12-28-1981CITY OF RICHFIELD
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
December 28, 1981
The City Council of the City of Richfield met in regular session in the council
chambers of the city hall on Monday, December 28, 1981 at 7:00 p.m.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Donald Priebe at 7:10 p.m.
Pastor Clyde McDowell of Wooddale Baptist Church gave the invocation.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Cub Scouts from Den 2 Pack 500.
Present: Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Ludeman, Priebe
1. Minutes
Councilmember Bunce asked that the minutes of. the December 14, 1981 meeting
be corrected to show him as voting "nay" on Item 18, "An Ordinance Amendment Relating
to Personal Leave/Disability Insurance Benefit. Proposal for Management Employees".
Councilmember Collins asked that the minutes of the same meeting be corrected
to state Pastor James Allen as being pastor of Assumption Church.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Collins to approve the minutes of the special
council meetings of December 16 and 21, and the regular council meeting of December 14,
1981, as amended.
All ayes - Carried.
2. Opportunity for Citizens to Address the Cites Council
Helen Yates, 6737 1st Avenue, requested that Item 21, "Request Authorizing
Advisory Board of Health to Facilitate Implementation of the Comprehensive South
Hennepin Human Services Plan" be moved ahead on the agenda.
Don Witt, 7424 18th Avenue, asked what the council was doing regarding airport
noise:. City Attorney LeFevere reviewed his research on preferential runway systems.
Gordon Anderson, 7501 Elliott Avenue, recalled that the airport property once
was part of Richfield and said Richfield should have at least one member on the
Metropolitan Airports Commission.
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3. Council Approval of Agenda Items
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Hassenstab to remove the following items from
the Consent Calendar:
A. "Resolution Establishing Procedure for Deferment of Special. Assessments
Against Owner-Occupied Homestead Properties .of Persons Over 65 Years of Age...'',
C. "Resolution Approving Loam Agreement for Special Assessment Projects",
G. "Approval of Payment of Arbitration, Reichert Construction .(Golf Course)",
H. "Application for Club Liquor License, Richfield American Legion"; and ,
add "Reconsideration of Sidewalks on 7bth Street from Sheridan to Vincent" and
"Resolution Amending 1981 Budget", and to approve the agenda as amended.
All ayes - Carried.
Councilmember Bunce presented outgoing Councilmember Collins. and Mayor Priebe
with a resolution of appreciation from the city council and a commemorative plaque
expressing the appreciation of the citizens for their service to the community.
Mayor Priebe and Councilmember Collins each gave thanks for the experience
of serving on the council.
4. Renewal of On-Sale and Sunda. Liquor Licenses, Godfather, Inc.
City Manager Nollenberger introduced Public Safety Director Tom Morgan who
reviewed the report on their investigation of the Godfather, Inc., 708 West 66th
Street, prior to consideration of renewal of the liquor license. Mr. Morgan
expressed the concern of the Public Safety Department over the increase of calls
and problems inherent in the liquor business.
Councilmember Hassenstab excused himself from the meeting at 7:50 p.m. to
attend another meeting and indicated he would return around 9:30 p.m.
John Anzevino, owner of the establishment, responded to council questions.
He indicated that most of the police problems occur outside. of the premises-and
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he cited confusion due to the 66th Street construction last summer was a factor
in the increase of incidents.
Councilmember Ludeman said he had noticed the presence of a motorcycle gang
near the Godfather and stressed that the disturbing incidents must be controlled.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Collins to .close the hearing.
All ayes - Carried. Absent - Hassenstab.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Collins to grant provisional On-Sale, Sunday and
Tavern licenses to April 12, 1982; to allow Mr. Anzevinn time to endeavor to reduce
the aforementioned problems and to request Mr. Anzevino to report back to the council
at the April 12, 1982 meeting.
All ayes - Carried. Absent - Hassenstab.
