05-27-1980
CITY OF RICHFIELD
Regular Meeting
May 27, 1980
The City°Council of the City of Richfield met in regular session in the Council
Chambers of the City Hall on Tuesday, May 27, 1980, at 7:00 p.m.
Mayor Priebe gave the invocation.
Cub Scout Pack 337, Den ~~2 led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance..
Mayor Priebe presented the Scout Troop certificates expressing the city's
appreciation for presenting the colors and leading in the Pledge of Allegiance
for the council meetings.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald J. Priebe at 7:10 p.m.
Present: Bunce, Collins, Ludeman, Luet°tinger, Priebe
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1. Minutes
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Luettinger that the minutes of the regular
council meeting of May 12, and the Board of Review meeting of May 19, 1980, be
approved as presented.
A11 ayes - Carried.
2. Proposal by Richfield Human Rights Commission to Sponsor Ethnic Festivals
Mary Jane Samples, 7001 Sheridan, Chairperson of the Richfield Human Rights
Commission, spoke regarding ethnic festivals the Commission is planning for the
month of August at the Hub Shopping Center parking lot. The council indicated they
were supporti~~e of the concept but would like further details on costs and arrange-
ments before committing the city.
Motion by Collins, seconded by Luettinger to defer further consideration of
this item to the June 9, 1980 city council meeting.
All ayes - Carried.
3. Presentation of Award to Employee of the Quarter
Mayor° Priebe presented an award to John Heddle, who was selected as the
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"Employee of the Quarter" in recognition of his work in energy conservation at
the ice arena and for his work in remodeling of the city hall.
4. Opportunity for Members of the Audience to Address the City Council
Arnold Odefey, 7109 Morgan, president of West Richfield Girls' Softball
Teams, requested information regarding the status of the girls' softball playing
fields that had been discussed at the April 14, 1980 city council meeting. The
council agreed to discuss the issue at the June 9, 1980, council meeting.
George Tellgren, 6737 Upton, also spoke on the softball issue, He asked
if a survey format was appropriate. He also voiced concern about alleys and
requested a firm plan for alley improvement.
Sid Sanford, 7000 Portland, asked about noise abatement.
5. Request for Special Use Permit to A11ow the Serving of Wine, Shakey's Pizza
Karl Nollenberger, City Manager, presented the request of Shakey's Pizza
Parlor, 500 East 78th Street, for a special use permit to allow the serving of
wine. He indicated that zoning ordinance requirements are met and that the staff
and planning commission have recommended approval of this request fdr a special
use permit for on-sale wine.
Mr. David J. Whetstone, vice president of Shakey's,and Bob Waldron, manager
of the local restaurant, were present and answered council questions.
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Collins to close the hearing.
All ayes - Carried.
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Collins to approve this application for a
special use permit to allow the sale of .wine with the stipulation that a wine
license be obtained.
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All ayes - Carried.
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6. Ordinance Amendment Relating to Issuance of Certain Licenses and Permits.
Second Reading.
Karl Nollenberger, City Manager, presented an amended version of the proposed
ordinance amendment dealing with the licensing authority for certain city licenses.
Motion by Luettinger, seconded by Ludeman to approve the amendments to
this proposed ordinance.
A11 ayes - Carried.
Bi11 1980-12, "An Amendment to Chapters V, VI and X of the Ordinance Code
of the City of Richfield", regulating certain amusement and recreation activities,
was read and reviewed by City Attorney, Clayton LeFevere, the same being on file
in the office of the city clerk. (C-9908)
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Bunce that this constitute a second reading
of Bi11 1980-12, as amended, that it be published in the official newspaper and
that it be made a part of these minutes.
Poll of votes: Ayes - Collins, Luettinger, Bunce, Ludeman, Priebe. Nays - None.
Carried.
Lawrence Wozniczka, 6744 Wentworth, asked if the licensing of saunas was
still under the council's jurisdiction. The council advised that it was.
