CCM 04/08/2019
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CITY OF FRIDLEY
APRIL 8, 2019
The City Council meeting for the City of Fridley was called to order by Mayor Lund at 7:04 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Lund
Councilmember Barnette
Councilmember Tillberry
Councilmember Eggert
Councilmember Bolkcom
OTHERS PRESENT: Wally Wysopal, City Manager
Cassandra Wolfgram, City Attorney
Jim Kosluchar, Public Works Director
Rachel Workin, Environmental Planner
Scott Hickok, Community Development Director
Dan Tietner, Director of Finance/City Treasurer
Brandon Brodhag, Civil Engineer
Deb Skogen, City Clerk
APPROVAL OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. City Council Meeting of March 25, 2019.
APPROVED.
NEW BUSINESS:
2. Receive the Minutes from the Planning Commission Meeting of March 20, 2019.
RECEIVED.
3. Resolution Approving Final Plat, P.S. #18-04 by Sherman Associates Development LLC,
on Behalf of the Property Owner, the City’s Housing and Redevelopment Authority, to
Accommodate the Construction of Three Multi0Family Buildings, Generally Located at
6050 Main Street N.E. (Ward 3)
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2019-13.
4. Approve the Joint Powers Agreement for the East River Road Sidewalk Extension
Project ST2019-21 between the City of Fridley and the County of Anoka (Ward 3)
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THIS ITEM WAS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND PLACED ON THE
REGULAR AGENDA.
5. Resolution Approving and Authorizing Reappropriation for Certain Special Revenue
Funds for the Fiscal Year Ending December 31, 2018.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2019-14.
6. Claims (184557 - 184724).
APPROVED.
ADOPTION OF PROPOSED CONSENT AGENDA:
Councilmember Bolkcom asked on page 12 of the Planning Commission minutes where Ms.
Stromberg was talking about the wet land delineation if that has been resolved.
Scott Hickok, Community Development Director, replied there is still some work relative to the
soil corrections happening in that area. We have bought the wetland credits and are ready to move
forward with regard to the revenues.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked if there was a plan for the park dedication mentioned on page
13.
Mr. Hickok replied that the park dedication fees that were paid for this development go into the
City’s finds for determination through the park planning efforts and formal process. Decisions will
be made later.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked on page 15 if the bus stops are still a work in progress.
Mr. Hickok replied yes.
MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to adopt the proposed consent agenda as presented with
the removal of Item 4. Seconded by Councilmember Eggert.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
OPEN FORUM, VISITORS:
No one from the audience spoke.
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ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to adopt the agenda with addition of Item 4. Seconded
by Councilmember Tillberry.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
NEW BUSINESS:
7. Resolution to Approve Contract for Organics Recycling Services with Allied Waste
Services of North America LLC.
Rachel Workin, Environmental Planner, stated organics include fruits and vegetables, meat and
bones, paper towels and certified compostable plates and flatware. Organics collection will collect
produce compost which provides economic and ecological benefits and will reduce trash by 30%.
The RFP for this program was released October 9, 2017. Republic’s contract went from April 1,
2018, to April 30, 2019, and included weekly collection of organic, provision of 30-gallon organics
carts, proper disposal of organic material and billing and collection of payment from subscriber
every 90 days.
Mr. Workin said the program started with 160 participants and is now up to 210. A survey of
participants indicated a 98% satisfaction rate. Participants recycled 400 to 500 pounds per year.
Program funding from the SCORE grant was $92,556 in 2016 and $127,000 in 2019. This includes
$11,695 for organics which is a $20,000 enhancement. Contract changes are functionally similar
with the term length and requesting a 60-day notice to leave the contract. Incentives include a
referral program, free compost with Kiwanis, and a fun fair discount.
Ms. Workin stated residents can participate by picking up a kitchen pail and compostable bags,
collecting organics from their home in compostable or paper bags, placing them in the organics
cart, and setting the cart out on the organics collection day. They would receive a bill from the
hauler. Staff is asking Council to adopt the resolution authorizing the contract.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked how come grease cannot be composted.
Ms. Workin replied that grease does not break down like other parts of the animal in the time
frame that they need it to move through the system.
Mayor Lund mentioned some recycling places collect grease.
Ms. Workin added that compost facilities are able to collect small amounts of grease. Large-scale
grease collection can be used to convert cars to run on grease as an alternative fuel. Small amounts
of grease can be placed in the commercial compost by wiping a pan with a paper towel and putting
it in the compost.
