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08/28/1995 - 00001361' THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF AUGUST 28, 1995 The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order at 7:35 p.m. by Mayor Nee. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Nee led the Council and audience in the Pledqe of Allegiance to the Flag. ROLL CALL• MEMBERS PRESENT MEMBERS ABSENT PROCLAMATION: Mayor Nee, Councilwoman Jorgenson, Councilman Billings, Councilman Schneider and Councilwoman Bolkcom None FRIDLEY PRIDE CITY-WIDE CLEAN-UP WEEK, SEPTEMBER 9- 16, 1995: Mayor Nee asked Councilwoman Bolkcom, the City Council's represen- tative for Clean-Up Week, to read this proclamation. � Mayor Nee issued this proclamation proclaiminq the week of September 9 through 16, 1995 as Fridley Pride City-Wide Clean-Up Week. He urged Fridley citizens to help one ano�her and to take advantage of this clean-up program to tidy up Fridley. � Mayor Nee presented this proclamation to Dean Saba of the Clean-Up Committee. Mr. Saba thanked Council for their support and encouraqement. He stated that he felt proud that the City can come together and take on such a project. Mr. Saba asked the other members of the committee to introduce themselves. These members were Lonni McCauley, Woody Nelson, Mel Bolen, Mary Bowen, Sue Price, and Jack Velin. Councilman Schneider stated he believes that this project will be a remarkable achievement for Fridley and will set a precedent for other communities. Councilwoman Bolkcom stated that volunteers are needed to help. She stated that she looks forward to this event and felt it was something that needed to be done in Fridley. APPROVAL OF MSNUTES: COUNCIL MEETING. AUGUST 14, 1995: MOTION by Councilwoman Sorgenson to approve the minutes as presented. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 28, 1995 PAGE 2 APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: OLD BUSINESS: 1. SECOND READING OF AN ORDINANCE UNDER SECTION 12.06 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CHARTER DECLARING CERTAZN REAL ESTATE TO BE SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZING THE SALE THEREOF (GENERALLY LOCATED AT 572D POLK STREET N.E.) (WARD 2): Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this ordinance declares real estate at 5720 Polk Street to be surplus, and it is to be sold. He stated that the parcel is 80 feet by 148 feet and meets the code requirements as a buildable lot. He stated that it is intended to sell the lot for construction of a single family home. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON THE REGULAR AGENDA. NEW BUSINESS: 2. PRESENTATION OF THE 1996 PRELIMINARY BUDGET: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the 1996 preliminary � budget for the General Fund is $9,758,126 which is a 1.9 percent decrease from the 1995 budget. He stated that with Special Revenue Funds, Capital Pro�ect Funds, and Agency Funds, the total budget is $12,340,500 or a 3.8 percent increase from 1995. He stated that the increase is due mainly to expenditures for various capital improvements in the areas of building, street, and park improvements. APPROVED THE 1996 PRELIMINARY BUDGET. 3. FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE RECODIFYING THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE, CHAPTER 205, ENTITLED "ZONING," BY AMENDING SECTION 205.25.8.C, AND REPEALING SECTION 205.24 AND ADOPTING A NEW SECTION 205.24 CREATING FLOODPLAIN REGULATIONS: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this ordinance was first adopted in 1977 to limit development in the floodway and permit development that meets standards in the flood fringe district. He stated that the current regulations require a minimum first floor elevation and a special use permit to build in the flood fringe. Mr. Burns stated that the amendments provide for the creation of a third district, "General Floodplain District,�� that � includes both floodway and flood fringe districts. He stated the amendment also provides additional standards Por manufac- tured homes, manufactured home parks, and placement of travel trailers on travel vehicles. He stated that there are no FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 26, 1995 PAGE 3 � changes to the ordinance as it relates to floodway and flood fringe districts, and there are no changes to the boundaries of this district. He stated that since the City does not permit manufactured homes or travel trailers in floodway or flood fringe districts, these amendments will have no affect on Fridley's residents. Mr. Burns stated that Council requested removal of the special use permit requirement to build in the flood fringe district, and this has been done. He stated that the changes were re- quested by the Federal Emergency Management Association and the Department of Natural Resources. WAIVED THE FIRST READING AND APPROVED THE ORDINANCE ON FIRST READING. 4. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF AUGUST 16, 1995: RECEIVED THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF AUGUST 16, 1995. 5. ESTABLISH A PUBLIC HEARING FOR SEPTEMBER 11, 1995, FOR A REZONING REOUEST, ZOA #95-05, BY KARL AND MARGARET SCHURR FOR � MINCO PRODUCTS, TO REZONE PROPERTY FROM C-2, GENERAL BUSINESS, TO M-1. LIGHT INDUSTRIAL, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 7321 COMMERCE LANE N.E. (WARD 31: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this public hearing is for the rezoninq of property from C-2 to M-2 at 7321 Commerce Lane N.E. He stated that the rezoning is requested to allow a 60,000 square foot addition to Minco Plant #2. SET PUBLIC HEARING FOR REZONING REQUEST, ZOA #95-05, FOR SEPTEMSER 11� 1995. 