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, THE MINUTES OF THE REGULFIR COUNCIL MESTING OF MARCH 15, 1971
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Kirkham lead the Council and t.he audience in saying the Pledge of Allegiance
to the Flag.
INVOCATION:
Reverend Bergren, Redeemer Lutheran Church offered the Invocata.on.
Mayox Kirkham called the Regular Council Meeting of March 15, 1971 to order at
7:55 P.M.
ROLL CALL:
MENIBERS PRESENT: Harri5, Breider, Kelshaw, Kirkham, Liebl_
MEMBERS ABSENT. None
APPROVAI, OF THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL ME�TING OF MARCH 1, 1971_
, MOTION by Councilman Breider to adopt the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting
of March 1, 1971 as presented. Seconded by Councilman Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote,
all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
Mayor Kirkham said that the following items are to be addefl •
2DA. A Resolution Authorizing and Directing the Splitting of Special Assessments
on Part of Lot 10, Parcel 2025, Auditox's Subdivision '�10 and Replatting
into Rega.stered Land 5urvey #27.
20B. A Resolution Establishing Working Conditions, Wages, and Hours for Employees
Employed by the Municipal Liquor Store (On Sale)
20C. A Resolution Establishing Working Conditions, Wages, and Hours for Employees
Employed by the Municipal Liquor Store (Off Sale)
F. Under Communications: Receiving 1970 Liquor Financial Report.
MOTION by Councilman Sreider to adopt the Agenda as amended. Seconded by Councilman
Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
VISITORS:
� Arnold Gilbertson: Lot Split Request for Lot 5, Block l, Elwe11's Riverside
Heights:
NOTE. This Lot Split was approved on June 6, 1966 granted to A1 Forsythe & Sons -
L.S. #66-07.
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Mr. Gilbertson explained that this lot split was granted splitting one lot into �
three. Now he would like to split the lot making two larger lots. He felt that
splitting into three would make the size of the lots too small. Splitting into
two larger lots would also fit into the neighborhood better, as the other lots in
the area are larger. This lot shows a split into three lots at the City level,
but at the Register of Deeds, it is still one lot. The deed has not been filed.
The City Engineer asked that Mr. Gilbertson supply the adequate documents to his
office. Mayor Kirkham commented that this split seems to be an improvement over
the old split already approved.
MOTION by Councilman Aarris to approve the Lot Split on Lot 5, Block l, Elwell's
Riverside Heights Addition making the lot into two, rather than three, requested by
Arnold Gilbertson, subject to his furnishing the Engineering Department with the
adequate documents. Seconded by Councilman Kelshaw. Upon a roll call vote, Kelshaw,
Kirkham, Liebl, Harris and Breider voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING ON REZONING REQUEST ZOA #71-01 BY VIKING CHEVROLET TO REZONE FROM
M-2 HEAVY INDUSTRSAL� TO C-2, GENERFIL BIISINES5 AREA FOR PART OF THE NW'� OF THE
NW% OF SECTION 2, T-30, R-24:
Mayor Ka.rkham read the notice of hearing aloud. The City Engineer said that this is
a request for a rezoning to commercial from heavy industrial and showed the area
on the overhead screen for the Council and the audience. The Planning Commission �
wncurred with the request of the applicant. The property would be used for a new
car sales business. He showed the Council some preliminary layouts for the
proposal they have. He said in regard to road patterns, it would make no difference
whether the area developed industrial or cormnercial, roads would be needed.
Mr. Wyman Smith, Attorney far Viking Chevrolet, was present and said that he had
with him Jerry Brady, Vice Presa.dent and General Manager of Viking Chevrolet and
Tom Boemer of Balco Building Systems. He then showed the Council a layout of
their plans. He said that Viking Chevrolet was previously located on (Yand
Avenue in St. Paul, and now plan to move to Fridley. This sa.te location has
been approved by General Motors. The building itself would be raised four feet
above University Avenue, and the land around the building will slope away.
They have purchased land around where the building would be located for visibility.
The builda.ng would be about 35,000 square feet. They hope to get approval so they
can start construction this spring. There are a number of things that need to be
worked out There is water available but the sanitary sewer will probably have
to come from the N.S.S.S.D. lines along the railroad tracks. They plan to dedicate
a frontage road. The total depth of the property is 600 feet from Una.versity
Avenue, and they plan to set the building back 100 feet from the service road.
This is the land that was in the osiginal park land acquisition proposal, then
later dropped. He said that he felt that it would be a benefit to the City of
Fridley to have a General i�lotors agency located here. This is something Fridley
does not have.
Councilman Harris asked how this facility would compare with Iten Chevrolet in ,
regard to size. Mr. Brady said that Iten Chevrolet is aUout 50,000 to 55,000
square feet, so this facility would be about 70�. The City Engineer commented that
to the west of tha.s parcel is the land the City is purchasing for public use
and to the north is the property the service organization is interested in.
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' Councilman Liebl asked Mr. Smrth how many acres they have. Mr. Smith said 23
acres. Councilman Liebl then asked how much Viking Chevrolet plans to invest in
the building. Mr. Brady said for just the building, approximately � million.
Councilman Liebl asked if they would be franchised and Mr. Brady said that they
would move their franchise from St. Paul. Councilman Liebl asked how many
employees they anticipate. Mr. Brady said 53 employees, �hey plan to enlarge
their facilities over that presently in St. Paul. Councilman Liebl said that
there is a lot of land open, why did they pick this particular site? Mr. Brady
sazd that it a.s situated well on the highway, and there a.s a proposed shopping
center to go in �ust kitty corner from there in Blaine. Gerierally speaking,
General Motors likes sites that have a close proximity to a shopping center.
Counmlman Liebl asked what was their dollar volume. Mr. Brady said 3'� million
last year. Mayor Kirkham asked where the used car lot would be and Mr. Brady
answered that it would be on the north side.
Councilman Breider asked Mr. Boemer what the building would be constructed of.
Mr. Boemer said that the show room front would be glazed, and the front portion
oP the service area will be masonry. The two side walls and the rear wall will
be curtain wa11.
Councilman Harris asked what were the plans for the areas north and south of the
structure. Mr• Brady said that they intend to leave it as it is as this would
enhance the exposure to the site. Mr. Smith added that this is one of the reasons
th�s site was picked.
� It was pointed out that the "Welcome to Fridley" sign would be right where the
building would be and Counmlman Aarris asked if there would be any ob�ection to
moving it to the north or south. There was no ob�ection expressed.
Council.man Liebl asked if this would be in School District #16 or #11. Mr. Smith
said that it was in District #16.
Councilman Liebl said in regard to utilities, he understood that they could get
water. The City Engineer said that there was a water line running on the south
side of the property. There is no drainage or sanitary sewer system built. If
the Council approves this request, there will have to be a sanitary sewer line
run and they will have to be psovided with road access. Councilxnan Liebl
questioned where the storm sewer would go to serve this area. The City Enqineer
said that this would depend on the development, but this facility would not
create any new problems. I3e said as to the sanitary sewer, they could connect
onto the line running along the railroad tracks. Councilman Lieb1 asked if
Viking Chevrolet were willing to pick up their assessments and Mr. Smith said yes.
