CCM 04/25/2016
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF FRIDLEY
APRIL 25, 2016
The City Council meeting for the City of Fridley was called to order by Mayor Lund at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Mayor Lund
Councilmember Barnette
Councilmember Saefke
Councilmember Varichak
Councilmember Bolkcom
OTHERS PRESENT:
Wally Wysopal, City Manager
Darcy Erickson, City Attorney
James Kosluchar, Public Works Director
Jack Kirk, Parks and Recreation Director
PRESENTATION:
Certificates of Appreciation to AmeriCorps Volunteers.
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES:
City Council Meeting of April 11, 2016.
APPROVED.
NEW BUSINESS:
1.Motion to Authorize Issuance of an Estoppel Certificate Relating to the WoodSpring
Suites Projects.
APPROVED.
2.Appointments – City Employee.
APPOINTED.
3.Claims (172244 – 172398).
APPROVED.
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4.Estimate:
Sunram Construction Inc
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20010 – 75 Avenue North
Corcoran, MN 55340
Springbrook Nature Center
Project No. 478
FINAL ESTIMATE…………………………………….$3,563.75
APPROVED.
ADOPTION OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
MOTION
by Councilmember Barnette to adopt the proposed consent agenda. Seconded by
Councilmember Varichak.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
OPEN FORUM, VISITORS:
No one from the audience spoke.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
MOTION
by Councilmember Bolkcom to add item 7A. Extension of Nelsonparks Hospitality
Inc. to the agenda. Seconded by Councilmember Saefke.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
.
MOTION
by Councilmember Bolkcom to adopt the agenda with the addition of 7A. Seconded
by Councilmember Saefke.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
NEW BUSINESS:
5.Receive Petition No. 2016-01, Requesting a Permanent Speed Limit Sign on Lucia Lane
James Kosluchar,
Public Works Director, stated that a petition was received requesting a
permanent speed limit sign on Lucia Lane. The sign is requested in the northbound direction.
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These signatories represent 16 addresses on Lucia Lane, 14 of these were verified as owners.
Staff recommends that the City Council move to receive the attached Petition Number 2016-01.
Mayor Lund
is not opposed to this request because the cost isn’t very much but doesn’t think it
will change the traffic much. Success may be achieved better through an engagement or
neighborhood meetings. He does not want to set precedence either.
Councilmember Barnette
noted that the speed limit throughout the city is 30 mph unless posted
otherwise.
Mayor Lund
asked if residents would like to see a lower speed limit.
Mr. Kosluchar
replied that the petition did not specify a lower speed.
MOTION
by Councilmember Varichak to receive Petition No. 2016-01 requesting a permanent
speed limit sign on Lucia Lane. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette.
Councilmember Bolkcom
asked if this meant a sign would be put up.
Mayor Lund
asked if there have been meetings regarding this request.
Mr. Kosluchar
replied yes but staff will schedule a neighborhood meeting. Discussions have
been done on an individual basis too.
Mayor Lund
stated that there is no recommendation for Council to do something, this is to just
receive the petition and get residents engaged as part of the solution.
Mr. Kosluchar
replied that staff is working on that.
Mayor Lund
thought the meetings would be effective. He is not against a sign but would like to
hold off until we see the outcome from the meetings before we commit to a sign.
Mr. Kosluchar
said that staff will report back recommendations to Council after the meetings
take place.
Councilmember Bolkcom
asked if the city replaces existing signs that are old or fall down.
Mr. Kosluchar
replied yes, many of the 30 MPH signs on frontage roads along University and
Hwy 65 have been replaced; it may be a good project for a summer intern to determine the
history of these signs.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
6.Set a Public Hearing Date for the Draft Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW)
for the Columbia Arena Redevelopment
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James Kosluchar,
Public Works Director, stated that the master plan for the Columbia Arena
site was developed over the past year with input from the community. On December 28, 2015,
an open house was held at which additional input was gathered. As part of the approval for the
master plan development, a draft Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) was prepared.
An EAW is part of a standardized environmental review process. Characteristics and impacts are
published to disclose information about the potential negative environmental effects and to
determine if there are ways to avoid or minimize impacts before the project is permitted and
built.
Mr. Kosluchar
stated that the Columbia Arena site redevelopment requires and EAW process
because the Comprehensive Plan does not specifically identify redevelopment beyond the
Columbia Arena property and the number of housing units proposed exceeds a statutory
threshold where a mandatory EAW must be performed. While there is no requirement for a
Public Hearing with the EAW process, staff believes it improves the transparency and
understanding of the project to hold a hearing. The recommended schedule associated with the
public hearing is as follows:
Draft of EAW complete 4/29/16
EAW published on website week of 5/2/16
Publication of official newspaper 5/6/16
Publication of EQB 5/9/16
Public Hearing 5/23/16, 7:00 p.m.
End of comment period 6/9/16
Staff recommends the City Council move to set a public hearing date for the Columbia Arena
Redevelopment Draft EAW for May 23, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.
Councilmember Bolkcom
asked where residents can find this information on the webpage.
Mr. Kosluchar
replied from the home page. There is a page for the Columbia Arena
Redevelopment too.
Councilmember Bolkcom
asked if residents would have the ability to click and give responses
back on the website.
Mr. Kosluchar
replied that is a good idea; he will have staff look into that option.
Councilmember Bolkcom
added that if they can’t respond that way maybe say how someone
who cannot attend can give their comment.
Councilmember Barnette
thought that the more public involvement and reaction there is, the
better off everyone will be.
MOTION
by Councilmember Saefke to set a public hearing date for May 23, 2016 at 7:00 p.m.
for the draft Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) for the Columbia Arena
Redevelopment. Seconded by Councilmember Varichak.
