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02/10/1975 - 00015510e: TNE MINUTES OF THE PUBLIC HEARING MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF FEBRUARY 10, 1975 Ihe Public Hearing Meeting of the Fridley City Council of February 10, 1975 was called to order at 7:32 P M. by Mayor Nee. PIEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE rlayor Nee indicated he would apprec7ate it if the audience would �oin the Council �n saying the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. ROLL CALL: MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT ADOPTION OF AGENDA. Mayor Nee, Councilwoman Kukowski, Councilman Breider, Councilman Starwali, and Counc�lman Fitzpatr�ck. Nane. MOTION by Councilman Starwalt to adopt the agenda as presented. Seconded by Councilwoman Kukowski. UPON A UOICE VOTE, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the mot�on carried unanimously. PUBLIC HEARING: PUBLIC HEARING ON CONSIDERATION OF A PROP05AL FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NATIONAL GUARD ARMORY IN THE CITY OF FRIDLEV (TASLED NOVEMBER 18, 1974): ilayor Nee declared the Public Hearing open at 7:33 P.f1. The City Manager explained that in September of 1974, the Council had directed the City to send letters to surrounding communities to get their input as to their feelings toward a National Guard Armory. He stated there was a total of 60 organizations contacted, and in return received 14 responses - 8 had no commitment, 3 were for the Armory, and 3 were aga�nst I1ayor Nee said 7t was his understanding that the City of Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center were oppe�sed to the idea. He questioned whether Caon Rapids had been sent an inquiry. The C`ity Manager said all surrounding communities had been contacted; Coon Rapids, Blaine, Spring Lake Park, Mounds View, Wew Brighton. Mayor Nee read aloud the first paragraph of the letter that had been sent out to the surrounding corrmunities presented by the City Manager. Mayor Nee asked if any of the Council members wanted to speak on this matter. Councilman Starwalt said it may be a good idea to ask Mr. Cheesemaa to speak on joint activity with other communities. Mr. Cheeseman addressed the Council and stated they certainly were not aga�nst tt, but he felt communities could handle one alone. Mr. Nick �araffa stated he was again�t the Armory. He felt the City should look at projects that would benefit all the people. He stated there were only twenty or thirty local people who would ,7oin the Guard and the only people to benefit from it would be the �d�acent businesses. He directly asked the Council members not to vote the Armory in. Ile was disappointed wtth the idea of even 6ringing up the Armory again. Mr. Jack Kirkham, 430 67th Avenue NE, represeniing the Redeemer Lutheran Church, read aloud a resolution passed at their January 20, 1975 meeting, which stated that the tornado and flood emergencies of 1965 dem�nstrated the community need for buiidings such as churches, schools, and armory to serve as emergency headquarters. He stated that the Redeemer Luth�_ran Church congregation recognizes and appreciates the asststance and protection rendered by the National Guard during times of emergency. It was resolved that the Redeemer Lutheran Church congregation supports the burld�ng of a National Guard Armory in Fridley. Mr. Peter Treuenfels, 5460 7th Street NE, said he was present as a representa�ive for the DFL Clu6 of Fridley He said he wou7d like to bring out two points, one being the exact cost of the Armory, he felt the people had the right to know exactly what it is going to cost. He said there is quite a difference between $75,00o and $162,000. He said it had been mentioned that the National Guard Armory could be used as a dance hall, he felt this was fine but if that be the case, why not build a dance hall or youth center, not an Armory. Mr. Treuenfels said the DFL Club was opposed to the construction of a National Guard Armory in Fridley. ' � � � � � ��� U,�� PUBLIC HEARING MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10, 1975 PAGE 2 f�1ayor Nee asked if there were any comments from the public. Mr. i:enneth Sporre, 301 Ironton St., addressed the Council and stated his feeling that the schools could better be utilized to obtain the most of the people's tax money. Iie suggested using the school facilities that are available and sitting idle at some hours. He also suggested that the Council take a second look at the cost factors. i�e indicated not all the people were against an Armory, they were ,7ust against the Armory being located in Fridley. He suggested the poss�bility of using the Twin City Arsenal property for such an Armory. Mayor Nee indicated there had been some discussion on the possi6ility of locating the Armory on other sites with others participating in the pro�ect. lie indicated the response to this aspect of the question had been negative. Mr. virgil Nerrick, City Attorney, said the City Attorney from Columbia Heights was present to speak on the matter. h9r. Roland Kalina, Ccalumbia Heights' City Attorney, explained he was present on behalf of the Columbia He�ghts City Counc�l. f9r. Dennis Schnetder, 