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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJuly 12, 2004 RegularCITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 590 40th Avenue N.E., Columbia Heights, MN 55421-3878 (763) 706-3600 TDD (763) 706-3692 Visit Our Website at: www. ci. columbia-heights, mn.us ADMINISTRATION July 7, 2004 MaFor Julienne Wyckoff Counclbnember$ Robert A. Williams Bruce Nawrocki Tamlllera gric$olz Bruce Kelzenberg CitF Manager Walter R. Fehst The following is the agenda for the regular meeting of the City Council to be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, July 12, 2004 in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 590 40th Avenue N.E., Columbia Heights, MN. The City of Columbia Heights does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, acco~mnodation will be provided to allow h~dividuals with disabilities to participate in all City of Columbia Heights' services, programs, and activities. Auxiliary aids for disabled persons are available upon request when the request is made at least 96 hours in advance. Please call the Administrative Secretary at 763-706- 3606, to make arrm~gements. (TDD/706-3692 for deaf or hearing impaired only) Invocation: Theresa Taylor, Oak Hill Baptist Church 1. CALL TO ORDER/APPOINTMENT OF SECRETARY PRO TEM/ROLL CAI,I, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA (The Council, upon majority vote of its members, may make additions and deletions to the agenda. These may be items brought to the attention of the Council under the Citizen Forum or items submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.) PROCLAMATIONS~ PRESENTATIONS~ RECOGNITIONS AND GUESTS A) Proclamations -National Night Out--August 3, 2004 B) Presentations 1) 2004 Values First Community Recogmition Awards Barb Warren to present Individual, Business, and Cormnunity Organization Awards 2) Dawn Dubats, Environmental Education Coordinator, Rice Creek Watershed District C) Introduction of New Employees - Wendy Eckert, Payroll/Accounting Clerk D) Recognition - none CONSENT AGENDA (These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted as part of the Consent Agenda by one motion. Items removed from consent agenda approval will be taken up as the next order of business.) A) MOTION: Move to approve the Consent Agenda items as follows: 1) Approve City Council Meeting Minutes for the June 28, 2004, Re~mlar Ci_ty Council meeting MOTION: Move to approve the minutes of the June 28, 2004, regular City Council meeting as presented. 2) Accept Boards and Commissions Meeting Minutes MOTION: Move to accept the minutes of the following boards/commissions: a) Traffic Commission meeting minutes of June 28, 2004 THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER City Council Agenda July 12, 2004 Page 2 of 3 3) Establish a Hearing Date of July 26, 2004, for Revocation or Suspension of Rental Property License at 1162-1164 Cheery Lane N.E. MOTION: Move to establish a hearing date of July 26, 2004, for revocation or suspension of a license to operate a rental property within the City of Columbia Heights against Katherine Crosby at 1162-1164 Cheery Lane N.E. 4) Authorize Final Payment for Zone6B Street Rehabilitation Projects MOTION: Move to accept the work for 2003 Street Rehabilitation Projects in Zone 6B, City Project No. 0302 and authorize final payment of $15,094.90 to Midwest Asphalt Corporation of Hopkins, Minnesota. 5) Approve Goal Setting Sessions of the Ci_ty Council and Staff MOTION: Move to approve Monday, July 19, 2004, at 6 p.m. and Monday, August 2, 2004, at 6 p.m. at the Senior Center at Murzyn Hall as goal setting session meetings of the City Council and staff. 6) Approve Transfer of Safe and Sober Program Funds from General Fund to Police 2004 Budget Overtime MOTION: Move to transfer $1,386.71, the total amount of money received from the State of Minnesota for our efforts in Safe and Sober program, from the General Fund to the Police Department 2004 budget line 1020 Overtime. 7) Accept 2003 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and the Independent Auditors Report MOTION: Move to accept the 2003 independent auditors report from HLB Tautges Redpath, Ltd. including the Comprehensive Amaual Financial Report for the City of Columbia Heights. MOTION: Move to direct the City Manager to follow up on the auditor's recommendations and to report back to the City Council regarding the implementation of the auditor's recommendations. 8) Approve Bu'siness License Applications MOTION: Move to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for July 12, 2004, as presented. 9) Approve Payment of Bills MOTION: Move to approve payment of the bills out of the proper funds as listed in the attached check register covering Check Number 109036 through 109170 in the amount of $2,623,315.98 PUBLIC HEARINGS A) Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1472, Being an Ordinance Prohibiting Surface Drainage Connections and Discharge into the Ci_ty of Columbia Heights Sanitary Sewer System MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1472, there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to adopt Ordinance No. 1472, being an Ordinance prohibiting surface drainage connections and discharge into the City of Columbia Heights sanitary sewer system. Public Hearing called for Revocation/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 1019 37th Avenue N.E. MOTION: Move to close the public hearing regarding the revocation or suspension of the rental license Held by Erika Thom regarding rental property at 1019 37th Avenue N.E. in that an extension of time to correct the violations on the property has been applied for and granted. City Council Agenda July 12, 2004 Page 3 of 3 C) Public Hearing called for Revocation/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 4147 Washington Street N.E. MOTION: Move to close the public hearing regarding the revocation or suspension of the rental license held by Larry Wakeman regarding rental property at 4147 Washington Street N.E. in that the property is being considered a single family home. 7. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION A) Other Ordinances and Resolutions - none B) Bid Considerations -none C) Other Business 1) Discussion of Decision Resources Survey Discussion of survey documents and presentation by Bill Morris at the joint meeting of the City Council and School District. Full report will not be available until next week. 8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS A) Report of the City Manager 1) Upcoming Work Session Items B) Report of the City Attorney 9. CITIZENS FORUM (At this time, citizens have an opportunity to discuss with the Council items not on the regular agenda. Citizens are requested to limit their comments to five minutes.) 10. COUNCIL CORNER 11. ADJOURNMENT Walter R. Fehst, City Manager WF/cb * ***National Night Out** * * 2004 Proclamation W_i-~_ER A~q' The National Taw- W.toh Assac~-tlnn ~s to-coast community crime prevention project on the' evening of August 3fa, 2004 called "National Night Out," and "Minnesota Communities United Against Crime," and WHERAS: It is important that all citizens of Columbia Heights be aware of the importance of crime prevention programs and the positive impact that their participation can have on reducing crime and drugs in our neighborhoods: and W}IERAS: "National Night Out" provides an opportunity for Columbia Heights to join together with over 10,000 communities across the country in support of safer neighborhoods and to demonstrate the success of cooperative crime prevention efforts; and WHERAS: Neighborhood spirit and cooperation is the theme of the "National Night Out" project and plays an important role in helping the Columbia Heights Police Department fight the war on crime and drugs in our community. Now, Therefore, I, Julienne Wyckoff, Mayor of the City of Columbia Heights, do hereby call upon all citizens of our community to join the Columbia Heights Police Department in supporting and participating in "National Night Out" on Tuesday August 3~a, 2004. FURTHER LET IT BE RESOLVED, that I hereby proclaim Tuesday August 3~a, 2004 as "NATIONAL NIGHT OUT" in Columbia Heights. Mayor Julienne Wyckoff July, 2004 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING JUNE 28, 2004 7:00 P.M. The invocation was provided by Rev. David Briley of Oak Hill Baptist Church. CALL TO ORDER/APPOINTMENT OF SECRETARY PRO TEM/ROLL CALL Mayor Julienne Wyckoff called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. Motion by Nawrocki, seconded by Williams to appoint Carole Blowers as the Secretary Pro Tern. Motion passed unanimously. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA (The Council, upon majority vote of its members, may make additions and deletions to the agenda. These may be items brought to the attention of the Council under the Citizen Forum or items submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.) Nawrocki: Add item on limiting residemial rental units (add to Other Business Item #2) Wyckoff: Add meeting regarding joint meeting with school board on June 29, 2004, (add to end of Consent items) PROCLAMATIONS~ PRESENTATIONS~ RECOGNITIONS AND GUESTS There were no proclamations, presentations, or recognitions. Joseph Kloiber, new Assistant Finance Director, introduced himself and gave a brief summary of his previous work experience. Joe started on June 21, 2004. CONSENT AGENDA (These items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted as part of the Consent Agenda by one motion. Items removed from consent agenda approval will be taken up as the next order of business.) THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WERE REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND DISCUSSED IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE CONSENT ITEMS: Items 3 (establishing work session date of July 6) Item 5 (renewal proceedings under the Cable Communications Policy Act), and Item 7 (Molan Terrace Cul-de-sac "No parking" item) After the City Manager reviewed each individual consent item, a motion was made by Ericson, seconded by Williams to approve the Consent Agenda items as follows: Approve Ci_ty Council Meeting Minutes for the June 14, 2004, Regnlar Ci_ty Council meeting MOTION: Move to approve the minutes of the June 14, 2004, regular City Council meeting after changing Gary Peterson's address from Lincoln Terrace to Lincoln Street on the bottom of page 1 and changing the word "Teamsters" to "LELS" on page 8, first paragraph after Resolution 2004-31. Accept Boards and Commissions Meeting Minutes MOTION: Move to accept the minutes of the following boards/commissions: a) Library Board of Trustees meeting minutes of June 1, 2004 Nawrocki asked what is ILS and who is hiring a consultant to do a RFP (Anoka County) City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 2 of 19 b) Traffic Commission meeting minutes of May 3, 2004, and June 7, 2004 Adopt Resolution No. 2004-35/Approve the 2004-2005 International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) Contract A~eement MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution 2004-35, there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution 2004-35, regarding the Labor Agreement between the City of Colun~bia Heights and the International Association of Fire Fighters, effective January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2005. RESOLUTION 2004-35 REGARDING LABOR AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS AND INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF FIREFIGHTERS, LOCAL 1216 WHEREAS, negotiations have proceeded between the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF), Local 1216, representing Firefighters of the City, and the City' s negotiating spokesperson, and said negotiations have resulted in a mutually acceptable contract for calendar years 2004 and 2005; WHEREAS, a copy of said contract is available at the Office of the City Manager and is made a part hereof by reference; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the contract agreement, as negotiated, be and is hereby established as the salary and fringe benefit program for calendar years 2004 and 2005 for IAFF bargaining unit employees of the City; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and City Manager be authorized to execute this agreement. Passed this day of ,2004. Approve Temporary Handicap Parking Spaces on Jackson Street for Fun Fest Nawrocki questioned how did this get up to ten spaces, when he thought it was originally less. Kevin Hansen, Public Works Director, said they are counting spaces on both sides of the street. MOTION: Move to approve up to ten temporary handicap parking spaces on Jackson Street, annually, the first weekend of August, between the parking lot entrances to Immaculate Conception Church from the Wednesday prior to Fun Fest at Immaculate Conception Chm'ch until the Tuesday after. Establish a Hearing Date of July 12, 2004, for Revocation or Suspension of Rental Property License at 1019 37th Avenue N.E. and 4147 Washington Street N.E. MOTION: Move to establish a hearing date of July 12, 2004, for revocation or suspension of a license to operate a rental property within the City of Columbia Heights against Erika Thom at 1019 37th Avenue N.E. MOTION: Move to establish a hearing date of July 12, 2004, for revocation or suspension of a license to operate a rental property within the City of Columbia Heights against Larry Wakeman at 4147 Washington Street N.E. Authorize Final Change Order No. 1 to the Zone 6A Street Rehabilitation City Project 0202 and Accept Work for Same and Authorize Final Pawnent to Park Construction Company Nawrocki questioned the quality of the base material and asked if soil testing is done before the project. Kevin Hansen, Public Works Director, stated that a visual inspection is done before the project. Actual soil testing is done during construction. In this project, additional excavation was required. He further explained that there are different materials at an intersection compared to 200 feet down the street. The area referred to is Zone 6A, City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 3 of 19 42nd and 44th, Jackson and VanBuren to 40th and 7th Street from 42nd to 44th. It was noted that this project is two years old. This was for remediating work; settling of street, and final clean up issues. MOTION: Move to authorize final Change Order No. 1 for additional work subgrade and common excavation, granular borrow and aggregate base materials, as well as additional sidewalk replacement to the Zone 6A Street Rehabilitation, City Project 0202 to Park Construction Company in the amount of $22,214.30 to be funded out of the PIR Fund, or Assessments ($11,107.15) and the Infrastructure Fund ($11,107.15). MOTION: Move to accept the work for 2002 Street Rehabilitation Projects in Zone 6A, City Project Number 0202 and authorize final payment of $113,028.55 to Park Construction Company of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Approve Business License Applications MOTION: Move to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for June 28, 2004, as presented. Approve Payment of Bills MOTION: Move to approve payment of the bills out of the proper funds as listed in the attached check register covering Check Number 108841 through 109035 in the amount of $970,549.78. Nawrocki stated there are several consultant payments listed--he would like a list of consultant contracts we have and are using, how much the original contracts were supposed to be for, and what they are for. He also requested information on the study done on Huset Park. The following item was added to the consent agenda: Approve Joint Meeting with the School Board at 7 p.m. regarding results of the survey from Decision Resources, Inc. Nawrocki asked if we got a copy of the final survey results yet. The City Manager stated we would get those tomorrow night at the joint meeting. The city is paying half of the survey costs. The School Board is requesting the council attend tomorrow night. MOTION: To approve the special joint meeting of the Columbia Heights School Board and the Columbia Heights City Council to discuss results of the Columbia Heights City/School Residential Survey conducted by Decision Resources, Ltd. on Tuesday, June 29, 2004, at 7:00 p.m. at the Family Center Community Room, 1460 49th Avenue N.E., Columbia Heights. The following items were removed from consent and discussed at this time: Establish Work Session Meeting Date for Tuesday, July 6, 2004, at 7:00 p.m. The City Manager explained there are no items for this work session agenda. Instead, he stated, he would like to set two goal setting sessions with facilitator Don Salverda, the city council, and the division heads on We th . dnesday, July 7 , at 7 p.m. at Murzyn Hall. The C~ty Manager explained that Mr. Salverda has facilitated a similar type of meeting with the division heads and city council members in the past. Mr. Salverda is an ex- councilmember and ex-police officer. Nawrocki stated he is not in favor of having this meeting with Mr. Salverda-~it is a waste of money. He asked what the cost would be ($2,000 plus expenses), and if this was budgeted for. The City Manager stated it was. Nawrocki stated maybe Salverda should re-consider his proposal at 4/5 the price. He again stated we don't need an outside consultant to do this. We could use two nights to delve into the budget ourselves. He also City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 4 of 19 stated that the League of Minnesota Cities has programs and facilitators we could use, and he felt it would not cost this much. There are other resources available on how to best utilize the resources we have to meet whatever budget goals we want. We need a more meaningful approach to handling the budget situation. Williams stated there could be a change in the complexion of the council in just a few months, and that should be considered. The City Manager again explained that we have $9 million worth of budget to discuss, and we should use Salverda as a mediator to assist us in setting goals as a team. He acknowledged the composition of the council could change in a few months. However, some cities have goal setting sessions every year. We need to exercise judgement on the budget. Two million out of a $8.5 million budget will be lost due to Local Government Aid cuts. Wyckoff stated we need to elaborate on ideas the division heads had and possibly consolidate services with other cities. Salverda could give us ideas. She is interested in such a goal setting session, but stated she would not be available the week of July 13th for a second session. Ericson stated she has spoke with another city who used Salverda in a goal setting session, and they were most pleased with him as a facilitator. Motion by Kelzenberg, seconded by Ericson, to hold a goal setting meeting with Don Salverda at a cost not to exceed $2,000 (plus expenditures) for a meeting on July 7, 2004, at 7 p.m. at Murzyn Hall. Roll call vote: Ayes: Ericson, Kelzenberg, Williams, Wyckoff; Nayes: Nawrocki. Motion passed. Designate Molan Terrace Cul-de-sac as "No Parking" The Mayor asked to have this item removed from the consent agenda. Howard Seim, 1425 Molan Terrace, spoke on this issue. This issue has been before the Traffic Commission two times. Molan Terrace is a small cul-de-sac with a 30 foot radius. He stated this is a safety and traffic issue. The parking on the street is not an issue. Deb Johnson, 41 st Avenue, stated parking conditions are bad all over near the parks. Motion by Nawrocki, seconded by Kelzenberg to designate the cul-de-sac east of 1425 and 1440 Molan Terrace as "No Parking" based on staff recommendation and pending recommendation by the Traffic Commission. Motion passed unanimously. Adopt Resolution No. 2004-36, Being a Resolution Concerning the Commencement of Renewal Proceedings Under the Cable Communications Policy Act of 1984, as Amended Nawrocki asked to have this item removed from the consent agenda. Steve Guzzetta from the law offices of Creighton, Bradley, and Guzzeta spoke briefly about the renewal process. The Comcast contract renewal comes up the end of 2006, and we start the renewal process now. The City needs to commence the renewal process by passing this resolution to bring the city into compliance with federal law. Nawrocki asked Guzzetta to briefly summarize what we are really doing here in renewing the franchise. Guzzetta stated we entered into a cable contract with Comcast's predecessor in 1990, which is good until November 9, 2006. Comcast uses the city's right of way to provide cable service to the citizens of Columbia Heights. Every so often, the franchise is up for renewal. Federal law sets out a process for which that decision is guided. Guzzetta explained there is the contract negotiation process (part of the informal process), and more City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 5 of 19 steps and processes then follow (the formal process). Both the informal and formal renewal process can occur concurrently. It was reiterated that Comcast does not have an exclusive franchise with the City. The first step in the whole process is to assess the needs and interests of the community. It would be a good time to receive suggestions for different stations, but specific programming cannot be dictated. Bobby Williams asked who he should contact about Comcast complaints. Complaints should be referred to Linda Magee or Jean Kuelm, and they are referred to Kathi Donnelly-Cohen, Director of Government Relations for Comcast. Nawrocki stated federal law limits us from what we can require from Comcast; people that do have concerns should call anyone on the council or city staff about this. Kathi Donnelly-Cohen of Comcast described the two processes (formal and informal). She stated Comcast has had a good relationship with the city and hopes to continue this relationship. She again reiterated that if anyone has any cable concerns, they should contact Linda or Jean. The Mayor stated she gets so much mail frO1Tl Comcast. She asked if someone from Comcast could come on our cable show and explain analog boxes and digital boxes and other issues. Kathi stated in 2006, all analog boxes will go away. You can hook up your computer to their Internet service. A third product available from Comcast is a digital telephone, which goes directly into your telephone wiring in your house. Nawrocki stated Kathi Donnelly-Cohen has been very good about taking care of complaints very promptly. MOTION by Nawrocki, seconded by Williams to waive the reading of the resolution, there being ample copies available to the public. Motion passed unanimously. MOTION by Nawrocki, seconded by Williams to adopt Resolution No. 2004-36, being a resolution concerning the commencement of renewal proceedings under the Cable Communications Policy Act of 1984, as amended. RESOLUTION NO. 2004-36 A RESOLUTION CONCERNING THE COMMENCEMENT OF RENEWAL PROCEEDINGS UNDER THE FEDERAL CABLE COMMUNICATIONS POLICY ACT OF 1984, AS AMENDED WHEREAS, the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota, ("City") adopted Ordinance No. 1202, amending Ordinance No. 853 (collectively, the Cable Communications Franchise Ordinance set forth in Chapter 11 of the City Code ("Franchise Ordinance")) on or about June 25, 1990, authorizing Teleprompter of Columbia Heights/Hilltop, Inc. d/b/a Cable T.V. North Central to construct, operate and maintain a cable system within the territorial limits of the City ("Franchise"); and WHEREAS, as a result of several transfers of the Franchise, Comcast of Minnesota, Inc. ("Comcast") is the current holder and owner of the Franchise; and WHEREAS, by the terms of the Franchise Ordinance, the Franchise is scheduled to expire on November 9, 2006; and WHEREAS, by letter dated February 3, 2004, from Comcast to the City, Comcast invoked the formal renewal procedure set forth in Section 626 of the Cable Communications Policy Act of 1984, as amended, 47 U.S.C. § 546 (the "Cable Act"); and City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 6 of 19 WHEREAS, Section 626(a)(1) of the Cable Act, 47 U.S.C. § 546(a)(1), provides that if an appropriate written renewal request is submitted by the cable operator during the 6-month period which begins with the 36th month before franchise expiration and ends with the 30th month prior to franchise expiration, a franchising authority shall, within six months of the request, commence a proceeding to identify the future cable-related community needs and interests, and to review the performance of the cable operator under the franchise during the then current franchise term; and WHEREAS, the City is desirous of commencing the renewal proceedings specified in Section 626(a)(1) of the Cable Act, 47 U.S.C. § 546(a)(1) and, at the same time, of also considering the possibility of pursuing the informal renewal process with Comcast pursuant to Section 626(h) of the Cable Act, 47 U.S.C. § 546(h); and WHEREAS, the City must provide the public with notice of, and an opportunity to participate in, proceedings under Section 626(a) of the Cable Act, and such proceedings may involve the collection and analysis of information from Comcast, City agencies and departments, the public and other interested parties and may require one or more public hearings; and WHEREAS, the City desires that the proceedings under Section 626(a) of the Cable Act be managed and conducted by the City Manager, or his designee; and WHEREAS, the City intends to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to take any and all steps required or desired to comply with the requirements of the Cable Act and the Franchise Ordinance. NOW, THEREFORE, the following is resolved: Section 1. That the City hereby commences formal franchise renewal ascertainment and past performance proceedings under Section 626(a)(1) of the Cable Act, 47 U. S.C. § 546(a)(1), concerning Comcast. Section 2. That the City Manager, or his designee, is authorized to manage and conduct proceedings in accordance with Section 626(a)(1) of the Cable Act, 47 U.S.C. § 546(a)(1), and to take all steps and actions necessary or desired to conduct such proceedings and to comply with applicable law. Section 3. That the City Manager, or his designee, may explore with Comcast the possibility of pursuing the informal renewal process under Section 626(h) of the Cable Act, 47 U.S.C. § 546(h). If the City and Comcast decide to utilize the informal renewal process, the City Manager, or his designee, is authorized to negotiate with Comcast concerning matters relating to the renewal of the Franchise. Section 4. That the City Manager, or his designee, shall provide the public with notice of, and an opportunity to participate in, proceedings conducted under Section 626(a)(1) of the Cable Act, 47 U.S.C. § 546(a)(1). Section 5. That the City Manager, or his designee, may establish procedures and dates for the conduct of any hearings related to the Section 626(a) proceedings and may establish procedures and dates for the submission of testimony and other information in connection with the proceeding. Section 6. That the City Manager, or his designee, is authorized to request Comcast to submit such information as may be deemed appropriate in connection with the Section City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 7 of 19 626(a) proceedings, to gather such other information from other persons or sources as may be deemed appropriate, and to take such further steps as may be needed or desired to ensure the City's and the public's interests are fully protected. Section 7. That the City reserves, to the full extent permitted by law, all of its rights with_ respect to determining whether to renew the Franchise. Section 8. That the City Manager, or its designee, shall keep the City Council fully apprised of the status and progress of franchise renewal proceedings and negotiations. Passed this day of ., 2004. PUBLIC HEARINGS First Reading of Ordinance No. 1472, Being an Ordinance Prohibiting Surface Drainage Connections and Discharge into the Ci_ty of Columbia Heights Sanitary Sewer System Kevin Hansen, Public Works Director, stated an Inflow and Infiltration study was done in 1983 which identified two areas in town to start on and stated several other recommendations. The main problem is to get rid of inflow sources into the sanitary sewer by establishing a sump pump disconnection program. Areas to target were 47th Avenue to the north, 42nd on the south, Central Avenue to Reservoir Boulevard with 880 parcels in it. Area 13 had excessive inflow in that area. The area near the lift station should also be included. Mayor Wyckoff asked if this would cover certain parcels--not the entire city? The ordinance applies to the entire city. Inspections will be done by our trained staff. We would look at these two areas mentioned above to make a positive impact on the problem. Inspections can be done one of two ways: by a licensed plumber or city staff that signs off that there are no illegal cross connections. The Mayor had questions on the "incentive" and "Surcharge" paragraphs. It was noted that the financial incentives go away after 2006. She was concerned on how the city was going to get into all those properties by 2004. If we are not allowed to do an inspection, a resident could hire a plumber and have them perform that inspection. Physical inspections must be done; you cannot tell from the street. Charge $100 after "x" number of attempts have been made to do the inspection. If access is not allowed or they don't hire