at Fridley Seni'or High, also indicated his concern
wt the natur center. He felt there should be a golf course there and
�1:�n inves nt made so the residents can get their money back.
mtlloan chnei•der asked Jeff Seeman if he had ever been to the nature
�ttr he stated.he had several years ago.
�e� Barnette asked the two students if they were members of the Fridley
ea�xo which they answered in the affirmative.
IIUSIMESS: • � � �
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SSIOP! MEETING OF
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4�° un�ecn�� 1sT It1U�iHJ t3K1l:KIVtK:
�101 by Councilman Schneider to set the public hearing on this proposed
rtlf�einnry plat for.April 13, 1981. Seconded by Councilman Barnette. Upon
�ofte vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously
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CONSIDERATION Of LOT SPLIT REQUEST, L S. #81-01 6229 CENTRAL
AVENUE, BY THOMAS BRICKNER: • �•
Mayor Nee asked if this lot split request should be considered in conjunction
with the proposed preliminary plat filed by Mr. Brickner.
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated the Council could consider the lot
split now or when they consider the pl�t, whichever they prefer.
Mr. Brickner, the applicant, stated there is some urgency in that the lot
split is holding up the sa].e of the property•owner's home on a contract
for deed. Mr. Brickner stated, since this is independent of the plat, he
would appreciate the Council giving consideration to the lot split this
evening.
Mr. Flora stated this property in question is just east of Moore Lake and
Mr. Brickner wishes to split off the east 300 feet of lot 19, Auditor's
Subdivision tJo. 22, located at 6229 Central Avenue N. E. He stated Mr.
Brickner does have a purchase agreement from the owner to split off 300
feet of the lot.
Mr. Flora stated�the Planning Commission has recommended approval of the
lot split with several stipulations: (t) That no building take place on this
property until the property is serviced direciiy by a public street; and
(2) That the property owner sign the'lot. split application.
Mr. Flora stated staff has reviewed the.�tipu.lat_io�s dnd th�re_,are fqur,,
additional stipulations the Council�should 'possi.bly consider. 'These are as
foliows; (1) That a road easement be provided for the extension of Ben��
More Drive; (2) That drainage and utility easements be obtained; (3) That
there be an agreement with the developer that he pay the street assessment;
and (4) Payment of the park fee.
Mr. Qureshi, City Manager, stated there is really no problem with the
pro�osed development, however, he wanted to make sure there is a clear
understanding by the present owners and the applicant, who is buying the
property, unless all the stipulations are met, the building permit would
not be issued. He pointed.out, if access is not provided, they_ would have�
a landlocked parcel of property. '
Councilman Schneider asked Mr. Brickner if he understood the sii:pulations
and Mr. Brickner stated he did and didn't have ar�y problems with them.
Councilman Schneider stated he has seen some of the fine homes built by
Mr. Brickner and is comfortable with this situation.
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to concur with the recommendation of the
Planning Cortmission and grant Lot Split, #81-01 with the follou.ring
stipulations: (1) That no building be constructed and no permit issued
until the public street is provided; (2) That a road easement for extension
of Ben More Drive be provided; (3) That drainage and utility easements be
obtained; (4) That the petitioner pay street assessments; and (5) That the
petitioner pay the park fee. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a
voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared �,he motion carried unanimous
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Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, s
tabled to the April 6, 1981 meetin�
MOTION by Councilman Schneider
by Councilwoman Moses. Upon �
the motion carried unanimouq(y
+�o �able this item to April 6, 1981. Secc
voice vote, all voting aye, N�ayor Nee decl
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REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH lb,
MOTION by Councilman Schneide
Commission Meeting of Februar
Upon a voice vote, all voting
unanimously.
RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE
A CONSIDERATION OF SPECIAL
ACCESSORY BUILDING MOVED
AND A NEW DETACHED GARAG�
Mr. Fl ora , Publ i c Works Di rec-
; district and the applicant is
�>the rear of the lot to be usec
furniture and to construct a r
Nr. Flora stated the Planning
recomnended approval with the
be moved to the rear of the lc
Councilwoma� Moses asked if tf
the size of the garage in can�
stated they have requirement f
withip the appropriate limits,
MOTION by Councilwoman Moses t
Planning Commission and grant
that the existing storage shed
the new garage is completed.
'vote, ali voting aye, Mayor Ne
Mr. Mi]]er stated he was prese
procedure from this point. Mr
Hall for.a building permit.
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FAMILY OWELLIIV6 TO BE CON'
STREET BY PAUL GAYDOS ANO
Mr. Flora, Public Wor.ks Direct�
Street just in the south bound,
tonvert a present single famil�
stated owners plan on splittinc
they will live on one level anc
Hr. Flora stated the Planning (
provides better control by t6e
structure, the zoning would=sti
the property rezoned to R-2.
Mr. Flora stated three persons
permit because they felt it was
Mr. Flora stated, after discuss
recomnended the request for a s
following stipulations: (1) Tt
Marshall on the app mpriate exi
avners obtain the proper permit
Councilman Schneider asked ii �
xere to convert to duplexes, if
to handle the additional capaci
and, if it happened throughout
problems.
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PUQLIC HEARING C
THOMAS BRICKP�ER:
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MOTION by Councilman Schneider to waive the reading of the public hearingi
and open the public hearing. Seconded by Councilman Barnette. Upon a voi�
all voting aye> Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the�
hearing opened at 8:30 p. m.
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated the area in question is just east
Central Avenue and south of Rice Creek Road. He stated Mr. Brickner has o!
an option to purchase a portion of Ploore Lake Addition from the church and
interested in developing it as R-1. .
Mr. Flora stated this area was previously discussed when the Council appror
lot split several weeks ago above this existing property.
Mr. Flora stated staff is working with Mr. Brickner for development of this
and his interest is in preserving the beauty of the area and custom designi
particular home to fit the lots.
I�r. Flora stated a road will be constructed with two cul-de-sacs and a pond
area to serve as water retention for this area. He pointed out, in conjunc
connecte�9ed�ve�n�thenfuture'withyBeneMo�ekDr9vetandspossiblykextendingPitti
Creek Road. He stated, currently, Mr. Bri.ckner hasn't been able to purchasi
property for the continuation of Ben More Drive. Ptr. Flora stated, in orde�
provide sanitary sewer and water service to this area, the proposal is to q
Ben More hnto this area rather than providing the services from Central Ava
Councilrnan Schneider asked how he would develop those lots, if he can't ext�
Ben More Drive. Mr. Flora stated the lots could be served off of Central Af
for only a short period of time an� in conjunction with the Redevelopment P
the Housing and Redevelopment Authority may be able to acquire it. �
��ir. Qureshi, City t�lanager, stated there is a plan the Council reviewed and�
when they developed the whole area east of Central to serve, basically, the'
properiies and to provide access. He stated this plat would not be meeting;
standards because of the plat ordinance requirement regarding the cul-de-sa�
not to exceed 600 feet. He stated, originally, when the plat of Kerry Lanei
approved, there were temporary easemenfis acquired and a plan to provide acca
this area. He pointed out this plat would be improper unless another access
provided.
