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FRIDLEY
� The City of Fridley will not discriminate against or harass anyone in the admission or access to, or
treatment, or employment in its services, programs, or activities because of race, color, creed, religion,
_ national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation or status with regard to public
assistance. Upon request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to
participate in any of Fridley's services, programs, and activities. Hearing impaired persons who need an
interpreter or other persons with disabilities who require auxiliary aids should contact Roberta. Collins at
572-3500 at least one week in advance. (TTD/572-3534)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
City Council Meeting of January 28, 2002
OLD BUSINESS:
1. Second Reading of an Ordinance Under
- Section 12.06 of the City Charter Declaring
Certain Real Estate to be Surplus and
_ Authorizing the Sale Thereof (Generally
Located Near 1200 Cheri Lane N.E.)
(Ward 1) ...................................................................................................... 1 - 3
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 11, 2002 PAGE 2
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
NEW BUSINESS:
2. Receive Bids and Award Contract for Repair of
WellNo. 12 ................................................................................................... 4- 6
3. Receive a Petition in Support of Street Improvement
ProjectNo. ST. 2002 - 1 ............................................................................... 7- 11
4. Resolution Ordering Final Plans and Specifications
and Estimates of Costs Thereof: Edgewater Gardens
Neighborhood Street Improvement Project No.
ST. 2002-1 ..................:................................................................................. 12 - 13
5. Resolution Requesting Municipal State Aid
System Construction Funds for Other Local Use .......................................... 14 - 15
6. Resolution Extending Survivor Benefits to
Members of the Consolidated Police Relief
Association................................................................................................... 16 - 17
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7. Resolution Authorizing an Amendment of the
Agreement Befinreen the City of Fridley and
Independent School District 14 for the Joint
Use of the Fridley Community Center ........................................................... 18 - 21
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FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 11, 2002 PAGE 3
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED):
8. Appointment - City Employee ....................................................................... 22
9. Claims .....................................................................:..................................... 23
10. Licenses ....................................................................................................... 24 - 26
11. Estimates ...................................................................................................... 27
ADOPTION OF AGENDA.
- OPEN FORUM, VISITORS: Consideration of items not on Agenda — 15 minutes. �
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FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 11, 2002 PAGE 4
NEW BUSINESS:
12. First Reading of an Ordinance Amending
Chapter 205 of the Fridley City Code
Pertaining to Exterior Storage Requirements ..................................................... 28 - 29
13. Informal Status Reports ..................................................................................... 30
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The City of Fridley will not discriminate against or harass anyone in the admission or access to, or treatment, or employment in its
services, programs, or activities because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, sexual
orientation or status with regard to public assistance. Upon request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities
to participate in any of Fridley's services, programs, and activities. Hearing impaired persons who need an interpreter or other persons
with disabilities who require auxiliary aids should contact Roberta Co(lins at 572-3500 at least one week in advance. (TTD/572-3534)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE.
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: ,' '�"
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OLD BUSINESS:
1. Second Reading of an Ordinance Under
Section 12.06 of the City Charter Declaring
Certain Real Estate to be Surplus and
Authorizing the Sale Thereof (Generally �
Located Near 1200 Cheri Lane N.E.) I„
(Ward 1) .................................. 1 - 3
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NEW BUSINESS:
2. Receive Bids and Award Contract for Repair of
Well No. 12 .................................. 4- 6
3. Receive a Petition in Support of
Street Improvement Project No.
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APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
NEW BUSINESS (CONTINUED):
5. Resolution Requesting Municipal State Aid
System Construction Funds for Other Local
Use .................1�;��•0�......... 14 -15
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6. Resolution Extending Survivor Benefits to
Members of the Consolidated Police Relief
Association .............�b�.�....... 16 -17
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7. Resolution Authorizing an Amendment of the
Agreement Between the City of Fridley and
Independent School District 14 for the
Joint Use of the Fridley Community
Center ................... .. ��/......... 18 — 21
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8. Appointment — City Employee ...... 22
9. Claims ......................................... 23
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10. Licenses
4. Resolution Ordering Final Plans and Specifications
and Estimates of Costs Thereof: /)(
Edgewater Gardens Neighborhood ��
Street Improvement Project No. '
ST. 2002-1 ................................... 12 -13 \ 11. Estimates ..............
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FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 11, 2002
ADOPTION OF AGENDA. �� ��� � � i }����
OPEN FORUM, VISITORS: Consideration of items not
on Agenda —15 minutes.
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NEW BUSINESS:
12. First Reading of an Ordinance Amending
Chapter 205 of the Fridley City Code
Pertaining to Exterior Storage
Requirements 28 - 2g
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13. Informal Status Reports ..................... 30
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THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL
OF JANUARY 28, 2002
The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order by Mayor Lund at 7:32
p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
_ Mayor Lund led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
ROLL CALL:
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Lund, Councilmember Barnette, Councilmember Bolkcom,
Councilmember Billings, Councilmember Wolfe.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
Councilmember Billings stated that he would like Item 4 removed and put on the regular agenda
for discussion.
Councilmember Bolkcom stated that she would like Item 2 removed and put on the regular
agenda for discussion.
MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to approve the proposed consent agenda as amended with
Items 2 and 4 put on the regular agenda. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
City Council Meeting of January 7, 2002.
APPROVED.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. RECEIVE THE MINUTES FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
OF JANUARY 2, 2002:
RECEIVED.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 28, 2002 PAGE 2
2. APPROVE COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PLAN FOR EAST RANCH ESTATES,
PHASE II, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 7610 IJ1vIVERSITY AVENUE N.E.
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THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED
ON THE REGULAR AGENDA.
3. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE AGREEMENT FOR
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES BETWEEN THE CENTER FOR ENERGY &
ENVIRONMENT AND THE CITY OF FRIDLEY:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that staff is asking that the agreement be extended an
additional yeaz or until CEE can wrap up work on pending housing rehabilitation
applications. Staff recommended Council's approval.
APPROVED AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE AGREEMENT FOR
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 9-2002 AUTHORIZING THE ANOKA COUNTY HOUSING
AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT A SPECIAL
PROJECT TO DISPOSE OF COUNTY-OWNED EXCESS RESIDENTIAL
PROPERTY LOCATED IN FRIDLEY:
THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED
ON THE REGULAR AGENDA.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 10-2002 ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS: 2002
MISCELLANEOUS CONCR�TE REPAIR, PROJECT NO. 344:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the resolution covers remedial concrete curb repair
as a result of utility work or driveway construction. Staff recommended Council's
approval.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 10-2002.
6. RESOLUTION NO. 11-2002 ORD�RING IMPROVEMENT, APPROVAL OF
PLANS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS: SANITARY AND
STORM SEWER LINING PROJECT NO. 345:
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Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that $135,000 has been budgeted for this project. Staff
recommended Council's approval.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO.11-2002.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 28, 2002 PAGE 3
7. RESOLUTION NO. 12-2002 ORDERING IMPROVEMENT, APPROVAL OF
PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR
BIDS: STREET IMPROVEMENT (SEALCOAT) PROJECT NO. ST. 2002-10:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this resolution authorizes bids for the City's 2002
sealcoating project. The amount of $100,000 has been budgeted for sealcoating City
streets in the west central portion of Fridley. The amount budgeted is down considerably
from prior years due to budget constraints. Staff recommended Council's approval.
