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THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
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The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order
at 7:38 p.m. by Mayor Nee.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIPNCE:
Mayor Nee led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance
to the Flag.
ROLL CALL:
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Nee, Councilwoman Jorgenson, Councilman
Billings, and Councilwoman Bolkcom
MEMBERS ABSENT
PROCLANI�iT I ON :
Councilman Schneider
CITIZENSHIP DAY: SEPTEMBER 17, 1996
CONSTITUTION WEEK, SEPTEMBER 17-23, 1996
Mr. Burns, City Manager read this proclamation
September 17 as Citizenship Day and September 17-23 as
Week. Mayor Nee issued the proclamation and invited
� and institution to �oin in the commemoration.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
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COUNCIL MEETING, AUGUST 26, 1996
proclaiming
Constitution
every citizen
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to approve the minutes as
presented Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote,
all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Burns, City Manager, explained that Council is in the process
of discussing a �oint pro�ect with School District No. 14 for the
Community Education Center, and there is work that needs to be
completed this evening. He felt it may be in order to consider the
agenda items, where the public is present for input, then recess to
the conference session to work out the remaining issues with the
School Board before considering the balance of the agenda.
Mr. Surns also reported that Councilman Schneider would be in
contact by telephone to participate in the discussion on the �oint
pro�ect with School District No. 14.
There was agreement by the City Council to first consider the
public hearing and then the consent agenda items where persons were
present for comments.
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PUBLIC HEARING:
31. PUBLIC HEARING ON OSBORNE ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT N0. ST.
1994-5:
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to waive the reading of the public
hearing notice and open the public hearing. Seconded by
Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee
declared the motion carried unanimously and the public hearing
opened at �:48 p.m.
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director stated that the Anoka County
Highway Department is proposing to upgrade Osborne Road from Old
Central Avenue east to Stinson Boulevard. The improvements
includes widening of the street, installation of concrete curb and
gutter, installation of storm water improvements, a bikeway on the
north side of the street, and a sidewalk on the south side of the
street. The estimated cost of the pro�ect is $517,400, and the
City's share is estimated at $104,000.
Mr. F1ora stated that the City's policy is to assess for the
concrete curb and gutter. This public hearing is to address the
assessment at a rate not to exceed $11 per front foot.
� Councilman Billings asked Mr. Flora to explain why the County is
not paying for the curb and gutter since this is a County pro�ect.
Mr. Flora stated that in accordance with the City's policy, all
properties that have not paid for concrete curb and gutter would be
assessed for that portion of the work during the street upgrade
program.
Councilman Billings stated that this assessment could be deferred
if certain criteria is met regarding income and/or age.
Mr. Pribyl, Finance Director, stated that if the criteria can be
met based on income and/or age, the assessment can be deferred.
The assessment could also be spread over a number of years, usually
a ten-year period at a low interest rate. Another option would be
to pay the entire assessment at one time.
Mr. Knaak, City Attorney, stated the City can initiate improvements
without a petition. Once the pro�ect costs are determined, these
costs can be assessed based on the benePit to the ad�oining
property owners.
Mr Tony Wilson, 1436 Osborne Road, questioned why the residents
did not have any input. He received a letter from the City about
1 this hearing and a letter from the County stating construction
would begin September 16. All the residents want is a decent road,
but it appears that all the City and County are concerned about is
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commercial business. Every time a truck or bus goes by, his house
shakes, and now they want to push the road closer to his home.
Mr. Wilson stated that he spent $3,000 for a new driveway and will
now lose part of it for the improvement. He does not want the
sidewalk, as there is a bike path on the other side of the street.
He felt the residents should have been given more notice, as
hearings for the residents of Spring Lake Park were held last year.
Councilman Billings suggested that Mr. Wilson contact the County
Commissioner to find out why bids were being sent out when the City
had not even seen the plans. He questioned why the County chose to
invite the residents of Spring Lake Park to a hearing and not
Fridley residents
Councilwoman Bolkcom stated that the City was not informed of this
process until it was well under way She also felt that Mr. Wilson
should call his County Commissioner for an explanation.
