Fridley public meetings in 2024

Council Conference Meeting

The Fridley City Council will convene for a conference meeting to receive updates on the Commons Park and PSIP budgets and review the November 2024 year-to-date financial figures.

• Review of Commons Park budget
• Review of PSIP budget
• Finance update for November 2024
• Meeting at Fridley City Hall, 7071 University Avenue N.E.
• Accessibility services available upon request

The council reviewed five chapters of proposed Title 7 (Licensing) of the City Code and requested further research on auto body repair regulations. They also received updates on Commons Park plans, the Park System Improvement Plan, and November 2024 year-to-date finances. No formal decisions were made.

• Reviewed five chapters of proposed Title 7 Licensing code
• Requested further research on auto body repair and related services

City Council

The Fridley City Council will consider several resolutions, including accepting a Community Development Block Grant for a public facility at 110 77th Way NE, reappropriating budget funds for FY 2024, and authorizing a grant application with the Metropolitan Council for sanitary inflow reduction. The council will also adopt an onboarding manual for commissions and amend the city code to add a cannabis business chapter and update fee provisions.

• Resolution 2024‑188 – Accept award of Community Development Block Grant for a public facility at 110 77th Way NE
• Resolution 2024‑185 – Approve budget reappropriation for certain funds for FY 2024
• Resolution 2024‑186 – Authorize funding application and grant agreement with the Metropolitan Council for private sanitary inflow/infiltration reduction in 2025
• Ordinance 1426 – Amend city code to add Chapter 312 (Cannabis Business) and update Chapter 209 (Fees) (Second Reading)
• Resolution 2024‑184 – Adopt the Commission Onboarding Manual

The Fridley City Council approved a resolution accepting up to $350,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds for a public facility at 110 77th Way NE, which will house the Rum River Art Center. The council also approved a budget reappropriation resolution, a grant application for sanitary inflow/infiltration reduction, and adopted the consent agenda. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 2024-188 accepting $350K CDBG grant for art center at 110 77th Way NE (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-185 for budget reappropriation for FY 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-186 authorizing Metropolitan Council grant application for inflow/infiltration reduction (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including minutes and resolutions (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Fridley Planning Commission will approve the minutes from its October 16, 2024 meeting. It will then hold a public hearing to consider a lot split (LS #24-02) that would adjust the property line by six feet between 5210 and 5216 Pierce Street N.E. No other agenda items are listed.

• Approval of the October 16, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Public hearing on lot split LS #24-02 to adjust property line 6 ft between 5210 and 5216 Pierce Street N.E.

The Fridley Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a lot split (LS #24-02) to adjust the property line by six feet from 5210 Pierce Street to 5216 Pierce Street N.E., with stipulations. The public hearing included support from the adjacent property owner and one concern about potential lost views. The recommendation will go to the City Council for final action.

• Approved October 16, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing for lot split LS #24-02 (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for lot split LS #24-02 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of lot split LS #24-02 with stipulations (unanimous)

Public Arts Commission

The Fridley Public Arts Commission will consider approving the November 6, 2024 meeting minutes. It will then discuss the locations identified as public‑art priorities and review recommended goals for the public‑art program.

• Approve November 6, 2024 Public Arts Commission minutes
• Public Art Priority Locations as defined by the commission
• Public Art Recommended Goals discussion

The Public Arts Commission unanimously approved the top three priority locations for public art: Commons Park, Mississippi Street Underpass, and Civic Campus. They also approved a formal definition of public art and three new goals for the commission. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including approval of prior minutes with corrections.

• Approved top three public art locations: Commons Park, Mississippi Street Underpass, Civic Campus (unanimous)
• Approved definition of public art (unanimous)
• Approved three new goals for the commission (unanimous)
• Approved November meeting minutes with corrections

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission will meet to review language for a renewable energy ordinance. The body will also receive updates on the Energy Action Plan, grants, and outreach events.

• Renewable Energy Ordinance language
• Energy Action Plan updates
• Grant updates
• Outreach and events updates
• Partnership update between Growing Green Hearts and Fridley Public Schools

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission approved proposed renewable energy ordinance language, adding requirements for a drainage plan and tree replacement plan. The commission also heard updates on grant applications, the Environmental Fun Fair, and other city environmental initiatives.

• Approved renewable energy ordinance language with drainage plan and tree replacement plan additions (unanimous)
• Approved November 12, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The Fridley City Council will discuss a proposed revision to the Commission Onboarding Manual. The item is presented for consideration and possible adoption. Accessibility information is provided for participants who need interpretation or translation assistance.

• Review and consider adoption of the revised Commission Onboarding Manual

The City Council discussed the revised Commission Onboarding Manual, presented by City Management Intern Danielle Herrick, which incorporated comments from the previous meeting. The Council expressed satisfaction with the proposal, but no formal vote or decision was recorded.

• Reviewed revised Commission Onboarding Manual; Council satisfied with proposal

City Council

The City Council will consider the fiscal year 2025 budget and the 2025-2029 Capital Investment Program. The body will also hold a public hearing on street rehabilitation and a first reading of an ordinance regarding cannabis businesses and fees.

• Resolution No. 2024-175: Fiscal Year 2025 Budget and 2025-2029 Capital Investment Program
• Ordinance No. 1426: Adding Chapter 312 (Cannabis Business) and amending Chapter 209 (Fees)
• Public Hearing: 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2025-01
• Resolution No. 2024-174: Final Tax Levy Requirements for 2025
• Resolution No. 2024-178: 2025 Neighborhood Parks Improvements Project No. 25-70912

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved the 2025 final tax levy, the 2025 budget and 2025-2029 Capital Investment Program, and ordered final plans and bids for the 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project. They also awarded contracts for trail and neighborhood parks improvements, approved a temporary gambling permit, and advanced a first reading of a cannabis business ordinance. All votes were unanimous.

• Certified 2025 final tax levy to Anoka County (unanimous)
• Approved FY2025 budget and 2025-2029 Capital Investment Program (unanimous)
• Awarded 2025 Trail Improvements Project No. 2025-21 (unanimous)
• Ordered final plans and called for bids for 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project ST2025-01 (unanimous)
• Awarded 2025 Neighborhood Parks Improvements Project No. 25-70912 (unanimous)
• Approved temporary lawful gambling permit for Capable Partners (unanimous)
• Approved claims for period ending December 4, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of cannabis business ordinance (unanimous)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Fridley City Council and Housing & Redevelopment Authority will meet to review potential development partners for the Old Central & Mississippi Street project. The meeting is scheduled for December 5, 2024, at Fridley City Hall.

• Review of potential development partners for Old Central & Mississippi Street
• Joint meeting of City Council and Housing & Redevelopment Authority
• Meeting at Fridley City Hall, 7071 University Avenue N.E.

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will meet to discuss the proposed 2025 budget. The body will also designate an official newspaper and depositories for the coming year.

• Proposed 2025 Budget
• Designation of an Official Newspaper for 2025
• Resolution No. 2024-06 designating official depositories for 2025
• Approval of expenditures
• Update on housing programs

The Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved its 2025 budget, designated the Minnesota Star Tribune as its official newspaper for 2025, and designated official depositories for its funds. All votes were unanimous. The board also approved the November 7, 2024 meeting minutes and received an update on housing programs.

• Approved November 7, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-05 designating Minnesota Star Tribune as official newspaper for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-06 designating official depositories for 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 HRA budget as proposed (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will discuss the Fridley Public Art Initiative and the 2025 draft workplan. The meeting includes a design review for Sylvan Hills Park and reports from city divisions.

• Sylvan Hills Park Design Review
• Fridley Public Art Initiative
• Draft 2025 Workplan
• Springbrook Nature Center Report
• Park Maintenance and Construction Report

The Fridley Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously endorsed the updated schematic design for Sylvan Hills Park, which includes water treatment improvements funded by a grant from the WMO and is scheduled for bidding next month. The commission also discussed the Fridley Public Art Initiative, including a $100,000 anonymous donation and the first commissioned piece at Moore Lake Park, but took no formal action. The 2025 workplan was reviewed with input, and the meeting agenda and minutes were approved.

• Endorsed updated schematic design for Sylvan Hills Park (unanimous)
• Approved December 2, 2024 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 4, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The Fridley City Council will consider the Commission Onboarding Manual and receive an update on cannabis-related matters. No specific decisions are indicated; the items appear to be informational and preparatory.

• Commission Onboarding Manual
• Cannabis Update

The Fridley City Council discussed a draft Commission Onboarding Manual and a draft ordinance for cannabis regulation. No formal votes were taken; the Council provided direction for further revisions on both items.

• Reviewed draft Commission Onboarding Manual and provided direction for revisions
• Reviewed draft cannabis regulation ordinance and will consider further revisions

City Council

The City Council will hold a Truth-in-Taxation public hearing regarding the proposed 2025 budget and property tax levy. The body will also consider the razing of a hazardous building and several city resolutions.

• Truth-in-Taxation Public Hearing for Proposed 2025 Budget and Property Tax Levy
• Resolution No. 2024-168: Declaring property at 5809 Arthur Street NE hazardous and ordering razing
• Ordinance 1427: Conveying Outlots A, B & C, Locke Ponte, to Pulte Homes of Minnesota LLC
• Resolution No. 2024-173: Revised employment agreement for City Manager Walter T. Wysopal
• Resolution No. 2024-169: Awarding Apex Lift Station Improvements Project No. 24-519

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved Resolution No. 2024-168, declaring the property at 5809 Arthur Street NE hazardous and ordering the razing of the building. The council also approved the abatement order, giving the owner 30 days to complete work or face demolition. The meeting included a truth-in-taxation hearing on the proposed 2025 budget and property tax levy, but no formal action was taken on the budget at this meeting.

• Adopted consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-169 awarding Apex Lift Station Improvements Project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-170 accepting gifts, donations, and sponsorships (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-172 extending final plat approval for PS #23-02 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-173 revising City Manager employment agreement (unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance 1427 conveying Locke Ponte outlots to Pulte Homes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-171 approving claims for period ending Nov 20, 2024 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-168 declaring 5809 Arthur St NE hazardous and ordering razing (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Fridley Planning Commission will hold a joint meeting with City Council to finalize the zoning code recodification. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, roll call, approval of minutes, a public hearing, and other business. The primary decision point is the wrap‑up of the zoning code recodification.

• Zoning Code Recodification – Wrap Up
• Public Hearing
• Approval of Meeting Minutes
• Other Business
• Call to Order and Roll Call

Council Conference Meeting

The Fridley City Council will meet on November 12, 2024 at City Hall. Council members will discuss increasing paid holidays for non‑union employees, the city manager’s employment agreement, the 2025 budget and the 2025‑2029 Capital Investment Program, a finance update for October 2024, and a feasibility report on the 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project and related special assessments.

• Discussion on increasing the number of city paid holidays for non‑union employees
• Discussion of City Manager employment agreement
• 2025 budget and 2025‑2029 Capital Investment Program discussion
• Finance update – October 2024 year‑to‑date
• 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project feasibility report and special assessments

The Fridley City Council held a conference meeting to discuss several items but took no formal votes. Discussions included adding one paid holiday for non-union employees in 2025, a proposed 3% retroactive salary adjustment for the City Manager in a new three-year agreement, the 2025 budget and 2025-2029 Capital Investment Program, October year-to-date financials, and a policy change for special assessments on the 2025 Street Rehabilitation project due to concrete instead of asphalt. No decisions were made; all items were for discussion only.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at this conference meeting
• Discussed adding one paid holiday for non-union employees effective 2025
• Discussed City Manager employment agreement with 3% adjustment retroactive to 1/1/2024
• Discussed 2025 Budget and 2025-2029 CIP updates
• Discussed October 2024 year-to-date financials
• Discussed special assessment policy change for 2025 Street Rehabilitation project

City Council

The Board of Canvass is meeting to review and certify the election results. The body will consider a resolution to finalize the statement of canvass for the 2024 General Election.

