04-27-1981CITY OF RICHFIELD
Council Meeting
.April 27, 1981
The City Council of the City of Richfield met in regular session in the
council chambers of the City Hatl on Monday, April 28, 1981, at 7:00 p.m.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Priebe.
Present: Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Ludeman, Priebe
Rev. Dan Walter, pastor of Richfield Evangelical Free Church, gave the in-
vocation.
Boy Scounts and Cub Scouts from Troop 262, under the leadership of scout
master Doug Wells, presented the colors and led the Pledge of Allegiance. Mayor
- Priebe presented the scouts certificates of appreciation in recognition of their
participation in the meeting.
1. Minutes
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Collins that the minutes of the regular meeting
of April 13, 1981, be approved.
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Ludeman, Priebe. Abstain - Hassenstab.
Carried.
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Collins that the minutes of the special council
meeting of April 20, 1981, be approved.
All ayes - Carried.
2. Presentation of 1980 City of Richfield Financial Statements
City Manager Nollenberger introduced Administrative Services Director Joyce
Wilde, who presented a summary of the financial condition of the city in Light of
Governor Quie's proposed budget restrictions.
3. Status Report on Liquor Licensing of the Left Guard Corporation, Inc.
Public Safety Director Tom 1Korgari reviewed the five safety issues, as outlined
in Council Letter No. 133, that had led to the city council issuing the Left Guard
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Corp., Inc, a provisional liquor license on January 12, 1981. He indicated that
the Left Guard has made significant. progress toward correcting all of the concerns
identified by the staff.
Mr. Michael Larkin, manager of the establishment,lspoke on behalf of his employer
and expressed their continued cooperation in complying with the issues raised at
the license renewal hearing.
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Hassenstab to continue this licensure for the
remainder of 1981 and approve the memorandum of understanding between the City of
Richfield and the Left Guard, Inc.
All ayes - Carried.
4. Opportunity for Members of the Audience to Address the Citv Council
Richard Blevins, 7539 Washburn Avenue, asked for more information on the
May 26, 1981 public hearing regarding widening of Lyndale Avenue.
5. Approval of Agenda
Mayor Priebe asked that the item of city hall security be ad"ded to the agenda.
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Collins to approve the agenda.
All ayes - Carried.
6. Request for Special Use Permit to Construct a Day Care Center at 609 West
Mr. .Terry Kamps, developer of the building for the Especially for Children Day
Care Center, said he was reluctantly withdrawing the request for special use permit.
Ms. Priscilla Williams, of Espec-sally for Children, stated that because of
the extreme overreaction and obvious hostility of the neighbors, they would not
force themselves where they were not wanted.
Sue Sandahl, 7601 Bryant, representing the Richfield DFL, spoke in support of
the day care center and outlined her support for more child care alternatives.
A11an Anderson, 7333 Garfield,-spoke on behalf of his neighborhood and said
he saw no real need for this type of facility in the community.
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_ Sue Sarver, 7345 Wentworth, Chairman of Southwest Daycare Center, indicated
she would be willing to assist the council in a further needs assessment.
Councilmember Collins staid she sees a need for this type of service and that
she is sorry that the needs of parents are not being responded to.
Mayor Priebe said he agreed with Ms. Collins .and reiterated the need for
attracting young families into Richfield.
7. Public Hearing for A11ey Paving Pro_ect CP 7341, 7342_ (_N_icollet - First Avenue,
71 - 72nd Street; Clinton and Third Avenue, 66th - 67th Street; Stevens and Second
Avenue, 71 - 72nd Street)
City Manager Nollenberger introduced the public hearing on improvement of the
following alleys:
Between From To
Nicollet and First Avenues 71st Street 72nd Street
Clinton and Third Avenue 66th Street 67th Street
Stevens and Second Avenue 71st Street 72nd Street
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City Engineer Michael Eastling addressed the council and reviewed the proposed
alley improvements with flip charts.
Ambrose Arnold, 6628 Clinton, asked who determines whether the resurfacing
will be done in concrete or asphalt. Mayor Priebe responded that it was determined
through the bidding process.
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. 6418
RESOLUTION ORDING THE PERMANENT ALLEY
IMPROVEMENTS ON THE FOLLOWING ALLEYS
(Clinton & 3rd Avenue; Stevens & 2nd Avenue
Poll of votes; Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Ludeman, Priebe. Nays- None.
Carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6418 in Resolution Book No. 46.
