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10-25-05 Regular CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES Richfield, Minnesota Regular Meeting October 25, 2005 The meeting was called to order by Mayor Kirsch at 6:33 p.m. Members Present: Martin Kirsch, Mayor; Sue Sandahl; Susan Rosenberg; Fred Wroge; and Bill Kilian. Staff Present: Steve Devich, City Manager; Mike Eastling, Public Works Director; Brad Sveum, Fire Services Director; Bruce Nordquist, Acting Community Development Director; Tom Foley, Transportation Engineer; Kristin Asher, Assistant City Engineer; Jay Henthorne, Police Lieutenant; Chris Regis, Finance Manager; Cheryl Krumholz, Recording Secretary; and Corrine Thomson, City Attorney. M/Kilian, S/Sandahl to excuse the absence of Council Members RosenberQ and WroQe from the October 19. 2005 Special City Council/HRA/PC Worksession. Motion carried 5-0. Elizabeth Arnold, 148 East 66th Street, addressed the City Council regarding establishing a fiscal responsibility/accountability non-partisan, non-profit citizen group for Richfield. Bob Hall, 7309 Oliver Avenue, addressed the City Council regarding the October 26 City Council meeting agenda. City Manager Devich explained the October 26 meeting is an additional meeting to the December 5 Truth-in-Taxation, and was called by the City Council to receive citizen input on the 2006 Proposed Budget. Mayor Kirsch led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance. Council Meeting Minutes -2- October 25, 2005 M/Kilian, S/Rosenberg to approve the minutes of (1) Special City Council Meetino of October 5. 2005: (2) Special City Council Worksession of October 10, 2005: (3) Special City Council Meetino of October 11. 2005: (4) Special City Council Worksession of October 11. 2005: and (5) Reoular City Council Meetino of October 11. 2005. Motion carried 5-0. Item #1 M/Sandahl, S/Rosenberg that the followino resolution be adopted. that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 9667 RESOLUTION SUPPORTING RICHFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS OPERATING LEVY REFERENDUMS Council Member Sandahl stated that schools rather than location are the most important factors considered when people buy homes. Motion carried 5-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 9667 in Resolution Book No. 75. Council Member Rosenberg announced the Loaves and Fishes program at Assumption Church began tonight. She acknowledged the special efforts of Camillo DeSantis and Edwina Garcia. Council Member Wroge reminded residents of the October 26 Special City Council meeting where they can voice their opinion and concerns related to the City's proposed 2006 budget. Council Member Kilian announced that Richfield Police Officer, Joe Ogren, was selected as Minnesota Officer of the Year by the Minnesota Crime Prevention Association. Item #2 M/Rosenberg, S/Sandahl to approve the aoenda. Motion carried 5-0. Item #3 Council Meeting Minutes -3- October 25, 2005 A. Approved contract renewal with Chief's Towing, Inc., 8610 Harriet Avenue, for Public Safety towing services from December 1,2005 through November 30,2006 S.R. No. 194 M/Rosenberg, S/Sandahl to approve the Consent Calendar. Motion carried 5-0. Item #4 None. Item #5 Council Member Sandahl presented Staff Report No. 195 regarding a second reading of an ordinance modifying gas franchise fee on Centerpoint Energy for providing gas service within the City of Richfield and a resolution authorizing a summary publication of the ordinance. Bob Hall, 7309 Oliver Avenue, questioned the timing and purpose of the franchise fee ordinances being acted upon prior to the budget discussion tomorrow night. City Manager Devich explained the fees are used to balance the budget. The utility companies need advance time to get the increase effective for an entire year. M/Rosenberg, S/Sandahl to close the public hearing. Motion carried 5-0. M/Sandahl, S/Rosenberg that this constitutes the second reading of Bill 2005-13 modifying the gas franchise fee on CenterPoint energy for providing gas service within the City of Richfield. that it be published in the official newspaper and that it be made part of these minutes. Council Member Sandahl explained the purpose and allocation uses of the franchise fees. It is a consistent revenue source to maintain the City's infrastructure. Council Member Wroge, speaking about the gas and electric franchise fees, stated he did not support the proposed ordinances. Putting funds aside should be part of property taxes and the City Council should have the courage to raise taxes to pay for the costs to run our government. If Centerpoint Energy and Xcel Energy companies stop participating, the City will be left with a financial gap needing to be filled. Council Member Kilian expressed agreement with Council Member Wroge, but added it would be irresponsible to not support