6190 Stinson Boulevard, commented he had seen a program broadcast by General Television in which the students at Fridley High School were interviewed about their school and City. He informed the Council that during this program, the main concern by the young people was that there was nothing for them to do in the City. i�ir. Schneider continued to state that under the current financial situation, he was against anything that would involve the taxpayer's money. He asked the City Council to consider a youth center or a swimming pool, or something that would be available for the people all of the time. t,ouncilman Starwalt asked what would be the next logical step in this considerrition. Mayor Nee said it was his understanding that the decision process would be next. Fle said if this is looked at favorably, this would mean the signing of a lease or the adoption of the resolution. Councilwoman Kukowski said it was her understanding that the City had only looked at one site. She asked if the C�ty had looked into the feasibility of the Arsenal property being used. The Public Works Director, Mr Dick Sobiech, said the City had reviewed all City owned sites in Fridley. Vfe also stated they had revtewed sites outside the City with negative response. Mayor Nee explained that during the last election campaign in November, he had tried to find out the publ�c's feeling on the proposal of the Armory being located in Fridley. He commented that a survey was taken and of those people who had strong feelings on the construction of an Armory, the vote was four to one, opposing. rle added, most of the people did noi have strong feelings concerr�ing the question. i�iayor Nee said he felt there was very little public demand for the Armory. Mr. dill �riggans, 1280 Hathaway Lane N. E., addressed the Council and stated he was a member of the Planning Commission and on January 22 the Planning Commission had discussed the proposal of the Armory. ile stated there is no facilities for the youth of the City and suggested the consideration of a �oint build�ng structure that could be used by the youth of the commun�ty, the community as a whole, and also in con,7unction with an Arrimry. He felt this proposal with joint funding should be investigated. i�1r. Driggans felt this �should t�F� cor.sidered and referred back to the Planning Commission for consideration on the funding aspects. He thought the costs should be compared with the question being answered on how much the C�ty would have to contribute in this type of youth center. Playor Nee replied that this had been explored and the National Guard was quite concise as to what they will finance. Mayor Nee said one problem is the cost of the land, presently being $50,000 with- out assessments. He commented this is a very expensive proposition. He stated if the City wanted a youth center, this must be solely funded by the City. MOTION by Councilwoman Kukowski to close the Public Hearing. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unantmously and the Public Hearing closed at 8:00 P.M Mayor Nee said this proposal will be on the February 24, 1975 Council agenda for consideration. uLD BUSINESS: PROPOSAL FOR DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH PARK AS A NA7URE CENTER AS DIRECTED BY RE50LUTION N0. 126-1974 FROM MEETING OF N�U�MBER 18, 1974 : HND �/ N s�, PUBLIC HEARING MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10, 1975 PAGE 3 RECEIVING RESOLUTION AND OTHER PERTINENT MATERIAL FROM SPRING BROOK PARK NATURE CENTER FOUNDATION: Mayor Nee said the Council was furnished with two proposals, one from the City Naturalist/Resource Coordinator, Mr. Dan Huff, and one from the Spring Brook Park Nature Center Foundation. Mayor Nee asked Mr. Huff to come forward and make a presentation. The Naturalist/Resource Coord�nator addressed the Ceuncil and summarized the City's ' consideration to hire a Naturalist and listed when this action had been taken. He also recalled that at the public referendum in November, it was decided that North Park be developed as a nature center. He indicated that the Spring Brook Nature Center Foundation feels that they should operate the nature center independenly through a lease agreement with the City. Mr. Huff said it was his recommendation that the City work cooperatively with the Foundation according to an agreement such as that on Appendix G of the Council agenda. Mr Huff pointed out the various funding shares w�thin the LAWCON Application to have 6een amended as follows: $275,000, the Federal share, $71,500, the State share, and $101,750, the City's share. He mentioned that future funding possibilities may include private contributions, State and Federal grants, and "user" fees from the various school districts. The Naturalist/Resource Coordinator said a survey on the use of the Park had been taken with the Fridley DFL, VFW, City of Coon Rapids, �oy Scouts and the area school Districts favoring the development of the nature center. He thought the City should be used as a vehicle to obtain additional grants through public funding. He pointed out that the City would provide police and fire protection. P1r. Huff said he had previously established a working