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02/06/1967 - 00021121� � � ��� THE MTNUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL ME�TING OF FEBRUARY o, 196� The Regular Gouncil Meeting of the City of Frldley was called to order by Mayor Kirkham at 8;07 P.M. ROLI, CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Kixkham, Harris, Samuelson, Liebl, Sheridan (arrived aC 8:45 P.M ) MEMBERS ABSENT: None APPROVAL OF MINIITES, REGIILAR COUNCIL MEETING OF SANUARY 3, 1967: Councilman Liebl said he would like to call attention to page 2, paragraph 4, and add the words "more representative" in the blank spaces. MOTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt the Minutes of Che Regular Council Meeting of January 3, 1967 as corrected. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. APPROVAL OF MINUTES, REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 23, 1967: MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt the Minutes of the Regular Couacil Meeting of January 23, 1967 as corrected. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. APPROVAL OF MINUTES, SPECIAL COIINCTL MEETING OF SANiJARY 28, 1967: MOTION by Gouncilman Samuelson to adopt the Special Council Meeting Minutes of ,Tanuary 28, 1967. 5econded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ADOPTION OF AGENDA: Mayor Kirkham said he would suggest that Item 1 of the Agenda be deleted as the Council is not prepared to discuss it, insert the Bids for SSSC and W-85 as the first items under new business, and that the two new resolutions brought before the Council this evening be numbered Items 22A and 22B. MOTION by Councilman Harris eo adopt the agenda with suggested changes. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL AS THE BOARD OP APPEALS AND ADJUSTMENTS AND REPEALING SECTTONS 45.38, 45.381, 45.39, 45.391, 45.392, 45.393, 45.394, 45.40, 45.401, 45.41, 45.42, 45.421, 45.422, and 45-423: The City Attorney passed out a memorandum to theCouncil suggesting that it might be better to use a sub-committee of the Planning Commission as a Board of Appeals. Councilman Harris said that the ordinance establish uig the Crty Council to act as the Board of Appeals was part of the overall plan proposed some time ago to streamline the suh-committees. He said that the City Attorney has suggested an alternate, 6ut as a11 items come to the City Council any way, his position would be to adopt the suggested ordinance in the Agenda. MOTION by Councilman Harxis to adopt the �'rdinance establishing t1�e Fridley City Council as the Board of Appeals and Ad�ustments and repealing sections of the City Code at first reading, waiving the reading. Councilman Liebl said he would like to have an explanation of Section VII which requires that a period of at least six months shall have elapsed before a petition for identical relief can be presented. The City Attorney explained that this had been taken from the ordinance as it now exists. He said that the reason for this is that i� a petition that goes to the administrator and is denied, and then is referred to the Planning Commission for review, and -�+�� 1/23/67 the Council for hearing is repeatedly resuSmitted, it could become a nuisance and an expense. Councilman Liebl said that some people felt that this would discourage people from coming up with a proposal, but as there is a reason for it, he would second the motion. Councilman Harris explained to the audience that this particular ordinance would authorize the Council to act as the Board of Appeals instead of a special group, which seemed a separate step that was not necessary. NoW it will come directly to the Council. UPON a roll call vote, Rirkham, Harris, Samuelson and Liebl voting aye, the motion to adopt the Ordinance upon first reading carried. AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND CHAPTER 45 OF THE CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY: MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt the ordinance upon first reading, waiving the reading. Seconded by Councilman Lieb1. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. A RESOLUTION REORGANIZING THE INSURANCE COMMITTEE AND REPEALING RESOI.UTIDN 4k124-1959; Councilman Samuelson said that he has talked to the Chairman of the Insurance Committee and several other gentlemen in the community, and he feels that the insurance committee as an entity will not be necessary, as the Council has made provisions with Bachman-Anderson to review the City's insurance, and prepare bid specifications, and theoretically the men would not be allowed to bid on the City's insurance, tf they are on the committee. He said that if the Council is to provide any insurance review or realignment on a con- sulting basis, as we do with Comstock and Davis, this would only require two or three days a year, and the Insurance Committee would not really be necessary. lie said that then the people who have worked so hard on the Insurance Committee could bid on the insurance. Councilman Harris asked about the Chairman of the Insurance Committee's reaction. Councilman Samuelson said that Mr. Schillinger had devoted a number of hours to the City's Insurance Program, and that this approach, using a consulting basxs, would a11ow the members to bid. Council- man Harris said that iP the insurance were awarded to an individual not in our community, our service may suffer. He said that this insurance group has given their time and effort to the City. Councilman Samuelson said he felt that a premium of $35,000 a year was certainly in the realm of public bidding, and if the bidding comes in the same, he was sure they would all award to a Fridley man. Mayor Kirkham said that he was sure that whoever the successful bidder was would give good service, looking to the next year in hopes the Council would award the bid to him again. Councilman Samuelson pointed out that the School Board of Distxict ��14 had put their insurance on a bid basis, and the company who has their business was back bidding again after the big loss in the tornado. The Counc�l discussed passing a resolution dissolving the Insurance Coimnittee. Councilman Harris said that he would like a chance to talk to the members of the Insurance Committee before a resolution is passed. MOTION by Councilman Harris to table action on the Insurance Committee until the next Regular Council Meeting of February 2D, 1967, and that a sub- stitute resolution be d�,afted for the repeal of the Insurance Committee, Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Councilman Lieb1 said that he agreed with Councilman Samuelson that the sum of $35,000 a year should be bid. He said that we, as elected officials, should be intexested in getting the most out of the dollar for the protection of our community. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. RESOLUTION �k18-1967 AUTI�ORIZING THE PREPARATION OF SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CITY'S INSURANCE PROGRAM POR 1968; Mayor Kirkham said that this resolution could be passed regardless of what is done on the Insurance Committee. The Council discussed deleting the words, "in cooperation with the Fridley Insurance Committee" from the resolution. Councilman Samuelson said he felt that deleting this from the resolution would be adequate, and the Insurance Committee could still enter into negotiations if necessary. ' 1 � � � � : �0��,7 2�5 MOTION by Councilmaa Harris to adopt Resolut�on �k18-1967 with the deletion of Yhe words, "in cooperation with the Fridley Insurance Committee" in the "NOW THEREFORE" paragraph. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voir_e vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. CONSIDERATION OF PRINTING INFORMATION FOLDER (TABL�D 12f23J67): MOTION by Councilman Harris to table this item. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. BIDS - STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENT PROSECT NO 5-C (OPENED ON FESRUARY 6, 1967, AT 12:D0 NOON): The City Manager gave the Council copies of Che bid sheets and the memorandum from Comstock and Davis. The City Manager read the following bids, PLANHOLDER BID ALTERNATE ALTERNATE Li7MP SUM COMP. SURETY �F1 ik2 BID TIME Austin P. Ke11er Coastxuction Co. Ohio 2467 No. Albert St. Farmers Deduct Deduct St. Paul, Minn. 55113 5% $8,421.22 $12,176.00 Barbarossa F,,Sons, Inc. St. Paul Route �k3 F& M Deduct Deduct Osseo, Minn. 55369 5% $9,415.00 $5,355.00 Nodland Associates, Tnc.Maryland Alexandria, Minn. Casualty Deduct Deduct 56308 5% $4,23D.70 $5,000.00 Peter Lametti Const. Co 615 Drake Street St. Paul, Minn. 55102 OrfeL & Sons, Inc. 1156 Homer Street St.Paul, Minn. 55116 Beatson & Kelly Contr. 