6. ESTABLISH A PUBLIC HEARING FOR SEPTEMBER 11, 1995, FOR A VACATION REQUEST. SAV #95-03, BY KARL AND MARGARET SCHURR FOR MINCO PRODUCTS. TO VACATE A 30 FOOT DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENT, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 7321 COMMERCE LANE N.E. (WARD 3): Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this public hearing is to consider the vacation of a 30 foot drainage and utility easement. SET PUBLIC AEARING FOR VACATION REQUEST� SAV #95-03� FOR SEPTEMBER 11, 1995. � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 28, 1995 PAGE 4 7. EXTENSION OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP #94-03, BY GORDON HEDLUND, TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION IN THE FLOOD FRINGE DISTRICT, GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF BUFFALO STREET EAST OF RIVERVIEW TERRACE; AND EXTENSION OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP #94-04, BY GORDON HEDLUND TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION IN THE FLOOD FRINGE DISTRICT, GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF CHERYL STREET WEST OF BROAD AVENUE; AND EXTENSION OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP #94-05, BY GORDON HEDLUND, TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION IN THE FLOOD FRINGE DISTRICT, GENERALLY LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF DOVER STREET, WEST OF BROAD AVENUE (WARD 3 L Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated Mr. Moe, nephew of the late Gordon Hedlund, has requested a one-year extension on these special use permits. He stated it is expected that the builder, Janice Khan of Advanced Design, Inc., will acquire the properties and construct a home on the Cheryl Street lot this fall. He stated that the other two buildings are likely to be constructed next year. APPROVED A ONE YEAR EXTENSION OF SPECIAL USE PERMITS� SP ' #94-03, SP #94-04� AND SP #94-05� WITH THE STIPULATIONS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED, AND SUSJECT TO COMPLIANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT�S STIPULATIONS ON THE LAND ALTERATION PERMIT. EXTENSION OF VARIANCE REOUEST, VAR #94-18, BY TIMOTHY STRONG FOR STRONG BUILT HOMES, TO REDUCE THE FRONT YARD SETBACK FROM 35 FEET TO 20 FEET ON PROPERTIES GENERALLY LOCATED AT 1476 AND 1490 64TH AVENUE N.E. (WARD 2 L Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that a one-year extension has been requested on this variance which would allow construction of two single story homes. He stated that construction is to begin on one of the homes in early September, 1995. APPROVED A ONE YEAR EXTENSION OF VARIANCE REQUEST� VAR #94-18. 9. APPROVE LICENSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY AND ANOIZA COUNTY FOR CENTRAL AVENUE BIKEWAY/WALKWAY PROJECT NO. ST. 1994-9• Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this agreement identifies the City's responsibility for construction and operation of the bikeway to be constructed on the west side of Old Central � from 69th Avenue south to Highway 65. He stated that the agreement also establishes the City's responsibility for removal or relocation of the bikeway if the road is widened for some future County project. � � 1 FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 28, 1995 PAGE 5 10 F_F� 12 THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON THE REGULAR AGENDA. RESOLUTION N0. 50-1995 AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF MINNESOTA FOR THE LOAN OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS EMERGENCY RESPONSE EQUIPMENT: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the Fridley Fire Depart- ment has been identified as a Chemical Assessment Team by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety and covers Anoka, Isanti, Kannabec, and Chisago Counties. He stated that Fridley deploys three firefighters to do the assessment, and he expects to enter into a two-year contract with the State of Minnesota in September. He stated that under the terms of the agreement, the City gets $40,000 a year from the State, along with the equipment that is listed in the equipment loan agreement. Ae stated that examples of this equipment are monitoring and detection equipment, personal protective equip- ment, a Chevrolet suburban, an equipment trailer, and a library with reference documents and computer software. He stated that there is no cost to the City for the equipment. The costs for maintenance and storage will be billed to the state. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 50-1995. APPROVE ANIMAL CONTROL CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY AND SKYLINE VETERINARY HOSPITAL: Mr. Burns, City Manger, stated that the term of this contract is August 1, 1995 to July 31, 1996. He stated that there is an increase in the boarding fees from $9 per day to $12 per day with fifty percent returned to the City, rather than 100 percent. He stated it is expected that $1,450 will be collected in impound fees over this contract period and one- half would be kept bp Skyline. He stated that this equates to a 4.8 percent increase. He stated that the contract remains the same at $15,000 per year. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON THE REGULAR AGENDA. APPOINT FRIDLEY REPRESENTATIVE TO THE BOARD OF THE NORTH SUBURBAN CONSUMER ADVOCATES FOR THE HANDICAPPED: Mr. Burns, City Manger, stated that Roger Blohm has resigned as Fridley representative to this Board, and their Executive Director recommends the appointment of Sackie Wagner. APPOINTED JACRIE WAGNER AS THE FRIDLEY REPRESENTATIVE TO THE BOARD OF THE NORTH SUBURBAN CONSUMER ADVOCATES FOR THE AANDICAPPED. � � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 28, 1995 PAGE 6 13. CLAIMS: APPROVED CLAIMS NO. 63629 THROUGH 63890. 14. LICENSES: APPROVED THE LICENSES AS SUBMITTED AND AS ON FILE IN THE LICENSE CLERR�S OFFICE. 15. ESTIMATES: APPROVED THE ESTIMATES� AS FOLLOWS: Dermco Construction Company 2837 Aldrioh Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55408 Tennis & Basketball Court Color Coating & Overlay Surfacing Project No. 284 FINAL ESTIMATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 5,067.30 Barna, Guzy & Steffen, Ltd. 400 Northtown Financial Plaza 200 Coon Rapids Boulevard Coon Rapids, MN 55433-5894 Services Rendered as City Attorney for the Month of July, 1995. . . . . . . . . $ 3,492.00 Newquist & Ekstrum, Chartered 301 Fridley Plaza Office Building 6401 University Avenue N.E. Fridley, MN 55432 Services Rendered as City Prosecuting Attorney for the Month of July, 1995 ....$10,203.75 Councilwoman Jorgenson requested that Items 1 and 11 be removed from the consent agenda and plaoed on the regular agenda. Councilman Billings requested that Item 9 be removed from the consent agenda. There were no comments form the audience regarding the consent agenda items. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve the consent agenda items, with the exception of Items 1, 9, and 11. Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 28, 1995 PAGE 7 � ADOPTION OF AGENDA: MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt the agenda with the addi- tion of Items 1, 9, and 11 from the consent agenda. Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. OPEN FORUM, VISITORS: There was no response from the audience under this item of business. OLD BUSINESS: 16. VARIANCE RE9UEST, VAR #95-16, BY ROBERT AND KAREN FOURNIER TO REDUCE THE FRONT YARD SETBACK FROM 35 FEET TO 25 FEET TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A THREE SEASON PORCH, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 8095 RIVERVIEW TERRACE N.E. (TABLED AUGUST 14. 1995) fWARD 31: Mayor Nee removed this item from the table. He stated that the Appeals Commission has recommended denial of this variance. Mr. Hickok, Planning Coordinator, stated that this is a request for � a variance to reduce the front yard setback from 35 feet to 25 feet to allow the construction of a 10 foot by 14 foot three season porch on the front of the home at 8095 Riverview Terrace. Mr. Fournier, the petitioner, stated that they wish to construct this three season porch to their home so that they would have a view of the river. Councilwoman Bolkcom stated that she has a problem with the addi- tion to the front of the home beoause it is not a typical addition. She stated that usually this type of addition is to the side or rear of a home. Mr. Fournier stated that it may be setting a precedent, but he felt this addition to the home would look nice. Councilman Schneider stated that he did not find any specific hard- ship, which is the criteria for a variance. Mr. Fournier stated that he retired last year. This addition would allow him more light exposure, and he would be able to have a view of the river. MOTION by Councilwoman Bolkcom to deny Variance Request, VAR � #95-16. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, Councilwoman Bolkcom, Councilman Schneider, Councilwoman Jorgenson, and Mayor Nee voted in favor of the motion. Councilman Billings voted against the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried by a four to one vote. � � �I FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 28. 1995 PAGE 8 1. ORDINANCE NO. 1055 UNDER SECTION 12.06 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CHARTER DECLARING CERTAIN REAL ESTATE TO BE SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZING THE SALE THEREOF lGENERALLY LOCATED AT 5720 POLK STREET N.E.) (WARD 21: Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that a number of individuals have inquired when this lot would be up for sale. She stated that she understands this lot will be given to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority and then sold. She inquired if signs have been construc- ted for placement on the sites that have been declared surplus. Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that the signs have been completed and will be placed on the sites available for sale. Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that her concern was that the public knew these sites were available for development. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to waive the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1055 on the second reading and order publication. Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Councilman Billings stated that when the south 35 feet of this lot was sold, he believed an easement was retained and felt that an easement should also be retained on this lot. MOTION by Councilman Billings to amend Section 1, paragraph 2 of this ordinance by changing and adding the following after Lot 3: Replace the period with a comma and add: subject to an easement to the City of Fridley along the easterly five feet. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. Councilman Billings stated that on the north property line of this property there is a fence and asked if the property owner to the north was contacted and notified that the fence is on the property that is to be sold. Mr. Hickok, Planning Coordinator, stated that staff discussed the fence with the property owner to the north. The fence posts have been moved and are no longer at the location shown on the survey. UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE MAIN MOTION, all voted aye, and Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 9. APPROVE LICENSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY AND ANOKA COUNTY FOR CENTRAL AVENUE BIKEWAY/WALKWAY PROJECT NO. ST. 1994-9: Councilman Billings stated that as the plans are completed for this bikeway/walkway the County may, at some future date, want to widen Central Avenue. He stated he felt that in constructing this � � �I FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 28. 1995 PAGE 9 bikeway, the County should take into consideration the required distance of ten feet from the curb line so if, in the future, this road is widened, it would not be necessary to relocate the bikeway/walkway. He stated he understands that, if possible, the residents' plantings in the right-of-way will be preserved. Councilman Schneider stated that there was a lot of controversy over this particular bikeway, and every reasonable attempt should be made to avoid removal of residents' shrubbery and landscaping. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve the license agreement between the City and Anoka County for the Central Avenue Bikeway/ Walkway, Project No. ST. 1994-9 and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute same. Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 11. APPROVE ANIMAL CONTROL CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY AND SKYLINE VETERINARY HOSPITAL: Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that with the rising prices of boarding animals, she felt that a licensing fee for cats should be considered if the City increased the licensing fee for dogs. She stated that the license fees are not enough to cover the cost of boarding stray animals. She stated that cats that are adopted should be licensed the same as dogs. Councilman Billings stated that there is a leash law for cats as well as dogs. He felt that this is not adhered to and if there was a license fee for cats, it would also probably be disregarded. Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that her concern is to cover the City's costs. Councilman Schneider stated he did not believe that a license fee of $2.50 for cats would cover any costs. MOTION by Councilman Billings to approve the animal control contract between the Crty and Skyline Veterinary Hospital and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. NEW BUSINESS• 17. VARIANCE RE9UEST, VAR #95-20, BY FRANK KITTERMAN, TO REDUCE THE SETBACK OF A SIGN FROM A PROPERTY LINE FROM 10 FEET TO 0 FEET, IN ORDER TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF A FREE-STANDING SIGN, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 6400 CENTRAL AVENUE N.E. (WARD 2 L Mr. Hickok, Planning Coordinator, stated that this is a request for a variance to reduce the setback of a sign from a property line FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 28, 1995 PAGE 10 � from 10 feet to 0 feet. He stated that the Appeals Commission recommended approval of a variance to reduce the sign setback from l0 feet to 4 feet, with a stipulation that the petitioner execute and record against the property a hold harmless agreement indemni- fying the City and the County from liability should repairs be needed to the utilities below the sign location. Mr. Hickok stated that staff reviewed five other alternatives that would not require a variance; however, there are certain locations that would be a hardship because of the trees. He stated that staff recommends concurrence with the recommendation of the Appeals Commission. Mr. Kitterman, the petitioner, stated he believed that a four foot variance would be satisfactory, and he would trim the trees for better visibility. He stated that he does not feel that a hold harmless agreement is needed, as he does not want to be held responsible for replacing his sign if a contractor cannot stay away from secured property. He stated that there will only be one vertical post supporting the sign, and it seems that a contractor working in the area should be able to support the sign. Mr. Herrick, City Attorney, stated that he did not feel a hold harmless agreement was necessary. He felt that an agreement in � writing was necessary stating that if it becomes necessary to excavate for the underground pipe and if the City Engineer or City contractor determines it is necessary to move the sign, the City would give reasonable notice to the property owner, and the property owner would agree to remove the sign while the excavation is taking place. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to grant Variance Request, VAR #95-20, to reduce the setback of a sign from a property line from 10 feet to 4 feet, with the stipulation that the property owner enter into an agreement to be drafted by City staff to the effect that the City would provide reasonable notice, except in the case of an emergency, and the petitioner would remove the sign prior to any excavation and replace the sign after excavation. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 5. REZONING REOUEST AND VACATION REOUEST FOR KARL AND MARGARET SCHURR FOR MINCO PRODUCTS: Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that Karl and Margaret Schurr are in the audience. They wish to comment on their plans and the reason for the rezoning request for which a public hearing is scheduled for September 11. � Mr. Schurr stated that he wished to address Council about his future expansion plans. He stated that the public hearing will be held on the rezoning for Minco Plant #2. He stated that they have � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 28. 1995 PAGE 11 another building planned, Minco #3, which is already in the proper zoning of heavy industrial. He stated that the main reason for the rezoning is to be able to construct the parking lot for the pro- posed addition. 18. MOTION TO CONVEY FOUR CITY-OWNED LOTS TO THE FRIDLEY HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated it is recommended that Council convey ownership of four lots to the Housing and Re- development Authority. She stated that the first parcel is located on Polk Street; the second parcel is in the Riverview Heights area acquired by tax forfeit and the vacation of right-of-way; and the other two parcels are located in the Hyde Park area. Mr. Herrick, City Attorney, stated that he has no problem with conveying ownership of these lots to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, but he feit the legal description for Parcel 4 should be more detailed. Ms. Dacy stated that Council could approve the parcel descriptions, as submitted in Exhibit A, but when the title is deeded, the de- scription may have to be revised and be more detailed. � MOTION by Councilman Schneider to authorize conveyance of the £ollowing lots, as described in Exhilait A, to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute the necessary documents: Parcel 1: Lot 3, Block 2, Sexter Addition, Anoka County, Minnesota, except the south 35 feet of Lot 3, subject to an easement to the City of Fridley along the easterly 5 feet of Lot 3; Parcel 2: Lot 26, Block C, Riverview Heights, Anoka County, Minnesota, and that part of all of the vacated Broad Avenue N.E., lying southerly of the westerly exten- sion of the southerly line of said Lot 26, sub�ect to an easement to the City of Fridley for bikeway and walkway purposes; Parcel 3: Lots 27 and 28, Block 12, Hyde Park; Parcel 4: Vacated egress road from T.H. 47 lying over Lots 29 and 30, Block 12, Hyde Park. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 19. INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS: Mr. Burns, City Manager, requested Council view a short video on Clean-Up Week. Mr. Burns reviewed the items to be discussed at the August 29 Conference Meeting. � Mr. Burns provided an update on the meeting with the County representatives regarding the Rottlund development, as requested by Councilman Billings. He stated that the meeting was attended by Anoka County Commissioners McCarron and Kordiak, County Engineer Jon olson, Mayor Nee, Barb Dacy, John Flora, and himself. � �J � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 28, 1995 PAGE 12 Mr. Burns stated that the issue of traffic counts on Mississippi Street was discussed. He stated that the County Engineer, Mr. Olson, disagrees with the projections presented by Rottlund's traffic consultant, BRW, Inc. He feels that there will be less traffic after the development than there was before the Rottlund development. Mr. Burns stated that alternatives were discussed including using the existing intersection at Third and Mississippi Streets. He stated that there was some resistanoe from the County Engineer, as he would still like channelization. He stated that there was discussion about widening Third Street to which the County Engineer did not agree. He stated that channelization was discussed at the existing Third Street location to avoid the cost of upgrading the Holly Center ingress and egress which would result in a reduced cost. He stated that there was discussion about whether or not the County would be willing to participate in that cost. He stated that there was not consensus among the County representatives. They may consider participation, but the issue was not resolved. Mr. Burns stated that one of his concerns is to stimulate the developer's participation if the existing Third Street will be used for access to Rottlund's development. He stated that there was discussion if, in the future, channelization needs to be done how it would be funded. He stated that the County felt it should be a cost sharing responsibility, and the City felt the County should be responsible. Ms. Dacy stated that it was agreed the City would get back to the County within the next ten days, and a potential request may be for funding on the Third Street option. She stated that this would be discussed in September with the County committees. Mr. Burns suggested that perhaps contacts should be made with the owners of Holly Center to review the benefits of stacking space and to try and encourage their participation. He stated that he believed it is important to talk to the developer about their participation in any improvements, and it would pave the way of returning to the County and seeking the County's participation. Mayor Nee stated that the meeting began underscoring that this is an exploratory discussion. He stated that, at this point, further discussion and research is needed. He stated that the County was totally opposed to a four-way stop. Councilwoman Bolkcom asked why the County was opposed to a four- way stop. Mr. Burns stated that the warrants for a four-way stop were harder to meet than for signalization. Councilwoman Bolkcom felt that the County's main concern is that they would need to tear up Mississippi Street.