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11/20/1967 - 00020565� �i' WJ THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF I� VEMBER 20, 1967 ' The Regular Council Meeting of the City of Fridley was called to order by Mayor Kirkham at 8:07 P.M. OPENING CEREMONY AND INVOCATION: Mayor Kirkham asked the audience to stand and join in saying the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Mayor Kirkham introduced Reverend Brayshaw, representing the Fridley Ministerial Association, who gave the Invocation. ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Kirkham, Lieb1, Samuelson, Sheridan MEMBERS ABSENT: Harris APPROVAL OF MINUTES, REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 6, 1967: Councilman Liebl pointed out an error on Page 14 of the Minutes, under the heading, "CHANGE ORDER �'iM-4°. The Minutes stated that Councilman Harris had made the motion and had also seconded the motion. Mayor Kirkham said that the name of the seconder need not be listed, so it wi11 suffice to strike � Councilman Harris' name as the seconder of the motion. MOTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt the Minutes of the Regular Council Meet�ng of November 6, 1967 as corrected. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. APPROVAL OF MINUTES, SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 8, 1967: Mayor Kirkham pointed out that this was the meeting at which the Council had canvassed the votes of the election. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt the Minutes of November 8, 1967 as presented. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. APPROVAL OF MINUTES, SPLCIAL COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 13, 1967; MOTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt the Minutes of November 13, 1967 as presented. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ADOPTION OF AGENDA: Mayor Kirkham suggested that Item 3, "RESOLUTION SETTING SEWER SERVICE CHARGES ' FOR MULTIPLE DWELLINGS AND TRAILER COURTS", be deleted from the Agenda because of the absence of Councilman Harris, and be brought back at the next Regular Council Meeting. 1 � i k( l� THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COIINCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 20, 1967 PAGE 2 � MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to adopt the Agenda with the deletion of Item 3. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, Lhere being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ORDINANCE i�377 - APPROPRIATION OKDINANCE ADOPTING BUDGET FOR EISCAL YEAR 1968: MOTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt Ordinance yF�377 upon second reading, waiving the reading, and publish. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a roll call vote, Kirkham, Lieb1, Samuelson, Sheridan voting aye, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ORDZNANCE -0�378 - AN ORDINANCE UNDER SECTION 12.07 OF THE CITY CHARTER TO VACATE STREETS AND ALLEYS AND TO AMEND APPENDIX C OF THE CITY CODE - VACATING CHARLES STREET• MOTION by Councilman SamueLson to adopt Ordinance ��378 upon second reading, waiving the reading, and publish. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan Councilman Sheridan asked when this hearing had been held. The Fit�ance Director did not have the exact date, but said it was a month or six weeks ago, Upon a ro11 call vote, Kirkham, Liebl, Samuelson, Sheridan voting aye, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried, CONSIDERATION OF HULLABAL00 TEENAGE DANCE CLUB: The City Manager said that it would be the Administration's recommendation to , the Council that the teenage club be allowed to operate in Fridiey. He said that an off-duty Policeman should 6e on the premises, paid by the proprietor, and if additional personnel is needed, as determined by the Police Chief and proprietoz, they could be from a detective agency or from the Anoka County Sheriff's Deputy List. He presented a Letter he had prepared for the Mayor's signature to Mrs. R. K. Kratoska. Mayor Kirkham read the letter, granting approval, to the Council. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson�to concur with the contents of the letter to Mrs. R. K. Kratoska granting approval for a teenage dance club in Fridley. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. The letter was given to Mrs Kratoska who was present at the Council Meeting, and she was wished well in the endeavor. POLICY FOR COMMUNITY ROOM: Mayor Kirkham said that the policy as drawn up by the City Manager contained everything as it had been discussed at the workshop discussion after the last Council Meeting. For the benefit of the audience, Mayor Kirkham read the fees that will be charged for the use of the Communrty Room, Kitchen and Council Chambers. Mr, Carl Paulson, a visitor to the Council Meeting, asked if there were � restrictions making it possible to refuse the use of the rooms to any groups that may c�'�:ate disturbances. Mayor Kirkham said that the City Manager had drafted the policy after consulting with the Council, and a number of controls had been built in. He pointed out also, that the applications for the use of the Community Room will be coming in through the City Manager's office. �I���y � �e � li L." REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, NOVLMBER 20, 1967 PAGE 3 MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt the proposed draft as the Policy � for the use of the Community Room and Council Chambers. He said that this was the first time that there has been something written on the use of the Ciey's facilities, and he wholeheartedly agreed with the usage as outlined. The Motion was seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Councilman Sheridan asked if a larger room would be available in the lower level of the City Hall for larger groups to meet. The Council felt that by using both the Community Room and Council Chambers together, large groups could be taken care of. The vote upon the motion was a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. EMGRGENCY REPORTING SYSTEM - N.S.S.S.D• The City Attorney said he had consulted with Chief Aldrich in regard to this request, and after checking with Northwestern Be11 Telephone Company and the Railroad and Warehouse Commission, their recommendation would be that the lines be made available to NSSSD at no charge to the District from the City. He said that one ob�ection to a charge was that the City could not collect any money for the use of the Board, or they would have had to handle all the billing. He said that on a pro-rated share, it would amount to about $13.00 a month, and the cost of handling the billing would amount to more than that. He said that the llistrict would make arrangements directly with the Telephone Company for the lines they would need. The City Attorney said that if the additional capacity is needed by the Crty in the future, the NSSSD will be given 30 days notice to make other arraagements. He said that he has such an agreement prepared. , Councilman Sheridan said he had related the Council's view to the District and they were fully in accord with the Council's thinking on this, He said this arrangement would be temporary as far as the NSSSD was concerned, and when they have personnel_ on 24 hours a day, they will put on their own emergency board, or make some other arrangement with the City. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to authorize the City Manager to sign the agreement for use of the Emergency Reporting System by the North Suburban, Sanitary Sewer District on oehalf of the City of Fridley. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson, ilpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. BUILDING PERMIT FOR WAREHOUSE AND OFFICE AT 3-77TH WAY 621D RIVERVIEW TERR.ACE. FRIDLEY. MINNESOTA. 5542 The City Engineer said that at the Last Council Meeting, Mr. Harris had been requested to move the building back to the property line, but that Mr. Harris would like to leave the same setback, and put the parking behind the building. The City Engineer said he feels that this would be a better arrangement than had been decided at the last meeting. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to concur with the recommendations of the City Engineer and approve the Building Permit as requested. Seconded by Councilman , Lieb1. Upon a voice vote, Councilman Samuelson abstaining, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. � \ N i� I r REGULAA COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMSER 20, 1967 PAGE 4 � APPEAL OF RAILROAD CROSSINGS: Mayor Kirkham said that it was the Council's prerogative Co decide not to pursue any more action or to appeal for a11 or as many crossings as they wish. He said he felt the Council should appeal for the crossing at 61st Avenue. Councilman Samuelson said that the 61st crossing s[zould be appealed because of the new school program. The City Attoxney said he had discussed this with the School Superintendent and they wish to discuss it with the CouncLl at their scheduled �oint meeting. The City Attorney said that unless there is more evidence for the two northerly crossings, he would recommend that an appeal not be taken on these, but that the City wait until there is a more pressing need. Mayor Kirkham said that it might strengthen the appeal to drop the others, and make a strong appeal for the 61st crossing, The City Attorney said thNt if an appeal �s mad� at 6Zst, the Counei3 shoula be cl�rted to th.: possib�lit� that the City may hav=_ to pay a large share or a11 of the cost for a grade separation. MayoY Kirkham asked if the City Attorney could determine what an appeal would cost, and if �ust aa ob�ection is filed, or is there a chance to present new evidence to strengthen our position. The City Attorney said he would be prepared to dascuss thls at the �oint meeting with the School Board. Councilman Liebl said that many of the people that live in the 61st Avenue area have objected to this crossing, and if it is granted, they are interested in the type of crossing, and safety measures will have to be taken. He said � that some people have suggested the possibility of asking for a crossing at 57th Avenue also for better bargaining. Mayor Kirkham said that strategy does not do much good with the railroad, and real facts are needed to back up the City's position. Councilman Samuelson felt the City Attorney should prepare an appeal for the 61st crossing right away because of the 20 day limit Councilman Sheridan said that the appeal can be fxled, and the Council can discuss it with the School Soard at their meeting next week. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to direct the City Attorney to pursue the 61st Avenue railroad crossing on an appea�s basis prior to the determination date, deleting the three crossings previously requested, and thaC the Administration direct a letter to School District ��14 informing them oi the action taken. 5econded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, there Ueing no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. REPORT FROM CITY ENGINEER ON THE PLANNED DEVELOPMGNT OF SPRINGBROOIL PARK: The City Engineer said that Mr. Schroeder, the developer of Springbrook Park had agreed to most of the items on the report as recommended by the Subcommittee and the Planning Commission, and required by the Engineering Department. He said he had discussed this with him again this afternoon, and he had further agreed to comply with some additional xequests. He said he had agreed with the landscaping items, except that he felt that a Landscaped area along the north side of the propexty would be bettex than a redwood fence which would � disturb the beauty of the area, and this item would be up to the Council. It was the consensus of the Council that a fence would not be necessary with the landscaped area. The City Engineer said that under the recreational i'; �_ _� ., REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 20, 1967 _ PAGE 5 facilities, the developer planned a minimum area of one acre for children's � facilities and play apparatus and wi11 have a_plan ready when it comes before the Council again. He said that he has agzeed to an uncovered swimming pool with a small covered recreational area for adult games and a party room. He said he did not want to be specific, but would incorporate something of this nature in the plans. The City Engineer said that under the general plat plan, he felt a covered walkway from the garages to the apartment buildings was unnecessary because of the terrain of the area. The Council felt this Was a personal choice for the contractor to make. The City Engineer said the cunCractor had agreed to having only one sign designating the commercial area, and that the type and location of access will be resolved at a later date. Councilman Samuelson said he did not agree with the existing utilities either being rerouted around the proposed buildings or encased, because the street for the commercial center xs going to be a"U" shaped street, and it would make no difference if one was cut. The City Engineer said that they recommend encasing only for the Live utilities, and that the contractor is agreeable. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to concur with the recommendations a[�d suggested changes noted by the City Engineer on the Springbrook Park Planned Development District. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. GREAT NORTHEAN RAILWAY REQUEST TO BUILD CONNECTING LINE BETWEEN THEIR LINE � AND M,A & C. RAILWAY: The City Attorney said that this had been discussed at the last Council Meeting, and he had prepared a deed in the form of a Quit Claim Easement granting the easement on the corner of a platted, but unbuilt, street. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to appxove the requested easement and authorize the execution of the Deed. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor K�.rkham declared the motion carried. MELODY MANOR BURGLARIES: The City Manager handed out copies of the report on the Melody Manor burglaries to the Council and the Press. He read the report aloud to the audience. The Gity Manager said that this report wi11 be followed up. The City Manager said that the Administration is going to continue the study on the street light requirements in all areas, and if additional lights are warranted, increased budget Eor lighting wi11 be requested in 1969. Mrs. Kay Beaman, 7363 Memory Lane Northeast, thanked the City Manager, Chief of Police, and City Council for the time and effort they 6ad put in on this report, Mayor Kirkham said that this was the kind of cooperation the City liked to get. BIDS - SIDEWALK TRACTOA AND SNOW PLOW (OPENE➢ NOON, NOVEMBER 20, 1967); ' The City Engineer said that there had four bidders for the tractor and snowplow. Following are the bids; , REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 20, 1967 PLANAOLDEIt BID DEPOSIT BAS� BID Brant Machine Inc Brant New York Minnesota Toro Inc. 850 Elorida Ave. So. MLnneapolis, Minn. Tri-5tate Machinery Co Warren Loder 1400 West 79th Street Minneapolis, Minnesota CrC. Gk. $236.00 5% Bond Trans. Am Ins. Co. Crt. Ck $360.00 Snowline $4,720.00 Snowline F-48 $4,540.00 Melroe M-6D0 $5,500.00 ALTERNA`iE $1,55Q.0� No P,id $1,545.00 i_ �� � P1GE 6 DELIVERY DATE 30 Cal. Days 15 Ca1. Days 30 Ca1. Days Tuma Equipment Co. Crt. Ck. No Bid $1,SZ5.00 Dec. 27, 1967 8710 Lyndale Avenue So. $77.OD Minneapolis, Minnesota The recommendation from the Public Works Department was that the bid of Minnesota Toro Inc., 850 Florida Avenue South, Minneapolls, Minnesota, for a Snowline P-48 be accepted. The Crty Engineer said he wanted to stre�s that they were going into the program reluctantly. He explained that ALternate 9{1 is a snowblower type attachment. ' Councilman Samuelson asked how the prlce corresponded to the 1968 Budget The City Engineer said that there was $4,000 budgeted for the machine. Councilman Samueison asked about the horsepowex and was told the machine was self powered and was 35 horsepower, and the blower attachment was over 9 horsepower. Councilman Samuelson said he felt there was no sense overspending the budget before they even get there, and with the blower the price would be $6,090. He felt the bids should be re�ected and new speciiications drawn. The City Engineer said that they had investigated this thoroughly and had tried to come up with a happy medium. He said that the machine would have a straight plow and a"V" plow, and said that the blower could be put off £ox a year. There was a long discussion on the necessity of getting the stow off the side- walks, the additional sidewalks we have constructed sLnce Last year, and the capabilities of the present equipment, Councilman Liebl said he concurred with Councilman Samuelson on re�ecting the bids. MOTION by Councilman Liebl to reject Che sidewalk tractor and snow plow bids and request that the AdminisYration prepare new specifications for new Uids. The Gity Engineer said that this machine would do a good �ob, and they felt that if the City has the money, they could buy the blower, otherwise they could let the blower go. He said they felt that if they had the blower, the parks Department would�be abLe to use it also, but they do not feel it is absolutely necessary. He saLd that they would like to get this tractor that would do the job. ' Councilmaa Liebl's motion to re�ect the bids was seconded by Councilman Samuelson. � �_ �: REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 20, 1967 PAGE 7 The City Engineer said he felt that for only $500 over the budget, they could get a good piece of equipment which will do the �ob, rather than paying more for labor with the present equipment. He said that if they call for bids again, the snow season will be here long before the delivery date of the equipment. Mayor ICirkham said he understood that the machine would not be satisfactory without the blower. The City Engineer showed the Council pictures of the tractor and plows, and said the attachment could be bought later on CounciZman Liebl asked if the present snow plow could be traded xn. The City Engineer said that there was still use for the sma11 p1ow. The Superintendent of the Public Works Department said he felt this was the only piece of equipment which would do the work his department wanted it to do. He said that the V plow would be enough for the present time under normal wnditions. He said t6at the City should not have as much trouble with snow this year because the County has bought special equipment. Councilman Liebl said he would like to see the equ�pment, if there is money available, because the City needs rt. The VOTE upon the motion to re�ect the bids and request new specifications was a voice vote, Samuelson and Liebl voting aye, Kirkham and Sheridan voting nay, Mayor Kirkham declared a stalemate and the motion failed. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to receive the bids as presented and upon the recommendation of the City Engineer and Superintendent of Public Works award the bid to Minnesota Toro Inc , for a Snowline F-48 in the amount of $4540. Councilman Liebl asked what this would include. The City Engineer said it would be for a tractor and two plows. Mayor Kirkham asked if they had the money elsewhere. The CLty Engineer said that two plows had been budgeted for the regular trucks, and they could probablq 1et one go this year and get by. Councilman Samuelson asked if the Park Depaxtment would be able to use the equipment in the summer. The City Engineer said they could 1f they gave the money. Mr, paulson suggested the Park Department could possibly buy the blower for the use of the equipment. The City Engineer said that something could be worked out on the money problem. The MOTION to receive the bids and award the contract was seconded by Council- man Liebl. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. BIDS - MUNICIPAL GARAG� (OPENED 7•30 P.M., NOVEMBER 20, 1967); Follocaing are the Bids: GENERAL CONTRACTOR BASE BID ALTERNATE G1 ALTERNATE G2 COMPLETION DATE Bi1t-Rrte Const Minneapolis Kloster-Madsen Minneapolis Ryde Const. Minneapolis $69,900.00 $64,345.00 $68,894.00 +$7,500.00 +$5,100.00 t$5,800.00 Deduct $1200 Deduct $1000 Deduct $1400 ' ' May 1, 1968 May 1, 1968 May 1, 1968 , 'L � GENERAL CONTRACTOR C.M. Carlson Const. Minneapolis W.C.R., Inc. Minneapolis Shorewood Const Excelsior Berglund-Johnson Excelsior Antler Corp St. Paul Adolfsoa & Peterson Minneapolis BASE BID $64,000.00 $62,500.00 $64,856.D0 $60,930.00 $76,147.00 $72,700.00 + ALTERNATE GL +$5,7D0.00 +$5,300,00 +$5,724.00 t$5,600.00 t$4,500.00 +$6,SQO.QO ALTERNATE GZ Deduct $1140 Deduct $120C Deduct $1310 y �� s � �_. PAGE 8 COMPLETION DATE May l, 1968 May 1, 1968 May 1, 1968 Deduct $1270 May l, 1968 Deduct $100 Deduct $LO�Q May 1, 1968 May 1, 1968 Hagman Const, $67,900.00 +$5,900.00 Deduct $1400 May 1, 1968 Min[e apolis ALT. G1 - Add one addiYional bay to west end of building (Room 111) as indicated by dashed lines on Plan sheet, ��3 and elevation sheet �k4, room lll has gravel floor as noted in room schedule, Omit wall between rooms 111 and 109-110. ALT. G2 - Omit concrete floor (and reinforcing) in rooms 109 and 110. In lieu thereof install 5" crushed Limestone (gray) to 1evels indicated. (F1oor drains ' are omatted under mechanical contract). _ + MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR BASE BID ALTERNATE M1 ALTERNATE M2 COMPLETION DAT� Harris Brothers P&H $15,727.00 +$65.00 -$120.00 May 1, 1968 Minneapolis , Northwest Co. of $17,349.00 + $75.00 St. Paul Horwitz P & H $17,380.00 + $75.00 Minneapolis Berghorst P & H $17,593.00 + $75,00 Coon Rapids AI,T. M1 - Mechanical work coordinating with Alt. G1. ALT. M2 - Mechanical work coordinating with Alt. G2. ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR BASE BID ALT. E1 Kvalseen Electric $13,500.00 +$500.00 Minneapolis C1obe Electric $12,913.0� $SB9.00 Minneapolis - $20D.00 May 1, 1968 - $100.00 - $200,00 May 1, 1968 May 1, 1968 COMPLETION DATE May 1, 1968 May l, 1968 % � �� � w ELEC'CRICAL CONTRACTOR John Ess & Sons Hopkins Heights Electric Minneapolis BASE BID $12,312.00 $12,149.00 + ALTERNATE E1 + $445.00 + $585.00 COMPLETION DATE May 1, 1968 May 1, 1968 Alternate E1 - Electrical work coordinating with Alternates G1 and M1. Mayor Kirkham read the names of the 1ow taidders as: GENERAL CONTRACTOR: Berglund-Johnson, Excelsior, Minnesota IIase Bid $60,930.00 Alternate G-1 $ 5,600.00 (ADD) Alternate G-2 $ 1,270.00 (DEDUCT) MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR Harris Brothers P& H, Minneapolis, Minnesota Base Bid $15,727.00 Alternate M-1 $ 65.00 (ADD) Alternate M-2 $ 120.00 (DEDUCT) ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Heights Electric, Minneapolis, Minnesota Base Bid $12,149.00 Alternate E-1 $ SS5.00 (ADD) PAGE 9 � Mayor Kirkham saxd that the total o£ the 1ow bids, plus alternates, is $95,D56 zohich is substantially below the estimates. The City Engineer said that this total would not include some items which would total another $10,000 which would bring the total pretty close to the estimate. $e said that he felt the , building should be built with one extra bay which would be gravelled, in addition to the three concrete bays. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive the bids for the Municipal Gar&ge and refer them to the Administration for ta�ulation. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan, Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. PETITION 4k39-1967 OBJCCTION TO A VARIANCE IN EXTREMITY AS NOTED IN THE PLACING OF TWO SEPARATE STRUCTURE� NUMBERED 360 - 57TH AVENiTE NORTHEAST: Mr. Carl Paulson, 430 Northeast 57th Place, presented a petition, a letter from a property owner on his street, and additional informatiott whlch he said set forth the City regulations according to the Zoning Ordinance, City Charter and Building Code on which they base thexr ob�ections to a double bungalow being bu�lt between 57th Avenue and 57th P1ace. He said that Councilman- Liebl's name was mentioned in this, and he would like to know what role he had played. The City Engineer showed the location of this building being built on Lot 10 and Lot 11 on the plat map, He said that it faces 57th Place, and there is no requirement in the Ordinance requiring him to face 57th Avenue. Councilman Liebl said that his name was mentioned because he had talked to the Suilding Inspector about this in regard to a Building Permit, and had asked if every^ thing was up to code. He had concurred when he found that it was up to code, and had not been aware that it fronted on the wrong side. He said that it would be impossible to look into every detail. ' REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 20, 1967 J 1� � -, � r_ Lf PAGE 10 ' The City Manager said that he has discussed this with the Mayox and the Crty Attorney, has investigated it, and has an answer on the City's stand, He also said he has recommended a change in the Ordinance so this cannot happen again. Mr. Paulson asked about the contractor getting a permit when he was not Licensed or bonded. Councilman Lieb1 said that the contractor said he was faced with a problem of not being able to build this year if he could not get started right away. He said that he had applied the first part of September, and the bond had been ratified at the followLng meeting. Mr. Paulson felt that in a situation like this, the Building Department has a right to refuse the permit and notify the people of any problem that may effect property values. He complained about the lack of inspection. The City Manager said that when the permit was issued the Building Inspection Department was shorthanded and if the failure to have a footing or basement inspection were taken as a polnt of con�ecture, and he were told to tear his home down again, the City would not be in the best position He said that in the Code there are no rules for double frontage 1ots. The City Manager read a part of the ordinance he is proposing on double frontage lots so this will not happen agaln. The owner of the home being buiTt, Mr Richard Simmons, 353-57th Place Northeast, was present at the Council Meeting. He said that Mr. Paulson has said that the owner across from tihe home he is building is pexturbed, and if this is so, Mr. Simmons wondered why he did not say something in ' September, or three weeks ago when the garage slab was poured. He sa�d that the garage can only be seen from across the street. A woman present at the Council Meeting said that it could be seen from way down the street Mr. Simmons said that the man next door had come over and, talking about the petition, laughed and said he could care less. Mr. Paulson said that this neighbor, Mr. Weigel, had told him differently. Mr. Paulson said that politically the people wi11 see ehis problem and point at the Council, so he wants it part of the record so that the people will know the Council did not concur in this action. Councilman Samuelson said that the Council sees R-7 �onstruction plans which do have to come before the Council, and suggesCed that perhaps anything over R-1 constxuction, which would include double bungalows, should come to the Council for concurre,nce also, so that this does not happen again. In this way, they couLd also be sure the developer provides landscaping, black- topping and other items required. He said he agrees that Mr. Paulson has a rightful complaint. MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive Petition �iF39-1967 ob�ecting to Che variance �n the placing of the home at 360-57th Avenue Northeac.t, and the accompanying letters and information presented by Mr. Carl Paulson. 