1-27-2025
City Council Conference Meeting
January 27, 2025
5:00 PM
Fridley City Hall, 7071 University Avenue NE
Minutes
Roll Call
Present: Mayor Dave Ostwald
Councilmember Patrick Vescio
Councilmember Ryan Evanson
Councilmember Ann Bolkcom
Absent: Councilmember Tom Tillberry
Others Present: Wally Wysopal, City Manager
Jim Kosluchar, Public Works Director/City Engineer
Becca Hellegers, Employee Resources Director
Andy Todd, Police Lieutenant
Items for Discussion
1. Environmental Quality and Energy Commission Candidate Interviews
The City Council interviewed three candidates for the open seat on the Environmental
Quality and Energy Commission.
2. Central Avenue (Hwy 65) Improvements Project Presentation
Representatives from the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) presented the
City Council with information regarding improvements coming to Central Avenue (Hwy 65)
3. Approving and Authorizing Signing and Agreement with Fire Officers (IAFF #1986) for the
City of Fridley Public Safety Department for the Years 2025 and 2026
Becca Hellegers, Employee Resources Director, made a presentation to the City Council that
summarizes the proposed labor agreement for Fire Officers (IAFF #1986) for the City of
Fridley.
4. Safety Measures for City Council in the Council Chambers
Lieutenant Andy Todd provided the City Council with safety procedures to follow in the City
Council chambers. This is an annual presentation.