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01/24/2000 - 29290� y. i ti� • _ anor FRIDLEY FRIDLEY CITY COIINCIL MEETING ATTENDENCE SHEET Man.day, Janucuc� 24, 2000 � 7:30 P.M. PLEASE PRINT NAME, ADDRESS AND ITEM NUMBER YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PRINT NAME (CLEARLY) � ADDRESS � w1 ITEM NUMBER ^, , �;�l ►� c; nJ rv r� S 1�C,f4- �c� a 1� /'�" ��%I — l � 1 ��� �� �C , � f`3�� l�� � — �� � ` �� 0 ? oi �'<L/-z c.�N J � ,- � '�; � �' � � � �' � r�=� V' S �'n� %:3 � %/ � �/C � �° � � .�-.�` � � � ��l �.S�e � e� �.s � , �,��_ x �..1c� rn��� C��r�i ��ll l�-�5 ������. �l�t' �E'��-�c -�r= �,�'�k��.+.i 1`"lic� �c��:i;`.L -i �,�•>cv� , �.�. 1 � . S. " ��%- �.� � ��.c� � c��� ■ ,n � � CfiY OF FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 The City of Fridley will not discriminate against or harass anyone in the admission or access to, or treatment, or employment in its services, programs, or activities because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation or status with regard 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 disabilities who require au�ciliary aids should contact Roberta Collins at 572-3500 at least one week in advance. (TTD/572-3534) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. PROCLAMATION: Henry (Hank) Peterson Appreciation Day — January 24, 2000 APPROVAL OF MINUTES: City Council Meeting of December 13, 1999 Special City Council Meeting of December 20, 1999 City Council Meeting of January 3, 2000 �. , , FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 PAGE 2 APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: NEW BUSINESS: � 1. Resolution Ordering Preliminary Plans, Specifications and Estimates of the Costs : Thereof: Street Improvement Project No. ST. 2000 — 1 .......................................................................... 1- 3 2. Resolution Receiving the Preliminary Report and Calling for a Public Hearing on the Matter of Construction of Certain Improvements: Street Improvement Project No. ST. 2000 —1 .............................. 4- 6 3. Resolution Ordering Improvement, Approval of Plans and Specifications and Ordering Advertisement for Bids: Street Improvement Project No. ST. 2000 —10 (Sealcoat) ..................,........................ 7- 9 4. Resolution Ordering Improvement, Approval of Plans and Ordering Advertisement for Bids: Sanitary and Storm Sewer Repair Project No. 329 ....................................................................................... 10 - 14 , �,1 � 5. Resolution Ordering Advertisement for Bids: 2000 — Removal and Replacement of Miscellaneous Concrete Curb and Gutter and Sidewalk Project ,. No. 330 ....................................................................................... 15 - 16 0 1� � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 PAGE 3 APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED): 6. Receive Bid and Award Contract for Hypolim Aerator Replacement for Moore Lake to Hegi Enterprises LLC ................ 17 - 18 7. Resolution Designating Official Check Signers for the City of Fridley's Flexible Spending Account ....................... 19 - 20 8. Resolution Adding a Third Change Fund to the MunicipalLiquor Fund .................................................................. 21 - 22 9. Motion to Approve Change Order No. 1 for the Fridley Liquor Store Project (Ward 3) ........................................... 23 - 25 10. Resolution in Support of an Application for a Minnesota Lawful Gambling Premise Permit for Moose Lodge 38 (8298 University Avenue N.E.) (Ward 3) .............................................................................. 26 - 27 11. Claims ....................................................................................... 28 12. Licenses ....................................................................................... 29 - 30 FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 PAGE 4 ADOPTION OF AGENDA. !� I OPEN FORUM, VISITORS: (Consideration of Items not on Agenda — 15 Minutes) PUBLIC HEARINGS: 13. Locai Law Enforcement Biock Grant ............................................... 31 14. Year 2000 Community Development Biock GrantApplication ............................................................................. 32 - 33 OLD BUSINESS: 15. Motion to Authorize Advertisement for Bids for a New Fire Engine for the Fire (Tabled November22, 1999) ........................................................................ 34 � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 PAGE 5 OLD BUSINESS (CONTINUED): 16. Resolution Appointing/Reaffirming City of Fridley Representatives to the Six Cities Watershed Management Organization (Tabled January 3, 2000) ................................................................ 35 - 43 NEW BUSINESS: 17. Approve Year 2000 Community Development Block Grant Application ................................................................... 44 18. Informal Status Reports ................................................................... 45 ADJOURN. � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY24, 2000 �-�'G� �.' ClfY OF FRIDLEY The City of Fridley will not discriminate against or harass anyone in the admission or access to, or treatrnent, or employment in its services, programs, or activities because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation or status with regard 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 disabilities who require auxiliary aids should contact Roberta Collins at 572-3500 at least one week in advance. (TTD/572-3534) ��-c�t �`o �'1,��,�, — 7_'3� ,�-� _ PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. J' PROCLAMATION: `i-�L.l •�s-+�"..-.�..� � ^�. 2..�7./I^R�c`�- �it�-� Henry (HankJ Peterson Appreciation Day — January 24, 2000 ��z-,�,.� � �,....� ,�..,�� �� ,��;�-� APPROVAL OF MINUTES: City Council Meeting of December 13, �1999 Special City Counci! Meeting of December 20, 1999 City Council Meeting of January 3, 2000 APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: NEW BUSINESS: � lJ 1. Resolution Ordering Prelimin Plans, Specifications and Estimates o the Costs Thereof: Street Improvement Project No. ST. 2000 —1 ......................... 1- 3 2. APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED): � 3. Resolution Ordering Improvement, Approval of Plans and Specifications and Ordering Advertisement for Bids: Street � Improvement Project No. ST. 2000 —10 (Sealcoat) ................................... 7 - 9 C�-�t-�'-�.s� G�'cv , � 4. Resolution Ordering Improvement, Approval �� of Plans and Ordering Advertisement for Bids: Sanitary and Storm Sewer Repair Project No. 329 ................................... 10 -14 �-�,.('%�`t �`"' � ��� � lG 5. Resolution Ordering Advertisement for Bids: 2000 — Removal and Replacement of Miscellaneous Concrete Curb and Gutter a � Sidewalk Project No. 330 ............ 15 - 16 a �C'I ��C� �/2e�: , � G�- � Resolution Receiving the Prelimin eport and Calling for a Public Hearing on t e Matter of Construction of Certain Improvements: Street Improvement Project No. ST. 2000 — 1 .................................. 4 - 6 G���� �y � a---�'-i�.�' ,���-- , � ._, 6. , Receive Bid and Award Contract for Hypolim Aerator Replacement for Moore Lake to Hegi Enterprises LLC .......................... 17 -18 �.� -�..�( � a-� ��..��� 7 � �� ,��,��� C %� f Resolution Designating Official Check Signers for the City of Fridley's Flexible Spending Account ................................... 19 - 20 � ��-� ✓��. � . -� .. "� FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: PUBLIC HEARINGS: NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED): 8. Resolution Adding a Third Change Fund `� to the Municipal Liquor Fund ....... 21 - 22 l� � ) �...�--�t-.� �.. �- 9. Motion to Approve Change Order No. 1 for the Fridley Liquor Store Project (Ward 3) ................................... 23 - 25 �- �C%�.--�.� �'`'`�f:.°"' ' h,�, . / 13. 14. PAGE 2 Local Law Enforcement Block Grant ...............�...��..�.�31� . '�ri/��-l�''�.-�- �/ t�,r �,.:"�- �--.fily � �1-ti"�- /�`„'`.r�+f . 7.G-T`i-��/ �".,�.`—`e - 7,r °,S c�� a �i,�.�� a-1 � r-G� - e�--r-•-R- ��"'...� , �-�-.,�" " ��e - ��,s3 �� Year 2000 Community Development Block G��Qplicat�.....�.� ... .......... 32 - 33 ��-..-,.... �� zti,-;f,i.,;,.� ,�.,ti..�. , � C%''`'"' �� " L�� % r S� U �m � �-r'-t--� �`i f',la��-� `c�U"^-�� �. � � , 2 Z �---�- - . �� OLD BUSINESS: 15. 10. Resolution in Support of an Application for a Minnesota Lawful Gambling Premise Permit for Moose Lodge 38 (8298 University Avenue c N.E.} (Ward 3) ............................. 26 - 27 t � d �,C� ��..c G�,- , � f- i � 11. Claims ' ................................... 28 � -� `� / � °�S - 9i .�a �7 � � Motion to Authorize Advertisement for Bids for a New Fire Engine for the Fire (Tabled November 22, 1999) ....................... �3�4���,,,,�_ d%y/� /�r.u-,..�. �% Cic%� — l� � � � , , , � �,�. �/r,� ��-- �./ ��.,..�,�...�-.. �„�.a, `- ` � �-�.,.�._ �,- �-`�."�" �,:`` ..�.,'�;.�, .. �.,�._„-_ Resolution Appointing/ReafFrming City of Fridley Representatives to the Six Cities hlVatershed Management Organization (Tabled January 3, 2000) ............... 35 - 43 i���,/•�''�fc.�-•--^— ,�- / .�•�-,.-� '/�^—� 12. Licenses ... . ........................... 29 - 30 I ��� " �/�'`.�..`X� - :�r f.�'��.-.�'�, a� /�r,�,�..,,�„� , ���,�-�- ..-c�'�-���-�-_- iG�-�. C�y.�- �� • ��. �`_' ---��� � � � c"��'� �� � � NEW BUSINESS: ADOPTION OF AGENDA. �h/��,•t�-v,-�.� �-��v�ti�"' �.�._,�,_` � �,.,.�.�.�..�--.� ��.-�.� . OPEN FORUM, VISITORS: 17. Approve Year 2000 Community Development Block Grant Application .................. 44 ����_,...� �-/���.. - �� .� �� ��' .�.�. �--�- . 18. Informal Status Reports .......... (Consideration of Items not on Agenda -15 Minutes) yj „Z�,� r �- %'��� ��..,�._..�..� �..�� ���� � � �%.�-� �,�-�~�" � �.�,�,-,,,,�,.,�..A-.. �`�-�- . ADJOURN. �7j� ���--+�-��� 45 ,�--� �ic/ f `��.. ��� 1 �( /� � n,i^L/`... � {/� - � � �� I � �� = 1 = = `= ����� ������ �������� ������'��'�� ��� JANUARY 24, 2000 WHEREAS, Hank Peterson was a long-time resident and civic leader within the City of Fridley; and WHEREAS, Hank Peterson made many contributions to the physical, social and recreational needs of the City of Fridley; and WHEREAS, Hank Peterson was concerned about the beauty and improvement of land within Fridley; and WHEREAS, Hank Peterson volunteered countless hours to help his community recover from the 1965 tornado and several floods during the past 30 years; and WHEREAS, through his efforts, the Ciry of Fridley and Anoka County were able to add additional park land to the communiry, including Islands of Peace Park, and WHEREAS, Hank Peterson co founded Fridley `49er Days and served as the chairperson of the annua! parade for nine years; and WHEREAS, Hank Peterson helped establish the American Legion Post 303 in Fridley; and WHEREAS, Hank Peterson established and taught American citizenship classes at the American Legion and, through his efforts, enabled over 1, 000 people to become American citizens; and WHEREAS, Hank Peterson's dedication, high energy leve! and commitment to our community has greatly enhanced the qualiry of life in the City of Fridley; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOL VED, that we, the undersigned members of the Fridley City Council, proclaim January 24, 2000, to be FO�F�IRIf (H�►F�I�C) PE��RSOiiI �►PPRECI�1TIOi�I D/41( in the City of Fridley. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have set our hands and caused the seal of the City of Fridley to be a�Ced this 24th day ofJanuary, 2000. Nancy J. Jorgenson Mayor Steven E. Billings Councilmember, Ward 1 Robert L. Barnette Counciimember-at-La.rge Richard P. Wolfe Councilmember, Ward II Ann R. Bolkcom Councilmember, Ward Il7 a THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR NTEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF DECEMBER 13, 1999 The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order by Mayor Jor�enson 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, and Councilmember Bolkcom MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilmember Wolfe STATEMENT OF MEETING CONDUCT: Please be reminded that those present at today's meeting may hold a variety of views and opinions regarding the business to be conducted. The exercise of democracy through representative local government requires that ALL points of view be accommodated at these proceedings. It is further expected that a standard of mutual courtesy and respectfulness be exercised by all in attendance, through our individual expression, manner of speaking, and conduct. Therefore, please receive the views of other with the same degree of courtesy and respect which you desire to be given your views and opinions. Any departures from this standard will be addressed by the Presiding Officer through whatever means are deemed appropriate. Thank you for your attendance at today's meeting, and your agreement to abide by these standards of personal conduct. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MOTION by Councilmember Billings to approve the City Council meeting minutes of November 22, 1999. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: NEW BUSINESS: 1. RECEIVE THE PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 17, 1999: RECEIVED THE PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 17,1999. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING NIINUTES OF DECEMBER 13, 1999 PAGE 2 2. RECEIVE THE PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES OF DECEMBER 1,1999: I RECEIVED THE PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES OF DECEMBER 1, 1999. 3. RESOLUTION NO. 94-1999 APPROVING A SUBDIVISION, LOT SPLIT, LS #99-04, TO CREATE TWO DUPLEX (TWO FAMILY) PARCELS, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 5361 SIXTH STREET N.E. (WARD 11 (BY GARY WELLNER): Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the petitioner, Gary Wellner, was seeking a lot split for a property that contains two existing duplexes. The Planning Commission unanimously approved his request at their November 17 meeting. Staff recommended Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 94-1999. 4. VARIANCE REQUEST, VAR #99-30, BY GARY WELLNER, TO REDUCE THE SIDE YARD SETBACK FROM 10 FEET TO 7.99 FEET TO CORRECT AN EXISTING NONCONFORMITY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 5361 SIXTH STREET N.E. �WARD 1): Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that in 1960, at the time of construction of one of the two of Mr. Wellner's duplexes, the duplex was constructed a distance of 7.99 feet from the side lot line rather than the required 10 feet. Council was asked to forgive the enor by granting a variance for the 7.99 foot side yard. The Appeals Commission unanimously approved this request at their November 10 meeting. Staff recommended Council's approval. APPROVED VARIANCE REQUEST, VAR #99-30. 5. RESOLUTION NO. 95-1999 APPROVING A SUBDIVISION, LOT SPLIT, LS #99-05, TO ESTABLISH NEW PROPERTY LINES FOR TWO RESIDENTIAL PARCELS, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 5928 WOODY LANE N.E. (WARD 2): Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this was consideration of a resolution approving a subdivision lot split for property located at 5928 Woody Lane. The petitioners, David and Sharon Landes, have reached an agreement with their neighbors to purchase 550 square feet of their property. The acquisition would allow Mr. and Mrs. Landes to properly slope a new retaining wall on their property in a manner less conducive to washouts. They asked for a lot split for the purpose of adding the 550 square feet to their property. The Planning Commission gave their unanimous approval to this request at their December 1 meeting. Staff recommended Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 95-1999. 6. APPROVE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY AND STEPHEN P. VARICHAK DOLORES M. VARICHAK, JAMES SURDYK, AND LYNNE E. SURDYK �WARD 2Z Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the development agreement embodies the 254 stipulations that were attached to the Varichak plat that was approved by Council on August 9. The agreement has since been modified to include Stipulation No. 24 regarding storm water FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 13 1999 PAGE 3 � management. Mr. Knaak, City Attorney, recommended the development agreement format, which was Stipulation No. 25. Upon approval by Council, the agreement would be recorded. ' Staff recommended Council's concurrence. APPROVED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT. 7. RESOLUTION NO. 96-1999 APPROVING A FINAL PLAT, PS #99-03. BY STEPHEN VARICHAK TO REPLAT PROPERTY TO ACCOMMODATE THREE SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL LOTS, GENERALLY LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF GARDENA AVENUE AND BENJAMIN STREET (WARD 2): Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that staff recommended the approval of the final plat with one additional stipulation. Since the petitioner's surveyor inadvertently neglected to include a 50 foot drainage easement on the mylars for the final plat, staff stipulated that an easement document be prepared in recordable form and that the document be attached to the recorded final plat. With this change, staff recommended Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 96-1999. 8. RESOLUTION NO. 97-1999 APPROVING A VACATION, SAV #99-07. VACATING DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS BY MEDTRONIC INC.) (WARD 1): Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that Medtronic requested that Council vacate the drainage and utility easements that were originally associated with the seven single family lots on Jackson and Quincy Streets. They also requested the vacation of an easement on the northeast corner of the site. These vacated easements would be replaced by a new easement which encompasses newly constructed utilities. After review at their December 1 meeting, the Planning Commission gave their unanimous consent to these two vacations with two stipulations. Staff recommended Council's concurrence. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 97-1999. 9. RESOLUTION NO. 98-1999 APPROVING A PLAT, PS #99-01. BY MEDTRONIC INC. TO REPLAT PROPERTY TO ACCOMMODATE THE MEDTRONIC CORPORATE CAMPUS GENERALLY LOCATED AT MEDTRONIC PARKWAY AND TH 65 �WARD 1� Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the preliminary plat for the Medtronic project as approved by Council on May 24, 1999 has been finalized. The final plat was in order and contained the easements which were required as part of the drainage and utility vacation action considered in Item No. 8. The council agenda book contained an exhibit that includes all of the stipulations for this plat. Staff recommended Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NUMBER NO. 98-1999. 10. RESOLUTION APPROVING SPECIAL LEGISLATION AND APPROVING EXTENSION OF TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 6: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this resolution would approve the terms for extension of the Medtronic Tax Increment District that were contained in legislation adopted by the State FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING NTINUTES OF DECEMBER 13. 1999 PAGE 4 Legislature in 1999. The law enables the City to extend the duration of this district, TIF District � No. 6, from 2011 to 2025. These terms have been agreed to by both School District No. 13 and by Anoka County. The City must file a certificate attesting to these approvals as well as its own . approval prior to the begin.ning of the next legislative session if the extension is to remain valid. Staff recommended Council's approval. THIS ITEI�'I WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON THE REGULAR AGENDA AFTER ITEM NO. 27. ll. RESOLUTION NO. 100-1999 MODIFYING THE REDEVLOPNIENT PLAN FOR REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT #1 AND THE TAX INCREMENT FINANICNG PLANS FOR TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICTS NUMBERS 1 THROUGH 3. 6. 7, AND 9 THROUGH 16 TO REFLECT ENLARGEMENT OF THE PROJECT AREA AND INCREASED PROJECT COSTS TO BE UNDERTAKEN WITHIN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NUMBER 1: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that there are three actions encompassed by this resolution. The first action is enlargement of the City's redevelopment project area. The second action is modification of TIF budgets within the redevelopment plan. The third action is amendment of the plan as it relates to TIF District No. 6 in a manner which extends the district in accordance with 1999 State law. Mr. Burns said that there were maps included in the packet of the enlargement of the project area. Extension encompasses land along I-694 from Highway 65 to the Mississippi River. It covers the Gateway East and Hyde Park areas east of the railroad tracks. It also covers all of the area west of the tracks from 615` Avenue South. Additionally, it covers Riverview Heights and seventy scattered parcels that we have identified for future rehabilitation. By extending the project area, the City would gain the flexibility to do future projects in this area. The action, however, does not create tax increment financing districts in theses areas. These would be created later �vhen the City does specific projects. Mr. Burns continued by saying that the modification of the budgets are for existing districts, including the Medtronic District (District No. 6). They restate district expenditures in keeping with revenues raised in the districts. Restated budgets for District Nos. 