06-25-1984CITY OF RICHFIELD
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
• JUNE 25,1984
M~IBFRS PRESENT: John Hamilton, Mayor
Council Members: Howard Bunce, Martin Kirsch, Donald Priebe
MENIDERS PRESENT:, John Cartwright, City Manager; John Dean, City Attorney;
Sylvia Bergh, City Clerk; Dennis Kraft, Community Develop-
ment Director; Don Fondrick, Community Services Director;
Tom Morgan, Public Safety Director; Ron Rankin, Adminis- '
trative Services Director/Assistant City Manaager; Michael
Eastling, City Engineer
The meeting was called to order at 7:03 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Hamilton.
AP 0
M/Bunce, S/Kirsch to approve the minutes of the regular city council meeting of
June 11, 1984. •
Motion carried 4-0.
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PRE ATIONS - -- ---
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Mayor Hamilton introduced the six Miss Richfield candidates and presented each
with a City of Richfield paperweight. City council members congratulated the
candidates and wished them well. The candidates will appear in the July 4th
Richfield parade.
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There were no members of the Lions Club present at the meeting, and no
presentation was held.
Lia Ozols, 2012 West 68th Street, Chairwoman of the Richfield Advisory Board
of Health, spoke to the council members about the Board's increased effect-
iveness this year. Ms. Ozols introduced members of the Board who were present:
Ann Kinley, Mary Esslinger,•Jeanette Lofstrom and Jane Myre. Ms. Ozols re-
quested that the council members officially accept the Board's annual report
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for 1983 and the goals and objectives for 1984.
M/Kirsch, S/Priebe to accept the reports from the Advisory Board of Health.
Motion carried 4-0.
AGENDA
City Manager Cartwright reco®nended that an application for a sign permit
submitted by the First Western Bank of Richfield to erect an illuminated sign
be added to the agenda as Item 9A.
M/Bunce, S/Priebe to approve the agznda as amended.
Motion carried ~4-0.
I 4. CON CALIIVDAR
A. CONSIDERATION OF RIIaUF
OF RDaUEST-FOR
authorize readvertisement.
B. CONSIDERATION OF RDaUEST FOR TEMPORARY GROUND
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D.
E.
F.
was not published, reject all bids and
OF RDaUEST FOR FOUR TEMPORARY
OF RDaUEST FOR PERMIT FOR ILLUM
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TO AUTHORIZE EXE(~JTION OF LABOR
HOPE PRESBYTERIAN
RAGS
WITH THE
RESOLUTION NO. 6900
RESOLUTION APPROVING LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF RICHFIELD AND LAW EiVF'ORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES,
REPRESENTING THE RICHFIELD POLICE OFFICERS FEDERATION
BARGAINING UNIT FOR THE YEARS 1984 AND 1985
G. NEW OFF-SALE BEER LICENSE, CEDAR LIQUOR STORE
H. NEW OFF-SALE BEER LICENSE, LYNDALE LIQUOR STORE
I. NEW OFF-SALE BEER LICENSE, PENN LIQUOR STORE
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J. CONSIDERATION OF TABULATION OF BIDS, MINUTES AND AWARD OF
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K. RENEWAL - OOM~RCIAL KENNEL LICENSE, CUTLER ANIMAL HOSPITAL
L. RENL'WAL - RIIaUEST FnR FEE WAIVID ITINERANT FC~D LICENSE, OP'
M. ESTIMATE #10, WATER PR~3DUCI'S CO., PROJECT 703-1569, WATER METERS,
$42,000
N. ESTIMATE #1, STREET SEALCOATING, PROJECT 2401, ALLIID BLACKTOP CO.,
FIRST AND FIlVAL - $64,287.72
0. ESTIMATE #1, PROJECT 2402, JOINT SEALING AND RESEALING, PALDA & SONS,
INC. - $34,750.53
P. LICENSE NEW, AMUSE[+~NT DEVICE, BARBER SHOP, 6635 PENN AVE~WE
Q. LICENSE RENEWAL, FEE-WAIVID, FC~D, EAST LITTLE LEAGUE, 66th
STREET AND 23RD AVIIWE
M/Bunce, S/Priebe to approve the consent calendar as presented.
