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08/11/2008 - 6165� � �, � �� _ . QTY OF FRIDLEY FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 11, 2008 ?:30 p.m. - City Council Chambers Attendance Sheet ALFAS'F AR/NT NAMF, AaDRFSS AND /TFM NUMBFR YOU ARF /NT�'RFSTFD /N. Print Name (Clearly) Address Item 'No, FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 11, 2008 0 '� . . � ` p7Y OF FRIDLEY 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 auxiliary aids should contact Roberta Collins at 572-3500 at least one week in advance. (TTD/572-3534) ,--J 3�; PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. � . . _ 1�. � - t' C�� o �' �v -� � � � � PROCLAMATION: Don Maurer Appreciation Day — August 11, 2008 APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: w�,c '�,�. 6- � � , ut t_: ,� APPROVAL OF MINUTES: i��: �4.�. l�+ .i- -f � ��2 �- i� ;3 j �'S� ;� s,.�-- City Council Meeting of July 28, 2008 � f � . GV"e,c� = iL ,� i.. Y- ,� . � � ave t:t� �,; �, cZ��j�cC"� �z _�_ �������1� �.��� -�, u� x-F ��� �3� fa +> l��/F��.F� NEW BUSINESS: �9--- Receive Plans and Authorize Advertisement For Bids for the 85th Avenue Trail Project, City of Fridley Project Number ST2008=03 ...................................... 1 - 2 _- ` �`�'_(2 s � �' .�� �l � �. ...,.,. j_ C. �'l,. ` E.. i:� '-� . _ - - '� -- '�l�l-�`�. , � �'�'�"t i����.k_ "iZ—� �^�VtC;��. i� c[� v L> r/ `C_. � / , "ty �--�Receive Plans and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Commons Park Water Treatment Plant Improvements, City of Fridley Project No. 379 ........................................... 3 `' �_ � �C � �� >; 1 �-� / �, S l-� APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED): 4. Licenses ......................................... 5 - 8 5. Estimates ........................................ 9 ADOPTION OF AGENDA. u:'� (� �<��-%,�� a k= �'-f-e �ti1 s �= .� - , � $ , �t- (a � . r� �'> l D v �/-� �- � OPEN FORUM (VISITORS). Consideration of Items Not on Agenda — 15 Minutes . -�� { T�, (_ c c> �_ �� �a/ �±<� e:� � � �:F�_ 7c� i -'h e ��'� cz-4_ V>� �� �< �� �1-t_t Cr���- ��— f��t t�9'(.z �k �� �� t.�. ��G�� l�i �'�`� �G� S �-1-�. PUBLIC HEARING: � �� �' "' �`'�' ��� �'`�'�0�`�`'� `�s � � � � � c� -tz - � C%n �_ �'� -- -�1 �l S' � F; s l� i� 6. Consideration of the Revo�a�ion ofi�he Intoxicating Liquor License Issued to William J. Bisek of JWBB, Inc., d/b/a Baggan's Pub, Located at 3720 East River Road (Ward 3) ...................... 10 �.--�-s.�, l c_% '- c. � -t .�1� �t.c�_�'. -�-L' �� �tS (C:�' C-C_ ��'C NEW BUSINESS: 7. Informal Status Reports /�s,�- � � f3 l 3- S ( �s ,� 11 3. Claims (137738 — 137950) ............. 4 � � � - 2 `L ���/ �-� �� S � ADJOURhI. � � CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 11, 2008 �ffY �F FRIDLEY 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 auxiliary aids should contact Roberta Collins at 572- 3500 at least one week in advance. (TTD/572-3534) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. PROCLAMATION: Don Maurer Appreciation Day — August 11, 2008 APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: City Council Meeting of July 28, 2008 NEW BUSINESS: 1. Receive Plans and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for the 85t" Avenue Trail Project, City of Fridley Project Number ST2008-03 ....................................................................... 1- 2 2. Receive Plans and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Commons Park Water Treatment Plant Improvements, City of Fridley Project No. 379 ........................................... 3 FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 11, 2008 PAGE 2 APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED): 3. Claims (137738 — 137950) ......................................................................... 4 4. Licenses ..................................................................................................... 5 - 8 5. Estimates ................................................................................................... 9 ADOPTION OF AGENDA. OPEN FORUM (VISITORS). Consideration of Items Not on Agenda — 15 Minutes PUBLIC HEARING: 6. Consideration of the Revocation of the Intoxicating Liquor License Issued to William J. Bisek of JWBB, Inc., d/b/a Baggan's Pub, Located at 3720 East River Road (Ward 3) ..................................................................................................... 10 NEW BUSINESS: 7. Informal Status Reports . ............................................................................ 