Councilwoman Ploses asked if it was part of the Housing and Redeve.lopment �
plan that the lots would.be divided and the streets constructed,
�9r. Qureshi felt this was one way it could.potentially be divided, if there:ti
consensus on the part of the property owners, and tbes.i_ty.'�el.t.�his.w�the w�r1
Councilman Schneider asked thelength from Central Avenue to the tip of the �
A gentleman in the audience stated it was 654 feet. Councilman Schneiders�
with5thise600ffoot�culhde�sacnrequirementeandtpointeduoutetheretis double aa
Ben More Drive. Councilman Schneider stated, if it is the feeling of the r�i
on Ben More Orive not to carry the street thrrough, he doesn't see a press1n91
Mr. Lyle Carpenter, 6258 Ben More Drive, stated, in talking with most of the��,
extendedn BHe statedrthey wouldalikento9seemittremainwas�itnis unless�iteis'
necessary. He stated Kerry Lane is narrow and there may be a problem gettii�
fire fight]'ng e uipment, however, the lot' to the west of Ben More Drive d
very quickly an� might pose the same probl�em. -
Councilman Schneider asked if Ben More Drive isn't extended, what kind of p.
would it �reate for this plat. Mr. Flora stated the primary concern wouldb!
sanitary sewer and water systems to support this plat and anything else that
be developed. He stated, with extension of Ben More Drive, it would provide'
easy way for extension of these utilities. He pointed out they can get sewet
and water services form Central Avenue, but it wouldn't be as good a system
wnat could be provided by the extension of Ben More Orive.
hlr. Brickner, the petitioner, stated they are looking at 11 lots with sing]e
family homes and indicated he would not be totally opposed to the extension
of Ben Piore Orive in the future. He felt the primary access would probably
be the entrance off Central and since Kerry is such a steep hill, the extens'
of Ben More Drive would probably be used much more.
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PUBLIC HEARING hiEETING OF APRILI3,
� Hr. Wayne Welch, 6115 Woody Lane, po
: cul-de-sacs so the plat couldn't be
_ Ne stated he had concerns about the
gets smaller and smaller, however, h
Nr. Brickner's developments.
Mr. Qureshi felt there should be san
provide looping for the water lines.
Nr. Brickner can acquire property, i
90. He pointed out if the people di
it would make a difference.
N�. Qureshi stated he felt it is a p
to a neighborhood.
No other persons in the audience spo
lq1I0N by Councilman Schneider to cl�
Councilman Barnette. Upon a voice v�
the motion carried u►ianimously and tl
PUBLIC HEARING_ ON REZONING REQUEST, ;
C-2 to M-1,8000 UNIVERSITY AVENUE R:
AND
CqVSIOERATION OF REAFIPROVAL OF PS #8(
TABLED 4 6/81 :
AOTION by Councilwoman M�ses to waivf
notice and open the public hearing.
a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor t
and the public hearing opened at 8:5;
�-Nr. Flora, Public Works Director, st�
% and 81st just west of University Aver
`'Council for consideration are a plat:
��requirement. Mr. Flora stated this F
f:.
�'a year ago, but since it was not recc
r�to the Council. He'stated the Planni
� conjunction with .the rezoning, and ic
d�o together.
Ar. Flora stated the primary concern
staff has not received a drainage. pla
Nr. Harris has provided them with a 1
`oertain criteria which they fee) woul
particular plat, if it is recorded an
`'know what would be required for them
Mr. flora stated another thing to be
approval of the rezoning. He stated.
and Mr. Harris has.a buyer for a port
rezoning from C-2 to �q-1 of lots 1, 9
requesting a variance of the f ront ya
to 35 feet because this h1-1 property
Mr. Flora stated the development is f
construction of a building and the gr
essrntial:9y detain the water to incluc
some going to the property to the so�
supports Mr. Harris' reasonimg to deve
to address itself independently for H.
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E man�Barnetteb1 � Uponaa � voice
°ried unanimously and the oa
a in question is just east
stated Mr. Brickner has ol
:ition from the church and
;ed when the Council approy
.roperty.
-Ar for development of this
�ne area and custom designi
two cul-de-sacs and a pondt
He pointed out, in conjunct
andsposs�blykextendingpit to
hasn't been able to purchase
Dir. Flora stated, in order
area, the proposal is to ca
e services from Central Aveno
those lots, if he can't exta
be served off of Central An
on with the Redevelopment P1�
�le to acquire it.
� the Council reviewed and�p
il to serve, basically, thel
� plat would not be meeting!
�nt regarding the. cul-de-sar•
;hen the plat of Kerry Laner
and a plan to provide acus
�•roper unless another accessi
using.and Redevelopment Au1
ts constructed.
ially be divided, if there
', tues.ity `el.tihis wasthe rrm
Avenue to the tip of thec
t. Councilman Schneider st
�e further stated he has a�
nted out there is double ac
it is the feeling of the re
, he doesn't see a pressing
in talking with most of the
hey would not like to see &
nain as it is unless it is�
sre may be a problem gettiM
west of Ben More Drive drm
: extended, what kind of pr
:he primary concern would b
�lat and anything else that
�re Orive, it would provide
`nted out they can get sewe,
�ldn't be as good a syste��
•e Dri ve. -
ing at 11 lots with single
� opposed to the extension
�ary access would probably
:h a steep hi 11 , the extens'
1UBLIC HEARIN6 MEETIPJG OF APRILI3, 1981 PAGE 6
l9r. Wayne Welch, 6115 Woody Lane, pointed out the 600 foot requirement for
al-de-sacs so the plat couldn't be approved because of this requirement.
k stated he had concerns about the open acreage behind his home, which
9ets smaller and smaller, however, he has heard s ane favorable comments on
ICr. Brickner's developments.
IOr. Qureshi felt there should be some plans or direction to proceed to
provide looping for the water lines. Councilman Schneider stated, until
ICr. Brickner can acquire property, it is diff�icult to say where they would
go. He pointed out if the people directly to the north don't want to sell,
it would make a difference.
IM. Qureshi stdted he felt it is a prudent approach to have double access
to a neighborhood. , .
to Other persons in the audience spoke regarding this proposed plat.
lOtION by Councilman Schneider to close the public hearing. Seconded by
Councilman Barnette. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared
the motion carried un.animously and the public hearing closed at 8:55 p. m.
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LOTS
1qiI0N by Councilwoman Moses to waiVe the reading of the publi hearing
�otice and open the public hearing. Seconded by Counciiman rnette. Upon
� roice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee dec)ared the�motio carried unanimously
�nd the public hearing opeceed at 8:57 p. m.
r. Flora, Public Works Oirector, stated the area in estion is between 79Lh
�d 81st.just west of University Avenue. He stated e items before::the �
wncit for consideration are a plat, a rezorting, d a variance on the setback
!quirement. Mr. Flora stated this plat origina y came before the Council about
year ago, but sYnce it was not recorded in !, da�ys, it requires resubmission
ithe Council. He stated the Planning Comni ion did review the plat, in
�junction with the rezoning, and identifi a number of iiems that tied the
ro together.
Flora stated the primary concern w the drainage. He stated, to date,
f has.not received a drainage pl for this particular plat, however,
Harris has provided them with a e'*,^r :vhich, in paragraph 1, establishes
ain criteria which they feel uld handle the drainage question for this
icular plat, if it is recor d and documented so all future owners would
what would be required fo them to handle the water.