relationship with the school districts and also with the officials and staff of Anoka County. Fle indicated there may be some problems in the City obtaining funding with the lease, but said there would be no hindrance at a71 to the Foundation's reaching their goals with the cooperative agreement with the City. He said he expected the LAWCON funding appTication to be redone and approved through the granting agencies. Mr. riuff presented 7nformation on the basic costs of a Nature Center Program and � mentioned if a �oint venture is desired, the City must decide what type of cooper- ative agreement should be offered. Mr. Huff questioned the amount of personrlel the City would provide and what leve7 of development should be guaranteed. Councilman Breider questioned the expenditure of $lOD,000 and asked if this was for the fencing. Mr. Huff explained that they had reviewed the fencing along with other alternatives for the 9,115 perimeter. He said this price indicated the cost of a six foot chain link fence without gates or corner posts. Councilman Breider asked where the price had been obtained from and the Pub7ic Works Director replied that this was through the Midwest Crown Iron Works Company. Councilman 5tarwalt questioned the statement that the gates and corner posts were not included and indicated he thought that this type of item would 6e what ran up the bill. Mr. Huff �ndicated that the fencing could be bid out for a more competitive price, Iiayor Nee asked if the fenc�ng would be professional installed and Mr. Huff sa�d yes. Mr. liuff continued to explain that this would provide the park with protection from snowmobiles,trai7 bikes and even horses. The question of whether or not it would be possible to have volunteer help work on the installation of the fencing and the City P�anager indicated the cost would 6e substanttally reduced if there were volunteer help utilized. ��iayor Nee referred to the amount of the total interpretation budget for the year 1975 and said he thought this was $91,000. Mr. Huff said this was the total requested budget, but th�s had been reduced to $47,OD0 with $15,000 for the tree disease program and $31,000 for the nature interpretive program. Mr. I{uff e�cpressed the opinion that if North Park were to be developed as a nature center in cooperation , w�th the Foundation, funds would �e realiocated, f�iayor Nee sa�d he did not get the feeling that the Foundation would accept a cooperative agreement. Councilman Starwalt questioned the number of people present from the Foundation who would be making the presentation to the Counci7. Dr. Richard Trezona, Chairman of the 5prin9brook Nature Center Foundation, approached the Council and congratulated Mr. Huff on his presentation. Dr. Trezona clearly stated that the Foundation did not care if they had a lease or not, ihey did want an agreement with the City so the Foundation could take part in the development of North Park. Dr. Trezona said he would like the Fridley City Council to have the ultimate say in the plans for the development of North Park. Dr. Trezona read aloud a letter of January 28, 1975 in which the Springbrook Nature Center Foundation was requesting permission from the C�ty Council to develop and operate a nature center in Norih Park. �r. !, Y 3 PUBLIC HEARING MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10, 1975 PAGE 4 Trezona expressed his feeling that it was very important to develop North Park without costs being paid by the taxpayers because the people were told that this area would be developed with no cost to them. He said the idea of the Foundation would be to o6tain the funding and then pay the bills. He added, in the cases where the City would be used as a vehicle in th� funding areas, the City would be reimbursed for the expenses involved. , Ur. Trezona said the Foundation would like to use the City's cler�cal help by running the Foundation's payroll through the City to take car�e of the insurance, tax decluctions, and pensions, etc. Dr. Trezona referred to the letter of February 4 and explained that the following data contained in the letter was a summarization of committee reports from members. One of the plans was the concept of education and recreation for children, students, and professional participants. Dr. Trezona said the nature center would be developed in line with the usage and also the possibility of what the center could become in the future. He said the cost could be extensive or minimal. Dr. Trezona said in discussions with various architects from the University of Minnesota, there was a wide variety of conclusions. I;e felt the nature center could and would be unique. Dr. Trezona pointed out that the finance committee had adopted goals for fund raising for the first year. Dr. Trezona emphasized that the center would be a new thing and mentioned the new concept in the construction of the self sustaining type of building as far as sewer, water, etc. lie mentioned that the Foundation was very energy conscience and hoped to construct this type of a facility. ur. Trezona mentioned the aspect of the center being an educational tool and doubted whether the City would want to get �nto the educatton business. iie mentioned