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THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF
JANUARY 27, 1997
The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order
by Mayor Jorgenson at 7:30 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Mayor Jorgenson led the Council and audience in the Pledge of
Allegiance to the Flag.
ROLL CALL:
MEMBERS PRESENT
MEMBERS ABSENT
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE:
Mayor Jorgenson, Councilman Barnette, Council-
man Billings, and Councilwoman Bolkcom
Councilman Schneider
SENATOR DON BETZOLD:
Senator Betzold congratulated Mayor Jorgenson and Councilman
Barnette on their election as Mayor and Councilmember-at-Large. He
said that the legislature is setting priorities for the next two
years regarding the budget, and the Governor has given some
indication of his priorities. The state's financial situation is
good, and there is a budget surplus carrying over into this cycle.
He said that the state has been limited for several years on
education spending, and there is an effort to change these limits.
Senator Betzold stated that other issues involve the areas of human
services and property tax reform. He serves on the tax reform
committee, as we11 as chairing the Data Practices Committee. There
is also legislation regarding Locke Lake in Fridley.
REPRESENTATIVE ALICE JOHNSON:
Representative Johnson stated that she was pleased to be at the
meeting this evening. She congratulated Mayor Jorgenson and
Councilman Barnette on their election as Mayor and Councilmember-
at-Large.
Representative Johnson stated that House File l, which restricts
the education funding cuts for the schools, is being considered.
This is an important bill on which she will continue her focus.
There is bipartisan support and a real spirit of cooperation.
Representative Johnson stated that she will chair the Sales and
Income Tax Division. Her preference would have been to continue as
chair of the Education Division, but that did not work out. She
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wished to reduce the state's dependency on property taxes which
means revenue would have to come from the sales or income tax. She
believes that the state needs a good education system, as well as
to provide other services, and taxes will be needed. She is on the
Education Finance Committee and will play a ma�or role in
development of policy.
Representative Johnson stated that another issue is the stadium.
She stated that, to date, the residents in her district are opposed
to any ma�or involvement of public money in building a stadium.
She is not anti-baseball, but she does not believe the state should
be spending $300 million for a new stadium.
Representative Johnson distributed copies of the Session Weekly
brochure. This second issue has a picture of every representative
on the cover and contains information on who is serving on the
various committees, as well as meeting schedules. This brochure is
available to anyone who would like a copy. They can contact the
state office or her office directly. She requested that Council
keep her informed of their ideas on issues that directly afiect the
City.
Senator Betzold stated that for the resldents in the southern half
of Fridley, he, as well as Senator Novak and Representative
Chaudhary, wants everyone to keep them informed also.
Councilwoman Bolkcom questioned the tobacco legislation and if the
City could have tougher laws than what is provided by state
statute.
Senator Betzold stated that he has not seen the bill, but he would
support any efforts to stop teenage smoking. He feels that tougher
state laws are needed, and he is willing to work with the City to
curb teenage smoking.
Representative Johnson stated that she would support a state law
for a minimum standard to prevent teenagers from purchasing
tobacco. Although this may impact negatively on what the City may
want to do, she would try to do everything she can to prohibit
teenagers from purchasing cigarettes.
Mayor Jorgenson questioned their stand on the right-of-way issue,
and she asked Mr. Flora to explain.
Mr. Flora, Public Works Director, stated that the City has prepared
a draft model ordinance that would allow the City Lo manage their
right-of-way, and the City would like their support.
Representative Sohnson stated that she knows this is a controver-
sial issue, and she will be watching the developments.
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Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that the City
would like their support to fund a revolving loan program. The
City had over 150 loans processed last year because people in the
community are reinvesting in Fridley. The Council can no longer
afford to spend year after year for that loan program, and she
hoped funding can be obtained through MHFA or the Livable
Communities Act. The City is taking steps now to prevent decay and
decline of their housing stock, and it is working we11.
Representative Johnson stated that it is absolutely critical to
reinvest in our communities and to keep the population stable in
the first and second ring suburbs because there is de�initely signs
of decay.
Mayor Jorgenson thanked Senator Betzold and Representative Johnson
for presenting this update.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
COUNCIL MEETING, JAI�TIJARY 6, 1997:
MOTION by Councilman Billings to
Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom
aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the
approve the minutes as presented.
