01/22/1996 - 00001904THfi M3NUTE8 OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CYTY COUNCIL OF
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The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order
by Mayor Nee at 7:30 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Nee led the Council and audience an the Pledge of Allegiance
to the Flag.
ROLL CALL:
MEMBERS PRESENTa Mayor Nee, Councilwoman Jorgenson, Councilman
Billings, Councilman Schneider and Councilwoman
Bolkcom
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
UPDATE FROM ANOKA COUNTY SHERIFF LARRY PQDANY:
Mayor Nee stated that Council is honored to have Anoka County
Sheriff, Larry Podany, at tonight's meeting,
Mr. Podany stated that he appreciated the offer �o attend the
meeting and to in�roduce himself to the citizens of the communitye
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with Hennepin County. He stated that he previously lived in
Fridley and now resides in Andover.
Mr. Podany outlined the services available to the City in the areas
of crime prevention and control through the Anoka County Sheariff°s
Departmente He stated that police calls, which average about 30�
per year, have remained fairly stable this past year. He
encouraged Council to contact him if he or his department can be
of any service.
REPRESENTATIVE ALICE SOHNSON:
Representative Alice Johnson informed Council tha't zhe legislative
session has just begun, and she expects it to be short and qui'ce
intense. She stated that if there is any business Council wishes
to call to her attention, she would like to hear about it as early
as possible. She stated that she is particular3y interes�ed in
Council°s position on trie toll road. She stated that the speed
limit bill may also have some impact on the City ana possibly the
sfieriff's office.
Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if toll roads were proposec`t in tkae
south portion of the City specifically south of I-394.
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FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 22. 1996 PAGE 2
� Representative Johnson s�ated that sh� could think of several toll
roads, and she is offended that the nor�h end of the City is being
asked to support toll roads while the taxpayers in the north have
also paid for the roads in the south, She stated that she is also
opposing the speed limit bill,
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Representative Johnson stated that she was pleased with the budget
surplus and is suggesting that an education s�abilization �und be
established to take care of the caps issue. She stated that if
this issue is not dealt with there would be a$75 per pupil cut in
aid,
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
COIINCIL MEETING. JANUARY 8, 10996:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve the minutes as presentede
Seconded bv Councilwoman Joraenson.
Councilwoman Jorgenson
noted that Mr. Potasek
changed her position or
would like to add to
position, and if Mr.
yelling when they were
have heard her loud anc
atated that in the minutes on Page 6, it was
stated that he was happy to see that she
i the warming houses, She stated that she
the minutes that she did not change her
Potasek had listened �o her, instead of
having a telephone conversation, he would
clear.
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to amend the minutes by adding her
comment to Mr. Potasek from the January 8 tape of the minutesa
Secondeci by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote, all votinc,�
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE MAIN MOTION, all voted aye, and
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
OLD BUSINESS•
l. ORDINANCE NO. 1063 ESTABLISHING A NEW CHAPTER OF THE CITY CODE
OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY, CHAPTER 221, ENTITLED "STONYBROOK
�REEK STORM WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT:'B
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this is the second
reading of an ordinance to create the Stonybrook Creek Storm
Water Ymprovement District.
WAIVED THE READING AND ADOPTED
SECOND READYNG.
NO. 1063 ON THE
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FRIDLEB CITY COUNCIL ME$TING OE SANUARY 22, 1996 PAGE 3
NEW BUSINESS:
APPROVE SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NO. 1063 ESTABLISHING A NEW
CHAPTER OF THE CITY CODE OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY. CHAPTER 223,
ENTITLED "STONYBROOK CREEK STORM WATER IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT:"
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that Council approval is
necessary in order to publish the summary of Ordinance
No. 1063.
APPROVED THE SUMMARY OF ORDYNANCE NO. 1063 AND ORDERED
PIIBLICATION.
3. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSSON MEETING OF
JANUARY 3, 1996:
I2ECEIVED THE MINUTE3 OF THE PLANNYNCv COMMYSSLOAY MEETYNG O]E°
JANUARY 3, 1996.
4. SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP #95-11, BY NORTH COUNTRY COLLECTIBLES,
TO ALLOW RETAIL USES WITHIN INDUSTRIAL BLTILDINGS;
AND
SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP #95-12, BY D.V,Ti,. TRANSPORT. INC., TO
ALLOW REPAIR GARAGES WITHIN INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS, GENERALLY
LOCATED AT 1175 73-1/2 AVENUE N.E. (WARD 2�
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated the code requires that
commercial operations in industrial dis�ricts require a
special use permit. He stated that North Country Collectibles
is a retail operation that sells co3lectible merchandise. He
stated that this business originally began as a warehouse
operation in the Lund building, and its owner later decided
to open up space as a showroom unaware of the requirement of
a special use permit. He stated that since the owner was
notified he has applied for this special use permit,
Mr. Burns stated �hat the Planning Commission recommenciecl
approval of this request with nine stipulations and staif
concurs.