ADOPTED RESOUTION NO. 12-2002.
8. RESOLUTION 13-2002 AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
REASSIGNMENT OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS FOR THE CIC NO. 80 TALIAS
TOWNHOMES:
Mr. Burns, City.Manager, stated that the special assessments included in this resolution
are the University Avenue Service Drive assessments for the townhomes recently built.
Since lot and block numbers are changing, Council is being asked to change the
assessment. Staff recommended Council's approval.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 13-2002.
9. APPROVE 2002 ANIMAL CONTROL CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
FRIDLEY AND THE BRIGHTON VETERINARY HOSPITAL:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this is an extension of the existing contract with
Brighton Veterinary Hospital in New Brighton. There are no changes in compensation or
terms of the agreement. Staff recommended Council's approval.
APPROVED 2002 ANIMAL CONTROL CONTRACT.
10. APPROVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY AND
GOVERNMENT & ENTERPRISE SERVICES:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that, the agreement would extend the contract for
� lobbying services associated with the Highway 65 and the 85�` Avenue bikeway walkway
projects and would cost $14,000. Staff recommended Council's approval.
APPROVED AGREEMENT WITH GOVERNMENT & ENTERPRISE
SERVICES.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 28, 2002 PAGE 4
11. APPROVE CITY OF FRIDLEY PAY EQUITY IMPLEMENTATION REPORT:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this report is required by the Minnesota Department
of Employee Relations. It is based on comparative pay for the City's male and female
dominated job classes. Staff recommended Council's approval.
APPROVED PAY EQUITY IMPLEMENTATION REPORTO.
12. APPOINTMENT - CITY EMPLOYEE:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that it is recommended that Jason Rustman be appointed
as Lead Liquor Store Clerk. He replaced Burt Dahlquist who retired. Jason has been a
part-time employee in the store since January of 1999. He recently completed his
Associate of Arts degree in business and financial management at North Hennepin
Community College. He has been an outstanding employee. Staff recommended
Council's approval.
APPOINTED THE APPOINTMENT OF JASON RUTSMAN TO LEAD LIQUOR
STORE CLERK.
13. CLAIMS:
APPROVED CLAIM NOS.103315-103662.
14. LICENSES:
APPROVED ALL LICENSES AS SUBMITTED.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to adopt the agenda as amended with Items 4 and 2
placed after Item 16. Seconded by Councilmember Wolfe.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
OPEN FORUM, VISITORS:
No persons in the audience spoke.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 28, 2002 PAGE 5
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
15. CONSIDERATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 205 OF THE
FRIDLEY CITY CODE PERTAINING TO EXTERIOR STORAGE
REQUIREMENTS (BOAT, CAMPER AND TRAILER PARKING):
MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to open the public hearing. Seconded by
Councilmember Billings.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 7:40 P.M.
Mr. Hickok, Community Development Director, stated that staff is requesting consideration of a
zoning text amendment that would change the City Code requirements for the pazking of non-
motorized camper trailers, boats, and utility trailers. In 1998, the City's systematic code
enforcement program revealed that a number of property owners were storing utility trailers and
camping trailers and boats in their front yards and on their driveways. Two variance requests
that were made in 1999 to store travel trailers in the front yard and on driveway were denied.
Mr. Hickok stated that on September 17, 2001, Council held a hearing to discuss the existing
ordinance and to allow residents to voice their opinions. Approximately 60 people spoke. The
majority of those who spoke owned camper trailers and were in favor of parking them on the
driveway seasonally. He stated that other cities have several different options regulating pazking
ranging from very simple to very complicated. Fridley allows outdoor storage on the side or rear
yard for non-motorized boats, trailers and campers. Motorized RV's are required to be parked on
a paved surface and that could be the driveway. Basically there are three options. Option 1
would be to leave the ordinance as is. Non-motorized storage is allowed beside or behind the
house. Motorized storage is allowed on the driveway. Option 2 would be to repeal the existing
language in the ordinance and simply allow outdoor storage in all portions of the yard in
residential districts. This is the easiest to enforce. Option 3 would allow non-motorized storage
in the front yard on a paved service.
Mr. Hickok stated that the Planning Commission held a public hearing on the proposed
ordinance at its meeting on January 2. The Planning Commission recommended ridding the
draft ordinance of the provision requiring that trailers not extend more than 25 feet in front of the
home. They suggested requiring that no portion of the trailer may be closer than 15 feet to the
back of the curb on a given lot. The motion to recommend approval passed on a 5 to 1 vote.
Changes to the language in the code would be under Exterior Storage. Staff recommended that
the proposed language for the third option be approved by the City Council and the first reading
of the ordinance be scheduled for February 1 l, 2002.
Ms. Donna Reisner, 6424 Pierce St. NE, asked if this would allow them to keep their camper
where it is.
Councilmember Wolfe stated that it would depend on which option was voted on.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 28, 2002 PAGE 6
Mr. Hickok sta.ted that they looked at aerial photography of the camper for a measurement.
There is 40 to 45 feet from the front of their house to the curb. Based on those measurements,
the camper can be placed on the front driveway.
Mayor Lund asked that if Section C-1 should say "motorized and non-motorized."
Mr. Hickok stated that the motorized vehicles are regulated by another portion of the code.
Mayor Lund asked if this was a deviation from the current code when people pazk their campers
on the side yard. He asked if they were required to put them on a hard surface.
Mr. Hickok stated that they are required only if it is motorized.
Councilmember Wolfe stated that this would be an easy option to choose because only a tape
measure would be needed to determine if there was enough room. .
Mayor Lund asked if most measurements would work with the public right-of-way.
Mr. Hickok sta.ted that rights-of-way range from 7.5 to 15 feet.
MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to close the public hearing. Seconded by Councilmember
Wolfe.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED AT 7:50 P.M.
16. CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST TO DECLARE A CERTAIN PARCEL OF
CITY-OWNED REAL ESTATE SURPLUS AND TO AUTHORIZE THE SALE
THEREOF, GENERALLY LOCATED NEAR 1200 CHERI LANE N E(WARD
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MOTION by Councilmember Billings to open the public hearing. Seconded by Councilmember
Bolkcom.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED AT 7:50 P.M.
Mr. Hickok, Community Development Director, stated that this is to a declare pazcel of property
adjacent to the Skywood Apartments near 1200 Cheri Lane N.E. excess and authorize its sale.
The property is owned by Dr. Alexander Levitan. The owners of the apartment complex
improved their parking situation and inadvertently placed parking curb and gutter over the area.
This is a recommendation to approve and authorize parcel as excess property and to approve its
sale based on certain conditions. They are recommending the elimination of one parking stall
that is on the public right-of-way. There is some parking in the curb area south of the area also.
