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03/28/2011 - 29394CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF FRIDLEY MARCH 28, 2011 The City Council meeting for the City of Fridley was called to order by Mayor Lund at 8:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Lund Councilmember-at-Large Barnette Councilmember Varichak Councilmember Bolkcom MEMBERS ABSENT: Councilmember Saefke OTHERS PRESENT: William Burns, City Manager Fritz Knaak, City Attorney Jim Kosluchar, Public Works Director Donovan Abbott, Director of Public Safety Sue Johnson, Anoka County Tony Palumbo, Anoka County Attorney Jack Kirk, Parks and Recreation Director Jim Kordiak, Anoka County Commissioner John VonDeLinde, Director of Anoka County Parks & Recreation Chip Suchy, 12008 Oak Park Boulevard, Blaine Pam Reynolds, 1201 Norton Avenue PRESENTATION: Go Anoka County — www.�oanokacount .�org APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: OLD BUSINESS: 1. Second Reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 205.23, Related to Purpose, District Boundaries, Permitted Uses, Accessory Uses, Existing Uses, Excluded Uses, Lot Width, Lot Coverage, Setbacks, and Refuse for Properties within the S-1, Hyde Park Neighborhood Zoning District (Text Amendment, TA #11-04, by the City of Fridley); and Adopt Official Title and Summary Ordinance. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 28, 2011 PAGE 2 William Burns, City Manager, said this ordinance updates the language in Chapter 205.23 to bring it into conformity with State law and other sections of the zoning code. It allows existing uses, such as multi-family uses to become permitted uses as allowed by state law. Dr. Burns said under current language, multi-family units may be rebuilt only if they were damaged or destroyed by fire or some other disaster. The new language allows them to be rebuilt within their current footprint as a permitted use. The new language also expands the allowed lot coverage for conforming uses (single family) from 25% to 35%, as allowed for pre- 1955 lots in other sections of the City. Staff modified the lot coverage language since the last meeting to make it clear that it applied only to conforming, single-family uses. The accessory use section of the ordinance has also been modified to bring it into conformity with accessory use language in the single-family section of the zoning code. Dr. Burns said since the last meeting, language has been added describing privately owned recreational facilities as including, but not limited to, playground equipment and swimming pools. The revisions also deal with lot width and setback requirements. There are no substantive changes other than to raise the allowable garage height from 14 feet to 15 feet to match the R-1 code. Otherwise, the wording has been changed to make it simpler. Dr. Burns said the changes also describe the Hyde Park boundaries differently. Previously, boundaries were described by block and lot numbers. The new language describes Hyde Park as all parcels bordered by Main Street on the west, University Avenue on the east, 61st Avenue on the north, and 57th Place on the south. Dr. Burns said the wording of the purpose section of the ordinance has been changed to reflect the City is establishing a zoning mechanism that "will allow a variety of housing types on lots with reduced lot sizes and setbacks." This emphasis on a variety of housing types is the only substantive change. The final change is a name change. Under the "Refuse" section, language referring to waste disposal has been changed to "Sold Waste Disposal and Recycling Collection." Dr. Burns said these changes were approved by the Planning Commission on January 19. Council approved the first reading on March 14. Staff recommends Council's approval of the second and final reading of this ordinance and the adoption of the summary ordinance. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON THE REGULAR AGENDA. NEW BUSINESS: 2. Resolution Entering into a Joint Powers Agreement with the State of Minnesota and the City of Fridley to Allow Access to Criminal Data Systems. William Burns, City Manager, said this agreement replaces an agreement that has been in effect since 1977 and was last renewed in 2004. It established the terms and conditions under which employees of the Fridley Police Department have access to the Bureau of Criminal FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 28, 2011 PAGE 3 Apprehension's (BCA) Criminal Justice Data Communications Network (C7DN). The data system is a very important source of information for running criminal histories, identifying individuals involved in incidents, processing cases for prosecution, officer safety, and a variety of other needs. Dr. Burns said while the data covered by this agreement has changed, there are no substantive changes in the cost for BCA access or in the requirements for access. Staff recommends Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2011-18. 3. Resolution Approving and Authorizing Signing and Agreement with Sergeants of the City of Fridley Police Department for the Years 2010 and 2011. William Burns, City Manager, said the City began negotiations in 2009 and continued them through 2010 without agreement. Lacking agreement, the union certified for interest arbitration last year. Both sides averted the costs of arbitration by re-entering grievance mediation in January over the annual leave sellback Resolution of the annual leave sell-back issue in February led to agreement on the overall contract and Memorandum of Understanding. The terms are as follows: 1. A two-year contract covering 2010-2011. 