Upon a voice vote, all voting
motion carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF PROPO5ED CONSENT AGENDA:
OLD BUSINESS:
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ORDINANCE NO
1088 ESTABLISHING BY INTERIM ORDINANCE
THE PROVISIONS OF MINNE
STATUTES SECTION
UNDER
5, A
EXPANSION OF MULTI-BAY WAREHOUSE OR SIMILAR TRUCKING-BASED
PRODUCT DISTRIBUTION FACILITIES:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this ordinance is
requested in view of the potential impact of additional
warehouse/trucking facilzties that are located near
residential areas. There is concern with the impact of large
vehicle traffic, noise, air pollution, and the visual impact
of loading docks and outdoor storage.
Mr. Burns stated that this requesti is for a 120 day moratorium
that will give staff time to evaluate the adequacy of the
City's land use regulations, as they pertain to these uses.
The investigation is to focus on M-1, M-2, and M-3 industrial
districts, and the staff analysis is to be presented to the
Planning Commission in February and to Council in March.
WAIVED THE READING AND ADOPTED ORDNANCE NO. 1088 ON THE SECOND
READING AND ORDERED PUBLICATION.
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NEW BUSINESS:
2. FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE UNDER SECTION 12.07 OF THE CITY
CHARTER TO VACATE STREETS AND ALLEYS AND TO AMEND APPENDIX C
OF THE CITY CODE {VACATION REQUEST, SAV #96-04, BY KELLER
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Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this is a request to
vacate a ten foot drainage and utilrty easement. The vacation
will enable construction of a 22,945 square foot warehouse.
The petitioner is willing to grant a substitute drainage and
utility easement along the east property line of the property.
WAIVED THE READING AND APPROVED THE ORDINANCE ON FIRST
READING.
RECEIVE THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF
JANCTARY 8, 1997:
RECEIVED THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF
JANLIARY 8 , 1997 .
RESOLUTION N0. 9-1997 DETERMINING THAT A CERTAIN PARCEL IS
OCCUPIED BY A STRUCTURPLLY SUBSTANDARD BUILDING AND IS TO BE
INCLUDED IN A TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT (218 57TH PLACE
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Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this resolution ensures
the eligibility of the parcel for inclusion in a tax increment
financing district. It does not create a TIF district or in
any way obligates the City or HRA to a particular pro�ect.
The HRA approved a similar resolution at their January 9, 1997
meeting.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO 9-1997.
RESOLUTION N0. 10-1997 - RESOLUTION AND ORDER FOR FILLING AN
OPEN EXCAVATION AT 6291 CENTRAL AVENUE N.E., FRIDLEY,
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this resolution relates
to filling an open foundation that has existed for more than a
year. The demolition of a structure at 6291 Central Avenue
began in October, 1995. The progress has been slow due to the
owner's effort to salvage building materials, and an open
foundation has existed for more than a year. Staff's contacts
with the owner regarding the open foundation began in
November, 1996, and the owner has recently responded to
letters and telephone calls.
Mr. Burns stated that the owner has agreed to the demolition
of the basement and to filing the hole by February 13, 1997.
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Staff is requesting Council authority to complete this work
with a City contractor, should the owner not live up to his
promise. If the City does the work, the cost plus a 25
percent administration fee will be assessed to the owner.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 10-1997.
6. RESOLUTION N0. 11-1997 APPROPRIATING MUNICIPAL STATE-AID FUNDS
TO A MINNE50TA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION SIGNAL IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the City will enter into
an agreement wlth MnDOT to upgrade the signal control wires
along Highway 65 at a cost of $17,541.58. The City is
requesting that MnDOT fund the City's share of the pro�ect
cost with off-system state aid money. This resolution
requests the use of these funds.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 11-1997.
7. RESOLUTION N0. 12-1997 APPROVING THE MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF
TFtANSPORTATION SIGNAL INTERCONNECT AGREEMENT N0. 75720:
� Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this pro�ect provides for
the installation of control cables for traffic signals between
53rd Avenue and Highway 10 on Highway 65. The City's share of
the cost is $16,243.20. About eight percent will be added to
the cost for pro�ect administration.
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ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 12-1997.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 13-1997 ORDERING IMPROVEMENT, APPROVAL OF PLANS
AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR SIDS: SANITARY AND STORM SEWER
REPAIR PROJECT N0. 304:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the sanitary portion of
this pro�ect includes 1,150 feet on Seventh Street between
Bennett Drive and 67th Avenue and 315 feet on 57th Place
between Seventh Street and a point west of Seventh Street
corresponding to the location of the first manhole.
