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03/16/1981 - 00013294� � � n` THE MIfJUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF MARCH 16, 1981 The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was ca?led to order at 7 32 p. m. by Mayor Nee. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. Mayor Nee led the Council and aud�ence in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. ROLL CALL• MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT APPROVAL OF MINUTES Councilman Fitzpatrick, Councilwoman Moses, Mayor Nee Councilman Schneider and Counc�lman Barnette None PUBLIC HEARING MEETING, MARCH 9, 1981• MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve tl�e mtnutes as presented Seconded by Councilwoman Moses. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the mot�on carried una m mously. A�OPTION OF AGENDA. Mayor Nee requested the follawing items be added to the agenda (1) Consideration of Estimates from Smith, Juster, and Feikema, {2) Consideration of Estimates from Herrick and Newman, and (3) Receiving Corrmw mcation from School Distr�ct No. 16 Re. Council Ltaison. MOTION by Councilwoman Moses to adopt the agenda w�th the above three additions Seconded hy Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried�unanimously. OPEN FORUM, VISIT�RS: h1r. Jeff Seeman, student at Fridley Senior High, appeared before the Council to voice his concern of the decision made 6y the Council regarding the nature center. He stated this center is now costing the taxpayers and when �t was f�rst brought forward, it was stated tax money wouldn't be used. He felt another investment should be made so that taxpayers could get a return in the future. Mr. Kev�n Makie, student at Fr�dley Senior High, also indicated h�s concern about the nature center. He felt there should be a golf course there and such an investment made so the residents can get their money back. Counctlman Schneider asked �eff Seeman if he had ever been tu the nature center and he stated he had several years ago Councilman Barnette asked the two students if they were members of the Fr�dley Golf Team �o which they answered in the affirmative. NEW BUSINE55: � RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNIVG COMMISSIOP! �9EETING OF FERRUARY 25, 1981 CDNSIDERATION OF PROPOSED PRELIP1INARY PLAT, P.S, #81-02, HEATHER HILLS � A WEST, (REPLAT OF LOT 1, BLOCK 3, MOORE LAKE HILLS ADDITION, AT 6175 CENTRA U BY THOMAS BRICKNER: MOTIOfJ by Councilman Schneider to set the public hearing on this preposed preliminary plat for April 13, 1981. Seconded by Councilman Barnette. Upon a voice vote, all votirig aye, P1ayor Nee declared the mot�on carried unanimously. ��� REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 16, 1981 i ST . L . 5 . ,#81-01 PAGE 2 Mayor Nee asked if th�s lot split request should be considered in con,7unction with the proposed preliminary plat filed by Mr. Br�ckner. Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated the Council could cons�der the lot split now or when they consider the plat, whichever they prefer. Mr. Brickner, the applicant, stated there is some urgency in that the lot spl�t �s holding up the sale of the property owner's home on a contract for deed. P1r. Brickner stated, since th�s is independent of the plat, he would appreciate the Council giving consideration to the lot split this evening. Mr. Flora stated this property in questton is �ust east of Moore Lake and Mr. Brickner wishes to split off the east 300 feet of Lot 19, Aud�tor's Subdivision IJo. 22, located at 6229 Central Avenue N. E. He stated Mr. Brickner does have a purchase agreement from the owner to split off 30D feet of the lot. Mr Flora stated the Plannin9 Comm�ss�on has recommended approval of the lot split with several st�pulations (1) That no binlding take place on this property until the property is serviced d�rectly by a publ�c street; and (2) That the property owner sign the lot split application. Mr. Flora stated staff has reviewed the �tipulations and there,are four, addit�onal stipulations the Council should possibly consider. 