Mr. Wilson questioned why the property owners are being assessed
for curb and gutter.
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the City's policy has been to
assess property owners for curb and gutter, and this has been
followed throughout the City
Mr. Wilson stated that he has over 500 cars a day on his street.
When it rains, the street becomes a lake.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that the storm water improvements
will help to alleviate the water problem She questioned if the
County was acquiring right-of-way from the residents for this
pro�ect.
Mr. Flora stated that the County would be using available County
right-of-way which is at least 33 feet from the existing roadway
center line.
Mr Wilson felt that the residents should be able to discuss this
pro�ect before construction begins.
Councilwoman Bolkcom stated that she would like the same
opportunity as the residents of Spring Lake Park to discuss the
pro�ect with the County.
Ms. Laurie Hanlish, 1682 Osborne Road, stated that she is speaking
for Duane Weisen who stands to lose part of his property. She did
not see a need For a sidewalk with the bike path across the street.
Mr. Flora stated that that bikeway/walkway is consistent with
policy established a number of years ago. This would be extended
into Ramsey County, but he did not know when it would occur.
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Ms. Hanlish asked if
to set up a meeting.
a discrepancy of two
roadway.
they should contact their County Commissioner
She also pointed out that there appears to be
feet as measured from the center line of the
Mr. Ed Blaido, 1400 Osborne Road, stated that he measured from the
center of the roadway to the yellow grade stake, and it was 35
feet. The center line of the road is being moved two feet closer
to his home.
Mr. F1ora stated that the County may have an offset stake two feet
within their property.
Mr. Blaido stated that a lot of trees on the boulevard will have to
be removed. This would not be necessary if there was not a
sidewalk.
Councilwoman Jorgenson pointed out that the County has the right to
do as they wish with their property. She felt there needed to be
further discussion with the County on this pro�ect.
Mr. Jim Kordiak, County Commissioner, stated that he was really
here this evening on another item, but he wished to comment on this
item. He stated that he is not familiar with this particular
� pro�ect. He was surprised the residents have not had an
opportunity to have some input into the pro�ect. He suggested a
meeting with the residents and the County.
Ms. Kersten, 7698 Arthur Street, stated that her home faces Arthur
Street. She asked if she would be assessed.
Councilman Billings stated that she would not Only those
properties fronting on Osborne Road would be assessed.
Mr. Bourke, 7645 Lakeside Road, questioned if he would be assessed
He was advised that he would not.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that she would try to set up a
meeting with the County and Commissioner McCarron so they can
answer some of these questions She felt the County would want to
meet with them as soon as possible if they plan to complete the
pro�ect during this construction season.
Councilman Billings stated it is his understanding that a meeting
will be held with the County. He suggested that concentration
should be on the issue of the assessment which is the purpose of
this public hearing. He felt that no action should be taken on a
�oint powers agreement until the issues are resolved.
� Ms Paulette LaVone, 1564 Osborne Road, stated that the sidewalk is
a problem for most of the residents. They did not want people
walking in front of their homes and driveways. She would also like
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the speed limit to be reduced, as the homes do shake when there are
buses and trucks on the street.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to close the public hearing.
Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the
public hearing closed at 8:43 p.m.
OPEN FORUM, VISITORS:
Mr. Jim Kordiak, County Commissioner, presented a proclamation from
the County Board of Commissioners recognizing the City for their
extraordinary efforts in waste abatement. He stated that the City
has met or exceeded their goal for seven of the last eight years in
the area of recycling and the handling of solid waste.
APPROVAL �F PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
Since persons were present for Items 4, 6 and 7, the Council
considered those three items before their recess.