GRANTED SPECIAL USE EERMITs SP �95-Y1� BY STORTii COUNTR�°
COLLECTIBLESo WZTH °SHE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONSo $1) QDWNEik
SHALL PROVIDE ADEQUATE PARRING ON-SITE FOR USES WITHYI�1 THE
BUILDING. IF PARRING DEMAND EXCEEDS EARRING ACCOMDiODATIO1NSa
A MODIFICATION OF THE REAR PARRING/STORAGE AREA MAY BE
REQUIRED; (2) ANY NEW LIGHTING ASSOCIATED WITH THIS USE SHALL
BE DOWNCA3T SECURITY/SAFETY LIGHTING AND SHALL NOT EXCEED A
FOOTCANDLE MEASOREMENT DEEMED APPROPRIATE BY CIT% STAEF FOR
THE SPECIFIC LOCATION; (3) TAE COMPI,ETED/APPROVED (RITEWAY)
BITE PLAN INCLUDING ALL CODE REQUIRED ELEMENT3 SUCH AS:
CONCRETE OR ASPHALT PARRING SURFACE3, B6-1� CURBING AROUND
THE PERIMETER OF ALY, PARRTNG SURFACES, SCREENING WALL3 OR
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FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 22. 1996 PAGE �
FENCEB� SPECIFIC LANDSCAPE PLANT MATERIALS� PLANT LOCATIONSs
AND IRRIGATION FOR THE FRONT AND SIDE YARDS� SHALL BE ADHERED
TO WITH ANY MODIFICATION REQUIRYN� REVIE� AND APPROVAL BY CITY
STAFF; (4) NO OUTDOOR PORTION OF THIS M-1 PROPERTY SHALL BE
IITILIZED FOR DISPLAY OR SALEB; (5) DRIVE AISLES SHALL BE
PROVIDED AND REPT FREE OF VEHICLES TO ALLOW CIRCU%ATION AND
ACCESS FOR POLICE AND EMERGENCY VEHICLES' (6) DELIVERIES TO
THE RETAIL OPERATION SHALL HE DONE YN A MANNER THAT DOES NOT
DISRUPT PARRING OR THE ENTRANCE3 TO OTHER BUSYNESSES WITHYN
THIS COMPLEXa' (7D ALL SIGNS SHALL BE CONSISTENT WITH THE
COMPREHENSIVE BUILDING SIGN PLAN APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL;
(8) ALL EXISTING NON—COMPLIANT SIGNS SHALL BE REMOVED FROM TH�
BITE AND SHALL BE REPLACED BY PROPER SIGNAGE WITHIN 45 DAY�
OF FINAL CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF THE $PECIAY�87SL�° PERMITp APII➢
�9) THE OT4NER SHALL PROVIDE INFORMATION ABOUT 30 PERCENT
MAXIMUM RETAIL TO PRESENT AND FUTURE RETAILERS IN COMPLEX SO
THAT THEY ARE AWARE OF THE LIMITED EXPANSION POTENTIAL FOI2
RETAIL WITHII3 THE SUILDING.
Mr. Burns,
for D.V.L.
industrial
located in
and then
Riteway.
City Manager, stated that the special use permit
Transport, Ync. is to allow a repair garage within
buildings. He stated tha� the owner originally
the Lund building, agreed to do Riteway's repaira
decided to expand opera�ion ta repairs beyond
Mr. Burns stated that the Planning Commission recommended
approval o£ this special use permit with £ourteen stipulations
and staff concurse
GRANTED SPECYA� USE PERMIT SP #95-12� BY D.Q7.i. 3°RANSPORZ°l
INC.� WITH THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS: (1) MOTOR VEHICLES
BTORED OUTSIDE SHALL NOT EXCEED 15 FEET YI�S HEIGHT; Q2B
SCREENING MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED AS IN SECTION
205.17.06G(1)(a); (3) MOTOR VEHICLE STORAGE IS CONDUCTED AS
PROVIDED IN SECTION 205.17.07.D(5); (4D LIGHTING ASSOCIATED
WITiH STORAGE SHAiY, HE DOWNCAST SECURYTY/SAFETY LIGHTYNG AND
BHALL NOT E%CEED A FOOTCANDLE MEASUREMENT DEEMED APPROPRIAT�
HY CITY STAFF FOR THE SPECIFIC LOCATION; (SD �'H� COMPLETED/
APPROVED (RITESPAY) BITE PLAN INCLUDING ALL CODE REQUIRED
ELEMENTS SUCH ASo CONCRETE OR ASPHALT EARRING SURFACES, B6-1�
CURHING AROUND °PHE PERIMETER OF ALL PARRIPIG �URFACES,
SCREENING WALLS OR FENCESs SPECIFIC LAND3CAPE PLANT MATERIAL3,
PLANT LOCATIONSs AND IRRIGATION FOR THE FRONT AND SIDE YARD5
SHALL BE ADHERED TO WITH ANY MODIFICATION REQidIRYNG REVIEW ANID
APPROVAL HY CITY 6TAFF; (6) NO OUTDOOR PORTIOId OF" THIS M—Y
PROPERTY SHALL BE UTILIZED FOEt DISPLASC OR SALESg Q7) ARIV7E
AI3LES SHAI,L SE PROVIDED AND REPT FREE OF pEH%Cd,EB °PO ALLOW
CIRCULATION AND ACCESS FOR POLICE AND EMERGENCY VEHICLES; �8)
NO JONR OR INOPERABLE VEHICLEB SHALL BE STORED ON SITE; (9)
ALL SCREENING FENCE INSTALLATIONS SHALY, MEE�° al'HE MINIMUM
SUILDING SETBACR i2EQUIREMENTS FROM ANX STREE'S PIiOPERTX LINES e
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FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 22, 1996 PAGE 5
(YO) ALL BIGNS SHALL BE CONSISTENT WITH THE COMEREHEN3IVE
SUYLDYNG BIGN PLAN APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCILv° (81H �L�
EXISTING NON-COMRLIANT SIGNS SHALL BE REMOVED FROM THE SITE
AND SHALL BE REPLACED SY PROPER SIGNAGE WITHIN 45 DAY3 OF
FINAL CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL OF THIS SPECIAL USE PERMYT; ga2)
NO OUTDOOR REPAIR OF MOTORIZED OR EdON-MOTORIZED VEHICLES SHALL
BE PERMITTED; (13) ALL EXI6TING OUTDOOR STORAGE SHALL BE MOVEIA
TO HARD-SURFACED PARRING AREA� STORED INDOORS� OR REMOVED FROM
SETE COMPLETELY; AND (14) THE REAR AREA SCREENING GATE SHALL
SE REPT CLOSED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SCREENING BETWEEN STORAGE
AREA AND THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY.
