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04/17/1967 - 00020972� THG MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF APRII. 17, 1967 The Regular Council bleeting of the City of Fridley was called to order by Mayor Kirkham at 8:03 P.M. OPENING CEREMONY: Mayor Kixkham asked that the audience stand and �oin in saying the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. RDLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Kirkham, Harris, Sheridan, Samuelson, Liebl MEMBERS ABSENT: None APPROVAL OF MINUTES, REGUI�t�R COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 3, 1967: MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to adopt the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of Apri1 3, 1967 as submitted, Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. APPROVAL OF MINUTES, SPECIAL PUBLIC HEARING NLETING, APRIL 10� 1967: � MOTION hp Councilman Harris to adopt the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of AprL1 10, 1967 as submitted. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ADOPTION OF AGENDA: Councilman Samuelson said he would like to insert two items into the agenda: Under COMMUNICATIONS, he would like to insert a communication from the Fridley Little League, and under OLD BUSINESS, a report on City Ha11. MOTION by Councilman Llebl to adopt the Agenda as amended. Seconded by Council- man Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. PUBLIC HEARING O�V STREET IMPROVE�NT PROJECT ST. 1967-1 (ADDENDUM �kl): The Citq Manager read the Notice of Hearing. Mayor Kirkham asked if there wzre any members of the audience that had any questions on this improv�;ment. Mrs. Swanson said that she lives in Minneapolis, but owns the praperty at the end of Hugo Street. She said she would like to know exactly w�exe the zast end of Hugo Street is. The Finance Director said that Hugo Street goes from � East River Road as far east as it is platted. Mrs. Swanson said that cars are going right across her property, and it has been snowplowed in the winter. The City Engineer said there would be two possibilities for this street, either a turnaround or a 1oop. He said that two years ago when the Ironton Industrial Plat had been before the Planning Commission, they had asked the o�aner how they wanted this property served. The City L�ngineer said they could stop the REGIILAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 PAGE 2 road until it was resolved or the petitioner could provide property for a cul-de-sac to serve this property, The Planning Commission felt that Ashton would be an industrial road, and they did not advise that Hugo connect to Ashton. Councilman Sheridan asked if there would be any problems ' with a cul-de-sac. The City Engineer said that the City does not have the property at the present time, and they would have to get the property from the owner of Parcel 1280. Councilman Samuelson asked if they showed a willingness to dedicate the property. The City Engineer said that no6ody had contacted the Planning Commission, although they had been advised to get together, but the petitioner has not come back. The Engiaeer asked Mrs. Swanson how she felt about a cul-de-sac. She said it would depend on how the City let her plat her property afterwards. Mr. Robert Venae, 200 Hugo Street, Lot 41, said he would like to have a turnaround, or a 3zadend, rather than the street going through to Ashton. Mr. Ronald Zaczkowski, 314 Hugo Street, s3id he preferred a turnaround or deadend street. Mrs. Swanson asked, in case of a cul-de-sac, what would she be left wrth to plat. She came to the Council table and studied the map with the Council. The Co;ancil discussed the ways the lots could be sp1rt, and the possibility of getting six lots. Councilman Samuelson pointed out that she could deed the land to the City and the City could �evelop tt for her. Councilman Liebl said that_ it would be advantageous to her to give the City property to pu� in a cul-de-sac. She would end up with six lots and the neighbors would be satisfied. A visitor to the Council Meeting as!ced how many property owners would be involve3 �n the cost of the cul-3e-sac. CounciLnan Sam•.ielson said that it � wou3d b� assessed over the whole street. Another visitor asked if the postoffice would come in and deliver�mail with a cul-de-sac. Mayor Kirkham said that they do on other similar streets. The Council agreed to have the engineer show the best value as far as the lots are concerned for this party. There being no further questions, Mayor Kirkham declared the Public Hearing on Street Pro�ect 1967-1 (Addendum ��l) closed at 8:24 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING ON STRCET IMPAOVEM�NT PROJCCT ST. 1967-1 (ADDENDUM 2): The City Manager read the Notice of Hearing. Mayor Kirkham explained that this was two pro�ects in one, the streets and the necessary storm sewer which must be completed be%ore the street can be put in. The City Engineer pointed out on a map that Liberty would be paved from East River Aoad to Ruth Street, and Ruth Street north to the existing pavement, He explained that there were three possibilities for installing the storm sewer. One would be to put in the minimum storm sewer to pave the street. Another would be to put in a storm sewer to 79th Avenue which would take up a11 the problem areas, and L-he third way would be to do the whole system which will be needed to serve the industry east of Ashton Avenue. He said that the cost is $1.50 per hundred square feet for the minimum, $2.69 to go to 79th Avenue, and $3.96 for the whole storm sewer system. Mayor Kirkham asked for a show of hands of the people present interested in this pro�ect. There were about 9 people present interested in it. Mr. Harry Schroeder, 866 Ruth Street, said that they have been trying to get , this pro�ect through for some time, and he thought it could be set up with the possibility of deferring some areas if the residents did not want rt, but the Ruth Street residents were interested in getting it done this year. The City Engineer said that it would depend upon how fast the storm sewer can be REGULAR COIINCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 PAGE 3 installed. He said that the storm sewer definitely would be put in this year, and they would hope to get the street done a1so. Mr. Schroeder asked if that leg of Ruth Street could be installed first. The City Engineer said that � if the pro�ect is ordered, it takes time to draw the plans and calls for bids, but the� will try hard to get it done. Counca�lman Harris pointed out thaC this has been drawn up as three separate proposals, and even though the smallest area may be the cheapest choice, the whole area will have to be done in the future, and it wi11 be higher in cost as costs continue to go up. Councilman Liebl pointed out that the difference between the minimum construction and the proper construction was a little more than a dollar a hundred squaxe feet. He said he would like to know iE the people preferred the proper installation or the minimum installation. Councilman Samuelson said that to do the complete installation would include the laterals, the minimum would be basically the trunk. Mayor Kirkham asked fox a show of hands. There were approximately seven people in favor of putting in the complete pro�ect. No one raised their hands favoring putting in the minimum. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to close the Public I3earing on Improvement ST. 1967-1 (Addendum 2). Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upoa a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the hearing closed at 8:36 P.M. PUBLIC HEAAING ON WATEA, SANITARY SEWER, ANll STOAM SEWER PROJECT �k84 �ADDENDUM �k1) : The City Manager read the Notice of Hearing. Mayor Kirkham asked if there � was any�ne in the audience in opposition or �n favor of the pro�ect. No one answered. The City Engineer pointed out that he had had a ca11 from Mr. Glover who owns property within the pro�ect, He called to say he was not against the pro�ect, but he does not want the City to dump �aater irom north of 53rd Avenue into Sullivan Lake. MOTION by Councilman Harris to close the Public I3earing on Improvement SS&SW �k84 (Addendum �kl). Seconded by Council�;�an Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being c�o nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the Public Hearing closed at 8;40 P.M. RECESS: Mayor Kirkham declared a recess at 8;40 P.M. The meeting was reconvened at 8:54 P.M. PLANNER SPECIFICATIONS (TABLED 4/3/67); Councilman Harris said,that at the last Council Meeting, the City Manager had furnished criteria on tlie educational and experience requirements for the City Planner, and Councilman Harris had indicated that he would come back with comments and additional specifications. He handed the information out to the Council for suggestions, criticism, or changes. He also handed out a paper from a professional communication which listed planners salar;.es Eor cit�.es under 25,000 population. He said he had been in contact with the planner from � Golden Va11ey, and he indicated 'ne thought Chey could get a planner in the range of $9,D00 to $11,000. FIe asked that the Council offer any changes or additions, possibly at the next meeting, so that when they do interview applicants, they wi11 have a criteria set up. He asked Councilman Sheridan if he had had a chance to talk to any of the planners from surrouading communities. Councilman Sheridan said that he had not, but Lhat he would before REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 PAGE 4 the next meeting. Councilman Harris requested that this item be back on the agenda at the next meeting, , MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive the communication on planner ' specifications from Councilman Harris, and that it be back on the agenda at the next regular Council Meeting. Seconded by Councilman Harris, Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ORDINANCE �F362 TO AMEND THE CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA BY NIAKING A CHANGE IN ZONING DISTRI�TS - REZONING R-1, R-2, C-2, TO M-2 - B01SE CASCADF PROPERTY:- MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Drdinance �k362 upon second reading, waiving the reading, and publish. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a ro11 ca11 vote, Kirkham, Leib1, Harris, Samuelson, Sheridan voting aye; nays, none, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. REPORT ON CITY HALL_ SAM[TLLSON: Couacilman Samuelson sa7d that the Council has been talking about the working areas for the Fire Department aad Police Department, and as a Council they have to make a decision. He laid out the plans and explained that the bids had been $5,370 for the lower level tunnel, and if the entire corridor was built, the bid is $17,500. He said the concept is up to the Council on how to attain the facilities for the cheapest dollar. He explained that the $17,500 bid stopped at the corner and additional remodeling would be necessary downstairs for the Police Department, and on the upstairs level for the dispatcher. He said that the remodeling of the lower 1eve1 of this building would be extremely expensive and he doubted whether the results ' would be beneficial as the police would be on a two level operation, and a 1ot of money would be spent on what would amount to a hinderance in a flowing operation. He requested that the Council look into the feasibility of the Police Department being situated in the new building, then the connection would not have to be completed, and the money could be spent on the police facility in the new City Hall. Councilman Harris said that at first glance it sounded reasonable to him, as the corridor does not provide working space. Councilman Samuelson said that he contacted Mrs. Hughes from the Library Board, and their feeling was that the Council had been more than generous in the 2,200 feet they had been allotted in the new building. She had said that the library will come to City Hall if space is provided, but they will come with a certain degree of reservation as their tour at Holiday has been satisfactory and the library wi11 be harder to get at in the basement. Councilman Samuelson said he had talked to Chief McCarthy, Chief Hughes, and Chief Aldrich and they think this facility can be gotten for the,cheapest dollar, and Councilman Samuelson felt that direction should be given to the architect. The City Manager said that beyond the potential for saving money, he would like to point out that he does not feel the split level idea hurt the efficiency, as it separated those not in trouble (those requesting licenses, etc.) from those that might be in trouble, plus it provided a place for such things as changing shifts. He said that the space allotted in the o1d building was between 4,000 and 4,500 square feet, and in the new building, the space would be approximately 2,100 square feet, and had been planned as future ' expansion in case office space had been underestimated. Councilman Harris asked Chief McCarthy if he thought the square footage would be ade��,uate. Chief McCarthy said that rt would depend upon which area would be available. They discussed possible space, plumbing facilities, locker , � � REGIILAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 PAGE 5 room space and cells. Mayor Kirkham pointed out- that oa top of the $17,500 they would save from the corridor, the furnace would not have to be moved in the lower 1eve1 of this building. Councilman Harris suggested that a meeting be set up'with the architect, the Chief of Police, and the City Manager to discuss in detail the cost and what they would be getting for the $17,5D0. Councilman Liebl asked Chief McCarthy if he felt the area would be adequate for the next ten years as someday there will be 30 or 35 police- men on the force. Chief McCarthy said it would depend upon which space he was referring to. Councilman Liebl said in this o1d building. Chief McCarthy said that with remodeling he thought the 4200 square Eeet would be ample. MOTION by Councilman Harris that the City Nlanager set up a meeting with thE architect as soon as possible. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Ilirkham declared the motion carried. RIDS - SS&SWiF84 (OPENED NOON, APRIL 17 1967 : The Gity Manager read the following bids: PLANHOLDER Northesn Contracting Co. Box 272 Hopkins, Minn. 55344 Nodland Construction Co„ 1nc. Alexandria, Minn., 56308 Peter Lametti Constr. Co. 615 Drake Street St, paul Minn., 55102 McDonald & Associat�s,Inc. 211 North Pascal Ave. St. Paul, Minn., 55104 Erwin Montgomery Const, Co 2160 W. Co. Rd. D St, Pau1, Minn., 55112 C.S. McCrossan, Inc. P.O. Eox 336 Osseo, Minn., 55369 F. D. Chapman Const. Co. 1017 Rhode Island No. Minneapolis, Minn., 55427 BID SUR�TY Transamexican Ins, 5% Transamerica In� 5% Seaboard Surety 5% Seaboard Surety 5% Ohio Farmers In. S% Great Am. Ins. Co 5% Glen Falls Ins 5% LUMP SUM HI➢ COMP. &ASE BID �kl BASE BID �k2 TIME $175,000.00 $168,000.00 As Spec. $164,007.20 $164,007.20 300 Cal days $163,235.04 5159,493.04 As spec. No Bid $207,733 45 As Spec $149,022.50 $148,722.50 As Spec $127,433.10 $127,433.10 9D Days $159,428.65 $159,028.65 As Spec. The Consulting Ectgineer said that the low bid in the amount of $127,433.10 was $2,062 lower than the estimated amount, and it would be their recommendation to award the bid to C. 5. McCrossan, Inc., on behalf of Base Bid ��2, under which �-he City can find two difficult spots agreeable with the City and the contractor, and use an alternate plastic pipe to give it a good test. Councilman Samuelson asked if the Engineer thought it was wise to put the plastic pipe in the worst spots. Mr. Comstock said that they would like to give it a good test, and the new material has been tried in the Metropolitan area. Councilman Samuelson asked if there would be a reduction in �ost using the plastic. Mr. Comstock said that different bidders had looked ar the material in different ways, and CGUNCIL, APRIL 17, 1967 PAGE 6 there was quite a difference in bidding. Mr. Comstock explained that Base Bid ��1 is the same quality that the City has been using, and the low bidder had bid the same amount using plastic and he wi11 sti11 have to meet the same standards. Councilman Liebl asked if there has been any difficulty � with the pipes they have been using in the past and if they have been las�ing. Mr. Comstock said they have not had any difficulty, MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to award the bid for SS&SW4�84 to C. S. McCrossan, Inc., P.O. Box 336, Osseo, Minnesota, 55369, in the amount of $127,433.10, giving the City Engineer and the Consulting Engineex the aption to install 1200 feet (more or less) plastic pipe at their discretion under Base Bid ��2. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Councilman Sheridan asked if this pro�ect included Cheri Lane, and if they are thinking of using this new type pipe, Mr. Comstock said that that could be one of the locations, and there was another one on Baker. CouncLlman Sheridan asked if this pipe came in loager lengths so there would be less �oints. Mr. Comstock said this �as correct, that they are in 16� and 20' lengths,- Councilman Harris asked if this �,ro u1d give the City a break on the cost estimate on Cheri Lane. Mr. Comstock said that the actual contract is based on the low bid, Councilman Harris asked if it wi11 be raised from where the pipe is now, and Mr. Comstock said that it would be. Mr. John Johnston, a visitor to the Council Meeting, said he had been in the pipe business, and would like to comment on the plastic pipe. He said that there are qu�te a few pipes in general use from cXay to abestos, and it is very competitive. He said that there is only one manufacturer of plastic pipe, and he felt personally that it has not been tested enough. Mr. Johnston said he would be very adverse to using this pipe unless their was a great , reduction in price to the taxpayer. Mayor Kirkham asked if some arrangement could be made with the manufacturer in case it did have to be dug up. Mr. Comstock said that if there is any doubt he would suggest they do not use it at this time. Councilman Liebl said he would hate to have a breakage and have to dig up the storm sewer or the street. He said it should be done according to code, and not take the chance of digging it ixp. He said that sometimes the lowest bid is not the best, and that they should put in quality pipe. Mr. Comstock said that this is why he wanted this settled by the Council this evening, but left up to the discretion of the City Engineer and himself to do some more checking, and they would be interested in hearing anything anyone had to say about where they should install it or if they should install it at all. VOTE upon che motion was a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. SIIILDING STANDARDS - DESIGN CONTROL SUECOMMITTEE MEETING MINIITES, APRIL 3, 1967: NORTHLAST (LOTS 14, 15, AND G PERMIT TO MOVE A HOUSE FROM Z3U - 8_ CITY VIEW ADDITION) TO 475 - 57T 2 EJEST LAKE STREET The City Manager read the motion by the Board to approve the moving permit � sub�ect to provisions noted in their minutes. Mayor Kirkham said that this is another step in the Erickson pro�ect, and so far he feels it is an addition to the area. Councilman Sheridan pointed out that the Council had reques�ted that they sod the lawn in a previous permit. The City Engineer mentioned that they should also require blacktopping of the driveway. Mayar Kirkham agreed ihat t�ese items should be included in the requirements. REGUI�AR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 PAGE 7 MOTION by Councilman Harris to concur with the Building Standards-Design Control Committee to approve the moving permit with the added requirements of sodding the entire yard and blacktopping the drrveway. Seconde� by ' Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. 2_ CONSTDERAT20N OF RE07�ST TO BIIILD A MORTUARY AT 6210 HIGHWAY ��65 1� 1�\ FiINERAL The City Manager read the motion of the Board to approve the building as presented. He said that the Board felt the layout was satisfactory if the variances were granted by the Board of Appeal_s which was meeting Apri1 26, 1967. He said that the Council could either act on it this evening or wait until they have the recommendation from the Board of Appeals. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to table this item until the Council has receLVed the Board of Appeals reparL. Councilman Sheridan said he was not happy with the variances they were asking for and he did not think the Board of Appeals would be either. The City Engineer reviewed the variances they were requesting regarding parking spaces, planting strip and the setbacks. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harris and upon a voice vote, there being no nays, the Motion carried. 3. CONSIDERATION OF CONSTRUCTION OF A SANCTUARY TO AN EXIS'"ING STP.UC AT 472 OSSORNE ROA➢ NORTHEAST (LOT 2. BLOCR L OSRORNC MANOR 2ND ADDI FRIDLEY � The City Maaager reviewed the action by the Building Board for the Council. The contractor for the Assembly of God Church was present and said that the architectural plans are not complete, nor are the mechanic plans, but he had partial architect plans to show what they will have. The Council studied the plans. The Council and the contractor discussed an easement for a roadway, the landscaping and drainage. The Council told the contractor that there should be a site preparation plan showing how the building wi11 be situated on the property and the position of the existing structure, with all measurements, and they should also show the landscaping and parking, as this will become patt of the building permit. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to concur with the Building Standards - Design Control Committee upon completion of their plan submission, sub�ect to the approval of the Building Standards - Design Control Committee, and ask that they take a closer look on the east wall o£ the existing facility. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. 4 UNIVERSITY AVENUE ST BY MOON The City Manager read the motion of the Bullding Standards - Design Control Committee to approve the apartment building sub�ect to the final landscape � plans being submitted, The City Engineer said that the land requirements have been checked, but there is a question of access to the school property and to the island. He said that it has been set up so that there is an easement of about 30 feet, and they will also provide a 25 foot easement along the side of the school property, The City Engineer said that this property is to the north of Charles Street, and pointed it out on the map, SPECIAL CDiTNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 PAGE 8� He said the school was going to dedicate the property for the right-of-way, but they were not willing to have any assessments on the property as it did not serve their property. The Council discussed whether the school was planning to have a road that would run to the river. The Council discussed ' a cul-de-sac on the property. Mr. Julkowski agreed to dedicate the property for a cul-de-sac. MOTION by Councilman Harris to concur wrth the Building Standards-Design Control Subcommittee on the apartment building requested by Moon Corporation. Seconded by Councilman Lieb L Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. 5. CONSIDERATION OI' USE OF TRUSS ROOF CONSTRUCTION: The City Manager read the motion of the Building Standards - Design Control Sub-Committee approving the use of a truss wall system with special pro- visions. The City Manager said that the Council could either make a decision on this or refer it to the City Attorney for an ordinance. The representatives requesting the truss wall approval displayed a sample for the Council's consideration. Councilman Samuelson said he found this satisfactory, and the only question he had encountered had to do with ceiling sag, and he felt an ordinance would have to provide some protection against this. Councilman Liebl felt that any change in the ordinance should strengthen the ordinance. It was pointed out that some contractors liked the truss wa11, other do not, Some can find a savings using it, others do not. Councilman Samuelson pointed out that the ordinance at present would a11ow trusses if they were placed 16" O.C., and this would be hroadening our ordinance toward the national average. Mayor Izirkham said that if the ' ordinance can be written so that the consumer is protected against ceiling sag or other problems, He would be in favor of it. One of the representatives pointed out that with the truss system a house could be framed in one day with three men, which cannot Ue done with conventional framing. Mr. Car1 Paulson, a visitor to the Council Meeting, said that because of moisture in the attic and a wide span, he thought the sheetrock may sag. Mr. John Johnston, a visitor to the Council Meeting, said that his company has worked with two or three manufacturers of plates,and he has seen numerous tests comparing this truss with a nail truss using the same timber, and this truss is much stronger, the nails tend to split the wood, and there is a nicer fit. He said that plates have more holding power than nails. Mr. Tonco, a member of the Building Board said that there was no information they could get that would ir.dicate sag. He said that they could not say the truss wa11 xaas not good, so felt they had to present it to the Council. They discussed gluing rather than nailing, how the pitch of the roof would affect the amount of sag and studied the engineering diagram. Councilman Harris said he would choose to discuss this further with oth�r builders. One of the representatives said that it would depend more on research than on the opinions of the builders, as half of them like it and half do not. Mayor Kirkham said that an ordinance would have to be written to take care of the detriments. Councilman Samuelson pointed out that if the Council does accept trusses, they cannot �ust accept this syStem, but would have to allow trusses made by any plate manufacturers. Mr. Tonco said that , they had tried to point this out, and their motion stated that this particular truss wa11 system was acceptable. Councilman Samuelson said the Council will receive many other requests for approval of other trusses. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING, APRTL 17, 1967 PAGE 9 bI0TI0N by Councilman Lieb1 to table consideration of Truss Roof Construction until the next regular Council Meeting of May 1, 1967, and request that the Building Inspector, City Engineer and City Attorney look into this sy„tem , and come up with a suggested ordinance Lhat wi11 be an asset to the code by improving it. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. The representatiaes were told that the Council will consider an ordinance at the May lst meeting. PLANNING COPIMISSION MEETING MINUTES, APRIL 6, 1967: 1. LOT SPLIT �k65-14, H. M. NYGARD, PART OF LOT 14, AUDITOR'S SUbDIVI5I0N -0k129: The Gity Manager read the motion of the Planning Commission recommend�ng approval and said that this has been before the Planning Commission and the Council before. The City Engineer said th�t the ordinance requires that the lot width be 75 feet. Councilman Samuelson said that previously the Council has granted Mr. Nygard a three lot split with the prov�,ion that he sign an agreement that the 1ot on Central Avenue was not of adequate size for commercial development, but Mr. Nygard had never signed the agreement, This division o� the property, before the Council, is a two lot split rather than the three 1ot split. MOTION by Counc�lman Samuelson to grant Lot Split �k65-14 to H. M. Nygard based on 175 feet for the lot �acing Central Avenue and 75 feet £or the lot to the east, which wi11 meet the City of Pridley minimum standards on the sma11 lot. Seconded by Councilman Lieb L Upan a voice vote, there being � no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. 2. LOCATION OF PUBLIC WORKS GARAGE AND YARD: Councilman Harris asked when the appraisal for suggested locations of the garage wi11 be back. The City Manager said that they should be ready for the meeting on May 1, 1967. MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive the Minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting of April 6, 1967. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. THE MINUTES OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMNiISSION MEETING, APRIL 3 1957: MOTION hy Councilman Harris to receive the Minutes of the Parks and Recn_ation Commission Meeting of April 13, 1967. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor I�zrkham declared the motion carr?_ed, REPORT FROM THE FRIDLEY HOUSING AND REDEVCLOPMENT AUTIIORITY: Mayor Kirkha�n said he had rece,tved the report from Allan Andersun regarding the final audit of the Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority. Council- man Harris requested that the report be copied and made available for the Council review and study, Mayor Kirkham agreed that this should be done. � MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to table the report from the Fridley $ousing and Redevelopment Authority, and that copies of the report be made for the study of the Council, and have it back on the agenda of May l, 1967. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a vo�ce vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 APPOINTMENTS• MOTION by Councilman Harris to concur with the Administration on the following appointments; NAME Beverly Kay Strand 4550 Central Avenue N.E. Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55421 POSITION Clerk-Steno Building Inspection SALARY $356.00 per month REPLACES Casmira Saefke Shaxon Izay WaLdsteln Switch6oaxd $317.00 Bevexly 717 - 81st Avenue N.�. Operator - per Stx�and Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55432 Cashier month Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, there bea.ng no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried, CHANGE ORDER �k1 - W-85: PAGE 10 Councilman Harris asked if this is for work that has already been done. The Consulting Englneer said yes this had been discussed approximately three meetings ago, He said that there had been some question of liability on the original well driller, the orignal contract was not finaled� and the City Attorney is in the process of checking court proceedings on how it may affect the claim as the question of recovery is involved. He said that th7.s, however, is with a different party as previously discussed. Councilman Liebl asked if the bailer has now been recovered. Mx. Comstock said that it has been ground up. He said that they feel Keys Well Drilling Company should be paid, and the City Attorney should pursue what can be done about L-he bailer, Couacilman Lieb1 asked if they know which company losC the bailer. Mr. Comstock said it has to be the original well driller which was Layne-Minnesota. MOTION by Councilman Harris to concur, and approve Change Order �kl for Water Improvement Pro�ect t'k85 with the provision that the Gity is not waiving any rights from the right of recovery from the original developer. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. _ Mt. Comstock went on to explain that there wi11 be a reduction in the original contract as this work, on an hour basis, also removed a certain amount of yardage, so that on the final there will be approximately a$2000 reduction on the basic contract. Councilman Liebl said that the City Attorney had been instructed to find out which well drilling company los,t the bailer, and he asked what chance we woixld have of getting the $2600 back. He asked if the City Aktorney has found out whether the company admits losiag the bailer or whether records were available. Mr. Gibbs, acting for the City AtYOraey, said that the City Attorney has been investigating this, and he understood that he has talked to the Consulting Engineers, and the company that did the work and lost the bailer, and understands that a law suit had been filed over this, and there is the possibility that the City may have waived their rights to recovery, but this wi11 be checked further before any acCion is taken. Councilman Harris asked the Consulting �ngineer if they had received payment, Mr. Comstock said that they have not on We11s 2, 3, � or 5 as they did not agree on the extras, and there had been no change order to support them. He said that the sub-contractor had started the suit, and no final acceptanace has been issued by their office. � ' ' REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 RATIFYING RESOLUTION �k68-1967 REGARDING THE ESTABLISHNMENT OF RICE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT: PAGE 11 � MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to ratify Resolution �k68-1967. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, there '6eing no nays, Mayor Kir:�:�am declared the motion carried. CONSIDERATION OF HAZARDOUS BUILDING ACTION: MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to authorize the Crty Manager to sign the Notice of Hazardous Building Action. Seconded by Councilman. Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Izirkham declared the motion carried. OPEN S:'ACE PROPERTY: Councilman Harris said that last summer he had requested that the Council appoint an appraiser to look at some parcels of land north of 83rd Avenue and off IIniversity with the idea ia mind that mare open space should be acquired for park development. I-Ie showed the areas on the map. He said that he had asked that this be brought back on the agenda at this time for two reasons; 1. If the Council is planning on acquiring land under open space, the funds are limited and it appears that by the end of the year there wi11 not be any funds available for this biennium as pledged by Congress. 