:Nr..Flora stated another t ng to be addressed was the landscaping and final
:�pproval of the rezoning He stated the plat has M-2 zoning and C-2 zoning
iM Mr. Harris has..a b er for a portion of the property and is requesting
';retoning.from C-2 to -1 of lots 1, 9, and 10. He stated they are further
;requesting a varian of the front yard setback from the required 100 feet
to 35 feet becaus this P1-1 property is across the street from residential.
Mr. Flora stat the development is for Lots 1, 2, 3, 9, and 10 for
tanstruction f a building and the green area, as shown on the map, would
ess�ntial'9y etain the water to include some water in the parking area,'with
same goi to the property to the south. He stated this particular development
support Mr. Harris' reasoni:mg to develop a plat where each parcel would have
to ad ess itself independently for water detention.
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Mr. Harris stated he appreciated the fact the Council will take
under advisement and, hopefully, he will be treated fairly._ �
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Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated this cel of prbperty is located
in the Great Northern Industrial area, just st of East River Road and
south of I-694. He stated the property ' cludes a triangular piece, which
was shown on a map, and is part of th ntire parcel Midwest Printing bought
from the railroad.
Mr. Flora stated it was not
of propdrty at the Count
therefore, this plat ' req
can be recorded.
MOTION by C
Addition.
aye, h or
ssible to record this small triangular piece
ecause they didn't have a legal description,
uested to define this portion of property so it:
o cilman Fitzpatrick to approve the final plat, PS #81-01, Midw
econded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDERATION OF FINAL PLAT PS #81-0 2 HEATHER HILLS WEST 6175 CENTRAL
AVENUE, THOMAS BRICKNER:
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated this property is east of Old
Central, between Rice Creek Road and Gardena. He stated the plat consists
of 11 residential lots with two cul-de-sacs off Central Avenue.
Mr. Flora stated the Planning Comnission has reviewed the plat and has
recommended approval.
Mr. Flora stated the item that was not addressed is the development and
assessment of costs for the road improvement, sanitary sewer, and water
services, which will essentially be serving the,property outside the plat,
and the potential connection to Ben More Drive.
Councilman Schneider pointed out that two-thirds of the people on Ben More`
Drive indicated they did�'t want.8en More Drive extended. He stated he
`r�'spected staff's opinions, but.would tiate to get into a situation some �
time. in the future that the Council approved this plat_and approved the •
extension of Ben Ptore Drive.
P1r. Flora stated the City's plans were for the eventual extension of Ben
f�r'ore Drive to Central Avenue. He stated, when Ben More Drive was being
constructed, the church that owned this parcel objected to further extensia
so it was terminated. He pointed out now that the parcel is being developeE,
it fits in to add the cornection to the street:
f•�r. Flora stated, currently, the City can bring water off Central to se�rvia
this parcel, but it is only fran one direction and it is more purdent to put
in water from two directions and the.most logical place to service this are�
is the line that is terminated at the end of Ben More Drive:.
Councilwoman Moses asked if the service is affected if it comes only from
Central Avenue. Mr. Flora stated the line, essentially, becomes a dead lir�
and if there is a water break, then everyone is out of service, but if they
can service from different directions, service could be continued.
;� Councilman Schneider stated he is concerned about naming a street that may,
" in fact, not continue.
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� Mayor Nee asked about the names for the cul-de-sacs, since one is shown as
G7enn Oak Circle and the City currently has a street called Oak Glen, and
� felt this may pose a problem.
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Mr. Brickner stated he didn'
�re quite a distance apart,
name could be changed, Mr.
md he didn't care, either w
Councilman Schneider asked i
1f Bert More Drive.w�aan•`x exte�
standpoint, it would be bett�
iE may be better not to have
building lot, but he is not :
;tveryone concerned.
cilman Schneider stated t
ng off Central as Ben Mo�
. Qureshi, City Manage r, si
ea and the major concerns r
uping!, if Ben More Drive w�
heme or plan for that area
1l�yor Nee stated he would lik
submitted at a conference rrroe
Councilman Schneider stated h
for the water looping and tha
far for the extension, other
direction has to be provided
Nr. Qureshi, City Manager, al
�ffect other properties and a
usessed.
Councilwoman hioses asked who �
stated, in the past, the City°
tbis would be the way he woul�
the property owner to the nor�
his property would benefit gr�
MM�yyor Nee stated, as he under.
�ight-of-way.
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lOTION by Councilman Schneide�
Mest, contingent upon the stre
renamed in accordanee with an�
�nd Post Office and,•secondly;
ipecifically not be named Ben
or any references to Ben Mo�re.
Mr. Wayne Welch, 6115 Woody Le
aprovements.
Nr. Qureshi , Ci ty Manager, thc
toncerned with would be for dr
designed properly, it would hc
mG there would be no need for
aent where Mr. Welch would be
I�ON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE
declared the motion carried un
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il will take this matter ".
fairly. '=
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1 of property is located
East River Road and
triangular piece, which
Midwest Printing bought -:
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-tion of property so it �
�i6ULAR MEETING OF APRIL 20, 1981
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Mr. Brickner stated he didn't feel this would be a problem since the streets
ue quite a distance apart, however, if Council feels there is a problem, the
name could be changed. Mr. Brickner also stated he lives.on Ben More Drive
md he didn't care, either way, if Ben More Drive was or was not extended.
Councilman Schneider asked if he saw any problem with his development, •
if Ben More Drive.was.n`t extended. Mr. Brickner felt, from the City's
standpoint, it would be better to have the extension, but from his standpoint,
it may be better not to have it extended, as it may give him an additional
Euilding lot, but he is not sure this would be in the best interests of '
ereryone concerned.
�ouncilman Schneider stated he doesn't, at this time, want to name the street
caning off Central as Ben More Drive.
Itr�. Qureshi, City Manager, stated the City has s ane overall plans for this
;1 plat, PS #,81-01, Midwest �rea and the major concerns would be only one access and the water line
� voice vote, all voting =� : iooping�, if Ben More Drive wasn't extended. He stated there is a total
'�Y' :; • scheme or plan for that a�ea and felt those issues.should be addressed.
LS WEST, 6175 CENTRAL � �yor Nee stated he would like to see the plan and asked if it could be
__ submitted at a conference meeting.
rty is east of Old F Councilman Schneider stated he doesn't see the requirement for the road orrly
tated the plat consists ` " tor the water looping and that is the only justification he has heard so
tral Avenue. far for the extension, other than dual access. Mr. Qureshi stated some
�d the plat and has ;� �` direction has to be provided in regard to the water looping.
the development and
3ry sewer, and water
�erty outside the plat,
the people on Ben More
�nded.� He stated he
.o a situation sare
lat and approved the
:ual extension of Ben
iore Orive was being
:ted to further extens
�arcel is being develo
�r off Central to service
t is more purdent to put
ace to service this area
�e Orivel - '
if it comes only from ;
,lly, becomes a dead line
of service, but if they
i be cantinued.