5. ESTABLISHING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR FEBRUARY 12, 1996, TO
CONSIDER THE 1996 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
PROGRAM FUNDING•
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the City expec�s to
receive $155,223 this year for the Community Development B1ock
Grant Program. He stated �hat staff is recommending that 85
percent of the funds be allocated for housing rehabilitatiora
and 15 percent of the funds be allocated for public service
activities, He stated that it is requested that Counoi3
establish a public hearing for February 12, 1996 to consider
allocation of the CDBG funds.
SET THE PUHLIC HEARING °PO CONSIDER THE 1996 COMMUNIT%
DEVELOPMENT BLOCR GRANT PROGRAM FUNDYNG FOR FEBYtUARY 12, 1996s
ESTABLISH PUBLIC HEARING FOR FEBRUARY 26, 1996, FOR THE LOCKE
LAKE EXCAVATION PROJECT N0. 2550
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that a public hearing should
be set for February 26, 1996 to consider the assessment of 43
property owners abutting Locke Lake. He stated that the total
cost for this excavation project is $54,000, and each owner
is to be assessed $1,255.81 over a�en-year periode
THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON
THE REGULAR AGENDA.
7. RESOLUTION N0. 6-1996 ORDERING IMPROVEMENT, APPROVAL OF PLANS
AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS: SANITARY AND STORM SEWER
REPAYR PROJECT NO. 292:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this improvement will
allow the lining of 1,316 feet of 15 inch sanitary sewer line
and the lining of 417 feet of 36 inch open jointed concrete
pipe in the storm sewer on 7th Street south of Mississippi
Street. He stated that $85, OOO has been budge�ted for �the
sanitary sewer portion of the projec�, and $120,000 has been
budgeted for the storm sewer portion of the project,
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 6-1996.
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FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETYNG OF JANUARY 22, 1996 PAGE 6
S, RESOLUTION NO. 7-1996 ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS; 1996
REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF MISCELLtlNE0U5 CONCRETE CURB, GUTTER
AND SIDEWALK PROJECT NO. 294:
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Mr. Burns, City Manaqer, statecl that this prolect covers
remedial sidewalk, curb repair and replacement due to utility
repairs and construction of new driveways. I-Ie stated that �he
project also covers additional concrete slabs and footings at
the fire training center.
ADOPTED RESOLIITION NO, 7-19960
RECEIVE BIDS AND AWARD CONTRAC'� FOR ALL WHEEL DRIVE
ARTICULATING FRONT-END LOADER:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that two bids were received
for this front-end loader. He stated that �he low bidder was
St. Joseph°s Equipment Company in the amount of $91,5D9.80 and
includes a five-year warranty.
RECEIVED THE SIDS FOR THE FRONT-END LOADER FROM ST. JOSEPH°S
EQIIIPMENT COMPANY IN THE AMOUN'1' OF $91s509.Sp AND RDO EQUIP-
MENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $104a437.89. AWARDEID THE CONTRACT TO
THE LOW BYDDER� 6°d°. JOSEPH�S EQUIFMENT COMPANY IN TAE AMOUNT
OF $91�509.80.
RECEIVE BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR WELL REPAIR PROJECT
NO. 290:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that bids were opened for the
repair of Wells No. 4 and 12, Project No. 290. He stated that
Bergerson Caswell was the low bidder for Well No. 4 at
$26,031, and Keys well Drilling Company was the low bidder for
Well No. 12 at $17,437.
RECEIVED THE FOLLOWING BYDS FOR °PHE REPAIR OF WELL PIO. 9:
E. H. Renner & Sons
Mark Traut Wells
Bergerson Caswell
Keys Well Drilling
$41,135.00
$32,587.00
$26,031.00
$26,580.00
RECEIVED THE FOLLOWING HIDS FOR THE Y2EPAIR OF WELL NO. 12:
E. H. Renner & Sons
Mark Traut Wells
Bergerson Caswell
Keys Well Drilling
$26,086.00
$21,934.50
$17,643.00
$17,437.00
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FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUAR% 22. 1996 PAGE 7
�WARDED THE CONTRACT FOR THE REPAIR OF WELL NO. �(PROJECT
NO. 290) TO THE Y,OW BIDDER� SERGERSON CASWEL� IN THE AMOUNT
OF $26�031.00 AND AWARDED THE CONTRACT FOR THE REPAIR OF �ELL
NO. 12 (PROJECT NO. 290) TO THE LOW SIDDER� KEYS WELL DRILLING
%N THE AMOUNT OF $17�437.00.
11. RESOLUTION NO. 8-1996 APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING SIGNING AN
AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING WORKING CONDITIONS, WAGES AND HOURS OF
POLICE OFFICERS OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR
THE YEAR 1995;
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the original agreemen�
with the Fridley police officers was approved by Council on
June 26, 1995. He stated that Article 31, dealing with the
Cityos employee education program, was not included. Since
tha� time, the City has gone through arbitratione He stated
that the City prevailed, and the financial assistance policy
for all City employees has been added to the police contract.
ADOPTED RESOLIITION NO. 6-1996.
12e APPROVE PROPOSED 1996 AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY
AND THE ETC FRIDLEY COMMUNICATIONS WORKSHOP:
� Mr. Burns, City
authorizes �he use
support of public
proposed agreemen
incorporates this
1995 contract. He
equal installments
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Manager, stated that the 1996 budget
of $40,200 from �he cable franchise fee for
access televisione �e stated that this
t with ETC Fridley Communbcations Workshog
amount and othes language contaimed in the
stated that payments are to be made an four
of $10,D50.
APPROVED TAE 1996 AGREEMENT BETWEEN TAE CITY AI3D THE ETC
FRIDLEY COMMIINICATION3 WORKSHOP AND AUTHORYZED THE MAYOR AND
CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAME.
APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR LEGAL SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITX OE
FRIDLEY AND HOLSTAD & LARSON, P.L.C., AND FREDERIC W. XNAAK:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the City advertised for
legal services in various bar association publica�ions during
the month o� September, 1995. He stated that after interviews
with representatives £rom four firms, sta£f is recommending
the firm of Holstad & Larson, P.L.C. and Frederic W. Knaak.