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Mayor Lund said he thought everyone could do better at recycling organics. When this came up
a year ago he did not think it would be really successful. 210 participants is great, but not anywhere
near where we need to be. He had hoped more people would participate, but the process needs to
be more convenient.
MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to approve the contract for organics recycling services
with Allied Waste Services of North America LLC. Seconded by Councilmember Eggert.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
8. Approve 2019-2020 Liquor License Renewals.
Deb Skogen, City Clerk, stated the City’s license year begins May 1and ends April 30. All
renewal applications provided the required documentation and all establishments complied with
the City’s minimum 40% gross food sales. Paradise Biryani Pointe serving wine and malt liquor
complied with the City’s minimum 60% food sales and the police review found no major issues
preventing establishments from receiving a renewal of their licenses.
Ms. Skogen said Crooners Lounge & Supper Club has requested an amendment to their patio
endorsement and liquor license. They have established a strong “jazz” entertainment record in the
Twin Cities and want to add a temporary outdoor stage. Patrons would be required to enter and
exit from the building onto the patio to the tent and the tent would have an emergency exit required
by fire code. The Development Review Committee met and agreed their unique setting allowed
the expansion.
Ms. Skogen said staff recommends a motion approving the 2019-20 on-sale intoxicating liquor
licenses and additional license requirements (including the patio endorsement expansion for
Crooners) for the following establishments:
Applebee’s Banquets of Minnesota
Broadway Bar & Pizza Crooners Lounge & Supper Club
Kings Restaurant Route 47 Pub & Grub
Shortstop-Fridley Two Stooges Bar & Grill
Fridley American Legion (Club) Fridley VFW (Club)
Paradise Biryani Pointe (Wine & Malt Liquor)
Councilmember Bolkcom asked why Crooners is unique and different from other requests like
Broadway Bar and Pizza.
Ms. Skogen replied that Crooners has a larger grassy lot as opposed to being small lot with a
parking lot around it. Because Crooners is set on the lake there is a lot of extra room to allow them
to put on a tent in that area. This is a unique setting looking out onto lake.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked if the tent is back enough from the water for safety reasons.
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Scott Hickok, Community Development Director, replied it does meet the setbacks and temporary
structure requirements.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked if there was any way for people to come in from the outside if
the sides of the tent were up.
Mr. Hickok replied that there will be a fence around the tent. Crooners keeps a careful head count
because of the quality and type of bands that play.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked if the tent could withstand wind and stormy weather.
Mr. Hickok replied that the tent is designed for special events and is similar to those used for
outdoor weddings.
Councilmember Bolkcom noted that some have failed their alcohol compliance. One license
tonight has failed two years in a row, and another is very tight on alcohol to food ratio.
Wally Wysopal, City Manager, said the Police Department works closely with owners to reaffirm
requirements and offer additional training for staff if needed to enforce laws appropriately. With
respect to the sales, there is nothing more we can do rather than remind owners of the requirement
and that we do not license bars, but license restaurants to have alcohol. Staff will continue to
remind them of this requirement.
Councilmember Bolkcom noted that Banquets of Minnesota has never been open for a
compliance check. She suggested staff to go back when they are open. They did not fail, because
they were not open.
Mr. Wysopal replied that staff will look into that. Generally, word gets out the City is making
compliance checks and the undercover efforts are lost.
Ms. Skogen stated when the letter is sent out regarding the liquor license it states that we would
like to see the food percent well over 40% if possible.
Councilmember Bolkcom recalled that in previous years we were not sure if the establishment
numbers were reported correctly.
Ms. Skogen replied that they need a CPA statement verifying their numbers.
Mayor Lund said if the tent situation is allowed for Crooners, it may reawaken other liquor license
operators to do outdoor events in the summertime. Many do not have large grassy areas, but they
do have a parking lot. If there are other commercial buildings around the establishment where
people could park would this be allowed?
Ms. Skogen replied that by MN Statute liquor is not allowed in parking lots. A tent could be put
up to serve food but not alcohol.
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Mr. Hickok added that the tent would also need to be contiguous to the building.
Mayor Lund was thinking about Two Stooges. They would have access through their patio.
Mr. Hickok said that the tent could not be placed on the parking lot and serve alcohol. There is
not ample parking and putting a tent in the drive aisle would bring up all sorts of risks. That is
why tents are not allowed in parking lots. At Crooners, people do not drive where they will be
placing the tent.
MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to approve the 2019-2020 Liquor License Renewals.
Seconded by Councilmember Tillberry.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
PUBLIC HEARINGS/NEW BUSINESS:
9. Public Hearing on a Vacation Request, SAV #19-01 by the City of Fridley and the City’s
Housing and Redevelopment Authority to Vacate a Storm Sewer Easement Located at
6431 University Avenue N.E. (Ward 1);
and
Resolution to Vacate a Storm Sewer Easement for the Property Generally Located at
6431 University Avenue N.E., Petitioned by the City of Fridley’s Housing and
Redevelopment Authority.
MOTION by Councilmember Eggert to open the public hearing. Seconded by Councilmember
Barnette.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 7:42 PM.
Scott Hickok, Community Development Director, stated as part of the redevelopment of the
former City Hall property at 6431 University Avenue, a portion of the University Avenue Service
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Drive and some excess pieces of 5 Street and Fourmies Avenue were vacated at the January 7,
2019 Council meeting. The property is also being replatted. Upon further review of the replat,
City staff and the surveyor determined that an existing storm water easement on the property also
needs to be vacated and then rededicated on the new plat. Doing this makes a clean and concise
record of the location of easement on the property. Staff recommends the City Council hold the
public hearing for Vacation SAV #19-01 and adopt the corresponding resolution.
MOTION by Councilmember Tillberry to close the public hearing. Seconded by Councilmember
Bolkcom.
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UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED AND THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 7:45 PM.
MOTION by Councilmember Tillberry to adopt Resolution No. 2019-16. Seconded by
Councilmember Eggert.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
10. Public Hearing on an S-2 Master Plan, MP #19-01, by U.S. Homme Corporation, dba
Lennar, to Amend an S-2 Master Plan for the Parcel of Land Generally Located at 7071
University Avenue N.E., to Allow for the Construction of a 72-Unit Townhome
Development;
and
Resolution Approving an S-2 Master Plan Amendment, MP 19-01, for U.S. Home
Corporation, dba Lennar, on behalf of the Property Owner, the City of Fridley Housing
and Redevelopment Authority, to Allow the Redevelopment of the Property Generally
Located South and East of the Fridley Civic Campus at 7071 University Avenue N.E.
(Ward 1)
MOTION by Councilmember Tillberry to open the public hearing. Seconded by Councilmember
Bolkcom.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 7:46.
Scott Hickok, Community Development Director, stated the petitioner is requesting two land use
items to allow for the construction of a 72-unit townhome development on land south and east of
the Civic Campus; S-2 Master Plan and Plat to create outlots. The proposed project is the
construction of 16 townhome buildings. Each will have 4 to 5 units and 2 garage stalls and two
surface stalls. Additional parking is being provided for visitors. The southern portion will have
two access points onto Locke Parkway and the northern potion will have one access onto Locke
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Parkway and one onto 71 Avenue. The internal streets will be privately owned and maintained
by the homeowner’s association, as will the landscaping, internal sidewalk maintenance, and snow
removal.
Mr. Hickok said the Carriage Urban Row includes 2.5 stories, mainly situated along the Parkway.
36 individual units will range in size from 1,600 to 1,900 sq. ft, up to three bedrooms and 2.5
bathrooms. The anticipated units will sell for $275,000 to $300,000. The Colonial Patriot will
include 2 stories situated along the pond. 36 individual units of this style of home will range in
size from 1,700-1,800 sq. ft., with up to three bedrooms and three bathrooms with anticipated
range in price from $285,000 to $315,000.
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Mr. Hickok stated when a property is zoned S-2 Redevelopment District, it requires that the
accompanying site plan become the Master Plan. Once the S-2 Master Plan is approved, any
modifications to that master plan require a Master Plan Amendment. The intent of the S-2 district
is to provide the City with site plan review authority to determine if the proposed project meets
the goals and objectives of the City’s Comprehensive Plan. The proposed project meets the intent
of what the City was hoping to see for the last phase of the Civic Campus development. The
proposed replat will create 22 new outlots. 16 for each townhome building. Outlots A and T are
for private roadways within the development. Outlots D, K and O are for trail connections and
green space. Outlot P is to re-describe the boundary of the pond, the trail and green area along the
west side of the development. All will be owned by the City.