• Canvassing Board Resolution No. 2024-01 regarding the 2024 General Election

The Fridley City Council, acting as the Board of Canvass, approved Resolution No. 2024-01, certifying the Statement of Canvass for the 2024 General Election. The certification was based on results presented by City Clerk Melissa Moore. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution No. 2024-01, certifying the 2024 General Election results

City Council

The Fridley City Council will approve routine items on the consent agenda, including minutes from October 28, 2024 and several grant resolutions. Council members will consider a SCORE grant with Anoka County for residential recycling, a speed study on 85th Avenue, and a variance petition by Jason Zemke. A public hearing will be held for the first reading of Ordinance No. 1427 that conveys Outlots A, B & C, Locke Ponte, to Pulte Homes of Minnesota LLC. Additional resolutions will set 2025 utility abatement rates and review a street‑rehabilitation feasibility report.

• Approve minutes from the City Council meeting of October 28, 2024
• Resolution No. 2024-159: Approve SCORE grant agreement with Anoka County for the Residential Recycling Program
• Resolution No. 2024-162: Request speed analysis on 85th Avenue (County Road 132) from East River Road to Springbrook Drive
• Public Hearing and First Reading of Ordinance No. 1427 conveying Outlots A, B & C, Locke Ponte, to Pulte Homes of Minnesota LLC
• Resolution No. 2024-161: Approve water, sanitary sewer, storm water and solid waste abatement charges and rates for 2025

The Fridley City Council approved a variance allowing a 9x20-foot addition within the side yard setback at 257 69th Avenue, despite staff recommending denial. The council also approved 2025 utility rates, a street rehabilitation feasibility report, and several grants and agreements. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved variance VAR #24-01 for 257 69th Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 water, sewer, storm water, and solid waste rates (unanimous)
• Adopted feasibility report for 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project ST2025-01 (unanimous)
• Approved SCORE grant agreement with Anoka County for recycling program (unanimous)
• Designated 2025 City Council meeting dates (unanimous)
• Requested Anoka County speed study on 85th Avenue (unanimous)
• Accepted 2025 Peace Officer Education and Training Grant (unanimous)
• Approved claims for period ending November 6, 2024 (unanimous)

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission will first approve the agenda and the minutes from its October 8, 2024 meeting. New business includes an update on solar installations on city‑owned buildings and a Community Resilience Grant application. Old business covers updates to the Energy Action Plan, other grant updates, and outreach and events updates. The meeting will conclude with informal status reports before adjourning.

• Approve minutes from the Environmental Quality and Energy Commission meeting of October 8, 2024
• Solar on city‑owned buildings update
• Community Resilience Grant application
• Energy Action Plan updates
• Grant updates

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission voted unanimously to recommend accepting a $72,000 Solar on Public Buildings grant from the Minnesota Department of Commerce for a solar array at the Moore Lake Park Community Building, and to submit applications for $72,000 grants for solar arrays at the Public Works and Commons Park buildings. The commission also discussed updates on the Energy Action Plan, including increased program participation, and noted the city will adopt a two-foot freeboard above the regulatory floodplain elevation as recommended by the commission.

• Recommended accepting $72,000 Solar on Public Buildings grant for Moore Lake Park Community Building (unanimous)
• Approved submitting $72,000 grant applications for solar arrays at Public Works and Commons Park buildings (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 8, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Fridley Housing & Redevelopment Authority will vote on its 2025 budget. It will also approve current expenditures and adopt the minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting. An informational update on housing programs will be presented.

• Approval of Expenditures
• Approval of the Minutes from the HRA Meeting of October 3, 2024
• Proposed 2025 HRA Budget
• Update on Housing Programs

The Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved expenditures and the October 3, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. The proposed 2025 HRA budget was discussed but no action was taken; it will be considered at the December meeting. Staff provided updates on housing programs, including the Old Central/Mississippi property development RFP review.

• Approved expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved October 3, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed proposed 2025 HRA budget; no action taken, deferred to December

Public Arts Commission

The Fridley Public Arts Commission will approve the minutes from its October 2, 2024 meeting. Commissioners will discuss and define what constitutes public art for the city. They will also set goals for a public‑art plan that will be presented to the City Council.

• Approval of minutes for the October 2, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of public art definitions the commission wishes to include
• Goal setting for the commission’s public‑art plan to present to Council

The Public Arts Commission approved meeting minutes and discussed definitions and goals for a public art policy document. They adopted a definition of public art and a list of goals, with three members tasked to refine the wording before the December meeting. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved meeting minutes as submitted
• Adopted definition of public art for policy document
• Adopted list of goals for public art policy
• Assigned Frank Sedzielarz, Josh Collins, Ryan Fugleberg to refine definition and goals via email

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Fridley Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss an update on the Commons Park Recreation Building project and review the rental policy for the Moore Lake Community Building. The meeting also includes staff reports on Springbrook Nature Center, the Parks and Recreation Division, and park maintenance and construction.

• Commons Park Recreation Building Project Update
• Moore Lake Community Building Rental Policy Review
• Springbrook Nature Center Report
• Fridley Parks and Recreation Division Report
• Park Maintenance and Construction Report

The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously endorsed the schematic design for the new Commons Park Recreation Building, with construction expected to begin after July 4, 2025. Commissioners also reached a consensus to maintain nonprofit rental fees at the resident rate and discussed updates to the Moore Lake Community Building rental policy.

• Approved November 4, 2024 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 7, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Endorsed Commons Park Recreation Building schematic design (unanimous)
• Recommended maintaining nonprofit rental fees at the resident rate (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The council will review the draft 2025 city calendar. It will receive an update on the MnDOT Trunk Highway 47/University Avenue improvement project. A status update on the Commons Park Plan will be presented. The council will discuss the 2025 budget, focusing on utility budgets and rates.

• Draft 2025 City Calendar
• MnDOT Trunk Highway 47/University Avenue Improvements Update
• Commons Park Plan Update
• 2025 Budget Discussion – Utility Budgets/Rates

The Fridley City Council held a conference meeting with no formal votes. MnDOT presented a corridor study for Highway 47/University Avenue, indicating roundabouts are the most efficient design option, with construction not starting before 2030 and funding dependent on grants. Staff also provided updates on Commons Park design, the 2025 utility budget related to the Locke Park Water Treatment Plant, and a draft 2025 city calendar for future approval.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at conference meeting
• Heard MnDOT update on Highway 47/University Avenue corridor study
• Heard Commons Park design update
• Heard 2025 utility budget update regarding Locke Park Water Treatment Plant
• Reviewed draft 2025 city calendar for potential approval on November 12

City Council

The City Council will consider a second reading for a rezoning request at 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. and decide on a lighting project for Trunk Highway 47. The body will also review a hemp THC product shop license and a commission appointment.

• Ordinance No. 1425: Rezoning 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. from R-1 Single-Family to R-3 Multi-Family
• Resolution No. 2024-151: Awarding Trunk Highway 47 (University Avenue) Lighting Project
• Resolution No. 2024-155: Approving Hemp THC Product Shop License
• Resolution No. 2024-156: Appointment to the Fridley Parks and Recreation Commission
• Resolution No. 2024-152: Approving claims for the period ending October 23, 2024

The Fridley City Council postponed a decision on a hemp THC products shop license for Uniflora Holistics at 7331 Baker Street to a future meeting, with a 3-2 vote, after concerns about its proximity to schools. The council also approved the second reading of a rezoning for 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. from R-1 to R-3, restricted to a duplex, and awarded a contract for the Trunk Highway 47 (University Avenue) lighting project. All other agenda items, including consent agenda, claims, and a parks commission appointment, were approved unanimously.

• Postponed hemp THC shop license for Uniflora Holistics to next meeting (3-2)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1425, rezoning 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. to R-3 with duplex restriction (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-151, awarding Trunk Highway 47 lighting project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-157, accepting gifts and donations (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-152, approving claims (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-156, appointing Melissa Luna to Parks and Recreation Commission (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Fridley Planning Commission will first approve the minutes from its September 18, 2024 meeting. It will then hold a public hearing on Variance VAR 24-01, requested by Jason Zemke, to reduce the required side yard setback from 10 feet to 6.7 feet for an addition to a nonconforming home at 257 69th Avenue NE. No other items are listed.

• Approval of the September 18, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Public hearing on Variance VAR 24-01 to reduce side yard setback from 10 ft to 6.7 ft at 257 69th Avenue NE

The Fridley Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a variance (VAR 24-01) to reduce the required side yard setback from 10 feet to 6.7 feet for an addition to a nonconforming home at 257 69th Avenue N.E. The recommendation will be reviewed by the City Council on November 12, 2024. The commission also approved the September 18, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved September 18, 2024 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of variance VAR 24-01 to reduce side yard setback from 10 ft to 6.7 ft for addition at 257 69th Avenue N.E. (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a public hearing. The body will consider Resolution No. 2024-136 regarding assessments for 2024 nuisance abatements and rental reinspection fees.

• Public hearing and Resolution No. 2024-136: 2024 Nuisance Abatements and 2024 Rental Reinspection Fees

City Council

The Fridley City Council will vote on a series of resolutions covering infrastructure projects, utility assessments, and licensing. Items include a lighting project on Trunk Highway 47, an overpass project on 57th Avenue, and a rezoning of 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. from single‑family to multi‑family. The council will also adopt a statutory tort‑limits ordinance and approve utility and driveway repair assessments for 2024.

• Resolution No. 2024‑146 – Approving Cooperative Agreement with MnDOT for Trunk Highway 47 (University Avenue) Lighting Project
• Resolution No. 2024‑147 – Authorizing execution of grant agreement with MnDOT for 57th Avenue Overpass Project
• Ordinance No. 1425 – Public hearing to rezone 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. from R‑1 Single Family to R‑3 Multi‑Family
• Resolution No. 2024‑135 – Adopting the assessment for the 2024 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST‑2024‑01
• Resolution No. 2024‑144 – Accepting and confirming statutory tort limits

The Fridley City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1425, rezoning 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. from R-1 to R-3, conditional on a restrictive covenant limiting development to a single-family home or duplex. The council also approved a related Comprehensive Plan amendment to change the future land use to multi-family residential, subject to the same covenant. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1425, rezoning 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. from R-1 to R-3, conditional on a restrictive covenant (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-143, Comprehensive Plan amendment for 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. to MFR, conditional on restrictive covenant (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-135, assessment for 2024 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST-2024-01 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-145, Change Order No. 1 for 2024 Neighborhood Parks Improvement Project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-140, temporary liquor license for Springbrook Nature Center Foundation (unanimous, Tillberry abstained)
• Adopted consent agenda including grant agreements, assessments, and licenses (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The Fridley City Council will hold a conference meeting to interview candidates for the Parks and Recreation Commission. The meeting will take place at Fridley City Hall.