He suggested that instead of running the sanitary sewer in 83rd Avenue, dropping
it down, so the City would not have the assessments for the park land. They
would not need it anyhow. Then it would also serve the owners �ust south of
83rd Avenue. They are willing to 7oin in a petition for these facilities.
Councilman Liebl asked if the plans for water and sewer were feasible from an
engineering standpoint. The City Engineer said yes, in the latter part o£ the
Agenda is a resolution authorizing a complete study for this particular area.
� This study wa.11 show what a.s the most economical and best suited locations for
sanitary sewer fox tha.s area. Councilman Liebl said that if the Council rezones
this property, they will have to be served with services. The City Engineer
pointed out that whether it is rezoned or not, when this property develops,
there must be services provided.
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Councilman Breider asked what are the storm sewer plans in regard to an open
ditch vs. a closed syst�n. The City Engineer said that it would depend on how
the property to the west develops. There would be no point in piping the water
in the park. To the south there would have to be a piped system. There is a
ditch coming from Blaine called County Ditch #17, along with some other drtches
in this entire area. This particular piece of property is fairly high, and will
not cause any drainage problems.
Mr. Smith said that his client has an option that expires May lst, and asked
that this request be expedrted.
The City Attorr.ey asked if they plan to buy the west g of the property. Mr.
Smith said no, Mr. Barbush still owns the westerly �.
The Crty Engineer saa.d that he wanted to point out that there are some problems
with access, and the road layout, and he will work with them and the Planning
Commission on this. The applicant seems to feel a service road is needed.
Mr. Eldon Schmedeke (Planning Commission) said that he was not here to question
Mr. Smith or Viking Chevrolet, this is probably an ideal business for the area.
He said that he is not fond of the spot picked as a site. He wondered if people
have been informed that they will be assessed for storm sewer. Mayor Kirkham
pointed out that eventually everyone in the City will be assessed for storm sewer
as it goes in. Mr. Schmedeke said that he felt that the people should be notified
before something like this is done. The City must be prepared to serve them with
a sanitary sewer system. He said that they have stated that if the City cannot
put in a system on time, they will put in their own. He felt that a cesspool
would create a pollution problem. The people �n this area would like to know if
they are going to be assessed. He thought that there were still many loose ends.
He questioned whether there would be a loopback through the property where the
service organization is hoping to go directly to the north.
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MOTION by Councilman Liebl to close the public hearing on the rezoning request by
Viking Chevrolet. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried and the hearing closed at 8:30 P.M.
ORDINANCE #474 - AN ORDINANCE UNDER SECTION 12.07 OF THE CITY CHARTER TO VACATE
STREETS AND ALLEYS AND TO AMEND APPENDIX C OF THE CITY CODE: (SAV #70-05�
Jeroslaw Abramshuk)
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt Ordinance #474 on second reading, waive the
reading and order publ.ication. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon a roll call
vote, Liebl, Harris, Breider, Kelshaw, and Kirkham voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
ORDINANCE #475 - AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 32 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF
FRIDLEY BY PROVIDING FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE FIRE PREVENTION CODE� EDITION 1970
AS RECOMMENDED BY THE AMERICAN INSURANCE ASSOCIATION AND ADDING $ROVISIONS RELATIVE
TO THE SALE, TRANSPORTATION AND USE OF EXPLOSIVES AND AMMUNITIONS:
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Ordinance #475 as amended by the City
Attorney on sec�nd reading, waive the reading and order publication. Seconded
by Councilman Kelshaw.
The City Attorney pointed out that there is an exemption provided for the loading
of shells. This exemption applies to the buyer, not the seller.
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' Mr. Richard Harris asked that the Ordinance be read, which Mayor Kirkham did.
UPON A ROLL CALL VOTE, Kirkham, Liebl, Harris, Breider, and Kelshaw voting aye,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
RECEIVING AGREEMENT REGARDING REZONING OF THE PROPERTY AS PER REZONING REQU�ST
ZOA #70-06� BY SID BADER TO REZONE FROM R-1 TO R-3 THE SOUTH 301 FEET OF LOT 4,
AUDITOR'S SUBDIVISION #108:
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ORDINANCE #476 - AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THE CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY
MINNESOTA BY MAKING A CHANGE IN ZONING DISTRICTS: (Sid Bader)
The City Engineer said that there were copies of the executed agreement in the
Council Agenda. This is an agreement he felt should be agreed to by the property
owner to protect the interests of the City of Fridley. If the Council is
satisfied with the agreement, they would need to authorize the signature of the
Mayor and Acting City Manager.
Councilman Liebl asked if this agreement would be binding, or if the property
owner could come back later and make changes. The City Attorn�y indicated he felt
that it would be legally binding, and meets all requirements.
' MOTION by Councilman Breider to authorize the Mayor and Acting City Manager to
sign the agreement and adopt Ordinance #476 on second reading, waive the reading
and order publication. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a roll call vote,
Harris, Breider, Kelshaw, Kirkham and Liebl voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared
the motion carried unanimously.
FOR REAPPROVAL OF EAST RAIVCH ESTATES SECOND ADDITION PLAT:
The City Engineer said that this plat was approved in 1969. The property owners
are now requesting reapproval as they are ready to file the plat. He pointed
out that there is a small portion of property zoned industrial within the loop-
back at 79th Avenue and questioned whether the Council would wish to make this
parcel larger so that it would meet the industrial zoning requirements. For
industrial zoning it is 2/10 acre short. By increasing it, it would make the
parcel larger so that something other than a gas station could be built. The
utilrties have been put in as requested by the property owner. There is water
and sewer but no drainage facility at this time. The Planning Commission is
currently undertaking a complete study of this whole area. He then showed the
plat on the screen and pointed out where the different zoning catagories are.
Councilman Harris said that he was not necessarily advocating gas stations but
could they be precluded on a parcel so small. The City Engineer said that if it
was made 1'� acres, it would be an attractive industrial site for a small business.
There should be some policy set up on where gas stations should be allowed, and
if any more should be allowed in the City. He said ha.s question is whether it
� should be left at 1.3 acres, or should they be advised to increase it. Council-
man Kelshaw asked if it would be any hardship to make the parcel larger. Mr.
Schroer indicated that it would be no hardship. He said that this site would
not be attractive for a major business. The City Engineer said that it would not
be large enough for a ma7or business, but would be more for a machine shop or a
small manufacturing business. Mr. Schroer said that the road could be moved so
that the parcel would meet the requirement for industrial ronlnq.
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The City Engineer said that the Planning Commission will be studying this whole
area this Wednesday. If the Council reapproves the plat, the Planning Commission
should take another look at it. It has been two years since this area has been
reviewed.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to reapprove the plat sub7ect to the Planning
Commission's submitting their ideas and recommendations. Seconded by Council-
man Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried unanimously.
REQUEST FOR REMOVAL OF MATERIAL AND GRADING OF THE PROPERTY ON LOT 10
SUSDIVISION #22, SECTION 13� REQUEST BY ED CHIES:
The City Engineer showed the area on the overhead projector and said in 1965 -
66 he was issued a Land Alteration Permit and at that ta.me had submitted a bond.
