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02/09/1981 - 00013336� � � THE MIIVUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRI�LEY CITY COUPlCIL OF FEBRUARY 2, 1981 The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order at 7 33 p. m. by Mayor Nee. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. Mayor Nee led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag ROLL CALL. ��1EP�1BERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT APPROVAL OF P+IIiiUTES: Councilman Fttzpatrick, Counc�lwoman Moses, Mayor flee, Councilman Schneider and Councilman Barnette None REGULAR PqEETING, JANUARY 19, 1981. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve the m�nutes as presented. Seconded by Councilwoman Moses. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, f1ayor Nee decl�red the motion carried unanimously. ADOPTIOPd OF AGENDA. MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to adopt the agenda with Item &, "Cons�deration of Easement Agreement Between Redeemer Lutheran Church and City of Fridley, Edgewater Gardens" to be scheduled about 9.00 p. m. Seconded by Counc�lman Barnette. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared zhe r�ot�on carried unanimously. OPEN FORUf�1, VISITORS SPRIfJGBR00K NATURE CENTER. Mr. Tom Flolid, 6053 Woody Lane, stated tn 1972 and 1973, the big controversy was whether to have a nature center or golf course and the nature center won out because of �he vigorous campaign on the fact that �t wouldn't be at the Fridley taxpayers' expense. He felt the nature center was a big dis�ppei��un.���t and is a place for pot smokers to hang out and the matter of the golf course should ayain be g�ven consideration. Mr. Flolid stated he is aga�nst spending any more tax money on the nature center, unless there �s another vote by the taxpayers Mr. Flolid fel� past pronnses should be honored. Mr. Everett Utter, 6084 Woody Lane, stated approximately six years ago, members of the Council, �ncluding P1ayo�°fJee, campaig,�ed for a nature center vs. a golf course. He statied, at this time, it was stated the nature center would not cost the residents of Fridley a penny. He feels this matter is a touchy sub,7ect w�tha lot of Fr�dley residents and some of the members of the Counc�l are 9oing back on their word when they siated it wouldn't cost the taxpayers any money. Mr. Chuck Sheridan, 1313 Hillw�nd Road, stated he was involved �n this issue at the time and feels, before any expenditures are made, there should be a vote taken. He stated when this nature center was proposed, it was stated there was money available for this state or federal program and former Senator Schaaf stated there was money galore and th�s is now fall�ng back on the Fridley homeowners and he d�dn't feel �t was right. Mr. Myrle Rice, 4�42 Rice Creek Blvd., agreed with the statements made by the others 100%. He stated no more money should be spent on the nature center unless it �s put to a vote of the people. Mrs. Janice Sheridan, 1313 Hillwind Road, stated she remembers �t was said the nature center would cost the taxpayers no money Sh� stated former Senator Schaaf assured everyone there was money availa6le and thought this should be looked into further �� - �.2 REGULAR PIEETIfdG OF FE6RUARY 2, 1981 PAGE 2 Mr. Leonard Brandt, 190 Crai�brook Way, stated he is opposed to the nature center and it has 9one nownere, except for protecting the mice and gophers. He stated Fridley could have had a nice golf course to compete with other suburbs �n our area. He felt, if Fr�dley is going to be a top-notch City, uhey are going to have to show tt by getting some revenue coming into the City. Councilwoman Moses stated she wasn't on the Counctl six years ago, however, if you look back to that time, the costs have doubled and based on the costs and econoiny at that time, it wasn't going to cost the taxpayers anything. � She stated they couldn't predict what prices would be and the inflation and the grant was adequate to cover the cost of the building. She stated the people were asked what they preferred and it came out in favor of the nature center. She stated the Springbrook Nature Foundation has worked to the end and are still trying to raise funds for the building. She pointed out the grant was gtven on the basis that for 20 years this would rema�n a nature center. She stated it was started withthr_y�urpose it wouldn't cost the tax- payers any money, and they are still trying to work with these promises. Mr. Utter stated the poeple of Fridley had no chotce �f this would be a golf course or nature center. He stated there were peaple elected to the Council saying the nature center wouldn't cost the taxpayers of Fridley a dime. He stated he knows the State funded the bu�lding and that the costs were over what was estimated. He stated the City has to complete the inside of the structure from Fridley taxpayers' money. He pointed out there have been City trucks working out of that park for five years. Councilwoman f9oses stated they are working on an easement from Northern States Power and wili obtain