11 ADJOURN. �� � � i i � t DON MAURER APPRECIATION DAY Monday, August 11, Zoo8 WHEREAS, Don Maurer was a member of the Fridley Police Reserve Officer Unit from 2002 unfil his refirement on June 30, 2008; and WHEREAS, Don volunteered more than 550 hours per year to the Fridley Police Reserve and at the fime of his retirement, was the Lieutenant in charge of the Fridley Police Reserve; and WHEREAS, some of Don's many contribufions included assisting the Police Department with their training, helping with the Police Citizen's Academy, recruiting new Police Reserve volunteers, and working at numerous community events; and WHEREAS, Don was inslrumental in expanding the role of the Fridley Police Reserve into new program areas, such as prisoner transport,• and WHEREAS, Don added to the success of different events by preparing acfion plans for recurring events and by making sure those events happened in a safe manner; and WHEREAS, Don was a valuable role model for other Fridley Police Reserve volunteers and was well respected by the members of the Police Reserve and the Fridley Police Department,• and WHEREAS, Don was a tireless volunteer who could be counted on to respond on short notice and with a positive atfitude; WHEREAS, Don's service and leadership allowed the City of Fridley to provide public safety services to the community and groups that otherwise would not have been provided,• and WHEREAS, Don's commitment, dedicafion and hard work have enhanced the quality of life in the City ofFridley; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Robert L. Barnette, Mayor Pro Tem for the City of Fridley, do hereby proclaim Monday, August 11, 2008, as DON MAURER APPRECIATION DAY in the City ofFridley, Minnesota. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have set my hand and caused the seal of the City of Fridley to be affixed this 11 t�` day ofAugust, 2008. Robert L. Barnette, Mayor Pro Tem CITY COUNCIL MEETING CITY OF FRIDLEY JULY 28, 2008 The City Council meeting for the City of Fridley was called to order by Mayor Lund at 730 p.m. ROLL CALL: MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Lund Councilmember-at-Large Barnette Councilmember Saefke Councilmember Varichak Councilmember Bolkcom OTHERS PRESENT: William Burns, City Manager Scott Hickok, Community Development Director ard Pribyl, Finance Director James Kosluchar, Public Works Director Fritz Knaak, City Attorney PRESENTATIONS: Fridley `49er Days Royalty. APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: City Council Meeting of July 14, 2008. APPROVED. OLD BUSINESS: 1. Second Reading of an Ordinance Under Section 12.06 of the Fridley City Charter Declaring Certain Real Estate to be Surplus and Authorizing the Sale Thereof (Generally Located on Springbrook Creek Near the Intersection of Broad Avenue and 79t'' Way) (Ward 3) William Burn, City Manager, said the five lots are located near the intersection of Broad Avenue and 79th Way. Council approved the first reading on July 14, 2008. Assuming that Council adopts this second and final reading of the ordinance, staff will draft drainage easement documents and purchase agreements for the two adjoining property owners who have indicated a desire to purchase this property. The costs of easement filing, surveying and closing will be passed on to the purchasers. Staff recommends Council's approval. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 28, 2008 PAGE 2 WAIVED THE READING OF THE ORDINANCE AND ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 1253 ON SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLICATION. NEW BUSINESS: 2. Receive the Minutes from the Planning Commission Meeting of July 16, 2008. RECEIVED. 3. Special Use Permit Request, SP #08-10, by Warren Stock, Stock Roofing Company, LLC, to Allow for Limited Outdoor Storage, Generally Located at 7731 Main Street N.E. (Ward 3). William Burns, City Manager, said that Mr. Stock wishes to store service trucks and trailers in a fenced-in area that is well within the area allowed by code. The Planning Commission recommended approval at their July 16, 2008 meeting subj ect to two stipulations. Since then, staff has determined that two more stipulations, dealing with screening and storage of junk vehicles, are needed. Staff recommends Council's approval, subject to the following four stipulations: 1. No outdoor storage other than the existing enclosed area shall exist on the site without an additional special use permit being approved. 2. If any items other than the service trucks and trailers are stored in the enclosed area, the petitioner shall receive approval for those items from the Fire Marshal. 3. The petitioner shall screen the north and east sides of the outdoor storage area with screening slats. 4. The subject property shall remain free of junk and inoperable vehicles. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON THE REGULAR AGENDA. 