Now there is additional survey information inda.cating some excess material could
be taken out without seriously affecting the grades. The request is now to
remove this excess material from the property. He said that if the Council
allows the removal of the material, he would suggest a time limit.
Councilman Harris asked i£ they were covered by a bond now. The City Engineer
said yes, by the same old bond. The bonding company has been concerned and would
like to see this commitment ful£illed. The City Attorney said that he had been
in touch with the bonding company the last two - three weeks. They axe interested
in qetting this completed so they can discharge their obligation. The bond is
in effect and valid. Mayor Kirkham asked how long it would take, Mr. Ed Chies
said hopefully, this construction season they should be done.
Mr. Duane Olson said that he has been working with Mr. Chies. He said that he
believed Park Construction wants to take out some 4,000 yards immediately. He
added that he was no longer with Comstock & Davis, Ine. He said that the grades
have been discussed with the City Engineer to determine what was available. He
said that he has shot the elevations on the property and the grades and slopes have
Ueen set. Iie said that their study shows an excess of 39,OD0 cubic yards of
material on the entire site. Their plans involve grading at a 2 to 1 slope on
the side slopes. There is a considerable amount of material on the south side
of the property that would not have to be removed. He thought it may be some-
thing less than the 39,000 yards, the questions are: how much material can be
removed and what is the ultimate disposition of the property to be? They would
now like to request permission to remove the material to meet the City require-
ments for street grades.
Councilman Liebl said that the City has had problems in this area before. He
asked if they feel that 39,000 is what they want to remove. What if they need
some additional material to fill in the low areas? Mr. Olson said that they
estimated that the total is 53,000 cubic yards and some of this would be used
as fill. They must allow for shrinkage and the loss through compaction. This
would be the absolute maximuri. He pointed out that the south portion is partially
wooded.
The City Enga.neer saa.d that he wanted to make it perfectly clear that they would
not have to remove anything. The 39,000 cubic yards is the absolute maximum
they could remove, and he thought that a more realistic figure would be more
like � o£ that amount. The Council should also make a deternunation on the
quantity they will allow to be removed.
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� The City Attorney said that he recalled that many neighbors were very unhappy
with the dust problem when they hauled before. He asked what route would be used
to try to eluninate this problem. He suggested that if approval is given there
should be written affirmation that the bond still covers the work.
Counailman Harris asked how it would be determined how much has been removed.
The City Engineer said that there would be poants established and they could
visually see if the plan is being followed. He emphasized that 39,000 is the
absolute maximum and a more realistic figure would be about 25,OOD cubic yards.
Councilman Kelshaw said as far as the grading was concerned, would it be a problem
to them to grade to the C�.ty standards and only then take out what was left over.
He said that he understood that permission was given before, and the Crty
Engineer said this was true. He added that they should be tied down to some
schedule. He felt that it would be best to fill in the low areas first by taking
the material off the higher land, but they seem to £eel that this is not
economically Peasible. He pointed out that they have not lived up to their
original permit. The bond is now four years old, and their past record has been
poor. There have been problems with their meeting their commitments and complaints
of neighbors. The bonding company is now putting pressure on them to get this
work completed.
Mr. Ed Chies said that he has spent the money to get a plan and they now have a
good plan. He added that he took this pro�ect over. Councilman Kelshaw asked
� who had the ora.ginal agreement. The City Engineer said that the permit was to
Les Chies and was made out to Chies Brothers Inc. in 1965. Councilman Kelshaw
asked what was his timetable. Mr. Ed Chies said that they hope to be all done by
next fall. He added that he had Mr. Olson start the work for him about six
months ago, and that he has done everything the City has asked him to do. He
said that there would be no trouble with the bonding company. Mayor Kirkham said
that they were told 5- 6 years ago that the work was going to be done next
month. Mr. Ed Chies saa.d that he did not say that. Mayor Kirkham said that he
would like to see the evidence first and have the holes filled first before any
excess is hauled away. Mr. Chies said that this is why he hired an engineer.
Mr. Olson said that previous to this time nothing had been shot, and there was
no knowledge of what they had. Now the elevations have actually been shot and
they have a plan. These were actual field shots. Mayor Ka.rkham asked if these
were not still estimates. NLr. Olson said that there is about 30o allowed for
shrinkage. Tha.s is somewhat variable, but quite predictable. Mr. Chies added
that up to now there has never been a final grade set.
Councilman Breider asked if he has anything to do with the property behind 73rd
Avenue. Mr. Chies said that he is trying to find out who owns the ditch. The
City Engineer said that this is a public watesway.
MOTION by Councilman Kelshaw to grant permission on the basis that the property is
to be brought to City standards before any excess material is hauled out. Also
that the hauling is to be done by August 15, 1971 wa.th the pro�ect completed by
October 30, 1971. They are to water the roadway to keep the dust problem down out
� of consideration for the neighbors and to try to get access to haul over the
Park Construction property. Seconded by Councilman Liebl.
Mx. Olson then brought the map to the Council table fox a short dascussion.
Councilman Liebl said that he did not want under any circumstances to have them
have to haul material back in. Mr. Olson said that it would be no hardship to
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follow the suggestions set out in Councilman Kelshaw's motion. Councilman
Kelshaw asked that when the holes are filled, to report to the City Engineer
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Nir. Chies said that he had planned to grade as he hauled out. If he finds that
he cannot meet the deadline, he said he would come back before the Council. He
said that they plan on following the plan drawn up by Mr. Olson as he felt that
it was a good plan, and he spent his good money for it. Councilman Liebl asked
him if he understood that he is supposed to water the road and NLr. Chies said yes.
The City Engineer said that the bonding company should write the City a letter
stating that they will extend the bond until the end of the year so the City is
pxotected. Councilman Kelshaw asked what xoute they would use for hauling and Mr.
Chies said through the Park property out to Rice Creek Road.
THE VOTE upon the motion, being a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unan�.mously.
REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OP TIME LIMIT REQUIRED TO SUBMIT FZNAL PLANS FOR TOWNHOIISE
DEV�LOPMENT ON LOT 3 AND LOT 4, BLOCK 2, HAYES RIVER ADDITION. REQUEST BY EMIL
S. NOVAK•
The Crty Engineer explained that the zoning ordinance requires the submission of
a final plan within 90 days after the approval of the preliminary plans by City
Council. The preliminary plans were approved December 3, 1970. He said that they
had trouble in respect to satisfactory moxtgage financing.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to grant a 45 day extension of time to Emil S. Novak
for a townhouse development on Lot 3 and Lot 4, Block 2, Hayes River Addita.on.
Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE BUILDING STANDARDS - DESIGN CONTROL SUBCOMMITTEE
MEETING OF MARCH 4, 1971:
The City Engineer explained that the first item, Five Sands request to construct
a recreational building, was approved in concept only at this Meeting and was
again considered at the March 10, 1971 Meeting, so this rtem can be taken up by
the Council under those minutes.
CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A TEMP�RARY STORAGE BUILDING TO BE
LOCATED ON LOT 5� BLOCK 4, COMMERCE PARK, THE SAME BESNG 7300 COMMERCE
TANE, FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA. (REQUEST BY MINCO PRODUCTS, 7300 COMMERCE LANE,
FRIDLEY� MINNESOTA):
The City Engineer said that Minco is requesting permission to put up a temporary
metal building. The Bua.lding Board granted approval for three years only and at
the end of that time they are to either remove the building or come back before
the Council and request an extension. The building would be 12' R 111' and would
be used for storage.