• Interviews for Parks and Recreation Commission candidates
• City Hall, 7071 University Avenue N.E.
• [email protected] for accommodations

The Fridley City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1425 to rezone 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. from R-1 to R-3, conditional on a restrictive covenant limiting development to a single-family home or duplex. The council also approved a related Comprehensive Plan amendment with the same condition. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved first reading of rezoning 6677 Lucia Lane R-1 to R-3, conditional on duplex-only covenant (unanimous)
• Approved Comprehensive Plan amendment for 6677 Lucia Lane to multi-family, conditional on same covenant (unanimous)
• Adopted 2024 Street Rehabilitation Project assessment (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including grant agreements, utility assessments, and licenses (unanimous)
• Approved change order for 2024 Neighborhood Parks Improvement Project (unanimous)
• Approved temporary liquor license for Springbrook Nature Center Foundation (unanimous, Tillberry abstained)

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission will discuss updates to the Floodplain, Critical Area, and Shoreland ordinances. It will also receive updates on the Energy Action Plan, grant status, and outreach activities. Routine items include approval of the agenda, meeting minutes, and informal status reports.

• Floodplain Ordinance Update
• Critical Area Ordinance Update
• Shoreland Ordinance Update
• Energy Action Plan Updates
• Grant Updates

The Fridley Environmental Quality and Energy Commission approved proposed updates to the city's floodplain, critical area, and shoreland ordinances. The floodplain ordinance was approved with an added recommendation for staff to review the feasibility of changing the Regulatory Floodplain Elevation to base flood elevation plus two feet instead of one. The commission also received updates on energy action plans, grants, and outreach events.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 10, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved proposed floodplain ordinance with additional staff review on feasibility of changing Regulatory Floodplain Elevation to base flood elevation plus two feet (unanimous)
• Approved proposed Critical Area ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved proposed Shoreland Ordinance Update (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:17 p.m. (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Fridley Parks and Recreation Commission met on October 7, 2024 at the Fridley Civic Campus. The meeting included a review of the Commons Park site plan, discussion of a Springbrook Nature Center Pumpkin Night event, a fee waiver request from a non‑profit, and a report on the city scholarship program. Staff reports on Springbrook Nature Center, the Parks and Recreation Division, and park maintenance were also presented.

• Springbrook Nature Center Pumpkin Night In the Park – discussion of the event
• Commons Park Site Plan Review – review of the proposed site plan
• Non-Profit Fee Waiver Request – consideration of a fee waiver
• Scholarship Program Report – presentation of program details
• Springbrook Nature Center Report – staff update

The Parks and Recreation Commission met on October 7, 2024, and discussed several agenda items, including the Springbrook Nature Center Pumpkin Night In the Park, a site plan review for Commons Park, a non-profit fee waiver request, and a scholarship program report. The minutes do not record any formal votes or final decisions on these items; they were presented for discussion and staff reports were given.

• Discussed Springbrook Nature Center Pumpkin Night In the Park
• Reviewed Commons Park site plan
• Discussed non-profit fee waiver request
• Heard scholarship program report
• Received staff reports on Springbrook Nature Center, Parks and Recreation Division, and Park Maintenance and Construction

Charter Commission

The Fridley Charter Commission will consider approval of the September 10, 2024 meeting minutes, adopt the 2025 meeting schedule, adopt the 2024 annual report, and accept the resignation of Kelli Brillhart. The commission will also review Chapter 5 and discuss future meeting topics.

• Approval of September 10, 2024 Charter Commission meeting minutes
• Adoption of 2025 Charter Commission meeting dates
• Adoption of the 2024 Charter Commission annual report
• Acceptance of the resignation of Kelli Brillhart
• Review of Chapter 5

The Fridley Charter Commission approved its 2025 meeting schedule, the annual report (with Commissioner Linton's name added), and accepted Commissioner Brillhart's resignation. It also approved sections 5.03 and 5.04 of Chapter 5, but tabled further discussion on section 5.05 pending staff research. The meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved 2025 meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved annual report with Commissioner Linton's name added (unanimous)
• Accepted Commissioner Brillhart's resignation (unanimous)
• Approved Chapter 5 section 5.03 (unanimous)
• Approved Chapter 5 section 5.04 (unanimous)
• Tabled Chapter 5 section 5.05 discussion pending research (one nay)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will vote on several routine items, including approving expenditures and the minutes from the September 5 meeting. It will also consider a collateral assignment of Tax Increment Financing to Sherman Associates. Informational updates on 2024 grant programs and housing programs will be presented.

• Approval of Expenditures
• Approval of the Minutes from the HRA Meeting of September 5, 2024
• Collateral Assignment of TIF – Sherman Associates
• Update on 2024 Grant Programs
• Update on Housing Programs

The Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved the collateral assignment of tax increment financing (TIF) requested by Sherman Associates for refinancing, along with routine approval of expenditures and the September 5, 2024 meeting minutes. The board also received informational updates on 2024 grant programs and housing programs, including the Front Door Grant program.

• Approved expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved September 5, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved collateral assignment of TIF for Sherman Associates (unanimous)

Public Arts Commission

The commission will first approve the minutes from its September 4 meeting. It will then hear a presentation by guest Syed Halil on a public‑art proposal for Commons Park. The meeting also includes a brief tutorial on using Microsoft Teams. No other actions are listed.

• Approval of September 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Guest Syed Halil to discuss public art proposal for Commons Park
• TEAMs introduction and tutorial

The Commission heard a request from community members to create a memorial for Nathan Shefraw at Commons Park but took no formal action, deferring a decision until a policy on memorials and public art is developed. A subcommittee was formed to discuss next steps and set future agendas. No substantive decisions were made at this meeting.

• Formed subcommittee (Fugleberg, M. Sedzielarz, Collins) to discuss next steps and set agenda
• Deferred decision on Commons Park memorial request pending policy discussion
• Discussed potential memorial policy, including prohibition on logos

Council Conference Meeting

The Fridley City Council will receive an update on the city's recodification effort. Council members will discuss the labor agreement for police sergeants and patrol officers. An update will also be provided by the Employee Resources Department.

• Recodification Update
• Police Sergeants and Patrol Officers Labor Agreement Discussion
• Update from the Employee Resources Department

The Council reviewed progress on the recodification of Zoning and Licensing Chapters of the City Code. Members also discussed a tentative labor agreement settlement for police sergeants and patrol officers and received a hiring update.

City Council

The Fridley City Council will consider several resolutions, including the proposed property tax levy for 2024 collectible in 2025 and the 2025 General Fund Budget. Additional items address public‑safety agreements with police sergeants and patrol officers, a request for Community Development Block Grant funds for accessibility improvements at 110 77th Way, and the fire department’s participation in the statewide volunteer fire plan. Routine matters such as meeting minutes and licensing approvals are also on the agenda.

• Resolution 2024-120 – Approve the proposed property tax levy for 2024, collectible in 2025
• Resolution 2024-121 – Approve the proposed 2025 General Fund Budget for the City of Fridley
• Resolution 2024-128 – Request Community Development Block Grant funds for accessibility and building enhancements at 110 77th Way
• Resolution 2024-124 – Approve the Fridley Firefighters Relief Association joining the PERA Statewide Volunteer Fire Plan
• Resolutions 2024-129 to 2024-132 – Approve agreements with Police Sergeants (Local #310) and Patrol Officers (Local #119) for 2025‑2026

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved the proposed 2024 property tax levy (collectible in 2025) and the 2025 general fund budget. The council also approved resolutions for street rehabilitation assessments, nuisance abatement and rental reinspection fees, and agreements with police unions. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 2024-120, proposed property tax levy for 2024 (collectible 2025) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-121, proposed 2025 general fund budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-118, street rehabilitation project assessments (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-119, nuisance abatement and rental reinspection fees (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-122, consent to HRA property tax levy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-123, special meeting to canvass election results (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-124, Firefighters Relief Association joining PERA SVF (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-129/130, police sergeant and patrol officer agreements (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss the recodification of the zoning code. The discussion focuses on accessory structures, fences, zoning permits, and proposed zoning district changes.

• Zoning Code Recodification regarding accessory structures, fences, and zoning permits
• Proposed Zoning District Changes

Planning Commission

The Fridley Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider a Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPA #24-01) that would change the future land use of 6677 Lucia Lane NE from single‑family to multi‑family residential. The commission will also consider a zoning ordinance amendment (ZOA #24-01) to rezone the same property from R‑1 Single‑Family to R‑3 Multi‑Family. The agenda includes approval of the August 21, 2024 meeting minutes before adjournment.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA #24-01 for 6677 Lucia Lane NE
• Public hearing on Rezoning ZOA #24-01 changing 6677 Lucia Lane NE from R‑1 to R‑3
• Approval of August 21, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of a Comprehensive Plan amendment and a rezoning request for 6677 Lucia Lane N.E. The applicant intends to construct a duplex on the property, which is currently zoned for single-family residential use. The recommendations will now move to the City Council for final consideration.

• Approved August 21, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA #24-01 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning request ZOA #24-01 (unanimous)

Charter Commission

The Fridley Charter Commission will approve the minutes from its May 20, 2024 meeting. It will update its member list and set dates for its 2025 meetings. The commission will review Chapter 5 and receive an update on the 2024 legislative session. It will also consider topics for future meetings.

• Approval of May 20, 2024 Charter Commission Meeting Minutes
• Updated Member List
• 2025 Charter Commission Meeting Dates
• Chapters 5 Review
• 2024 Legislative Session Law Update

The Fridley Charter Commission approved raising the required dollar amount for petition monetary rewards from $200 to $1,000 in Section 5.03.2, and tabled the rest of Chapter 5 for further review. The commission also selected 2025 meeting dates and reviewed a legislative update, with no charter amendments required.

• Approved raising petition reward threshold from $200 to $1,000 (unanimous)
• Tabled rest of Chapter 5 review to next meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 20, 2024 meeting minutes with attendance correction (unanimous)
• Selected 2025 meeting dates including Jan 13, Feb 3, Mar 3, Apr 7, May 5, Sep 2, Oct 6, Nov 8

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission will meet to elect a Vice Chair and discuss updates to the floodplain ordinance. The body will also review updates regarding the Energy Action Plan, grants, and outreach events.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Floodplain Ordinance Update
• Energy Action Plan Updates
• Grant Updates
• Outreach and Events Updates

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission approved the agenda and August minutes with a typo fix, elected Amy Dritz as Vice Chair through December 31, 2024, and rescheduled the November 11, 2025 meeting to November 12, 2025. They also discussed a floodplain ordinance update, solar panels for the Moore Lake building, ReLeaf Grant applications, and upcoming outreach events. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond these administrative actions.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 13, 2024 minutes with typo correction (unanimous)
• Elected Amy Dritz as Vice Chair through Dec 31, 2024 (unanimous)
• Rescheduled Nov 11, 2025 meeting to Nov 12, 2025 (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The Fridley City Council will receive an update on the Commons Park plan. They will consider a building addition to the Locke Park water‑treatment plant. The council will discuss the 2025 city budget and any associated levy measures.

• Commons Park Plan Update
• Locke Park Water Treatment Plant Building Addition
• 2025 Budget/Levy Discussion

The Fridley City Council held a conference meeting with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed the proposed 2025 budget and levy, with Finance Director Joe Starks answering questions on labor costs. Updates were given on the Locke Park Water Treatment Plant building addition and the Commons Park plan, with council members requesting follow-up on security, well depth, architectural impact, and design details.

• No formal decisions or votes taken at this conference meeting

City Council

The Fridley City Council will consider several actions, including awarding the University Avenue Service Road Traffic Changes Project and authorizing a grant agreement with MnDOT for that project. The Council will also approve a lot split at 7800 Pearson Way NE, adopt claims for the period ending September 4, 2024, and adopt two proclamations recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Constitution Week. All items will be discussed and voted on during the September 9, 2024 meeting.

