05-13-96 Regular
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Richfield, Minnesota
Regular Meeting
May 13, 1996
CALL TO ORDER
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.
ROLL CALL
Members Present:Martin Kirsch, Mayor; Michael Sandahl; Susan Rosenberg (excused
from meeting at 7:58 p.m.); Russ Susag; and Don Priebe.
Staff Present :James Prosser, City Manager; Steven Devich, Administrative
Services Director; Thomas Ferber, City Clerk; Bruce Palmborg,
Community Development Director; Mike Eastling, City Engineer;
Gretchen Blank, Leisure Services Coordinator; Randy Hughes,
Operations Coordinator; Jack Erskine, Public Safety Director;
William Fillmore, Liquor Operations Director; and Corrine Thomson,
Assistant City Attorney.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Council Member Rosenberg requested a correction to the minutes of April 22, 1996
on page 13, Item #13, to show Council Member Priebe as the vote in opposition to the
motion instead of Council Member Rosenberg. This correction was duly noted and
approved.
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M/Susag, S/Rosenberg to approve the minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting
of April 22, 1996 as amended; and the minutes of the Special City Council Meeting of May
6, 1996.
Motion carried 5-0.
Item #1OPPORTUNITY FOR PERSONS TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL ON
ANY ITEM NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA.
No one wished to address the Council.
Item #2PRESENTATION OF CONCRETE PAVING ASSOCIATION OF MINNESOTA
AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING PAVEMENT CONSTRUCTION ON 77TH
STREET. C.L. NO. 145
Dan Frentress, Executive Director of the Concrete Paving Association of
Minnesota, presented the Merit Award for Outstanding Performance to Mayor Kirsch in
recognition of the high quality of concrete pavement construction performed on 77th
Street between Portland Avenue and Cedar Avenue.
Item #3PRESENTATION DECLARING NATASHA SUKALO FROM ICHNYA,
UKRAINE AN HONORARY CITIZEN OF CITY OF RICHFIELD
Council Member Sandahl read and presented a proclamation to Natasha Sukalo
from Ichnya, Ukraine declaring her an honorary citizen of the City of Richfield.
Item #4PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING SMALL BUSINESS
WEEK IN RICHFIELD, JUNE 2-8, 1996
Council Member Susag read and presented a proclamation to Steve Moore, Chair
of the Richfield Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, designating June 2-8, 1996 as
Small Business Week in the City of Richfield. Mr. Moore invited the public to attend the
Richfield Chamber of Commerce Salute to Small Business Week Luncheon at noon, June
5, 1996 at the Holiday Inn International.
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Item #5PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING CITY OF
RICHFIELD EMPLOYEE HEALTH AND FITNESS WEEK, MAY 14-16, 1996.
Council Member Priebe read and presented a proclamation to Leisure Services
Coordinator Gretchen Blank designating May 14-16, 1996 as City of Richfield Employee
Health and Fitness Week.
Item #6PRESENTATION OF PROCLAMATION DESIGNATING WASHINGTON
PARK AS REGISTERED PEACE SITE. C.L. NO. 146
Council Member Rosenberg read and presented a proclamation to Leisure
Services Coordinator Gretchen Blank designating Washington Park as a registered Peace
Site. She invited the public to attend the dedication ceremony at Washington Park on
May 18 at 3:00 p.m.
Item #7PRESENTATIONS FROM LOCAL LEGISLATORS REGARDING RECENT
LEGISLATIVE SESSION
Mayor Kirsch read and presented a plaque to Senator Phil Riveness in recognition
of his service and representation of the citizens of the City of Richfield as State
Representative from 1982-1987 and State Senator from 1990-1997.
City Manager Prosser reviewed the City’s legislative initiatives process. He stated
the City Council had invited the City’s legislative representatives to this Council meeting
to provide an opportunity for them to review the 1996 legislative session.