Menard's is aware of the problem.
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Councilmember Billings asked if this parcel would be available to only one purchaser.
Mr. Hickok stated that the public hearing was being held to offer the opportunity for others to
speak.
Councilmember Billings asked if Menard's was sent notification.
Mr. Hickok stated that they had been sent notification.
Councilmember Billings asked if this was a good deal if they do not reach agreement with
Menard's regarding the little wedge of property south.
Mr. Hickok stated that it is a good deal because their circulation depends on that triangular piece
of land. If the situation with Menard's is not rectified, that is another issue with parking. This is
the optimum location in terms of curvature of the roadway and the location of the apartment
building. There may be parking issues internally to still work out.
Councilmember Billings asked if the square piece of land to the right of the triangular piece of
land was significant.
Mr. Hickok stated that it was outlined only to make a distinction between the different parcels.
There are three parcels in the legal description of the plat as well.
Councilmember Billings stated that if they do not reach agreement with Menard's, they do not
have a couple of parking stalls to deal with, they have a driveway to deal with also.
Mr. Hickok stated that was correct. The entire width of the drive is on Menard's property.
Mayor Lund stated that this is a significant encroachment on someone else's property. He does
not know how that came about.
Mr. Hickok stated that he cannot offer an answer to that.
Councilmember Billings stated that it is hazd to believe it is a mere oversight.
Councilmember Barnette stated that he recalled that Menard's was not there when the pazking lot
was first put in, and it has switched different owners.
MOTION by Councilmember Billings to close the public hearing. Seconded by Councilmember
Bolkcom.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CLOSED AT 8:00 P.M.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 28, 2002 PAGE 8
NEW BUSINESS:
4. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ANOKA COUNTY HOUSING AND
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO CARRY OUT A SPECIAL PROJECT TO
DISPOSE OF COUNTY-OWNED EXCESS RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY
LOCATED IN FRIDLEY:
Councilmember Billings asked if any properties have setbacks that are less than code allows.
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that at least one was on a non-conforming lot.
Councilmember Billings asked to what extent it was non-conforming and why would they want
to enter into an agreement to allow a non-conforming situation to exist. He asked if that was the
reason the Anoka County Highway Department did not purchase the homes in the first place
because we would not let them buy the strip of land from the property owner and create a non-
conforming property.
Mr. Hickok, Community Development Director, stated that in each case there are setback
deficiencies. One property is short by less than half a foot with respect to the proper setback.
There was discussion about the design of the project. The City was inclined to grant a variance
based on size and Council did not see movement toward making smaller lots sizes for the City.
The County asked if the Hugo property should ask for a variance. Staff were clear the variance
would not be granted. Staff suggested that the alternative was to recognize these properties as
non-conforming and see what the market would do if they were sold.
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that he is not sure it is the City's prerogative to deny use of the
property if they are non-conforming. The County Housing and Redevelopment Authority or the
County Highway Department would sell them without any restrictions on our part. The
consequence would be if the property would be destroyed by fire, they would lose the use of the
property.
Mr. Hickok stated that was true. They need to recognize non-conforming structures with
mortgage lenders and insurance companies. There are some very nice houses on these properties
that are viable.
Mr. Burns stated that they aze priced so a first-time home buyer may be able to purchase them.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked what kind of protection there is for someone with low to
moderate income when they buy these lots. Are they advertised as non-conforming? Are we
doing them an injustice and can we put something in here so people are aware of that?
Mr. Hickok stated that the City could certify the non-conformities on the property but in each
case the title insurance would find and describe them. We also keep the address file to show the
deficiencies.
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Councilmember Bolkcom stated that we need to do something to certify that they are non-
conforming. These properties are listed on the agenda but sometimes we shorten it so much that
people are not awaze of the exact properties. Those properties are listed as 461 Hugo St., 8102
Fairmont Circle, 8114 Fairmont Circle, 7948 East River Road, 8180 East River Road, 8200 East
River Road, and 510 Janesville Street. Once this resolution is passed, how do people find out
about these properties?
Mr. Hickok stated that the transaction between the Anoka County Housing and Redevelopment
Authority and the Anoka County Highway Department depends on whether the HRA can do this
in Fridley. The best bet would be for interested people to contact the Anoka County HRA. The
Anoka County HRA has a package of finance opportunities for first-time home buyers.
Councilmember Billings stated that he recollects the main reason the Anoka County Highway
Department purchased these homes in the first place is was that the City of Fridley told them it
would not approve the plans for East River Road. We would not allow them to buy a portion of
the property and create non-conforming properties. They are figuring that three years later we do
not remember what we did three years ago. The Anoka County HRA cannot operate in the City
without authorization from that City, and if this is voted on it needs additional language to
indicate that something must be attached to the land records of each pazcel regarding the non-
conformities.
Mr. Hickok stated that the County will recognize that properties were diminished. There is nice
housing there and they need to recognize it is non-conforming.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked Mr. Hickok if he knew exactly which non-conformities were on
every address. �
Mr. Hickok stated that he could tell the range that varies from a 17.25-foot side yard to a side
yard that has only inches between the house and the right-of-way edge. It ranges from that to
diminished side yazds such as the one on Hugo where the edge of the right-of-way comes up to
the corner of the house. The side yard setback there is much less than a foot.
Mr. Burns asked if there was legal leverage with the County to require them to tear this home
down.
Mr. Hickok stated that he is not aware of that.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked how these are different than the other homes that were non-
conforming that were either torn down or moved out. The one on the corner of 71 St and East
River Road had a very nice house.
Mr. Hickok stated that they ended up buying the entire house and in some cases the house is
actually sitting on the public right-of-way. They have the decision to move or take the house
down. They are now trying to decide what to do.
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Councilmember Bolkcom stated that the house on Hugo is right on the borderline. She asked if
we have some legal obligation for non-conforming homes that we aze treating differently than we
have in the past?
Mr. Knaak, City Attorney, stated that there is not an affirmative duty to take down non-
conforming structures. They cannot, however, be rebuilt if they are destroyed.
Councilmember Bolkcom stated that she would hate to see the house destroyed but she is
concerned about someone purchasing the property unawaze of the problem.
Councilmember Barnette stated that maybe this could be tabled and staff could work with the
County HRA to come up with language to protect the buyers.
Councilmember Bolkcom stated that they could go back and ask them the question of why this is
different than in the past.
Mr. Hickok stated that there is a broad spectrum of options here. The City could tell the County
it is not comfortable with this and ask what needs to be done to rectify the problem. The City
could file for each one of the properties at the County offices. Owners looking at the title work
would then see the properties as non-conforming.
Mr. Burns asked if it would be possible to get the County HRA to cooperate and take some
permanent action for advertisement for potential buyers.
Mr. Hickok stated that their mission is like our's. It is fair to ask if the County would make
known all those things.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked if they could table this item tonight.
Mr. Hickok stated that the County is interested in rectifying this matter as soon as possible. The
Hugo property needs to be taken caze of.
MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to table this resolution. Seconded by Councilmember
Billings.
Mayor Lund stated that it may be better to work with the County HRA rather than just vote no to
this motion. Unsuspecting buyers may still be in the same predicament.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE _
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 28, 2002 PAGE 11
2. APPROVE COMPREHENSIVE SIGN PLAN FOR EAST RANCH ESTATES,
PHASE II, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 7610 UNIVERSITY AVENUE
N.E.(WARD 3):
Councilmember Bolkcom asked if at the current time there was only one tenant. As the tenants
come forward, there would still have to be a sign permit pulled for each area. She said council is
approving the overall signage and plan for the whole project area.
Mr. Hickok stated that was correct. Any time there are three or more tenants, there needs to be
consistency in the signage. This approval tonight would make sure that happens.
MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to approve the comprehensive sign plan for East Ranch
Estates, Phase II. Seconded by Councilmember Wolfe.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNAlvIMOUSLY.
17. FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE UNDER SECTION 12.06 OF THE CITY
CHARTER DECLARING CERTAIN REAL ESTAE TO BE SURPLUS AND
AUTHORIZING THE SALE THEREOF (GENERALLY LOCATED NEAR 1200
CHERI LANE N.E.):
MOTION by Councilmember Billings to waive the reading and adopt the ordinance on first
reading with the following stipulations: 1. Dr. Levitan cover a11 filing fees associated with
transaction; 2. Parcel be combined with Dr. Levitan's existing property; 3. Dr. Levitan cover
City's costs associated with preparation of a quit claim deed; 4. Dr. Levitan and future owners
agree to stipulation on purchase, that this site not be used for telecommunications facilities and
equipment, beyond currently approved lines that exist below grade; 5. Dr. Levitan provide a
letter of intent and performance bond or cash deposit in the amount of $2,000 to ensure the
parking space overhanging the City's right-of-way is removed, curbing on that portion of parking
lot is reinstalled, and boulevazd area is restored by July 1, 2002. Seconded by Councilmember
Bolckom.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNAI�IIMOUSLY.
MOTION by Councilmember Billings to amend Section 4 of the ordinance as follows:
"The Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the necessary contracts and
deeds to affect the sale of the above-described real estate, for $1/square foot, to the
adjacent property owner, with the following conditions:
•��� Purchaser cover all filing fees associated with transaction.
• Parcel be combined with T�r r�<,:*�r'c purchaser's existing property.
•� r.�::� Purchaser cover City's costs associated with preparation of a quit claim
deed.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 28, 2002 PAGE 12
•��� Purchaser and future owners agree to stipulation on purchase, that this
site not be used for telecommunications facilities and equipment, beyond currently
approved lines that exist below grade.
•�.-� Purchaser provide a letter of intent and performance bond or cash deposit
in the amount of $2,000 to ensure the parking space overhanging the City's right-of-
way is removed, curbing on that portion of parking lot is reinstalled, and boulevard
area is restored by July 1, 2002.
•�t� Purchaser go through variance process to recognize sub-standazd parking
setbacks."
and an addition bullet added stating:
•"The sale shall be effective by July 1, 2003."
Seconded by Councilmember Barnette.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
Councilmember Billings stated that it should be clear it is offered for sale to the adjacent
property owner, not just anyone. He has a problem naming a particular purchaser in the
ordinance. He said a time constraint was needed so that 20 years from now someone cannot
come in and say that they can buy it for $1.00 per square foot. This is a one-time offer and needs
time conditions.
Councilmember Billings stated that they need enough time to negotiate and make a business
decision. He said they may decide to get all the stuff off the right-of-way, but if they are not able
to reach a reasonable settlement with Menard's about the driveway, this will allow them some
time to reach an agreement.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked what would happen if they do not go through with the whole
purchase.
Mr. Hickok stated it is clear that the City will abate it as a nuisance issue if not rectified through
this process.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE �
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
18. INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS:
Councilmember Billings stated that the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency has a proposal for
an adoption of a mixed housing development bill. He asked for an analysis of the proposal by
the next Council meeting.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 28, 2002 PAGE 13
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that it is an attempt to place the burden for affordable housing
on local government.
Mr. Hickok stated they could address that topic.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked what they were going to do with the application for the vacancy
on the Planning Commission.
Mr. Burns stated that he would find out how many applicants there are.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked if it was possible to review that before the next meeting.
Mr. Burns stated that they could.
ADJOURN:
MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Councilmember
Bolkcom.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
JANUARY 28, 2001, CITY COUNCIL MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:35 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Signe L. Johnson Scott J. Lund
Recording Secretary Mayor
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FRIDLEY
LEGISLATIVE ITEM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 11, 2002
Date: February 5, 2002
To: William Burns, City Manager ��
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From: Scott Hickok, Community Development Director
Paul Bolin, Planning Coordinator
Stacy Stromberg, Planner
Subject: 2nd Reading Of An Ordinance Declaring Certain Real Estate To Be Surplus
And Authorizing Sale Thereof.
M-02-16
INTRODUCTION
The Skywood Apartments, owned by Dr. Alexander A. Levitan, are located at 1200-
1290 Cheri Lane. The owners of Skywood Apartments had inadvertently expanded the
parking area for the apartments by expanding onto a 4,752 square foot triangle of City
owned property (without the City's consent) and, as a recently submitted survey
revealed to City Staff, Menards property.
All issues with expansion of the parking lot over the Menards property have been
resolved and Dr. Levitan has agreed to the City's conditions placed on the sale of this
property.
The parcel in question is not buildable as a stand-alone parcel and the City has no
plans for future use of this property.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends holding the 2nd reading of the ordinance declaring this property
surplus and selling the property for $1/ square foot, with the conditions listed in the
attached ordinance.
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE UNDER SECTION 12.06 OF THE CITY CHARTER
DECLARING CERTAIN REAL ESTATE TO BE SURPLUS AND
AUTHORIZING THE SALE THEREOF.
SECTION 1. The City of Fridley is the fee owner of the tract of land within the
City of Fridley, Anoka County, State of Minnesota, described as
follows:
All of Lot Five (5), Auditor's Subdivision No. 94, except that part
platted as Skywood Addition and except that part taken for
highway and except that part described as follows: Commencing
at a point on the South line of the North half of the South half of
the Southwest quarter of Section 24, where the South line of State
Highway #100 right of way intersects said line, thence West along
South line of North half of South half of Southwest quarter of
Section 24 a distance of Six Hundred Seventy Five (675) feet,
thence North at right angles a distance of One Hundred Twenty
Three (123) feet more or less to the intersection of said line with
the South right of way line of State Highway #100, thence
Southeasterly along said South right of way to point of beginning,
Anoka County, Minnesota.
SECTION 2. It is hereby determined by the City Council that the City no longer
has any reason to continue to own said property, and the City
Council is hereby authorized to sell or enter into a contract to sell
said property.
SECTION 3. The Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to sign the
necessary contracts and deeds to affect the sale of the above-
described real estate, for $1 /square foot, to the adj acent property
owner, with the following conditions:
• Purchaser cover all filing fees associated with transaction.