a plumber, we will assess the surcharge fee. The sump pump disconnect is a visual inspection only. Williams noted we are offering $500 and asked what other cities are offering. The Public Works Director noted some cities give financial assistance; most did not. It is a council decision if you want to do that. Twenty-two cities were asked; only two offered financial assistance. Nawrocki stated he is waiting for list of problems reported to us-- street sewer lines that have been plugged. We need to educate the public on the problems for several months, and inform them that we would help them correct the problem. He disagreed with how we plan to enforce the penalty, and it seemed to him bills sent out in August could accrue penalties already. There seems to be a more reasonable way to offer a program to educate them--don't use a strong arm approach. We should emphasize consequences and be user-friendly. The Mayor stated it's been in the city newsletter, discussed at several council meetings, and has on the cable. We have been educating the public all along. She suggested we change the surcharge date (six months later or whatever or 2005) until the program has been established. Ericson stated we want to have something to enforce--to have the right to inspect. If corrections are made in the first six months, offer a $500 incentive and no penalty, which is certainly a user friendly approach. City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 8 of 19 Williams stated he felt this was a good approach and did not feel it was using a "strong arm" approach. The council was advised that Moundsview has adopted a similar program; Minneapolis has such an ordinance but does not have an active enforcement program. It was noted, that in order to get the insurance, we must clean the lines in reasonable timeframes. Also passing this ordinance is another way to get the insurance. MOTION by Ericson, seconded by Williams, to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1472, there being ample copies available to the public. Ayes: Ericson, Kelzenberg, Williams, Wyckoff; Abstain: Nawrocki MOTION by Ericson, seconded by Williams, to set the second reading of Ordinance No. 1472, being an ordinance prohibiting surface drainage connections and discharge into the City of Columbia Heights sanitary sewer system with the change of date in the surcharge to January 1, 2005, for July 12, 2004, at approximately 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Ayes: Ericson, Kelzenberg, Nawrocki (but reserves his right to oppose the ordinance the next time),Williams, Wyckoff ORDINANCE NO. 1472 BEING AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING SURFA CE DRAINA GE CONNECTIONS AND DISCHARGES INTO THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM The City of Columbia Heights does hereby establish Chapter 8, Article VHI of the City Code to read as follows: 8.801 Purpose: The purpose of this ordinance is to implement regulations that will aid the City in limiting and reducing the inflow of rainwater (or clear water) into the sanitary sewer system. The ordinance will be utilized to minimize the overflow problem resulting from the lack of capacity of the sanitary sewer system to handle large amounts of rainwater. Other sources of inflow and infiltration are discharges of water from rooftops; surface water, groundwater sump pumps, footing tiles, swimming pools, or other natural precipitation sources that may flow into the city sewer system and potentially cause flooding or overloading of the City's sewage system. When clear water is discharged into the sanitary sewer system it is treated at the sewage treatment plant. This results in added expenses for the City. The City of Columbia Heights, therefore, finds it in the best interest of the city to prohibit such discharges into the sanitary sewer system in order to protect and maintain the health and property of its residents. 8.802 Definitions: Area Drain- is a receptacle designed to collect and convey surface or storm water to the drainage system. Clearwater- is any surface flow, runoff, and drainage that does not contain any hazardous substance or sewage. This includes, but is not limited to, NPDES permitted discharges, storm water and water from foundation and footing drains and basement sump pumps. Combined Sewer- is a sewer that must handle flow of both sanitary wastewater and storm water in a single pipeline. Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO)- occurs when excessive amounts of rainfall enter a sanitary sewer system. The result is a volume of rainwater and sanitary wastewater, which exceeds the system's capacity. Combined rainwater and sewage is forced to overflow into area streams and rivers through City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 9 of 19 outfalls. Hazardous Substances- are materials which may cause or contribute to a substantial hazard to human health, safety, property or the environment based upon its quantity, concentration, physical, chemical, or infectious nature. These may include: (1) Any gasoline, benzene, naphtha, fuel oil, or other flammable or explosive liquid, solid or gas. (2) Any waters containing toxic or poisonous solids, liquids, or gases in sufficient quantity, either singly or by interaction with other wastes, to injure or interfere with any sewage treatment process, constitute a hazard to humans or animals, or create any hazard in the receiving waters or the wastewater treatment plant. (3) Any waters or wastes having a pH lower than 5.5, or having any other corrosive property capable of causing damage or hazard to structures, equipment, and personnel of the wastewater works. Liquid Waste- means the discharge from any fixture, appliance, or appurtenance that does not receive fecal matter. 8.803 8.804 Owner- shall mean the person who is listed as property owner or taxpayer by Anoka County. Runoff- precipitation and other surface drainage that is not infiltrated into or otherwise retained by the soil, concrete, asphalt, or other surface upon which it falls. Sanitary Sewer System- pipelines, pumping stations, force mains, and all other construction devices, and mechanical devices used for conveying sewage or industrial waste or other wastes to a point of ultimate disposal. Storm Water- is any surface flow, runoff, and drainage consisting entirely of water from any form of natural precipitation. Compliance: Compliance with other Codes and Laws. Compliance with the provisions of this chapter does not release a person from any responsibility to comply with any other law or regulation, whether federal, state, or local. Conflict. In the event that the provisions of the chapter shall conflict with any Minnesota statue or any federal statute, the Minnesota statute or federal statute shall govern to the extent of any direct conflict Violations. Any person who violated any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of an ordinance violation and subject to punishment and penalties identified elsewhere in this ordinance. Prohibited Discharges: Prohibited Discharges. No clear water from any roof, surface, groundwater, sump pump, footing tile, swimming pool, other buildings or structures which require, because of infiltration of water into basements, crawl spaces, and the like, a sump pump discharge system shall have a permanently installed discharge line which shall not at any time discharge water into the sanitary sewer system. No person shall discharge or cause to be discharged hazardous substances to any public sewers. Disconnection. Before August 1, 2004, any person having a yard drain, roof surface, tile, or swimming pool now connected and/or discharging into the sanitary sewer system shall be disconnected or removed. Any disconnects or openings in the sanitary sewer system shall be closed or repaired in an effective, City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 10 of 19 workmanlike manner, as approved by the Public Works Director or his designated agent. Sump pumps shall not be connected to the sanitary sewer. Prior to the closing of the sale of a dwelling, the seller must request that the sump pumps and drain tiled be inspected by the City visually and/or by smoking to ensure that they are not connected in any manner to the sanitary sewer system. If the City determines that the sump pump or drain tile is illegally connected to the sanitary sewer system, the situation must be corrected before the unit is considered in compliance to be sold. Manner of Disconnection. The disconnection shall be accomplished by a complete and permanent method and performed in a competent manner. Any disconnection, plugging, capping, rerouting, altering, or modifying must be done is accordance with all applicable state and city building codes. A permanent installation shall be one which provides for year round discharge capability to either the outside of the dwelling, building, or structure, or is connected to city storm sewer or discharge through the curb and gutter to the street. It shall consist of a rigid discharge line, without valving or quick connections for altering the path of discharge, and if connected to the city storm sewer line, shall include a check valve and air gap located in a small diameter structure. 8.805 Inspections: Inspection. Every person owning improved real estate that discharges into the City of Columbia Heights sanitary sewer system shall allow a city employee or a designated representative of the city to inspect the building to confirm that there is no sump pump or other prohibited discharges into the sanitary system. In lieu of having the city inspect their property before the sale of a dwelling, the property owner may furnish a certificate from a licensed plumber certifying that the property is in compliance with this section. Any person refusing to allow their property to be inspected or refusing to furnish a plumber's certificate within twenty-one (21) days of the date City employee(s) or their designated representatives are denied admittance to the property, shall immediately become subject to the surcharge hereinafter provided for. Any property found to violate this ordinance shall make the necessary changes to comply with ordinance and furnish proof of the changes to the City. New Construction. All new dwellings that are permitted to install a sump pump after June 1, 2004, shall have a pump that is piped to the outside of the dwelling before a certificate of occupancy is issued. New homes will be required to have their sump pump system inspected within (30) days of occupancy and a certificate of compliance must be completed before the property owner may occupy the property. Incentive. There are a number of methods to dispose of sump pump effluent. Any property which has an existing illegal connection may apply for financial assistance by requesting a City inspector to verify the illegal connection, have the repair completion verified and submit a receipt for labor and/or materials (self help labor rate valued at $50). Upon verification of the corrective action and costs, the City will remit to the property owner the cost to correct the illegal connection to a maximum of $500 per installation. The property owner may petition the City to abate the problem and assess the property owner's cost for the corrective work over a 1-year period. This incentive program is in effect until December 31, 2006. Surcharge. A surcharge of $100.00 per month is hereby imposed on every sewer bill mailed on an after August 1, 2004 to property owners who are not found to be in compliance with this section or who have refused to allow the city to inspect the property. The surcharge will be added to the property owner's utility billing until the property is found to be in compliance. City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 11 of 19 Penalties. (a) Any person found to be violating any provision of this ordinance shall be served by the City with written notice stating the nature of the violation and providing a reasonable time limit for the satisfactory correction thereof. The offender shall, within the period of time stated in such notice, permanently cease all violations. (b) h~ the event that the owner fails to correct the situation within the given time period, the City may correct it and collect all such costs together with reasonable attorney fees, or in the alternative, by certifying said costs of correction as any other special assessment upon the land from which said correction of said violation was made. Winter Discharge. The City Manager and his/her designee shall issue a permit to allow a property owner to discharge surface water into the sanitary sewer system. The permit shall authorize such discharge only from November 1st to March 30th of each year and a property owner is required to meet at least one of the following criteria in order to obtain a permit: The freezing of the surface water discharge from sump pump or footing drain is causing a dangerous condition, such as ice buildup or flooding, on public or private property. The property owner has demonstrated that there is a danger that the sump pump or footing drain pipes will freeze up and result in either failure or damage to sump pump unit of the footing drain and cause basement flooding. The water being discharged from the sump pump or footing drain cannot be readily discharged into a stonrt drain or other acceptable drainage system. Following ten days written notice and an opportunity to be heard, the City Manager may require a property to discharge their sump pump into the sanitary sewer from November 1st to March 30th, if surface water discharge is causing an icy condition on streets. Disclaimer. The City of Columbia Heights does not guarantee or imply that areas will be free from flooding or flood damages caused by inflow and infiltration. The City does not assume a specific duty as to individual property owners to enforce this ordinance, but is enacting the ordinance as a general regulation. This ordinance shall not create liability on the part of the city or its offices or employees for any flood damage that may result from failure to comply with any portion of this ordinance or any administrative decisions made pursuant thereto, whatever the cause. Effective Date. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty days (30) after its passage. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1470 being an Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 853, Ci_ty Code of 1977, Being an Ordinance Regarding Zoning and Development - Park Dedication The original ordinance wording used 10% park land dedication or a cash equivalent of 10% of the estimated value of the land. The new language looks at revising that language to a cash equivalent for parks mutually agreed upon representing 10% of the market value of the land prior to development at the time of the preliminary plat or a combination of an area and cash contribution totalling a 10% park dedication contribution. This will provide some flexibility for the Planning and Zoning Commission to set some combination that they so decide. Nawrocki questioned if the park dedication amount could be higher or lower than $1,000. It is based on the value of the property. MOTION by Kelzenberg, seconded by Ericson, to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1470, there being ample copies available to the public. Motion passed unanimously. City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 12 of 19 MOTION by Kelzenberg, seconded by Ericson, to adopt Ordinance No. 1470, being an Ordinance amending Ordinance No. 853, City Code of 1977, pertaining to Zoning and Development-Park Dedication. Motion passed unanimously. ORDINANCE NO. 1470 BEING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 853, CITY CODE OF 1977, PERTAINING TO ZONING AND DEVELOPMENT-PARK DEDICATION Chapter 9, Section 14, Subdivision 3, Subsection (5), which currently reads as follows to-wit: (5) Park dedication. For any development or redevelopment where a subdivision or re-subdivision of property occurs which creates additional parcels, the resulting contribution shall require either ten (10) percent land dedication for parks, or the cash equivalent often (10) percent of the estimate of improvements. The City Council shall determine which measure is most appropriate. is hereby amended to read as follows, to-wit: (5) Park dedication. It is deemed necessary and consistent with sound City planning to provide in each new proposed plat or subdivision, areas for future development of park and recreational purposes. Each plat shall hereafter provide for a dedication to the municipality, an area not less than ten percent (10%) of the total proposed area to be subdivided. (a) Such area shall consist of developable and usable land and shall be located so as to serve the present and future needs of the community for recreational or park purposes. (b) The Planning Commission and the Council shall consider the proposed location in relation to existing or contemplated recreational and park sites in other parts of the community and as to the suitability in meeting the requirements of the "City Comprehensive Plan". (c) The following properties shall not be accepted for purposes of the owner's compliance with subdivisions 5(a) or 5(b) above: i. land dedicated or obtained as easements for storm water retention, drainage, roadway and other utility purposes; (d) This requirement may be waived and/or modified by the Council, after recommendation by the Planning Commission, for one of the following reasons: The enforcement of this provision would act as an extreme hardship to the property owner, because of the size of the tract involved, the topography of the land (zoning areas involved) or the Owner has already dedicated comparable areas in other subdivisions in the City. ii. The Owner contributes a cash equivalent to the City for the "Parks Capital Improvement Fund" of the City. A cash equivalent shall be a sum mutually agreed upon representing 10% of the market value of the tract in an under- developed state on the date the preliminary plat is presented to the City. City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 13 of 19 (e) The City, at its sole discretion, may consider a combination of an area dedication and cash Contribution to total the 10 percent park dedication contribution. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty days (30) after its passage. First Reading: June 14, 2004 Second Reading: June 28, 2004 Date of Passage: June 28, 2004 Public Hearing called for Revocation/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 1207-09 Circle Terrace Blvd. N.E. Nawrocki stated that he noticed there are still weeds and trash at this residence. The City Attorney stated that the compliance order items may have all been corrected. There may be new issues that were not included in the original compliance order. The Mayor moved to close the Public Hearing regarding the revocation or suspension of the rental license held by Joe Tohey regarding rental property at 1207-09 Circle Terrace Blvd. N.E., in that the violations on the property have been corrected. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION Other Ordinances and Resolutions Approve Resolution Providing 2005 Budget Preparation Guidelines, Adopting a Proposed Maximum Budget, and Setting the Proposed Maximum City Levy for 2005 The City Manager stated that we are going to lose another $544,726 in Local Government Aid in 2005. We may possibly obtain about another $1 million if the Governor goes by the letter of the law and he does not call a special session. However, at this time, we do not know if the city will receive those monies or not. The city needs to lock expenditures for the next three years (2005-2007) and cut $338,380 next year. Bill Elrite, Finance Director, stated that in the first resolution, lost revenue could be raised through increases in property taxes (approximately 14% in 2005; 7 ½% in 2006; and 5% in 2007). The original resolution allows more flexibility and can be reduced in the final levy adoption. The alternate resolution would be to increase property taxes approximately 9% for 2005, 2006, and 2007. Nawrocki stated that acting on this budget tonight is premature. Based on past council actions, there will not be a serious effort to make reductions in the budget after it is set. He feels we should wait and see about the special legislative session and if one is called or not. We need to live within our means. The Mayor questioned why do we need to pass these guidelines. The City Manager stated we need to set guidelines for the staff to follow. The Finance Director stated that we must have a resolution certifying our preliminary budget to the county by September 15, 2004. The Mayor suggested that we hold action on this item until we meet with Don Salverda and see what we are going to get from the state for sure. Williams stated we need to look at user fees. Using monies from the fund balances should be our last resort. We need to increase charges for services or the citizens need to tell us what you want to cut. Also need to review survey results from Decision Resources. We have a diverse community and seniors. He would like to see a comparison of city taxes. Nawrocki stated that city property taxes are among the highest. The median household income is among the lowest in the metro area. City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 14 of 19 MOTION by Wyckoff, seconded by Ericson, to table this issue. Motion passed unanimously. The following are the two resolutions which were presented to the council but were tabled: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-29 RESOLUTION PROVIDING 2005 BUDGET PREPARATION GUIDELINES, ADOPTING A PROPOSED MAXIMUM BUDGET, AND SETTING THE PROPOSED MAXIMUM CITY LEVY FOR 2005 WHEREAS, the State of Minnesota legislature has adopted legislation that significantly reduces state aid to the City of Columbia Heights; and WHEREAS, it is the goal of the City Council to maintain city services to residents without impairment from the state aid cuts; and WHEREAS, it is the goal of the City Council to maintain low property taxes on property in Columbia Heights; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Manager is instructed to prepare the 2005 budget utilizing the same total level for tax-supported funds as the 2004 budget; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the proposed budget for the City of Columbia Heights for the year 2005 is hereby set at the same level as the 2004 budget and is not exceed the following appropriations for each fund as listed below: General Fund $ 8,232,617 EDA $ 222,648 Library $ 631,271 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the only increase in the proposed property tax levy, collectible in 2005, upon the taxable property in the City of Columbia Heights shall be the amount of lost state aid and shall be set at the following amounts: 2004 Adopted Levy Estimated 2005 Aid Loss Proposed 2005 Levy $ 5,447,260 $ 544,726 $ 5,991,983 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the county auditor is authorized to fix a property tax rate for taxes payable in the year 2005 that is higher than the tax rate calculated for the city for taxes levied in 2003, collectible in 2004. The City Clerk is hereby instructed to transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the county auditor of Anoka County, Minnesota. Passed this __ day of ,2004 City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 15 of 19 ALTERNATE RESOLUTION NO. 2004-29 RESOLUTION PROVIDING 2005 BUDGET PREPARATION GUIDELINES, ADOPTING A PROPOSED MAXIMUM BUDGET, AND SETTING THE PROPOSED MAXIMUM CITY LEVY FOR 2005 WHEREAS, the State of Minnesota legislature has adopted legislation that significantly reduces state aid to the City of Columbia Heights; and WHEREAS, it is the goal of the City Council to maintain city services to residents without impairment from the state aid cuts; and WHEREAS, it is the goal of the City Council to maintain low property taxes on property in Columbia Heights; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Manager is instructed to prepare the 2005 budget utilizing the same total level for tax-supported funds as the 2004 budget; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the proposed budget for the City of Columbia Heights for the year 2005 is hereby set at the same level as the 2004 budget and is not exceed the following appropriations for each fund as listed below: General Fund $ 8,232,617 EDA $ 222,648 Library $ 631,271 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that it is the goal of the City Council to generate new revenue and hold the property tax increase to single-digit inflation, and that the only increase in the proposed property tax levy, collectible in 2005, upon the taxable property in the City of Columbia Heights, shall be to make up a portion of lost state aid and shall be set at the following amounts: 2004 Adopted Levy Estimated 2005 Aid Loss Total Less: New Revenue of Fund Balance Proposed Levy 5,447,260 544,726 5,991,983 (200,000) 5,791,983 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the county auditor is authorized to fix a property tax rate for taxes payable in the year 2005 that is higher than the tax rate calculated for the city for taxes levied in 2003, collectible in 2004. The City Clerk is hereby instructed to transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the county auditor of Anoka County, Minnesota. Passed this day of ,2004 Approve Resolution to Modify_ Downtown Central Business District, Establish Huset Park Area TIF District, and Adopt Proposed TIF Plan Nawrocki stated he went to the Development Project meeting and felt it was good for the majority of the people. He questioned what we were doing, if anything, for those companies who will have to move out of the industrial area. Regarding the housing proposed for this area, he suggested that guest parking issues be evaluated, as well as the quality of the siding used on the properties. He questioned setting the TIF public City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 16 of 19 hearing without knowing how much TIF will be necessary. We need more information about what is going to happen. Williams stated that Sharer Richardson has some good ideas. Nawrocki again questioned how do we let people know what is going on. Discussions have been/will be held at the Planning and Zoning Commission level and at the EDA meetings. The maximum amount of TIF will be decided in August. The industrial area is underutilized. The City Manager reviewed two of the goals and missions of the council: To continue to improve the physical appearance of the city's commercial and industrial areas. To increase the city's commercial and industrial tax base. MOTION by Ericson, seconded by Williams, to adopt Resolution 2004-34, a resolution calling for a Public Hearing on August 9, 2004, at approximately 7:00 pm for the proposed adoption of a modification to the Downtown Central Business District, the proposed establishment of the Huset Park Area TIF District, and the proposed adoption of a TIF Plan. MOTION by Nawrocki to table this item until such time as a TIF plan is brought forward. Motion died for lack of a second. Roll call vote on the first motion: Ayes: Ericson, Kelzenberg, Williams, Wyckoff; Nayes: Nawrocki. CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS COUNTY OF ANOKA STATE OF MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 2004-34 RESOLUTION CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING BY THE CITY COUNCIL ON THE PROPOSED ADOPTION OF A MODIFICATION TO THE DOWNTOWN CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT (CBD) REVITALIZATION PLAN FOR THE CBD REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT, THE PROPOSED ESTABLISHMENT OF THE HUSET PARK AREA TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT, AND THE ADOPTION OF A TAX INCREMENT FINANCING PLAN THEREFOR. BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council (the "Council") for the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota (the "City"), as follows: Section 1. Public Hearing. This Council shall meet on August 9, 2004, at approximately 7:00 P.M., to hold a public hearing on the proposed adoption of a Modification to the Downtown CBD Revitalization Plan for the CBD Redevelopment Project (the "Revitalization Plan Modification"), the proposed establishment of the Huset Park Area Tax Increment Financing District (a redevelopment district), and the proposed adoption of a Tax Increment Financing Plan (the "TIF Plan") therefor (the Revitalization Plan Modification, and TIF Plan are referred to collectively herein as the "Plans"), all pursuant to and in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.124 to 469.134, and Sections 469.174 to 469.1799, inclusive, as amended, in an effort to encourage the development and redevelopment of certain designated areas within the City; and Section 2. Notice of Public Hearing, Filing of the Plans. City staff is authorized and directed to work with Ehlers & Associates, Inc., to prepare the Plans and to forward documents to the appropriate taxing City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 17 of 19 jurisdictions including Anoka County and Columbia Heights School District No. 13. The City Clerk is authorized and directed to cause notice of the hearing, together with an appropriate map as required by law, to be published at least once in the official newspaper of the City not later than 10, nor more than 30, days prior to August 9, 2004, and to place a copy of the Plans on file in the Economic Development Coordinator's office at City Hall and to make such copy available for inspection by the public. Dated: June 28, 2004 Bid Considerations--None. Other Business Appointment to Planning and Zoning Commission MOTION by Williams, seconded by Nawrocki to appoint Mike Peterson to the Planning and Zoning Commission for the remainder of the term to expire April, 2006. Roll call vote: Nayes: Ericson, Kelzenberg, Wyckoff; Ayes: Nawrocki, Williams. Motion defeated. The Mayor stated we had two excellent candidates for the opening on the Planning and Zoning Commission. The other candidate was Rob Fiorendino. MOTION by Ericson, seconded by Kelzenberg to appoint Rob Fiorendino to the Planning and Zoning Commission for the remainder of the term to expire April, 2006. Motion passed unanimously. The Mayor asked the Secretary Pro Tem to contact Mr. Fiorendino about his appointment to the Planning and Zoning Commission. Setting Limits on Rental Units in the City Earlier in the meeting, Nawrocki had asked that this item be put on the agenda for discussion. He stated that the city has and is planning senior market rate housing. Maybe the city should be considering a limit on the amount of rental housing that we allow in the community. He would like facts and figures on our current rental housing stock to take back to the Planning and Zoning Commission. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Report of the City Manager The Mayor stated she has written a letter regarding our interest and support of a project in the area of 37th and University, for a Kroc Center; copies of which were provided to the council tonight. The City Manager provided to the council a copy of the June, 2004, Minnesota Real Estate Journal article about "Central Avenue Key to Columbia Heights Redevelopment". Report of the City Attorney Administrative tags: Legislation did not act on it. The city still continues to issue them for code violations. For traffic citations, it is an issue--could be litigated. Duluth has been dead set on doing them. The City of Worthington has been using that ordinance. White Bear Lake has too, and they have a condition in their city audit. It was someone in the Attorney General's office that made that opinion, not the Attorney General. More information could be provided for our council, and they can decide what to do. The average speeding ticket is $107; the first $60 goes to the state, and then there is $40 left. The city gets 1/3 of the $40. Thus, on an average speeding ticket, we get $13.33. We are losing money for every ticket written. But that is the status of the system. Municipal governments aren't making money off of those kinds of tickets. If we can write administrative tickets, they are reasonable but not all the revenue is to the city. We need to be City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 18 of 19 able to recover our costs. The state is losing revenue. We do get some kickback from the state for training. Nawrocki asked about the following properties: 3906 3906 ½ Reservoir: Is it a duplex or a quad or what? Egress window in lower level? He noted on the south side there are at least three dryer vents. The City Manager stated that he did not believe there were more rental units than they were supposed to have. Nawrocki stated there is still a mess in the yard and the alleys. Broken section of the alley; take down the fence that is supposed to keep from washing out. 3808 Reservoir--is this matter still in court? Jim Hoeft stated yes. It was questioned if they got a rental license. 3727 Reservoir - retaining wall in the back? Started last year? Wasn't over 4 feet high. Stopped; last letter sent to him said he had to get an engineer's report and permit to rebuild the wall. Does this mean all the walls or the north wall or what? He has done nothing, because he wants specific instructions in writing from the City Manager. He does not know what you want. Wants it in writing, because he doesn't know what you want. The City Manager stated he told the homeowner what we wanted. Homeowner wanted to take the wall down which would be foolish. He was told to build the wall without a permit or approval. He does need a permit on the north wall. Jackson Pond screening fence Are we planting vegetation? Takes a while to grow. Drainage problem in Cheery Heights. Try to get a hold of the person there who brought it to our attention in the first place. do? What would he like to CITIZENS FORUM (At this time, citizens have an opportunity to discuss with the Council items not on the regular agenda. Citizens are requested to limit their comments to five minutes.) Deb Johnson, 999 41st Avenue N.E., agreed with limits on rental housing. Housing stock is so reasonable that people can buy single family houses for $118,000 for a one bedroom house. She wished to clarify some statements she made at the last meeting--that she was not blaming the Fire Department, but the landlords have so many opportunities to put a bandaid on the problems that are violations. Ms. Johnson asked if there is any more information about the hotel on 49th and Central; the City Manager stated the plans are moving forward on it. Ms. Johnson also stated that regarding the 39th and Stinson area, Columbia Heights should do something, as St. Anthony is moving ahead. The City Manager stated Gerry Herringer, owner of that property, wants to know what is going to go in that area before he sells. Housing options were discussed--senior coops and the need for senior housing for sale are possibilities. Outer suburbs are going with this concept. Stinson and 37th area may be a good location for this idea. COUNCIL CORNER The Mayor reminded councilmembers that any member may adjourn the meeting. She asked that each councilmember adhere to the five minute limit. Kelzenberg: Thanked everyone for coming to the Jamboree parade and events. The movie at Heights Theater was great. City Council Minutes June 28, 2004 Page 19 of 19 Williams: Great parade. Coronation was fun and special---people came from all over. Murzyn Hall was full. Dorinda Edlund did a great job. Everyone involved in a business should be involved in the city events. Continue to pray for the happiness and prosperity of our community. Wyckoff: A Minneapolis Councilmember (NE side) called her about a smoking ban. Asked her if we would be interested in an area-wide smoking ban? The Mayor stated she would welcome comments on this issue. The city has no plans to go one way or the other on this issue. Great parade and great weekend. Pat Proft's movie was great. $5,000 was raised. Thanked everyone for making the Jamboree a success. Ericson: National Night Out is the first Tuesday of August. party. Plan a block party--contact the PD to set up your block Nawrocki: Stated that some people he knew attempted to use the restroom facility at Murzyn Hall after the parade, and were turned away and told they could not use the restrooms. Stated it is a public facility. Restrictions on smoking should be state-wide and may be difficult. At least seven county metro area restrictions should be the same. Encourage residents to file for Mayor or council seats. He will be running for office. The voters will either support him or not. July 6-20th is the filing dates. In the next fall newsletter, we need a good write up on the city elections and also on budget information. Hopes we will present the information in a subjective manner--both sides. Not try to sell like last year. Recommended a Home Inspections class for m~yone who hasn't taken it, as it is very informative. He has been accused of being intimidating, over the line, etc. and has heard the City Manager is considering legal action against him. The Mayor adjourned the meeting at 10:42 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Carole J. Blowers Secretary Pro Tem OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS TRAFFIC COMMISSION JUNE 28, 2004 Chairperson Carlson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. I. ROLL CALL Members Present: Anderson, Carlson, Goodman, Stumpf, Sturdevant Council Liaison: Bruce Kelzenberg Staff Present: Kathy Young, Assistant City Engineer Tom Johnson, Police Chief II. APPROVAL OF JUNE 7, 2004 MINUTES Motion by Sturdevant, second by Anderson, to approve the minutes of June 7, 2004. Motion carried unanimously. HI. OLD BUSINESS PUBLIC HEAR~G TO DESIGNATE CUL-DE-SAC EAST OF 1425 AND 1440 MOLAN TERRACE AS "NO PARKING". Howard and LaVone Seim of 1425 Molan Terrace and Phil and Helen Kersh of 1440 Molan Terrace have requested that a parking problem in the cul-de-sac adjacent to their properties be resolved. Individuals are using the mm-around for parking to attend events such as games, practices or other activities at Ramsdell Park. Parking is available on Johnson Street or the school parking lots next to the park. The Public Heating notice was published in the Focus and property owners within 300' of the cul-de-sac were notified. Motion by Goodman, second by Smrdevant, to recommend the City Council designate the cul-de-sac east of 1425 and 1440 Molan Terrace as "no parking". Motion carded unanimously. Staff indicated that as this issue is primarily a summer season issue, it was timely to include it on the City Council agenda for the meeting directly following the Traffic Commission meeting on June 28th. Official Proceedings Columbia Heights Traffic Commission June 28, 2004 Page 2 Vo VI. Bo REQUEST FOR TEMPORARY HANDICAP PARKING SPACES ON JACKSON STREET At the May Traffic Commission meeting, Immaculate Conception Church requested up to 6 temporary handicap parking spaces be permitted on the west side of Jackson Street during the week surrounding the church's Fun Fest which is the first weekend in August. The Fun Fest is set up in the church's parking lot and those handicap spaces are not accessible during that week. The Traffic Commission recommended approval of the temporary on-street handicap parking spaces at the May meeting. Immaculate Conception has revised the request to include up to 10 handicap parking spaces on Jackson Street. The area between the parking lot entrances on each side of Jackson Street would be used, with 5 spaces on each side. The church would be responsible for the initial purchase of the signs and temporary stands, posting the signs for the Fun Fest and storing the signs when not in use. Motion by Goodman, second by Sturdevant, to recommend the City Council designate up to 10 temporary handicap parking spaces on Jackson Street mmually the first weekend of August, between the parking lot entrances to Immaculate Conception Church from the Wednesday prior to Fun Fest at Immaculate Conception Church until the Tuesday after. Motion carded unanimously. Staff indicated this item was included in the agenda of the City Council meeting of June 28th. Police Chief Johnson was concerned with signage not being purchased through the City and suggested that Engineering staff review the signage prior to installation, to make sure they comply with legal handicap parking signage. OTHER OLD BUSINESS None. NEW BUSINESS None. OTHER NEW BUSINESS None. Official Proceedings Columbia Heights Traffic Con-nnission June 28, 2004 Page 3 VII. REPORTS VIII. A. CITY ENGINEER B. POLICE CHIEF Police Chief Johnson indicated the "safe and sober" efforts by the Police Department have been good. The seat belt usage is up to 78%. Commission members asked about seat belt laws, specifically about riders in the back seat. The Ordinance on State Law regarding seat belts will be provided at the next meeting. C. COMMISSIONERS Commissioner Goodman suggested MnDOT be invited to come back to a Traffic Commission meeting. Staff indicated that if there are issues or specific questions we could request they come to a future meeting. Goodman suggested one issue is the lights on Central Avenue going north or southbound at 40th and 41st Avenues. During off peak hours, there is a wait time for the green arrow to mm left. It was suggested that it would be a good idea to allow left tums on green lights. Presently, motorists cm~'t make a left turn unless they have a green arrow. Police Chief Jolmson stated that it is always better to have a protected left turn. During rush hours, it would not be a good idea to allow left turns on green lights. Staff will get further information on this issue as the City Engineer has been approached by MnDOT regarding lights on Central Avenue. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Sturdevant, second by Goodman, to adjourn the meeting at 6:30 p.m. Motion carried unanimously. .4¢z../fully subm~ Joalme Baker Traffic Con:unission Secretary CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of: July 26, 2004 AGENDA SECTION: ORIGINATING CITY MANAGER '~CONSENT ~' NO: '~---f~ ~ 3~ t DEPARTMENT: APPROVAL Fire ITEM: Establish Hearing Dates BY: Charlie Thompson BY.~/.~~ License Revocation, Rental Properties DATE: July 9, 2004 DATE: NO: Revocation or suspension of a license to operate a rental property within the City of Columbia Heights is requested against the following owner regarding their rental property for failure to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenance Codes. 1. Katherine Crosby .......................................................... 1162-1164 Cheery Lane RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Establish a Hearing Date of July 26, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension ora License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Katherine Crosby at 1162- 1164 Cheery Lane N.E. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of: 7/12/04 AGENDA SECTION: CONSENT AGENDA , "'N ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER NO: -~, ~'t~,~; PUBLIC WORKS .~.d(~...