827 California Ave. St. Paul, Minn. 51106 McDonald & Assoc. Inc. 211 North Pascal St. Paul, Minn. C. S. McCrossan, Inc. Route 2 Osseo, Minnesota Seaboard Surety 5% Seaboard Surety 5% Federal Insurance Co. 5% Seaboard Surety 5% Great American 5% Deduct $5,695.18 Deduct Deduct $5,169.46 $6,463.50 Deduct Deduct $6,366.00 $7,797.50 Deduct Deduct $3,600.00 $12,000.00 Deduct Deduct $6,110.50 $6,500.00 Northern Contr. Co. Trans- Box.272 American Deduct Deduct Hopkins, Minn. 55344 Co. 5% $4,000.00 $6,200 00 Phelps-Drake Co,, Inc. Fidelity & 5440 Douglas Drive Dep. Co. Deduct Deduct Minneapolis, Minn. 55429 5% $6,000.00 $6,900,00 Sandstrom & Hafner,Inc. Glen Falls 749 Forest Dale Road 5% Deduct Deduct St. Paul, Minn. 55112 S4,1D0.00 $4,000.00 180 Cal. $153,184 73 Days 150 Cal $158,235.50 Days 18Q Cal. $146,003 10 Days 200 Ca1. $150y535.27 Days 150 Cal. $133,777.66 Days 140 Cal. $142,355 30 Days 200 Ca1. $150,612.80 Days 120 Cal. $148,297.50 Days 150 Ca 1. $137,526.00 Days 120 Ca1. $154,995.73 Days 150 Cal. $116,500 00 Days The City Manager read the memorandum from the Consulting Engineer recommending the low bidder, Sandstrom & Hafner, Inc., in the amount of $116,500.00. � � � 2/6/67 MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to concur with the recommendation of Comstock and Davis, and award the bid for Storm Sewer Improvemenh ProJect No. 5-C to Sandstrom and Hafner, Inc, in the amount of $116,500.00, Seconded by Councilman Harris for discussion. Councilman IIarris asked for a review of the pro�ect. The City Enginees said that this covers the area west of University and is the last leg of the pro�ect, Mr. Qureshi said that it has been bid with two alternates. Alternate �k1 is storm sewer to be installed at a deeper depth from Rainbow Drive to Main Street. He said they have kept the depth deep (25 foot average) up to Main Street so they are not closing the possibility of an underpass at 61st and the Railroad tracks in the future. He said that this would cost $4,100 if the Council decides to do so, if not, it can be raised to the normal 5 foot depth. He explained that Alternate 2 is at 61st and Rainbow. He explained that they would be 20' to 25' deep and the old P& H base W�ii have to be replaced. He said that this pro�ect covers the replacement o� this, but if the Council wishes to hold a hearing on improving 61st and Rainbow Drive, the $4,OD0 could be used toward a permanent street rather than a temporary one. Mr. Qureshi said he felt this would be a wise move. He said that the base bid could be awarded and this could be deleted later if the Council wished. Councilman Iiarris asked if it would be totally assessable. Mr. Qureshi said yes. The Council discussed calling a pixblic hearing so the people could petition for the street if they wanted it. Mr. Qureshi pointed out that they do not want to do all the streets, in some sections only t-he swale section will be damaged, but there will be no pavement left on 61st Street and Rainbow Drive. Councilman Liebl questioned the assessment cost and was told it would be approximately $280 per lot average, and if they decide to improve the street, an 80 foot 1ot would have an approximate $650 assessment on a front foot basis. Mr. Qureshi said the people could save about 25% by using this money toward the permanent street. Councilman Liebl said he concurred with Councilman Harris that the people should be consulted. The City Manager pointed out that there would have to be a public hearing. VOTE upon the motion to award the contract to Sandstrom & Hafner, Inc., was a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried MOTION by Councilman Harris that the necessary resolutions 6e prepared for a Public Hearing on Street Improvement for 61st Street and Rainbow Drive, Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. The City Attorney asked if there are any other streets in the area that the Council should have a hearing for at this time to find the sentiment of the people, it would be a larger group, but may be an advantageous time to do this. The Council agreed with this. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. BIDS - WATER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT N0, 85 (OPENED FEBRUARY 6, 1967 AT 12:00 NOON): The City Manager read the memorandum from the Consulting Engiaeers and the foll,owing bids; PLANHOLDER Bergerson-Caswell, Inc. 13120 Wayzata Blvd. Minnetonka, Minn. 55343 E. H. Renner & Sons, Inc 5465-A County Rd. 18 No. Minneapolis, Minn. 55428 Thezn We11 Co., P.O. Box 416 Clara City, Minn Inc. 56222 BID SURETY St. paul Fire & Marine 5% United Pacific Insurance Co. 5% Seaboard Surety 5% LUMP SUM SID $6,400.00 $3,930.00 $4,900.00 � r � � � � �... (� i Layne-MLnnesota Co, 3147 California St. N.E. Minneapolis, Minn. 55418 Keys We11 Drilling Co. 413 North Lexington St. Paul, Minn. 55113 Mueller Bros., Inc. Gaylord Minnesota, 55334 IInited Pacific Insurance Co. 5% Seaboard Surety SI State Surety Company $350.OD $5,2D0.00 $2,880.00 $5,995.00 z/6/6� MOTION '6y Councilman Harris to concur with the recommendation of Comstac.k & Davis, Inc., and award the bid to Keys Well Drilling Co., 413 North Lexington, St. Paul, Minnesota 55113 in the amount of $2,880.00. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Councilman Lieb1 said he would like some assurance that the well is going to be fixed and stay fixed, and he would like to make sure that this wi11 not come up again. The City Manager said that Mr. Comstock is nor here this evening, but that they feel this wi11 do the �ob. VOTE upon the motion was a vol.ce vote, with Councilman Liebl voting nay, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. (Councilman Sheridan arrived at the meeting at 8:45 P.M ) PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES, JANUARY 26, 1967; MOTION by Councilman Harrzs to xeceive and file the minutes of the January 26, 1967 Planning Commission Meeting. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carra�ed, PAAKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTLS_ JANUARY 23. 1967: 1. TREE BEAUTIFICATION PROGRAM SPECIFICATIONS: The City Manager drew the Council's attention to the specifications for the Tree Beautification Program. Councilman Samuelson said that it seems the Council should act on them now. Councilman Harris said he felt that there was too much Leeway in the diameter of the trees. He said that from 1z'' to 2" would be a year's growth and he would sugoest a minimum of 2" and perhaps some porCion of the planting proposals could 6e eliminated by going to sturdier trees. Councilman Samuelson said he would agree with this minimum diameter and they may not need wrapping He said he had hoped for 3D0 trees, and this may cut the volume, but he was willing to go alor.g with the basis of a 2" diameter. Councilman Harrls said that he thought the Council could also have the planting with guys and tarapping charges bid as an alternate. Councilman Samuelson said he assume the price would be delivered. The City Manager said that this could be put in. Councilman Lieh1 asked if this would come from the 1967 budget. Councilman Samuelson said that it would. Councilman Liebl said he would like to make sure the trees are equally distributed among the three wards. Councilman Samuelson said that this was started on the premise that the trees would go into the tornado devastated areas, boulevards and parks where they are required and then branch out. Councilman Harris said that replacing the trees ruined by the tornado were the priority areas, but it was the Council's hope to go on with this program for years to enchance the beauty of the City. Councilman Lieb1 asked if the choice of trees could withstand the weather in this area. Councilman Samuelson said that there are a group of 5 trees that are recommended by dlfferent organizations for this part of the country, and these three are in the approved 1ist. The City Manager said that the Park Director had had the specificatlons practically written by the Director of the Agricultural School at the University. Councilmaa Liebl said he had received many calls about the new City Ha11, as people are worried about rumors ehat there wi11 be no trees around the City Hall. He was assured there would be some. MOTION by Councilman Harns to approve the Specifications to Ue sent out For � � � 2/6/67 bids with the plaating listed as an alternate, a 2" minimum bare root size, and that the trees are to be delivered. Seconded b� Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. Councilman Samuelson said that to his knowledge, Fridley is the only Community carrying on a program like this on a community basis. 