a sum of money which they will 6e able to put into the nature center i�ir. L'tter stated that money should be put in the Ceneral Fund and not used for the nature center. He stated tt was promised there would be no tax money spent on the nature center, regardless of where the money comes f�•om. Mr. Sher�dan asked if the lease for the Foundation was reverting back to the City to which Mayor Nee answered �n the affirmative. P1r. Sheridan stated what ' is ending up now is it will be the Ctty's, and they will have to maintain it, antl he supposed �t would be necessary to add more staff. P1r. Sheridan stated he didn't th�nk they should continue to push someth�ng that is ,7ust not working. He stated lie would l�ke to know the number of people using the center and the percentaye of City res�dents using it. Mr. Qrandt stated he would support a golf course and get Fridley back on the map. He stated he couldn't believe the comment by Councilwoman Moses that they d�dn't realtze pr�ces were going to go up. He stated he would 6e 100% �n favor of the golf course, even though he doesn't golf, and thought the Council should look into 1t and get something for the general public. He felt the matter of the nature center vs. the golf course should be put to a vote of the people. P1ayor Nee felt, in regard to some of the points concerning the nature center, they should probably get into the costs for the proposed comrnun�ty park and recreation buildtng and investigate it tn some depth. Councilman Barnette stated he has always been in favor of a golf course, however, he does support the idea for the community park, with the full understanding rt wall cost some money to run it. The difference with this, he felt, is that it is upfront and people know it will cost some money, whereas in the case of the nature center, they didn't know it would cost Fridley taxpayers. Mr. 6rian Goodspeed, 731 Race Creek Terrace, stated he didn't come here thts eveniny for th�s particular issue, however, he wanted to state the horticulture � clu6s at the school do bring people up to the nature center every spring. � �� � 1 �J ' REGULAR NIEETING OF FEBRUARY 2, 1981 PAGE 3 He felt 20 years down the road there wouldn't be any nature areas left and ence this property is made a golf course, it is �rreversiblz He felt, if the matter of a nature center came to a vote, he didn't feel �t woiald change. Mr. Flodtdo asked what would be the ob�ection to having a vote by the people, as he felt they were misrepresented last timP. Mrs. Sheridan asked if the Cit'y didn't htre a consuli:ing firin to take soil samples in this area and the report came back it was best su�ted for a golf course. Nayor PJee stated�she was correct. t1rs. Sheridan stated she believed th�s study cost $10,000 and �t was another $10,000 for the referendum so the City already had $20,OD0 into the pro�ect Mr. John Fitzpatrick and wished to submit vacant and has some or golf course. stated he was home watching the meeting on ca61e televisior some comments. He felt the City can't let th�s land go obligation to maintatn it whether it is the nature center Mayor Nee stated he felt the sub�ect has been pretty well explored, but didn't feel they have a ready answer to the question. NEW BUSIfVESS: AGREEMENT, BURLINGTOfJ NORTHERN. IfJC Mr. Newrnan, representing the City Attorney's Office, stated in this agreement with Burlington Northern, they would convey the necessary property for the Ashton Avenue easement and, in turn, the City would agree not to levy any assessment for the improvement. Mr Newman stated they are recommend mg acceptance of �his agreement, as Burltnyton Northern mainta�ns they own the property and condemnation proceed- inys would be necessary in order for the City to prove title. He further stated Burlington Northern advises that if the City attempts to assess them for the improvement, they would oppose it and that could �nvolve another legal proceeding. Councilman Fitzpa�i°ick stated the sptrit of the agreement is that the railroad doesn't have any need for this access. Mr. fdewman stated it is in writing that Burlington Northern feels there is no beneftt to their property Councilman F�tzpatrick asked the width of the paved section of the roadway and Mr. Flora stated it was 22 feet. Councilman Fitzpatrick asked the total easement beyond the paved roadway and Mr. Flora stated there is an additional three feet on either side. hlayur Nee asked if the City cou�ld prevent them from having access �o the road and referred to the standards. Mr PJewman felt weight restrictions could be iinposed as long as there was a reasona6le purpose. Counc�lwoman P�oses questioned to what standards the road would be built i4r. Flora, Public Works Director, stated the road was initially builL for a one-way street and it was wtdened to alloW`a 2-lane road . He stated i� �s not built to the City standards for a residential street, but it does allow two- way traffic and it is narrower than a normal City street 23 �- 24 � REGULAR MEETING OF FCBRUARY 2, 1981 PAGE 4 Councilwoman P1oses asked if they could, in