Senator Jane Ranum, District 63, reviewed and summarized the following
legislative issues:
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K-12 education
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After school activities
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Crime prevention
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Capital bonding
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Family services collaborative
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Airport dual track legislation
Representative Mark Mahon, District 40A, reviewed and summarized the following
legislative issues:
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Wetland Protection Act amendments
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Airport dual track
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Minimum wage
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Metropolitan Council wastewater billing process
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Economic development loan/livable wage
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Airport Community Protection Concepts
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K-12 technology
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Education funding
Senator Phil Riveness, District 40, reviewed and summarized the following
legislative issues:
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Reversal of school aid shift
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Community Airport Protection Concepts
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Richfield Fire Relief Association/PERA pension consolidation
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Auto theft prevention
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Bonding focus on preservation as priority
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Infrastructure/road funding
State Representative Edwina Garcia reviewed and summarized the following
legislative issues:
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Airport dual track legislation provisions
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Conference committee actions
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Airport Community Protection Concepts
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This Old House
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Airport noise mitigation extension
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Bonding
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Constitutional amendment proposals put on the ballot regarding the recall of
state elected officials and a bonus for Persian Gulf War veterans
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Lowering property taxes on cabins
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Regulation of pawnbrokers
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Temporary liquor licenses for non-profit organizations
Council Member Rosenberg was excused from the meeting at this time (7:58).
Item #8 COUNCIL APPROVAL OF AGENDA
M/Susag, S/Priebe to approve the agenda.
Motion carried 4-0.
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Item #9 CONSENT CALENDAR
A.APPROVED RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF JOINT
COOPERATION AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY TO CONTINUE
PARTICIPATION IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
C.L. 147
RESOLUTION NO. 8345
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A JOINT COOPERATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF RICHFIELD AND HENNEPIN COUNTY FOR
CONTINUED PARTICIPATION IN THE URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
Motion carried 4-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 8345 in Resolution
Book No. 66.
B.APPROVED RESOLUTION APPROVING GAMBLING LICENSE WITH FEE
WAIVER FOR FRED BABCOCK VFW POST #5555, 710 LAKE SHORE DRIVE
C.L. 148
RESOLUTION NO. 8346
A RESOLUTION GRANTING APPROVAL FOR THE FRED BABCOCK VFW POST
#5555 TO CONDUCT LAWFUL GAMBLING
Motion carried 4-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 8346 in Resolution
Book No. 66.
C.APPROVED PAYMENT OF $350,000 AS SETTLEMENT OF ALL CLAIMS
RELATED TO PARTIAL TAKING OF PROPERTY FROM HOUSE OF PRAYER
LUTHERAN CHURCH; 77TH STREET PROJECT C.L. 149
D.APPROVED AWARD OF CONTRACT TO MTI DISTRIBUTING CO. FOR NEW
ROTARY MOWER TO BE USED AT RICH ACRES GOLF COURSE IN AMOUNT
OF $34,595.80 C.L. 150
M/Sandahl, S/Susag to approve the consent calendar.
Motion carried 4-0.
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Item #10PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE
AMENDMENT TO SECTION 905, ANIMAL CONTROL, REGARDING
LICENSING OF PETS (CONTINUED FROM APRIL 22, 1996) C.L. NO. 151
City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 151 regarding a proposed
ordinance amendment to the animal control section which would change the pet licensing
process to give residents the ability to purchase multi-year licenses for their animals with
proof that their animal has been spayed or neutered. He stated the proposed ordinance
amendment would also clarify the definition of a veterinary kennel and separate it from the
commercial kennel license definition.
Peggy Glaub, 7209 12th Avenue, asked if residents would be given the option to
purchase a one year license.
Council Member Priebe asked if this could be done administratively.
City Manager Prosser stated that City staff would review the process to determine
the best way to provide residents with this option.
M/Sandahl, S/Susag to close the public hearing.
Motion carried 4-0.
M/Sandahl, S/Priebe that this constitute Second Reading of Bill No. 1996-10,
amendment to Section 905 animal control; that it be published in the official newspaper
and that it be made part of these minutes.
Motion carried 4-0.
Item #11CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING REQUEST FOR
AMENDED CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR ACADEMY OF HOLY
ANGELS, 6600 NICOLLET AVENUE, TO CONSTRUCT SEASONAL
SPORTS FACILITY. C.L. NO. 152
City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 152 recommending that the City
Council continue the public hearing to June 10, 1996.