2. There is a bill before the State Legislature this year to a11ow communities to expend money for recreational purposes, without requiring a referendum vote of the public. If this is passed, there wi11 be numerous communities in the State that wi11 attempt to acquire additional land, He said that half of the cost will be paid by the Federal Government, The State and County wi11 � pay one-fourth of the other ha1f, and we must keep in mind that their budgets are limited a1so. He said that the Council does not have to make the final decision for acquisition at this time, but they should make application before the money is gone. Councilman Sheridan asked if the government would participate in the acquisition, but not in any special assessment costs that there might be. Councilman Harris said that this was correct, the govern- ment wi11 buy open space but not improvements. He said he thought the area would be harder to acquire if developments were made on a portion of it, so it should he done before any more assessments are on the property, Council- man Lieb1 pointed out that this property is all in Ward 1, and that there are already a lot of parks in Ward 1. He said that there are not many parks in Ward 3 and they have the largest populat-ion in the City. Councilman Harris said that this was the only open area of any size that the government would consider, as you cannot put in an application for,two or three acres. Councilman Liebl said he could get a large chunk of land in the 3rd Ward for the amount of money they are considering spending. Councilman Samuelson suggested pursuing the Rice Creek area at this time, because if there is enough land in this area, it might be commensurate as another possible area for acquisition. Councilman Sheridan said that we already have an appraisal on that area. Councilman Harris agreed that it was a good idea, and that other areas could Ue considered. Councilman Liebl asked if there was a deadline for application. Councilman Harris said that there was no deadline, but that money was getting scarce, and he pointed out , that this was not for the development of the land, but �ust for the acquisition. Councilman Lieb1 said that if they ask for money, the 3rd Ward below Highway 100 should have first consideration on parks. Councilman Harris said perhaps th�y could try separate applications: one for the open laad as outlined, one for Ward 3, and one for the Rice Creek area. He suggested they send in the application for this presently outlined area, and ask the City Administration REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 PAGE 12 to come back with whatever is necessary to acquire the Rice Creek Area and a possible site in the Third Ward, and each could stand on their own. MOTION by Councilman Harris that application be made to see if we qualify , for Federal funds for open space acquisition on the basis of Plan 2 as the most reasonable plan from the standpoint that future costs wi11 be minimized because we have frontage on University Avenue and access. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried, 9-1967 DIRECTING PR�PARATION OP ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENT PRO.TLCT �p81 MOTION by Councilman Harris, seconded by Councilman Samuelson, to adopt Resolution ik69-1967. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. �0-1967 DIRECT C�7�V MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt Resolution ��70-1967. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Ilpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried, RESOLUTION -0�71-1967 ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATES OF COSTS THEREOF; STRCET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ST. 1967-1 (ADDENDUM ��1): MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution 4�71-1967. Seconded by , Covncilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor IZirkham declared the motion carried. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan, seconded Uy Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution iF72-1967. Councilman Sheridan said that this was the pro�ect that had been before them in the Public Hearing with three proposals. He said he would suggest that they direct the Engineer to prepare the plans on the complete pro�ect rather than on the partial system. Mayor Kirkham agreed that the audience had indicated that this was the preference. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Rirkham declared the motion carried. RGSOLUTION �k73-1967 ESTABLISHING MUNICIPAL STATE AID STREETS: MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution ik73-1967. Seconded by Council- man Samuelson. Councilman Liebl showed the Council a map which had the City roads, State Aid and County, road marked. He said he would 17.ke to point out that the �'irst Ward had more State Aid dedicated roads than the Third Ward. He pointed out that on 3rd Street there are big apartment houses with a lot of traffic, and � he asked how the Council designates State A1d Streets, whether by seniority or by the prerpgative of the Council. He said the State Aid has already been allocated for this year, but that 3rd Street is very bad and getting worse, and it should be on the priority list for next year. He also mention 53rd Avenue from University to Main Street. Mayor Kirkham said that until the improvement REGULAA COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 PAGE 13 is made, the designation means little except to get the necessary mileage. He said that rt can be ad�usted when the Council is ordering the improve- ment, �ust so that it connects County or State thoroughfares. The City � Manager pointed out that the only difference would be that the State Aid road would be .,rider and a 9 ton street and the people may not want a 45 foot street. He said they would pay the same thing either way. Mayor Kirkham said that it is the Coun��il`s policy that everyone pays the same, but they could be considered in new year's State ALd Streets. Councilman Lieb1 said that the people wi11 have a better street bec,;use of the wide- ness and thickness. He said he will talk to the people next year. UPON a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the mo�ion carried. RESOLUTION �k74-1967 ORDERING PAELIMINARY PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND EST]MATES OF THE COSTS THEREOF; SSORM SEWER PROJECT N0. 5-C (ADDENDUI�14�1): MOTION to adopt Resolution ��74-1967 by Councilman Harris, seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor ICirkham declared the motion carried. RESOLUTION ��75-1967 RECEIVING THE PRELIMINARY REPORT AND CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING ON THE MATTER OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS: STORM � SEWER PROJECT 5-C (ADDENDiTM #1): MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt Resolution �'�75-1967. Second`ed by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Rirkham declared the motion carried. � C?uttci.lman Lieb1 said that he had not talked to the people yet, but felt that the people in single family residences wi11 be opposed to this pro�ect as the assessments wi11 be a hardship, but the apartment houses will want the a11ey. Councilman Sheridan questioned an assessment if there was not a benef�.t. Councilman Harris said that if they enter their garage from the street, there might not be a benefit, but if the garage is off the a11ey, there will be a benefit. RESOLUTION ik76-1967 ORDERING IMPROVEMENT, liPPROVAL OF PLANS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS; STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ST. 1967-1 AND MUNICIPAL STATE AID STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ST. 1967-2: MOTION hy Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution ��76-1967. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. IIpon a voice aote, there being no nays, Mayor Rirkham declared the motion carried. The City Engineer said he would like to point out the problems on this pro�ect so that the Council is aware of what the Engineering Department is doing. On 63rd Avenue, University to Sth Street, he said they have talked to the Chair- man of the Bank about dedicating a right-of-way for the road. He said there is a low spot and the City wi11 be putting in a catch basin and manhole which wi11 eventually go to the Reidel property, but at present it wi11 drain w here it is now, so this is a temporary solution. Councilman Harris asked if the � size of the pipe used here wi11 affect the decision later on the Reidel property. The City Engineer said that it would not. On Arthur Street, he said this could not be paved without a storm sewer so he explained that catch basins and leads are being provided, and this will be picked up when the storm sewer pipe is provided. He said the School Board wi11 give a dedication for an easement. He said that at the south end of the street they will stop the curbing and put in a temporary road. The City Engineer REGULAR COUNCTL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 PAGE 14 said that the paving for the City Hall parking 1ot is included here, as they felt they would get a better price zf it was put on a City contract. The City Council studied the map and discussed what should be blacktopped. The City Engineer said that this wi11 be on a unit price base, and the quantities should be high enough to cover what they want done. He said that it can always be modified. The Council decided to include the north side of the Hall in the quantities also as it can be deleted at a Iater time if necessary. The City Engineer pointed out that the parking lot is draining into a sump area. The City �ngineer said that this complete pro�ect wi11 cover five stxeets, and Ruth and Liberty wi11 be delayed until the storm sewer is in. Council- man Liebl asked if a petition was received soon, could Suprter Dxive and Comet Lane be done in this pro�ect. The City Engineer said that last year four contracts were let and there wi11 be more let this year. RESOLUTION �k77-1967 ORDERING PRELIMINAAY PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATES OF THE COSTS THP�REOF: STREET IMPROVEMENT PROSECT ST. 1967-1 (ADDENDUM �F3); The description on the resolution was corrected to read, "T.H. id65 West Service Road: From Osborne Road to 750 Feet South.