4. SPECIAL USE PERMIT REQUEST, SP #96-15, by VETSMART, TO ALLOW A
VETERINARY FACILITY IN CONJUNCTION WITH A PETsMART RETAIL
STORE, GENERAI�LY LOCATED AT 5660 MAIN STREET N.E. (WARD 3):
� Mr. Hickok, Planning Coordinator, stated that this is a request for
a special use permit to allow veterinary services within the
PETsMART retail store located at 5660 Main Street. The proposed
veterinary area would occupy 5.9 percent of PETsMART's 24,960
square foot building
Mr. Hickok stated that the Planning Commission, as well as staff,
recommend approval with the following four stipulations: (1) all
windows in the area of the building housing animals shall be double
glazed with a fixed sash; (2j any ventilation systems shall be
designed so that no odors or organlsms will spread between wards or
to the outside air; (3) there shall be no outside pens or holding
areas; and (4) the petitioner shall submit documentation verifying
that all veterinarians are licensed as required by the state.
Councilman Billings stated that this building is located on the
parcel rezoned for the Home Depot site and, in con�unction with the
rezoning, a traffic analysis was required. It is difficult to make
a decision for increasing the traffic on the roadway without
knowledge of the traffic analysis.
Mr. Hickok stated that staff has received a draft document which
required additional work. This document will be presented to
� Council at the September 30 meeting. The consultant for Home Depot
has done a gr2at deal of work in providing a solution, and he felt
the Council would be pleased. The PETsMART facility was
anticipated as part of the development of the Home Depot site, and
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the veterinary clinic would probably create less traffic than
expected.
Councilman Billings stated that without the traffic analysis, he
would have to vote for denial of this request. The request could
be tabled if it would be within the sixty-day time period for
action.
Councilwoman Bolkcom stated that she is concerned about the traffic
and would vote to deny since the traffic study is not yet
available. Since PETsMP.RT will generate more traffic, she asked if
the petitioner was willing to table this item.
Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that staff has
reviewed the draft of the traffic study It was not forwarded to
Council, as there is additional information staff felt was
pertinent before they could complete the review and present it to
Council. There was enough control on the original rezoning to
require completion of the and that Home Depot bear some of the
costs of the improvements. Staff did not see the traffic impact
for the veterinary clinic as being significant.
Mr. Knaak, City Attorney, stated that Council has sixty days to
take action. The process can be continued unilaterally, by
providing a written statement that there are reasons for it to be
continued.
Councilman Billings stated that PETsMART purchased the property
from Home Depot who has taken their time in providing the traffic
report to staff. He is reluctant to vote in favor of increasing
the traffic without finding out the details of the report. He
asked the petitioners if they would be willing to wait until the
next meeting before action is taken.
A representative from PETsMP.RT stated that if Council has the
traffic study by September 30, he would be willing to have this
item tabled to that time, as it does not seem there is an option.
MOTION by Councilwoman Bolkcom to table this item to the
September 30, 1996 Council meeting Seconded by Councilwoman
Jorgenson. Upon a voice cote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared
the motion carried unanimously.
Dr. Kathy Cleary, one of the veterinarians for VETSMART, stated
that they do not plan to open until October. If action was taken
on September 30 it would still meet their schedule.
Mr. Knaak stated that there should be agreement on the part of the
applicant to waive any ob�ection to the item being tabled and a
follow up letter indicating that they agreed to table this item to
September 30, 1996.
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MOTION by Councilman Billings to request staff to notify the
applicant, in writing, and in accordance with the sixty day
statute, that the City Council is requesting additional time to act
on this request because of the need to review the traffic study.
The letter should also contain the fact that the petitioner has
agreed to the item being tabled to the City Councll meeting on
September 30, 1996. Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a
voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
6. VARIANCE REQUEST, VAR #96-21, BY BETTY LOEWEN, TO REDUCE THE
FRONT YARD SETBACK FROM 35 FEET TO 20 FEET TO ALLOW THE
RELOCATION OF A 22 FOOT BY 23 FOOT DETACHED GARAGE, GENERALLY
LOCATED AT 276-78 58TH AVENUE N.E. (WARD 3):
Mr Hickok, Planning Coordinator, stated that this is a request for
a variance to allow a reduced setback from 35 feet to 20 feet to
allow the placement of a two car garage at 276-78 58th Avenue N.E.