'These are as follows; (1) That a road easement be provided for the extension of Ben More Drive, (2) That drainage and utility easements be obtained; (3) That there be an agreement w�th the developer that he pay the street assessment; and (4) Payment of the park fee. Mr. Qureshi, City Manager, stated there is really no problem with the proposed development, however, he wanted to make sure there is a clear understanding by the present owners and the applicant, who �s buying the property, unless all the stipulations are met, the building permit would not be issued. He pointed out, if access is not provided, they would have a landlocked parcel of property. Councilman Schne�der asked Mr. Brickner if he understood the st9pulations and Mr. Brickner stated he did and didn't have any problems with them. Councilman Schne�der stated he has seen some of the fine homes built by Mr. Brickner and is comfortable with this sttuation. P40TION 6y Councilman Schneider to concur with the recommendation of the Planning Conu�nsston and grant Lot Split, #81-01 with the foll�otiving stipulations. (1) That no building be constructed and no permit issued un�il the public street is provided; (2) That a road easement for extension of Ben More Drive be provided, (3) That drainage and utility easements be obtained, (4) That the petitioner pay street assessments, and (5) That the petitioner pay the park fee. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carrted unanimously. ��'' CONSIDERATION OF LOT SPLIT REQUEST, L. S. #81- F�Rf1CTr1P RV � R. D novrn F14RRTC�- Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated he would recommend this item be tabled Lo the Apr�l 6, 1981 meet�ng. MOTION by Councilman Schnetder to �able thts item to April 6, 1981. Seconded by Councilwoman Moses. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the mot�on carried unanimously, I� LJ � ' r1 , � � REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 16, 1981 PAGE 3 MOTION by Counc�lman Schneider to receive the minutes of the Planning Commiss�on Meeting of February 25, 1981. Seconded by Councilman Barnette. Upon a voice vote, all vot�ng aye, hiayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. � RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION PIEETING OF MARCH 4, 1981. CONSI�ERATION OF SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP nB0-13, TO ALLDW AN EXISTING �� ACCESSORY BUILDING MOVED TO REAR OF PROPERTY AN� USED AS STORAGE SHED AND A NEW DETACHED GARAGE AT 945 MISSISSIPPI STREET, BY WALTER �. MILLER: Mr. Flora, Publtc Works Director, stated this property is in an R-1 zontng district and the applicant is proposing to relocate an existing garage to the rear of the lot to be used for storage of a lawn tractor and antique furniture and to construct a new garage. Mr. Flora stated the Planning Commission considered this request and has recorronended approval with the stipulation that the existing storage shed be moved to the rear of the lot by the time the new garage is completed. Councilwoman Moses asked if there was anything in the code which addresses the size of the garage �n comparison with the szze of the house. P4r. Flora stated they have requirement for a total size accessory building ard this is within the appropriate limits. MOTION by Councilwoman Moses to concur with *he recommendation of the Planning Comm�ssion and grant Special Use Permit #80-13, with the stipulation that the ex�stin9 storage shed be moved to the rear of the lot by the time the new garage is completed. Seconded by Councilman Barnette. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the mot�on carrted unanimously. Mr. Miller stated he was present representing his father and asked the procedure from this point. Mr. Flora stated he should come in to the City Hall for a building permit. c�p � CONSIDERATION OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP �°1-01, TO ALLOW A SINGLE �"� FAMILY DWELLING TO BE CONVERTED TO A 1W0 FAMILY DWELLING, 4042 MAIN STREET BY PAUL GAYDOS AND DAVID NIENKEN Mr. Flora, Publtc Works Director, stated this property is located on Main Street ,7ust in the south boundary of Fridley. He stated the request is to convert a present single family structure into a two-family structure. He stated owners plan on splitting utilities and having separate meters and they wtll live on one level and rent out the lower level. Mr. Flora stated the Planning Commission felt the special use permit provides better control by the City, since if anything happened to the structure, the zontng would still remain as an R-1 use, instead of having the property rezoned to R-2. Mr. Flora stated three persons opposed this request for the special use