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CCM 08/27/2001 THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL OF AUGUST 27,2001 The Regular Meeting of the Fridley City Council was called to order by Mayor Lund at 7:30 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 Billings, Councilmember Wolfe and Councilmember Bolkcom. MEMBERS ABSENT: None. PROCLAMATIONS: National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month -September, 2001 Mayor Lund stated that substance use and addiction result in huge societal and economic costs. This proclamation celebrates the tremendous strides taken by individuals who have undergone successful treatment. National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month -September, 2001 Mayor Lund stated that prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed non-skin cancer in men. Increased awareness and use of early detection practices by men is essential to controlling prostate cancer. APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA: MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to approve the Proposed Consent Agenda as presented. Seconded by Councilmember Wolfe. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: City Council Meeting of August 13, 2001. APPROVED. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 27,2001 PAGE 2 OLD BUSINESS: 1. ORDINANCE NO. 1157 AMENDING CHAPTER 205 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE PERTAINING TO FRATERNAL ORGANIZATIONS' SPECIAL USE PARKING IN R-3 DISTRICTS (ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT, ZTA#01-03: WAIVED THE READING AND ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 1157 ON THE SECOND READING AND ORDERED PUBLICATION. NEW BUSINESS: 2. FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE RECODIFYING THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE BY AMENDING APPENDIX F TO PROVIDE FOR THE ADJUSTMENT OF SALARIES FOR THE MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 2.07 OF THE CHARTER OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this provides for a four percent (4%) salary increase for Council for the year 2002. Mayor Lund would receive $9,448.40, Councilmember Barnette would receive $7,760.48, and the remaining Council members would receive $6,860.88. Staff recommended Council's approval. WAIVED THE READING AND APPROVED THE ORDINANCE ON FIRST — READING. 3. RESOLUTION NO. 41-2001 CONSENTING TO THE HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IN AND FOR THE CITY OF FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA,ADOPTING A 2001 TAX LEVY COLLECTIBLE IN 2002: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that this is a continuation of an existing levy that is allowed by State law. The levy equals .0144 % of the taxable market value on all real property and produces about $200,000 per year to be used to support the HRA. Staff recommended Council's approval. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that this equates to about$19 and under. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 41-2001. 4. RESOLUTION NO. 42-2001 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF $2,575,000 VARIABLE RATE DEMAND REVENUE REFUDING BONDS, SERIES 2001 (FRIDLEY BUSINESS PLAZA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP PROJECT): Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the initial Commercial Development Revenue Bonds were issued in 1986 to construct the building at 7110 University Avenue. The — FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 27,2001 PAGE 3 bonds were issued for $2,800,000. The City has no liability since this is a conduit refinancing. Staff recommended Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 42-2001. 5. RESOLUTION NO. 43-2001 AUTHORIZING THE FORGIVENESS OF A $7,000 LOAN TO THE FRIDLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the Fridley Historical Society President, Suzanne Miskowic, has requested forgiveness of the 1989 loan the City to the Historical Society for a sprinkler system. The Historical Society does serve a public purpose. Staff recommended Council's approval. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 43-2001. 6. SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING FOR SEPTEMBER 10, 2001, TO REVIEW A PROPOSED 3.2% MALT LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION FROM ORIENTAL HOUSE RESTAURANT, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 5865 UNIVERSITY AVENUE N.E. (WARD 1): Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that staff recommended that Council set a public hearing for September 10, 2001,regarding this matter. SET THE PUBLIC HEARING DATE FOR SEPTEMBER 10,2001. ., 7. CLAIMS: APPROVED PAYMENT OF CLAIM NOS. 101104 - 101316. 8. LICENSES: APPROVED ALL LICENSES AS SUBMITTED. 9. ESTIMATES: Approved estimates as follows: Dave Perkins Contracting, Inc. 14230 Basalt Street N.W. Ramsey, MN 55303 2001 Street Improvement Project No. ST. 2001 - 1 Estimate No. 4 $105,732.15 FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 27,2001 PAGE 4 Lametti & Sons, Inc. 16028 Forest Boulevard North Hugo, MN 55038 Sanitary and Storm Sewer Lining Project No. 337 Estimate No. 1 $ 24,006.50 No persons in the audience spoke regarding the consent agenda items. ADOPTION OF AGENDA: MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to adopt the agenda as presented with the addition of Item 18A. Seconded by Councilmember Wolfe. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. OPEN FORUM,VISITORS: Mr. Roger Stene, 870 Pandora Drive, stated that he has lived in Fridley for 41 years and always had concerns about the water we drink in our City. He tried to use water filters but they would only last a week and then they would clog. He finally found some that would work and connected them. He removed the filter in 1994 and it was clean. That was before the City was connected to the New Brighton system. After the connection, the filter was very dirty and brown. He recently took out a water filter, and he does not know what is growing on the outside of the filter. The water has progressively deteriorated even though the City and government say it is fine. He thought the City should check the water more often. In 1980, chloramine, which may cause cancer, was put in the water. He ended up getting cancer. He is fine now but his son has a skin irritation problem that acts up when the filters need to be changed. Mayor Lund thanked him for his input and said he would refer this to City staff for further review. Mr. Buss Wagner, 181 Rice Creek Terrace, stated that the Springbrook Nature Center is costing the City of Fridley around $250,000 per year to operate. When it was proposed it was supposed to be self-sustained with grants and personal donations. He would prefer to see it used as a more profitable business such as a golf course. He thought it should be put to a vote by the citizens of Fridley. Mayor Lund asked if he would like more information from City staff Councilmember Bolkcom stated that a fair amount is spent on every park in Fridley. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 27,2001 PAGE 5 Mr. Wagner stated that they should have a definite count of the number of people going there per year to justify spending the money on the Nature Center. Mayor Lund stated that this has been debated since 1973. Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the City is spending $280,820 this year. Every two years a survey is conducted and one of the questions asks people whether they visit the Nature Center. The results of the last survey indicate that 30 to 31% do use it. Further, 11% attend programs held there. No other City expenditure is broken down on an individual basis either for expense or participation. Mr. Wagner asked when this started costing the City of Fridley money. Councilmember Barnette stated that it started three years after the referendum. Mr. Wagner stated that it may be time to have another referendum. Most people do not know that this is costing them money. Mayor Lund stated that it is only one out of 43 parks and every park is costing money. Councilmember Wolfe stated that when they do this survey maybe they should tell the residents the cost and see how differently the question is answered. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that possibly the costs for a lot of programs could be included. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 10. CONSIDERATION OF THE STATUS OF A SMALL PARCEL OF PROPERTY WITHIN THE GATEWAY EAST DEVELOPMENT PLAT (WARD 1) (CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 13,2001): MOTION by Councilmember Billings to reopen 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 REOPENED AT 8:00 P.M. Mr. Hickok stated that this is to let the public know the public hearing on this matter would be on September 10. The City is considering an amendment to Chapter 113 of the City Code which is the Solid Waste Disposal Chapter. This text amendment covers container size and placement of containers for collection. We are updating the recycling portion of the chapter also and modernizing the language. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if there would be more information in the agenda packet. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 27,2001 PAGE 6 Mr. Hickok stated that there would be. Council will receive both ordinance amendments. Please — call Julie Jones,the Recycling Coordinator, at(763) 572-3594, if there are any questions. MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to continue the public hearing until September 10, 2001. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CONTINUED TO SEPTEMBER 10,2001. 11. CONSIDERATION OF THE STATUS OF A SMALL PARCEL OF PROPERTY WITHIN THE GATEWAY EAST DEVELOPMENT PLAT (WARD 1) (CONTINUED FROM AUGUST 13,2001): 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 OPENED AT 8:03 P.M. Mr. Hickok, Community Development Director, stated that this small piece of property belongs to the City, not the HRA. This is a small remnant parcel that remained after the University Avenue frontage road was vacated for the development. It is 312.5 square feet and was intended — to be conveyed. It was erroneously overlooked by the surveyor and the title company. The land remains under ownership of the City and a townhome is planned to be placed over the corner of this parcel. Conveyance is important to the layout of the development. Closing on the sale of the Gateway East property has occurred and staff committed to take this to Council. Staff recommended that Council hold the public hearing, state for the record the intention to declare the land excess, and deed the land to the developer. Councilmember Billings stated that at the last meeting this was indicated to be a very small piece of property and that the City had no reasonable use for it. Mr. Hickok stated that was correct. 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 CLOSED AT 8:06 P.M. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 27,2001 PAGE 7 NEW BUSINESS: 12. DETERMINE THE STATUS OF A SMALL PARCEL OF PROPERTY WITHIN THE GATEWAY EAST DEVELOPMENT PLAT (WARD 1): MOTION by Councilmember Billings to declare the property as excess land and direct the appropriate City staff and officials to proceed with deeding the property to the appropriate persons. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 13. FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTERS 205, 206, AND 603 OF THE FRIDLEY CITY CODE PERTAINING TO FIRE PROTECTION REQUIREMENTS: Mr. Hickok, Community Development Director, stated that this is to consider the adoption of Chapter 1306 regarding "Special Fire Protection Systems" of the Minnesota Building Code. Staff is requesting consideration of a text amendment to the City Code and the elimination of Section 205.04.08 of the Zoning Code called "Fire Protection Requirements" and portions of Chapter 603.03, Intoxicating Liquor. Both of those sections would be replaced by adopting Chapter 1306, entitled "Special Fire Protection Systems" of the Minnesota State Building Code by amending Chapter 206 of the City Code. The City Attorney advised that the City's current sprinkler system legislation should not be predicated on zoning or as a liquor license issue and _ that its current state is unenforceable. In the interest of fire and life safety, sprinkler systems have a proven record of reducing life and property loss. Mr. Hickok stated that Chapter 1306 of the State Building Code, is recommended by the State to communities who wish to have an enforceable sprinkler system. Chapter 1306 has a minimum/maximum standard, which means that municipalities that adopt that section are not allowed to change the requirements to make it more or less restrictive. Chapter 1306 of the State Code increases the floor area for having an occupancy classification change. The only discretion the City has is the choice to make it 2,000 or 5,000 square feet for new construction. Staff has chosen the 2,000 square foot option. The Fire Department can successfully handle a 2,500 square foot area without calling for assistance. Staff recommends a 2,000 square foot requirement for sprinkler systems in new construction. Buildings with increased floor area or occupancy change will be affected. Many City permitted building projects will not be affected. From 1993 to 2000, 884 building permits were issued. Of those, only 16 would have been affected by this amendment. Other cities in the area have adopted Chapter 306, except Columbia Heights. The Planning Commission recommended approval. Staff recommended approval. Councilmember Bolkcom asked why Columbia Heights did not adopt this. Mr. Hickok stated they are considering it,but have not chosen to adopt it yet. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 27,2001 PAGE 8 Mayor Lund asked if this affects a homeowner's fire insurance. Will it improve the rating for the City when outside sources review the fire code? Mr. Hickok stated that the insurance rating is predicated on a number of different things. The adoption of a sprinkler ordinance will have a positive effect. Mr. Burns, City Manger, stated that it may help maintain what we have. Mr. Hickok stated that studies have shown that buildings with sprinkler systems are less damaged and insurance companies are impressed. Mayor Lund asked if the business communities had any comments on the 2,000 square feet minimum requirement. Mr. Hickok stated that some industry owners were clear about it and seemed okay with it. MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to waive the reading and approve the ordinance on first reading. Seconded by Councilmember Wolfe. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 14. VARIANCE REQUEST, VAR #01-10, BY JAMB ARCHITECTS FOR MILLER -- FUNERAL HOME, TO REDUCE THE FRONT AND SIDE YARD SETBACKS TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF THREE ADDITIONS, GENERALLY LOCATED AT 6210 HIGHWAY 65 N.E.: Mr. Hickok, Community Development Director, stated that Miller Funeral Home is seeking three variances: a front yard setback on the northeast side of the building from 80 feet to 58.25 feet, a side yard setback on the north side from 15 feet to 3.7 feet, and a side yard setback on the southwest side from 80 feet to 37.4 feet. This would allow the construction of an addition that is 3,601 square feet on the existing building. He stated that in 1963, setbacks were granted for parking stall and driveway locations. In 1967, a building permit was issued for Miller Funeral Home. In 1987, a variance was granted to reduce the side yard setback from a corner to 25 feet. In 1993, a variance was granted to reduce the side yard setback to three feet to allow the hearse enclosure seen on the north side of the building. In 1996, a variance was granted to reduce the side yard setback and additional side and rear yard variances were denied. In 1998, a variance was granted to reduce the side yard setback on the south side to 37 feet. Mr. Hickok indicated that the addition on the north side would be used for garage space. On the side yard, this would allow the construction of a 60' x 17.65' addition to be used for storage and garage space. The north side would be squared off for more space. The front yard addition on the northeast corner would square off the notched area and the roof would continue down the front and side as well. The side yard setback would provide adequate open space around the commercial structure and maintain visibility. In 1993 a variance was granted to reduce that side yard from 15 to 3 feet for the hearse enclosure. If the variance is granted, the entire length of the FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 27,2001 PAGE 9 building on the north side would be more intrusive to the adjacent property owner, Skyline Veterinary Hospital. Staff stipulated an additional architectural treatment be designed to add visual interest to the 120 foot featureless wall. The side yard setback on the corner lot is to create the addition which will be used for chapel worship, display and office space. The total square footage of the building will be 11,749 with lot coverage at 14%, well below the allowed 40%. Parking