02/03/1997 CONF MTG - 4776�
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CRY OF
FRIDLEY
CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE MEETING
FEBRUARY 3, 1997 - 7:00 P.M.
CONFERENCE ROOM A (UPPER LEVEL)
1. Highway 65/Lake Pointe Intersection
Improvements,
2. Antennae Authority Proposal,
3. Liquor Operations Proposal.
4, Recycling Center Operation.
5, Ace Solid Waste Request.
6. Other.
City of Fridley
TO: William W. Burns, City Manager ���
FROM: John G. F1or�Public Works Director
DATE: January 28, 1997
SUBJECT: TH 65 Lake Pointe Intersection Improvement
PW97-029
On Tuesday, January 28, 1997, I attended a meeting at the State Aid Office with representatives from
MnDOT and SEH regarding the preliminary plans for the improvement of TH 65, I-694, Lake Pointe
and Central Avenue intersections.
Based upon the preliminary estimates, it appears that the entire project proposed can be completed
within the original estimate of $1.9 million ($1.5 million Federal, $400,000 HRA).
In reviewing the geometrics, an HOV lane has been incorporated on the Hwy 65 west bound I-694
ramp as well as two left turn lanes from Hwy 65 into Lake Pointe. At the Central Avenue
intersection, four options were identified for the Hathaway/Hackman/Polk neighborhoods. The first
option is to leave it as it, which is not supported. The second and third options deal with moving the
intersection to the 1986 location. Based upon the MnDOT and County review, these options either
reduce the amount of stacking on Central Avenue, causing a delay to the residential neighborhood
or close off the entrance to left turns from the residential neighborhood. The fourth option relocates
the residential outlet to a Polk Street extension. This option provides for adequate stacking and
provides for safe turning movements.
SEH is preparing concept drawings which I will provide to the Council at the February 3 conference
meeting. These drawings should reflect the various traffic movements and will also identify the
incremental cost associated with each option.
MnDOT has indicated that there is an extraordinary amount of funds available for a 199? project.
If the City is to make use of these funds, we need to complete the final plans and a decision on the
location of the residential outlet onto Central Avenue. Public hearings with the neighborhood will
be scheduled on this issue. If right-of-way is required, this must be accomplished by the City prior
to initiation of the Federal project or as an option, it could be completed at a later date as a separate
project by the City.
Explanation of the project, the various concepts and options will be provided at the meeting.
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January 31e 1997
NIr. John Flora
Director of Public Works
City of Pridley
6431 University Avenue NE
Fridley, MN 55432
Dear John:
3535 VADNAIS CENTER DRNE, 200 SEH CENTER. S7 PAUL, MN 55110 612 490-2000 800 325-2055
ARCHITECTURE • ENGINEERING • ENVIRONMENTAL • TRANSPORrATION
RE: F'ridley, IVlinnesota
I Iackmann Avenue Alternative Analysis
SEH No. A-FRIDL9704.00
As authorized by the City, we have analyzed the potential impacts of the proposed Hackmann
Avenue Alternatives. This letter summarizes the analysis and findings.
Alternatives
As part of the development of the alternatives, three separate Hackmann Avenue alignments were
identified. The existing location of Hackmann Avenue was chosen as the first alignment, the
City/MnDOT 1986 concept for Hackmann Avenue was chosen as the second alternative alignment,
and the extension of Polk Street was chosen as the third alternative alignment. From these
alignments, four alternatives were developed.
The first option analyzed was the No-Build Alternative shown on Figure 1. This option is essentially
a"do nothing" alternative which preserves the existing Hackmann Avenue alignment and
intersection geometrics.
The second option, hereafter referred to as Hackmann Avenue Alternative 1, is shown on Figure 2a.
This alternative proposes the relocation of the existing Hackmann Avenue approximately 100 feet
to the east, as well as the closure of the direct access to the frontage road located just east of T.H. 65.
This alternative was developed using the alignment originally proposed in the 1986 conceptual plan
for Hackmann Avenue. In order to address concerns of Anoka County and Minnesota Department
of Transportation (Mn/DOT) staff, the 1986 concept plan was revised to provide two separate and
distinct left-turn lanes: one at the proposed location of Hackmann Avenue, the other at T.H. 65 (see
Figure 2a).
The third option, hereafter referred to as Hackmann Avenue Alternative 2, is shown on Figure 2b.