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16 are contained in Exhibit I-C of Council's packet material. Amendment of the TIF Plan No. 6 is to extend the duration of the district. By this action, staff would be modifying the plan for District No. 6 as provided for in 1999 State legislation. These modifications have been approved by the Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA), the Columbia Heights School Board and the Anoka County Board. Staff recommended Council's approval of these items. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON THE REGULAR AGENDA. 12. RESOLUTION NO. 101-1999 WAIVING PREPAYMENT PROVISIONS RELATING TO GENERAL OBLIGATION TAX INCREMENT NOTE, SERIES_1997: , FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 13 1999 PAGE 5 � Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that in 1997, the City loaned the Fridley HRA $1,500,000 for its housing rehabilitation loan program. The resolution creates the possibility that a portion of this � money may be returned by the HRA to the City priar to December 31, 1999. Specifically, it waives the thirty-day notice requirement that would be necessary for early prepayment of the loan. Staff recommended Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 101-1999. 13. RESOLUTION NO. 102-1999 AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR THE CITY OF FRIDLEY TO THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that with this action Council would be transmitting a copy of the City's draft Comprehensive Plan to the Metropolitan Council prior to the State imposed December 31, 1999 deadline. This is a draft resolution and, as such, would be reviewed by the Metropolitan Council concurrently with further public input and Council consideration. Staff recommended Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 102-1999. 14. APPROVE CONSULTANT CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY AND BONESTROO ROSENE ANDERLIK & ASSOCIATES INC FOR THE PREPARATION OF A LOCAL WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this is a motion to approve the expenditure of $12,000 for the services of a consultant to complete the storm water section of the City's comprehensive plan amendments. Staff recommended approval of a contract with Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik & Associates for completion of the City's "Local Water Management Plan" at a cost not to exceed $12,000. APPROVED CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY AND BONESTROO, ROSENE, ANDERLIK & ASSOCIATES, INC. 15. APPROVE SECTION S HOUSING ASSISTANCE PAYMENTS PROGRAM CONTRACT FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the contract administers the Section 8 Housing Assistance Program for the Metropolitan Council in the Cities of Fridley, Spring Lake Park and St. Anthony. The contract would raise the fee for services that we receive retroactive to June l, 1999. Staff recommended Council's approval. APPROVED SECTION 8 CONTRACT. 16. APPROVE SNOW REMOVAL OPERATIONS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR THE CITY OF FRIDLEY FOR THE 1999 THROUGH 2O00 SEASON: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this was the same policy that has been used in recent years. The policy identifies equipment and procedures for plowing City streets under different storm conditions. For all snow storms, collector streets are plowed first. For normal storms (under FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING NIINUTES OF DECEMBER 13, 1999 PAGE 6 nine inches) the City is divided into ten plowing districts with four alternate starting points. � Once collector streets are completed, the crews begin plowing neighborhood streets curb to curb. For storms above nine inches, the City plows a single lane in the neighborhood districts before , returning to plow curb to curb. Plowing normally starts when the snow storm subsides. Sanding begins when the Police Department notifies a Public Works Maintenance on-call person that slippery conditions exist on a City street. Beginning January 1, 2000, the Police Department will begin ticketing and towing vehicles that are left on City streets regardless of whether or not there is snow on the streets. Staff recommended Council's approval of these policies. APPROVED SNOW REMOVAL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. 17. RESOLUTION NO. 103-1999 IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR A MINNESOTA LAWFUL GAMBLING PREMISE PERMIT FOR CLIMB THEATER (AT MAPLE LANES, 6310 HIGHWAY 65) (WARD 2): Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this was a renewal application. The permit would be effective March l, 2000 through February 29, 2001. Staff recommended Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 103-1999. 18. RESOLUTION NO. 104-1999 IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR A MINNESOTA LAWFUL GAMBLING PREMISE PERMIT FOR FRIDLEY LIONS CLUB (AT JOE DIMAGGIO'S RESTAURANT, 1298 EAST MOORE LAKE DRIVEI �WARD 21: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this was a renewal application. The permit would also become effective on March l, 2000 and run through February 29, 2001. Staff recommended Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 104-1999. 19. RESOLUTION NO. 105-1999 IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR A MINNESOTA LAWFUL GAMBLING PREMISE PERMIT FOR MINNESOTA YOUTH ATHLETIC SERVICES (AT SHOREWOOD RESTAURANT, 6161 HIGHWAY 651 iWARD 2): Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this is a renewal application. The permit would be effective January 1, 2000 and run through December 31, 2001. Staff recommended Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 105-1999. 20. RESOLUTION NO. 106-1999 IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR A MINNESOTA LAWFUL GAMBLING PREMISE PERMIT FOR FRIDLEY VFW, POST 363 (AT FRIDLEY VFW, 1040 OSBORNE ROAD N.E.I (WARD 2): Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this was a renewal application. The permit would run from March 1, 2000 through February 29, 2001. Staff recommended Council's approval. � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 13. 1999 PAGE 7 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 106-1999. 21. RESOLUTION NO. 107-1999 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY AND THE OFFICE OF DRUG POLICY AND VIOLENCE PREVENTION IN THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the resolution authorizes the City to enter into a cooperative agreement with the Office of Drug Policy and Violence Prevention in the Minnesota Department of Public Safety. The $10,000 in Federal COPS money that the City will receive will be used to pay officer overtime in the year 2000. Staff recommended Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 107-1999. 22. APPOINTMENTS: Mr. Burns stated that staff was seeking Council concurrence in the appointment of three employees. Staff recommended the appointment of Sandra Hara to the Accounting/Data Processing Clerk position that was recently vacated by Jeana Allen (who replaced Lois Witte in Public Works). Sandra has been working with Anoka County as an accounting clerk for the past two years. Prior to that, she worked for Dayton's as an accounting clerk for 7.5 years. Staff also recommended the appointment of Todd Ratcliff and Gregory Zurbey to two new Head Liquor Store Clerk positions that have been created as a result of staffing requirements at the new liquor store on 57`" Avenue. Todd Ratcliff has been working for the City for a little more than six months as a part-time liquor store clerk. Prior to working for the City, Todd worked for Paragon Cable as a local origination producer. Greg rejoined the Fridley liquor operations after a short stint as a teacher. He was also currently working part-time as a liquor store clerk. APPOINTED SANDRA HARA, TODD RATCLIFF AND GREG ZURBEY. 23. CLAIMS: APPROVED PAYMENT OF CLAIM NOS 90485 THROUGH 90875. 24. LICENSES: APPROVED LICENSES AS SUBMITTED AND AS ON FILE WITH THE LICENSE CLERK. 25. ESTIMATES: APPROVED ESTIMATES AS FOLLOWS: Carl J. Newquist, Esq. Newquist & Ekstrum, Chartered 301 Fridley Plaza Office Building FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 13 1999 PAGE 8 6401 University Avenue N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 Services Rendered as City Prosecuting Attorney for the Month of September, 1999 $ 16,604.80 Services Rendered as City Prosecuting Attorney for the Month of October, 1999 $ 17,560.00 Frederic W. Knaak, Esq. Holstad and Knaak, P.L.C. 3535 Vadnais Center Drive St. Paul, MN 55110 Services Rendered as City Attorney for the Month of November, 1999 $ 5,000.00 Mayor Jorgenson stated that she would like Item Nos. 10 and 11 removed from the proposed consent agenda and placed on the regular agenda. MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to approve the proposed consent agenda with the exception of Item Nos. 10 and 11. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ADOPTION OF AGENDA: Mayor Jorgenson stated that Item Nos. 10 and 11 should be placed after Item No. 27 under New Business. MOTION made by Councilmember Bolkcom to approve the adoption of the agenda as amended. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNA1�tIMOUSLY. OPEN FORUM. VISITORS: Mayor Jorgenson invited members of the public to come forward to address any items not on the agenda. No persons in the audience spoke. ► FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING NIINUTES OF DECEMBER 13, 1999 PAGE 9 t PUBLIC HEARING: . 26. CONSTRUCTION OF A NOISE WALL ON UNIVERSITY AVENUE FROM 44T" AVENUE TO I-694 (WARD 3): MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom, seconded by Councilmember Barnette, to open the public hearing. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS OPENED AT 7:58 P.M. Mr. Flora, Director of Public Works, stated that on November 10, a representative from the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) conducted an open house regarding the construction of a noise wall along University Avenue from 44"' Avenue north to I-694 on the west side. 27 people attended. Council decided to hold a public hearing on this issue to make a position statement to Mn/DOT supporting or not supporting the decision to go ahead with a design for this wall. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that the Council sent a letter to residents abutting the proposed wall. Mr. Flora stated that the City sent a letter to all of the residents abutting the wall on Third Street. A notice was also sent to Focus News to be published. Mr. Jim Hanson, MnDOT representative, stated that the noise wall would extend from 44`� Avenue to an area beyond 53�d Avenue on the west side of Trunk Highway 47. In 1995, the State Legislature requested Mn/DOT to do a noise priority study on all freeways and expressways in the state of Minnesota. Eight hundred areas were covered. The area along University Avenue was rated number 10 on the list for priorities for a noise wall. Mn/DOT proposed to construct this portion during the summer of 2000. The cost would be $600,000 to �900,000. A concrete post, wood-flanked noise wall would be constructed where the right-of-way fence is today. Mn/DOT has already proposed two different projects along two different roadways. On I-35W the residents and City Council have rejected a noise wall. One �vas accepted on Trunk Highway 100 in St. Louis Park. Although Mn/DOT proposed the noise wall, they would not force it to be built. It is up to the City and the residents. Starting at 44`'' Avenue, there would be about a 10-12 foot wall above the profile of the roadway. Most of that area has homes that are set back and down lower. From 49�' to beyond 53Td Avenues would be a 15 foot wall. Most of the in-place landscaping would be removed. Mn/DOT would do minimal replacement of landscaping due to the amount of money available for the project. Councilmember Barnette asked about the boundaries of the noise wall along 53`d Avenue. Mr. Hanson stated that it was eight houses just north of 53`d Avenue where it would tie into the present in-place berm that has been there for about twenty years. Councilmember Bolkcom asked Mr. Hanson if he could summarize the comments he received at the earlier public meeting. p Mr. Hanson stated that the comments reflected that people supported for the noise wall. One question was regarding who was going to pay for the noise wall. Mn/DOT would be paying for the full cost of the noise wall. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 13. 1999 PAGE 10 Mr. Hanson showed pictures of the noise wall along the Highways 610 and 10 area. The wall is a � concrete post with wood-flanked noise wall. 0 Mr. Burns asked Mr. Hanson about the reduction factor of noise by construction of this wall. Mr. Hanson stated that in this area the noise levels of the present day are in the high 60s to low 70s decibel level. There would be approximately a seven to ei�ht level decibel reduction. This would be about five decibels below the standards. The State standards are set up for conversational speech at 65 decibels. That compares to two people talking at a distance of about 3 to 4 feet apart. No noise over that would interfere with that conversation. An office surrounding is in the mid to high 50 level. MN/Dot is trying to get to 60 for a noise level. A noise level of 65 would be comparable to TV noise level or a manual typewriter. A vacuum cleaner would be around 70. Councilmember Barnette asked if the noise level would be reduced by fifty percent. Mr. Hanson stated that it would be around forty percent. All of the noise levels that Mn/DOT predicts and monitors are in an activity area on the ground level, five feet above the ground. They use a microphone to do the monitoring. Mayor Jorgenson asked if the noise would bounce back over to the east side of the highway. Mr. Hanson stated that there will always be some reflection. Mn/DOT has done noise studies where there are two lanes of traffic like Trunk Highway 47. They determined that it may be a 1 to 1.5 level increase in noise. Mayor Jorgenson asked if there were other Fridley sites that have this problem. Mr. Hanson stated that anywhere there were residential areas Mn/DOT did monitoring. No other sites ranged quite as high. There were some sites on I-694 on the north side but it did not rank in the top ten. This particular site ranked number ten on the list. This was combined with one site that had a mid 40s decibel level on 48`h and 53`d Avenues to make one project. There were some sites on I-694 that had these problems. One was north of the Cub Foods store on the west and east side going all the way up to just south of Northtown. Mr. Hanson stated that he did have extra copies if anybody wanted to request one. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if the residents could do landscaping between their yard and the right- of-way. Mr. Hanson stated that it was safe to say that Mn/DOT will allow the residents to do landscaping up to the noise wall. Mn/DOT does not have enough financing available to pay for the equipment for the landscaping. If anything serious happens with the wall, Mn/DOT would come back and repair that. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that one of the residents had a question about storm drainage between 47`�' and 46`'' Avenues. Mr. Hanson stated that this project would be a noise wall project. The landscaping would perpetuate the current drainage along 47"'Avenue. Anything that is west of Mn/DOT right-of-way, is not something that Mn/DOT is capable to deal with. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING NIINUTES OF DECEMBER 13 1999 PAGE 11 � Councilmember Bolkcom stated that Mr. Flora could make note of the storm drainage problem. Mayor Jorgenson stated that the amount of fumes coming up from the highway from the traffic was a concern. Mr. Hanson stated that lead content comes from gasoline. There has not been any gas stations offering leaded gasoline for twenty years in the metropolitan area. The State of Minnesota's air quality is improving all of the time due to their maintenance level of carbon monoxide. There would be some carbon monoxide problems in areas with heavy traffic, but they have not had a violation with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency in five years. Mn/DOT does not deal with pollution aspects with a noise wall pertaining to air quality. If they were doing a major rebuild like adding lanes, they would be looking at doing quality monitoring. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if there would be any special assessments to any of the residents in this area. Mr. Hanson stated that Mn/DOT Metro Division would be financing this project out of their own construction and maintenance budgets and putting $1,500,000 per year into these projects. Mr. Mike Riley, 4703 Third Street, stated that his property abuts where the noise wall would be. His concern was the drainage between 47`h and 46`''Avenues. He said there are drains that get flooded on the highway. When the big super rains come, it runs into yards right up to the edge of houses. He asked if the noise wall would provide a dam to possibly shift water from coming into the yards. Mr. Hanson stated that the noise wall would go down to the ground level and may have minimal retention on the highway side. Mr. Riley stated that the problem was that when the grass �vas cut, the grass would get washed down the drains, build up and catch dirt. He really wanted the noise wall to be constructed. He felt the noise was very loud in his back yard in the evenings and mornings. He said there are many trucks in the morning. He said the noise from the trucks is very loud. He said there has been an increase in traffic since he bought his house in 199 L Mr. Loren Smerud, 4603 Third Street, stated that his backyard would be right down to the wall. He would like to thank Mn/DOT for taking them into consideration and giving them the information they needed. They cannot have neighbors over to visit in the backyard because of the noise. He felt the noise would only keep increasing. From that standpoint, he was in favor of the wall. Because it is up to the neighborhood, he and some others went out to visit residences to sign a petition for supporting the wall. They obtained 83 signatures in support of the wall. He stated that he would leave the list with the names and telephone numbers of the citizens who signed the petition. Councilmember Bolkcom asked Mr. Smerud if he knows how many citizens were not in support of the wall. Mr. Smerud stated that the petition was only for people who were in support of the wall. There were a few who were against the wall, some did not care, but most were in support. He would highly recommend that Council approve the wall. Councilmember Bolkcom thanked him and his neighbors for taking the time to circulate a petition. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING �IINUTES OF DECEMBER 13 1999 PAGE 12 MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to accept the petition. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. � UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE . NIOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Mr. Jeff Jansen, 4727 Third Street, stated that he had a question about the storm water. Twice since 1987 he has had water flood his foundation. He thinks he saw someone from Mn/DOT working on the storm water drainage problem, but he was not sure. He felt that five years from now, the traffic will be twice as bad. He said he wanted the wall built. Mr. Smerud asked how long the walls usually last. Mr. Hanson stated that the wall should last twenty years. Most of the noise walls built up to the present are at least twenty years. If repair is needed, Mn/DOT will come out and reconstruct. They have only had that happen twice in the last 25 years. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if they had to replace any walls. Mr. Hanson stated that the only ones they actually had to replace were on I-35W. Mayor Jorgenson asked what they do with the process of repairing the walls if they have to go through a resident's property to do so. Mr. Hanson stated that they would have to get an easement if they have to, but they have cherry pickers to use to avoid that. Councilmember Bolkcom asked how they could deal with the storm drainage problem. Mr. Flora stated that they have done some work along University Avenue with the drainage system. The water seems to back up when debris gets into the drainage system. Mr. Hanson stated that he could contact their water resource people and then get back to Mr. Flora. Mayor Jorgenson stated that there are several sections of Highway 47 that have this problem any time there is a major rainfall where water is standing on the highway. Part of the problem is due to the maintenance of the corridor. The City is taking on the maintenance all within its boundaries. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that maintaining that corridor should help that problem. MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to close the public hearing. Seconded by Council-member Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED AT 8:28 P.M. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL NIEETING 1VIINUTES OF DECENIBER 13 1999 PAGE 13 l NEW BUSINESS: 27. RESOLtiTION NO. 108-1999 SUPPORTING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A TRUNK HIGHWAY 47 NOISE `VALL: MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to approve the resolution supporting the construction of a Trunk Highway 47 noise wall. Seconded by Councilmember Billings. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANII�IOUSLY. Councilmember Bolkcom thanked residents for coming to the meeting and for their hard work with the petition. The neighborhood speaks. Mayor Jorgenson stated that she lives near I-694 and Highway 65. She lives with that noise everyday, and she understands why the citizens are present with the petitioner and necessary signatures. Councilmember Barnette asked Mr. Hanson when the construction would begin. Mr. Hanson stated that it would probably start in July. Mayor Jorgenson stated that residents should be reminded that the old fence will be coming down. There will be work being done in everybody's back yards, and they need room to work. Mayor Jorgenson asked Mr. Hanson if they would take the old fence down a couple of weeks before it starts. Mr. Hanson stated that a couple of weeks is probably correct. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that everybody will be notified beforehand with a letter. Mr. Hanson stated that was correct. Mr. Curt Nitschke, 4610 Third Street, asked what MN/Dot will do with the old fence. Mr. Hanson stated that they try to salvage it somewhere, but if anyone was interested in getting some of it, a project engineer and the contractor could be consulted. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if the project manager's telephone number would be in the letter that residents receive. Mr. Hanson stated that the project manager engineer would be the main contact. His telephone number and name and date of construction will also be in the letter. Mr. Robert Archer, 4595 Third Street, stated that between 44`� and 45"' Avenues on the east side people were unaware of the wall. Mr. Hanson stated that he should talk to the City of Columbia Heights. The original letter included both . the Fridley and Columbia Heights area. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 13 1999 PAGE 14 Councilmember Bolkcom stated that they could make a copy of the petition and notify Columbia � Heights to contact the people to let them know what is going on. Mr. Hanson stated that they would contact Columbia Hei�hts. 10. RESOLUTION NO. 99-1999 APPROVING SPECIAL LEGISLATION AND APPROVING EXTENSION OF TAX INCRENTENT FINANCING DISTRICT NO. 6: Mayor Jorgenson asked if there was any notification to the neighborhood regarding this. Ms. Dacy, Director of Community Development, stated that the map depicting the additional project areas was published in Focus News. According to State law, there is no individual notice needed to go to each individual property owner. They presented this to the Planning Commission in September prior to the Council's public hearing on October 11. Mayor Jorgenson stated that the enlargement of the project area would help them deal with some of the other issues as well. MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to approve Resolution No. 100-1999 approving special legislation and approving extension of Tax Increment Financing District No. 6. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 11. RESOLUTION NO. 100-1999 MODIFYING THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO. 1 AND THE TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLANS FOR TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICTS NO. 1 THORUGHT 3, 6, 7, 9 THROUGH 16 TO REFLECT ENLARGEMENT OF THE PROJECT AREA AND INCREASED PROJECT COSTS TO BE UNDERTAKEN WITHIN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT NO. 1: MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to approve Resolution No. 100-1999 modifying the redevelopment district. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 28. RESOLUTION CERTIFYING THE FINAL TAX LEVY REQUIREMENTS FOR 2000 TO THE COUNTY OF ANOKA: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that they are proposing to certify $4,035,671 to Anoka County for the City's property tax levy for the year 2000. Ms. Skogen, City Clerk, included $3,947,882 in property taxes for the benefit of the General Fund, $72,689 for the Capital Project Fund, and $6,200 to the benefit of the Six Cities Watershed Management Organization. $8,900 is included for the Stonybrook Creek Sub-Watershed Districts. Staff recommended approval of the resolution. Councilmember Billings asked if this was the property tax portion of the budget. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING NIINUTES OF DECEMBER 13, 1999 PAGE 15 Mr. Burns stated that was correct. Councilmember Billings asked if this was the amount that they have preliminarily certified to Anoka County without an increase. The budget presented includes this amount and in addition provides �650,000 of franchise fees, and another nine-tenths of a million dollars of money coming out of reserves in order to balance spending with the revenues. Mr. Burns stated that was correct. Councilmember Billings stated that the motion is not necessarily the adoption of the budget, but merely the portion that has to do with real-estate taxes whether or not the franchise fee passes tomorrow. The revenues are less than the expenditures, so this is an amount that will not be affected by the vote of the referendum. Mr. Burns stated that the General Fund portion is about thirty-four percent of revenues but has nothing to do with the franchise fee. MOTION by Councilmember Billings to adopt the resolution. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom. Mayor Jorgenson asked how many votes they need on this item. Mr. Pribyl stated that it would need a four-fifths vote on the budget levy itself. On the budget, it would need a three-fifths vote. Mayor Jorgenson asked what would happen if the levy did not pass this evening. Mr. Pribyl, Director of Finance, stated that they would need to pass this before the end of the year. They need to certify the levy to the County priar to December 20. Councilmember Billings asked 1Vlayor Jorgenson if she had a reason to vote against the levy. Mayor Jorgenson stated that she has talked to many community members in the last week. Many are concerned with whether or not the franchise fee passes. She was curious as to why they need to push this through without knowing what the final vote was going to be. Councilmember Billings asked what impact the outcome of the final vote would have on her decision to certify the levy. If the vote is affirmative, the budget would be balanced. If the vote is not affirmative, he asked how that would affect the ad valorem tax. Mayor Jorgenson stated that it would not affect the tax, because the levy has pretty much been set. They could reduce the levy limit, but that would put them in a bigger negative position than they are currently. It was more a presumption in the community that Council was trying to pass something when they did not have all of the information. She suggested they take a look at doing this at the next meeting when they have all of the information before them. Councilmember Billings stated that the ad valorem tax was indicated to the County in December for what the maximum could be, if the majority vote tomorrow is in the negative and they cannot have the franchise fee, there is absolutely no opportunity to raise the ad valorem tax. They are already spending nine-tenths of a million dollars from the budget reserves because staff recommended holding the levy at FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 13 1999 PAGE 16 the 1998 level. He said he did not have a problem with tabling this portion, but he felt nothing would change after the election tomorrow, as it refers to the ad valorem tax. MOTION by Councilmember Billings to this item. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom. Mayor Jorgenson stated that this item would come back to the Council on December 20. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 29. RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE FINAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2000: Councilmember Billings stated that this should be tabled until after the result of the franchise fee vote is known. He has a problem with passing something that they are unsure of the balance of. These votes are coming on the calendar for the levy for today, because that is when the Council scheduled this in June. MOTION by Councilmember Billings to table this item. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 30. INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS: Mayor Jorgenson stated that the election would be held tomorrow for the utility franchise fee. The polls �vould be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Mr. Pribyl, Director of Finance, stated that if anybody has any questions they could call the switchboard at the Municipal Center at 571-3450. Mayor Jorgenson asked Mr. Pribyl about the completion of the liquor store. Mr. Pribyl stated that the liquor store will be completed probably in the first part of the year. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if the meeting on December 20 started at 7:00 p.m. or 7:30 p.m. Mr. Burns stated that it starts at 7:30 p.m. Mayor Jorgenson asked if the election vote would be televised. Mr. Burns stated that it would be televised on Channel 35 with an election report as soon as it comes in. They are also hoping for something on the Fridley web site. Mayor Jorgenson stated that they are using paper ballots tomorrow so it will take more time. Councilmember Bolkcom asked Mr. Flora about the street signs on East River Road. Mr. Flora, Director of Public Works, stated that they are making new ones. They hope to have them up � by the first week in January. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 13 1999 PAGE 17 � Mayor Jorgenson asked about the Riverview Heights project. Mr. Flora stated that was all completed about one month ago. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that she noticed there was still a lot of gravel do��n by 79``' Way and Rivervie«• Terrace. Mr. Flora stated that they swept three times this fall. He said they may have winterized their equipment, but he would check it out to see if it is operational. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that it is all the way down 79`'' Way from the turn off at Buffalo Street and Alden Way. Mayor Jorgenson stated that she received a letter of commendation for Mark Foster about the Municipal Garage. The letter commends the effort of maintaining Police Department vehicles and other City equipment saving thousands of dollars by repairing vehicles and extending the life of the vehicles. This was signed by Paul Lawrence, Superintendent of Public Works. Councilmember Billings asked how the meeting went on Friday with Mn/DOT re�arding Old Central Avenue. Mayor Jorgenson stated that MnDOT presented the information they obtained through their traffic study. They stated that there were 440 cars per hour making a free right-turn on Highway 65 onto Old Central Avenue. There is no way they can currently erect a stop sign at that location on a no right turn on red during peak hours. That would back up traffic all the way to the new I-694 ramp. They did talk about potential solutions, one being a right turn in and a right turn out on Hackmann and Old Central Avenues. They are looking at a couple of other possibilities. They may be looking at a possible road reconfiguration in that area. They will be considering courses of action to take in May of 2001. There is a potential for creating two new traffic lanes across the causeway that will help with the traffic congestion going into the Medtronic site. They will continue to monitor and watch, especially with the Medtronic site going in. Ms. Dacy, Director of Community Development, stated that on Wednesday, December 15, the Planning Commission would be conducting its first official public hearing regarding the most current draft of the Comprehensive Plan. ADJOURN: MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE DECEMBER 13, 1999 CITY COUNCIL MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:00 P.i�1. Respectfully submitted, Signe L. Johnson Nancy J. Jorgenson Recording Secretary Mayor � THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF DECEIVIBER 20, 1999 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, Richard Wolfe, and Councilmember Bolkcom MEMBERS ABSENT: None ADOPTION OF AGENDA: MOTION by Councilmember Billings Barnette, to approve the adoption of the Agenda with the addition of a resolution providing for sewer rate decreases. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. OPEN FORUNI: No persons spoke regarding any issues to be discussed that are not on the agenda. OLD BUSINESS: 1. RESOLUTION CERTIFYING THE FINAL TAX LEVY REQUIREMENTS FOR 2000 TO THE COUNTY OF ANOKA (TABLED DECEMBER 13, 1999): MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to remove this item from the table. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this was consideration of a resolution certifying the final tax levy requirements for 2000 to Anoka County. ` Mr. Burns said the City is proposing to certify $4,035,671 to Anoka County as the City's property tax levy for the year 2000. The total includes the following components: 1) The � General Fund, $3,947,992; 2) Capital Improvement Fund - Parks $72,689; 3) Six Cities THE 1VIINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF DECEMBER 20 1999 PAGE 2 Watershed Management Organization, $6,200; and 4) Stonybrook Creek Subwatershed � District, $8,900. Councilmember Billings stated that he realized that staff indicated that because of the information that has been provided to the State with the need to approve the levy before they approve the budget, maybe Council should be discussing the budget before they approve the levy. Mayor Jorgenson asked if they should discuss the budget first. It may make more sense to accept the special election canvass before anything else. Councilmember Barnette stated that it does not make a difference which sequence they take. The Canvass could probably wait. Councilmember Bollccom stated that she thought they should do the special election canvass first. MOTION by Councilmember Billings to discuss Item No. 3. Seconded by Council- member Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAJOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 3. RECEIVE THE STATEMENT OF CANVASS FROM THE SPECIAL ELECTION OF DECEMBER 14, 1999: Ms. Deb Skogen, City Clerk, stated that the special election was held on December 14, 1999, regarding the proposed franchise fee. The statement of canvass had to be approved within seven days from the date of the election. The total number of ballots cast in this election, was 3,373. The total number of yes votes was 577, and no votes was 2,795, with one blank ballot. On election day at 7:00 a.m. there were 16,210 registered voters and 94 new registered voters for a total of 16,304 voters. There was a twenty-one percent turnout on election day. For a special election, this is considered high compared to some elections which ran from ten to twelve percent. The question was defeated and the margin of defeat was eighty-three percent. Council needs to verify the results of the election by motion. MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to receive the Statement of Canvass from the Special Election of December 14, 1999. Seconded by Councilmember Wolfe. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAJOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Mayor Jorgenson stated that the last portion of New Business can wait until after the Old � Business information was finished. THE NIINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF DECEMBER 20 1999 PAGE 3 � 1. RESOLUTION NO. 109-1999 CERTIFYING THE FINAL TAX LEVY REOUIREMENTS FOR 2000 TO THE COUNTY OF ANOKA (TABLED � DECEMBER 13, 1999): � Councilmember Billings asked Mr. Burns, City Manager, if the resolution was the same budget that was presented on December 6. Mr. Burns stated that was it was the same budget. Councilmember Billings asked if it had $650,000 as an income item from the franchise fee. Mr. Burns stated that it listed that under Charges for Services. Councilmember Billings asked if it would be appropriate to strike that income item since they know that income will not exist. Mr. Burns stated that was a matter of Council's discretion. Councilmember Billings stated that he feels a total lack of sense of responsibility approving a budget that he knows is out of balance. Councilmember Barnette asked if they could still balance the budget by transferring funds out of the reserve. Mayor Jorgenson stated that they could, but they would be looking at a$1,000,002 draw down of the reserves in order to balance the budget. Mr. Burns stated that they could transfer it out, or wait until some point when it is more apparent where they will wind up in terms of the expenditures. A combination of positive variances in expenditures and revenues may very well cover that $650,000 and they would not need to transfer that. Councilmember Bolkcom asked how realistic that was because $650,000 is a big variance. They would be better off taking the franchise fee out as Councilmember Billings suggested and actually look at what they can cut out for the expenditures for next year. Mayor Jorgenson stated that she would have to agree with Councilmember Billings and would like it removed from the budget. Councilmember Barnette stated that was the responsible thing to do. He heard loud and clear the people do not want any new taxes. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that she heard a lot of people say they do not believe the City should have a franchise fee, but she heard a lot of people say they have no problem with having their property taxes increased. They cannot do that at this point because they had to certify their preliminary levy to the County in September. THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF DECEVIBER 20 1999 PAGE 4 Mr. Pribyl, Finance Director, stated that what they could do for due process would be to approve the budget as it is right now and modify it during the first quarter. This would be in lieu of actually switching items around now, Council and staff could evaluate where the cuts would be, and then provide resulting changes to the budget in a supplemental resolution. Passing it, would be in order, and then in the first quarter go through a process of evaluating what those changes would be. Councilmember Bolkcom asked why they would not take the franchise fee as revenue off the budget now, and still leave everything else that is in there. She asked why the City would leave something in there that they know is not going to happen. Mr. Pribyl stated that is an option. Mayor Jorgenson stated that she agreed that Council would have to look at ne�t year's budget to see where additional funds would come from or what is going to be removed. That would have to be done by the first quarter of 2000. She concurred with Councilmember Billings that they should examine the budget. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that they have already had some discussion about things that could be cut from the budget. Maybe the conference meeting in January would be a good time to discuss this. Mr. Burns stated that the meeting was January 31 and that could be the topic. Councilmember Wolfe stated that it was really clear to him that no one wants a new tax. No one seems to have a problem with their taxes being raised, but it is the new tax that is bugging them. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that the problem is that they cannot do anything about increasing the property taxes. Councilmember Wolfe stated that he realized that, but maybe at some point in the future they may if they have to. Mayor Jorgenson stated that there was a real possibility that in the Fridley budget, year 2001, they will see an increase in property taxes. She was not willing to transfer any more money from the reserve. She also felt there �vas a way of cutting down some expenditures. Councilmember Billings asked Mr. Pribyl where the $650,000 appears. Mr. Pribyl stated that it is listed under Charges for Services in General Government. Councilmember Billings stated that if they take $650,000 out of there, the number becomes $888,260. In the expense items for the appropriations, the painting of the signal poles and fixtures and Fire/Public Works classroom, office, and locker room appears in that line item. � THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF DECEMBER 20. 1999 PAGE 5 Mr. Burns stated that the painting of the signal poles and fixtures were in the Capital Improvements under Streets Capital Improvement. The Fire/Public Works classroom, office, and locker rooms appears under Capital Improvements under General Capital. Councilmember Billings asked where the ADA improvements appeared. Mr. Burns stated that it appears in Parks Capital Improvement under General Capital. They will have some positive hearings for the budget as a result of police officer turnover. He said there is actually $50,000 less for salaries. Because of the starting salaries for new employees. There have been some savings to help with the situation. Mr. Pribyl stated that they have the PERA information and they have to figure out how it is going to be integrated into the budget for the year 2000 but it will probably be of some assistance. Mayor Jorgenson asked if he meant the Public Employees Retirement Association. Mr. Pribyl stated that was correct, it is the police pension. Mr. Burns stated that he is not sure they want to take the ADA improvements out of the budget. If they do, the parks improvements without the asphalt paths would not be as valuable Mayor Jorgenson stated that makes sense. Mr. Burns stated they also have the refund coming from the State of Minnesota, which can be used to offset some of the loss of the $650,000. Councilmember Barnette stated that he knows this is the last year for the playground equipment. He felt it was a little premature to talk about specific items. He would like to talk in more general terms if they could. The park improvements are the last of the six year plan. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that Mr. Pribyl indicated that they do not necessarily have to do the cuts this evening. It may be appropriate for each department manager to go back and set priorities on the loss of the �650,000 and possibly talk with them in January. Maybe there are more creative ways to do some other things. Councilmember Barnette stated that they really have not talked about these things in detail and waiting until the January meeting would be appropriate to talk about specific things. Mayor Jorgenson stated that if they want to reduce those revenues by $650,000, they have to reduce the expenditure side as well. They could say they will reduce the expenditures by $650,000, which will be determined at a conference meeting in January. • Councilmember Billings stated that was good in theory, but it is not practical. They need to have line items that balance. They cannot put a line item on the appropriations side of a negative $650,000 to be determined later. In terms of the General Fund, they are THE NIINUTES OF THE SPECIAL 1�IEETING OF DECEMBER 20 1999 PAGE 6 r looking at reducing the charges for services by $650,000 and increasing the General Fund reserves brought down by that same amount so the General Fund balances. They would then have to determine whether they want to leave it like that and look at changing the • Capital Projects fund in January. They would be able to balance the General Fund by taking funds out of the reserve fund and reducing the amount that is coming out of the reserve under another one of the funds, typically the Capital Projects Improvements fund. Based on the instructions from the State, they can talk about the budget, but when it comes time to make a motion, they have to save the approval of this until after they file the appropriations to the County. They should concentrate on whether the current ad valorem amount of $3,825,521 should be changed. Mayor Jorgenson did not want to vote on this until they received the outcome of the franchise fee vote. Mayor Jorgenson stated that they could not increase the ad valorem amount, only decrease it. She was responding to citizens' inquiries of why they were going to go ahead and certify the final tax levy and the budget before they had the election resolved. People do not understand the ramifications of those two items and they thought Council was being premature by passing them before the election vote. She does not feel the need to change the ad valorem part of the General Fund. MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to approve the Resolution No. 109-99 Certifying the Final Tax Levy Requirements for 2000 to the County of Anoka. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 2. RESOLUTION NO. 110-1999 ADOPTING THE FINAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2000 (TABLED DECEMBER 13,1999Z Mr. Burns stated that this was consideration of a resolution adopting the final budget for the Fiscal Year 2000. The total appropriations for all funds is $13,988,218. This includes the following components. 1) The General Fund $11,524,624. 2) Special Revenue Funds, $916,164. 3) Capital Projects Fund, $1,541,200. 4) Agency Fund, $6,200. The City held its Truth in Taxation Hearing on December 6 and as required by Minnesota law announced the date of consideration of the budget resolution. Staff recommended Council's approval of the budget resolution. MOTION by Councilmember Billings to adopt the Resolution No. 110 with the following amendments, Charges for Service General Government: changing the General Fund estimated revenue striking $1,538,260 and substituting the amount of $888,260. The total revenues and other financing sources would become $10,401,289. The General Fund Reserve would become $1,123,365 (increased by $650,000). Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. ` Mayor Jorgenson asked if Councilmember Billings was suggesting that they take money from the General Fund until the time that expenditure cuts can be made on the appropriations side. THE MINtiTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF DECEMBER 20 1999 PAGE 7 � Councilmember Billings stated that the motion is to change the amount under the General Fund to reflect that the $650,000 comes out the General Fund Reserve. It is likely that • there would be other motions to adjust other portions of the budget. Councilmember Billings stated that the motion reduces the General Fund by $650,000 so the item reads $888,260, increases the General Fund reserves by $650,000 so that line item reads � 1,123,365, and directs staff to put the appropriate numbers in to make it add up. He believes that appropriate number, to be $10,401.298, under Total Revenues and Other Financing Sources. UPON A VOICE VOTE, COUNCILMENIBER BILLINGS, COUNCILMEMBER BOLKCOM, COUNCILMEMBER BARNETTE, AND COUNCILMEMBER WOLFE VOTING AYE, AND MAYOR JORGENSON VOTING NAY, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED FOUR TO ONE. Councilmember Billings asked Mayor Jorgenson if she wanted to leave the $650,000 in the line item for General Government. Mayor Jorgenson stated that she did not want to see that item placed under the General Fund Reserves. She felt that in the January discussion it would be determined that nothing will be cut from the budget. Councilmember Billings asked what items she would like to eliminate under the appropriations side of the General Fund Mayor Jorgenson stated that she understood that $650,000 was going to be removed from the General Capital Improvements, Street Capital Improvements, and Parks Capital Improvement funds. Then they could come back and make additional supplemental changes following the January meeting. Councilmember Billings stated that is in a different portion so in order for the General Fund to balance they need to take more out of the reserves and put it into the General Fund. Then they can take less out of reserves under the Capital Projects Fund. Councilmember Billings stated that they could leave the motion the way it was presented and not make any changes to the other portion. Councilmember Billings stated that would be up to a majority vote of Council. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that she does not have enough information to do some slashing on Capital Improvement. Mayor Jorgenson stated that it should not necessarily by taken from the Capital Improvement portion. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that they can adjust those as they go along. Councilmember Barnette stated that he does not want to make any decisions now on where the cuts should be exactly. THE NIINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF DECEMBER 20 1999 PAGE S Councilmember Billings stated that the Total General Fund amount of $11,524,654 would stay the same. Mayor Jorgenson stated that the original motion is still on the floor, the amendment passed. She asked if there were other suggestions or amendments. MOTION by Councilmember Billings to amend the item of the Capital Projects Fund, under General Capital Improvements to amend to $19,500, to amend the Streets Capital Improvement fund to $680,000, and to amend the Parks Capital Improvement fund to �103,700. The total Appropriations would be changed to $803,200. Fund Balance would be changed to $270,425 on the revenue side. The total Capital Projects Fund would be $803,200. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. Councilmember Billings stated that this would take $300,000 from the Streets Capital Improvement Fund which is the painting of signals and fxtures. It would take $237,000 from General Capital Improvement Fund which is the Fire/Public Works classroom, office and locker room facility. It would take $201,000 from the Parks Capital Improvement Fund which is the ADA improvements. This adds up to $738,000, approximately $88,000 more than what they are losing with the franchise fees but put these in the position where they have a balanced budget. The total impact would be to draw down the reserves less than the original proposal and still allow them in the first quarter to look at changes in the budget. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that if they did this, they could still have discussion and then change the budget as they go along. There may be something that is not due next year or as costly as they think. Councilmember Billings stated that any time during the year, they can have a resolution to change the budget. The big difference is that next year it will take four votes and this year it takes three votes. He would like a five minute recess to add up the numbers so the total numbers are the same before they actually pass the budget. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that she was a little concerned about taking the money out of the Capital Improvements Fund. She was not so concerned about the painting of the light fixtures. That is why she asked if they could have resolutions at any time for changes because they would have to do that relatively soon to change the Parks fund. Her concern was that Council would still have a lot of discussion in January. Councilmember Billings stated that is his goal, but his main concern this evening was to pass a budget that balances and is logical. He has heard the people that contacted them. Unfortunately, seventy-nine percent of the people chose not to contact them or vote. The first impulse was to say that the twenty-one percent who did vote speak for the entire seventy-nine percent. There was some validity that those who chose to be silent are allowing those who voted to speak for them. The majority of people said that they do not �vant Council to spend any more money than they have to. They want police and fire protection, streets that are well-maintained and plowed. He heard they did not want the City to take care of children after school, senior citizens and people that are using recreation programs. If people are going to use those programs, there needs to be user fees. THE i�IINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF DECENIBER 20 1999 PAGE 9 Councilmember Barnette stated that is what Council needs to discuss at their conference meeting and have input from citizens. He has heard different things from different people. Mayor Jorgenson stated that she would have to disagree. The survey showed that there was a decrease in the number of youth that were participating in the programs. They are going to have to take a look at the types of services the City is expected to provide for the citizens, and it is generally police, fire, public safety, and public works. She has heard strong support for City parks. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that she felt that people were basically happy with the services they received. There needs to be more discussion about the drop-off, curfew and the Zone and some other things. There is a fine line between what government does and some of the social issues. Mayor Jorgenson stated that neighbors outside of School District No. 14 asked why the services were being provided in that school district and not in any other school district. Mr. Pribyl stated that all of the figures have been checked. Under Charges for Services, General Government is $888,260. Fund Balance is �1,123,365. Total Revenues and Other Financing Sources is $10,401,289. Councilmember Billings stated that the General Fund now balances. MOTION by Councilmember Billings to call a five minute recess. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that she did not think there should be any more changes because the budget is now balanced and they need to seriously look at this in detail. MOTION by Councilmember Billings to amend the resolution to include under the total of all funds, the new number which is $13,250,218. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. NEW BUSINESS: 42. CLAIMS: MOTION by Councilmember Billings to approve payment of Claim Nos 90876 through 90974. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF DECEMBER 20, 1999 PAGE 10 5. INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS: Councilmember Bolkcom stated that they received an e-mail on the Y2K improvements. Mr. Burns stated that there is standby staffing of the Public Works Department as well as the piiblic safety departments. They tested their generators and they are all working. He felt they were prepared. If anybody has any questions they can call Bill Champa, Management Assistant, at 572-3502. Mayor Jorgenson stated that on December 31 there will be a family New Year's Eve event at Springbrook Nature Center at 4:00 p.m. There will be an evening program there for adults as well. Advance registration is required by calling the City of Fridley at 571-3450. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 111-1999 PROVIDING FOR SEWER RATE DECREASES: Mayor Jorgenson stated that this is another item added to the agenda by Councilmember Billings for a resolution for sewer rates for the City of Fridley. The resolution is regarding sewer rates decreasing. She would like to have some discussion regarding this resolution. Councilmember Bamette stated that this is not a part of the budget. Mr. Burns stated that was correct. They budget the Enterprise Funds separate. Councilmember Billings stated that the Metropolitan Council has been lowering the rates since 1998. The Metropolitan Council operates the treatment plant and charges all of the cities in the metropolitan area a fee. They have reduced their rates. Many of the cities in the metropolitan area have reduced their rates. The Metropolitan sewer board has decreased rates from $135 per 100,000 gallons in 1998 to a fee of $120 per 100,000 gallons in the year 2000. That amount go down to $118 per 100,000 in the year 2001. The intent of the City Council is to pass those rates onto the sewer customers for the utility billing process. Last summer when staff presented these numbers to them, it was his suggestion that they look at the possibility of reducing these rates to reflect the reduction from the Metropolitan Council. Addressing this issue now in December is important to make the adjustment for the billing period of January 2000. Mayor Jorgenson stated that this reduction would only be taken on the Metropolitan Sewer and Waste Commission's portion of the bill. Councilmember Billings stated that was correct. Mayor Jorgenson asked Mr. Pribyl if he was going to be able to have this implemented with the January billing. Mr. Pribyl stated that they would be able to do that. MOTION by Councilmember Billings to approve a resolution providing for sewer rate decreases. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF DECEMBER 20. 1999 PAGE 11 � ADJOURN: MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Councilmember Wolfe. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL NiEETING OF DECEMBER 20, 1999 ADJOURNED AT 8:45 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Signe L. Johnson Nancy J. Jorgenson Recording Secretary Mayor � TAE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF JANUARY 3, 2000 The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order by Mayor Jorgenson at 7:37 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 Wolfe, and Councilmember Bolkcom MEMBERS ABSENT: None STATEMENT OF MEETING CONDUCT: Please be reminded that those present at today's meeting may hold a variety of views and opinions regarding the business to be conducted. The exercise of democracy through representative local government requires that ALL points of view be accommodated at these proceedings. It is further expected that a standard of mutual courtesy and respectfulness be exercised by all in attendance, through our individual expression, manner of speaking, and conduct. Therefore, please receive the views of other with the same degree of courtesy and respect which you desire to be given your views and opinions. Any departures from this standard will be addressed by the Presiding Officer through whatever means are deemed appropriate. Thank you for your attendance at today's meeting, and your agreement to abide by these standards of personal conduct. STATE LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: Senator Betzold stated that the legislators like to meet with Council prior to the legislative session to discuss any issues that may come up, and also to meet after the session is over to discuss what actually happened. The legislature will be having a session on February l, 2000. This is the clean-up session for the bills that were not acted upon at the end of last session. Major issues will not be funding issues, although some adjustments may need to be made. The proposed surplus is really a projection as to what could be there at the end of the current biennial on June 30, 2001. Senator Betzold said that the legislature may be looking at approving funding for education, health care, and transportation. The bonding bill is probably the major. issue. It is possible that tab fees on license plates may be reduced this year, but that is tied to major funding for highways. Rural legislators are quite concerned about lowering tab fees because the fees do go � towards the roads and ninety percent of the roads are rural. There is likely to be some emphasis on sex offenders especially following the Katie Poirier case. There is a DWI Task Force making • the DWI laws less complex statewide. Education is going to get some attention with the teacher shortage coming up. Fifteen percent of current teachers are going to be retiring within the next five years. THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 3 2000 MEETING PAGE 2 Senator Betzold indicated that he was not aware of too many local government issues that would be coming up at this time. Legislation was passed last year that sets a standard for bleachers and establishes some money into grants to help make bleachers safer. The Governor vetoed the funding, but the policy stayed in effect. They will have to go back and revisit the issue. Senator Betzold stated that he was working on strengthening animal cruelty laws, since Minnesota has some of the weakest laws in the nation. It stalled in the last house committee, so they are going to try to pass it this year. Senator Betzold indicated that he currently chairs the data privacy subcommittee in the Minnesota Senate. This is expected to be a big issue and would affect local government. Many laws were written in the era of paper and file cabinets. The law does not really address how to handle the electronic age and the Internet. The public wants more and more data through the Internet, but they are also recommending more privacy. The big debate will be the unicameral issue. He was not sure how it would play out, but the issue would be heard in committees in the House and the Senate this year. Councilmember Barnette asked if citizens would receive any rebate this year and if the rebate had already been determined. He asked how individuals should apply for the rebate. Senator Betzold stated that the law that is on the books about rebates is still being used. It sets a time period for people to file for their taxes and is based on people who filed in 1997 because that was the last full year of tax rebates they had. Some people fell through the cracks. Some people qualified but did not get their rebates for whatever reason. The new rebate has to be addressed as yet. (Senator Betzold thought the first priority would be to refund the people who missed the rebate last time and then see what the numbers look like.) Representative Alice Johnson stated that she thought two possible things might happen. There would have to be some way to deal with the excess revenue being directed by the State because of the economy. There could be a permanent tax cut, but then there would probably not be a rebate. This is one of the major decisions that needs to be made. Councilmember Barnette stated that there was an article in Star Tribune in November or December that indicated that people would receive another rebate in July of 2000. Representative Johnson stated that she did not think that was absolute. There are differences of opinions on certain topics such as the tab fees in the House and Senate. She was interested in finding out how many people would benefit before she makes her decision on the tab fees. The research she had done indicates that a larger percentage of the people in Anoka County would not benefit. More people in Anoka County drive older cars. For them to pay as much as someone who drives a newer car would not be beneficial to them. She thought maybe there could be a new survey about the different types of cars people drive to aid in the decision. Unicameral is another issue that she is certain would come up. The issue was whether it should go to the people or not and the people would let their legislators know how they felt. Senator Novak stated he heard that a significant tax cut has been proposed, but he did not know if it was a permanent cut or some form of rebate. The next rebate was a projection, but they would still have to pass it in the next couple of months. He expected that they would pass it. He said the House would come out with a major tax cut, and the Senate would end up matching the dollar figure to split between a rebate and two or three other tax items such as property tax and license tab fees. There was already $50,000,000 on the books for K-12 education. There are THE MINU'i'ES OF THE JANUARY 3. 