2. Same insurance benefit package as all other City employees. 3. An additional $50 per year for their uniform allowance (total=$450). 4. Wages increased by 1% beginning January 1, 2010, and no additional adjustment for 2011. 5. Agreement with suspension of the annual leave sellback program for 2010 and 2011. 6. Full amount of tuition reimbursement limited to those currently in the program for 2010 and 2011. 7. Raise in allowance for sellback of unused holiday pay from 24 hours to 32 hours. Dr. Burns said the cost of the agreement, not including increased cost for health insurance benefits, is $7,535 for 2010 and $1,901 for 2011. Staff recommends Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2011-19. 4. Approve 2011 Reappointments to City Commissions. William Burns, City Manager, said that the following terms expire in 2011. 1. Planning Commission - Jack Velin and Brad Dunham 2. Appeals Commission - Christopher Anderson and Del Jenkins 3. EQEC - Barbara Johns and Ann Andrews 4. Parks and Recreation Commission - Michelle Barrett FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 28, 2011 PAGE 4 Dr. Burns said all of the incumbents except for Barbara Johns and Ann Andrews (both from EQEC) wish to be reappointed. All of the positions are for three-year terms which expire on March 31, 2014. Staff recommends reappointment of all of those requesting reappointment. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON THE REGULAR AGENDA. 5. Claims. APPROVED CLAIMS 150057 THROUGH 150190. 6. Licenses. APPROVED THE LICENSES AS SUBMITTED AND AS ON FILE. ADOPTION OF AGENDA: Councilmember Bolkcom asked for Item Nos. 1 and 4 to be removed from the consent agenda and placed on the regular agenda. MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to approve the Consent Agenda with the removal of Item Nos. 1 and 4. Seconded by Councilmember Varichak. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to adopt the Agenda with the addition of Item Nos. 1 and 4. Seconded by Councilmember Varichak. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. OPEN FORUM: Jim Kosluchar, Public Works Director, said daily flood updates have been followed with the National Weather Service. The projections indicate things should be okay through ne�t week. Increased flooding in the following weeks could be high as there is a lot of water in the snow containment along the Mississippi River. All equipment is ready to be installed at Riverview Heights and staff has been monitoring levels at Rice Creek The sandbagging program is underway, offering up to 100 bags free to property owners. Five sanding stations are located around Fridley where sandbags can be filled. If someone is in need of more sandbags because of potential flooding they can order sandbags delivered to their home. The City's website is updated on a regular basis; www.ci.fridley.mn.us. This is the best place to get the latest updates and predictions. Mayor Lund asked if people have used the sanding sites. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 28, 2011 PAGE 5 Mr. Kosluchar said that about a dozen property owners have picked up sandbags. NEW BUSINESS: 7. Resolution in Support of the Anoka County Joint Law Enforcement Council's Public Safety Data System. Tony Palumbo, Anoka County Attorney, said he is currently the Chair of the Joint Law Enforcement Council (JLEC). The JLEC Board was formed in 1970 with the purpose to improve public safety effectiveness and efficiency by cooperatively providing services like the 911 dispatch center, major crimes investigating, recordkeeping, training throughout the County, the 911-800 mhz, and auto theft grant which has reduced auto theft by 62%. Attorney Palumbo said the JLEC is looking to cooperate in the public safety data system which is a shared record system to benefit emergency officials to share information for a greater increase in efficiency which will reduce errors. Currently various agencies have to re-input data from other agencies which causes error. Records are currently not accurate and this would implement a computer system to share documents. Attorney Palumbo said the resolution supports this safety data system and attempts to amend the current legislation in place for bonding of the 800 mhz system to allow to bond for this project. The JLEC is asking Council to give serious consideration and a favorable vote to this item. Councilmember Bolkcom asked what the cost would be for this service. Attorney Palumbo said the annual cost would be about $3.50 per household. The total cost is between $3.5 — S.SM. The County will sell bonds and finance this project over 10 years. The County is not asking for funds from the City, and a separate tax item will be on the taxpayer's statement. The cost based on a$200,000 value home and would begin in 2013. Councilmember Bolkcom asked how people could find out more information about this project. Attorney Palumbo said they could contact the Public Safety Director with any questions. MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to adopt Resolution No. 2011-20. Seconded by Councilmember Varichak. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 8. Resolution Supporting the Changes and Improvements to Locke Park being Proposed by the Anoka County Parks and Recreation Department. Jack Kirk, Parks and Recreation Director, said in November of 2010 a representative from the Anoka County Parks came to the city parks to present information about improving Locke Park. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 28, 2011 PAGE 6 The improvements would include replacement of the road, surface water ponding and relocation of the dog park There was a unanimous motion moved to support this project. Representatives from Anoka County will talk about the improvements being recommended for the park. Jim Kordiak, Anoka County Commissioner, said Locke Park has a history in Fridley and has been present for over 30 years. Anoka County became involved with this park about 25 years ago. Locke Park is a big part of the regional trail system and Anoka County is looking to make some improvements. The current roadway is 3 5 years old. It is a straight road and it is suggested to realign this road to become more appealing. Other areas of improvement include relocating the runoff, parking opportunities, shelters, planting trees and relocating the dog park. All these improvements will be funded and these improvements will be good for the community. John VonDeLinde, Director of Anoka County Parks and Recreation, said that Locke Park is located behind Columbia Arena and has been operating under a Joint Powers Agreement for 31 years. The park is in need of infrastructure redevelopment. The reconstruction of the road would create a curvier road. Other design features would increase access for those with disabilities, shorten the parking lot at the east end and require storm water drainage installation. The new road will go from a two lane roadway to a curbed two lane road so there will not be as much paved surface. The sign at the front entrance will also be replaced. The project is funded by a Met Council grant. Mr. VonDeLinde said one of the items getting attention is the dog park that was put in 5 to 6 years ago. The current dog park is one acre and has received a high response from the community. It is difficult to grow grass and there are some issues with runoff, access for those with disabilities and safety. The committee decided it would be best to relocate the dog park to a more centralized part of the park In the proposed area there are better soils and easier accessibility. It would also allow for expansion of the dog park Dog park patrons would park in the center of the park During the winter, snow would not need to be plowed all the way to the end of the park, which would save money. Mr. VonDeLinde said bids were recently received for this project and they came in $120,000 under budget. The project is scheduled to begin in May and construction would be complete in 7uly; depending on weather and how quick the contractor moves on the project. The contractor would try to implement this project with the least amount of disruption to residents and users of the park. Councilmember Varichak said the first preliminary research done by Anoka County showed that Locke Park was not a proper place for a dog park. She asked how Locke Park was chosen to be the site for the dog park. Commissioner Kordiak said he was very involved in the selection for a dog park No Anoka County parks offered a dog park and certain conditions need to be met to have a dog park The committee spent 2 to 4 years looking at various sites for a dog park and in the end Locke Park seemed to be the least problematic. It was large enough, tucked away and was safe place for a dog park. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 28, 2011 PAGE 7 Mr. VonDeLinde said Locke Park may not be ideal in terms of size. Ideally if there were an open area in southern Anoka County they would look for a 5 to 10 acre site for a dog park The committee had to look at where the dog park would best be located to serve all of Anoka County. Ultimately, this was the best available location in southern Anoka County. Councilmember Varichak asked why the decision to establish a dog park never came to Council. It was decided amongst Anoka County staff and commissioners and the Park and Recreation Commission. Mr. Kirk said creation of the dog park was brought before the Parks and Recreation Commission in 2005. Normally when the motion passes, it goes from the Parks and Recreation Commission to the Planning Commission and then to the City Council. The dog park was not considered a major capital improvement. Both parties can make improvements but if it is a capital improvement it needs to be approved by the City Council. This was not considered a capital improvement. The minutes were presented to Council but the item was not on the agenda. A memorandum was sent in October from Mr. Kirk that outlined what took place at the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting. A resolution was not passed at that time by Council. Councilmember Bolkcom said it states that any development plan approved other than maintenance should be approved by City Council. This is an interpretation error from back in 2005. She asked how many dogs are at the