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CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Richfield, Minnesota
Regular Meeting
January 8, 2002
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirsch at 6:30 p.m.
Members Present: Martin Kirsch, Mayor; Susan Rosenberg; Gertrude Ulrich; John
Enger; and Sue Sandahl.
Staff Present: Samantha Orduno, City Manager; Steven Devich, Administrative
Services Director; Mike Eastling, Public Works Director; Bruce
Palmborg, Community Development Director; Dan Scott, Public
Safety Director; Bill Fillmore, Municipal Liquor Operations Director;
Jim Topitzhofer, Recreation Services Director; Kevin McGinty, Fire
Services Director; Cheryl Krumholz, Recording Secretary; and
Corrine Thomson, City Attorney.
No one had registered to speak.
Roll Call was taken at the Open Forum; therefore, Mayor Kirsch proceeded
immediately on with the City Council meeting.
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Mayor Kirsch led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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M/Ulrich, S/Rosenberg to approve the minutes of the (1) Special City Council
Meeting of December 5-9. 2001; (2) Regular City Council Meetinq of December 10. 2001;
and (3) Special City Council Meeting of December 12. 2001.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #1
Council Member Rosenberg read the December 19, 2001 Star Tribune editorial I
regarding "Our perspective, Richfield, A classic '50s suburb reborn". She said she was very
proud of the article because it was concise and succinct.
Council Member Ulrich said the ground work for Richfield's success was laid several
years ago and acknowledged the efforts of the League of Women Voters and several key
members of the community.
Mayor Kirsch thanked staff for their efforts in following Council policy and direction.
Item #2
State Senator Jane Ranum, State Representative Dan Larson and State Senator
Dave Johnson spoke regarding the budget deficit and the challenges facing the 2002
Legislature. They also addressed transportation issues, affordable housing and airport
mitigation.
Senator Ranum also spoke about her efforts as Chair of the Crime Prevention
Committee and the State of Minnesota emergency preparedness.
Senator Johnson also spoke about a bonding bill and recreational assets.
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Metropolitan Council Representative Phil Riveness spoke about the Metropolitan
Airports Commission (MAC) backing away from the noise mitigation commitment and
transportation issues.
Hennepin County Commissioner Randy Johnson said Richfield's initiatives were
consistent with Hennepin County's. He also spoke about the budget deficit and a recent
meeting with the Governor.
The City Council wished the Legislators success during the upcoming session and
thanked them for their efforts.
The City Council requested the following meetings be posted for a possible quorum:
1/16 Metro Transit Workshop; Holiday Inn Metrodome; 7:30 a.m.
1/18 Optimist Chili Feed; Wood Lake Lutheran Church; 4:30 p.m.
1/26 Richfield Remodeling Fair; Richfield High School cafeteria; 9:30 a.m.
1/30 Richfield Chamber of Commerce meeting; VFW; 12:00 noon
The Council agreed to conduct a Special City Council Meeting on January 22, 2002 at
5:00 p.m. to conduct additional interviews of commission applicants who were not available
on any other evening.
Item #3
Council Member Enger asked if the vehicle and equipment purchases on the
consent calendar (4H, 41 and 4J) were part of the equipment certificate program.
City Manager Orduno said yes, because they are purchased in 2002 and they are
budgeted items.
M/Rosenberg, S/Sandahl to approve the aqenda.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #4
A. Approved designation of Steven L. Devich, Administrative Services Director, as
Acting City Manager for 2002 S.R. NO.1
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B. Approved resolution designating Richfield Sun-Current as official newspaper and Star
Tribune as second official newspaper for 2002 S.R. No.2
RESOLUTION NO. 9132
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING AN OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER
FOR 2002
This resolution appears as Resolution No. 9132 in Resolution Book No. 73.