:ming a street that may,
since one is shown as �
called Oak Glen, and
lo-. Qureshi, City Manager, also pointed out this plat would, potentially,
affect other properties ar,d according to the City's policy, they would be
usessed. �
Councilwoman htoses asked who would be putting in the road. Mr. Brickner
stated, in the past, the City has•put in the improvements and, in this �ase,
this would be the wdy.he would want to proceed. He stated that Mr. Skinner,
the property awner to the north, is in favor of this devlopment and is aware
his property would benefit greatly by this road and that he would be assessed.
MayorlVee stated, as he understands it, they are presently talking about a
right-of-wa�y. . �
I�TION by Councilman Schneider to approve the p1at, PS #81-02, Heather Hills
Yest, contingent upon the street names being removed and the cul-de-sacs
renamed in accordance with any requirements of the Police and Fire Departrt�ents
and Post Office and,�secondly, that the east/west access coming off Central
specifically not be named Ben More Drive, Ben More Circle or Ben More Court
or any references to Ben More. Seconded by Councilman Barnette.
l6�. Wayne Welch, 6115 Woody Lane, questiAned if he would be assessed for .
enprovements.
Nr. Qureshi, Ci�y Manager, thought the only possible assessment he could be
concerned with would be for drainage. ".: fe'.t, however, if the drainage is
designed properly, it would hold all the water this property is receiving
and there would be no need for an outlet. He stated, if there was an improve-
aent where Mr. Welch would be assessed, he would receive a notice of hearing.
UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, all voted �ye, and Mayor Nee
declared the motion carried unaniinously.
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PA6E 7 � REGULAR MEETIN6 OF APRIL 20, 1981
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated there is also the question of the
park fee.
Mr. Qureshi, City Manager, stated the requirement is that�l0�..of the,land
b e given rfor park purposes or a cash donation of �0% of.the Value. of. tlie:.
land. He stated the Councid has, in..the past, allo�ed the park fee to be:
collected at the time the building per�it is issu�d. ,• ,1 „:
P1r...6r.ickner stated he would �� '� -
the time the buildin Prefer the option of paying the park fee at
g permit is issued.
Mr. Brickner was requested to submit�;a letter, to thi,s efr.ect,� regarding
payment of the park fee.
OF
MOTION by Councilwoman Moses to waive the reading and approve the o
upon first reading. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voic
all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.j
USSION AND POSSI
ION OF REZONING
Councilman Schneicler stated, af.ter the action of the Counc' last week to
deny this rezoning request, P1r. Burandt co.ntacted him and anted verificatim
on the action taken. He stated Mr. Furandt indicated h didn't receive notia
of the prior Council meetings, and is present here thi evening and perhaps'
should explain.
Mr. Burandt stated he talked to the City the day fore the Council meeting.
He stated he was under the impressioni�that the r oning had taken place.
Mr. Burandt stated he never received any noti s, and felt they were possibl�
sent to the property address, and not his p ce of residence. He stated he -
took the action of the Planning Conmission s approval.
Councilwoman Moses asked how he was not' ied of the public hearings before ��
th� Planning Commission. Mr. Burandt tated, when he made the application,
fie was told when the meeting would b heid. •
Councilrnan Ftizpatrick asked if h attended the hearings before the Planning�
Commission and at those meeting if he wasn't advised what would be taking ,
place to which Mr. Burandt ans red in the affirmative.
Councilman Schneider stated he word from staff was that Mr. Burandt was
contacted and that he was ware of the meeting.
Councilman Schneider a ed Mr. Burandt �hat was his intended use of the
property, if it is re ned. Mr. Burandt stated he wanted to refurbish
the property. He s ted there was a fire in the dwelling so he has gutted
it and there was n insulation and it has to be reworked and landscaped.
Councilman Schn der pointed out one of the comments made by staff at the
public hearin was, if the property is to be rezoned to commercial, they
didn't think he structure should be remodeled and used as a corranercial
building.
Mayor N� felt if the Council is inclined ta reconsider the denial of the
rezoning, they should probably have all the material presented to them agaia
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Councilman Schne�ider stated his t
a rezoning, unless there is a sti
Ar. Burandt stated it is not ecor.
be to reomdel it and use it as a
F1r. Qureshi, City Manager, stated
there is a commercial use intende.
it. He stated if there is a need
it should be rezoned from R-3 to
built for that purpose.
Mr. Burandt stated he would like
of remodeling the structure. He
feasible to tear it down, and he
because as i t i s now, i t i s an ey�
HOTION by Councilman Schneider to
i80-02 as filed by Ted Burandt arn
reeting, with submission of all tl
request. Secc�nded�by Councilwomai
Councilman Schneider stated when i
support the rezoning, he would war
comnercial building constructed.
Nr. Burandt was asked his address
Mr. Qureshi asked if persons in th.
Council felt they should be notifi
for consideration. .
UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABO
declared the motion carriect unaniR
NEW BUSINESS:
RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE PLANN
FqTION by Councilman Schneider to
Neeting of A�rril 8, 1981. Seconde
all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared
RfCEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE CHARTI
KJTIOtV by Counci lman Fiizpatri ck t�
Heeting of March 3, 1981. Seconde�
Councilman Schneider stated there �
redrawing of ward boundaries 30 da�
pointed out the opinion recei:ved fi
this time period, and staff was rec
Attorney to the Charter Corrmission,
UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE A601
declared the motion carried unanimc
�tECEIVING PETITION N 1-1981 fROt4 PC
MOTION by Councilman B.arnette to re
Schneider. . Upon a voice vote, all
carried unanimously.
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permit, SP �81-05 base� AiION by Councilman Schneider to au rize the Cable Television Corrnnission
�atible with the W hire Doug Hedin, with a separat fund to account for the fees being paid
�r. UPON A ROLL CALI � �lor the refranchising. Seconded
voted in favor of the� �1) voting aye, Mayor Nee uec edytheumotionncarriedtunan9mouslyVOice vote,
,nan Moses voted against
,it, SP #81-05. Secc
'iwanan Moses, Counci
:Zpatrick and Council
> THE MOTION FAILED A
�Y.
w an ordinance to th!
axes in .an R-1 zone.
:ouncilman Schneider4:
ick voted in favor of
�n. Mayor Nee declan
rmendation of the A
�+t of a wall sign f
.;od Shoppi ng Center
�he same being 6225
�n a voice vote, al'
; rnous 1y.
� of the Planning
�cilman Schneider.
:he �tion carried
JV AMOUNT NOT TO
the Cable.Televisi
ilman Schneider,
e motion carried
IfdUS[DERATION OF REQUEST FOR DIVIDING PARK FEE AND APPLYING TO INDIVIDUAL
tOTS BY THOMAS E. BRICKNER.
`10?ION by Councilman Schneider to grant Mr. Brickner's request regarding
;tAepark fees for Heather Hi71s West and direct staff to draft whatever
�k9a1 agreements are necessary to provide pote�tial buyers:of tte property
"dN notice of the park fee. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a �
�q1ce vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimous��y.
