04-12-1982CITY OF RICHFIELD
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
April 12, 1982
The city council of the City of Richfield met in regular session in the council
chambers of the city hall on Monday, April 12, 1982, at 7:00 p.m.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor John Hamilton at 7:06 p.m.
The Spartan-Hi 4-H Group presented the colors.
Rev. Ted Johns, pastor of Richfield Lutheran Church, gave the invocation.
Present: Bunce, Hassenstab, Kirsch, Ludeman, Hamilton
1. Presentation of Certificates of Appreciation
Mayor Hamilton presented resolutions honoring Richfield school superintendent
Lowell Larson and City Manager Karl Nollenberger. Refreshments were served and
the council reconvened at 7:25 p.m.
2. Opportunity for Citizens to Address the City Council
George Walters, 7601 Park Avenue, spoke against liquor in the parks and
encouraged strict enforcement of drunk driving laws. He also encouraged the city
to sell its liquor stores.
3. Approval of Minutes of Special Meeting and Regular Meeting of March 22, 1982
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Ludeman to approve the minutes of the special
meeting of March 22, 1982, and the minutes of the regular meeting of March 22, 1982,
with the amendment to Page I to show approval of Miller's Fireside Pizza wine
license.
All ayes - Carried.
4. Council Approval of Agenda
The City Manager added an item to the Consent Calendar relating to extension
of VFW gambling hours. Councilmember Ludeman asked to remove 19B, Purchases in
Excess of $2,500, from the Consent Calendar.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Kirsch to approve the amended agenda.
A11 ayes - Carried.
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5. Special Assessment Project Hearin, Allev Maintenance 1982/83
City Manager Nollenberger described the special alley maintenance assessmenC
project proposed for 19$2, as described in Council Letter No. 108. He stated that
creation of this district is the subject of a public hearing at this time. He then
opened the hearing to the public.
Adrian Blood, 6816 Washburn, expressed opposition to the proposal to specially
assess the cost of alley snow removal.
George Walters, 7601 Park, also spoke in opposition to assessing for snow
removal an alleys.
James A. Pace, 6632 Clinton, stated that alley snow plowing done in the past
was inadequate and might just as well be eliminated.
Eugene Smola, 7444 Nicollet, stated he hoped that the quality of alley repair
would improve if he is to pay for such repair.
Ardyth Jahnke, 7105 Stevens, asked about assessments for paved alleys.
Clifford Hansen, 6300 Aldrich, asked if he would be assessed even if he doesn't
use the alley.
Robert Holler, 6833 Grand, asked if people who live adjacent to sidewalks
will be assessed for sidewalk plowing.
Bill Legault, 3009 W. 76th Street, described cracks on 76th Street.
Bob Hall, 7309 Oliver, suggested that the city discontinue plowing sidewalks.
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Ludeman to close the hearing.
All ayes - Carried.
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City Manager Nollenberger described the history of council deliberations regarding
the issue of alley surfacing and maintenance, and how to pay for any resurfacing or
maintenance.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Hassenstab that the following resolution be
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adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made a part of
these minutes:
RESOLUTION N0. 6592
RESOLUTION ORDERING ALLEY MAINTENANCE CP 771
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Hassenstab, Ludeman. Nays - Hamilton, Kirsch. Carried.
This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6592 in Resolution Book No. 48.
6. Ordinance Amendment Relating to Licensing and Regulating Sale of Liquor. Second
Reading
City Manager Nollenberger presented an ordinance amendment relating to the
licensing and regulating of the on-sale license for intoxicating liquor in restaurants.
This ordinance, as given first reading approval by the council, would reduce the
required square footage to 4,000 square feet and increase the market value requirement
from $500,000 to $750,000.
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Bunce to amend the ordinance to establish the
market value requirement at $$00,000.
All ayes - Carried.
George Walters, 7601 Park, spoke in opposition to permitting any liquor licenses.
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Kirsch to close the hearing.
All ayes - Carried.
