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06-25-1990CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING June 25, 1990 MEMBERS PRESENT: Steven fluam, Mayor; Edwina Garcia; Ivan Ludeman; Martin Kirsch; and Michael Sandahl. STAFF PRESENT: James Prosser, City Manager; Steven Devich, Administrative Services Director; Thomas P. Ferber, City Clerk; Donald Fondrick, Community Services Director; Byron Wallace, Community Development Director; Barry Fritz, Police Lieutenant; William Fillmore, Liquor Operations Director; Mike Eastling, City Engineer; Tom Foley, Transportation Engineer; ' and John Dean, City Attorney. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Quam at 7:00 p.m. PRESENTATION OF COLORS AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor Quam led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. APPROVAL OF MINUTES M/Kirsch, S/Garcia to approve the minutes of the City, Council Studer Session/HRA Joint Meeting of June 4 1990; the minutes of the City Council Executive Session of June 4, 1990; the minutes of the Special City Council Meeting of June 7, 1990; and the minutes of the regular City Council Meeting of June 11, 1990. Motion carried 5-0. Item #1 PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION FROM SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICES. C.L. NO. 157 Betty Crouch presented a Certificate of Appreciation to the City Council in recognition of their support for the Senior Outreach Program and the H.O.M.E. Program. Item #2 OPPORTUNITY FOR CITIZENS TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL ON ANY ITEM NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA. No one wished to address the council. .~, Council Meeting Minutes -2- Item #3 COUNCIL APPROVAL OF AGENDA M/Kirsch, S/Ludeman to approve the agenda. Motion carried 5-0. Item #4 CONSENT CALENDAR June 25, 1990 A. APPROVED PURCHASE IN EXCESS OF $5,000 FROM MTI DISTRIBUTING COMPANY FOR A TORO GREENS AERATOR FOR THE RICH ACRES GOLF COURSE IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,596. C.L. NO. 158 B. APPROVED AWARD OF CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $98,467.64, INCLUDING ALTERNATE "A", TO ALLIED BLACKTOP, INC. FOR THE 1990 SEALCOATING PROJECT. C.L. NO. 159 C. APPROVED 1990 LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN LOCAL 49 OF THE iNxER~iAxiO~ir~Y, U1~i~uNi Dr OPERATYi~G EN~YNEERS AND I'FiE CITY OF RICHFIELD. C.L. NO. 160 RESOLUTION NO. 7640 RESOLUTION APPROVING ADDENDUM TO LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF RICHFIELD AND INTERNATIONAL UNION OF OPERATING ENGINEERS LOCAL 49 AFL/CIO FOR THE YEAR 1990 This Resolution appears as Resolution No. 7640 in Resolution Book No. 59. D. APPROVED REQUEST BY MINNEAPOLIS-RICHFIELD AMERICAN LEGION POST 435 FOR A FEE WAIVED, TEMPORARY ON-SALE NON-INTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR JULY 3-4, 1990. C.L. N0. 161 E. APPROVED REQUEST BY FRED BABCOCK VFW POST 5555 FOR A FEE WAIVED, TEMPORARY ON-SALE NON-INTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR LICENSE FOR JULY 3-4, 1990. C.L. NO. 162 F. APPROVED FINAL PAYMENT FOR STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENT AT 66TH-MORGAN AND NEWTON, C.P. 708-1569; F.F. JEDLICKI, INC. $1,910.57 M/Ludeman, S/Garcia to approve the consent calendar. Motion carried 5-0. Council Meeting Minutes -3- June 25, 1990 Item #5 PUBLIC HEARING ON REQUEST FOR AN AMENDMENT OF THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AT 7500 LYNDALE AVENUE SOUTH TO ALLOW A LARGER REPLACEMENT BUILDING. C.L. NO. 163 City Manager Prosser reviewed CouncilfLetter No. 163 regarding a request by Super America to amend the conditional use permit for 7500 Lyndale Avenue to build a new 37'4" x 79'4" store in place of the existing 33' x 34' store. Bud Kaupp, Zoning and Permit Manager for Super America, stated that the recommended stipulations are acceptable except stipulation #3 regarding decreasing the width of the existing curb cut to conform with the city code standard of 26-32 feet. He stated that Super America wished to leave the curb cut as it exists. Council Member Kirsch asked if an irrigation system could be provided for the landscaping