• Parcel be combined with Purchaser's existing property.
• Purchaser cover City's costs associated with preparation of a
quit claim deed.
• Purchaser and future owners agree to stipulation on purchase,
that this site not be used for telecommunications facilities and
equipment, beyond currently approved lines that exist below
grade.
• Purchaser provide a letter of intent and performance bond or
cash deposit in the amount of $2,000 to ensure the parking
space overhanging the City's right-of-way is removed, curbing
on that portion of parking lot is reinstalled, and boulevard area
is restored by July l, 2002.
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• Purchser go through variance process to recognize sub-
standard pazking setbacks.
• The sale shall be effective by July 1, 2003.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FRIDLEY THIS OF , 2002.
ATTEST:
DEBRA A. SKOGEN — CITY CLERK
First Reading: January 28, 2002
Second Reading:
Publication:
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SCOTT J. LUND — MAYOR
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AGENDA ITEM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 11, 2002
William W. Burns, Ci Mana er �
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Jon H.�Haukaas, Public Works Director
Paul Lawrence, Public Works Superintendent
January 31, 2002
Well Number 12 Repair
PW02-015
$65,000.00 has been appropriated in the FY 2002 capital improvement budget for the repair
of Well No. 1 and Well No. 12. In December of 2001 Well No. 10 failed and the repair of Well
No. 10 originally scheduled for FY 2003 was substituted for repair of Well No. 1. Well No. 1
has been rescheduled for repair in FY 2003.
The repair of Well No. 10 is scheduled for completion the first week in February for about
$20,000.00.
On January 29`� three bids were received for the repair of Well No. 12, with the following
results: Bergerson-Caswell for $22,681.00, Keys Wel� Drilling for $22,850.00 and Traut Wells
for �37,615.00. Bergerson-Gaswell has performed qualiry work for the City in the past.
Bergerson-Caswell can begin work a few days after award and complete the work before the
end of March. The work can be completed on both wells for an amount much less than the
budget available.
Recommend the City Council receive the bids and award the contract to Bergerson-Caswell in
the amount of $22,681.00.
Attachments
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B[D FOR PROPOSALS
REPAIR OF WELL NO. 12
JAI�iUARY 29, 2002, 11:00 A.M.
Bergerson Caswell CNA 5% $22,681 Start: Feb
S 115 Industrial Complete: Mazch
Maple Plain MN 55359
Keys Well Drilling Capital 5% $22,850
413 N Lexington Parkway
St Paul MN 55104
Traut Wells United 5% $37,615
151 72nd Ave
St Cloud MN 56301
E H Renner NO BID
15688 Jarvis
Elk River MN 55330
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5 YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
BUDGET 2002
City of F�idley As of 10/31/01
State of Minnesota
Water Capital Improvements
2001
Well repair # 5 8� 9
•• Replace 400 ft Watertnain on Rice Creek Blvd
• Replace Roof on Wellhouse #8
Eliminated dead end lines - Hilicrest Dr to Femdale
SVeet Project - wateRnain replacement
Total
2002
Repair weil # 1 8� 12
Street Project - watertnain replacement
Hickory Dr wateRnain replacement - 69th Way to 70th Cir.
Replace back wash electronics at Commons
Commons Plant Recycie Vault Floor Modifications
Irragation System at Commons Filter Plant
Total
2003
Repair well # 10 8� 11
Street Project - watermain replacement
Interior repair, exterior inspection repair 8� painting
of 1 1/2 MG standpipe at 53rd 8 Johnson St.
' Reconstruct water line 73rd & 73 1/2 {Salvage Yard Redevelop)
(with HRA)
Commons Park GAC Plant (Superfund Dollars/Grant)
' Repair Shop & Storage Building
' Hartman Circle Loop
Total
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65,000
50,000
10,000
10,000
200,000
3S 35,000
65,000
100,000
100,000
40,000
30,000
20,000
355 000
65,000
100,000
100,000
50,000
6,000,000
300,000
50,000
� 6,665,000
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AGENDA ITEM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 11, 2002
TO: William W. Burns, City Manager ,, a
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FROM: Jon H�Haukaas, Public Works Director
DATE:
SUBJECT:
January 24, 2002
PW02-012
Petitions for ST 2002 - 1 Edgewater Gardens Neighborhood Street Project
We have received a petition from the Edgewater Gardens neighborhood requesting the Ciry
upgrade the streets in their area. Joy Glaser of 16 Rice Creek Way agreed to walk this petition
during the Public Hearing at the December 17, 2001 City Council meeting.
Mrs. Glaser visited 45 of the 106 residences in the neighborhood and found a lot of support
for the project. The petition shows 43 properties in favor of the project and one resident
signing against the project. Mrs. Glaser noted that only one other properry she visited would
not sign the petition requesting the project.
Recommend the Ciry Council receive the petition in support of the Edgewater Gardens
Neighborhood Street Improvement Project No. ST. 2002 - 1.
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Attachment
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PETITION IN SUPPORT OF STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. ST. 2002 -1
WHEREAS the City proposes to upgrade Rice Creek Way, Hickory Street, Ashton Avenue, 65 �i`z Way, 66`�
Way, 66 �/z Way and 67`h Way in the 2002 stfeet improvement project, and
WHEREAS we have received information on this submittal and support this improvement. �Ve .hereby
request that the City continue the plans and specifications and initiate this project for .a �yeaz's
construction.
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PETITION IN SUPPORT OF STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. ST. 2002.-1
WHEREAS the City proposes to upgrade Rice Creek Way, Hickory Street, Ashton Avenue, 65 �r`iWay, 66`�
Way, 66 �`i Way and 67`� Way in the 2002 street improvement project, and
WHEREAS we have received information on this submittal and support this improvement. ��.hereby
request that the City continue the plans and specifications and initiate this project for year's
construction.
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PETITION IN SUPPORT UF STREET I�iPROVEMENT PRnJECT �'O. ST. 2l)U2 -1
WHEREAS the Gity proposes to upgrade R.ice Creek Way, Hickory Street, Ashton Avenue, 6S �i Way, 66"
Way, 66 �fi Way and 67`h Way in the 2002 street improvernen[ project, aald
WHEREAS we have received informarion on this submittal and support this imp�ovement. e hereby
request that the City continue the plans and specifieauons and initiate this project forf���ear's
construction.
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PETITION IN SUPPORT OE STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. ST. 2002 -1
VVHEREAS the City proposes to upgrade Rice Creek Way, Hickory Street, Ashton Avenue, 65 �`z VVay, 66`"
Way, 66 �/z Way and 67`� Way in the 200? street impravement project, and
WHEREAS we have received informarion on this suomittal and support this improvemeat. �'4�e.hereby
request that the City continue the plans and spe�ifications and initiate this ptoject for year's
construction.