5. Renewal of On-Sale and Sunday Liquor Licenses, Consul Corporation (Chi-Chi's
Maximillian's)
City Manager Nollenberger introduced Public Safety Director Morgan who reviewed
the investigative background report on Chi-Chi's and Maximillian's restaurants. He
noted that the firm changed ownership in September of this year and is now owned by
Consul Corporation. Mr. Morgan indicated that all operational problems under the
direct control of management have been corrected, and the only issue relating to
licensure that has not been resolved was the interest in extending the privacy
fencing on the North property line (along East 77th Street). The applicant has
erected a privacy fence on that portion of the property which is under its direct
control. The Public Safety Director recommended approval of these licenses.
Michael Lucore, manager of Chi-Chi's and Maximillian's, 5261 Florida Avenue
North, appeared before the council and responded to their questions.
Councilmember Ludeman commended the management for improvement in their
incidents reports and cooperation in keeping fire lanes clear.
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Motion by Bunce, seconded by Ludeman to close the hearing.
A11 ayes - Carried. Absent - Hassenstab.
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Collins to approve the renewal of the On-Sale,
Sunday and Tavern liquor licenses for the Consul Corporation.
All ayes - Carried. Absent - Hassenstab.
6. Request for Refund ~of Liquor license Fees, Left Guard, Inc.
City Manager Nollenberger recommended the city council approve the refunding
of $2,500. to Mr. Max McGee, former-owner of the Left Guard. This amount represents
the prorated share of the liquor license fee which is attributable to the Consul
Corporation from August,1981 when they purchased the restaurant,
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Ludeman to approve a refund of the liquor license
fee for the Left-Guard, Inc. in the amount of $2.,500.
All ayes - Carried. Absent - Hassenstab.
7. Renewal of On-Sale and Sunday Liquor Licenses, Ground Round
Public Safety Director Tom Morgan reviewed-the details of their investigation
of The Ground Round, a restaurant operated by Howard Johnson Company. He praised
the responsiveness of the parent corporation when a negative-trend of public
safety incidents had occurred.
William Behrens, manager of the restaurant, 1305 Lincoln-Avenue, St. Paul,
observed that "Na Parking" signs have been posted on the north-side of 78th Street
which has contributed to alleviation of the congestion problem in the parking area.
He responded to council questions.
City Attorney LeFevere reviewed the Dram Shop Law, the responsibility/liability
of person serving liquor, for the audience and council.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Collins to-close the hearing.
All ayes - Carried. Absent - Hassenstab.
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Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Bunce to approve the renewal of the On-sale
and Sunday liquor licenses for the Ground Round.
All ayes - Carried. Absent - Hassenstab.
8. Hearing of Appeal with Regard to Fire Prevention Code, 7727 Wentworth Avenue
City Manager Nollenberger introduced the continued hearing of appeal with
regard to the fire prevention code issued to Mr. Richard Chang, owner of property
at 7727 Wentworth which he has been operating as a rooming house. He reviewed the
findings of~fact prepared by the city attorney.
Mr. Cheng, owner of-7727 Wentworth, appeared and spoke on his own behalf.
He asked why the property,. which had been operated as a rooming house for 33 years,
was all of a sudden declared unsafe. He requested the council to defer their
decision until later and said he believed he was misled by city staff at the time
he purchased the property.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Collins to close the hearing.
All ayes - Carried. Absent - Hassenstab.
The resolution listing the Findings of Fact was reviewed by the council and
they agreed to change the length of time this order is stayed, as listed in Part
III, paragraph 2 and 3, from "40 days" to "110 days." and the review date changed
from "within 30 days" to "within 100 days".
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.NO. 6553
RESOLUTION CONFIRMING ORDER OF ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEF
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Ludeman, Priebe. Nays - None. Absent -
Hassenstab. Carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6553 in Resolution
Book No. 47.
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9. Amendment to Residential Zoning Ordinance, Second Reading.
City Manager Nollenberger introduced the ordinance amendment far second. reading
consideration. He noted that the purpose of .this ordinance amendment was to
establish zoning regulations which conserve and enhance the residential character
of the city rather than control new development, since the city is fully develoQed.
The city manager reviewed some of the discussion that took place during the 5:30
study session held with the planning commission.