The petitioner, Ms. Loewen, has requested the variance in order to
preserve trees and to open lawn area on the east side of the home
she intends to purchase. This property was recently the sub�ect of
a lot split. As a condition of the 1ot split, the property owner
was required to remove an existing garage from the newly created
building site at the corner of Third Street and 57th Avenue.
Mr. Hickok
Staff also
new garage
a way that
property.
stated that the Appeals Commission recommended approval.
recommended approval with the stipulation that either a
shall be constructed or the existing garage modified in
will a11ow it to be attached to the structure on this
MOTION by Councilwoman Bolkcom to grant Variance Request, VAR
#96-21, with the stipulation that either a new garage shall be
constructed or the existing garage modified in a way that will
allow it to be attached to the structure on this property.
Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously
7. APPROVE INSTALLATION OF PERSONAL COMMUNICATION SERVICES
SY SBA, REPRESENTING SPRINT SPECTRUM:
Mr. Hickok, Planning Coordinator, stated that this is a request by
SBA, representing Sprint Spectrum, to install eight, ten-foot high
personal communication services antennae and equipment at 7504
Alden Way. The antennae is considered to be an accessory use in a
public district. As part of this installation, there will be a 25
foot by 30 foot enclosure constructed at the base of the tower that
will house transformer equipment for control of the antennae. The
visual impact will be minimal and would not have a negative impact
on ad�acent properties.
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Councilwoman Bolkcom asked if anyone in the neiqhborhood was
notified of this request.
Mr. Hickok stated that this is for an accessory use which does not
require notification.
Councilwoman Bolkcom felt the residents should be notified that
this would be going into their neighborhood.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to table this item, direct that staff
and petitioner conduct a neighborhood meeting with residents within
350 feet regarding the potential use, and advise them of this
request. Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote, all
voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
RECESS:
MOTIGN by Councilman Billings to call a recess for the purpose of
meeting wrth the School Board. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion
carried unanimously and the recess began at 9:18 p m.
RECONVENED:
Mayor Nee reconvened the meeting at 11:55 p.m. All Council
members, with the exception of Councilman Schneider, were present.
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
NEW BUSINESS:
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RECEIVE THE STATEMENT OF CANVASS FOR THE SEPTEMBER 10, 1996
PRIMARY ELECTION:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that 3,093 votes were cast in
the September 10, 1996 primary election, which represented
18.6 percent of the registered voters. The number of votes
cast were as follows: Craig Gordon, 869; Nancy Jorgenson,
1,381; Richard Lewis, 174, Richard Wolfe, 410, over votes, 0;
and under votes, 259.
RECEIVED THE STATEMENT OF CANVASS FOR THE SEPTEMBER 10, 1996
PRIMARY ELECTION.
RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF
AUGUST 21, 1996;
RECEIVED THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF
AUGUST 21, 1996.
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3. RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF
SEPTEMBER 4, 1996:
RECEIVED THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF
SEPTEMBER 4, 1996.
4. COUNCIL TOOK ACTION ON THIS ITEM EARI,IER IN THE MEETING.
5. ESTABLISH A PUBLIC HEARING FOR SEPTEMBER 30, 1996, FOR A
VACATE TWO S FOOT DRAINAGE AND UTILITY EASEMENTS DEDICATED IN
THE PLAT OF SANDHURST ADDITION, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 106
HAFtTMAN CIRCLE N.E. (WARD 3):
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this vacation request
corrects a situation where a dwelling was constructed over the
utility easements. Staff is recommending the vacation be
restricted to the easterly 93.11 feet of the easements with
the stipulation that the petitioner grant the City a ten foot
drainage and utility easement along the north lot line of the
property.
SET THE PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR THIS VACATION REQUEST, SAV
#96-03, FOR SEPTEMBER 30, 1996,
6. COUNCIL TOOK ACTION ON THIS ITEM EARLIER IN THE MEETING.
7. COUNCIL TOOK ACTION ON THIS ITEM EARLIER IN THE MEETING,
8. APPROVE A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION FOR SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP
#94-10, BY DAVID YOUNKIN, TO ALLOW A SECONDARY ACCESSORY
STRUCTURE, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 5401 MATTERHORN DRIVE N.E.