Mr. Burns stated that the storm sewer portion of the pro�ect
includes the relining of storm sewer lines on Van Buren Street
between 75th Avenue and a point 650 feet to the south.
$110,000 has been budgeted for the sanitary sewer pro�ect, and
$150,000 budgeted for the storm sewer pro�ect.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 13-1997.
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9. RESOLUTION N0. 14-1997 ORDERING IMPROVEMENT, APPROVAL OF PLANS
AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS: STREET
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT N0. 1997-10 (SEALCOAT):
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this year's street
improvement pro�ect provides only for sealcoating. The
streets included in the pro�ect are north and south of I-694
and immediately to the west of University Avenue. Another
section of streets to be sealcoated is located south of I-694
and to the east of East River Road. $160,000 has been
budgeted for this pro�ect.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 14-1997.
10. APPROVE WELLHEAD PROTECTION JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF FRIDLEY AND THE COUNTY OF ANOKA AND DESIGNATE
REPRESENTATIVES TO THE ANOKA COUNTY MUNICTPAL WELLHEAD
PLANNING GROUP:
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Mr. Burns, City Manager, requested that this item be removed
from the agenda.
APPROVE CHANGE ORDER N0. 2 FOR THE 1996 STREET IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT N0. ST. 1996 - 1& 2:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this change order is for
$20,576 and includes the addition of a 220 foot water line to
loop the new 77th Way water line with an existzng water line
on Beech Street, removal of a tree on Alden Way, construction
of an additional manhole an 77th Way, and construct�on of a
special connection to the Metro sewer line required by our
MCES permit. All of these were unforeseen items at the time
specifications were written for the pro�ect.
APPROVED CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 TO THE 1996 STREET IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT NO. ST. 1996 - 1& 2 WITH THOMAS & SONS CONSTRUCTION,
INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,576.00.
RECEIVE BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR REPAIR OF WELLS NO. 10 AND
13:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this pro�ect includes
removal of pumps, shafts, casings, and screens to be
sandblasted, repaired and painted. Other repairs include
replacement of shaft "spiders" and turbine propellers, as well
as an acid treatment for Well No. 10.
Mr. Burns stated that four bids were received for each well.
Keys We11 Drilling was the 1ow b�dder for both Well Nos. 10
and 13.
The bids were as follows:
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We11 No. 10: Keys Well Drilling, $21,100.00; Mark Traut
Wells, $22,109.00; E.H. Renner & Sons, $25,642.50; and
Bergerson Caswell, $26,308.00.
Well No. 13: Keys Well Drilling, $18,180.00; Bergerson
Caswell, $20,515.00; Mark Traut Wells, $20,978.00; and E. H.
Renner & Sons, $23,885.00.
RECEIVED THE FOLLOWING BIDS LISTED ABOVE AND AWARDED THE
CONTRACT FOR THE REPAIR OF WELLS NOS. 10 AND 13 TO THE LOW
BIDDER, KEYS WELL DRILLING, FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT OF $39,290.00
($21,110.00 FOR WELL NO. 1D AND $18,180.00 FOR WELL NO. 13).
RESOLUTION N0. 15-1997 EXTENDING THE TERM OF THE SOUTHERN
ANOKA COUNTY COMMiJNITY CONSORTIUM JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the proposed extension of
this agreement is through December 31, 1998. The agreement
was first entered into in 1995 and expired at the end of 1996.
In view of the work by Values First, and of the opportunities
for coordination of school district and City efforts in the
southern part of the County that is provided by the Southern
Anoka County Community Consortium, staff recommends Council's
approval.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 15-1997.
RESOLUTION N0. 16-1997 AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF CERTAIN CLAIMS
WITHOUT PRIOR COUNCIL APPROVAI,:
Mr. Burns, Crty Manager, stated that this request is made in
con�unction with the City's assumption of responsibility for
the operation of the recycling center. The operation requires
a weekly check drawn on City funds to be used for the
redemption of aluminum at the site. Since the check must be
written prior to Council approval, staff is requesting that
Council modify the resolution that allows the Finance Director
to issue checks prior to their approval.
Mr. Burns stated that this item is to be added as item (u) for
"redemption of aluminum occurring at the Fridley Recycling
Center." The check will typically be made out for $1,500
($300 per day), and claims will appear on the check register
for the next Council meeting.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 16-1997.