the franchise fees until an alternative revenue source was identified. Motion carried 4-1. (yVroge opposed.) M/Sandahl, S/Rosenberg that the following resolution be adopted. that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: Council Meeting Minutes -4- October 25, 2005 RESOLUTION NO. 9668 RESOLUTION APPROVING SUMMARY PUBLICATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO APPENDIX E OF THE RICHFIELD CITY CODE WHICH PERTAINS TO THE FRANCHISE ORDINANCE Motion carried 5-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 9668 in Resolution Book No. 75. Item #6 Council Member Sandahl presented Staff Report No. 196 regarding a second reading of an ordinance modifying electric franchise fee on Northern States Power dba Xcel Energy for providing electric service within the City of Richfield and a resolution authorizing a summary publication of the ordinance. David Grossklaus, 6824 13th Avenue, stated the City has had a couple years to resolve the local government aid reductions and that's not being done so the franchise fees should be on property taxes. M/Rosenberg, SM/rage to close the public hearinQ. Motion carried 5-0. M/Sandahl, S/Rosenberg that this constitutes the second readinQ of Bill 2005-14 modifyinQ the electric franchise fee on Northern States Power d/b/a Xcel EnerQY for providinQ electric service within the City of Richfield. that it be published in the official newspaper and that it be made part of these minutes. Motion carried 4-1. 0Nrage opposed.) M/Sandahl, S/Rosenberg that the followinQ resolution be adopted. that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 9669 RESOLUTION APPROVING SUMMARY PUBLICATION OF AN ORDINANCE AMENDMENT TO APPENDIX E OF THE RICHFIELD CITY CODE WHICH PERTAINS TO THE FRANCHISE ORDINANCE Motion carried 5-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 9669 in Resolution Book No. 75. Item #7 Council Meeting Minutes -5- October 25, 2005 Mayor Kirsch clarified that a flyer circulated in Richfield regarding the 17th Avenue/66th Street roundabout was not prepared by the City Council and that it does not state a disclaimer as to who paid and published it. Council Member Kilian presented Staff Report No. 197 regarding a resolution regarding two- lane roundabout as a preferred design for a new intersection at 66th Street and 17th Avenue and a financing plan for proposed improvements. Public Works Director Eastling reviewed the proposed intersection design. Council Member Wroge asked about access to and from the Cedar liquor store to go east. Public Works Director Eastling said the traffic route is not as direct and the traffic pattern has changed but there is access. Council Member Kilian said the access issues are the same whether the intersection is a traditional design or a roundabout. Todd Nollenberger and Lezlie Vermillion, Transportation Commission members, discussed the commission's process and rationale for making the roundabout recommendation to the City Council. The City Council thanked the Transportation Commission for all their work. Mayor Kirsch stated tonight's discussion is not a public hearing but the City Council would accept public testimony. Elizabeth Arnold, 148 East 66th Street, questioned the taxpayer cost of the intersection improvement; especially Ryan's cost of only 20%. Council Member Kilian explained the intersection has a multi-purpose use that serves the entire development and community so the cost is more than Ryan's responsibility. Public Works Director Eastling added that the developer agreed to fund a basic intersection but it did not fit with the entire design for the long-term and as costs increased, the City needed to participate. Public Works Director Eastling reviewed the funding sources and financial plan. Council Member Kilian asked about municipal state aid (MSA). Public Works Director Eastling explained the formula for MSA is determined based upon population and needs. Council Member Kilian said the City is trying to act fiscally responsible and be foresighted by not doing a partial intersection improvement so construction is done once and fits into the community. Council Member Wroge asked about the $4.5 million versus $5 million projected costs and if it included home acquisitions. Transportation Engineer Foley explained the cost difference is related to MAC's contribution and an adjustment to administrative charges. City Manager Devich explained the rationale to the acquisition of the eight homes and their relationship to the intersection improvements. The City and MAC worked together to come to an acquisition rather than sound attenuation of these last eight homes in the 65 dnl. Runway 17-35 Council Meeting Minutes -6- October 25, 2005 opens on October 27 with potential low frequency impacts and the City has worked a long time to take those residents out of harms way. This development is the first step