Fridley public meetings in 2021

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will receive a presentation regarding tax abatement bonds for the Park System Improvement Plan.

• Presentation on Park System Improvement Plan Tax Abatement Bonds

City Council

The City Council is deciding on the Fiscal Year 2022 budget and the 2022-2026 Capital Investment Program. Members will also certify the 2022 tax levy requirements for Anoka County.

• Resolution No. 2021-131: Fiscal Year 2022 Budget and 2022-2026 Capital Investment Program
• Resolution No. 2021-130: 2022 Final Tax Levy Requirements for Anoka County
• Resolution No. 2021-132: Participation in Opioid Litigation Settlements
• Resolution No. 2021-127: Energy Action Plan Phase 2 Addendum and MOU with Xcel Energy
• Resolution No. 2021-128: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources grant for Emerald Ash Borer

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved the 2022 budget and certified the final property tax levy, which increases about 2.97%. They also adopted resolutions for a park improvement plan, an energy action plan with Xcel Energy, and several other items.

• Approved 2022 budget and 2022-2026 Capital Investment Program (unanimous)
• Certified final 2022 tax levy to Anoka County, with ~2.97% increase (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-124 receiving Park System Improvement Plan recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved Phase 2 Addendum to Energy Action Plan and MOU with Xcel Energy (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including grant for emerald ash borer, opioid litigation participation, gifts, and claims (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a city amendment to the Future Land Use Map in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. The body will also consider an addendum to the Energy Action Plan and a memorandum of understanding with Xcel Energy.

• Public hearing for Comprehensive Plan Amendment CP #21-01
• Phase 2 Addendum to the Energy Action Plan
• Memorandum of Understanding with Xcel Energy

The Fridley Planning Commission unanimously approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment #21-01, changing the Future Land Use Map designation for the property at 4500 Marshall Street from utility to park and recreation, following a land swap with Minneapolis and Anoka County. The Commission also unanimously approved the Phase 2 Addendum to the Energy Action Plan and a Memorandum of Understanding with Xcel Energy. Both items will be forwarded to the City Council for final consideration.

• Approved Comprehensive Plan Amendment #21-01 (unanimous)
• Approved Phase 2 Addendum to Energy Action Plan and MOU with Xcel Energy (unanimous)
• Approved October 20, 2021 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from other commissions (unanimous)

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss outreach events and speaker topics for 2022. The body will also review updates regarding the Energy Action Plan and the Climate Resiliency Planning Grant.

• 2022 Outreach Events
• Energy Action Plan Updates
• Climate Resiliency Planning Grant
• 2022 Speaker Topics

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission voted not to apply for a climate resiliency planning grant this cycle, while staff continues to investigate potential I and I grant opportunities. The commission also discussed 2022 outreach events, energy action plan updates, and potential speaker topics, but took no other formal actions beyond adopting the agenda and approving minutes.

• Declined to apply for climate resiliency planning grant this cycle
• Adopted meeting agenda unanimously
• Approved previous meeting minutes unanimously
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council is meeting to discuss the 2022-2026 Capital Investment Program. The agenda also includes the introduction of the City Attorney and a discussion regarding a Star Tribune article on corporate home purchases for rental housing.

• 2022-2026 Capital Investment Program
• City Attorney introduction
• Discussion of Star Tribune article on corporate purchase of homes for rental housing

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the proposed 2022 budget and property tax levy, as well as a preliminary assessment for a street rehabilitation project. The body will also consider several project awards and the acceptance of American Rescue Plan funds.

• Truth-in-Taxation Public Hearing for Proposed 2022 Budget and Property Tax Levy
• Cancellation of an $840,000 interfund loan for the 53rd Avenue Lift Station Improvement Project
• Preliminary Assessment Hearing on 2021 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2021-01
• Awarding contracts for Sanitary Sewer Collection System Lining and Farr Lake Danube Pond Dredging
• Acceptance of first installment of American Rescue Plan Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds

The Fridley City Council held public hearings on the 2021 Street Rehabilitation Project and the proposed 2022 budget and property tax levy. After the hearings, the Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2021-122, ordering final plans, specifications, and calling for bids for the street project. The Council also approved the consent agenda, including claims and minutes, and took no final action on the budget, which will be considered on December 20.

• Adopted consent agenda including minutes and claims (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-122 ordering final plans and calling for bids for 2021 Street Rehabilitation Project (unanimous)
• Opened and closed public hearing on 2021 Street Rehabilitation Project
• Opened and closed Truth in Taxation public hearing on 2022 budget and levy

Council Conference Meeting

The Park System Improvement Plan Refinement Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the preferred concept plan for a community park. The group will also review next steps and propose future meeting dates.

• Review and discussion of Preferred Community Park Concept Plan

The Refinement Advisory Committee unanimously endorsed Draft Implementation Strategy Approach #1, which prioritizes work on Moore Lake Park and neighborhood parks over the three community parks, with Commons Park secondary and Community Park deferred. The endorsement will be recommended to the Fridley City Council. The committee also discussed updates to park concepts, including flood zone restrictions at Moore Lake Park and potential pickleball court re-striping.

• Endorsed Draft Implementation Strategy Approach #1 (unanimous)
• Recommended Approach #1 to Fridley City Council
• Approved November 10, 2021 meeting minutes as written

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will receive a progress update and hold a discussion regarding the Park System Improvement Plan Task Force. Members will also provide direction for the 2022 Adopt-a-Park program.

• Introduction of Springbrook Nature Center Interpretive Program Coordinator Cody Rossetti
• Adopt-a-Park 2022 direction
• Park System Improvement Plan Task Force progress update
• Springbrook Nature Center report
• Park Maintenance and Construction report

The Fridley Parks and Recreation Commission met on December 6, 2021, and approved the agenda and the November 1, 2021 meeting minutes. The meeting included introductions, updates on the Adopt-a-Park program, and a progress report on the Park System Improvement Plan Task Force, but no substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda
• Approved November 1, 2021 meeting minutes

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority is meeting to approve the 2022 budget and housing grant programs. The body will also consider an insulation rebate pilot program and review recent expenditures.

• Approval of 2022 HRA Budget
• Approval of 2022 Housing Grant Programs
• Insulation Rebate Pilot Program
• Approval of expenditures from November 1-24, 2021

The Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority Commission unanimously approved the 2022 HRA budget, the 2022 Housing Grant Programs, and a new insulation rebate pilot program. It also adopted a resolution approving interfund loans for the Old Central redevelopment project. All votes were unanimous, with no items denied or tabled.

• Approved expenditures from November 1-24, 2021.
• Approved the November 4, 2021 meeting minutes as presented.
• Approved the 2022 HRA budget as presented.
• Approved the 2022 Housing Grant Programs as presented.
• Approved the insulation rebate pilot program as presented.
• Adopted the resolution approving interfund loans for the Old Central redevelopment project.

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss city employee health insurance and accessory dwelling units. The agenda also includes city council open enrollment.

• City Employee Health Insurance
• Accessory Dwelling Units
• City Council Open Enrollment

City Council

The City Council will discuss proposed 2022 rates for public utilities and solid waste abatement. The body is also reviewing updates to sign ordinances and fee structures.

• Resolution No. 2021-117: Proposed 2022 Rates and Fees for Public Utilities and Solid Waste Abatement
• Resolution No. 2021-115: Cancelling an $840,000 interfund loan for the 53rd Avenue Lift Station Improvement Project
• Ordinance No. 1396: Amending City Code Chapter 214 regarding Signs
• Ordinance No. 1397: Amending City Code Chapter 11 regarding fees for signs and billboards
• Resolution No. 2021-114: Energy Assistance Program agreement with Minnesota Department of Commerce

Council Conference Meeting

The Park System Improvement Plan Refinement Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the Community Park Concept Plan. The committee will also review meeting minutes and determine future meeting dates.

• Community Park Concept Plan review and discussion
• Review of October 14, 2021 meeting minutes

The Refinement Advisory Committee reviewed and discussed concept plans for Community Park, Commons Park, and Moore Lake Park, making several adjustments based on member feedback. They confirmed consensus on the parking setup for Community Park's Site Concept 2, preferred Commons Park Concept Plan 3 with a dedicated pickleball court, and agreed Moore Lake Park should include at least a half-court basketball court. No formal decisions were made; the committee will continue refining plans at future meetings.

• Confirmed consensus for Community Park Site Concept 2 parking setup
• Preferred Commons Park Concept Plan 3 with dedicated pickleball court
• Agreed Moore Lake Park should include at least a half-court basketball court
• Agreed to remove softball field at Commons Park for open athletic space
• Agreed to relocate warming house at Commons Park closer to hockey rink
• Agreed to restore fencing on west ball fields at Community Park and decrease soccer field size

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission will meet to discuss energy planning and administrative updates. The body is considering an addendum to the Energy Action Plan and an extension of a Memorandum of Understanding with Xcel Energy.