2000 MEETING PAGE 3 ► other issues floating around in health care with prescription drugs and senior health care programs. The permanent income tax cut went on the books last July, and a couple of million ` taxpayers had their taxes adjusted on a permanent basis. He did not get one single telephone call, letter or e-mail. One month later the banks were so crowded with people with rebate checks. The public said they like the rebates. From a budgetary standpoint, the rebates are more manageable than a permanent rate cut because a rebate is one-time money going out. The rate cuts are permanent. The economy is so strong, and the revenues continue to come in. When you are looking at a two-year budget and the economy changes, the impact would be more severe because the cuts are on the book and the revenue side of the budget would already be set to be distributed. It was important to keep the decisions they make that tie their funding stable. Senator Novak indicated that there has been a lot of debate over utilities on deregulation, telecommunications, merging and competition. They are about two years into discussion on the possibility of deregulation, and the City has also had a good deal of interest in that issue. The legislature will continue to have hearings and interaction with organizations around the State. Mr. Burns asked Senator Novak if anyone was working on the impact of electronic trade and sales tax revenues and what that will do for future surpluses. Senator Novak stated that the answer was yes. The question was what and how to do it. It was a touchy subject. Electric commerce is something a lot of people have their hands on. It would be hard to increase the cost of doing business there. Representative Johnson stated that the topic has not been favorably received. As electronic commerce continues to grow, they will be forced to take a look at how much they rely on the present sales. Her own friends and family told her about their purchase of Gateway computers from other states. They had no idea that they were subject to the user tax that people should be paying. Last year the Department of Revenue had a piece of legislation that put a line on the income tax form for people to self-report on the use tax. This is a tax people are legally bound to and it has not been well received. Mayor Jorgenson stated that she wanted to remind the legislators that the people do not want to see a sales tax or a user fee put on other governmental units such as school districts or non-profit churches. Most of them are not aware that the City of Fridley has to pay a sales tax to the State of Minnesota for goods that they use. As long as there are extra sales tax revenues out there, one way to help alleviate some City budget problems would be to remove that sales tax from the City's budget. The levy limits are starting to have some dramatic effects on many of the northern suburbs, and it needed to be reviewed. She did not think that City government spending was way out of control or that the City could not be trusted by their legislators. Many out-state legislators do not trust the in-city folks. The legislators need to work on how to better communicate. Senator Betzold stated that he believed the levy limits might expire this year. Mayor Jorgenson stated that would happen unless they were extended. • Senator Betzold stated that it happened before, but the Senate was trying to get rid of levy limits. THE NIINUTES OF THE JANUARY 3 2000 MEETING PAGE 4 Mayor Jorgenson stated that this year Council would be looking at an appointment to the Six r Cities Watershed District. That has traditionally been a position for one of the City's staff members in a joint power agreement with five other cities. Due to some legislation last year, . they are no longer able to appoint City staff but instead must appoint a citizen. Mr. John Flora, Director of Public Works, has just presented a budget for the Rice Creek Watershed District. This is an example on what citizen advisory groups can do to property taxes that would be levied against all of the City. Mr. Flora also reported on some projects that are specifically related to developers that are now going to be placed on an ad valorum tax that everybody in the Rice Creek Watershed District will have to pay. She felt the feedlot issue was of interest. If someone would choose to have a feedlot on their property in the northeast section of the Rice Creek Watershed District, she asked why everybody in Fridley should have to pay the ad valorum tax. There are several other issues related to that. These appointments to the Watershed Districts can have a direct effect on the budget of the City and the taxpayers. Mayor Jorgenson indicated that another issue is privacy rights for Minnesota driver's licenses and license plates. The State of Minnesota is currently selling the names of people that have new license plates. Many young women, unknowingly, are having their name, address, and date of birth given out because they are neglecting to sign the back of their license plate registration forms each year which indicates that they do not wish to have this information sold. Anoka County is also doing the same thing with people who are redoing their mortgages. This information is being sold to anyone who wants it. Sales people are calling and talking a lot to the senior citizens about a reverse mortgage on their home and trying to convince them to refinance. Senator Betzold stated that the legislature spent time on these issues. He said he it gets tricky because there are public records that people want to maintain. Title companies. need access to those records in order to update the property abstracts. They authorized Washington County to make a decision to give citizens of Washington County the option of opting off of those lists. The individual lots should be able to be identified for property tax information. Thirty-four percent of people in Washington County stated that they wanted their name off of those lists. There is a pretty good chance that this will be expanded statewide. Representative Johnson stated that people have the choice of opting out of having their names sold, but they do not do it. Mayor Jorgenson stated that they have to fill out that section every year. It is in fine print on the back of the license registration, and most people do not see it. Senator Betzold stated that they encourage Council and residents of Fridley to contact their legislators. Legislators like to hear from people. Councilmember Barnette stated Representative Johnson indicated that she would be retiring. He would like to say thank you from all of the teachers, administrators and parents for all of her support throughout the years. She has been an outstanding spokesperson for education. The school district administrators of Fridley and Columbia Heights have always been able to call her, get a straight answer, and they usually got the results they wanted. Retirement is Representative Johnson's gain and their loss. Representative Johnson thanked Councilmember Barnette. THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 3 2000 MEETING PAGE 5 Senator Betzold stated that he would come to another City Council meeting after the session is over. Representative Johnson stated that she planned to work in education again. She introduced a bill for increased funding. It seemed to her that with the surplus being projected there should be money to help alleviate very serious problems. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: �ecial City Council Meetin� of December 6, 1999 Mayor Jorgenson stated that she had a correction on page 4, in the fifth paragraph from the top. Councilmember Bolkcom should be credited with stating that the notices for the meetings were published in the paper on September 16 and October 7 rather than herself. She was specifically talking about the notification for the December 6 meeting. MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to approve the minutes as amended. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: NEW BUSINESS: 1. RECEIVE THE PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES OF DECEMBER 15, 1999: Mr. Burns, City Manager, explained that this was a motion to receive the Planning Commission meeting minutes of December 15, 1999. RECEIVED THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 15, 1999. 2. VARIANCE REQUEST, VAR #99-32, BY SHAMROCK INVESTMENTS III, LLC, TO ALLOW A SIGN TO BE PAINTED ON A BUILDING. GENERALLY LOCATED AT 7033 CENTRAL AVENUE N E (MURPHY WAREHOUSEI (WARD 21: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this was a motion to approve a variance request by Shamrock Investments to allow a sign to be painted on the Murphy Warehouse building at 7033 Central Avenue. The owners of the new Murphy Warehouse on Central Avenue requested a variance for an existing painted sign on their new warehouse. The sign is a 360 square foot logo. Since the Zoning Code prohibits the painting of signs directly on buildings, a variance is needed. The Appeals Commission gave their unanimous approval to the variance at their December 8 meeting. Staff recommended Council's concurrence with the variance subj ect to the following stipulations: 1) Approval of the variance precludes the petitioner from installing an internally lit, freestanding pylon sign THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 3. 2000 MEETING PAGE 6 (this does not preclude the petitioner from a monument or directional signage); and 2) The petitioner shall maintain the sign in an attractive manner. APPROVED VARIANCE REQUEST, VAR #99-32. 3. APPROVE AMENDNIENT TO THE COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PLAN FOR MENARD'S PLAZA, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 52ND AVENUE AND CENTRAL AVENUE (WARD 11: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this motion would reduce the minimum height of primary lettering from 12 feet to 8 feet. It would also restrict the height of secondary lettering to one-third the height of primary lettering (which may be as high as 28 feet). It restricts the area of secondary lettering to one-third the area covered by primary lettering. It allows the secondary lettering to be either red or black rather than only black. Staff recommended Council's approval. APPROVED AMENDMENT TO THE COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PLAN FOR MENARD'S PLAZA. 4. RESOLUTION NO. 1-2000 IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR A MINNESOTA LAWFUL GAMBLING PREMISE PERMIT FOR FRIDLEY AMERICAN LEGION. POST 303 (7365 CENTRAL AVENUE N.E.I (WARD 2� Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this was a renewal application for a permit that would run from March 1, 2000 to Febnzary 28, 2001. Staff recommended Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 1-2000. 5. RESOLUTION NO. 2-2000 DESIGNATING OFFICIAL DEPOSITORIES FOR THE CITY OF FRIDLEY: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that staff recommended the appointment of Norwest Bank of Minnesota, NA as the City's official depository for the year 2000. He indicated that staff believes the service the City receives has been very good and that the interest rate that the City is paid for its deposits is very competitive. Staff recommended Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2-2000. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 3-2000 DESIGNATING AN OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER FOR THE YEAR 2000: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this is consideration of a resolution designating an official newspaper for the year 2000. The resolution names Focus News as the City's . official newspaper for the year 2000. It also designates the Star Tribune as the City's second official newspaper. Staff recommended Council's approvaL ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 3-2000. THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 3 2000 MEETING PAGE 7 7. RESOLUTION NO. 4-2000 IMPOSING LOAD LIMITSON PUBLIC STREETS IN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY MINNESOTA• Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this was consideration of a resolution imposing load limits on public streets in the City of Fridley. The resolution establishes a maximum weight of nine tons per axle for all City streets between March 3, 2000 and May 15, 2000. It also establishes a maximum weight of four tons per axle during the same time period for certain City streets. Staff recommended Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 4-2000. 8. RESOLUTION NO. 5-2000 DESIGNATING DIRECTOR AND ALTERNATE DIRECTOR TO THE SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the attached resolution designates the City's Public Works Director as the City's representative to the Suburban Rate Authority. It also designates our Assistant Public Works Director as the alternate representative to the Suburban Rate Authority. Staff recommended Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 5-2000. 9. APPROVE 2000 GIS RANGE RIDER CONTRACT WITH PLANSIGHT LLC: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the contract with P1anSight continues the Geographic Information Services that Fridley has been contracting out jointly with Columbia Heights and Andover. These services consist of on-site technical assistance with various GIS applications requested by the participating cities. Under this contract, Fridley and Andover are to receive 82 hours of on-site service each month. Columbia Heights would receive 54 hours of on-site service. Fridley's cost of the contract is $24,666.67. The total contract cost for the three cities is $65,533.34. This represents a 3.4 percent hourly increase over the hourly rate for 1999. Staff recommended Council's approval. APPROVED 2000 GIS RANGE RIDER CONTRACT WITH PLANSIGHT, LLC. 10. MOTION TO AMEND THE MINUTES OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 22, 1999: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this was consideration of a motion to amend the minutes of the Fridley City Council meeting of November 22, 1999. The motion would correct a sentence in the meeting minutes from Council's meeting on November 22, 1999. The sentence incorrectly portrays citizen survey results as they were described by Bill Morris of Decision Resources, Ltd. Staff recommended approval of the correction. APPROVE THE MOTION TO AMEND THE MINUTES OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 22,1999. THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 3 2000 MEETING PAGE 8 ! 11. APPOINTMENTS: CITY EMPLOYEES: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that staff recommended the appointment of four police . officers. The four appointees are replacements for two retiring officers, a third officer who left for the private sector, and the new school resources officer that was provided for in the 2000 budget. Barry Pankonin graduated from South Dakota State University with a BS in Agriculture. He has been a member of the South Dakota National Guard since 1994. Mr. Pankonin has also been a security officer at Mankato State University since 1998. Andy Knutson graduated from Minneapolis Community College with an Associate of Science Degree in Law Enforcement. He has been a part-time police officer for the City of Osseo since September 1999 and a Community Service Officer for the City of Columbia Heights since 1998. Jennifer Fetrow graduated from St. Cloud State University with an Associate of Arts in 1996. Ms. Fetrow was a Law Enforcement Explorer for the Fridley Police Department from 1994 to 1999. Ms. Fetrow was also St. Cloud State University Patrol Sergeant, from September, 1996 to May, 1999. Andrew Johnson graduated from North Hennepin Community College with an Associate of Science in Law Enforcement in 1998. He has been a Community Service Officer for the City of Fridley since 1998. Mr. Johnson was a member of the Police Reserve for the City of Brooklyn Park from 1997 to 1999. If approved tonight, the four new officers would begin work on January 18, 2000. Staff recommended Council's approval. APPOINTED BARRY PANKONIN, ANDY KNUTSON, JENNIFER FETROW, AND ANDREW JOHNSON AS POLICE OFFICERS. 12. CLAIMS: APPROVED PAYMENT OF CLAIM NUMBERS 90948 THROUGH 91204. 13. LICENSES: APPROVED THE LICENSES AS SUBMITTED AND AS OF FILE IN THE LICENSE CLERK'S OFFICE. 14. ESTIMATES: APPROVED ESTIMATES AS FOLLOWS: 0 Frederick W. Knaak, Esq. Holstad and Knaak, P.L.C. 3535 Vadnais Center Drive St. Paul, MN 55110 THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 3 2000 MEETING PAGE 9 i Services Rendered as City Attorney for the Month of December 1999 $ 5,000.00 ADOPTION OF AGENDA: MOTION made by Councilmember Billings to reverse item numbers 15 and 16 in the agenda. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANINTOUSLY MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to adopt the agenda as amended. Seconded by Councilmember Wolfe. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. OPEN FORUM. VISITORS: Mayor Jorgenson invited members of the public to come forward to address any items not on the agenda. No persons in the audience came forward. NEW BUSINESS: 16. VARIANCE REQUEST, VAR #99-33 BY BRIAN BONA, TO REDUCE THE REQUIRED SETBACK OF RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY FROM_ 50 FEET TO 25 FEET GENERALLY LOCATED AT 5333 UNIVERSITY AVENUE N.E. �WARD 2): Mr. Hickok, Planning Coordinator, stated that this was a request for a variance at 5333 University Avenue by Brian Bona. Mr. Bona was seeking a variance to reduce the setback from neighboring residential properties from the code required 50 feet to 25 feet in order to construct an automobile service station. The site is located south of I-694 along the east side of University Avenue just before the on ramp to I-694. Mr. Hickok stated that the summary of hardship by Mr. Bona states "the extra five feet along 84 feet on the east side of the building is needed to accommodate equipment and parts space. By expanding to the east, parking and drive aisles will not be impacted as they would be if the expansion went to the north or west." Mr. Hickok stated that at their December 22, the Appeals Commission meeting recommended approval of the request with stipulations. Staff has no recommendation on the request due to the ' fact that it is within previously granted dimensions. In 1994, a variance for 5311 University Avenue, the neighboring property was allowed to reduce the setback from residential from 50 feet to 19 feet. In 1987 there was a reduction from 50 feet to 11 feet at 6501 East River Road. • Staff recommended that if the variance is granted, that the Appeals Commission at their December 22 meeting, the same stipulations that were attached to VAR #99-19 previously THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 3. 2000 MEETING PAGE 10 granted be included with this request, with the exception of the first stipulation reading as r follows: 1) The permit shall repeal and replace Variance #99-19. MOTION by Councilmember Billings to approve the Variance Request, VAR #99-33, by Brian Bona with the following stipulations: 1) This permit shall repeal and replace Variance VAR #99-19; 2) All necessary permits shall be obtained prior to the start of construction; 3) All grading and drainage plans to be approved by City staff prior to the issuance of building permits; 4) A landscaping plan meeting all code requirements, plus an additional six large (4 inch caliper) trees to compensate for trees removed from the ROW by the petitioner, shall be approved by City staff prior to the issuance of a building permit. Bonding requirement, to ensure the installation of landscaping, shall be met as required by City Code; 5) No outdoor storage or displays to be permitted on this site; 6) Site shall not be used to display to be permitted on this site; 7) Alleyway east of property shall be restored and paved prior to the issuance of building permits; 8) To ensure adequate circulation for fire, police, and snow plows, petitioner shall dedicate a street easement and connect re-established alleyway to the University Avenue Service Road. Final design and layout to be approved by City staff; 9) All fencing to be located entirely upon petitioners own property; 10) Any lighting on the east side of the building shall be downcast and shielded to minimize impact on neighboring residential area; 11) The number of overhead doors facing University Avenue shall be limited to the extent possible. West elevation of building shall be approved by staff prior to the issuance of building permits. Overhead doors facing University shall have their impacts mitigated through architectural treatment, such as recessed openings, full glass doors, and landscaping; 12) Parking area to be screened from the ROW by a combination of berms and continuous plantings of at least three feet in height; 13) Code required five feet sidewalk easement shall be granted along the entire west edge of the property; 14) Petitioner comply with all County, State and Federal regulations, regarding disposal of fluids, batteries, and other materials. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 15. VARIANCE REOUEST, VAR #99-31, BY MAUI. INC. (SPIKERS GRILLE & BEACH CLUBI, TO REDUCE THE PARKING DRIVE AISLE FROM 25 FEET TO 22.5 FEET. TO REDUCE THE PARKING SETBACK FROM THE REAR LOT LINE FROM 5 FEET TO 3 FEET, TO REDUCE THE PARKING STALL SIZE FROM 10 X 20 FEET TO 9 X 18 FEET. TO ALLOW THE EXPANSION OF THE PARKING AREA. GENERALLY LOCATED AT 1200 OSBORNE ROAD N.E. (WARD 2� Mayor Jorgenson stated that it was her understanding that the petitioner requested to have this item tabled to allow time to further explore possibilities. MOTION by Councilmember Billings to receive the letter from Maui, Inc. (Spikers Grille & Beach Club). Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE - MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Councilmember Billings asked Mr. Knaak, City Attorney, if the sixty-day rule requires them to ' take some kind of action within the sixty days or grant an extension of up to another sixty days THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 3 2000 MEETING PAGE 11 . with some type of action by the Council. He asked if Council should table it for thirty days to work out exactly what they want to do in terms of setting a time frame. Mr. Knaak stated that as a practical matter, if there is a waiving of the time limit on the part of an applicant, he believed the law is clear that the applicant would be stopped from asserting the non- existence of the waiver. There was no clearly enunciated judicial interpretation on that point. The better course of action would be to take an affirmative step which would require an extension of time based on the request of the applicant and that extension of time be given as required by the statute in writing to the applicant. If there was an intention to grant a continuation of time the best way to do that under the usual operation of the statute would be for the City to grant that and state its reason for doing so in writing. Councilmember Billings asked Mr. Hickok when the sixty days runs out. Mr. Hickok stated it would run out at the end of the month. Councilmember Billings stated that if a motion was made to table this until the first meeting in March, they would be well within the sixty days and send a letter to the applicant advising him of the sixty-day extension and letting him know he needs to make some kind of action. The action would be to either request another extension within that sixty days or to bring something forward. Mr. Knaak stated that was his understanding also. Councilmember Wolfe asked Councilmember Billings if he wanted to table it until March 6. Councilmember Billings stated that he agreed. It would keep them within the confines of the State Statute and place themselves in the situation that the petitioner was not granted their variances because of inaction on their part, even though they are responding to their direct action. MOTION by Councilmember Wolfe to table this item until March 6 and send a letter to Maui, Inc. (Spikers Grille & Beach Club) stating that VAR #99-31 is tabled until March 6 per their request. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if the petitioner could come back before March 6 and ask for reconsideration. Mr. Hickok stated that was correct. At that point, they may suggest they withdraw their request to give themselves the time they need and start fresh. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that there are still some issues. Maybe the petitioner could agree with them to work on the things that are still outstanding including removing the railroad ties from the parking lot. . Mayor Jorgenson asked Mr. Hickok what this has to do with the temporary permit that staff gave them for the volleyball courts. THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 3, 2000 MEETING ___ PAGE 12 Mr. Hickok stated that was a trial basis to see how it worked last year. The owners and staff agreed that it was not a successful venture. STATE LEGISLATIVE UPDATE CONTINUATION: Mayor Jorgenson stated that Representative Satveer Chaudhary was present to address the legislative update. Representative Chaudhary stated that he apologized for his tardiness. He wished the City Council a Happy New Year and the best of luck in the coming term. He said a short session was coming up and that it would be fun filled as usual with the tricameral government, a huge $1,600,000,000 budget surplus that they do not normally have in non-budget years as well as a bonding bill. Discussion will be whether or not to give the surplus back, use it for farmers, or buy medicine. He also hoped to hear from the Council on important issues. Mayor Jorgenson stated that one item of concern was the appointment to the Six Cities Watershed Management Organization. She contacted several other members of Minnesota cities about not appointing a staff inember to the organization to allow more citizen input within the community. The City of Fridley advertised for an open position for the Six Cities Watershed Management Organization, and three people expressed an interest. Unfortunately, they do not reside within the watershed district, and the City has been unsuccessful in finding another citizen interested. Mr. Flora, Director of Public Works, presented a letter stating some of the Rice Creek Watershed District budget items that would have tax implications for the City of Fridley. These items are clearly defined by law to be that of the developer such as feedlot issues. This will need to be looked at because some of the people that get appointed do not have the legal expertise to make sure the people are getting taxed correctly. Representative Chaudhary stated that it was Representative Osmenz that was the one who offered the bill to prohibit city staff from being appointed to a watershed district. There are people who want to take away that prohibition. Mayor Jorgenson stated that she understood that this treads on the constitutionality issue of a staff inember residing in the district, but because they are staff, they are prohibited from the position. She said she felt it needed to be looked at. She said it was very difficult for a City of Fridley's size to find a qualified candidate to step into that position and have the willingness and dedication to do so. Representative Chaudhary thanked Mayor Jorgenson for the information. He encouraged everyone to keep him abreast of all of the issues that may or may not affect the City directly. His office number is 651-296-4331. He said he would appreciate input from Council or the viewers at home. 17. CITY OF FRIDLEY 2000 CITY COUNCIL AND STAFF APPOINTMENTS: MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to approve the appointment of the City Council and staff for the City of Fridley for the year 2000 to the following: Mayor Pro Tem, Anoka County Law Enforcement Council, Association of Metropolitan Municipalities, League of Minnesota cities, School District Nos. 13, 14, and 16, Northstar Corridor Development Authority, and North Metro Convention and Visitors Bureau. Seconded by Councilmember Billings. � THE NIINUTES OF THE JANUARY 3 2000 MEETING PAGE 13 UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR J ORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNAMMOUSLY. 18. RESOLUTION APPOINTING CITY OF FRIDLEY REPRESENTATIVES TO THE SIX CITIES WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATION: Councilmember Billings stated that this resolution was on the agenda because Mayor Jorgenson asked for it to be on the agenda and has directed staff to advertise a vacancy. Councilmember Billings said he is unsure of what Council should do. Mayor Jorgenson stated that it is her understanding from the legislation that was passed that they would no longer be able to appoint Mr. Flora to this particular position after January 1 of 2000. Under that legislation, the City must comply. Three persons expressed interest in being appointed to the Six Cities Watershed Management Organization, Councilmember Billings being one. He was the only one who applied that resides in the district. Representative Johnson concern was that there was not enough citizen involvement in activities that are ongoing with the City. She felt that it would be better served to have actual citizen advisors sitting as commissioners for this particular appointment. That is why he undertook this piece of legislation which passed the House and the Senate. Councilmember Billings stated that in reading the Joint Powers Agreement it says " The members of the organization shall not have a fixed term." He asked if this was a standing appointment. Mr. Flora stated that it is a standing appointment. Councilmember Billings stated that he does not read anything in the legislation that states that the current representatives need to be removed. It states that they cannot be appointed. Since Mr. Flora has been the appointed representative for several years, and they do not appoint representatives annually, Councilmember Billings did not see that there was a vacancy. Mayor Jorgenson stated that she disagreed because she believed each year an appointment has been made in the first week of January with a resolution appointing the City of Fridley representatives to the Watershed Organization. Mr. Knaak, City Attorney, stated that if this were to be disputed at some point, it may cause a problem for the City, but there are two perfectly legitimate ways to interpret this. Mr. Knaak said Councilmember Billings made a technical point with respect to the language. If there was a compelling reason why this could be construed as an annual appointment, the City could raise that argument, if necessary. He said it was not clear to him which interpretation is the correct one. � Mayor Jorgenson asked what happens if there is not an appointment by the City of Fridley. Mr. Knaak stated that then they would have a vacancy. This would not prevent the Joint Powers Agreement from continuing to be in force. THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 3 2000 MEETING PAGE 14 Councilmember Bolkcom asked if someone would have to resign to open the position. She also asked what the other five cities in the management organization were doing for this position. Mr. Flora stated that the other cities have taken the position much like Councilmember Billings has indicated. Since the appointments are made at the direction of Council, there are no vacancies, and there is no Council action being taken by those cities. Mayor Jorgenson asked why they would need to reaffirm the appointment each year. Mr. Flora stated that he thought she might be confusing this appointment with the Suburban Rate Authority. Councilmember Billings stated that he would ask that this item be tabled until the next meeting so staff can research it. MOTION by Councilmember Billings to table the resolution appointing City of Fridley representatives to the Six Cities Watershed Management Organization. Seconded by Council- member Bolkcom. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 19. INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS: Councilmember Bolkcom stated that she wanted to thank all of the City employees who worked on the Y2K issue. Mr. Bill Champa, Management Assistant, especially worked really hard to keep abreast of any problems. Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that Mr. Dave Sallman, Director of Public Safety, also worked really hard with year 2000 preparation. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that the Police Department will be ticketing anyone that parks on City streets from now until May 1, even if there is no snow during the period. This has been well published in the Focus News, the quarterly City newsletters and cable television. If anyone has any questions they can call the Municipal Center. Mr. Burns stated that parking on the street is not allowed between 2:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. ADJOURN: MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom, seconded by Councilmember Barnette, to adjourn the meeting. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE JANUARY 3, 2000 CITY COUNCIL MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:45 P.M. THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 3 2000 MEETING PAGE 15 Respectfully submitted, Signe L. Johnson Nancy J. Jorgenson Recording Secretary Mayor MEMORANDUM William W. Burns, City Manager �� TO: �y FROM: John G. Flora � ublic Works Director Jon H� o aukaas, Assistant Public Works Director , DATE: January 24, 2000 SUBJECT: 2000 Street Improvement Project PW20-008 Attached are two resolutions for initiating the design and plan preparation for the proposed 2000 Stree� Improvement Project No. ST. 2000 — 1, which include si 1 East S rvice Dri eenue Service Drive, 74 Avenue, Symphony Street, Symphony Court, and Um ty The first resolution orders the preparation of preliminary plans and specifications for the improvements as a result of the neighborhood meetings and Council's direction. This includes the upgrade of the asphalt berm streets within the area and repairs to the existing water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer systems. The second resolution accepts the preliminary plans and specifications for the improvement and authorizes the establishment of a public hearing. The public hearing will be scheduled for February 14, 2000. Recommend the City Council adopt the two resolutions so that the design work can be initiated for Street Improvement Project No. ST. 2000 —1. 7HH/JGF:cz Attachments 1 0 RLSOLUTION NO. - 2000 A RESOLUTION ORDSRING PRELIMINARY PLANS, SPLCIFICATIONS • AND ESTIMATES OF THE COSTS THEREOFs STRLET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. ST. 2000 - 1 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Fridley as follows: 1. That it appears in the interests of the City and of the property owners affected that there be constructed certain improvements to-wit: Street improvements, including grading, stabilized base, hot-mix bituminous mat, concrete curb and gutter, sidewalks, bikeway, water and sanitary sewer services, storm sewer system, landscaping, and other facilities located as follows: 71st Avenue: University East Service Drive to Locke Park entrance 73rd Avenue Service Drive: University East Service Drive to Able Street 74th Avenue: University East Service Drive to Lyric Lane Symphony Street: 73=d Avenue North Service Drive to 74`h Avenue Symphony Court: Symphony Street to the West University East Service Drive: 73rd Avenue North Service Drive to Osborne Road That the work involved in said improvements listed above shall hereafter be designated as: STRE$T IMPROVEMENT PROJi3CT NO. ST. 2000 - 1 2. That the Public Works Director, John G. Flora, City Hall, Fridley, NIDT, is hereby authorized and directed to draw the preliminary plans and specifications and to tabulate the results of his estimates of the costs of said improvements, including every item of cost from inception to completion and all fees and expenses incurred (or to be incurred) in connection therewith, or the financing thereof, and to make a preliminary report of his findings stating therein whether said improvements are feasible and whether they can best be made as proposed; or in connection with some other improvements (and the estimated cost as recommended), including also a description of the lands or area as may receive benefits therefrom and as may be proposed to be - assessed. 2 � Resolution No. - 2000 Page 2 3. That said preliminary report of the Public Works Director shall be furnished to the City Council. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COIINCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLI3Y THIS 24TH DAY OF JANUARY 2000. ATTESTED: DEBRA A. SKOGEN - CITY CLERK 0 3 NANCY J. JORGENSON - MAYOR RESOLIITION NO. - 2000 RESOLUTION REC�IVING TH$ PRELIMINARY R$PORT AND CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON TH$ MATT$R OF CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTSs STRELT IMPROVEMLNT PROJLCT NO. ST. 2000 - 1 WHEREAS, the construction of certain improvements is deemed to be in the interest of the City of Fridley and the property owners affected thereby. WHEREAS, Resolution No. - 2000 adopted on the 24th day of January, 2000, by the City Council, ordered the preliminary plans, specifications and estimates of the costs thereof for the improvements in this project. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Fridley as follows: 1. Tublic Wo kse Dir ctor, ris�hereby rece i edyandhaccepted ra, P 2. That the City Clerk shall act to ascertain the name and address of the owner of each parcel of land directly affected or within the area of lands as may be proposed to be assessed for said improvements, and calculate estimates of assessments as may be proposed relative thereto against each of said lands. 3. That the area proposed to be assessed for said improvements and each of them as noted in said notice are all the lands and areas as noted in said notice: All of the same to be assessed proportionately according to the benefits received. 4. That the estimates of assessments of the Clerk shall be available for inspection to the owner of any parcel of land as may be affected thereby at any public hearing held relative thereto, as well as at any prior time reasonable and convenient. 4 � y Resolution No. - 2000 , Page 2 5. That a public hearing be scheduled for February 14, 2000 and that all property owners whose property is liable to be assessed with the making of the improvements and constitute 100 percent of the property owners who will benefit from the improvement be notified of the public hearing under the normal procedures set forth in Minnesota Statutes Chapter 429. PASSLD AND ADOPTLD BY TH]3 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLSY THIS 24TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2000. ATTESTED: DEBRA A. SKOGEN - CITY CLERK 0 c NANCY J. JORGENSON - MAYOR 5 CITY OF FRIDL$Y (E%HIBIT A) NOTICE OF HEARING ON IMPROVEMENTS STRTET IMPROVEMENT PROJI3CT N0. ST. 2000 - 1 WHERFsAS, the City Council of the City of Fridley, Anoka County, Minnesota, has deemed it expedient to receive evidence pertaining to the improvements hereinafter described. NOW, THEREFORS, NOTICE IS HSREBY GIVEN THAT on the 14th day of February, 2000, at 7:30 p.m. the City Couneil will meet at the Fridley Municipal Center Council Chambers, 6431 University Ave., N.E., Fridley, NR�T, and will at said time and place hear all parties interested in said improvements in whole or in part. The general nature of the improvements the lands and streets noted below) of the to-wit: CONSTRUCTION ITEM is the construction (in following improvements, Street improvements, including grading, stabilized base, hot-mix bituminous mat, concrete curb and gutter, sidewalks, bikeway, storm sewer system, water and sanitary sewer, landscaping and other facilities located as follows: STRLLT IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. ST. 2000 - 1 718t Avenue: University East Service Drive to Locke Park entrance, 73rd Avenue North Service Drive: University East Service Drive to Able Street, 74tn Avenue: University East Service Drive to Lyric Lane, Symphony Street: 73rd Avenue North Service Drive to 74`h Avenue, Symphony Court: Symphony Street to the West, and University East Service Drive: 73rd Avenue North Service Drive to Osborne Road. All of said land to be assessed proportionately according to the benefits received by such improvement. Hearing impaired persons planning to attend the public hearing who need an interpreter or other persons with disabilities who require auxiliary aids should contact Roberta Collins at 572-3500 no later than 9 February 2000. Published: Fridlev Focus January 28, 2000 February 4, 2000 February 11, 2000 lJ 0 M EMORANDUM TO: William W. Burns, City Manager ��(� FROM: John G. Flor�Public Works Director Jon H, H�ukaas, Assistant Public Works Director ��` DATE: SUBJECT: january 24, 2000 Street Improvement Project No. ST 2000 —10 (Sealcoat) PW20-012 The attached resolution authorizes the advertisement for bided n t e s�ou0th ceOnt al part of Fridle1y.� year we propose to do sealcoating program area 3, generally locat In the 2000 budget $180,000 funds are available. Recommend the City Council adopt the attached resolution authio ing the advertisement for bids for the 2000 Street Improvement Project (Sealcoat) Project No. 2000 JHH/JGF:cz Attachment 7 RESOLUTION NO. - 2000 A RESOLUTION �RDERING IMPROVEI�NT, APPROVAL OF PLANS , AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS: STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. ST. 2000 - 10 (SEALCOAT) ' WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Fridley has established a policy of Sealcoating the City streets on a regular basis, WHEREAS, the Public Works Director has submitted a plan showing the streets in need of sealcoating, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the. City Council of the City of Fridley, Anoka County, Minnesota, as follows: 1. That the streets recommended for sealcoating by the Public Works Department be sealcoated, and the work involved in said improvement shall hereafter be designated as: STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. ST. 2000 - 10 2. The plans and specifications prepared by the Public Works Department for such improvement and each of them, pursuant to the Council action heretofore, are hereby approved and shall be filed with the City Clerk. 3. The work to be performed under Street Improvement Project No. St. 2000 - 10 be performed under one contract. The Public Works Director shall accordingly prepare and cause to be inserted in the official newspaper advertisement for bids upon the making of such improvements under such approved plans and specifications. The advertisement shall be published for two (2) weeks (at least 10 days), and shall specify the work to be done and will state that bids will be opened at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 24, 2000, in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, and that no bids will be considered unless sealed and filed with the Public Works Director and accompanied by a cash deposit, bid bond, or certified check payable to the City of Fridley for five percent (5�) of the amount of such bid. That the advertisement for bids for STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2000 - 10 shall be substantially standard in form. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS 24TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2000. ATTEST: DEBRA A. SKOGEN - CITY CLERK NANCY J. 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'E d0 :/2 �w:. `� �7[d Ave. `L ��th Ave. 't i5tn Av.. tt �6th Ave. `e e�m n�e. •e �8L1 Av�. �E �'k� n•.e. •E MEMORANDUM TO: William W. Bums, City Manager �� /� � FROM: John G. Flor�', Public Works Director Jon aukaas, Assistant Public Works Director DATE: January 24, 2000 SUBJECT: Sanitary and Storm Sewer Repair Project No. 329 PW20-011 Within our 2000 budget we have idenrified funds for the restoration of our sanitary and storm sewer lines. The sanitary repair work is concentrated on corrugated metal pipe which we are lining to extend its life and prevent further rusting and deterioraaon of the system. The storm sewer repair work is to line a 48-inch pipe which was originally installed without gaskets to help with groundwater programs, but consequently also caused settlements and sink holes. This year's project consists of 1. 