( WARD 2 ) :
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this special use permit
was for construction of a second accessory structure and will
expire on September 11, 1996. A one-year extension has been
requested and staff recommends approval.
APPROVED A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION FOR SPECIAL USE PERMIT, SP
#94-10.
9. APPROVE COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PLAN FOR NORTH PARK BUSINESS
CENTER, BY JOHN ALLEN OF INDUSTRIAL EQUITIES, 350 73RD AVENUE
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Mr Burns, City Manager, stated that approval of a
comprehensive sign plan is required when a multiple use
� building has three or more tenants. In this case, there are
four tenants each with separate attached signs on the
building. Mr. Burns outlined the standards to which the signs
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 16, 1996 PAGE 10
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reviewed by staff and recommended for approval.
APPROVED COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PLAN FOR NORTH PAF2K BUSINESS
CENTER, 350 73RD AVENUE N.E.
10. ADOPT COMPREHENSIVE 5TREET PLAN FOR THE CITY OF FRIDLEY:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this plan was drafted in
response to Council's request for a multi-year street
reconstruction plan. The plan outlines reconstruction and
maintenance policies of the City and also identifies the
street, alley, and sidewalk inventory of the City He
outlined some examples of the policies for street recon-
struction for non-permanent streets, permanent streets,
overlays, and alleys. Mr. Burns said that the policy also
deals with concrete street repair policies, curbing,
maintenance procedures, sealcoating, slurry sealing,
sidewalks, and bikeways.
ADOPTED COMPREHENSIVE STREET PLAN FOR THE CITY.
11. RESOLUTION N0. 63-1996 REVOKING AND ESTABLISHING MUNICIPAL
STATE AID STREETS:
� Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that it is proposed to revoke
MSA designation for portions of 79th Way, Riverview Terrace
and Kimball Street. He stated that the substitutions are
those streets in an industrial loop system at the East River
Road Business Center and include Industrial Boulevard and the
East River Road Service Road between 51st Way and 53rd Way.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 63-1996.
12. APPROVE CHANGE ORDER N0. 1 TO THE 1996 STREET IMPROV�MENT
PROJECT N0. ST. 1996-1 & 2:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this change order covers
the relocation of two hydrants on Alden Way, as we11 as the
relocation of two catch basins. It also includes provision
for a 15 inch storm drainage pipe rather than a 12 inch pipe.
The change order is for $7,510 with Thomas & Sons
Construction, Inc.
APPROVED CHANGE ORDER NO 1 TO THE 1996 STREET IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. ST. 1996-1 & 2 WITH THOMAS & SONS CONSTRUCTION,
INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $7,510.00.
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13. RESOLUTION N0. 64-1996 AUTHORIZING SIGNING AN AGREEMENT FOR
CERTAIN EMPLOYEES REPRESENTED BY INTERNATIONAL UNION OF
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Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this agreement provides
for a thirty cent increase in hourly wages. The agreement
formally changes normal working hours to agree with present
practice from 7:00 a.m, to 3:30 p.m. Staff recommends
approval of the agreement.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 64-1996.
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that Items 14 through 26 are
resolutions directing the preparation of assessment rolls and
establishing public hearings of these rolls for various
improvement pro�ects, nuisance abatement, and service
connections
RESULUTION NO. 65-1996 DIRECTING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT
ROLL FOR EAST RIVER ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO ST. 1994-03:
RESOLUTION N0. 66-1996 DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR EAST RIVER ROAD IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT N0. ST. 1994-03:
ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS NO 65-1996 AND 66-1996.
15. RESOLUTION N0. 67-1996 DIRECTING PREPARI�TION OF ASSESSMENT
ROLL FOR MAIN STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. ST. 1994-08
(COMMERCIAL);
AND
RESOLUTION N0. 68-1996 DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR MAIN STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
N0. ST. 1994-08 (COMMERCIAL):
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ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS NO. 67-1996 AND 68-1996.