�' MOTTON by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution ��77-1967. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. IIpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Rirkham declared the motion carirled. RESOLIITION �k78-1967 RECEIVING THE PRELIMINARY REPORT AND CALLING A PURLIC HEAAING ON TI� MATTER OF THE CONSTRIICTION OF CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS: STREET IMPROVEMENT PR0.7ECT ST. 1967-1 (ADDENDUM ik3) : MOTION by Councilman I-tarris to adopt Resolution i�'78-1967. Seconded by Council- man Liebl. Upon a vo�,ce vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried, 67 DIRECTING PRP,PA CT N0. 5 (SGHEDUL� The City Pinance Director said that this resolution wi11 take in the whole area in SC that is on the west side of University. MnTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt Resolution �'k79-1967. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. 1967 DIRECTING PUBLICATION MOTTON by Councilman Samuelson, seconded Resolution ik80�1967. Upon a voice vote, declared the motion carried. CLAIMS• ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ,., ,,, _ by Councilman Harris, to adopt there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham ' ' MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve for payment General and Puhlic ' Utilities Claims 3k11508 through ��11649 and LLquor Claims �'�998 throuoh �k1053. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no ttays, Mayor ICirkham declared the motion carried. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 ESTIMATES: PAGE 15 Councilman Liebl said he would like to ask the Consulting Engineer which � wells are included in the Keys We11 Drilling Company Estimate �k17 for W-75A. Mr. Comstock said that these are We11s 7, 8 and 9, and that We11s 3 and 4 are not included in this Estimate. Councilman Liebl asked if We11s 7, 8 and 9 are working and what capacity there is on the line. Mr, Comstock said that they were working. The City Engineer said that they are all over 1,OOD gallons per minute. Councilman Liebl asked about Well ik4. The City Engineer said that this we11 is not working now. Mr. Gibbs, acting for the City Attorney, said that the City Attorney had called four members of the Council regarding �stimate ,��ll of Reys We11 Drilling Company, as to the possibility of settling the litigation. He said he had been unahle to reach Councilman Sheridan. Mr. Gibbs said that the City Attorney said the suit could be settled for $600 or less, and apparently it had been settled for $500, and the figure Ls to 6e changed to $5,500 0❑ the estimate. The Consulting �ngineer said that if this is the wish of the Council, they should issue a Change Order so that the contract wi11 balance out. Councilman Sheridan suggested they make this estimate a partial estimate and have them come in at the next Council Meeting for the addrtional amount. The Council agreed with this. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to make Keys Well Drilling Company Estimate 9k17 a PARTIAL estimate rather than a final estimate and leave the amount at $5,000. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, P4ayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. � Councilman Harris asked if the estimates on the City Hall are falling in 1Lne with the work. The City Manager said he thought they were a cougle of weeks behind. Councilman Lieb1 said that he wanted an excellent brick laying �ob done, and he wi11 check it often, as they do not want the people criticizing the job. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to pay the following estimates: Harry 5. Horwitz & Co., Inc. Mechanical Contractor 1411 - llth Avenue South Minneapolis, Minnesota Fridley Civic Center - Certificate No. 3 (3/27/67) February 15, 1967 through March 15, 1967 Hoffman Glectrirc Company, Iizc, Anoka� Minnesota Electrica7 Contractar Fridley Civic Center - Certificate No. 3 (4/1/67) March 1, 1967 through March 31, 1967 � D. M. Noyes Construction Co „ Inc. General ConCractors 100 West Franklin Avenue Minneapolis, Minnesota Fridley Civic Center (4(4/67) February 28, 31, 1967 Certificaee No. 4 1967 through March $ 6,642.00 $ 3,600.00 $ 21,544.00 A�GUI.AR COIINCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 S. C. Smiley & Associates, Architects 1750 Hennepin Avenue Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403 Fridley Civic Center - Professional Services Keys We11 Drilling Co. 413 North Lexington Parkway St. Paul, Minnesota, 55104 Estimate ��17 (PARTIAL) Water Improvement Pro�ect 75-A (Three Additional Drift We1Is) Sandstrom & Hafner, Inc. 749 Forest Dale Road New Brighton, Minnesota, 55112 Estimate ��2 (PARTIAL) Storm Sewer Improvement Pro�ect 5-C (laterals west of University and north of T.H. ��100 - Sylvan Hills area) Keys Well Drilling Co, 413 North Lexington Parkway St. Paul, Minnesota, 55104 Estimate ��1 (PARTIAL) Water Improvement pro�ect No. 85 (Repair - Well No. 3) Comstock & Davis, Inc. Consulting Engineers 1446 County Road "J" Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55432 Estimate ikl for furnishing of Professional �ng�neering Services for planning Melody Manor Park Improvement project No. p-1 �,stimate d�2 for furnishing of resident inspection and resident supervision for the staking out of the coastruction work for Storm Sewer Improvement Pro�ect No. 5-C from February 27, 1967 through April 1, 1967 (Laterals - Sqlvan Hi11s area) Estimate �k2 for furnishing of resident inspection and resident supervision for the staking out of the construction work far Sanitary Sewer_Improve- ment Pro�ect No, 76 from February 27, 1967 through , ' Apri1 l, 1967 (Sylvan Hi11s) Estimate ��2 (FINAL) for the furnishing of Prof- essional Engineering Services for planning and general supervision of Watex Improvement Pro�ect 75-C, Schednle 2(High Service Pumps and 3 Add- itional Filters) PAGE 16 - , $ 739:07 ' $ 5,000.00 $ 16,608.60 $ 1,780.20 1 $ 514.90 $ 2,495.00 $ 30.00 $ 2,545.43 ' � � � REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 Estimate �k14 for the furnishing of resident in- spection and resident supervision for the staking out of the construction work for Water Improvement Pro�ect No. 75-C, Schedule 2(High Service Pumps and 3 Additional Filters) Estimate ikl for the furnishing of Professional Engineering Services for planning Storm Sewer Improvement Pro�ect No. 5-C (Laterals - Sylvan Hi11s area) $ PAGE 17 205.00 $ 4,660.00 The Motion �vas seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. LICENSES; MOTION by Councilman Samuelson, seconded by Councilman Sheridan, to approve the following licenses: C�r^E FI'017t1Et ��L1t1 7355 Centre.J t,v�. P7.�'. Fr�dle-,, � I�'�rn�sota Bur�er t:in� 61;J0 Ur�iv�rsit,y : ve. N.E. rridley� i:inncsota Duffy�s A E U? ?429 E, River � o�_d Fridley-� ??lnnesota czc<<�,2�rr_ Ryan•-f'ar] an Conoco 53�9 University nve, il.r,. Fridley� t;innesota Du°fy � s A � i' 7429 E. Fiver Ro�d Fridley�� ,-�nnesota B& R In & Out Mzr'r.et 744° E. Nive.^ F�oad Fridley-, Nirinesota Ton� Thur,U SuF erztte 5229 fl� ;,�� �r 6; ia. r,. Fridle3-� 3iinriasota Sky�rood Phar��,c;,�, Iric. 5<�7 Central '',vc. N.E. Fridley� Pinncscta 5y : I,arl enc Povlit �kl by: Rus..c]1 n. Peterso;z by: Earl i;. Dnff„ by: IIoyd P. Flarlan b; : .?arl I'. ➢uffy by: F2obeLt :. 't.�ste �y: �dalLce F. °ett,�t oy: Helen T. °��e.•s�n Re���z a1 Ren� .r� 1 Rencl�,:. l tlevr itene: �r 1 Rene.,,a] £�ene�,,21 c�.enFti al REGULAI2 COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 CIGAREs'1^T�, LICEi��SES (Continued Cliff's Servic2 Center 7250 Old Central Ave, PI.E. Fridley� Z;ins.esota Stei�er�a ��ob" Serv�ce 651° Old Ccntral �ve, N.E. Fridley� hiinresota Fron{,ie: C]_ub 736� Ce :tral �-re, tI.F., Fridley, i�;innESOta Hess � i�'ob� 1� Statior. 65C0 F,. Yia�r Road Fridley, hinncso�a DELI�IEHY T�UC?C SuLur�ban Dairy Dist., Inc, 5341 t-iorgzn Ave. No. hiinr.eaFalis� rIi*.uiesota by: I. J. 1.'LU•Fhy Co. bY: I. �. ?4urphy' Cc, by: Pia;lec,e Fovlit.zki by: Char�le; 'r.ess by: Da��ton R. Hendric�s GUPdS F, hI. C. Cor�aration by: It. K. Knutzen 4�th And P.arshall St. N.