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1988 Spring CITYOF FRIDLE Y Spring Newsletter 1988 No. 58 Deaths Lead To Drinking Water Strict DUI Returns to Enforcement Normal 4 aws governing driving under the enovation of Fridley's 24 year old m L influence of alcohol (DUI) are Rwater treatment plant at Commons strictly enforced in Fridley. Everday someone is arrested, occasionally up to Park is nearly completed. For the past 12 on a weekend.Fridley Police arrested year tap water has sometimes tasted `° 487 people for driving drunk in 1987. strange or had an odd odor. Those problems should be history after the According to Tim Turnbull, Special project is finished and the "old"water Projects Coordinator, the Police gradually leaves the system.The unusual Department began targeting drunk water qualities were created when the drivers for arrest in 1978 after viewing filters and pipes were disconnected to � P4e some startling statistics. There were 6 modernize the plant. fatalities that year, all attributed to Fridley gets water from two types of drinking. For that reason, and the in- juries caused by drunk drivers, DUI freshwater wells,shallow 260 foot wells from the Prairie du Chien-Jordan enforcement is a priority. That is a ���� difficult task since a majority of the ever aquifers and deep 850 foot wells from increasing traffic in Anoka County is the Mt. Simon-Hinckley aquifers. The funneled throu h Fridley. shallow wells contain excessive amounts a eN$ g y. of manganese and the deep wells have too much iron.The original filter system In an effort to reduce car related injuries Fridley, Blaine, and Coon mainly removed iron when the deep Rapids formed the Tri-City Program to wells were predominantly used. As arrest drunk drivers. A federal grant electricity became more expensive, received in 1983 paid for overtime salar- shallow well use increased. The result A welder installs one of the 1000 filter ies of the officers involved. The grant was that manganese gradually built up, heads inside each of the filter tanks. money ran out, but the program is still combining with the old age of the plant, operating.On certain nights, 10 officers clogged the filters, and ruptured the from the three cities patrol a designated insides, requiring their repair. area,searching for eratic driving patterns Water from eight of Fridley's 13 caused by too much alcohol. All police freshwater wells is filtered at the See DUI Costs page 4 Commons Park Plant to remove un- wanted minerals and sediment. These ..E filters are not industrial sized versions, m �, similar to the ones attached to home Allison Krehbiel of the water faucets. They are huge, 45 foot Fridley Police Depart- _ . long, room sized, steel tanks,each con- ment interviews Dr.Tim taining special sand and gravel. Crimmins on "Just a Point One for the Road." Five of the original filters will be Dr. Crimmins said that retrofitted to remove manganese from half of the patients in city hospital are there the shallow well water and two will with alcohol related continue to filter water from the deep problems. wells. 're Once the water has been filtered, precise amounts of clorine are added to See Filter Planta e 3 � P g ... : PAGE 2 CITY OF FRIDLEY SPRING 1988 History in Fridley Banfill Tavern/Locke x House, home of the , North Suburban Historically speaking,Fridley is being Center For the Arts. rebuilt.The renovation of two sites in going well albeit slowly. The Hayes � e Annex and the Banfill Tavern/Locke ' House are both being renovated using donated time, money, materials and grants, unfortunately all are scarce commodities. 71 Hayes School Annex,home of the Fridley Hayes Annex Historical Society. The Hayes Annex, a former Fridley elementary school is the museum for the Historical Society. It was built in 1931 4 � � ' Assessor s Corner �� and is located at 611 Mississippi Streeta - by Leon Madsen NE. r� axpayers will soon be receiving their T The interior is basically refurnished 1 Notice of Valuation of real estate with the displays completed,but placed from Anoka County.This is the value of in storage. The exterior will be ready Banfill Tavern/Locke House the Fridley Assessor's office placed on when Anoka Vocational Technical your property for taxes payable in 1989. School finishes the landscaping as a The 141 year old Banfill/Locke House Date and time of the Review Board are class project. The parking lot donated is the home for the North Suburban also indicated. If you have questions Center for the Arts. Rich history sur- by the City of Fridley is done but the regarding value placed on your property, museum will not be open until building rounding the building will resume when contact the :Fridley Assessor's office at codes and handicapped accessibility