2. PARK PLANNING AND MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR SPECIFICATIONS: Councilman Liebl said he would like to discuss the Park Planning and ' Maintenance Supervisor �oU opening. He said he did not feel that for a salary of $7,200, the City could hire a park planner. 'He said that in our Park Department we have two fu11 time men, and he did not feel we need a planner at the present time and could not hire one at this wage. He said he felt there were men in the City employ qualified as leadmen in the Park Department. MOTION by Councilman Liebl to table this item until it has been discussed more thoroughly. He said he would like to hear the Council�s opinion of this. Mayor Kirkham said he thought they would all like more of an explanation on this, and he would like to hear from the Park Commission. The City Manager said that the Park Commission wanted someone within the'Park'Depart- ment who could plan parks and park purchases, and they expected the person to work in the parks also. He said that the Park Director had drawn the specifications at the Commission's direction and then the Park Commission had revised them. IIe said they feel there wi11 be plenty of applicants who will be happy to work for $7,2D0.00. He said that the chauffeur's license is included, as he will not be a white collar worker all the time. He said that with a planner the Commission felt they could get a better park program going. Councilman Harris, said he would second Councilman Liebl's motion. He said , he felt they should explore the possibility of drawing on a planner for the County, or if this would not be available, the Anoka County Association of Municipalities could explore the possibility of a planner for the communities in the County. Councilman Samuelson said he thought this was a good idea, and suggested the possibility of putting a planner on a consulting basis. Councilman Harris said he would suggest they bring this to the attention of the Anoka County Association of Municipalities and see if they are interested in this kind of service. The City Manager said that he would withdraw the advertisement for the position. He said that the Commission felt they could go ahead with this as long as it had been a budgeted item. VOTE upon the motion to table consideration of a Park Planning and Maintenance Supervisor, was a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ' MOTION by Councilman Harris that the Administration write a letter referring this matter to the Anoka County Association of Municipalities to explore the possibilities of a planner for the counties. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. Councilman Liebl asked the City Manager if the Parks Department was going to look for a leadman for the department or if this would be discontinued. The , City Manager said that this will be discontinued as there is no need for a leadman. He said that the areas and neighborhoods change and the parks need continual plaahiag. Mayor Kirkham said that he felt the Park Commission and Council need better communication, as their thinking on this does not seem to be the same. 3. PARK NAMING: MOTION by Couacilman Samuelson to concur with the Parks and Recreation Commission and the Summit Manor Committee to name the park property on ��� 2/6/67 Horizon and Hughes, "Summit Square". Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Airkham declared the motion carried. BUILDING STANDARDS - DESIGN CONTROL SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING - SANU�Y 31, 1967: I. CONSIDERATION OF ADDITION TO EAISTTNG STRUCTURE AT 5700 EAST RIVER ROAD NORTHEAST - LYNWOOD MANOR NURSING HOME• � The City Manager read the motion of the Building Board recommending provisional approval until working plans and the landscaping proposal are ready Council- man Lieb1 said he had attended the meeting of the Board, and he felt it would improve the neighborhood and was a nice addition. Councilman Samuelson said that this was a resubmission of the proposed extension on a more elaborate layout. The Courcil looked at the gLans. Councilman Samuelson felt the plans were aesthetically acceptable, but he questioned the land/building ratio. Mr. Branstrom said that they were a little over the 1.5 ration require- ment per hed. Councilman Harris asked if there was any room for additional parking. Mr. Branstrom said they would investigate some additional property that was ad�acent Councilman Samuelson asked the Fire Chief if he had checked the plan. Chief Hughes said that he had looked at it, but had not checked it out completely. ,He said that they found that parking is not as heavy around a rest home as apartment houses, and they have had no trouble with fire calls at the rest home. Fire Prevention Chief Aldrich said the only consideration would be if the building came in very close to make laddering difficult, but as it is only two stories, there should not be much trouble with a 24 faot ladder. Councilman Lieb1 said that the BuildLng Board had discussed this thoroughly and passed it unanimously. Councilman Harris asked when the working drawings would be ready. Mr. Branstrom said in three months. The City Manager pointed out that they would like provisional approval at this time so they could get a start on it. MOTION 6y Councilman Harris to give provisional approval as recommended by the Building Standards - Design Control Subcommittee Meeting. Seconded by � Councilman LLeb1. Upon a voice vote, there Ueing no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. 2. CONSIDERATION OF ADDITION TO EXISTING STRllCTURE AT 5280 MAIN STREET NORTHEAST - KURT MANiTFACTiTRING COMPANY: The City Manager read the motion recommending approval with three provisions. Mr. Kuban was at the Council Meeting. Councilman Harris asked him if he had found anoeher area for the tank. Mr. Kuban said they were going to do without it, and asked why it was not permissible. The City Attorney showed Mr, Kuban the regulation covering the tank in the Code Book. The Council looked at the plaas for the addition. MOTION by Coun.cilman Harris to concur with the Suilding Standards - Design Control Subcommittee for construction of an addition to Kurt Manufacturing Company with the restr�.ctions designated by the Subcommittee. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ADDITION TO BASEMENT OF IINITY HOSPITAL FACILITIES FOR SERVICE PERSONNEL - WECO, INC : � This had been brought directly to the Council this evening and had not been to the Building Standards - Design Control Committee. The Council looked at the plans. MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve the plan sub�ect Co the approval of the Building Standards - Design Control Committee. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. THE MINUTES OF THE FRIDLEY SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING OI' FEBRUARY 1, 1967; MOTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt the Minutes of the Eridley Safety � v o 2/6/67 Committee Meeting. Councilman Liebl said he would like to point out to the Council that the Safety Committee had supported House File ��321 introduced by Savelkoul, Johnston, Weaver, Schere, and I. Anderson and the motion had carried unanimously. Councilman Liehl said that this was a good file and he hoped we would get some legislation on this. The motion to adopt the Minutes was seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. Mayor Izirkham said that he thought that after the Reorganization of � Committees, the Safety Committee had been discontinued. The City Manager said that it had been discussed, but he did not think any action had been taken. The City Attorney said he would check this out. Councilman Harris said he felt it had been the Council's intent that this was to be an Administra- tion and Planning Commission function. CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS - TOWING: The City Manager pointed out a discrepancy between the contract and the bids, and the Bid Specifications should be changed under Item 2 to read that the bidder shall be able to maintain indoor storage for at least seven (7) vehicles. Councilman Sheridan asked if it has been found necessary to have indoor storage for that many cars. Mr. Schuur from Shorty's Towing Service was present at the Council Meeting, and he said that at present, it was necessary, and that his lot was fu11 now. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to authorize the Administration to put out bid specifications for services of towing to be opened February 20, 1967. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Councilman Samuelson brought up the problem of derelict cars where the people do not have the means or method of removing them. He said that he had suggested to Mr. Schuur that possibly the towing service could get a release from the owners, and they could have them for salvage as their fee. Mr. Schuur said that he was sure something could be worked out, � because in many cases they get pushed out into the street, the Police Department hauls them in and he ends up with them any way. He said that he had a place to dispose of them right now, Councilman Harris suggested that the Attorney draw up a form which would eliminate responsibility to the City so they would not be obligated for any damage in dragging them out, and a form to be signed by the owner. VOTE upon the motion to let the bids was a voue vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. CONSIDERATION OF ANIMAL CONTROL CONTRACT: The City Manager said that the City was having troi�ble contacting the Dog Catcher on Saturdays and Sundays, and sometime during the week, so at times they have had to call B& P� Patrol, Inc. to pick up animals. He said they have received two bids; B& E Patrol at $3,600 and Mr. Paulson at $3,900, although he thought Mr. Paulson would do it for $3,600. The City Manager showed the Council some photographs of the B& E kennels. Councilman Harris said that of the complaints he receives, half of them are on dogs. Councilman Samuelson said he had received some criticism, aimed at the Council, for allowing the dog facilities that Mr. Paulson is using, as they do not feel they are clean and healthy for the animals or the neighborhood. IIe thought it would be we11 to award the contract to B& E Patrol as they have new facilities, radio contact, and have served us we11 in the past. The City Manager said he would like to point out that owners will have to � go to Roseville to pick up their dogs. He said the Health Inspector has visited the kennels, and if there was anything wrong, he was sure it had been corrected. Councilman Harris said that the distance was a disadvantage, but if it were his animal, he would like it well taken care of. Mayor Kirkham said that the Humane Society is interested in the ser�ice we could have in comparison to what we do have. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to engage B& E Patrol, Inc., 2021 West County Road C, Roseville, Minneso�a, for animal control in 1967. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. �'� �. z/6/6� CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTING ALARM RECEIVING AND EMERGENCY REPOATING SYSTLM: Chaef Hughes of the Pire Department, Fire Prevention Chief Aldrich and two representatives from the Northwestern Be11 Telephone Company, Mr Richard Kaster and Mr. Ernest Medvik, were present to discuss a new alarm receiving system that would update and modernize the present system. Fire Prevention Chief Aldrich explained that the Pire Department had studied chiefly three systems, and feel the telephone system is the best as it will � bring the ca11s in directly in front of a dispatcher, can be leased from the Telephone Company and maintained by the Telephone Company. He explained the operation of the console, additional call boxes and logical locations for them, line charges, being able to hook in the 12 schools in the community, nursing and rest homes, industrial buildings, the liquor stores, and up to 100 others. He said that they had spent considerable time with Mr. Ed Heath, the Superintendent of Communications in Minneapolis, and that this system was working out fine for them. He showed the Council a picture of the console and they discussed the different charges for new lines, rental charges and installation. Chief Hughes reminded the Council that there is $1,000 in the budget for a voice recorder, which this would include, The Council spent some time discussing the recorder, which wi11 record the date, time and location of the alarm so there wi11 be a report available for verification in addition to actLng as a back up in case some alarm bulb buxned out. Councilman Samuelson asked if Civil Defense, Anoka County Sheriff, or other Counties could be interlinked. A representative of the Telephone Company said that the console can accept any voice grade or lamp circuit system Councilman Samuelson asked how long it will take to make this operational. The representative said approximately 9 months, Uut Lhey could try for six months. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson that the Fire Chief and Fixe Prevention Chief coordinate the purchase and installation of equipment outlined in the report with the anticipation of tying in other City outlets to reduce contractual � agreements with other alarm systems, to be programmed in at the completion of the new City Hall. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Councilman Liebl asked if this would lower the rate in fire insurance or impxove the service of the Fixe Department. Chief Aldrich said that as far as reducing insurance rates, he could not say we definitely would go to Class 5 because the factors used to �udge a City are many and varied, but it definitely wi11 improve the service. 'Councilman Liebl asked iE it would profit industry and shopping areas the most. Chief Aldrich said this was correct. Councilman Liebl asked if it would help lower industrLal rates to have a man stand by. Chief Hughes said he planned to make a proposal soon on volunteers sleeping in. He said this wi11 not reduce the rates on residents, but would on industrial. VO'TE upon the Motion to purchase an alarm receiving and �ergency reporting system was a voice vote, there being no nays, Magor Kirkham declared the motion carried Chief Hughes said that ln the report they are recoramending that the City go on one emergency number, rather than the present four. Mayor Kirkham said that the Council recognizes that the new system would not be complete with- out one number. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to direct the Pire Chief and Fire Prevention Chief to make the necessary arrangements for a single emergency number � Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. Councilman Liebl thanked Chief Aldrich for the nice presentation. REPORT ON SEWER RATES: Councilman Harris said that the Council had directed the Administration to prepare a proposed draft of a revised water and sewer rate schedule. He said he has been in contact with the City Manager, City Engineer, and Finance Director regarding this, and felt that the proposal they haoe before �� "�' 'L' 2/6/67 them is very good and comes close to answering the City's need to gain revenues to operate and to put both unrts on a bieak-even basis. He explained to the audience that the overcharge in water to carry sewer will be ad�usted. Mayor Kirkham asked Councilman Harris to summarize the changes proposed. Councilman Harris explained that the Sewer Department had been running ia the red and was being carried by theWater Department. He said that this new rate will reflect the new charge for N.S.S.S.D., and the costs and income wi11 equal what is pro�ected for 1967, although it is hard to estimate maintenance. He said that industry is plagued with aa overcharge, and the Council has to make it possible to attract industry with a good water schedule, Councilman Liebl said that in both suggested schedules they have tried to make both utilities more self-sustaining and the charges more equitable for the user, but he would like to point out that in this analysis the Council has only tried to build enough money to pay the users charges, and not built up for any large connection charges that may have to be paid to N.S.S.S D., which he feels has to be kept in mind also. He said that his recommendation would be to have a$7.50 minimum rate to make the Sewer Department more self sustaining. He said he would like to have enough money in the sewer fund+ to take care of coming sewer p-roblems. Councilman Harris said that this has been taken into consideration with more revenue being raised by more connections. Councilman Sheridan suggested that additioaal units of multiple dwellings, trailers and motels could be raised to the $7.00 level as they would use as much water as the