7. Request for Rezoning, Variance and Special Use Permit, Super America,
77th and Nicollet Avenue
Karl Nollenberger, Gity Manager, reviewed the rezoning request of Super
America to rezone 7645 Nicollet from C-1, Neighborhood Business, to C-2, General
.Commercial, to enable them to replace their existing service'stat~on with a new
service station store. He said that second reading of this rezoning, ordinance
had been scheduled for this meeting, however, the staff had received evidence
that the petition submitted by Super America did not contain the required
number of valid signatures.
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City Attorney, Clayton LeFevere, provided legal definition to the petition
deficiency.
John Hokanson, 1240 W. 98th Street, Bloomington, spoke on Super America's
behalf and asked for a delay to the June 9th meeting.,
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Luettinger to defer second reading of this
rezoning ordinance to the June 9, 1980 city council meeting.
All ayes - Carried.
8. Authorization to Make Application for Community Development Block Grant Funds
Karl Nollenberger, City Manager, advised the city council that the U. S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has approved the release of
approximately $600,000 of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to the
Metropolitan Council. The funds being released are bonus funds, which represent
unspent monies originally allocated to communities for use in 1978.
While the HRA will be responsible for the implementation of the Bonus Grant
Program, the city is required to make application for funds and comply with reporting
requirements similar to our annual CDBG application. The city manager recommended
that the city council adopt the appropriate resolution authorizing submission of
an application for these CDBG bonus funds.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Luettinger that the following resolution be
adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made a part of
these minutes:
RESOLUTION N0. 6239
APPROVING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT BONUS GRANT PROPOSAL
Po11 of votes: Ayes - Collins, Luettinger, Bunce, Ludeman, Priebe.' Nays - None.
Carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6239 in Resolution Book No. 44.~
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9. Approval of Easement Agreements for Lyndale Avenue Improvements
Karl Nollenberger, City Manager, reviewed negotiations the city has been
conducting with two property owners in the area of the Lyndale Avenue Improvement
project to obtain easement areas needed for the completion of this project.
Trestman Music Store, 6630 Lyndale, has agreed to provide permanent and
temporary construction easements for $9,910; and the Goldmans, owners of property
in the vicinity of the Lyndale Garden Center, have agreed to provide both the
permanent and temporary easements for $1,500..
The city manager recommended that the city council adopt the appropriate
resolutions authorizing the mayor and city manager to enter into purchase agree-
ments with Trestman Music Store and the Goldmans.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Bunce that the following resolution be adopted;
that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made a part of these minutes:
RESOLUTION N0. 6243 ,
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF PURCHASE
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITX OF RICHFIELD
AND THE OWNERS OF 6630 LYNDALE AVENUE
FOR LYNDALE AVENUE EASEMENTS
Po11 of votes: Ayes - Collins, Luettinger, Bunce, Ludeman, Priebe. Nays - None.
Carried. This resolution appears as Resolu~3.on No. 6243 in Resolution Book No.'44.,
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Bunce that the following resolution be adopted;
that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made a part of these minutes:
RESOLUTION N0. 6244
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF PURCHASE
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF RICHFIELD
AND THE OWNERS OF .840 WEST 65TH STREET .
FOR LYNDALE AVENUE EASEMENTS
Po11 of votes: Ayes - Collins, Luettinger, Bunce, Ludeman, Priebe. Nays - None.
Carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6244 in ,Resolution Book No. 44.
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Lawrence Wozniczka, 6744 Wentworth, stated he wished to go on record as
requesting the staff to consider vacating Circle Place in order to offset paying
for the easements.
10. Authorization to Implement Contract Agreement and Initiate Right-of-Way
Purchase, 66th Street Improvement Project
Karl Nollenberger, City Manager, reviewed proposed design improvements to
66th Street between Lyndale Avenue and I-35W. He noted that this project has
been under discussion with Hennepin County since 1976, although various funding
constraints and coordination with other improvements in the general vicinity
have postponed the project to its present anticipated construction date of 1981.
To cohtinue this project it will be necessary to acquire several properties and
property easements and the city manager recommended that the city council authorize
acquisition of these properties. The properties that the city anticipates acquiring
are 6556 Emerson, 901 West 66th Street, 911 West 66th Street and 920 West 66th
Street.