M/Sandahl, S/Susagto continue the public hearing regarding the request for an
amended conditional use permit for the Academy of Holy Angels to construct a seasonal
sports facility to the City Council meeting of June 10, 1996 regarding the request for an
amended conditional use permit for the Academy of Holy Angels to construct a seasonal
sports facility.
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Motion carried 4-0.
Item #12PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF INTERIM ORDINANCE
AUTHORIZING STUDY TO BE CONDUCTED PERTAINING TO
REGULATING AND LICENSING OF TATTOO BUSINESS AND PLACING
MORATORIUM ON DEVELOPMENT OF SUCH USES WITHIN CITY.
C.L. NO. 153
City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 153 regarding a proposed
interim ordinance to authorize a study to be conducted pertaining to the regulation and
licensing of tattoo business and to place a moratorium on the development of such uses
within the City.
M/Sandahl, S/Susag to close the public hearing.
Motion carried 4-0.
M/Sandahl, S/Priebe that this constitute Second Reading of Bill No. 1996-12,
Transitory Ordinance No. 17.66 regulating certain business activities and directing a study
be conducted, that it be published in the official newspaper and that it be made part of
these minutes.
Motion carried 4-0.
Item #13PUBLIC HEARING AND SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE
AMENDMENT RELATING TO CITY COUNCIL SALARIES. C.L. NO. 154
City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 154 regarding a proposed
ordinance amendment which would increase the salaries of Council Members from $6,025
to $6,206 per year and the salary of the Mayor from $7,762 to $7,995 per year effective on
January 1, 1997.
M/Sandahl, S/Susag to close the public hearing.
Motion carried 4-0.
M/Sandahl, S/Kirsch that this constitute Second Reading of an ordinance
amendment to Chapter II, Section 210.01 relating to City Council salaries; that it be
published in the official newspaper and that it be made part of these minutes.
Motion failed 2-2. (Susag, Priebe opposed)
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M/Sandahl, S/Kirsch to table second reading consideration of an ordinance
amendment to Chapter II, Section 210.01 to increase the salaries of Council Members
from $6,025 to $6,206 per year and the salary of the Mayor from $7,762 to $7,995 per
year effective on January 1, 1997.
Motion failed 2-2. (Susag, Priebe opposed)
Item #14CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION APPROVING REOPENER
PROVISIONS OF LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF RICHFIELD
AND LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES, LOCAL 123 BARGAINING
UNIT FOR 1996. C.L. NO. 155
City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 155 regarding settlement of the
reopener provisions of the labor agreement between the City of Richfield and Law
Enforcement Labor Services, Local 123, for 1996.
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 NO. 8347
RESOLUTION APPROVING REOPENER ISSUES OF LABOR AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF RICHFIELD AND
LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR SERVICES (LELS), LOCAL 123 BARGAINING UNIT
FOR THE YEAR 1996
Motion carried 4-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 8347 in Resolution
Book No. 66.
Item #15CONSIDERATION OF FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
REZONING LAND AT 6228 PENN AVENUE FROM MULTIPLE RESIDENCE
AND INDUSTRIAL TO GENERAL COMMERCIAL. C.L. NO. 156
City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 156 regarding a proposed
ordinance amendment to rezone the property at 6228 Penn Avenue from MR (multiple
residence) and I (industrial) to C-2 (general commercial).
M/Priebe, S/Sandahl that this constitute the First Reading of this ordinance
amendment, and that the Public Hearing and Second Reading of the ordinance be
scheduled for the June 10, 1996 City Council meeting.
Motion carried 4-0.
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Item #16CONSIDERATION OF PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND FIRST
READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDMENT REZONING LAND FROM
GENERAL COMMERCIAL TO PLANNED GENERAL COMMERCIAL TO
ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF AMERICINN HOTEL, 1200 EAST 78TH
STREET. C.L. NO. 157
City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 157 regarding consideration of a
planned unit development plan and first reading of a proposed ordinance amendment to
rezone the property at 1200 East 78th Street from C-2 (general commercial) to PC-2
(planned general commercial) to allow construction of an AmericInn Hotel on the site.