• Resolution 2024-110 – Awarding University Avenue Service Road Traffic Changes Project
• Resolution 2024-111 – Authorizing execution of grant agreement with MnDOT for the same project
• Resolution 2024-115 – Approving lot split to create two single‑family lots at 7800 Pearson Way NE (Ward 3)
• Resolution 2024-117 – Approving claims for the period ending September 4, 2024
• Proclamations for Domestic Violence Awareness Month (October 2024) and Constitution Week (September 17‑23, 2024)

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved a $1,366,904.70 contract with Douglas-Kerr Underground, LLC for the University Avenue Service Road traffic changes project, and authorized a grant agreement with MnDOT for the same project. The council also approved a lot split at 7800 Pearson Way N.E., approved claims, and authorized applying for CDBG funds for Oak Hill and Jubilee park improvements. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 2024-110 awarding University Avenue Service Road traffic changes project to Douglas-Kerr Underground, LLC for $1,366,904.70 (unanimous)
• Authorized Resolution 2024-111 executing grant agreement with MnDOT for University Avenue project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-115 lot split at 7800 Pearson Way N.E. to create two single-family lots (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-116 requesting CDBG funds for Oak Hill and Jubilee park improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-117 claims for period ending September 4, 2024 (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda and regular agenda (unanimous)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority Conference Meeting

The Fridley Housing & Redevelopment Authority will hold a conference meeting on September 5, 2024 at City Hall. The agenda includes standard procedural items and a review of the Authority's Financial Management Plan. No specific actions or decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Review of HRA Financial Management Plan
• Call to Order
• Roll Call
• Action Items
• Informational Items

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Fridley Housing & Redevelopment Authority regular meeting will consider several action items, including approval of expenditures, minutes, a tax levy for 2025, and a request for qualifications for a developer for the Central & Mississippi project. The board will also vote on a resolution supporting a Reconnecting Communities grant application and a collateral assignment of TIF with Sherman Associates. An informational update on housing programs will be presented.

• Approval of HRA Tax Levy for Taxes Payable in 2025
• Authorization to Issue Request for Qualifications – Seeking Developer for Central & Mississippi
• Approval of Resolution 2024-04 – Supporting Reconnecting Communities Grant Application
• Collateral Assignment of TIF – Sherman Associates
• Approval of Expenditures

The Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority unanimously approved a 2025 tax levy of $810,030, a $57,000 increase from 2024. It also authorized issuing a request for qualifications to select a developer for the Central and Mississippi site, and approved a resolution supporting the city's $22.3 million Reconnecting Communities grant application. The collateral assignment of TIF for Sherman Associates was withdrawn by the applicant. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved June 6, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved HRA Resolution 2024-03 adopting 2024 tax levy collectible in 2025, $810,030 (unanimous)
• Authorized issuance of Request for Qualifications for Central & Mississippi developer (unanimous)
• Approved HRA Resolution 2024-04 supporting Reconnecting Communities grant application (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 HRA meeting dates (unanimous)
• Withdrew collateral assignment of TIF for Sherman Associates (no action)

Public Arts Commission

The Fridley Public Arts Commission will approve the August 7, 2024 meeting minutes. It will hear from members of the Fridley Creative Arts Foundation Board and from Sue Gens about state funding for public art. The commission will also receive a Teams introduction and tutorial.

• Approve August 7, 2024 Public Arts Commission minutes
• Guests: members of the Fridley Creative Arts Foundation Board
• Guest Sue Gens to discuss state funding for public art
• TEAMs introduction and tutorial

The Public Arts Commission approved the meeting minutes as submitted and heard a presentation from Sue Gens, Director of the Minnesota State Arts Board, about the board's history, grant programs, and the state's Percent for Art program. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved meeting minutes as submitted

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Fridley Parks and Recreation Commission will receive community engagement summaries for Jubilee Park and Oak Hill Park. The meeting also includes staff reports on the Springbrook Nature Center, the Parks and Recreation Division, and park maintenance and construction. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Jubilee Park community engagement summary
• Oak Hill Park community engagement summary
• Springbrook Nature Center report
• Fridley Parks and Recreation Division report
• Park maintenance and construction report

The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously recommended option 2 for playground equipment at Jubilee Park and Oak Hill Park, which features more modern equipment and age-specific designs (Oak Hill for ages 2-7, Jubilee for ages 5-12). The recommendation will be forwarded for consideration. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and minutes, and heard reports on the Springbrook Nature Center and park maintenance.

• Approved September 3, 2024 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 5, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended option 2 for Jubilee Park and Oak Hill Park playground equipment (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The Fridley City Council will hold a discussion on the proposed 2025 budget and associated levy. No specific decisions or approvals are listed for this agenda item. The meeting includes accessibility notices for interpretation and translation services.

• 2025 Proposed Budget/Levy Discussion

The City Council discussed the proposed 2025 budget and preliminary levy, presented by Finance Director Joe Starks. No major concerns were raised, and no formal action was taken during this conference meeting.

• Discussed 2025 proposed budget and preliminary levy (no vote taken)

City Council

The Fridley City Council will approve the minutes from the August 12 meeting and adopt routine consent agenda items. Council members will take a second reading of Ordinance No. 1424, which creates a study and moratorium on new cannabis businesses in the city. They will also vote on resolutions authorizing construction‑management services for the Commons Park Hub project, approving recent gifts and donations, adopting a public‑arts sculpture recommendation for Moore Lake Park, and approving claims for the period ending August 21, 2024.

• Ordinance No. 1424 – second reading to study and impose a moratorium on cannabis businesses
• Resolution 2024-109 – approve Construction Management at Risk Services for Commons Park Hub Project
• Resolution 2024-112 – approve gifts, donations and sponsorships received June 15–Aug 16 2024
• Resolution 2024-114 – adopt Public Arts Commission recommendation for sculpture in Moore Lake Park
• Resolution 2024-113 – approve claims for the period ending Aug 21 2024

The Fridley City Council approved a second reading of Ordinance No. 1424, extending the moratorium on cannabis businesses, and approved Resolution No. 2024-109 for construction management at risk services for the Commons Park Hub project. The council also approved gifts and donations, a sculpture recommendation for Moore Lake Park, and claims. Two agenda items related to the University Avenue Service Road project were removed pending MnDOT information.

• Approved Ordinance No. 1424, amending interim ordinance 1411 to continue cannabis business moratorium (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-109, agreement for construction management at risk services for Commons Park Hub (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-112, gifts, donations, and sponsorships received June 15-August 16, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-114, Public Arts Commission recommendation for sculpture in Moore Lake Park (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-113, claims for period ending August 21, 2024 (unanimous)
• Removed items 11 and 12 (University Avenue Service Road project) from agenda pending MnDOT information

Planning Commission

The Fridley Planning Commission will approve the minutes from its July 17, 2024 meeting. It will hold a public hearing to consider Lot Split LS #24-01, which proposes creating two single‑family lots on the property at 7800 Pearson Way NE. The commission will also approve the dates for its 2025 meetings.

• Approval of July 17, 2024 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Public hearing on Lot Split LS #24-01 to create two single‑family lots at 7800 Pearson Way NE
• Approval of 2025 Planning Commission meeting dates

The Fridley Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a lot split (LS #24-01) for the property at 7800 Pearson Way N.E., which would create two single-family lots. The recommendation includes stipulations, such as removing a driveway and shed on the new parcel within 60 days. The commission also approved the July 17, 2024 minutes and the 2025 meeting dates.

• Approved July 17, 2024 Planning Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of lot split LS #24-01 at 7800 Pearson Way N.E. with stipulations (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Planning Commission meeting dates (unanimous)

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission will meet to discuss updates to the Energy Action Plan and grant progress. The body is also reviewing language for an electric vehicle ordinance and stormwater improvements at Sylvan Hills Park.

• Electric Vehicle Ordinance Language
• Sylvan Hills Park Stormwater Improvements
• Energy Action Plan Updates
• Grant Updates
• 2025 Meeting Dates

The commission approved the proposed meeting dates for 2025 and the May 14, 2024 meeting minutes. Members discussed electric vehicle ordinance language and stormwater park improvements, but no formal actions were taken on those items.

• Approved 2025 meeting dates (unanimous)
• Approved May 14, 2024 meeting minutes with one correction (unanimous)
• Nominated Commissioner Dritz as Chair Pro-Tem (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss updates to the city seal and investment policy revisions. The body will also review a retirement plan option for firefighters and an art recommendation for Moore Lake Park.

• Updating the City of Fridley Seal
• Fridley Firefighters Relief Association consideration of joining the PERA Statewide Volunteer Fire Plan
• Proposed Investment Policy Revisions and Safekeeping/Custodial Depository Change
• Public Arts Commission Recommendation for Art at Moore Lake Park

The Council discussed four items but took no formal votes, as this was a conference meeting. They expressed support for updating the city seal to reflect the new state seal, for the Fridley Firefighters Relief Association joining the PERA Statewide Volunteer Fire Plan, and for the Public Arts Commission's recommendation for artwork at Moore Lake Park. No decisions were finalized.

• Supported updating the city seal to reflect the new state seal
• Supported the Fridley Firefighters Relief Association joining the PERA Statewide Volunteer Fire Plan
• Supported the Public Arts Commission's recommendation for art at Moore Lake Park

City Council

The Fridley City Council will consider several routine resolutions, including approvals of claims, affordable‑housing aid, investment policy revisions, and adding UBS Financial Services as an official depository. The council will also vote on a special‑use permit for a private school at 6180 Highway 65 NE and on a petition to close the intersection of Able Street and Mississippi Street. Each item will be discussed and voted on separately.

• Approve minutes from the July 22, 2024 City Council meeting
• Resolution 2024‑105: Approve claims for the period ending August 7, 2024
• Resolution 2024‑106: Approve receipt of local affordable housing aid and transfer to Fridley Housing Redevelopment Authority
• Resolution 2024‑108: Add UBS Financial Services, Inc. as an official depository for the City of Fridley
• Resolution 2024‑103: Approve special‑use permit for a private school at 6180 Highway 65 NE

The Fridley City Council approved a special use permit for a private preschool and elementary school to operate alongside an existing church at 6180 Highway 65 NE, repealing an expired adult daycare permit. The council also approved a petition to study a street access closure at Able and Mississippi Streets, and adopted the consent agenda including claims, affordable housing aid transfer, investment policy revisions, and adding UBS as a depository.

• Approved Special Use Permit SP #24-02 for private school at 6180 Highway 65 NE (unanimous)
• Repealed expired Special Use Permit SP #94-15 for adult daycare at same property
• Approved Resolution 2024-104 to study street access closure at Able and Mississippi Streets (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including claims, affordable housing aid transfer, investment policy revisions, and UBS depository (unanimous)

Public Arts Commission

The Fridley Public Arts Commission will elect a chair and vice chair, approve minutes from June and July, and set the schedule for 2025 meetings.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Approval of June and July 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of art concepts by Jessica Turtle
• Approval of 2025 meeting dates
• Guest Sue Gens to discuss state funding

The Commission voted unanimously to elect Josh Collins as Chair and Ryan Fugleberg as Vice Chair. After reviewing three artist concepts, the Commission selected Concept 3, the Northern Leopard Frog sculpture, as its favorite for installation. The Commission also approved meeting dates for the remainder of 2024/25.

• Elected Josh Collins as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Ryan Fugleberg as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Selected Northern Leopard Frog sculpture concept (vote outcome not specified)
• Approved meeting dates for remainder of 2024/25

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Fridley Parks and Recreation Commission will review its 2024 goals and workplan, discuss the Commons Park recreation building, and present the 2024 resident survey results. The meeting also includes a proposal for the 2025 commission meeting dates and staff reports on Springbrook Nature Center, division activities, and park maintenance and construction.