Lawrence Wozniczka, 6744 Wentworth, said his biggest concern is the addition
of the RSD district which will downgrade his property. He expressed his ogposition
to the ordinance.
Erich Russell, 6229 E. Pleasant, responded to Mr. Wozniczka's concerns on
behalf of the planning commission in regard to the zoning of RSD districts. He
indicated this will maintain the scale of neighborhoods and prevent subdivision.,
plus preserve the property tax base.
Councilmember Hassenstab returned at 9:34 p.m.
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Ludeman to close the hearing.
All ayes - Carried.
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Bunce to postpone this item until the first
meeting in February, 1982; and that wide publicity be given this ordinance amendment
so that people are aware of this.
All ayes - Carried. Councilmember Bunce stated he seconded. this motion only for
discussion purposes; it does not mean he will vote far it.
Joe Ertman, 6312 Dupont,. chairman of the planning commission, reviewed. the
steps taken by the committee since 1975, that there have been ample gublic hearings
and action should be taken.
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City Manager Nollenberger suggested the council review the 14 changes to the draft
` ordinance recommended to the council by the planning commission, listed in Council
Letter No. 422. The city council reviewed the recommended changes and took the
following action:
Item 1: Motion by Bunce, seconded by Hassenstab to change "Lots shall have
vehicular access to collector or arterial streets" to "Lots shall abutt collector
or arterial streets" (on page 14 (e) (1).
All ayes - Carried.
Item 2: Motion by Bunce, seconded by Hassenstab that the setback requirement
for detached buildings be left at 2 feet.
All ayes - Carried.
Item 3: Motion by Collins, seconded by Priebe to allow group homes for more
than 6 persons and day care facilities for more than 10 children in the RSD district
by special use permit.
All ayes - Carried.
Item 4: Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Collins to increase the maximum lot
coverage requirement in the MR-2 district to 30 percent.
All ayes - Carried.
Item 5: Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Ludeman to retain the proposed
accessory building section on page 44 - 46.
A11 ayes - Carried.
Items 6 - 14: Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Bunce to approve the minor
modifications as recommended by the staff in Council Letter No. 422.
All ayes - Carried.
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Bunce that action be delayed on this ordinance
until February 8, 1982,. with a public meeting to be held at 7:30 p.m. on February 2,
1982, prior to final consideration by the city council at the February 8, 1982 meeting.
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Priebe. Nays - Ludeman. Carried.
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The council recessed at 10;15 p.m. and reconvened at 10:30 p.m.
10. Amendment to Driveway and Parking Area Regulation Ordinance, Second Reading.
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Collins to table this item to the February 8,
1982 meeting, to be considered with the previous item.
All ayes - Carried.
11. Request for Special Use Permit, Variance and Off-Street Parking Permit, 1912
East 66th Street - r
City Manager Nollenberger reviewed the background of the request for special
'use permit of North Star Bumper Exchange.
Community Development Director Kraft presented the applicant's request to
repair an existing building which had been damaged by fire, and add a 19' x 40'
addition to the front of the building. He indicated that this expansion will necessitate
the application for three variances; and reviewed the staff and planning commission
recommendations, as outlined in Council Letter No.. 456.
Ray Wood, the applicant, appeared on behalf of his request and indicated he did
not see a need to add additional sidewalks to the existing one.
Councilmember Ludeman voiced concern about future commercial development and
asked if a lack of parking spaces would result.
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Hassenstab to close the hearing..
All ayes - Carried.
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Hassenstab to approve the variances and grant the
special use permit subject to the following stipulations as listed in Council Letter
No. 456:
1. That the parking areas be designed to meet city offstreet parking
area. standards including number of spaces provided, perimeter
curbing .and sidewalk.
2. That th:e wood screen fence along the rear of the property be repaired
and properly maintained.
3. That the outside storage area enclo~~ constructed to screen its
contents from public view. -_=
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Po11 of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Priebe. Nays - Ludeman. Carried.
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Hassenstab 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 N0~6548
RESOLUTION APPROVING LAYOUT AND CONTRACT FOR
OFFSTREET PARKING IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICATION
N0. 81-11, CONTRACT N0. 2241
North Star Bumper Exchange
1912 E. 66th Street
Location: Same
Use: Auto Parts Dealership
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Priebe. Nays- Ludeman. Carried.
