05/06/2002 - 00024384THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL
OF MAY 6, 2002
The regular meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order by Mayor Lund at 8:31 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.
PROCLAMATIONS:
Peace Officers Memorial Dav - Mav I5, 2002
Mayor Lund stated that Fridley police officers will join all U. S. peace officers and the families of
their recently fallen comrades to honor those officers and all others who have died.
Mr. Don Abbott, Captain, Fridley Police Department, stated that he wanted to thank Council on
behalf of the Fridley Police Department. Fridley has never lost an officer, but has come close. It
is also important to remember those individuals whose careers have been cut short due to job-
related injuries. The Minnesota Law Enforcement Memorial Association is hosting its annual
candlelight service on the State Capitol grounds, on Wednesday, May 15 at 7:30 p.m. Everyone
is welcome to attend.
Mr. Burns asked Mr. Abbott if he was one of the founders of the organization.
Mr. Abbott stated that was correct and has served as President of the organization for the past
five years.
Veterans' Buddv Poppv Dav - Mav 17, 2002
Mayor Lund stated that the basic purpose of the annual sale of Buddy Poppies by the Veterans of
Foreign Wars is eloquently reflected in the desire to "Honor the Dead by Helping the Living".
Cathy and Tim Arnold, stated they would like to thank Council on behalf of the Veterans of
Foreign Wars.
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APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to approve the proposed consent agenda with the addition
of the letter received by Jon Haukaas, Public Works Director. 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 Apri122, 2002
APPROVED.
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
NEW BUSINESS:
1. RECEIVE THE PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES OF APRIL 17, 2002:
RECEIVED.
2. SPECIAL USE PERMIT REQUEST, SP #02-06, BY BARRY SEABERG, TO
ALLOW A SECOND ACCESSORY STRUCTURE (GARAGE) FOR STORAGE
PURPOSES, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 6716 JEFFERSON STREET N.E.:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the proposed accessory structure is 988 square feet.
The structure will be used for parking and storage. The Planning Commission gave its
unanimous approval subject to six stipulations. Staff recommended Council's approval.
MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to receive the letter from Jon Haukaas dated
April 12 in relation to the small lot runoff from the garage addition. Seconded by
Councilmember Barnette.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
APPROVED SPECIAL USE PERMIT REQUEST, SP #02-06 WITH THE
FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS: (1) PETITIONER SHALL INSTALL CODE
REQUIRED HARD SURFACE DRIVEWAY WITHIN TWELVE MONTHS OF
ISSUANCE OF A BUILDING PERMIT; (2) PETITIONER SHALL OBTAIN ALL
NECESSARY BUILDING PERMITS PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION; (3) THE
STRUCTURE SHALL NOT BE USED FOR A HOME OCCUPATION OR
LIVING AREA; (4) ALL VEHICLES SHALL BE STORED ON A HARD
SURFACE AS APPROVED BY THE CITY; (5) TOTAL SQUARE FOOTAGE OF
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ALL ACCESSORY STRUCTURES MUST NOT EXCEED 1,400 SQUARE FEET;
AND (6) GARAGE SHALL BE ARCHITECTURALLY COMPATIBLE WITH
EXISTING HOME AND FINISHED WITH A COMPLEMENTARY SIDING AND
COLOR SCHEME.
3. PRELIMINARY PLAT REQUEST, PS #02-02, BY THE CITY OF FRIDLEY, TO
REPLAT PROPERTY, GENERALLY LOCATED NORTH OF 61ST AVENUE,
EAST OF 7TH STREET, SOUTH OF 63RD AVENUE AND WEST OF JACKSON
STREET (WARD 1):
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this establishes legal descriptions for the property
owned by the City and the School District No. 14. Legal descriptions were approved by
the City in 1996 and were never recorded within the required 6 months. The property is
bounded by 7th Street and 61st Avenue on the west and south. There is a complicated
boundary on the north and east. The property contains Commons Park, and the City well
field treatment plant, and the middle school. The resolution approving the swapping of
the property would be forthcoming at the ne�t meeting.
APPROVED PRELIMINARY PLAT REQUEST, PS #02-02.
4. RESOLUTION NO. 30-2002 AUTHORIZING SIGNING AN EMPLOYMENT
AGREEMENT BETWEEN CERTAIN EMPLOYEES REPRESENTED BY
LOCAL NO. 1986:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated this is a one-year contract for the remainder of 2002.
COLA allowance and health insurance benefits made available to other City employees
were accepted with a four percent (4%) increase. It also provides an increase in the
uniform allowance of 4 percent, additional holiday pay, and bereavement leave. The
contract will cover three firefighters. Staff recommends Council's approval.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 30-2002.
5. RESOLUTION NO. 31-2002 IN SUPPORT OF AN APPLICATION FOR A
MINNESOTA LAWFUL GAMBLING PREMISE PERMIT FOR THE CHURCH
OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION (KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, 6831
HIGHWAY 65 N.E.):
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this is a two year renewal which expires on July 1,
2002. Staff recommends Council's approval.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 31-2002.
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6. MOTION TO ACCEPT PLANS AND AUTHORIZE ADVERTISEMENT FOR
BIDS FOR THE HARTMAN CIRCLE WATERMAIN LOOP PROJECT NO. 347:
Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the replacement of the Hartman Circle water main
loop will be done in conjunction with the County's resurfacing of the road in the summer.
Plans have been completed and County staff will preliminarily review them. The
neighborhood meeting will occur on May 7 at the Fridley Municipal Center at 7:00 p.m.
Staff recommends Council's approval.
APPROVED.
7. CLAIMS:
APPROVED CLAIM NOS. 104977-105162.
8. LICENSES:
APPROVED ALL LICENSES AS SUBMITTED.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to adopt the Agenda as presented. Seconded by
Councilmember Bolkcom.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
OPEN FORUM, VISITORS:
No persons in the audience spoke.
NEW BUSINESS:
9. INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS:
Councilmember Bolkcom stated that if people are interested in the Parks and Recreation
Commission vacancy, please call the City Manager's office at 763-572-3500 for more
information. They can also call Jack Kirk of the Parks and Recreation Department, or a
Councilmember. Applications and e-mail applications can be sent in.
Mayor Lund stated that there is also a vacancy on the Environmental Quality and Energy
Commission.
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ADJOURN:
MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Councilmember
Wolfe.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MAY 6,
2002, CITY COUNCIL MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:56 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Signe L. Johnson Scott Lund
Recording Secretary Mayor