He stated that this agreement establishes the scoQe of
services to be provided and compensation for those services.
Mr. Burns stated that the compensation is set at $4,250 per
month for basic legal services and $75/hour for time spent in
� litigation beyond the first ten hours of any one month. He
stated that the agreement also provides �hat the contract may
not be assigned without the City�s permission and that eitfier
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FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY �2a 1996 PAGE 8
party may sever the contract with sixty days written notice,
He stated that the agreement is for three years and would
begin today and end December 31, 1998.
THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON
THE REGULAR AGENDAe
14. APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR LEGAL SERVYCES BETWEEN THE CTTY OF
FRIDLEY AND NEWOUIST & EKSTRUNi. CHARTERED. AND CARL �.
NEWOUIST:
Mr, Burns, City Manager, s�a�ed that the City advertised for
prosecution services in September, 1995. He stated �hat after
interviews with representatives from four firms, staff is
recommending the firm of Newquist & Ekstrrzme &ie stated that
this firm has been providing prosecution services to the City
for many years.
Mr. Burns stated that the agreement establishes the scope of
services and the compensation at $63.75/hour for 1996;
$70.00/hour for 1997; and $75.0o/hour for 1998. He sta�ed
that the agreement also provides tfiat the con�ract may not be
assigned without the Cityos permission and that eitfier party
may sever the contract with sixty days written notice.
THIS ITEtI WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA ANU PLACED Old
'SHE REGULAR AGENDA,
15. CLAIMS:
AUTHORIZED PAYMENT OF CLAIM NOS. 66025 THROUGH 66255.
15. LICENSES:
APPROVED THE LICEN3ES AS SUSMITTED AND AS ODI F3LE IN '�°HE
LICENSE CLERR°S OFFICE.
No persons in the audience spoke regarding the proposed consent
agenda items.
Councilwoman Bolkcom requested that Item 6 be removed from the
consent agenda.
Councilwoman Jorgenson requested that Item 13 be removed from the
consent agendae
Councilman Schneider requested that Item '14 be removed from �he
consen�. agenda.
� MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve the consent agenda items
with the deletion of Items 6, 13 and 14. Seconded by Councilwoman
Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the
motion carried unanimously.
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� ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
MOTION by Councilwoman Bolkcom to adopt the agenda with the addi-
tion of Items 6, 13 and 14 from the consent agenda. Seconded by
Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimouslye
OPEN EORUM. VISITORS:
There was no response from the audience under this item of
business.
NEW BUSINESS'
6. ESTABLISH PUBLIC HEARYNG FOR FEBRUARY 265. 1996, FOR THE LOCKE
LAKE EXCAVATION PROJECT NO. 255:
MOTION by Councilman Billings �o set �he public hearing for the
Locke Lake Excavation Project No. 255 for �ebruary 26, 1995,
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, Councilma�
Billings, Councilman Schneider, Councilwoman Jorgenson, and Mayor
Nee voted in favor of the motion. Councilwoman Bolkcom abstained
from voting on the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
by a 4 to 1 vote.
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17. PUBLIC HEARING ON REZONING REQUEST, ZOA #95-019 PLAT REQUEST,
P.S. #95-01; AND VACATION REOUEST, SAV #95-02, BY ROTTLUND
HOMES, INC.•
M�TION by Councilman Billings to waive the reading of the public
hearing notice and open the public hearing. Seconded by Council-
woman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee
declared the motion carried unanimously and the public hearing
opened at 7:59 p.m.
Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that this public
hearing is due to changes in the reflevelopment plan for Rottlund
Homes. She stated that there are three requests related to the
redevelopment of the southwest quadrant at Mississsppi Stree� and
University Avenue.
Ms. Dacy stated that the first request is to rezone the property
from C-3 and R-3 �o S-2, a redevelopment district. She stated that
�he S-2 zoning district requires review and plan adoption by
Council. 5he stated that the next request is for approval of the
plat which creates right-of-way for Third Street and lots for the
� townhouses and condominiums. She stated that the third request is
for vacation of existing drainage and utility easemen�s; vacation
of the right-of-way for the frontage road nort� of Satellite Lane
to Mississippi Street; and vacation of �he Third Street right-of-
way just north of Satellite Lane.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 22, 1996 PAGE 10
� Ms. Dacy stated that the plan has changed in �hat two �our-story
condominium buildings which were originalTy pro�osed gn the plan
have been elimina�ed. She stated that the cost to build the units
was too expensive in comparison to the market price. She stated
that the purpose of the public heazing is to receive input abou�
the revised plan. She stated that the revised plan contains g18
units with 64 three-story units near University Avenue and
Mississippi Street and 54 one and two-s�ory units on the west side
of Third Street.
Ms. Dacy stated that another change is the intersection improve-
ments at Mississippi Street and University Avenue, She stated that
the County, the HRA, the developer, and the owhers of HolYy Cen�er
will each share one-quarter of the costs for this improvement.
Ms. Dacy stated that the building elevations and types of units to
be constructed has changed from the original pAan. She sta�ed that
three-story rowhouses will be located in the northeas� portion of
the site, and one and two-story designs on �he west side of Third
Street. She stated that one-third will be marked for seniors and
should be one story high. She stated that there would be addi-
tional brick features in the townhouse units.
Ms. Dacy stated that the developer would aTso like to discuss the
� proposed change in the name of the development from Stonegate to
Christiansen Crossing.
Ms. Dacy stated that storm plan issues need `co be resoYved, and a
meeting held with the Rice Creek Watershed District. She stated
that other issues that need finalization are the storm pond
agreement, agreements with the county regarding �he Mississippi
Street reconstruction, building elevations, the park/plaza plans,
and the development agreemen�. She stated that these items will
be submitted with the final plan.