C. Approved resolutions designating official depositories for City of Richfield in 2002,
including approval of collateral S.R. NO.3
RESOLUTION NO. 9133
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE RICHFIELD BANK AND TRUST COMPANY
A DEPOSITORY OF FUNDS OF THE CITY OF RICHFIELD
FOR THE YEAR 2002 AND APPROVING COLLATERAL
RESOLUTION NO. 9134
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN SAVING AND LOAN ASSOCIATIONS
AND BANKS AS DEPOSITORIES FOR THE INVESTMENT OF CITY FUNDS IN 2002
RESOLUTION NO. 9135
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN FINANCIAL
INSTITUTIONS AS DEPOSITORIES FOR THE INVESTMENT OF
CITY OF RICHFIELD FUNDS IN 2002
These resolutions appear as Resolution No.'s 9133, 9134 and 9135 in Resolution
Book No. 73.
D. Approved resolution regarding Council Member attendance at Council meetings S.R.
NO.4
RESOLUTION NO. 9136
RESOLUTION REGARDING ATTENDANCE
BY COUNCIL MEMBERS AT COUNCIL MEETINGS
This resolution appears as Resolution No. 9136 in Resolution Book No. 73.
E. Approved first reading of transitory ordinance authorizing planning, design and
execution of Phase One of Outdoor Pool Renovation Project and scheduling public
hearing and second reading for February 12, 2002 S.R. NO.5
F. Approved resolution providing funding of certain human service agencies for 2002
S.R. NO.6
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RESOLUTION NO. 9137
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2002 SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCY FUNDING
RECOMMENDATIONS AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
AGREEMENTS FOR SERVICE WITH THOSE AGENCIES FUNDED BY THE CITY
This resolution appears as Resolution No. 9137 in Resolution Book No. 73.
G. Approved relocation assistance appeal policy S.R. NO.7
H. Approved purchase order to Superior Ford for five new squad cars in amount of
$106,425 S.R. NO.8
I. Approved purchase order to St. Joseph Equipment for Wildcat-M-8000MDR-200
snow blower in amount of $63,088.47 SR. NO.9
J. Approved purchase order to MacQueen Equipment, Inc. for trackless MT5 sidewalk
plow, hydraulic broom and V-plow in amount of $69,578.58 S.R. NO.1 0
K. Approved temporary 3.2 percent malt liquor, itinerant place of amusement, itinerant
food and public dance licenses for Church of the Assumption annual Sno-Ball family
event on January 26, 2002 S.R. No. 11
M/Rosenberg, S/Ulrich to approve the Consent Calendar.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #5
City Manager Orduno reviewed Staff Report No. 12 regarding an ordinance
amending Chapter 13 of the Richfield City Charter by adding a new section authorizing
administrative fines and penalties.
Council Member Ulrich asked if the administrative hearing officer could have the
discretion of imposing community service hours in lieu of a financial penalty. She believes
this to be a good tool and deterrent.
City Attorney Thomson said appropriate fines and penalties are determined by the
City Council.
City Manager Orduno said a community service penalty could be implemented into
the ordinance.
M/Rosenberg, S/Sandahl to close the public hearing.
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Motion carried 5-0.
Council Member Sandahl said there is a need for building maintenance so the I
community doesn't deteriorate. She said she is supportive of the effort to provide a more
hands on approach for this issue.
City Manager Orduno said the maintenance codes are for the community's benefit
and increases awareness. She said the administrative fines and penalties ordinance will
keep these types of issues out of the busy court system.
Council Member Enger asked who serves as the administrative hearing officer.
City Manager Orduno said that will be stated in the ordinance. She said City staff is
not used, but rather an outside legal authority.
M/Ulrich, S/Sandahl that this constitutes the Second Readinq of Bill No. 2002-1
approvinq the amendment of Chapter 13 of the Richfield City Charter by adding a new
section authorizing administrative fines and penalties. that it be published in the official
newspaper and that it be made part of these minutes.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #6
City Manager Orduno reviewed Staff Report No. 13 regarding an ordinance
amending Chapter 7.13 of the Richfield City Charter to establish a June 30 deadline for
submission of the annual financial report.