This alternative also uses the alignment proposed in the City's 1986 concept plan for Hackmann
Avenue. However, in order to address Anoka Counry and Mn1DOT staff concerns, the median was
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�ontinuec� throug� Yhe �ntersection created by tY�e proposed relocation of Hackmann Avenue
approximately 100 feet to the east along Old Central Avenue. This creates a right-in/right-out only
condition for local traffic using the relocated Hackmann Avenue. The direct access io the existing
frontage �oad would also be c�osed as pa�Y �f thi� �lt�rsaative.
The fourt� aption, hereafter referred to as �he Polk Street Alternative, is shown on Figure 3. This
�lternative proposes the relocation c�� the existing Hackmann Avenue approximately 360 feet Co the
east, anc� the closure of the direct access �o the �rontage road just east of T,H. 65. 'I'his alternative
gets its name from the fact that it will essentiallv become Polk Street extended to Old �entral
Avenue. Additional right-o%way dvill haye to �e acquired and a minimum of three houses will have
to be relocated as part of this alternative. It is likely, however, that a fourth home may be relocated
since the lot would become surrounded by roadways (see Figure 3).
�raffic Impacts
An evaluation of the traffic-related impacts was conducted for each of the four alternatives. A
forecast year 2008 was chosen for the analysis since full build-out of the Lake Pointe Corporate
Center is anticipated by 2008. The following represents a summary of this evaluation:
Westbound Left-Turn Lane
Based on the traffic volume forecasts provided in a traffic study for the Lake Pointe Corporate
Center, prepared by Benshoof & Associates, Inc. in March 1996, the westbound to southbound left
turn movement at the T.H. 65/Lake Pointe Drive intersection experiences the heaviest volumes of
all the minor street znovements during the p,m. peak hour. As such, the traffic-related impacts of
this heavy movement on the Hackmann Avenue alternatives were analyzed.
Given the forecast 2008 voTumes, and assuming a 180-second cycle length at the T.H. 65/Lake
Pointe Drive intersection, the dual left-turn lanes will be required to store an estimated 30 vehicles
every three minutes during the p.m. peak hour.
Of the four options, only the Hackmann Alternative 2 and the Polk Street Alternative provide
adequate starage to accommodate the forecast p.m. peak hour volumes. The No-Build Alternative
currently provides adequate storage far approximately 121eft-turning vehicles; Hackmann Avenue
Alternative 1 provides storage for approximately 151eft-turning vehicles; and the Hackmann Avenue
Alternative 2 and the Polk Street Alternative both provide storage for approximately 31 vehicles.
Hackmann Avenue/Old Central Avenue Intersection
The distance between the Hackmann Avenue/Old Central Avenue intersection and the T.H. 65/Lake
Point Drive intersection is approximately 175 feet for the No-Build Alternative, 275 feet for the
Hackmann Avenue Alternatives 1 and 2; and 540 feet for the Polk Street Alternative.
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Jar�uary �l, 1997
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Given the close proximit� of Hackmann Avenue anct '�.I�. 65, and the Iong traffic signal cycles on
T.H. 65, the vvestbound traffic waiting to z�nake a left turn at t:he T.H. 65 signal may back up and
bYociK the �Iackmann Avenue intersection. Using the %recast 2�08 p.m. peak �our traffic volumes,
the backup of westbound lefi-turning vehicles on Old Central Avenue will block the Hackmann
Aven�ae access 50 percent of the time �nder the 1�10-Build .Alternative and 20 percent of the �ime
��ring the p.rri. peak hour f�r ti�� �Iacicmant� .t�ve�ue r�lternative 1. In contrast, th� westbound
back�ap of left-turning vehicles will not likely extend beyond the alignment proposed in the Pol�c
Street Alternative. It should �e noted that while the backup wi11 extend beyond the �Iackmann
flvenue Alternative 2 alignment, the proposed median already prohibits left turns in arad out of the
Hackmann Avenue l�ccess.
Sight Distance
Another concern is the limited sight distance which is availar>le between the existing Hackmann
Avenue alignment and the T.H. 65 intersection. Vehicles sensing a gap in eastbound traffic could
pull out from Hackmann Avenue on to Old Central and then have vehicles turn from T.H. 65. The
marginal stopping sight distance with the current Hackmann Avenue alignment could lead to
accidents and, at the very least, stoppages of eastbound traffic.
The alignments proposed in the Hackmann Avenue Alternatives 1 and 2, as well as the Polk Street
Alternative, provide adequate stopping sight distances which �will likely decrease the potential of
accidents and stoppages of traffic.