CLAIMS:
AUTHORIZED PAYMENT OF CLAIM NOS. 72053 THROUGH 72422.
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16. LICENSES:
APPROVED THE LICENSES AS SUBMITTED AND AS ON FILE IN THE
LICENSE CLERK'S OFFICE.
17. ESTIMATES:
APPROVED THE ESTIMATES, AS FOLIAWS:
Newquist & Ekstrum, Chartered
301 Fridley Plaza Office Building
6401 University Avenue N.E.
Fridley, MN 55432
Services Rendered as City Prosecuting
Attorney for the Month of November, 1996
Thomas & Sons Construction, Inc.
13925 Northdale Boulevard
Rogers, MN 55374
$12,476.28
1996 Street Improvement Pro�ect
No. ST. 1996 - 1& 2
Estimate No. 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $18, 542.81
No persons in the audience spoke regarding the proposed consent
agenda items.
MOTION by Councilman Barnette to approve the consent agenda items
with the exception of Item 10. Seconded by Councilman Billings.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Sorgenson declared the
motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to table Item 10 and brought back at
staff's discretion. Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a
voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion
carried unanimously.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
MOTION by Councilwoman Bolkcom to adopt the agenda as submitted.
Seconded by Councilman Barnette. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion carried unanimously.
OPEN FORUM, VISITORS:
JERRI 0'DELL, RESIDENT OF THE FRIDLEY MOBILE HOME PARK:
' Ms. 0'Dell stated that the owners of the Fridley Mobile Home Park
refuse to sign an agreement with Paragon Cable, and residents can
no longer get cable in the mobile home park. She felt this was
important for the tenants.
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Mayor Jorgenson stated that City staff wi11 investigate.
Ms. 0'Dell also presented a copy of a letter sent to the Attorney
General's office regarding the problems she is experiencing with
the owners of the Fridley Mobile Home Park.
MOTION by Councilwoman Bolkcom to receive the letter from Jerri
0'Dell. Seconded by Councilman Barnette. Upon a voice vote, all
voting aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion carried
unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING:
18. PUBLIC HEARING ON THE 1997 COMMUNITY DEVELOPNLENT BLOCK GRANT
(CDBG) PROGRAM:
MOTION by Councilwoman Bolkcom to waive the reading of the public
hearing notice and open the public hearing. Seconded by Councilman
Barnette. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Jorgenson
declared the motion carried unanimously, and the public hearing
opened at 8:02 p.m.
Mr. Grant Fernelius, Housing Coordinator, stated that the City will
receive $146,848 in CDBG funds for 1997 These monies are provided
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channeled through Anoka County. The monies must be used to benefit
low and moderate income persons, aid in the prevention of slum and
blight, or to meet other urgent community development needs when no
other resources are available. The City must develop its funding
plan, conduct a public hearing, and present its application to the
County by February 14, 1997.
Mr. Fernelius stated that, in terms of funding for this year, the
theme is to continue to fund the housing rehabilitatlon program for
low and moderate income owners in the amount of $124,848 or 85
percent of the funds, with the balance of the funds to be used by
public service agencies in the amount of $22,000. The public
service agency allocations are as follows: ACCAP {Senior Outreach,
$8,500; Fridley Senior Home Companion, $4,000; Fridley Recreation
and Natural Resources, $4,000; Alexandra House, $3,000; and
Southern Anoka Community Assistance, $2,500.
Mr. Fernelius stated that a letter was sent to all human service
organizations explaining the changes in th�s year's public service
funding policy. Prior to sending this letter staff received
funding requests from CEAP for $3,000 and ACCAP for $9,946. A
request was also received from Alexandra House for $5,000 to help
with intervention services. CEAP is not included in the proposed
� funding; however, ACCAP and Alexandra House are recommended for
funding although not at the levels they requested.
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Mr. Fernelius stated that two new organizations have also contacted
staff to request CDBG funds. Opportunity Services is an
organization which provides services to persons with developmental
disabilities and is requesting $5,000 for constructing a new
facility. Tamarisk Resources, Inc. has submitted a request for
$25,000 to help with the costs of purchasing a building.
Technically, under HiTD regulations, both of these activities are
classified as public facilities, rather than public services. As a
result, funds would have to come from the non-public service pool,
i.e. housing rehabilitation fund.
Councilwoman Bolkcom asked about the requests from Opportunity
Services and what kind of services they provide.