toward future improvements. Council Member Wroge said there is a Target and Home Depot nearby already. He disagreed with Ryan paying 20% of a special assessment and residents paying the remainder. Public Works Director Eastling said Ryan Companies' portion would have put in a stoplight with a north entrance only to the development. Paul Brabant, 6815 Chicago Avenue, expressed concern regarding pedestrian access and suggested a bridge or walkway to Taft Park. Tony Hepplemann, WSB and project consultant, explained the key to pedestrian safety in the roundabout is reduced speed with clearly defined crosswalk locations, including splitter medians. There will be a need to educate the public on the roundabout use. He added that studies on various intersections indicate crash rates at roundabouts are reduced and less severe. Council Member Wroge said that explanation makes you assume vehicles will stop for cross walks in roundabouts more than any other intersection. Council Member Wroge discussed his visit to Kansas to view roundabouts and said they work because they're not in busy intersections. The complaint he heard was that vehicles do not stop for pedestrians in the crosswalk. Accidents in the roundabout are an issue because it could shut down all directions of traffic. Council Member Wroge said he originally supported the 17th Avenue/66th Street roundabout but then it became about redevelopment. Mr. Hepplemann said, depending on the severity, accidents would need to pull out of the roundabout to keep traffic flowing. Accidents should be less frequent and less severe. Mr. Hepplemann said roundabouts carry a great deal of traffic without realizing the volume. Council Member Wroge asked about semi trucks navigating a roundabout and snow plowing issues. He discussed an anecdotal experience with a roundabout in Scott County where the police said that a roundabout intersection may be shut down because of uncertainties about snowplowing. Mr. Hepplemann said the roundabout is designed to accommodate semi trucks and emergency vehicles, better than signalization. Lezlie Vermillion, Public Works Director for Scott County, discussed the roundabout referenced by Council Member Wroge, including accidents and their severity are reduced, positive feedback has been received from users of farm equipment, and there is no problem with buses. She added there is a learning curve to using a roundabout. The sheriff's department is pleased and there is no intention to close the intersection due to any anticipated snowplowing issues. Jordana Allard, 6638 Columbus Avenue, asked about traffic enforcement related to crosswalks, penalties from insurance companies if vehicles involved in an accident are moved and the amount of time needed to learn how to drive a roundabout. Mr. Hepplemann stated most vehicles in accidents are moved to the side of the road so that aspect is not unique to roundabouts. Education would include the City's web site, cable television, written communication, driver familiarity and repeat use. He said the rules of the roundabout are that vehicles in the circle have the right of way with those entering needing to yield. The design is critical. Council Meeting Minutes -7- October 25, 2005 Andy Hartle, 6332 17th Avenue, asked about the timeframe for moving on the south side of 66th Street on 17th Avenue. He also asked about the traffic speed in a roundabout and accommodations for bicycles. Mr. Hepplemann said acquisition is anticipated in mid-April 2006. The roundabout design will control traffic speed to make it slower for pedestrian safety and vehicle merging safety. Public Works Director Eastling said bicycles will be directed to cross with pedestrians. Ms. Allard asked about other intersections comparable to what's being proposed and said she considered this to be "bleeding edge" technology. Mr. Hepplemann said within Minnesota, this roundabout is one of the early two lane intersections. Eden Prairie and Woodbury are proposing two lane roundabouts, also. Council Member Kilian explained Target and Home Depot said they had no problem with the proposed roundabout. Ms. Allard asked about the comparison criteria and monetary differences between a roundabout and traditional intersection. Lezlie Vermillion, Transportation Commission Member, explained safety was the highest priority along with less severe crashes and traffic calming. A roundabout is no more costly than a traditional intersection at 66th Street/17th Avenue. There were ten plus alternatives considered, from least to most costly. Peter DePalma, 6809 2nd Avenue, asked about education efforts and the related costs, adding that he doesn't read the Sun Current, tosses flyers and doesn't see a lot on the web site. Mr. Hepplemann explained various potential communication efforts and that information is already available on the State level. He added the roundabout