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DATE:
AGENDA ITEM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 11, 2002
William W. Burns, City Manaaer (�N
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Jon H. Haukaas, Public Works Director
January 24, 2002
SUBJECT: Resolution Ordering Final Plans: Project No. ST. 2002 - 1
PW02-014
The attached resolution orders the iinal plans, specifications and cost estimates for the
Edgewater Gardens Neighborhood Street Improvement Project No. ST. 2002 - 1.
Recommend the Gity Council adopt the resolution to proceed into final design of the project.
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Attachment
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RESOLUTION NO. - 2002
A RESOLUTION ORDERING FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATES OF
COSTS THEREOF: EDGEWATER GARDENS NEIGHBORHOOD STREET IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT N0. ST. 2002 - 1
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 38 - 2001 ordered the preliminary plans,
specifications and estimates of the costs thereof for the improvements in
this project, and
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 62 - 2001 receiving the preliminary report and
called for a public hearing on the matter of the construction of certain
" improvements for this project, and
WHEREAS, a public hearing was held on December 17, 2001 regarding this
project, and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined a need to reconstruct the streets
to maintain them in a safe condition and at a reasonable cost.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Fridley,
Anoka County, Minnesota, as follows:
1. That the following improvements proposed by Council Resolution 38 -2001
are hereby ordered to be effected and completed as soon as reasonably
possible, to-wit:
Street improvements including grading, stabilized base, hot-mix
bituminous mat, concrete curb and gutter, necessary repairs to the
storm, water and sanitary sewer systems, landscaping and other
facilities.
2. That the following work be incorporated in the 2002 street improvement
project as ST. 2002 - l.
3. That the work to be performed under this project may be performed under
one or more contracts as may be deemed advisable upon receipt of bids.
4. That the Director of Public Works, Jon H. Haukaas, is hereby designated
as the engineer for this improvement. He shall prepare plans and
specifications and estimates of costs thereof for the making of such
improvements.
_ PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS 11TH DAY
OF FEBRUARY, 2002.
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Attested:
DEBRA A. SKOGEN - CITY CLERK
SCOTT J. LUND - MAYOR
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FRIDLEIf
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT
AGENDA ITEM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRVARY 11, 2002
William W. Burns, City Manager���
Jon H. H'a� Public Works Director
January 24, 2002
Resolution for Use of MSAS Funds
PW02-013
In order to be eligible to use our Municipal State Aid System funds on our neighborhood
streets, MN rules 8820.1800 requires the City Council request this use by resolution.
The attached resolution requests disbursement of the City's population portion of the
Municipal State Aid System construction funds for the proposed Edgewater Gardens
Neighborhood Street Improvement Project No. ST. 2002 - 1.
Recommend the City Council adopt the attached resolution for submittal to the State Aid
Office.
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Attachment
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RESOLUTION NO. -'2002
RESOLUTION REQUE3TING MUNICIPAL STATE AID 3YSTEM CON3TRUCTION FUND3 FOR
OTHER LOCAL USE
WHEREAS the City of Fridley receives Municipal State Aid System (MSAS) funds
for construction and maintaining 20�5 of its City streets, and
WHEREAS 25.31 MSAS miles are currently authorized, and
WHEREAS 25.22 MSAS streets have been built or resurfaced since 1988, and
. WHEREAS the City currently has 100.32 municipal streets that require
maintenance and upgrade, and
WHEREAS the majority of these streets have insufficient strength and poor
surface drainage, and
WHEREAS it is proposed to systematically install concrete curb and gutters
and storm sewer system for improved surface water drainage and additional
strength to the streets for traffic survivability, and
WHEREAS the City State Aid routes are improved to State Aid standards and are
in an adequate condition that they do not have needs other than additional
surfacing, and
WHEREAS it is authorized by MN Rules 8820.1800 to use part of the MSAS
construction appropriation of our City's State Aid allocation on local
streets not on the approved State Aid system, and
WHEREAS the City proposes to improve surface water drainage and rebuild the
street in the process, and
WHEREAS it is proposed to use a portion of the City's population allocation
funds to upgrade local streets, towit: Rice Creek Way, Hickory Street,
Ashton Avenue, 65 '-� Way, 66t'' Way, 66 '� Way, and 67th Way, identified as City
Project No. ST. 2002 - 1, and
WHEREAS the City indemnifies saves and holds harmless the State of Minnesota
and its agents and employees from claims, demands, actions or causes of
action arising out of or by reason or matter related to constructing the
local street as designed, and
WHEREAS the City further aqrees to defend at its sole cost any claims arising
as a result of constructing the local street, and
- WHEREAS the final approval of the State Aid for Local Transportation Division
is therefore given.
- NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Fridley, Anoka County,
Minnesota, requests the release of MSAS funds for the upgrade and
reconstruction of City municipal streets, towit: Rice Creek Way, Hickory
Street, Ashton Avenue, 65 '� Way, 66th Way, 66 '-� Way, and 67th Way, identified
as City Project No. ST. 2002 - 1.
PASSSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS 11H DAY
FEBRUARY, 2002.
ATTESTED:
DEBRA A. SKOGEN - CITY CLERK
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SCOTT J. LUND - MAYOR
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TO:
FROM:
AGENDA ITEM
COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 11, 2002
WILLIAM W. BURNS, CITYMANAGER
RICHARD D. PRIBYL, FINANCE DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: BAC%GROUND RELATED TO THE RESOLUTION THAT EXTENDS
SiIRVIVOR BENEFITS TO THE CONSOLIDATED POLICE PENSION
ASSOCIATION.
Date: February 7, 2002
In 1994, the Minnesota State Legislature enacted a law that would extend survivor benefits for a
surviving spouse who married a retired or deferred member of a police relief association or its
successor boazd. The retiree must have remairied at least 5 years before his or her death. When this
bill was enacted, no one under the Police Pension was interested enough to pursue this with either the
Public Safety Director or myself. As such, time passed without any action from the City enabling
this type of survivor benefit.
In the fall of 2000, we were contacted by Ms. Ann Walter. She is the daughter of the spouse of Jim
Sprungman, who is a retiree of our Police Department under the old pension plan. Her mother
married Mr. Sprungman a$er his retirement. Mr. Sprungman is one of the last two members that are
associated with the old benefit structure provided for under the old pension plan. When we
consolidated, they opted for continuing benefits as provided for under the private pension plan
instead of the features provided for under the Police and Fire PERA plan. Ms. Walter was concerned
about her mother's future financial situation in the event of Mr. Sprungman's death. She was aware
of the 1994 law change and knew that if the City were to enact the legislation her mother would be
covered.
I have contacted Ms. Mary Vanek from PERA regarding this issue. I did this to insure that if the City
Council enacted a resolution to invoke the survivor benefit allowed under the 1994 law change, it
would not be responsible for any additional financial liability. We ha.ve contacted the actuary that
performed the financial study when our consolidation occurred with PERA and found that they had
determined maximum financial expose and assumed that both individuals would use survivor
benefits. This means that PERA took enough money from the funds the City provided at
consolidation to fund the extended benefit provided for under the 1994 law.