4. Resolution Providing for the Issuance and Sale of $1,915,000 General Obligation Improvement bonds, Series 2008A, Pledging for the Security Thereof Special Assessments and Levying a Tax for the Payment Thereof. William Burns, City Manager, said this will be used to fund a portion of the costs for the 2008 street reconstruction project. As has been the case in the last two years, the bonds will be retired through the proceeds of a levy passed on to Fridley property owners. In preparation for this issue, the City was required to undergo a credit rating review by Moody's Investor Service. While Moody's is concerned about the City's reliance on LGA, liquor store profits and cash balances, they did confirm our existing Aa2 bond rating. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 28, 2008 PAGE 3 Dr. Burns said Cronin & Company, Inc., was the lowest bidder of 5 competing companies. The low bid is at a true interest cost of 3.7315%. The bonds will be retired over 10 years. Staff recommends Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2008-29. 5. Resolution Providing for the Issuance of Sale of $3,725,000 General Obligation Water Revenue Bonds, Series 2008B, Pledging for the Security Thereof Special Assessments and Levying a Tax for the Payment Thereof. William Burns, City Manager, said that the proceeds from this large bond issue will be used to cover the costs of our 2008 and 2009 water system improvement projects. They include the following proj ects: 1. Commons Park filter media replacement ...$500,000 2. Well Redevelopment ...$130,000 3. Repair and painting of Hwy 65 water storage tank ...$1,100,000 4. Replacement of Gardena Avenue water main ... $150,000 5. Distribution system replacement . . . $620,000 6. Installation of variable frequency drives at two of our wells. ...$100,000 7. Repair and painting of the Commons Park elevated storage tank ... $360,000. 8. Repair and painting of the Commons Park reservoir.. ..$70,000 Dr. Burns said the bonding will be for two years of improvement costs in order to reduce overhead for the bond issue. The low bidder was Cronin and Company, Inc., with a total interest cost of 3.9810%. The bonds are to be retired from water rate revenues over a 15-year period. Staff recommends that the Water Revenue Bonds be issued to Cronin & Company with a true interest cost of 3.9810%. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2008-30. 6. Resolution Appointing Election Judges for the 2008 Primary and General Elections. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2008-31. 7. Resolution Authorizing Participation in the Safe and Sober Communities Grant Program. William Burns, City Manager, said the Fridley Police Department in conjunction with the Anoka County Sheriff and nine other local police departments in Anoka County want to apply for $41,800 in federal money that is passed through the State Department of Public Safety. The funding is used largely for joint traffic enforcement on busy holiday weekends. It is also used for public education regarding the hazards of drunk driving. Fridley's share of the funding is $3,800. Coon Rapids will administer the grant. Staff recommends Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2008-32. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 28, 2008 PAGE 4 8. Approve Joint Power Agreement between the City of Fridley and the City of St. Paul Regarding Public Safety Related to the 2008 Republican National Convention. William Burns, City Manager, said the City of St Paul is seeking help from area police departments to provide public safety and crowd control at the RNC on September 1-4. We expect to be reimbursed for salaries as well as our share of Medicare and PERA contributions for participating officers. The participating cities will be insured through a$10 million professional liability insurance policy that has been taken out by the RNC. The LMC has reviewed the joint powers agreement and is encouraging its members to participate. City Attorney Fritz Knaak has also reviewed the joint powers agreement and finds it acceptable. Staff recommends Council's approval. APPROVED. 9. Approve Change Order No. 1 for the 2008 Street Improvement Project No. ST2008-1 William Burns, City Manager, said the change order is for $27,754.99. The largest share ($18,053.75) of this cost is for the unexpected dredging and replacement of "muck" on Lucia Lane and the Highway 65 West Service Drive. Staff recommends Council's approval. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON THE REGULAR AGENDA. 10. Claims (137613 —137735). APPROVED. 