1,519 lineal feet of 10-inch CMP sanitary sewer pipe 2. 6201ineal feet of 48-inch RCP storm sewer pipe 3. 1,0441ineal feet of 12-inch VCP sanitary sewer pipe — Altemate No. 1 The 2Q00 budget has $240,000 budgeted for the storm and sanitary sewer repair project. Recommend the City Council adopt the resolurion authorizing the staff to advertise for the Sanitary and Storm Sewer Repair Project No. 329. JHH/JGF:cz Attachment 10 RESOLUTION NO. - 2000 A RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENT, APPROVAL OF PLANS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS: SANITARY AND STORM SEWER - REPAIR PROJECT NO. 329 WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Fridley has established a policy of repair to sanitary and storm sewers when necessary, WHEREAS, the Public Works Director has submitted a plan showing the sanitary and storm sewers in need of repair, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Fridley, Anoka County, Minnesota, as follows: 1. That the sanitary and storm sewers recommended for repair by the Public Works Department be repaired, and the work involved in said improvement shall hereafter be designated as: SANITARY AND STORM 3EWER REpAIR PROJECT NO. 329 2. The plans and specifications prepared by the Public Works Department for such improvement and each of them, pursuant to the Council action heretofore, are hereby approved and shall be filed with the City Clerk. 3. The work to be performed under Sanitary and Storm Sewer Repair Project No. 329 be performed under one contract. The Public Works Director shall accordingly prepare and cause to be inserted in the official newspaper advertisement for bids upon the making of such improvements under such approved plans and specifications. The advertisement shall be published for two (2) weeks (at least 10 days), and shall specify the work to be done and will state that bids will be opened at 10:00 a.m, on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2000, in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, and that no bids will be considered unless sealed and filed with the Public Works Director and accompanied by a cash deposit, bid bond, or certified check payable to the City of Fridley for five percent (5�) of the amount of such bid. That the advertisement for bids for SANITARY AND STORM SEWER REPAIR PROJECT NO. 329 shall be substantially standard in form. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY TBIS 24TH DAY OF JANIJARy, 2000. ATTEST: DEBRA A. SKOGEN - CITY CLERK . n NANCY J. JORGENSON - MAYOR 11 � . � _ . •. . . . . r.. : = : � , l'i� 1 � �,�� ��7 8, �� " ?~�c •f l � ` '�� / )I :, 0 \� ��� 1 . • .. I � il \ � • � I �I � � • �: • �� 1 . 69 �M 4vE 1 - � f � �: .' � m "I + O � t � � ,� g ; '. 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" ' 7• N � � � �tr i �� �' w��r� � : � .� t� � O 1 i �G ♦ u. � � ' �t � ` O i � � o r � . _ � � . a .� � ' �� ' ` � � °'�� � �''�� . , ! 3 y " ' � `� r � (� ��, . , a ; � :� �W • � N . �o� '�, � ' �� T :\ � r�sa . >o � `\r �\ ^ ` .- � . 'n � � ., `o � \ �-Q �i l�7 Y r Q •, • , � i : , •� � � � o .' Y , • _ ••�.•.. 14 � MEMORANDUM TO: William W. Burns, City Manager �ju � � � FROM: John G. F1ora,�Public Works Director Jon H. I�ykaas, Assistant Public Works Director DATE: January 24, 2000 SUBJECT: Miscellaneous Concrete Curb and Gutter and Sidewalk Project No. 330 PW20-010 Attached is a resolution ordering advertisement for bids for the 2000 Miscellaneous Concrete Curb and Gutter and Sidewalk Project No. 330. This resolurion is provided for execution by the City as mandated by State law. This project covers remedial sidewalk, curb repair and replacement in the City whether due to urility repairs or driveway entrance permits. Recommend the City Council adopt the attached resolution ordering advertisement for bid for the 2000 Miscellaneous Concrete Curb and Gutter and Sidewalk Project No. 330. JHH/JGF:cz Attachment 15 RESOLUTION NO. - 2000 RESOLUTION ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS; 2000 - _ REMOVAL AND REPLACEA�NT OF MISCELLAN�OUS CONCRETE CURB AND GUTTER AND SIDEWALK PROJECT NO. 330 WHEREAS, the construction of certain improvements is deemed to be in the interest of the City of Fridley and the property owners affected thereby. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Fridley, Anoka County, Minnesota as follows: 1. That the following improvements proposed by Council Resolutions are hereby ordered to be effected and completed as required; Removal and replacement of miscellaneous concrete curb, gutter and sidewalk. 2. The plans and specifications prepared by the Public Works Director for such improvements are hereby approved and shall be filed with the City Clerk. The Public Works D"irector shall accordingly prepare and cause to be inserted in the official newspaper advertisements for bids upon the making of such improvements under such approved plans and specifications. The advertise- ments hall be published for three (3) weeks (at least 21 days), and shall specify the work to be done and will state that the bids will be opened and considered at 10:00 AM WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2000, and that no bids will be considered unless sealed and filed with the Public Works Director. That the advertisement for bids for 2000 - REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF MISCELLA- NEOUS CURB AND GUTTER AND SIDEWALK PROJECT NO. 330 shall be substantially in the standard form. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS 24TH DAY OF JANUARY 2000. ATTEST: DEBRA A. SKOGEN - CITY CLERK 16 NANCY J. JORGENSON, MAYOR . MEMORANDUM TO: William W. Burns, City Manager � � FROM: John G. Flora�ublic Works Director Jon H., �aukaas, Assistant Public Works Director ���� DATE: January 24, 2000 SUBJECT: Hypolim Aerator Replacement for Moore Lake PW2o-oi4 Bids were opened for replacement of the Moore Lake aerator at �o:oo a.m. on Wednesday, January i2, 2000. Only one qualified bid was received, that being from Hegi Enterprises LLC in the amount of $2�,io5.00. The DNR awarded us a$ i5,000 matching grant toward this project. City funds budgeted in 2000 for the replacement was $30,000. Hegi Enterprises has done the maintenance and inspection on the current aerator since its installation in 1g86. This has resulted in our aerator outlasting all other aerators of this type across the country by several years. Recommend the City Council award the Hypolim Aerator Replacement for Moore Lake to Hegi Enterprises LLC in the amount of $2�,io5.00 JHH/JGF:cz Attachment 17 BID FOR PROPOSALS HYPOLIM AERATOR REPLACEMENT FOR MOORE LAKE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12, 2000, 10:00 A.M. � 9��. � r ✓ c£ e��� ��AP 4 r l �� i � {*, �"a �. 4�,�'��`��"'�.. ��i` `� � ��� � i yt'.��`r� .: a,�.ai�� �.; • � �a F �- � � 2 s ,�� .r °� � s � � � , �'��� ax� � ��"4�T� � � � ��� � �� � ��i1�� �a. � �'x �� wa a�. qr �"" a :�z 1� x � �+ � - F� s xE +a'�i i��� �- � �' �ty+k�G � � t� 2�� 3 � �r�� -����»�: ,,�''��. � ��� �'� � �3�g � ���'- � ���,t?r � ���: �s�� t< � 2 � 'd � 3 i �` y++ ` � � ; � ^,,�? �' y ,�'` ^i � ta°' �ff `�' :, � �'}L;� ., :��� �� � S ��� y,� ��;,� p�?�i. r � �rst �'��'cy� T �.. .d' � � ?. !. ���."�ai, r�,,,. =4��� a`��`�'.cbt��.3#�� : / F,i�3 �.krxy�'T�:. , f f..�xp N'�y � �' ,���°/ �i�'"n: �, ..a� r.f'3�$ R b;s" �• .#� � .a{�' Hegi Enterprises Not 6605 County Road 19 $27,105.00 Loretto MN 55357 : � cmr oF fRIDLEY � FROM: SUBJECT: AGENDA ITEM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 WILLIAMW. BURNS, CITYMANAGER .a?� ��" RICHARD D. PRIBYL, FINANCE DIRECTOR RESOL UTIONAPPOINTINGSIGNATORIES FOR FLEX COMP DATE: January 20, 2000 : A number of years ago when the City initiated the flexible benefit program, Flex Compensation Incorporated was chosen to administer the program. As part of that administration, they review and disburse funds set aside by City of Fridley employees. The bank account that these funds are deposited into is a City account that requires the City Council to approve the signatories for the check signing. Recently Flex Compensation Incorporated (FCI) had some staffing changes, thus requiring new signers for the distribution of funds from the City account. Attached is the resolution that provides authorization for ponna Wetterlin (Benefits Specialist) and Shannon Nealy (Accountant) to sign flexible benefit checks on behalf of the City of Fridley. RDP/me Attachment 19 RESOLUTION NO , 2000 RESOLUTION DESIGNATING OFFICIAL CHECK SIGNERS FOR THE CITY OF FRIDLEY'S FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT I, Richard D. Pribyl, do hereby certify that I am Finance Director-Treasurer of the City of Fridley, a corporation organized under the laws the State of Minnesota. I further certify that at a meeting of said corporation duly and properly called and held on the 24`h day of January, 2000, the following resolution passed; that a quonun was present at said meeting; and that said resolution is set forth in the minutes of ineeting and has not been rescinded or modified. IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, that Norwest Bank NA is hereby designated as a depository for the funds of the City of Fridley's Flexible Spending Account. IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, that checks, drafts or other withdrawal orders issued against the funds of this account on deposit with said bank shall be signed by one of the following persons from Flex Compensation, Inc.: Donna Wetterlin, Benefits Specialist Shanno n Nealy, Staff Accountant and Norwest Bank NA shall be entitled to honor and to charge this account for all such checks, draft or other orders, regardless of by whom or by what means the facsimile signature or signatures resemble the facsimile specimens duly certified to or filed with Norwest Bank NA by the City Clerk or other officer of this corporation. I further certify that the Council of this corporation has, and at the time if adoption of said resolution has, full power and lawful authoriiy to adopt the foregoing resolution and to confer the powers therein granted to the persons named who have full power and lawful authority to exercise the same. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS 24Tx DAY OF JANUARY, 2000. ATTEST: DEBRA A.SKOGEN NANCY J. JORGENSON - MAYOR ��� 0 = AGENDA ITEM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 CfiY OF FRIDLEY a TO: WILLIAM W. BURNS, CITYMANAGER��� FROM: RICHARD D. PRIBYL, FINANCE DIRECTOR SUBJECT: ADDING A CHANGE FUND TO THE THIRD LIQUOR STORE LOCATED AT 248 57� AVENUE DATE: January 20, 2000 With the addition of the 3`d liquor store we have added a change fund in the amount of $2,000. This change fund is used to make change for the customers as they purchase product at the store. The attached resolution is in compliance with statutory requirements for the creation of change funds. RDP/me Attachment 21 RESOLUTION NO. - 2000 A RESOLUTION ADDING A THIItD CHANGE FUND TO THE NIUNICIPAL LIQUOR FUND WHEREAS, the City maintains change funds in the Municipal Liquor stores in order to provide change for customers, and WHEREAS, the City has added a third store to the liquor operation, and Whereas, in order to properly merchandise the products it is necessary to add a third change fund. NOW, THEREFORE, BE TT-RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Fridley hereby adds a third change fund to the liquor location at �e site of 248 57`� Avenue in the amount of $2,000. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS 24TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2000. ATTEST: DEBRA A. SKOGEN - CITY CLERK 22 NANCY J. JORGENSON - MAYOR 0 / AGENDA ITEM � CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 CfTY OF FRIDLEY TO: WILLIA1l�I W. BURNS, CITYMANAGER�,�� FROM: RICHARD D. PRIBYL, FINANCE DIRECTOR SUBJECT: CHANGE ORDER #1 L UND MARTIN GONSTR UCTION INC DATE: •January 20, 2000 Attached is the only change order involved with the remodeling of the retail space for the new Fridley Municipal Liquor location. The total amount of the change order is $16,244.00 This represents a 3.9% change from the original contract amount. We will also be billing Holiday Properties for line item No. 006 that is related to some inirial clean up of the interior store space. T'he abatement contractor will be billed for line item No. 018 that is clean up related to the Gander Mountain wall collapse. The exterior sign is being installed this week, which will complete the construction on the store. We are very happy with the way this turned out and hope that everyone who is in the area will stop and shop at our store. The ribbon cutting ceremony will be held on February 8th at 4:00 PM and we invite you and the Council to participate. Staff is recommending that the Council make a motion to approve the change order #1 to Lund Martin Construction, Inc. �/• �- Attachment 23 Change Order AIA Document G701 - Electronic Format OWNER ARCHITECT CONTRACTOR FIELD OTI�R [�l [�l [�l [l [l TEIIS DOCUMENT HAS II4IPORTANT LEGAL CONSEQUENCES; CONSULTATION WITH AN ATTORNEY IS ENCOURAGED WITH RESPECT TO 1TS COMPLETION OR MODIFICATION. AUTEIENIICATION OF THIS ELECTRONICALLY DRAFfED AIA DOCUMENT MAy BE MADE BY USING AIA DOCUMENT D401. PROJECT: (name, address) Fridlev Liauor Store 694 and Universitv Avenue Northeast Fridlev, Minnesota 55432 TO CONTRACTOR: (name, address) Lund Martin Construction. Inc. 3023 Randoinh Street Northeast Minneanolis. Minnesota 55418 T'he Contract is changed as follows: CHANGE ORDER NUMBER: O 1 DATE: 12-10-99 ARCHITECT'S PROJECT NO: 99-10-1106-01 CONTRACT DATE: August 25. 1999 CONTRACT FOR: General Construction The following items are based on the Change Order/Pronosal Ouotation: No. 002-R: Revised canonv and storefront. Add: S3H0.00 No. 006: Additional cost to dispose of ballasts assumed to contain PCB's. Add: $I.220.00 No. 007: Addirional cost to reolace 12 standard pendent heads in cooler with drv-oendent heads. Add: 51.199.00 No. _ 008: _ Eliminate VCT in receivin� areas. _ Shot blast floors in receivine and coolers azeas. _ ADDty two coats of Armorseal Tread-Plex. Add: $3,163.00 No. O 10: Remove Gander Mountain si¢na�e, renair drvwall. Paint wall. Paint mountains ner elevation from KKE Architects. Add: 52,439.00 No. O 11: Remove three fixtures and branch wirine from the exterior wall of store. Add: 5287.00 No. 012: Add three recentacles over windows on the north side of store. Add: 5209.00 No. 013: Provide and install eig,ht (8) locks on disalav cabinetrv. Add: 5450.00 No. 014: Install �vp-crete at vesribule to level floor. Add: 5838.00 No. 015: Additional Quarrv tile reauired due to additional len�th of cooler. Add: 5393.00 No. 016: Paint storefront wall bur�undv at inside entrance. Chan�2e color inside offices (accent color). Add: $566.00 No. 017: Form and vour extra footin� at NE corner of buildine. Add: S36b.00 No. 018: Clean uv debris (dama�ed store fixturesl from Gander Mountain wall collapse. Add: $789.00 No. 019: Sanitary connection not in location indicated on olan. Additional labor to idenrifv and make connection. Add: $969.00 AIA DOCUMENT G701 • CHANGE ORDER • 1987 EDTfION • AIA • COPYRIGHT (987 • T[� AMERICAN INSTtTUTE OF ARCFIITECTS, 1735 NEW YORK AVENUE, N.W., WASH[NGTON, D.C., 20006-5292. WARNING: Unlicensed p6otocopying violates U.S. copyright laws and is subject to legai prosecution. This document was electronically produccd with permissioo of the AIA and can be reproduced without violation undl the date of expirffiian as noted below. Electronic Format - G701-1987 24 � No. 020: Miscellaneous olumbin� items. Unforeseen condirions. Add: 5662.00 No. 021: Provide and install access nanel in storefront entrv to allow access to drain for sorinkler svstem. Add: 5135.00 No. 022: Additional time for concrete sawin�. Concrete was 7" rather than 4" thick. Add: $444.00 No. 023: Additional work oerformed to set skids. Add: $1.735.00 Attachment: Table of Chanse Order/Provosal Quotation Costs Not va(id uniil signed by the Owner, Archltect and Contractor. The original (Contract Sum) ( ') was $ 419.800.00 Net change by previously authorized Change Orders $ 0.00 The (Contract Sum) ( ') prior to this Change Order was .. a 419.800.00 The (Conhact Sum) ( ' ) will be (increased) (dee�eese� (�as�gec�) by this Change Order in the amount of S 16.244.00 The new (Contract Sum) ( ') including this Change Order will be $ 436,044.00 The Contract Titne will be (�sFease�) (�esFease�} (unchanged) by zero ( 0) days. The Date of Substantial Completion as of the date of this Change Order therefore is approximatelv: November 9. 1999. NOTE: This summary does not reflect changes in the Contract Sum, Contract Time or Guaranteed maximum Price which have been authorized by Construcrion Change Directive. KKE Architecu Lund Martin Construction, Inc. Ciri Of Fridle�� Address 300 First Avenue North Suite No. 500 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 BY: DATE: � �7' ��%% Address 3023 Randolnh Street Northeast Minneanol' Minneso 5541 BY: DATE: �/�-.��� 9Gf Address 6431 Universitv Avenue Northeast Fridlev, Minnesota 55432-4383 BY: DATE: AIA DOCUMENT G701 • CHANGE ORDER • 1987 EDITION • AIA • C�PYRIGHT 1987 • THE AMERICAN IIVSTITUTE OF ARCI-IITEG7S, t735 NEW YORK AVENUE, N.W., WASHINGTON, D.C., 20006-5292. WARNING: Unlicensed photocopying violates U.S. copyright laws and is subject to legal prosecudon. This document was electronically produced with pocmission of the AIA and can be reproduced without violation until the date of expiration as noted bclow. IrJ Electronic Format - G701-1987 L GTY OF FRIDLEY To: From: Date: Re: AGENDA ITEM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF January 24, 2000 William W. Burns, City Manager��j t° Richard D. Pribyl, Finance Director Deb Skogen, City Clerk January 20, 2000 Moose Lodge 38- Charitable Gambling Premise Pe rmit Renewal Section 30 of the Fridley City-Code allows Lawful Gambling by a licensed organization. The Moose Lodge is currently conducting charitable gambling on their premises located at 8298 University Avenue NE. Their Charitable Gambling Premise Permit expires on March 31, 2000. The renewal application requires a resolution from the City Council approving the renewal. If approved, the premise permit would become effective April 1, 2000 and expire March 31, 2002. Please find a resolution for the renewal premise permit. Staff recommends approval of tne premise permit renewal by adoption of the attached resolution. 26 0 RESOLUTION NO. - 2000 RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR A MINNESOTA LAWFUL GAMBLING PREMISE PERNIIT FOR MOOSE LODGE 38 WHEREAS, the City of Fridley has been served with a copy of an Application for a Minnesota Lawful Gambling Premise Pernut for the Moose Lodge 38, and WHEREAS, the location of the Premise Permit is for their premises located at 8298 University Avenue NE and will be effecrive from April 1, 2000 to Mazch 31, 2002; and WHEREAS, the City of Fridley has found no reason to restrict the location for the charitable gambling operation. NOW, TI�REFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Fridley approves the Minnesota Lawful Gambling Premise Pernut Application for the Moose Lodge 38 on their premises located at 8298 University Avenue NE. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF TI� CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS 24� DAY OF JANUARY 2000. ATTEST: DEBRA A. SKOGEN - CITY CLERK 27 NANCY J. JORGENSON - MAYOR / AGENDA ITEM � COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 C(TY OF FRIDLEY CLA1 MS 9 � 205 - 9162? : . � � GTY OF FRIDLEY LICENSES CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 Type of License � MANAGERIAL LIQUOR DISPENSING LICENSE Stuart Anderson' Cattle Co. Karen S. Esch 5696 University Avenue N.E. � Fridley, Minnesota 55432 TREE REMOVAL AND TREATMENT Metro Tree and Stump Service 10101 Naples St. N.E. Blaine, Minnesota 55434 GAS SERVICES Plymouth Plumbing 3636 Admiral Lane N Brooklyn Center MN 55429 GENERAL CONTRACTOR-RESIDENTIAL Schwarz Construction Co Inc 10961 - 32 St N Lake Elmo, MN 55042 GENERAL CONTRACTOR-COMMERCIAL Docken Construction 4432 18 Ave S Minneapolis, MN 55407 United Operations 5005 Cheshire Lane Plymouth, MN 55446 Viking Exteriors 1775 Selby Ave St Paul, MN 55104 Y K Contracting 879 Westwind Dr St Paul, MN 55019 � u Mike J. Strauss Barry Wood Dave Schwarz Dwight Docken Approved By: Police Department Paul Lawrence RON JULKOWSKI Building Official STATE OF MINN RON JULKOWSKI Building Official Michael Domino Same Larry Mason Same Yousry Khalil Same 29 Fees: $ 10.00 $ 40.00 Type of License PLUMBING Burn O Matic 2925 Garfield Ave S Minneapolis, MN 55408 K's Mechanical 20880 Nowthen Blvd NW Elk River, MN 55330 Tomkins AC Plbg & Heating 950 Hwy 7 Excelsior, MN 55331 SIGN ERECTOR Demars Signs Inc. 410 - 93 Ave NW Coon Rapids, MN 55433 LICENSES — JANUARY 24, 2000 � Matt Romain David Shook Approved By: STATE OF MINN Same . Chad Tomkins Same Dennis Demas 30 RON JULKOWSKI Building Official Fees: � � CRY OF FRIDLEY To: From: Date: Re: AGENDA ITEM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 � William W. Burns, City Manager �� David H. Sallman, Director of Public Safety January 20, 2000 Local Law Enforcement Block Grant The City of Fridley has been selected to receive funds in the amount of $22,705 in connection with the Local Law Enforcement Block Grant Program. This grant has a$2,523 match requirement, and in order to receive the funds, the following conditions need to be met: 1. On Thursday, January 13, an advisory boazd consisting of the recommended agencies met to discuss use of the funds. The group supported the recommendation made by the Police Department to apply the funds towards improving officers' computer technology within the police vehicles. 