permit because they felt it was an expansion of the R-2 zoning �n their area. Mr. Flora stated, after discussion by the Planning Commission, it +mas recommended the request for a special use permit be approved with the following stipulations (1) That the new owners work with the Fire Marshall on the appropriate exits for the units, and (2) That the new owners obtain the proper permits to construct the downstairs k�tchen area. Councilman Schneider asked if all the homes �n th�s area on Main Street �•�ere to convert to duplexes, if the water and sewer system would be able to handle the additional capacity. He feet th�s may be a trend in the future and, if it happened throughout the C�ty, he was concerned if they would have problems. 4 / REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 16, 19�31 PAGE 4 Mr. Flora stated it would depend on the location of the main lines, however, in th�s particular case, it would be adequate. Councilman Fitzpatrick stated there is some R-2 zoning �n Columbia Heights south of this location and, to his knowledge, it isn't very close. He stated the situation �s that everything north of this restdence is R-1 up to 43rd, including a number of very fine homes, and everyth�ng south of this location, except for two proporties, is zonedlR-1. He further stated properties across the street from this location, even though zoned R-2 , in Columbia Heights, are used as R-l. Counc�lwoman Moses asked Mr. Gaydos and Mr. Menken if they would live in the top half and rent out the lower level. P+Ir. Gaydos stated it looks like it will have to be that way for at least a year, however, they would like to eventually have their own unit. Councilwoman Moses potnted out commun�ties are seeing a lot of people buying homes ,7ointly and feels th�s will be a trend where people will com6ine to find afforda6le housing. Councilman Fttzpatrick stated there were a few references that this was a large house and lent itself into being divided into two units. He pointed out it is not a large house, but a small house, however, it does have a finished basement. He stated there is 1,000 square feet of living space on one floor and the finished 6aseinent. Councilman Fitzpatrick stated he agrees with the comment made by Councilwoman Moses, but the cost of any decent home at all is relatively expensive. He stated he suspected the cost of this home was not hi9her than what would be expected, and perhaps aniong the lower prices of housing available. Councilwoman Moses asked if Councilman Fitzpatrick's point is that they , bought the home as a snngle family residence and should be able to afford it as a single family home. Councilman Fitzpatrick stated his point is that it really isn't a large house. Councilwoman Moses stated th�s split entry design is very conductive to conversion. She pointed out it is getting impossible for people to afford hous�ng, however, if this was approved i� would set a precedent. Mr. Gaydoes asked if the s�ze of the lot wouldn't limit future R-1 property being converted to R-2. Mr. Flora stated a spectal use permit can 6e applied for in any zone and there �s a system for zon�ng for types of densities. He stated the question here is if the Council allows a single family dwelling to be used by two separate families, with a special use permit, versus rezoning a part�cular lot to a larger density. Counc�lman Schneider stated he is sympathetic to the petitioners, however, the problem is roughly the 9,OOD other homes in the City where these persons have purchased homes specifically based on the concept of so much land and one famn,ly per unit. He felt the Counc�l owes protect�on to the people who assumed the zoning code wou�ld stand and if they bought in an R-1 zoning district, they would have R-1 housing in that distrtct. He stated he knows th�s doesn't address the problem of the housing costs. Councilwoman Ptoses stated Fridley is not an area where there is a large turnover and as people get older, they won't be able to move because there , aren't small enough units or small enough payments Where it would be possible for them to move. She felt they will be facing the same d�lemma and tt is a critical problem everyone is facing. REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 16, 1981 PAGE 5 Councilman Schneider stated he didn't disagree with what Councilwoman Moses was saying, however, there are thousands of