fact, say it wouldn't be built with the intent of trucks using the road. P1r Flora stated �t would be built for adequate vehicular traffic and, in these terms, tt ts a natter of the load, lengtii of time the road is used, and frequency of use. @layor Nee stated the recommendatton of the legal staff is that the practical solution would be to obtain the easement from the railroad and, in turn, not to assess them for the nnprovement. Councilwoman P9oses stated if the City were to proceed with court action and � lose, they wouldn't have this easement. N1r. flewman stated, conceivably, there rnay be two lawsu�ts, one on the easement and another on the assessment. Councilman Fitzpatrick stated if the argument can be made by Burltngton PJorthern that this road is no benefi t, he questioned f104J this would differ for roads past other properties. Playor iVee state�a �f they have no use of the land other thanifor buffer�ng, then ihey would have no use for the access. Counc�lman Fitzpatrick stated if they really have no use of the land, except for a buffer, then the f�gure they are giving for the easement is out of proportion. He stated he has no argument with the recommeridation of the legal staff that when all is sa�d and done, this is the expedient route, and would go along with the recommendation. Counc�lwoman hloses also had some concern, but if this matter does go to court, the City could lose both act�ons, the matter of the easement and the assessment, and felt perhaps this would be the best way to proceed. P4ayor CJee asked as part of th�s agreement, if Burlington fdorthern tvould state thzy wouldn't cla�m access. P�r. Wewman stated he didn't I<now as he wasn't involved in the negottations. MOTIOP! by Councilman Fitzpatrick to table action on this agreement for � consideration on whether the City can include such language to the effect thac �t is not 6urltngton Northern's intention, or financially feasible, that thts would be developed comerc�ally and if tt were, then the assessment would 6e affected. Seconded by Councilman 6arnette. Upon a voice vote, all votn�g aye, h1ayc,P Nee deciared the motion carried unanimously. RNTIO�J OF TEfiPORARY TRAILER LICENSES PERP1IT FOR OFFICE SPACE USE �.innriini�rr /-rnnirn ii�n�ni1. P1r. Robb Gruman, representing Target, appeared before the Council regarding their request For perm�ts for temporary trailer licenses. P�r Gruman stated the request if made to locate tN�o trailers for use as offi ce space on the Target warehouse property for a period of two years. He stated these trailers would be used for temporary office space �nitil they are able to move into new facil�ttes which tvill be headquartered in the center city pro,7ect in downtown firrtneanolis. He stated the staff which vaill be using the trailers are all part of the�r management computer services and everyone at this locat�on is suoport staff for the computer operatton. Plr. Gruman stated Liie reason the request for the trailers was for a two year period is that it coincides with the plan to move people to the new office facilit�es. He stated it wasn't feasible to try and squeeze any nore people in the office space availahle at the Target warehouse. He � explained this whole building area will hecome ware�ious� facilities once tne people are relocated �n the new facility. � r � c] �1 � P� RCGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 2, 19II1 PAGE 5 MOTION by Councilwoman Moses to grant the temporary trailer licenses permit for a two year period. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Mayor Nee stated the staff is concerned about the landscaping around this facility. Mr. Gruman stated he was not sure what was done previously, but would 6e happy to address this question with the staff and work with the Council to try and accommodate them. UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTIDN, all voted aye, and f1ay�r Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO CITY COMMISSIONS (TABLED 1/19/81). APPEALS COMMISSION• Councilman Schneider stated he has someone who is interested in serving on the Commission, but didn't have a resume. MOTTON by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a carrieci�unanimously. Schneider to table this appointment. Seconded by Louncilman voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Plee declared the motion ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION: MOTION by Counc�lwoman Moses to table this appointment. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a vo�ce vote, all vnt�ng aye, Mayor IVee declared the motion carried unan�mously. HUMAN RESOURCES COMMISSION: Councilwoman Moses stated when this was discussed at the �anuary meeting, she had nominated Gwen Reber for appointment and has since talked with her and she is w�lling to w�thdraw, therefore, Brian Goodspeed �s now the only other nominee MOTION by Councilman Barnette to nominate Brian Goodspeed, 731 Rice Creek Terrace, for appointment to the Human Resources Commission. Seconded hy Councilwoman f4oses. MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to cast a white ballot for the appointment of Brian Goodspeed to the Human Resources Commission. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye> Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanmmQUSly. "!EW BUSINESS: RECEIVING PLANNING COMh1ISSI0N MINUTES OF JANUARY 21, 19II1: MOTION by Councilman Barnette to receive the minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting of January 21, 1981. Seconded by Councilwoman hioses. Upon a votce vote, all vottng aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF ITEM FROM APPEALS COMMISSION MINUTES OF JANUARY 27. 19f31: CONSIDERATION OF VARIANCE REpUEST TO ALLOW VETERINARY EMERGENCY CLINIC WITHOUT REQUIRED PERCAS7 CONCRETE ROOF, MOON PLAZA SHOPPING CEfdTER, 6201 UNIVERSITY AVENUE. AFFILIATED VETERINARY EP1ERGENCY CLINIC. STEPHEN � CONSII�DERATION OF REQUEST FOR SPECIAL USE PERMIT VETERINARY EMERGENCY CLIPlIC IN MOON PLAZA SHOPP UNIVERSITY AVENUE, AFFILIATED VETERINARY EP1ERGE D 1/19/81 Mr. Flora stated this is a request for a variance and a special use permit for operation of an emergency veterinary clintc in the Moon Plaza Shopping Center. He stated the Planning Corrom ssion and Appeals Commission have recommended approval with certain st�pulations. > �� REGULAR MEETING OF FEERUARY 2, 1981 PAGE 6 P4r. Ed Clausrrian, President of the Affiltated Ueterinary Service, appeared before the Council to explain the concept of the emergency veterinary clinic. He explained the emergency veterinary clinic is relatively new and they presently operate one such facility now. He stated the purpose is to offer after-hour emergency vetertnary care to animals that are in�ured or , sick and to provide life-supporting treatment. He stated the idea is to keep the animal al�ve until the owner can get it to their own veterinarian. Dr. Clausman stated they would be lookiny for two veterinarians to run the ' facil�ty and they would split the hours which would be from 6 p. m. to 8 a. m. Moriday through Friday and 12 noon Saturday to 8 a. m. Monday and at any time during off�cial hol�days. Dr. Clausman stated this cl�n�c is a low volume type of ooeration and they are looking at three to eight persons a ntght bringing their animals into the clim c. He fe�t, because of the off-hours, it creates no parking problems and there is someone at the facility all night. Dr. Clausman stated it �s a definite advantage to the residents of Fridley because they can get emergency help for their pet. Counc�lman Barnette questioned if they publicize these services that are availabie. Dr. Clausman stated they do advertise in the yellow pages and work with the veterinarians to make people aware of the emergency clinic. There were about six of the local veter�narians in the audience who supported this emergency cl�nic. Mr. Flora, Pu61�c Works D�rector, stated there is a requirement in the Zoning Code which requires a veterinarian clinic to have a concrete ceiling, however, the Planning Commission will be recommending this requirement be deleted and, therefore, a variance is requested on this item. ' Mr. Flora stated the Planning Corrom ssion recommended approval of the special use permit for operation of this emergency veterinary cltnic in Moon Plaza Shopping Center with the follow�ng stipulations: (1) That the clinic be used for emerqency purposes only within the hours specified--6 p. m, to 8 a. m. Monday through Friday, and 12 noon Saturday to 8 a. m, Plonday, and at any,t�m� during official holidays and (2) That the ovaners be required to provide sanitation at a minimum of two times a week. Mr. Flora stated the Appeals Commission added an additional stipulat�on that if sound and odors become a problem, the petitioner �nstall a ventilation system and acoustical materials that would elTminate ail problems. P-10TIOfV by CouncilwomanlMoses to concur with the recommendatton of the Appeals Commission and grant the variance to allow a veterinary emergency clim c, without the required precast concrete roof, to be located in P1oon Plaza Shooping Center. Seconded by Councilman Schne�der. Upon a voice vote, all vottng aye, Mayor Nee declared the mot�on carr�ed unantmously. MOTIDN by Counctlwoman Moses to concur w�th the recommendation of the Planning Commission and grant special use permit, SP #�0-12, to allow an emergency veter�nary cl�nic in Moon Plaza Shopping Center, w�th the following stipulations: (1) That th� clin�c be used for emergency purposes only within the hours specif�ed-- 6 p. m. to 8 a. m, Monday through Friday, and 12 noon Saturday to 8 a. m. Monday, and at any trme during offTCtal ho7idays: (2) That the owners be , required to provide sanitation at � minimum of two times a week, and (3) That tf sound and odors become problems,the pet�tioner would install a ventilation system and acoustical materials that would eliminate all problc�ms. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all vot�ng aye, ��layor Nee declared the rnot�on carried unanimously. u � r� f � � REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 2, 1981 PAGE 7 MOTION by Councilman Schneider to receive the minutes of the Appeals � Commission Meeting of January 27, 1981. SecondPd 6y Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a vo�ce vote, all votin; aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. RECEIVING CATV COMMISSION MINUTES OF JANUARY 15, 1981 h10TI0N by Councilman Fitzpatrick to receive the minutes of the Cable Television Corrn�ss�on,Meet�ng �f January 15, 193L. 5econded by Counc�1man Barnette. Upon a votce vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carrted unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH AND CITY OF FRIDLEY, EDGEWATER GARDENS: Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated they have been working with Redeeiner Lutheran Church for the development of a netghborhood park and bikeway in the Edgewater Gardens area ad,7acent to the church. He stated Redeemer Lutheran Church has offered to allow the C�ty a btkeway easement up their drive off of Mississippi Street and through their parking lot to 65-1/2 Avenue and the sum of $4,000 for the neighborhood park playground equipment, plus paving, concrete curbing and parking lot screening to the east of the parking lot, if the City would provide them a parking lot easement of 35 to 20 feet wide along their eastern boundary. Mayor Nee questioned the wording in the agreement of the easement for parking purposes, the fourth paragraph from the bottom, and reference to the word "forever". He asked if there would be any ob,7ection to changtng this to a certain number of years. Ms. Marcta Etlicher, represeniing Redeemer Luthern Church, stated if they would have to come back again before the Council after a certain number of years, then they would have a problem with it. She stated, speaking for the Church Council, the wording, as submttted, was what they were comforta6le w�th so they would have to go back to them, �f 7t was chan9ed. Mayor Nee stated the problem he has is �hat it seems they are selling a large piece of land for $4,000. Ms, Etlicher stated people are now using the�r parktng facilities and the church does allow this so they are, in fact, doing the City a favor by allowing them �o use the pa�rking. There was concern by some members of the Council if people would feel comfortable using the parking lot of the church when they use the park facilities. Mayor Nee asked if they would ob,7ect if signs were put up to indicate the parking could be used 6y persons visiting the park. Ms.Etl�cher stated thts would be satisfactory as long as it wasn't dur�ng thetr services. Counc�lman Fitzpatrick felt there wasn't much of a conflict as far as hours, but wanted people to feel they were welcome to park in the church lot when using the park facilities. Ms. Etlicher stated people are now using their parking lot in the northeast corner which is near the skatrng rink. Mr. Newman pointed out the time limitations of the two easements are different as the one for the 6�ke path has greater discretion for termination on the part of the church. /. ' � ✓ REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 2, 1981 PAGE 8 Councilman Fitzpatrick suggested possibly a change in the language to indicate the park�ng easement will remain as 1ong as the church operates at that location. Mr. Flora suggested the agreement for the easement for parking purposes, the fourth paragraph from the bottom, the last sentence of thts paragraph could be changed to read. "To have and to hold the said easement unto the party of the second part so long as Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Redeemer shall continue at this location." MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to accept the easement agreements for the b�keway and parking lot, with the following amend- ment on the parking lot easement, fourth paragraph from the bottom, the last line of this paragraph to read as follows "To have and to hold the said easement unto the party of the second part so long as Evangel�cal Lutheran Church of the Redeemer shall continue at this locat�on". Seconded by Councilman Barnette. Upon a vo�ce vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF NATURE CENTER CHANGE ORDER APPROVALS AND PROJECT COSTS: h1r. Flora, Public Works Director, stated the Council has, to date, received ten change orders on the building at the nature center. He stated the Counc�i originally approved the first three change orders and si,nce the City accepted the building from the contractor as substantially complete, it would be appropr�ate for the Council to act on the balance of the change orders. Mr. Flora stated it is recommended that change order No. 4 for the addditional excavation be approved. In regard to change order No. 5, it is recommended the City requtre the completion of the rough-in plumbing 6y the contractor, a cred�t from the architect for the two windows that were not installed, and the City accept one-thtrd the cost for the shutter modifications to the windows. P1r. Flora stated it is recommended change order No. 6 not be approved, as this wasn't in the original plans and the City wasn't consulted. ln regard to change