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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. Council Meeting Minutes -2- - December 28, 1981 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 Council Meeting Minutes -3- December 28, 1981 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. Council Meeting Minutes -4- December 28, 1981 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. 1 Council Meeting Minutes -5- December 28, -1981 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. Council Meeting Minutes -6- December 28, 1981 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. Council Meeting Minutes -7- December 28, 1981 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. Council Meeting Minutes -8- December 28, 1981 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. -_= Council Meeting Minutes -9- December 28, 1981 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. Council Meeting Minutes -10- December 28, 1981 -~ 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. Council Meeting Minutes -11- December 28, 191 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 1 ~~ 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 Council Meeting Minutes -12- December 28, 1981 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. Council Meeting Minutes -13- December 28, 1981 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 J 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. Council Meeting Minutes -14- December 28, 19$1 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 Council Meeting Minutes -15- December 28, 1981 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: Council Meeting Minutes -16- December 28, 1981 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 [] Council Meeting Minutes -17- December 28, 1981 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 1 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 Council Meeting Minutes -18- December 28, 1981 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 _ _ 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 1 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 e is K. Berg City erk Karl Nollenberger City Manager