• Energy Action Plan Addendum
• MOU Extension with Xcel Energy
• 2022 Meeting Dates

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission unanimously approved the 2022 meeting dates and the Energy Action Plan Addendum and MOU Extension with Xcel Energy. The commission also discussed the Rice Creek Neighborhood Raingarden Project and an MPCA resiliency planning grant, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved 2022 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Approved Energy Action Plan Addendum and MOU Extension with Xcel Energy (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council is meeting to review proposed utility rates for 2022. This includes rates for public utilities and solid waste services.

• Proposed 2022 Public Utilities and Solid Waste Utility Rates

City Council

The City Council will discuss a funding agreement for senior housing redevelopment and a feasibility report for street rehabilitation. Members are also reviewing updates to city codes regarding signs and associated fees.

• Grant assistance for Willows Bend Senior Housing Redevelopment at 6455 University Avenue N.E.
• Public hearing call for 2021 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2021-01
• Interfund loan of $1,120,000 from Community Investment Fund to Utility Funds
• Ordinance No. 1396 and 1397 regarding sign codes and billboard fees
• Sanitary Sewer and Water Services Agreement with the City of Mounds View for Belden River View

The Fridley City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1396, amending the city's sign code to comply with a Supreme Court ruling on content-based regulations. The new code removes content-based restrictions, allows noncommercial speech on any sign where commercial speech is allowed, and changes temporary sign rules. The council also approved the first reading of a related fee ordinance and approved resolutions for bond redemption and an interfund loan.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1396, amending sign code (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1397, amending sign fees (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-108, redeeming Series 2010A utility revenue bonds (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-109, $1,120,000 interfund loan from CI Fund to Utility Funds (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including sewer agreement with Mounds View, feasibility report, DEED grant application, and claims (unanimous)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority Conference Meeting

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will meet to review HRA cash balances. The body will also receive an introduction to Tammy Omdal from Northland Securities, Inc.

• Review of HRA Cash Balances
• Introduction of Tammy Omdal from Northland Securities, Inc.

The Fridley Housing & Redevelopment Authority approved four action items unanimously: expenditures, prior minutes, a purchase agreement for 1358 Mississippi Street, and a professional services agreement with Northland Securities. The property purchase price is $170,000 based on a May 2021 appraisal. Informational updates on housing programs were presented but no decisions were made on them.

• Approved expenditures from Sept 1 to Oct 29, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from Sept 2, 2021 HRA meeting (4-0)
• Approved purchase agreement with Archer Kath for 1358 Mississippi St at $170,000 (4-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Northland Securities Inc. (4-0)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will review expenditures and meeting minutes. The body is deciding on a purchase agreement for a property and a professional services contract.

• Purchase Agreement for 1358 Mississippi Street with Archer Kath
• Professional Services Agreement with Northland Securities, Inc.
• Approval of expenditures from September 1 through October 29, 2021
• Update on Housing Programs

The Fridley Housing & Redevelopment Authority approved four action items: expenditures, minutes, a property purchase, and a consulting agreement. The property purchase for $170,000 was approved unanimously. The consulting agreement with Northland Securities was also approved unanimously.

• Approved expenditures from Sept 1 to Oct 29, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Sept 2, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved purchase agreement with Archer Kath for 1358 Mississippi St at $170,000 (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Northland Securities, Inc. for financial and development consulting (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will meet to discuss updates from the Park System Improvement Plan Task Force. The meeting also includes an introduction and Q&A session with Recreation Coordinator Alyssa Trumbower.

• Introduction and Q&A with Recreation Coordinator Alyssa Trumbower
• Park System Improvement Plan Task Force progress update
• Springbrook Nature Center report
• Fridley Parks and Recreation Division report
• Park Maintenance and Construction report

The Fridley Parks and Recreation Commission approved the agenda and October minutes, and introduced new Recreation Program Coordinator Alyssa Trumbower. They discussed the Park System Improvement Plan Task Force progress, noting updated concept plans for community and neighborhood parks will be reviewed in November. No formal decisions were made on park plans or other substantive items.

• Approved November 1, 2021 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 4, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:39 p.m. (unanimous)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission will meet to review its 2021 annual report and establish meeting dates for 2022. The body will also discuss its mission statement and strategic values.

• 2021 Annual Report
• 2022 Charter Commission Meeting Dates
• Resignation of Commissioner Reiland
• Mission Statement and Strategic Values

The Fridley Charter Commission approved its 2021 annual report, set 2022 meeting dates, and accepted a commissioner's resignation. A motion to table the mission statement and strategic values discussion indefinitely failed, but a subsequent motion to table it until January 10, 2021, passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2021 Annual Report (voice vote, all aye)
• Approved 2022 Charter Commission meeting dates (voice vote, all aye)
• Accepted resignation of Commissioner Reiland and directed staff to solicit applications (voice vote, all aye)
• Motion to table mission statement indefinitely failed (2-7)
• Tabled mission statement and strategic values discussion until January 10, 2021 (voice vote, all aye)

Council Conference Meeting

The Park System Improvement Plan Financing Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss financial plan alternatives for 2021–2032. The body will also review a draft final report and recommendations.

• Proposed 2021–2032 Financial Plan Alternatives
• Draft Final Report and Recommendations

The Park System Improvement Plan Financing Advisory Committee reached consensus to recommend a $20 million bond with a 15-year payback period to the City Council. The committee also agreed to recommend hiring a project manager instead of consultants, and to recommend the City pursue philanthropic sources and a Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) program. They expressed support for abatement bonds over a public referendum, and agreed to recommend amending the City Charter to remove the referendum requirement for franchise fees. The report will be finalized and submitted to the City Council after consultation with absent members.

• Recommended $20M bond, 15-year payback (consensus)
• Recommended hiring project manager instead of consultants (consensus)
• Recommended pursuing philanthropic funding sources (consensus)
• Recommended adding PILT program to report (consensus)
• Recommended amending City Charter to remove referendum requirement for franchise fees (consensus)
• Expressed support for abatement bonds over referendum (consensus)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss the allocation plan for the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund. The body will also address accessory dwelling units.

• Accessory Dwelling Units
• Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund Allocation Plan

City Council

The City Council is meeting to approve several resolutions including a settlement agreement for the Civic Campus and election precinct designations for 2022. The body will also consider a grant for residential recycling and a change order for the Village Green Basin Expansion Project.

• Resolution No. 2021-103: Civic Campus Settlement Agreement with BKV Group, Wenck Associates, and McGough Construction
• Resolution No. 2021-102: Designation of precincts and polling locations for 2022
• Resolution No. 2021-100: Change Order No. 1 (Final) for Village Green Basin Expansion Project No. 603-60-15-475
• Resolution No. 2021-99: 2022 Agreement for Residential Recycling Program Grant with Anoka County
• Resolution No. 2021-104: Limited Use Permit with MnDOT for the University Avenue Trail Project

The Fridley City Council approved a consent agenda containing multiple resolutions, including the 2022 residential recycling program grant with Anoka County, a joint powers agreement for election costs, precinct and polling place designations for 2022, a settlement agreement for the Civic Campus project, a limited use permit for the University Avenue Trail, and acceptance of gifts and donations. The council also approved claims, city licenses, and a change order for the Village Green Basin project. No items were removed from the consent agenda for separate discussion.

• Approved Resolution 2021-99: 2022 residential recycling program grant with Anoka County
• Approved Resolution 2021-101: joint powers agreement with Anoka County for election expenses
• Approved Resolution 2021-102: precincts and polling locations for 2022 elections
• Approved Resolution 2021-103: Civic Campus settlement agreement with BKV Group, Wenck Associates, and McGough Construction
• Approved Resolution 2021-104: limited use permit with MnDOT for University Avenue Trail project
• Approved Resolution 2021-107: gifts, donations, and sponsorships received Sept 18–Oct 15, 2021
• Approved Resolution 2021-106: claims for period ending October 20, 2021
• Approved Resolution 2021-105: city licenses

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a text amendment to repeal and replace the city's sign regulations. The body will also determine the meeting schedule for 2022.

• Public hearing for Text Amendment TA #21-4 to repeal and replace Chapter 214, Signs
• Approval of 2022 Planning Commission meeting dates

The Fridley Planning Commission unanimously approved a text amendment to repeal and replace Chapter 214 (Signs), bringing the sign code into compliance with recent Supreme Court decisions by removing content-based regulations and adding a noncommercial speech substitution clause. The approval includes a recommendation that commercial multi-tenant buildings with more than 100 feet of street frontage be allowed to display up to two temporary signs at the same time. The Commission also approved the 2022 meeting dates and minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved Text Amendment TA #21-04 to repeal and replace Chapter 214, Signs (unanimous)
• Added recommendation: multi-tenant buildings with >100 ft frontage may display up to two temporary signs (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Planning Commission meeting dates (unanimous)
• Approved July 21, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from other commissions (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The Park System Improvement Plan Refinement Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss concept plans for neighborhood and community parks. The group will also review minutes from the September 9, 2021 meeting and determine future meeting dates.