and if utilities could be put underground. Mike O'Donnell, Project Engineer for Super America, responded that an irrigation system would be installed and that he would work with NSP regarding the underground utilities. Mr. Wells, 7500 Aldrich Avenue, asked if 75th Street would be closed. Mayor Quam stated the street would remain as it exists. Evelyn S. Koog, 7421 Aldrich Avenue, stated that it was her opinion that the driveway width was not a problem. Discussion followed regarding the curb cut width, purpose, location, and standards. M/Garcia, S/Ludeman to close the public hearing. Motion carried 5-0. M/Kirsch, S/Ludeman to a~arove the amendment of the conditional use permit for a service station store at 7500 Lyndale Avenue South for a new 37'4" x 79'4" store in glace of the existing store with the following stipulations: 1. All signage be approved by staff. 2. The existing canopy to remain at the same height and size but, if changed, it may not exceed 16'-0" in height with a minimum of 14'-0" in height. City Council Minutes -4- June 25, 1990 3. The curb cut on 75th Street conform with the City Code, be 32 feet wide, and be built to the west as far as practical. 4. Sewer and water services and the condition of the petroleum tanks be inspected before construction. 5. The evergreens, if removed or damaged, be replaced with similar landscaping elements to be approved by City staff. 6. The trash dumpster be enclosed on four sides and be constructed of materials similar to the building or the existing redwood fence. 7. That an irrigation system for landscaping be provided. 8. That utilities be underground. Motion carried 5-0. Y'Cem ii6 `'©I~~Y~ERATYOI~ OF AU1Y~Y6RYXA`~YON 10 AMEND THE YEAR XV URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROJECT FUNDING AND EXECUTION OF APPROPRIATE AGREEMENTS. C.L. NO. 164 City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 164 regarding consideration of amending the Year XV Urban Hennepin County Block Grant (CDBG) project funding by transfering $10,000 from Section 312 to Housing Rehabilitation and $10,000 from the Economic Development Revolving Fund to the Scattered Site project. M/Ludeman, S/Garcia to close the public hearing. Motion carried 5-0. M/Ludeman, S/Quam that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 7641 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE YEAR XV URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY STATEMENT OF PROJECTED USE OF FUNDS Motion carried 5-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7641 in Resolution Book No. 59. i 1 City Council Minutes -5- June 25, 1990 Item #7 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING JUST COMPENSATION AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF 7645 FIRST AND 7644 TENTH AVENUES SOUTH AND THE SUBMITTAL OF A RIGHT-OF-WAY ACQUISITION LOAN FUND (RALF) APPLICATION;-77TH STREET PROJECT. C.L. NO. 165 City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 165 recommending adoption of a resolution to establish dust compensation for the purchase of 7645 First Avenue South and 7644 Tenth Avenue South; to authorize the City Manager and Mayor to execute a purchase agreement in the amount of the gust compensation; and to submit a final loan application to the Metropolitan Council for use of Right-of-Way Acquisition Fund (RALF). M/Garcia, S/Kirsch that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made Dart of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 7642 RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING JUST COMPENSATION, AUTHORIZING PURCHASE OF REAL PROPERTY AND SUBMITTAL OF LOAN APPLICATION FOR 7645 1ST AVENUE SOUTH 7644 10TH AVENUE SOUTH Motion carried 5-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7642 in Resolution Book No. 59. Item #8 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION APPOINTING DIRECTORS TO THE RICHFIELD TOURISM PROMOTION BOARD. C.L. NO. 166 City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 166 regarding the recommended appointment to the Richfield Tourism Promotion Board of the following individuals: 1. Larry Zielke, Attorney from the Orlins & Brainerd law firm, representing the Richfield