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09/20/1999 - 00000928THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF SEPTEMBER 20, 1999 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: Mayor Jorgenson, Councilmember Barnette, Councilmember Billings, Councilmember Wolfe, and Councilmember Bolkcom MENIBERS ABSENT: None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: COLTNCIL MEETING — SEPTEMBER 13, 1999 Mayor Jorgenson stated that the meeting minutes of the Fridley City Council meeting of September 13, 1999, were not available in writing for approval. PROCLAMATIONS: VFW Da�, September 29, 1999 Mayor Jorgenson read a proclamation declaring September 29, 1999 as VFW Day, to recognize the 100t'` Anniversary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States in the City of Fridley, Minnesota. Mr. George Arnold, VFW Commander, accepted the proclamation, on behalf of the VFW. Mr. Archer stated that the VFW was very proud to be one of the sponsors of the new entrance signs for the City of Fridley. He said they were excited to have their name on the signs and to participate in the project. Fire Prevention Week, October 3- 9, 1999 Mayor Jorgenson read a proclamation declaring the week of October 3- 9, 1999, as Fire Prevention Week in the City of Fridley. The public was invited to view the community's fire fighting equipment, meet the firefighters, and visit with other members of the City's Public Safety Division on Saturday, October 2, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the main fire station located at 6431 University Avenue N.E. THE MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 20, 1999 MEETING PAGE 2 Mr. Chuck McKusick, Fire Chief, accepted the proclamation on behalf of the Fire Department. Mayor Jorgenson stated that the Council wished to thank Mr. McKusick for his efforts on the SOt'` Anniversary Task Force, and also for his participation in the Explorer Program in the City, which took second place at the Minnesota State Fair in 1999. Mr. McKusick stated that was the explorers' first time at the State Fair. They started practicing three to four weeks prior to the contest. Mr. McKusick stated that the Fire Department will have a number of events including demonstrations on October 2, 1999. Most of the displays represent different facets of public safety for the City. Domestic Violence Awareness Month, October, 1999 Mayor Jorgenson read a proclamation declaring the month of October, 1999, to be Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the City of Fridley. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that on October 14, 1999, there will be a candlelight vigil from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Anoka County Government Center. Charlie Weaver will be present. This vigil is in memory of Anoka County women and children who have died as a result of domestic violence. National Breast Cancer Awareness Month_ October_ 1999 Mayor Jorgenson read the proclamation declaring the month of October 1999, to be National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the City of Fridley, and October 16, 1999, to be National Mammography Day in the City of Fridley. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA: NEW BUSINESS: 1. APPROVE GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL AND THE CITY OF FRIDLEY FOR THE ONAN AND MURPHY WAREHOUSE PROJECT (WARD 2): Mr. Burns, City Manager, explained that the Onan/Murphy warehouse project received $154,658 from the Metropolitan Council's Tax Base Revitalization Account for clean-up of contaminated soils. The attached agreement between the City and the Met Council establishes the terms and conditions whereby the City receives this assistance for Onan/Murphy. Staffrecommended Council's approval. THE MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 20, 1999 MEETING PAGE 3 THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON THE REGULAR AGENDA UNDER NEW BUSINESS ITEM NO. 1. 2. APPROVE GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF MINNESOTA, DEPARTMENT OF TRADE AND ECOMONIC DEVELOPMENT, AND THE CITY OF FRIDLEY FOR THE ONAN AND MURPHY WAREHOUSE PROJECT: Mr. Burns, City Manager, explained that the Onan/Nlurphy warehouse project also received a grant from the State f Minnesota in the amount of $717,105 for site clean-up from the State's "Petro Fund." The attached agreement establishes the terms and conditions for the City's receipt of the money. Staff recommended Council's approval. THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON THE REGULAR AGENDA ITEM UNDER NEW BUSINESS AS ITEM NO. 2. NEW BUSINESS: 3. MOTION AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR PROPOSALS FOR FABRICATION AND DELIVERY OF SIX ENTRY MONUMENT SIGNS: Mr. Burns, City Manager, explained that THE Fridley SOt'` Anniversary Task Force received commitments from eight community organizations to provide $6,000 each for the installation of community entrance signs. The six signs would be erected as near as possible to the City's north and south borders on East River Road, University Avenue and Highway 65. The Task Force recommended a five foot by ten foot sign with an 18-foot by10-foot panel to accommodate the "service badges" for each of the sponsoring community organizations. The total cost for the signs was estimated at $70,990. Assuming the $48,000 from the organizations, the