Mr. Whitten, Vice-President of Rottlund Homes� stated that they
have added several new buildings to the design. He stated that
there are 54 village homes west of Third Street and 32 townhomes
back-to-back, remaining from the original p1an. He stated that
what has been added is a three-story townhomes in the northeast
portion of the site which captures some of the same type of images
as the original design. He stated that these townhomes have garage
and laundry facilities on the grade level, with living and dining
areas on the main floor, and bedrooms and bath on the upper floora
He stated that the square footage is about 3,200 and would sell
from $100,000 to $120,000,
Mr. Whitten stated that the three-story row type townhomes located
' in the north section of the plat have a very strong image to the
back facing the plaza area. He stated that these are in four and
six unit configurations. He stated that they also have garage and
laundry facilities at grade level, living and dining areas on the
FRIDLEY CITY COIINCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 22, 1996 PAGE lY
� main floor, and bedrooms and bath on the upper floor. He stated
that there are two car garages on the end units and single garages
for the other units. He stated that the price range for these
units would be $105,000 to $125,000.
Mr. Whitten stated that both of these products are geared for the
young professionals, singles, and young couples. He stated that
it is a dense product and offers private entrances and decks.
Mr. Whitten stated that the previous plan contained both cottages
and villages and targeted empty nesters. He stated that they would
offer both one story and two-story units. He stated that the one
level units have single car garages with about 1,200 square feet,
and the two-story units have the same square footage with two car
garages. He stated that these units would se1Z from $9o,oDO �o
$110,000.
Mr. Whitten stated that in the two-stories that are oifered, the
living area is on the main floor with bedrooms and ba�h on the
upper floor. He stated that they may introduce another plan with
a master bedroom on the main floor. d-Ie stated that this should
give them the flexibility on the type of product and price they
hope to achieve for this portion of the site. He stated that they
have platted these units showing the largest footprint. YIe stated
� that many have smaller plans, but they have the opportunity for
flexibility with all the lots, except threep so that a larger unit
could be built.
Councilman Schneider asked the square footage and selling price of
these four plans.
Mr. Whitten stated that the square footage is about 1,200, offers
a single car garage, and would sell for around $lOD,DOO.
Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if the selling price woulci be about
$100,000 or in the high $90,00o range,
Mr. Whitten stated that it would be within the range of $90,000 to
$100,000.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that she is expecting soane of the
units to sell at $90,000, not $98,000,
Mr. Whitten stated that they are f.rying 'to achieve this range but
cannot commit to something at $90,000.
Mr. Gary Wellner, owner of property ad�acent to the site, stated
�hat he understands the City is participating in �his project
�hrough tax increment financing. FIe stated that another concern
� is the area to the west of Third Streelt, He stated that this has
a greater density than the original proposal that he supported.
He stated that he must speak against this plan. He stated that he
is concerned about the increase in the density because he owns
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adjacent property. He stated that two additional unigs have been
shoved in that small circle area while two units have been removed
in the basin area. He sta�ed that if there is a need for greater
density, it should be done within the development so that it does
not impact adjacent property owners.
Mr. Wellner stated that he felt the cottage plan was far superior
and does not find this plan appealing, He felt that there should
�e uniform structure whetfier it be one or �wo story. He sta�ed it
seemed that within the 54 units, there could be a single story
structure and lots opposite could be two-story. i3e stated that he
was also concerned about the lot size and green area.
Ms. Dacy stated that the S-2 district gs somewhat different from
a typical residential zone where certain lot widths mus� be met.
5he stated that there are eight units per acre in this plan which
is a reduction from the previous plan. She stated that the exact
lot size is essentially going to mirror the footprint of the buil-
ding itself and be four to five feet ora either side, She staied
that the lot size really is not the issue. What they are trying
to do is create the flexibility for the mar7cete
Ms. Dacy stated that she would disagree to have either one story
or two story units in one area. She statecT that with the variatiora
� of the heights, it is more appealing because the units are not the
same, one after the other. She stated that there is no change in
the setbacks along the west side, but there are four additional
units from that part of the west area.
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Mr. Wellner stated that he would like the lesser density in �he
units that would be facing the adjacent neighborhoodo
Mr. Whitten stated that the buildings in this loca�ion are the same
proposed in the previous plan. He stated that they have gone from
cottage homes in this area to a smaller unit. He stated that as
far as placing the density in other areas of the development, open
area is needed for the storm water retention, and there is not the
opportunity to locate units in another location.
Mr. fl2od Hogetvedt, 201 Sylvan Lane, stated that he gs concerned
about the densitye He asked if the uni�s would be managed by
Rottlund and if there were covenants on this development. He also
questioned if a home with a single car garage was marlcetable and
viable.
Mr. Don Jensen, Land Development Manager for Rottlund Tiomes, stated
that the units are no� managed by Rottlund, but by a ananagement
company. He stated that the Homeowners Association is regulated
to some degree through the VA/FHA process. He stated that as �ar
as viability of a one car garage, a lot of empty nesters are really
single households and have only one vehicle. He stated that �he
single car garages are primarily to serve buyers that kiave only one
vehicle.
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Mr. Wellner stated that if Third Street were straightened and
reverted back to the original plan, the density could be increased.
He stated that the selling prices were originally around $160,000,
and the concept was to take care of the seniors which he feels this
plan neglects. He felt that these units would be more of a star�er
homep and he stated that the City has a lot of properties under
$100,OD0. He felt that these should be a little more expensive and
in line with the original intent. He felt that the cottages would
give a better mix, and he said that the plan has been watered down
to accommodate Rottlund Homes.
Ms, Dacy stated that in regard to the alignment og Third Stree�,
it can be changed, but the curved design slows down traffic. She
stated that it really comes down to what is �he priority for
providing this number of units. She stated that it is a loss to
the senior element of �he plan wbth the elimination of the
condominium units. She stated that the City is requiring that one-
third of the 54 units would be specifically sold to seniors in an
affordable range of $90,000 to $110,000. She stated that the
remaining 54 units will be marketed between $110,000 and $120,000
with some units selling for $120,000 and above. She stated that
�his is an attempt to give the developer flexibility an order to
appeal to the market and to provide some senior housing, as there
is a demand for one-story senior housing in the communitye
Mr. Joel Novak stated that he is interested in the senior housinq
in this development. He stated that he does not understand the
figures that range from $90,000 to $110,000. He stated that there
has to be a fixed price for a unit with a one car garage and a
price for a unit with a iwo car garage.