people who will or will not face this problem at some point. He felt, hnwever, they should have some security regarding noise, density, traffic, etc. based on the zon�ng that was established. � Councilman Fitzpatrick stated several references have been made to the cost and monthly payments, 6ut potnted out they are betng asked to consider the special use permit and the cost, in his estimation, is not special as � the petttioners aren't purchasing exhorbitant expensive homes that they would need special consideration. Councilman Fitzpatrick stated his point is that it isn't a special consideration, as it would apply to every case in the City. Mr. Anthony Pikus, 4036 Ma�n Street, didn't feel the house payment should enter �nto the request for the special use permit. He felt it comes down to the po�nt if they can afford to live there, and if they can't, they probably shouldn't purchase the house. He pointed out when he purchased his house 15 years ago, he checked into the zoning. Councilwoman Moses stated she �s look�ng at the total society in terms of hous�ng. She pointed out, unless you are making $40,OOD to $50,OOD a year, you would havE a hard time moving and making the house payments at the prices and iiiterest rates today. Mr. Newman, representing the C�ty Attorney's Offi ce, stated the courts have held that on a special use permit, if the zoning ord�nance require- ments have been met, the Council doesn't have the broadest range of discre- tion. Since this special use permit is the first of its kind to be addressed by the Counc�l, their position �n the future would be based on how �his request �s handled. Councilman Fitzpatrick stated that is the point he is trying to make, � unless the Council is prepared to honor s�milar requests, they aren't prepared to honor this one. He stated a special use permit request should have something specialabout it, and his point is, there is noth�ng special about this request He stated he was sensitive to the issues Counc�lwoman Moses raises, but didn't think, or at least, isn't prepared to make that decision in general. Councilman Barnette felt this �ssue would be a good item for the Community Development Comm�ssion to research and review. Councilman Barnette ielt, throughout the country, some moves will ha�ve to be made on housing. He stated he would like to see some input from the Comnission to make some plans for the City to follow in this area. Mr. Menken stated both he and Mr. Gaydos are conscientous persons and wanted to be honest about their plans to separate this home into two units so if there are any different requirements for taxes, they wanted to pay their fair share. He stated he can see where there is concern about putting more persons in a dwelling unit, but felt this home lent itself well to this type of conversian. h1ayor Nee stated the problem ts once a special use permit is granted for this type of conversion, a precedent is set and felt something should be included in the zoning ordinance to perinit this in an orderly way to reduce the negative impact. � Councilman Fitzpatr�ck stated he appreciated their upfront manner of handling th�s matter, but was going to move for denial as the charactertza- tion of thts area is R-1 and didn't see any overriding reason for making special exceptions in this case. � REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 16, 1981 PAGE 6 MOTION by Councilman Fitzpatrick to deny Spectal Use Permit #81-01 on the basis it is out of character with the R-1 surroundings of the property. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Councilman Schneider stated he appreciated their honesty, and d�dn't know qu�te how to handle the situation, as he felt it was unfair to deny the request, but also unfa�r to the ne�ghborhood to approve it. Councilwoma�n Moses stated �f it wasn't for the precedent the Council would , be sett�ng, she would vote against the motion. She stated, being in real estate, she can understand what they are up against and this ts a problem the Counctl will have to deal with. She stated, based on the comments from the City Attorney, if this request is approved, the Council will be obl�gated to grant the same request to anyone else who applies. Mr. Gaydos stated they could have proceeded with the rezoning and indicated their main goal is having two separate units. Counc�lman Barnette stated this same argument was made in last Saturday's paper regarding an area in Kenwood Parkway. He stated he hoped a reasonable solution could be found that would meet with everyone's satisfaction. UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, all voted aye, and Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously MOTION by Councilwoman Moses to waive the $175 filing fee and reimburse the applicants for Spec�al Use Permit #81-01. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Councilwoman Moses to receive the minutes of the Planning Comm�ssion Meeting of March 4, 1981. Seconded by Councilmar� Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, P4ayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimoulsy. � RECEIVIi�G THE MINUTES OF THE APPEaLS COMMISSION MEETING OF FEBRUARY 10, 1981: ' �� CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FOR A VARIAfVCE TO THE INTERIM DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS FOR THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER CORRIDOR CRITICAL AREA BY WILLIAM S. PETERSON FOR WALTER RASMUSSEN, 7806 Alden Way: Mr. Flora, Pu61ic Works Director, stated this is a request for a variance to the Interim Development Regulations for the Misstssippi River Corr�dor Crit�cal Area for reduction of the required 1D0 foot setback to 70 feet for purposes of enclosing a porch for installation of a solar hearing area. Mr. Flora stated staff has also reviewed this request and the City hasn't .�de�,tedt��eCritical Areas Plan, as part of the Comprehensive Plan, but have a requirement to apply some of the regulations within the plan. Mr. Flora then proceeded to review the public purpose served by these requirements. Mr. Flora stated the Appeals Commission has also rev�ewed this variance request and recommencJed approval. MOTION by Councilman F�tzpatrick to concur with the recorrmendation of the Appeals Commission and grant the variance to the Inter�m �evelopment i Regulations for the h1ississippi River Corridor Critical Area, Section G, 4, (B-2) to reduce to 70 feet the requ�rement that in urban developed districts no structure or road shall 6e placed no less than 100 feet from the normal highvaater mark of the river, and no less than 40 feet from ' the blufflines, to allow an ex�sting dwelling to enclose part of an existing deck on Lot 11, Block 5, Pearson's Craigway Estates Second Add�tion, the same being 7£306 Alden Way N. E. Seconded by Councilwoman Moses. REGULAR MEETING OF h1ARCH 16, 1981 PAGE 7 Mr. Qureshi, City P1anager, questioned if the easement was needed for the utZltty l�ne. Mr Peterson, the applicant, stated the deck is already pro�ecting out, with no columns in the easement, and they wouldn't be building anything in the easement. UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTIQN, all voted aye, and Mayor Nee declared the motion carrted unantmously. � B CONSI�ERATION OF A REQUEST FOR A VARIANCE TO INCREASE THE SQUARE � FOOTAGE OF AN I�ENTIFICATION SIGN FOR UPlITY HOSPITAL, BY RUVELSON & ASSOCIATES, 4017 CENTRAL AVENUE: Mr. Flora, Public Works �irector, stated Unity Hosp�ta7 is proposing to take the existing sign and sltp over an anodized cover and the emergency sign will be replaced with a blue face and arrow � � � � Mr Flora stated staff would support the Appeals Commission recommendation for approval of the variance of the square footage of the sign from the allowed 24 square feet to 56.83 square feet P1r. Quresht, City Manager, pointed out the existing sign was in existence before the sign ordinance was in effect. MOTION by Councilwoman Moses to concur with the recommendation of the Appeals Commission and grant the variance to Unity Hospital to increase the size of the �dentification sign from the allowed 24 square feet to 56.83 square feet. Seconded by Councllman Fztzpatr�ck. Upon a vo�ce vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the mot�on carried unanimously MOTION by Councilman Schneider to recetve the mtnutes of the Appeals Commission Meettng of Fe6ruary 10, 1981. Seconded by Councilman Barnette. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, �4ayor Nee declared the motion carried unan�moulsy. IVING THE P9INUTES OF THE CHARTER COMMISSION MEETING OF FEBRUARY 3, 1981: MOTIDN by Councilman Schneider to receive the minutes of the Charter Commission Meet�ng of February 3, 1981. Seconded by Councilwoman Moses. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. CONSIDERATION OF SIGN PLAN FOR MODN PLAZA SHOPPING CENTER. f�r. Flora, Public Works Director, submitted the sign plan for Moon Plaza Shopping Center, as the code reyuires submission to the Council all sign plans for commercial centers of three or more units. Mr. Flora stated the plan �s consistent with the dimensions allowed 6y the sign code. P10TION 6y Councilwoman Moses to approve the s�gn plan for Moon Plaza Shopping Center with the following stipulattons for placing displays on the marquee: (1) Use only three-dimensional formed letters either glued or screwed to steel back�ng (2) All displays will have provisions for illuminat�on of which the tenant shall 6ear responsibiltty of repairing and maintaining and securing permits. Each electrical hook-up shall be metered to tenant's own master meter. (3) Each tenant shall bear the responsibiltty of maintaining and keeping the display in a neat and workmanship manner. This tncludes the painting and repainting of the steel backing and replacement of letters either cracked or missing. (4) No display may protrude above or below the marquee. (5) No off premises signs may be displayed {6) No display sign on sides or rear of build�ng. (7) No tenant shdll paint any signs on buildings. (8) No tenant shall place any signs on boulevard. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon avoice vote, all vot�ng aye, Mayor PJee declared the motion carr�ed unanimously. w� � In6 REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 16, 1981 CONSIDERATION OF ANOKA COUNTY PUBLIC WATERS/WETLANDS PROPOSAL PAGE 8 Mr. Bob Hutchinson, Anoka County Health Department, appeared before the Counctl regarding the public waters/wetlands proposal. Mr. Hutchinson stated this isn't a County program in any way, however, the law provides for the County to review and comment before the mapping is done. He stated any comments made in terms of changes and recommendations are purely on how the law is written and done without any consideration whether it is a good or bad law. Mr. Hutchinson stated the County received the Department of Natural Resources preliminary designation and mapping of Anoka County public water/wetlands on October 6, 1980 and comments from the County were to be subm�tted to the DNR within 90 days. Mr. Hutchinson stated, because re-mapptng was necessary, the County has received an extension until June 1, 1981 for their review and comment. Mr. Hutchinson stated, basically, three recommendations are being submitted to the County Board, as follows (1) That the mapping be done 6y the individual communities at a scale of at least 1:1000, or 1 500 where 1:1000 maps are not ava�lable, (2) That existing road right-of-ways be deleted from designations and mapp�ng; and (3) That the recommended destgnations and mapping corrections of the County, as outlined and identified on indiv�dual community maps and summary sheets, be submitted to the Commissioner or fdatural Resources as the minimum necessary corrections needed under the existing law. Mr. Hutchinson stated one designation suggested to be deleted in Fridley is No. 633, and also No. 685, which �s less than 2-1/2 acres. He stated, for the balance, he would suggest soine changes in the shape, as the DfdR's maps tended to expand the area and include a lot of non-wetland area. Mr. Hutchinson stated, at this point, they are looking at submitting one package which will be the maps and lists of recommendations for modifications He felt they have decent arguments for supporting the changes recommended. Mr. Hutch�nson stated when this informatton �s submitted to the DNR on June 1, 1981, the Commissioner has 30 days to review the recommendations and publish these designations in three legal newspapers in the County. He pointed out, at this time, there will be a 90 day period in which individuals can petitton for a hearing. He stated the County is also considerin� havtng an informational meeting, about two or three weeks after publication, to put out a display and provide individuals a chance to review the designattons and mapping and ask quest�ons. He stated the hear�ngs would all be held at one time and wouldn't expect them to 6egin until after the fi rst of the year. Councilwoman Moses questioned the D.N.R.'s purpose for destgnating those areas as publ�c waters/wetlands. Mr. Hutchinson stated once the designation is inade by the DNR as public water/wetlands, the