order No. 7 for extension of the completion time, it �s recommended thts be approved. Mr. Flora stated, in changeorders No. 8 and 9, they are in reference to the track light and keyed lrght switches and approval is recommended of these two change orders. In regard to change order No. 10, it is recommended th�s not be approved as it tnvolved the extension of ttme to January 19, 1981 for completion of the building. MOTION by Councilwoman Moses that on the contract with Bud Johnson Construction for the nature center building the following change orders be approved: Plo. 4 to add $3,003 (additional excavation footings); part of Plo. 5 to deduct $1,165 (core dri711ng and wlndowwe7l framing); No. 7(to extend time to 12/31/80), No. £3 to add $143 (track lite switches); No. 9 to add $64 (I<eyed lite switch). And that the following Change Orders not be accepted No. 6 to subtract $378 (add�tional drain tile not supported), No. 10 to extend time to 1/19/81), for a final contract sum of �353,399. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor P�ee declared the motion carried unanimously. ' ' ' �J � � � � � 1� � REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 2, 1981 - 1981 AUTHORIZING AND UIRECTING THE SPLI PAGE 9 MOTION by Counc�lwoman Moses to adopt Resolution No. 8- 1981. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unam mously. CLAIMS MOTION by Councilman Schneider to authorize payment of Claims No. 360009 through 028P03. Seconded by Councilman Barnette. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. LICENSES: MOTION hy Councilman Barnette to approve the licenses as submitted and as on file in the License Clerk's Office. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unantmously. Mr. Bill Kinkel, Commander of American Legion Post 303, appeared before the Counoil regarding their request for a bingo license. Mayor Nee stated this license was approved by the Counci1 when action was taken on the licenses. Mr. Qureshi, City Managers, stated the bingo license was previously wiih- held due to the Legion's failure to meet the contrtbution requ�rements, how- ever, they now have met the necessary requirements Mr. Kinkel stated they have sattsfied the requirements and the contributions will probably be 8% and more. COMMUNIGATIONS: � FRIDLEY DFL. REQUEST TO USE CONCESSION STAND IN COMMONS PARK MOTION 6y Councilwoman Moses to receive the communication from Ro6ert Minton of the Fridley DFL Club regardin9 the use of the concess�on stand in Commons Park. Seconded 6y Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried una m mously. Mr. Mtnton appeared before the Council regarding this request for use of the concession stand in Commons Park during the "49er Days Celebration. Mr. Minton explained the DFL Club wished to use the concession stand on Fr�day evening, June 26, 1981 and for the past three years, the DFL Club had a stand in Commons Park during the ' 49er Days Celebration. However, last year there was a mtx-up in communications and another group used the stand. Mr. Minton stated he d�dn't know this request had been submitted to the Parks and Recreation Commission and discussed there. Councilwoman Moses stated in talking with Dr. Boudreau, Parks and Recreation �irector, last year the Hockey Booster Club used the stand and it was felt they should have priority because they were associated with recreation. How- ever, they will not be us�ng the concession stand th�s year during the '49er oays. Mr. Minton stated at a recent '49er �ays Meeting, they made this same request and they were in agreement and stated they would send a report for the Council's information. L r`J REGULAR MEETING OF F�BRUARY 2, 1981 PAGE 10 Councilwoman Ploses stated the impression she received from Dr. Boudreau is the concession stand wouldn't be manned since they have no other requests. Councilman Barnette asked Mr. Minton if he was at the Parks and Recreation Comim ssion hYeet�ng when the request was denied. Mr. Minton stated he wasn't aware it was on the agenda that evernn�. Counc�lwoman Moses stated one of the concerns of the Parks and Recreation Coinmission was, if the request was granted to the DFL Club and then the Republican Club made a similar request, they would then have two groups who wanted the stand. MOTION by Councilwoman Moses to grant the request by the DFL Club to use the concession stand in Commons Park on June 26, 1981 during the '49er Days Celebrat�on. Seconded by Counc�lman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the mot�on carr�ed unanimously. Counctlman Schne�der stated part of the proceeds from operatton of the stand have gone back as contr�butions to the '49er's. ADJOURNiiCfdT: NlOTION Uy Councilman Barnette to ad�ourn the meeting Seconded by Councilwoman Moses. Upon a votce vote, all voting aye, Mayor IVee declared the motton carried unanimously and the Regular Pleeting of the Fridley City Counc�l of February 2, 1981 ad,7ourned at 9:55 p.m Respectfully submitted, � - ,-_-_ Carole F;addad Secy. to th� C�ty Couqc,l Approved• February 23, 1981 ��Q � `' ��.� � William . Nee Mayor ' 1 