10-25-1993 CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
October 25, 1993
MEMBERS PRESENT: Martin Kirsch, Mayor; Michael Sandahl; Susan
Rosenberg; Russ Susag; and Don Priebe.
STAFF PRESENT: James Prosser, City Manager; Steven Devich,
Administrative Services Director; Thomas
Ferber, City Clerk; Donald Fondrick,
Community Services Director; Byron Wallace,
Community Development Director; Jack Erskine,
Public Safety Director; William Fillmore,
Liquor Operations Director; and Corrine
Heine, Assistant City Attorney.
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirsch at 7:00 p.m.
PRESENTATION OF COLORS AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Kirsch led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
M/Susag, S/Sandahl to approve the minutes of the regular
City Council Meeting of October 11, 1993, and the minutes of the
Special City Council Meeting of October 13, 1993.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #1 OPPORTUNITY FOR PERSONS TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL
ON ANY ITEM NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA.
No one wished to address the Council.
Item #2 PRESENTATION OF CHECK FROM RICHFIELD CRIME FUND AND
_ CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION FROM RICHFIELD PUBLIC
SAFETY TO TODD M. SCHACKELFORD FOR HIS PART IN
APPREHENSION OF PURSE SNATCHER. C.L. NO. 295
Public Safety Director Erskine read and presented a
certificate of appreciation to Todd Shackelford for his part in
apprehension of a purse snatcher.
John Hamilton, representing the Richfield Crime Fund,
presented a $200 check to Mr. Schackelford from the Richfield
Crime Fund in recognition of his actions.
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Public Safety Director Erskine invited residents and their
children to participate in the City sponsored Halloween
activities planned at the Wood Lake Nature Center and Veterans
Memorial Park.
Item #3 COUNCIL APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mayor Kirsch stated that the following item would be added
to the agenda:
8A. Ratification of contract for asbestos clean up at the Ice
Arena and authorization for completion of the asbestos
removal.
M/Sandahl, S/Susag to approve the agenda as amended.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #4 CONSENT CALENDAR
4A. APPROVED REQUEST FOR ONE YEAR EXTENSION TO LOT WIDTH VARIANCE
FOR 6926 CHICAGO AVENUE C.L. 296
H. APPROVED RESOLUTION GRANTING APPROVAL FOR SUPER CASH, 6417
LYNDALE AVENUE, TO OPERATE CURRENCY EXCHANGE BUSINESS IN
CITY OF RICHFIELD C.L. 297
RESOLUTION NO. 8066
A RESOLUTION GRANTING APPROVAL FOR SUPER CASH,
6417 LYNDALE AVENUE, TO OPERATE A CURRENCY EXCHANGE BUSINESS
IN THE CITY OF RICHFIELD
This resolution appears as Resolution No. 8066 in Resolution
Book No. 62.
C. APPROVED PURCHASE IN EXCESS OF $5,000 FOR AN ADDITIONAL 500
TON OF ROCK SALT FROM NORTH AMERICAN SALT FOR TOTAL PURCHASE
PRICE OF 512,830 C.L. 298
D. APPROVED ESTIMATE #5 PAYMENT FOR SITE CONSTRUCTION AT
JEFFERSON PARK, CP 878; VEIT & COMPANY, INC.; $3,480.98
E. APPROVED ESTIMATE #1 PAYMENT FOR INSTALLATION OF IRRIGATION
SYSTEM AT RICH ACRES GOLF COURSE; NORTHERN IRRIGATION
SYSTEMS, INC.; 540,396.61
M/Sandahl, S/Priebe to approve the consent calendar.
Motion carried 5-0.
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Item #5 PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING REQUEST FOR AMENDED FINAL
DEVELOPMENT PLAN/CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW
CONSTRUCTION OF MEDICAL OFFICE BUILDING AT 407 WEST
66TH STREET. C.L. N0. 299
City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 299
regarding the request of Richfield State Agency (RSA), 6625
Lyndale Avenue, for an amended final development plan and
conditional use permit to allow construction of a satellite
medical clinic for Abbott Northwestern Hospitals at 407 West 66th
Street.