Council Member Priebe discussed the history of this property which was once the
site of a Robert Hall store. He stated that this project was unique because it was not
receiving tax increment financing (TIF) assistance. He stated that this type of project was
more desirable because it would provide immediate increased property tax revenue while
TIF projects take many years to yield the increased tax revenue to the tax base.
Council Member Susag stated that the rezoning and proposed height of the
building are not consistent with the 77th Street corridor.
M/Sandahl, S/Priebe that this constitute the First Reading of this ordinance
amendment, and that the Public Hearing and Second Reading of the ordinance be
scheduled for the June 10, 1996 City Council meeting.
Motion carried 4-0.
Item #17CONSIDERATION OF FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDMENT
REZONING LAND AT 7700 LYNDALE AVENUE FROM HIGH DENSITY
COMMERCIAL TO GENERAL COMMERCIAL AND REFER MATTER TO
PLANNING COMMISSION FOR RECOMMENDATION. C.L.NO. 158
City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 158 regarding a proposed
ordinance amendment to rezone the property at 7700 Lyndale Avenue from C-3 (high
density commercial) to C-2 (general commercial) and to also refer the matter to the
Planning Commission for their recommendation.
Lawrence Wozniczka, 6744 Wentworth Avenue, questioned the necessity for
rezoning this property to a less intensive classification. He stated concern that this would
be spot zoning.
City Manager Prosser stated that the issue is being referred to the Planning
Commission for their review.
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Council Member Priebe asked if four affirmative votes were needed to approve the
rezoning.
City Attorney Thomson stated that four affirmative votes are required for approval
of the rezoning at the second reading of the ordinance amendment. She stated a simple
majority is required for approval on first reading of the ordinance amendment.
M/Sandahl, S/Susag that this constitute the First Reading of this ordinance
amendment, and that the Public Hearing and Second Reading of the ordinance be
scheduled for the June 10, 1996 City Council meeting and to also refer the matter to the
Planning Commission for their recommendation.
Motion carried 3-1. (Priebe opposed)
Item #18CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION ACKNOWLEDGING RECEIPT OF
PETITION TO VACATE ALLEY EASEMENT LOCATED IN 7300 BLOCK
BETWEEN PLEASANT AND GRAND AVENUES; AND FIRST READING OF
ORDINANCE VACATING ALLEY EASEMENT. C.L. NO. 159
City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 159 regarding receipt of a
petition to vacate an alley easement located in the 7300 block between Pleasant Avenue
and Grand Avenue and consideration of a proposed transitory ordinance to vacate this
alley easement.
M/Sandahl, S/Priebe 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. 8348
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING RECEIVING ALLEY VACATION PETITION AND
CALLING FOR PUBLIC HEARING
Motion carried 4-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 8348 in Resolution
Book No. 66.
M/Sandahl, S/Priebe that this constitute the First Reading of this ordinance
amendment, and that the Public Hearing and Second Reading of the ordinance be
scheduled for the June 10, 1996 City Council meeting.
Motion carried 4-0.
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Item #19CONSIDERATION OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF RICHFIELD
AND HENNEPIN COUNTY TITLED COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT FOR
PARTICIPATION IN THE DESIGN OF AN 800 MHZ TRUNK RADIO AND
DIGITAL MICROWAVE SYSTEM. C.L.NO. 160
City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 160 regarding consideration of
an agreement between the City and Hennepin County titled Cooperative Agreement for
Participation in the Design of an 800 MHz Trunk Radio and Digital Microwave System. He
stated that participation by the City in the initial, cooperative design of the 800 MHz trunk
radio system will limit the City’s cost for the design phase to a fixed fee of $3,800. He
indicated that if the City were to act independently at a later date, the design cost for the
City is likely to be higher.
Council Member Priebe stated that it appears that all jurisdictions will be required
to go to the 800 MHz Trunk Radio and Digital Microwave in the future. He asked about
the future cost implications.