Council Member Enger asked when the final audit is available.
City Manager Orduno said generally it is available in mid-June.
M/Rosenberg, S/Sandahl to close the public hearinq.
Motion carried 5-0.
Council Member Sandahl commended the Charter Commission for making these
Charter changes to allow improved City functions and a reduction in costs.
M/Ulrich, S/Rosenberg that this constitutes the Second Readinq of Bill No. 2002-2
approvinq the amendment of Section 7.13 of the Richfield City Charter to establish a June
30 deadline for the submission of the annual financial report. that it be published in the
official newspaper and that it be made part of these minutes.
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Motion carried 5-0.
Item #7
Community Development Director Palmborg reviewed Staff Report No. 14 regarding
consideration of a resolution granting final approval of a subdivision for the Best Buy
Campus.
Council Member Rosenberg asked if a sidewalk was located around the entire site.
City Manager Orduno said yes, there is a one mile walking path that is open to the
public.
Community Development Director Palmborg said the sidewalk is located on Best
Buy property, so it doesn't appear on the plat.
Council Member Enger said he appreciated the colored maps that were attached to
this Staff Report because it made a legal description easier to read.
M/Rosenberg, S/Sandahl to close the public hearinq.
Motion carried 5-0.
Council Member Sandahl asked to have the outlots clarified.
City Attorney Thomson said Outlot A was the former Buick site, Outlot B the former
Isuzu site, and Outlot C was the former McCarthy site.
Council Member Sandahl stated that all the sites were slated for the 1-494
construction area.
M/Rosenberg, S/Kirsch that the following resolution be adopted. that it be spread in
the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes:
RESOLUTION NO. 9138
RESOLUTION GRANTING FINAL APPROVAL OF A SUBDIVISION FOR
OPUS NORTHWEST, L.L.C. AND THE BEST BUY CAMPUS
Motion carried 4-1. (Enger opposed.) This resolution appears as Resolution No.
9138 in Resolution Book No. 73.
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City Manager Orduno stated the public hearing and second reading of a transitory
ordinance to authorize conveyance of a remnant parcel to Century Court Apartments
needed to be continued to February 12, 2002 because the holidays delayed the
completion of the revised Stipulation Agreement.
M/Rosenberg, S/Sandahl to continue until the Council meeting on February 12,
2002 the public hearing and second readinq of the transitory ordinance to authorize the
conveyance of a remnant parcel to Century Court Apartments.
Item #9
Motion carried 5-0.
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City Manager Orduno reviewed Staff Report No. 16 regarding an ordinance
amendment to the City Code Section 405 regarding the Housing Maintenance Code;
rescind Resolution 9119 of Appendix D and to approve the resolution amending Appendix
D with new fees added related to changes in the Housing Maintenance Code; and the
consideration of a resolution approving a summary publication of Ordinance Code Section
405 by title and summary.
Public Safety Director Scott said this had been a two-year process and considerable
input in the final ordinance was received.
Deb Moran, representative of the Minnesota Multi-Housing Association, 8030 Old
Cedar Avenue, Bloomington, thanked the City for the ordinance and complimented City
staff and Julianne Schwietz, Community Apartment Program Director, for their efforts.
Council Member Sandahl said she appreciated compliments on staff's efforts to
provide efficient service, especially when it is from someone other than the City Council.
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Council Member Enger thanked the committee for their efforts and said the
ordinance should help solve some public safety issues at certain trouble sites.
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Mayor Kirsch also thanked th~ .committee. He said some apartment complexes
need more help than others. .. .,
M/Rosenberg, S/Sandahl to close the public hearing.
Motion carried 5-0.