is fairly intuitive to use. Bob Hall, 7309 Oliver Avenue, asked about funding, taxpayer cost of bonds, access to side properties if the roundabout is closed, traffic count projections, emergency vehicle access and consulting the public safety and fire departments. Transportation Engineer Foley explained other communities in other States support roundabouts. Richfield Public Safety and Fire Departments were also consulted. Mr. Hepplemann explained traffic counts were taken to include the new development, additional MAC traffic and the potential redevelopment of the south side of Cedar Avenue/66th Street. Analysis indicates reduced traffic delays in a roundabout. Public Works Director Eastling explained the differences in traffic flow between roundabouts and traditional intersections. Sid Inman, Ehlers & Associates, financial consultant, explained the special assessment bond process. David Eidsmo, 6600 17th Avenue, said roundabouts are probably just as beneficial as signals. Change is inevitable and it's not his idea to move, but he urged the process keep moving forward. Gerald Martin, 6300 5th Avenue, suggested a pedestrian light be installed to increase safety. Council Meeting Minutes -8- October 25, 2005 Josh Davis, 6833 13th Avenue, asked about traffic being diverted through the neighborhoods during construction. Mr. Hepplemann said the construction of the intersection will be done under traffic so it will remain open but with narrow lanes. M/Kilian, S/Sandahl that the followinQ resolution be adopted, that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 9670 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TWO-LANE ROUNDABOUT AS THE PREFERRED DESIGN ALTERNATIVE AT 66TH STREET AND 17TH AVENUE INTERSECTION Council Member Wroge stated he started out believing in this roundabout but his biggest concern is the developer not paying enough for the improvements so he said he is now opposed to it because of financing. It's not a fair shake on how to pay for it and there should be a better way so it's not put on the taxpayers. Council Member Kilian stated he wished the developer would pay more too, but the City needs to start the process to help an area of Richfield that's been made promises for 15 years for airport mitigation. There needs to be a look ahead to potential developers coming to the area. This is an excellent place for a roundabout. The Cedar municipal liquor store could see significant decreases in sales if no intersection improvement occurs. Council Member Wroge said it appears reactionary because it seems Ryan Company has more money available to buy homes, but they want to spend the money on their terms. Council Member Rosenberg stated the Transportation Commission was appointed to conduct research and their input needs to be trusted. She expressed support for the roundabout. This is not a reactionary response; it is support of east-side development. There needs to be caution of not being a penny-wise and a dollar foolish. Council Member Wroge said this is not about the Transportation Commission recommendation. Mayor Kirsch stated the roundabout is an appropriate and aesthetic intersection design for the area. The east side has been lingering for development to start and the roadway needs to be improved. City Manager Devich explained the two different boundaries of the tax abatement area and project redevelopment area related to this development. City Manager Devich explained intersection-funding alternatives for 66th Street/17th Avenue, 66th Street/Portland Avenue and Crosstown/Lyndale Avenue. These are competing funding projects. Council Member Wroge asked about future developers paying. Mr. Inman explained the cash flow issue of payment needed now. The option of future developers paying has been discussed and is being planned. Council Member Kilian asked if this was the best deal that could be negotiated with the developer without Ryan walking away. City Manager Devich stated the City's negotiating team pushed hard to get the best agreement but there is always a chance the developer could walk. Council Meeting Minutes -9- October 25, 2005 Mr. Inman explained the discussions with Target and Home Depot have been through Ryan Company. The development is being monitored for land sale so funds can possibly be recovered. Public Works Director Eastling said this is the "look back" provision of the developer's agreement. Council Member Wroge clarified that probably some funds may be paid from the other three quadrants when they're developed if the project is larger and possibly Ryan could contribute more money to the intersection. Public Works Director Eastling cautioned that is the intention but redevelopment costs may need to be considered. Council Member Sandahl expressed support for the roundabout because it is safer, less costly and a good amenity. She acknowledged the diligent efforts