• Neighborhood Park Concept Plan review
• Community Park Concept Plan review
• Review of September 9, 2021 meeting minutes

The Refinement Advisory Committee reviewed and discussed revised concept plans for neighborhood and community parks, incorporating feedback from the September 9 meeting. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the committee is still in the planning phase. Itemized cost lists will be provided after priorities are established, and the next meetings are scheduled for November 10 and December 9, 2021.

• Reviewed revised concept plans for 30 neighborhood parks
• Discussed two concept plans for Community Park
• Discussed three concept plans for Commons Park
• Discussed two concept plans for Moore Lake Park
• No formal votes or approvals taken

Council Conference Meeting

The Council will discuss updates regarding employee resources and the Fire Department. The meeting focuses on internal reports and recruitment efforts.

• Employee Resources updates
• Fire Department update on Open House and POC Recruitment

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to adopt assessments for 2021 nuisance abatements and a street rehabilitation project. The body will also consider resolutions regarding utility repairs, a public meetings policy, and a federal grant for a DWI officer.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2021 Nuisance Abatements assessment
• Public hearing and adoption of Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST–2021-02 assessment
• Resolution No. 2021-90: Change Order No. 1 (Final) for Craig Park Improvements Project No. 21-601
• Resolution No. 2021-94: Assessment for 2021 Utility Lateral Repair Project
• Resolution No. 2021-97: Federal Grant Program Agreement for DWI Officer

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved several resolutions, including certifying delinquent utility services and other unpaid charges for collection with 2022 property taxes, adopting assessments for nuisance abatements, and adopting assessments for the Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST-2021-02. The council also approved a change order for the Craig Park Improvements Project, adopted a public meetings minutes policy, confirmed the city's organizational structure, and authorized a grant agreement for a DWI officer. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 2021-90, Change Order No. 1 (Final) for Craig Park Improvements Project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-91, certifying delinquent utility services and unpaid charges for 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-92, adopting assessments for 2021 nuisance abatements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-93, adopting assessments for Street Rehabilitation Project ST-2021-02 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-94, adopting a Public Meetings Minutes Policy and Style Guide (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-95, confirming the organizational structure of the City (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-97, authorizing grant agreement for DWI officer (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-98, approving claims for period ending October 6, 2021 (unanimous)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission will meet to establish its mission statement and strategic values. The body will also determine meeting dates for 2022 and review the format of its meetings.

• Approval of May 3, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Mission Statement and Strategic Values
• Setting of 2022 meeting dates

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will receive a progress update on the Park System Improvement Plan Task Force. The meeting also includes an introduction to the Springbrook Nature Center Manager and a discussion regarding Pumpkin Night in the Park.

• Park System Improvement Plan Task Force progress update
• Pumpkin Night in the Park 2021 event update
• Introduction to Springbrook Nature Center Manager Tara Rogness
• Park Maintenance and Construction Report

The Fridley Parks and Recreation Commission approved the proposed 2022 meeting schedule, with a note that a potential change for September could be made later. The commission also received updates on the Springbrook Nature Center's Pumpkin Night in the Park event and the Park System Improvement Plan, which is being refined to reduce costs from $50 million to $30 million. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved October 4, 2021 agenda with added item (unanimous)
• Approved September 7, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The Public Finance Advisory Committee is meeting to review information requested by the public. The body will discuss proposed alternatives for the 2021–2032 Financial Plan and a potential franchise fee analysis.

• Proposed 2021–2032 Financial Plan alternatives
• Potential franchise fee analysis

The Public Finance Advisory Committee reviewed funding options for the 2021-2032 Park System Improvement Plan and reached consensus to move forward with an $18 million or $20 million bond issue with a 15-year term. They also agreed to include a non-profit organization, a donation program, and hiring a Project Manager in a report to be drafted by staff. No formal votes were taken; decisions were by consensus.

• Consensus to move forward with $18M or $20M bond issue, 15-year term
• Consensus to include non-profit organization in report
• Consensus to include donation program in report
• Consensus to include hiring a Project Manager in report
• Consensus to draft report with these elements

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will meet to receive updates on code enforcement. The body will also discuss the recording of minutes for City Council and Advisory Commission meetings.

• Code enforcement updates
• Recording minutes of City Council and Advisory Commission meetings

City Council

The City Council will discuss and vote on the proposed 2022 General Fund Budget and property tax levies for the city and the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. The body will also consider resolutions regarding street rehabilitation and a civic campus project.

• Resolution No. 2021-88: Proposed 2022 General Fund Budget
• Resolution No. 2021-87: Proposed 2021 Property Tax Levy, collectible in 2022
• Resolution No. 2021-86: Property Tax Levy for the Housing and Redevelopment Authority
• Resolution No. 2021-84: 2022 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2022-01
• Resolution No. 2021-83: Fridley Civic Campus West Plaza Project No. 405-31-21150

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved the proposed 2022 General Fund Budget and the 2021 property tax levy (collectible in 2022), which includes a 2.97% increase in the overall property tax levy. The council also approved several resolutions, including a joint powers agreement for a financial crimes task force, a construction contract for the Civic Campus West Plaza, and initiation of the 2022 street rehabilitation project. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 2021-87, the 2021 property tax levy (collectible in 2022) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-88, the proposed 2022 General Fund Budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-86, consenting to the HRA property tax levy for 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-76, Joint Powers Agreement with MN BCA for Financial Crimes Task Force (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-83, awarding Civic Campus West Plaza Project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-84, initiating 2022 Street Rehabilitation Project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-85, gifts, donations, and sponsorships (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-89, claims for period ending September 22, 2021 (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council is meeting to conduct a review of the proposed 2022 budget. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Proposed 2022 Budget Review

Council Conference Meeting

The Public Finance Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss financial planning and bond issues. The session includes a review of proposed financial plan alternatives for 2021–2032.

• Proposed 2021–2032 Financial Plan Alternatives
• Preliminary Bond Issue Analysis

The Public Finance Advisory Committee met to review five potential financing alternatives for the Park System Improvement Plan, including a preliminary bond issue analysis and property tax abatement map. No formal decisions were made; the committee requested additional information on a 15-year bond term, franchise fees, and sales tax options. A resident raised concerns about signage, speed limits, and sidewalks, which staff agreed to pass to the Public Works Director.

• Agreed to proceed with meeting despite only 4 of 8 members present
• Requested a preliminary bond run for a 15-year bond term
• Requested staff compile recommendations in writing
• Requested information on franchise fees for review
• Requested more information on sales tax at a future meeting

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission will meet to discuss the second phase of the Energy Action Plan and a citywide cleanup. The body will also review GreenStep Cities climate metrics tracking.

• Energy Action Plan, Phase 2
• Citywide Clean Up
• GreenStep Cities Climate Metrics Tracking

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission met and adopted the agenda as amended, adding a pilot project discussion and striking the Climate Metrics item. They approved the August 10 minutes with a correction. The commission discussed a draft Energy Action Plan and the upcoming Citywide Clean Up at Riverview Heights, but took no formal action on these items.

• Adopted agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved August 10 minutes with correction (unanimous)
• Discussed Energy Action Plan Phase 2 draft (no action)
• Discussed Citywide Clean Up at Riverview Heights (no action)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will hold a conference meeting to review updates on parks and street construction. The body will also discuss a joint powers agreement for Locke Park and council salaries.

• Park System Improvement Plan Update
• Locke Park Joint Powers Agreement
• Street Construction Projects Update
• Council Salaries

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a street vacation request for Shamrock Lane N.E. The body is also deciding on a school speed zone and a commercial lease for the North Suburban Center for the Arts.

• Public hearing on Resolution No. 2021-74 to vacate Shamrock Lane N.E. (Petitioned by Cummins Power Generation)
• Resolution No. 2021-81 to establish a school speed zone on 61st Avenue and West Moore Lake Drive
• Resolution No. 2021-82 approving a commercial lease with the North Suburban Center for the Arts
• Resolution No. 2021-75 approving Change Order No. 1 for 53rd Avenue Lift Station Improvements Project No. 20-519
• Resolution No. 2021-80 regarding assessments for Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST-2021-02

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 2021-74 to vacate Shamrock Lane N.E., a city right-of-way serving only the Cummins Power Generation property. The vacation will transfer the road to private ownership, removing it from city maintenance and allowing Cummins to control access for employee-only use. The council also approved several other resolutions, including a change order for the 53rd Avenue Lift Station project, designating 2022 meeting times, and establishing a school speed zone near Fridley High and Middle School.

• Approved Resolution 2021-74 to vacate Shamrock Lane N.E. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-75, Change Order No. 1 for 53rd Avenue Lift Station Improvements
• Approved Resolution 2021-77, designating 2022 City Council meeting times and number
• Approved Resolution 2021-79, declaring costs for 2021 nuisance abatements and ordering assessment roll
• Approved Resolution 2021-80, declaring costs for Street Rehabilitation Project ST-2021-02 and ordering assessment roll
• Approved Resolution 2021-81, establishing a school speed zone on 61st Avenue and West Moore Lake Drive
• Approved Resolution 2021-82, commercial lease with North Suburban Center for the Arts
• Approved Resolution 2021-78, claims for period ending September 9, 2021

Council Conference Meeting

The Park System Improvement Plan Refinement Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss community park plans. The group will also review next steps and future meeting dates.