restoration is completed in the fall of 571-3450, prior to appearing at the requirements are met. It is only open to 1988. The Greek Revival styled inn Board meeting. the public for scheduled membership characterized by clean classical lines, meetings. will now house an art gallery,a painting studio and specialty rooms. Art courses for beginners, professionals, and senior When the museum opens, traveling citizens will be taught, and special A study of 253 non-townhouse resi- displays from the Minnesota Historical dential sales in 1987 indicated an chamber music and reading performanc- Society and other organizations will es will be given. Tours of the house will approximate 5%increase in market value also be shown. be available to the public as will the for home sales over those in 1986. The 1987 average price was $84,276, com- Yearly memberships are easy to get community room. pared with$79,820 in 1986.The Assessor and very inexpensive. Dues are $10 for is carrying the 1987 average sale proper- individuals, $20 for clubs and churches After years of neglect and vandalism ties,on the tax rolls,at$75,718 compared who restored the exterior or$50 for businesses. Call Fern Moe at the house was donated o Anoka County to $70,576 for 1986 sales. Based on this 571-5041 to join or to receive their or and agreed to study,taxpayers can expect a moderate monthly newsletter. replace the heating and electrical increase in their values,for taxes payable systems. As part of a 15 year agreement in 1989. the Center for the Arts is responsible for other interior restoration. Interior renovation will begin in early spring when mechanical work is completed. Appraisers from the Fridley Assessor's The first room will be in use by April, Water Discount or with additional rooms readied through- office will be reviewing homes generally in School District No's 11 and 16 and Seniors & Disabled out the year. N.W. area of District 14, this coming f you are 62 years of age or older or If you are an artist or interested in the year. Your continued cooperation will Idisabled and your combined yearly arts contact Kay Nee at 571-7595. Do- be appreciated in accommodating this income is $13,865.00 or less, please nations are still needed to reach the process which helps to equalize the contact the Utility Billing department $300,000 goal for full restoration. Indi- property tax:burden in Fridley. Always for information concerning reduced viduals or organizations giving enough feel free to ask for the I.D. of anyone water and sewer rates. Call 571-3450, to fully refinish a room will have it entering your home. Extensions 135 or 140. named after them. The Banfill Tavern/ Locke House is located on East River Road just north of Mississippi Avenue. SPRING 1988 CITY OF FRIDLEY PAGE 3 Development Filter Plant from page, ' Coexists With e ensure bacteria and algae are destroyed Nature and floride is added to prevent tooth decay. The water is now ready for ridley's newest apartment devel- consumption and is sent on its way to F opment will be completed by this homes and industries. December. It is called Springbrook Apartments and is located on 21 acres About once a month the filters are adjacent to Springbrook Nature Center. backwashed to remove accumulated There is no reason to worry, however, minerals.The process is similar to what that the Nature Center's environment occurs in home water softeners or what will suffer. In fact, it will improve. pool owners do to clean their filters, except compressed air accelerates the A cooperative agreement between the �x Procedure. Approximately 20,000 Fridley Housing and Redevelopment k 1 pounds of sediment are removed during Authority(HRA),Belgarde Enterprises, backwashing. the developer, and the City allowed a detention pond to be built in the Nature A backwash settling tank was built to Center. The agreement also enabled a recycle a majority of the backwash higher quality apartment complex to be water, instead of dumping it into the constructed. sewer system. Stormwater control is becoming a " A final procedure in the water treat- problem as land is developed. The con- ment process is flushing the accumulatedBecause of careful management, nature struction of buildings,parking lots,and minerals from city water mains. This is driveways hinders the ability of the along Springbrook,s boardwalk will accomplished by opening the fire hy- surroundingland to absorb runoff from remain pristine,despite nearby develop- drants, starting with the ones closest to rain and melting snow. The drainage ment. the plant, then gradually working improvement project including water outward. control devices in Springbrook Nature Springbrook Center will help solve the problem by Features The renovation work will ensure that