• 2024 Goals and Workplan Review
• Commons Park Recreation Building Discussion
• 2024 Resident Survey Result Summary for Parks and Recreation
• Proposed 2025 Meeting Dates of the Parks and Recreation Commission
• Springbrook Nature Center Report

The Fridley Parks and Recreation Commission approved the 2025 meeting schedule and the August 5, 2024 agenda, along with minutes from March, May, and June 2024. The commission discussed the 2024 workplan, Commons Park recreation building plans, and the 2024 resident survey results, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved August 5, 2024 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 4, May 6, and June 3, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting schedule (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will receive an update on the planned redevelopment of Central Avenue and Mississippi Street. No decisions or actions are listed; the agenda item is informational.

• Future redevelopment update for Central Avenue and Mississippi Street

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will review the June 2024 year-to-date finance update. Members will also discuss the proposed Capital Investment Program for 2025-2029.

• June 2024 Year-to-Date Finance Update
• Proposed 2025-2029 Capital Investment Program (CIP) discussion

The council discussed the proposed 2025-2029 Capital Investment Program (CIP), which includes equipment needs like vehicles, and received a finance update. No formal decisions were made; the items were for discussion only.

• Discussed June 2024 year-to-date finance update
• Discussed proposed 2025-2029 Capital Investment Program

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a moratorium on cannabis businesses and assessments for trail improvements. The body will also consider a water efficiency grant and claims for a private ash tree removal program.

• Public hearing and Resolution No. 2024-98 for 53rd Avenue Trail and Walk Improvements Project No. ST-2023-21
• Public hearing and Ordinance No. 1424 regarding a moratorium on cannabis businesses
• Resolution No. 2024-101: Water Efficiency Grant Agreement with Metropolitan Council
• Resolution No. 2024-102: Private Ash Tree Removal Program Project Claims
• Resolution No. 2024-100: Claims for the period ending July 17, 2024

The Fridley City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2024-98, approving the special assessment for the 53rd Avenue Trail and Walk Improvements Project (ST-2023-21), despite resident complaints about flooding, dead grass, and assessment costs. The Council also approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1424, amending the interim cannabis business moratorium to align with state law changes. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-98, approving the assessment for 53rd Avenue Trail and Walk Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1424, amending the cannabis business moratorium (unanimous)
• Adopted consent agenda including minutes, water efficiency grant agreement, private ash tree removal program, and claims (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Fridley Planning Commission will meet on July 17, 2024, at 7:00 PM at the Fridley Civic Campus to consider a special use permit for a private school at 6180 Hwy 65 NE. The meeting includes routine procedural items such as approval of past minutes and adjournment.

• Public hearing for Special Use Permit (SUP) SP #24-02 for private school at 6180 Hwy 65 N.E.

The Planning Commission recommended approval of a Special Use Permit to allow Harbon Montessori School to operate a preschool and elementary school at 6180 Highway 65 NE. The commission also recommended revoking a previous adult daycare permit for the same site. The matter moves to the City Council for consideration on August 12, 2024.

• Recommended approval of Special Use Permit #24-02 for a private school (unanimous)
• Recommended revocation of Special Use Permit #94-15 for adult daycare (unanimous)
• Approved April 17, 2024, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Arts Commission

The commission will review a signed contract for artist Jessica Turtle. Members will also examine the public input map for art locations and prepare a matrix of priority locations.

• Review of signed contract for artist Jessica Turtle
• Review of public input map for art locations
• Preparation of a priority location matrix for public art

The Commission reviewed contract language for an artist and discussed various potential locations for public art installations throughout the city. No formal votes were recorded for the proposed locations or contract changes.

• Approved June 12, 2024, meeting minutes with corrections

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council and the Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority will hold a joint meeting regarding Mississippi Street/Central Avenue housing. The agenda also includes a presentation on resident survey results and an update on the Commons Park plan.

• Mississippi Street/Central Avenue housing discussion
• Resident survey results presentation
• Commons Park plan update

The City Council and HRA held a joint conference meeting to discuss housing plans and review survey data. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the session.

City Council

The Council will review resident survey results and a new public art agreement. Members will also consider changes to the 53rd Avenue Trail project and an interim policy for generative artificial intelligence.

• Change Order No. 3 for 53rd Avenue Trail and Walk Improvements Project
• First Amendment to T-Mobile Tower Site Lease Agreement at Commons Park Tower
• Approval of an Interim Ethical Generative Artificial Intelligence Policy
• Public Art Agreement with Rice Creek Watershed District and Jessica Turtle
• Appointment of Election Judges for the 2024 Election Year

The City Council approved a public art agreement for Moore Lake Park and endorsed a field development plan for Commons and Community parks. The Council also adopted a consent agenda including an AI policy and election judge appointments.

• Approved Public Art Agreement with Rice Creek Watershed District and Jessica Turtle (unanimous)
• Approved FYSA Field Development plan for Commons and Community parks (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-91 appointing 2024 election judges (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-93 for 53rd Avenue Trail and Walk Improvements Change Order No. 3 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-94 amending T-Mobile tower lease for Commons Park (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-95 Interim Ethical Generative Artificial Intelligence Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-92 for claims ending July 3, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved June 24, 2024 City Council meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will receive a report from the Cannabis Working Group. The council will also receive an update regarding the Commons Park Redevelopment.

• Cannabis Working Group Update
• Commons Park Redevelopment Update

The City Council received a staff memo regarding preparations for potential cannabis licensing and heard an update from the Parks and Recreation Director on Commons Park building scoping, design, and ballfield options. The minutes record no substantive decisions or votes taken during this conference meeting.

• Received Cannabis Working Group memo on potential licensing (memo only)
• Received Commons Park Redevelopment update on building scoping, design, and ballfields

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding local infrastructure and public safety. This includes agreements for school resource officers and services during the 2024 3M Open. The Council will also review cost assessments for 53rd Avenue trail improvements.

• Agreement with Northwest Metro 916 ISD for School Resource Officer Services
• Public safety services agreement with the City of Blaine for the 2024 3M Open
• Cost assessments for 53rd Avenue Trail and Walk Improvements Project
• Design engineering scope for the 57th Avenue Bridge Project
• Awarding Danube Pond and Farr Lake Pretreatment Project No. 603-60-23102

The City Council approved design engineering services for the 57th Avenue Bridge and initiated the assessment process for the 53rd Avenue trail improvements. Additionally, the Council passed a resolution supporting the Anoka County Parks long-range plan for the Rice Creek West Regional Trail Corridor. The meeting also included public testimony regarding the future of baseball fields at Commons Park.

• Approved 53rd Avenue trail assessment process (5-0)
• Approved 57th Avenue Bridge design engineering scope (5-0)
• Approved Anoka County Parks long-range plan resolution (5-0)
• Approved SRO services agreement with Northwest Metro 916 (5-0)
• Approved public safety services agreement with City of Blaine (5-0)
• Awarded Danube Pond and Farr Lake Pretreatment Project (5-0)
• Awarded 2024 ADA Improvement Project (5-0)
• Approved claims for period ending June 20, 2024 (5-0)

Council Conference Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss the Zoning Code Recodification. The discussion focuses on landscaping and parking regulations.

• Zoning Code Recodification – Landscaping and Parking Regulations

Public Arts Commission

The Public Arts Commission will review an artist contract and consider a new appointment to the commission. The agenda also includes updates on the creation of a 501C3 and a debrief of a town hall experience.

• Artist contract review
• Appointment to the Commission
• Update on the creation of the 501C3
• Debrief of Town Hall Experience

The Fridley Public Arts Commission met on June 12, 2024, and reviewed proposed contract language between the artist and City of Fridley and Rice Creek Watershed District agencies, reaching general consensus that the language and artist-requested modifications were reasonable and supported. The commission received updates on forming a 501C3 nonprofit, including board selection by Mayor Lund and planned legal review of IRS requirements, with filing with the Secretary of State as the next step. Commissioners also debriefed the June 1, 2024 City Open House, discussed a TEDx Talk on public art, and noted an onboarding manual. No formal motions, votes, or approvals were recorded.

• No formal decisions or votes recorded; consensus only on artist contract language
• Consensus that proposed artist contract language and artist-requested modifications appeared reasonable and supported
• Received update: Mayor Lund selected nonprofit board members; Kara Ruwart appointed to Commission
• Received update: legal assistance sought on IRS portions of nonprofit formation
• Next step noted: filing nonprofit with Secretary of State
• Discussed June 1, 2024 City Open House; safety concerns raised about surface levels under canopy
• Received update: onboarding manual prepared by Danielle Herrick in City Clerk's office
• Commissioner Fugleberg commented Commission should focus on criteria and priorities for selecting art

Council Conference Meeting

The meeting agenda includes a discussion on AI policy. The session also features an update on the One-Way Conversion and Trail Project and Islands of Peace Regional Park.

• AI Policy
• One-Way Conversion and Trail Project Update
• Islands of Peace Regional Park

The Council reviewed a proposed AI policy, a one-way conversion and trail project, and the Islands of Peace Regional Park. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this conference meeting.

City Council

The Fridley City Council will consider resolutions regarding the city's 2023 annual financial report and a 2025 street rehabilitation project. The agenda also includes an easement for a CenterPoint Energy gas line through Edgewater Gardens Park.

• Preparation of plans for 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2025-01
• Easement for CenterPoint Energy Gas Line through Edgewater Gardens Park
• Approval of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2023
• Appointment to the Fridley Public Arts Commission

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for 2023, which received a clean audit opinion. The council also adopted resolutions to begin planning the 2025 street rehabilitation project, approve a gas line easement, and appoint a member to the Public Arts Commission. A resident request for a painted bike lane in Sylvan Hills was noted but not acted upon.

• Approved Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for FY 2023 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Adopted Consent Agenda (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-77: Appointment to Fridley Public Arts Commission
• Approved Resolution 2024-79: Preparation of plans for 2025 Street Rehabilitation Project ST2025-01
• Approved Resolution 2024-80: Easement for CenterPoint Energy Gas Line through Edgewater Gardens Park
• Approved Resolution 2024-82: Participation in Minnesota Local Performance Measurement Program
• Approved Resolution 2024-81: Claims for period ending June 5, 2024
• Approved minutes from May 28, 2024 meetings

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The HRA will hold a public hearing regarding a resolution to authorize a land transfer at 5707 West Moore Lake Drive. The meeting also includes the annual election of officers and an update on housing programs.

• Public hearing for Resolution No. 2024-02 (land transfer)
• Annual election of HRA officers
• Collateral assignment of TIF – Sherman Associates
• Approval of expenditures

The Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved HRA Resolution 2024-02, authorizing the transfer of remnant parcels at 5707 West Moore Lake Drive to the City of Fridley, which will maintain public ownership and take over maintenance. The HRA also approved its expenditures, approved the April 4, 2024 meeting minutes, re-elected Elizabeth Showalter as Chair and Troy Brueggemeier as Vice Chair through June 2025, and approved a collateral assignment of tax increment financing (TIF) for Sherman Associates' refinancing of two market-rate buildings. All votes were unanimous voice votes. The meeting included a certificate of recognition for Commissioner Kyle Mulrooney, who was attending his last meeting after seven years on the HRA.