Mr. Fernelius stated that they provide services to developmentally
disabled adults. Coon Rapids has supported this organization with
funding, but he did not know if any other community has committed
funding.
Ms. Tia-Henry Johnson, Executive Director for CEAP, stated that
CEAP has been a presence in the County for over ten years. In
addition to being a food shelf, they provide financial assistance,
case management for individuals, and assist with special needs.
They are concerned with the fact that this is the first year they
wi11 not receive CDBG funds.
Ms. Johnson stated that CEAP has provided 33,000 pounds of food and
spent an additional $29,000 in direct assistance to families. This
assistance included money to prevent evictions, assistance in
mortgage foreclosures, transportation for families in order to
maintain employment, and child care for families waiting for
subsidized care from the County. She believed these services are
important to the community. All the funds CEAP receives come from
private means.
Ms. Johnson stated that from July through 5eptember, 1996, CEAP
served 233 families residing in Frldley. From July through
December, 1996, CEAP provided over $2,900 in financial assistance
to Fridley residents. Fridley residents also utilized the food
shelf over 500 times during this same period. She felt that CEAP
is a presence in the community and should be acknowledged.
Councilman Sillings stated that in 1996, the City received requests
totaling $60,000 for CDBG funds, and half of this amount or $30,000
was given to public service agencies. All of the organizations
requesting funding were worthwhile, but the City is not able to
fund many pro�ects that are deserving. Some very worthwhile
organizations are funded, but three times as many organizations are
disappointed because they are not able to obtain funding and this
is unfortunate. It would be nice if the Federal government were
providing funds at the 1980 and early 1990 levels, but this is not
the case.
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Ms. Lee Carlson, Central Center for Family Resources, stated that
Fridley is a City that cares about their young people which is
evident in Council's support of Pro�ect Safety Net. However, she
is disappointed that they were not recommended for funding The
stresses for youth and families do not decrease. The Blaine branch
closed its doors, which removed another resource.
Ms. Carlson presented a handout listing the variety of services
they provide. She can only speak positively of the agencies that
the City has selected to fund, as all are working to serve the
needs of the community.
Ms. Carlson stated that the domestic abuse program their agency
provides is funded by United Way. She requested that Council
reconsider their request. She knows that $2,500 does not seem like
a lot of money, but these are bridges that can be used to help
obtain additional support from other sources. By utilizing all
these resources, they can maximize their services. She is grateful
for the City's past support. She hoped if there is not
reconsideration for funding that there is a process where they have
the opportunity to express their need.
Ms. Pat Prinzevalle, Executive Director for Alexandra House, stated
� that she is very grateful that their organization was considered
for funding in the amount of $3,000. She requested that Council
not reduce this amount. They requested $5,000 for intervention
services and work closely with the Police Department. She
appreciates all the organizations and the good work they do in
Anoka County.
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Ms. Alice Nelson, representing SACA, stated that they are in dire
need of financing. They expect to serve 2,500 families from
Fridley and 5,000 from Columbia Heights. This year they have
served 3,790 families. She requested that Council consider
providing more funds then allocated so that they can continue to
serve these needy families.
Councilwoman Bolkcom questioned if there could be another way to
obtain funds, such as a community drive, if funding is not through
the CDBG program.
Ms. Nelson stated what has happened is that
stopped gathering food for the food shelf.
people they serve, $2,500 is not enough.
except for a few small private donations.
some of the churches
For the amount of
They receive no funds
Ms. Nancy Gurney, representing Opportunity Services, stated that
their organization is not applying for on-going funding. The
services they provide are funded by the County, and they are
requesting a one-time funding that will serve all residents of the
County. Coon Rapids has been funding their organization because
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they have a facility in Coon Rapids. Coon Rapids probably accounts
for ten percent of the total number of clients they serve.
Ms. Gurney stated that Opportunity Services provides employment
services for low and moderate income persons with disabilities.
They will also be involved with the welfare reform program. The
County asked that they construct a new facility. Their request is
for one time only in order to obtain funds for this building.
Their ongoing services are funded through a tax 1evy.
Ms. Cathey Weidmann, representing the ACCAP Senior Outreach
Program, thanked Council for their funding of this program. Their
program links volunteers with seniors for outreach services.
Colleen Coyle continues to serve as the Fridley Outreach Worker.
They provide seniors and disabled adults with case management and
referral and advocacy services for individuals in need. 170
seniors were served last year. The goal of the program is to keep
residents living in their homes as long as possible.