temporarily storing water,thus decreas- safe, quality water will be provided to ing the flow rate of Springbrook Creek Egg Hunt residents. as it leaves the Nature Center. The filtration system is scheduled to The detention of water in the Naturepringbrook Nature Center functions be finished in April. The project cost Center wetlands will keep the water level S as a living laboratory for people of including construction and consultant'ssufficiently high to maintain a wet all ages. It offers diverse programs and fees is $1,511,700. It is being funded habitat thereby attracting more nesting opportunities that promote a better through the water account. No addi- waterfowl and other marsh animals. understanding of local plant and animal tional taxes or assessments will have to Floating boardwalk will be placed to communities. Special programs are be levied to complete the project. give visitors a better view of the wildlife. available for preschoolers to highschool students and for the whole family. Birthday parties can even be held at the center. April Hydrant The featured program this spring is Flushing the "Spring Celebration" for children Flushing may create a disturbance in age 1-12 years old, on April 2, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Enter your favorite The City of Fridley will flush hydrants the water mains which results in water stuffed animal in the beauty contest and during the month of April discoloration. The water is safe for get in for half price. A special egg hunt drinking,though there is the possibility will also be held. Flushing is done every six months, clothes may be stained during washing. but this spring's will be more important Check your Spring, City of Fridley than most as the previously unfiltered Anyone who experiences water dis- recreation guide for Friday Night Live, minerals are removed from the system. coloration that lasts longer than a day Saturday Night Wild and other activities should call the Public Works Depart- at the center. Flushing is required to remove iron ment at 571-3450 extension 157,during An indoor interpretive center allows and manganese deposits primarily,plus business hours. it to be open year round.Hours are from a few other minerals that build up in the 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Springbrook Nature lines. the serviceability of the fire No flushing will be done on the week Center is located on 85th Avenue, one hydrants is also checked. ends or Mondays. half mile west of University Avenue.For more information call 784-3854. PAGE 4 CITY OF FRIDLEY SPRING 1988 DUI COStS from page 1 in Anoka County have joint agreements with other departments, consequently 3 an officer from Blaine can arrest some- one in Fridley and vice versa. �i 1 Once stopped for a suspected DUI,a preliminary breath test is administered -� to determine alcohol level. If it is too high or if the test is refused the driver is taken to the police station and read an implied consent form. This form spells mot out the options available to the suspect. a-e An alcohol level of A0 is considered legally drunk and if you are driving, a very serious offense. If you are stopped with an illegal level, your chances of being convicted are virtually certain. Angela Forrest-Brown,left directs"Just Point One for the Road"as Marietta Olson sets Dave Sallman, Deputy Director of graphics for the program. Public Safety,states that nearly 100%of the people registering .10 or above are convicted. Channel 13, Programmed To Inform The expense of driving under the Six UniversityCourses Offered Videos Wanted influence of alcohol is very high.Possible costs vary,these are the averages: hannel 13 will show the following Emerging producers and directors C University of Minnesota Indepen- whether amateur or professional are dent Study Classes Wednesday evenings encouraged to submit video productions —License revoked for 90 days, 1 year if beginning April 6, 1988. To receive to Channel 13. They will be used for the breath test is refused. University credit call 624-0000. regular programming and can consist of —In Anoka County,spend a minimum aof 2 days in jail,or attend 2 day DWI any interesting subject material. Sug- American Business History (Hist gested topics are:science/nature,travel, program at Lino Lakes minimum 3841, 4 credits) recreation, safety, art, business, health, security facility. Family Relationships (FSos 5200, 5 or any other appropriate interest. —$450-$700 fine. —$500-$1,000 lawyer's fee, much more credits) for appeals. Home Landscape Gardening (Hort Call Now —Insurance cancelled. 1010, 4 credits) Call Channel 13 from 8:30 to 5:00 —60 to Introduction to the Visual Arts(ArtH weekdays at 571-3450 extension 184 for rd increase for risk insurance. 