City's cost would be $22,990. The amount does not include any costs for land. Should the easements from the state, county or private land owners require funding, the City's cost would be increased by this amount. Currently, the City has a private consultant pursuing easements for the six sites and expects the easements to be acquired by the time the contract is signed. The request for proposal asks that a lighting alternative be quoted as an optional item. Maintenance on the 20 square foot easements and the signs would be the City's responsibility. Staff recommended Council's approval for two things: 1) Authorization to seek proposals for the signs; and 2) Approval of expenditure of up to $25,000 for sign-related expenses. THE MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 20, 1999 MEETING PAGE 4 APPROVED MOTION AUTHORIZING ADVERTISEMENT FOR PROPOSALS FOR FABRICATION AND DELIVERY OF SIX ENTRY MONUMENT SIGNS. 4. RESOLUTION NO. 70-1999 DIRECTING PREPARATION OF THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE 1999 NUISANCE ABATEMENT: Mr. Burns, City Manager, explained that Staff is proposing to assess $4,820.62 against the following properties: 195 - 79t'` Way 15 - 63rd Way 532 Janesville Street 6755 East River Road By this action, Council authorized staff to establish the assessment roll. Staff recommended Council's approval. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 70 1999, DIRECTING PREPARATION OF THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE 1999 NUISANCE ABATEMENT. 5. RESOLUTION No. 71-1999 DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE 1999 NUISANCE ABATEMENT: Mr. Burns, City Manager, explained that this resolution directed the preparation of the assessment roll for the 1999 Nuisance Abatement Program. The public hearing date is scheduled for October 11, 1999. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 71-1999, DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE 1999 NUISANCE ABATEMENT. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 72-1999 DIRECTING PREPARATION OF THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE 1999 SERVICE CONNECTIONS: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that there was one property, the Osborne Commerce Center (located on the southwest corner of Osborne Road and Main Street), with a proposed assessment for water and sewer connections of $12,730.54. The assessments are being levied as a result of an agreement with the property owner. Staff recommended Council's approval. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 72-1999, DIRECTING PREPARATION OF THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE 1999 SERVICE THE MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 20, 1999 MEETING PAGE 5 CONNECTIONS. 7. RESOLUTION NO. 73-1999 DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE 1999 SERVICE CONNECTIONS: Mr. Burns, City Manager, explained that the public hearing is scheduled for October 11, 1999 for the proposed assessment for the 1999 service connections. APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 73-1999, DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE 1999 SERVICE CONNECTIONS FOR OCTOBER 11, 1999. 8. RESOLUTION NO. 74-1999 DIRECTING PREPARATION OF THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE 1999 WEED ABATEMENT: Mr. Burns, City Manager, explained that staff proposed to assess $9,196.24 against the following properties: 195 79t'` Way 15 63rd Way 53 63 '/z Way 6403 Ashton Avenue 6056 Woody Lane 61gt through 62"d Way at Ashton 1021 Rice Creek Terrace 52"d Avenue and Central Avenue Vacant lot on Baker Street (Lot 8, block 1, Nagel's Woodlands) 23 8 Ely Street 650 Dover Street 5 53 9 Matterhorn Drive 5601 Fourth Street 5695 Hackmann Avenue By this action, Council authorized staff to establish the assessment roll. Staff recommended Council's approval. APPROVED RESOLUTION N0.74-1999, DIRECTING PREPARATION OF THE ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR THE 1999 WEED ABATEMENT. 9. RESOLUTION NO. 75-1999 DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR 1999 WEED ABATEMENT: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that October 11, 1999, will be the public hearing date for the proposed assessment of 1999 weed abatement costs. THE MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 20, 1999 MEETING PAGE 6 THE MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 20, 1999 MEETING PAGE 7 APPROVED RESOLUTION NO. 75-1999, DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF HEARING ON THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT ROLL FOR 1999 WEED ABATEMENT. 10. APPOINTMENT: CITY EMPLOYEE: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that staff recommended the appointment of Gary Ellestad to the Public Works Streets Maintenance position vacated when David Jensen transferred to the Community Development Department. Mr. Ellestad has been working as a seasonal Public Works employee for the last four months in the Parks Section. Mr. Ellestad has also worked as an Assistant Sales Manager for Boyer Ford Trucks for the last 13 '/z years. Staff recommended Council's approval of this appointment. APPOINTED GARY ELLESTAD TO THE PUBLIC WORKS POSITION. 11. CLAIMS: APPROVED PAYMENT OF CLAIM NOS. 89254 THROUGH 89424. 