�. Fridley, h;ir.nesota "OFF SALE�� Frontier Club �365 Central Ave. P1.F. Fridley� i�.innesota Tom Tntseb Superette 622° H�t:ay ,-;�5� i�.E. Fridle5 � P,innesota Dick's Kuik Shop 6319 Ni�.:ay ,-'�65 N.E. Frldle� , �inr.esota B& R In & Out t;arket 7449 E. P�iver Roa�' Fridley� '�inr,csota by: Marlene Fovlitzl:i by by '�'I Uiallace Pettit Richard 'n'oule t�obert fL ,'aste PAGF. 18 Nerr ' New Fieneti �71 Renev-al New ' Rene:.al Renevral Rerer�al Renev,al Reneval ' REGUI.AR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 � SER�ICE STftTLO?i Ryar.-Harlan Conoco . 6389 University 1�ve. :v.B. Fridle5�, binnesota Eurk's Texaco b3o1 ti�uay i`65 N. E. Fridle}-� r:innesota Les � s .�tar�d�rd 76so i�i,,a_; r`,`65 .d.E. Fridley�� i�,ir�nesota T�VFkAI Fror.t�er C]eb 73Gj Central �ve. N,E. Fridley, tir�nesotr ' vFI�i�IC1C i"ACF'lIdFS Strite-Anderson Y!'�. Co. 75�5 N,E. Viron Drive Fridley, P:innesota � by: Boyd ilarlan by: Earl F. Purke by: Lester ScSa£Fran by: P'arler.e Povlitzki by: S2rvor�ation Conirany LIST OF CONTRACTORS LICENSES TO BE APPROVED EY COUNCZL FOR THE FISCAL PERIOD 4/30/67 - 4/30i68 April 17, 1967 CARPENTP.Y North Suburban Builders 3218 67th Avenue Plorth Diinneapolis, Minnesota EXCAVATIt:G By: Paul Anderson Ted Henollett 6725 Channel P,oad Fridley, Minr.esota By; Ted Renollett GAS SEP.ViCES Farr Plumbing & Heat�n� Co. 7217 77th Avenue �:ortti Minneapolis, Minnesota SSLzg Sy; Duane Farr New New Renewal PAGE 19 Rene:r21 Renewal Rer,ewa] Rene:•:al Renew, a 1 REGULAR C011NCIL MI;ETING, APRTL 17, I967 GENF.RAL CONIP�ACTOP.S The Denesen Co., Inc. 2536 Colfax Avenue South Minneapolis, Minnesota Giertsen Compan� 3501 Xen��ood Avcnue Minneapolis, Plznnesota Chris Jensen & Son Co. 1400 Selby Avenue St. Paul, Minnesota 55104 Lindwall. Construction 1120 Glest Minnehaha Pkwy, Minneapolis, ilinnesota Maher & Bergren Inc, 1 West Road Circle Pines, �finnesora Miles Construction Co, 4500 Lyndale Avenue North Minnea�olis, Minnesota The SusseZ Co. 1850 Como Avenue St. Paul, M�nneaota A, L. Willia*n�, Co�tractor 8562 East Fivar Rosd Minnel��'zs, Minaesota HEATING Farr Plumbing � Heatin� Co. Box 235, Rt, 3 Osseo, Nlinnesota MASOIVFY Jamison Bros., Inc. 8427 Center Drive V. E, Minneapolis, Mim�esota PLASTEP.ING Mickelson Plaster S: Stucco Co. 1500 16� St. Y�. W. Ne�� brighton, ilinnesota SIGN EP,ECTZr;G Huber Sisns Coa, Inc 700 West County Aoad B St. Pau1, ?i�nnesota By; H, fi, Peterson By: Louis P, ➢enBoer By: Chris Jenson By: G. H. I.indwall By: Eernard Maher By: Ron Scho11 Ey: Stanley Baren6aun By: A. L, Williams By; Duane 7, Farr By: Duane B, Jamison By: G1en R. TSickelson Sy: L. Huber PAGE 20 New ' Renewal New Rene�aa 1 New Renewal Reneta�I ' Ren�c�al Bene�aal iQew Renewal keneval ' REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 UPON a voice vote, the motio❑ to approve the licenses carried, COMMUNICATIONS: � (A) N.S.S.S,D: ELECTION EXPENSES MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive the Communication from the North Subuxban Sanitary Sewer District. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. (B) M.H.D: PE➢ESTR7AN BRIDGE PAGE 21 Councilman Liebl requested that the communication be read for the benefit of the press. The press was given a copy of the letter, MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to receive the communication from the Minnesota Highway Department. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Rirkham declared the motion carried. (C) BOARD OF HEALTH: REPORT MOTIO\T by Councilman Harris to receive the report from the Board of Health. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. (D) ERICKSON PETROLEUM: 58TH AVENUE NORTIIEAST STATZJN � Councilman Harris said that the Erickson Company has proposed that the a11ey be vacated and deeded to them as the ad�acent property owners do not desire to have it, but on checking, the whole width cannot be given them as the other half has to go to the abutting property owners. He suggested they receive the letter and advise the P,rickson Company they could put the fence on their property if the City can sti11 retain an easement. The Council discussed the possibility of granting the alley vacation to Erickson and the property owners, and Erickson getting quit claim deeds from the property owners for their half, and whether they could put a fence down the middle of the easement over ut�tlities. Mayor K�.rkham said that it would just have to be torn down if necessary. Councilman Sheridan said that the City could not ahandon �ust half an alley, so if it were to be vacated, it would have to go a11 the way to 60th Avenue. Mayor Kirkham pointed out this would make the property deeper and easier to develop. Councilman Sheridan suggested leaving the right-of-way as it is and a11ow them to construct a fence one foot in from the easterly right-of-way of the alley. Councilman Samuelson said that they can build up to the easement already. Councilman Harris said that if the alley is there someone would probably use rt and there wi11 be complaints from the residential people. Mayor Kirkliam said that there are fences on utility easements in the City, the people know that if the City has to get in there, the fence wi11 have to come down. Councilman Samuelson said the property owner would �ust have to be w�.11ing to take this risk. The City Manager,� ated that fences should ' not be allowed directly over an underground utility. Mr. Paulson au:.ed if the a11ey could be closed but not vacated. Councilman Harris said that he did not think Erickson would like this, if they planned to use it at all, and he felt they should either have to go along with the first agreement or vacate the alley so it can be prevented from being used, The City Manager said he would check the Minutes as to what had been dis- cussed previously. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 PAGE 22 MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive the communication from Erickson Petroleum Corporation and refer it to the Administration for further information. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a ooice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ' (E) UNITY HOSPITAL: TRANSIT SYSTEM MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive the communication from Unity Hospital. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there beiag no nays, Mayor Kixic.ham declared the motion carried, (F) DAYTON'S: TARGET STORE Gouncilman Harris said he understands that the restrictions will be covered in the deeds. Mr. Gibbs said that they would consider this a letter of intent, and it wi17� 6e checked when the deed is filed, The City Manager asked if the Council wanted to withdraw their directive that there be an agreement signed. Councilman Harris said not until they receive the deed, and that under the standard building procedures, they would not be given a Certificate of Occupancy until a deed has been received conveying this Lo the City. MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive the communication from Daytonrs. The Motion was seconded and upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. (G) SCHILLINGER: -HOSPITALIZATION INSURANCE The City Manager said that several other companies have been contaced ' about the insurance in addition to the ones listed in the letter. Council- man Liebl asked if the City has an agent of record. The City Manager said that the Aetna hospitalization is handled through Schillinger's agency, that is why Mr, Schillinger is handling this. Councilman Lieb1 said he had received a call from Blue Cross and Blue Shield and they had pointed out that they cannot give as low a premium if they have to pay an agent rather than insuring directly. Councilman Harris said that under our new provisions, there would not be an agent of record, because it is strictly on a bid basis. Mayor Kirkham said that Blue Cross should �ust submit their bid, ignoring the agent of record. MOTION by Samuelson to receive the communication from Mr. Schillinger. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. Councilman Lieb1 said he was not against a man being paid for work he has done, but an agent would be taking the money of the employees that should be going toward a better policy. He also suggested that they try to make the contract a three year contract so that the premiums do not go up. Mayor Kirkham said he was sure that when the companies bYd, if they have a better three year policy, he was sure they would offer it. Mr. Wilbur Whitmore asked if they had heard anymore about the Police life insurance. The City Manager said that that will be quoted as soon as he ' received it from Mr. Schillinger. He said that there was no sense in hunting for the letters any longer, so he had asked Mr. Schillinger to get some quotes for him. AEGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 (H) SORL7�: CLEANUP PAGE 23 MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive the letter from Mrs. Clinton �, � Sorlie and send a copy of it to the school. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. (I) FRIDLEY LITTLE LEAGUE Councilman Samuelson said that the Fridley Little League is developing their site on 58th Avenue and Sefferson Street, have graded it and are seeding iC and doing a very nice �ob. He showed the Council the plan for their proposed structuxe and said they wi11 Ue coming to the BuilQing Inspector for a permit. There was a discussion about children going to Parkview having some means of cutting through the property. Councilman Harris asked if sewer was available. Councllman Samuelson said that sewer is available, but it will be their xesponsiUility to get to it. The Council discussed the fact that the building must be a temporary one, and said the lease should show that it is moveabi�� Councilman Harris suggested that this be conveyed to the Little League the next time they talk to them. COMMENDATION FOR SEARCH OF DROWNED BOY: Councilman Samuelson said that as a Council they should direct the Administration to send a letter of commendation to the Police Department, Fire Department and volunteers who devoted time and effort to the search ' for the lost boy in Rice Creek. Councilman IIarris suggested a letter to the Police Underwater Recovery Unit a1so, and Chief McCarthy said this had been taken care of already. Mayor Kirkham said he understood that our own department had put in 235 off-duty hours, which is tremendous. Councilman Samueison said he wished the press would take note of this. COMMUNICATION, DEDICATION OF GRACE HIGH SCHOOL: Mayor Kirkham read an invitation the Council had received to attend the dedication of the new Grace High School on Sunday, April 30, 1967 at 2;D0 P,M. COMMIJNICATION, ICE ARENA: Mayor Kixkham said that a communication had been received from Representative Save4k�iul that the Ice Arena Bi11 had passed the House on April 12, 1967, with a vote of 130 in favor and 2 opposed. COMMUNICATION, BILL NEE TO FIRE DEPARTMENT A communication has been received from Bill Nee complimenting the tremendous effort of the Fire Department in trying to save his home, and he passed on his thanks. COMNtUNICATION, MAYOR'S ASSOCIATION: ' Mayor Kirkham had received a communication from the Mayor of Rochester, Minnesota notifying him of a meeting of the Mayor�s Association to discuss impending legislation on Thursday, Apri1 27, 1967, and visiting Councilman are also welcome. REGULAA COlTNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 VISITORS: NIlt. ERANCIS VANDAN, REQUESTING CONFIRMATION OF DOCUMENTS PAGE 24 Mr. vanDan, 6242 Saker Avenue Northeast, addressed the Council about some copies of documents he had, which he said were purported to be true. He � said he had called both the City Clerk and the City Manager, but was told they had never seen such documents. Mr. vanDan quoted a State Statute about the availablility of public records, and that they should be readily available, He asked the Council to pass a resolution ordering the custodian of the records to furnish him documents. He said the purpose would be to satisfy himself on whether the documents were true or forged. He read a document purported to be from the Police Civil Service Commission to Mayor Yirkham and the Councilmen about a television set which was turned in to the Police Department as stolen merchandise, and lost in the tornado. He also had other papers which he said showed that some kind of investigation had been conducted. Councilman Harris asked I�, vanDan if he would not agree that there probably would be certain documents that could go from department to department and not be public documents. He asked Mr, vanDan where he had gotten these documents. Mr. vanDan sazd he was not at liberty to say as he wanted to protect the person who had given them to him. Mr. vanDan said he would like to know if the documents are true, and if so, they would be a basis for action under Section 609.47 of the Criminal Code, interference with property in official custody, punishable by one year or $1,000, and if some County Attorney or the Governor found it applicable, misconduct of public officials applies to the whole City Council for failure or refusal to perform a non- discretionary duty of his office. Mr. Gibbs, Acting for the City Attorney, asked Mr, vanDan if he was an , attorney and competent to make such accusations. Mr. vanDan said he was (**%;W) not an attorney, but could interpret the law. He said he has not accused anyone, but wanted to know if the doucments are true, in which case the Council shou7d have acted, or if they are false, he will tear them up. Councilman Harris said that the Council would not b� the body to hear this, but it would be heard in Court. Mr. vanDan said that he has no evidence, as these documents are not authenticated so he could not file this in court, Councilman Harris sazd he was sure there were documents passed every day in City Hall which are routine items and the Council does not see. Mayor Kirkham said that the official records of the City are open to anyone, and if these documents were received as official Mr. vanDan is welcome to them, but what- ever Mr. vanDan is after does not seem to be anything the Council can give him. Mayor Kirkham said_that nothing like these purported documents are part of the Minutes, and if Mr. vanDan did not want to libel or slander anyone as he says, he could have asked about this privately rather than in- viting the press and making so much noise about it. Mr, vanDan said he could have spoken earlier, but he had tried to track this down, but the answers had not been forthcoming, and he would like to know if they are genuine, in which case he would go to the District Court for a release of the originals. Councilman Harris pointed out that the Fridley Police Civil Service Commission was set up so that matters that involve the Police Depait- ment are not involved in politics, and the Council is not the body to debate communications, issues or situations involving the Police Department. Mr. Carl Paulson, 430 N. E. 57th Place, said he thought a matter of this ' nature should go to the Police Civi1 Service Comm�ssion for their action, in an open meeting if necessary, so that if there is anyttting wrong it can be corrected. He said he felt the Council must take this attitude as they are the people's Council. Mayor Kirkham said that the Council is (x%�*%<) SEE CORAECTION IN THE MINIITES OF THE REGIILAR COUNCTL MEETING OF JUNE 5, 1967, PAGE 1, PARAGRAPH 4, UNDER THE HEADING "ADOPTION OF AGENDA". � ' � REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, APRIL 17, 1967 PAGE 25 elected by the people, and has promised to d o what they th�nk is in the best interest of the citizens and the community as a whole, but they often run into amateurs muddying the waters and making it difficult for them to do their �ob. Mr. Paulson said that someone has taken a 1oss, and the insurance compan'y will not pay it. Mr, Gibbs said that as prosecuting Attorney he had determined, after a thorough investigation based on all the facts and a11 the circumstances that it was originally stolen, and if the ownex was found, he m u1d be reimbursed. Councilman Harris said that the Councilmen are not attorneys an.d cannot Ue asked to make a legal determination. Mayor Kirkham said that any action the Council takes is certainly in the best interest of the community, although it may not always appear that way. Mr. Paulson said that if there are documents being withheld, and if the Council is not being made aware of things, he suggested the Council adopt a resolution directing the City Manager to bring a11 records discussed bef-ore the Council. The Czty Manager said that he had never seen such purported documents, and he would be unable to produce them even if the Council directed him to do so. Mayor Kixkham said that Mr. vanDan will have to pursue this in whatever dixection he feels necessary, or trust the Council, one way or another. VISITOR: MR. CARL PAULSON, REPAIRS ON MISSISSIPPI STREET Mr. Carl Paulson said he undexstood that the County is planning on re- building Mississippi Street to �asL River Road, but in the interim he suggested they make repairs, as there are many bad holes. Councilman Samuelson said that he had noticed the same thing when he had driven on it yesterday, but by today they had been repaired. The City Manger saLd that this has been repaired twice before thLS 3prLng, ADJOURNMENT: There being no furYher business, Mayor Kirkham declared the Regular Council meeting of Apri1 17, 1967 ad�ourned at 12:35 A.M. Respectfully submitted, � ��� � ���1�,� �� �� , ,�.�-�-�-� Mary Lu Strom Secretary to the Council � C�C �\ ��� ��-cL � �G������ i� r