1001,4 credits) scheduling and other information. —Court ordered chemical dependency The Meanings of Place(AmST 3920/ assessment. —Extra cost for transportation while 5920, Arch 5956,4 credits) license is revoked. Toward an Understanding of Child —Lost work wages. Sexual Abuse (PubH5609, 4 credits) —Cost of car towing when arrested. Classes will also be offered daytime CHANNEL Sallman says that if you register below hours. the legal limit,chances are still good that a DUI related offense will be attached to Program Schedules Available your record. A new law requires that g levels.07 and above are sent to the State. Channel 13 is available 24 hours a day If two reports are received in two years to any home with cable access. From an alcohol evaluation will be ordered by 9:00 a.m.to 9:00 p.m.weekdays,special- the State Commissioner of Public Safety ty programs are shown. During other MMCIPAL and a possible 90 day license suspension. times community information and bus schedules can be viewed. To receive a weekly program guide including city council meetings, call Channel 13. SPRING 1988 CITY OF FRIDLEY PAGE 5 STATE OF MINNESOTA DUI is a costly,dangerous,time con- DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY DRIVER AND VEHICLE SERVICES DIVISION °FP�ec� suming offense.The best way to avoid it IMPLIED CONSENT SECTION is do not drink and drive. James Hill, 108 TRANSPORTATION BUILDING l� Public Safety Director, states, "Fridley ST.PAUL,MINNESOTA 55155 Police Officers will continue to enforce IMPLIEDcoIusENTADv1soRY DUI and other traffic laws very strictly to keep roads as safe as possible." (TO BE USED TO REQUEST THE TEST AND TO RECORD THE INDIVIDUAL'S RESPONSES.) TIM Fridley accident statistics indicate a significant decrease in alcohol related injuries over the last six years,despite an arrest for e increase in traffic. For more information about drinking and driving,watch"Just Point One For a is ref die wiu vo ed for a minimi The Road" on cable channel 13, on (IF UNDER AGE 18) 1 re' es tq drive will be re, March 8, and March 16, before St. Fear or until you reach the a 1 Patrick's Day, both at 8:00 p.m. and also on Memorial Day weekend at 7:00 3. If you take a test and` r indicate that you are under the infl controlled substance,you will uble o criminal penalties and your right to do p.m. each day. It is an informative for a minimum period of 90 days. program showing the viewpoint of a Fridley police officer,a doctor,and the - jV I 'I results indicate that you are under the influenc Director of the Lino Lakes Program. III bject to criminal penalties and your right to drive or a h ,e age of 18,whichever is greater. .: ' Lock Program 4. After submitting to to a right to c ith an attorne tional tests made by a person u Successful 5. If you refuse to take the test your refusal will be offered into evidence against you at trial. he free lock program was a big If the test is unreasonably delayed or if you refuse to make a decision,you will be considered to have refused the test.Do you understand what I have just explained? success. 135 deadbolts plus other security hardware was installed in 76 Don't let this be you! Don't drink and drive! homes. Many of the participants were seniors, Drug Prevention Troupe Formed one of whom wrote, "It is very much appreciated and the sense of security ishe Fridley Police Department has quences of their use,and how they affect r�, remarkable." formed the Prevention Theatre their families is presented.As the troupe Win $ In Contest Troupe, composed of high-risk kids in members learn about drugs, they also the 6th,7th,and 8th grades.The program gain knowledge in all areas of theatre is designed to keep susceptible students and video production,including acting, Wanted: Any aspiring artists inter- drug free and also build their self esteem. writing, set design, lighting, sound, ested in winning$50.00 by design- editing, and camera operation. ing Fridley 49er Days button. Entering is as easy as 1-2-34. Prevention Theatre is made possible When the troupe becomes more esta- because of an $8,500 federal matching blished and gains experience,participa- 1. Design should reflect a western theme. grant allocated by the State of Minne- tion will increase from the present 10 2. Must include the words:Fridley 49er sota. In a letter to Allison Krehbiel, kids, to 15 or 20 and hopefully, more, Days;June 15-19, 1988. Fridley Police Crime Prevention says Krehbiel. 3. Simple design submitted camera Specialist,Governor Perpich said,"The ready or in black ink, indicate color success of your proposal is important to Using their new skills,the troupe will scheme separately—limit 2 colors. Minnesota's future,"and"it is my hope write their own anti-drug related scripts 4. Entries should include name, age, that you will develop and refine your and perform them before elementary address, and phone number. project so it may serve as a model to school classes, probably 300-400 stu- other communities." dents a year. Krehbiel says the troupe is Drop off or mail to: similar to the old police gyms.It allows 1988 Button Contest Krehbiel indicated that Fridley has the kids to express their emotions Fridley Community Education Center the only police department in Minnesota through their productions. 6085 -7th Street and probably the U.S. which teaches Fridley, MN 55432 students about drugs and sexual abuse The Fridley School District, Anoka with pantomime.The theatre is another County Social Services,and the Fridley Entries must be submitted by Monday, first. Youth Crises Community Council April 11, 1988 and will not be returned helped form the Prevention Theatre unless requested.For more information The kids are taught about various Troupe by donating in-kind materials call Dorrie Sielaff, 574-0470. areas of chemical abuse including alco- and cooperating in other ways. hol. The effects of drugs, the conse- PAGE 6 CITY OF FRIDLEY SPRING 1988 CITY CALENDAR - SPRING 1988 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 2 3 Human 4 Curb Recycle 5 Appeals Resources Area 1 Commission Commission North of Mississippi St. 6 7 8 9 10 11 Curb Recycle 12 City Council Planning HRA Area 2 ' Parks&Rec. Commission South of VCommission Mississippi St. 13 14 15 Appeals 16 17 Cable TV 18 Curb Recycle 19 Environmental Commission Area 1 Quality North of Mississippi St. 20 21 22 23 24 25 Curb Recycle 26 Spring Energy Planning Area 2 Begins Commission Commission South of Mississippi St. 27 28 29 30 31 City Council Appeals Charter Comm. Commission SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 Curb Recycle 2 Area 1 North of Mississippi St. 3 4 City Council 5 6 7 Human 8 Curb Recycle 9 Easter Parks&Rec Planning Resources Area 2 Commission Commission Commission South of Mississippi St. 10 11 12 13 14 15 Curb Recycle 16 Appeals HRA Area 1 Commission North of 00 Mississippi St. 17 18 19 20 21 22 Curb Recycle 23 City Council Environmental Planning Cable TV Area 2 Quality Comm. Commission Commission South of Mississippi St. 24 25 Council 26 27 28 29 30 Conference Appeals Comm. Charter Energy Comm. Commission SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 1 2 City Council 3 4 5 Human 6 Curb Recycle 7 Parks&Rec Planning Resources Area 1 Commission Commission Commission North of Mississippi St. 8 9 10 11 12 13 Curb Recycle 14 Mother's Appeals HRA Area 2 Day Commission South of Mississippi St. 15 16 17 18 19 20 Curb Recycle 21 City Council Env.Quality Planning Cable TV Area 1 Commission Commission Commission North of Mississippi St. 22 23 24 Appeals 25 26 27 Curb Recycle 28 Charter Energy Area 2 Commission Commission South of Mississippi St. 29 30 31 Memorial Day Curbside recycling pickup dates are highlighted in gold. The HRA and the Cable TV Commission meet at 7 p.m. The City Council and other commissions meet at 7:30 p.m. SPRING 1988 CITY OF FRIDLEY PAGE 7 Briefly. . . which allows commercial uses such as SUPPORT FOR ATI FUNDING From the City Council restaurants and shops in districts zoned Also on January 25 the Council passed M-1 (light industrial) or M-2 (heavy a resolution supporting Anoka CIVIC CENTER RENOVATION industrial)with a special use permit. Technical Institute's (ATI) request for On February 22, the City Council capital funding from the Minnesota authorized Bossardt Christenson COUNCILMEMBERS BEGIN State Legislature.The State Legislature Corporation to oversee renovation of TERMS is their only source of funding.Approxi- City Hall and construction of the parking At the January 4, meeting of the mately 2,000 Fridley residents benefit ramp. Fridley City Council, Edward from the services of ATI. Fitzpatrick and Steven Billings were City officials decided to hire a con- each sworn in for three year terms. CITY MANAGER COMMENDED struction management company instead Fitzpatrick has represented Ward III The City Council expressed their of a general contractor for several since 1975. This is Billings' first term appreciation to Nasim M. Qureshi, reasons; lower cost, greater flexibility, serving Ward I. Fridley's City Manager of 14 years.The and better cost and schedule controls. resolution noted the, "enduring contri- SATELLITE FIRE STATION butions he has made to the growth and Bids for actual construction will be APPROVED development of our city and to the taken in April and construction will On January 25,the Council approved wellbeing of it's citizens." begin in June. plans for the construction of a satellite fire station east of Old Central Avenue Before becoming City Manager, he COMMERCIAL USES ALLOWED between Rice Creek Drive and 64th was the Director of Public Works for IN INDUSTRIAL ZONES Avenue.The new fire station will provide ten years. On December 7, 1987, the Council improved service to southern and eastern approved a zoning code amendment areas of the City. All Dogs Must Be Licensed Fridley City Code Provides That:No person shall own,keep,or harbor any dog over the age of six months within the City of Fridley unless a permit has been secured.Section 101.05.1 states, dog owners will be issued owner permits and tags upon proof of rabies vaccination within the preceeding year. Section 101.05.2 mandates, if at the initial registration a dog is due to be vaccinated within the next six month period, then a new vaccination shall be required before a permit is issued. Tags must be affixed on dogs requiring tags. � 1. Fee: $5.00/yr. Non-Neutered/Non-Spayed $3.00/yr. Neutered/Spayed(Proof Required) 2. Please PRINT all information on this form. 3. Return this form and a copy of the certificate of rabies vaccination to: The City of Fridley, A 6431 University Ave. N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 4. Your license, certificate and tag will be sent to you upon approval. ANIMAL LICENSE APPLICATION LICENSED PERIOD FROM MAY 1, 1988 TO APRIL 30, 1989, City of Fridley License No. 6431 University Avenue N.E. (leave blank) Fridley,Minnesota 55432 Feer $5.00—N-N; N-S Vaccination Date: Age: Approx. Weight $2.50-N; S Pet's Name Color: Sex: Breed: Applicant: Address: Zip: Telephone No.: SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT FOR OFFICE USE PAGE 8 CITY OF FRIDLEY SPRING 1988 Toy Lending Library undreds of toys are now available for children ranging from birth to age six years. The Toy Library lends costly child development materials, adaptive equipment,and toys to handi- capped children and those without disabilities. t` The project was developed by ARC, a. ° the Association of Retarded Citizens of ° e . Anoka County and is available to all residents of Fridley and Anoka County even if they are not ARC members. Revitalized pumper number 8 will be putting out fires for another 15 years. The Toy Lending Library is similar to Inset shows a sister truck ready to be any other library, except users borrow sent for refitting. " toys and equipment instead of books. Pumper #8 Gets Revitalized Library materials include:therapy balls, prone standers, bolsters, wedges, hen pumper number 8 was nearing the end of its useful life Fridley Fire Chief, puzzles, telephones, trikes, wagons, W Bob Aldrich, decided to save money instead of buying a fancy new fire rig. dolls, blocks, scooters, Fischer Price toys and more. The choice was, buy a new pumper for $150,000 or modernize the old one. Aldrich opted to spend $29,400 to extend the working life 15 years, instead of The Toy Library is funded by the buying a new one that would last 20 years. Anoka County Community Develop- ment Block Program through the City The refitting procedure includes: of Fridley and three neighboring cities. —4"discharge replacing the 2�/z"one so water can be pumped faster —New enclosed crew cab will protect fire fighters from freezing weather You are invited to check out the —New wiring materials at the ARC offices, 1100-90th —Refurbished water tank with a special coating Avenue N.E.in Blaine,near n. —Hydraulically assisted ladders for safer handling The library is open days, evenings, , a and —New paint Saturdays. Mondays and Wednesdays 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Tuesdays and Pumpers or engine companies answer most of the fire alarms, 500 to 600 each Thursdays 9:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., Fridays year.They carry 500 gallons of water, 1700 feet of hose,50 feet of ladders.Usually till 10:00 p.m., and Saturdays 10:00 two pumpers go to each fire. The first men on the scene start fighting the fire,the a.m.-6:00 p.m.For more information or second group attaches a hose from the hydrant to the pumper. All water used to if you would like to volunteer,call ARC fight a fire first goes through the pumper. at 780-0560. Spring 1988 Newsletter CITY OF FRIDLEY CITY OF FRIDLEY 6431 University Ave. N.E. CAR-RT-SORT Fridley, MN 55432 BULK RATE 6431 University Avenue, N.E. Telephone: 571-3450 U.S.P IDAGE Fridley, Minnesota 55432 Minneapolis,MN Permit No.2886 Mayor................................William J.Nee Councilmember-at-large...............Nancy Jorgenson Councilmember 1st Ward . . . .. . . . . . . . . Steven Billings Councilmember 2nd Ward............ Dennis Schneider Councilmember 3rd Ward...........Edward Fitzpatrick City Manager.......................Nasim M. Qureshi Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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