the involvement of the school districts in the program and suggested a time table and schedule be set up to enable the various school districts to determine their needs. He expressed the hope that the school districts would become involved in the funding of the nature center after the needs are established. He mentioned he had not discussed this with all of the school districts. Dr. Trezona continued to explain that the Foundation would like to have a close working relationship and , cooperation with all governmental bodies. Ne felt there should 6e a liaison between the Foundation and the City. �r. Trezona further commented that the Foundation is a non-partisan, non-political organization and the Foundation is ready to cooperate with the City. �r. Trezona presented two structural charts to the Council on tYje screen which illustrated the organizational structure of the program He said all ma�or decisions would he channeled through the City Council. ur. Trezona referred to the second organizational structure indicating the Fridley City Council would be at the top of the organization. He stated the nature center director would be doing the managing and working with the Springbrook Park Nature Center. In addition, there would de employees and volunteers, partic�pating school districts, and various organizations. The bottom part of the chart outlined the origin of funds and service. Dr. Trezona stated that Dr. Walter Breckenridge from the University of Minnesota asked that Dr. Trezona bring up some comments at the current meeting. Dr. Trezona mentioned Dr. Breckenridge's concern of the restoration of the area. Dr. Trezona satd he wished to thank various people who were serving or willing to serve on the Foundation; Dr. Harrison, a volunteer; Mark Noble, student of botany; Mr. Winston Worden; Neil Christensen, student; Lyle Bi°aclley, science chairman; Dr. Dennis Holloway, Architect from the University of Minnesota; �vir. Donald Lawrence, Professor of Botany at the University of Minnesota; r1r. John Meyers, a consulting Engineer and school Board member of District #14; and William Pieper, banker. He mentioned Mr. Pieper had an extensive listing of siahtinas of birds in North Park. Dr. Trezona also thanked Mr. David Schaaf, State Senator, rirs. Jan Seegar, member of the North Park ad hoc Committee; Dr. Tordoff, Jack Velin, � Mrs. LeeAnn Sporre, secretary, and Mr. Don Savelkoul, legal advisor. Dr. Trezona explained through the help of Mr. Savelkoul, i;he Foundation had received IRS status. Dr. Trezona also pointed that there are seminars on fund raising for such projects conducted and the instructors are at the City's disposal. f-fe emphaaized that the Foundation and the City would have to cooperate in the success- ful execution of the plan. Dr. Trezona said he would be happy to answer any questions. Councilman Starwalt asked Dr. Trezona if he wanted the employees of the Foundation to be City employees receiving full benefits, but yet reimbursed 6y the Foundation� Councilman Starwalt asked if this was possible,had it been checked into? He asked why Dr. Trezona thought that this action would be an advantage to the Foundation. Dr. Trezona replied that in the early stages they would not have the structure ��J PUBLIC HEARING MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10, 1975 PAGE 5 �n their organization for withholding taxes, or a retirement benefit program, or an insurance program. Fle suggested a method be worked out through the legal department so that the Foundation employees salaries could be paid by the City. He said he was not sure if this would be feasible, but felt it would be more simply done through the City. Ur. Trezona said he was not asking that the Foundation personnel be City employees per se, he would just request that the accounting be handled through the City. The City would be reimbursed forthe use of the clerical help in the bookkeeping department. Councilwoman Kukwoski asked if the Foundation's program included the City Naturalist? Dr. Trezona said the program will have a nature center director. Dr. Trezona satd it did not include the City's Naturalist. Councilwoman Kukowski said that Mr. Dan Huff had been hired by the Council, and the he was over qualified for the remaining programs if North Park is turned over to the Foundation. Dr. Trezona explained he had no ob�ections to havinq Mr. Huff work for them. Councilwoman Kukowski asked if the Couctl would have any input on hiring a director? Dr. Trezona satd Council would have the final word. Councilman Fitzpatr�ck said that the Council had not heard the proposal or the lease agreement. Dr. Trezona said th� ease agreement was strictly proposal. Dr. Irezona read aloud part of the lease agreement to the audience. He stated that Dr. Breckenridge's remark referred to numbers four and five in the lease agreement. He also added that the City would provide police and fire protection. �r. Trezona referred to page 2-II of the Council agenda and said this may be somewhat ambiguous, but this could be modified. Councilman Breider said there seemed to be some concern by Dr. Trezona a6out using the naturalist. Dr. Trezona stated that the Foundation did not want a