This resolution appears as Resolution No, 6548 in Resolution Book No. 47.
12. Resolution Authorizing Extension of Building Moratorium Godfather Block
City Manager Nollenberger reviewed the history of the moratorium on development
on the area of 65th and 66th Street, Lyndale Avenue and Graham Avenue, known as the
"Godfather Block" that was imposed in November, 1980, at the request of the HRA.
This moratorium will expire January 10, 1982, and he indicated a desire of the HRA
to extend the moratorium for one year to allow time to consider fo-rural adoption of
the comprehensive plan and official zoning controls consistent with the comprehensive
plan.
The city manager. read a letter received from G. E. Strom (C-114) expressing
his displeasure with the moratorium, saying that it has caused him considerable
financial losses and that an extension of the moratorium was not in order.
Dave Wold, of Coit Drapery, addressed the council and opposed a continuation
of the uncertainty surrounding development of this block.
City Attorney LeFevere said the city is acting within legal limits and cited
Minnesota Statutes 462.356 as the city's authority to set or issue moratoriums up
to 2 1/Z years.
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Lawrence Wozniczka, 6744 Wentworth, said he felt the city was overdue in
acting and should consider changing from their plan which would yield higher
value to property tax rolls rather than a tax increment financed project.
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. 6551
RESOLUTION EXTENDING TRANSITORY
ORDINANCE 16..61 FOR ADDITIONAL
TWELVE MONTH PERIOD
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Ludeman, Priebe. Nays - None.
Carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6551 in Resolution Book No.47.
13. Request Authorizing Advisory Board of Health to Facilitate Implementation
of the Comprehensive South HenneQin Human Services Plan
Helen Yates, 6737 1st Avenue, appeared before the city council on behalf
of the Richfield Advisory Board of Health. She expressed a desire for implemen-
tation of The South Hennepin Human Services plan through the aid of volunteers.
Russ Stricher, director of South Hennepin Human Services Council, responded
to Councilmember Ludeman's questions regarding future funding. concerns.
Charlene Swanell, member of Advisory Board of Health, said the Board has
never been involved with funding and if the matter comes up, she would expect
the council to make the decision.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Bunce to authorize the Advisory Board of
Health to facilitate the implementation of the comprehensive South Hennepin Human
Services plan for Richfield in all matters except those involving funding.
All ayes - Carried.
Helen Yates thanked Juanita Collins for her role as liaison to the Advisory
Board of Health.
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14. Ordinance Amending City Charter Provisions Relating to Nominations for
Cif Elected Offices, Second Reading. ~~
City Manager Nollenberger presented an ordinance amending the City Charter
relating to nominations for city elected offices. This proposed amendment would
clarify the time prior to a municipal primary election during which nominating
petitions can be received by the city clerk, and bring our Charter into
conformity with state law.
i; Bill 1981-34, Charter Amendment Ordinance No. 8, "Charter Amendment Ordinance
Relating to Nominations for City Elective Offices, Amending Section 4.04 of the
Richfield City Charter", was read and reviewed by City Attorney Clayton LeFeve~e,
the same being on file in the office of the city clerk. (C-112)
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Collins that this constitute a second read
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of Bill 1981-34; that it be published in the official newspaper and that it_be
made a part o:f these minutes.
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Ludeman, Priebe. Nays - Nom.
Carried.
15. Resolution Approvin Relocation of Richfield Court Facility to Bloomingt~oa
Court Facili~
City Manager Nollenberger advised that the temporary relocation of-the
Richfield Municipal Court to the City of Bloomington has proved satisfactory ands
he prese:~ted a resolution, in accordance with State Statutes, for city council
approval in allowing the relacation.of court facilities.
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. 6550
RESOLUTION CONSENTING TO TRANSFER
OF COURT TO BLOOMINGTON
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Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Priebe. Nays - None. Absent -
Ludeman. Carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6550 in Resolution
Book No. 47.