COStS
Another impact of the three alternatives is the monetary cosits associated with the right-of-way
acquisition and roadway construction.
No-Build Alternative
Due to the very nature of this alternative, no right-of-way acquisition or roadway construction will
be proposed. As a result, there are no monetary costs associated with the No-Build Alternative.
Hackmann Avenue Alternative 1
This alternative proposes that the relocation of Hackmann Ave,nue, approximately 100 feet to the
east, occur within existing right-of-way owned by the City of Friidley. Therefore, there would be no
right-of-way eosts associated with this alternative. It is estimated that the total construction costs
of ihis alternative would be approximately $141,000.
Hackmann Avenue Alternative 2
This alternative also proposes that the relocation of Hackmann Avenue, approximately 100 feet to
the east, occur within existing right-of-way owned by the City of Fridley. Therefore, there would
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b� nc� xight-�s�-way �osts assoczated vvith this alt�rnati�e, It is estimated that the total construciion
costs �� ihis ��ternative woulc� be approximateyy � 142,200.
Polk Street Alternativ�
This alternative would require the acc�uisitian of additional right-of-way and the relocation of four
homes. 'I'he Ciiy oi Fridley has estimated that �he total costs associated with th� right-of-vvay
acquisition �nd relocation of the four horr�es �,vould be a�proxi�lately $41�,OU0. It is estimated t�at
the �otal construction costs ot this �ltexnati�e woulci be� approximately $201,500.
Summary
A��rrimary exhibit which provides a comparisan of fhe proposed Hackmann Avenue alternatives
can be found in Table l.
Based on this comparison, only the Polk Street Alternative provides adequate stopping sight
distance, adequate storage for westbound left-turning vehicles on Central Avenue, and full access
to the neighborhood via Polk Avenue extended. This alternaCive does require the acquisition of
additional right-of-way and the relocation of four homes, how�ver, a parcel would be created that
has the potential for reuse.
If you have any questions or comments regarding this alternative analysis, please feel free to call me
or Mark Benson.
Sincerely,
Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc.
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John M. Hagen
Project Engineer
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MEMORANDUM
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
DATE: January 30, 1997 �
TO: '.�'` William Burns, City Manager,��
FROM: Barbara Dacy, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Proposal for City Ownership and Management of Wireless
Communication Facilities
At the January 27, 1997 City Council meeting, the Council wanted more discussion
about City ownership of wireless communication facilities. The proposed concept is
that the City would own, manage, and construct the tower; however, the City could
contract with a provider who would construct the tower according to required
specifications and would receive a credit on renting space on the tower for a period of
time equivalent to the cost to construct the tower. In this manner, the City would not
incur any outlay of money, but would eventually receive the revenue from the lease
agreement with the provider. Additional space on the tower would be leased to other
providers and the City would receive the rent payments. 1 am meeting with Burt
Weaver, the City's consultant, on Friday, January 31, 1997. The purpose of our
meeting is to prepare for the City Council's discussion on Monday night.
The outline of our presentation to the City Council will be as follows:
1. A brief description of wireless technology and where it is going.
2. Advantages and disadvantages of City ownership and management of wireless
facilities.
3. Discussion of legal issues (I am in the process of discussing this issue with Fritz
Knaak).
Wireless Communication Facilities
January 30, 1997
Page 2
4. Discussion of basic elements of a financial pro-forma (if the City Council concurs
with this concept, a detailed pro-forma should be developed for a five year time
frame).
5. Review of process to complete ordinance preparation and potential initiation of
municipal ownership of wireless facilities.
Burt Weaver will be in attendance at Monday evening's meeting and I will be prepared
to discuss these issues.
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MEMORAN]�UM
DEVELOp�'VIENT DIRECTOR
DATE: January 30, 1997
TO: %" Wiliiam W. Burns, City Manager ,�(j �%�
FROM: Barbara Dacy, Community Development Director
Scott Hickok, Planning Director
Julie Jones, Planning Assistant/Recycling Coordinator
SUBJECT: Staff Recommendations for Operation of Fridley Recycling Center
BACKGROUND
On November 25, 1996, the City Council authorized staff to terminate the contract with
RMR and to proceed with municipal operation of the Fridley Recycling Center for three
months. At that time, staff projected a net cost to the City over a three month time
frame of $2,000 versus RMR's proposed cost of $5,400. A consultant was also hired in
November to evaluate four different operating options to guide the City in its decision
making process for the long term operation of the Recycling Center.