Ms. Dee Larson, Blanket of Hope, Inc., stated that last year she
received start-up funding. Her organization helps seniors and the
homeless. She was concerned this was not an open application this
year. If funding is not received this year she hoped that Council
would consider her organization in the future. She would like to
be made aware of any unspent funds, and she apologized for not
submitting her request sooner.
MOTION by Councilman Billings to receive the letter from Blanket of
Hope, Inc. Seconded by Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote,
all voting aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion carried
unanimously.
Ms. Gretchen Hanson, Founder of Tamarisk Resources, stated that
this organization was created and founded in Fridley four years ago
to care for people in the community who are dying. Everyone in the
organization volunteers their time and receives no compensation.
They are totally dependent on donations, memorials, grants, and
fund raisers. Because of the way they are organized, they do not
have all the restrictions that prevent people from receiving help.
Ms. Hanson stated that Tamarisk presently has about 35 volunteers
who have participated in a very extensive 30 hour training program.
These volunteers enable people in our community who are alone to
feel cared for and loved on their final �ourney. It is exhausting
for care givers of a terminally ill person. The volunteers give
them a respite. The goal is to keep people who are terminally ill
in their homes and surrounded by their loved ones. No other
organization is providing the services that Tamarisk provides.
Ms. Hanson stated that Tamarisk also acts as a resource center for
people who are dealing with a terminal illness. They want people
to be able to make one telephone call to them. They, in turn,
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research other organizations to find out what is available and come
back with a plan. If Tamarisk closes its doors, there will be no
one to provide these services. Their goal is to serve only this
area. Their wish is that other communities will emulate like
Tamarisk. They are being looked at by other communities and not
�ust in Minnesota, but also in England, Ireland, Moscow and
Romania. Each and every one will need their services at some time.
Everyone is going to die. She hoped that when this happens there
are compassionate care givers available in this community for them
and their loved ones.
No other persons spoke regarding the allocation of the CDBG funds.
MOTION by Councilman Barnette to close the public hearing.
Seconded by Councilman Billings. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion carried unanimously and the
public hearing closed at 8:40 p.m
Mayor Jorgenson stated that Representative Chaudhary is in
attendance at the meeting and asked if he wished to address the
Council.
Representative Chaudhary thanked Mayor Jorgenson for allowing him
� the opportunity to address the Council. There are two most recent
items in the legislature that affect Fridley. One is the bill that
Representative Alice Johnson will introduce on Thursday to forgive
the debt incurred for the Locke Lake Dam. He is encouraged that
this will pass, and Council's help in this endeavor would be
appreciated.
Representative Chaudhary stated that the other issue involves Onan
Corporation. He received a letter from the City Manager and
officials of Onan Corporation requesting assistance in bringing
some of the �obs, from the closing of their facility in Alabama, to
Fridley. This would mean 400 to 500 �obs in Fridley. He has
inquired as to how assistance can be given to Onan in achieving
this goal.
Mayor Jorgenson stated that Council discussed with Senator Betzold
and Representative Sohnson several concerns they would like the
legislature to address such as housing, right-of-way legislation,
and if the tobacco bill would pre-empt the City's ordinance. The
Council will be meeting with him on these issues.
Representative Chaudhary stated that he understands one of the
ma�or concerns of the Council is pre-emption of the City's tobacco
ordinance. He felt that no state law should pre-empt the City from
making their ordinance more restrictive.
� Representative Chaudhary stated that there are bills in the
legislature regarding tax relief and an urban growth p1an. He felt
that the urban growth plan would benefit the inner ring suburbs.
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He was encouraged that the City is concerned about the issue of
prevailing wages. He ran his campaign to benefit working families
and will have family concerns in mind to provide workers with a
living wage. He stated that he has also received a lot of
telephone calls regarding the stadium issue,
Representative Chaudhary stated that if anyone would like to
contact him they can do so at 100 Constitution Avenue, 507 State
Office Building, St. Paul, 55115 or phone him at 296-4331. He
asked that Council not hesitate to call with any questions or
concerns. He is interested in any comments or questions from
Council or his constituents.
Mayor Sorgenson thanked Representative Chaudhary for attending the
meeting and for the update.