of the Transportation Commission, City staff and the consultants. Motion carried 5-0. This resolution appears as Resolution No. 9670 in Resolution Book No. 75. M/Kilian, S/Sandahl to approve financinQ plan for proposed improvements. Motion carried 5-0. Item #8 Council Member Kilian presented Staff Report No. 198 regarding a resolution regarding two- lane roundabout as a preferred design alternative at 66th Street and Portland Avenue intersection improvements and a resolution regarding preferred alignment providing certain transit enhancements for 66th Street and Portland Avenue intersection project. Tony Hepplemann, WSB and project consultant, reviewed the proposed layout of the intersection. The roundabout design requires the least amount of right-of-way needed for the intersection. Donna Drummond, Planning Commission Chair, explained the transportation improvements impact on land uses. The alignment shift to the east and north for the roundabout allowed two of the four commercial corners to be saved and fewer homes would be affected along Portland Avenue. The northeast corner of the intersection could be improved for a more public realm to tie into Veterans Memorial Park but not be a direct connection. Council Member Wroge said the BP station would be gone but the American Legion and Morris Nilsen Funeral Home would stay. Gary Ness, Community Services Commission representative, and Maureen Scaglia, Planning Commission representative, Transportation Commission members, reviewed the process used by the Transportation Commission to reach their recommendation of a roundabout. Ten alternatives were reduced to four, including a do nothing option. The rationale for the Council Meeting Minutes -10- October 25, 2005 recommendation was the substantial positive safety impacts for traffic and pedestrians, and this design does the least damage to the business and residential area. Lerae Finn, 6933 Clinton Avenue, said the current intersection is dangerous and needs to be changed but Penn, Nicollet and Lyndale Avenues work as traditional intersections. John Siebers, 6434 Washburn Avenue, stated opposition to the roundabout because numerous seniors are affected and they may have trouble navigating the intersection and take alternate routes through neighborhoods. He suggested a bridge over 66th Street be constructed to get children safely to the pool. There would be increased taxes due to loss of businesses. The City has their eye on the funeral home and Legion for a new City Hall. Portland Avenue and 66th Street are county roads so Hennepin County should contribute funding. Public Works Director Eastling explained there have been discussions with Hennepin County and their funding portion is approximately $2.2 million. This would be the first two-lane roundabout in the Hennepin County system and their concern is to have a clear pedestrian crosswalk. Council Member Wroge asked about transit oriented design. Acting Community Development Director Nordquist explained that the transit oriented design respects transit opportunities including pedestrian safety and land use options. Council Member Wroge asked about Hennepin County funding the entire improvement if it is believed this is one of the most dangerous intersections. Public Works Director Eastling explained the limited funding formula for metropolitan counties to receive the gas tax, which depends on road miles rather than population. Cities have needed to step forward with funding. Mayor Kirsch asked about Hennepin County not taking on the project if the City Council does not support the improvement tonight. Public Works Director Eastling said the County may move to a different project because there are so many needs. Mayor Kirsch asked about fatalities at the intersection. Council Member Wroge said Hennepin County reports two fatal accidents since 1970. Public Works Director Eastling explained the County approached the City 15 years ago about improving the intersection, but the City Council declined. Now the City has approached the County to readdress the improvement. Federal funds are available but there is one year to spend the funds or it will go to another project in the metro area. To satisfy the sunset date, the right-of- way needs to be acquired and the project ready to go to bid. MnDOT has requested the construction be delayed to 2008 because of the Crosstown reconstruction project. Council Member Kilian stated one option was to do nothing but that was viewed as not viable because the intersection will only get worse. Debra Clark, 6719 Fourth Avenue, stated she was the victim of a T-bone accident in the intersection and to maintain the status quo would be unacceptable. She expressed support for the roundabout and acknowledged all the work and research that has gone into the project. She requested the City be sensitive to the relocation of the businesses. Acting