REPORT FINDINGS
In mid December, the consultant's report was complete. The report concludes that
Option 4, municipal operation of the Recycling Center, is the least expensive option to
operate the site. Although this option results in a$6,142 cost to the City, it also
represents a$15,458 savings compared to the remaining options. The City is taking on
more risk to operate the site under Option 4, but it offers greater opportunity for
additional revenue if a successful marketing campaign increases aluminum volumes at
the site.
There are four sub-options within option 4 of the repo�t, which differ in how many hours
the site is open. These options show that the City could possibly break even or even
make a slight profit at the Recycling Center if hours are reduced. However, our
experience to date operating the site and informally monitoring the level of activity,
leads us to recommend that the City maintain the 9am to 5pm hours of operation for
two reasons:
William W. Burns
January 30, 1997
Page 2
1. Activity has fypically been very brisk each day from 9am to 11 am, during the noon
hour, and also from 4pm-5pm. Discussions with RMR have indicated that this was
their experience at the site also. Thus, reducing the hours at the beginning or at the
end of the day could greatty impact business and reduce revenues on aluminum.
2. An eight hour day of operation allows us to make the Site Monitor a full time
'position with benefits, which should attract quality candidates and reduce costly
turnover of part time employees.
STAFF EXPERIENCE
Since the City has now operated the Recycling Center for four weeks and we have a
clearer grasp of the expenses related to operation of the Center, we conducted our own
revenue/expense projections for the Cen#er. These projections were provided to the
Environmental Quality and Energy Commission and discussed at its January 21
meeting. However, we must clarify that staff has since discovered a significant
computation error in the revenue/expense projections that were provided to the EQE
members. The information they reviewed showed that the City would have a net
surplus of revenues over the course of one year of $54,118. This information was
incorrect, because the full year of expenditures was not deducted. Staff deeply
apologizes for any confusion this caused, but the fina! cost to the City is still cheaper
than any other option.
COST TO CITY
The City will lose less funds operating the Center under municipal operation than if it
would have agreed to pay RMR $1,800/month as can be seen in the attached (revised)
revenue/expense worksheet. This worksheet shows that the City could expect to have
a net annual deficit under municipal operation of $8,365 or about $700/month. The
loss, however, is SCORE fund reimbursable.
Despite the fact tha# the City can expect municipal operation of the Recycling Center to
be a SCORE fund expense, rather than a revenue source to subsidize other recycling
efforts, staff continues to concur with the consultanYs position that municipal operation
of the site is the best option for the City. This option rises above the alternatives for the
following reasons:
The City does have the opportunity to reduce the level of financial loss
at the Center if aluminum tonnages are increased. Aggressive
marketing to attract new customers—particularly small businesses and
multi-family complexes—will be completed in the next six months. The
City already has $21,000 in grant funds to help improve multi-family
recycling efforts. We also have advertising expenses budgeted to
conduct direct mailings to business owners in the City.
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William W. Burns
January 30, 1997
Page 3
• Having contro! over the Site Monitor position allows the City to hire a
well qualified individuat that exhibits strong customer service skills.
We have received many comments from users of the site over the past
four weeks indicating that the past contractor's staff members were
unfriendly and lazy. Almost every visitor to the Center so far has
commented about the building's clean interior. Further, customers are
genuinely surprised when someone helps them get materials out of
their car. Quality sen+ice reflects on the City as a whole. Municipal
operation allows us to exhibit the "Friendly Fridley" image.
• Should recyclable markets improve in the future, we will have mo�e
opportunity to share in those profits.
• Volumes at the Recycling Center are critical in allowing the City of
Fridley to meet recycling goals, accounting for 20% of the City's
recycling tonnage annually. The City would not make its recycling
goals if it were not for the success of the Recycfing Center.
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS
Based on the findings of the consuitanYs report and our experience operating the
Recycling Center to date, we have the following recommendations for the City Council:
Authorize staff to negotiate a one year contract through December 31,
1997, with Weyerhauser under the �xisting arrangement, attempting to
obtain a commitment for a corrugated cardboard baler at the Center,
revenue sharing for cardboard when prices exceed a certain market
price, and attempting to secure a better rate for aluminum if possible.
� Continue to operate the site from 9am to 5pm.
• Ex#end the Site Monitor position to a one year contract position with
benefits.