Don Ringrose, engineer with Bather, Ringrose, Wolsfeld, Inc., presented a
sketch of the street improvements and answered questions from the council.
The city manager read a letter from Carl E. McBride, Chairman of the C.I.C.,
expressing approval of the West 66th Street Improvement Project, and the hope for
a minimal interruption of traffic. (C-9911)
Mr. John Kenealey, 6400 Blaisdell, Chairman of the RING Committee, spoke
against Layout No. 7 for this project and asked .for more study.
Sid Sanford, 7000 Portland Avenue, defended-the rights 'of private property
owners and asked that private homes not.be condemned.
Tom Ticen, spoke on behalf of the Johnsons of 901 West 66th Street. He
cautioned the_ council. not to act hastily and asked that private homeowners'
properties be preserved.
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Don Lynch, 6617 Lakeshore Drive, expressed concern for the highrise being
built on Lakeshore Drive and said he didn't feel the changes in 66th Street were
necessary.
Tom Morgan, Public Safety Director, cited safety. factors and said that this
area was a high accident area and a dangerous place to drive.
Lawrence Wozniczka, 6744 Wentworth, a member of the RING Committee, pointed
out inconsistencies in presentations, said this was not a comprehensive plan since
it does not include sidewalks, and asked that properties not be taken off the tax
rolls.
James J. Keegan, 911 West 66th Street, stated he was unwilling to sell his
home unless he is given a fair market value price and relocation allowance.
John Malinski, 917 W. 66th Street, suggested a stop light be installed on
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Graham Avenue and that he was opposed to taking private homes.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Collins to authorize the city manager and
mayor to execute an amendment in the contract with the county, relating to sharing
of the project costs.
Poll of votes: Ayes - Collins, Luettinger, Ludeman, Priebe. Nays - Bunce. Carried.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Collins that the following resolution be
adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made a part of
these minutes:
RESOLUTION N0. 6240
RESOLUTION APPROVING COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY N0. 53
COUNTY PROJECT N0. 7635
SUPPLEMENT N0. 1 TO PUBLIC WORKS
AGREEMENT N0. PW 13-19-76
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Po11 of votes: Ayes - Collins,. Luettinger, Ludeman, Priebe. Nays - Bunce. Carried.
This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6240 in Resolution Book No. 44.
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Lawrence Wozniczka, 6744 Wentworth, said he felt no consideration had been
given to those who have to live with the results of Plan 7; it will go by his house;
and he again encouraged the staff and council to explore preferred alternatives.
11. Resolution Relating to Police and Fire Pension Fund Legislation
Karl Nollenberger, City Manager, advised the city council that the 1980
session of the Minnesota Legislature had approved an act providing that a1T new
police officers and firefighters hired after June 15, 1980, would become members
of the statewide PERA plan subsequent to April 1, 1980. The city manager recom-
mended that a resolution be adopted to protect the city's availability for financing
from the state to pay the unfunded liability.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Luettinger that the following resolution be
adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made a part of
these minutes:
RESOLUTION N0. 6241
RESOLUTION RELATING TO POLICE AND FIRE
PERSONNEL: IlKPLEMENTING THE
PROVISIONS OF MINNESOTA LAWS 1980,
CHAPTER 607, ARTICLE XV,
SECTIONS 6 AND 23
Po11 of votes: Ayes - Collins, Luettinger, Bunce, Ludeman. Nays - None. Absent -
Priebe. Carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6241 in Resolution Book
No. 44.
12. Request to Erect Outdoor Advertising Sign
Karl Nollenberger, City Manager, reviewed the new request submitted by
Nordquist Sign Company to erect an outdoor advertising sign at the rear of Twin
City Tire, Inc., at 719 West 77 1/2 Street. Mr'. Nollenberger reviewed the staff
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recommendation for denial of this sign permit on the basis that the proposed sign
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would violate four provisions of the city sign ordinance.
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Jim Miller, representing Twin City Tire, Inc., appeared in support of this
request. Tom Morgan, Public Safety Director, responded to questions of the council
with regard to this matter.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Collins to grant the necessary variance and
permit to erect an advertising sign conditional upon the satisfactory agreement
between the chief building inspector and the contractor on the site location for ,
the proposed sign installation.