5econded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ' Later in the meeting, Mr. Paulson came back to the Council Meeting with his neighbor Mr. Leonard Weigel, 6000 - 6th Street Northeast. Mr. Weigel told the Councal he had gone over and spoken to Mr. Simmons' wife and asked why the house was facing the other way. Mrs. Simmons had said that the City of FrLdley had told them they could build it either way. He said it was not _" � �_' REGULAR COUNCIL i`�ETING, NOVEMBER 20, 1967 PAGE 11 true he had laughed, but felt it was built now, and something shaald have been done befure it had gotten this far. Mayor T�irkham said that the Council is taking action to prevent this from happening again and wi11 conduct a thorough investigation of this procedure to see what can be done. Mr. Paulson said that he had brought Mr. Weigel to the meeting because Mr. Simmons had lied and tried to give the Council a false impression. � 262 ENTITLED "D NON-INTERSECTING FRONTAGE LOT (A LOT WITH FRONTAGE ON TWO MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt an ordinance amending Chaptet 45 of the City Code by adding Section 45.262 upon first reading, waiving the reading. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. IIpon a roll call vote, Kirkham, Liebl, Samuelson, Sheridan voting aye, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. Councilman Lieb1 sazd that he has been called two or three times in the past and asked to concur with something. He asks the Administration if it is in accord with the Code, and if it is, he says go ahead. He said that maybe this should not be done, and in the future, if it comes up again, he wi11 want to see it in black and white. RECESS; Mayor Kirkham called a recess in the Meeting at 10:00 P.M. The meeting was reconvened at 10:10 P.M. BUILDING STANDARDS-DESIGN CONTROL SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES, NOVEMBER 7, 1967• 1. CONSIDERATION OP A PERMIT TO MOVE A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING FROM 6279 UNIVP�RSITY AVENUE (LOT 2, AUDITOR`S SUSDIVISION NO 59) TO 490 - 57TH PT.ACF NfIRTAFACT /Tl1T 1S P�RT flF TnT 7(. RTl11`Y S l`TTV VTFTd _ R_1 DISTRICT) REQUEST BY C. W SPIEKER FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA: 6759 OVERTON DRIVE NORTHEAST, The City Engineer said that this was the house that had been next to the Moon plaza parking lot, and wi11 be moved to a lot across from where Erickson Petroleum Company has recently moved 3 homes. He showed the Council snap- shots. There was a discussion among the Council about setting the house down to grade, redashing the stucco, and blacktopping the drxveway. Mayor Kirkham suggested that this be delayed so that the immediate neighbors could 6e polled. The City Attorney said that the house is still in its original position, but there may be a problem moving it in the spring. MOTION by Councilman Liebl to table the consideration of the permit until the next Regular Council Meeting to give the Council a chance to confer with the neighbors. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there 6eing no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. � ' � � ' ' REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 20, 1967 2. CONSIDERATION OF THE ANQKA COUNTY ICE ARENA PLANS: PAGE 12 The City Engineer said that the amount of land is small for the type of facility that is being planned, and there is no storm sewer. He said that water wi11 be draining from the southeast corner onto City property, and he feels that the County should acquire more property so they can coatain their own water. The CityEngineer showed the Council a map of the park and showed the way that it will expand. CounciLma❑ Samuelson asked how the area complies with the Ordinance. The City Engineer said that it would comply xf there was a complete storm sewer system, but as such, it does not, and they should have more area so that a11 the water is con- tained on their property. He said this should be impressed upon them. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to refer this item to the Administration for their recommendation to the Council regarding the Anoka County Ice Arena. The motion was seconded, and upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive the Minutes of the Building Standards - Design Control Subcommittee Meeting of November 7, 1967. Secnnded 6y Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirtham declared the motion carried, THE MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING_ NOVEMBER 8, 1967_ 1. REqUEST FOR A VARIANCE FROM SECTTON 45.391, BY WAIVER OF REQUIREMENTS ADDITION TO MEGHANICSVILLE REQUEST BY WILLIAb1 MCCLISH, 6549 FRIDLEY STREET NORTHEAST, FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA 55421): The City Engineer said that there is still a problem with this 1ot, He said that there is a garage which was built for the tri-plex, which Mr. McClish will use for his land, which leaves the problem of parking for the tri-plex, and the tri-plex cannot be forced to pro�ide parking. The City Attorney said that he had received a letter fr;��m Mr. Wargo that at one time all this 'and was owned by Mr, McClish. There was a discussion between the City Attorney and Mr. McClish about the dates at which he acquired the different lots and whom he acquired them from The City Attorney`s figures showed that, although Mr, McClish acquired the property at different tlmes, at one time he held title to a11 the different parcels. The Crty Manager suggested that the City Attorney could be directed to see if there was some procedure that couLd be enforced by the County Authorrties, whereby a certi$cate from the Building Tnspector would be required in the case of a 1ot split. Councilman Samuelson said he agreed with this. Councilman Sheridan said that when the original request came in, it showed three parcels, but the owner had not owned one of these lots. Councilman Lieb1 asked Mr. McClish to come to the Council table and show where these lots were situ�ted on the map. There was a long discussion of the different possibilities at the Council table, 'I I _�� r � I � 3I I� � �' AEGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 