Community Development Director Nordquist explained that the displaced properties receive relocation benefits but residents seem to have better relocation options than businesses. Council Meeting Minutes -11- October 25, 2005 Displacement has not been discussed at length with any property owners because the project is quite a ways into the future. Mayor Kirsch asked about the property acquisition differences between a roundabout and traditional intersection. Mr. Hepplemann explained the footprint for signalized turn lanes requires more property. All alternatives impacted two to three businesses. A roundabout required less right-of-way taking and less costs. Tom Steigauf, 6944 Stevens Avenue, stated support for the roundabout because of increased pedestrian and bicycle safety and the slowing of traffic. Morris Nilsen, 6527 Portland Avenue, Morris Nilsen Funeral Home, expressed concern regarding parking and access at the funeral home because of the east alignment. He agreed safety would be improved with a roundabout and a funeral procession would navigate a roundabout no differently than a traditional intersection. Terry Drimel, 6617 Portland Avenue, expressed support for the roundabout because it slows traffic. He said he believes seniors are brighter and quick learners and should be given more credit for navigating a roundabout. His home is to be taken for the improvement and the process needs to move forward. Elizabeth Arnold, 148 East 66th Street, asked about the federal funds being specific for 66th Street and Portland Avenue. She asked the cost of the improvement per household. The danger and safety issues are being moved down to other intersections. She asked about Hennepin County picking up more of the costs. Public Works Director Eastling explained traffic flow gap differences with roundabouts and traditional intersection. Public Works Director Eastling reviewed the funding sources for the improvement and impacts on the City's General Fund. Council Member Wroge asked about covering costs if they increase. Public Works Director Eastling explained there is a risk of increased costs with a delay. Council Member Wroge asked about the tax base impact on the General Fund if homes and businesses are lost. City Manager Devich explained that could be determined when the City knows what properties are to be taken. Council Member Kilian said some lost tax base could be replaced with higher value property. He added that funding is based upon minimal taking. Council Member Sandahl asked about potential remediation. Mr. Hepplemann said the property owner is responsible for those costs but it is part of negotiations. Bob Hall, 7309 Oliver Avenue, asked about the Transportation Committee vote. Council Member Kilian said it was unanimous with one abstention. Council Meeting Minutes -12- October 25, 2005 Mr. Hall stated he was not a proponent of doing nothing at the intersection. He asked about the use of video cops. Council Member Sandahl stated video cops was not reviewed to reduce accidents but rather the considerations were traffic volume and flow. Safety was reviewed in addition to the function of the intersection now and in the future. Mr. Hepplemann said the roundabout will address those issues. David Grossklaus, 6824 13th Avenue, said not enough emphasis has been placed on children's safety. Only the good side of a roundabout has been presented. Winter conditions could make the intersection more dangerous than a traditional intersection. Public Works Director Eastling explained Hennepin County has a more rigorous salt/sand regime than the City and the intersection will be monitored. Tim Teachout, T & T Automotive, 601 East 66th Street, said the underlying tone in all the meetings from the beginning has been a roundabout intersection with other alternatives dismissed for no good reason. He expressed no support for the do nothing alternative but supported single left turn lanes which work at Penn, Nicollet and Lyndale Avenues. He questioned Richfield paying to fix a Hennepin County problem. When the Crosstown is redone, 66th Street/Portland Avenue may not be the monster it is now. Public Works Director Eastling explained that the City Council directed checking into potential funding and accident statistics. The process has been Transportation Commission driven. If an improvement is wanted at this County-road intersection, the City needs to step forward or it will not happen. Hennepin County has not seen the final design for a roundabout so no funds have been received, but what they've seen so far has not removed funding from the table. Mr. Teachout stated property purchases are to begin immediately but construction doesn't start until 2008. Public Works Director Eastling said acquisition begins in 2006. A reasonable use of land options are available. Acting Community Development Director Nordquist stated