16. Ordinance Amendment Relatin~_to Pe_r_sonal Leave/Disability Insurance Benefits-
Man~ement Empl~eesz Second Reading, w ~~ ~~ _~~
City Manager Nollenberger presented an ordinance amendment relating to
personal Leave and Tong-term disability for management employees for city council
second reading consideration. Councilmember Bunce said he considered this amendment
as a "raise" and would like to see costs broken down for the long-term disability
costs. The city manager indicated the costs would be $12 per month per employee.
Bill 1981-37, "An Ordinance Amending the City Code of the City of.Richfield,
by Adding a New Subdivision 12 to Section 2.34 Thereof Providing Personal Leave
Benefits to City Employees Covered by the Management Pay Plan;-and by Adding
New Subdivisions 3 and 4 to Section 2.35 Thereof Providing Short-Term Disability
and Long-`term Disability Benefits, Respectively, to the Employees Covered by
Said Plan", was read and reviewed by City Attorney Clayton LeFevere, the sa~n~~
being on file- in the office of the city clerk. (C-113)
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Collins that this constitute a second reading
of Bill 1981-37; that it be published in the official newspaper-and that it be
made a part of these minutes.
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Ludeman,. Priebe. Nays - None. ~
Carried.
17. Ord i_n_a_n_ce_Ame_nd_m_e_n_t_t_o_ the_City Charter Defin_i_ng Status of the Public
SafetY_Director_in Relation_to Civil Service~Seeond Reading.
City Manager Nollenberger presented an ordinance amendment to the City
Charter defining the status of the Public Safety Director in relation to Civil
Service for second reading. This amendment will clarify any consideration of
the Public Safety Director position and its applicability to Civil Service.
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Bill 1981-35, Charter Amendment Ordinance No. 9, "An Ordinance Amending
Section 6.02, Subdivision 3, of the Richfield City Charter, Defining the Status
of the Director of Public Safety in Relation to Civil Service", was read and
reviewed by City Attorney Clayton LeFevere, the same being on file in the office
of the city clerk. (C-111)
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Ludeman that this constitute a second reading
of Bill 1981-35; that it be published in the official newspaper and that it be
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made a part of these minutes.
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce,. Collins, Hassenstab, Ludeman,. Priebe. Nays - None.
Carried.
18. Charter Amendment Relating to Procedure for the Adoption of"City Ordinances,
Amending Section 3.05 of the City Charter and Adding a New Section, 3:12, Second
Reading.
City Manager Nollenberger presented a Charter Amendment Ordinance relating
to the procedure of adopting. ordinances. This amendment will eliminate the re-
quirement that ordinances be published twice, prior to first reading and after
second reading.
Bill 1981-33, Charter Amendment Ordinance No. 7, "charter Amendment Ordinance
Relating to Procedure for the Adoption of City Ordinances Amending Section 3.05 of
the Richfield City Charter and Adding a New Section 3.12", was read and reviewed
by City Attorney Clayton LeFevere, the same being on file in the office of the
city clerk. (C-110)
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Bunce that this constitute~a second reading
of Bill 1981-33; that it be published in the official newspaper and that it be
made a part of these minutes.
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Ludeman, Priebe. Nays - None.
Carried.
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Councilmember Hassenstab. stated he is very concerned about keeping:. the public
informed about any proposed changes in ordinances...
19. Charter Amendment Relating to-City Purchasing Practices,-Amending-..Section
6.05 of the City Charter,.. Second Reading.
City Manager Nollenberger presented a Charter Amendment relating to city
purchasing practices. This amendment would increase the city manager's
authorization to make purchases without prior city council approval from $1,000
to $5,000.
Bill 1981-36, Gharter Amendment Ordinance No. 10, "An Ordinance Amending
the City Charter of the City of Richfield", was read and reviewed by City Attorney
Clayton LeFevere, the same being on file in the office of the-city clerk._ (C-108)
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Collins that this constitute a second reading
of Bill 1981-36; that it be published in the official newspaper and that it be
made a part of these minutes.
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Ludeman,- Priebe. Nays. - None.