• Approved expenditures (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved April 4, 2024 meeting minutes as presented (unanimous voice vote)
• Elected Elizabeth Showalter as Chair and Troy Brueggemeier as Vice Chair through June 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted HRA Resolution 2024-02 authorizing transfer of property at 5707 West Moore Lake Drive to the City of Fridley (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved collateral assignment of TIF for Sherman Associates' refinancing (unanimous voice vote)
• Closed the public hearing on the land transfer with no public comments (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:20 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet at Commons Park to discuss new business and review staff reports. The agenda includes a walking tour of the Commons Park project.

• Proposed K9 Training Area at Locke Park
• Commons Park Project walking tour and discussion
• Springbrook Nature Center report
• Fridley Parks and Recreation Division report
• Park Maintenance and Construction report

The Commission reached a consensus agreement to support the development of a fenced K9 training area for the Fridley Public Safety K9 program at Locke Park. Members also conducted a walking tour of Commons Park to review redevelopment concepts, but made no recommendations.

• Approved June 3, 2024 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Reached consensus support for K9 training area development at Locke Park

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will meet with applicants for the City Commission. The body will also review a proposed final draft for the Rice Creek West Regional Trail Long-Range Plan and receive updates on the Commons Park Recreation Building budget.

• Meeting with City Commission Applicants
• Rice Creek West Regional Trail Long-Range Plan Proposed Final Draft Presentation
• Commons Park Recreation Building Vision and Budget Update
• Recodification Update

The Fridley City Council held a conference meeting to interview two applicants for City Commission openings. Staff presented updates on the Rice Creek West Regional Trail plan and revised budget plans for the Commons Park Recreation Building due to rising construction costs. No formal votes or final approvals were recorded in these minutes.

• Interviewed Paul Nealy and John Buyse for City Commission openings
• Received Recodification Update report
• Presented proposed final draft of Rice Creek West Regional Trail Long-Range Plan
• Discussed revisions to Commons Park Recreation Building plans and budget

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating the city code regarding electric security fences on industrial properties. The body is also reviewing several resolutions related to land surveys, sewer projects, and a joint powers agreement for road reconstruction.

• Ordinance No. 1423: Amending fence code to allow electric security fences on certain industrial properties
• Resolution No. 2024-74: Joint Powers Agreement with Anoka County for reconstruction of CSAH 35 (Central Avenue NE) at CSAH 6 (Mississippi Street NE)
• Resolution No. 2024-73: Awarding 2024 Sanitary Sewer Collection System Lining Project No. 24-450
• Resolution No. 2024-71: Approving a Quit Claim Deed for 5545 7th Street N.E.
• Resolution No. 2024-75: Change Order No. 1 for the 61st Avenue Parklet Project

The Fridley City Council approved Resolution No. 2024-73 awarding the 2024 Sanitary Sewer Collection System Lining Project No. 24-450, with staff noting the low bid came from Insituform Technologies and that ARPA funds are being used. The council also approved a temporary liquor permit for the Fridley Lions Club for a June 15, 2024 event during Fridley '49er Days, with Councilmember Ostwald abstaining. It accepted the resignation of Kyle Mulrooney from the Housing and Redevelopment Authority and appointed John Buyse, II to the HRA and Paul Nealy to the Planning Commission. Resolution No. 2024-70 supporting Anoka County Parks' long-range plan for the Rice Creek West Regional Trail Corridor was tabled.

• Approved Resolution No. 2024-73 awarding 2024 Sanitary Sewer Collection System Lining Project No. 24-450 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-67 temporary intoxicating liquor permit for Fridley Lions Club event June 15, 2024 at Commons Park (Ostwald abstained)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-75 Change Order No. 1 for the 61st Avenue Parklet Project (unanimous voice vote)
• Accepted resignation of Kyle Mulrooney from the Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved appointment of John Buyse, II to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority and Paul Nealy to the Planning Commission (unanimous voice vote)
• Tabled Resolution No. 2024-70 supporting Anoka County Parks' long-range plan for the Rice Creek West Regional Trail Corridor (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted the proposed Consent Agenda, with Item 10 removed and moved to the Regular Agenda as Item 20 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted the regular agenda with amendments adding Items 19 and 20 (unanimous voice vote)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission will conduct candidate interviews for membership and debrief from a joint meeting with the City Council. The body will also hold an information session with the League of Minnesota Cities.

• Candidate interviews of David Linton and Kathy Smith
• Debrief from Joint Meeting with the Fridley City Council
• Information session with the League of Minnesota Cities

The Charter Commission accepted Commissioner Gabriel's resignation, approved a vacancy, and interviewed and appointed two new members, David Linton and Kathy Smith. It also approved the April 29, 2024 joint meeting minutes and heard a League of Minnesota Cities overview on charter city powers. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved the agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved April 29, 2024 joint City Council and Charter Commission meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Accepted Commissioner Gabriel's resignation and approved a vacancy (unanimous voice vote)
• Appointed David Linton and Kathy Smith to the Commission (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:33 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission will review draft language for an electric vehicle ordinance and a bike locker rental policy. The body will also receive updates on the Energy Action Plan, grants, and outreach events.

• Draft Electric Vehicle Ordinance Language
• Bike Locker Rental Policy
• Energy Action Plan Updates
• Grant Updates
• Outreach and Events Updates

The commission approved the March 12 meeting minutes and voted to cancel its June and July meetings. Staff provided updates on grant awards for stormwater projects and a bike fix-it station.

• Approved March 12, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Cancelled June and July EQEC meetings (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a new ordinance for electric security fences. The body is also considering a water supply agreement for a mobile home park and a budget reappropriation for the 2023 fiscal year.

• Public hearing and first reading for Ordinance No. 1423 regarding electric security fences on industrial properties
• Resolution No. 2024-61: Water supply agreement with Brand-Broadway Associates for Fridley Terrace Mobile Home Park
• Resolution No. 2024-63: Final budget reappropriation for funds for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023
• Resolution No. 2024-64: Single source acquisition for Critical Incident Mitigation, De-escalation and Rescue Vehicle
• Resolution No. 2024-60: Agreement with the City of Coon Rapids for the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program FY 2023

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved the first reading of Ordinance No. 1423, which would allow 10-foot-tall electric security fences on non-residential properties. The Council also approved the purchase of a critical incident mitigation vehicle, a water supply agreement for a mobile home park, and a final budget reappropriation for 2023. Several resolutions were adopted via voice vote, and two proclamations were presented.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1423 for electric security fences (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-64 for purchase of critical incident mitigation vehicle (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-61 for water supply agreement with Brand-Broadway Associates (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-63 for final budget reappropriation for FY 2023 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda as amended, removing Item 8 to regular agenda (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved April 22, 2024 City Council minutes (voice vote, unanimous)
• Received minutes from April 8 and April 22 conference meetings and April 17 Planning Commission meeting
• Adopted regular agenda (voice vote, unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss the budget and vision for the Commons Park Recreation Building. The agenda also includes updates from the Public Works Department and a discussion regarding video production services with North Metro TV.

• Commons Park Recreation Building vision and budget
• Video production services discussion with North Metro TV
• Public Works Department updates

The council held a conference meeting to discuss video production services, public works staffing, and the Commons Park recreation building. Finance Director Joe Starks proposed using the Community Investment Fund to cover additional costs for the park building, noting that future savings and grants would offset this transfer. No formal votes or final approvals were recorded in these minutes.

• Discussed changes to video production services with NMTV staff
• Reviewed Public Works Department scope and staffing needs
• Discussed funding strategy for Commons Park building via Community Investment Fund

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will discuss updates to the Rice Creek West Regional Trail Corridor Master Plan and a recommendation for the 2025 Parks Capital Investment Program. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the Commons Park Recreation Building.

• Rice Creek West Regional Trail Corridor Master Plan Update
• 2025 Parks Capital Investment Program Recommendation
• Commons Park Recreation Building Discussion

The Commission recommended that the City Council support the Rice Creek West Regional Trail Long Range Plan and the proposed 2025 Capital Investment Program. Members also approved a concept for a staffed recreation building at Commons Park featuring an indoor playground.

• Recommended City Council support for Rice Creek West Regional Trail Long Range Plan (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of the proposed 2025 Capital Investment Program (unanimous)
• Supported Commons Park recreation building concept with classroom, indoor playground, and gathering spaces (unanimous)
• Approved May 6, 2024 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 1, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission will hold a joint meeting with the Fridley City Council. The body will review revised bylaws and discuss future meeting topics.

• Review of revised bylaws
• Discussion with the Fridley City Council

The Charter Commission met jointly with the City Council to discuss improving communications with residents and updates on telecommunication franchises. No legislative actions or policy changes were decided during the meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will review a proposal for a Critical Incident Mitigation, De-Escalation, and Rescue Vehicle. Members will also discuss the 2025 budget outlook and the Islands of Peace Regional Park.

• Critical Incident Mitigation, De-Escalation, and Rescue Vehicle Proposal
• March 2024 Year-to-Date Finance Update
• 2025 Budget Outlook & Objectives
• Islands of Peace Regional Park discussion

The council held a conference meeting to discuss several proposals and updates. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

City Council

The City Council will review several ordinances, including those to amend the City Charter and establish a Public Arts Commission. The meeting includes discussions on land easements for the Rice Creek West Regional Trail and various city project awards.

• Ordinance No. 1421: Amending the Fridley City Charter
• Ordinance No. 1422: Establishing a Public Arts Commission
• Resolution No. 2024-58: Granting easements to Anoka County for Rice Creek West Regional Trail
• Resolution No. 2024-51: Awarding 2024 Neighborhood Parks Improvements Project No. 24-70457
• Resolution No. 2024-52: Awarding 2024 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2024-01

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved contracts for 2024 street rehabilitation and neighborhood park improvements. They also approved an easement vacation for a property owner, appointed members to a new Public Arts Commission, and accepted various donations and grants. Several resolutions regarding city charter amendments and trail easements were placed on the consent agenda.

• Approved 2024 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2024-01 ($1,480,112.50 bid by North Valley Inc.)
• Approved 2024 Neighborhood Parks Improvements Project No. 24-70457 ($725,600.74 bid by Peterson Companies, Inc.)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-53 for easement vacation at 6677 Lucia Lane N.E.
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-55 appointing members to the Public Arts Commission
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-59 for Fridley Lions Club donations (Councilmember Ostwald abstained)
• Adopted Consent Agenda including Ordinance 1421 (Charter amendment) and Ordinance 1422 (Public Arts Commission)
• Adopted Consent Agenda including Resolution 2024-58 for Rice Creek West Regional Trail easements
• Approved 2024-2025 Business License Renewals and Claims for period ending April 17, 2024

Council Conference Meeting

The Planning Commission is holding a work session to discuss the recodification of the zoning code specifically regarding parking.

• Zoning Code Recodification – Parking

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to approve the February 21, 2024, meeting minutes and conduct a public hearing. The primary agenda item is a discussion regarding Text Amendment 2024-01 concerning electric security fences.

• Public Hearing for Text Amendment 2024-01: Electric Security Fences
• Approval of February 21, 2024, Planning Commission Meeting Minutes

The Fridley Planning Commission approved a text amendment allowing 10-foot-tall electric security fences on properties not zoned exclusively for residential use, primarily targeting industrial districts near the railroad. The vote was 5-1, with Commissioner Borman opposed. The approval includes a stipulation that a performance or minimum safety standard for the fence's operation must be provided.

• Approved February 21, 2024, Planning Commission Minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Opened public hearing for Text Amendment 2024-01: Electric Security Fences (unanimous voice vote)
• Closed public hearing for Text Amendment 2024-01 (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Text Amendment 2024-01 as drafted by staff with safety standard stipulation (5-1 vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission is meeting to discuss a bike locker rental policy and stormwater improvements at Sylvan Hills Park. The body will also review updates regarding the Energy Action Plan, grants, and outreach events.