M/Rosenberg, S/Sandahl that this constitutes the Second Reading of Bill No. 2002-
3 approvinq the amendment to the City Code Section 405 regarding the housinq
maintenance code; that it be published in the official newspaper and that it be made part of
these minutes; and that the followinq resolutions be adopted. that they be spread in the
resolution book and that they be made part of these minutes:
RESOLUTION NO. 9139
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE AMENDMENT OF CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF
RESOLUTION 9119 ENTITLED "RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 2002 LICENSE, PERMIT
AND MISCELLANEOUS FEES PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF APPENDIX D OF
THE ORDINANCE CODE OF THE CITY OF RICHFIELD RESCINDING RESOLUTION
NO.9119
RESOLUTION NO. 9140
RESOLUTION APPROVING SUMMARY PUBLICATION OF
ORDINANCE NO. 2002-3 BY TITLE AND SUMMARY
Motion carried 5-0. These resolutions appear as Resolution No.'s 9139 and 9140 in
Resolution Book No. 73.
Item #10
City Manager Orduno reviewed Staff Report No. 17 regarding a request for
driveway improvements for 1912 and 1920 West 76th Street as part of the 76th Street
Widening Project.
City Manager Orduno said the proposed improvements are for safety reasons, not
just aesthetic. She said the cost is approximately $3,000 per driveway and will be a
General Fund expenditure.
Council Member Enger suggested the driveway materials be either concrete or
bituminous.
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Joe Krzyzaniak, 1920 West 76th Street, expressed objections to the Best Buy
project because he believes there will be traffic problems and the value of his home will
decrease. He requeted a concrete driveway and turnaround for his property.
Pam Krzyzaniak, 1920 West 76th Street, stated the work at Best Buy and 76th
Street was a nightmare. She said their home has not suffered any structural damage due
to the construction, but their floors now creak, which was not present before.
M/Sandahl, S/Rosenberg to approve a revised policy for driveway improvements for
1912 and 1920 West 76th Street.
Council Member Rosenberg said she sympathizes with the Krzyzaniak's, but added
there are always downsides to any improvements or reconstruction. She said she believes
that when Best Buy is finished, it will be a benefit to the entire community. She also said
she did not believe housing values would decrease. She said the City will continue to help
people who live in the affected area as much as possible.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #11
City Manager Orduno reviewed Staff Report No. 18 regarding work order number
23 to SEH Consultants for design services related to reconstruction of Knox Avenue in the
amount of $52,878.32 and Staff Report No. 19 regarding work order number 24 to SEH
Consultants for design services related to replacing ICTM interconnect on 76th Street
between 1-35W and Sheridan Avenue in the amount of $40,573.61. She said separate
action on each work order would be necessary.
Public Works Director Eastling explained that meetings with Colony Apartments and
Fountainhead Apartments resulted in a change in the Knox Avenue access which was not
part of the original SEH contract.
Mr. Eastling explained that it was discovered the Integrated Corridor Traffic
Management system interconnect on 76th Street between 1-35W and Sheridan Avenue
needed to be replaced. He said this work was unanticipated and outside the original
scope of SEH services in the contract.
Public Works Director Eastling said he asked SEH to separate these costs from the
original scope of the contract and submit the charges for payment.
M/Rosenberg, S/Sandahl to approve Work Order Number 23 to SEH Consultants in
the amount of $52,878.32 for desiqn services related to the reconstruction of Knox
Avenue.
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Council Member Rosenberg said this work needed to be done to accommodate the
residents.
Mayor Kirsch said the entire project is so large it is difficult to ascertain all
expenses. He said the change results in much better apartment access.
Council Member Sandahl said the changes are worth the effort when the end result
is better.
Council Member Ulrich said the entire Best Buy project has gone as well as it has
because of a competent staff.
Motion carried 4-1. (Enger opposed.)