�dMSiDERATION OF ANOKA COUNTY LAW ENFORECMENT JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT FOR
AID:
!�r.Nill, Public Safety Director, stated he is recommending approval of thi
;,b1nt Powers Agreement and stated they nov�;�ractual ly cross boundary 1 ines
rikn emergencies exist, but there is concern, and this agreement would
kgatize that operation. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to authorize t
decution of the Joint Powers Agreement for Mutual Aid. Seconded by ouncilman
funette. Upon a.voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the otioi►
arried unanimously,
OF OPERATI0�6 LIABILITY
t.Herrick, City Attorney, stated he has worked with Mr. Hil and met with
tlk City's present insurance.agents to discuss this matter th them. He stated
k is in favor of it, but, whether this is the right time act he supposed
itis a calcuiated risk to wait until the next insurance idding. He stated
k had a question if this type of insurance, with this articular company; '�
ps one where the City might have a deductible and if t would make any
dtference in the premiums.
r.�Nill, Public Safety Director, stated he sus�
tcause they are proposing the �500,000 limit.
Itductibles, only the pro-rating.
�or Nee felt they should receive a report rort
ore on this item within the next several eeks.
:CEIYING COMMUNITY RECREATION BUILDIN EEDS AS
iis item was discussed earlier in t meeting.
ed this was not the case
stated tF�ey did not discuss
staff, but would like to
TT
3se port-a-pak
lO1ION by Councilman Schneider to authorize the execution of Agreement
loatracts Nos. 67 and 191 wi the Metro Waste Control Comnission. Seconded
^ed from where thes!' Councilwoman Moses. Upo a voice vote, all voting aye, Mdyor Nee declared
. tAe motion carried unanimo sly.
easy to operate,
�ublic access is a
�een times when om
a need for it.
Television Commi
A
'lON by Councilma �Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 58-1981, and authorize
!execution of t agreement with the League. of Minnesota Cities. Seconded
Councilman Ba tte. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared
�notion carri d unanimously.
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een a junker and a classic. �'• Q�reshi, City Manager, explained certain criteria had to be met for these
Olock grant funds and this project met these standards because it provides
�chase a license for a classic krvices to low and moderate income groups.
` tamcilman Fitzpatrick questioned on what the $280,000 in block grant f ds
� plates, you cannot get a ��d b e spent. M�r. Qureshi stated it would be used for acquisitio f
:plained, in his situation, he i�operty in the tax increment district for purposes of redevelopmen . He
e streets and highways, and stated�itis hoped, if there is a full development, it will bring lot more
to make them which will involrt:: �x revenue than what they would be spending. �
'touncilman Fitzpatrick stated that evidently considerations ent into this
probably look at some changes.# �t he wasn't aware of, but he had no objection to using oney in this wdy.
ordinance a�d investigating ; ;� stated, however� comnunity development block grant f. s could be used
,�for things that come up where there are no other funds vail�ble.
is describe an actual junker
r.
ne this way that.the vehicle
�ation by the Inspection
collector cars or classics. -
sssic, his neighbor may
ieighbor files a complaint,
is problem.
�e problem by keeping a
and patience, but felt
� and �ity time.
MINUTES OF JUNE 11
� minutes of the Cable Tel
by Councilwoman•Moses. U
�d the motion carried unan
contacting the owner of Rite
iable to contact him.
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4°
EGARDING CONTRACT OF fRIE;t05lI
rance i n early September ard,�
contract of friendship. s�.
:�,;
,. Mayor to execute the contntf
aurmies, France. Seconded E�;
voting aye, Mayor Nee �;
or him to take to Fourmies,
ct Ptedtronics to advise th�
TWEEN THE NRA ANO THE CITY
AITION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to authorize the to disperse these
lunds from the community development blook grant ogram. Seconded by
touncilwoman Moses.
Aayor Nee questioned if there was a way thes funds could be returned to
the City at a future date, when it becomes conomically viable..
�r. Qureshi stated he would suggest thi item be tabled until ttay could
d�eck into the matter further.
1DTION by Councilwoman Moses to ta e this item for further research by
'staff. Seconded by Councilman S neider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
.kyor Nee declared the motion c ried unanimously.
OF CHANGE ORDER'N0. 1 r'OR MI_SCELLANEOUS CONCRETt
. Flora, Public Works irector, stated the concrete slab reconstruction at
eintersection of E t and West Danube Roads utilized the majority of the
iginal contract of 47,757.50 and there still r�nains concrete curb work
be accomplished his year. He requested, therefore, the Council consider
proval of chan order No. 1 to the original contract to allow this work
be corr�l ete
ION by C ncilwoman hioses to approve Change Order No. 1 with Halvorson
struct n for miscellaneous concrete curb and slab,construction in the
unt $11,925.00, which changes the originalcontract price from �
,1 .50 to a revised contract price of $50,682.50. Seconded by Councilman
ider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion
ried unanimously.
N0. 69-
AND SAP� L
FOR WATER A
BRICKNER:
NG PRELIMINA
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SURFACING
ATIONS
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ON by Councilwoman Moses to receive petition No. 6-1981:. Seconded by
cilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee
ared the motion carried unaniously.
itted to the Council showed'�;�` �• Flora, Public Works Oirector, stated he has been in contact with the two
�nt financing and questioned :` erty owners involved, Mr. Brickner and Mr: Skinner. Mr. Flora further
�: �stated, as of this morning, �1r. Skinner has decided he doesn't want to
- kvelop his property, therefore, Mr. Bricknerv�ll come to the Council at
�the next meeting to present an adjust,aent to the plat to move the right-of
tray of the northern street one foot into the plat. He stated Mr. Brickner
�rill then submit a new peticnan for 100% of the property ownerns and request
the assessments be spread over the entire plat.
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f•1r. Flora stated P1r. Brickner desires the City to put in the sewer and water
improvements this fall and to accomplish the street improvements next year.
Councilman Barnette asked if Mr, Skinner wanted to develop his property
several years from now how he would proceed. Mr. Flora stated he would hare
to purchase some property from Mr, Brickner for access.
Mr. Herrick, City Attorney, stated the City does have some alternatives. �
They can put in the improvements, as shown, and make the assessment or
could make the assessment against both properties, Mr. Brickner's and Mr. `;.
Skinner's, and defer the assessment on the northern portion. He pointed aut
the Counc'il doesn't need 100% petition to put in a Ci�y street and if the'�::
right-of-way for the northern street was moved one foot into the plat, it �:;
may cause some problems in the future for Mr. Skinner's property, as far as:=,
the access. .
Councilman Fitzpatrick asked if it wasn't possible the northern portion
might be platted without access from thisproposed st reet:, to which Mr.
Flora stated it was possible.
Mr. Herrick felt the Public Works Department should give :.ome thought on
what kind of road system they want in that area.
�4r. Qureshi, City Manager, stated they wo��ld recanmend the Council cons
adoption of the above two resolutions and seti the hearing for the impro
and have a choice on��how the assessments are spread at the time of the
hearing.
MOTI�V by Councilwoman Moses to adopt Resolution No. 69-1981 ordering pre
inary report, plans and specifications for water and sanitary sewer proje
No. 134 (Heather 4ills) Secanc:ed by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice
vote, all voting aye , Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilwoman Moses to adopt Resolution No. 70-1981 ordering
preliminary report and calling a public hearing on water and sanitary se+�
project No. 134 (Heather Hills). Seconded by Councitman Schneider. Upon
a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanii
-1981
Nir. Flora, Public Works Director, stated the C y has developed a three
plan for resealing the joints on the concre streets in the City, and
requested Councii consider adoption of th' resolution to advertise for
bids for this project.