Carried.
The city manager also presented a resolution providing for a limitation in
the .city manager's role in purchasing and contracts, in response. to the- council's
request of the December 14, 1981 council meeting. This resolution can be
implemented any time a council member wishes to have a purchase in excess of
$2,500 reviewed by the council.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Bunce that this resolution be amended to
require that all purchases in excess of $2,500 be placed on-the Consent Agenda.
Poll of votes: Ayes.- Bunce, Hassenstab, Ludeman. Nays - Collins, Priebe.
Carried.
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 minut
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RESOLUTION N0. 6555
RESOLUTION RELATING TO PURCHASING
PRACTICES IN THE CITY OF RICHFIELD
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Hassenstab, Ludeman, Priebe.. Nays - Collins.
Carried. This resolution appears as ResolutionJNo. 6555 in Resolution Book No. 47.
20. Discussion of Neighborhood Meetings for Traffic Problems A1on 76th Street
City Manager Nollenberger advised that, in response to council request of
December 14, 1981 regarding holding the neighborhood meetings to discuss traffic
along 76th Street, he was suggesting that the planning-commission be responsible.
for coordinating these meetings. The suggested neighborhood to be included in
the study is 75th Street on the north, Nicollet Avenue on the east, 77th Street
on the south and Xerxes Avenue on the west.
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Collins to direct. the planning commission to
conduct a series of neighborhood meetings and to include those residents on
Lyndale Avenue east to Xerxes.
All ayes - Carried.
21. Update on City's Financial Condition
City Manager Nollenberger advised that he did not have any new information
to give the council as the Legislature has not come to any conclusions.
22. Proposed City of Richfield Legislative Policies
City Manager Nollenberger reviewed the legislative policies currently before
the Legislature that. relate to issues that are of a concern to the city.
Councilmember Ludeman indicated he wished a stand on tax increment
financing be put into a legislative policy.
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Ludeman to recommend that legislative
policy statements be adopted as recommended in Council Letter No. 453 and that
policies be formulated to present to the Legislature on the following subjects:
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1. Requesting a Richfield resident be allowed to serve on the Metropolitan
Airports Commission;
2. Stating a policy on tax increment financing; and
3. Requesting that legislation requiring proof of workers' compensation be
repealed.
A11 ayes - Carried.
City Manager Nollenberger advised the. council that a special meeting has
been scheduled with the legislators on January ll, 1982 at 5:30 p.m.
23. Storm Water Drainage Agreement with .City of Edina
City Manager Nollenberger reviewed an agreement with-the City of Edina
relating to Adams Hill Park storm water holding ponds: He indicated that the city
management of the City of Edina has agreed. to recommend this agreement to their
city council if it is approved by our city council.
Councilmember Ludeman commended the city manager for his work with-the
City of Edina in this regard.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Hassenstab to approve this agreement and
request the city council of the City of Edina to-give it favorable consideration.
A11 ayes - Carried..
24. Consideration of Comeensation'for City Manager
City Manager Nollenberger presented a resolution establishing the 1982
salary .for his position for city council consideration.
Lawrence Wozniczka, 6744 Wentworth, expressed his objection to this increase
and stated it was beyond reason.
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 minute
RESOLUTION N0. 6549
RESOLUTION -~3~,~SHING 1982
COMPENSATION`'FOR CITY MANAGER
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Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Ludeman, Priebe. Nays - None.
Carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6549 in Resolution Book No. 47.
25. Resolution Amending, 1981 Budget
City Manager Nollenberger presented a resolution amending the 1981 budget
for city council consideration. He indicated this resolution would increase the
appropriation of Other Agencies $udget with an offset in revenues.
Motion by Bunce, 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. 6556
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REVISIONS OF 1981
BUDGET OF ONE DEPARTMENT
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Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Ludeman, Priebe. Nays - None.
Carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6556 in Resolution Book No. 47.