All ayes - Carried.
13. Resolut ion Relating to Mileage Reimbursement Policy
Joyce Wilde, Administrative Services Director, reviewed a proposal to increase
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the mileage reimbursement rate to employees for use of their private vehicles on
city business. The present mileage reimbursement of 19~ per mile was authorized
by the city council in March, 1980. Ms. Wilde presented calculations on the cost
of operating a vehicle compiled by the Hertz. Corporation and AAA which indicate
that in~addition to the costs of gas and oil, maintenance and insurance costs have
also increased substantially. She recommended that the city council acopt a
resolution authorizing the city manager to implement a mileage reimbursement of•
22~ per mile effective June 1, 1980.
Motion by Collins, seconded by Ludeman that the following resolution be adopted;
that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made a part of these minutes:
RESOLUTION N0. 6424
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING MILEAGE
REIMBURSk'~NIENT RATE
Poll of votes: Ayes - Collins, Luettinger, Bunce~, Ludeman, Priebe. Nays - None.
Carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6424 in Resolution Book No. 44.
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Richard Blevins, 7539 Washburn, said he felt the increase was too great.
14. Authorization to Withdraw from LOGIS Utility Billing System
Joyce Wilde, Administrative Services Director, requested city council
consideration of the proposal to withdraw the city's computerized production of
utility bills from the LOGIS (Local Government Information Service) and begin
producing these bills on the city's in-house computer. She reviewed the background
of the city's involvement with LOGIS which was authorized by the city council in .
January 23, 1978. Prior to this time, the city staff evaluated the data processing
needs of the city and determined that a limited use of LOGTS would be advantageous
in reducing the conversion time required on the in-house computer system.
In October, 1978, the new computer was installed and the staff has completed
converting all of the on-going computer applications. It now appears that it would
be financially advantageous to bring the utility billing production back in-house.
Ms. Wilde indicated that LOGTS has established a withdrawal assessment to the~city
of approximately $28,000, payable at approximately $5,000 per year; however, this
assessment will be offset by the expected savings of $19,000 gained through the
production of utility bills in-house. Ms. Wilde recommended that the city council
authorize the city manager to withdraw from LOGIS as an operating associate.
Motion by Luettinger, seconded by Ludeman to authorize the city manager to
withdraw from LOGIS as an operating associate, while maintaining the status of
cooperating associate as provided in the original joint powers agreement.
All ayes - Carried.
15. Appointments~to the Human Rights Commission
Karl Nollenberger, City Manager, presented the names of applicants for
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appointment to -the Human Rights Commission for council consideration.
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Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Luettinger to reappoint Ralph Olson and
Steve Sable.
Poll of votes: Ayes - Ludeman, Luettinger. Nays - Collins, Bunce, Priebe. Motion
failed.
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Collins to defer appointments until June 23, 1980,
and endeavor to interest more youth in membership.
All ayes - Carried.
16. Street Garage Remodeling Project Authorization
Karl Nollenberger, City Manager, requested city council approval for remodeling
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and expansion of the central garage facility. He indicated that by using city force
labor, costs can be significantly reduced, and funding for this remodeling project
is included in the central garage project of the capital improvement program:
Mayor Priebe stated he wished to go on record as saying he is not 100'percent
in favor of garage expansion inasmuch as the city is riot expanding, he does ncit
see the need for the facilities to expand.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Luettinger to approve the preliminary plans
for remodeling the central garage facility and authorize preparation of final
plans and specifications, and solicitation of bids.
A11 ayes - Carried.
17. Snowplowing Problems
The city council discussed problems relating to snow plowing that was encountered
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during the last winter season. The majority of complaints received are the result
of cars parked on 'the street. It was suggested that, rather than pursue mare
stringent parking regulations, a public relations program could be launched with
articles in the quarterly publications and feature stories in the newspaper to
inform the public how they could themselves help to improve the service.
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Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Bunce to authorize the staff to undertake a
public relations program through local articles, as well as take-home brochures
for distribution through schools, service clubs and other community oriented
efforts.