Motion carried 4-0. - - - ---
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Mayor Hamilton introduced the alley-paving request, which would add an alley
between Russell and Sheridan Avenues from 67th Street to 68th Street to the
1984. alley paving project. City Manager Cartwright and staff recommended that
the council adopt the resolution ordering the project in and approving a change
order for City Project 793•
M/Kirsch, S/Bunce to close the hearing.
Motion carried 4-0.
t the fol
be ado ted; that it be
t of these minutes:
RESOLUTION N0. 6898
RESOLUTION ORDERING THE PAVING OF
ONE ADDITIONAL ALLEY AND PRFI'ARATION OF PLANS
C. P. 793E
M/Bunce, 5/Kirsch
in the resolution
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Poll of votes: Ayes - Bence, Kirsch, Priebe, Hamilton. Nays - None. Absent -
Ludeman. Motion carried. This .resolution appears as Resolution No. 6898 in
Resolution Book No. 51.
City Manager Cartwright introdut~d the request by Market Plaza Corporation for
approval of rezoning, preliminary plan and revised planned unit development
plan with variance, to allow construction of the multiple residence and com-
mercial development. He recommended that the council continue this item to the
regular meeting on July 9,1984 due to an error in the hearing notice, and due to
the request of the developer for a postponement.
M/Buns, S/Priebe to continue the public hearing and other requests to the
July 9, 1984 meeting. '
Motion carried 4-0.
ORD ,.F T READ
I 7. IO D 0
~UOR LICENSES AND PROV ING FbR WAIVER OF INV IGATIVE FEE FOR
FRAT~AL, S 0 TABLE ORGANI SON FIRS AD GNP
Public Safety Director Morgan commented that his department had a concern about
equity in licensing requirements between public and private organizations. City
Manager Cartwright stated that both fraternal organizations, the Veterans of
Foreign War and the American Legion, have done an outstanding job in the past
with their community service efforts and that their work has benefited Rich-
field. Fraternal organizations had requested the city council to reduce or
eliminate the investigative fee necessary to obtain or renew an on-sale liquor
license. The proposed amendment relates only to fraternal, veterans, or
charitable organizations and also links the fee to revenues and continuity of
the officers of these organizations. City Manager Cartwright recommended that
the council give first reading approval to the ordinance and schedule the public
hearing and second reading for July 23, 1984•
Bill 1984-16, "A~ndment to Chapter VI, Section 11.06 of the Ordinance Code of
the City of Richfield", was read and reviewed by City Attorney John Dean, the
same being on file in the office of the city clerk. (C-242)
M/Hence, S/Priebe that this constitute a first reading of Bill 1984-16, and
that second reading of this ordinance amendment be scheduled for July 23,
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Motion carried 4-0.
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0 AND I
City Manager Cartwright introduced this item regarding alternative designs for
street and storm sewer improvements. Several design alternatives were dis-
cussed, including a center fifth lane to function as a left turn lane for both
east-and west bound traffic on 66th Street. City Engineer Michael Eastling
commented on efforts that staff has undertaken with the staff of the City of
Edina and Hennepin County to resolve these design concerns. He also said there
have been neighborhood meetings held for both residential and commercial
'property owners in the area to discuss alternatives and to share concerns about
the proposed improvements. Eastling referred to draft design renderings of the
area in explaining the alternatives. He said 29 accidents have occurred in that
area in the past three years, and 25 of those were deemed to be preventable.
Eestling also stated that the proposed improvements would qualify for Federal
Aid Urban (FAU) monies to pay for these proposed improvements.
Paul Dunne, owner of the Perkins Restaurant, spoke to the city council about
his concerns about the traffic control median that is being discussed. He
said his property is in Edina and he also questioned the need for a traffic
signal on Vincent Avenue. He cited various other traffic concerns and asked
for time -to further study- the proposals.
Dennis Hansen, Hennepin County Traffic Engineer, said safety problems had been
experienced in the area in recent years.
An attorney representing the owners of the Perkins Restaurant expressed concern
for adequate access to the restaurant and customer safety. She said the
restaurant owners wish to conduct their own traffic study and work with city
staff to resolve the problems. They also request the council to defer action on
this matter for 2 to 4 weeks, so their study can be completed.