~/ ITEM: FiNAL PAYMENT FOR THE ZONE 6B STREET BY: K. Hanse ~B REHABILITATION PROJECTS DATE: 7/7/04'"'- DAT~: Background: The Contractor completed the 2003 Street Rehabilitation projects in Zone 6B this sprh~g. The work consisted of full street reconstruction with related or special utility construction/replacement. Analysis/Conclusions: Staff is recommending approval of f'mal payment to Midwest Asphalt Corporation and acceptance of the work. A copy of the final payment voucher and the Engineer's Acceptance Report is attached. Recommended Motion: Move to accept the work for 2003 Street Rehabilitation Projects in Zone 6B, City Project No. 0302 and authorize final payment of $15,094.90 to Midwest Asphalt Corporation of Hopkins, Minnesota. r~-~.'jb Attaclnnent: Payment Voucher Engineer's Acceptance Report COUNCIL ACTION: CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA ENGINEER'S REPORT OF FINAL ACCEPTANCE 2003 STREET REHABILITATION CITY PROJECT NUMBER 0302 July 7, 2004 TO THE CITY COUNCIL COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MINNESOTA HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS: This is to advise you that I have reviewed the work under contract to Midwest Asphalt Corporation. The work consisted of full street reconstruction, with related or special utility construction/replacement. The contractor has completed the project in accordance with the contract. It is recommended; herewith, that final payment be made for said improvements to the contractor in the amount as follows: ORIGINAL CONTRACT PRICE CHANGE ORDERS FINAL CONTRACT AMOUNT FINAL WORK APPROVED ALL PRIOR PAYMENTS BALANCE DUE Sincerely, CI .T,,¢F COL~IA HEIGHTS City Engineer $ 970,772.44 $ 36,703.65 $1,007,476.09 $1,006,326.90 ($ 991,232.00) $ 15,094.90 ESTIMATE NO. CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CONSTRUCTION PAYMENT VOUCHER FINAL July 7, 2004 DATE: PERIOD ENDING: June 30, 2004 CONTRACT: 2003 Street Rehabilitation 0302 PROJECT NO. TO: Midwest Asphalt Corporation P.O. Box 5477 Hopkins, MN 55343 952-937-8033 A. Original Contract Amount B. Total Addition (Change Order 1 - Approved 11/2003) C. Total Deduction D. TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT E. TOTAL VALUE OF WORK TO DATE F. LESS RETAINED (0%) G. Previous Payment(s) H. TOTAL APPROVED FOR PAYMENT THIS VOUCHER $970,772.44 $36,703.65 $0.00 $1,007,476.09 $1,006,326.90 $o.0o (991,232.00) 15,094.90 I. TOTAL PAYMENTS INCLUDING THIS VOUCHER $ 1,006,326.90 APPROVALS Pursuant to our field observations, I hereby recommend for payment the above stated amount for work performed through//~e 3~,~y~4 . Signed by: Keflip I~a~sen'~b]ic Work; Director ~Dat~e Signed by: MIDWEST ASPHALT CORPORATION Date COLUMBIA HEIGHTS - CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of: July 12, 2004 AGENDA SECTION: Consent ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER'S NO: 5-A- 5 CITY MANAGER' S APPROVAL ITEM: Approve Goal Setting Session BY: Walt Fehst BY: / Dates of the City Council and Staff DATE: July 7, 2004 DATE: NO: At the City Council meeting of June 28, 2004, the council approved a goal setting meeting with Don Salverda, the council, and staff. As the meeting date previously discussed did not work out, new dates have been preliminarily scheduled. Those dates are July 19 and August 2, 2004, beginning at 6 p.m. both evenings. RECOMMENDED MOTION: MOTION: Move to approve Monday, July 19, 2004, at 6 p.m. and Monday, August 2, 2004, at 6 p.m. at the Senior Center at Murzyn Hall as goal setting session meetings of the City Council and staff. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of July 26, 2004 No.AGENDA SECTION: Consent _~_¢ /4,u~,,~') ORIG1NATINGpoLicEDEPARTMENT APPROVAk.~.CITY MANAGER ITEM: Transfer Safe & Sober Progn'am Funds from BY: Thomas M. Johnson BY: NO. General Fund to Police 2004 Budget Overtime DATE July 2, 2004 DATEf?f~7 J BACKGROUND During the past six months, the Police Depamnent took part in the statewide Safe and Sober program. This program involved putting officers on our streets on overtime, enforcing driving while intoxicated laws mad use of seatbelts. On May 11, 2004, we were reimbursed by the State of Mimlesota for the overtime expended, in the mnount of $1,386.71. The money was originally paid out of our 2004 overtime budget and we would like to reimburse these funds. ANALYSIS/CONCLUSION Since the overtime dollars used to participate in this program are initially paid out of our 2004 police budget and according to the Finance Director, the funds received from the State to repay this expenditure are initially considered revenue, they must be placed in the General Fund. The Police Department would like to see these funds moved back into our 2004 Police Department budget line 1020 overtime from the General Fund. This will assist in continuing to take part in this program. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to transfer $1,386,71, the total amount of money received from the State of Minnesota for our efforts in Safe and Sober program, from the General Fund to the Police Department 2004 budget line 1020 overtime. TMJ:mld 04-083 COUNCIL ACTION: 205897 Payee: 108367 COLUMBIA HEIGHTS POLICE DEPT Supplier Invoice No Date Remark 51104 5/10/2004 SAFE & SOBER GRANT Check No. - 205897 Check Date - 5/11/2004 PO Stub 1 of 1 Amount 1,386.71 1,386.71 PLEASE DETACH BEFORE DEPOSITING COON RAPIDS, MN 55433 , 910 ~ ~ ~- MINNESO~ DATE 5/11/2004 NUMBER 00205897 AMOUNT $*****1, 386.71 TO THE ORDER OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS POLICE DEPT ATTN: CPL PAUL BONESTEAL III ~r"l I~,~, q ~111 i~nl:~ 1. NNNN 1Q,,nn lnn 1 I o (D (D (D C) r- c- ,- On Il. n E Z CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of: July 12, 2004 AGENDA SECTION: CONSENT ", ORIGINATING DEPT: CITY MANAGER NO: ~,, .//~, ~) FINANCE APPROVAL ITEM: ACCEPTANCE OF THE 2003 BY: WILLIAM ELRITE BY: COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT AND THE INDEPENDENT DATE: 07/08/2004 AUDITORS REPORT FROM HLB TAUTGES REDPATH, LTD. NO: The 2003 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report along with the Independent Auditor's Report including the report on compliance with the Minnesota Legal Compliance Audit Guide for Local Governments was distributed to the City Council on July 8, 2004. It is staff's recommendation that the council formally accept the annual audit report. The audit and its findings will be explained and summarized by HLB Tautges Redpath, Ltd. This has been tentatively scheduled for the work session of August 16, 2004. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to accept the 2003 independent auditors report from HLB Tautges Redpath, Ltd. including the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the City of Columbia Heights. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to direct the City Manager to follow up on the auditor's recommendations and to report back to the City Council regarding the implementation of the auditor's recommendations. WE:sms 0407081 COUNCIL COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of: July 12, 2004 CONSENT AGENDA SECTION: ORIGINATING DEPT.: CITY MANAGER NO: ~-~ A~. ~) License Department APPROVAL ITEM: License Agenda BY: ShelleyHanson(~_ DATEy.~~~~/~./~~~ NO: DATE: July 8, 2004 3x/ B BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS Attached is the business license agenda for the July 12, 2004 City Council meeting. This agenda consists of applications for Contractor licenses for 2004, and one Peddler's License for the Viking Council for Boy Scouts to sell pop and candy at Huset Park on August 7, 2004. At the top of the license agenda you will notice a phrase stating *Signed Waiver Form Accompanied Application. This means that the data privacy form has been submitted as required. If not submitted, certain information cannot be released to the public. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for July 12, 2004 as presented. COUNCIL ACTION: TO CITY COUNCIL July 12, 2004 *Signed Waiver Form Accompanied Application 2004 BUSINESS LICENSE AGENDA CONTRACTORS LICENSES BLDG *Weld & Sons *Grand Fire & Safety Cottonwood Construction *DJ's Heating 315 Juneau Lane, Plymouth 1383 Grand Ave, St. Paul ' 9240 Cottonwood Lane, Maple Grove 6060 Labeaux Ave, Albertville $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 PEDDLER LICENSE POLICE *Viking Council for Boy Scouts #289 Taking place Aug 7, 2004 ***Subject to Police approval*** Huset Park $50.00 CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS FINANCE DEPARTMENT COUNCIL MEETING OF: OlLLt~ 1~/ ~~ STATE OF MINNESOTA COUNTY OF ANOKA CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS Motion to approve payment of bills out of the proper funds, as listed in the attached check register covering Check Number /09[D~)~ through in the amount of $ '2, These checks have been examined and found to be legal charges against the CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, and are hereby, recommended for payment. 0 r~ 0 0 o o o o HO o~ dj 0 r~ dj 0~o 0 0 -,H k~O 0 ~0 Oo 0~> E~ O~ mo [~ 0 0 ~ U i 00000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 Oo Oo 0 ~m O~ rdcq 0 Oo Oo 0 ~m O~ ~0 rD r..-t o 00000000000000000000000000000000000000000 0 0 0 0oo ~OLn 0 ~J 0 U H ~o m ~ CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of: 7/12/04 AGENDA SECTION: ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER NO: PUBLIC HEARINGS ~ A~ ~ PUBLIC WORKS ITEM: SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE 1472 BY: K. Hansen~n/~ BY: BEING AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING SURFACE DATE: 7/8/04 ~ DATE: DRAINAGE CONNECTIONS AND DISCHARGES INTO THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SANITARY SEWER SYSTSEM Background: Over the last several decades, the City of Columbia Heights has experienced localized flooding from surface water and sanitary sewer system overload (backups). The last of these and one of the most severe was the severe rainfall event occurred the evening of Jtme 24~' and early morning of June 25, 2003, measuring 5.47 inches of rain in a 3-hour period (exceeding a 100-year storm event). Several short term and long term remedial measures were identified by staff with the last of these for consideration by the City Council to Develop an Illicit Discharge Elimination Program; focusing on a Sump Pump Disconnect Pro~ram. Analysis/Conclusions: The type of stoma that have the greatest impact on our sanitary system are the high intensity / large peak, resulting in a short lag time to when backups occurred in this area, system inflow and to a lesser extent infiltration are the likely cause. Inflow and infiltration (I/I) is unnecessary water that enters the sanitary sewer system, but can be completely separate in origin. Inflow is stom~ water ~nmoff or any other surface water that flows through a direct connection to the sanitary system. This may occur as a result of connected downspouts, area drains, holes in the manhole covers, cross connections from the storm sewer, or colmected snnap pumps. Infiltration is groundwater that enters the sanitary collection system through cracked pipes, leaky joints and deteriorated manholes. A graph depicting the relationship of I/I to regular sanitary sewer system flow is attached as figt~e 1. To meet mandated federal requirements, the City conducted an I/I study in 1983. The study noted that 'many of the raflffall related problems associated ;vith inflow occm' in the Jackson Pond area,' and 'baselnents have backed up 7 times ni the last three years and approximately 22 to 25 residents are affected by a 1-1/2 inch per hottr rain.' The study concluded that the City of Columbia Heights does not have a major I/I problem, and that 'the system is adequate to handle the peak-flow rates generated during the design storm,' but that certain areas (5 of 15 sanitary zones) of the City may benefit from a flow reduction program. A flow reduction program was identified recommending comprehensive cleaning and televising, manhole lid/frame replacements, linings of sanitary sewer, and inflow reduction. The City of Columbia Heights has performed and continnes to implement many of the recommendations of the 1983 report. Illicit Discharge Elimination Pro,am: An Illicit Discharge Elimination Program is an involved remediation measure, and can also be very expensive. The ultimate goal of tlfis program would be to systematically eliminate to the pnblic sanitary sewer system sources of illicit cmmections fi'omprivate som'ces, such as sump pumps, foundation drains and leaking service lines. All of the physical remediation measures identified to date involve reducing or elirninating I/I in the public system. The MCES and the Rural Water Association have estimated that I/I in the private domain can account for np to 60 or 70 percent of the total I/I in a mtmicipal COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of: 7/12/04 AGENDA SECTION: PUBLIC HEARINGS ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER NO: PUBLIC WORKS ITEM: SECOND READiNG OF ORDiNANCE 1472 BY: K. Hansen BY: BEiNG AN ORDiNANCE PROHIBITING SURFACE DATE: 7/8/04 DATE: DRAINAGE CONNECTIONS AND DISCHARGES iNTO THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SANITARY SEWER SYSTSEM Continued - Page 2 - Second reading of Ordinance 1472 system. The LMC has prepared a fact sheet related to an Illicit Discharge Program, a copy of which is attached from Ellen Longfellow, LMCIT Loss Control and Defense attorney. A recently completed sump pump disconnect program (Waseca) found that nearly 70% of the remaining I/I was from privately generated sources. The following steps outline an approach to develop and implement such a program: a. Sump Pump Disconnect Ordinance b. Public Education c. Public Informational Meetings d. Advertising Campaign e. Training of City Staff, Local Plumbers, and Contractors f. Site Inspections, Disco~mections, and Reinspections g. Enforcement h. Other Techniques (potentially smoke and dye testing of non-residential properties) Thefirst step in developing a p~vgram is the developing an ordinance that establishes the authority to perfmTn inspections and also require properly owners to physically disconnect any illegal connections from the sanitary sewer line. A review of communities that have implemented sump pump ordinances is attached for reference. Particular to a sump pump disconnect ordinance is any £mancial assistance that communities may offer for the physical disconnect when illegal connections are found, and a penalty clause after a reasonable amount of time is allowed and the disconnect has not been completed. An ordinance also establishes the authority for City personnel to perform the initial and follow-up inspections. Another consideration is if the program would be set up actively on a Citywide basis or focusing on specific areas previously identified, such as from the 1983 detailed study. A copy of the 5 areas identified to benefit from fin-ther inflow reduction is attached. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of: 7/12/04 AGENDA SECTION: PUBLIC HEARINGS ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER NO: PUBLIC WORKS ITEM: SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE 1472 BY: K. Hansen BY: BEING AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING SURFACE DATE: 7/8/04 DATE: DRAINAGE CONNECTIONS AND DISCHARGES INTO THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SANITARY SEWER SYSTSEM Continned- Page 3 -Second reading of Ordinance 1472 RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to w~ive the reading of Ordinance No. 1472, there being ample copies available to the public. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to adopt Ordinance No. 1472, being an Ordinance prohibiting surface drainage connections and discharge into the City of Columbia Heights sanitary sewer system. KH:jb Attachment: Sump Pump Disconnect Ordinance I/I flow graph (figure 1) LMC Fact Sheet Community Listing Sanitary Sewer I/I Zone Areas COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NO. 1472 BEING AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING SURFACE DRAINAGE CONNECTIONS AND DISCHARGES iNTO THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM The City of Columbia Heights does hereby establish Chapter 8, Article VIII of the City Code to read as follows: 8.801 Purpose: The purpose of this ordinance is to implement regulations that will aid the City in limiting and reducing the inflow of rainwater (or clear water) into the sanitary sewer system. The ordinance will be utilized to minimize the overflow problem resulting from the lack of capacity of the sanitary sewer system to handle large amounts of rainwater. Other sources of hlflow and infiltration are discharges of water from rooftops; surface water, groundwater sump pumps, footing tiles, swirmning pools, or other natural precipitation sources that may flow into the city sewer system and potentially cause flooding or overloading of the City's sewage system. When clear water is discharged into the sanitary sewer system it is treated at the sewage treatment plant. This results in added expenses for the City. The City of Columbia Heights, therefore, finds it in the best interest of the city to prohibit such discharges into the smfitary sewer system in order to protect and maintain the health and property of its residents. 8.802 Definitions: Area Drain- is a receptacle designed to collect and convey surface or storm water to the drainage system. Clearwater- is any surface flow, runoff, and drainage that does not contain any hazardous substance or sewage. This includes, but is not limited to, NPDES permitted discharges, storm water mid water from foundation mid footing drains and basement smnp pumps. Combined Sewer- is a sewer that must handle flow of both sanitary wastewater and storm water in a single pipeline. Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO)- occurs when excessive amotmts of rainfall enter a sanitary sewer system. The result is a volume of rainwater and sanitary wastewater, which exceeds the system's capacity. Combined rainwater and sewage is forced to overflow into area streanas and rivers tln'ough outfalls. Hazardous Substances- are materials Milch may cause or contribute to a substantial hazard to humal~ health, safety, property or the envirol~ment based 8.803 upon its quantity, concentration, physical, chemical, or infectious nature. These may include: (2) (3) Any gasoline, benzene, naphtha, fuel oil, or other flmmnable or explosive liquid, solid or gas. Any waters containing toxic or poisonous solids, liquids, or gases in sufficient quantity, either singly or by interaction with other wastes, to injure or interfere with any sewage treatment process, constitute a hazard to humans or mfimals, or create any hazard in the receiving waters or the wastewater treatment plant. Any waters or wastes having a pH lower than 5.5, or having any other corrosive property capable of causing damage or hazard to structures, equipment, and persmmel of the wastewater works. Liquid Waste- means the discharge from any fixture, appliance, or appurtenance that does not receive fecal matter. Owner- shall mean the person who is listed as property owner or taxpayer by Anoka County. Runoff- precipitation and other surface drainage that is not infiltrated into or otherwise retained by the soil, concrete, asphalt, or other surface upon which it falls. Sanitary Sewer System- pipelines, pm~lping stations, force mains, and all other construction devices, and mechanical devices used for conveying sewage or industrial waste or other wastes to a point of ultimate disposal. Storm Water- is any surface flow, runoff, and ch'ainage consisting entirely of water from any form of natural precipitation. Compliance: Compliance with other Codes and Laws. Compliance with the provisions of this chapter does not release a person from any responsibility to comply with any other law or regulation, whether federal, state, or local. Conflict. h~ the event that the provisions of the chapter shall conflict with any Mi~mesota statue or any federal statute, the Mi~mesota statute or federal statute shall govern to the extent of any direct conflict Violations. Any person who violated any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of an ordinance violation and subject to punislm~ent and penalties identified elsewhere in this ordinance. 8.804 Prohibited Discharges: 8.805 Prohibited Discharges. No clear water fi'om any roof, surface, groundwater, sump pump, footing tile, swimming pool, other buildings or structures which require, because of infiltration of water into basements, crawl spaces, and the like, a sump pump discharge system shall have a permanently installed discharge line which shall not at any time discharge water into the sanitary sewer system. No person shall discharge or cause to be discharged hazardous substances to any public sewers. Disconnection. Before August 1, 2004, any person having a yard drain, roof surface, tile, or swimming pool now colmected and/or discharging into the sanitary sewer system shall be disconnected or removed. Any disconnects or openings in the sanitary sewer system shall be closed or repaired in an effective, workmanlike manner, as approved by the Public Works Director or his designated agent. Sump pumps shall not be cmmected to the sanitary sewer. Prior to the closing of the sale of a dwelling, the seller must request that the sump pumps and drain tiled be inspected by the City visually and/or by smoking to ensure that they are not com~ected in any rammer to the sanitary sewer system, If the City determines that the sump ptnnp or drain tile is illegally connected to the sanitary sewer system, the situation must be corrected before the nnit is considered in compliance to be sold. Manner of Disconnection. The discom2ection shall be accomplished by a complete and permanent method and performed in a competent manner. Any disconnection, plugging, capping, rerouting, altering, or modifying must be done is accordance with all applicable state and city building codes. A permanent installation shall be one which provides for year rotmd discharge capability to either the outside of the dwelling, building, or structure, or is com~ected to city storm sewer or discharge through the curb and gutter to the street. It shall consist of a rigid discharge line, without valving or quick connections for altering the path of discharge, and if connected to the city storm sewer line, shall include a check valve and air gap located in a small diameter structure. Inspections: Inspection. Every person owning improved real estate that discharges into the City of Columbia Heights sanitary sewer system shall allow a city employee or a designated representative of the city to inspect the building to confirm that there is no sump pulnp or other prohibited discharges into the smfitary system. In lieu of having the city inspect their property before the sale of a dwelling, the property owner may furnish a certificate from a licensed plmnber certifying that the property is in compliance with this section. Any person refusing to allow their property to be inspected or refusing to furnish a plumber's certificate within twenty-one (21) days of the date City employee(s) or their designated representatives are denied admittance to the property, shall ilmnediately become subject to the surcharge hereinafter provided for. Any property found to violate this ordinance shall make the necessary changes to comply with ordinance and furnish proof of the changes to the City. New Construction. All new dwellings that are permitted to install a sump pump after June 1, 2004, shall have a pump that is piped to the outside of the dwelling before a certificate of occupancy is issued. New homes will be required to have their surnp pump system inspected witlfin (30) days of occupancy and a certificate of compliance must be completed before the property owner may occupy the property. Incentive. There are a number of methods to dispose of smr~p pump effluent. Any property which has an existing illegal colmection may apply for financial assistance by requesting a City inspector to verify the illegal colmection, have the repair completion verified and submit a receipt for labor and/or materials (self help labor rate valued at $50). Upon verification of the corrective action and costs, the City will remit to the property owner the cost to correct the illegal COlmection to a maximum of $500 per installation. The property owner may petition the City to abate the problem and assess the property owner's cost for the corrective work over a 1-year period. This incentive program is in effect until December 31, 2006. Surcharge. A surcharge of $100.00 per month is hereby imposed on every sewer bill mailed on or after January 1, 2005 to property owners who are not found to be in compliance with this section or who have refused to allow the city to inspect the property. The surcharge will be added to the property owner's utility billing until the property is fom~d to be in compliance. Penalties. (a) (b) Any person found to be violating any provision of this ordinance shall be served by the City with written notice stating the nature of the violation and providing a reasonable time limit for the satisfactory correction thereof. The offender shall, within the period of time stated in such notice, pem~anently cease all violations. In the event that the owner fails to correct the situation within the given time period, the City may COl-rect it and collect all such costs together with reasonable attorney fees, or in the altel-native, by certifying said costs of correction as any other special assessment upon the land from which said correction of said violation was made. Winter Discharge. The City Manager and his/her designee shall issue a permit to allow a property owner to discharge surface water into the sanitary sewer system. The permit shall authorize such discharge only fi'om November 1st to March 30th of each year and a property owner is required to meet at least one of the following criteria in order to obtain a pen:nit: The freezing of the surface water discharge from sump pump or footing drain is causing a dangerous condition, such as ice buildup or flooding, on public or private property. The property owner has demonstrated that there is a danger that the sump pump or footing drain pipes will freeze up and result in either failure or damage to sump pump unit of the footing drain and cause basement flooding. The water being discharged from the sump pump or footing drain cam~ot be readily discharged into a storm drain or other acceptable drainage system. Following ten days written notice and an opportunity to be heard, the City Manager may require a property to discharge their sump pump into the sanitary sewer from November 1st to March 30th, if surface water discharge is causing an icy condition on streets, Disclaimer. The City of Columbia Heights does not guarantee or imply that areas will be free from flooding or flood damages caused by inflow and infiltration. The City does not assume a specific duty as to individual property owners to enforce this ordinance, but is enacting the ordinance as a general regulation. This ordinance shall not create liability on the part of the city or its offices or employees for any flood damage that may result from failure to comply with any portion of this ordinance or any administrative decisions made pursuant thereto, whatever the cause. Effective Date. Tlfis ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after thirty days (30) after its passage. First Reading: Second Reading: Date of Passage: Offered by: Second by: Roll Call: Attest: Mayor Julienne Wyckoff City of Columbia Heights, Mi~mesota Carole Blowers Secretary Pro Tem o ._1 IL. RAINFALL EVENT /--ESTIMATED OR MEASURED  BYPASSED FLiW OR OVERFLOWS ! · I /.--- R ECO. R DE D EWAGE FLOW / / /.--NORMAL DRY WEATHER / \'~ /-- /SEWAGE FLOW PATTERN / INFLOW~ /RECORDED PRIOR TO' MID NOON MID NOON MID 0 .I ~ TIME IN DAYS FIGURE I GRAPHIC IDENTIFICATION OF INFILTRATION /' INFLOW University Avenue West, St. Paul,/YIN 55103-204'~ Phone: (612) 281-1200 · (800) 925-1122 Fa×: (612) 281-1299 · TDD (612) 281-1290 Don't Get All Wet! Legal Issues Related to Inflow and Infiltration by Ellen A. Longfellow LMCIT Loss Control Attorney January, 1998 In~oducfion: Now that we have learned what infiltration and inflow are and how to eliminate the problems, let's discuss the legal issues involved in the problems and the solutions. I. Liability Issues if there is Inflow and Infiltration A. Act of God or Nature This defense can be a basis for the case to be dismissed if the city can. show that. the sole reason for the sewer backups or other problems was an extraordinary.rainfall.. - Extraordinary rainfall - Was it an mount of rain that the city should normally be - expected to anticipate its system to handle? 100 year rain~.al!, 50 ye~ rainfall Source of water - Generally, a sanitary sewer system is supposed to be a closed system, how did the storm water get into the system? If storm water went into resident's basements and then into the floor drain or if the manhole covers were lifted to allow the storm water into the sanitary sewer system, there would be a good Act of God defense. If there is inflow and infiltration into the system that could be viewed as negligence then this defense would not be available. The Act of God defense only works by itself. B. Discretionary Immunity Under Minnesota Statute 466.03, subd. 6, the city could be dismissed if it can AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFII:LMATiIrE ACTION EMPLOYER show that the reason why it has not corrected any inflow and infiltration problems is because of a discretionary decision which is delined as a policy decision made by weighing £mancial, social and/or political factors. For example, a city knows that its system is old and has cracks throughout the lines that allow storm water to get into the sanitary sewer system. The city has notice of the problem but it orders an engineering study to provide options for correcting the problem. The study says that the remedy is to replace all of the sewer lines and that it will cost 10 million dollars. The city does not have the money to do that so it corrects the worst lines with the money that it does have and then develops a long term plan to replace the sewer lines over a ten year period of time. If the city has documented the discretionary decisions in this process, it may be granted discretionary immunity. C. Negligence Standard Was the city negligent in regard to the storm water in the sardtary sewer system? Did it fail to exercise reasonable care? The factors to show negligence are: 1. Defect - Was there a defect in the system? Was there an inflow / infiltration problem? 