City wouldn't be allowed to fill, drain, or build on this area without a permit from them. Mr. Flora stated staff has reviewed the designations and mapping and submitted comments to the County. Mayor Nee thanked Mr. Hutchinson for his review of this proposal. CONSIDERATION OF PARTICIPATING IN THE MIfJNESOTA �EPARTMEPlT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMEPJT STAR CITIES PROGRAPI: Mr. Quresh�, City Mariager, stated a commum cation was rece�ved from the Department of Economic Development for the City to participate in the Star C�ties Program. � 1 , � � 0 • REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 16, 1981 PAGE 9 He stated the elernent of the program is that cities should be trying to attract industry, wh�ch Fr�dley is already doing, however, he felt it should be brought to the Council's attention to see if they wish to partic- ipate in this program. Councilwoman Moses asked who would coordinate such a program. Mr. Quresh� introduced Kent Hill, who works with the City building and code enforcement offices, and stated he would coordinate this program. i�lr. Qureshi stated his only question would be on the creat�on of a local development corporation, which is one of the elements included in the program. He felt, however, this was already in the early stages. Counc�lman Schneider asked if they were to pass the resolution and get involved in the program and decided at a later date not to participate, if they would be obltgated in any way. Mr. Qureshi stated it was his understanding there wouldn't be any o6ligation on the City's part and this was more a helping sttuation on the part of the Department of Fconomic Department. MOTION by Councilwoman Moses to approve the participat�on of Fridley in the Minnesota Department of Economic Development Star Cities Program and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. Councilman Barnette stated he would enthusiastically move this resolution and for residents to watch their new park develop. � MOTION 6y Counctlman Barnette to adopt Resolution No. 27-1981. Seconded by Counc�lwoman Moses. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the mot�on carried unanimously. It was the feel�ng of the Counc�l that the administration and staff should be complimented for arranging this contract with Parl. Construction. Mr. Qureshi, City Manager, felt staff deserves the credit for this arrangement and pointed out it ar�ll save the taxpayers money. � RECEIVI�dG BIDS AND AWARDIN (BI�S OPENE� MARCH 2, 1981 Mr. Flora, Pu61ic Works Director, stated bids were received for 1981 tree removal service, and it is reconunended the low bid from Clark Landscaping be accepted. MOTION 6y Councilman Fitzpatrick to receive the bids for 1981 tree removal services and award the bid to the low bidder, Clark Landscaping. MIDWEST STUMP ARP'S UOTATION FOR: CLARK LAftlDSCAPING REMOVAL TREE SERVICE 0" - 5.9" DBH 6" _ 7 9" DBH 8" _ 9 9" DBH �0" - 11.9" DBH 2" - 13.9" DBH 14" - 15.9" DBH 16" - 11.9" DBH 18" - 19.9" DBH $ 15.00 75.00 35.00 45.00 65.00 100.00 125.00 150.00 $ 20 00 28.00 38.00 48 OD 61.00 76.00 106.00 134.00 � 2D 00 35 00 40.00 50.00 65.00 95.00 110.00 150 00 i ;� REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 16, 1981 �REE REMOUAL SERVICE QIDS CONTINUE�) QUOTATION FOR: Per 2" increment over 20.0" �BH ilauling to Landfil - 5yds. Subtraction for leavinq stump but debark�ng it per in. Addit�onal Amounts: % a. Close Power l�nes: b. Bldgs , other tmpro, shrubs c. No vehicle access: Cost per foot of VAPAM Cast per foot of trenched root barrier CLARK LAN�SCAPING $ 14.00 40.D0 .25 10% 10� 10% 2.00 3.00 MICWEST STUMP REMOUAL $ 12.00 48.00 .50 12% 12% 14% ?.75 4.25 PAGE 10 ARP'S TREE SERUICE $ 18.00 75.00 PJone � 1D% 10� 50% ?.00 2.00 Seconded by Councilwoman Moses. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unan�mously. '1 � RESOLUTION N0. 2 � A�VERTISEf1ENT FO � � � �. � � e ER AND S MOTION by Councilwoman Moses to adopt Resolution Plo. 28-1981. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, P+layor Mee declared the motion carried unanimously. ION N0. 