Councilman Breider asked what they plan to store in the building. Mr. Karl
Schurr, President of Ma.nco, said that they plan to store articles that are not
used every day, but they do not want to discard. He said that they may have to
expand in from three to £ive years if they continue as they have been. The need
is not great enough at this time to �ustify expansion. Councilman Harris asked
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' if they would get rid of it in three years time. Mr. Schurr said either that
or move it to the back of the lot. Councilman Harris said that he would not want
it moved to another part of the lot. N1r. Schurr said that if they expand in the
future, they would have no need for it. Councilman Kelshaw asked why not add to
the building now. Mr. Schurr said mainly because o£ the cost. They would like
to use this temporary measure for a few years. The building would be baked on
enamel with a green roof, and would be a garage type building.
Councilman Kelshaw asked if they were to add onto the building, does the Ordinance
allow subleasing? The Mayor said no.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve the construction of a temporary metal
building for Minco Products, Inc., with the condition that under no circumstances
is that building to be on the property after December 31, 1975. Seconded by
Councilman Kelshaw.
Nlr. Schurr submitted a letter of intent to the Council and asked that tha.s be
held in lieu of a performance bond.
THE VOTE upon the motion, being a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanixnously.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive the letter from Karl Schurr, Minca Products,
Inc. dated March 15, 1971 and concur. Sewnded by Councilman Kelshaw. Upon a
' voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive the Minutes of the Building Standards -
Design Control Subcommittee Meeting of March 4, 1971. Seconded by Councilman
Breider. Upon a voice vote, all vot�.ng aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE BUILDING STANDARDS - DESIGN CONTROL SUBCOMMITTEE
MEETING OF MARCH 10, 1971:
WNSIDERATION OE A REQUEST TO CONSTRUCT A RECREATIODi BUILDING FOR AN APARTMEDST
COMPLEX LOCATED ON LOTS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, AND 6, BLOCK 2; PEARSON'S 1ST ADDITION
AND PARCEL B400, S'� OF SECTION 3, T-30, R-24, ANOKA COUNSY, MINNESOTA, THE
SAME BEING 7805 - 7895 EAST RIVER ROAD, FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA. (REQUEST BY
FIVE SAN➢S DEVELDPMENT� 2408 CENTR7IL AVENUE� MINNEAPOLIS� MINNESOTA):
The City Engineer said that this request is by Five Sands on 79th Avenue and East
River Road. They have already built some of their buildings, and are now pro-
posing to build the recreational building. He then showed the Counca.l what the
building would look like at the Council table. He said that it would be a brick
building with a hip xoof. The Building Board recommended approval sub�ect to,
if there is any refuse problem, they are to provide screening. He said that he
would like to add the condition that they dedicate some easements for turning
movement at Lincoln Street and 79th, and he would like to work with them for an
exchange of property on the property to the west. It is a small triangular piece
' of property on the southeast corner of East River Road and 79th Way.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve the request for construction of a recreational
building by Five Sands sub�ect to the Board's restriction and the City Engineer's
suggestions. Seconded by Councilman Breider.
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Councilman Sreider said that there have been some problems with the financing
of Phase II. He questioned if he anticipated any problems in regard to financing
and access with Phase III, IV, and V. Mr. Ken Nordling said that they wanted a
second access onto 79th Way for convenience. This problem came up when they tried
to get the F.H.A. financing. There are different mortgages for Phase I and II.
He said that they did not anticipate any further problems. Mr. Fudali did
request a study be made on the east side of 79th. The City Engineer said that this
is part of the area given to the Planning Commission for their study and recom-
mondations. Mr. Nordling said that if 79th Avenue goes through to University
Avenue, it would be to everyone's advantage for them to have access to 79th.
THE VOTE upon the motion, being a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive the Minutes of the Building Standards -
Design Control Subcommittee Meeting of March 10, 1971. The motion was seconded
and upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF MARCH 3, 1971:
The City Engineer said that there was only one item that would need Council action.
REZONING REOUEST, RZCHLAND, INC. BY R.C. ERNST. ZOA
The City Engineer said that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the
rezoning request, so Council action would be to set the public hearing date.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to set the public hearing date of April 12, 1971 for
the rezoning request by .Richland, Inc. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a
voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to recea.ve the Minutes of the Planning Commission
Meeting of March 3, 1971. Seconded by Councilman Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote,
all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE BOARD OP APPEALS MEETING OF MARCH 9� 1971:
1. A REQUEST FOR VARIANCE OF: SECT20N 56.05� 3B� FRIDLEY CITY CODE� TO INCREASE
TFIE MAXIMUM HEIGAT OF A FREE STANDING 5IGN FROM 25 FEET TO 28 FEET 3 INCHE5
AND SECTION 56.05, 3B, FRIDLEY CITY CODE, TO INCREASE THE MAXIMUM SIGN AREA
IN C-25 ZONING FROM 100 SQUARE FEET TO 112 SQUARE FEET TO ALLOW THE ERECTION
OF A FREE STANDING SIGN ON PART OF LOT 5, AUDITOR'S SUBDIVISION #153�
ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA, THE SAME BEING 5203 CENTRAL AVENUE N.E.., FRIDLEY�
MINNE50TA. (REQUEST BY TWIN CITY FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSN., 801
MARQUETTE AVENUE, MINNEAPOLIS� MINNESOTA):
2. A REQUEST FOR A VARIANCE OF SECTION 56.05� 3B� FRIDLEY CITY CODE� TO INCREASE
THE MAXIMUM SIGN AREA OF A SECOND FREE STANDING SIGN FROM '� THE AREA OF
TFIE FIRST SIGN WHICH IS 50 SQUARE FEET TO 59 SQUARE FEET TO ALLOW THE ERECTION
OF A SECOND FREE STANDING SIGN TO SE LOCATED ON PART OF LOT 5� A.S. #153,
ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA� THE SAME BEING 5203 CENTRP.L AVENUE N.E.� FRIDLEY�
MINNESOTA. (REQUEST BY TWIN CITY FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSN., 801
MARQUETTE AVENUE, MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA)•
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The City Engineer said that these variances are requested by Twin City Federal
Savings and Loan Assn. They have standard signs they use that are slightly
larger than the Fridley Code allows. He then showed the Council wkiat the signs
would look like.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve the variances requested by Twin City
Federal. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive the Minutes of the Board of Appeals
Meeting of March 9, 1971. Seconded by Councilman Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all
voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanunously.
RECEIVING BIDS FOR STREET SWEEPER: (Bids Opened March 3, 1971, 11:00 A.M )
Trade Name of
Bidder Surety Equipment Net Price Delzvery Date
Zeco Company Cert. Ck. M-B Cruiser 1$13,805.00 45 Days
9033 Lyndale Ave. So. $691.00
Minneapolis, Minn.
Hayden Murphy Equip. Co.Seaboard Mobil Model $14,550.00 30 - 45
9301 E. Bloomington Fwy.Surety Co. 1TE3 Days
Minneapolis, Minnesota 5g B.B.