City employee directing the nature center, there would be too much confltct of interest. L'r. Trezona said he had no personal feeling about Mr. Huff. Counci7man Breider said it was his understanding that the naturalist should not be a liaison. Dr. Trezona said the Foundation and the City Council should have a person they can work through, possibly the C�ty Manager. Mayor Nee clarified the matter stating it would not be the Naturalist. fle suggested someone serve as a liaison, but he questioned the cost. Councilwoman Kukowski questioned the City Manager asking if the City had a lease agreement with the Islands of Peace and if the rental fee of this ]ease agreement would be �� per year. The City Manager said yes, �t has a lease agreement in this amount. Dr. Trezona said that he had mentioned the use of LAWCON Funds stating the previous idea had been that this area was going to be a golf course, now, it has been determined �t would be a nature center. He thought a nature center is more qualified for LAWCON funds than a golf course, therefore it may be more eligible. He thought that there could be contractual arrangements for the Foundation to manage the nature center allowing for the acquisition of funds. He did not think there would be a conflict of interest with the State Planning Agency. He added, he had letters to confirm this point. Mrs. Shirley Caldwell, 5874 Hackmann Avenue, expressed her feelings and said her husband would have been very impressed with some of the Foundation's ideas. She presented a donation to the Foundation. Dr. Trezona expressed his gratitude and mentioned that the Caldwell family had asked that memorial contributions be given to the individual's favorite charity, and many people had chosen the Springbrook Nature Center Foundation. Dr. Trezona referred to the construction of structures in North Park and suggested that a log cabin style build�ng would be large enough for an office and could also house � few supplies. Dr. Trezona suggested that this type of structure would be suitable for a few years. Possibly, �t could be turned into a bicentennial cabin with a little stockade, fence and a garden plot. He said he had spoken to suppliers of Wh�te Cedar Lo9s, and they stated the Foundation cou7d purchase the logs at the same price that they were three years ago. Lr. Trezona said he would very much appreciate taking some sort of affirmative arrangement back to the Foundation. I-le requested that the City's legal people work with the Foundation and come up with a satisfactory agreement. � �II � `� � �! � PUBLIC HEARING MEETING GF FEBRUARY 10, 1975 PAGE 6 Mayor Nee said the element that seem ed to be lacking in the proposed agreement is the responsibility of the Foundation. Mr. Ken Sporre, Secretary of the Fridley Jaycees, addressed the Council and asked to read a letter prepared at the Jaycees mee�ing of January 4, 1975. He explained that the Fridley �aycee's voted unanimously in support of the Springbrook Nature � Center Foundation being authorized to operate the nature center with funding and manpower. f4ayor Nee said the recent election showed quite a definity of judgement 6y the people favoring North Park development as a nature center in excess of two to one. He said it was proposed that the Springbrook Nature Center Foundat�on be allowed to do the �ob and there was no proposal that the City do it. Mayor Nee said there were approximately ten or twelve pieces of literature that made this type of statement. Thousands of people were told that the issue was between a golf course developed by the City and a nature center to be developed by the Foundation. The public had made a very d ear ,7udgement at the referendum and Mayor Nee stated he hoped the Council would respond to the decision by the people. Mayor Nee said it would be in order to direct the City Attorney to draw up some documents which would describe an agreement with the Foundation. MOTION by Counc�lwoman Kukowski that the City Council direct the City Attorney ±o work with the Springbrook Nature Center Foundation in drawing up an agreement to be considered by the Gouncil. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. Councilman Breider said he had no problem w�th the City's agreement with the nature center development by the Foundation, 6ut he had some trouble clarifying the lines of commum cation. He felt the Council should indicate a direction to the City Attorney. The City Attorney said the duties of the Foundation should be included and set forth tn the agreement along with the duties of the City. He stated that it would � be dtfficult to draft an agreement unless he knew wh�ch way the ma,7ority of the Council wanted to go in ihe responsibilities of both parties. He asked if the C�ty will provide the dtrector, or would the Foundat�on? He said these questions would have to be answered so a draft could be prepared for the agreement. Councilwoman Kukowski said she would like to clari`y her motion. She stated she was going along Springbrook Nature Center Foundat�on's recommendation as clar�fied. She said she discovered she did not like the way �t was worded, but understood now that the City would 6e compensated. She agreed with the Springbrook