first unit. Ctruncilman Sheridan said that the District charges for 1 REC as 1 living unit, whether there are two bathrooms or one, or a washer or dryer or not. Councilman Harris pointed out that this would raise about $9,000 more, and there is the question of low water revenues because of a wet summer. The City Manager said that the City's overhead should be established in the near future and then new customers would be a profit. Mayor Kirkham said he would like to see Table IV adopted with Councilman Sheridan's suggestion that all units be made $7.00. Councilman Liebl said that he was worried about the troubles we wi11 be having with the sewers, and that a SOfi increase would give $22,000 more which would repair a lot of sewers. Mayor Kirkham pointed out that the suggested change would bring addditional funds also. Councilman Harris said he felt this was a good schedule and it would be impossible to get a perfect schedule. The City Manager pointed oixt that the Council will not know for about a year how good it is. Mayor Kirkham asked how soon this schedule would be in effect. The Finance Director said that it can be done in two ways, either pro-rated, for example, 2 months at the old rate and 1 month at the new rate, or bill starting April lst, and using the new rate change as each district's usage comes entirely under 1967. Councilman Harris suggested they start and make ad�ustments, or it will throw the figure projections off. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to adopt Schedule III and Schedule IV as presented this evening with the correction that on multiple dwellings, trailer courts and motels, all units will be at the same rate of $7.00. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a roll ca11 vote, Kirkham, Harris, Sheridan, Samuelson voting aye, Lieb1 voting nay, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. Mayor Kirkham asked Councilman Liebl if he would like to state the reason for his nay vote for the record. Councilman Liebl said that he voted no because he felt the future will prove that the City will not have enough money, and they will have to anticipate some problems with the sewers, and will have to go to the people and assess them. Following are the two corrected and adopted schedules: Aange of Water IIsage 0 - 10,000 Gal. 10,000 - 30,000 Gal. 30,000 - 50,000 Gal. 50,000 - 100,000 Gal. 100,000 - 200,000 Gal. Over - 200,OD0 Gal. WATER RATE SCHEDIILE SOp/1000 Gal. - Minimum $S.OD Next 20,000 Gal. @ 40fi/1000 Next 20,000 Gal. @ 34C/1000 Next 50,000 Gal. @ 30p/1000 Next 100,000 Ga1.@ 28fi/1000 Over 200,000 Ga1.@ 26G/1000 � ' ' !` � �._ _1 l_ � SEWER REVENITC a) Single family dwelling b) Multiple Dwellings, Traxler Courts, and Motels First Unit Additional Units c) Commercial & Industrial 0-15,000 Ga1. 15,000 - 50,000 Gal. Over 50,000 Gal. COMMITTEE REPORT ON PF2ECINCT BOUNDARIES: 2/6/67 $7.00/Quarter (1-REC) $7,00/Quarter $7.00/Quarter ��� $7.00/Quarter $0.35/1,000 Ga1. Winter water usage $0.30/1,000 Gal. Winter water usage MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive the communication from the Election Revlew Committee, and that the Administration send each member a letter of commendation fox their work on thLS prQ�ect. Councilman Harris explained to the audience that Precinct 2 of Ward 2 has been split into two precincts, being divided by Gardena Avenue. Councilmau Harris wondered if Precinct 3 in Ward 2 should be split again with perhaps Skywood Mall as a polling place. Councilman Sheridan pointed out that a11 the children are going to the school used as a polling place and the people are familiar wrth it. The motion to receLVe the communication was seconded by Councilman Sheridan Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor ILirkham declared the motion carried, MOTION by Councilman Harris that the Council direct the Clerk to notify the registered voters that Ward 2, Precinct 2 has been split into two precincCS, and notify them of the new polling place, Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. IIpott a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. APPOINTMENTS: MOTION by Councilman Harris to concur with the following appointments; NAME Richard T. Daniels 105 Talmadge Way N.E. Fridley, Minnesota Mary Lou Erickson 650 Ely Street Northeast Fridley, Minnesota POSITION Bartender Bar ��2 1-6-67 Clerk-Typist Fzre-Parks & Recreation Depts. REPLAC�S Stan Wilson New Position Seconded by Councilman Lieb1. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. PIERCE STREET DRAINAGE: Councilman Sheridan said that he had had a number of discussions with the people on Pierce Street between 63rd and 65th Avenue, who happen to be in a lpw area. He said that he, the City Manager and City Engineer had met with a couple of gentlemen last week, and this evening two men were at the Council Meeting with a request for a solution to correct the problem. lIe explained that there is a culvert between the stxeet and the bacic property line, but that this freezes up. He said that the �ngineering Department has suggested that, with the permission of the property owners, an open swale could be put in which would eliminate the freezing problem, but this was not entirely satisfactory to one of the owners as they felt it would be a detriment to the property and dangerous for sma11 children. The Council discussed this problem with the two property owners. It was explained tltat the reason the water sits and freezes is that there is not enough drop as the lake 1eve1 and street level are only at an 18° difference. ��� 2/6/67 The property owners said they were willing to be assessed for a good street, but the City Engineer said that even a good street would not solve their problem. The City Engineer explained how a 6 or 8 inch swale would be spread out 4 or 5 feet, and drew a diagram for the owners. Councilman Sheridan said that this had been included in the street hearing for 1966. The City Engineer said that the hearing had been held and the improvement ordered, �ut this had been deleted, as the drainage would have to be taken care of first. � Councilman Harris said that it seems this cannot be solved tonight, and that he would be willing to go over with Councilman Sheridan and acquaint himself with the area. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to table this item until the next Council Meeting. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt Resolution -0�19-1967, and that copies be sent to the Citizens Committee, Columbia Heights School District ��13, and the Minnesota Highway Department. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. A representative of the Summit Manor Committee thanked the Council for passing the Resolution, and thanked especially Mayor Kirkham, Councilman Samuelson, and Councilman Liebl for attending the meeting. LICENSES° Mr, Lloyd W. Mi11er appeared before the Council requesting licenses for a , business that he would like to start in Fridley. He was requesting a Cafe License, Cigarette License On-Sale/Off-Sale Zicense, and Tavern License for his business which he designed and built himself named, COMPIITERIZED GOLF CENTER, INC. Councilman Samuelson said that his only question would be on the On-Sa1e( Off-Sale License. Mr. Mi11er said that beer and golf go together. Mayor Kirkham asked if this would be strictly for adults. Mr. Miller said that there would be people under 18, but it would be no different than a regular golf course wich beer on the lunch counter. Mayoz Kirkham pointed out it would be in one room rather than on a course, and asked if there would be any separation between the bar and center. Mr. M�ller said he preferred to have it at the lunch counter. Councilman Sheridan asked him if he was still interested without the on-off license. Mr. Mi11er said that this would be a determining factor on whether he looked somewhere elese if he could not get beer. Mr. Miller said he was not familiar with what each community has, and asked if he had a beer license, could teenagers come in and go1f. He pointed out they take beer to the lanes at howling alleys. Councilman Harris said that the Council could not act on this this evening as the past precedent has been to refer On Sale Licenses to the Police Department. MOTION by Councilman Harris to table this request and refer the request for an "On Sale-Off Sale" License and Tavern License to the Police Department � for checking. The motion was seconded and upon a voice vote, there being no nays, the motion carried. Mayor Kirkham said that two additional General Contractors licenses have come in, Weco, Inc., and Kraus-Anderson of Minneapolis, Inc. MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve the following licenses: GENERAL CONTRACTOR Weco, Inc. 6921 Logan Aoenue North Brooklyn Center, Minnesota GENERAL CONTRACTORS I,ICENSES (CQNTINUED) Kraus-Anderson of Minneapolis, Inc. 501 South 8th Street Minneapolis, Minnesota CAFE LICENSES• ARA Services of Minnesota � (Holiday Village North) 250 - 57th Avenue N. E. Fridley, Minnesota � Computerized Golf Center, Inc. Shorewood Plaza Rridley, Minnesota CIGARETTE LICENSE: &ill's Superior "A00" 7315 Highway �k65 Fridley, Minnesota Computerized Golf Center, Inc. Shorewood P1aza Fridley, Minnesota SERVICE STATION LTCENSE: '��� 2/6/67 by: Mr. Sol Nash by: Mi. Lloyd W. Mil�er by: Mr, Hubert G. Williams Uy: Mr. Lloyd W. Miller s�ii�s Superior ��aoo�� 7315 Highway ��65 Fridley, Minnesota by: Mr. Kenneth D. Olson Superior "400" Oil Company lhe motion was seconded by Councilman Samuelsoa. Upon a voice vote, ehere being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. 