Bill 1982-9, "An Amendment to Chapter RI, Section 11.06 of the Richfield
Ordinance Cade", was read and reviewed by City Attorney Clayton LeFevere, the same
being on file in the office of the city clerk. (C-123)
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Hassenstab that this constitute a second reading
of Bill 1982-9, as amended; that it be published in the official newspaper and that
it be made a part of these minutes.
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Hassenstab, Kirsch, Hamilton. Nays - Ludeman.
Carried.
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7. Approval of Minutes, Bid Tabulations, Award of Contract for Adams Hill Park
T.if~ Station: Annroval of Agreement with City of Edina for Storm Drainage
City Manager Nollenberger presented a proposed amended agreement between the
City of Richfield and the City of Edina related to storm water facilities at Adams
Hill Park. He also recommended that the city council award the contract for a lift
station at Adams Hill Park to Acton Construction Company for a base bid price of
$99,050 and alternate of $500, for a total bid price of $99,500.
Motion by Kirsch, seconded by Ludeman to approve the amended Richfield-Edina
Agreement relating to storm water facilities.
All ayes - Carried.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Hassenstab to award the base bid of $99,050 and
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the add alternate of $500, for a total contract price of $99,500 to Acton Construction
Company.
All ayes - Carried. ..
8. Discussion of Request to Convey Land, and Request__for_Street Vacation,. Oak
City Manager Nollenberger described requests made by Oak Grove Lutheran Church
to donate land to the city and vacate 71st Street between L'yndale Avenue and
Augsburg Avenue. The church also has requested reduction of the special assessment.
for the Lyndale Avenue improvement project.
Thomas Stertz, president of Oak Grove Lutheran Church, spoke on behalf of the
church's requests.
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Ludeman to refer to the Planning Commission
the questions of the city acquiring the triangular piece of land and the vacation
of 71st Street between Lyndale Avenue and Augsburg Avenue, as well as closing of
Augsburg Avenue at Lyndale Avenue.
A11 ayes - Carried.
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9. Request for Renewal of On-Sale Wine License, Shakey`s Pizza, Deferred from
March 22, 1982
City Manager Nollenberger presented the request for renewal of an on-sale
wine license for Northstar Pizza Corp., (dba Shakey's Pizza Parlor), at 500 East
78th Street. Bob Waldron, 1185 78th Street, Excelsior, representing the applicant,
answered questions of the council.
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Hassenstab to approve the renewal of this on-sale
wine license.
All ayes - Carried.
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City Manager Nollenberger presented the request for renewal of an on-sale wine
~ieen-sue€er acrf3l_ c ~ a ~i overt n ~ Inc. , 2312 West 66th; Street. Ms. Shelly Young-
krantz, manager of the establishment, answered questions from the council.
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Bunce to approve the renewal of this on.-sale
wine license.
All ayes - Carried.
11. Application for Nonintoxicating Malt Liquor License, Godfather Pizza, 2 West
66th Street
City Manager Nollenberger presented the request for a nonintoxicating malt
liquor license for Godfather's Pizza, 2 West 66th Street. Mr. James Gallup,
representing the applicant, answered council questions.
Public Safety Director Tom Morgan described the ordinance provisions that
require persons 19 years of age and under to be seated in an area separate from the
area where nonintoxicating malt liquor will be served.
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Bunce to approve this nonintoxicating malt
liquor license with the stipulation that the staff approve plans to ensure compliance
with this ordinance provision, before the license is actually issued.
All ayes - Carried.
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12. Discussion of 76th Street Traffic
Community Development Director Dennis Kraft described issues related to 76th
Street traffic and previous discussion held among .the Planning Commission, area
residents and the city council regarding this matter. He summarized the issues
and potential solutions, as detailed in Council Letter No. 104.
Connie Hoverson, 7408 13th Avenue, described the Planning Commission deliberations
of these issues, as did Jerry Ramprud, 7220 James.
Jan Cerny, 7545 Fremont, observed that people do not stop for-"stop" signs
in the same way that they stop for semaphores.