City Manager Prosser stated that preliminary estimates for future dispatch related
equipment requires further study but may include the following:
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$160,000 in 1998 or 1999 for capital equipment related to the conversion of the
Richfield PSAP to accommodate the 800 MHz trunked radio system.
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$275,000 in 1997 for software and hardware for computer aided dispatch
(CAD).
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$50,000 for a telephone and radio logging recorder required for the PSAP
operation.
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$200,000 for a 10 year lease agreement for microwave equipment services
related to the 800 MHz trunked radio system.
He stated further study of these issues would be required as they relate to
alternatives for dispatch services.
M/Sandahl, S/Susag to approve the agreement between the City and Hennepin
County titled Cooperative Agreement for Participation in the Design of an 800 MHz Trunk
Radio and Digital Microwave System.
Motion carried 4-0.
City Manager Prosser stated that effective May 9, 1996, he had directed that the
study of dispatch alternatives be indefinitely suspended. He stated the reason for the
suspension relates to his belief that it is not presently possible to conduct a study without
unduly and inappropriately alarming the public regarding the perception of public safety
within the community. He stated City staff will not and would not recommend changes that
would negatively impact services to residents. Mr. Prosser stated it would appear that
initial efforts to involve employees in the study stages regarding this issue may have been
the cause of misinformation to the public. He stated because of the nature of dispatch
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service, it is necessary to involve front line police, fire and dispatch employees to better
identify the issues which need to be studied and to involve these employees in the actual
study of the issues that are identified.
City Manager Prosser stated the purpose for the indefinite suspension of the study
is to accomplish the following:
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First, the City must establish a process that will permit the organization to be
receptive to new ideas regardless of their origin and to permit individuals to take
personal risks for the organization’s sake. A task force of City employees will
be requested to provide recommendations to accomplish this purpose.
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Second, after these recommendations have been received and reviewed with all
employees, a task force will be created to design a process to continue the
review of dispatch alternatives.
Item #20CONSIDERATION OF AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER AIA CONSTRUCTION
MANAGEMENT DOCUMENT FOR FOURTH MUNICIPAL LIQUOR STORE,
7700 LYNDALE AVENUE, CONSTRUCTION PROJECT. C.L. NO. 161
City Manager Prosser reviewed Council Letter No. 161 recommending that the City
Council authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement for Construction
Management Services with Greystone Construction Company for the construction of the
fourth liquor store at 7700 Lyndale Avenue. He stated that the proposal from Greystone
Construction Company provided for a construction management fee of $29,000 and an
estimated general conditions fee of $49,292 and an estimated completion date of
November 15, 1996. He stated that Mike Parsons, a Richfield resident, would be the
project manager for Greystone Construction Company.
Council Member Priebe asked questions regarding the acquisition cost for the
residual parcel that the liquor store is proposed to be constructed upon.
Community Development Director Palmborg stated that the appraisal of the
property had not been completed, therefore the cost was yet to be determined.
Lawrence Wozniczka, 6744 Wentworth Avenue, asked how bids would be received
when a construction manager is being used for the project.
City Manager Prosser stated that the process would be done in component phases,
probably three components, each of which would require City Council approval.
Council Member Priebe requested that as soon as the land acquisition cost has
been established, that this cost, along with the current budget original cost estimates
presented at the time the fourth liquor store was authorized, be provided to the Council for
comparison.
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Council Member Susag suggested that staff monitor the construction management
approach against budget estimates for the different elements and keep the City Council
informed on these aspects of the project.
Lawrence Wozniczka, 6744 Wentworth Avenue, stated concerns about not
knowing the total cost of the building before proceeding to order material components.
M/Sandahl, S/Susag to direct and authorize the City Manager to enter a standard
A.I.A. construction management agreement with Greystone Construction Company for
Construction Management Services for construction of the fourth liquor store at 7700
Lyndale Avenue, with a construction management fee of $29,000, an estimated general
conditions fee of $49,292, and estimated completion date of November 15, 1996.