• Review of August 12, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of Community Park Plans

The Refinement Advisory Committee reviewed and discussed concept plans for Moore Lake, Community, and Commons Parks, agreeing on several changes such as removing tennis courts at Moore Lake, adding a basketball half court, and repurposing baseball fields. No formal decisions were made; the committee provided feedback for WSB to generate revised plans for the October 14 meeting.

• Agreed to remove tennis courts at Moore Lake Park for more green space
• Agreed to add a basketball half court at Moore Lake Park
• Agreed to repurpose baseball fields at Moore Lake Park
• Agreed to keep splashpad and pavilion at Commons Park
• Agreed to not decrease size of sledding hill at Commons Park
• Directed WSB to consult with City and baseball associations on baseball field proposals
• Scheduled next meetings for October 14 and November 10

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss the results of a 'Start, Stop, Continue' exercise and conduct a review of programs, services, and fees. Staff will also provide updates on the Springbrook Nature Center and park maintenance.

• Program, Service and Fee Review
• Start, Stop, Continue Exercise Results Discussion
• Springbrook Nature Center Update
• Park Maintenance and Construction Report

The Parks and Recreation Commission met and approved the agenda and minutes from June 7, 2021. They discussed a summary of their August workshop, reviewed current program and service fees, and heard staff reports on Springbrook Nature Center, parks and recreation updates, and maintenance. No formal decisions were made on fees or other action items.

• Approved September 7, 2021 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 7, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:33 p.m. (unanimous)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority is meeting to approve expenditures and the property tax levy for taxes payable in 2022. The body will also receive an update on housing programs.

• Approval of HRA Property Tax Levy for Taxes Payable in 2022
• Approval of Expenditures
• Update on Housing Programs

The Fridley Housing & Redevelopment Authority approved a property tax levy for taxes payable in 2022, set at .0185% of estimated market value, expected to collect $599,571. The levy will fund housing and redevelopment efforts, with the City Council to act on it September 27, 2021. The board also approved the August 5, 2021 minutes and expenditures. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 5, 2021 HRA minutes (unanimous)
• Approved expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 HRA property tax levy of $599,571 (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The Public Finance Advisory Committee is meeting to review requested information and a municipal budgeting overview. The session includes an open forum for public comment.

• Review of information requested by the Public Finance Advisory Committee
• Municipal Budgeting Overview

The Public Finance Advisory Committee held an informational meeting on the municipal budget process and available capital project funds. No formal decisions were made; the committee reached a consensus to have staff present funding options for review at the next meeting.

• Consensus to have staff present funding options for review at next meeting

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will hold a conference meeting to discuss water system updates and public engagement practices. No written reports were provided for these items.

• Water system updates
• Public engagement practices

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the revocation of liquor licenses for two businesses. The body is also considering a new city code chapter on reasonable accommodation and the recodification of the city code.

• Public hearing on Resolution No. 2021-68 to revoke on-sale intoxicating liquor licenses for Halo’s Restaurant Bar and Vero’s Banquet
• Ordinance No. 1395 to add City Code Chapter 34 regarding Reasonable Accommodation
• Resolution No. 2021-69 approving Change Order No. 3 for Locke Park Water Treatment Plant Project No. 17-509
• Resolution No. 2021-72 accepting Bird Rides, Inc.’s withdrawal of TA# 21-02 for shared micromobility vehicles
• Resolution No. 2021-67 authorizing the recodification of the Fridley City Code

The Fridley City Council unanimously revoked the on-sale intoxicating liquor license for Halo's Restaurant Bar and Vero's Banquet, citing numerous code violations including fights, assaults, a shooting, and operating past closing time. The council also accepted Bird Rides' withdrawal of a micromobility ordinance, directed no fee changes, and authorized a multi-year recodification of the city code.

• Revoked Halo's Restaurant Bar and Vero's Banquet liquor license (unanimous)
• Accepted Bird Rides' withdrawal of micromobility ordinance (unanimous)
• Directed no updates to city code fees for micromobility services (unanimous)
• Authorized recodification of Fridley City Code (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, ordinance, and resolutions (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The Park System Improvement Plan Refinement Task Force is meeting to review the task force charter and City Council Resolution No. 2021-51. Members will discuss themes from 2019 community workshops and a 2021 resident survey. The group will also review public feedback on concept plans for community, neighborhood, and special use parks.

• Review of City Council Resolution No. 2021-51
• Discussion of 2019 Community Workshop themes
• Review of 2021 resident survey themes
• Review of concept plans for Commons, Community, and Moore Lake parks

The Park System Improvement Plan Refinement Advisory Committee held its first meeting, reviewing the committee charter and City Council Resolution No. 2021-51, which directs staff to refine the Park System Improvement Plan. The committee is tasked with paring down the plan's cost from $50 million to approximately $30 million, based on resident survey feedback. No formal decisions were made; the group agreed to meet for 90 minutes (with flexibility up to two hours) and scheduled future meetings for September 9, October 14, November 10, and December 9.

• Agreed to set meetings for 90 minutes, with flexibility to extend up to two hours
• Scheduled future meetings for September 9, October 14, November 10, and December 9

Council Conference Meeting

The Public Finance Advisory Committee is meeting to review the committee charter and the background of the Park System Improvement Plan. The session includes an icebreaker and the establishment of a future meeting schedule.

• Public Finance Advisory Committee Charter
• Park System Improvement Plan background and overview

The Public Finance Advisory Committee met for the first time to organize and receive background on the Park System Improvement Plan. No formal decisions were made; the committee was tasked with recommending bond financing options at its next meeting on August 24, 2021.

• No formal decisions made at this organizational meeting
• Agreed to proposed future meeting schedule

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The commission will meet to discuss the second phase of the Energy Action Plan. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a citywide clean up.

• Energy Action Plan, Phase 2
• Citywide Clean Up

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission discussed continuing the Partners in Energy program with Xcel Energy and reviewed potential strategies for Phase 2 of the Energy Action Plan. Staff will bring draft strategies and a new MOU for final review. The commission also selected a site for the September 25 citywide cleanup, pending availability check.

• Adopted agenda unanimously
• Approved July 10 minutes with correction (Hansen absent, Ferris present) unanimously
• Discussed Phase 2 Energy Action Plan strategies; staff to bring draft MOU for review
• Selected Riverview Heights or Innsbruck for citywide cleanup site, pending availability

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading for an ordinance regarding reasonable accommodations. The body will also consider a grant for rain garden construction and the repeal of a resolution concerning TIF District No. 19.

• Ordinance No. 1395: Public hearing and first reading for Chapter 34, Reasonable Accommodations
• Resolution No. 2021-64: Rice Creek Watershed District Water Quality Grant Agreement for Rain Garden Construction
• Resolution No. 2021-65: Repealing Resolution No. 2021-15 regarding TIF District No. 19
• Resolution No. 2021-66: Approving claims for the period ending August 4, 2021

The Fridley City Council held a public hearing and unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1395, which establishes a process for reasonable accommodation requests under the Federal Fair Housing Amendments Act. The council also unanimously repealed Resolution No. 2021-15, which had decertified TIF District No. 19, to allow continued tax increment collection for outstanding obligations. All other agenda items, including the consent agenda, minutes, and claims, were approved unanimously.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1395, Reasonable Accommodations (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-65, repealing decertification of TIF District No. 19 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Rice Creek Watershed District grant agreement and claims (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 29, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The Fridley City Council is meeting to discuss three items: preliminary concepts for a proposed roundabout at Central and Gardena Avenues with Anoka County, an update on the city code recodification project, and a letter of intent from the North Suburban Center for the Arts. No formal votes are scheduled; these are discussion items.

• Preliminary concepts for roundabout at Central Avenue and Gardena Avenue with Anoka County Highway Department
• Fridley City Code Recodification Project update
• Letter of Intent from the North Suburban Center for the Arts

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will meet to approve expenditures and minutes. The body is also considering a purchase agreement for the Demello Property on Old Central Avenue.

• Purchase Agreement for Demello Property on Old Central Avenue
• Approval of expenditures

The Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved the purchase of the Demello Property, a half-acre wooded site on Old Central Avenue, for $105,000, the appraised value. The commission also approved expenditures and the June 2, 2021 meeting minutes as amended. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved June 2, 2021 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Approved purchase agreement for Demello Property at $105,000 (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission is meeting for a work session to review staff reports and establish goals and vision. Discussions include updates on the Park System Improvement Plan and construction at Craig Park.

• Craig Park construction update
• Park System Improvement Plan update
• Micromobility Ordinance
• Pickleball clinic
• Commission goals and vision

City Council

The City Council is reviewing ordinances regarding shared micromobility devices and associated licensing and storage fees. The body is also scheduling a public hearing for a new city code chapter on reasonable accommodation.