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Mr. Eastling made comments concerning the Nicollet alley situation-which is
commercial and residential. This alley was included in the proposed improvement
project by council action.
Mr. Lamand Kopesky,.1208 W. :3rd Street, representing Wooddale Baptist Church"
which abuts a portion of the alley, said they were desirous of being good neighbors
and although the church would not pick up the-100% assessment, they pledged to pay
for maintenance of the entire alley for the duration of their stay at that location.
Mrs. Dennis O'Brien, 7124 Ist Avenue, said the alley's deterioration was
caused by heavy traffic caused by church activities and she felt the residents
deserved a new alley.
" George Tellgren, 6937 Upton, and Mrs. Ted Nordstrom, 7141 Nicollet, asked
questions about the rates and remarked about traffic and illegal parking.
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Collins to close the hearing.
All ayes - Carried.
Councilmember Ludeman indicated that he wished to abstain from voting because
he is a member of Wooddale Church.
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Bunce to allow Mr. Ludeman to abstain
from voting.
All ayes - Carried.
Motion by Bunce, 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. 6419
RESOLUTION ORDERING THE PERMANENT ALLEY
IMPROVEMENT ON THE FOLLOWING ALLEY
(Nicollet and First Avenue)
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Priebe. Nays - None. Abstain -
Ludeman. Carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6419 in Resolution
Book No. 46. - -
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8. Location of Softball Fields far West Richfield Girls Softball
City Manager Nollenberger introduced the. discussion relating to location of
girls softball playing fields at Monroe Park or relocation to Donaldson Park.
Community Services Director Don Fondrick reviewed the historical background
and development of the park system.
Paul Fjar, president of Brauer & Associate Architects, reviewed safety factors
and concerns that need to be taken into consideration in park development.
The city manager explained the limited warranty deed which .contains a number
of covenants which were conditions added to the transfer of the Donaldson Park
property from Allied Stores to the City of Richfield. One of the covenants is that
only one-third of the park may be used for athletic playing fields.
Arnie Odefey, director of West Richfield Girls Softball League, reiterated the
league's position. He said safety was a major concern; that it would be dangerous
to have softball near baseball; and that he did not support moving girls softball
to the Donaldson site.
A large representation of interested residents were in the audience, and
a number voiced their concerns.
The following persons spoke in favor of girls softball at Monroe Park:
Irving Paszkieivicz, 6721 Irving
Mary Haws, 6644 Irving
Tammy Hyde, 6732 W.Pleasant
Lori Schalschneider, 6332 Thomas
Steve Robinson, 7309 James
LaVonne Applebaum, 6650 Newton
Robert Hall, 7309 Oliver
Russ Schueller, 75.19 Girard
Stacey Butterfield, 6809 Washburn
David Arnold, 7209 Knox
Richard Ziemer, 6229 Xerxes
George Tellgren, 6937 Upton
Gordon Larson, 6841 Washburn
The following persons spoke in favor of moving girls softball to Donaldson
Park:
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Stan_Christianson, 6644-Logan
Jerry'. Brackett, 7320 Logan (Presented petition C-99.69)
Arthur Nelson, 6639 Knox
Tim Lindgren, 6612 Knox (Presented petition C-9968)
Lydell Feist, formerly of 6645 Knox
Jean Hellen, 6700 Irving
Karen Skwira, 6611 Knox
John Ashlund, 6607 Knox
Ralph Hyde, 6732 Pleasant
John Simacek, 7538 Logan, speaking as a former member of the Planning Commission,
said the plans of 1969 are being .changed unfairly.
Ron Graham, 6745 Newton, asked the council not to decide on emotions, petitions,
and outbursts, but to consider future ramifications.
Councilmember Ludeman said he was disappointed with the consultant recommendation
and that he was in favor of leaving girls softball at the Monroe Park site.
Councilmember Bunce said promises from the city. have been broken; that he
was concerned about the deed to Donaldson park and asked that the staff research
it.
Mayor Priebe said it will be a difficult decision to make as the city has
incurred an obligation to the Monroe-Fairwood neighborhood. He felt that the
city is obliged to find .another site and that Donaldson Park seemed a viable site.
Councilmember Hassenstab said that inasmuch as he is a new member of the city
council, he will not make a decision until he has researched the situation more.
Councilmember Collins said she agreed with Mayor Priebe that the council
does have a commitment to the neighbors. She praised the staff for their efforts
and involvement and expressed concern for the. covenant.