Item #12
City Manager Orduno reviewed Staff Report No. 19, at the same time as Staff
Report No. 18, regarding work order number 24 to SEH Consultants for design services
related to replacing ICTM interconnect on 76th Street between 1-35W and Sheridan
Avenue in the amount of $40,573.61. She said separate action on each work order would
be necessary.
M/Rosenberg, S/Sandahl to approve Work Order Number 24 to SEH Consultants in
the amount of $40,573.61 for desiqn services related to replacing the ICTM interconnect
on 76th Street between 1-35W and Sheridan Avenue.
Motion carried 4-1. (Enger opposed.)
Item #13
City Manager Orduno reviewed Staff Report No. 20 regarding Council Liaison
appointments for 2002 to various Metropolitan Agencies and City Commissions for 2002.
M/Sandahl, S/Rosenberg to approve the appointment of Susan Rosenberg as
liaison and Gertrude Ulrich as alternate to the Human Riqhts Commission.
Motion and second withdrawn and restated.
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M/Sandahl, S/Rosenberg to keep the 2001 liaison appointments the same for 2002
with the following exceptions:
Human Rights Commission:
Susan Rosenberq
Gertrude Ulrich
John Enqer
Susan Rosenberq
Gertrude Ulrich
Community Services Commission
Enterprise Facilitation Board
The followinq remain the same as 2001 :
Associated Metro Municipalities
Gertrude Ulrich
Sue Sandahl
John Enger
Steve Devich
Gertrude Ulrich
Samantha Orduno
Sue Sandahl
John Enqer
Sue Sandahl
Samantha Orduno
Susan Rosenberq
John Enqer
Kathy Farris
Susan Rosenberq
Sue Sandahl
Mike Eastlinq
Sue Sandahl
Tom Foley
Martin Kirsch
Susan Rosenberq
Martin Kirsch
Susan Rosenberg
Martin Kirsch
Sue Sandahl
Susan Rosenberq
Gertrude Ulrich
Gertrude Ulrich
Susan Rosenberq
Sue Sandahl
Southwest Cable Commission
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Leaque of Minnesota Cities
Richfield School District
Storefront/Youth Action
1-35W Solutions Alliance
494 Corridor Commission
Advisory Board of Health
Planning Commission
Friendship City Commission
Richfield Community Human
Services Planninq Council
FOWL Board
Richfield 2020
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Item #14
City Manager Orduno reviewed Staff Report No. 21 regarding the draft Richfield
2002 Legislative Initiatives and Policies.
Council Member Sandahl asked that funds for recreational assets be reviewed as
suggested earlier by Senator Dave Johnson.
City Manager Orduno explained bonding regulations for recreational assets. She
said the eastside may not meet the bonding regulations.
Council Member Enger said Senator Johnson mentioned a bonding bill may allow
funds for ballfield replacement. He said that if the Metropolitan Airport Commission (MAC)
zones an area on the eastside for no buildings, a golf driving range could be constructed.
M/Sandahl, S/Rosenberg to approve the City of Richfield 2002 Leqislative Initiatives
and Policies.
Motion carried 5-0.
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Item #15
M/Kirsch, S/Rosenberg to desiqnate Council Member Sandahl to serve as Mayor
Pro Tempore for the year 2002.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #14
M/Rosenberg, S/Sandahl that the following claims and payrolls be approved:
RICHFIELD BANK & TRUST CO. 12-26-01
I I NT Checks: 110547- 110569 $ 87,501.82
H/C 112489 - 112821 $ 1,538,700.80
PAYROLL 28134 - 28323 $ 474,780.09
TOTAL $ 2,100,982.71
RICHFIELD BANK & TRUST CO. 1-8-02
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INT Checks: 110570- 110598
HIe 112823 - 113056
PAYROLL 28325 - 28510
$ 373,548.94 I
$ 514,137.57
$ 481,160.86
$ 1,368,847.37
TOTAL
Motion carried 5-0.
No one addressed the City Council.
The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 8:24 p.m.
Date Approved: January 22, 2002
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