park on a daily basis. Mr. VonDeLinde said one patron counted 47 dogs one day when he was there. Councilmember Bolkcom asked how people will know about this project. There are notices on the dog park fence and the Anoka County website. She was concerned that people who use this park are not aware of this project. Mr. VonDeLinde said it is on the website, posted at City Hall and on the fence at the dog park. It is his understanding that if a project is done that does not change the park itself it does not have to go through a public hearing process. Ninety percent of the cost of this project is for rebuilding the roads and parking lots. Moving the dog park was not on the original plan and they did not think a large public hearing was needed to talk about moving the dog park. Councilmember Bolkcom said the City's normal process is if any improvements are done a letter is sent to the neighbors. Council wants to make sure people know what is happening to the parks in our community. She asked if there were ever any complaints or problems with people controlling their dogs. Don Abbott, Director of Public Safety, said he has not heard anything in the past 2 to 3 years. There were some issues when the park first opened. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if there would be more lighting at the new dog park location. Mr. VonDeLinde said they are not proposing more lighting but there will be security lighting on the roadway and in the parking lot. Lighting in the dog park may be something to consider. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 28, 2011 PAGE 8 Councilmember Bolkcom said this seems to be a popular place and asked if there would be room to expand in the future. Mr. VonDeLinde said the area is close to the maximum space to be allowed at this site. The new location will be bigger than the current site and the committee is doing their best to enhance the use of the dog park. Councilmember Bolkcom asked how close the parking lot would be to the dog park. Mr. VonDeLinde said parking would be geographically closer to University and closer to the park entrance. It will be more visible and less intimidating and closer than the current parking. The current storm water drainage is on the east end of the parking lot and the only outflow is into the current dog park This had a bearing as to relocating the dog park The new area has sandy and permeable soils and water should flow off into the surrounding landscape. A storm water pond will be located in the east end and other areas throughout the park. Commissioner Kordiak said the committee did not go through with the public hearing process. This dog park is very successful and you can tell people are excited about dog parks because they are well utilized. Councilmember Barnette asked if the $850,000 grant was specific for this park in our community and what would happen if Fridley would not get these funds. Commissioner Kordiak said the grant funds could be spent on any park in Anoka County. Locke Park was chosen because the maintenance in this park is long overdue. Councilmember Barnette said he was glad to see the funds spent to improve a park in Fridley. Mayor Lund said Anoka County has stepped up to the plate to make enhancements to Fridley parks. He said 90% of this project is street reconstruction which is really needed. Councilmember Varichak asked how much maintenance would be done to the new dog park. The old park had wood ships brought in the fall and spring. She asked if there would be a fenced area, grass and seeding. Commissioner Kordiak said in the new area, the soils are more conducive to the park so there may not be a need for wood chips; but if needed, chips will be placed accordingly. Councilmember Varichak asked if the soil will be able to drain properly once it gets packed down. Mr. VonDeLinde said wood chips would be supplemented if needed. Wood chips used to be free but they are no longer available at no charge. Councilmember Varichak asked what would happen if the dog park were left at its current location. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 28, 2011 PAGE 9 Mr. VonDeLinde said the down side is with the storm water, soil compaction, ponding and water collection at the current location. Commissioner Kordiak said if the dog park were to stay where it is, they would take down the fence, take away the chips, rebuild the soil and put everything back In the end it would cost more money to leave the dog park in the current location. The current location is a hidden and smaller site. The committee thinks the new site is a win/win solution. Chip Suchy, 12008 Oak Park Boulevard, was concerned with the proposal of the new road and where it would curve because green space would be taken away from where people play volleyball and other games on the grass. The current dog park is very open and allows owners to play fetch with their dogs. The new location is more wooded which will make this difficult. He agreed that there are ponding issues but it is only a problem for about two weeks during the spring. If there is a storm in the summer the wood chips soak it up. Wood chips keep the dog clean. If you move the location where there is a sand and dirt mi�ture, the dogs will get very dirty and people will not like this. Mr. Suchy said patrons of the dog park do their best to pick