Michael Smith, representing Abbott Northwestern Hospitals,
reviewed the research information regarding service needs that
led to the proposal for the medical clinic in Richfield. He
reviewed the services and functions of the proposed clinic.
Jan Susee, representing RSA, reviewed the changes made to
the original proposal as a result of mediation and discussions
with property owners on Grand Avenue. He stated adjustments were
made in the location of the parking access-and screening. He
stated an agreement was made with several property owners that
RSA will compensate them if appraisals show a drop in their
property values after construction of the project.
Dr. Ann Zilka, Hub Chiropractic, 6601 Grand Avenue, asked
about the setback of the new building. ~-
Scott Helmes, Skaaden-Helmes Architects, stated the new
building would have the same setback from 66th Street as the
existing building on the site. He reviewed the site plan for the
proposed clinic.
Lawrence Wozniczka, 6744 Wentworth Avenue, stated several
concerns about the traffic impacts of the Grand Avenue access.
He stated support for retaining a median to provide a physical
barrier to discourage traffic from using 68th Street.
Jan Susee stated that the access will be signed for no right
turn out and Grand Avenue will have a no left turn restriction.
City Manager Prosser stated that staff recommended
elimination of the median because of maintenance issues. He
stated the median could be installed later if it is found that it
is warranted. •
Jan Susee reviewed how the RSA si•
limiting McDonald's restaurant parking
Street, closure of a southerly access,
parking locations. He stated that RSA
the median because the signing and the
should address the traffic concerns.
to access would be revised
to access from 66th
and a change in employee
preferred elimination of
other site revisions
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Dr. Ann Z31ka stated that the current median has not been
effective in diverting traffic.
M/Susag, S/Sandahl to close the public hearing.
Motion carried 5-0.
Council Member Sandahl stated he supported the project as
proposed and that the median could be installed later if it would
become necessary.
Council Member Susag stated that he was pleased with the
changes made to address the neighborhood concerns and the limit
of access to McDonalds. He stated support for removal of the
median because of the .driver confusion and safety concerns it
created.
Council Member Priebe stated the medical clinic would be an
excellent addition to the community and a positive addition to
the commercial tax base. He commended the efforts of RSA to make
the project compatible with the neighborhood.
Council Member ~R®senl~ery co~tzpli~--en~i,e~ RSA i:uY t~ieir
sensitivity and partnership with the neighborhood.
Mayor Kirsch stated the medical clinic would be a welcome
addition to the community and thanked RSA and the neighborhood
for working together on the project.
M/Sandahl, S/Rosenberg to approve the request of Richfield
State Agency for an amended final development plan and
conditional use permit to allow construction of a satellite
medical clinic for Abbott ATorthwest Hospitals at 407 West 66th
Street with the following stipulations:
1. That the location of the proposed automated teller machine be
subject to staff approval.
2. That the parking lot south of 67th Street be screened in
compliance with the City's landscape and screening standards.
3. That a cash escrow agreement be submitted for all required
landscape improvements before building permits are issued.
4. That if parking demand exceeds capacity, as determined by the
City Council, additional offstreet parking will be provided.
Motion carried 5-0.
In response to Mayor Kirsch, Architect Scott Helmes reviewed
the anticipated construction schedule with the clinic opening in
the summer of 1994.
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Item #6 PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF INTERIM ORDINANCE
FOR PURPOSE OF PROTECTING PLANNING PROCESS AND HEALTH,
SAFETY AND WELFARE OF CITY RESIDENTS, AND REGULATING
AND RESTRICTING DEVELOPMENT OF ADULT USES WITHIN THE
CITY. C.L. NO. 300.
City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 300
regarding a proposed interim ordinance for the purpose of
protecting the planning process and the health, safety and
welfare of City residents by adopting a one year moratorium on
the development of adult uses within the City.
M/Sandahl, S/Priebe to close the public hearinct.
Motion carried 5-0.