MacQueen Equipment Co. Aetna Cas. Elgin Pelican $16,440.00 45 - 60
595 Aldin St. & Surety 111 Calendar Days
St. Paul, Minn. So B.B.
Hall Equipment Co. Aetna Cas. Wayne 1-973 $14,390.00 7- 8 Weeks
2360 Hwy. 100 So. & Surety
Minneapolis, Minn. 5% B.B.
The Acting City Manager said that the recommendation of the Director of Public
Works and the Purchasing Agent is to accept the bid by MacQueen Equipment Co.
This piece of equipment will dump directly into a dump truck, and is the only
one that does. It has it's own box. Mayor Kirkham asked if this was specified
in the specifications. The Acting City Manager said that it was allowed either
way as they wanted a cost comparison for both methods of disposal.
The City Attorney raised the question of what will happen if the low bidder says
he met specifications.
Mr. Marty Martin, Zeco Company, said that they bid the truck type sweeper vs. the
loader type. They were the low bid and they met Fridley's specifications. He
felt that they were the lowest responsible bidder. His equipment takes the load
to the dump itself rather than dumping into a truck or on the street. The Pelican
III still requires a dump truck. He said that they were the low bidder and did
follow the specificata.ons and felt that they were entitled to the award.
The Acting City Manager read from the Proposal which called for either method
of disposal. The Public Works Director feels that the Pelican III would save
time and money. The operation using a dump truck would give more flexibility.
Councilman Harris said that there seemed to be some confusion in what was asked
for in the bidding.
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MOTION by Councilman Harris to refuse all bids. Seconded by Councilman Kelshaw
Mayor Kirkham asked the City Attorney if all the bids could be refused. The City
Attorney said yes, if the Proposal states an either/or situation, then the Council
will have to accept the low bid that meets specifications. If the Council is not
willing to accept an either/or basis, then the specifications should be more
specific.
A Respresentative from MacQueen Equipment Co., said that they also met all
specifications. The main feature with their equipment is that the sweeper can
stay on the �ob all the time and can sweep twice as many streets as the truck
type. He pointed out that it is getting close to spring clean-up time.
Councilman Harris said that a street sweeper is in the City's budqet and the
City will be going out for bids again very soon.
THE VOTE upon the motion, being a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
DISCUSSION REGARDING T.Ii. #65 SIGNAL AT 61ST AND CROSS-OVER AT 63RDc
The City Engineer said that last month he submitted a proposal in regard to
providing a signal at Rice Creek Road and T.H. #65. One condition of the
Highway Department's was the closing off of the cross-over at 63rd Avenue. At
that time the Council indicated that they were not asking for the 63rd Avenue
cross-over to be eliminated, but they wanted the signal at 61st. He then handed
out an accident summary of accidents on 63rd Avenue and Rice Creek Road inter-
sections with T.H. #65.
Councilman Kelshaw said that he la.ved on West Moore Lake Drive, so would this
be considered a conflict of interest. The City Attorney said no, only if he had
income property.
The City Engineer said that there were 33 accidents since January 1, 1970 at
the 61st and T.H. #65 intersection with one fatality which was the first one for
this year. Out of the 33 accidents, 1� were failure to yield. When it was
discussed bringing this road through, the Highway Department indicated they would
like to eliminate the 63rd cross-over and bring the traffic down to 61st.
He then asked Dick Elasky, District Traffic Engineer, to give their point of
view. He added that there is a layout of the area on Page 41 of the Agenda.
Mr. Dick Elasky said that whenever a signal is considered, traffic counts are
made. 63rd Avenue does not come close to meeting warrants but combining 61st
and 63rd, it more than meets the warrants necessary. Cross street volumes at
61st exceed 63rd by twice the amount. In discussing the accident rate, there are
considerably more accidents on 61st than on 63rd. He said that you must consider
the street signal continuity in regard to 61st. At 63rd Avenue there is no street
system, especially on the west side. The question is the elimination of the
cross-over at 63rd Avenue. It must be looked at from the safety approach.
There would still be right hand turns. He said that it was difficult to change
the habits of the motorist. The Highway Department feels that it is 7ustifiable
and reasonable to remove the cross-over at 63rd, and the advantages outweigh the
disadvantages.
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' Councilman Harris said that this has been discussed by the Council previously
and the determination made by the Council was that they did not want to act to
close off 63rd, but the Council does want the signal at Rice Creek Road. If
Mr. Elasky feels that this should be closed off, that is the determination of
the Highway Department, not the Council. The request for closing off 63rd should
not come from this Council. The burden should not be placed on the Council,
but on the Highway Department.
Mr. Elasky said that they feel that this is the proper action to take. From the
accident statistics a person can see that they should act to reduce accidents
at the intersection of 61st. Ae said that the municipalities always ask for
involvement in the actions taken by the Highway Department, so the City of
Fridley has an obligation also. Councilman Harris said that people have voiced
their ob7ections to closxng off 63rd. He did not want to be put in the position
of trading one street for another. Fridley is not closing 63rd, the Highway
Department is.
Councilman Breider said that the Junior High school children use the cross-over
at 63rd Avenue and he was curious to sea what route the children would take then.
Mayor Kirkham said that if there were signals at 61st, it would make a safer
crossing for them. He added that he was not sure that removing the cross-over
at 63rd would reduce accidents, what would reduce the aecidents would be the
signal at 61st. If the Highway Department feels they must close off 63rd, that
is their decision.
, Councilman Breider asked a.f Mr. Elasky was stating that they would not put in
the signal unless the cross-over is eliminated. Mr. Elasky said that he could
present only what the proposal states and was not in a position to negotiate.
Councilman Breider said that with the fencing along University Avenue the
Highway Department put it in with the understanding that if it did not improve
the accident statistics, they would consider taking it down. Cou1d there be
an agreement that they would leave 63rd Avenue open until it is proven a detriment?
Mr. Elasky questioned how is a detriment to be determined.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to request the Minnesota Highway Department to install
the signal at Rice Creek Road and T.H. #65 and the Council does not request the
closing of the 63rd Avenue intersection at this time. Seconded by Councilman
Liebl. Upon a voice vote, Harris, Breider, Kirkham and Liebl voting aye,
Kelshaw voting nay, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
RECESS:
Mayor Kirkham declared a recess from 10:15 P.M. to 10:30 P.M.
RESOLUTION #29-1971 - A RESOLUTION 5UPPORTING SENATE FILE 765 AND HOUSE FILE
1125:
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to adopt Resolution #29-1971. Seconded by Councilman
Harris. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
' carried unanimously.
CONSIDERATION OF PAYING NSP ELECTRIC BILL:
Councilman Harris said that he had requested that this item be put on the Agenda.
There are gentlemen in attendance from NSP present tonight. He said that fie was
concerned as the Council has become a laughing stock of a number of people in
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regard to the contract NSP has with the City for the elimination of the 115 KV '
line. He has seen no physical work to remove the high tension poles and he wondered
if the Council should take some forceful action to expedite this.