up feces in the area. He did not know if larger waste containers in the park were a good idea as some residents come to dump things like futon mattresses. He was concerned about not plowing the entire roadway in the winter. The area needs to be plowed enough for park activities and dog park patrons. Mr. VonDeLinde said 18 parking spaces would be plowed at the dog park location along with the west area for overflow parking. The parking lot should handle 80 to 90% of common users. During peak periods patrons can use the other lot. Councilmember Bolkcom asked for clarification on what areas will be plowed. Mr. VonDeLinde said the east end of the road will not be plowed. The shelter in this park is only reserved once per year and it is by the City of Fridley. Patrons may use the shelter casually but the shelters are not going to be moved. They are looking at possibly adding an additional shelter in the future on the east end. Councilmember Bolkcom asked about the issues regarding green space when patrons come with their families. Mr. VonDeLinde said he has not observed a lot of volleyball and soccer being played in the park They can look at moving the road further back to the north to address this concern. Councilmember Bolkcom said that she wants to see improvements to the park but it is important to respond to the issues of the residents. Mr. Suchy said he goes to the park every day and sees people using those areas. On the weekends quite a few people are in those areas playing games. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 28, 2011 PAGE 10 Mayor Lund said improvements are necessary and needed at Locke Park This is a well used facility and most will be happy the dog park will increase in size. He likes that the new dog park will be closer to the road, ADA accessible and will be a visible security conscious site. MOTION by Councilmember Varichak to adopt Resolution 2011-21. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 9. First Reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 508 of the Fridley City Code Allowing for the Temporary Sale of Strong Beer and Wine at Commons Park and Community Park during Community Festivals. Jack Kirk, Parks and Recreation Director, said City staff has been asked by representatives of the Fridley Lions Club and the Fridley Rotary Club to consider a change to Chapter 508 of the City Code to allow the sale of strong beer and wine at Commons Park during community festivals. The current ordinance allows the temporary on-sale of 3.2% malt liquor at Community and Commons Parks. This issue was brought before the Parks and Recreation Commission on March 7, 2011, for consideration. Mr. Kirk said the proposed amendment adds a new Section 4 to Chapter 508 as an ordinance change allowing strong beer and wine during community festivals. The wording is similar to what was in the ordinance before that allowed the 3.2 beer. There are no changes in the rest of the chapter. Councilmember Barnette asked about wine tasting at Springbrook Nature Center. Mr. Kirk said that would be allowed in the code. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if this ordinance was just for `49er Days or if it would allow anyone to come before Council with a request. Mr. Kirk said this would only apply to a community event. It could be used to accommodate something like the 75th Anniversary of the City or Oktoberfest. If the event is not a community celebration it would not qualify. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if other community events would be allowed to do this and if they would need a temporary license. Mr. Kirk said they would need approval of City Council. Mayor Lund said Council has two items within this statement; designation by City Council for what is constituted a city event and to have the ability to approve or deny a liquor license. Councilmember Bolkcom did not think that was clearly stated in the ordinance. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 28, 2011 PAGE 11 Mayor Lund asked if there was similar language in another chapter. Mr. Kirk said it is the same as Section 3 that was passed several years ago. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if there was a better way to say it. Mayor Lund suggested that the City Attorney look at the wording to make sure it is the best language. Councilmember Varichak asked if this would affect police calls. Don Abbott, Director of Public Safety, said he has not seen any data nor has reports to show a difference in calls between 3.2 beer and strong beer. As in the past, the City will continue to have a police officer on duty to provide e�tra police presence. He does not anticipate any additional protection will be needed with this change. Councilmember Barnette asked for a definition of strong beer and wine. Chief Abbott said that a temporary liquor license would allow the sale of strong beer which would be anything over 3.2. A typical strong beer is between 4.4 -5.1 and wine is higher--up to 12%. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if the alcohol has to be served in a contained area. Chief Abbott said that applies to a few ordinances. With the ability to obtain a temporary license the City often puts conditions to the license. These conditions would include place, the vendor would have to follow certain rules like no trays of beer, alcohol consumption may not occur in parking lots in connection to bars etc. At Community Park the City asks organizations to specify where they will be serving before they are approved. MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to waive the reading of the ordinance and adopt the ordinance on first reading. Seconded by Councilmember Varichak. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 10. First Reading of an Ordinance Amending the Fridley City Code, Chapter 506, Vehicle Parking Near Mailboxes. Don Abbott, Director of Public Safety, said currently there is no statute or provision in City Code preventing people from parking cars in front of curbside mailboxes. The USPS will not deliver mail when a car is parked so that access to the mailbox is blocked. Police receive several calls each year from residents whose mail delivery has been disrupted by cars parked by their mailbox. Police officers use the power of influence to resolve these issues, but lack enforcement authority to require compliance. Unfortunately, by the time a resident calls police on this issue, they have usually missed at least one day's mail delivery. It is a violation in several area cities to FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 28, 2011 PAGE 12 park and block a mailbox (Blaine, Circle Pines, Lexington Spring Lake Park, Brooklyn Park, Champlain, Maplewood and Roseville). Chief Abbott said the proposed change would prohibit parking within 10 feet of a mailbox during hours during which mail delivery occurs. It would add the following section and language into Chapter 506.08 of the Fridley City Code: 18. Within ten (10) feet of any mailbox which is designated for the receipt of US Mail either incoming or outgoing from 8:OOam — S:OOpm, Monday — Saturday. Violation of this section would subject the vehicle's owner to a petty misdemeanor citation (omitted for First Reading — will add for Second Reading). Chief Abbott said this ordinance would give police officers and CSO's the ability to quickly and effectively resolve this issue. The Fridley Postmaster is supportive of this change. Staff recommends approval of the First Reading. Councilmember Bolkcom asked how people would find out about this because it will take away a significant number of street parking spaces. Chief Abbott said that public education is part of any new ordinance or code. In this case it would be accomplished by this meeting being published and the ordinance published. Warning tickets can be issued and so can a citation but first the officer will try to get the vehicle moved. William Burns, City Manager, said that there will be an article about this in the June newsletter. Councilmember Bolkcom asked how much a ticket would cost. Chief Abbott said that the fine has not been set by the court yet. The max would be $200 but parking tickets are considerably less. Once this is passed, they will notify the court of the ordinance and then they will set a fee. Similar violations are $25 to $100. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if it was a holiday if she could park there because there would be no mail. Chief Abbott said that currently public holidays are not exempt from this ordinance. Mayor Lund said it may be a good idea to exclude US Postal service holidays. Councilmember Bolkcom asked how many calls they get about this problem. Chief Abbott said they get about 12 calls a year, but it is hard to say as there is no way to track this type of violation. This is a good way to solve an issue that is irritating and an inconvenience to the homeowner who is not getting mail delivery. Councilmember Bolkcom said she wants to make sure people are aware of this change. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 28, 2011 PAGE 13 Pam Reynolds, 1201 Norton Avenue, said she took a drive around the City and her street was not the only one with mail boxes on both sides. This limits parking, especially when there are driveways and fire hydrants that you cannot park in front of either. The cities that were listed who have this ordinance, two have specific hours, some say rural mailboxes and the Blaine language says they cannot obstruct with delivery of U. S. mail. Ms. Reynolds said that because of the way the mailboxes are set up throughout the city, it would ban parking on both sides of some streets. This is a little harsh. Whenever people have a festivity in their home they cannot have visitors park on the street between 8 and 5 which is an issue. This ordinance needs to be looked at a little closer because this will impose a total ban of parking on some streets in Fridley. Chief Abbott said it will be difficult to work with hours as the mail delivery time is different depending on where you live. MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to table the first reading of this ordinance until Apri125, 2011. Seconded by Councilmember Varichak. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 11. Receive Bids and Award Contract for the 2011 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2011-01. Jim Kosluchar, Public Works Director, said the 2011 Street Project for the Hyde Park Neighborhood will rehabilitate streets and includes reclaiming and paving neighborhood streets, replacing fire hydrants and repairing curbs. The work will be done in the Hyde Park neighborhood and on Main Street (57th Avenue to 61st Avenue). Mr. Kosluchar said that bids received from nine contractors and were opened on March 16. The two lowest bids were less than $6,000 (1%) apart. The low bid was in line with staff estimate from February (1% over). Mr. Kosluchar said Northwest Asphalt had the lowest bid. Past City projects they have done include mill and overlays, reconstruction, and utility work Staff has found Northwest Asphalt, Inc., to be generally thoughtful, flexible, and responsive. In 2010, they scheduled their work on 61st Avenue around `49er Days at the City's request. The quality of workmanship and materials are acceptable and past projects were completed as scheduled. Mr. Kosluchar said the schedule needs to be approved by staff. The gas main and service replacement will begin in April or May. The water, sewer, and curbing upgrades are expected in May or later and the pavement rehabilitation in June or later. The Main Street mill and overlay will be coordinated with the sidewalk project. Mr. Kosluchar said that staff recommends award of this project to Northwest Asphalt, Inc., of Shakopee, Minnesota, in the amount of $544,373.14. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 28, 2011 PAGE 14 Councilmember Bolkcom said the original budget was $477,500. This is now $67,000 over budget and then there are always over runs. She asked if the higher cost was related to moving the high pressure main. Mr. Kosluchar answered yes, that amount was in the project cost and will be reimbursed. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if that would be coordinated with the sidewalks. Mr. Kosluchar said that an addendum was issued for that. Councilmember Bolkcom said that the sidewalk has no match on our part. Mr. Kosluchar said that is correct. Councilmember Bolkcom said there have been issues in the past and she asked if staff was comfortable with the specs and if the information was clear to the contractor. Mr. Kosluchar said the specifications have been tightened up. This creates higher costs but less risk and better project outcomes. MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to receive bids and award the contract for the 2011 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2011-01 to Northwest Asphalt, Inc., in the amount of $544,373.14. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 1. Second Reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 205.23, Related to Purpose, District Boundaries, Permitted Uses, Accessory Uses, Existing Uses, Excluded Uses, Lot Width, Lot Coverage, Setbacks, and Refuse for Properties within the S-1, Hyde Park Neighborhood Zoning District (Text Amendment, TA #11-04, by the City of Fridley); and Adopt Official Title and Summary Ordinance. Councilmember Bolkcom said she saw that the part about swimming pools and playground equipment was added but asked where it said for single family homes. Scott Hickok, Community Development Director, said it was listed under Uses Permitted. MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to waive the reading of the ordinance and adopt Ordinance No. 1278 on second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1278-5, the Official Title and Summary Ordinance and order publication. Seconded by Councilmember Varichak. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 28, 2011 PAGE 15 UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 4. Approve 2011 Reappointments to City Commissions. Councilmember Bolkcom said there was a discussion regarding attendance of inembers. She suggested approving the Parks and Recreation Commission reappointment because they had a meeting on Apri14. MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to approve the reappointment of Michele Barrett to the Parks and Recreation Commission. Seconded by Councilmember Varichak. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to table the remaining appointments until the April 11, 2011, City Council meeting. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 12. Informal Status Reports. Councilmember Varichak said the Springbrook Nature Center is having a fundraiser event on Apri19 at the Coon Rapids Community Center from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. Scott Hickok, Community Development Director, said on April 16 a recycling event will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Charges and items that can be dropped off will be posted on the website or people can call Rachel Harris at 763-572-3594. Councilmember Bolkcom said that a Block Captains meeting will be held on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Don Abbott, Director of Public Safety, said to call Myra Harris at 763-572-3629 for more information. Councilmember Varichak said that on April 9 there will be an event at the Anoka High School called "Anoka's Got Talent." This is a fundraiser for the Lee Carlson Center for Mental Health and Well Being. Tickets can be purchased through the Lee Carlson Center by calling 763-230- 7836. ADJOURN: MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to adjourn. Seconded by Councilmember Varichak. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 28, 2011 PAGE 16 UPON VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 10:45 P.M. Respectfully Submitted, Krista Monsrud Scott J. Lund Recording Secretary Mayor