MOTION by Councilman Schendier to
Councilman Barnette. Upon a voic
the motion carried unanimously,�
1
Resolution No. 71-1981. Seconded
, all voting aye, p�ayor Nee declar
APPROVAL OF PLANS
FSFRV(1TR DFDATD.
hir. Flora, Public Wor Director, stated the storage reservoir located on
Johnson St reet has number of exterior cracks requiring repair and the
tank needs a new c t of paint, and requested Council consider adoption of
this resolution advertise for bids for this project.
MOTION by Co ilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 72-1981. Secondedl
Councilman rnette. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declare�
the �otio carried unanimously.
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Senato .r Oon Frank :
Senator pon Frank appeared before the
touncil may have regarding the past l
Senator Frank reviewed the actions t�
'the State's deficit. He further stat
;yovernments be on the same fiscal ye�
tenough warning would be given so loc�
change .
Sneator Frank stated the Legislature
itis the concensus of both houses tt
the next session.
la. Qureshi questioned if local aid t
level as lzs.t year. Senator Frank s-
the case, but obviously that is a shc
Ne stated the cost of 1QCal services
shifted again to local governments ar
�OVernment has is to raise the proper
k. Qureshi, City Manager, pointed ou
penalized for being prudent and cost
State has put a mandate. on Local gove
or Frank stated he would agree t
�er, he felt the coming y�ar will
went through because they still
�r Nee stated in regard to condani
taken away the City's descretion
Ciry. Attorney to draft a proposed
;would recover the Ci�y's power �
iested a model ordinance be drafte
'ted to cover the City's concerns.
3enator Frank also stated, during thi:
�roperty has been reduced by three t�
tatls from rental owners who stated �;
jroperty because of the taxes. He fe
this issue further because of the di�-
�on-rental property.
or FranR questioned the completi�
�ouncilman Fitzpatrick felt there shoc
pedestrians could cross the street s�
stated when the widening began, one s
left`is inoperative. He stated they c
�re completed but he is trying to wor
school begins.
krtator Frank stated the Department o��
deciding what route will be taken for 1
stated the City doesn't wish a south E
frank stated Representative Simoneau r
the meetings, but he would rather dou;
of any access to the bridge.
Nayor Nee extended the Council's than�
the meeting and providing this in€orr:
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illC MINUTES OF TNE PU[3LIC NEARING MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF ��
AUGUST 10, 1981 � �alBIIC HEARING MEETING OF AUGUST 10, 19
The Public Hearing Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order
at 7:35 p, m, by Mayor Nee.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Nee led th e Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance;to the
Flag.
ROLL CALL:
MEMBERS PRESENT
MEMBERS ABSENT
ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
Mayor Nee, Courcilman Fitzpa ick, Councilwoman Moses,
Councilman Schneider and ncilman Barnette.
None
MOTION by Councilwoman Moses to opt the agenda as presented. Seconded by
Councilman Schneider. Upon oice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared
the motion carried unanimo y.
PUBLIC HEARINGS: �
�:PUBLIC HEARING ON WATER AND SANITARY SEWER PROJECT N0. 134 HEATHER HILLS W
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MOTION by Councilman Schneider to waive the reading of the public hearing no
and open the public hearing. Seconded by Councilwanan Moses. Upon a voice
all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the p�
hearing opened at 7:3o p, m,
Mr. Flora, Public,Works Director, stated the Heather Hills West plat is loca
east of Moore Lake, off Old Central Avenue, and consists of construction of
streets, Heather Place and Heather Circle. �
Mr. Flora stated the developer, Mr. Brickner, has petitioned for sanitary se
water and storm sewer to be installed this year, with the street and concreU
curb and gutter to be installed next year. He stated the lat located on the
side of Heather Place is being charged only for the share of the cost which i:
benefit to that property and if this lot is later platted.or divided, there�
be additional costs involved in extending the water and sewer lines.
Mr. Flora stated the costs affecting the Heather Hills West plat are being d1
equally between the 11 lots in the plat. He stated this is a self-sustained
development and the only requirement the City would like is to loop the wate�
system to sane other lineinstead of just internally. He stated the original
was for Ben More Orive to be extended all the w�y down to Central Avenue and
connected to Heather Place, however, there was discussion on the practicalitj
doing it at this time.
Councilman Schneider asked if Ben More Drive would be extended at some futur
date, the improvements put in this year would have to be changed, t4r. Flora
stated it ivould not because when this particular water system is installed.
shou7d lend itself to at least four other methods of providing a viable s;
in this area.
Councilwoman Moses asked what the assessment would be to the property north
the plat which is owned by Mr. and Mrs. Skinner. Mr. Flora stated the cost
the sanitary sewer, storm sewer and water would be about $18,835.
Mr. Skinner stated there has been some discussion between himself and Jerry
Boardman, City Planner, as to possibilities for development of his property.
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�es ed, however, at this point, he i
property wi�rout knouing �ahere he s
krelop as far as his property is conce
dth the Heather Hills development, as
prtion of it.
. Skinner stated to go-along with any
sessed any amount of the costs whatso
ing into the Heather Hills developmen
ated he understood the Heather Hi11s
d was to bear its total cost and he h
:ause it doesn't affect him.
t. Skinner stated, frankly, he doesn't
s not opposed to the street being cons
eather Hills, as long as he doesn't ha
aying part of the cost of those improv
r. Skinner stated he has had some disc
ption discussed was the street would b
otost to him.. He stated he didn't fe
clear cut answer as to what will actu
erelop. He stated there was discussi
�djoining Ben More Orive, however, pe�
treet to be extended. He stated there
� be extended. •He stated there was al:
ross his property and j�oin Rice Creek.
ibe so mar�y things for which they hav�
�uncilwanan Moses stated right now, th�
�t questioned if Mr. SE;inner wouldn't t
what was eventually decided upon on 1
Flora•stated he felt there would be
inner could ptat on his property:
uncilwoman Moses pointed out that this
spread across these lots, if Mr. Skin
incilman Schneider questioned how this
put in sewer and water and half of th
f opposed.
�. Herrick, City Attorney, stated the d
�re particularly, the street pattern, i
uncil and not the inGividual land owne
uncil, with the advice of the administr
9arding the street pattern,
. Herrick stated, as far as the assessi
greater than the b�nefits to the prop�
sessed equally.
I�r. Herrick felt, in this case, there ar�
street is constructed so it is not adjacE
fauncil decides they will not assess his
Ideferred assessment.