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UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
7.Resolution Authorizing Staff to Proceed with the Phase 2 Landscaping Package, Trail
Additions, and Site Furnishings for the Springbrook Nature Center Improvements
Project.
Jack Kirk,
Parks and Recreation Director, reported that the construction is progressing nicely
with the phase 1 of the Springbrook project. A completion date was sent for the end of June and
this phase will be done by the deadline. The building is being worked on and staff is working
hard with landscape architects on phase 2 of the project. Staff would like to move forward with
phase 2 of this project which is the entry area to the building and to realign a portion of the trail
to line up the entry with the trail, plant trees, shrubs and grass, and install the outdoor benches,
bike racks and fencing to send the message not to walk on the new roof.
Mr. Kirk
noted that there are five parts; landscape, concrete entry path area, trail realignment,
site furnishings and railing and chain link fence. Staff is getting quotes for the different sections
of work and is asking Council to approve once the quotes are received to get the work done.
Ideally we would like the work done by the early part of June. The estimated budget is $90,000
and Springbrook will cover all the costs. The grand opening is on July 30 and we would like
these amenities done prior to the grand opening so it looks like a complete package. Staff
recommends City Council adopt a resolution so staff can proceed with the landscaping
packaging for phase 2.
MOTION
by Councilmember Bolkcom to adopt Resolution 2016-20. Seconded by
Councilmember Saefke.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
7A. Request for Extension of Nelsenparks Hospitality Inc.’s, dba GB Leighton’s Pickle
Park’s, Liquor License.
Wally Wysopal,
City Manager, stated that Pickle Park license will expire at the end of this
month. Pickle Park received information late today from the State and the petitioner will have
the necessary information available by the May 9 City Council meeting. Staff checked with city
code and state statue and City Council can extend the current license until May 9 when
significant information is available to make a recommendation for next year’s license. Staff is
trying to be responsive and assist businesses to do business in the City of Fridley. The petitioner
is here to answer any questions. Staff is requesting to extend the existing liquor license through
May 9, 2016.
Clifton Thomas Parks II,
Owner of Pickle Park, said he was unable to get paperwork filed
properly and is battling with the State of MN. There was miscommunication if taxes should be
filed monthly or annually which put Pickle Park on a list so they could not renew their license.
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Now everything is resolved and paid in full. Pickle Park also has had no issues or incidents with
Fridley police.
Mayor Lund
asked how long Mr. Parks has owned the property.
Mr. Parks
replied a year.
Mayor Lund
noted the report indicated there were 10 calls for service but police have no issues.
Mr. Parks
replied those were for the alarm service.
Mayor Lund
asked if there was a fee charged from the City for repeated false alarms. He said
he thought each business got three.
Mr. Parks
replied that he has not had to pay any money to the City for those calls.
Mayor Lund
noted that it is ok to call police if the need arises.
Mr. Parks
replied that his staff makes sure they are protected and covered. They have not had
any issues to report.
Mr. Wysopal
noted that unless the City Council extends or creates a new license on May 9 the
current license will expire the end of the business day on May 9, 2016.
MOTION
by Councilmember Saefke to extend the Request for Extension of Nelsenparks
Hospitality Inc.’s, dba GB Leighton’s Pickle Park’s, Liquor License to May 9, 2016. Seconded
by Councilmember Bolkcom.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
8.Informational Status Reports:
Wally Wysopal,
City Manager, provided the following reports:
May Meetings at 7:00 p.m.
Charter Commissioner – Monday, May 2
Park & Rec – Monday May 2
HRA – Thursday, May 5
City Council – Monday, May 8 and 23
EQE – Tuesday, May 10
Planning – Wednesday, May 18
The City had a Job Fair on April 20 and had over 300 attendees and 25 local businesses.
This was sponsored by the Fridley HRA and Minnesota WorkForce Center.
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Resident notices have gone out for the 2015 Street Project in Summit Manor
Neighborhood. Contractor has been advised of work starting within the week. We are
working with the 2016 Street Project contractor on preliminary matters prior to their start
in May. Center Point Energy has been working on this project in the Plymouth
Neighborhood.
A water efficiency grant is now available to residents for upgrading water fixtures to
more energy efficient models. Eligible fixtures include toilets, clothes washers and
irrigation system audits resulting in replacement controllers. Contact Beth Kondrick in
Engineering at 763-572-3554 for application information.
Spring Drop-off Day is May 7 from 9 a.m. -1 p.m. at the Public Works Garage.
Electronic will cost a bit more for disposal. Car/pickup tires taken. Appliances first 3 are
free to drop off. Bikes are needed. Confidential paper shredding, unlimited.
Arbor Day Celebration and Tree Sale is Saturday April 30 from 9-1 at Commons Park.
Family Fun, Kids Activities & Prizes, Tree Planting Ceremony, Tree Care Information,
Starter Trees for Sale for your Yard.
Mayor Lund
asked about the water conservation grant if there was a time window to be
included.
Jim Kosluchar
, Public Works Director, replied that it is on a first come, first serve basis so the
sooner the better. If you are thinking about replacing appliances call first.
Councilmember Bolkcom
asked about the irrigation system audit and if people wanted to hire
someone how they would do that.
Mr. Kosluchar
replied that they should call Beth at 763-572-3554. There are companies that
charge a flat rate for the audit.
Mayor Lund
received an invitation from the Alexandria House for a free breakfast but donation
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are optional on Thursday, May 12 from 8-9 at Christ Lutheran Church in 89 Avenue in Blaine.
Mayor Lund is looking for 9 other people to share a table with him.
ADJOURN:
MOTION
by Councilmember Barnette to Adjourn. Seconded by Councilmember Varichak.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 7:45
P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Krista Peterson Scott J. Lund
Recording Secretary Mayor