Mr. Whitten stated that they are trying to commit to a price range,
but at the same time the plans are being developeda they are not
in a position to say what plan will be at what price. �e stated
that they do not know the exact costs at this time. He stated that
he did not think the intent was to commit to a price for each unit
but to operate within a certain range.
Councilman
of a home,
may be the
range.
Billings stated that other factors figure in the price
not only a one or two car garage. He stateci that it
amount of amenities which couYd determine the price
Mr. Whitten stated that they want to give the opportunity for
persons to purchase these units as reasonable as possibTe. To offer
options or amenities would increase the price.
Ms. Bonnie Johnson stated that she is interested in �rie
� deveTopment, but she felt this plan was congested. She statecl t�aa�t
she was more interested in the prior plan, but felt she would be
moving into an apartment with these two bedroom units. She fe3t
that there is not adequate space in these units, and they should
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 22, �996 PAGE 1�
�be a little more spacious. She stated that she would like more
_ floor space on the same leve3.
Ms. Arlene Bjorklund stated that she is a senior citizen and has
lived in Fridley over 37 yearse She stated that she and her
husband cannot take care of their property and would like to remain
in Fridley, but they do not have access to the type of living they
would likee She stated that a unit wbth a master bedroom and bath
on the main floor would be very desirable.
Mr. Whitten stated that they are looking at possibly having a unit
with a master bedroom and bath on the main floor.
Ms. Dacy stated that she thought there was a floor plan with a
master bedroom on the first floor.
Mr. Whitten stated that it is something they continue to look at,
and these floor plans are not cast in stone.
Councilwoman Bolkcom asked iP Rottlund would iotally rule out
larger units on these sites.
Mr. Whitten stated that with the affordability issue, these £oot-
prints are not as large as the cottages. He stated tha� they are
� trying to give the same elements as the cottages with two bedroomsa
two baths and porches. He stated tha� �hey can�ot have larger
units and also meet the $90,000 to $110,000 price range. He stated
that the opportunity of having a master bedroom on the main floor
may allow a little larger unit in the areas that are available.
Ms. Courtney Rathke, 6270 Jupiter Road, s�a�e� that she was
concerned about the detention basin on Satellite Lane. She stated
that the intersection at Sylvan Lane and Jupiter Road is a low
point. She is concerned that the detention basin will not be
sufficient to handle the runoff and that it would affect her
driveway. She stated that she wanted to make sure that there is
not any overflow into her neighborhood.
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated that part of the require-
ments for the development is to accept the water that falls on the
site and release it to the storm system in Sylvan Park.
Ms. Aacy stated that the piping will be constructed in conjunction
with the development, and the cost would be paid by the Housing and
Redevelopment Authority.
Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if there would be increased runoff ir.
Sylvan Park.
� Mr. Flora stated that there would not, as the water will be piped
through a conduit rather than running across the surface.
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Mr. Rathke, 6270 Jupiter Road, stated �hat he liked the original
proposal better than this plan. He stated that there are street
lights proposed on the corner of Third Street, and a lot of peop3e
are concerned about the traffic flowo
Ms. Dacy stated that in regard to the s�reet lights, �he original
plan showed a light standard at Third and Mississippi Stree�s and
Satellite Lane and Third Street. She stated that this area will
be part of the plan for a lighted intersection. She sta�ed that
�here would be a taller light standard in addition to the decora-
tive lights on Mississippi Street.
Ms. Dacy stated that staff did some additional traffic anaTysis
and, after evaluating the counts and videotaping intersection
movements from Second Street, it was determined that the proposed
location of Third Street is the safest because it will provide
controlled movements in�o Holly Ce�ter and the developmen�o
Ms. Dacy stated tha� the traf£ic counts from Holly Ce�ter are
higher than on the residential access to the weste She s�ated that
everything would be in place for a signal at some time in the
future, if it is warranted. She stated that the county feels this
is the best location for Third Street and staff concurs.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that there is some question as to the
signalization of that intersection ancl having two traffic lights
so close to each other,
Ms, Dacy stated that whenever the warrants present themselves, the
county will have to determine if a signal should be installed. 5he
stated that the traffic out of Holly Center is heavy but not enough
at this time to meet the requirements for a signal. She stated
that when this occurs, the county will have to make a decision
regarding signalization.
Ms. Janet Renz stated that she has pricedl Rottlund Homes in the
area and is concerned why these appear to be cheaper than those
built in other areas.
Mre Whitten stated that many of these units are smalYer in square
footage.
Mr. Don Jensen stated that the water and storm sewer improvements
are not included, which allows Rottluncl to reduce the cost of the
units.
Councilman Billings asked if a development agreement has been
signed with the Housing and Redevelopment Authority.
Ms. Dacy stated thaf a draft has been prepared, and sfie hoped to
have this approved by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority at
their next meeting.
Councilman Billings stated that he would like �he c�evelopment
agreement signed before he is asked to vote on the pTa't. He sta'teci
that since the development agreement is not in place, the final
selling price of the land is not available.
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� Ms. �acy stated that the selling price of the land �s based on a
formula on the number of units, She stated that there is a tenta-
tive agreement at this point.
Councilman Billings asked how tfie estimated land price at this time
compares to the estimated land price given �o �he �ousing and
Redevelopment Authority and the City Councig in December� 1994.
Ms. Dacy stated that it is approximately the same.
Councilman Billings stated that in the original �lan there were
over 170 units. He asked how the estimated tax revenue from these
units would compare with the tax revenue for the current proposaT.