11. Licenses. APPROVED THE LICENSES AS SUBMITTED AND AS ON FILE. APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: Councilmember Bolkcom asked that Items number 3 and 9 be removed from the consent agenda. MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to approve the Consent Agenda with the removal of Items 3 and 9. Seconded by Councilmember Varichak. UPON VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 28, 2008 PAGE 5 ADOPTION OF AGENDA: MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to adopt the agenda with the addition of Items 3, 9 and 13. Seconded by Councilmember Saefke. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. OPEN FORUM (VISITORS): Pam Reynolds, 1241 Norton Avenue NE, asked for clarification on the curb and gutter assessment. She asked if it was correct that the homeowner was being assessed for the front, address side of the street. Mayor Lund said that staff would follow up with her on the clarification of the assessment. This was brought up at another Council meeting since the November 19 meeting and it was discussed at considerable length. Councilmember Bolkcom said that there was a discussion held regarding this subject. Attorney Knaak was asked if another public hearing was needed to clarify things and he said that property owners would still have the final assessment hearing to discuss any issues. Attorney Knaak said that is correct. The final assessment meeting is the one that counts and those are the numbers that will be assessed. Councilmember Bolkcom said that at the November 19 meeting there was a new Public Works Director as well. If anyone has any questions about their assessment, they can always call Mr. Pribyl or Mr. Kosluchar. Mayor Lund said the property owner will be assessed for the front address side of the street and the other areas will be added up and divided among the homeowners. This was highlighted in the minutes after he misspoke and Mr. Kosluchar corrected the statement. Ken Hughes, 6424 Ashton Avenue N.E., said he felt his assessment was not fair. Mayor Lund said the City is trying to be fair and equitable to home owners. This project is consistent to what Fridley has been doing for years and to change the process would not be fair to the others. Ms. Reynolds said if three corners are in a project, the homeowner would be assessed for the front address side of the property and the rest would be divided among the other homeowners. Mayor Lund said that is correct. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 28, 2008 PAGE 6 Jim Kosluchar, Public Works Director, said that the frontage is not assessed if it is public property. Public property would be a park or side yard where the public can make use of the property. The owner of a corner lot has use of that property just as much as others in the neighborhood. Mr. Hughes mentioned that he was looking at the work on the driveways and curbs and noted that the contractor was not using the right forms. Councilmember Bolkcom met Mr. Hughes at the property. They measured and found that the contractor was not building the driveways or curbs to the specs of the contract. The contractor was notified and now they are using the right forms and doing a good job. Mr. Kosluchar said that he went out with the inspector and inspected the form depth and corrected it. There are similar issues with a few other driveways and the contractor is waiting for a response to remedy the situation. Councilmember Bolkcom said that staff should not spot check the work but look at all the work being done. Mr. Kosluchar said the first set of forms was measured and they were putting out good product, but the second crew had trouble keeping up with inspections so that work has been spot checked. Mayor Lund said if there was a deficient driveway not fully poured, the contractor should have to rip up and replace the driveway. Councilmember Bolkcom said that the information is clear in the specs of the proj ect and the contractor bid the proj ect to do it according to those specs. The City needs to hold the contractor accountable and not allow them to cut any corners. NEW BUSINESS: 3. Special Use Permit Request, SP #08-10, by Warren Stock, Stock Roofing Company, LLC, to Allow for Limited Outdoor Storage, Generally Located at 7731 Main Street N.E. (Ward 3) Councilmember Bolkcom asked when the petitioner constructed the addition or if it was already there when the building was purchased. Scott Hickok, Community Development Director, said that the storage area was already constructed but he wanted to store materials in the fence area he put in. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if the homeowner was aware of the two new stipulations. Mr. Hickok said that the homeowner was aware of this on the visit and staff also left information with Mr. Stock's office. Warren Stock, owner of property, said that he did not get the new stipulations. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 28, 2008 PAGE 7 Councilmember Bolkcom said that the new stipulations stated that the fenced area would need screening slats and the area would need to stay clear of junk and inoperable vehicles. Mr. Hickok said that upon an inspection, vehicles were stored outside and staff wanted to make sure Mr. Stock was aware that this cannot happen outside of the fenced area. The area is to store roofing materials and equipment. Any junk or inoperable vehicles would need to be removed. Mr. Stock said he does rent out some space and the vehicles were one of his tenants and have been towed away. Mayor Lund clarified to Mr. Stock that he is the property owner and was responsible for illegal storage. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if Mr. Stock was in agreement with the two new stipulations. Mr. Stock asked if he needed to screen the side that faces the side of a commercial building or the side that faces another fence. Mr. Hickok said that he must screen all sides of the fence. The purpose of the SUP is to have the opportunity to store items outside and not be detrimental to neighbors. Other property owners have to adhere to screening all sides and we have to be consistent. Mr. Hickok said that staff thought through this carefully and if all sides are not screened it leaves imposition on staff. Councilmember Bolkcom said that everyone else has to comply and screen all sides. We need to be consistent in our policies. Mr. Hickok said that the fences are not side by side, there is some distance between them and tenants would be able to see that it is not screened. MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to approve Special Use Permit Request, SP #08-10, by Warren Stock, Stock Roofing Company, LLC, with the following four stipulations. 1. No outdoor storage other than the existing enclosed area shall exist on the site without an additional special use permit being approved. 2. If any items other than the service trucks and trailers are stored in the enclosed area, the petitioner shall receive approval for those items from the Fire Marshal. 3. The petitioner shall screen the north and east sides of the outdoor storage area with screening slats. 4. The subject property shall remain free of junk and inoperable vehicles. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 28, 2008 PAGE 8 UPON VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 9. Approve Change Order No. 1 for the 2008 Street Improvement Project No. ST2008-1. Councilmember Bolkcom asked for clarification on what the "muck" was. Jim Kosluchar, Public Works Director, said that during the soil testing, some of the boring samples had poor tests so this soil will need to be removed and replaced with good soil. An extensive boring test outlining the area will help define the poor soil area and give staff a better handle on the amount of money needed to remedy the situation. Mayor Lund said that the soil borings done now will provide a scope of the area. If this is not fixed now, it may cost more in the long run as the road would deteriorate. MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to approve Change Order No. 1 for the 2008 Street Improvement Project No. ST2008-1. Seconded by Councilmember Saefke. UPON VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 13. Renewal of Liquor License for Baggan's Pub. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if the public hearing would need to be advertised. William Burns, City Manager, said that would not be necessary. Staff would just need to give the property owner a 10-day notice. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if the property owner or license holder gets a certified letter so they are aware of the meeting. Richard Pribyl, Financial Director, said that a certified letter will be sent out and the Police Department will have a verbal conversation with the property owner regarding the public hearing and other issues. Mayor Lund mentioned that he will be out of town on August 11, so he would be unable to attend the meeting. Councilmember Bolkcom said it would be okay if the public hearing would need to be continued at the August 11 meeting. It was important to have this public hearing as soon as possible because there have been ongoing problems with this property. Mr. Pribyl said he would have staff contact the owner (Tuesday). MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to set the public hearing on the renewal of the liquor license for Baggan's Pub for August 11, 2008. Seconded by Councilmember Varichak. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 28, 2008 PAGE 9 UPON VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 12. Informal Status Reports. Mayor Lund said that National Night Out would be held on Tuesday, August 5. This is a great event to create a sense of community and residents are encouraged to participate. Councilmember Bolkcom said she attended the Anoka County Mississippi Branch Gardens and there was a lot of planting and design work involved in this project. Thanks to all the volunteers and donations, it was beautiful. Also, August 9 is the drop-off recycling event. If you have any questions on this event please contact Rachel Harris at 763-572-3594. William Burns, City Manager, said that City Staff and ACCAP will be hosting a Mortgage Foreclosure Open House on September 17 from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Fridley Community Center. Individual counselors and mortgage service representatives from major banks will be available at the open house. No appointment or RSVP is necessary. More information can be found on the Fridley website, www.ci.fridlev.mn.us. Also, the August newsletter will be mailed out the first week in August. ADJOURN: MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to adjourn. Seconded by Councilmember Varichak. UPON VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:27 P.M. Respectfully Submitted, Krista Monsrud Scott J. Lund Recording Secretary Mayor � � CffY OF FRIDLEY TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT AGENDA ITEM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 11, 2008 William W. Burns, City Manager James P. Kosluchar, Public Works Director August 11, 2008 ' �: � : Receive Plans and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for the 85t" Avenue Trail Project, City of Fridley Project Number ST2008-03 In 2001, the City of Fridley made a successful Federal Transportation Enhancement Funding Application for the 85th Avenue Trail Project between TH 47 and the BNSF railroad tracks along the northerly boundary of Fridley. The proposed project completes City of Fridley's portion of a link in the area's trail system that will connect the Mississippi River Regional Trail to the Northtown Transit Hub and surrounding commercial area. In general, work includes improved safety for non-motorized vehicles at the Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) rail crossing with an approved crossing area, paved bituminous path, and pile supported bridge sections to span sensitive wetland areas. The project is located along the south side of 85th Avenue from the west side of the BNSF Railroad Tracks to University Avenue. The project includes additional enhancements such as signed rest areas, bicycle racks, and refuse containers. The project has been held up for multiple years in negotiating approvals from BNSF (for the rail crossing) and Anoka County. Final easements and approvals were obtained in the fall of 2007; however, we did not have funds set aside for the City's match to begin construction at that time. Original estimates for the project in 2001 were $1,000,000, with 80% funding through the enhancement grant and 20% City matching funds. The estimate based on the project plans is currently $1,150,000 for construction. The project dollars are still funded at the 80/20 split. The amount for this project in the 2009 draft budget is $250,000 to cover the City's match. The original match was budgeted for 2002 and the intent since that time was to provide matching funds from the City's MSAS account. We were advised by M N DOT that the local (discretionary) portion of the City's MSAS funds would have to be used for this match. Wth ongoing street reconstruction projects in 2008, we were unable to lever these discretionary matching funds. Starting in 2009, these discretionary funds become available. Our engineering consultant, Bonestroo, has completed the design and is now reviewing what needs to be adjusted for the new schedule. The project would be advertised for bidding on September 4 with a bid opening date of October 2, 2008. Construction would commence in November, with a portion of the work completed over the winter, which is beneficial in 1) protecting sensitive wetland areas within Springbrook Nature Center, and 2) providing economy in construction. The completion date would be at the end of July 2009. Engineering has reviewed the plans with Springbrook Nature Center and Recreation staff. On Monday, August 4, we reviewed the project with the Parks and Recreation Commission, who voted to support this improvement. We would like authorization to schedule bid advertisement for the 85th Avenue Trail at the beginning of September. The intent is to bid the work prior to jeopardizing Federal grant funding. MNDOT administers this funding and has in conversation advised that we are at risk of losing the funding if we do not bid the project