• Include an option in the forthcoming curbside recycling collection RFP
for the selected contractor to also service the Recycling Center (under
Weyerhauser's current functions), beginning January 1, 1998.
• Direct staff to market the Recycling Center to small business and
multi-family housing managers through direct mailings, the City
newsletter, cable television, local newspaper ads, back of grocery
store register tape promotions, and the Chamber of Commerce.
JJ/
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' � �Fridley Recycling Center Evaluation
Table 12 Fridley Recycling Center
1997 Projected Net Revenue or Expenses
Option* Projected Projected Projected Net
Revenue Expenses Revenue or
Expenses
1: Close Site'�* ($13,835) N/A N/A
2A: Lease, open 37.5 hr/wk $0 $21,600 ($21,600)
3: RMR/SC, open 37.5 hr/wk $0 $21,600 ($21,600)
4A: Contract, open 40 hr/wk*** $80,500 $86,b42 ($6,142)
4B: Contract, open 37.5 hr/wk*** $80,500 $85,353 ($4,853)
4C: Contract, open 27 hr/wk*** $78,890 $74,792 $4,098
4D: Contract, open 24 hr/wk*** $76,475 $71,587 $4,888
* The expense for site main#enance is not included
**Projected revenue assumes loss of SCORE revenue
'�**Projected expenses do not include supervisory staff time.
Options 4C and 4D assume slight decreases (2 and 5 percent
respectively) in aluminum revenues over Options 4A and 4B
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Sheet1
FRIDLEY RECYCLING CENTER
ONE YEAR REVENUE/EXPENSE PROJECTIONS
JANUARY 1997
REVENUES
Aluminum redemption (based upon current contract arrangement with Weyerhause� of $.40/Ib.)
Weight estimated based on tonnage repotted in 1996 by RMR
238,343 Ibs. x$.40= 95 337
EXPENSES
Personnel (1 fuli time Site Monitor cLD $9.02/hr with benefits)
8 hrs per day x 5 days/week x 52 weeks= $18,761
Benefits (Health Ins., PERA, SSI) $ 6,415
Worker's Comp Insurance $ 223
Recruitment $ 300
Redemptions
$.30/Ib x 238,343 Ibs= $ 71,503
Utilities (gas, water, sewer, electricity) $ �,780
Garbage Service $ 2,000
Portable Toilet $ 630
Phone $ 360
Advertising $ 1,000
Printing & supplies $ 300
Annual scale certification $ 30
Amortized Equipment Replacement $ 400
(scale, cash register, phone, safe head,
locks,safety equipment, misc. equipment)
TOTAL EXPENSES
SURPLUS (DEFICITI
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$103,T02
($8,365)
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MEMORANDUM
PLANNING DIVISION
DATE: January 23
TO: `�William W.
FROM:
SUBJECT
, 1996
Burns, City Manager ��
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Barbara Dacy, Community Development Department
Scott J. Hickok, Planning Coordinator
Ace Solid Waste Ordinance Amendment Request
Several weeks ago Mayor Jorgenson asked staff to contact Lonnie McCauley
regarding Ms. McCauley's interest in Fridley's solid waste disposal ordinance and
possible amendments. Ms. McCauley is working on behalf of Ace Solid Waste, Inc.
She expressed an interest in a modification of Code Section 113.02, Solid Waste
Containers Required, and 113.12, Placing of Solid Waste Containers.
Ace has asked McCauley to facilitate ordinance amendments so that they can
implement their "cart program", which involves containers larger than the 32 gallon
maximum permitted in the current ordinance. Ace would also like to pick up
containers on the curb as opposed to at the house.
Our staff informed Ms. McCauley that the process would include:
• her submission of a letter to staff indicating the desired modifications;
• staff's notification to the City Council of her interest in proceeding with
amendments to Code Section 113;
• staff s request for direction from the City Council as to whether or not they
wish to proceed with the described amendments;
• and finally, if directed to proceed by the Council, staff would collect the
appropriate fees from the petitioner and initiate the official ordinance
amendment process.
If the Council would like to initiate the formal process, the process could be as
follows:
Wiliiam W. Burns
January 23, 1997
PAGE 2
• City Council establish public hearing for the amendment at its February
10, 1997 meeting
• Staff would notify all licensed haulers and publish hearing ad in focus
• The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission would evaluate
request at its February 18, 1997 meeting
• The Public Hearing would be held on February 24, 1997
• First reading of ordinance would occur on March 3, 1997
• Second and final reading of ordinance would occur on March 31, 1997
The hearing process would appropriately coincide with the evaluation of the
curbside recycling RFPs. The City will have completed its review of garbage
collection issues and recycling issues in time for the license approvals.