Mr. Hickok said City Code requires one public hearing to be held for an amendment to an S-2
Master Plan and a Pre-Plat, which typically occurs at the Planning Commission meeting. It also
requires that the public hearing notice is published in the newspaper at least 10 days prior to the
hearing. On March 7, 2019, the City received a letter from the Sun Focus stating that even though
we met the deadline for publication, the public hearing for MP #19-01 and PS #19-01 did not get
published due to a pagination error in their production department. As a result, the public hearing
for MP #19-01 and PS #19-01, will be held at tonight’s City Council meeting. Notice for this
hearing was published on March 15, 2019, in the Sun Focus. The Planning Commission did review
both land use items at their March 20, 2019, meeting. They unanimously recommended approval
of MP#19-01 and PS #19-01. City Staff recommends concurrence with the planning Commission
and approval of the S-2 Master Plan, MP #19-01 and the resolution. Also staff recommends
concurrence with the Planning Commission and approval of Pre-Plat, PS #19-01, with the
stipulation.
Councilmember Eggert said he thought the trail around the pond looked different than what he
had seen in the past.
Mr. Hickok reviewed the walkway layout around the pond.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked on page 96, second paragraph, thought the word development
should be changed to developed. Same with page 101, S-2.
Mayor Lund asked if there was any answer as to who is responsible to put in a timeline for the
park.
Mr. Hickok replied the City, through the Parks and Recreation Department and Community
Services Division, will work with Public Works to decide the location and park features that will
go in there. The exact layout and design is still being worked on.
Mayor Lund asked if it would be put in next year.
Mr. Hickok replied probably. They wanted to make sure the trail is in around the pond first. This
area will encourage a lot of activity for people of all ages.
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Josh Metzer, Lennar Homes, said that both Lennar and staff are excited about the project. They
are hoping to get the final plat completed in the next three weeks, get started on grating at the end
of May/early June and have the utilities in by the end of summer. He said they hope to have two
models ready by February next year for the spring Parade of Homes.
MOTION by Councilmember Tillberry to close the public hearing. Seconded by Councilmember
Bolkcom.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 8:07
PM.
MOTION by Councilmember Tillberry to adopt Resolution No. 2019-17. Seconded by
Councilmember Eggert.
UPON A VOICE ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE MOTION
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
11. Public Hearing on a Preliminary Plat Request PS #19-01, by U.S. Home Corporation,
dba Lennar, for the Parcel of Land Generally Located East and South of the Civic
Campus at 7071 University Avenue N.E., to Allow for the Construction of a 72-Unit
Townhome Development;
and
Approve Preliminary Plat Request, PS #19-01, by U.S. Home Corporation, dba Lennar
(Ward 1).
MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to open the public hearing. Seconded by Councilmember
Tillberry.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 8:09
P.M.
Scott Hickok, Community Development Director, said this will allow time to finish up the soil
work. They want to make sure the first portion is platted. They will start with the first 16 units
and move east through the site. This is very common to start at one end and move to the east. This
is well contained in the site plan.
MOTION by Councilmember Tillberry to close the public hearing. Seconded by Councilmember
Bolkcom.
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UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND THE PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED AT 8:11
PM.
MOTION by Councilmember Tillberry to approve Preliminary Plat Request, PS #19-01, by U.S.
Home Corporation, dba Lennar. Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
12. Preliminary Assessment Hearing on 2019 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2019-01.
MOTION by Councilmember Eggert to open the public hearing. Seconded by Councilmember
Bolkcom.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND THE PUBLIC HEARING OPENED AT 8:12
PM.
Jim Kosluchar, Public Works Director, stated each year, the City performs major rehabilitation
of selected streets in a planned neighborhood according to its pavement management plan. The
project proposed for 2019 includes streets surrounding the Civic Campus. On October 8, 2018,
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the City Council authorized initiation of this project. The candidate streets include 69 Avenue
(University Avenue East Service Road to Eastern Termini), University Avenue East Service Road
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(T.H. 47 to 73 Avenue) and 71 Avenue (University Avenue East Service Road to Locke
Parkway). The project work elements include removal of pavement (reclaim or milling), sidewalk
connections, water main/hydrant replacements, storm sewer and drainage work (closure of access
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from 69 Avenue to University Avenue East Service Road), curb replacement/re-paving streets
and restoration.