• Ordinance No. 1394: Adding micromobility sharing services licensing, impoundment, and storage fees
• Ordinance No. 1393: Allowing shared micromobility devices, petitioned by Bird Rides, Inc.
• Resolution No. 2021-54: Scheduling a public hearing to add Chapter 34 (Reasonable Accommodation) to the City Code
• Resolution No. 2021-61: Concurring with Rice Creek Watershed District boundary change
• Resolution No. 2021-62: Approving gifts, donations, and sponsorships received June 21 to July 19, 2021

The Fridley City Council unanimously tabled two ordinances related to shared micromobility devices (e-scooters) until August 23, 2021, to allow staff to address home occupation issues and clarify license denial reasons. The council also approved a resolution concurring with the Rice Creek Watershed District boundary change/adjustment. The consent agenda was approved with two items removed for regular discussion.

• Tabled Ordinance No. 1393 (shared micromobility devices) until Aug. 23 (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 1394 (micromobility fees) until Aug. 23 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-61 concurring with Rice Creek Watershed District boundary change (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with removal of Items 2 and 4 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from July 12, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to review meeting minutes and hold a public hearing. The primary focus is the consideration of Chapter 34, Reasonable Accommodations Ordinance No. 1395.

• Public hearing for Chapter 34, Reasonable Accommodations Ordinance No. 1395

The Fridley Planning Commission approved Text Amendment TA #21-03, adding Chapter 34 (Reasonable Accommodation) to the City Code. The ordinance, required after a conciliation hearing with MDHR, establishes a process for residents to request accommodations under the Federal Fair Housing Act, including a $75 fee. The amendment will go to the City Council for first reading on August 9, 2021. The Commission also approved the June 19, 2021 meeting minutes with an amendment and accepted minutes from other commissions.

• Approved Text Amendment TA #21-03, adding Chapter 34 (Reasonable Accommodation) to the City Code.
• Approved the June 19, 2021 Planning Commission meeting minutes, amended to correct the vote total.
• Accepted minutes from other commissions.
• Opened and closed the public hearing for the Reasonable Accommodation ordinance.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:50 p.m.

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission is meeting to discuss updates to the Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area Ordinance. The body will also review updates on micromobility sharing and a compostable item program.

• Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area Ordinance Update
• Micromobility Sharing Update
• Compostable Item Program

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission unanimously adopted its agenda and June minutes. Staff reported on the required update to the Mississippi River Corridor Critical Area ordinance, with a draft to be brought to the commission for a workshop. The commission also received updates on micromobility licensing, compostable supplies, water rebate funding, and tree treatments.

• Adopted the agenda with an added public comment item
• Approved the June 9 minutes unanimously
• Heard a presentation on the MRCCA ordinance update
• Noted a second reading of the micromobility ordinance is pending
• Discussed expanding compostable party packs to all residents
• Reported additional Met Council funding for water efficiency rebates
• Noted Rainbow Treecare will treat over 200 public trees starting July 26
• Discussed options for a vegetated buffer along a trail

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will meet to receive updates on an accommodations ordinance and community development projects. The body will also discuss a Parks Joint Powers Agreement.

• Accommodations Ordinance update
• Community Development Projects update
• Parks Joint Powers Agreement discussion

City Council

The City Council is meeting to review a second reading of an ordinance amending the building code. The body will also consider the approval of city claims and previous meeting minutes.

• Ordinance No. 1391: Amending Fridley City Code Chapter 206, Building Code (Second Reading)
• Approval of Claim Nos. 193317 - 193458

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the June 28, 2021 meeting, Ordinance No. 1391 (amending the building code), and claims 193317-193458. No regular agenda items were considered. The meeting included a state legislative update and informal announcements about community events.

• Approved the consent agenda, including the June 28, 2021 meeting minutes, Ordinance No. 1391 (building code amendment), and claims 193317-193458.
• Adopted the regular agenda, but no regular agenda items were considered.

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council is holding a conference meeting for a water plant tour and a presentation on the water system.

• Water Plant Tour and Water System Presentation at Locke Park Water Treatment Facility

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to allow shared micromobility devices. The body is also considering updates to the building code and the repeal of a mayoral-declared local emergency.

• Ordinance No. 1393: Amending City Code to allow shared micromobility devices (petitioned by Bird Rides, Inc.)
• Ordinance No. 1394: Adding micromobility licensing, impoundment, and storage fees
• Resolution No. 2021-46: Grant agreement with Minnesota Department of Health for Well Sealing Program
• Resolution No. 2021-53: Awarding Craig Park Improvements, Project No. 21-601
• Resolution No. 2021-56: Final Change Order No. 4 for 2019 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2019-01

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1393, which would allow shared micromobility devices (e.g., electric scooters) in the city, with a proposed 200-scooter cap and licensing requirements. The council also approved first readings for ordinances updating building code fees and adding licensing/impoundment fees for micromobility vehicles, and repealed the local emergency declaration. All actions were unanimous.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1393, allowing shared micromobility devices (e.g., scooters) with a 200-scooter cap.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1391, updating electrical permit fees in the building code.
• Approved Ordinance No. 1392, repealing the mayoral-declared local emergency.
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1394, adding licensing, impoundment, and storage fees for micromobility vehicles.
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-55, appointing members to the Financing and Refinement Task Forces for the Parks System Improvement Plan.
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, grant agreement, park improvements, change order, gifts, performance measurement program, wellness program, and claims.

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council is meeting to review the proposed 2022–2026 Capital Investment Program. The body will also discuss the long-term financial plan for the Springbrook Nature Center.

• Proposed 2022–2026 Capital Investment Program Review
• Springbrook Nature Center Long–Term Financial Plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Master Plan amendment. The body will also consider a text amendment to allow micromobility sharing services in the public-right-of-way.

• Master Plan Amendment MP #21-01 by Medtronic Inc.
• Text Amendment Application 2021-02 by Bird Rides, Inc regarding micromobility sharing services

The Fridley Planning Commission approved Text Amendment Application 2021-02 by Bird Rides, Inc., which adds code language allowing micromobility sharing services (e.g., foot-powered electric scooters) in the public right-of-way. The approval includes a stipulation that the City require micromobility organizations to collect user ID for a full licensing cycle. The vote was 6-1, with Commissioner Buyse voting nay. A separate Master Plan Amendment by Medtronic was withdrawn and not heard.

• Approved Text Amendment 2021-02 allowing micromobility sharing services in public right-of-way (6-1)
• Added stipulation requiring micromobility organizations to collect user ID for full licensing cycle
• Approved minutes from May 19, 2021 Planning Commission meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Other Commissions (unanimous)
• Noted Medtronic Master Plan Amendment withdrawn; no public hearing held

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss changes to the city's building code. The body will also conduct a follow-up regarding a Town Hall meeting.

• Discussion on amending Fridley City Code, Chapter 206, Building Code
• Town Hall Meeting follow-up

City Council

The City Council will hold a second reading for a proposed amendment to the Fridley City Charter. The body is also deciding on grants for auto theft investigation and a special use permit for TC Solar RCE LLC.

• Ordinance No. 1386: Proposed Amendment to the Fridley City Charter Chapter 12
• Resolution No. 2021-47 and 2021-48: Grants from MN Department of Commerce for auto theft investigation
• Resolution No. 2021-49: Scheduling a public hearing for a text amendment on shared micromobility devices
• Resolution No. 2021-52: Special Use Permit SP #21-04 for TC Solar RCE LLC
• Resolution No. 2021-51: Continued efforts for the Parks Master Plan

The Fridley City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2021-51, directing continued efforts on the Parks Master Plan, including the creation of a Financing Task Force and a Refinement Task Force. The plan, called 'Finding Your Fun in Fridley,' is community-driven and aims to guide park improvements over the next 10 years, with a potential project size not exceeding $30 million. The council also approved the consent agenda (minus item 8) and other routine items.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-51, directing continued efforts on the Parks Master Plan and appointing task forces.
• Approved the consent agenda with the removal of item No. 8 (Resolution No. 2021-51).
• Approved the minutes from the May 24, 2021, City Council meeting.
• Received the Planning Commission minutes from May 19, 2021.
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-47, accepting a grant for an Auto Theft Investigator.
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-48, accepting a grant for the Anoka County Auto Theft Task Force.
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-49, scheduling a public hearing for a text amendment on shared micromobility devices.
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-50, approving city licenses and permits, and Resolution No. 2021-52, approving Special Use Permit SP #21-04 for TC Solar RCE LLC.

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission is meeting to review a remote bikeable community workshop. The body will also discuss shared micromobility vehicles and receive informal status reports.

• Remote Bikeable Community Workshop
• Shared Micromobility Vehicles

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission discussed trail updates and the Remote Bikeable Community Workshop, prioritizing wayfinding signage as the top action item. Staff will develop a wayfinding plan for commission review. The commission also noted a text amendment from Bird Rides Inc. for shared micromobility vehicles, with a public hearing scheduled before the Planning Commission on June 16.