Requested Action:
Ms. McCauley has submitted her letter to initiate the process described above.
Please advise us if the City Council would like to proceed with the amendment
process.
c. Kurt Jensen-Schneider, Planning Assistant, Code Enforcement Officer
Julie Jones, Planning Assistant, Recycling Coordinator
M-97-47
Events of
Distinction
By Lonni McCauley & Associates
9701 Avocet St. NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
754-3975
January 14, 1997
Mr. Scott Hickok
Planning Coord�na±or
City of Fridley
6431 University Avenue
Fridley, MN 55432
Dear Mr. Hickok:
Subject: The Fridley Solid Waste Disposal Ordinance
Ace Solid Waste, Inc. has been in business for 43 years in Fridley
and other metro cities. They are constantly looking for methods to
make their service as efficient and affordable as possible for
their customers. With new technology offering a more automated
solid waste collection system, they have been able to offer their
non-Fridley customers a very appealing service. This service
includes an attractive container sized to fit individual needs and
the ability to make their collections in half the time of the
traditional pick-up service.
The Fridley Solid Waste Disposal Ordinance contains two clauses
which we respectfully request that the City of Fridley review for
recommended amendments.
Those clauses are 113,02 (Solid Flaste Cantainers Req�air�d) and
113.12 (Placing of Solid Waste Containers)
Clause 113.02
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"Each such container shall be durable,
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Fridley."
We would like to request removal of the size requirement so
that the sentence could read, "Each such container shall be
durable, watertight, shall have a tight-fitting lid and shall
be impervious to insects, rodents, vermin and absorption of
moisture.°
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Clause 113.12 2B states "Solid waste stored in containers as
mentioned in Section A above, may be placed immediately
adjacent to the front of the dwelling unit, but no further
than three (3) feet from the building."
We would like to request elimination of this section, or use
wording that indicates that "all containers can be placed at
a point agreed upon with the person's licensed collector."
We would like to provide the following rationale for amendments
that would allow for larger containers placed curbside:
. New containers �re specifir.all4� de�igned to mest a�2 of the
ordinance requirements calling for a watertight container
impervious to rodents, vermin or insects. They are also
sanitary, extremely durable, spacious, easily stored and are
easy to move.
These containers are unobtrusive and are heavy enough not to
blow around the streets in heavy winds.
. Larger containers, due to their increased capacity and
flexibility, could handle all of a homeowner's allowable solid
waste and thus eliminate unsightly storage and accumulation of
waste and the need for periodic extraordinary, city-wide
clean-up efforts. The aesthetics of the city will be enhanced
through this method of collection.
. Allowing homeowners curbside
containers would alleviate the
an ordinance that is currently
placement of solid waste
city of the need to administer
difficult to enforce.
. Attracting drivers for non-mechanized waste collection has
become more difficult and expensive due to the physical
demands of the job. Drivers are also less productive and
efficient, are able to handle half the capacity of the one-
driver, mechanized col�ection and are prone to workers
compensation injuries.
. There is a very real possibility of cost savings to the
homeowners due to a more efficient collection system.
This large container, automated collection system enjoys wide
acceptance with all other open-contract Anoka County cities.
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We look forward to discussing these proposed ordinance changes with
staff and Councilmembers. Please call me at 754-3975 or Dennis
Fredrickson of Ace Solid Waste (427-3110) if there are questions we
can answer.
B�regards,
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State Senator pon Betzold (DFL-Frid-
ley) has been appointed c6air of the Sen-
ate subcommittee on data privacy, which
is part of the Senate Judiciary committee.
The appointment is an importan� one for
Betzold. The subcommit[ee deals was cre-
ated in the 1970s when the state passed its
data privacy act. But since then, as the
state enters the information age with the
World Wide Web, e-mail and computers,
the commi.ttee w'i11 be central in trying to
deal with new and different issues.
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ardous waste.
The Minnesota Pollution Control
Agency brought charges against Ja�n M.
Carr and Donald E. Wimmer, co-owners
of Elecuo Precision Inc., a Heights-based
engraving and plating operation. Each
pled guilty to two felonies.
Carr will serve 120 days in Jail, Wim-
mer will serve 60 days, both beginning in
February.
The remainder of their five-yeaz sen-
tences will be stayed provided they com-
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