Ms. Aacy stated that she would obtain this information for Council.
Councilman Billinqs stated that the current site is approximately
£ourteen acres. He stated that there were originally ten acres,
but four acres were added in 1995. He asked Lhe costs for
acquiring the additional four acrese
Councilman Billings stated that he woul� like to know what revenue
would be generated if only the ten acres had been developed versus
the addition of the four acres to make it a fourteen acre site.
� He asked if the additional revenue covers the acquisition costs.
Ms. Dacy stated �hat she could obtain �his informa�ion for Counci3.
Councilman Schneider stated that in �egard to the density, the
condominiums did not appear to be feasible. �e stated that
although he liked the original plan, this represents a compromise,
Councilwoman Bolkcom asked why the name was changed from Stonegate
to Christiansen Crossing.
Mr. Whitten stated that the originaY owner of this property was
where Christiansen Farms was located, and the owners happen to be
related to the Chairman of the Board of Rottlund.
MOTION by Councilman Billinqs to close the public hearing. Seconded
by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the public
hearing closed at 9:08 pem,
13a APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR LEGAL SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF
FRIDLEY AND AOLSTAD & LARSON. P,L.C., AND FREDERICK W. KNAAKe
Councilman Schneider stated that in a memorandum �rom the City
� Manager dated January 18, 3996, he noted that Mr. Newquist was
concerned about separating the prosecution for zoning, rental and
housing code violations from the remainder of the prosecution
duties. He asked if this has been resolved.
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Mr Surns, City Manager, stated that as the contract is drafted,
it proposed the prosecution for zoning, rental and housing code
violations should be handled by Holstad & Larson and Frederic W
Knaak. He stated that Mr Newquist would prefer to handle the
prosecution in these cases, as there is one calendar for Fridley,
and this splits the calendar which he felt is awkward.
Mr. Burns said the City's position is that since the attorney for
the civil side of our legal services is relied upon primarily for
working on amendments in this area, it makes sense for them to
represent the City in these matters
Councilman Billings asked if there was anything in the contracts
that would preclude the City from having the legal prosecuting
attorney handle those issues.
Mr Burns stated it is something that would have to be negotiated
with both tirms He stated that they are not talking about a huge
case load, probably only two or three cases per year
Councilman Schneider stated that he would assume if this agreement
is approved that there is an opportunity to re-negotiate the
contract, if necessary.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to concur with the recommendation of
the City Manager and approve the agreement for legal services
between the City and Holstad & Larson, P.L C, and Frederic W
Knaak and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute same
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a roll call vote,
Councilman Billings, Councilman Schneider, and Councilwoman Bolkcom
voted in favor of the motion. Mayor Nee and Councilwoman Jorgenson
voted against the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
by a three to two vote.
Mr. Burns introduced Mr Fritz Knaak, the new City Attorney, with
the firm of Holstad & Larson.
Mr. Knaak stated that he was grateful for this appointment and
appreciates the opportunity to serve the City
14 APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR LEGAL SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF
FRIDLEY AND NEWOUIST & EKSTRUM, CHARTERED, AND CARL J
NEWOUIST:
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to concur with the recommendation
of the City Manager and approve the agreement for legal services
between the City and Newquist & Ekstrum, Chartered, and Carl S
Newquist and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute same.
Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom
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Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that as the contract is drafted,
it proposes the prosecution for zoning, rental and housing code
violations should be handled by Holstad & Larson and Fred Knaak.
He stated that Mr. Newquist still takes exception �o this, but he
understands it is the City's choice. He stated that Mr. Newquist
would prefer to handle the prosecution in these cases, as there is
one calendar for Fridley, and this splits the calendar which he
felt is awkward.
Mr. Burns said the City°s position is that since the attorney for
the civil side of our legal services is relied upon primarily for
working on amendments in this area, it makes sense for them to
represent the City in these matters.
Councilman Billings aslcec3 if there was anything in the contracts
that would preclude the City from having �he legal prosecu�ing
attorney handle those issues,
Mr. Burns stated it is somethinq that would have to be negotiated
with both firms. He stated that �hey are no� talking about a huge
case load, probably only two or three cases per year.
Councilman Schneider stated that he would assume if this agreement
is approved that there is an opportunity to re-negotiate the
contract, if necessarye
MOTION by Councilman Billings to concur with the recommendation of
the City Manager and approve the agreemen� for legal services
be�ween the City and Holstad & Larson, P.L.C., and Frederick W.
Knaak and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute same.
Seconded by Councilman Schneider. Upon a roll call vote, Council-
man Hillings, Councilman Schneider, and Councilwoman Bolkcom voted
in favor of the motion. Mayor Nee and Councilwaman Jorgenson voteci
against the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried by a
three to one votee
Mr. Burns introduced Mr. Fred Knaak, the new City Attorney, with
the firm of Holstad & Larson.
Mr. Knaak stated that he was grateful for this appointmen4. and
appreciates the opportunity to serve the City.
14. APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR LEGAL SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF
FRIDLEY AND NEWQUIST & EKSTRUM, CHARTERED, AND CARL J.
NEWQUIST•
MOTION by Councilman Schneider to concur with the recommencla�ion
of the City Manager and approve the agreement for legal services
between the City and Newquist & Ekstrum, Chartereci, and Carl Je
Newquist and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute same.
Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcome
FRIDZEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 22, 1996 PAGE 18
� Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated tha� Newquist & Ekstrum have taken
some exception to the indemnificatio� clause, and there is a
possibility that the contract may have to be amendede He stated
that the indemnification clause is being requested by the League
of Minnesota Cities. He stated that he felt their insurance can
live with the languagee
Councilman Schneider asked if it would be brought back to the
Council if this is approved but then there is a problem.