12. LICENSES: APPROVED LICENSES AS SUBMITTED AND AS ON FILE WITH THE LICENSE CLERK. MOTION to approve the consent agenda. MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to remove Item Numbers 1 and 2 of the proposed consent agenda and approve the consent agenda as corrected. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL MEMBERS VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. ADOPTION OF AGENDA: MOTION by Councilmember Billings to remove item numbers one and two from the consent agenda to the regular agenda. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION by Councilmember Wolfe to adopt the agenda. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. THE MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 20, 1999 MEETING PAGE 8 UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. OPEN FORUM, VISITORS: No members of the public were present for consideration of items not on the agenda. NEW BUSINESS: 1. APPROVE GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE METROPOLITAN COUNCIL AND THE CITY OF FRIDLEY FOR THE ONAN AND MURPHY WAREHOUSE PROJECT (WARD 2): MOTION by Councilmember Billings to approve the grant agreement between the Metropolitan Council and the City of Fridley for the Onan and Murphy Warehouse project. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom. UPON A VOICE VOTE, COUNCILMEMBERS BARNETTE, BILLINGS, WOLFE AND BOLKCOM VOTED AYE. MAYOR JORGENSON ABSTAINED FROM VOTING. MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED. 2. APPROVE GRANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE OF MINNESOTA, DEPARTMENT OF TRADE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND THE CITY OF FRIDLEY FOR THE ONAN AND MURPHY WAREHOUSE PROJECT (WARD 2): MOTION by Councilmember Billings to approve the grant agreement between the State of Minnesota, Department of Trade and Economic Development, and the City of Fridley for the Onan and Murphy Warehouse project. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom. UPON A VOICE VOTE, COUNCILMEMBERS BARNETTE, BILLINGS, WOLFE AND BOLKCOM VOTED AYE. MAYOR JORGENSON ABSTAINED FROM VOTING. MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED. OLD BUSINESS: 13. RESOLUTION ADOPTING ASSESSMENT FOR OSBORNE ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NUMBER ST. 1994 - 5(OLD CENTRAL TO STINSON BOULEVARD) (TABLED SEPTEMBER 13, 1999): MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to remove this item from the table. Seconded by Councilmember Wolfe. THE MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 20, 1999 MEETING PAGE 9 UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Mr. Pribyl, Finance Director, stated that at the September 13, 1999 City Council meeting, a property owner stated that they had previously paid an assessment for the front footage of their property. Staff did research on that property within this particular assessment, and the property located at 1650 Osborne Road was assessed in 1974 for 76t'` Avenue construction which was actually the building of 76t'` Avenue. This property is unique in that it has two front yards because 76t'` Avenue provides frontage on the back side of the property. This property could be split into two buildable lots. The property owner was contacted, and Mr. John Flora, Public Works Director, and Mr. Pribyl spoke with Ms. 7anet Lubinski. Mr. Flora and Mr. Pribyl explained that the assessment could be deferred until the property resells. The property owner was not interested in this option. These are two different assessments being that they are two independent projects. Both have an effect on the value of the property. Staff recommended that the resolution for the assessment be passed. Councilmember Wolfe asked for clarification of the assessments for the property. Mayor Jorgenson stated that the first assessment was for construction of the street. The second assessment was for concrete, curb, and gutter, which was not assessed before. MOTION by Councilmember to adopt Resolution No. 76-1999. Seconded by Councilmember Billings. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS: Councilmember Barnette stated that the SOt'` Anniversary Party was very successful and fulfilling considering the amount of work that went into it. There are a few more activities in October and at the end of the year. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that the SOt'` Anniversary celebration was a beautiful night with a huge turnout. She thanked everyone for coming and for supporting the City of Fridley. She felt the fireworks were the greatest ones she has ever seen. The Fridley marching band and the Commodores were impressive also. There will be a wrap-up meeting on the second Thursday in October to talk more about possibly having the same events ne�t year. The meeting starts at 5:30 p.m. at the Municipal Center. Thanks was given to all of the committee members, volunteers, and businesses that helped make this happen. THE MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 20, 1999 MEETING PAGE 10 ADJOURNMENT: MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Councilmember Wolfe. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL MEMBERS VOTING AYE, MAYOR JORGENSON DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND THE SEPTEMBER 20, 1999 MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL WAS ADJOURNED AT 8:05 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Signe L. Johnson Nancy J. Jorgenson Recording Secretary Mayor