• Bike Locker Rental Policy
• Sylvan Hills Park Stormwater Improvements
• Energy Action Plan Updates
• Grant Updates
• Outreach and Events Updates

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will meet to discuss updates regarding specific infrastructure projects and rental inspection processes. No formal votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Update on Anoka County Mississippi Street Roundabout Projects at Old Central and 7th Street
• Rental Inspections Update

The meeting consisted of updates on Anoka County roundabout projects and rental inspection statistics. No substantive decisions were made.

City Council

The Local Board of Appeals and Equalization will meet to discuss property valuations. The council is considering a resolution to approve the equalization of assessed valuations for real and personal property in Fridley.

• LBAE Resolution No. 2024-01 regarding the equalization of assessed valuations of real and personal property

The Fridley Local Board of Appeal and Equalization approved LBAE Resolution No. 2024-01, equalizing assessed valuations of real and personal property, along with Exhibit A (estimated market value changes). The board also approved Exhibit B for Home Depot, preserving the property's right to appeal to the County Board. No property owners appeared to dispute their valuations. The meeting adjourned at 7:16 p.m.

• Approved LBAE Resolution No. 2024-01 equalizing assessed valuations of real and personal property (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Exhibit A, Estimated Market Value Changes, as presented (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Exhibit B for Home Depot, preserving its right to appeal to the County Board (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:16 p.m. (unanimous voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding an on-sale liquor license for Continental Restaurant. Members will also consider amendments to the Fridley City Charter and the establishment of a Public Arts Commission.

• Public hearing for on-sale liquor license for Continental Restaurant
• Ordinance No. 1421 to amend the Fridley City Charter
• Ordinance No. 1422 to establish a Public Arts Commission
• Grant agreements with Mississippi Watershed Management Organization for a hydrodynamic separator and Sylvan Hills Park stormwater improvements
• Grant agreement with Rice Creek Watershed District for a hydrodynamic separator

The City Council approved an on-sale liquor license for the Continental Restaurant and advanced two ordinances through first readings. The Council also approved several watershed grant agreements and a temporary liquor permit for a high school fundraiser.

• Approved On-Sale Liquor License for Continental Restaurant (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1421 to amend the Fridley City Charter (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1422 to establish a Public Arts Commission (unanimous)
• Approved grant agreement with Mississippi Watershed Management Organization for a Hydrodynamic Separator (unanimous)
• Approved grant agreement with Rice Creek Watershed District for a Hydrodynamic Separator (unanimous)
• Approved grant agreement with Mississippi Watershed Management Organization for Sylvan Hills Park stormwater improvements (unanimous)
• Approved temporary intoxicating liquor permit for Totino Grace High School fundraiser (unanimous)
• Approved claims for the period ending April 8, 2024 (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council and HRA will receive an update regarding future redevelopment for the Old Central and Mississippi Street area.

• Old Central & Mississippi Street – Future Redevelopment Update

The City Council and HRA received a staff update regarding the redevelopment of Old Central Avenue and Mississippi Street. The discussion covered property re-registration, soil boring results, and the development timeline. No formal actions were taken.

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will meet to approve expenditures from February and March 2024. The body will also consider an amendment to the CEE Home Energy Squad Agreement and receive an update on housing programs.

• Approval of February and March 2024 expenditures
• Amendment to CEE Home Energy Squad Agreement
• Update on Housing Programs

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority unanimously approved expenditures for February and March 2024 and the minutes from the previous meeting. They also approved an amendment to the agreement with CEE for the Home Energy Squad program, extending administration through June 1, 2024, due to uncertainties from utility companies. An update on housing programs was provided as an informational item.

• Approved February and March 2024 expenditures (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved February 1, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved amendment to CEE Home Energy Squad Agreement (voice vote, unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss stormwater and habitat improvements at Sylvan Hills Park. The body will also review guidelines for park bench sponsorships.

• Sylvan Hills Park Stormwater and Habitat Improvements
• City of Fridley Park Bench Sponsorship Guidelines

The Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously endorsed the modified Sylvan Hills Park stormwater and habitat concept plan, which relies on $1,493,000 awarded by the Watershed Management Organization and a requested $15,000 City contribution; the City Council will consider the project on April 8. The Commission also unanimously approved a park bench sponsorship program and guidelines. It approved the meeting agenda and the February 5, 2024 minutes, and adjourned at 7:47 p.m.

• Endorsed modified Sylvan Hills Concept Plan (unanimous)
• Approved park bench sponsorship program and guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved April 1, 2024 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 5, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:47 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider an amendment to the 2024 Street Rehabilitation Project feasibility report regarding Channel Road. The body is also scheduling a public hearing for a proposed City Charter amendment and reviewing a grant application for a splash pad.

• Resolution No. 2024-38: Traffic calming measures for Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2024-01 on Channel Road
• Resolution No. 2024-35: Scheduling a public hearing for April 8, 2024, on a City Charter amendment
• Resolution No. 2024-36: MN DNR Outdoor Recreation Grant Application for Commons Park Splash Pad
• Resolution No. 2024-41: Settlement agreement between the City and Stephen A. Ling and Stephanie Ling
• Resolution No. 2024-37: Fridley Historical Society Gambling Permit

The City Council unanimously approved an amendment to the 2024 Street Rehabilitation Project to include traffic calming on Channel Road. The council also approved several resolutions via a consent agenda, including a grant application for a splash pad and a legal settlement.

• Approved traffic calming measures for Channel Road (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for April 8, 2024, on City Charter amendment (unanimous)
• Approved DNR Outdoor Recreation Grant application for Commons Park Splash Pad (unanimous)
• Approved gifts, donations, and sponsorships from Feb 15 to March 15, 2024 (unanimous)
• Authorized settlement agreement with Stephen A. Ling and Stephanie Ling (unanimous)
• Approved Fridley Historical Society Gambling Permit (unanimous)
• Approved claims for the period ending March 20, 2024 (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will meet to review a proposed onboarding manual for councilmembers. The body will also discuss the Park System Improvement Plan budget, a Commons Park update, and state legislative concerns.

• Proposed Councilmember Onboarding Manual
• Park System Improvement Plan Budget
• Commons Park Update
• State Legislative Concerns

The council held a conference meeting to review a draft onboarding manual and receive updates on the park system and state legislation. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission is meeting to conduct administrative business and review governing documents. The body will discuss preparations for a joint meeting with the Fridley City Council scheduled for April 29, 2024.

• Preparation for April 29, 2024 Joint Meeting with Fridley City Council
• Election of Officers
• Review of Chapters 5
• Review of Bylaws

The Commission elected a new Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary and accepted the annual review of its bylaws. The body approved revisions to Section 5.02 of the Charter but tabled further review of Chapter 5 until September. The Commission also accepted the resignation of Commissioner Granroos.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 9, 2024 meeting minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Accepted Commissioner Granroos' resignation and invited applicant to May meeting (unanimous)
• Elected Rick Nelson (Chair), Clifford Johnson (Vice Chair), and Audrey Nelson (Secretary) (unanimous)
• Accepted revised Section 5.02 of Chapter 5 (unanimous)
• Tabled further review of Chapter 5 until September (unanimous)
• Accepted bylaws for another year (unanimous)

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The commission will meet to review a street sweeping feasibility study and operations. Members will also discuss updates to the zoning code and the Energy Action Plan.

• Street Sweeping Feasibility Study and Operations
• Zoning Code Updates
• Energy Action Plan Updates
• Grant Updates
• Collaboration with North Suburban Center for the Arts on Event

The commission reviewed a street sweeping feasibility study from the Coon Creek Watershed District and received updates on city zoning code recodification. Staff reported on grant applications for a splash pad and bike station at city parks. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 13, 2024 meeting minutes with one date correction (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will conduct a conference meeting to receive updates on city operations. The session includes a tour of a fire truck and reports from the Drinking Water and Public Works Department.

• Fire Truck Tour
• Drinking Water and Public Works Department updates

The council held a conference meeting consisting of informational presentations. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

City Council

The City Council will discuss a request to deny an interim use permit for a 10-foot-tall electric fence. The body is also considering updates to city code regarding lands, buildings, and parks and recreation fees.

• Resolution No. 2024-34: Denying an Interim Use Permit for a 10-foot-tall electric fence at 4650 Main Street N.E.
• Ordinance No. 1420: Updating Parks and Recreation Fees
• Ordinance No. 1419: Creating Title No. 5 (Lands and Buildings) of the Fridley City Code
• Resolution No. 2024-29: Water Quality Cost Share Agreement with Coon Creek Watershed District for a leaf vacuum system
• Resolution No. 2024-30: Grant Agreement with Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for shade tree management

The City Council unanimously denied an Interim Use Permit for a low-voltage electric fence at 4650 Main Street NE. The council also approved several resolutions via a consent agenda, including a water quality agreement and a housing improvement policy.

• Denied Interim Use Permit for 10-foot electric fence at 4650 Main Street NE (Unanimous)
• Approved Water Quality Cost Share Agreement with Coon Creek Watershed District for leaf vacuum system
• Approved Grant Agreement with MN Department of Natural Resources for shade tree management
• Approved City of Fridley Housing Improvement Area Policy
• Approved Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP)
• Approved claims for the period ending March 6, 2024
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1419 creating Title No. 5 (Lands and Buildings) of City Code
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1420 updating Parks and Recreation fees

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss the updated 2024 neighborhood park playground design for Sylvan Hills Park. The body will also review its 2024 goals, workplan, and mission and vision statements.

• Updated 2024 Neighborhood Park Playground Design for Sylvan Hills Park
• Election of Vice Chair
• Review of 2024 Goals and Workplan
• Fridley Parks and Recreation Mission and Vision discussion

The provided minutes list the agenda items for the meeting, including the election of a Vice Chair and a review of the 2024 goals and workplan. However, the document does not record any specific votes, decisions, or outcomes for these items.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading to create Title No. 5 (Lands and Buildings) of the Fridley City Code. The body is also considering updates to parks and recreation fees and several gambling permits. Other items include a business license for Capl Retail, LLC.

• Ordinance No. 1419: Public hearing to create Title No. 5 (Lands and Buildings) of the City Code
• Ordinance No. 1420: Proposed updates to Parks and Recreation fees
• Resolution No. 2024-27: Food/Gas/Tobacco License for Capl Retail, LLC at 7600 University Avenue
• Resolution No. 2024-23: Spring Lake Park Softball Association Gambling Permit
• Resolution No. 2024-26: Springbrook Nature Center Foundation Gambling Permit

The City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance to create a new city code title for lands and buildings and another to update parks and recreation fees. The council also approved several resolutions via the consent agenda and a gambling permit for the Springbrook Nature Center Foundation.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1419 to create Title No. 5 (Lands and Buildings) of the City Code (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1420 to update Parks and Recreation fees (unanimous)
• Approved Springbrook Nature Center Foundation Gambling Permit (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Spring Lake Park Softball Association Gambling Permit (unanimous)
• Approved gifts, donations, and sponsorships received Jan 13 to Feb 14, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved City of Fridley Data Practices Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Food/Gas/Tobacco License for Capl Retail, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved claims for the period ending February 21, 2024 (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will meet to review a proposed Housing Improvement Area policy and updates to emergency operations plans. The body will also discuss traffic calming options for the 2024 Street Rehabilitation Project and receive a public safety update.