2. The public hearing notice has been submitted for inclusion in the January 19 issue of the Focus with the public hearing date scheduled for the January 24 meeting. We do not anticipate a large response to this non-controversial issue. Given the limited amount of funds available through this block grant, and the other grant funding sources already in place, it was felt, once again, that purchasing equipment was the best use of these funds. Staff recommendation is to use these funds to offset a significant portion of the cost of the Vision Mobile Data software. The software will allow record access for officers from their squads and improving service to the community. 31 � � CiTY OF FRIDLEY AGENDA ITEM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 DATE: January 20, 2000 TO: William W. Burns, City Manager �j { � SFROM: Barbara Dacy, Community Development Director Grant Fernelius, Housing Coordinator SUBJECT: Public Hearing for 2000 CDBG Program Every year the City conducts a public hearing prior to submitting it's application to Anoka County for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The purpose of the hearing is to describe how the funds will be used to meet important community development needs. The funds, which are provided by HLJD, must be used to meet one of the following national objectives: 1) benefit low and moderate income people, or 2) prevent slum and blight, or 3) meet other urgent community needs. Historically, the City of Fridley has used the money to fund single family housing rehabilitation and public services. In 2000, the City is projected to receive $138,686, which is about 5% less than the amount received in 1999 ($144,005). The reduction is due to cuts in the CDBG budget at the federal level. Staff is proposing that the funds be used for the same activities as last year with a slight reduction in the level of public service funding. Below is a breakdown of the funding proposal: Activity Housing Rehab Public Services County Admin. TOTAL Agency City of Fridley ACCAP Alexandra House Fridley Rec. Dept. Fridley Senior Program SACA 1999 $122,500 $8,500 $3,500 $4,000 $4,000 $2,500 $1,000 $144,005 32 2000 $116,496 $8,132 $3,357 $3,703 $3,704 $2,294 $1,000 $138,686 Change -$6,004 -$368 -$143 -$297 -$296 -$206 N/A -$6,814 CDBG Public Hearing Memo January 20, 2000 � Page 2 There are several comments worth making about the proposed 2000 budget versus the 1999 budget. First, the housing rehab budget in 1999 was initially $112,500. This amount was increased because the County would not allow the use of CDBG funds for code enforcement which was budgeted at $10,000. Second, the 15% cap on public service funding was used again in 2000; however, the amount for each agency was reduced proportionate to the amount received in 1999. Separate action approving the year 2000 applicatior� will occur under new business. Recommendation Staff recommends that the City Council conduct the public hearing on January 24`h regarding the 2000 CDBG program. M-00-04 33 � a CRY OF FRIDLEY ���� I ' IU DATE: AGENDA ITEM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 WILLIAM W. BURNS, CITY MANAGER ,� i" � CHUCK MCKUSICK, FIRE CHIEF JANUARY 20, 2000 SUBJECT: AUTHORIZATION TO REQUEST BIDS FOR FIRE APPARATUS The 1999 Capital Improvement Fund has funds designated for the purchase of a new Class A fire truck which will replace two aged engine companies. A committee of our firefighters has spent this year researching specifications. We are now ready to advertise for bids. This item was tabled at the November 22, 1999, City Council meeting. Staff respectfully requests that Council authorize the Fire Department to advertise for bids for a new Class A engine company. 34 . 0 - � � AGENDA ITEM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 CffY OF , FRIDLEY TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council FROM: William W. Burns, City Manager�r� � DATE: January 21, 2000 SUBJECT: Appointments to Six Cities Watershed Management Organization Board We advertised for citizen representation on the Six Cities Watershed Management Organization and received two letters of interest (see attached). Additionally, Councilmember Billings indicated an interest in serving. This item was tabled at the City Council meeting of January 3, 2000. Attached are two resolutions. Please indicate which resolution you would like to adopt. Thank you for your consideration of this matter. WWB:rsc Attachments 35 RESOLUTION - 2000 RESOLUTION APPOINTING CITY OF FRIDLEY REPRESENTATIVES TO THE SIX CITIES WATERSHED MANACEMENT ORGANIZATION WHEREAS, the City of Fridley, Minnesota is one of six member municipalities that entered into a Joint Powers Agreement establishing the Six Cities Watershed Management Organization; and WHEREAS, under the terms of the aforesaid Joint Powers Agreement, the City is required to appoint, as its representative to the Governing Board of the Six Cities Watershed District, one Ftepresentative and one Altemate Representative; and WHEREAS, it is also in the best interest of the City for purposes of efficiency and economy, to designate as its Subdistrict Representative the same individual it designates as its Representative to the Six Cities Watershed District; and WHEREAS, it would appear to the City that would be willing to serve as the City's Representative to the aforesaid Joint Powers Authority, as well as its Subdistrict Representative; and WHEREAS, it would also appear to the City that would be willing and qualified to serve as an Alternate to the aforesaid Joint Powers Authority. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that is appointed as the Representative of the City of Fridley, Minnesota, to the Six Cities Watershed District Management Organization, as well as its Subdistrict Representative; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that is appointed as the Alternate Representative to the Six Cities Watershed District Management Organization. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS 24TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2000. ATfEST: DEBRA A. SKOGEN — CITY CLERK �.1• J NANCY J. JORGENSON - MAYOR . , . a RESOLUTZON NO. - 2000 RESOLUTION REAFFIRMING THE SIX CITIES WATERSHED MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATION APPOINTMENT WHEREAS, the existing Joint Powers Agreement, as amended in 1998, that � creates the Six Cities Watershed Management Organization (WMO) establishes that "the members of the Organization shall not have a fixed term but shall serve at the pleasure of the governing body of the party appointing such member to the Orqanization", and WHEREAS, the current member to the Six Cities WMO representing the City of Fridley is John G. Flora, Fridley City Engineer, and WHEREAS, John G. Flora has not resigned his membership, nor has he been removed for cause, and WHEREAS, Minnesota State Statute 103B.227, Subdivision 2. Notice of Board Vacancies, reads in part "... After December 31, 1999, staff of local units of government that are members of the watershed management organization are not eligible to be appointed to the board", and WHEREAS, the Mayor of Fridley has been in contact with State Representative Ozment, and WHEREAS, the Mayor of Fridley indicates that Representative Ozment is preparing language to clarify the changes that were made in 1999 to 103B.227, and WHEREAS, the Mayor of Fridley indicates that Representative Ozment does not want elected City Council members to be the appointed member of the WMO for the respective cities, and WHEREAS, notwithstanding the lack of an open membership seat, the City of Fridley advertised that an opening existed, and there were only three applicants, two that do not live in the Six Cities Watershed District, and one member of the Fridley City Council who resides in the District. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Fridley, Anoka County, Minnesota, that the City of Fridley shall take no action at this time to request the resignation of the current member, or to appoint or re-appoint a representative to the Six Cities WMO, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Fridley re-affirms that the current member representing the City of Fridley is John G. Flora, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Fridley shall await any statutory changes that may be made by the 2000 Legislature before taking any further action. PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS 24TH DAY OF JANUARY, 2000. a ATTEST: DEBRA A. SKOGEN - CITY CLERK 37 NANCY J. JORGENSON, MAYOR � Flora, John From: Bums, Bill Sent: Wednesday, December 08, 1999 9:19 AM To: Fiora, John Subject: FW: Six Cities Watershed Management Organization Board —Original Message---- From: John Haluska (SMTP:haluska@haluska.com] Sent: Tuesday, December 07, 1999 9:25 PM To: Bums, Bill Subject: RE: Six Ckies Watershed Management Organization Board Thanks for your quick response. This is to confiRn my sincere interest in serving on the Six Cities Watershed Management Board as an appointee of the Fridley city council. I have been a resident of Fridley for approximately eight years and, having grown up in Columbia Heights, I have a long familiarity with the area, its issues and the concems of its residents. 1 believe in public service and the responsibilities of citizenship. I have experience in serving public boards - I have been a member of the Anoka county Library Board for years and at present serve as its chair. In addition I have served on a number of other boards, primarily of a charitable or educational nature. 1 am a business owner- I am president of Vital Services, Inc. an intemet - solutions company providing intemet access, web site design and management, etc. to clients in the United States, Canada and Europe. I am also marketing manager for Norbord Nexfor, one of North America's major forest products companies. I have had a long time interest in environmental and wat�!�shed issues having in the past served on the board of the Mississippi Corridor Neighborhood Coalition and am a supporter of Friends of the Mississippi and am attentive to watershed issues. I think that my qualifications, experience and interests make me an excellent candidate for the position and I would welcome the chance to serve the city on the board. Thank you for your consideration. John Haluska -----Original Message----- From: Burns, Bill fmailto:BumsW�ci.fridlev.mn.usl Sent: Tuesday, December 07, 1999 5:54 PM To: 'haluska�haluska.com' Subject: FW: Six Cities Watershed Management Organization Board John: Thanks for your interest in appointment to the Six Cities Watershed Management Organization's Board. Please send us a letter (e-mail works fine) indicating your interest and any qualifications that : , �ou believe that you would bring to this position. Council will be considering applications and making an appointment at one of our January meetings. Send correspondence to The City Manager's Office, City of � Fridley, 6431 University Avenue, Fridley, MN 55432. Thanks. Bill Bums � > -----Original Message----- > From:Collins, Roberta " > Sent: Monday, December 06, 1999 8:58 AM > To: Bums, Bill > Subject: FW: Six Cities Watershed Management Organization Board > > > -----Original Message----- > From:John Haluska [SMTP:haluska�haluska.com] > Sent: Friday, December 03, 1999 8:58 PM > To: fridley�ci.fridley.mn.us > Subject: Six Cities Watershed Management Organization Boarci > > I am interested in serving on the Six Cities Watershed Management > Organization Board. Please contact me conceming this matter. > > John Haluska > 5660 Arthur Street NE > Fridley MN 55432 > > 612 571 5340 - Home > 612 572 2217 - Work � Z 39 / OEPARTMENT OF PUBUC WORKS Minneapolis Water Works Water Pfant Operations 4300 Marshall Street NE Minneapolis MN 55421-250p (612) 661-4917 Phone (612) 661 •491 �1 FAX December 7, 1999 Mr. William Burns City hlanager - City of Fridley University Avenue, N.E. Fridley, MN 5�432 Sub ject: Deaz Mr. Bums: �� The Su Cities Watershed Management Organization Board ���� � -, � , _ -- - .� an�. . .. ,�7�� :nneapolis city of lakes I am writing to espress my inter,est in being appointed for the above referenced Boazd. I have attached, for your reference, a copy of my professional profile, oudining my background and expertise. I have coordinated several source water protection activities with State Agencies and various Local Stakeholder Groups. I am also a RAB member for the restoration of the Super- Fund Site at NIROP/UDLP Plant, and have lived in Fridley for the past twelve years. I have a twenty-year career in both the drinking water and wastewater fields. My experience is quite diversified, ranging from planning and design to construction management, and am currendy in charge of overseeing all the operation aspects of the Minneapolis Water Works iMWw)- The MWW is the largest water utility in the upper mid-west, serving approximately one (1) million customers in the City of Minneapolis and seven surrounding suburbs. My latest cazeer achievement took place in January when I was elected for the position of the National Director-at-Large by the boazd of the American Water Works Association (AWWA). The AWWA is the largest organization of water supply professionals in the world with more than »,000 members. If you need any more information, please don't hesitate to contact me at the above listed numbers. My e-mail address is � asser.abou-aish ci ci.minnea_po(is.mn.us. I look fonvard to hearing from you. Sincerelv, Yasser M. AbouAish, P.E Superintendent of Operations /(.' �' j'' lf �vJ. ,; L G_.,,. �' s,2i s�3-Z,s� MATIVE AC710N EMPLOYER i ' � Recyc%d Paper 3G°, Post Cons�mer F.•per . Summary Experience 0 YASSER ABOUAISH, P.E. Superintendent of Operations Nlinneapolis Water Works Mr. AbouAish has twenty years of experience in planning and design, engineering and research, construction and project management as well as start-up and O&M of both water and wastewater facilities. During his career, he has worked for consultin� companies, contractors and various �overnment agencies. He is presently in charge of managing all the operation aspects of the Minneapolis Water Works (MWV� which has a budget of $30 million and 250 employees. Currently, Mr. AbouAish is the Superintendent of the targest water utility in the Upper Midwest with responsibilities for the overall operations of facilities which serve 500,000 customers in the City of Minneapolis, Minnesota in addition to seven surrounding suburbs. His present responsibilities include the following: WATER SUPPLY: Working with the Upper Mississippi Watershed District' stakeholders to assure adequate water supply for one of the United States' majoL metropolitan areas. The stakeholders include the Corps of Engineers, Mississippi Headwaters Board, State of Minnesota's regulators: Pollution Control Agency (PCA), Department of Health (DOH) and Department of Natural Resources (DNR), county water planners, watershed managers, Metropolitan Council, surface water suppliers, emergency planners and local responders as well as several major industries along the river corridors. This coalition forms the River Defense Network (RDN) whose mission is to assess threats to water supplies, inventory potential hazardous spill sites (over 1,200), develop contamination prediction modeis and database and provide training and education in order to protect the water intakes of Minneapolis and 4�U miles oFwatershed above them. PUNiPING STATIONS AND TREATMENT PLANTS: Coordinating the operation of the softening plant, two filtration plants and four large pumping stations that are staffed 24 hours a day with a production capacity of 180 million �allons per day. This includes developing Capital Improvement Programs (CIP) that address current and anticipated laws and regulatory mandates as well as growth and development, which require infrastructure investments. This also includes overseeing Major Repairs and Replacement (MRR) projects for aging facilities tllat reqt►ire both building and equipment maintenance. STORAGE rACILITIES: Nfanaging the in-ground treated water reservoirs and its distribution to the various pumping districts including employing water and ener�y conservation meastires with the power supply companies. This also includes operatin� the elevated tanks and coordinatin� the allocation of retail and wholesale water to the surrounding suburbs. � \ a • WASTE TREATMENT: Coordinating the operation of the dewatering plant, wl�icil handles tlle treatment residuals (lime sludge from softening and filter backwash), thro�i�h thickeners, centrifiiges and lagoon treatment. The treatment process removes approximately 100 ton of residuals per day, which is hauled by trucks to be used for soil conditioning on area farmlands. WATER QUALITY LABORATORY: Overseeing both the regulatory compliance testin� and the qiiality assurance monitoring through the various sta�es of treatment and thro�ighout 1,000 miles of distribution system. Physical, chemical and water bacteriotogical examinations total 200,000 tests annually. MWW consistently meets all federal EPA standards and State regulations. Additionally, Mr. AbouAish develops policies and procedures for operations and human resource mana�ement, assists in setting long-range goals and objectives for the MWW, directs implementing CIP, MRR and maintenance projects, prepares specifications for treatment chemicals and reviews design for process equipment. He also develops and maintains annual operating budget in the areas of responsibility in addition to supervising, managing and directing a large staff. Mr. AbouAish's general engineering experience is quite diversified and includes a great deal of work in both the p(annin� and design as well as the construction phase.- In Minneapolis, he had responsibility for coordinatin� various water projects. These projects included the design and rehab of water facilities, process and operation improvements related to supply issues, treatment, pumping and storage in addition to water transmission and distribution projects. Other accomplishments include: •$5 million storage facility renovation project • 45 million gallon reservoir rehabilitation program • Large pumps and motors replacement • Addition of Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) for energy conservation • Alternate source water supply studies • Prepare emergency and conservation plans • Cleaning and linin� of water transmission, trunks and distribution mains • Various instrumentation and control studies In the City of Minneapolis, Mr. AbouAish coordinated various constniction activities with govemment agencies, consultants, contractors, professionals and building trades as we(1 as other city departments. He also served in the past as a project manager and design engineer on a variety of major wastewater projects in Minnesota and Wisconsin. His work included: • Performing geotechnical and hydraulic sludies for the Metropolitan Waste ' Control Commission (MWCC) sanitary and storm sewers and investigating . methods of constructing six miles of ten-foot diameter tunnel; the largest in the _ State's history. Designing under�round structures in rock and soft �round for 42 • Education Registration Membership Publications �donors � 0 Lake Gervais and Nlinneapolis East Interceptors with all shafts and associated buildings. Supervising the production of final plans, preparing cost estimates and writing reports and specifications in addition to construction scheduling. Construction of both projects (over $60 million) has recently been completed. Coordinating sub-surface and other design investigations of the Water Pollution Abatement Program. Supervising all Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) projects. Monitoring, documenting and analyzing information to develop interpretation of the underground conditions. Preparing reports for the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD) facility plans. Inspecting construction of wastewater system upgrades; including collection and conveyance projects and primary and secondary treatment plants. M.S. Civil Engineering, University of Notre Dame, 1982 B.S.C.E., Cairo University, Egypt, 1976 Professional Engineer, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Licensed Water Plant Operator, Minnesota AWWA, ASCE, ACI, APWA, NSPE Masters Degree Thesis, University of Notre Dame, 1982 Numerous technical papers, articles and presentations to local and regional professional associations' meetings. Participated in national and intemational conferences in the USA and abroad. President of the Minneapolis public Works Engineers Association (MPWEA) Chair of the AWWA- Minnesota section Reseazch Committee Utility Liaison for the AWWA Research Foundation Board of Directors of the Minnesota Federation of Engineering Societies (MFES) Member, Oversight Committee for the River Defense Network (RDN) Liaison for the University of Minnesota Water Utility Management Institute Member of the National Management Development Committee (AWWA) 43 ,.,. . � .� , . . . . � � � Cfi7 OF FRIDLEY DATE TO: FROM: AGENDA ITEM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 January 20, 2000 William W. Burns, City Manager�� � Barbara Dacy, Community Development Director Grant Fernelius, Housing Coordinator SUBJECT: Approval of the Year 2000 CDBG Program The following is a summary of the activities proposed for funding under the year 2000 CDBG program. Housing Rehab Public Services County Admin. TOTAL $116,496 ACCAP $8,132 Alexandra House $3,357 Fridley Rec. Dept. $3,703 Fridley Senior Program $3,704 SACA $2,294 $1,000 : •:i Applications for the program are due at Anoka County by February 11, 2000. The funds will become available on July 1, 2000 and must be spent by December 31, 2001. Recommendation Staff recommends that the Council approve the year 2000 CDBG application as described above and that the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to execute all documents with Anoka County to secure said funding. M-00-OS . .I � 0 � a � �� � ` AGENDA ITEM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 24, 2000 CITY OF FRIDLEY INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS 45