• Adopted the agenda unanimously
• Approved April 13, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously
• Prioritized wayfinding signage for bike plan
• Staff to develop wayfinding plan for EQEC review
• Staff to check with police on bicycle patrols
• Staff to investigate scooter travel between Minneapolis and Fridley

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will receive a presentation on a Fridley resident survey. Members will also discuss a work session scheduled for August and receive staff reports on city parks and recreation services.

• Fridley Resident Survey Presentation
• August Commission Work Session Discussion
• Springbrook Nature Center Report
• Community Engagement Report
• Park Maintenance Report

The commission heard a presentation on the 2021 Residential Study, which showed 94% of residents say existing recreational facilities meet household needs and 42% would support a $5 property tax increase for a park referendum. They discussed holding an August work session instead of a formal meeting, possibly including a park tour. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the agenda and prior minutes.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 3, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed August work session; no formal action taken

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will consider a master plan amendment for Medtronic at 500 Medtronic Parkway N.E. The body will also vote on lease amendments for two properties and elect officers.

• Recommendation on Redevelopment District Master Plan Amendment MP #21-01 for Medtronic at 500 Medtronic Parkway N.E.
• Amend leases of 1314 Mississippi Street and 6491 Central Avenue
• Annual election of officers
• Approval of expenditures

The Fridley Housing & Redevelopment Authority voted 3-1 (with one abstention) to reject a master plan amendment (MP #21-01) that would have allowed Medtronic to install a ground-mounted solar energy garden on vacant land at 500 Medtronic Parkway N.E. The HRA also approved routine expenditures, meeting minutes, elected officers, and amended leases for two properties. The solar request was denied because it conflicted with the redevelopment master plan and development agreement obligations.

• Approved expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved May 6, 2021 HRA meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected William Holm as Chair and Elizabeth Showalter as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Amended leases for 1314 Mississippi Street and 6491 Central Avenue (unanimous)
• Rejected S-2 Redevelopment District Master Plan Amendment MP #21-01 for Medtronic solar garden (3-1, Backlund abstained)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will meet to review an update on the city's investment portfolio. The body will also discuss a text amendment application regarding shared micro-mobility devices from Bird.

• Investment Portfolio Update
• Bird text amendment application for shared micro-mobility devices

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a street rehabilitation project and amending the 2019 Clean Water Efficiency Grant Program. The body will also review the 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and a proposed amendment to the City Charter.

• Resolution No. 2021-41: Awarding 2021 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2021-02
• Resolution No. 2021-44: Amending the 2019 Clean Water Efficiency Grant Program
• Resolution No. 2021-43: Approval of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for FY ending Dec 31, 2020
• Ordinance No. 1386: First reading of proposed amendment to Fridley City Charter Chapter 12
• Resolution No. 2021-42: 2021-2022 Junkyard Business License Renewals

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved several resolutions, including the 2021 street rehabilitation project, the 2020 comprehensive annual financial report, and a first reading of a charter amendment. The council also approved consent agenda items for licenses, claims, and donations. No public comments were made during the open forum.

• Approved 2021 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2021-02 (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and federal awards schedule (unanimous)
• Adopted first reading of Ordinance 1386 amending City Charter Chapter 12 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, licenses, claims, and donations (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will meet to introduce two directors and discuss a community risk assessment. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Rice Creek Plaza South Neighborhood Street Project.

• Introduction of Community Services Director and Employee Resources Director
• Community Risk Assessment Initiative
• Rice Creek Plaza South Neighborhood Street Project

City Council

The Local Board of Appeals and Equalization is meeting to consider a resolution regarding property valuations. The board will vote on the equalization of assessed valuations for real and personal property within the city.

• LBAE Resolution No. 2021-01: Approving the Equalization of Assessed Valuations of Real and Personal Property

The Local Board of Appeals and Equalization approved Resolution 2021-01, which equalizes assessed valuations of real and personal property in Fridley for the January 2, 2021 assessment. The board heard no formal appeals, as two property owners who called were unable to reach an agreement with staff and will take their cases to the County Board. The meeting included a detailed presentation on the housing market and assessment changes, but no other decisions were made.

• Approved LBAE Resolution No. 2021-01, equalizing assessed valuations (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed amendment to Chapter 12 of the Fridley City Charter. The body will also consider several resolutions involving license agreements and school district contracts.

• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 1386 to amend Fridley City Charter Chapter 12
• Resolution No. 2021-32: License agreement with Townhomes at Locke Park Homeowner’s Association
• Resolution No. 2021-36: Special Use Permit SP #21-03 for Corval Constructors, Inc.
• Resolution No. 2021-38: Agreement with Independent School District #14
• Resolution No. 2021-39: Agreement with Northeast Metro 916 Intermediate School District

The Fridley City Council held a public hearing on proposed amendments to City Charter Chapter 12, covering official publications, oaths of office, gifts and favors, official bonds, real property sales, street vacations, and damage suits. The hearing was opened and closed without public comment, and the amendments will proceed to first reading on May 24 and second reading on June 14. The council also approved the consent agenda, including minutes, licenses, permits, agreements, and claims, and received reports on proclamations and a town hall meeting.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously, including minutes, license agreement, special use permit, and agreements with school districts
• Held public hearing on Charter Chapter 12 amendments and closed it without public comment
• Received Planning Commission minutes from April 12, 2021
• Approved claims 192599-192737
• Adopted regular agenda unanimously
• Adjourned meeting at 7:43 p.m.

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will meet to approve expenditures and previous meeting minutes. The body will also address interfund loans for the future redevelopment of Old Central & Mississippi Street and receive an update on housing programs.

• Interfund loans for future redevelopment of Old Central & Mississippi Street
• Approval of expenditures
• Update on housing programs

The Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved Resolution 2021-25, authorizing interfund loans between the HRA General Fund and the Old Central Redevelopment Project. The loans will recover pre-development expenses and be repaid from future land sales and taxes. The authority also approved expenditures and the April 1, 2021 meeting minutes, both unanimously.

• Approved expenses as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved April 1, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-25 for interfund loans for Old Central and Mississippi Street (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The commission will discuss updates to the Parks Master Plan and capital investment projects. The meeting also includes the election of officers and a review of the deer management summary.

• Election of officers
• Frights Frenzy Softball Tournament application
• Parks Master Plan update
• Parks Capital Investment Projects
• Deer Management Summary

The Fridley Parks and Recreation Commission approved the Frights Frenzy Softball Tournament application for June 5-6, elected Mike Heinz as Chair and Shauna Larson as Vice-Chair, and approved the April 5 meeting minutes. The commission also discussed the Parks Master Plan update, capital investment projects, and a deer management summary, but took no formal action on those items.

• Approved Frights Frenzy Softball Tournament application (unanimous)
• Elected Mike Heinz as Chair and Shauna Larson as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved April 5, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission met to handle administrative matters and receive a presentation from the League of Minnesota Cities. The body discussed the differences between statutory and charter cities and the use of ordinances for residential picketing.

• Recommendation for the reappointment of Commissioner Brillhart

The Fridley Charter Commission met on May 3, 2021, and approved the agenda and the April 5, 2021 meeting minutes. The Commission voted unanimously to recommend the reappointment of Commissioner Kelli Brillhart, who confirmed her interest in continuing to serve. The meeting also included a presentation from the League of Minnesota Cities on charter cities, with discussion on residential picketing and charter abandonment, but no formal action was taken on these topics. The next meeting is scheduled for October 4, 2021.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the April 5, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended reappointment of Commissioner Brillhart (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will hold a conference meeting to review updates on the communications plan and a resident survey. The body will also discuss financial outlooks and objectives following the City Council meeting.

• Communications Plan Update
• Resident Survey
• Financial Outlooks & Objectives

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an on-sale liquor license for The Original Malt Shop Express. The body is also reviewing second readings for ordinances concerning animal control and city fees.

• Public hearing for on-sale liquor license for The Original Malt Shop Express
• Ordinance No. 1388: Amending Chapter 101, Animal Control
• Ordinance No. 1389: Amending Chapter 11, Fees
• Resolution No. 2021-26: Special Use Permit for Happy Tails Rescue Foundation
• Resolution No. 2021-33: 2021-2022 Business License Renewals

The Fridley City Council approved an on-sale liquor license for The Original Malt Shop Express at 8300 University Avenue NE, despite the applicant's absence, and approved a special use permit for Happy Tails Rescue Foundation. Both items passed unanimously. The council also approved consent agenda items including ordinances on animal control and fees, and a resolution accepting gifts and donations.

• Approved on-sale liquor license for The Original Malt Shop Express (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for Happy Tails Rescue Foundation (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1388 amending animal control code (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1389 amending fees code (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-35 accepting gifts and donations (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-33 for business license renewals (unanimous)
• Approved claims 192476-192598 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 16, 2021 special meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct business postponed from April 12. The body will discuss city code amendments, a lot split, and a public hearing for a city charter amendment.