Motion. by Bunce, seconded by Collins to delay a decision on this item until
legal issues are resolved with the covenant in the warranty deed from Donaldson's.
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Priebe. Nays - Ludeman. Carried,
City Attorney LeFevere said that he was hopeful that correspondence could be
exchanged with the Donaldson parent company by the-next council meeting as the
city needs firm assurance to proceed.
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Former mayor Loren Law, 7220 York Avenue, Edina, said he was speaking as a
Richfield taxpayer and that he objected to the broken promises claim of Mr. Bunce.
He defended the actions of the former council when he was mayor.
John Oster, 7314 Knox, said he would be contacting the Donaldson Co. attorneys.
The council recessed at 11:05 p.m. and reconvened at 11:25 p.m.
9. Recommendation for Removal of Traffic Signal at the Intersection of East 70th
Street and 12th Avenue and Installation of Two-Way Stop Sign at That Intersection
City Manager Nollenberger reviewed traffic study information that had resulted
in the staff recommendation to remove the traffic signal at East 70th Street and
12th Avenue, near East Middle School and Elliott Elementary School. The original
recommendation to remove the traffic signal emanated from the Planning Commission
in their review of the 1982-1987 Capital Improvement Program.
City Engineer Mike Eastling clarified semaphore costs and answered council
questions.
Cheryl Thurber, 6720 18th Avenue, presented a petition (C-9970) indicating
opposition to the removal of the traffic signal.
Mr. R. Ho11, 6432 Irving Avenue, teacher and safety director at Elliott School,
and Ms. Genevieve Orr, principal of Elliott School, both spoke of the need for a
semaphore for the protection of children of Elliott School and East Middle School.
Also appearing and speaking in favor of retaining the signal were the following:
Sue Tutewohl, 6945 Elliot
Frank Riley, 6915 Portland
Greg Law, 70':15 12th Avenue
Loren Law, 7720 York, Edina
Shirley Johnson, 7609 12th Avenue
Barb Louis, 6300 4th Avenue
Betty Poehler, 6525 Standish
Heidi Law, 7015 12th Avenue
Roxanne Clinite, 6744 10th Avenue
Richard Blevins, 7539 Washburn, said he wishes to have stop lights eliminated
completely. He cited the Energy Awareness Committee findings and urged schools
to share the cost.
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Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Collins to keep the existing traffic signal
at the intersection of East 70th Street and 12th Avenue South.
All ayes- Carried.
10. Proposed Noise Ordinance. First Reading.
Bill 1981-9, "An Ordinance Relating to Noise and Noise Generating Activities,
Amending Chapter X of the Ordinance Code of the City of Richfield by Adding a New
Section Thereto and Repealing Certain Provisions of Chapters V, VI, IX and X of
the Code", was read and reviewed by Clayton LeFevere, City Attorney, the same
being on file in the office of the city clerk. (C-9971)
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Hassenstab that this constitute a first reading
of Bi11 1981-9; that it be published in the official newspaper and that second
reading of this ordinance amendment be scheduled for May 26, 1981.
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Ludeman, Priebe. Nays - None.
Carried.
11. Minutes, Tabulation of Bids and Award of Contract, Community Center Improvements
Elevator Installion
City Manager Nollenberger reviewed the bids received for installation of an
elevator at the Community Center. He recommended that the city council award the
bid to the low bidder, Gem Construction Inc. The city manager noted that if the
base bid and the four alternatives were accepted, the total project would be $89,151,
or $9,151 more than budgeted and he recommended that $10,000 additional be
appropriated to City Project 764 from the Special Revenue Fund.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Bunce to accept the bid minutes and tabulations
and award the contract to Gem Construction Inc. to include base bid and four
alternates for a total amount of $83,351.
All ayes - Carried.
Bill 1981-10, "Transitory Ordinance No. 16.78, an Ordinance for the Expenditure
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of Money from the Special Revenue Fund for Certain Capital Improvements", was read and
reviewed by City Attorney Clayton LeFevere, the same being on file in the office of
the city clerk. (C-9972)
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Bunce that this constitute a first reading of
Bill 1981-10; that it be published in the official newspaper and that second reading
of this ordinance amendment be scheduled for May 26, 1981.
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Ludeman, Priebe. Nays - None.
Carried.