Mr. John Pearce, Northern States Power Company, said that they have done some
work mainly toward removing the 115 KV line off Una.versity Avenue. The work was
done so far to show N5P's good intentions. They have ordered the material and it
has been laying on the job site since October. Until recently they had no perma.t
to build the line. By the first of May they could get it built, but they could
not energize rt. The problem has to do with the induction interfexence with the
railroad signals. This problem has gained national attention, and is not only
going to affect us here, but throughout the United States, based on what happens
here in Fridley. It seems redundant to say they are still studya.ng, but they
have been for the last two years, with the railroad. The 345 KV line has been
bua.lt but it cannot be energized until they resolve their problems with the
railroad. Until that time it is of no value.
Councilman Breider
energizing the 345
along the railroad
problem.
asked if he was saying that when they have approval for
KV line, they will also have approval for the 115 KV line
tracks. Mr. Pearce said yes, they are one and the same
Councilman Harris said that there has been much discussion about energizing the
345 KV line, but it is about 15 months past the deadline N5P said that they would
remove the poles from University Avenue and place them along the railroad tracks.
Fridley approved the contract, but he did not want them to think they were not
serious about making certain NSP fulfilled their agreement. He said that Council
does recognize their problems but to demonstrate to the public the Council a.s
concerned, he would suggest withholding payment to NSP to show the public the
Council is serious in trying to get NSP to live up to their part of the contract.
The Council will then be living up to their end of the bargain. Mr. Pearce
said that the agreement with the City of Fridley was, 13 month ago they were to
be in place contingent upon getting the right of way, but they still do not have
all the right of way. By May lst they could complete a portion of it, but they
could not complete it or energize it because they are still hung up on the right
of way Until they can energize both lines, they cannot take the power line down
from University Avenue or the City power supply would suffer. Councilman Harris
asked if they could not physically erect some of the poles, at least the publa.c
would know that NSP is trying to live up to their contract. Nlr. Pearce said that
they could build it along the railroad tracks, but they could not energize it.
He said that if this would help Fridley, they would be happy to do this. This
will add to the cost, but to show good faith, they will do it. Mr. Coleman,
NSP, said that some details have to be worked out relative to the existing facility
prior to the time they could erect the poles. They �ust received the temparary
erection permit last Friday, which has been approved and accepted by NSP. They
anticipate having that fully executed document by the end of this week. He said
that he would guarantee that the line would be under construction by May lst.
Councilman Liebl asked if he understood correctly that NSP still guarantees that
they will put up the line along the railroad right of way. Mr. Pearce said yes,
it will be under construction by May lst. Councilman Liebl asked if they would
put this in wrrtinq and NLr. Pearce said yes. Councilman Liebl said that he
understood that before they take the 115 KV line down along University Avenue,
they must have the line in along the railroad tracks to adequately serve the
people in the area. Councilman Harris said that if they could see the 115 KV
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' line up, then when the 345 KV line is energized, the 115 KV line would be also,
and there would not be a construction lag.
Councilman Harris said that he was going to move that Fridley not pay the NSP
bill until they could see some work done, but based on the discussion with John
Pearce, HE WOULD MOVE to wait until May lst, when it should be back on the Agenda.
Councilman Kelshaw asked the Crty Attorney if Fridley could withhold payment from
NSP. The City Attorney said that NSP could then invrte Fridley into litigation.
He added that they signed an agreement that upon completion of the 345 KV line,
they would energize the new line and take down the old line. One paragraph
provides for their getting the necessary right of way. He said that he would have
to review the contract, but he recalled that the construction has not proceeded
on the timetable the Council envisioned. Councilman Liebl asked if Fridley were
in a position to do as Councilman Harris suggested. The City Attorney said, if
they were willing to accept the consequences, which might be litigation.
Councilman Harris pointed out that NSP would not want the newspapers to state
that NSP is in default of their contract. By January 15, 1970 the la.ne on
University Avenue was to have been removed.
Councilman Harris asked if they could energize the line now, how soon would they
take the line ciown from University Avenue. Mr. Pearce said 3- 4 months, if
they had permission right now, they would still have to get the cable. Council-
' man Kelshaw asked why the line has not been ordered before now. Mr. Pearce said
that it is not known right now what plan they are going to follow. Mr. Coleman
added that there is a physical conflict that will necessitate relocation to a
slight degree. The underground cable will replace the overhead lines. Council-
man Breider asked what was the problem if this is to go underground. Mr. Coleman
said that the railroad circuits are overhead and these cannot be taken down until
the new line is laid. There is a physical conflict with the existing overhead
circuits. They cannot activate until the buried cable is in place. Councilman
Breider asked how long it will take to run the cable. Mr. Coleman said that the
railroad is installing the cable. He added that there is a meeting scheduled in
New York in regard to the induction problem. Councilman Breider asked how close
are they on their plans for the cable. Mr. Coleman said that these matters have
been considered, but there have been no final tests at this time. Councilman
Breider asked what was the lead time. Mr. Coleman said that they know the number
of wires in each of the cables, but the specific tests on the cable have not
been determined. Mr. Pearce said that the cables will be owned, installed and
bought by the railroad, NSP will pay for it but it will belong to them.
Councilman Harris read from the agreement which says that the 115 KV la.ne is to
be completed concurrently wrth the 345 KV line. In 1967 the Council passed a
resolution and the Council has not demanded much since the contract was drawn up.
There has been no physical work on the poles or the lines. Mr. Coleman said that
that line will not be energized until an agreement is reached with the railroad,
either the 345 KV line or the 115 KV line. They go hand in hand. It will take
6 weeks to rebuild the 115 KV line. To show NSP's concern for Fridley's problem,
' even though they have not reached complete agreement wrth the railroad, they
will start the 115 KV line.
Councilman Kelshaw said that he did not think Fridley could hold back on payment
of the bill, and he could not second the motion. He asked the City Attorney
what the Council cauld do to speed this up and insure that the poles would be erected.
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The City Attorney said that if work has not commenced on the 115 KV line by the
time the 345 KV line is up, then an in7unction could be sought because NSP has
not kept thear agreement with Fridley. If the construction is under way on the
115 KV line by May lst and if the 345 KV line is not activated prior to their
removing the 115 KV line, they are still substantially behind schedule.
Councilman Liebl said that he would like to have NSP state why they are not able
to complete the pro�ect at this time. Mr. Pearce said that this is an entirely
new concept and a great deal of time has been consumed with study. Ae said they
were very concerned with the 345 KV line as they need it for the Monticello plant,
and is a very important part of their system.
Councilman Harris said that if there is work startied by May lst he would be
satisfied, and he still wanted it back on the Agenda May lst, but he would
WITHDRAW his motion. The £irst meeting in May the CouncZl would re-evaluate what
has been done to date. He added that his comments were not directed to anyone
special, but it is part of his �ob to see that a contract is carried out.
Mayor Kirkham said thank you to Mr. Pearce and N1r. Coleman for coming be£ore the
Council.
REVIEW OF FIVE YEAR SIDEWALK PROGRAM AND EVALUATION OF THE POLICIES FOR THE
ASSESSMENT, IMPROVEMENT, AND MAINTENANCE OF THE SIDEWALKSo
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to table consideration of this item. The motion was
seconded and upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayox Kirkham declaxed the
motion carned unanimously.