all property owner interests, on an individual basis, are trying to be balanced. Mr. Teachout said this appears to be overkill and the safety issue became a land use issue. Public Works Director Eastling said the determinations were made by the Transportation Commission. Bob Shotwell, 7333 Upton Avenue, Transportation Commission member, stated the future rebuilding of 1-494 and the change in entrance/exit ramps may increase the use of Portland Avenue with more traffic. M/Kilian, S/Sandahl that the followinQ resolution be adopted. that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 9671 RESOLUTION APPROVING THE TWO-LANE ROUNDABOUT AS THE PREFERRED DESIGN ALTERNATIVE AT 66TH STREET AND PORTLAND AVENUE INTERSECTION Council Meeting Minutes -13- October 25, 2005 Council Member Wroge stated it is not factually true that the Portland Avenue/66th Street intersection is the #1 most dangerous intersection in the metro area. In Hennepin County, outside of Minneapolis, the #1 most dangerous intersection is 90th Street/Nicollet Avenue. The Portland Avenue/66th Street intersection should be compared to the 66th Street/Penn, Lyndale, Nicollet Avenue intersections. Traffic flows properly at these intersections with left turn lanes or arrows. Council Member Wroge said he asked for documentation that left turn lanes were used at one time on all four corners but none was produced. He observed the 66th Street/Portland Avenue intersection recently and the signalization sequence needed to be fixed. The motivation to improve the intersection appears to be more than safety. Chances are, trying radar would reduce accidents. Council Member Wroge said he did not support a roundabout at 66th Street/Portland Avenue because of the loss of revenue and tax base, jobs are lost forever, more single family homes are lost and replaced with higher density, no Hennepin County representative has been present for discussions, and no pedestrian crossing lights. This is the wrong intersection for a roundabout that has become more about development than safety. A common sense approach is needed and no financial risk taken. There have been only two deaths with signals. Numerous accidents are caused by anger and frustration so the signal sequence needs to be fixed. Council Member Sandahl said there are differences with left turn arrows or left turn lanes. One of the five options reviewed was to add one left turn in all four directions similar to 66th Street/Penn Avenue and Nicollet Avenue but the Transportation Commission determined that option was more costly and less safe. Council Member Sandahl explained that a citizen in the audience at a Transportation Commission meeting asked if the impact on land use with improving the intersection was considered for 20 years down the road. Land use was not originally raised by the Transportation Commission or City Council. Council Member Sandahl went on to say that 15 years ago improving the intersection was not approved by the City Council and now, the costs have doubled and will again in another 15 years if nothing is done. It appears clear from residents that to do nothing is not an option. Council Member Sandahl stated she supported the Transportation Commission recommendation of a roundabout because of requiring the least property taking and being the safest. Mayor Kirsch expressed support for the roundabout because less property needs to be taken and it's less costly than turn lanes. Doing nothing is not an option. He said he preferred Hennepin County to pay more but that he did not want more deaths in that intersection. Motion carried 4-1. CNroge opposed.) This resolution appears as Resolution No. 9671 in Resolution Book No. 75. M/Kilian, S/Rosenberg that the followina resolution be adopted. that it be spread in the resolution book and that it be made part of these minutes: RESOLUTION NO. 9672 RESOLUTION APPROVING AN ALIGNMENT FOR THE 66TH STREET AND PORTLAND AVENUE INTERSECTION Motion carried 4-1. CNroge opposed.) This resolution appears as Resolution No. 9672 in Resolution Book No. 75. Council Meeting Minutes -14- October 25, 2005 It m#9 Council Member Rosenberg presented Staff Report No. 199 regarding consideration of bid minutes/tabulation and selection of one of four contract alternatives for the City Hall roof replacement. Bruce Paulson, Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates, the engineering services approved by the City Council to prepare plans and specifications for the City Hall roofing improvements, stated the bids received are good. Council Member Kilian asked Council Member Wroge, the City Council's liaison to the City Hall Task Force, for a progress report on a proposed new City Hall building. Council Member Wroge stated the task force is planning to reach a site conclusion in nine months and with a possible rebuilding within three years after completing all aspects