Mr. Burns felt the risk was low that �his will have to be brought
back to Council,
Councilwoman Bolkaom felt that perhaps this should be tabled until
this issue is resolved.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that she would agreee
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to table this item. Seconded by
Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
18. INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS:
1 DAVE SALLMAN. PUBLIC SAFETY DIRECTOR - RE: ISSUES BROUGHT UP
BY RESIDENTS OF THE VILLAGE GREEN APARTMENTS AT THE JANUARY 8a
1996 COUNCIL MEETING:
Mr. Sallman, Public Safety Director, stated tha� he wished to
respond to the complaints from tenants at Village Green apartments
regarding the enforcement of the rental housing ordinance and
conduct on the premises. He stated that the conduct on licensed
premises is part of the rental ordinance, and the intent is to hold
the owners of an apartment complex responsi�le for t�eir tenants.
Mr. Sallman stated that one of the charges made by the citizens on
January 8 was that if they called the police, they get a"strike"
against them. He stated that what happens, if the violation
warrants it, is that a letter is sent to the licensee and resident,
He stated that there was reference that anyone that calls �he
police ends up with a let�er. He stated that this is not correct.
Normally, an arrest is what �riggers the Tetter. Mr, Sallman
stated that this was explained to the tenants of Village Green, and
there will be a meeting on February 13 �o discuss the ordinance
with them.
Mr. Sallman stated tfiat there are various forms of pubTic nuisance.
If someone were to make �he statement that they called the police
� and ended up with a letter that could possibly be true. He stated
that, for example, if someone is having a party at their rental
unit, it gets out of hand, and the police respond, it is possible
they could get a letter.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 22. 1996 PAGE 19
� Mr. Sallman stated that there are other areas, such as domestic
abuse, that are not easy. He stated that one problem with domestic
assault is when the victim is also co-habitating with the person
who commits the assault. He stated that if the victim is willing
to obtain an order for protection the Yetter is disregarded and
does not count. He stated that these are not easy issues, but
there are times when facts are left out.
Mr. Sallman stated that the person who was evic�ed from Village
Green apartments had eleven police calls. He stated that what the
police are trying to do is solve some of the problems instead of
having to go back to the same residence time afcer time.
Mr. Sallman stated that the managers of the apartment buildings
would prefer not to be licensed. He siated that they do not like
the interference of government into their business. ]He stated,
however, he has received comments from individuals that they like
the support when they have to go to court. He stated that the
Police Department has tried to approach this from a positive
standpoint. iie stated that when there is an eviction, the police
are there supporting the owner. Mr. Sallman stated �hat the
ordinance was working for the overall safety of the residents of
Fridley,
� Councilman Schneider asked what woulcYTzappen if a'tenant was being
staTked by someone who is not living in the same apartment and
calls the police several times.
Mr. Sallman stated that practically speaking, they woulci not
receive a letter. He stated that a person could be a real victim
and in fear of calling the police. S-Ie stated that he would fiate
to see a situation where a letter was sent and did not protect a
victim. He stated that any policy does not work 100 percent of the
time. dIe stated that the City has a mandatory arrest policy
regarding assault, and if the police have probable cause that ara
assault has occurred, they will make an arrest.
Mr. Sallman stated that domestic abuse is such a complicated issue,
but he does not feel this ordinance is overly abuszve f.o that
situation. iie stated that he would be surpxised that someone woulcl
not call the police because of this ordinanceo
DISCUSSION ON MEETING WITH THE SENIORS:
Mr. Burns felt that the meeting with the seniors to discuss their
concerns was very positive.
Councilwoman Bolkcom s�ated that �he lines of communications shou3d
be kept open, and the results of the citizens survey should be
� shared with them. She stated that the seniors indicated that they
could not get volunteers.
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Councilman Billings sta�ed that it was a good first meeting. He
stated that a task force could probably be established to work with
the Parks and Recreation Commission to come up with ideas on how
to incorporate some volunteers into this processe
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that with tfie scfiool district
providing space for the seniors, the City offsets that with the
playground and recreational equipment, and there is a sharing.
Councilman Schneider stated that the City should be very conscious
of the communications with the seniors.
DISCUSSYON ON ICE RINKS AND WARMING HOUSES:
Councilman Billings stated tha� some residents want the ice rinks
restored, and some want the warming houses back. He stated that
there are two basic lobbying groups. He stated that Councilwoman
Jorgenson stated that she had some meetings with the school
district and indicated that she expected to see the warming houses
back for the 1996-97 season.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that she spoke with Gordon Backlund
of the school board, and they agreed to try to get staff together
to meet on this issue, She stated that she has not �eard if any
mee�ings have been scheduled. She stated that the schooT district
is busy with the bond referendum and the allocations for �he
schools, but she hoped to meet to determine what contribution can
be made for the warming houses.
Councilwoman Bolkcom felt that the next step is a group meeting
with the Parks and Recrea�ion Commission to keep �he momentum
going.
PICK-UP OF DAMAGED TREE LIMBS FROM THE ICE STORM:
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated tha� �he City is publici-
zing on cable television that anyone with downed tree limbs and
branches from the ice storm can place them on the curb, and cxews
will start picking them up as soon as possible.
TIMETABLE FOR STONYBROOK CREEK PROSECTo
Councilman Billing stated that he has been asked i� there is a
timetable for the Stonybrook Creek project,
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated that he plans to brinq
this issue to Council at the next regular meeting, and he hoped to
start construction in Februarye
CONFERENCE ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that during the conference session
he would like to discuss the following items: (1) City interes�
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUAR� 22. 1996 PAGE 2�
� in the site occupied by the Unical s�ation at I-694 and Highway
65; (2) computer purchases and the Five Year IS Planp (3) a
wireless telecommunications ordinancep (4) proposed �quipment
maintenance RFP; and (5) the Commission appreciatxon dinner�
ADJOURNMENT°
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to adjourn the meetAng. Seconded
by Councilman Schneider. Upon a voice voteq all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the Regular Meeting
of the Fridley City Council of January 22, 1996 adjourned at
9:49 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Carole Haddad
Secretary to the City Council
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[�Tilliam J.�Nee
Mayor