• Proposed Housing Improvement Area (HIA) Policy
• Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and Continuity of Operations (COOP) updates
• 2024 Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2024-01 – Channel Road traffic calming options
• 2024 Public Safety Update

The council held a conference meeting to review proposed policy revisions and project updates. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council and Planning Commission are holding a conference meeting to discuss the kickoff of the Zoning Code Recodification. This is the only item listed on the agenda.

• Zoning Code Recodification Kickoff

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an interim use permit. The body is considering whether to allow an electric security fence at a specific location.

• Public hearing for Interim Use Permit IUP #24-01 for an electric security fence at 4650 Main Street NE

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council deny an Interim Use Permit for a 10-foot electric security fence at 4650 Main Street NE. The commission also elected a new Vice Chair for 2024.

• Recommended denial of Interim Use Permit #24-01 for electric security fence at 4650 Main Street NE (5-1)
• Elected Ross Meisner as Vice Chair of the Planning Commission for 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved November 15, 2023, meeting minutes (unanimous)

Environmental Quality and Energy Commission

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission will meet to discuss the recodification of Chapter 512 regarding erosion control and stormwater management. The body will also review the 2024 Sustainability Tour and provide updates on the Energy Action Plan.

• Chapter 512 Erosion Control and Stormwater Management Recodification
• 2024 Sustainability Tour
• Title 5 Updates
• Energy Action Plan Updates
• Grant Updates

The Environmental Quality and Energy Commission voted unanimously to recommend Chapter 512 (Erosion Control and Stormwater Management) from Title 5 of the recodified City Code to the City Council. Commissioners also recommended that the City do additional outreach on preventing illicit discharge, including how to properly winterize pools. The commission approved its December 12, 2023 minutes and discussed a possible self-guided sustainability tour targeted for July. Staff reported the City received grants for a hydrodynamic separator in the 2024 Street Project Area and additional street sweeping equipment.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved the December 12, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Chapter 512 Erosion Control and Stormwater Management to the City Council (unanimous)
• Recommended additional City outreach on preventing illicit discharge, including proper winterizing of pools (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:54 p.m. (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will hold a conference meeting to receive departmental updates and review city policies. The body will discuss a special use permit for Islamic University and review the 2023 year-end performance and 2024 forecast for City Commissions.

• Islamic University Special Use Permit discussion
• 2023 Year End Review and 2024 Forecast of City Commissions
• Data Practices Policy update
• Employee Resources Department update
• Community Development update

The meeting consisted of updates and discussions regarding city operations. No substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating building and inspection fees and a land use designation change for 6101 University Avenue. The body is also considering an alley and easement vacation request for the Housing and Redevelopment Authority.

• Ordinance No. 1418 to update building and inspection fees
• Public hearing for alley and easement vacation SAV #23-04 at Mississippi Street and Central Avenue N.E.
• Proposed land use change from Commercial to Parks and Recreation for 6101 University Avenue
• Resolution No. 2024-18 for Change Order No. 2 regarding 53rd Avenue Trail and Walk Improvements
• Agreement with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for the Violent Crime Reduction Unit

The City Council approved an alley and easement vacation for the Housing and Redevelopment Authority at Mississippi Street and Central Avenue N.E. Council also authorized a land use designation change to Parks and Recreation for a property on University Avenue N.E. and updated electrical inspection fees.

• Approved alley and easement vacation SAV #23-04 for HRA (unanimous)
• Authorized Comprehensive Plan Amendment to change 6101 University Avenue N.E. from Commercial to Parks and Recreation (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1418 to update building and inspection fees (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-16 to schedule a public hearing on February 26, 2024, for Ordinance No. 1419 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-17 for participation in the Violent Crimes Reduction Unit (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-18 for Change Order No. 2 for 53rd Avenue Trail and Walk Improvements (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-21 for a temporary intoxicating liquor permit for the Fridley Fire Division (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2024-22 for claims ending February 7, 2024 (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review the site plan for the Plymouth-Logan-Edgewater Gardens neighborhood park. The body will also receive updates on Commons Park planning and discuss the division's mission and vision.

• Neighborhood Park Site Plan Review for Plymouth-Logan-Edgewater Gardens
• Commons Park Planning Update
• Springbrook Nature Center Foundation Spree Event
• Fridley Parks and Recreation Mission and Vision discussion

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved its February 5, 2024 agenda and the minutes from December 4, 2023 and January 2, 2024. It adopted version one of updated Parks and Recreation mission and vision statements. The rest of the meeting was updates and discussion: a Springbrook Nature Center Foundation event on April 6, 2024, a Commons Park planning update still in the concept phase, and neighborhood park designs for Edgewater Gardens, Logan, and Plymouth Square with construction planned for this summer.

• Approved February 5, 2024 meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 4, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 2, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted version one of updated Parks and Recreation mission and vision statements (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:31 p.m. (unanimous)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission is meeting to review Chapter 1 and discuss legal and staff reviews of Chapters 5 and 10. The body will also address administrative matters including the 2024 Nominating Committee Report.

• Review of Chapter 1
• Legal and staff reviews of Chapters 5 and 10
• 2024 Nominating Committee Report

The Fridley Charter Commission approved its January 9, 2024 minutes and accepted the 2024 Nominating Committee report, which nominated Rick Nelson as Chair, Clifford Johnson as Vice Chair, and Audrey Nelson as Secretary. The Commission voted to proceed with revised edits to Chapter 1 and, after reviewing City Attorney and staff comments on Chapter 5, agreed to have staff present a draft of suggested edits at its next meeting. No final decisions were made on Chapters 5 or 10.

• Approved January 9, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Accepted 2024 Nominating Committee report: Rick Nelson for Chair, Clifford Johnson for Vice Chair, Audrey Nelson for Secretary (unanimous voice vote)
• Voted to proceed with Chapter 1 as revised (unanimous voice vote)
• Agreed to have staff present a draft of suggested edits to Chapter 5 at the next meeting (no formal vote recorded)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council and HRA will meet to discuss the Comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment for Anoka County.

• Comprehensive Housing Needs Assessment for Anoka County

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority will meet to approve expenditures and previous meeting minutes. The body will also consider a resolution to amend a loan agreement with Sherman Associates.

• Resolution 2024-01: Amendment to Sherman Associates Loan Agreement
• Approval of expenditures
• Update on housing programs

The Fridley Housing and Redevelopment Authority unanimously approved an amendment to the loan agreement for the URSA Apartments, shifting the repayment start date to align with audited financial reports. The amendment extends the loan term by approximately four months. The board also approved expenditures and previous meeting minutes, and received updates on upcoming housing program events.

• Approved expenditures (voice vote, unanimous)
• Approved December 7, 2023 meeting minutes (voice vote, unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-01 amending Sherman Associates loan agreement (voice vote, unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will hold a conference meeting to review updates to the city's recodification and Emergency Operations Plan. The body will also discuss intergovernmental relations regarding Locke Park.

• Recodification update
• Emergency Operations Plan update
• Locke Park intergovernmental relations discussion

The council received updates on the recodification of Title 5 of the Fridley City Code and held a discussion regarding Locke Park intergovernmental relations. The Emergency Operations Plan update was moved to the February 12, 2024, meeting.

• Moved Emergency Operations Plan update to February 12, 2024 meeting

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating building and inspection fees and awarding a 2024 well rehabilitation project. The body is also reviewing agreements for a social worker program and water treatment design at Locke Park.

• Ordinance No. 1418 to update building and inspection fees
• Resolution No. 2024-07 awarding the 2024 Well Rehabilitation Project
• Resolution No. 2024-10 for a grant agreement with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for Locke Park Water Treatment Augmentation Design
• Resolution No. 2024-14 for an agreement with Canvas Health for an embedded social worker program
• Resolution No. 2024-09 for Change Order No. 1 for the 7th Street & 57th Avenue Trail Project

The City Council approved a $243,130 contract for well rehabilitation and a $500,000 MPCA grant for PFAS water treatment design. The council also advanced an update to building and inspection fees and approved several administrative resolutions.

• Awarded 2024 Well Rehabilitation Project to Bergerson-Caswell, Inc. for $243,130 (unanimous)
• Authorized $500,000 MPCA grant agreement for Locke Park Water Treatment Augmentation Design (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Ordinance No. 1418 to update building and inspection fees (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Canvas Health for an Embedded Social Worker Program (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to purchasing agent agreement with Bredemus Hardware Co., Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for 7th Street and 57th Avenue Trail Project (unanimous)
• Appointed election judges for the 2024 election year (unanimous)
• Approved city licenses and claims for the period ending January 17, 2024 (unanimous)

Charter Commission

The Charter Commission is meeting to conduct interviews for new members and discuss expiring terms. The body will also review updates and legal staff reviews for Chapters 1, 4, 5, and 10 of the city charter.

• New member interviews
• Review of expiring terms for Nikki Karnopp and Rick Nelson
• 2024 Nominating Committee discussion
• Chapter 4 update
• Legal and staff reviews of Chapters 1, 5, and 10

The Charter Commission recommended three residents for appointment and two current members for reappointment to the Chief Judge. The Commission also voted to remove the word "morals" from the Powers of the City section and directed staff to revise Chapter 1 of the Charter.

• Recommended Doug Schmitz for appointment (unanimous)
• Recommended Audrey Nelson for appointment (unanimous)
• Recommended Clifford Johnson for appointment (unanimous)
• Recommended Nikki Karnopp for reappointment (unanimous)
• Recommended Rick Nelson for reappointment (unanimous)
• Approved removing 'morals' from Powers of the City section (9-1)
• Directed staff to revise Chapter 1 for February meeting (unanimous)

Council Conference Meeting

The City Council will review the December 2023 and year-to-date finance updates. The body will also discuss revisions to the Financial Management Policy.

• December 2023 and year-to-date finance update
• Financial Management Policy revisions

The council held a conference meeting to review the December 2023 year-to-date finance update and proposed revisions to the Financial Management Policy. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions regarding 2024 local improvement projects and street rehabilitation. The body is also reviewing financial management policy revisions and a grant application for municipal inflow and infiltration.

• Resolution No. 2024-03: Use of Municipal State Aid System Funding for 2024 Local Improvement Projects
• Resolution No. 2024-04: Final plans and bids for Street Rehabilitation Project No. ST2024-01
• Resolution No. 2024-06: Financial Management Policy Revisions
• Resolution No. 2024-05: Municipal Inflow and Infiltration Grant Application with Metropolitan Council Environmental Services
• Resolution No. 2024-01: City Council Appointments and Designations

The Fridley City Council unanimously approved a $50,000 grant from Metropolitan Council Environmental Services to address inflow and infiltration issues in private sewer services during 2024. The council also adopted resolutions confirming appointments, authorizing state aid funding for local improvements, and ordering bids for street rehabilitation projects. A resident raised concerns about the University Avenue service road narrowing, but no action was taken on this issue during the meeting.

• Approved Resolution No. 2024-05 for $50,000 I/I grant (voice vote, unanimous)
• Adopted Consent Agenda including minutes from Dec 18, 2023 meetings (voice vote, unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-01 confirming Council appointments and designations (voice vote, unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-03 authorizing Municipal State Aid funding for 2024 local improvements (voice vote, unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-04 ordering bids for 2024 Street Rehabilitation Project ST2024-01 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-06 approving Financial Management Policy revisions (voice vote, unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-02 approving claims for period ending Jan 3, 2024 (voice vote, unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:33 p.m. (voice vote, unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to conduct a tour of Moore Lake Park. The remainder of the agenda consists of procedural items.

• Moore Lake Park Tour

The Commission held a tour of Moore Lake Park on January 2, 2024. No substantive actions were taken during this meeting as the tour was informational only.