Chamber of Commerce to serve a one (1) year term. 2. Charles Davis, Regional Vice President for Motel 6 to serve a two (2) year term. 3. William Brusman, Vice President of Realty Management Services, Inc. representing Hampton Inn to serve a three (3) year term. City Council Minutes -6- June 25, 1990 M/Ludeman, S/Kirsch that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 7643 RESOLUTION APPOINTING THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS TO THE RICHFIELD TOURISM PROMOTION BOARD, INC. Motion carried 5-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7643 in Resolution Hook No. 59. Item #9 CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR A COLLABORATIVE COMMUNITY AIRPORT PLANNING PROCESS. C.L. NO. 167 City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 167 regarding a Resolution expressing support for a collaborative community airport planning process. M/Ludeman, S/Garcia that the following resolution be adopted; that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 7644 RESOLUTION EXPRESSING SUPPORT FOR COLLABORATIVE COMMUNITY AIRPORT PLANNING PROCESS Motion carried 5-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 7644 in Resolution Book No. 59. Item #10 CONSIDERATION OF SAFETY IMPROVEMENT TO ROADWAY INTERSECTION AT 66TH STREET AND PORTLAND AVENUE. C.L. NO. 168 City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 168 regarding proposed improvements to the intersection of 66th Street and Portland Avenue. City Engineer Eastling reviewed the accident statistics and various alternative plans considered for improving the 66th Street and Portland Avenue intersection. I 0 [] ~~ City Council Minutes -7- June 25, 1990 Transportation Engineer Foley reviewed values of the following factors used to evaluate the alternatives: 1) Cost 6) Impact of businesses 2) Accident reduction 7) Tree removal 3) Homes taken 8) Redevelopment potential 4) Severity of impact on homes 9) Impact on park 5) Impact of buyout 10) Future traffic per highway studies City Engineer Eastling reviewed the staff recommendation that the City Council approve Alternate "C", a proposed layout adding a left turn lane on all four legs of the intersection, installing concrete medians, taking the needed right-of-way to the east on Portland Avenue and to the north on 66th Street. Mayor Quam asked the reasons for the medians and about signalization changes to address the intersection problems. City Engineer Eastling stated that the median provided channelization and protected left turn lane storage. He stated Hennepin County had tried several different signalization operational changes to improve the intersection. Council Member Garcia asked about the width of the medians and the "Accident Reduction Area" program in Minneapolis. City Engineer Eastling reviewed the various median widths. Mayor Quam stated that funding for the proposed project would be from Minnesota State Aid (MSA) and Hennepin County funds, not special assessments. City Manager Prosser reviewed the right-of-way and construction costs. He indicated staff had explored the possibility of a full taking instead of partial taking for some properties as requested by some residents. The excess right-of- way would then be sold to a developer for construction of townhomes. The proceeds of the sale of the land to a developer would help offset the additional acquisition cost. Discussion followed regarding lot sizes, acquisition impact, and the townhouses. John Moon, 6704 Oakland Avenue, spoke in opposition to the proposed project and reviewed his analysis of traffic and accident data regarding the intersection. Tom Sachs, owner of Hat Trick Hockey, 609 East 66th Street, stated concerns about u-turns and pedestrian safety if medians are installed. City Council Minutes -8- June 25, 1990 Doris Lattery, 6601 5th Avenue, spoke in opposition to the proposed project. Sharon Anderson, 6544 5th Avenue, stated concern that if the city council does not approve this project that Hennepin County will continue to pressure for widening the intersection. Katy Johnson, 6710 Oakland Avenue, stated concerns about access to the swimming pool and safety in crossing the streets if they