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03/18/1996 - 00001969� � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1996 PAGE 1 THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF MFaRCH 18, 1996 The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order by Mayor Nee at 7•35 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Nee led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. ROLL CALL: MEMSERS PRESENT: MEMSERS ABSENT APPROVAL OF MINUTES: COUNCIL MEET Mayor Nee, Councilwoman Jorgenson, Councilman Billings, Councilman Schneider, and Councilwoman Bolkcom None MARCH 4, 1996: MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: NEW BUSINESS: 1 2 the minutes as presented. a voice vote, a11 voting unanimously. REESTFIBLISH PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 22, 1996 FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO CLASSIFY GRAVEL AND/OR DIRT DRIVEWAYS AS A NiJISANCE AND PROHIBIT THEIR USE: REESTABLISH PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 22, 1996 FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO INCLUDE PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE DEFINITION AND REMOVAL OF JUNK OR UNSAFE VEHICLES FROM PRIVATE PROPERTY. 3. REESTABLISH PUBLIC HEARING FOR APRIL 22, 1996 FOR AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT PROHIBITING THE RETURN OF ABATED PROPERTY TO ITS ORIGINAL LOCATION IF IT CONTINiJES TO BE IN VIOLATION OF CITY ORDINANCES: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the above three proposed ordinance amendments were originally scheduled for a public hearing this evening; however, the publication deadlines were � � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1996 PAGE 2 4 � 6 not met. He requested that these public hearings be re- scheduled for April 22, 1996. RE-SCHEDULED PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR THE ABOVE THREE PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS FOR APRIL 22, 1996, RESOLUTION NO APRIL 22, 1996 18-1996 CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON ON THE MODIFICATION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT N0. 1 AND THE TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLANS FOR TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT NOS. 1-3, 6, 7, AND 9-14: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that Allan Mechanical, Inc. is proposing to construct a 17,000 square foot building at a cost of $800,000 on the Northco site. He stated that they are seeking a five percent TIF grant for soil correction. He stated that the public hearing is for the expansion of the TIF district. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 18-1996. RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING "NO PARKING" ON CENTRAL AVENUE AI,ONG THE MEDTRONIC PROPERTY (WARD 2): Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated Medtronic has requested that "No Parking" signs be installed along Old Central Avenue from 69th Avenue north to their property limits. He stated Medtronic felt that parkinq alonq the curb represents a safety concern for both pedestrians and traffic due to the amount of traffic and the speed limit on Old Central. Mr. Burns stated that the County is agreeable, but would like Council's approval. THIS TTEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON THE REGULAI2 AGENDA. RECEIVE BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT FOk THE MISCELLANEOUS CONCRETE CURB, GUTTER AND SIDEWALK PROJECT N0. 294• Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this is an annual pro�ect for the repair of miscellaneous concrete curb, gutter and sidewalks in the City. He stated that the pro�ect also includes the repair of two concrete streets in the Innsbruck area and concrete work for the Fire Department at the Fire Training Center. Mr. Burns stated that the low bidder was Landmark Concrete in the amount of $42,842.50. 1 FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1996 PAGE 3 The bids were as follows: Landmark Concrete, $42,842.50; Standard Sidewalk, $47,400.00, Schmidt Curb Company, $47,940.D0; Gunderson Bros., Inc., $50,002.00, Advance Concrete, $51,262.50; RSO Custom Concrete, $54,556.00; Thomas & Sons, 555,550.00; Halvorson Construction Company, $63,270.00; and Curb Master, Inc ,$70,725 00. RECEIVED THE ABOVE BIDS AND AWARDED THE CONTRACT TO THE LOW BIDDER, LANDMARK CONCRETE, IN THE AMOLTNT OF $42,842.50. 