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11/07/1966 - 00021236� � � ��� 10/3l/66 L•ISZ MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution ��158-1966 that when the aew City Hall is constructed, $470,000.00 of the money available to the City for this pro�ect, wi11 include certain necessary site preparation items deleted in Item G-1, with said items to be worked out by the Architect with the successful biddex for Council approval. The motioa was seconded, and upon a ro11 call vote those voting aye: Kirkham, Harris, Sheridan, Wright, Samuelson, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously. The Council requested that the three resolutions be brought back to the Council for ratification. Councilman Sheridan pointed out that the City should be in the new building by Labor Day of next year. LICENSES: MOTION by Council�nan Wright to appzove the General Contractor Liceqse of Don Schuett Builders and Young Construction Company Seconded by Council- man Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor ICirkham declared the motion carried. STATUS OF LIBRARY; Mr. Sohn Meyer askEd what the present status of the library is, and do the plans of Che new City Ha11 include the library The City Manager said thaC the City had a good lease with Holiday Store which will cover a11 of next year, and will be an open end lease after that month hy month He said that the libraxy wi11 move into the HoLiday Store by the middle oL November, and they wi11 use the new building whea it is completed Mayor Kirkham said that the final decision on that wi11 be made at t_he time the building �s completed The City Manager said that the librarian had indicated that the new City Hall would be a good central location, but they also may wish to continue to maintain the other library AD SOURNMENT : There heing no further business, Mayor Kirlcham declared the Special Council Meeting of October 21, 1966 ad�ourned at 10:00 P T4 Respectfully submitted, � i% / � � � ��i���. t� � �'�'G'�c-�� [/ �M�ry Lu Strom Acting Secretary to the Council ��-1- <c%/L ��� ��7/�'Gc<� - ��CK 0 KIRIZHAM = MAYOR � THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAZt COL7NCIL ME�TING OF NOVLMBER 7, 1966 The Regular Meeting of the Councll of the City of Fridleg was called to order by Mayor Kirkham at 8:00 P.M. ROLL CALL: MEMBERS PRESENT: Kirkham, Wright, Samuelson MENIBERS ABSENT: Haxris, Sheridan APPROVAL OF MINUTES, REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF OCTOBER 17, 1966: MOTION by Councilman Wright to adopt the Minutes of the regular Council Meeting of October 17, 1966 as submitted. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor IZirkham declared the motion carried. � " � 1117/66 OP MINUTES Councilman Taright sazd that for the record he would like these two sets of minutes regarded as one single set, as it was a continued meeting The Counc�.l agreed. MOTION by Councilman Wright to adopt the minutes as submitted. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried, ASSESSMENT - SEXTER(TABLED 10/17/66); Mr. Sexter said that he was not prepared to pat money zn escrow for the street until the assessment is explained to him in more detail. He asked if Councilman Sheridan would be at the meeting, and he was told no. He said he believed h�s assessment was $6,994 50 out of $8,600 and wondered if these figures were right The City Pinance Ditectot said these were correct. Mr. Sexter said that his attorney was unable to be here tonight, but he would like to ask the Council two questions. (1) On the figure of $8,600, he assumed he was assessed for a perce'ntage of the road ending at Lynde Drive. The City Finance Director said yes, Hackmann Avenue to Lynde Drive. Mr. Sexter said he had donated his street for free, hut now is going down to Lynde Drive and paying for the street. (2} He said he had an option to put in his own asphalt curb and gutter, which would have stopped at his property 1ine, but he thought it would be easier to turn it over to the City so they could do it when they wanted and where they wanted, and because of this his assessment was now $6,900 �.nstead of $6,I00. Councilman Wright said that if he was asking if the Council thought it was fair that he pay for the street going around the corner, this as the only procedure that as consistent with the Caty assessment practice on side streets. He said this side street is a benefit, and assessible even if Mr. Sexter had put it in himself. Councilman Wright said that a right-of-way for street donation is required as a conditzon of the plat when a plat lists it, but when the City goes to an individual for property for a street, they must pay for it either directly or by condemnation. Mr. Sexter said he had been told he could have a cul-de- sac before the City decided to change their plans because fihey wanted a street to go through. Councilman Wright said that Mr. Sexter was benefitting by having the through stzeet rather than a cul-de-sac for emergency vehicles such as fire trucks,'and the court wi11 decide if there is a benefit The City Attorney asked if we were in agreement that it must be completed. He suggested that iF there was sufficient agreement, they could proceed and leave open the question of the assessment. Mr. Sexter said that he was in no mood to borrow money to put in reserve to complete the street. He said he had had trouble with the sewer and water whxch had been an addi- tional expense to him of $2,500. He saYd he did not mind paying his share, but when the street was put in to benefit more people, his expense should not be so high. IIe said he realized that everything is running higher now, but this was high because he was donating his free and then buying the street down by Lyade Drive. The Cxty Attorney said that this wi17. either be resolved between Mr. Sexter and the Council, their attorneys, or by the court. He suggested they go ahead with an escrow agreement and hold it in abeyance until it is resolved, and in this way they could get the pro�ect done. Councilman Wright said that perhaps the Council could go so far as to state that this action would not pre�¢dice either Sexter or the City on the basis of the assessment The City Manager said that the City would need five consecutive warm days of 55 degrees or better to get this done. Mr. Frank Rogers, a resident who lzves un the corner of Pulk and Lynde Drive said that the people have been promised a street would be put in by the City Attorney. The Crty Manager said there was no reason to expect it would not be put in. Mr. Rogers said that- the money from his property is in escrow and this has been goino on for two years. Mayor Kirkham said he was doubtful that it