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M/Sandahl, S/Susag that this constitute Second Reading of
Bill No. 1993-16 Transitory Ordinance No. 17.53, regulating and
restricting development of adult uses within the City; that it be
published in the official news._paper and that it be made part of
these minutes.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #7 CONSIDERATION OF MAYOR'S APPOINTMENT OF HOUSING AND
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY COMMISSIONER. C.L. N0. 301
Mayor Kirsch stated his choice of Mike Sandahl for
appointment as Commissioner of the Housing and Redevelopment
Authority.
Council Member Priebe stated he had mixed feelings regarding
this appointment. He stated that it is appropriate and he
supports having two City Council Members on the HRA to maintain
communication. He stated he also hates to see Mr. Wozniczka
leave the board because of his critical questioning of HRA
issues.
M/Kirsch, S/Susag to confirm the appointment of Mike Sandahl
as a Commissioner of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority to a
five year term which will expire in October 1998.
Motion carried 4-0. (Sandahl abstained)
M/Susag, S/Kirsch that the City Council recognizes and
commends the service of Larry Wozniczka as HRA Commissioner and
encourages him to apply for future City Commission appointment
oDUOrtunities.
Motion carried 5-0.
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Ytem #8 CONSIDERATION OF AGREEMENTS FOR REDEVELOPMENT OF
WASHINGTON PARK; LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT AND BUILDING
ARCHITECT. C.L. NO. 302
City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 302
regarding proposed agreements with Laurie McRosti of Orr-Schelen-
Mayeron Associates, Inc. (OSM) and Richard Schwarz of Schwarz
Architects for landscape and building consultant services for the
redevelopment of Washington Park.
Community Services Director Fondrick stated that it is
recommended that the design work begin this early in order to
complete the project in 1994 and to obtain approval for the
federal funding portion of the project.
Council Member Sandahl asked about the feasibility of moving
up the redevelopment of Madison Park to 1994 because of the
strong desire of the neighborhood for improvement to this park.
City Manager crosser stated that staff will investiga~~e `i.Iie
funding alternatives for the redevelopment of Madison Park in
1994.
Council Member Priebe suggested that the Liquor Fund cash
balance could be utilized to fund Madison Park instead of funding
the proposed fourth liquor store.
Mayor Kirsch directed the City Manager to proceed with
developing funding alternatives for City Council consideration
regarding the advancement to 1994 of the redevelopment of Madison
Park.
M/Sandahl, S/Sandahl to approve the agreements with the
following consultants for the Washington Park redevelopment
project: Laurie McRosti, Orr-Schelen-Mayeron Associates, Inc., in
the amount not to exceed 522,350 for site consultant services
Richard Schwarz, Schwarz Architects, in an amount not to exceed
512,500 for building and electrical consultant services.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #8A RATIFICATION OF CONTRACT FOR ASBESTOS CLEAN UP AT THE
ICE ARENA AND AUTHORIZATION FOR COMPLETION OF THE
ASBESTOS REMOVAL. C.L. N0. 304
City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 304
regarding ratification of contract with Safe Air Systems, Inc.
for clean up and removal of asbestos roof materials at the
Richfield Ice Arena.
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M/Sandahl, S/Susag 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. 8068
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE AWARD OF A CONTRACT FOR
REMOVAL OF ASBESTOS MATERIALS ON AN EMERGENCY BASIS
AND WITHOUT COMPETITIVE BIDDING
Motion carried 5-0. This resolution appears as Resolution
No. 8068 in Resolution Book No. 63.
Item #9 AIRPORT STATUS REPORT
City Manager Prosser reviewed the following airport related
issues:
• REVISED SLOPING DECISION FOR THE EXTENSION OF RUNWAY 4-22
The alternatives to be studied in the revised Draft
Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) are as follows:--.
*No build.
*No build with Runway 22 SID. A single heading proceeding
straight south for three milers, followed by a right turn to
the southwest over the Minnesota River Valley. It would
reduce noise in Burnsville and Eagan. Used only in low
traffic periods,. minimal impact.
*Runway Threshold Alternative 1. Runway 4 landing threshold
would be moved. 1200 feet southwest of the existing landing
threshold. The effect would be to clear up some airport
design tolerance questions and permit additional landing
roll-out for runway 4 arrivals. Impact on Richfield would
be low to moderate.