Motion carried 3-1. (Priebe opposed)
Item #21CONSIDERATION OF YOUTH APPOINTMENTS TO ADVISORY BOARD
OF HEALTH, HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION AND FRIENDSHIP CITY
COMMISSION. C.L.NO. 162
Mayor Kirsch reviewed Council Letter No. 162 stating that the City Council had
conducted interviews on May 6, 1996 at a Special City Council Meeting of the applicants
for youth appointments to the Advisory Board of Health, Human Rights Commission and
Friendship City Commission.
M/Susag, S/Sandahl to approve the following youth appointments:
Advisory Board of HealthTerm Expires
Teresa GarlandMay 31, 1997
Scott DurandMay 31, 1997
Human Rights Commission
Dan KoenigMay 31, 1997
Pamela DowellMay 31, 1997
Friendship City Commission
Molly ChiricoMay 31, 1997
Motion carried 4-0.
Item #22AIRPORT STATUS REPORT
Mayor Kirsch invited the public to an Open House on airport issues at Richfield City
Hall on May 16, 1996 at 7:30 p.m.
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Mayor Kirsch stated that the MSP Mitigation Committee will hold its first meeting on
May 16, 1996. He stated the committee includes representatives of the Metropolitan
Council, Metropolitan Airports Commission and the mayors from Minneapolis, St. Paul,
Bloomington, Eagan, Mendota Heights, Richfield, Inver Grove Heights, and Burnsville.
Item #23LEGISLATIVE REPORT
None.
Item #24ANNOUNCEMENT OF DATE CHANGE OF REGULARLY SCHEDULED
CITY COUNCIL MEETING FROM MAY 27 TO MAY 28.
City Manager Prosser announced the following upcoming City Council meetings:
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May 20, 1996 - 5:30 p.m.
Meeting with Richfield ISD #280 School Board to receive a report on the
Minnesota Student and Search Institute surveys on assets for youth in the
Board Room of ISD #280 Administration Office, 7001 Harriet Avenue.
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May 20, 1996 - 6:30 p.m.
Meeting with Richfield HRA to discuss the Lyndale Avenue Strategic
Development Plan at Richfield City Hall. The regular HRA meeting will follow at
7:30 p.m.
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May 28, 1996 - 7:00 p.m.
Regular City Council meeting date changed from May 27 due to the Memorial
Day Holiday.
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May 28, 1996 - 6:00 p.m.
Special City Council Closed Executive Session meeting.
M/Sandahl, S/Susag to schedule a Special City Council Closed Executive Session
meeting for 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 28, 1996 in Lobby Conference Room #1 of Richfield
City Hall for the City Council to meet with Pierre (Pete) N. Regnier of Jardine, Logan &
O’Brien, the attorney representing the City of Richfield in the matter of Petsmart, Inc. and
A Caring Doctor (Minnesota) P.A. vs. City of Richfield to discuss this pending litigation.
Motion carried 4-0.
Item #24ACONSIDERATION OF EXCUSED ABSENCE
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City Manager stated that Council Member Rosenberg had requested to be excused
to leave early from tonight’s meeting to attend her children’s school event.
M/Sandahl, S/Susag to determine the absence of Council Member Rosenberg from
a portion of this meeting as an excused absence.
Motion carried 4-0.
Item #25COUNCIL DISCUSSION ITEMS
Mayor Kirsch commended City staff for their outstanding work on the Wood Lake
Nature Center anniversary celebration, City Garage Open House, Water Plant Open
House, and the Humboldt Avenue Storm Sewer Project Neighborhood Open House.
Council Member Susag discussed recent television news reports on the
anniversary of the tornado damage at the nature center in Fridley and the Durand family.
Item #26CLAIMS AND PAYROLL
M/Sandahl, S/Susag that the following claims and payrolls be approved:
RICHFIELD BANK & TRUST CO.
Checks: 20970-21053; 58375-58715$1,276,729.52
FIRSTAR BANK
Checks: 8998-9011$553,092.45
Payroll: 92878-92913; 95085-95358$398,655.96
Motion carried 4-0.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 8:56 p.m.
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Date Approved:
Martin J. KirschMayor
Thomas P. FerberJames D. Prosser
City ClerkCity Manager