7, RECEIVE BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR THE SANITARY AND STORM SEWER REPAIR PROJECT NO. 292 (WARD 1): Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that bids were received for this sanitary and storm sewer repair pro�ect which includes repair of the sanitary sewer along Seventh Street (700 feet north of 61st Avenue to 330 feet south of Bennett Drive) and storm sewer repair along Seventh Street (Mississippi Street to 66th Avenue). He stated that an alternate bid was included for additional sanitary sewer work on Seventh Street (330 feet south of Bennett Drive to Bennett Drive). He stated that the bids were lower than the amount budgeted. Therefore, it is � recommended that the alternate bid be included for this pro�ect. He stated that the low bidder for this pro�ect was Visu-Sewer Clean and Seal, Inc. in the amount of $151,400.90. The bids were as follows: Visu-Sewer Clean and Seal, Inc., $135,973.40 plus $15,427.50 for the alternate, and Insztuform Central, Inc., $194,960.00 plus $28,050.00 for the alternate ftECEIVED THE ABOVE BIDS AND AWARDED THE CONTRACT TO THE LOW BIDDER, VISU-SEWER CLEA13 AND SEAL, INC., IN THE AMOL7NT OF $135,973.40 PLUS THE ALTERNATE SID OF $15,427.50 OR A TOTAL BID OF $151,400.90. 8. MOTION AUTHORIZING ADV�RTISEMENT FOA BIDS FOR PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT• Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that six sites hace been identified in this year's Capital Improvement Plan for the replacement of playground equipment. He stated that these sites are Harris Lake Park, Jay Park, Logan Park, Springbrook Park, Summit Square Park, and Terrace Park He stated that vendors will be given a set maximum dollar amount available for this equipment and installation, and each playground srte � will be bid as an individual pro�ect. � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1996 PAGE 4 Mr. Burns stated that after bids are received, each pro�ect will be evaluated by City staff and the Parks and Recreation Commission wrth input from area residents at neighborhood meetings. He stated that recommendations will then be made on the best value for funds expended. APPROVED THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS FOR PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT. 9. RESOLUTION NO. 20-1996 AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF $183,464 FROM THE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FUND TO THE CLOSED BOND FUND: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this transfer of funds from the special assessment fund to the closed bond fund represents the interest earned on a storm water connection charge that has been accruing since 1972. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 20-1996. 10. RESOLUTION NO. 21-1996 AUTHORIZING THE FIRE DEPARTMENT TO REQUEST PROPOSALS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A FIRE TRAINING TOWER FACILITY AT THE FIRE TRAINING CENTER (WARD 1) � Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that Fridley is working with the cities of Brooklyn Center, Blaine, Mounds View, and Spring Lake Park to construct a training tower behind Columbia Arena. He stated that funds for the fire training center have been from local businesses, Fridley CAER members, and efforts by fire fighters. He stated that the fire training center is designed to support training not only for fire suppression, hazardous materials and emergency medical services, but also for confined space entry, environmental monitoring and other courses that public works and other employees may need He stated that the fire training center is available for lease by the technical colleges and businesses who also need a training campus. Mr. Burns stated that Fridley's commitment for this training tower would be $25,000. He stated that the funds were not budgeted in this year's capital improvement budget Depending on the costs, Council may or may not have to authorize additional fund balances. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 21-1996. ll. CLAIMS• � AUTHORIZED PAYMENT OF CLAIM NOS. 67005 THROUGH 67193. �� � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF 12. LICENSES: 13 �� PAGE 5 APPROVED THE LICENSES AS SUBMITTED AND AS ON FILE IN THE LICENSE CLERK B OFFICE. ESTIMATES: APPROVED THE ESTIMATES, AS FOLLOWS: Frederic W. Knaak, Esq. Holstad and Larson, P.L.C. 3535 Vadnais Center Drive St. Pau1, MN 55110 Services Rendered as City Attorney for the Month of February, 1996. Newquist & Ekstrum, Chartered 301 Fridley Plaza Office Building 6401 Universrty Avenue N.E Fridley, MN 55432 Services Rendered as City Prosecuting Attorney for the Month of Sanuary, 1996 Schield Construction Company 13604 Ferris Avenue Apple Valley, NIlV 55124 Stonybrook Creek Bank Stabilization Pro�ect No. 264 Estimate No. 1 . . . . . . . . . . $ 4,250.00 $15,443.43 $86,086.64 No persons in the audience spoke regarding the proposed consent agenda items. Councilwoman Jorgenson requested that Item 5 be removed from the consent agenda and placed on the regular agenda. MOTION by Councilman Schneider to approve the consent agenda items, with the deletion of Item 5. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. ADOPTIQN OF AGENDA: MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt the agenda as submitted wrth the addition of Item 5 from the consent agenda. Seconded by , � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1996 PAGE 6 Councilwoman Solkcom. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. OPEN FORUM, VISITORS: Mr. Grant Fernelius, HRA Housing Coordinator, introduced Robert VanNelson, Home Remodeling Counselor. Mr VanNelson stated that he was recently hired as a HRA Home Remodeling Counselor for the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. He stated that he provides home evaluations for residents of the Crty advising them on options to pursue in making improvements, and connecting them with resources. He stated that he is available afternoons Monday through Thursday and mornings on Friday. He stated that evening appointments can also be scheduled, and he can be reached at 572-3515. Mr. VanNelson stated that he will be at the Fridley Home Remodeling Fair on April 20 at the Fridley High School from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Mr Fernelius invited everyone to this event which is co-sponsored by the Housing and Redevelopment Authority and Home Depot. He stated that there will be a display of products for home improvements and remodeling, as well as lawn and garden information. He stated that staff would be available to answer questions on grants. He stated that representatives from the building inspection division, and police, and fire departments will also be on hand to answer any questions. He stated that there will be activities for the children since this is a family event. He stated that residents may call the Fridley Information Line at 572- 3600 or his office at 572-3591 for further information. Councilwoman Bolkcom stated that she wished to thank Home Depot for co-sponsoring this event. Mr Platt, Real Estate Manager for Home DepoL, stated that they will be opening their store April 11. He stated that Council approved a sign variance Por Home Depot based on the elimination of the billboards. He stated that Home Depot agreed to do everything in their power to eliminate the billboards. However, the price to purchase that land is $175,000 which is more than what was anticipated, and it will be another $100,00 to buy out the remaining leases of the sign companies. He stated that the total cost would be about $275,000 to comply with the requirements of the variance that was granted. He stated that at this point he really does not know what direction to proceed and is looking for guidance from Council. � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1996 PAGE 7 Mayor Nee stated that one of his ma�or concerns is the traffic. He asked what was being done in this area. Mr. P1att stated that Home Depot received approval from the County to design, install, and maintain a traffic control signal at the intersection. He stated that they have hired Barton-Aschman to complete the design work. They will turn the signal over to the county, once it is installed and will pay an annual maintenance fee. He stated that Home Depot has agreed to pay for a traffic study on 57th Avenue which will be done by Barton-Aschman to determine if right-of-way is available to install turn lanes to allow for a free flow of traffic. Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that the variance to Home Depot was conditioned upon the removal of the billboards within a negotiable time frame. She felt that staff would need to come back to Council with some options. She stated that one option was a billboard amortization ordinance to amend the sign ordinance declaring billboards a non-conforming use and establishing a time frame in which they should be removed. Mr. Platt stated that he took advantage of the opportunity to bring � thi5 to Council this evening to see if there were any suggestions, as the cost is prohibitive to purchase the property and then have the billboards removed. Councilman Billings stated that Mr. Platt's figure of $175,000 was to purchase the property, and he understands then that Home Depot has not purchased this property. Mr. Platt stated that a legal easement was recorded prior to Home Depot purchasing the property, and they would have to buy the easement for $175,000, as well as the existing leases from the sign companies which would be approximately $100,000. Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that she hoped the assessor is listening to this discussion so that the taxes are based on the costs to acquire this easement. Ms. Dacy stated that because it is recorded as an easement and noL a separate lot of record, there was a document that gave the previous owner the right to use the property for billboards. She sta�ed that because it is an easement, Home Depot would still have to purchase it from the original owner. � Councilman Billings stated that it probably should be determined if two separate tax parcels could be established so the appropriate persons get the tax statements on that piece of land. � � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1996 PAGE 8 Mayor Nee stated that staff should submit a recommendation to Council but nothing could be resolved this evening. He stated that purchasing the easement may be a poor use of money when it could probably be put to better use in solving the traffic issues. PUBLIC HEARING: 14. PUBLIC HEARING ON STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT N0. ST 1996 - 1 & 2 - ALDEN WAY: MOTION by Councilwoman Bolkcom to waive the reading of the public hearing notice and open the public hearing. Seconded by Council- woman Sorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the public hearing opened at 8:13 p.m. Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated that during the last five years, the City has been active in upgrading the aging streets. He stated that almost eight miles of streets have been updated which were all a part of the ma�or collector system. He stated that this year Alden Way has been identified as one of the ma�or collector streets that needs upgrading. He staLed that the street is 34 years old and requires an exceptional amount of maintenance. Mr. Flora stated that neighborhood meetings were held on January 30 and March 6 to explain the street improvement program. He stated that the residents would be assessed for concrete curb and gutter at a cost not to exceed $11 per front foot. He stated that all the other costs associated with the improvement would come from state aid. Mr Leroy Anderson, 7581 Alden Way, submztted a petition in support of this street reconstruction pro�ect for Alden Way. Mr. F1ora stated that fourteen property owners supported this pro�ect, which amounted to about 26 percent of the affected property owners. MOTION by Councilwoman Bolkcom to receive Petition No. 2-1996 in support of the street reconstruction pro�ect for Alden Way. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. MOTION by Councilwoman Bolkcom to receive a letter from Mr. Edward Rafel, 7540 Alden Way, in opposition to this pro�ect for Alden Way. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carr,ed unanimously. � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1996 PAGE 9 Mr. Anderson stated that when he circulated the petition, a lot of residents were not at home. He stated that of the persons he was able to contact, only one was not in favor. He stated that there were fourteen or iifteen property owners who favored the pro�ect. Mr. Anderson stated that the curb on A1den Way is in bad shape and is really worn. Mayor Nee stated that he received a letter from a Segwald and Martha Reckdahl, 7823 Alden Way, in support of this pro�ect. Mr. Jerry Fuhr, 7836 Alden Way, stated that there are no cracks in the street on Alden Way. He stated that Alden Way is not a ma�or feeder street and does not connect a large amount of traffic to a ma�or highway. He stated that the street dead-ends on 79th Way and 79th Way feeds East River Road. Mr. Fuhr stated that Alden Way is 30 feet wide. He finds that sufficient and does not see a need to widen the street. He stated that the �ustification for concrete curb is uniform throughout the City. It would probably help the drainage, but he did not see the need to spend money on improving this street. � Mr. Steve Zimmer, 7874 Alden Way, stated that he apprecia�ed the neighborhood meetings on this improvement. He stated that he was a little disturbed about the reason why Alden Way was going to be widened and the placement of "No ParNing" signs on one side of the street. He stated that the street has a lot of character. Widening it and placing "No Parking" signs would turn it into a thoroughfare which is not appropriate. He stated that the curbs are in bad condrtion. He felt that the status of Alden Way should be changed and that it should not be considered a main arterial street. Mr. Zimmer stated that the neighborhood meetings brought out answers regarding the state Aid funding and that the City, in order to obtain these funds, to improve the street to state aid standards. He stated that he does not agree, however, that Alden Way should be an MSA street. He felt that the City would be better served by using these funds for other streets. He stated that Alden Way needs new curb and gutter, but the street surface is ln good condition. He stated that disturbing trees to widen the street does not make any sense. Councilwoman Bolkcom asked if it is possible not to install the "No Parking" signs. � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1996 PAGE 10 Mr. Flora stated that if state aid funds are used and the street is widened to MSA standards, the street must be signed for no parking on one side. Councilwoman Bolkcom asked if there could be no parking at all on the street. Mr Flora stated that Council could pass a resolution to allow no parking on the street. Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if the residents in attendance would be in favor of no parking on either side of the street, if the street was kept at the existing width. Two of the residents indicated that they would not be in favor, and one indicated he would be in favor. Councilman Schneider asked the cost if only the concrete curb and gutter are installed. Mr. Flora stated that the cost would be the same for the concrete curb and gutter which is not to exceed $ll per front foot. He stated that if only the curb and gutter is replaced, it may not � parallel the existing asphalt. He stated that if the street is not going to be reconstructed, he would not recommend replacinq the curb and gutter with concrete curb and gutter. He stated that the purpose of the new base for the street and concrete curb and gutter is to provide a smooth slope to carry water. He stated that the existing street does not have a smooth slope, and it is irregular because of the roller effect which does not provide a smooth, continuous line. Councilwoman Sorgenson stated Council's policy is to require that at least fifty percent of the property owners support an improvement pro�ecL She stated that more signatures in support of the pro�ect would be needed. Mr. Anderson stated that he is in favor of upgrading the street, and the curbs need replacing. He stated that he did not instigate this pro�ect, at some time in the future the owners will have to pay for it. He stated that the estimate for the curb and gutter four years ago was $9 50 a front foot, and now it is up to $11 a front foot. He stated that the costs will not get lower but only increase. Councilwoman Bolkcom advised Mr. Anderson that if he feels strongly � about this pro�ect, he may wish to pursue circulating the petition in support of the improvement. � FAIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1996 PAGE 11 Mr. Anderson asked the time frame for obtaining bids. Mr. Flora stated that the plan was for the pro�ect to be completed this summer, but it does not mean it could not be done at a later date. Mr. Burns, Clty Manager, stated that a number of streets have been widened in the City from 30 feet to 32 feet. He questioned how this affects the neighborhood. Mr. Flora stated that the street, basically, remains the same width with only about eighteen inches of additional property disturbed with the new concrete curb and gutter installion. He stated that no trees are disturbed because plantings are not allowed that close to the curb. Mr. Fuhr stated that his neighbor has a blue spruce that has been trimmed so that the curb is visible, but the roots would have to be cut. He stated that he ob�ects to losing parking on both sides of his street. He stated that one side is against the river, and people are already using it as a bikepath. � Councilwoman Bolkcom asked Mr. Fuhr if he felt widening the street would increase the traffic. Mr. Fuhr stated that he felt zt was being widened to put more traffic on the street. Mr Flora stated that A1den Way is a collector street for the neighborhood to get to East River Road He stated that the amount of traffic will not change regardless of whether or not the street is widened. He stated, however, that in order to use MSA funds, the street must be 32 feet wide with parking on one side. Councilman Billings stated that Alden Way could be removed from the MSA designation. He stated that the City is working on a program to upgrade the streets and to consider them according to priority taking into account the age and wear. He stated that because Alden Way is a MSA street, there is priority to having it improved. He stated that if residents do not want the street lmproved, funds would be used on other streets. He stated that at this time, the residents have the opportunity to get the paving done and paid for by MSA funds. Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that she respects Mr Fuhr's opinion, � but most residents who have had their streets improved are very satisfied with the outcome. She stated that she would encourage ------------------------------ � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1996 PAGE 12 him to contact these residents where the streets have been reconstructed. Mr. Flora stated that Alden Way is a collector street and has a base that can still be saved. He stated that right now all that is needed is an overlay of asphalt over the existing base. He stated that if the improvement is not done until the base is broken, the City would be looking at a total reconstruction, and then the costs increase substantially. He stated that the City is trying to minimize the cost and to maximize the infrastructure to protect the City's investment. Councilman Schneider stated that the improvement is of benefit to the property owners because the State pays a portion of the cost. He stated that in order to obtain these funds; however, the state requires widening the street and posting "No Parking" signs. MOTION by Councilwoman Bolkcom to continue this public hearing. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. Mayor Nee stated that the public hearing will remain open for � continued discusslon. Councilwoman Bolkcom asked staff to notify the residents on Alden Way when this rtem wi11 again come before the Council. NEW BUSINESS� 5. RESOLUTION N0. 19-1996 ESTABLISHING "NO PARKING" ON CENTRAL AVENUE ALONG MEDTRONIC INC.'S PROPERTY (WARD 2): MOTION by Councilman Schneider to adopt Resolution No. 19-1996. Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote, Councilman Schneider, Councilwoman Bolkcom, Councilman Billings, and Mayor Nee voted in favor of the motion. Councilwoman Jorgenson abstained from voting on the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried. Mayor Nee stated that Councilwoman Jorgenson abstained from voting on this motion because she will soon become an employee of Medtronic Inc. 15. APPROVE JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY AND ANOKA COUNTY FOR THE RECON5TRUCTION OF THE MISSISSIPPI STREET AND THIRD STREET INTERSECTION (WP.RD 1): � Ms Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that this �oint powers agreement with Anoka County allows the City to work in the � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1996 PAGE 13 right-of-way of Mississippi Street for the reconstruction of the Mississippi Street and Third Street intersection. She stated that the cost for this intersection improvement will be split four ways between the County, the owners of Hol1y Center, Rottlund Homes, and Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority. Councilman Billings stated that there would be a concrete median in front of the existing office building at Mississippi and Second Streets. He questioned the access to this building for persons coming east. Ms. Dacy stated that for those persons coming east, they would have to make a U-turn in order to access this building. She stated that this may not be the best solution, but it appears to be workable. She stated also that persons can use the parking spaces in the Holly Center to the east of the new driveway and walk to the building that houses the dental office and travel agency. Councilman Billings asked if the recommended travel pattern is to make the U-turn, as these are discouraged on busy streets Ms. Dacy stated that the County agreed not to sign it as a U-turn. � Councilman Billinqs asked if the permission to use parking spaces at Holly Center for the building at Second and Mississippi Streets was in writing. Ms. Dacy stated that this was discussed in a meeting, but it has not been recorded. Councilman Billings stated that if the ownership changes for Holly Center, those parkinq spaces could possibly no longer be available. Councilman Schneider stated he would agree that this is noL the ideal situation where a U-turn has to be made, but he knows of other areas in the metropolitan area that have the same situation. Ms. Dacy stated that there is the option of extending the driveway to the north and closing the existing access. She stated that this would dictate a one-way movement to come back down to Second Street. She stated that this may be an option in the future, but the owners of the professional building were not agreeable to it at this time. Councilman Billings stated that a driveway could be constructed on � the west side of this building, but that would cost the owners. 4 __�I � � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1996 PAGE 14 Ms. Dacy stated that the owners of the building wanted to ellminate the concrete median in the street and, when this could not be done, the next preference was to maintain their existing access points. She stated that the City's approach was based on the traffic pattern and not on who benefits. Councilman Schneider stated that the preliminary cost estimate is about $162,000, the costs of which are to be splrt four ways. MOTTON by Councilman Billings to approve the �oint powers agreement between the City and Anoka County for the reconstruction of the Mississippi Street and Third Street intersection and to authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. Seconded by Council- woman Bolkcom. Upon a roll call vote, Mayor Nee, Councilwoman Bolkcom, and Councilman Schneider voted in favor of the motion. Councilman Billings and Councilwoman Jorgenson voted against the motion Mayor Nee declared the motion carried. Mayor Nee asked the City Attorney, Mr. Knaak, if more than a ma�ority vote was needed. Mr. Knaak stated that neither the State Statutes nor the City Charter require a four-fifths vote on this motion. 16. RESOLUTION N0. 