0'SANNON - TAX FORFEIT FROPERTY; Mr. Mike 0'Bannon was present at the Council Meeting and brought the Council's attention to some tax forfeit property on Rice Creek on the east side of Old Central. He said there are about 9 acxes, with taxes of about $2,200, which he thought the City would be interested in for Parks. The Council studied a map of the area, They discussed an easement on the property which prevents it from being landlocked, the possibility of needing dams along the creek when additional water flows into the Creek from other communities, the fact that the land wi11 have more value as a park than as flood control, and the possibility of other ownezs ia the area being interested in selling. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to pursue the development of the Fontaine property on 01d Central by procuring an option agreement on the land at the present time, not to exceed $500 an acre, for recreational purposes. Seconded 6y Councilman Sheridan, Ugon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. INVESTIGATION OF RECENT ACCIDENTS IN FRIDLEY: Councilman Liebl said he had asked the Police Commission and the Chief of � Police to come to the meeting, and he would like to discuss some problems that concern the Council, the Citizens of Fridley, and the Chief of Police who is running the largest department in Fridley. He said that concern has been indicated about the high increase in the fatal accidents in our City despite more police cars, more men and a Police Budget of about ^�210,000. He fe1C the people are entitled not only to the best police protection, but also the best law enforcement when the public safety demands it. MOTION by Councilman Liebl to auChonize the Police Commission to investigate the cause of recent fatal accidents in our City, and ask Chief A1cCarthy to cooperate with them and make all records available to them. � � � 2/6/67 Councilman Lieb1 said he would like the Police Commission to investigate on the basis of: 1. What can and should be done to prevent the heavy traffic fatalities� 2. Does the City Police Department adequately enforce the traffic 1aws� 3. I would like to ask the Police Commission to make a recommendation to the Council on what can be done to prevent future occurrences and secure safety, especially for the pedestrians in our communrty. Councilman Liebl said he would like to ask the Commission and Chief McCarthy to also investigate speeding, particularly on East River Road and Central Avenue. Mayor IZirkham said that he appreciated Councilman Liebl's concern and he � recognized the problem, but he wondered if the Police Commission was the body to undertake this study as they were a Civil Service Commission. The City Attorney said that this was not a dutq set forth as an official function, but that if the Council wanted to designate them, they could do it. Mayor Kirkham asked if rt would be illegal to do so. The City Attorney said that it would not be. Mayor Kirkham said that if the Police Con¢nission were willing to do this, it would be a11 right to go ahead with the motion, Mr. Johnston asked Councilman Liebl if there would be any time limit, Councilman Lieb1 said he would not ask for a time limit, he would just like to be able to go back to the people and tell them something is being done. Councilman Harris said that in 1962 or 1963 the Streets and Utilities Sub- committee appointed themselves to study the East River Road problem, but it had not gone any further until a few weeks ago when there was a discussion with the County Engineer, Jake Lundheim. Councilman Harris said he thought the problems were created by a two-fold situation - the traffic accident rate, and the lack of the right type of intersections and signalization, He said that we do have one group studying this problem to eliminate some of the traffic hazards. Chief McCarthy �aid he thinks everyone's agreed that engineering is the big hazard on East River Road, and he cannot see where a police agency has anything to do with engineering. Councilman Harris said that as long , as we have one group looking into this, he wondered if it was necessar� to have two. Chief McCarthy said that he has made some recommendations on East River Road, as far as engineering is concerned, in conversation with Councilman Samixelson. IIe said that in twelve years he could not remember a pedestrian being killed there, and he cannot feel there is a serious pedestrian problem on East River Road. Councilman Samuelson said that East River Road is important, but he also remembers when he and Chief McCarthy were discussing traffic, the Chief's concern was not only the ma�or thoroughfares, such as East River Road, University, Central and I. 694, but the internal accidents which Council- man Samuelson felt were a serious thing. Councilman Samuelsoa asked Chief McCarthy if he felt that tougher �urisdiction, increased �urisdiction enforcement being more active, or using more radar would alleviate the situation. Chief McCarthy said it was a case of too few men covering toq many miles, and they cannot be everywhere at the same time. He said they study on the spot maps where the most accidents are occurring, the time of day or night that they are happening, and this is where the cars are put at that particular time. Councilman Samuelson said that perhaps the overall enforcement program should be more strLngent. He said that using the radar on 7th Street did wonders. Chief McCarthy pointed out that they cannot use radar on ice. Councilman Harris said he appreciated the willingness of the Police Co¢tmission to serve, but that he did not feel �ustified in asking them to do what another � group was doing, as basically they would be studying the traffic problem, which is the safety problem on East River Road. He suggested the two groups could sit down together to see what the County proposals will be. Dr. Williams of the Police Commission asked what roll the Safety Committee would play in this. Mayor Izirkham said that some of the Council feels there is no Safety Committee. Councilman Lieb1 said he did not feel that this was a safety problem, but a problem of how to use the force. He said that there are 22 men available and they should be used more effectively. Councilman Liebl asked Chief McCarthy how the morale of the Department was, and if they � 297 2/6/67 were willing to cooperate. Chief McCarthy said yes they were. CouncLlman Liebl asked how often they are sent to school. Chief McCarthy said there are three men going to school presently, and every new man who has been hired has gone to school. Councilman Liebl said that the Police Department has five cars and he would like to see these cars used. Chief McCarthy said that every car is being used. Councilmaa LZeb1 said that the Police Department has moxe men, but the service has not increased in the past 10 years. Ch�ef McCarthy said that when he started here there were 1,200 people and today thexe are 27,000 people, which demands much more service, and the Police Department must take house ca11s, and other ca11s besides paCrolling. Councilman Liebl said he thought the residential areas should be patrolled more than they are. Chief McCarthy said he was sure ou�� citizens get as much residential patrol as any other City in Minnesota and perhaps more. He said that other cities are also having trouble with house breakins, increased traffic, and our residential areas have grown but they are sti11 patrolled every night. The City Manager said that the implication is that none of us are aware of these problems and that we are doing nothing about them He said that no matter what was done additionally, none of the fatal accidents could have been prevented. He said that our police do patrol, do issue tickets and do put out radar, but there are always prohlems you �ust cannot prevent. It would be imposs�ble to prevent a11 accidents. Mayor Kirkham said he did not believe Councilman Liebl had been making any Lnferences, he was �ust asking questions on what is being done in different areas. Mayor Kirkham said that if the Gouncil was going to pursue this further, there �Uaul.d be a meeting between the Commission, the Chief and the Council as this is not on the agenda and is becoming more involved, Councilman Liebl said he was not trying to grind the ax for anyone, but was trying to do a service for the people, and he would like this looked into as he did not feel a discussion with P1r. Lundheim would do any good whatsoever. Councilman Sheridan said he would second the motion for discussion. He said that he did not feel this should be the function of the Po1ice Commission. 