RESOLUTION #30-1971 - A RESOLUTION OIDERING PRELIMINARY PLANS� SPECIFICATIONS�
AND ESTIMATES OF THE COSTS THEREOF. WATER, SANITARY SEWER AND STORM SEWER
PRQTECT N0. 102:
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution #30-1971. Seconded by Councilman
Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION #31-1971 - A R�SOLUTION ORDERING PRELIMINARY PLANS� SPECIFICATIONS
AN➢ ESTIMATES OF THE COSTS THEREOF: WATER� SANITARY 5EWER AND STORM SEWER
PROJECT NO. 103.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution #31-1971. Seconded by Councilman
Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION #32-1971 - A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING MUNICIPAL STATE AID STREET:
(Main Street from 79th Avenue to 83rd Avenue)
MOTION by Counci]man Breider to adopt Resolution #32-1971. Seconded by Councilman
Harris. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION #33-1971 - A RESOLUTION AU`l'HORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SPLITTING OE
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS ON LOT 1, BLOCK 2, RIVERWOOD MANOR ADDITION:
MOTION by Councilman Breider to adopt Resolution #32-1971. Seconded by Councilman
Harris. Upon a voice vote, all ayes, Mayor Ka.rkham declared the motion carried.
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RESOLUTION #34-1971 - A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE SPLITTING OF
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS ON PART OF LOT 10, PARCEL 2025, AUDITOR'S SUSDIVISION ,�10
AND REPLATTING INTO REGISTERED LAND SIIRVEY NO 27:
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution #34-197L Seconded by Councilman
Breider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION #35-1971 - A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING WORKING CONDITIONS, WAGES, AND
HOURS FOR EMPLOYEES EMPLOYE➢ BY THE MUNICIPAL LIQUOR STORE (ON SALE)_
MOTION by Councilman HaYris to adopt Resolution #35-1971. Seconded by Counci]man
Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION #36-1971 - A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING WORKING CONDITIONS, WAGE5 AND
HOURS FOR EMPLOYEE5 EMPLOYED BY THE MJNICIPAL LIQUOR STORE (OFF SALE):
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution #36-1971. Seconded by Councilman
Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
CONCEPT APPROVAL OF PUBLIC WORKS UNION CONTRACT:
The Acting City Manager said that Local #49 had accepted the City Manager's offer
on an area wide basis. THis would not be the complete and final contract at
this time, this would be brought back to the City Council at a later date.
MOTION by Councilman Kelshaw to approve the concept of the Public Works Union
contract. Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a voa.ce vote all voting aye,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motian carried unanimously.
APPOINTMENTS:
Name Position Effective Date Replaces
Clyde V. Moravetz Sr. Engr. Aide March 1, 1971
Richard Lovberg
MOTION by Councilman Breider to concur with the Administration in the appmntment.
Seconded by Councilman Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
CLAIMS:
MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve payment of General Claims #24614 through
#24725 and Liquor Claims #5376 through #5440. Seconded by Councilman Breider.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried
unanimously.
� LICENSES
Cigarette
Don's Gulf Station
53D0 Central Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
By: Donald Michaels
Approved By
Police Chief
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LICENSES CONTINUED:
Moon Plaza Restaurant
6215 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Handy Superette
6253 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Food Bonanza
250 Osborne Road
Fridley, Minnesota
Fridley Auctions
7500 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Sandee's Cafe
6490 Central Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Pilgrim Cleaners
5251 Central Ave
Fridley, Minnesota
Skywood Mall
52nd & Central
Fridley, Minnesota
Barry Blower
99 77th Way
Fridley, Minnesota
Burger King
6410 Universrty Ave.
Fridley, Minn.
Snyder's Drug Store
6582 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Atlantic Spartan Store
5351 Central Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Dealers M£g. Co.
5130 Main St.
Fridley, Minnesota
Metro 500, Inc.
5333 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
By: Ronald Weis
By: David Schwappach
By� Culver Davis Jr.
By: Cyri1 Link
By: William Weiss
By: United Vending
Bya Twin City Novelty
By: Deming Amusement
By: Burger King Corp.
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
By: Snyder's Drug Stores, Inc. Police Chie£
By: Twin City Navelty
By: SirVend, Inc.
By: Susy-Q, Inc.
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
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LICENSES CONTINUED:
Cigarette
Bruce's Mioo Ind. Oa.l
6500 East River Road
Fridley, Minnesota
Target
755 53rd Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Les'5 Standard Station
7680 Hwy. 65
Fridley, Minnesota
Frontier Club
7365 Central Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Frontiier Steak House
7365 Central Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Holiday Auto Center
57th & University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Aoliday Service Station
5807 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Holiday Village North
250 57th Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Knights of Columbus
6831 xwy. 65
Fridley, Minnesota
Penny's Supexmarket
6540 Oniversity Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Georges Texaco (PDQ)
6D71 Tlniversity Ave.
FrLdley, Minnesota
Mr. Steak
5895 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Moore Lake Union 76
5695 Hackmann Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
By: Bruce Behnke
By: Target Stores
By: P & R Vending
By: Marlene Povlitzki
By: Marlene Povlitzki
By: Eagle Industries
By: Central Service Co
By: Erickson Brothers
By: North Air Hame
By. Penn-Fridley
By; Sames Ailgendorf
By: Robert Schachtschneider
By: Richard Kyro
Approved By-
Police Chief
Police Chie�
Pola.ce Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police ChieP
Police Chief
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LICENSES CONTINUED:
Cigarette
Piggly Fliggly
5251 Central
Fridley, Minnesota By: Piggly Wiggly Midwestern
Red Owl
6525 University zave.
Fridley, Minnesota By: Red Owl Stores, Inc.
Chuck's Gulf
7315 Hwy. 65
Fridley, Minnesota Sy: Charles Sordan
J.unbo's Pizza
248 Mississippi St.
Fridley, Minnesota By: James Schooley, Sr.
Club 47
6061 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota By: Robert Snyder
Fridley Mumcipal Liquor Store
6481 Universrty Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota By: Florence Engelbrecht
Fridley Municipal Liquor Store
3710 East River Road
Fridley, Minnesota By: Florence Engelbrecht
Fridley Municipal Liquor Store
6161 Hwy. 65
Fridley, Minnesota By: Florence Engelbrecht
Rapid Shop
6530 East River Road
Fridley, Minnesota By: Irving Goldberg
Railroad Accessories
4650 Main St.
Fridley, Minnesota By: Griswold Coffee Co.
FMC Corp.
48th & Marshall
Fridley, Minnesota By: Canteen Co. of Minn.
Strite-Anderson
7585 Viron Road
Fridley, Minnesota By: Servomation Twin Cities
Onan Corp.
1400 73rd Ave.
Fridley, Ma.nnesota By: 5ervomation Twin Cities
Approved By
Police Chief
Police Chie£
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Cha.ef
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
Police Chief
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' LICENSES CONTINUED:
Cigarette
Maple Lanes
6310 Hwy. 65
Fridley, Minnesota
Food Establishment
Holiday Service Station
5807 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Snyder's Drug Store
6582 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
McDonald's
5831 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Mr. Steak
5895 University Ave.
, Fridley, Minnesota
Sandee's Cafe
6490 Central Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Don's Gulf Station
5300 Central Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Shar's Snack Bar
52nd & Central Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Rapid Shop
6530 East River Road
Fridley, Minnesota
FMC Corp.