Mr. Kosluchar reviewed the schedule with opening of bids and award in May 2019, advanced
utility work June/July, construction during August through October, final hearing and notice of
assessment in October and assessments beginning in January 2020. The project construction may
be pushed back to next season depending on other construction in the area (Pulte Development
and Locke Parkway). A project open house was held on January 22, and preliminary information
was presented to property owners and residents affected by the construction. Forty-seven notices
were mailed on the open house and 12 persons attended. Feedback was gathered and incorporated
into the feasibility report. The project was well received generally, and there were some valuable
suggestions on project details and construction methods that will provide for a better project and
reduce construction impact. A questionnaire was available to all attendees for staff to receive
valuable information form affected properties.
Mr. Kosluchar said the estimated project cost is $762,000. Funding breakdown is $361,905 City
of Fridley Municipal State Aid, $73,095 assessment to adjacent properties, $138,000 from the
Water Utility Fund, $98,000 from the Storm Water Utility Fund, $16,000 from the Sanitary
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Sewer Fund and $75,000 from Trail/Walk Upgrades. Properties are assessed for street
rehabilitation only.
Properties with driveways on the project streets are assessed. Corner lots are assessed on one side
only. The assessment is based on dividing the proportional street improvement costs for the
assessed area by the number of residential properties. Assessment is calculated on the paving of
the middle 30 feet of the streets less the intersections and other non-assessable properties. Multiple
unit residential properties up to four units pay the lower of the commercial rate, or the residential
rate reduced by 50% for each unit over one. The assessment is based on cost of construction prices.
Mr. Kosluchar reviewed payment options. Option 1 is a lump sum payment within 30 days of
the final assessment hearing (October/November 2910-2020). In Option 2, the amount is added
to property taxes that are paid over 10 years with an interest rate to be determined (typically 5.5 to
6.5%). In Option 3, senior citizens meeting certain criteria may request to have the assessment
deferred until the future sale of the property. Interest accrues until the property is sold. Staff
requests Council open the preliminary assessment hearing and hear all those who desire to address
Council and adopt the attached resolution.
MOTION by Councilmember Tillberry to move into record the email from Elyse Kaner.
Seconded by Councilmember Bolkcom.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED.
Councilmember Barnette said he objected to the $2,425 assessment on the property located on
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the corner lot, 571 Rice Creek Boulevard. The home across the street that goes onto 69 is not
being assessed.
Mr. Kosluchar replied the property across the street has a horseshoe driveway so there are two
ways to access. According to policy, assessment is based on the address when there is more than
one access point.
Councilmember Barnette said that when they live on a corner lot the access should be based on
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the address. Her address is 571 Rice Creek Blvd, but she is being assessed for 69 Avenue.
Mr. Kosluchar replied that this has been the policy since 2006. She may not use Rice Creek
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Boulevard at all because she does not need to use it. We know she drives on 69 which is why
the policy is written that way. When Rice Creek Boulevard is done, she will not be assessed. The
preferential way is to assess the street address. This is not uncommon.
Councilmember Bolkcom said this has been our policy for a long time.
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Councilmember Barnette noted that the map on page 119 shows reconstruction of 69 Avenue
but there will not be access on to the service road.
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Mr. Kosluchar replied that these are streets that exist to be resurfaced or removed. The plan is
still to dedicate the right of way here to the storm water improvements that are required by the
development. The map could have been laid out better. Tonight staff isn’t asking Council’s
decision on the assessment, just if the project should go forward. For other action staff can follow
up and present at the assessment hearing.
Mayor Lund noted that the assessment could be higher down the road when Rice Creek Blvd is
done. For more than a decade a policy has been in place and even though it may not make sense
or be fair, others have had to pay the assessment in similar situations.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked if staff have been contacted by anyone else. She was surprised
no one is here. This was delayed due to the notice that was missed by the Sun Focus moving the
public hearing from March 11 to April 8.
Mr. Kosluchar said that letters were sent out for both hearings and staff has had no contact from
anyone else yet. There are not a lot of properties subject to this assessment.
Councilmember Bolkcom noted that public comments or questions can be sent to public works.
She asked if staff had any idea when residents would be contacted if this project will go forward
and how much notice they would have.
Mr. Kosluchar replied notice would be available optimistically early to mid-June.
Mayor Lund appreciated the option for next year, he is concerned adding this project to all the
other projects going on.
Councilmember Barnette said he is concerned about closing exits and the extra traffic when there
is church service.
Mayor Lund noted that this makes better access on Highway 47 for stacking vehicles.