Since this action does not provide any financial burden to the City of Fridley, and it does help with
the future fmancial independence of Ms. Jim Sprungman, Staff is recommending the attached
resolution.
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Attachment
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RESOLUTION NO. ,2002
A RESOLUTION EXTENDING SURVIVOR BENEFITS TO MEMBERS OF THE
CONSOLIDATED POLICE RELIEF ASSOCIATION
WHEREAS, the C'ity Council of the City of Fridley is the official governing body of the City of
Fridley; and
WHEREAS, in 19�94 the Minnesota Legislature enacted Laws of Minnesota 1994, Chapter 528,
Article 6, which pr��vides pension benefits for a surviving spouse who married a retired or deferred
member of a police relief association or its successor boazd after the member's retirement but at lease
five years before thE� member's death; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has been informed by PERA, that the actuarial analysis completed at
the time of consolidation, included costs associated with providing the remaining two retirees with
the survivor benefit cost; and
WHEREAS, the Ciity Council finds that approval of this legislation will not constitute any additional
fmancial burden on the City and will promote equity in the distribution of survivor pension benefits;
and
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that the City Council of the City of Fridley approves+- the
Laws of Minnesota 1994, Chapter 528, Article 6 and directs the City Clerk to send a copy of this
Resolution to the E:Kecutive Director of the Legislative Commission on Pensions and Retirement, the
State Auditor, the S�ecretary of State and the Executive Director of the Public Employees Retirement
Association.
PASSED AND AD��PTED BY TI� CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY FRIDLEY THIS
DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2002.
ATTEST:
DEBRA A. SKOGEN — CITY CLERK
SCOTT J. LUND — MAYOR
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` AGENDA ITEM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 11, 2002
ClIY OF
FRIDLEY
To: William W. Burns, City Manager �1
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From: Jack Kirk, Director of Recreation and Natural Resources
Date: February 4, 2002
Re: FCC Agreement
Attached is a resolution which authorizes approval of a Letter of Understanding to amend the
1996 Agreement between the City of Fridley and Independent School District 14 for the
cooperative use of the Fridley Community Center. This Letter of Understanding has been
reviewed and agreed to by Jackie Johnston (District 14 Community Education Director) and
myself after several meetings to work out the details. I know that you and School District
Superintendent Dr. Mary Ann Nelson have also been part of the discussions on this Letter of
Understanding, and are both in agreement that it is now ready for signatures.
The letter has the City agreeing to help, for the next two years, fund the increasing operating
costs of the Fridley Community Center at a greater level than the original agreement of 1996.
The City will contribute an additional $26,000 per year to help with higher operating
expenditures, the facility supervisor's salary and an additional half-time weekend custodian
position.
The School District has agreed that it will not raise the rental fees for the rooms that the City
has contributed toward remodeling or construction of for at least the two-year time frame of
this amendment to the agreement.
The cap on the City contribution toward shared operating costs will be eliminated with the
new agreement, as we will be adjusting the dollars paid by the City to reflect the fluctuations
(up and down) in the energy costs incurred at the FCC.
These are the main points in the agreement with the School District and I believe this new
agreement will help us operate a better for facility for community use. I would recommend
that the City Council approve the resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Manager to sign
the Letter of Understanding to amend the 1996 FCC Agreement with the Fridley School
District.
Attachment
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RESOLUTION NO. - 2002
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT OF THE
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FRIDLEY AND
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 14 FOR THE JOINT
USE OF THE FRIDLEY CONIlVIUNITY CENTER
WHEREAS, the City of Fridley entered into a Joint Cooperative Agreement with Independent
School District No. 14, Fridley, Minnesota, on September 17, 1996, for the joint use of the Fridley
Community Education Center, subsequently renamed Fridley Community Center (FCC), located at
6085 Seventh Street N.E.; and
WHEREAS, the original 1996 signed agreement continues to be a symbol of continued
collaboration that has provided expanded services for the citizens of Fridley through a creative and
innovative partnership. The City and School District continue to celebrate the spirit of good faith
and cooperation that has mazked this 30-year agreement, first signed in 1996 and amended herein in
2002; and
WHEREAS, joint review of the FCC operating history by City and School District staff has
revealed that State, City and School District funding sources are inadequate for the future operation
of the Fridley Community Center, and
WHEREAS, the City and the School District share the operating costs of the Fridley Community
Center,
NOW, THERI?FORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Fridley authorizes
an amendment to the Joint Cooperative Agreement between the City of Fridley and Independent
School District No. 14, Fridley, and authorizes the Mayor and City Manager to execute any and all
necessary dociunents to effect the stated purpose of this resolution.
PASSED AI�iI) ADOPTED BY TI� CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS
DAY OF , 2002.
ATTEST:
DEBRA A. SkOGEN - CITY CLERK
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SCOTT J. LUND - MAYOR
January, 2002 Letter of Understanding
Amendment to the 1996 Agreement between
School District 14 and the City of Fridley
for the
Fridley Community Center
This agreement was reached in a joint meeting between the Fridley School District 14
School Board and the City of Fridley City Council on August 20, 2001. This document was
formally approved at follow-up business meetings for each group and signed/dated by
both parties below.
WHEREAS, in 1996 the City of Fridley and the Fridley School District entered into an
unprecedented joint powers agreement to share the Fridley Community Center (FCC) site in a
manner that maximizes the use of facilities for the benefit of the Fridley community;
WHEREAS, the original 1996 signed agreement continues to be a symbol of continued
collaboration that has provided expanded services for the citizens of Fridley through a creative
and innovative partnership. The City and School District continue to celebrate the spirit of good
faith and cooperation that has marked this 30-year agreement, first signed in 1996 and amended
herein in 2002.
WHEREAS, joint review of the FCC operating history by City and School District staff has
revealed that State, City and School District funding sources are inadequate for the future
operation of the Fridley Community Center, and
Whereas, the City and the School District share the operating costs of the Fridley Community
Center,
THEREFORE, BE /T RESOLVED that School District 14 and the City of Fridley have agreed that
the City will amend the original agreement as follows:
A. Additional City Contributions. The City will pledge an additional $26,000 per year for two
years. The City will make monthly payments beginning in January 2002. The funding will be
used for the following operating costs:
1. $5,000 toward existing operating costs
2. $3,000 toward a portion of the facility supervisor's salary
3. $18,000 toward a half-time custodian assigned to weekend hours".
*The custodial position will begin January 1, 2002 and extend through December 31,
2003.
B. FCC Community Use Expanded. The added part-time custodian will be assigned to
weekend hours to further expand community use of the Fridley Community Center. As a
result, the Fridley Community Center will be open on Saturday and Sunday, in addition to
regular Friday hours. The City and the School District recognize, however, that they will
cooperate in adjusting janitorial hours as may be necessary to accommodate program needs.
The School District agrees that it will not raise rental fees for the gymnasium, the kitchen or
other parts of the building where the City has contributed to remodeling or new construction
prior to December 31, 2003. It agrees further that weekend rental fees will not include extra
fees for a custodial salary, subject to the following exception. If the requested hours of use
fall outside of the designated work hours covered by the part-time custodian, fees will be
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charged to pay for the required staff member and/or supervision during those requested
hours of facility use rental.