requirement is at a minimum of 66 parking spaces and currently has 83 with a reciprocal agreement with St. Phillip's Church to the south. The petitioner's summary of hardship states: "Changed usage of the building to single locale requires more storage/viewing space. In the mid-1990's Miller Funeral Home, Inc., sold two of it locations, retaining only the Fridley site. Due to this occurrence and OSHA regulations regarding embalming, they have had to maximize the use of the space within the building. The variances would allow more efficient use of the interior for gatherings and storage." Mr. Hickok stated that at the August 8 meeting, the Appeals Commission recommended approval as three variances if they were within their previously granted dimensions. Staff has no recommendation as it is within previously granted dimensions on the site. MOTION by Councilmember Wolfe to approve VAR #01-10 with the following five stipulations. 1. Petitioner shall obtain any required permits prior to beginning construction. 2. Parking lot to be restored to Code requirements for paving, curbing, and painting after the addition is completed. 3. The additions shall be architecturally compatible with the existing building and finished with the same siding and color scheme. 4. Landscaping on the north side of the building to be restored to Code requirements after the addition is completed. 5. Because the design submitted for the north side of the building will be 3.7 feet from the property line and will have a visual affect on adjacent properties, an architectural treatment designed to add visual interest and break-up the aesthetics of a 120 foot featureless wall shall be reviewed and approved by staff prior to issuance of a building permit. Seconded by Councilmember Billings. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 27,2001 PAGE 10 15. RESOLUTION NO. 44-2001 CERTIFYING PROPOSED TAX LEVY _ REQUIREMENTS FOR 2002 TO THE COUNTY OF ANOKA: Mr. Pribyl, Finance Director, stated that this proposed levy complies with State law and the City Charter requirements. The total proposed levy for the General Fund for 2002 is $5,507,313. The total proposed levy is $5,613,131 with the Watershed District Funds. This is 33 1/2% higher than what was approved last year. Changes in the property tax law caused this increase. The City's HACA loss is at $1,069,173 and LGA loss is $130,781. The PERA increase is at $17,202. The proposed levy cannot go up any further, but the City has the option to reduce this as we go further into the year. The increase in the levies allowed by the State will be offset by the reduction of the School District Levy eliminated by the State. Since 1992, we have had nominal increases in the levy. Councilmember Barnette stated that this is a result of actions by the State legislature. Mr. Pribyl stated that was correct. CPI-U is the price index for the metro area and was targeted for the Charter requirement that was initiated by the group of citizens in Fridley. We cannot increase above that without a special resolution passed before Council. We measure this on a regular basis, and 4.2% is the last annual total in the metro area. HACA is the Homestead Agricultural Aid that has been removed from City funding and is now used to fund the schools. Mayor Lund stated that if we went above the 4.2%, we would need a vote by the citizens. Councilmember Billings stated that this is the amount certified to Anoka County in September. MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to adopt Resolution No. 44-2001. Seconded by Councilmember Wolfe. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 16. RESOLUTION NO. 45-2001 ADOPTING THE PROPOSED BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2001: Mr. Burns, City Manager, stated that the 2002 preliminary budget overall proposes to spend $15,709,956. About two-thirds is for the General Fund and the other is for Capital Improvements. The General Fund increase is $904,209, up about 7.8%. We project a cost of living cost of about 4 percent for employees. We also have a very large health insurance increase of$238,619. Two police officers were grant funded last year and now are funded with local money at a cost of$115,000. One person, the Fire Captain, has a cost of about $64,000. The total increase for Capital Improvements is $642,400. The budget is preliminary and will be examined by Council at the October 15 conference session. The public hearing on the budget will be held on December 3. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 27,2001 PAGE 11 MOTION by Councilmember Wolfe to approve Resolution No. 45-2001. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 17. RESOLUTION NO. 46-2001 RECEIVING FINAL PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING UTILITY PROJECT NO. 342 - VARICHAK ADDITION: Mr. Haukaas, Public Works Director, stated that a public hearing was held August 13 for this project. This is for installation of sewer and water utilities to two properties that were created as part of the Varichak plat. This is a means to get utilities to those lots and move the project forward. Councilmember Billings asked if this is relative to a replat of property that was one lot that had sewer and water service to it and replatted to three lots. This would be for the two new lots? Mr. Haukaas stated that was correct. Councilmember Billings asked if manholes were necessary to make the connection. Mr. Haukaas stated that the distance from the existing public utilities is one factor. The excessive depth of the utilities requires a manhole. Councilmember Billings stated that in a typical situation, a manhole is not required. Mr. Haukaas stated that was correct. Councilmember Billings asked if the fact that the extensive cost of the manhole, this is a reason it was in the original development package for the plotting of the property a couple of years ago. Mr. Haukaas stated that the installation of utilities is something that is requested on every lot split. Councilmember Billings asked if lots are platted, the typical route is to provide sewer and water stub to the property line. Mr. Haukaas stated that was correct if it was a single plotted lot. Councilmember Billings asked if the cost would be assessed to the adjacent properties benefiting from that. Mr. Pribyl stated that was correct. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 27,2001 PAGE 12 Councilmember Billings asked if the additional connections to the sewer and water would ..._, require a sewer and water connection fee. Mr. Haukaas stated that was correct. Councilmember Billings asked if the lot purchasers' request was for the City to proceed as expeditiously as possible to provide sewer and water so they can proceed forward with construction on one of these lots. Mr. Knaak stated that at least one of the landowners stated that. Councilmember Billings stated that this is not unlike a sewer and water project the City would do in an area where there was not any sewer and water. It is not unreasonable that the City construct this as a public utility project. Mr. Knaak stated that was correct. Councilmember Billings stated that this provides for the awarding of the contracts to do the installation. At a future time, when the costs are known, the Council will take action on how to recover the costs. Mr. Knaak stated that was correct. Councilmember Barnette asked if this provided for the utilities to be constructed. Mr. Haukaas stated that this orders the project. This does not award the project. There is no assessment at this point. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if the interested parties in this were notified of this resolution tonight. Mr. Knaak stated that it is public record. Mr. Haukaas stated that no separate notice was sent out but the parties were aware this was before Council tonight. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if there is reason to notify anyone. Mr. Knaak stated that there was not beyond what has already occurred. This came up as part of the discussion and was discussed with representatives of the parties. MOTION by Councilmember Billings to adopt the Resolution No. 46-2001. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 27,2001 PAGE 13 UPON A VOICE VOTE, COUNCILMEMBERS BOLKCOM, BILLINGS, AND MAYOR LUND VOTING AYE, COUNCILMEMBERS BARNETTE AND WOLFE VOTING NAY,MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED 3-2. 18. RECEIVE BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR UTILITY PROJECT NO. 342, VARICHAK ADDITION(WARD 2): Mr. Haukaas, Public Works Director, stated that in March several contractors were approached for installation of sewer and water. The low bidder was Lametti & Sons in the amount of $21,5750.00. They agreed to honor the bid. We are in compliance of all laws and feel we are presenting the best price to you. Councilmember Billings asked if any determinations at this time were made by Council for assessments and how to cover the costs. Councilmember Barnette asked if these bids would be available to the buyers and sellers of the properties,minus the 8% inspection fee. Mr. Haukaas stated that this price is for whoever wants to hire them. Councilmember Bolkcom asked if there would still be a City fee. Mr. Haukaas stated that was correct. A right-of-way permit would need to be pulled and fees required for the permit to be entered into record for the City. This is standard used to cover City costs. If it was moved forward by the homeowners, they would still need to hire an engineer and it would most likely cost more. MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to award Utility Project No. 342 to Lametti & Sons in the amount of$21,570. Seconded by Councilmember Billings. UPON A VOICE VOTE, COUNCILMEMBERS BOLKCOM, BILLINGS, MAYOR LUND VOTING AYE, COUNCILMEMBERS BARNETTE AND WOLFE VOTING NAY,MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED 3-2. 18A. APPOINTMENT- CITY COMMISSION: Mayor Lund stated that Mr. Gary Zinter has applied to be on the Appeals Commission. MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to appoint Gary Zinter to the Appeals Commission. Seconded by Councilmember Wolfe. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 27,2001 PAGE 14 19. INFORMAL STATUS REPORTS: —" Mr. Burns stated that a hearing on the camper/trailer issue has been scheduled for September 17. Councilmember Bolkcom stated that the Locke Park picnic shelter is beautiful with new improvements. Anoka County will repave the asphalt by next year hopefully. It is a cooperative effort and Anoka County takes reservations for the picnic shelter. The Historical Society event on September 10 starts at 7:00 p.m. Mr. Burns stated that there are several public hearings, but the meeting can be moved to 8:00 p.m. MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to change the start time of the September 10 Council meeting to 8:00 p.m. Seconded by Councilmember Barnette. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. Councilmember Barnette stated that with school starting,he would urge everyone to abide by the stop signs and follow traffic signals, especially at the elementary schools. ADJOURN: MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Councilmember Wolfe. UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE AUGUST 27, 2001, CITY COUNCIL MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:03 P.M. Respectfully submitted, /A-14-4-vru- A/Prfr Va4f,t rte . Signe L. Johnson Scott Lund Recording Secretary Mayor