RESOLUTION N0. 69-1996 DIRECTING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT
ROLL FOR MAIN STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT N0. ST. 1994-08
(RESIDENTIALI:
RESOLUTION N0. 7D-1996 DIRECTING PUSLICATION OF HEARING ON
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR MAIN STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
N0. ST. 1994-08 (RESIDENTIAL):
ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS NO. 69-1996 AND 70-1996
RESOLUTION N0. 71-1996 DIRECTING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT
ROLL FOR STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT N0. 5T. 1996-04:
AND
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RESOLUTION N0. 72-1996 DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT RQLL FOR STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO.
ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS NO. 71-1996 AND 72-1996.
18. RESOLUTION N0. 73-1996 DIRECTING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT
ROLL FOR 1995 STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT N0. ST. 1995 - 1& 2:
RESOLUTION N0. 74-1996 DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR 1995 STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
N0. ST. 1995 - 1& 2:
ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS NO. 73-1996 AND 74-1996.
19. RESOLUTION N0. 75-1996 DIRECTING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT
ROLL FOR STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT N0. ST 1989-05:
AND
RESOLUTION N0. 76-1996 DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO.
ST. 1989-05:
ADOPTED RE50LUTIONS NO. 75-1996 AND 76-1996.
� 20. RESOLUTION N0. 77-1996 DIRECTING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT
ROLL FOR LOCKE LAKE DAM RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT N0. 211•
AND
RESOLUTION N0. 78-1996 DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR LOCKE LAKE DAM RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT N0. 211:
ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS NO. 77-1996 AND 78-1996.
21. RESOLUTION DIRECTING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR LOCKE
LAKE DAM EXCAVATION PROJECT N0. 255:
RESOLUTION DIRECTING PUSLICATION OF HEARING ON PROPOSED
ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR LOCKE LAKE DAM EXCAVATION PROJECT N0. 255.
THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON
THE REGULAR AGENDA.
22. RE50LUTION NO. 79-1996 DIRECTING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT
ROLL FOR STONYBROOK CREEK BANK STABILIZATION PROJECT NO. 246:
AND
RESOLUTION N0. 80-1996 DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR STONYBROOK CREEK STABILIZATION
PROSECT N0. 246:
� ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS NO. 79-1996 AND 80-1996.
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23. RESOLUTION N0. 81-1996 DIRECTING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT
ROLL FOR 1996 TREES:
RESOLUTION N0. 82-1996 DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR 1996 TREES:
ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS NO. B1-1996 AND 82-1996.
24. RESOLUTION N0. 83-1996 DIRECTING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT
ROLL FOR 1996 NUISANCE ABATEMENT:
AND
RESOLUTION N0. 84-1996 DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR 1996 NUISANCE ABATEMENT:
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27.
ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS NO. 83-1996 AND 84-1996.
RESOLUTION N0. 85-1996 DIRECTING PREPARI�TION OF ASSESSMENT
ROLL FOR 1996 SERVICE CONNECTIONS:
AND
RESOLUTION NO. 86-1996 DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR 1996 SERVICE CONNECTIONS:
ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS NO. 85-1996 AND 86-1996.
RESOLUTION N0. 87-1996 DIRECTING PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT
ROLL FOR 64TH AV�NUE STORM WATER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT N0. 260•
AND
RESOLUTION N0. 88-1996 DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR 64TH AVENUE STORM WATER
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT N0. 260:
ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS NO. 87-1996 AND 88-1996.
APPOINTMENTS: CITY EMPLOYEES:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that he wished to recommend
the appointment of two persons as Crty employees. Gary Bulman
will be employed as a Public Services Worker in the Street
Department and Jason Cardinal will be employed as a Police
Officer.
Mr Burns stated that Mr. Bulman is a Waukan High School
graduate and has been employed as a driver/dispatcher for
David Kurk, Inc. of Eitzen, Minnesota for the last fifteen
years.