26. Discussion by Mr. Hassenstab
Councilmember Hassenstated said he wished to reconsider his motion relating
to 1982 sidewalk improvements of the last council meeting --
"Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Hassenstab to drop consideration of a
sidewalk installation on Second Avenue between 77th and 78th Streets from the
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Bunce to
overall sidewalk plan..-.~ eliminate consideration of a sidewalk on 76th Street
All ayes - Carried.
from Sheridan to Vincent Avenues until after the 76th Street study."
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Collins, Hassenstab, Priebe. Nays - Ludeman.
Carried.
27. Four Items Removed from Consent Calendar
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Bunce that the following. items be approved:
A. Resolution Establishing Procedure for Deferment of Special Assessments Against
Owner-Occupied Homestead Properties of Persons Over 65 Years of Age or Persons
Permanently and Totally Disabled - CL 449
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RESOLUTION N0. 6552
PROCEDURE ESTABLISHING PROCEDURES FOR DEFERMENT
OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS AGAINST OWNER-OCCUPIED
HOMESTEAD PROPERTIES OF PERSONS OVER SIXTY-FIVE
YEARS OF AGE OR PERSONS PERMANENTLY AND TOTALLY
DISABLED
B. Resolution. Approving Loan Agreement for Special Assessment Pro"e-~ cts - CL 458
RESOLUTION N0. 6554
RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE ISSUANCE AND SALE OF TEMPORARY
IMPROVEMENT BONDS, SERIES 33 TO THE REFUNDING BONDS
OF 1978 SINKING FUNDS IN ACCORDANCE WITH MINNESOTA
STATUTES, CHAPTER 429
C. Approval of Payment of Arbitration, Reichert Construction (Golf Course) - CL 448
Approve payment of $37,072.81 to Lee Reichert Plumbing & Heating, Inc.,
$500 of which may be withheld to be paid upon completion of the repair.
D. Application for Club Liquor License, Richfield American Legion Post 435
Approve application for club license for 1982.
All ayes - Carried.
28. Consent Calendar
Motion by.Hassenstab, seconded by Ludeman-that the following items be approved:
A. Agreement with Hennepin County for Implementation of 1982-83 Commune
Health Services Plan - CL 447
Authorize mayor and city manager to execute contract agreement (No. 20016).
B. Approval of Minutes, Tabulation of Bids and Award of Contract, Ice
Resurfacing Machine,`Ice Arena - CL 446
Accept bid submitted by Frank J. Zamboni & Co., Inc. in -the amount of
$33,262 with delivery date of 45 - 60 days.
C. Release of Off-Street Parking Bond, Su~erAmerica - CL 457
RESOLUTION N0. 6557
RESOLUTION RELATING TO RELEASE OF BOND
OFF-STREET PARKING
SuperAmerica, 1240 W. 98th Street
Location: .2913 W. 66th. Street
Use: Convenience Store with Petroleum Products Sales
Contract No. 2281, Application 78-16
Council Meeting Minutes -19- December 28, 1981
D. Purchase in Excess of $1,000 - CL 455
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Baskets
Authorize purchase of 360 baskets at $7.25 from Halogen Supply Co., Inc.
for a total purchase price of $2,610.00 for use at the bathhouse.
Street/Traffic Signs
Authorize the purchase of various signs to complete traffic sign inventory
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from Gopher_Signs, Inc., for a total purchase price of $8,014.67.
E. License
Approve Sign Hanging License Application for DeMars Signs, 7911 Monroe St. N.E.
F. Payments and Estimates
1. CP 767, Public Safety Building Addition Construction, 41% complete,
Estimate 3, Rutledge Construction - $154,634.35
2. CP 743, Ice Arena Wood Work, 95% complete, Estimate 1, Osmose
Wood Preserving Company - $24,660.81
G. Claims and Payrolls
SUMMIT STATE BANK
Checks 63842/64200 $2,783,417.04
RICHFIELD BANK & TRUST
Checks 2484/55758 General $ 626,027.28
Checks 77533/77842 Payroll 187,151.76
All ayes - Carried.
29. Adjournment
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Colli~.s that the meeting adjourn.
All ayes - Carried. Time: 12:55 a.m. December
Date Approved: _ January 11, 1982
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Karl Nollenberger City Manager