Donald Cederholm, 6214 - 5th Avenue, asked when the east exit to Lyndale Avenue
from the Crosstown will be closed. He also asked when 35W and the Crosstown
will be modified or improved. Mike Eastling said 35W and Crosstown 62 are state
roads and not county or city roads, however, if and when such projects are
undertaken, they would be closely coordinated with city efforts.
Ms. Charlotte Anderson, 6429 Vincent Avenue; said the traffic signal at 65th
and Vincent should not be removed.
Larry Wozniczka, 6744 Wentworth Avenue, voiced concern about provisions for
sidewalks, crossing medians and signage in the proposed area.
Michael Eastling discussed storm sewer improvements related to the project and
said Edina and Richfield have been meeting since 1978 to discuss the excess
water problem that both cities share. He said 66th Street is 30 years old and
the sewer system is undersized and that most of the excess water drains into
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June 25, 1984
Sheridan Park pond which is connected to Richfield Lake.
Don Fondrick, Community Services Director, shared concern about flooding at
Sheridan pond. Fondrick said staff will review the traffic study from the
Perkins restaurant owners. If it is completed promptly, the item will be
placed on the July 9, 1964 city council agenda. If delayed, it will be placed
on the July 23, 1984. agenda. Fondrick also said it is important for the
council to consider how the design alternatives for this project relate to
other projects.
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Mr. Cartwright introduced this item and said that since October, 1983, when the
city council authorized the Energy Conservation Program, Richfield residents
have had increased access to energy audits, information concerning energy im-
provements and low interest energy improvement loans through Richfield Bank &
Trust. Cartwright also summarized the Bundle Up Richfield promotional program.
He said energy conservation efforts have been very successful thus fsr and is
recommended that they be increased, to include training workshops, energy
conservation home improvement financing, "house doctor" program and rental
housing conservation. The Department of Energy and Economic Development (DE®)
will be accepting grant applications this fall that may provide Richfield with
approximately $9,000 - $15,000 in funding that can be used to provide energy
programs for residents. In order to implement these programs, the hiring of a
-- temporary staff person is needed to administer the energy program as was done
in 1983.
Sid Sanford, 7000 Portland Avenue, a member of the Energy Awareness Commission,
spoke against the "house doctor" program and stated that the Energy Commission
had voted unanimously against it. Their concern was that private contractors
should be included in addition to the public utility as providing that service.
M/Kirsch, S/Priebe that the following resolution be adopted; that it be
in the resolution book and that it be made a part of these minutes:
RESOLUTION N0. 6901
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING OONTINUATION OF THE
ENERGY CONSERVATION PROGRAM FC?R 1984-85
Poll of votes: Ayes - Bunce, Kirsch, Priebe, Hamilton. Nays -None. Absent -
Ludeman. Motion carried. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 6901 in
Resolution Book No. 51.
TEM APPLIC ION V S P T RST 500
NICO VENUE
City Manager Cartwright said the ownership of Summit Bank is changing approxi-
mately July 1, 1984. to the First Western Bank and the bank wants to erect a new
sign. Individual illuminated letters would be affixed to the north and south
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face plastic covered, and the illumination will be constant.
M/Kirsch, S/Priebe to approve the sign permit as requested
Motion carried 4-0.
CO L 0 - NO A ION
ITEM 10. COUN L DISCU ION I
Councilmember Priebe stated his concern over some major expenditure items being
included in the consent calendar rather than having individual discussion. He
said he thought these items should receive more attention. Cartwright said
these items could be taken up on the regular agenda if so desired.
M/Bunce, S/Priebe to approve the Claims and Payrolls as presented.
RICHFIELD BA1V{ & TRUST
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Checks 4685/4713 40620/40848
S[1N~++lIT STATE. BALK
Checks 1527/1561
Checks 35103135479
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Motion carried 4-0.
General
Payroll
M/Kirsch, S/Priebe to adjourn the meeting.
Motion carried 4-0. The meeting adjoux
Date Approved: July 9, 1984
y er erk
$ 773,316.84
$1,520,325.49
245 314.75