soon. Engineering staff recommends the City Council approve a motion to receive plans and authorize advertisement for bids for the 85th Avenue Trail Project, City of Fridley Project Number ST2008-03. JPK:jpk � � CffY OF FRIDLEY TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT AGENDA ITEM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 11, 2008 William W. Burns, City Manager James P. Kosluchar, Public Works Director August 11, 2008 PW08-029 Receive Plans and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Commons Park Water Treatment Plant Improvements, City of Fridley Project No. 379 The media in five of the seven filters at Commons Water Treatment Plant are breaking down to a point in which it is creating an excessive amount of backpressure and reducing the efficiency of our filters. Media typically lasts only 15-20 years and the media was replaced prior to that timeframe. Two of the pressure filters had media replaced in 2006. We have seen a marked improvement in these two filters' performance since the work was completed. The replacement of the media is a labor intensive and very messy process and therefore we are recommending replacing the media in all five remaining filters at one time to give us economy of scale in bidding the work. In general, work consists of upgrading the existing Commons Park pressure filterwatertreatment plant. Base Bid Work includes: filter media replacement, minor repair welding, demolition, door installation, and painting. Alternate work includes: repair of the existing air backwash system and a replacement backwash sediment removal system. The plans include bids for filter replacement including elimination of the air backwash system, and an alternate bid to include repairs to maintain the air backwash system. The City will realize future savings of power and manpower required to maintain quality drinking water as a result of the media replacement, and additional savings are anticipated with elimination of the air backwash system. An additional alternate bid is requested for replacement of the backwash sediment removal system, as the installed system does not perform as efficiently and is more maintenance intensive than the newer floating suction system included in the design plans. The estimate based on the project plans is $527,000 for construction of the base bid items. The budgeted amount cost for this project in 2008 is $500,000. The project would be bid with a bid opening date of September 10, 2008. A notice to proceed would be issued in October. The substantial completion date would be March 13, 2009, and final completion would be May 1, 2009. This schedule allows the Water Division to operate with fewer filters in the lower winter demand period. Engineering staff recommends authorization to advertise for bids for the work above. JPK:jpk � AGENDA ITEM � COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 11, 2008 �ffY �F FRIDLEY CLAIMS 137738 -137950 � AGENDA ITEM � CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 11, 2008 ��F LICENSES FRIDLEY 'Type of License Applicant Approved By: Peddler or Solicitor Allied Waste Brian P. T rrell Public Safet De artment � AGENDA ITEM � CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 11, 2008 ��F LICENSES FRIDLEY Contractor T e A licant A roved B Cronstroms Heatin & A/C Heatin Connie Schwieters Ron Julkowski, CBO De endable Indoor Air Qualit Heatin Jim Holt Ron Julkowski, CBO Graphic Specialties Inc Sign Erector Brian Elsesser/Mike Ron Julkowski, CBO Rafter GV Heatin & Air Heatin Scott Follese Ron Julkowski, CBO Libert Comfort S stems Heatin Jim Bonniwell Ron Julkowski, CBO Master Mobile Home Service Heatin Bar Fassett Ron Julkowski, CBO Pinnacle Construction Inc Roofin Joel N strom Ron Julkowski, CBO Universal Spray & Drywall Inc Commercial or Jim Obraske Ron Julkowski, CBO S ecialt � � �ffY �F FRIDLEY To: From Date: Re: AGENDA ITEM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 11, 2008 William W. Burns, City Manager John Crelly, Assistant Chief August 7, 2008 Annual Renewal of Rental Licenses Attached is a list of 26 properties that have completed the license renewal process. Each property listed has submitted a rental license application, paid all fees, and completed the rental propert�y inspection process. Of the 26 properties, 23 properties were up for renewal during the 2" quarter of 2008, 1 property is up for renewal during the 3rd quarter of 2008, and 2 properties were up for renewal during the 4th quarter of 2007. Staff recommends that Council approve the rental license renewals for these properties. Attachment � � CfTY �F FRIDLEY AGENDA ITEM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 11, 2008 R�NTAL LIC�NS�S Rental Housing License Renewal List (2nd