of the approval process. Council Member Sandahl asked about City Hall being a salvageable building. Council Member Wroge said the task force considered keeping Fire or Police in this building. Council Member Kilian stated the building may be marketable with a longer-term roof. Council Member Wroge said the task force considered another use of the site, possibly housing, if City Hall did not stay here. Council Member Sandahl asked Mr. Paulson if the roof warranty stayed with the building if there was a new owner. Mr. Paulson said yes, unless there are changes to the roof. Council Member Wroge asked for Mr. Paulson's recommendation. Mr. Paulson stated it depended upon a re-use of the building of whether to approve a four ply modified bitumen with 20-year warranty or three ply with 10 year warranty. Even when the warranty ends, the roof quality remains stable. M/Rosenberg, S/Sandahl to approve a total roof replacement and exterior restoration with MBR-2 and 20 year warranty in the amount of $225.006. Motion carried 5-0. Item #10 City Manager Devich reported that he will prepare a Council Memo outlining how the City will respond to the impacts of the opening of Runway 17-35 at the Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport. Council Meeting Minutes -15- October 25, 2005 Item #11 M/Rosenberg, S/Sandahl that the followinQ claims and pavrolls be approved: u. S. BANK AlP Checks: 145490 - 145809 PAYROLL 24701 -25045; 41011 -41013 TOTAL $ 1,682,375.48 $ 455,585.52 $ 2,137,961.00 Motion carried 5-0. The City Council meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent at 12:32 a.m. Date Approved: November 229 2005 ~h~ fi..u~~ Cheryl K mho z / Recording Secretary CITY OF RICHFIELD, MINNESOTA Bid Opening October 13, 2005 2:00 p.m. Richfield City Hall Roof Replacement BRAA Project No. 000673-05111-0 Pursuant to requirements of Resolution No. 1015, a meeting of the Administrative Staff was called by Nancy Gibbs, City Clerk, who announced that the purpose of the meeting was to receive, open and read aloud, bids for Richfield City Hall Roof Replacement, as advertised in the official newspaper on September 29, 2005. Present: Nancy Gibbs, City Clerk Mike Eastling, Public Works Director Cheryl Krumholz, City Manager Representative The following bids were submitted and read aloud: Name Berwald Roofing Co. Inc. Commercial Roofing Inc. No. St. Paul Little Canada PART 1 - LUMP SUM BASE BID $5,000.00 $11,126.00 ROOF REPLACEMENT Total Roof Replacement and Exterior Restoration with SPR-1 $224,972.00 $259,791.00 Total Roof Replacement and Exterior Restoration with MBR-1 $205,311.00 $277,284.00 Total Roof Replacement and Exterior Restoration with MBR-2 $220,006.00 $276,180.00 PART 2 - ALTERNATE BID ITEMS Alternate No. 1 $21,310.00 $25,266.00 Alternate NO.2 - Area 1 with SPR-1 $45,500.00 $39,049.00 Alternate NO.2 - Area 1 with MBR-1 $40,804.00 $49,312.00 Alternate NO.2 - Area 1 with MBR-2 $43,978.00 $51,232.00 Alternate No. 3 - Area 2 with SPR-1 $41,500.00 $33,500.00 Alternate NO.3 - Area 2 with MBR-1 $36,978.00 $41,284.00 Alternate NO.3 - Area 2 with MBR-2 $40,093.00 $42,882.00 Alternate NO.4 - Area 3 with SPR-1 $29,200.00 $18,853.00 Alternate NO.4 - Area 3 with MBR-1 $27,461.00 $23,504.00 Alternate NO.4 - Area 3 with MBR-2 $28,518.00 $24,597.00 Alternate NO.5 - Area 4 with SPR-1 $47,200.00 $41,627.00 Alternate NO.5 - Area 4 with MBR-1 $41,969.00 $46,261.00 Alternate No. 5 - Area 4 with MBR-2 $46,084.00 $48,431.00 Alternate NO.6 - Area 5 with SPR-1 $25,300.00 $22,469.00 Alternate NO.6 - Area 5 with MBR-1 $21,668.00 $27,679.00 Alternate NO.6 - Area 5 with MBR-2 $24,490.00 $28,728.00 Name Berwald Roofing Co. Inc. Commercial Roofing Inc. No. St. Paul Little Canada Alternate NO.7 - Area 6 with SPR-1 $5,100.00 $7,734.00 Alternate NO.7 - Area 6 with MBR-1 $4,558.00 $7,807.00 Alternate No. 7 - Area 6 with MBR-2 $4,793.00 $7,974.00 Alternate NO.8 - Area 7 with SPR-1 $4,100.00 $8,340.00 Alternate NO.8 - Area 7 with MBR-1 $3,752.00 $6,979.00 Alternate No. 8 - Area 7 with MBR-2 $3,900.00 $7,066.00 Alternate NO.9 - Not Used Alternate NO.1 0 - Area 9 with SPR-1 $3,650.00 $5,051.00 Alternate No. 10 -Area 9 with MBR-1 $3,318.00 $5,607.00 Alternate No. 10 - Area 9 with MBR-2 $3,500.00 $5,694.00 Alternate No. 11 - Wet Insulation with SPR-1 $300.00 $1,491.00 Alternate No. 11 - Wet Insulation with MBR-1 $300.00 $1,491.00 Alternate No. 11 - Wet Insulation with MBR-2 $300.00 $1,491.00 Alternate No. 12 - Tuckpointing/Caulking $30,000.00 $35,623.00 Alternate No. 13 - Prefinished Metal Flashing in lieu of sloped mortar $3,795.00 $3,384.00 PART 3 - UNIT PRICE BID Replace Unsuitable Metal Decking $650.00 $690.00 Replace Roof Drains $1,500.00 $1,225.00 BID BOND PROVIDED PROVIDED ADDENDUM 1 & 2 PROVIDED PROVIDED The City Clerk announced that the bids would be tabulated and considered at the October 25, 2005 City Council Meeting. y City Clerk