1 If they willingly accepted this it would be fine, Uut the Police Commission is a Civil Service Commission to set up specifications for applicants for the department. Mayor Kirkham sald that if they were willing to act as a citizen's committee in making this study, they were certainly qualified to serve in th�s capacity. The members of the Commission were asked if they were willing to undertake this. Mr. Johnston said that they would, provided there was no time limit, Mayor K�rkham said he did not feel a time limit could be put on this as the Council would not be sure �ust what would be involved either. VOTE upon the motion was a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. RESOLIITION i�20-1967 - A RESOLUTION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR TWO POLICE CARS: MOTTON by Councilman Samuelson to adopt Resolution �k20-1967. Seconded by Gouncilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ASSESSMENTS ON PARCEL '100. PART OE LOT 8, AiTDITOR'S �k103, WHICH HAS BEEN REPLATTED AS FROID'S ADDITION: � MOTTON by Councilman Sheridan to adopt Resolution �k21-1967. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Izirkham declared the motion carried. RESOLUTION ik22-1967 - REGARDING THE ESTABZISHMENT OF A METROPOLITAN SEWER DISTRICT• MOTTON by Councilman Harris to adopt Aesolution 4k22-1967, Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. RESOLUTION ik23-1967 - REGARDING DETERMINATION OF STATE AID STREET ALLOTMENT: MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution ��23-1967. Seconded by 2 " � 2/6/67 Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried, RESOLUTION i�24-1967 - REGARDING SPECIAL ASSESSMENT OF REAL ESTATE OWNED BY CITIES OF THE FIAST CLASS; MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution ik24-1967. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. � OF PERA AND O.A.S.D.I.. AND There were two resolutions the Council looked at, and they chose the Resolution that approved coordination, and opposed setting no ceiling on payroll deductions. MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution �k25-1967. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. CLAIMS: MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve for payment General & Public Utilities Claims ik10944 through -0F11103, and Liquor Claims ;�765 through �F829. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ESTIMATES• Councilman Harris asked how much has been assessed on the sidewalks. Council- man Sheridan said that this would be certified this fall, and it wi11 be lower than the estimate. MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve for payment the following estimates D. M. Noyes Construction Company General Contractors 100 West Franklin Avenue Minneapolis, Minnesota Fridley�Civic Center Certificate No. 1(.Tanuary 26, 1967) for Period Inception to December 31, 1966 Certificate No. 2(January 31, 1967) for Period December 31, 1966 to January 30, 1967 Anoka County - Department of Highways Anoka, Minnesota Eina1 - City�s Share - Concrete Curb Gutter and Wa1k - Mississippi Street Street Pro�ect No. 1966-3 Sandstrom & Hafner, Inc. 749 Forest Dale Road St. Paul, Minnesota 55112 and Estimate i�5 - Water, Sanitary Sewer and Storm Sewer Improvement Pro�ect No. 79, according to Contract (Commerce Park, Swanstrom Court, etc.) Comstock & Davis, Inc. Consulting Enginers 1446 County Road "J" Minneapolis, Minnesota 55432 L�stimate �k12 - Water Improvement pro�ect No. 75-C Schedule 2 from January 2, 1967 through January 28, 1967 for the furnishing of resident inspection an resident supervision for the staking out of the construction work. $ 37,816.00 $ 20,276 00 $ 27,413.39 $ 7,014.09 $ 407.50 � LJ � � � � The motion was seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. RECESS: Mayor Kirkham declared a 5 minute recess COMMIJNICATIONS : (A) ANOKA COUNTY ITNION: ACCEPTANCE 2/6/67 The meeting reconvened at 12:10 A M. MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive and file the letter from the Anoka County Union, Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Rirkham declared the motion carried. (B) SMTTH: SIIIT FOR BOND PAYMENT MOTION by Councilman Samuel5on to receive and file the communication from Wyman Smith regarding the Bianconi settlement. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. (C) ANOKA COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT: DRAINAG� The City Manager said that the Highway Department would like a letter from Comstock & Davis in regard Co this situation. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to refer this letter to the Consulting Engineer for a response to the Anoka County Highway Department. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. (D) DISTRICT ��14: ARTHUR STREET The City Engineer said that this is one of the areas left in Fridley with no storm sewer, and the City has been waiting to do this, but the area has not been built up much and Che assessments are too high. There had been the possibility that HUD could have subsidized the City, but this has been turned down. He asked what direction the Council would like to take, put in mains and leave the laterals out, or put in a temporary main. It was suggested that this could be made part of the petition and sent out to see the response. Councilman Sheridan said that this would not be quite fair, as the area is only two blocks long and the storm sewer is covering four sections of 1and, so they cannot be tied together, Councilman Sheridan suggested the Engineering Department give the Council an estimate to 1ay the mai❑ in, and the assessment could be held for awhile until they see what is needed, The City Engineer said he could give an estimate for the two blocks on Arthur Street and an estimate on a temporary street, MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to request that the City Engineer figure out an estimate of cost for two blocks on Arthur Street. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voa.ce vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. (E) MAPLEW00➢ VILT,AGE; CQNVENTION MOTION by Councilman Haxris to receive and file the communication from Maplewood Village. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. (F) FRIDLEY HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITS': CLOSING OF BOOKS MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to receive the Housing and Redevelopment Authority Meeting Minutes of November 25, 1966 and the Minutes of Sanuary 29, 1967 closxng out the Authority. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voxce vote, theie being no nays, Mayor Iiirkham declared the motion carYied, MOTION by Councilman Sheridan receiving the letters and accepting the � o � 2/6/67 resignations of the Members of the Board Richard Herder, John Meyer, Paul Barrow, and Reverend Kendall, and that the Administration send them a letter of thanks for doing the �ob. The motion was seconded, and upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkhaim declared the motion carried. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson that the Housing and Redevelopment Authority be requested to give the Council a final account, Seconded by Councilman Harxis. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. (G) TOTZKE: REQUEST FOR ALLEY PLOWING Councilman Samuelson asked the City �ngineer how many alleys we had in Fridley. The City Engineer said that we had a couple of dozen. There are quite a few in Plymouth Addition and on the east side of Hamilton's Addltion to Mechanicsville. The City Manager said that the City has not plowed the alleys for years. He said it was the policy when he came that any undersized streets, unimproved areas, or a17.eys would not be plowed. They might have been plowed once in two years if the snow was very deep, but they would have to take last choice. Councilman Sheridan asked if the City had the equipment to do this. The City Engineer said we have a grader and our "V" plow is fairly large, the problem is there is nowhere to push the snow. Councilman Sheridan said that, as the City does not maintain the alleys, we would be taking a chance ruining our plows on the frozen ground. Councilman Samuelson said perhaps they could be done on the Fire Marshal`s request, after all the othex streets are done and if the crew and equipment are available. Councilman Liebl said that the 8 people who signed the _ petition should have the courtesy of an answer telling them of the policy of the Administration in the past. MOTION by Councilman Harris that the Administrat2on inform the people that the City does not have the equipment to plow alleys, but if it is made available in the future, this could Ue considered again. Seconded by Councilman Lieb1. IIpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. MUNICIPAL LEAGUE: LEGISLATIVE MEETING MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive and file the communication from the League of Minnesota Municipalities. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. (I) MINNESOTA HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT: BID ON TRAFFIC SIGNALS MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to approve the bid and the City's additional cost. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY: NEWS RELEASE MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive and file the communication from the Suburban Rate Authority. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. IIpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. B-E-B COMMITTEE MEETING: Mayor IZirkham drew the Council's attention to a meeting of the B�E-B Committee to be held February 9, 1967. MEMORANDIIM RE: 1WIN CITY SUBURBAN TAXI COMPANY Mayor Kirkham read a memorandum he had received from the Chief of Police regarding a call he had received about the possibility that the ltain City Suburban Taxi Company`s insurance had been cancelled. IytOTIOIQ by Councilman Samuelson to direct the Administration to check on whether the Company's insurance is in force. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. 1- � � REGULAR MEETING, FEBRUARY 6, 1967 OMAN HOUSE: The City Manager said that Mr. Oman had at one time told him he was interested in this house, and the City Manager had told him to make � a bid, but he has not done this. The Council discussed whether they should get an appraisal first, or ask for bids first, and whether there should he a stipulation that the house cannot be moved to another location in Fridley. MOTION by Councilman Shexidan to direct the Administration to advertise for bids for the sale of the Oman house to be moved outside of Pridley. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, %�*-', Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. OVERTIME PAY FOR TORNADO WORK: The Council discussed what they should do about overtime work some City employees did during the tornado. Councilman Samuelson suggested that a list be prepared on what work was done, and the hours spent, and have it on the agenda at the next regular maeting. The City Maaager said that he wi11 do this. POLICE DEPARTMENT SCHEDULE: Mayor Kirkham said he would like to review the Police pay schedule, He said that his understanding of the 6% raise they were to get was that the 6% raise would be given on top of the 1966 scale, and in addition, any step raises the men had coming would be added on top of this, but the schedule posted by the Chief of Police does not match up with this. The � City Manager said that the Chief of Police had posted this schedule and had also given it to the three man committee representing the Police with the police Coimnission and Council, and gotten their approval as the schedule that was acceptable to the Police Department for 1967. The City Manager said that with this schedule they all receive 6% or better. He said that some of them might prefer a step plus 6%, but the practice has always been to give the increase to the top step and drop the first step off. The City Manager said they thought the schedule was satisfactory to the men and indicated more than a 6% raise, Lt was in effect two steps except in the top step where there was nowhere to go and they got the flat 6%. Mayor Kirkham said that he had followed this up to find out if they had received their 6% raise, and he learned that they had not, and there seemed to be a misunderstanding. The City Manager said that there was a misunderstanding, and it can be ad�usted any way the Council wishes. The Mayor said that the raise was to be 6% for all the men, and had nothing to do with steps, If they had step raises coming, thLS would be in addi- tion to the 6%. As it is set up now, the senior man got his 6%, but the 2 year man is short $9, the 1 year is short $8, and 6 months is short $15. The City Manager said that if the Council wants it to be a regular step plus 6%, the o1d schedule wi11 have to be kept, but he had thought the Council had wanted the steps moved up. � Councilman Harris said that without facts and figures before the Council, it was difficult to compare the schedules, and suggested they meet with the City Manager on this. The City Manager said [hat he and the Chief of Police will make up a chart, and anything the Council wants them to do, they will be glad to do. Mayor Kirkham said that this item wi11 be continued. %;** Correction made as per Council Minutes of February 20, 1967. REGULAR MEETING, FEBRUARY 6, 1967 HARRIS - ICE ARENA: Councilman Harris said that he has been acting as liason on the Ice Arena, and last Wednesday, he, A1 Kordiak, Harvey Peterson, and Paul Brown had made a trip to view Braemar Arena. He said that there is a bi11 prepared to send to the legislature to use the proceeds to operate the facility. He said that the County Commissioners have requested that Eridley provide some sites, and a formal letter Ls being prepared by Robert Hughes for the Council to pass on to the County Co�nissioners. FOLLOWING AGENDA: Councilman Harris said that during the past year, the Council has been operating under the premise that nothing is brought up to the Council other than things that are approved at the Council table as a discussion 6etween the mero6ers, and that is why the item of "Agenda Adoption" was put on the agenda. He said that in fairness to the members of the Council, people should not be invited to discuss things unless the members of the Council are aware of it. ADJOUANMENT: There being no further business, Mayor Kirkham declared the Regular Council Meeting of February 6, 1967 ad�ourned at 12:44 A.M. Respectfully submitted, , ` , ; ��_ z �/ ,., �- a� '���r,,��, � Mary Lu Strom Secretary to the Council � �' � %/ % ,�_ �,� ����� G. �,ti z���� ��, � / / MAYOR - JACK 0. KIRKHAM f,� � THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 13, 1967 The Special Meeting of- the Fridley City Council was called to order by Mayor Pro Tem Harris at 8:03 P,M, ROLL CALL. MEMBERS PRESENT. Harris, Sheridan, Samuelson, Liebl MEMBERS ABSENT: Kirkham PUBLIC HEARING ON REZONING REQUEST ZOA #F67-02, CHET HERRINGER (TARGET STORE): The City Manager read the Notice of Hearing. Mayor Pro Tem Harris stated that, in order to conduct the Hearing in the best possible manner, first the people in favor of the rezoning could stand, give their name and address, and state their reasons, then those people against the rezoning could speak. He explained that the Council will not make a determination at the close of the hearing, but any action to be taken will be done at the next regular Council Meeting of February 20, 1967. He suggested they start the hearing by hearing from the representatives of Target Stores. Mr. Jerry Herringer said that he and his father were petitioners for the rezoning with the St. Anthony Village Shopping Center, Inc. He said that Mr. Max Saliterman was represented this evening by Mr, James Hoben and Mr. Jaines Dorsey of James P. Hoben and Associates, Real Estate. He introduced J