are widened and medians installed. Roger Wahldick, owner of Victoria Manor, 500 East 66th Street, stated concern about the negative impact of the right-of- way acquisition on this apartment building. Mrs. Breedlove, 500 East 66th Street, spoke in opposition to the proposed project. Vern Knudson, 6509 5th Avenue, suggested a third lane for turns or a turn lane like 66th Street and 35W. Scott Johnson, 6630 Portland Avenue, stated that no correlation of accidents and dates had been given and stated concern that th® psApcs®d pso~ect w0~?d ca~~e rear~end accide~tso Joe Finley, representing Amoco Oil, stated his opinion that the project would require a complete taking of the Amoco Station, thus adding a large amount to the acquisition costs. Abe Franck, 6514 5th Avenue, stated he thought the right-of- way acquisition was too much and that other things could be done. Doris Westergren, 6526 5th Avenue, suggested a stop sign be installed at 64th and Portland Avenue. Roy Huddle, 6617 Portland Avenue, spoke in opposition to the proposed project saying it would hurt residential property values. Gary Olson, 6633 Columbus Avenue, stated concerns about pedestrian safety near the swimming pool and traffic from the funeral home if the proposed project is built. He suggested banning left turns at the intersection during certain hours. Ron Glaub, 7209 12th Avenue, stated concerns about the costs of the project. He suggested reducing the speed limit and putting an empty police car near the intersection. M/Ludeman, S/Garcia to close the public hearing. 1 Motion carried 5-0. City Council Minutes -9- June 25, 1990 City staff responded to questions raised by the audience during their testimony related to accident statistics, accident reduction projections, costs, speed limits, freeway accesses, median size, signalization adjustments, left turn arrows, property appraisals, and why this issue is not subject to a referendum vote. City Council Members expressed their analysis of the issues related to the proposed intersection project. Council Member Ludeman stated he opposed the project because of concern about costs and it's impact on businesses and homes in the area. Council Member Garcia spoke in opposition to the project and ' stated concern about the process, costs, and the need to look at other alternatives. Mayor Quam spoke in support of the project because of safety and traffic issues will need to be addressed, now and in the future. Council Member Sandahl spoke in opposition to the proposed project stating it was a close decision weighing the traffic and safety needs with the intrusiveness of the project on the area. Council Member Kirsch spoke in opposition to the proposed project. He suggested lesser operational improvements should be explored further. M/Ludeman, S/Garcia to reject the pro.~osed improvement plan alternatives for the 66th Street and Portland Avenue intersection and chose the "no build" alternative. Motion carried 4-1. (Quam opposed) It was the consensus of the City Council to direct City staff to prepare a report regarding operational and enforcement options regarding the 66th Street and Portland Avenue intersection which may address some of the safety/traffic issues at the intersection. The report would be presented for council discussion at a Study Session in approximately 90 days. Item #11 CONSIDERATION OF WHETHER TO HOLD A CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION ON JULY 2, 1990. C.L. NO. 169 M/Garcia, S/Ludeman to cancel the regularly scheduled City Council Study Session of Monday, July 2, 1990. Motion carried 5-0. Item #12 LEGISLATIVE REPORT None _. _ _ __ _ _ I City Council Minutes -10- -June 25, 1990 Item #13 COUNCIL DISCUSSION ITEMS None Item #14 CLAIMS AND PAYROLLS M/Ludeman, S/Garcia that the following claims and payrolls be approved: RICIFIRLD STATE BANK Checks 12867-12913; 111127-111427 5905,501.99 FIRST WESTERN BANK Checks 5b14-5b34 5709,127.72 Checks 37148-37184; 37b51-38093 Payroll 5362,297.14 Motion carried 5-0. ADJOURNMENT 'The meeting was adjourned by unanimous copse t 10:2 p. . Date Approved : 7/ 9/ 90 S J. Qu Mayor ~4 T omas P. Ferber Jam s D. Prosser City Clerk i y Manager i 'I!