could be done now. Mr. Rogers asked how the vehicles are going to get in on Hackmann in the Spring. The Council said there was a possibility that some kind of a b�ase could be put down. � , L_1 � �� � 11/7/66 Mr. Sexter said that if it was �ust a matter oi the escrow money, he will consult with his attorney, and he imagined they could put it in Council- man WrighC said he was sure the Council wi11 want a street, and they w7�11 put one in as soon as possible. He said that this wi11 not be pre�udicial to the assessment The City Manager said that one resl.dent had heard a rumor that the City would not plow this in the winter. He said the City normally does not plow unfinished streets, but in thas case the curb is in and it is a � normal width street so they will p1ow. He said also that the street name signs wi11 go in as soon as signs are receLVed by the Pub11c Works Depart- ment. Councilman Wright said that possibly the Public Works Department and City Engineex could see if some kind of surfacing base could be put in for Spring. The Council also discussed stop signs coming off Po1k Street. � � MOTION by Councilman Wright that Polk Stzeet nave boulevard stop signs at Lpnde Drive, both on the north and south sides. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. SETBACK VARIANCES - JOTiN L. ST. AUBIN AND DOYI.0 CEROLL (TABLED 10/ll/66): Councilman Wright said not talked to about the was a close variance, 1 neighboring property. that Councilman Samuelson was the only one he had requested variance for Mr. Cero11. He said this 6', but there was a high 8 foot hedge on the He said there was a letter from the neighbors giving their approval, but he had not brought it to the meetin�, The Council looked at a letter received from Mr. Doy1e Mullin staCing he had no ob�ection to the variance requested by Mr. John St. Aubin. MOTION by Councilman Wright Co receive the communication from Mr. Doyle Mu11in. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. IIpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. MOTION by Councilman Wright Co concur with the Board of AppeaLs and grant the requested variance to Sohn L. St. Aubin, 1217 1-Iathaway Lane Northeast for waiver of side yard requirement from 5 feet to 2 feet to permit construction of an attached garage, and to grant the requested variance to Mr. Doy1e Cero11, 4651 - 3rd Street Northeast, for a waiver of side yard requirement from 5 feet to 1z feet to permit construction of a detached garage. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motLOn carried SALT 4UOTATIONS (TABLED 10/17/66): The City Manager said he had received some research information from Diamond Crystal Salt Company, although they had not submitted a bid Among the material was a report from the St.. Paul Superintendent of Public Works which listed some of the drawbacks of the rust inhibitor. Among other things, it leaves a greasy residue on the street, it has a certain amount of toxicity and they recommend employees use face masks. Filling stations and parking ramps complain that it is hard to clean the windows and that it congeals on the floor like �elly. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson the Council award the bid to Cargill, � Incorporated for the regular salt at a price of $9 80 per ton delivered Seconded by Councilman Wright. Upon a voice vote, there bel.ng no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. WATER AATE STUDY (TABLE➢ 10/17/66); Because of the ahsence of two Councilmen and because the City Manager desired more time to work with the Finance Director on this, it was decided to table this item. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to table the water rate study until the next regular Council Meeting. Seconded by Councilman Wright Upon a �_��� 11/7/66 voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor IZirkham declared the motion carried. WATLR AND S�WER PERMIT FE�S (TABLED 1D/17/66); MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to table this item until the next regular Council NSeeting Seconded by Councilman Wright. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. 701 PROGRAM (TABLED 10/17/66); Councilman Wright said that he had asked that this item be on the agenda. � He said that it is the City's move and they now have a Resolution prepared by the City Attorney He said that it had been the unanimous intent of the Council to proceed on this, and he felt it was appropriate that the Council move at this time. He explained the resolution to the public, and said he would like to add the language at the bottom of page 1, "That the Mayor and Manager be authorized to sign the application on behalf of the City of Fridley." The Crty Manager read the resolution. Councilman Samuelson said that before the contract is signed, he thought there should be a �oint meeting with the Planning Commission as they are concerned with the actual contract that would be signed with Mr. Hodne. Councilman Wright said that this next step was �ust to sign an application to get on the waiting list Councilman Samuelson said that this was fine if it was �ust the first step. The City Manager said that in regard to the items the Council was considering deleting, they could not pick out any other items other than visual inventory in the amount of $3,150. Council- man Wright said there was also an ztem that had to do with nezghborhood seminars, Mayor Kirkham said that perhaps it would be better to receive this and put it on the next agenda. Councilman Samuelson_said he would like to study it further. Councilman Wright said that Washington was putting on a number of freezes, and he would like to be sure that we get on the waiting list before the end of the year. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson that the Councii receive the proposed , resolution and table it until the regular Council Meeting of November 21, 1966 Seconded by Councilman Wright Councilman Samuelson suggested that they invite Mr. Hodne to the meeting. Councilman Wright said that Mr. Hodne wi11 come to the meeting and explain that nothing has changed and wi11 ask if they want it or not. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. P�TITION �k36-1966 - CONSIDERATION OF FOOT BRIDGE - T.H. dk47: MOTION by Councilman Wright to receive the letter from the Summit Manor Associat�on Committee, and Petrtion ;�36-1966 Seconded 6y Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. Mr. Fitzpatrick, representing the Summit Manor Association Committee, said their request was stated itt the letter They would like a footbridge at Slst Avenue across University Avenue. He said they were concerned about the safety of their children who are at present being bused to school, but_the plan is for a hand operated signal, at this intersection, and they do not feel this is adequate. He said that they would feel much saier with a footbridge which would be there at all times of the day for everyone's use. Councilman Wright agreed that this was a very serious problem in this � area. He said that the School Board will only bus the children until the signal is in. He said that he would like to point out that foot- bridges caere very expensive. He said they were checked into at Aiverwood School crossing East River Road, and the estimate was $20,000 to cross four lanes, and because Univers�ty is wider than East River Road, this probably would be a minimum Councilman Wright said he felt it was quite proper for Fridley to undertake planning. He said there were three or four areas that should also be considered, and the priority for each is nearly equal. He suggested that the City policy be to proceed to get designs and costs of such a pro�ect and get the paperwork out of the way with the Minnesota Highway Department, and that it was appropriate now to � �� �C 11/7/66 set up a basis for paying in advance. He said that it would be hard to assess thLS as it benefits a Large indefinable area, including Columbia lleights, and also the School Board will benefit. He said that these must be high quality bridges with proper roofing and probably screening. MOTTON by Councilman Wright that the Council order a feasibility study and preliminary estimates of cost for the following four locations; 51sC Avenue �nd Univexsity Avenue, 61st Avenue and University Avenue, Mississippi and IIniversity, East River Road at Hickory Drive (this is a � tentative location and could possibly be further north), this study to be prepared for a meeting with the Council and School Board. Mayor Kirkham said he felt this suggestion was very good. He said that in the case of Slst Avenue crossover, the responsibility is a four-way one and should include the City Council of Columbia Heights, the School Board and the Minnesota Highway Department in a �oint meeting on cosL sharing Mayor Kirkham said that some work has already been done as the School Board had invited the City Council to meet with them sometime ago, A visitor to the Council Meeting asked what ob�ection the School Board had to busing the children. The Council did not know, they said they assumed it mas to save money Mr. Fitzpatrick said that the resident's committee had been before the Columbia Heights School Board and had gotten a temporary solution while the highway was under construction, but there will be no buses when the highway is finished according to present plans, and this is why they have proceeded to zequest a footbfidge. A visitor to the Council Meeting told the people present that the DistricC ��13 School Board meets tomorrow, November 8th at 8;00 at the Senior High School, 1400 - 49th Avenue, and if the people are lnterested they could come to the meeting and at least the School Board will know they mean business. Councilman Wright said this problem affects the people at other hours than school hours also because many people cross to go to the parks in Columbia Heights which Eridley has not been able to provide Mr. Sohn Miller said � he had heen in business at SOth and University for some time and was familiar with the problem. He said his opinion was that it has to be a community pro�ect both ways He said it is a problem duriag school hours, but the children go back and forth both ways after school. Mr Miller said that the men at his place of business have even walked the children across the hLghway because traffic is so bad they cannot get across. Mayor Kirkham asked if there was anyone present from the School Board Mr Howard Seim, Director of School District ��13, was present and said that the Chairman had asked him to be here as he was going to be late He said that everything that had been said here this evening was true and must be taken care of. He said that busing is costly and continuous year by year, and with bridges you can find a break-even point and they wi11 be cheaper in the long run. A lady asked how much it cost to bus the children. It was estimated at $30 a year per child The lady said that a child's life was worth more than $30. She said that the residents had asked bus service for Nelson School and the .Tunior High SchooL, and they had received a temporary solution for Nelson School, nothing had been done for Junior High and Oakwood School had been thrown in to make it sound good. Mr. Seim said that he did not know a11 the answers, but they have �o get going on a permanent solution as the present one is only temporary. He mentioned the possibility of getting State and Federal help. Mayor Kirkham said that it seems that everyone present is in complete � agxeement and that it only xemains to find out how fast it can be done and the best way to do it. He said he would appreciate it if Mr. Seim could call a meeting of the City Councils of Fridley and Columbia Heights, the Minnesota Highway Department, and a representative of the Summit Manor Association Committee. Mr. Seim said he would direct the Chairman to do so. Councilman Wright said that the Council appreciated Mr. Seim's comments and he was sure the residents did a1so, He said he would like to make a final point that footbridges do not solve the entire need, as areas in District �k14 have some cases where children are bused two blocks because it is too rlsky to walk. He said footbridges may help, Uut may not entirely solve the problem as busing is here to stay Councilman Samuelsoa suggested the School Board having the busing coses available to help the � � � 11/7/66 Council. Mr Seim said he believed the cost was approximately $10,000 a year to bus everyone west of University Avenue, and in five or six years this could buy some bridges Mr. Robert Latz said he was the attorney for the Summit Manor Association. He said that one oi the arguments that could be used wiLh the Minnesota Iiighway Department was that there is going to be a fully operational signal at 49th Avenue and University, and assuming there will be a 24-hour signal at 57th Avenue, he believes there will be many rear end collisions. Councilman Wright said he hoped the Association continued to have Mr. Latz represent them as he seemed to be �ust the person to make the argument for rridley. Councilman Samuelson seconded the motion requesting a feasibility study and estimate of costs for the four locations. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. Mayor Izirkham thanked Mr. Seim and the residents present, and said that the Council would keep them posted. BIDS - SNOW PLOW (OPENED NOON, NOVEMBER 7, 1966): The City Manager read the following bids and said that the 1ow bid was within the specifications: TOTAL LUMP NAMC AND ADDRESS BID SECIIRITY DELIVERY DATE SUM BID Ha11 Equipment, Inc. 236D South Highway 4�100 Minneapolis, Minnesota Hayden-Murphy Equipment 4501 Hiawatha Avenue Iiinneapolis, Minnesota Seaboard Surety 5% Certified Check $100.00 Public Works Equipment Co. Great American 786 University Avenue Insurance Co. St. Pau1., Minnesota 5% Road Machinery & Supplies Certified �901 W. 78th St.-Hwy 494 Check Minneapolis, Minnesota $60.00 20/30 Days Valk V-511-84 $877 00 21 Calendar Days 14 Days 30-45 Days ' Burch. FNR-30 $1,396.00 W/Cyl. $1,531.00 � Wausau 715 30-50 $1,098.00 Good Roads 701 H-11 $1,150.00 George T. Ryan Co. Certified 40/50 Days Gladhill 171 - 27th Ave. S. E. Check 11T1WH-LUH Minneapolis, Minnesota $75.00 $1,116.00 Chas. Olson & Sons, Inc. Certified 30/40 Days Frink Pillsbury at Lake Street Check MW-2 Minneapolis, Minn. 55408 $70.00 $978.00 MOTION by Councilman Wright to authorize the purchase of one new snow plow from Ha11 Equipment, Incorporated, 2360 South Highway No. 100, Minneapolis, Minnesota, in the amount of $877.OD. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. BOARD OF APPEALS ME�TING MINUTES - OCTOBER 19, 1966: 1. PUELIC HEARING ON A REQUEST FOR A VARIANCE FROM SECTION 45.361 AND SECTION 45.362, CITY CODE OF FRIDLP�Y, MINNESOTA 1963, REVISED DECEMBER 31, 1964. RY in7ATVF.R OT' SETRACK REOIITRP�MENT OF 100 FEET FROM THE STREET TO 13 THE PRESENT FROM THE WEST LINE TO PERMIT C� RIICTURE ON LOTS 1 AND 2. BLOCK . . � � . _.[:�� 1 1 . � SOTA, SAME BEING ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF ASHTON AVENUE AND E ELY STAE�T) FRIDLEY_ MINNESOTA. fREOiTEST BY ALADDIN POOLS. INC. � ��� 11/7/66 The City Manager read the motion by the Board of Appeals recommending that the variance be denied. MOTTON by Councilman Samuelson to co�cur with the Board of Appeals and deny the variance requested by Aladdin Pools. Seconded by Councilman Wright Upo❑ a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. SUILDING STANDARDS - DESIGN CONTROL MEETING MINUTES - OCTOB�R 26, 1966: � MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive and file the Minutes of October 26, 1966 Seconded by Councilman Wright for discussion. Councilman Wright asked if he was correct that the Couacil was unanimously opposed to the railroad construction. Councilman Samuelson said he agreed. Couacilman Wright said it did not appear that they had enough land for guy wires. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor ILirkham declared the motion carried. The City Manager poinCed out that each member oi the Council now receives an ageada fox the Building Standards, Design Control MeeCiags as there is no longer a regular member of the Council on this Committee aad any Council member who wishes can attend PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING NLiNUTES - OCTOBLA 27, 1966: CONTINiIED REVISED PUBLIC HEARING: REZONING REQiILST ZOA ;k66-10 MAX SALITERMAN: The Czty Manager read the motion of the Planning Commission recommending approval. MOTION by Councilman LJright that the Council notes the Planning Commission's action in respect to the Planned Development rezoning requested by Max Saliterman, and to dePer action until after the PuUlic Hearing on , November 14, 1966. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson, and upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES - NOVEM7iER l, 1966: 1. PLANS TO IMPROVE SYLVAN HILLS: The City Manager read the motion by the Parks and Recreation Commission that the Commission has plans to improve Sylvan fti11s Park. The City Manager said that there is still a question of whether this is a retention basin or Park, and the Council may want to hold this up. Councilman Samuelson said he felt this should be held in abeyance until the Council has decided. MOTION by Councilman Wright that the Parks and Recreation Commission and Director be notified that the Council requests that no action and no fuxther investment be made in Sylvan Hi11s until the drainage problem is resolved. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being ao nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried 2. SUGGESTED TRADE OF LOTS IN RIVERVIEW HEIGHTS POR A LOT IN HAMILTON'S ADDITION: JAEGER: The City Manager read the motion by the Parks and Recreation Commission ' informing the City Council of a trade requested by Mr. Saeger who is interested in trading five lots in Riverview Heights for Lot 18, T31ock 3, Hamilton's Addition. The City Attorney said that there may be a problem in this, in that if the City gets title from the County for the property in Hamilton's Addition, they would have to acquire it for public purposes only. He said that, if the CiCy is intexested, Mr. Saeger should get title to the property, and if the Council wants the property in River- view Heights, they could probably buy it for the cost of the Special Assessments on the Hamilton's Addition property. It was understood that Mr. Jaeger wanted to trade so he could acquire the Hamilton's Addition property free of special assessments, and then would deed the lots in Riverview Heights to the City. The City Manager pointed out that the � �� � 11/7/66 County is not putting any property on sale except to the City, and if it goes on public sale, Mr Saeger may not get it. The City Attorney said that this is �ust a 40 foot lot in Hamilton's Addition and is not a buildable lot, but would be of value to Mr. Jaeger as it is ad�acent to his property. Mayor Kirkham suggested that this matter be pursued to see what arrangement can be made. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson that the Administration check into this further and see what kind of arrangement can be made. Seconded by Councilman Wright Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. The City Attorney mentioned a call he had received from someone who wanted to donate land in Riverview Heights He said he had told the caller to write a letter describing the property. The City Manager said he had not yet received such a letter 3. POSSIBLE PARK LAND ACQUISITIONS; The City Manager read the motion of the Parks and Recreation Commission recommending that the City Council acquire Carlson's Summit Manor North Addition, Block 7, Lots 13, 14, and 15 Councilman Samuelson suggested that the Administration pursue an investigation of the cost of this property and bring it back to the Council. Councilman Samuelson said that while the� were in this area, he would like to point out a lot on the map between Capitol and Horizon Drive which could be fiLled with dirt and would tie the whole area together as a park. He pointed out an area of street that could be vacated, and said he realized this would have to go to the Plats and Subdivision Committee, but he thought rt should be pursued. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson that the Council request that the Parks and Recreation Commission investigate the vacating of Hughes Avenue between Capitol and Horizon Drive, and investigate the cost of the property and structure on Lot 1, Block 8 in Carlson's Summit Manor Addition to try to tie the area together. Seconded by Councilman Wright. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson that the Administration pursue the investigation into the cost of acquiring Block 7, Lots 13, 14 and 15 in Carlson's Su�n.it Manor North Addition. Seconded by Councilman Wright. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. REVISION OF PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT BUDGET: The City Manager explained that $5,000 had been cut off the Parks and Recreation Department's budget, and this was a revised schedule. He said that the Parks DeYartment wanted more than �ust a foreman. They wanted someone with some education or experience in park planning and maintenance who would also be a worker with the maintenance man, and they thought they had to offer more money for a position of this type, and also that the �ob of maintenance man required a salary that would be acceptable to the union. The City Manager said that the rest of the budget shows where these two increases were taken from. Councilman Samuelson asked why the Public Works item had been decreased. The City Manager said that the Parks Director felt they would need less help from the Public Works employees with two fu11 time employees of their own. Councilmaa Wright asked that the Park Director investigate the cost of putting in water fountain bubblers in all the neighborhood parks. The City Manager said they would look into this. MOTION by Councilman Wright to approve the 1967 budget revision of the Parks and Recreation Department. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. COMMITT�E MCETING MINUT�S - OCTOBER 26, 1966: Mayor Kirkham mentioned the notation that the Safety Committee recommends , ' , � , ' 3 � ,�, � ��i�i66 t_he City Council instruct Midland Co-op to clean up their property and Landscape it according to Yhe ordinance. The City Manager saLd he would talk to Mr Torrey about this. Councilman Wright said he had received some complaints from some citizens, whose property backs up to the Moon Plaza property, that there is still toxnado debris and rats on the Moon Plaza propexty. The City Manager sasd that he knows that orders on this have been given, but he will check with Mr. Hensley to see what the dead- line is. Councllman WrighC said that �t may need two orders for two separate property ownexs in this area, as it seems to be both Moon Plaza and the Hay's property. BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION - 18l ELY STREET - ALADDIN POOLS, INC : The City Manager showed a map of the original proposal which has been denxed and a map of the new proposal. He said that this has not been to the Bu�.lding Standards - Design Control Subcommittee yet. Councilman Samuelson said he did not have any ob�ections to this new proposal. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to refer the building permit requested by Aladdin Pools, Inc. back to the Building Standards - Deslgn Control SubcommitCee for review and approval, and if the plans meet the approval of the Subcommittee, the permrt may be issued Seconded by Councilman Wright. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Klrkham declared the motion carried. LEASE FOR LIBRARY SPACE: The City Manager said he thought this was a very good lease and was better than he had expected. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to sign saLd 1i6rary lease with Erickson &rothers. Seconded by Council- man Wright. Upon a voice vote, there beiag no nays, Mayor Rirkham declared the motion carried. APPOINTMENTS• MOTYON by Councilman Wright to approve the following appointments; NAME Rosemary Hanson 501 - 111th Avenue N W. Coon Rapids, Minnesota 5-24-66 Donna M. Fluck 1231 Onondaga Street N. E Fridley, MLnnesota 6-27-66 Sudy K. Lentz 6473 Taylor Street N. E. Fridley, Mannesota 9-19-66 Beverly A. Parker 7374 Able Street N. E. Fridley, Minnesota 9-26-66 Stanley Keith Wilson 7073 Sunrise Drive Giscle Pines, Minnesota POSITION Liquor Inventory Clerk Accounting C1erk Special Assessments Accouniing Clerk Utilities Billing Receptionist Bartender Bar �'k2 10-3-66 REPLACES Laura T7osvold Rosemary Hanson Lois Foster 7udy Lentz Sim Benedict Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion caxried. CONNECTION CHA.RGES: Because Councilman Harris and Councilman Sheridan were not at the meeting, it was decided to table this item until the next meeting. 184 11/7/66 MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to table discussion of connection charges to the next Council Meeting. Seconded by Councilman Wright. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. CLAIMS• Councilman Samuelson asked about a claim in the amount of $129 for a panel truck. The City Finance Director explained that this was the depreciated value of the truck which was charged to the assessor and the money was transferred to the liquor store, MOTION-by Councilman Wright to approve for payment General and public Utilities �f10060 through �k10211 and Liquor Claims 4k489 through ��542. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ESTIMATES; MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to approve for payment the follow�ng estimates; D. W. Hickey & Co , Inc. 1841 University Avenue St Paul, Minnesota 55104 Estimate No. 7 for work completed this date for Water Improvement Pro�ect 75-C, Schedule 2, according to contract - 10-31-66 (High Service pumps and Three Additional Filters) Comstock & Davis, Inc. Consulting Engineers 1446 County Road "J" Minneapolis, Minnesota 55432 Estimate No. 1 for the Repair Work on 1.SMG Reservoir, Water Improvement Pro�ect �F83 from September 5, 1966 through September 30, 1966 Estimate No. 2 for the staking out of the construction work for Street Improvement Pro�ect No. 1966-6 from September 26, 1966 through Septemher 3D, 1966 (Commerce Park) S. C. Smiley & Associates, Architects Suite 12 - 1750 Hennepin Avenue Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403 Professional Services Rendered - Fridley Civic Center C. S. McCrossan, Inc. Route ��2, Box 322 Osseo, Minnesota EsLimate No. 1 (Partial) Street Improvement pro�ect No. 1966-2 (11-2-66) (West Moore Lake Drive and Rice Creek Road from Central Avenue to Baker Avenue) � $21,339.00 ' $ 45.00 $ 615.50 $ 2,459.15 $26,11D.71 Councilman Samuelson asked if the City received a breakdown on the S. C. Smiley & Associates estimate for blueprinting and reproduction costs. The City Manager said that the statement as presented is all the City receives, Councilman Samuelson suggested they make the payment to Smiley Associates, but request a breakdown of the item from them. Councilman Wright seconded the motion approving payment of the estimates, and upon a vou e vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. � I� J � , 11/7/66 LICENSES; Councilman Wright asked if the Map1e Lane request for a Public Drinking Place License was a renewal. The City Manager said ehat this was the first tlme they had requested this license which is a set-up License. Council- man Samuelson asked if this was the Maple Lanes Bowling Alley, and if so he did not feel set-ups should be sereed there. The Crty Manager said he thought it was for the restaurant, but after checking he said that on the basis of the address this is the bowling alley and he read the ordinance which covers this license. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to approve a11 licenses except the Public Drinking P1ace License requested by Map1e Lanes which is to be denied Councilman Wright said he would suggest they table this pending furthar information as he did not feel there was sufficient grounds for denial. The moCion died for lack of a second MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to approve the following licenses, CIGARETTE LTCENSE: Strite-Anderson Mfg. Co. 7585 N. E. Viron Drive Fridley, Minnesota CARPENTRY LICENSE: J. T. Ranger Construction 10823 Hanson Boulevard Coon Rapids, Minnesota GENERAL CONTRAGTORS: &ernard R. Julkowski 1420 Molan Terrace N. E. Minneapolis, Minnesota 55421 Don Schuett Builders 8495 Monxoe Street N. E. Spring Lake Park, Minnesota Stuart Constxuction Company 109 Lowry Avenue N. E Minneapolis, Minnesota 55418 Young Construction Company 5832 Morgan Avenue South Minneapolis, Minnesota ROOFING: by: Nlinnesota Acme Vending Gompany by: S. T. Ranger NEW by: Bernard R. Julkowski by: Don Schuett by: Richard T. Saviery by: Carl Bergstrom RENEWAL NEW RENEWAL NEW J. W. Lindqu�st Gompany 3500 Garfield Avenue South Minneapolis, Minnesota by: John W. Lindquist N�W and to table the request of Map1e Lanes for a PuUlic Drinking PLace License until the next regular Council Meeting. Seconded by Councilman Ldright IIpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared Che motion carried. -1966 REOIIESTING THE C PLAT THC NEC�SSARY UTILITIES MOTION by Councilman Wright to receive Petition ��35-1966 and turn it over to the Administration for processing Seconded by Councilman Samuelson Upon a voice vote, there being no nays� Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried �1 %� L� l �.� c� ��� ii/�/66 RESOLUTION �'�160-1966 ORDERING CONDEMNATION OF THE NORTH 2D FEET OF LOT 7, SUB-DIVISION OF LOT 10 AUDITOR'S SUB-DIVISION NO 94: (WILLIAM SHIELD'S The City Manager pointed out that this condemnation will probably end up costing the City about $1,000. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt Resolution ��160-1966. Seconded by Councilmaa Wright. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor IZirkham declared the motion carried. , RESOLUTION �k161-1966 ORDERING PRCLIMtNARY PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ESTIMATES OF THE COSTS THERE�F: STREET IMPROVEMENT PROSLCT ST. 1967-2: Councilman Samuelson said that he was confused on Baker Street, he under- stood the Council was going to get a waiver of hearing, The City Engineer pointed out that this was the street in front of Vi Nagel's property. The City L�ngineer said there were no petitions on this pro�ect. The City Manager said that Mr. Nagel had promised a petition, but he had �ust not gotten around to it. T'he City Engineer said that the school has requested sidewalks on Gardena, and the street is in very had shape. He said that extensive grading is needed for the sidewalks, and they feel the street should be done also. Councilman Wright suggested asking the people to petition for streets if the City put in the sidewalks. The City Engineer said that if both schools petitioned for streets there still would not be 50%, but there would be a good share. Mayor Kixkham suggested they ask the two schools for petltions. Councilman Wright suggested perhaps the Administration could contact the Chairman of the PTA requesting that he circulate a petition. Councilman Samuelson suggested that the Administration write a letter to the School Board and see if they could work and get a petition. MOTION by Councilman Wright to adopt Resolution ik161-1966 and direct the City Manager to let the school officials know what the Council needs in the way oi a petition from them and the other property owners, Seconded � by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. RESOLUTION ��162-1966 ORDERING PRELIMINARY PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND �STIMATCS OF THE COSTS THEREOF: SANITARY SEWER, WATER AND STORM SEWER PROJECT N0. 79 (ADDENDTIM) • The City Manager referred to Item A and asked the City Engineer if this pro�ect included storm sewer. The City Engineer said no, this is �ust the language used. The Council will make the final decision. MOTION by Councilman Wright to adopt Resolution ��162-1966. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carrieck. IIEARING ON TIIE MATTER OP THC CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN IMPR S1IVITARY SEWER AN➢ STORM SEWER PROSECT N0. 79 (ADDENDUM): MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt Resolution ��163-1966 setting the Public Hearing for November 21, 1966 at 8:00 P.M. Seconded by Councilman Wright. IIpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. OF TH� COSTS THEREOF: PRO.TLCT NO The City Nlanager pointed out that no petitions had been received on this pro�ect. MOTION by Councilman Wright to adopt Resolution �'k164-1966. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, 'Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried � � � � �� � 7 11/7Jbb CHANGE ORDER NO 2- SS & SW �k79; The City Manager pointed out that if the Council approved this change order, the City could proceed when they get the two required waivers MOTION by Councilman Wright to approve Change Order No. 2 for water, sanrtary sewez aeid storm sewer improvement pxo�ect ��79 sub�ect to requisite waLVers. Seconded by Gounc2lman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. RATIFYING RESOLIITIONS �k157-1966, �F158-1966 AND -0k159-1966: MOTION by Councilman Wright, that in light of the prior action by the five members of the Council on October 31, 1966, L-he previous action on Resolutions �k157-1966, ��158-1966 and 4�159-1966 be reaffirmed Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried Mayor Kirkham requested that the City Manager read Resolution ik159-1966, a Resolution limiting the expenditure of funds for the construction oi a new City Hall. The City Manager asked the Council if they would like to look at the form of the contract drawn by the City Attorney for the construction of City Hall. The Council studied the contxacts. MOTION by Councilman Wright to approve the contracts and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to sign the contracts between the City of Fridley and D. M. Noyes Constructio❑ Company, H. S. Horwa.tz & Company, Inc., and H. Hoffman Electric Company for setvices in connection with the new City Ha11. Seconded by Councilman Wright Councilman Wright asked if they could have copies of these contracts. The Crty Manager said he would see that they got them. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. COMMUNICATIONS• (A) SAVELKOUL: LAND ALTERATION PERMIT MOTION by Councilman Wright to receive the communication from Richard A. Miller, rApresenting the property owners ad�acent to Lot 9, Auditor's Subdivision No. 22. Seeonded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. Mr. Mi11er said he was an associate of Siga1, Saoelkoul, Cohen & Sween He said he was iepxesenting a group of residents and taxpayers of Fridley He explained that the sub�ect they were interested in is the Land alteration permit issued to Richard N. Carlson and A1vin G. Carlson. He said that the people here tonight are mainly residents, and immediately ad�acent to this land. He said that these land alteration activities have been conducted in this area since 1961, and the residents have con- stantly complained about the noise and the associated nuisance. Mr. Miller said that the people were advised that the property owners would be notified if any more work was to be done in this area He said that a new permit has been issued with no public hearing He said tnat the people wanted this o'peratian [o be ceased immediately and not coaunenced agaZn. Mr Miller said that the main complaint was that a permit was issued withouL proper notice to the property owners so they could appear to make sure their property rights were protected. He mentioned that Chapter 53 says that a permit must list the ad�oining property owners and Mr. Carlson did not do this. He said that trucks exit out Rice Creek Road from 8:00 in the morning until 5:00 at night, and there is one truck every 25 seconds which raises much dust and makes a lot of noise. He said that the permit is in violation of the City Charter and the residents have photographs showing a drop of 40 feet with no protection to residents. He said fences are required and this is not done_ He said they want rhe area filled and made suitable for residential area Councilman Wright said that he believes Chapter 53 does not require puUlic hearing, but that due process might. The City Attorney said that a public hearing is not required in the ordinance. Mr. Miller said that the only residenC listed on the permit was offered property by CarLson zf he did not �8g 11/7/66 complain. Mayor I�irkham said that the people mentioned they would like the land made suitable for developing, and he said that this was the Council's interest a1so. He said that, in his opinion, this is why the Council granted this permit If the trucks are coming out on Rice Creek Road, this is not according to the agreement. The City Manager explained that Mr. Carlson was in the hospital, but that he had said that it �aill be three more days before they can cut through to go out on Stinson Boulevard. Mayor Kirkham pointed out that this is the only way that the Gity can get this land pre- pared for residential use. Councilman Samuelson said that Mr. Carlson had presented an overall plan for this addition, and a performance bond. � The Council discussed this at great lengths with the residents of the area. Mr. Theodore Theilmann, 1540 Rice Creek Road, came to the Council table. He and the Council looked at a topography map of this pro�ect and discussed how the pro�ect will meet up with his property, Mayor Kirkham suggested that the Engineering Department and Suburban �ngineering go over and take a look at this property and see if it is progressing as it should to make sure there is enough fill left for the holes and report back to the Council. MOTION by Councilman Wright that the Council request this preliminary information and that it be brought back for the Council Meeting of November 14, 1966. Mr. Theilmann gave the Council his telephone number, and asked to be notified so that he and some of the other residents can go along. The people were told that the Council has an agreement with Park Construction on the watering and flagmen and they will see that these things are done. MOTION by Councilman Wright to request Park Construction to use the agreed upon route east of Stinson after the end of this week, and all conditions of the permit be enforced Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor ILirkham declared the motion carried. There was a discusslon on limiting the size of the trucks, but the City Manager pointed out that there would be a problem of doing.this as this � is a County road and they are required to provide for heavier trucks Mr. ➢onald Chies, Vice-President of Chies Brothers, Inc., was present at the Council Pfeeting. He said that it is his contention that the Park Construction land is lower than theirs, and when they started leveling their property about a week ago, there was too much dirt and they started hauling rt out The City Attorney said that Mr. Les,ter Chies had indicated that the Carlson property would be graded too low to tie in wrth the Chies property, and this is probably one thing that should be considered when the Gity Engineer and Suburban �ngineering go out to the area. He suggested they could review the proposed elevations and see how they do tie in. It was felt that if Chies had not taken out enough material, 6 inches or so would not make that much difference. Councilman Samuelson said that Mr. Chies was to give the Council a survey of the present level of the property. Mr. Chies said that they were using a different engineer now and he had not finished this survey yet. Councilman Samuelson asked him how they knew there was too much dirt on their property. Mr. Chies said by comparing it with Marlson's, but that the police had stopped them from remooing it. The City Manager said that they were stopped from hauling out but not from leveling. The City Attorney asked Mr. Chies how much there was left to level. Mr. Chies said perhaps $6,000 to $7,000 worth of work, which will take approximately two weeks. The Superintendent for Park Construction Company was present at the Council � Meeting and said that they are going to an elevation of 922 feet. He said that they have had instructions to hold the cliffs down. The Superintendent discussed with Mr. Thielmann how the pro�ect would be done around his property. The Superintendent was asked about the watering and he said he would go to McCrossan tomorrow to see that the watering is taken care of. Mayor ILirkham said that the Council is sorry for the inconvenience but that they are trying to get the land made suitable for building as the people wanted � � ��� ii/�/66 (B) MOUNDS VIEW; SEWER CONNECTIONS MpTION by Councilman Wright to receive the letter in regard to Mounds View sewer hookups and have this item back on the agenda November 21, 1966 Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. (C) EAICKSON PETROLEUM CORPORATION: TRAFFIC SIGNALS The City Manager said that he had already written the Minnesota Highway Department requesting the installation of traffic controls at 57th Avenue and University Avenue. MOTION by Councilman Wright to receive and file the letter from Erickson Petroleum Company, and in addition to the standing request for signals, at the intersection, a request be made for an immediate temporary signal. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried (D) BOARD OF HEALTH REPORT: MOTION by Councilman Wright to receive and file the report from tLze Board of Health. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. (E) JUDGE SOHNSON: WITNESS FEE Mayor Kirkham said that there does not seem to be anything to do at present but pay this bi11, but the Council should establish a policy for the future The City Attorney explained the change in the Statute. He said that pre- viously the State had received a11 the fine money from Highway Patrol cases, but when the Statute was changed, it was interpreted that the Aighway Depart- ment could not pay for expert witnesses. The City Attorney said it was his suggestion that the City Council authorize payment of this particular hi11 and direct the City Attorney or the Judge thaC henceforth the State is to get advance approval of an expert witness, otherwise it wi11 not be paid MOTION by Councilman Wright that the City Attorney notify all relevant parties, the Judge, Prosecutor, State and Highway Department, that Chey must have advance approval for an expert witness. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the moCion carried. (F) MINNESOTA STATE HIGHWAY ➢EPARTMENT: I.ANDSCAPING The City Manager said that this is the answer to the letter that Council- man Samuelson had requested he write. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive and file the letter from the State of Minnesota, Department of Highways Seconded by Councilman Wright and upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor ICirkham declared the motion carried. (G) SCOTT: BAND CONCERT MOTION by Councilman Wright to receive and file the lettet irom the President of the Fridley City Band Seconded by Councilman Samuelson Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. Mayor Kirkham asked the press if they were aware of the band concert and he read the date and time that it is to be held. SWANSON: ROAD AND ASSESSMENTS Councilman Samuelson said he had seen this site and he questioned the feasibility of storm sewer assessments against the property. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson that this communication from Mr, and Mrs Charles Swanson be referred to the City Engineer, the Consulting Engineer, and the Finance Director foz review and that they bring back a survey of 190 11/7/66 the area and see if they are receiving benefit from the storm sewer. The Consulting Engineer said he recommended they review the whole block. The motion was seconded 6y Councilman Wright. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motian carried. CERTIFICATE OF ACHI�VEMENT: Mayor Kirkham showed the Council, a copy of the Certificate of Achievement he had received from the National Vehicle Check for Communities. CHANGE ORDER NO L- WAT�R IMPROVEMENT PRO.TECT �i75-C (SCHEDULE 2)• The Consulting Engineer explained that this was for three changes in the D. W. Hickey & Company, Inc. contract, the first two are piping changes and the third was a valve manhole modification made after reviewing the high service pumps provided MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to approve Change Order �'�1, Water Improvement Pro�ect ��75-C, Schedule 2. Seconded by Councilman Wright Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. PROCLAMATION BY THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA: Mayor Izirkham read the following proclamation calling for the observance of Veterans Day on November 11, 1966: WHEREAS, the President of the United States, has asked that November 11, 1966 he observed as Veterans Day, the day on which we salute cAtizens who have exemplified the highest tradition of citizen- ship by serving in defense of this Nation; and WHER�AS, the Governor of the State of Minnesota, has further requested all of the citizens of the State of Minnesota to observe Priday, November 11, 1966 as Veterans Day; and WHEREAS, Veterans Day is traditionally a day dedicated to peace; and WHEREAS, Americans have always wanted peace and have been willing to fight to preserve it, and WHEREAS, Peace lies at the very heart of our American principles, NOW, TE�REFORE, I, Jack 0. Kirkham, Mayor of the City of Fridley, Minnesota do hereby call on al1 citizens of the City of Fridley to observe Priday, November 11, 1966 as Veterans Day. I request a11 citizens, all business enterprises, a11 veterans organizations, city officials and schools, to proudly display the flag of our Country and otherwise publicly commemorate Veterans Day by performing with appropriate rites in accordance with the permanent Veterans Day theme, "PEACP� WITH HONOR". IN WITNESS WILEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the official seal of the City of Fridley to be affixed this 7th day of November, in the year of our Lord Nineteen Hundred Sixty-Six. 7ack 0. Kirkham, Mayor ADJOURNMCNT: There being no further business, Mayor Kirkham declared the regular Council Meeting of November 7, 1966 ad�ourned at 11:35 P.M. Respectfully submitted, � '��� � ���/✓;i✓,� �.%�( �,�rC���.;'�v/ �Ma�� Lu �rom \ � � Acting Secretary to the Council �' 1� � ,`�.c�l�� G�! ���-�4%��,��, � , 7ACK 0. 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