Quarter Properties) Inspection ProplD: Property Address Units Owner Dist Yr Qtr 1096 1109 1140 1207 1209 1210 1211 1212 1526 1772 1773 1798 1067 1324 1697 1052 1796 1764 1060 1807 1756 1806 1743 1766 1491 1792 4655 2 1/2 St. N E 5780-90 2 1/2 St. N E 5231 3rd St. N E 6337-39 5th St. N E 6401-03 5th St. N E 6409-27 5th St. N E 6431-33 5th St. N E 6437-55 5th St. N E 114-116 62nd Way NE 1356 64th Ave. N E 158 71 st Way N E 1525 75th Ave. N E 6434 Ashton Ave. NE 6600-04 Central Ave. 7639 Central Ave. N E 180 Charles St. NE 1030 Hathaway Ln NE 7603 Meadowmoor Dr. 120 Mississippi PI. NE 1260 Mississippi St. NE 1154 Norton Ave. NE 1590 Onondaga St NE 8140 Ruth Circle NE 1553 S Oberlin Circle 6241 Sunrise Dr. NE 5821 University Ave. NE 1 2 11 2 2 16 2 16 2 1 1 1 1 2 1 12 1 1 4 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 Maynard Nielsen Value Homes, LLC Helena Bigos Fridley Apartments Fridley Apartments Fridley Apartments Fridley Apartments Fridley Apartments Gary Knutson Robert Fleming & Assc H Properties, LLC Jon Alexander RLC Properties,lnc. James Travers Surburban Properties, Nathan Schwartz Desiree & Neville Gopie Brian Carion Mutumbo Muvundamina Gerald Pehl Meher Iqbal David Ajax Miled Bitar Thomas Stuart Marlys Hermansen Claire Neilsen Total # of Licenses for approval is 26 (Break down is: 23 - 2�d Qtr of 2008, 1- 3�d Qtr of 2008, and 2- 4th Qtr of 2007) 18 9 18 10 10 10 10 10 8 11 5 4 8 7 4 8 14 4 8 11 7 4 1 14 9 13 1 2 1 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 2 2 3 4 2 3 3 2 3 4 4 2 4 3 2 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 4 2 2 2 2 4 2 3 2 2 2 2 � � �ffY �F FRIDLEY AGENDA ITEM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 11, 2008 ESTI MATES Midwest Asphalt 5929 Baker Road Suite 420 Minnetonka, MN 55345 2008-1 Street Improvement Proj ect Estimate No. 3 ................................ Standard Sidewalk 10841 Mankato Street N.E. Blaine, NIN 55434 2008 Miscellaneous Concrete Project No. 375 EstimateNo. 2 ..................................................... North Valley, Inc. 2015 Iguana StreetN.W. Nowthen, MN 55330 2008-2 Mill and Overlay Proj ect Estimate No. 1 .......................... $ 225,831.03 i� : 1• ; •• $ 74,721.13 � � �ffY �F FRIDLEY AGENDA ITEM CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF August 11, 2008 To: William W. Burns, City Manager From: Richard D. Pribyl, Finance Director Debra A. Skogen, City Clerk Donovan Abbott, Public Safety Director Mike Monsrud, Police Lieutenant Date: Re July 31, 2008 Public Hearing on Revocation of Intoxicating Liquor License Issued to William J. Bisek of JWBB Inc dba Baggan's Pub Located at 3720 East River Road In recent weeks, City staff heard or received various rumors and inquiries about Baggan's Pub. On Sunday, July 27, 2008, at 2:00 a.m., the Police Department received a call for help which needed the help of Mutual Aid from other area police departments to contain and break-up the disorderly conduct at Baggan's Pub. This is a serious public safety concern. As a result, on July 28, 2008, the City Council scheduled a public hearing for revocation of Baggan's intoxicating liquor license to make it clear this activity is immediate cause for revocation and will not be tolerated in the City of Fridley. On July 29, 2008 a letter was mailed via certified and regular first class mail to William Bisek at his residence and at Baggan's Pub as required by Section 603.18 of the Fridley City Code. In addition staff contacted Mr. Bisek by telephone of the pending public hearing and suggested he meet with staff before the public hearing. Staff inet with Mr. Bisek on Wednesday, July 30, 2008, to obtain information about how the business was operating and to inform him of the events taking place July 27, 2008. Staff reiterated to Mr. Bisek the City Council's direction not to operate a club or a venue like Sha� at the time of licensing and to take the necessary corrective measures the Police Department recommended. During the meeting Mr. Bisek stated due to personal and health issues he was interested in selling the business and property. He had entered into an agreement with Zanzibar Inc. to let them operate an African Club the North side of the building with the provision that Baggan's employees provide food and beverage services. In addition staff told Mr. Bisek he was being put on notice that he and his employees must follow through and phone the police when asked due to two complaints received in July from patrons of Baggan's Pub. Staff recommends opening the public hearing to allow testimony and to continue the public hearing. � AGENDA ITEM � CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 11, 2008 �ffY �F FRIDLEY INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS