09/28/1998 - 00000276THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL
OF SEPTEMBER 28, 1998
The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order by Mayor Jorgenson at
7:30 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, Councilmember Barnette, Councilmember
Billings, Councilmember Schneider and Councilmember Bolkcom
MENIBER ABSENT: None
PROCLAMATIONS:
Student Forei�n Exchan�e Week: September 28 - October 4, 1998:
Mayor 7orgenson read three proclamations honoring Foreign Exchange Student Rafael Collantes
from Chile, Foreign Exchange Student Sabine Holm from Germany, and Foreign Exchange
Student Thanasin Tanompongphandh from Thailand. Each student was invited to the podium to
give a brief statement about their country, their family, and their host family. At that time, Mayor
Jorgenson presented each of them with a plaque. On behalf of the City Council she welcomed
them to Fridley, Minnesota.
Fire Prevention Week: October 4- 10, 1998:
Mayor Jorgenson read a proclamation designating the week of October 4- 10, 1998 as Fire
Prevention Week in the City of Fridley.
Mr. Richard Larson, Deputy Fire Chief, was present to accept the proclamation. He noted that
the Fire Training Center will be open on October 3, 1998 and that the public is invited to visit to
view the community's fire fighting equipment, meet the firefighters and other members of the
City's Public Safety Division. Refreshments will be provided.
Minnesota Manufacturer Week: October 12 - 16, 1998:
Mayor Jorgenson read a proclamation designating the week of October 12 - 16, 1998 as
Minnesota Manufacturer Week in the City of Fridley.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: October 1998:
Mayor Jorgenson read a proclamation designating the month of October as Domestic Violence
Awareness Month in the City of Fridley.
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PRESENTATION:
Mr. Don Helmstetter, Superintendent of Independent School District No. 16, and Mr. Larry
Martini, Director of Fiscal and Human Resources for Independent School District No. 16, were
present to provide the City Council and the public with information about the upcoming excess
levy referendum for Independent School District No. 16 which will be held on November 3, 1998.
It was noted that the levy would cost the average homeowner appro�mately $9.07 per month.
However, with the tax credits that the legislature passed this past session, it would likely result in
a tax decease. The additional monies would be used to help address the deficit, stop the reduction
of staff, stop the erosion of student programs, and keep class sizes down.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked if the school district has experienced any organized opposition to
the proposed levy. Mr. Helmstetter stated that a hotline has been set up to address many of the
questions posed by residents. He noted that most parents are aware of the levy referendum;
however, they are working actively to get additional information out to all parents via mail and
expect to have the information out in the very near future.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
CITY COUNCIL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 14, 1998:
MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to approve the minutes of the September 14, 1998
City Council Meeting as presented in writing. Seconded by Councilmember Billings.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL MEMBERS VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON
DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
OLD BUSINESS:
1. ORDINANCE NO. 1117 RECODIFYING THE FRILLY CITY CODE, CHAPTER
205, ENTITLED "ZONING" BY AMENDING NEW SECTION 205.29, "0-5
TELECOMMUNICATIONS TOWERS AND FACILITIES DISTRICT" TO
REGULATE AUTOMATIC METER READING SYSTEMS BY AMENDING THE
THIRD "WHEREAS," AND BY AMENDING SECTIONS 205.29.01, 205.29.02,
205.29.03, 205.29.05, 205.29.07, 205.29.19, 205.29.22, 205.29.23 AND BY
AMENDING SECTION 11.10, FEES (ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT, ZTA #98-
O1, BY CELLNET DATA SERVICES (MSP, INC.):
and
ADOPT ORDINANCE TO PUBLISH OFFICIAL TITLE AND SUMMARY:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, explained that this ordinance establishes the conditions under
which automated meter reading devices may be attached to utility poles. It amends
Section 205.29 and Section 11.10 of the Fridley City Code dealing with
telecommunications towers and facilitates and fees. These amendments define automated
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meter reading devices, describe a permitting process, and identify standards for their
installation. The City Council held a public hearing and approved the first reading of this
ordinance at their September 14 meeting. Staff recommended the approval of the second
reading and approval of the title of the publication by official title and summary.
APPROVED SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 1117 RECODIFYING
THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE, CHAPTER 205, ENTITLED "ZONING" BY
AMENDING NEW SECTION 205.29, "0-5 TELECOMMUNICATIONS TOWERS
AND FACILITIES DISTRICT" TO REGULATE AUTOMATIC METER
READING SYSTEMS BY AMENDING THE THIRD "WHEREAS," AND BY
AMENDING SECTIONS 205.29.01, 205.29.02, 205.29.03, 205.29.05, 205.29.07,
205.29.19, 205.29.22, 205.29.23 AND BY AMENDING SECTION 11.10, FEES
(ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT, ZTA #98-01, BY CELLNET DATA SERVICES
(MSP, INC.) AND APPROVED TITLE OF THE PUBLICATION BY OFFICIAL
TITLE AND SUMMARY.
2. ORDINANCE RECODIFYING THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE, CHAPTER 205,
ENTITLED "ZONING", BY ADDING NEW SECTION 205.25, "S-3, HEAVY
INDUSTRIAL, ONAWAY ADDITION DISTRICT", TO RE-NUMBER
REMAINING SECTIONS IN THE ZONING CODE; TO AMEND SECTION
205.18.03A; AND TO MAKE A CHANGE IN THE ZONING DISTRICTS;
and
ADOPT ORDINANCE TO PUBLISH OFFICIAL TITLE AND SUMMARY:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, explained that legislation was drafted to address the issue of
small, non-conforming industrial lots that were created in the area bounded by the
Burlington Northern Railroad Tracks, Main Street, 79th Way and 77th Avenue in the
1960s and 1970s. In order to address these problems, a special district, encompassing all
but two of the lots in this area has been created. The requirements of the new district
replace the requirements of the M-2 zoning code. The new language will reduce the
required lot sizes from 1.5 acres to 10,000 square feet. It also reduces setback
requirements to conform with the setbacks of e�sting buildings in this area. In addition,
the minimum lot size for the M-2 district has been reduced from 1.5 acres to 62,000
square feet. The combination of the changes reduces the number of non-conforming
properties in this area from 54 to 4. The four non-conforming lots are confined to a small
area along 77th Avenue. The first reading of this ordinance was approve at the Council's
September 14 meeting. Staff recommends approval of the second reading and seeks
authorization to publish the ordinance by official title and summary.
THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED
ON THE REGULAR AGENDA, IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING ITEM 19.
NEW BUSINESS:
3. APPROVE REVISED JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF FRIDLEY AND THE COUNTY OF ANOKA FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF
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COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY NO. 35 (CENTRAL AVENUE FROM TRUNK
HIGHWAY 65 TO 81ST AVENUE )(CENTRAL AVENUE IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. ST. 1998-4):
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this is the second revision to this Joint Powers
Agreement. This revision will accommodate a request by Onan to install a new driveway
and water and sewer services for a proposed warehouse project to be constructed south of
their e�sting facilities. It also accommodates a$100,000 math error in the County's
calculation of Fridley's costs that was included in the last agreement. These changes will
bring the City's total costs from $594,438 to $744,307. These costs are expected to be
paid for from a combination of assessments and state aid off-system funding.
APPROVED REVISED JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF FRIDLEY AND THE COUNTY OF ANOKA FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF
COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY NO. 35 (CENTRAL AVENUE FROM TRUNK
HIGHWAY 65 TO 81ST AVENUE) (CENTRAL AVENUE IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. ST. 1998-4).
4. MOTION TO APPROVE THE 1998-99 SNOW REMOVAL PLAN FOR THE
CITY OF FRIDLEY:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that at the suggestion of the League of Minnesota Cities,
staff submitted the 1998-99 snow removal plan for Council approval. The plan is the
same as last year's plan with the exception that it provides for contractual plowing in the
south industrial areas.
APPROVED THE 1998-99 SNOW REMOVAL PLAN FOR THE CITY OF
FRIDLEY.
5. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 TO THE FRIDLEY COMMUNITY
CENTER LOWER LEVEL, PROJECT NO. 319:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that staff is requesting a change order in the amount of
$8,154, which would cover the following items:
1) plumbing revisions associated with a drinking fountain and mop basin. $1,523.
2) painting the open ceiling area above the wood grid ceiling $1,785.
3) new gas line, intake, exhaust venting, and dampers associated
with the installation of the fireplace. $4, 846.
The change order would bring the total project cost to $241,221. The original estimated
cost was $278,209.
APPROVED CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 TO THE FRIDLEY COMMUNITY
CENTER LOWER LEVEL, PROJECT NO. 319, BY CRAWFORD-MERZ
CONSTRUCTION COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,154.
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6. APPROVE PUBLIC SCHOOL INSPECTION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF FRIDLEY AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA, DEPARTMENT OF
PUBLIC SAFETY - FIRE MARSHAL DIVISION:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that renewal of this agreement would allow the Fire
Department to continue to do annual fire inspections in the public schools. The agreement
would remain in effect to the year 2001.
APPROVE PUBLIC SCHOOL INSPECTION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF FRIDLEY AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA, DEPARTMENT OF
PUBLIC SAFETY - FIRE MARSHAL DIVISION.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 60-1998 APPOINTING ELECTION JUDGES FOR THE 1998
GENERAL ELECTION:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that staff is recommending the appointment of the
individuals listed on Page 7.02 of the agenda. The judges will be paid at a rate of $7.00
per hour for regular judges and $7.50 per hour for the Chairman of the Election Board.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 60-1998 APPOINTING
ELECTION JUDGES FOR THE 1998 GENERAL ELECTION.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 61-1998 PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF
$4,185,000 IN TAXABLE GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT BONDS,
SERIES 1998B:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, explained that these bonds are being issued to provide
permanent financing for the acquisition of the "Lake Pointe" property in December 1992.
They will replace temporary bond financing that matures on November 1, 1998. Sealed
bids for the bonds were opened on September 28. Three institutions submitted bids, with
the best bid being provided by Norwest at a rate of 5.63 percent.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 61-1998 PROVIDING FOR
THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $4,185,000 IN TAXABLE GENERAL
OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT BONDS, SERIES 1998B.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 62-1998 FOR HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT
FOR HACKMANN AVENUE/HACKMANN CIRCLE IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. ST. 1998-1:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the notice for the assessment hearing would be
printed in Focus News on October 1 and October 8, 1998. The hearing would be held on
October 19, 1998.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 62-1998 ESTABLISHING A HEARING ON
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT FOR HACKMANN AVENUE/HACKMANN
CIRCLE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. ST. 1998-1.
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10. RESOLUTION NO. 63-1998 DECLARING COST TO BE ASSESSED AND
ORDERING PREPARATION OF PROPOSED ASSESSMENT FOR HACKMANN
AVENUE/HACKMANN CIRCLE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. ST. 1998-1:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, explained that the final cost for this project was $501,131.34.
Of this amount, $58,753.50 will be assessed to 59 property owners at a cost of $11.50 per
foot.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 63-1998, DECLARING COST TO BE ASSESSED
AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF PROPOSED ASSESSMENT FOR
HACKMANN AVENUE/HACKMANN CIRCLE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
NO. ST. 1998-1.
11. RESOLUTION NO. 64-1998 FOR HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT
FOR RICE CREEK BANK STABILIZATION PROJECT NO. 309:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the notice of this hearing will appear in the October
1 and the October 8, 1998 issues of Focus News. The hearing on these assessments is
scheduled for October 19, 1998.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 64-1998, FOR HEARING ON PROPOSED
ASSESSMENT FOR RICE CREEK BANK STABILIZATION PROJECT NO. 309.
12. RESOLUTION NO. 65-1998 DECLARING COST TO BE ASSESSED AND
ORDERING PREPARATION OF PROPOSED ASSESSMENT FOR THE RICE
CREEK BANK STABILIZATION PROJECT NO. 309:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, noted that the final cost of this project is $246,376.07. Of this
amount, $117,240.50 will be reimbursed by the Rice Creek Watershed District.
Additionally, $7,200 has been reimbursed by the Anoka County Soil and Water
Conservation District. Of the remainder, $57,164.80 will be assessed to twenty-three
property owners at the rate of $20.30 per lineal foot.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION N0.65-1998, DECLARING COST TO BE ASSESSED
AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF PROPOSED ASSESSMENT FOR THE
RICE CREEK BANK STABILIZATION PROJECT NO. 309.
13. MOTION TO APPROVE THE WARDEN OIL INTERIM FUNDING
AGREEMENT:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, explained that this proposed agreement will provide for
additional financial participation by Fridley in the amount of $3,190.08 as a partner in a
"Potential Responsible Parties" group. The group was formed from among potential
litigants who have been named by MPCA as entities whose waste oil found its way to the
former Warden Oil site in Minneapolis. The City's contribution, along with total
contributions of $150,000 would be used to hire Barr Engineering to do e�tensive
technical analysis of the site. The original agreement was entered into in October of 1997.
The City's initial contribution to the group was $1,066.02.
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APPROVED THE WARDEN OIL INTERIM FUNDING AGREEMENT.
14. RESOLUTION NO. 66-1998 APPROVING SETTLEMENT AND AUTHORIZING
PAYMENT THEREOF (MPRS):
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the attorney for the 36 cities that are involved in the
NIl'RS lawsuit recommended a further settlement. In order to avoid reporting
requirements to the District Court for police testing, the City Attorney has arranged a final
settlement with the plaintiffs' attorneys. According to the settlement agreement, the cities
would provide an additional $15,000. Since Fridley's share of appro�mately $417 is
relative small and the relief is considerable, staff recommended settlement.
APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 66-1998, APPROVING SETTLEMENT AND
AUTHORIZING PAYMENT THEREOF (MPRS).
15. APPOINTMENT: CITY EMPLOYEE:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that staff recommended the appointment of Paul Bolin to
the Planning Assistant position recently vacated by Paul Tatting. Paul has two B.A.
Degrees from the University of Minnesota at Duluth in Urban and Regional Planning and
Political Science. He has been employed as a Planner by the Arrowhead Regional
Development Commission for the past three years and has done related work for the cities
of Cloquet and Duluth. He has experience in housing studies, land use planning, and has
worked with design review ordinance, zoning updates, comprehensive plan updates and
GIS map generation. If appointed to the position, he would being work November 2,
1998.
APPROVED APPOINTMENT OF PAUL BOLIN TO THE POSITION OF
PLANNING ASSISTANT.
16. CLAIMS:
APPROVED PAYMENT OF CLAIM NOS. 82880-83129.
17. LICENSES:
APPROVED LICENSES AS LISTED ON PAGES 17.01 THROUGH 17.06 OF THE
COUNCIL AGENDA.
18. ESTIMATES:
APPROVED ESTIMATES AS FOLLOWS:
Newquist & Ekstrum, Chartered
301 Fridley Plaza Office Building
6401 University Avenue N.E.
Fridley, MN 55432
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Services Rendered as City Prosecuting
Attorney for the Month of June, 1998 $16,817.50
Councilmember Billings asked that Item 2 of the Consent Agenda be removed for discussion.
MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to approve the Consent Agenda, AS AMENDED.
Seconded by Councilmember Schneider.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
Mayor Jorgenson asked that Item 2 be placed on the regular agenda under New Business,
immediately following Item 19.
MOTION by Councilmember Schneider to approve the adoption of the agenda AS AMENDED.
Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL MEMBERS VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON
DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
OPEN FORUM, VISITORS:
Mayor Jorgenson explained that this is the time reserved for residents to address Council on items
that are not on the agenda.
There were no questions or comments from the public.
NEW BUSINESS:
19. VARIANCE REQUEST, VAR #98-26, BY WILLIAM ZBIKOWSKI,
TOOLKRAFT, INC. TO REDUCE THE REAR YARD SETBACK FROM 25
FEET TO 8 FEET TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 100' x 200'
ADDITION TO AN EXISTING INDUSTRIAL BUILDING, GENERALLY
LOCATED AT 7500 COMMERCE LANE N.E. (WARD 3):
Mr. Hickok, Planning Coordinator, explained that Mr. Zbikowski, owner of Toolkraft, Inc.,
requested a 17 foot variance (from 25 feet to 8 feet) to allow the construction of a 100 foot by
200 foot addition to his industrial facility at 7500 Commerce Lane. The property is zoned M-2,
Heavy Industrial, and is surrounded by industrial properties.
On September 9, 1998, the Appeals Commission considered the rear yard variance to allow an 8
foot versus 25 foot setback; however, the item was tabled due to the absence of the petitioner.
Chairman Kuechle had a question about the property to the west and the relationship to the
proposed building. Mr. Hickok presented an aerial diagram to indicate the location of both
properties in question.
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In 1990, the City granted a variance from 25 feet to 8 feet for Humberto Martinez at 7786 Beech
Street N.E. The Appeals Commission recommended approval of this request at their
September 23 meeting, with the following stipulations: 1) the building grounds be modified to
meet the current minimum landscape requirements; and 2) additional parking stalls be provided to
meet code requirements. The precise number of stalls shall be based on the use of the space
within the addition. Both of the stipulations were acceptable to the petitioner. MOTION by
Councilmember Bolkcom to approve Variance Request, VAR #98-26, with the stipulations as
follows: 1) that the building grounds be modified to meet the current minimum landscape
requirements; and 2) that additional parking stalls be provided to meet code requirements. The
precise number of stalls shall be based on the use of the space within the addition. Seconded by
Councilmember Billings.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL MEMBERS VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON
DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
2. ORDINANCE NO. 1118 RECODIFYING THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE,
CHAPTER 205, ENTITLED "ZONING", BY ADDING NEW SECTION 205.25,
"S-3, HEAVY INDUSTRIAL, ONAWAY ADDITION DISTRICT", TO RE-
NUMBER REMAINING SECTIONS IN THE ZONING CODE; TO AMEND
SECTION 205.18.03A; AND TO MAKE A CHANGE IN THE ZONING
DISTRICTS;
and
ADOPT ORDINANCE TO PUBLISH OFFICIAL TITLE AND SUMMARY:
Councilmember Billings stated that he believed the intent of the amendment was to have the
zoning code match what the City has in practice out in the field. If this is the case, it would seem
appropriate to reduce the minimum lot requirement in the M-2 district from 1.5 acres to 61,500
square feet, rather than the proposed 62,000 square feet. This would enable one additional
property to comply with the code requirements, thereby leaving only one other property non-
conforming. Mr. Hickok responded that this would be appropriate.
MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to approve the Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1118
and to publish the Official Title and Summary.
MOTION by Councilmember Billings to AMEND the Ordinance as follows: 1) Under Section 2,
strike "62,000 square feet" and insert "61,500 square feet"; 2) In the third paragraph of Section II
of the Official Title and Summary, strike "62,000 square feet" and insert "6,500 square feet".
This would make the minimum lot size 61,500 square feet rather than 62,000 square feet.
Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom.
VOTE ON AMENDMENT: UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR
JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
VOTE ON ORIGINAL MOTION: UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE,
MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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20. INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS:
Mayor Jorgenson reminded residents of the Fridley Fire Department's annual open house for Fire
Prevention Week It will be held at 300 - 71st Avenue N.E. from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. She
encouraged resident participation.
Councilmember Bolkcom stated that she would like to invite all residents to the Fridley
Community Center Grand Opening on October 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. There will be a
number of different activities, including a pancake breakfast put on by the Fridley Lions served
from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. She encouraged all to attend.
Councilmember Billings stated that there will be a presentation on Thursday, October 22 at
7:00 p.m. at the Municipal Center to provide information to the public on the commuter rail that
is being discussed. This commuter rail would run from Minneapolis to St. Cloud. If you are
unable to attend, two additional presentations will be held on October 20 in Elk River and on
October 27 in Becker.
Councilmember Billings asked for a status report on staffs meeting with Menard's management in
regard to their request for a license for outdoor Christmas tree sales.
Mr. Hickok, Planning Coordinator, stated that he met with legal council for Menards on Monday,
September 28. They were aware of the stipulations for outdoor sales and display. They would
like to locate the Christmas tree sales south of the building, inside the gate which was approved as
a sales area by the City under a special use permit.
Councilmember Schneider asked that staff provide periodic reminder notices to Menards of the
outdoor sales requirements so that they remain aware of the stipulations.
Councilmember Billings asked that staff follow up their meeting with a letter to Menard's
management staff, recapping the discussion they had and the agreements. Additionally, Menards
should be reminded that failing to abide by the stipulations of the special use permit could result in
revocation of the special use permit.
MOTION by Councilmember Billings to approve the license for the Christmas tree sales for
Menards for the 1998-99 season. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
ADJOURNMENT:
MOTION by Councilmember Schneider to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Councilmember
Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, all voting aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion carried
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unanimously and the Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council of September 28, 1998 was
adj ourned at 8:3 5 p. m.
Respectfully submitted,
Tamara D. Saefke Nancy J. Jorgenson
Recording Secretary Mayor