*Runway Threshold Alternative 2. The existing runway 4
threshold is maintained, displaced 2750 feet from end of
pavement.
*Flight Track Alternative A. Fan in all directions from 165
to 350 degrees, revised with the addition of the 165 degree
heading.
*Flight Track Alternative B. Current usage with four
departure headings, 200, 220, 290 & 350 degrees.
*Flight Track Alternative SID. Could be used in conjunction
with A, B, or no build. Minimal impact on Richfield.
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The preparation of the revised DEIS is ongoing and public
release is expected in 30-60 days.
• NEW FORD TOWN/RICH ACRES BUYOUT
The MAC conducted an informational open house regarding the
buyout on October 19. The City had representatives in
attendance to provide information regarding Richfield
housing options.
• GOVERNOR'S DUAL TRACK TASK FORCE
The final report has now been released.
Item #10 CONSIDERATION OF COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN
MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION AND CITY OF
RICHFIELD FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING,
RIGHT OF WAY AND DEMOLITION COSTS INCURRED ON PHASE I
OF 77TH STREET. C.L. NO. 303
City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 303
regarding a cooperative agreement between the Minnesota
Department of Transportation (MnDot) and the City for
reimbursement of preliminary engineering, right of way and
demolition costs incurred on Phase I of the 77th Street Project.
M/Susag, S/Sandahl that the following resolution be adopted;
that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part
of these minutes:
RESOLUTION N0. 8067
RESOLUTION APPROVING AGREEMENT NO. 71938 WITH THE
STATE OF MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
REGARDING THE 77TH STREET PROJECT
Motion carried 5-0. This resolution appears as Resolution
No. 8067 in Resolution Book No. 63.
Item #11 77TH STREET PROJECT STATUS REPORT
Community Services Director Fondrick reviewed the status of
the following 77th Street Project issues:
• The underground utility work on the west half of Lyndale
Avenue at 77th Street is almost complete.
• The storm sewer extension under 76th Street to Girard Avenue
is complete and the base is in place for paving.
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• The concrete batch plant is currently being assembled on the
Cloverleaf site.
• Concrete paving is scheduled to begin this week and will be
completed in approximately 10 days.
• 77th Street should be open to traffic, depending on the
weather, some time between mid-November and early December.
• Some of the saw cutting of points in the concrete surface
will by necessity occur at night.
Item #12 LEGISLATIVE REPORT
City Manager Prosser stated that the City has been
discussing with its legislative delegation issues related to mass
transit and funding the completion of the 77th Street Project.
Item #13 COUNCIL DISCUSSION ITEMS
Council Member Priebe informed the Council that he is
submitting a letter to the editor stating his concerns and ideas
about the proposed budget. He asked why the back nine of the
golf course was closed this weekend. _
Community Services Director Fondrick stated the back nine
was closed for the season because of work being done on the
irrigation system.
Mayor Kirsch announced that there will be a Special City
Council Executive Session on November 10, 1993 at 6:30 p.m. in
the Lobby Conference Room at City Hall. He stated the meeting
will be closed to the public and that the purpose of the meeting
is to discuss the City Manager's evaluation and matters of
compensation. He stated a summary of the November 10 meeting
will be discussed in public at the November 22 regularly
scheduled City Council meeting.
Mayor Kirsch discussed the opening of the South Hennepin
Recycling and Problem Waste Drop Off Center at 1400 West 96th
Street in Bloomington.
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Item #14 CLAIMS AND PAYROLLS
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October 25, 1993
M/Sandahl, S/Susag that the following claims and payrolls be
apuroved:
RICHFIELD BANK & TRUST CO.
Checks 17617-1?690; 41949-42176
NORWEST BANK
Check 1191
FIRSTAR BANK
Checks 7699-7717
Payroll: 68982-69000; 72008-72026;
72050-72356
Motion carried 5-0.
ADJOURNMENT
$ 861,707.35
$ 17,000.00
$ 77,027.49
S 368,175.72
The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 8:24 p.m.
Date Approved : ~ 1! 8/ 93
Martin irsch Mayor
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Thomas P. Ferber J es D. Prosser
City Clerk C ty Manager
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