2. Notice - Did the city have notice of the problem? Had there been prior problems? Had the city had similar rainfalls that caused-the same problems that would have indicated an inflow/infiltration problem? Had.the city ever had an engineering study done outlining infl ow/infiltration prOblem? 3. Failure to correct the problem within a reasonable time'- Had the city tried to correct the problem? Did it have a plan to fix it over a-period Of. time? 4. That failure caused the damages Administrative Liability for Inflow / Inf'fltration. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency - Generally, the P. CA does not have the authority to regulate the condition of the sanitary sewer collection lines. If as a result of the condition of the sanitary sewer system, there are overflows of the wastewater facility or the lines into the environment, the PCA may impose fines, penalties or restrictions on future construction. The PCA has this authority under Minnesota Rules 700L1030 and 7050.0210 - .0211. For example, in.Duluth, the'PCA placed restrictions on any extensions of the city's sewer system until the inflow / infiltration problem was corrected. 2 III. Legal Authority for Cities to Inspect Private Property - Often sources of inflow into the city's system axe illegal private connections of sump pumps or rain leaders into the city's sanitary sewer system. In order to identify the source of storm water, the city must inspect private property. The city can provide authority for such inspections in its sewer ordinance. If someone will not consent to such an inspection, the city will have to obtain a search warrant from a court. IV. Legal Authority to Pay for Remedies for Private Property In order for a city to make a valid expenditure, it must be: A. For a public purpose; The city must articulate that even though it is purchasing sump pumps for private citizens, it benefits the public as a whole by reducing the wastewater treatment costs and eliminating the storm water from the sanitary sewer system. B. Authorized by state statute. The City of Duluth obtained special legislation authoriT/ng it to use grant money for sump pumps for private property owners. 8 15 ~.. 6 FR]DLEY COLUMBIA HEIGHTS -. HILLTOP, MN ~ 6~-~-~1~0' BASE MAP SOURCE: MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPOR'trATiON FIGURE 12 COMMUNITY LEAST-COST ALTERNATIVES [ ALTERNATIVE A ALTERNATIVE B ALTERNATIVE C CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of July 12, 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: PUBLIC Fire APPROVAL NO: Close Hearing ITEM: Rental License Revocation BY: Charlie Thompson BY DATE: July 9, 2004 DATE: NO: The matter of the revocation of the license to operate a rental unit(s) within the City of Columbia Heights against Erika Thorn regarding rental property at 1019 37th Avenue N.E. for failure to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenance Codes was previously scheduled to commence at the City Council meeting of July 12, 2004. The public hearing on this property may now be closed in that an extension of time to correct the violations on the property has been applied for and granted. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Erika Thorn Regarding Rental Property at 1019 37th Avenue N.E. in that an Extension of Time to Correct the Violations on the Property has been Applied for and Granted. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of July 12, 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: Fire APPROVAL PUBLIC NO: - ITEM: Close Hearing BY: Charlie Thompson Rental License Revocation DATE: July 9, 2004 DATE: NO: The matter of the revocation of the license to operate a rental unit(s) within the City of Columbia Heights against Larry Wakeman regarding rental property at 4147 Washington Street N.E. for failure to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenance Codes was previously scheduled to commence at the City Council meeting of July 12, 2004. The public hearing on this property may now be closed in that the property is no longer rental property. The property is being considered a single family home. Two violations remain uncorrected at the property and will be handled through the citation process. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Larry Wakeman Regarding Rental Property at 4147 Washington Street N.E. in that the Property is being Considered a Single Family Home. COUNCIL ACTION: DECISION RESOURCES, LTD, FINDINGS AND STRATEGIC CONSIDERATIONS 2004 Columbia Heights School District and City Residential Study Methodology: Decision Resources, Ltd., contacted 300 randomly selected households in the Columbia Heights School District. Residents were interviewed by telephone between June 17th and 24th, 2002. The average interview took eighteen minutes. The results of this sample may be projected to the universe of all adult residents of the Columbia Heights School District within + 5.5% in 95 out of 100 cases. The projectability to all adult residents of the City of Columbia Heights is ± 7.1% in 95 out of 100 cases. Key Findings: Residents are divided, but tilting in support of the combined renewal of the existing operating levy and an increase of $303.00 per pupil unit for ten years. Among all voters, respondents split 47%-39% in favor of the proposal, with 14% undecided. If undecided voters are asked about their current leanings and then added to the total, the split becomes 52%-40% in support of the proposal, with 8% undecided. Residents holding opinions akeady reflect a high degree of certainty in their positions: 71% are either "absolutely certain" or "very certain" they will not change their minds. If there is doubt among committed voters, it tends to be with opponents rather than supporters. Undecided voters are more apt to be younger (under 35 years old), empty nesters, renters, women, and Fridley residents. The success of a School District-City referendum for a new multi-use recreational facility will depend greatly on the specifics of the proposals. Residents are more likely to support a jointly operated building, 57%-19%, with 23% indifferent or unsure. There is no consensus on the appropriate site for the facility: 32% support "at the back 0fthe Columbia Heights High School," while 24% opt for "the old N.E.I. site on 41st and Central Avenue. Tax tolerance is extremely limited, with a majority willing to support no more than an increase of about $45.00 per year in their property taxes. Timing of the ballot question is also a concern: 40% want both questions together on the ballot, while 29% prefer the School District going to the public in November followed by the joint proposal at a later date; but, 21% would bring neither proposal to the electorate. In the absence of further information, if the two ballot questions were on the November ballot, the School District operating levy would be supported by a 51%-34% margin, while the School District-City bond referendum would be supported by a 50%-35% margin. The construction of a Minneapolis Commtmity Center within one mile of the city would greatly jeopardize the passage of this proposal. Columbia Heights residents favor two of four bond referendmu proposals the City could bring forward. A majority would be willing to support a maximum tax increase of $32.00 per year for a new library. In concept, without further tax impact information, a bond referendum for a new library is supported 55%- 35%, with 11% undecided. Similarly, a majority would be willing to support at most a $31.00 per year property tax increase for improvements at every city park. In concept, the park improvements proposal is supported by a 60%-27% margin. Opposition is extremely high to bond referendums for two other proposals: "building a new City Hall near the center of the community" and "updating and expanding city Decision Resources, Ltd. Columbia Heights City and School District 2004 Residential Survey trails." Intplications: In approaching bond and operating levy referendums for the November 2004 election, School District and City. decision-makers should keep the following conclusions in mind: Only the support for the School District operating levy request appears initially strong enough to be contested this November. To insure passage, a very rigorous information campaign and grass roots marketing effort will be essential. A key communications goal will be to convince doubting residents that the School District has enough funding and that it does not overspend. At this point in time, there are many intangibles needed to be resolved for a School District-City joint referendum for a multi-use recreation facility prior to a November effort. Consensus needs to be generated on the most efficient site for the new building; tax costs need to be fully discussed, keeping in mind the $45.00 per year tax increase limit on the median valued home in the area; and, the status of the Minneapolis proposal, even if it is still in discussion stages, will have a major impact on the success of any endeavor. Of the remaining City proposals, only one appears strong enough to advance in the November election: facility improvements at every park in the community. Again, the $31.00 per year property tax limit on the median valued home must be kept fu-mly in mind. The crafting of the proposal also needs to reflect improvements at all parks and a range of improvements for all age groups. Regardless of the decisions made, a November election will be a very tough environment to face. Any referendum efforts will need to be tightly focused with sufficiently detailed proposals and reasonable justifications. With a moderate tax climate, coupled with a heightened sensitivity toward tax increases, any controversy about the specifics ora ballot proposal will undoubtedly lead to its defeat at the pools. If the voters' decision is based upon a straight benefits versus tax costs comparison, without any distracting issues, the probability of success will be greatly improved. Columbia Heights City Schoo~ District 2004 Residential Study and Decision Resources, Ltd. Perceptions Columbia Heights Spend Effective/Efficient Spent Past Referendums of the School District City & Schoot District  47 3 Physical Education Important 48 7 , I 0 20 40 60 80 100 mAgree Disagree ~Unsure Decision Resources, Ltd. Perceptions of the City Columbia Heights City & School District Spend Effective/Efficient Parks/Facilities Deteriorated Adequacy Kept Pace Need for New Library Decision Resources, Ltd. 25 0 10 20 30 40 50 ~lAgree Disagree U nsu re 60 5O 40 30 20 10 0 Perception of Property Taxes Coiumbia Heights City & School District 53 54 53 City Portion Total School District Portion IVery High iSomewhat High E~About Average ~Somewhat Low ~Very Low ~Unsure Decision Resources, Ltd. Predisposition on Tax Increase Columbia Heights City & School District 8O 7O 6O 5O 4O 3O 2O 10 0 66 4 5 School District City Facilities [BltllAgainst All ~lFor Some ~For All r-qUnsure Decision Resources, Ltd. School District Operating Levy Columbia Heights City & School District Suppod 47% Unsure 14% 35% 9% Oppose 39% Initial Position Leaning Voters 56% Decision Resources, Ltd. Solidity of Opinion on Levy Proposal Columbia Heights City & School District 6O 5O 4O 3O 2O 10 5O 31 33 19 13 0 I 1 Support Oppose mAbsolutely Certain reVery Certain ~Somewhat Certain I~Somewhat Uncertain ~Very Uncertain E3Unsure Decision Resources, Ltd. School District Columbia Heights Operating Levy City & School District 18-34 35-54 55+ Pre-School Parents CHSD Parents Empty Nests Public Employee Business/Corporation Owner/Self. Employed Retired In Home mSupport mOppose ~Unsure 50 i ' ' ~ '47- 44 II1~ I I 0 20 40 60 80 100 Decision Resources, Ltd. School District Operating Levy Columbia Heights City & School District Renter ~ 3z ~"' , Own/Under $150K Own/S1 $OK-$2OOK ' ' 58 Own/$200K-$250K Own/Over $250K , 4~ Men Women Columbia Heights Fridley ~~;~ ~ 451 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 ~lSupport ~Oppose ~Unsure Decision Resources, Ltd. Impact of Supporters' Arguments Columbia Heights City & School District No Increase since 1997 Bring to Average Levy Cut 3.4 Million Dollars 0 Decision Resources, Ltd. / 10 20 30 40 50 60 ~iilMuch More Likely ~lSomewhat More Likely I I Gymnasium Space Columbia Heights City & School District Too Much 3% Not Enough 27% About Right 38% Decision Resources, Ltd. Unsure 33% City-School District Joint Effort Columbia Heights City & School District Somewhat More Much More 34% 23% Unsure 11% No Difference 13% Decision Resources, Ltd. Somewhat Less 9% Much Less 10% Location of Multi-Use Recreation Facility Columbia Heights City & School District Back on CH SD 32% NEI Site 24% Near Murzyn Hall 13% Decision Resources, Ltd. Someplace Elselndifferent 3% 14% Unsure 14% Acceptable Increase for Recreation Facility Columbia Heights City & School District 35 3O 25 2O 15 10 5 0 17 16 16 1-0- 2 Nothing "$3.00" "$6.00" "$9.00" "$12.00""$15.00""$18.00" Unsure ~Per Month I Decision Resources, Ltd. Minneapolis Community Center Columbia Heights City & School District No Difference 16% Somewhat More Likely 15% Much More Likely 10% Somewhat Less Likely 28% Unsure 7% Much Less Likely 24% Decision Resources, Ltd. Referendum Schedule Columbia Heights City & School District Both Together 40% Schools First 29% Decision Resources, Ltd. Neither 21% Unsure 8% Indifferent 2% Voting Columbia Heights Behavior City & School District For Both 41% / For SD Only 10% For Joint Only 9% Unsure 16% Decision Resources, Ltd. Against Both 25% New Columbia Library Building Heights City & School District Somewhat Agree Strongly Agree 30% 25% Unsure Disagre '~li~~'~ 11% Somewhat 14% Strongly Disagree 21% Nothing "$3.00" "$6.00" "$9.O0" "$12.00" "$15.oo- "$18.oo" 171 M~an Amo~unt = 11 $2i64/M°nth 37 0 10 20 30 40 II~Per Monthl Decision Resources, Ltd. New City Hall Columbia Heights City & School District Somewhat Disagree 24% Somewhat Agree 21% Strongly Agree 8% nsure 12% Strongly Disagree 35% Nothing "$3.00" "$6.00" "$9.oo" "$12.00" "$15.oo" "$18.oo" Unsure 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 [WPer MonthJ Decision Resources, Ltd. Park Improvements Cotumbia Heights City & School District Strongly Agree Somewhat Agree ~ 24% 36% ~Unsure13% Somewhat Disagree Strongly Disagree 11% 16% Nothing "$3.O0" "$6.00" "$9.00" "$12.00" "$15.oo" "$18.00" Unsure i i 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 [IPer MonthJ Decision Resources, Ltd. Updating/Expanding Trails Columbia Heights City & School District Somewhat Agree Nothing Somewhat Disagree~22'0% "$3.00" 1 8.0% ~,Strongly Agree 11.0% "$6.00" ~ Unsure "$9.00" Strongly Disagree 18.0% 31.0% "$12.00" "$15.00" "$18.00" Unsure 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 IBPer Monthl Decision Resources, Ltd.