12. Recommendation to the Commissioner of Highways for the State of Minnesota that
the Contract for CP 7052 (Lyndale Avenue from 64th Street to Lake Shore Drive) be
Awarded to Progressive Contractors
City Manager Nollenberger reviewed bids for CP 7052, reconstruction of Lyndale
Avenue from 64th Street to Lake Shore Drive. He recommended that the council accept
the low bid provided by Progressive Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $68.6,973.7.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Bunce to recommend to the Minnesota Commissioner
of Highways that the bid for CP 7052 be awarded to Progressive Contractors, Inc..
All ayes - Carried.
13. Discussion of Alternative Means for Financing Storm Sewer and Drainage Improvements
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Hassenstab to defer consideration of this item
to May 11, 1981.
A11 ayes - Carried.
14. City Manager's Salary
Mayor Priebe requested city council consideration of the city manager's
salary and payment of dental insurance and increase in disability insurance.
Richard Blevins, 7539 Washburn Avenue, asked about evaluation of the city
manager by the city council in terms of effectiveness and job performance. Mayor
Priebe outlined .the review process of the city manager.
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Motion by Hassenstab, 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. 6420
RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING 1981
COMPENSATION FOR CITY MANAGER
Po11 of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Ludeman, Priebe. Nays - None.
Carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6420 in Resolution Book No. 46.
15. Consent Calendar
Motion by Collins, seconded by Ludeman that the following consent items be
approved:
A. ~reement with Richfield Swim Club for Use of Municipal Swimming Pool - CL 130A
Authorize an agreement with the Richfield Swim Club providing for closing of the
municipal outdoor pool on July 11 and July 12, 19.81, to enable the Richfield Swim
Club to host a competitive swimming meet at the pool.
B. Purchase in Excess of 1 000 - CL 141B
Storecards
Authorize the purchase of 30,000 scorecards, complete, from Colormaster Press,
Inc., in the amount of $1,660.
Greens Sotl Mix
Authorize the purchase of 145 yards of greens soil mix at $15 per yard from
Leitner, Inc., for a total purchase price of $2,175.
Bleachers
Authorize the purchase of 4 sets of bleachers for East Richfield Little League
at a-unit price of $646.80 from Earl F. Anderson & Associates, Inc. for a total purchase
price of $2,587.20.
Bathhouse Locker Room Partitions
Authorize the purchase of specified panels or partitions and related materials
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and supplies such as posts, bracing, mounting pilasters, benches and mounting angles
from Harris-Billing Company in the amount of $3,557.
Bathhouse Painting
Authorize the purchase of paint from Olympik Construction Company in the
amount of $3,403. (City .Project 755)
Swimming Pool Paint
Authorize the purchase of swimming pool paints from R. E. Mooney and Associates,
Inc. for a total estimated cost of $1,720.20. .
Christian Park Tot Lot
- Authorize purchase of tot lot equipment from Earl F. Anderson & Associates, Inc.
in the amount of $3,755. This will be paid with remaining funds in City Project 719.
Sheridan Park Tot Lot
Authorize purchase of tot lot equipment, identical to that proposed for Christian
Park, from Earl F. Andersen & Associates, Inc. in the amount of $3,755. Funding is
available in City Project 751.
C. Appointments Board of Review - CL 139C
' RESOLUTION N0. 6421
RESOLUTION CONFIRMING CITY MANAGER'S
APPOINTMENT OF TWO RESIDENT MEMBERS
- TO BOARD OF REVIEW
D. Preliminary Engineering Report Setting Date of Hearing for Lyndale Avenue Street
Improvements, Lake Shore Drive to 74th Street - CL 135D
RESOLUTION N0. 6422
RESOLUTION RECEIVING PRELIMINARY
ENGINEERING REPORT AND GALLING
FOR A PUBLIC HEARING FOR PROPOSED CITY PROJECT 757
(May 26, 1981)
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E. Claims and Payrolls
RICHFIELD BANK & TRUST
Checks 1869/51866 General
Checks 69950/70323 Payroll
$ 442,289.57
190,303.48
SUMMIT STATE BANK
Checks 69344/69371
$1,208,048.64
All ayes - Carried.
16. City Hall Security
Mayor Priebe discussed laxity in security in the licensing area in light of
recent theft of food stamps and asked for an audit of the area. He also said that
there was a need for formalized procedures.
17. Ad3ournment
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Bunce that the meeting adjourn.
All ayes - Carried. Time: 12:40 a.m. April 28, 1981.
Date Approved: May 11, .1981
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