Nature Center Foundation in that this could be taken care of by the City Manager. Councilman Fitzpatrick said tn speaking to Councilwoman Kuk ski's motion, he thought that following the election the obligation g�ven to the Springbrook Nature Center Foundation was to raise funds. As Councilman Fitzpatrick saw it, Council- woman Kukowski's motion is to provide for this. Mayor Nee asked if there was any further comments on the motion. The City Attorney said these agreements are drawn in general terms. He questioned as to what type of an agreement the Council would ltke to see. Councilman Starwalt said this was outlined in 2-S, 2-T and 2-U of the Council agenda with the exception of Item 4. The City Attorney said he would review both agreements and draft an agreernenC. The City Manager said he would like to bring out one point in the commitmert � agreement with the Foundation that any services they desire from the City will be reimbursed. He said there may 6e a letter o�',understanding listing a numher of items. NEW BUSINESS: CON$IDERATION OF THE FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE SALE OF REAL MOTION by Councilman Brieder to waive the read�ng of the ord�nance and adopt the ordinance on first reading relating to the sale of real estate owned by the City. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a roll call vote, Mayor Nee voting aye, Councilwoman Kukwoski voting aye, Councilman Breider voting aye, Councilman Starwalt voting aye, and Councilman Fitzpatrick voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unan�mously. cr r n L,+�i t% PUBLIC HEARING MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10, 1975 PAGE 7 CONSIDERATION OF A REPORT REGARDING STUDY TRIP 70 RUSSIA CO-SPONSORED BY THE N Louncilman Starwalt expla�ned that he entered into th�s request with a great reluctance but that he had talked with a few people who felt if �t was worth going to Russia. rie mentioned he thought it would 6e worth asking for some assistance. He read aloud a letter he had received from the National League of Cities. Ne said that whether the ' City pays for part of tYie trip or not, he will still participate in the tour. Council- man Starwalt said if he was not fully interested in this, he wouid not have made a reservation. He felt this trip would have some advantages to the City in that he would be learning something. He added, if he did feel this way, he would not be asking for the funds. Mr. Dennis Schneider addressed the Counci7 and asked if he cou]d make a few comments. He said his comments were not directly related to this one trip, but with funding of all City trips. He said he would like to see the City Council adopt some sort of policy, he felt there should be equal representation for both sexes, since men seem to go on business tr7ps and women stay in the office. He said if there are things to be learned, the public should fi nd out, and there should be a repdrt back to the Council and back to the public as to what was learned on these tr�ps. Mr. Schneider thought that there should be some policy decision, f+layor Nee commented that �n most cases, a report is made after the trip. He stated that the City has sent officials to Nat�onal Conferences and they report back to the Council. Mayor Nee said he was not sure of any defined policy. Councilman Fitzpatrick asked how often Councilmen go on trips? He asked if total expenses were paid and to what degree. The C�ty Manager said that generally, members of the City Council attend local or state meetings. Not all City Council members have attended local meetings, but one or two have, and they bring back information ihat is shared by the other members. He explained the City Council authorizes the money beforehand, and there are funds allotted in the budget for this type of tr�p. Louncilman Fitzpatrick asked how much expense is paid. The C9ty Manager stated that anything related to the trip is usually paid. lie stated sightseeing is not covered. The City Manager said lodging, food, fees, and travel are usually paid. �ouncilman Breider asked Councilman Starwalt if he planned to attend the League meeting in Washin9ton, U. C. Councilman Starwalt replied that he was not. r•lOTION by Councilwoman Kukwoski that the City Council allocate $100 for Councilman Starwalt's expenses to Russia. f�layor Nee declared the MOTION DEAD FOR LACK OF A SECOND. Mayor Nee said he agreed with Counci7man Starwalt and felt it was a 000d idea for hTm to attend. Councilman Breider proposed the idea of reviewing the report when Councilman Starwalt returns from the trip and analyze the report as far as content, and if it is viabTe, the Council go ahead and approve reimbursement of $ZO�. He mentioned the Council could talk about relations with other countries, but this type of tour is difficult to explain to the taxpayers. Councilman Starwalt said he appreciated the Council's suggestions. i°lOTION by Councilman Breider to table the consideration of the request, Seconded by Cauncllman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, a71 votin9 aye, Mayor Nee declared the mot�on carried unanimously. RESOLUTION N0. 