29-1981 ORDERI�dG IMPROVEMENT D FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS EP1ENT PROJECT PJO. ST. 1981-1: P10TION by Councilman Schneider to adopt RQSOlution No. 29-1981. Seconded by Councilwoman Moses. Counc�lman Schneider asked if Viron Road had been deleted from this improvement Mr Flora stated it has heen deleted, however, it could be added later to the pro,7ect. UPON A VOICE UOTE TAKtiv GN 7HE ABOVE MOTION, aii voted aye, and Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unam mously. RESOLUTIOfJ fJO. 30-1981 ORDERING IMPROVEh1ENT, APPROVAL OF PLANS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS� STREET IMPROVEMEP�T PROJECT ST. 19f31-1: P�OTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 30-19�1. Seconded by �ouncilman Barnette. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, P9ayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. IFICATIONS NiOTIDfd by Counc�lwoman Moses to adopt Resolution No. 31-1981. Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the mot�on carried unanimously. � �� RE AD BIDS• STREET IMPROVEME��T PRO�ECT ST. 1981- MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolutior No. 32-1981. Seconded by Counc�lwoman Moses Upo�t a votce vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unantmously. 1 � I .� � e� REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 16, 1981 NG CONDITIONS. WAGES AP4 LOCAL N0. 792 PAGE 11 AGREEMENT MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 33-1981. Seconded by Councilman Barnette. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. ��1 � RESOLUTIDN N0. 34-1981 AUTHORIZING CHANGES IN APPROPRIATI g GENERAL AND OTHER FUNDS FOR THE YEAR 1980 �� MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 34-1981 Seconded by Councilwoman Moses. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. TED FUND BALANCES IN T}f GENERAL FUND AND TRANSFER FROM THE MOTION by Councilman Schnetder to adopt Resolution No. 35-1981 Seconded by Councilman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motton carried unanimously. 1� RECEIVING RESIGNATION - HUMAN RESOURCES COMMISSIOPJ MEMBER: MOTIOfV 6y Councilwornan Moses to recetve the resignation of Wayne Welch from the Human Resources Commission and instruct administration to prepare a certif�cate of appreciat�on. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all vo��ng aye, Mayor Nee dec�ared the motion carried unanimously. � �� CLAIMS. � MOTION by Councilwoman Moses to authorize payment of Claims No. 071405 through 071U15. Seconded by Councilman Barnette. Upon a voice vote, all vot�ng aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. � � ESTIMATES. P10TION by Councilman Fitzpatricl< to approve the estimates as submitted. Smith, Juster, Feikei��a, Malmon & Flaskvitz 125D Builders Build�ng Minneapolts, fiinnesota 55402 Legal Services rendered as Prosecutor for the month of February, 1981 Herrick G� Newman 6279 University Avenue fV. E. Fridley, MN 55432 For legal services reridered during the month of February, 19£31 � 2,510.00 $ 1,499.65 , Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a vo�ce vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. � � �Y I _ � � REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 16, 1981 LICENSES PAGE 12 MOTION by Counc�lman Schneider to approve the licenses as submitted and as on fi le tn the License Clerk's Offi ce. Seconded by Councilwoman Moses. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. RECEIVING COI+IMUNICATIOfJS FROM SCHOOL DISTRICT W0. 16 RE: COUNCIL LIAISON: MOTION by Councilman Schneider to receive the communication from School District No. 16. Seconded by Councilwoman Moses. Upon a voice vote, all vottng aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. MOTTON by Councilinan Schneider to appoint Cheryl Moses as the liason to School Dzstrict fdo. 16. Seconded by Councilman Barnette. MOTION by Councilwoman Moses to amend the motion to include Dennts Schnetder as an alternate to School District Plo. 16. Seconded by Counctlman Fitzpatrick. Upon a voice vote, all voting uye� Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEIV ON THE MAIN ��lOTION, all voted aye, and Mayor IJee declared the motion carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT: MOTION by Counc�lman Schneider to ad�ourn the meeting. Seconded by Councilwoman Moses. Upon a voice vote, all vot�ng aye, �4ayor Nee declared the motion carrie d unanimously and the Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Counc�l of hlarch 16, 1981 adjourned at 9•25 p, m. Respectfully submitted, '� a�-�-C� ,�r�'��1�-�'�� Carole Haddad Secy. to tne C�ty Council Approved: Apri] 6, 1981 V� �,. ��K� �-f9�V-� \ Willia J. Mayor �"�- I� , ' 1