Joe Ertman, spoke representing Berea Lutheran Church, in support of retaining
the "stop" sign at 76th and Emerson Avenue.
Dave Putrich, 7601 Thomas, described his concerns with the 76th Street traffic.
Bill Legault, 3009 W. 76th Street, spoke supporting slowing down traffic on
76th Street and using unmarked police -cars to enforce speed limits.
The council requested the staff to provide more information regarding police
enforcement and use of "stop" signs for traffic control.
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Ludeman to continue discussion of these matters
at the May 10, 1982 council meeting.
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Kirsch, Ludeman, Hamilton. Nays - Hassenstab. Carried.
Councilmember Hassenstab suggested possible recommendations, as follows:
Install at least three additional speed limit signs
. Install at least two additional noise enforcement signs
(Provide cost information and feasibility of highlighting signs
with red or amber light.)
Increase police enforcement
Leave existing "stop" signs until after semaphore at I-35W/76th Street
is operational
Provide more information regarding enforcement of truck weight/load
limits
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Ask Lyndale and 76th Street merchants study group to look at the
question of left turn signals at that intersection.
Ask the Planning Commission and staff to study the question of
reopening 75th Street.
13. Discussion of Guidelines for Fee Waived Licenses
City Manager Nollenberger described the confusion presently existing regarding
eligibility for waiver of license fees and inconsistencies in the city code, as
summarized in Council Letter No. 107. He recommended that the city council establish
guidelines for issuance of fee-waived licenses.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Hassenstab to adopt the following guidelines,
as outlined in Council Letter No. 107:
1. The establishment where the machine is located must be the
party applying for the license;
2. Only groups that are religious, civic, benevolent, educational,
veterans or nonprofit will be considered for fee waived licenses;
3. Only license fees for which no inspectional service is required
will be considered for fee waiver;
4. For licenses requiring background investigation, the cost of
investigation may be substituted for the license fee if all other
criteria are met.
All ayes - Carried.
The City Manager also asked the council to consider the request of the Hub
Merchants Association for a fee waiver of $100 per day for a carnival. He said
the Association would have to be considered a civic organization to qualify in
this instance.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Hassenstab to waive the $100 per day fee for
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Hub Merchants Association with the understanding that they would still pay for the
food licenses for this activity.
All ayes - Carried.
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14. Discussion of Closing of Indoor Swimming Pool
City Manager Nollenberger presented a history of the summer indoor swimming
pool program, and information describing participation and costs of that program
for 1981. He observed that elimination of this program was approved by the city
council in February, 1982, and would save an estimated $5,000 annually.
Bob Hall, 7309 Oliver Avenue, stated that the pool usage was so low because
people were confused regarding whether the pool was open or closed, or how to use
the pool.
Walter Happt, Jr., 7633 Elliott, spoke supporting use of the indoor swimming
pool.
Motion by Kirsch, seconded by Hassenstab to reinstate the 1982 summer indoor
swimming program with the understanding that the Richfield Swim Club will assist
in seeking to raise $2,000 to reduce the city's costs for this program and that
the staff will seek to develop means of providing a surcharge to users of this
pool in an effort to raise additional monies. __r
Community Services Director Don Fondrick described the components of the city's
costs for the indoor swim program.
Councilmember Kirsch then withdrew his motion and requested additional
information and discussion to be presented at the next meeting. Gouncilmember
Hassenstab withdrew his second.
15. Recommendations for City Hall Parking Lot Revision and Energ Im rovements
to City Hall
City Manager Nollenberger described a proposal for improvement to the city
hall parking lot and various city facility energy improvements. He presented a
resolution which would transfer monies during 1982 from the city's Permanent
Improvement Revolving Fund, to undertake these projects. This action would,
in effect, amend the 1982 capital budget to include these projects. He also
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presented a resolution approving the lay-out for the expanded city hall off-
street parking.
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. 6593
RESOLUTION APPROVING LAYOUT OF OFF-STREET PARKING
City of Richfield
6700 Portland Avenue
Location: Same
Use: Expanded Parking Area
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Hassenstab, Kirsch, Ludeman, Hamilton. Nays - None.
Carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6593 in Resolution Book No. 48.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Kirsch to approve budget items of $35,000
for energy improvements and $13,000 for city hall parking lots.
All ayes - Carried.
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Kirsch 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. 6594
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING TRANSFER OF FUNDS
FROM PERMANENT IMPROVEMENT REVOLVING FUND
TO CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGET TO FINANCE
PARKING LOT IMPROVEMENTS AT CITY HALL AND
CITY HALL ENERGY IMPROVEMENTS
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Hassenstab, Kirsch, Ludeman, Hamilton. Nays - None.
Carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6594 in Resolution Book No. 48.
16. Report on the Status of CP 705, Lyndale/Hub/Nicollet Public Improvements
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Ludeman that this item be deferred with
the understanding that the irrigation system will be let for bid.
All ayes - Carried.
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17. Discussion of Proposed Market Study for Cedar Avenue Liquor Store Site
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Ludeman that this item be deferred.
All ayes - Carried.
18. City Facility Us.e Policy
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Ludeman that this item be deferred.
All ayes - Carried.
19. Policy Related to City Support and Treatment of .Special Interest Grou,~s
Community Services Director Fondrick described the history of city activities
and golicies supporting special interest groups. He presented a policy relating
to handling requests for assistance from special interest groups for council
approval.
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Bunce to adopt this policy relating to
city support and treatment of special interest groups.
All ayes - Carried.
20. Purchases in Excess of $2,500
Motion by Ludeman, seconded by Kirsch that the following purchases in excess
of $2,500 be approved:
Cold Mix
Authorize the purchase of cold mix for 1982 alley maintenance project at a
unit price of $27/ton from McNamara-Vivant, for an estimated total price of $5,400.
Utility Boxes
Authorize the purchase of three specialized utility boxes for recently purchased
trucks from Truck Outfitters in the amount of $9,023.70.
Lawnmower
Authorize purchase of gasoline propelled 72 inch Toro Groundsmaster Mower
from Weekend Freedom in the amount of $8,460.75.
Gas Pump. Station
Authorize purchase of gas pump station for golf course from Zahl Equipment Co.
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in the amount of $4,289.60.
Tees and Greens Aerator
Authorize purchase of a Ryan Model 544801 Greensair II with windrow attachment
from P. L. Gould and Co. in the amount of $4,650.
Penn Avenue Liquor Store Sign
Authorize purchase of a sign for the Penn Avenue Liquor Store from Norquist
Signs in the amount of $5,480.
21. Consent Calendar
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Motion by Kirsch, seconded by Bunce that the following items be approved:
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Authorize approval of Joint Powers Agreement with City of Bloomington for
necessary management services to effectively continue our restaurant inspection
program.
B. One Day Extension of Gambling Hours,. Fred Babcock, VFW Post ~~555
Authorize the Fred Babcock VFW Post ~~555 to_expand the hours of their gambling
activity from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. on a one-day basis, April 24, 1982.
C. Payments and Estimates
Gem Construction Co., CP 764, Community Genter Elevator, Estimate 4 - $5,207
Henry 0. Mikkelson, CP 760, Monroe Park Shelter, Estimate 4:- $3,325
D. Licenses
Conservation Systems, Minneapolis - Sign Installer
All ayes - Carried.
22. Claims and Payrolls
Motion by Bunce, seconded by Hassenstab that the following claims and payrolls
be approved;
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RICHFIELD BANK & TRUST
Checks 2712/57292 General $ 941,755.72
Checks 79784/80085 Salary 191,731.93
SUMMIT BANK & TRUST
Checks 64355/64394 $1,379,744.86
All ayes - Carried.
23. Adjournment
Motion by Hassenstab, seconded by Bunce that the meeting/adjourn.
All ayes - Carried. Time: 12:22 a.m., April 13,9 ~~ ;~ /~
Date Approved: April.26, 1982
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Karl Nollenber r City Manager