All ayes - Carried.
18. License - Fee Waived
Karl Nollenberger, City Manager, spoke against the application for a fee waved
license for Frenchman's Bar softball tournament.
Motion by Luettinger, seconded by Bunce to deny this application for a fee
waived license and charge the applicant the required fee of $10 per day.
All ayes - Carried.
19. Consent Calendar
Motion by Luettinger, seconded by Collins that the following resolutions be
adopted; that they be spread in the resolution book and that they be made a part
of these minutes:
RESOLUTION N0. 6242
RESOLUTION RELATING TO TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNS
"SPECIAL NO PARKING ZONE" ON THE EAST SIDE OF
BLAISDELL AVENUE FOR A DISTANCE OF ONE CAR
LENGTH ADTACENT TO 6331 BLAISDELL AVENUE SOUTH
RESOLUTION N0. 6238
RESOLUTION APPROVING PLAT OF
WOOD LAKE VILLAGE ADDITION
Poll of votes: Ayes - Collins, Luettinger, Bunce, Ludeman, Priebe. ,Nays - None.
Carried. These resolutions appear as Resolutions~Numbers 6238 and 6242 in Resolution.
Book No. 44.~
Motion by Luettinger; seconded by Collins that the following items be approved:
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1. Authorization to Request Bids for Betty Crocker Pie Shop Demolition-C.L. 191
2. Minutes, Tabulation of Bids and Award of Contract for Seal Coating, Area
2 and Change Order for Area 1-C.L. 185- Allied Blacktop - $61,370.20.
3.~_ Minutes, Tabulation of Bids and Award of Contract for Hot Asphalt
Mix-C.L. 186- Reject. Authorize purchase from McNamara-Vivant.@$14.75/ton.
4. Recommendation for Denial of Taxicab Driver's License-C.L. 181- David Conley.
5. Recommendation for Denial of Taxicab Company License-C.L. 187- Fublic Taxi.
6. Purchases in Excess of $1,000-C.L. 195
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A. Grass seed; golf course, $5,356,and fertilizer, $630, less discount
of $803.40, for total price of $5,182 from 0. M. Scott.
B. Improvements to air system at city hall - Midland Heating in the
amount of $4,990.
C. Dredging storm sewer holding ponds - Bolander Construction in the estimated
amount of $7,040.
D. Grill and fryer ventilation system in conjunction with concession
operation at the golf course - Nielsen Sheet Metal, Inc. in the amount
of $2,980.
7. Payments and Estimates
A. Minnesota Valley Wholesale, CP 733 - $12,112.50
B. Stanley Pond, 75% complete, Contract 2327, Lime Sludge Removal -
$13,342.50
C. Erickson Construction Co., Contract 2332, Sanitary sewer water
main construction, 100% complete - $6,948.50
D. Lee Richert Plumbing, CP 740, 100% complete, Carbon dioxide
storage, water plant - $6,382.00
8. Request for street barricade for block party - Xerxes Avenue between
70th and 70 1/2 Street - July 4, 1980 - 3:OO.p.m. to 12:00 midnight
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9. Licenses
Regular
New Walser Buick, 2100 W. 78th Street
New Gulfstream Seafoods, Southdale Square
New Shirley Larson, 2828 Huntington Avenue
Taxicab.Driver
New Terry Welch, 7215 Columbus Avenue
New Cindy Corder, 8909 Wentworth Avenue
New John Fisher, 3200 E. 53rd Street
New Roger Larson, Winger, MN
Fee Waived
New Richfield .Taycee's - Taft Park
Renewal ERMA E. Richfield Litttle League
10. C1ai.ms: and Payrolls
SUMMIT STATE BANK
Checks 63561/63579 $938,835.18
RICHFIELD BANK & TRUST
Checks 1161/46538 General $356,830.91
Checks 58416/58711 Payroll 165,675.73
A11 ayes - Carried.
20. Ad-journment
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Collins that the meeting adjourn.
All ayes - Carried. Time: 11:35 p.m.
Date Approved: June 9, 1980
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