Mr. Burns stated that Jason Cardinal is a graduate of North
Branch High School and has an AA degree in Law Enforcement
from Lakewood Community College. His past experience includes
work as a Community Service Officer for White Bear Lake, as a
part-time dispatcher for Chisago County Sheriff's Office, and
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� as an armed security specialist with American Security
Corporation.
CONCURRED WITH THE FOLLOWING APPOINTMENTS BY THE CITY MANAGER:
1� .FTiF
Gary
Bulman
Position
Public Services
Worker, Streets
Non-exempt
Jason Patrol Officer
Cardinal Partial-exempt
28. CLAIMS:
Starting Starting
Salary Date
$11.21 Sept. 17,
per hour 1996
1995 Union
Contract
$12.99 Sept 17,
per hour 1996
1995 Union
Contract
Replaces
Joseph
Ferrato, Jr
Gerald
Newberger
PAYMENT OF CLAIM NOS 69818 THROUGH 70105.
29. LICENSES.
� APPROVED THE LICENSES AS SUBMITTED AND AS ON FILE IN THE
LICENSE CLERK`S OFFICE.
30. ESTIMATES:
APPROVED THE ESTIMATES, AS FOLLOWS:
Richmar Construction, Inc.
7776 Alden Way N.E.
Fridley, MN 55432
53rd Avenue Sooster Station
Pro�ect No. 280
FINAL ESTIMATE . . . . . .
Richmar Construction, Inc.
7776 Alden Way N.E.
Fridley, MN 55432
Water Treatment Plant
Pro�ect No. 293
Estimate No. 1 . . .
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$ 10,765.75
$121,866.00
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Landmark Concrete, Inc.
17630 Highway 65
Ham Lake, MN 55304
1996 Removal & Replacement of Miscellaneous
Concrete Curb and Gutter and Sidewalk
Pro�ect No. 294
Estimate No. 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 5, 420. 47
Thomas & Sons Construction, Inc
13925 Northdale Boulevard
Rogers, MN 55374
1996 Street Improvement
Pro�ect No. ST. 1996 - 1& 2
Estimate No. 1 . . . . . . .
W.B. Miller, Inc
6701 Norris Lake Road N.W
Elk River, MN 55330
. . . . $ 27,405.60
Street Improvement Pro�ect No. ST. 96-4
(Mississippi Street/Third Street Intersection)
Estimate No. 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 76, 449. 16
Frederic W. Knaak, Esq
Holstad and Larson, P.L.0
3535 Vadnais Center Drive
St. Paul, MN 55110
Services Rendered as City Attorney
for the Month of August, 1996. ..
Newquist & Ekstrum, Chartered
301 Fridley Plaza Office Building
6401 University Avenue N.E.
Fridley, MN 55432
Services Rendered as Crty Prosecuting
Attorney for the Month of June, 1996 ..
$ 5,152.00
$ 15,031.92
No persons in the audience spoke regarding the consent agenda
items.
Councilman Billings stated he would lik.e to remove Item 21 from the
consent agenda.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to approve the consent agenda items
excluding Items 4, 6, and 7, which were previously considered, and
Item 21. Seconded by Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote,
all voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
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ADOPTION OE AGENDA:
MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt the agenda with the deletion
of Item 32, the addition of Item 21 from the consent agenda, and
the addition of an item to consider adoption of an agreement with
School District No. 14. Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a
voice vote, a11 voting aye, Mayor Nee declared the motion carried
unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS:
21. RESOLUTION DIRECTING PREPAR.�TION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR LOCKE
TAKE DAM EXCAVATION PROJECT NO. 255.
RESOLUTION DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON PROPOSED
ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR LOCKE LAKE DAM EXCAVATION PROJECT N0. 255:
Councilman Billings stated that he understands there wi11 be a
neighborhood meeting regarding this proposed assessment. He asked
if the plans have been received from the Rice Creek Watershed
District's consultant.
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated that a preliminary hearing
was held in February at which time a$54,000 cost to the City was
� identified for the Locke lake negotiated settlement with Ramsey
County. The City, at this time, does not have the plans from the
Rice Creek Watershed District.