• Resolution No. 2021-25: Scheduling a May 10 public hearing for a Fridley City Charter Chapter 12 amendment
• Ordinance No. 1389: Amending Fridley City Code Chapter 11 regarding fees
• Ordinance No. 1390: Public hearing and first reading for special permit use petitioned by Happy Tails Rescue Foundation
• Resolution No. 2021-27 and 2021-28: Lot split and variance for B & D Mathews Investments LLC
• Resolution No. 2021-29: Engineering services for the 53rd Avenue Turnabout Project ST2021-521

The Fridley City Council held a special meeting to conduct business postponed from April 12. They approved the first readings of ordinances updating animal control rules, adding a $500 potentially dangerous dog registration fee, and allowing animal rescue facilities as a special use in light industrial zones. They also approved resolutions for engineering services for a road project, a watershed grant for park drainage, a lot split, a variance, and a joint powers agreement.

• Approved consent agenda and minutes from March 22 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-24, Joint Powers Agreement with State of Minnesota (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-25, scheduling public hearing on charter amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-27, lot split for B & D Mathews Investments LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-28, variance for B & D Mathews Investments LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-30, final change order for 2019 Street Rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-29, engineering services for 53rd Avenue Turnabout (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-31, Coon Creek Watershed District cost-share agreement (unanimous)

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The commission is meeting virtually to receive updates on the Parks Master Plan and the Energy Action Plan. The session also includes commission updates and informal staff reports.

• Parks Master Plan update
• Energy Action Plan update
• Approval of March 9 meeting minutes

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission approved its agenda and March 9 meeting minutes unanimously. Commissioner Dritz was appointed Chair and Commissioner Olberding as Vice Chair. The commission received an update on the Parks Master Plan, including a proposed $50 million 10-year plan for Moore Lake and a citywide park system modernization effort, with public feedback due by April 30. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted the agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 9 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Dritz as Chair
• Appointed Commissioner Olberding as Vice Chair

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will meet to review the city investment portfolio and an update to the stormwater plan.

• City Investment Portfolio
• Stormwater Plan Update

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will review updates to the Parks Master Plan and a recreation report on pickleball. The meeting also includes reports on the 2021 Parks Maintenance Plan and Craig Park.

• Parks Master Plan Update
• Recreation Report on Pickleball
• 2021 Parks Maintenance Plan
• Craig Park Update
• Springbrook Nature Center Report

The Fridley Parks and Recreation Commission met on April 5, 2021, and approved the agenda and March 1 meeting minutes. New members Ken Schultz and Eric Evanson were introduced, with Evanson attending as a guest until the City Council expands the commission to seven members. Staff provided updates on the Parks Master Plan, pickleball programs, the 2021 Parks Maintenance Plan, and the Craig Park stormwater project, which is going out for bid. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved the April 5, 2021 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the March 1, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:03 p.m. (unanimous)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission is meeting via webinar to conduct new member interviews and review revisions to Chapter 12. The body will also receive a presentation on the Parks Master Plan.

• New member interviews
• Chapter 12 revisions
• Parks Master Plan presentation

The Fridley Charter Commission voted unanimously to direct staff to petition the judge to appoint Oluwaseyi Olawore to fill an open seat on the Commission. The Commission also approved revisions to Chapter 12 of the City Charter, incorporating previously recommended changes and minor capitalization/punctuation edits. A Parks Master Plan was presented for discussion, but no action was taken on it.

• Approved motion to petition judge to appoint Oluwaseyi Olawore to Charter Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Chapter 12 revisions as presented (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 1, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority is meeting via interactive webinar to review expenditures and housing program updates. The body will consider the purchase of a specific property.

• Purchase of 1314 Mississippi Street
• Approval of expenditures
• Update on housing programs

The Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved the purchase of 1314 Mississippi Street NE, a property intended for redevelopment with 90 owner-occupied senior condominium units and 13,750 square feet of retail space. The board also approved expenditures and the February 4, 2021 meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included only informational updates on housing programs.

• Approved expenditures as submitted (unanimous).
• Approved February 4, 2021 meeting minutes as submitted (unanimous).
• Approved purchase of 1314 Mississippi Street NE and authorized staff and chairperson to execute closing documents (unanimous).

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council is holding a conference meeting to meet with applicants for city commissions. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• Meetings with Fridley Commission Applicants

City Council

The City Council will discuss grant agreements for the Moore Lake Enhancement and University Avenue Service Road projects. The body is also considering the conveyance of tax forfeit property to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA).

• Clean Water Fund Grant Agreement for Moore Lake Enhancement Project
• Stormwater Agreement for University Avenue Service Road Project
• Resolution No. 2021-22 regarding conveyance of tax forfeit property to the HRA
• Ordinance No. 1387 amending City Code Chapter 6, Commissions
• Resolution No. 2021-23 approving appointments to City Commissions

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1387, which would expand the Parks & Recreation Commission from five to seven members to increase community involvement. The council also approved appointments to city commissions, including filling a vacancy on the Environmental Quality & Energy Commission and making appointments to the Parks & Recreation Commission, with one appointment contingent on the ordinance taking effect. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1387 to expand Parks & Recreation Commission to 7 members (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-19 for Clean Water Fund and Rice Creek Watershed District grants for Moore Lake Enhancement Project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-20 for Stormwater Management Grant Agreement with Rice Creek Watershed District (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-21 for gifts, donations, and sponsorships (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-22 requesting conveyance of tax-forfeit property to HRA (unanimous)
• Approved claims 192188-192301 (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to city commissions, including Aaron Klemz to EQEC, Ken Schultz to Parks & Recreation, and Eric Evanson contingent on ordinance (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The Fridley City Council is holding a conference meeting to meet with applicants for city commissions. The agenda contains only this single item, which is a discussion/meeting rather than a formal decision.

• Meet with Fridley Commission Applicants

City Council

The Fridley City Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including decertifying a tax increment financing district, approving a data practices policy, and a sign plan amendment for a business center. They will also vote on a final change order for a highway fencing and landscaping project and approve claims. The meeting includes a presentation of a GreenStep Cities award and an open forum for public input.

• Resolution No. 2021-15: Decertifying TIF District No. 19
• Resolution No. 2021-16: Approving City of Fridley Data Practices Policy
• Resolution No. 2021-18: Comprehensive Sign Plan Amendment for 7201 University Avenue N.E. (University Avenue Business Center)
• Resolution No. 2021-17: Approve Change Order No. 1 (Final) for Trunk Highway 47 Fencing and Landscaping Project
• Claims: 192008 - 192188

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 2021-17, authorizing Change Order No. 1 for the Trunk Highway 47 Fencing and Landscaping Project, increasing the contract from $510,523.30 to $649,909.66. The change order, fully reimbursable by MnDOT, covers fence height adjustments, removal changes, expanded landscaping, and additional demolition. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including decertifying TIF District No. 19, adopting a Data Practices Policy, and approving a sign plan amendment.

• Approved Change Order No. 1 for Highway 47 project, increasing contract to $649,909.66 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-15, decertifying TIF District No. 19 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-16, adopting Data Practices Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-18, sign plan amendment for 7201 University Ave N.E. (unanimous)
• Approved claims 192008-192188 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from February 22, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority Conference Meeting

The Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority is holding a virtual conference meeting with a single informational item: an update on the Parks Master Plan. No written report is provided, and no formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Parks Master Plan update (no written report)

Charter Commission

The Fridley Charter Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to handle administrative matters, including 2021 reappointments, election of officers, and discussion of meeting format. They will also address the resignation of Commissioner Richard Johnston and review draft revisions to Chapter 12 of the city charter.

• Approval of February 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• 2021 reappointments
• Election of officers
• Resignation of Commissioner Richard Johnston
• Draft Chapter 12 revisions

The Fridley Charter Commission voted to hold its next three meetings virtually due to room scheduling conflicts, and will revisit the format in October. It accepted the resignation of Commissioner Richard Johnston and directed staff to open the application process for the vacant seat. The Commission also directed staff to prepare a draft ordinance for Chapter 12 revisions, incorporating changes to Section 12.04, and agreed to host a League of Minnesota Cities training in May.

• Approved the meeting agenda and the February 1, 2021 meeting minutes.
• Reappointed Commissioners Findell, Rolstad, and Soule for 2021.
• Elected Rick Nelson as Chairperson, Bruce Nelson as Vice Chairperson, and Nikki Karnopp as Secretary.
• Amended motion to hold the next three meetings virtually, with the topic to be readdressed in October.
• Accepted the resignation of Commissioner Richard Johnston and directed staff to open the application process for the vacancy.
• Approved moving the exception language in Section 12.04 to the beginning, removing periods, and inserting 'interested party'.
• Directed staff to prepare the Chapter 12 document as directed and create a draft ordinance (Commissioner Reynolds opposed).
• Consensus to invite the League of Minnesota Cities to present at the May meeting.

Council Conference Meeting

The Fridley City Council is holding a conference meeting to discuss two items: a Data Practices Policy and an update on Police Mutual Aid, with no agenda report for the latter. The meeting is open to the public and accommodations are available upon request.