20, 1967 PAGE 13 Mr. McClish was asked if he would be willing to deed 15 feet of land to the , tri-plex iE he were allowed to build on a 45 foot lot. Mr. McClish said that he Tac�uld zf the owner were willing to pay the back taxes on it. Mayor Kirkham suggested that if he would try and negotiate this with the owner of the tri-p1ex, and give him 15 feet, and the Council allowed him to build on the 45 foot lot, he could still maintain his 10 feet side yard require- ments, and this may be a satisfactory compromise. Councilman Shexidan said that they could also work out a driveway easement regarding the garage. The City Engineer suggested that the problem of the required four paved parking areas for off-street parking for the trx-plex could be solved at this time a1so. Councilman Sheridan saxd this would be fine, but the agreement should not be contingent on solving this problem, Mayor Kirkham suggested they get together with the City Manager and try to work out an agreement Mayor Kirkham said that the Council does not need to take action this evening, but that it can be turned over to the Administration to come up with a reasonable solution. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to receive the Minutes of the Board of Appeals Meeting of November 8, 1967. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES, NOVEMBER 9, 1967; L INTERSECTION PATTERN: MISSISSIPPI STREET AND EAST RIVER ROAD BOB'S PRODUCE RANCH: � Mr. Schroer was present at the Council Meeting and came to the Council Meeting and came to the Council table wh�le Ehe Council looked at his new plan for his propexty at the intersection of Mississippi Street and East River Road. The plan is to go to the Plats & Subdivisions - Streets & Utilities Subcommittee and will come back to the Council with their recommendations. 2. PROPOSED PLANNED DEVELOPMENT: INNSBRUCK NORTH, ACRES, INC: MOTTON by Councilman Sheridan to set the Public Hearing for the rezoning (ZOA ik67-14) proposed Planned Development for Innsbruck North by Acres, Inc. for December 11, 1967. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upan a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirk[�am declared t[�e motion carried. MDTLON by Councilman Samuelson to receive and file the minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting of November 9, 1967, Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. DANGEROUS BUILDING ACTION POR 6015 - 2z SEREET NORTHEAST: Councilman Liebl said that he has brought this property to Ehe attention of the Counc�l by asking the City Manager to put �t on the agenda. He said ' this building is not up to standards and is an eye sore for the City. He said that there were nice homes on exther sxde of this building. The City Attorney said he had prepared a petition for condemnation and requesting the removal of the building based on the report. � i '� REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, NOVENiBER 2�, 1967 PAGE 14 ' MOTION by Councilman Liebl to authorize the City Manager to sign the petition for condemnation of the building at 6015 - 2z Street Northeast on behalf of the City, Seconded by Gouncllman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, thexe being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. 'iL•Z:7 The date of the hearing was set for December 11, 1967. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to adopt ResoLution �F�193-1967. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried SUPPLEMENT TO PRELIMINARY REPORT ON WATER UTILITY; Councilman Lieb1 said that the Council has received a supplementary to the preliminary report from Comstock & Davis which is a report taking an honest look at the Cities policy on supplying the City water. He said that the well system was decided on in 1954 for economy aad the City must make the best of it, and now look ahead and develop a program to provide the necessary capacity for the future. He said that the quality of the water should be looked at also. The City Engineer reviewed the growth of the water system, and said that , there is no capacity left for we11s at the present location, but that the Locke Park area would be a possibiLity. He said that it will be a Couacil decision on whether a complete iron removal treatment will be done, or if the water will be mixed in the summertime and have a partial treatmeat. He said th7.s was a matCer of economics as a complete treatment is very expensive. He said there would also be the decision of providing one well or isolated wells in different locations. He said they would need guidelines, and then make test borings to test wtiere water is available, He said they felt there was enough money from revenue bonds for exploratory work. Mayoz Kirkham said�that this item should be diswt.ssed very thoroughly, and felt it was an iCem for a workshop discixssion. Councilman Sheridaa agreed that it should be discussed thoroughly, and that they investigate the quality of the water the City wants before they embar}c on a program. Couttcilma❑ Lieb1 suggested that this item be discussed more fully at the end of the regular agenda for the evening, and the Council agreed. CITY CODE FEET� blayor Kirkham said that this amendment is for clarification, so that the City does not have two different sidewalk widths. ' MOTION by CounciLman Liebl to adopt the Ordinance Amendment upon ftrst reading, waiving the reading. Seconded by Couacilman Sheridan Upon a roll call vote, Kirkham, Liebl, Samuelson, Sheridan voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. � �, , ; 1 k� id REGULAR COiTNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 20, 1967 79 =AN EMERG � . � L:�l•� PAGE 1S Councilman Liebl asked if this ordinance �ust concerned snow plowing or if it regulated parking for the whole year around. Mayor Kirkham pointed out Section 76.05 on Prohibition of Parking. The City Attorney asked the Chief of Police to comment on this. Chief McCarthy said that the reason for this ordtnance was that it was impossible to enforce our ordinance for snow removal. He explained that it may not be snowing when people go to bed at nLght, but when they wake up they find their car hauled away for snow removal. If these people knew they could not park on the streets, there would not be this problem. He said that the Council could decide on the policy of whether it is to be enforced in the sixmmer. He said that this ordinance would also do away with the semi-truck parking that the Police Department has been getting complaints about. Councilman Samuelson said he agreed with this approach, as it would give the City a tool to use if necessary. Councilman Sheridan said he did not agree with it, because the people pay for concrete curb, gutter and streets, and then are told they cannot use them. He said there are sane 3-car families that cannot park off the stxeet. He said he could agree if they only enforced the problems, Ch�ef McCarthy said that other commun�ties have this type of ordinance, and the enforcement of it is up to the Council. Councilman Liebl said he would like to see it enforced in w�nter, but otherwise he felt that people should be able to park in front of their own ho�les. Mayor Kirkham said he would prefer t�o see it enforced as stated. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt Emergency Ordinance ��379, waiving the reading and publish. The motion was seconded, and upon a roll call vote, Kirkham, Liebl, Samuelson and Sheridan voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. CHANGE ORDER ��M-4 - FRIDLEY CIVIC CENTER: Councilman Liebl said that he had suggested at the last Council Meeting that an agreement be reached that would do �ustice to both parties. He saxd he would like to see the contractor that did the work get paid, but that the �architect should probably be penalized. Councilman Sheridan asked if the sub-contractor had been �azd for this revisiun. The Finance Director said he had not. Councilman Sheridan asked the City Attorney if the architect was acting as an agent for the City, so that the City is liable. The City Attorney said he felt the City would be liable to the subcontractor, but it would have a separate quarrel with the architect. The Council discussed the moneq sti11 owed to Smiley & Associa;es, and withholding some of it until this is settled. The City Engineer said he will have the fYgure sti11 owed to Mr. Smiley at the next meeting. , LJ NIOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive the communicatioa from 5. C. Smiley and Associates, and table action until the next Council Meeting, and request the Administration to find out how much money is still owed to S. C Smiley , as this is his error. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ' � � REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 20, 1967 SETTING VACATION HEARYNG (SAV ik67-04 HAROLD W. HARRIS): � c d � r, PAGE 16 MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to set the Vacation Public Hearing as �equested by Harold W. Harris for December 11, 1967 at 8;00 P.M. Seconded by Council- man Liebl. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared Che motion caxried. CLAIMS: MOTION by CounciLman Samuelson to approve for payment General and Public Utilities Claims �F13212 through �r�13474. Seconded by Councilman SherLdan. IIpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried, MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to approve for payment Liquor Claims ik1652 through i61708. Seconded by Councilman Lieb L Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried LICENSES: Councilman Samuelson questioned what the liv�_tack license requested by Gary McCready was for Mr. McCready, 1500 69th Avenue Northeast, was presenY at Che Council Meeting and said that the license was for 8 pleasure horses which he kept. He said they have Ueen there all summer, but he had �ust learned he needed a license. He said that ehe Building Inspector had inspected the facilities and thought they were adequate MOTIDN by Councilman Samuelson to approve the following Licenses: LIVESTOCK Gary McCready 1500 69th Avenue N.E. Fridleq, Minnesota EXCAVATING G. L. Contxacting, Inc. 4347 Shady Oak Road Hopkins, Minnesota GENERAL CONTRACTING Statewide Contractors, Inc. 4221 Excelsior Blvd. Minneapolis, Minnesota Dean L. Witcher, Inc. 400 2nd Avenue South Minneapolis, Minnesota Morris Ovick 6801 Hickory Street N E. Minneapolis, Minnesota by; Gary McCready by; Gilbert Swanson by: R. G. Foss by: Dean L. Witcher by; Morris Ovick N�W NEW RENEWAL NEW RENEWAL •�, � � , � :.� ,�� REGULAR COUNCIL MEETIT4G, NOVEMBER 20, 1967 MASONRY PAGE 17 G,7erstad Masonry 6331 Brooklyn Drive Minneapolis, Minnesota by; Luverne G�erstad RENEWAZ The motion approving the licenses was seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. ESTIMATES: Councilman Samuelson asked what work Hoffman Electric Company, Tnc., had left on the Civic Center. The City Engineer said the parking 1ot lighting had to be done, and there was minor work left in the building. Councilman Lieb1 asked if the quality of work on Hugo Street done by Dunkley SurEacing Company has been inspected. The City Engineer said that this was only a partial estimate as the work is not completed yet, MOTION by Councilman Liebl to approve the following estimates: D. M. Noyes Construction Company General Contractors 100 West Franklin Avenue Minneapolis, MinnesoLa Fridley Civic Center - Certificate No. 11 (11-2-67} Harry S Horwitz & Co., Inc. Mechanical Contractor 1411 - llth Avenue South riinneapolis, Minnesota Fridley Civzc Center - Certificate No. 10 (11-2-67) Hoffman Electric Company, Inc. ELectrical Contractors Anoka, Minnesota Fridley Civic Center - Cextificate No. 10 (11-2-67) Periad 10-1-67 through 10-31-67 D. W. Harstad Company 7101 Highway %65 I'ridley, Mznnesota 55432 Estimate -0kl (Final) Foundation for the Tin Sutler Building $11,160,00 $ 8,644.05 $13,441.00 $ 2,150.00 1 � �� � , ' REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, NOViMBER 20, 1967 Nodland Associates, Inc. Alexandria, Minnesota �„ �� � -�_ PAGE 18 Estimate �'k2 (Fina1) for work completed for construction of Alternate ��1, Melody Manor Park Improvement Pro�ect P-1, according to contract. $ 586.50 Northern Asphalt ConsCruction Company 1631 66th Avenue Northeast Fridley, Minnesota 55432 Estimate �F2 (Partial) Street Improvement Pro�ect No. ST. 1967-4 according to contract (64th and Sth) Dunkley Surfacing Co., Inc. 3756 Grand Street Northeast Minneapolis, MLnnesota Estimate -0�4 (Partial) Street Improvement Pro�ect ST. 1967-, (Rainbow Drive, 61st to Comet, 63rd - University Service Road to Sth Street, Arthur - Mississippi Street to north property line of Rice Crekk School. Hugo Street - East Rzver Road to east end of street, and Civic Center parking loC) Comstock & Davis, Inc. Consulting Engineers 1446 CounCy Road "J" Minneapolis, Minnesota 55432 For the furnishing of resident inspection and resident supervision for the staking out of the construction work for: Estimate �r�4 - Stoxm Sewer Improvement Pro�ect No. 87 from October 2, 1967 through October 28, 1967. (Ely & Ruth Street area) Estimate i�7 - Sanitary Sewer, Water « Storm Sewer Improvement Pro�ect No. 84 from October 2, 1967 through October 28, 1967 (Baker Avenue between Osborne Road & 75th extended east, Onondaga be��aeea Central and Stinson, etc ) $ 6,213.16 $20,417.79 $ 1,455.50 $ 232.50 L,stimate �'�4 - Stoxm Sewer Improvement pro�ect No 82 from October 2, 1967 through October 7_8, 1967 (Target, Cheri Lane) $ 163.00 Estimate ��5 - Water Improvement Pro�ect No. 