Councilman Billings stated that he is not comfortable with
establishing the hearing without the plans and specifications
Mr. Pribyl, Finance Director, stated that staff tried to group as
many pro�ects as possible because the City will probably be selling
a bond. If Council wishes to delay this hearing, the pro�ect can
always be assessed at a later date.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to table this item until such time
that staff has an opportunity to conduct a neighborhood meeting
with residents that are involved in this assessment. Seconded by
Councilwoman Jorgenson. Upon a voice vote, Councilman Billings,
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.
CONSIDERATION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH SCHOOL DISTRICT N0. 14:
Councilman Billings stated that Council recessed for approximately
three hours to meet with several members of the School Board of
� School District No. 14 to review the final details of an agreement
we have been working on for the last several months. This agreement
involves the remodeling and an addition to the existing Community
Education Center or former Parkview Elementary School. Council was
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working from a draft agreement presented this evening by the School
District, and he believed a consensus has been reached.
Councilman Billings stated that the agreement provides for
approximately a 6,000 square foot addition to the building and
remodeling of space to be used for recreational purposes. The
space will be used by all the citizens of Fridley, regardless of
the school district in which they reside, and will not be �ust a
youth drop-in center or a senior center. Approximately 95 percent
of the City`s recreational programs that take place are in School
District No. 14 facilities.
Councilman Billings stated that the term of the agreement is for
thirty years. He felt that all parties have worked very hard to
reach this point. When there are State statutes dealing with
school districts and their duties and obligations and statutes
dealing with the City on their duties and responsibilities, ways
have to be found for both bodies to meet these responsibilities
He felt that this is what the agreement accomplishes.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to adopt the agreement between School
District No. 14 and the City dated September 16, 1996 and delivered
to the City today by the School District, with those changes and
modifications that were worked out during the recess. Further, the
� City Attorney is directed to assemble the specific language agreed
to and submit it to the City Manager and School District No. 14 in
adequate time for everyone to review prior to the School District's
board meeting on September 17, 1996. Seconaed by Councilwoman
Jorgenson.
Councilwoman Jorgenson stated that even though Councilman Schneider
was unable to be at the meeting, he participated in the discussion
through a telephone call.
Mayor Nee stated that he was impressed with the quality of staff's
work and the willingness of the School Board to accommodate some of
the City's needs.
Councilwoman Bolkcom stated that it was a long, hard discussion,
but she was happy with the agreement.
UPON A VOICE VOTE TAKEN ON THE ABOVE MOTION, all voted aye, and
Mayor Nee declared the motion carried unanimously.
Mr. Greg Rosholt, member of the Fridley School Board, stated that
the agreement took a lot of work, but he felt the benefactors will
be the residents of the School District and the City of Fridley.
He stated that, despite any ob�ections, the residents will end up
� wrth a good agreement. He appreciated the affirmative vote of the
City Council. The School Board will be voting tomorrow evening to
concur.
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Councilwoman Jorgenson felt that there should probably be an
executive summary available if residents wish to review the
agreement. She suggested possibly having it on file at the
library.
Councilwoman Bolkcom suggested that the plans be on display at the
Municipal Center for residents who are interested.
Councilman Jorgenson stated that plans can also be reviewed at the
Community Education Center.
Mayor Nee stated that Council members and others deserve thanks for
spending so much time working out this agreement.
33. INFORN�iL STATUS REPORTS:
Councilman Bolkcom reminded everyone that Saturday, September 21 is
Fall Recycling Day at the Community Park from 9:00 a.m. to
3:00 p.m. This is a scaled down version of the clean-up day last
year. Household items will be accepted and, for a fee, appliances
and tires, as well as scrap metal. No concrete construction items
will be accepted. Anyone who has questions can call the Crty to
find out more details.
ADJOURNMENT:
MOTION by Councilwoman Jorgenson to ad�ourn the meeting. Seconded
by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Nee declared the motion carried unanimously and the Regular Meeting
of the Fridley City Council of September 16, 1996 ad�ourned at
12:30 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Carole Haddad
Secretary to the City Council
W�ia�e� �
Mayor