C. Level of Custodial Services. The School District pledges to allocate the extra cleaning
hours across all FCC maintenance staff and to supervise staff work so as to provide
satisfactory cleaning services to the lower level of the FCC, as well as to the whole facility.
The past concerns about inadequate cleaning services available to the lower level will thus
be resolved. City and School District staff will cooperate in monitoring the acceptability of
services.
D. Shared Operating Costs. The current cap on City contribution increases toward the shared
operating costs for the FCC will be eliminated in the agreement, effective with the July 1 start
of the 2001-02 school fiscal year. Further, the energy portion of the City's operating
contribution for fuel oil, electricity and natural gas will be adjusted at the end of each fiscal
year based on the difference between the projected City budget expenditures and actual end-
of-year School District expenditures. If the City contributes more than what was actually
spent by the District for energy costs during the school fiscal year, the City will receive a
refund of overpayment from the District. If more is actually spent on energy costs by the
District than was budgeted by the City, the City will pay the difference to the School District.
This agreement will be considered in effect on the date when both
parties have signed it below.
Signed into effect on this day, the
Scott J. Lund
Mayor, City of Fridley
Dr. William B. Burns
Fridley City Manager
of , 2002.
Lary Johnson
Chair, Fridley School Board
Dr. Mary Ann Nelson
Fridley District 14 Superintendent of Schools
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AGENDA ITEM
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Lynn E.
Krachmer
Appointment
Position
Appraiser
Starting
Salary
$22.26
per hour
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Starting
Date
March 4,
2002
Replaces
Mary Smith
(Promoted to
City Assessor)
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Type of License:
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Quiznos Subs
7610 University Ave NE
Fridley, MN 55432
LICENSES
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Josh Ellis Public Safety
Fire Inspector
Community Development
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Fee:
$45
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Cifiy of
Fridle
Gas Services
Schimmelman Sean Contracting
18760 Peridot St NW
Anoka MN 55303-
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Schimmelman Sean Contracting
18760 Peridot St NW
Anoka MN 55303-
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Sean Schimmelman
Sean Schimmelman
Masonrv
Pladson Concrete 8� Masonry Inc
6220 169 Lane NW Craig Pladson
Anoka MN 55303-
Plumbina
Aquastar Plumbing 8 Heating Inc
24630 114 St Joseph Frasier
Zimmerman MN 55348-8749
B& D Plumbing 8 Heating
4091 Maclver Ave NE Dennis Daleiden
St Michael MN 55376
Backdahl 8� Olson Plumbing 8� Heating Co
3157 Chicago Ave S Rich Olson
Minneapolis MN 55407-
Culligan Soft Water Service Co (Water Softener Only)
6030 Culligan Way John Packard
Minnetonka MN 55345
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A�nroved By;
Ron Julkowski
Building Official
Ron Julkowski
Building Official
Ron Julkowski
Building Official
State of MN
State of MN
State of MN
State of MN
Lakeland Mechanical Inc
9060 Zachary Lane N
Maple Grove MN 55369-
M& W Water 8 Sewer Inc
2760 183 Lane
Cedar MN 55011-
Nowthen Plumbing
22311 Nonis Lake Rd NW
Anoka MN 55303-9647
Zeil Plumbing Inc
8920 27 St N
Lake Elmo MN 55042-
Sian Erector
Juleen Designs Inc
4137 Woodland Rd
Lexington MN 55014-
Sign Language
6237 University Ave NE
Fridley MN 55432
Signsations
2140 Energy Park Dr STE D
St Paul MN 55108-
Spectrum Sign Systems Inc
5680 Flint Trail
Wyoming MN 55092-8010
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Jeff Boettcher
Leslie Zell
Rick Juleen
Jim Golden
Eric Carlson
Rick Ferraro
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Annroved Bv:
State of MN
State of MN
State of MN
State of MN
Ron Julkowski
Building Official
Ron Julkowski
Building Official
Ron Julkowski
Building Official
Ron Julkowski
Building Official
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GT'Y OF
FRIDLEY
ESTIMATES
Floors by Beckers
805 First Street N.W.
New Brighton, NIN 55112
Recarpeting the Municipal Center
Project No. 339
FINAL ESTIMATE ................................................................................... $2,475.00
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To:
Agenda Item
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February 6, 2002
William Burns, City Manager
From: Scott Hickok, Community Development Director
Paul Bolin, Planning Coordinator
Stacy Stromberg, Planner
Subject: 1� Reading of Ordinance Changing Boat, Camper, and Trailer Parking
M-02-17
BACKGROUND
The purpose of this memo is to provide the background necessary to consider changes to the
City's current requirements on the parking of non-motorized camping trailers, boats, & utility
trailers. During the summer of 1998, the City's systematic code enforcement program
revealed that a number of property owners were storing utility trailers, camping trailers, and
boats in their front yards and on their driveways. The extent of these code violations led to
discussion and to survey questions on the 1999 & 2001 Citizen Survey and the 2000 Council /
Commission Survey and also to two variance �equests to this code section. Both variances
were denied.
On September 17, 2001, the City Council held a public hearing to discuss the existing
ordinance and allow residents to voice their opinions on the issue. Approximately 16 people
spoke, the majority of them owned camper trailers and were in favor of allowing these trailers
to be parked on the driveway, at least seasonally.
The Planning Commission held a public hearing on January 2, 2002, to gather information
and make a recommendation on the proposed ordinance change. The motion to recommend
approval of the proposed ordinance change passed on a 5-1 vote.
The City Council held an additional public hearing on the proposed ordinance change on
January 28, 2002.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends holding the first reading of the proposed ordinance change.
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Ordinance No.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 205 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE
PERTAINING TO EXTERIOR STORAGE REQUIREMENTS.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY HEREBY FINDS AND ORDAINS,
AFTER REVIEW, EXAMINATION AND STAFF RECOMMENDATION THAT CHAPTER
205, ZOI�]ING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE BE AMENDED AS FOLLOWS:
Section 205.07.06.0 EXTERIOR STORAGE
C. Exterior Storage
(1) Nothing shall be stored in the required front yard, with the exception of
boats, non-motorized camping trailers, and utilitv trailers provided they
are located on an approved hard surface and no portion of said trailer
extends closer than 15' to the back of the curb. In no case shall said trailer
encroach on the public right of way.
(2) All materials shall be kept in a building or shall be fully screened, so as to
not be visible from any public right-of-way except for stacked firewood
, in the side or rear vard. Boats,
non-motorized camping trailers, and utilitv trailers stored in the side or
rear vard are not required to be located on a hard surface drive.
(3) The City shall require a Special Use Pernut for any exterior storage of
materials, except for C 1 and (2) above.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS
DAY OF , 2002.
A TTEST:
DEBRA A. SKOGEN — CITY CLERK
Public Hearing:
First Reading:
Second Reading:
Publicarion:
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SCOTT J. LUND - MAYOR
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