48th & Marshall
Fridley, Minnesota
Fridley Dairy Queen
280 Mississippi St.
Fridley, Minnesota
� Maple Lanes
6310 Hwy. 65
Fridley, Minnesota
Approved By
By: The Moore Way Vending Co. Police Chief
By: Central Service Co. Health Inspector
By: Snyder's Drug Stores, Inc. Health Inspector
By: McDonald's of Mpls
By_ Robert Schachtschnea.der
By: William Weiss
By: Donald Michaels
By: Sharlene Clochie
By: Irving Goldberg
By: Canteen Co. of Minn.
By: Ernest Fitch
Health Inspector
Health Inspector
Health Inspector
I3ealth Inspector
Health Inspector
Health Inspector
Health Inspector
Health Inspector
By: The Moore Way Vending Co. Health Inspector
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LICENSES CONTINUED:
Food Establishment
Columbia Arena
7011 University Ave.
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Approved By
Fridley, Minnesota By. The Moore Way Vending Co. Health Inspector
Red Owl Store
6525 University Ave.
Eridley, Minnesota By: Red Owl 5tores, Inc.
Holiday Auto Center
Hwy. 694 & University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota By: Eagle Industries
Moore Lake Union 76
5695 Hackmann Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota By: Richard Kyro
Club 47
6061 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota By: Robert Snyder
Pilgrim Cleaners
5251 Central Ave.
Fridley, Minnesoat By: United Vending
Taxicab
Columbia Heights Cab
903 40th Ave.
Columbia Heights, Minn. By: .7ohn LaMont
Used Car Lot
Smitts Motor
5649 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota By: Wallace Schmedeke
Service Station
Ron's Standard
6490 [lniversity Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota By: Roland Cox
Steiger & Gertzen Garage
6519 Central Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota By: Ernest Gertzen
Off Sale
Snyder's Drug Store
6582 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota By: Snyder's Drug Stores, Inc
Health Inspector
Health Inspector
Health Inspector
Health Inspector
xealth Inspector
Police Chief
Building Inspector
Police Chief
Fire Inspector
Buildang Inspector
Fire Inspector
Building Inspector
Police Chief
Health Inspector
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LICENSES CONTISSIIED
Off Sale
Red Owl Store
6525 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Public Dxinking
Club 47
6061 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Fireside Rice Bowl
7440 Central Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Tavern
Club 47
6061 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
On Sale
Club 47
6061 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Sandee's Cafe
6490 Central Ave.
Fridley, Minnesota
Garbage Pickup
Ace Solid Waste
121 105th Ave. N.W.
Minneapolis, Minn.
Lofgren Sanitation
9100 Flanders St.
Blaine, Minnesota
By: Red Owl Stores, Inc
By: Robert Snyder
By: Glenn Wong
By: Robert Snyder
By: Robert Snyder
By: William Weiss
By: Dean Warden
By: Harland Lofgren
Approved By
Police Chief
Health Inspector
Police Chie£
Health Inspector
Police Chie£
Health Inspector
Police Chief
Health Inspector
Police Chief
Health Inspector
Police Chief
Health Inspector
Police Chief
Health Inspector
Police Chie£
Health Inspector
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Heating
Ryan Air Conditioning, Inc.
9240 Grand Ave. So.
Minneapolis, Minn. By: Thomas J. Ryan Plumbing Inspector
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to approve the licenses as presented. Seconded by
Councilman Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried unanimously.
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ESTIMATES:
Weaver, Talle & Herrick
6279 University Avenue N.E.
Fridley, Minnesota 55432
February Retainers and for Services Rendered
Boda Construction Company
11260 Buchanan Road N.E.
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55433
PARTIAL Estimate #1 for the furnishing of labor
and materials for the construction of the 24'X40'
warming house and summer shelter building
Comstock & Davis, Inc.
Consulting Engineers
1446 County Road "J"
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55432
PARTIAL Estimate #4 £or Sanitary Sewer & Storm
Sewer Improvement Pro]ect #100 from February 1
through February 27, 1971
PARTIAL Estimate #10 for Water Improvement
Pro7ect #95, Schedule B from February 1 through
February 27, 1971
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$ 2,281.30
$ 7,128.OD
$ 163.15
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$ 1,840.92
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to approve payment of the estimates as presented.
Seconded by Councilman Breider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
COMMUNICATIONS:
A. ANOKA COUNTY SUPT.: BUNKER PRAIRIE PARK AVAILABILITY
MOTION by Councilman Breider to receive the communication from the Anoka County
Park Superintendent, David L. Torkildson, dated February 26, 1971. Seconded by
Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Harris requested that this communication be referred to the Parks �and
Recreation Department.
B. NEW BRIGHTON- NO ROAD CONSTRUCTION PROPOSED AT THIS TIME: (FROM BORDER TO
SILVER LAICE ROAD) :
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive the communication from New Brighton Village
Manager, Robert W. Schaefer, dated Eebruary 26, 1971. Seconded by Councilman
Kelshaw. Opon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
Mayor Kirkham questioned if Viewcon did not have the right to build a road on
their own property. The City Attorney said that this road could be forced in.
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, He thought they anticipated that this might happen. The City Engineer said that
before the permit is issued, they would have to post a bond, and the road would
have to be built according to Fridley standards. He said that he met with Viewcon
and advised them to work with the Village of New Brighton. Their attorney is going
to meet with the village attorney, so that he can advise the New Brighton City
Council on what their stand should be and what riqhts they have.
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C. REPRESENTATIVE FRENZEL: REVENUE SHARING
MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive the communication from Representative
Frenzel dated February 24, 1971. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Kirkham said that he did not subscribe to the theory of revenue sharing,
but he would abide by the wishes of the Council. Councilman Harris asked what
the County League of Municipalities has done. Mayor Kirkham said that they have
taken no action yet. Councilman Harris asked that the Admina.stration offer
their recommendation. Councilman Breider said that he would like to know the
consequences o£ this free money. Is there a danger that it would be cut off
some two years hence? A city might end up with a situation where a program is
started, then they are unable to finish. He understood there were no strings
attached_ Councilman Bxeider asked the Acting City Manager to research this and
bring it back to the Council.
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MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive the communication from Dr. Akbar dated
March 6, 1971 along with the papers he submitted. Seconded by Councilman Liebl.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor I:irkham declared the mdtion carried
unanimously.
Councilman Liebl said that the next night there is a meeting of the Locke Lake
Association and Dr. Akbar should be in attendance.
�. MINNESOTA ASSOCIATION OF ELECTRIC COOPERATIVES_ UTILITY REGULATION
MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive the memorandum from the Minnesota Association
of Electric Cooperative5, Jacob Nordberg, President, dated Maxch 1, 1971. Seconded
by Councilman Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared
the motion carried unanimously.
F. 1970 LIQUOR FINANCIAL REPDRT:
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive the 1970 liquor financial report. Seconded
by Councilman Kelshaw. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared
the motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT:
, There being no further business, Mayor Kirkham declared the Regular Council
Meeting of March 15, 1971 ad7ourned at 11:40 P.M
R�ectfully submitted,
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, ue�rcer
Secretary to the City Council
.Tack O. xirkham
Mayor