Wuncilman Schneider asked Mr. Skinner ii
usessment.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF
1UBLIC HEARING MEETING OF AUGUST 10, 1981
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�uncil was called to order � stated, however, at this point, he is totally opposed to the assessment of
lis property with out knowing where he stands or what is eventually going to
tevelop as far as his property is concerned, He stated he was not concerned
rith the Heather Hills development, as long as he doesn't have to pay for any
}ortion of it.
dge of Allegiance to the
�atrick, Councilwoman Moses,
�uncilman Barnette
s presented. Seconded by
ng aye, Mayor Nee declared
3 of the public hearing notic
xnan Moses. Upon a voice rc
ied unanimously.an� th2 publ
�r Hills West plat is loc
isists of construction of
�etitioned for sanitary sewe
th the street and concrete
ed the lat located on the e
share of the cost which is
latted or divided, there wo
and sewer lines.
ils West plat are being dir
this is a self-sustained'
like is to loop the water`
. He stated the original.pl
�wn to Central Avenue and a
ission on the practicality i
e extended at some future :
.o be changed. �4r. Flora':`.
er system is installed, it
of providing a viable sysG
° to the property north ot�-
. Flora stated the cost for
�out $18,835.
�ween himself and Jerry
iopment of his property.
A'. Skinner stated to go along with any approval for his property to be
usessed any amount of the costs whatsoever for sewer and water connections
�Oing into the Heather Hills development, he is totally opposed to it. He
stated he understood the Heather Hills development was to be self-sufficient
�nd Nas to bear its total cost and he has been in total agreement with that
Oetause it doesn't affect him. .
!�. Skinner stated, frankly, he doesn't need a street by his property, but
isnot opposed to the street being construct2d..a�d� the development of
�eather Hills, as long as he doesn't have to make a pre-mature decision on
�aying part of the cost of those improvements
k, Skinner stated he has had some discussions with Jerry Boardman and one
�tion discussed was the street would be constructed, as proposed, but with
b cost to him. He stated he didn't feel.at this time that anyone really had
tclear cut answer as to what will actually happen if his property were to
Eevelop, He stated there was discussion of crossing the back of his property
�nd joining Ben More Drive, however, people on Ben More might not want the
sireet to be extended. He stated there was also discussion for the street
tobe extended. He stated there was also discussion for the street to
cross his property and join Rice Creek. He stated, at this time, there seems
tobe so many things for which they have no, answers. .
touncilwanan Moses stated right now, the Council doesn't have all the answers,
but questioned if Mr. S{:inner wouldn't haue some buildable lots, regardless
d what was eventually decided upon on the street design.
a. Flora•stated he felt there would be anywhere from four to six lots Mr.
Skinner could plat on his property. .
'touncilwoman Moses pointed out that this proposed assessment of $18,835 could
�k spread across these lots, if Mr. Skinner were to plat them.
tduncilman Sch�eider questioned how this is handled where it is necessary
toput in sewer and water and half of the persons are in favor and the other
ialf opposed.
1�. Herrick, City Attorney, stated the decision on how property is platted and,
�inre particularly, the street pattern, is a decision that should be made by the
touncil and not the individual land owners. He stated that is something the
touncil, with the advice of the administration, will have to make a decision
`regarding the street pattern.
!tr. Herrick stated, as far as the�assessments, the cost of the assessment cannot
legreater than the beoefits to the property and all properties have to be
usessed equally.
�r.Herrick felt, in this case, there are two options. One would be that the
street is constructed so it is not adjacent to Mr. Skinner'S property, if the
founcil decides they will not assess his property, and anothe r option would be
�deferred assessment.
Louncilman Schneider asked Mr. Skinner if he would be in favor of a deferred
usessment.
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RESOLLTTION NO. -1997
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING A BUDGET
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1998
WHEREAS, Chapter 7, Section 7.04 of the City Charter provides that the City Manager shall prepare an
annual budget; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager has prepared such document and the City Council has met several times for
the purpose of discussing the budget; and
WHEREAS, Chapter 275, Section 065 of Minnesota Statutes requires that the City shall hold a public
hearing to adopt a budget; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has held a public hearing and has concluded the budget as prepared is
appropriate;
NOW TT�REFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the following budget be adopted and approved:
GENERAL FUND
Taxes and Special Assessments:
Current Ad Valorem
Delinquent, Penalties,
Forteited
Special Assessments
�icenses and Permits:
Licenses
Permits
I ntergovern mental:
Federal
State -
Homestead and Agriculture
Credit Aid
Local Government Aid
Local Performance Aid
All Other
Charges for Services
HRA
Water Fund
Sewer Fund
Storm Water Fund
Liquor Fund
Cable N Fund
Construction Funds
Fines and Forfeits
Interest on Investments
Miscellaneous Revenues
Other Financing Sources:
Sales of General Fixed Assets
Closed Debt Service Fund
Liquor Fund
TOTAL REVENUES AND OTHER
FINANCING SOURCES
Fund Balance:
General Fund Reserve
TOTAL GENERAL FUND
ESTIMATED
REVENUE
$3, 825, 521
63, 898
928
183, 511
433,216
6,713
1, 039, 739
1,677,068
37,466
528,016
365,636
252, 079
157,623
151,872
84, 421
60, 312
22, 972
45, 502
181, 083
362,120
148,010
11,121
232, 902
140, 000
10,011,729
276, 807
510,288,536
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Legislative:
City Council
Planning Commissions
Other Commissions
City Management:
General Management
Personnel
Legal
Finance:
Elections
Accounting
Assessing
MIS
City Clerk/Records
Police:
Police
Civil Defense
Fire:
Fire
Rental Housing Inspections
Public Works:
Municipal Center
Engineering
Lighting
Park Maintenance
Street Maintenance
Recreation:
Recreation
Naturalist
Community Development:
Building Inspection
Planning
Reserve:
Emergency
Nondepartmental:
APPROPRIATIONS
$94,659
1, 889
10, 796
283,460
96, 422
253, 000
27,146
571, 577
123,242
164,591
109,275
3,290,101
10,145
762, 089
90, 866
200, 944
441, 972
195, 795
695,912
1,163, 601
674,741
232, 647
231,784
392,474
100, 000
69,408
510,288,536
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
Cable TV Fund
Grant Management Fund
Solid Waste Abatement Fund
Housing Revitalization Fund
Fund Balance
TOTAL SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS
Capital Improvement Fund
Taxes - Current Ad Valorem
Interest on Investments
Donations
Fund Balance
TOTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUNDS
AGENCY FUND
Six Cities Watershed Fund
Taxes - Current Ad Valorem
TOTAL AGENCY FUND
TOTAL
$120,500
254, 264
398,126
250, 000
33,156
51,056,046
$85,550
353,150
10, 000
583, 772
S 1,032,472
$7, 822
s�,s22
512,384,876
General Capital Improvement
Streets Capital �mprovement
Parks Capital Improvement
$137, 330
254, 264
414,452
250, 000
51,056,046
$280,000
483, 737
268, 735
51,032,472
$7, 822
s7,s22
512,384,876
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS TH DAY
OF DECEMBER ., 1997
ATTEST:
WILLIAM A. CHAMPA - CTTY CLERK
NANCY J. JORGENSON - MAYOR
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'E DEPARTMENT
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RICHARI
FINANCE
WILLIAM W. BURNS, CITY MANAGER �� �
RICHARD D. PRIBYL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
PAUL S. HANSEN, STAFF ACCOUNTANT
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SUBJECT: RESOLUTION TO LEVY TAXES WHICH APPEAR TO BE IN
EXCESS OF 16 MILLS AND CERTIFYING TAX LEVY
REQUIREMENTS FOR 1998 TO ANOKA COUNTY
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November 10,1997
The attached resolution grants City Council the authority to levy a tax which appears to be in
excess of 16 mills.