22-1996 ORDERING PRELIMINARY PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATES OF THE COSTS THEREOF: STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT N0. ST 96-4 (WARD 1): MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 22-1996 Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a roll call vote, Council- woman Bolkcom, Councilman Schneider and Mayor Nee voted in favor of the motion. Councilwoman Jorgenson and Councilman Billings voted against the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried. 17 RESOLUTION NO. 23-1996 RECEIVING PETITIONS TO OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF MENT PROJECT NO. ST 96- RECEIVING THE PRELIMINARY REPORT AND WAIVE THE PUBLIC HEARING ON THE MATTER CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS: STREET IMPROVE- n r�amnn � � Ms. Dacy, Community Development Dirertor, srated that only one party involved in this pro�ect would be assessed and that is Holly Center She stated that they have submitted a letter agreeing to the assessment and waiving the right to a public hearing MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 23-1996. Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a roll call vote, Council- man Billings, Councilwoman Bolkcom, Councilman Schneider and Mayor � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1996 PAGE 15 Nee voted in favor of the motion. Councilwoman Jorgenson voted against the motion. Mayor Nee declared �he motion carried. 18. RESOLUTION N0. 24-1996 AUTHORIZING M[INICIPAL STATE AID FUNDS TO COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY (C.S.A.H.) MISSISSIPPI STREET AND THIRD STREET (S.A.P. 127-020-17) (WARD 1): Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated that this is a City pro�ect on a County street, and State Aid funds are being requested to defray the costs. MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 24-1996. Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a roll call vote, Councilman Billings, Councilwoman Bolkcom, Mayor Nee, Councilman Schneider and Councilwoman Jorgenson coted in favor of the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously. 19. RESOLUTION NO. 25-1996 ORDERING FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AtID ESTIMATES OF COSTS THEREOF: STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. ST 96-4 (WARD 1) MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt Resolution No. 25-1996. Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Councilwoman Jorgenson asked if this was a budgeted rtem. Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that plans and specifications will be prepared by the developer's consultant and included in the cost of the pro�ect. UPON A ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, Councilman Billings, Councilwoman Bolkcom, Mayor Nee and Councilman Schneider voted in favor of the motion. Councilwoman Jorgenson coted against the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried. 20. RECEIVE PETITIONS FOR LOCKE LAKE EXCAVATION_PROJECT NO. 255 Mr Harry Bolkcom, 6821 Hickory Street, President of the Locke Lake Homeowners Association, presented petitions that contained signa- tures of those in favor of the Locke Lake pro�ect These signa- tures represent over 85 percent of the affected property owners. MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to receive Petitions No. 3 and 4. Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, Councilwoman � Jorgenson, Councilman Billings, Councilman Schneider and Mayor Nee voted in favor of the motion. Councilwoman Bolkcom abstained from voting on the motion Mayor Nee declared the motion carried. � FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 18, 1996 PAGE 16 Mr. Bolkcom stated that at the public hearing, there was only one person who voiced a negative comment regarding the cost but favored the pro�ect itself. Mr. Bolkcom also stated that when circulating the petition there was one person who stated the pro�ect was too expensive. He stated that he did not receive any calls against the pro�ect. 21. RESOLUTION N0. 26-1996 ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND FINAL PLANS FOR LOCKE LAKE EXCAVATION PROJECT N0. 255 (WARD 3)• MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to adopt Resolution No. 26-1996. Seconded by Councilman Schneider. IIpon a ro11 call vote, Council- woman Jorgenson, Councilman Schneider, Councilman Billings and Mayor Nee voted in favor of the motion Councilwoman Bolkcom abstained from voting on the motion. Mayor Nee declared the motion carried. 22. INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS• Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that he would like to discuss three items in the conference session: (1) consideration of recommenda- � tions of market research consultant regarding the liquor store location; (2) filling the Park Supervisor position; and (3) General Fund revenue alternatives. Councilwoman Bolkcom thanked the seniors for the letter and wanted to go on record she is willing to meet with them at their convenience. ADJOURNMENT: MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to ad�ourn the meeting. Seconded by Mayor Nee. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council of March 18, 1996 ad�ourned at 9:28 p.m. Respectfully submitted, �� . , y�.�� ���.-�.� � �� Carole Haddad Secretary to th2 City Council � / �( / �,�G�(..t'�..w`I � v - ,d� William J. Nee Mayor