• Data Practices Policy review
• Police Mutual Aid update (no agenda report)

City Council

The Fridley City Council is meeting to consider several items, including approving the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, a road improvement application for the 53rd Avenue project, and accepting gifts and donations. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and claims.

• Resolution No. 2021-11 approving the 2040 Comprehensive Plan
• Resolution No. 2021-14 approving a Local Road Improvement Program application for the Fridley and Columbia Heights 53rd Avenue Project
• Resolution No. 2021-13 approving gifts, donations, and sponsorships received between January 11 and February 12, 2021
• Claims 191893-192007
• Approval of minutes from February 8, 2021 meeting

The Fridley City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2021-11, approving the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, a long-range policy document guiding land use, housing, parks, transportation, and infrastructure to 2040. The plan, which began in 2016, was reviewed by the Metropolitan Council and approved by them on December 23, 2020. The council also approved the consent agenda, including minutes from February 8, 2021, gifts and donations, and a road improvement application for the 53rd Avenue project.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-11 approving the 2040 Comprehensive Plan (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, gifts/donations, and road improvement application (5-0)

City Council

This is a joint special meeting of the Fridley City Council and Parks and Recreation Commission to discuss the Parks Master Plan. The agenda covers an introduction, project overview and finance options, and next steps. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Parks Master Plan – Meeting Introduction
• Parks Master Plan – Project Overview and Finance Options
• Parks Master Plan – Next Steps

Council Conference Meeting

The Fridley City Council is holding a conference meeting to discuss updates on four items: the Emerald Ash Borer mitigation plan, the Adopt a Drain program, the 7th Street Trail, and the Craig Park upgrade. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda consists of informational updates and discussions.

• Emerald Ash Borer Mitigation Plan update
• Adopt a Drain program update
• 7th Street Trail update (no written memo)
• Craig Park upgrade update (no written memo)

City Council

The Fridley City Council is meeting to approve several land-use items, including a lot split, a special use permit for Schmit Towing, and two variances. The council will also consider a resolution requesting special legislation from the Minnesota Legislature and approve claims. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and a planning commission report.

• Resolution 2021-07 approving lot split LS #21-01 (Ward 3)
• Resolution 2021-08 approving special use permit SP #21-01 for Schmit Towing (Ward 3)
• Resolution 2021-09 approving variance VAR #21-01 for Calichi Group (Ward 1)
• Resolution 2021-10 approving variance VAR #21-02 for 2C Development (Ward 1)
• Resolution 2021-12 requesting special legislation from the Minnesota Legislature

The Fridley City Council approved the consent agenda and all new business items, including a lot split, a special use permit for Schmit Towing, two variances, and a request for special legislation. The meeting was brief, with no public comments, and adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes from January 19, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-07, lot split LS #21-01 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-08, special use permit SP #21-01 for Schmit Towing (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-09, variance VAR #21-01 for Calichi Group (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-10, variance VAR #21-02 for 2C Development (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-12, request for special legislation (5-0)
• Approved claims 191674-191892 (5-0)

City Council

The Fridley City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss three new business items: Housing Improvement Areas, a discussion on redevelopment area priorities, and special legislation regarding excess Northern Stacks increment for housing programs. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for discussion.

• Housing Improvement Areas
• Discussion Item on Redevelopment Area Priorities
• Special Legislation – Excess Northern Stacks Increment for Housing Programs

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Fridley Housing & Redevelopment Authority is meeting virtually to approve expenditures and minutes, and to consider a resolution supporting special legislation regarding excess Northern Stacks increment for housing programs. An update on housing programs will also be presented as an informational item.

• Approval of expenditures
• Approval of January 7, 2021 meeting minutes
• Resolution of support for special legislation on excess Northern Stacks increment for housing programs
• Update on housing programs

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission will review the 2021 Nominating Committee Report and discuss the format of future meetings. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding Chapter 12 revisions.

• 2021 Nominating Committee Report
• Chapter 12 Revisions

The Fridley Charter Commission made several decisions on revisions to Chapter 12 of the City Charter. The Commission selected option three for Section 12.04, keeping the language as is with suggested revisions to violation language, and option two for Section 12.06, which requires a public hearing for certain actions. Option two was also selected for Section 12.07. The Commission also accepted the 2021 Nominating Committee Report and directed staff to send a letter to Commissioner Johnston regarding his continued membership.

• Accepted 2021 Nominating Committee Report (voice vote, all aye)
• Selected option three for Section 12.04, keeping language as is with revisions to violation language (voice vote, all aye)
• Selected option two for Section 12.06, requiring a public hearing (voice vote, all aye)
• Selected option two for Section 12.07 (voice vote, all aye)
• Directed staff to send letter to Commissioner Johnston to determine if he wishes to continue as member (consensus)
• Left discussion on meeting format open for March meeting (consensus)
• Left Section 12.01 as presented without additional punctuation (consensus)

City Council

The Fridley City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions, including authorizing Municipal State Aid System (MSAS) funding for the 2021 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2021-02, approving gifts and donations, and approving a drainage easement agreement with Willows Bend Senior Living LLC. A public hearing will be held on the street rehabilitation project before the council votes on ordering final plans and calling for bids. The agenda also includes recognition of Officer Todd Des Jardin and an update from the Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce.

• Resolution No. 2021-04 authorizing MSAS funding for Street Rehabilitation Project ST2021-02
• Public hearing on 2021 Street Rehabilitation Project No. 2021-02
• Resolution No. 2021-03 ordering final plans and calling for bids for the street project
• Resolution No. 2021-06 approving drainage easement and utility agreement with Willows Bend Senior Living LLC
• Resolution No. 2021-05 approving gifts, donations, and sponsorships received Dec 22, 2020 – Jan 11, 2021

The Fridley City Council held a public hearing on the 2021 Street Rehabilitation Project No. 2021-02, which will reconstruct streets in the Rice Creek Terrace, Spring Valley, and Harris Lake neighborhoods. After hearing resident questions and concerns, the council unanimously approved Resolution No. 2021-03, ordering final plans, specifications, and calling for bids for the project. The estimated project cost is $1,320,000, funded through assessments, utility funds, and state aid.

• Approved Resolution No. 2021-03 ordering final plans and calling for bids for 2021 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST 2021-02 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes from December 21, 2020 and January 4, 2021 meetings (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-04 authorizing use of MSAS funding for street rehabilitation (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-05 approving gifts, donations, and sponsorships (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-06 approving drainage easement and utility agreement with Willows Bend Senior Living LLC (5-0)
• Approved claims (5-0)

Charter Commission

The Fridley Charter Commission is meeting to approve minutes, set its 2021 calendar, form a nominating committee, and make reappointments. They will also discuss revisions to Chapter 12 of the city charter. The meeting is hybrid, with in-person and virtual options.

• Approval of November 16, 2020 meeting minutes
• 2021 calendar and nominating committee
• 2021 reappointments
• Chapter 12 revisions

The Fridley Charter Commission approved several procedural items and directed the City Attorney to review and provide suggestions on any new chapters before the Commission considers revisions. They also voted to keep Section 12.03 as written and directed the City Attorney to draft options for revising Section 12.04. The Commission discussed revisions to Chapter 12, including property sale procedures and oath requirements, but took no final action on those items.

• Approved meeting agenda (voice vote, all aye)
• Approved November 16, 2020 minutes as amended (voice vote, all aye)
• Reappointed Commissioners Barb Reiland and Bruce Nelson (voice vote, all aye)
• Directed City Attorney to review and provide suggestions on new chapter revisions (voice vote, all aye)
• Kept Section 12.03 as written in Exhibit A (voice vote, all aye)
• Directed City Attorney to draft options for revising Section 12.04 (voice vote, all aye)

City Council

The Fridley City Council meets to administer oaths of office to newly elected Mayor Scott Lund, Councilmember-at-Large David Ostwald, and Deputy Director of Fire Operations Maddison Zikmund. The council will also consider a consent agenda, approve prior meeting minutes, confirm appointments, and review claims. A public hearing is scheduled to consider a street vacation request by Mark and Shannon Estlund in Ward 2.

• Oath of office for Mayor Scott Lund, Councilmember-at-Large David Ostwald, and Deputy Director of Fire Operations Maddison Zikmund
• Resolution No. 2021-01 confirming city council appointments and designations
• Claims 191412-191490
• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution No. 2021-02 for street vacation request SAV #20-02 by Mark and Shannon Estlund (Ward 2)
• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2020 meeting

The Fridley City Council approved Resolution 2021-02 to vacate a 33-foot unused portion of Stinson Blvd right-of-way adjacent to 1631 66 1/2 Avenue, allowing the property owners to build a garage. The approval includes a 12-foot trail easement to preserve access to the Rice Creek Regional Trail system. The public hearing was opened and closed, and the resolution passed unanimously (5-0).

• Approved Resolution 2021-02 vacating a portion of Stinson Blvd (5-0)
• Opened public hearing for street vacation SAV #20-02 (5-0)
• Closed public hearing for street vacation SAV #20-02 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and appointments (5-0)