MOTION by Councilmember Tillberry 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 8:39 PM.
4. Approve the Joint Powers Agreement for the East River Road Sidewalk Extension
Project ST2019-21 between the City of Fridley and the County of Anoka (Ward 3).
Councilmember Bolkcom asked who would plow and maintain the sidewalk and who would pay
for the traffic light.
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Jim Kosluchar, Public Works Director, replied the HRA is providing the funding and the City
will pay Anoka County for construction. The City would maintain, repair and plow. The signal
would be reimbursed through agreements with the HRA, although scoping materials and
preliminary plans are not done.
Councilmember Bolkcom asked if Council should still pass the resolution on the trail tonight, not
knowing the plans for the signal system.
Mr. Kosluchar replied any rework due to the signal system would be minimal, so yes.
Councilmember Bolkcom thought it would be easier for the City to maintain and clear this, but
it is a County road.
Mr. Kosluchar replied that historically this is how business is done between Fridley and Anoka
County. He understands the concerns as staff responds to the public about creating walkways and
the City takes on the burden.
Councilmember Bolkcom said it would be nice if Anoka County would share some of the
ongoing costs.
MOTION by Councilmember Bolkcom to approve the Joint Powers Agreement for the East River
Road Sidewalk Extension Project ST2019-21 between the City of Fridley and the County of
Anoka. Seconded by Councilmember Eggert.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
NEW BUSINESS:
13. Resolution Ordering Final Plans, Specifications and Calling for Bids: 2019 Street
Rehabilitation Project No. 2019-01
Councilmember Barnette thought on page 123, in the second paragraph the description of the
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construction is misleading. 69 Avenue to the East University Avenue Service Road will not be
completed. He asked if that should be in there.
Jim Kosluchar, Public Works Director, replied that staff could request an amended motion based
on the plan that has been shown to Council. Generally, it is correct, but we can be more
specific if needed. The resolution can be amended to say, “east of University Avenue Service
Road so many feet.”
Wally Wysopal, City Manager, said it is listed that way because the road needs to be eliminated.
Councilmember Bolkcom noted that this resolution is to order final plans and the details will be
in the final plans.
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Mr. Kosluchar said that it is a common practice to name the street and Council should feel
comfortable that access to University Service Drive during this project will be eliminated.
Councilmember Bolkcom added that this was also discussed at the neighborhood meeting.
Mayor Lund said he thought everyone understood the scope of this project. The details are in the
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plans and will include removal of that segment of 69. This has been talked about last year and
during open houses.
Councilmember Bolkcom said that this resolution is not different than others we use to go out
for bids.
Councilmember Barnette said that both the map and notification shows that area being done.
Mayor Lund replied that the map is for the purpose of which properties are being assessed.
MOTION by Councilmember Tillberry to adopt Resolution No. 2019-18. Seconded by
Councilmember Bolkcom.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, COUNCILMEMBER BOLKCOM, COUNCILMEMBER
TILLBERRY, COUNCILMEMBER EGGERT, MAYOR LUND VOTING AYE,
COUNCILMEMBER BARNETTE VOTING NAY, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED ON A 4 TO 1 VOTE.
14. Informal Status Reports.
Councilmember Bolkcom thanked everyone who came to the corridor study meetings. The
annual 2019 block captain meeting is Thursday, April 11 and starts promptly at 6:00 p.m. The
Fridley Police Department Commendation Awards meeting is meeting is Thursday, April 18 at
7:00 p.m.
Scott Hickok, Community Development Director, agreed that the corridor study had great
meetings and staff wanted to keep this moving forward. The 8-page report will help support
discussions with MnDOT. Staff will keep the public involved as discussions move forward and
the document will go on the website so those who could not attend can access the report.
Councilmember Bolkcom announced that there is a Town Hall meeting on April 27 from 10 a.m.
to 12 p.m.
Councilmember Eggert said Council depends on residents who participate on various
commissions that we have, and we are getting together next Monday night to appreciate their
efforts.
Mayor Lund added that there are a few openings on the Appeals Commission.
FRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 8, 2019 PAGE 15
ADJOURN:
MOTION by Councilmember Barnette to adjourn. Seconded by Councilmember Eggert.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, ALL VOTING AYE, MAYOR LUND DECLARED THE
MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY AND THE MEETING ADJOURNED AT 9:02 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Krista Peterson Scott J. Lund
Recording Secretary Mayor