As stated in Section 7.02 of the City Charter, pursuant to three weeks published notice and a public
hearing the Council may adopt a resolution showing the necessity for such taxes.
The attached resolution also provides for the certification of the 1998 tax levy to Anoka County for
collection.
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Attachments
13.07
RESOLUTION NO. -1997
A RESOLUTION DECLARING THE NECESSITY TO LEVY A TAX
WHICH APPEARS TO BE IN EXCESS OF 16 MILLS AND CERTIFYING
TAX LEVY REQUIREMENTS FOR 1998 TO THE COUNTY OF ANOKA
FOR COLLECTION
WI�REAS, Chapter Seven, Section 7.02 of the Charter of the City of Fridley, grants the City the
power to raise money by taxation pursuant to the laws of the State of Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, said Section 7.02 of the City Charter provides that if the taxes levied against property
within the City exceeds 16 mills on each dollaz of assessed valuation, that the Council shall adopt a
resolution showing the necessity for such tax; and
WHEREAS, the State of Minnesota has changed the method of computing taxes from "mill levy"
to "tax capacity"; and
WHEREAS, the State of Minnesota transferred state aid dollars from the city to the school districts
to reduce school district taxes; and
WHEREAS, in addition, the State of Minnesota reduced the amount of state aid dollars it had
previously distributed to cities; and
WI�REAS, the City of Fridley needs to levy taxes which appear to be in excess of 16 mills
because of the reduction of local government aids by the State of Minnesota.
NOW TI�REFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Fridley pursuant to
three (3) weeks published notice and public hearing on the 29th day of November, 1997, shall have
the authority to levy a tax which may be in excess of 16 mills; and
BE IT FLTRTHER RESOLVED that the City of Fridley certify to the County of Anoka, State of
Minnesota, the following tax levy to be levied in 1997 for the year 1998.
13.02
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General Fund
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Capital Improvernent Fund - Parks Division
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Six�Cities Watershed Management Organization
STONEYBROOK CREEK SUBWATERSHED
TOTAL ALL FUNDS
$3,921,159
72,689
7,822
8,900
$4,010,570
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY 'TI-� CITY COUNCIL OF TI� CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS TH
DAY OF DECEMBER, 1997
ATTEST:
WII,LIAM A. CHAMPA - CITY CLERK
13.03
NANCY J. JORGENSON - MAYOR
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FRIDLEY
MEMORANDUM
William C. Hunt
Assistant to the City Manager
Memo to: William W. Burns, City Manager ���
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From: William C. Hunt, Assistant to the City Manager "�
Subject:
Date:
Proposed 1998 Agreement Between the City of Fridley and
the Fridley Communications Workshop (E.T.C. Channe133)
December 3,1997
The City Council has authorized $42,700 of the Cable Television franchise fee to be given to
the Public Access Workshop for the yeaz 1998. $41,400 was appropriated in 1997.
The attached proposed agreement executed by the Fridley Communications Workshop
(E.T.C. Channel 33) incorporates this amount. Other than the dollaz amount and dates, the
proposed agreement is worded the same as the 1997 agreement.
As in the past, the City would pay four equal payments of $10,675 to E.T.C. from the
quarterly franchise fee payments received for the budget year 1998.
I request that you present this to the City Council for consideration at their meeting of
December 8, 1997.
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This a�reement made and entered into this 8th day of December 1998, by and between the City of
Fridley, a Minnesota municipal corporation, in the caunty of Anoka, Sate of Minnesota,
hereinafter referred to as'the City" and ETC Fridley Communications Workshop, Incorporated, a
non-profit corporation in the County of Anoka, State of Minnesota, witnesseth:
For and in consideration of the promises, covenants, terms and provisions herein contained, the
parties hereto mutually agree as follows:
1. Period of Agreement. This agreement for a 12 month period, shall be effective January 1, 1998
through December 31, 1998, unless otherwise ternunated by either party with 90 days written
notice. Upon termination of the agreement, all uncommitted amount sha11 be detetmined and
agreed upon by the City Manager and ETC Fridley Communications Workshop, Inc..
2. Responsibilities of ETC Fridley Communications Workshop, Inc.. ETC agrees to provide, on
behalf of the City, services to Fridley residents as follows:
a. To educate members of the public to the potential uses of video communications in the
community.
b. To provide training and technical assistance that will promote citizen use of available
cablecastin; facilities as a non-commercial means of communications.
c. To serve as a resource center for information, materials and equipment relating to the
use of video as a communication medium.
d. To serve as a receiving, holding and disbursing entity for monies intended to promote
non-commercial citizens use of the channel.
e. To provide at the request of the City, assistance to City staff in the programming of its
government access channel, at no additional cost.
3. ETC Fridley Communications Workshop, Inc. further agrees to keep and maintain a qualified
staff of personnel, both paid and volunteer, necessary to perform the services herein set forth.
4. For the period of this agreement the City will grant to ETC Fridley Communications
Workshop, Inc. the amount of $42,700 from the cable franchise fee from the cunent cable
company to the City. Quarterly amount shall be payable upon receipt by the City of the quarterly
franchise fee payment from the cable company.
5. ETC Fridley Communications Workshop, Inc. shall keep accurate and complete records of
financial transactions and shall provide to the city, on a quarterly basis April 1, 1998; 7uly l, 1998;
October 1, 1998; and February 1, 1999, a complete written financial report of its operations
during the period of this agreement. Said records shall include an accounting system maintained in
a generally accepted manner, including, if applicable, the filing of proper t� returns to the Federal
and State Governments, such as payroll tax returns of corporate income tax returns. Said records
shall be available for inspection by the City Manager, members of the Council, and Cable
Commission Members during regular business hours.
6. ETC shall provide to the City a written report of its operational activities, including whatever
data will assist the City in evaluating the effectiveness of ETC in the provision of the services
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herein set forth. Said report will be provided to the City within sixty days after the completion of
this aDreement. ETC will provide interim reports of its operational activities April 1, July 1,
October l; and February 1.
7. ETC shall indemnify, save and hold harmless the City and all of its officers, agents and
employees from any and all claims for losses, injuries, damages and liabilities to persons or
property occasioned wholly or in part by the acts or omissions of ETC, its agents, officers,
employees, members, guests, patrons, or any person or persons associated with ETC or any
purpose.
8. Insurance. ETC Fridley Communications Workshop, Inc. will provide proof of liability
insurance, naming the City as an additional insured in an amount and form as approved by the City
Manager.
9. ETC sha11 provide the City documentation that has obtained non-profit tax-exempt statues from
the Federal Internal Revenue Service and the State of Minnesota Department of Revenue.
10. It is understood and agreed that no alteration or variation of the terms of this agreement shall
be valid unless made in writing and signed by the parties hereto.
11. In the event of a breach by ETC of the terms or conditions of the Agreement, the City sha11
have, in addition to any other legal recourse, the right to terminate this Agreement.
In witness whereof, the parties have caused the Ageement to be executed by their proper
officers, thereunto duly authorized.
William W. Burns, City Manager
Nancy Jorgenson, Mayor
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