NEW BUSINESS:
19. RESOLUTION NO. 17-1997 - JOINT RESOLUTION REQUESTING
CONCURRENT DETACHMENT FROM COON RAPIDS AND ANNEXATION TO
FRIDLEY OF PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED AT 83RD AVENUE AND BROAD
AVENUE, PURSUANT TO MINNESOTA STATE STATUTE SS414 061
(WARD 3):
� Mr. Hickok, Planning Coordinator, stated that this is a �oint
resolution between the cities of Fridley and Coon Rapids which will
result in the detachment of property from Coon Rapids and annexed
to Fridley. The petitioner, Mr. Gerald Kantor, requests that Lot
16, Revised Auditor's Subdivision No. 103 be annexed from the City
of Coon Rapids into the City of Fridley, If approved, the property
would be combined with property in Fridley also owned by the
petitioner. The purpose of the annexation is to allow the property
to be developed.
Mr. Hickok stated that the annexation has been broadened to include
a total of five lots. The two properties located in Coon Rapids at
8310 and 8330 Broad Avenue are currently serviced by Lhe City of
Fridley. The remaining property, also located in Coon Rapids and
comprised of two lots, is currently servicen by septic, well, and
heating oil (8320 Broad Avenue). Those property owners would like
to be connected to utilities. The petitioner will need to extend
utilities from Kimball Street, and an easement will need to be
dedicated across the sub�ect property to provide services to the
north.
Mr. Hickok stated that annexations may be initiated by a property
owner, a municipality or Minnesota Municipal Review Board. If both
municipalities are in agreement, each Council passes a resolution
� and simultaneous "detachment and annexation" occurs. The
resolutions are submitted to the Board ior final action.
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Mr. Hickok stated that staff recommends approval of the annexation
with the following stipulations: (1) the annexation request shall
include Lots 14, 15 and 16, Revised Auditor's Subdivision No. 103
and Lots 22 and 23, Block 4, Mississippi Oaks; the petrtioner shall
dedicate a 25 foot utility easement over the westerly portion of
Lot 16; and the annexation request is contingent upon approval of
the Coon Rapids City Council and the Minnesota Municipal Board.
Mr. Hickok stated that the owner of Lots 14 and 15 indicated that
he is in favor of the annexation and would be interested in hooking
up to sewer and water at the time Lot 16 is developed.
Councilwoman Bolkcom asked if the City has received any
communication from the owner of Lot 22 regarding this annexation.
Mr. Hickok stated that there was a telephone conversation with the
owner of Lot 22 in which he expressed financial concerns about the
annexation. After this issue was discussed, the owner seemed
satisfied that his concerns were addressed. The City has not
received anything in writing from this property owner.
Councilwoman Bolkcom stated that the resolution does not include
the stipulations regarding the 25 foot easement. She asked the
� City Attorney if this stipulation should be included in the
resolution.
Mr. Knaak, City Attorney, stated he would prefer that this
particular stipulation not be included in the resolution for
annexation that will require agreement by the City of Coon Rapids.
He suggested that Council pass a separate motion to approve the
annexation and include the three stipulations.
Councilwoman Bolkcom noted that the stipulations are covered in the
resolution, except stipulation No 2 regarding the dedication of a
25 foot utility easement.
MOTION by Councilwoman Bolkcom to adopt Resolution No. 17-1997.
Seconded by Councilman Barnette. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilwoman Bolkcom to approve annexation request, ZOA
#96-03, by Gerald Kantor, with the following stipulation: (1) the
petitioner sha11 dedicate a 25 foot utility easement ocer the
westerly portion of Lot 16, Revised Auditor's Subdivision No. 103.
Seconded by Councilman Barnette. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Jorgenson declared the motion carried unanimously.
20. INFORMAI� STATUS REPORTS:
� Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that there were no informal status
reports.
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Councilwoman Bolkom asked when the RFP's for the recycling would be
sent out.
Ms. Dacy, Community Development Director, stated that the RFP's
would be sent for publication this week, submitted to the
Environmental Quality and Energy Commission by mid-February and to
Council on February 24. Staff would proceed as outlined in their
memorandum unless they hear otherwise.
ADJOURNMENT:
MOTION by Councilman Barnette to ad�ourn the meeting. Seconded by
Councilwoman Bolkcom. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Jorgenson declared the motion carried unanimously and the Regular
Meeting of the Fridley City Council of January 27, 1997 ad�ourned
at 9:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Carole Haddad
Secretary to the City Council
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Nan y J. Jo enson
Mayor