75-G from October 2, 1967 through October 28, 1967 (Fencing and Landscaping - area of Commons Park, Filtration P1ant, and Reservoir) $ 40.OD �F-� ,� � � �c- REGULAR COUNCIL MCETING, NOVEMSER 2Q, 1967 PAGE ly �stimate �k7 - Street Improvement pro�ect No. St, 1966-5 from � October 2, 1967 through October 28, 1967 (Innsbruck Sth) $ 10.00 The motion to approve the estimates was seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. APPOINTMENT• MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to concur with the following appointment• NAME POSITION SALARY REPLACES $etty J. Johnson Accountzng Clexk $317.00 Donna M. Fluck 4433 University Avenue Special Assessments per Apt. 4k:?O1 month Minneapolis, Minnesota Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. Councilman Liebl asked if the Administration'had considered new applicants for a �anitor. The City Manager said that the position is being advertised, DISCUSSION OP SPEED LIMITS AND ACCI➢ENTS ON T.H. 4k65 AND T.H, ik47: ' Mayor Izirkham drew the Council's attention to a copy of a letter prepared by the City Manager, addressed to the State Highway Commissioner, requesting reduced speed limits on T.H. �F65, and T.H. r'�47. The Council discussed signal lights that will be placed at several locations. Mayor Kirkham said that even with signal lights the speed limits should 6e reduced. The City Manager outlined the reasons for the request as mentioned in the letter. MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to concur with the requested speed limit reduction, and authorize the Mayor to sign the letter to the State Highway Commissioner and State Legislators. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATION WITH SEVERAL CHANGES FROM ORIGINAL - MOON CORPORATION: The City �,ngineer explained that the contractors had run into a complex problem when they started digging for the basement. He said that evidently the topography map was not correct, and the building is too close to the bank which goes down almost 30 feet. He said their request is to move the 6uilding ahead about 10 feet and in addition they want to put 16 garages in the rear instead of a parking strip in front of the building. He said the setback wi11 sti11 be within the requirements. He felt this was a good improvement and wi11 get the building onto solid ground. MOTION by Councilman Ltebl to concur with the recommendation of the City , Engineer and approve the requested changes and the Building Permit for a building at the corner of Anna Street and Charles Street as requested by the Moon Corporation Seconded by Councilma❑ Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Pfayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 20, 1967 E � ; �� PAGE 2� ' COMMUNICATIONS; (A) MINNESOTA HIGHWAY DEPARTML�NT: TRAFFIC SIGNALS AND LIGIITING FOR T.H. -0F47� The City Engineer said that there is a disagreement with Columbia Heights on the signal lights at 53rd and T.H. ��47. He said that if the City had received approval from Columbia Heights, we would have had the signal by now. He said he understood that Columbia Heights feels that as long as the whole facilitp is in Fridley, they do not want to particzpate, hut the Highway Department feels that since one signal drains onto their cornex, they should pay. Mayor Kixkham said that he would be speaking to the Mayor of Columbia Heights, and would poiat out that the signals would be serving Yheir citizens also. There was a discussion of signals at other intersections, and when they will be operating. MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive the communication from the Minnesota Highway Department. The moCion was seconded, and upon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried. (S) MINNESOTA HIGHWAX DEPARTMENT: CSAH 1- TRAFFIC VOLUME: MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive the communication from the Minnesota Highway Aepartment dated August 17, 1967 Seconded by Couaczlman Sheridan, ilpon a voice vote, there being no nays, Mayor T:ixkham declared the motion carried. � FURTHER DISCUSSION OF SUPPLEMENT TO PRELIMINARY REPORT ON WATER UTILITY: The C1.ty Engineer explained that there will be three questioas for the Council to decide: Whether they want complete iron removal treatment which is extremely expensive, or mixing the water for a partial treatment for a 7 month period. He said that only 2 wells are used in the winter and 9 in summer, and if a complete treatment is used this would mean that the facility would be standing by doing nothing 7 or 8 months of the year The other �uestion would be whether to put we11s in the Locke Park area or have isolated we11s in different locations. He explaiaed the three orlginal proposals that had been presented to the Council in 1959 for their decision; buying all the water from Minneapolis, taking it from the river, ox digging wells He said that the well system had been decided upon as the cheapest investment He said that if ehe concept for the future is a complete treatment, we11s must be found in one well field similar to waht we have in Commons Park, and if they do not use a complete txeatment, isolated areas can be found for the high peak time. There was a long discussion between the Council, City Engineer, Consulting Engineer and his assistant about the present system in use, otier possible systems, the cheapest sysCem which would be mixing the water and building wells when needed, or the most expensive system of going to the river and , building a treatment plant to augment Che present supply and using the present system as a standby for spr7�nkling. Mr Comstock said that it would be a Council dec.Lsion on what they want to service the people with Zt was suggested that a study he authoYized. The CouncLl felt this needed a lot of discussion until the matter is resolved, � F�� r REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, NOVEMBER 20, 1967 COMMUNICATION TO COIINCILMAN SHERIDAN FROM LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR GOET,',: Councilman Liebl called the Council's attention to a letter Councilman Sheridan had received from Lieutenant Governor Goetz congratulating him on his re-election, and said the Council should be honored by this letter. Mayor Kirkham read the letter out loud. THANKSGIVING DAY MESSAGE; Mayor Kirkham read a message he had prepared addressed to the City Council, people of Fridley, and the Administration expressing best wishes for an en�oyable Thanksgiving Day. ADJOURNMENT: PAGE 21 There being no further Uusiness, Mayor K�rkham declared the Regular Council Meeting of November 20, 1967 ad�ourned at 12;53 A.M. F:espectfully submitted, `✓�7•��; �� ����r,,%, Mary Lu S�rom Secretary to the Council '� �' / ' � ;� � i ����yL �! l � i GiLi. �.-. �� L ` � � ,=Jack 0. Kirkham ��-- � MAXOR 1 � ,