22-1975 - DIRECTING PREP ST. 1974-1 MOTION by Counci7man Breider to adopt Resolution No. 22-1975, directing preparation of assessment role for St. 7974-] Street Improvement Project. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, fy1ayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. - DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON PROPOSED rrT rnnnnn��rnnrnir nnnirr-r MOTION by Councilman Breider to adopt Resolution No. 23-1975, directing pub7ication of hearing on proposed Assessment Roll for St. 1974-1 Street Improvement Project, Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee `J � �.�,� PUBLIC HEARING MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10, 1975 declared the motion carried unanimously. PAGE 8 RESOLUTION N0. 24-1975 -�IRECTING PREPARATION OF HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT R LL FOR ST. 1974-2 STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT: MOTION by Councilman Breider to adopt Resolution i�o. 24-1975, directing preparation of hearing on proposed assessment roll for ST. 1974-2 Street Improvement Project. � Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. ilpon a voice vote, all voting aye, r�1ayor Nee declared the motion carrted unanimously. RE50LUTION N0. 25-1975 - DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR ST. 1974-2 STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT: ��i ilOTION by Councilman Breider to adopt Resolution No. 25-1975, direct�ng pub]ication of hearing on proposed assessment roll for 5T. 1974-2 Street Improvement Project. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motior carried unanimously. Councilman Breider said he would like to suggest if agreeable to the Council, that the Finance Director prepare some alternate rolls for 7th and 68th Avenue. He indicated he would like to have that information available for Council consideration. - DIRECTING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR ST. 1974-4 i'40TION by Councilman Breider to adopt Resolution No. 26-1975, directing preparation of assessment roll for ST. 1974-�4 Street Improvement Pro,7ect. Seconded by Councilma�� Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. ING ON PRDPOSED ASSESSMENT MOTION by Councilman Breider to adopt Resolution No. 27-1975, directing publication of hearing on proposed assessment roll for 5T. 1974-4 Street Improvement Pro,7ect Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. f:� MOTION by Councilman Breider to adopt Resolution No. 28-1975, directing preparation of Assessment Roll for Sewer, Water and storm Sewer Improvement Project No. 114. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. ED ASSESSMENT MOTION by Counci7man Breider to adopt Resolution No. 29-1975, directing publication of hearing on proposed assessment roll for Sewer, Water and Starm Sewer Improvement Project No. 114. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimous1y. DISCUSSIDN ON LIQUOR LICENSES IN RESPONSE TO COMMUNICATIDN FROM MR. DON SAIfELKOUL � Mayor Nee referred to the memo from Mr. Don Savelkou7 regarding liquor licenses. He asked what the Counci7's feeling was on this proposal made by Mr. Savelkoul? The City Attorney said he had checked this matter through the Attorney General's Office to determine if this is a criteria the City will have to follow. Mayor Nee proposed a condition of not more than 60% of revenues coming from the sale of liquor. Councilman Brieder said they must keep in mind the size of the facility. Mayor Nee reminded the Council of the problem of esta6lishing criteria that would allow for the tavern type facility. A question was raised whether this would be 40% minimum food or 40% maximum liquor. Councilman Breider asked what the other 40% would be. Mayor Nee said it would be anything. The Ctty Attorney said for example, a ballroom could have 60% income coming from admissions and 40% from ltquor and nothing from the restaurant. He said that with the 2,000 square feet capacity criteria, they have to have a kitchen. �;`�i � PUBLIC H�ARING MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10, 1975 PAGE 9 Mrs. Shirley CaTdwell addressed the Council and said there are limited things for young people to do in Fridley at the present time and she asked if this would take liquor into places where young people go such as rol7er skating rinks. P�1ayor Nee said he would hope not. The City Attorney said Mr. Savelkoul may be agreeable to the suggestion of serving drinks in a confined area. Mayor nee asked if there was any further discussion. Councilwoman Kukowski asked how they could suspend a liquor license. Mayor Nee said that it was very difficult to suspend or remove liquor licenses. The City Attorney said the Ordinance says that licenses are not transferrable without the consent of tha City Council. (a�JOURNMENT: � rvi0TI0N by Councilwoman Kukawski to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Councilman Starwalt. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, f�layor Nee declared the motion carried unanimous7y and the Public Hearing Meeting of Fe6ruary 10, 1975 adjourned at 10:32 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Shel!��lJiG2�.� ox� rison Acting Secretary to the City Council Date Approved .3�17/7 s w�� � .� William J. vee Mayor , �