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Home My WebLink AboutAugust 9, 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, tnn.us ADMINIS TRA T/ON Ma,,or Julienne ~4~ckoff Councihnembers Robert A. liqlliams Bn~ce Ntnl~rocki Tammera Ericson Bruce Kelzenberg Cit~, Manager ~[~'alter 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, August 9, 2004 in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 590 40th Avenue N.E.; Columbia Heights, MN. The City of Columbia Heights does not discrhninate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or 'employment in, its services, programs, or activities. Upon request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in all City of Columbia Heights' services, progrmns, 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 Deputy City Clerk at 763-706-3611, to make an'angements. (TDD/706-3692 for deaf or hearing hnpaired only) Invocation: Reverend Dan Thompson, Columbia Heights Assembly of God Chm'ch, 1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 2. 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 FormTx or items submitted after the agenda preparation deadline.) PROCLAMATIONS~ PRESENTATIONS~ RECOGNITIONS AND GUESTS A) Proclamations - none B) Presentations - none C) Introduction of New Employees - none D) Recognition 1) Charles Clu:istopherson, Charter Commission Pg 5 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 July 26, 2004 regular City Council meeting MOTION: Move to approve the minutes of the July 26, 2004, regular City Com~cil meeting as presented. Pg 6 2) Accept Boards m~d Commissions Meeting Minutes a) MOTION: Move to accept the June 23, 2004 minutes of the ParldRecreation Commission Pg 15 b) MOTION: Move to accept the August 4, 2004 minutes of the Planning/Zoning Commission Pg 18 3) Establish Work Session meeting date for Monday, August 16, 2004, beginning at 7:00 p.m. in Conference Room 1. Pg 25 MOTION: Move to'establish a Work Session meeting date for Monday, August 16, 2004 begi~ming at 7:00 p.m. in Co~fference Room 1. THE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT OR THE PROVISION OF SERVICES City Council Agenda August 9, 2004 Page 2 of 4 4) Adopt Resolution No. 2004-39, being a Resolution designating election judges for the 2004 Primary and General Elections Pg 26 MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2004-39, being a Resolution designating election judges for the 2004 Primary and General Elections. 5) Adopt Resolution No. 2004-40 being a Resolution authorizing participation in the Safe and Sober Con'uuunities Grant Progrmu. Pg 30 MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2004-40, there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2004-40, being a Resolution authorizing participation in the Safe and Sober Commtmities Grant Program. 6) Approve transfer of funds fi'om the General Fund to Police Department O.T. Fund, Line 1020 Pg 32 MOTION: Move to transfer $3,560, the total an~ount received from Northeast Metro 916 for off duty traffic and crowd control worked, from the General Fund to the Police Depamnent 2004 budget under line #1020, police overtime. 7) Authorize Submittal of the Industrial Park Enviromuental Assessment Worksheet to the Environmental Quality Bom'd (packet) Pg 34 MOTION: Move to authorize the submittal of the Enviromuental Assessment Worksheet to the Environmental Quality Board for publication, which initiates the public con~nent period, and distribution to required agencies and organizations together with the required press release. 8) Establish a Hearing Date of August 23, 2004 for revocation/suspension of rental property license at 4631-4633 Pierce St Pg 35 MOTION: Move to Establish a Hearing Date of August 23, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Shadina McClendon at 4631-4633 Pierce St. 9) Approve Business License Applications Pg 36 MOTION: Move to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for August 9, 2004 as presented. 10) Approve Pawnent of Bills Pg 38 MOTION: Move to approve payment of the bills out of the proper funds as listed in the attached check register covering Check Number 19331 through 109535 in the amount of $1,242,129.51. PUBLIC HEARINGS A) Second Reading to adopt Ordinance #1473, being an Ordinance vacating the alley adjacent to 573 40th Avenue NE Pg 46 MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1473, there being ample copies available to the public. MOTION: Move to adopt Ordinance No. 1473, being an ordinance vacating the alley adjacent to 573 40th Average NE. B) Proposed adoption of a modification to the Downtown Central Business District, the proposed establishment of the Huset Pm'k ga-ea TIF District and the proposed adoption of a TIF Plm~ (packet)Pg48 NOTE: Please bring the copy of the TIF plan that you received last week. City Council Agenda August 9, 2004 Page 3 of 4 MOTION: Move to continue the Public Hearing to the City Council meeting of September 13, 2004 at approximately 7:00 pm for the proposed adoption of a modification to the Downtow2~ Central Business District, the proposed establislunent o£the Huset Park A2'ea TIF District and the proposed adoption of a TIF Plan. c) Public Hearinff called for Revocation/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 4101 5th St. Pg 49 MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Paul Fry Regarding Rental Property at 4101 5th Street in that the Property has been sold and is no longer rental propmty. D) Public Hearing called for Revocation/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 344 40th Ave. Pg 50 MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Jo12~ Gondek Regarding Rental Property at 344 40th Avenue in that the violations on the property have been corrected. E) F) Public Hearing called for Revocation/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 4410 Central Ave. Pg 51 MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Jaqueline Williams Regarding Rental Property at 4410 Central Avenue in that the property has been vacated and is no longer rental property. Public Heat'ina called for Revocation/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 4154-56 2nd St. Pg 52 MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Douglas Evans Regarding Rental Property at 4154-56 2nd Street in that the violations on the property have been con-ected. G) Public Hearing called for Rev/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 3727 Reservoir Blvd Pg 53 MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Timothy Quass Regarding Rental Property at 3727 Reservoir Blvd N.E. in that the violations on the property have been corrected. H) Public Hearing called for Rev/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 3861 Edaemoor Place Pg 54 MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Bradley Hoag Regarding Rental PropmCy at 3861 Edgemoor Place N.E in that the violations on the property have been corrected. i) Public Hearing called for Rev/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 4610-12 Fillmore St Pg 55 MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Mohsen Dessould Regarding Rental Property at 4610-12 Fillmore Street in that the violations on the property have been corrected. J) Public Hearing called for Rev/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 4919-21 Jackson St. Pg 56 MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Michael Joltnson Regarding Rental Property at 4919-21 Jackson St. in that the property has been sold and is no longer rental property. Public Hearing called for Revocation/Suspension ofRerttal Housin~ License at 4643 Pierce St Pg 57 MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Richard Meissner Regarding Rental Property at 4643 Pierce Street in that the violations on the property have been corrected. City Council Agenda August 9, 2004 Page 4 of 4 L) Public Hearing called for Revocation/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 4606-08 4th St Pg 58 MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Larry Wakeman Regarding Rental Property at 4606-08 4th Street in that the violations on the property have been corrected. M) Public Hearing called for Revocation/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 4901 5th St Pg 59 MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Donald Woods Regarding Rental Property at 4901 5th Street in that the in that the violations on the prope~y have been corrected. N) Public Hearing called for Rev/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 5252-54 Waslfington Pg 60 MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Bette Harlan Regarding Rental Property at 5252-54 Washington Street in that the in that the violations on the property have been corrected. o) Public Hearing called for Revocation/Suspension of Rental Housing License at 5229-31 7t~' St Pg 61 MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Ed Matthes Regarding Rental Property at 5229-31 7th Street in that the in that the violations on the property have been corrected. P) Public Hearing called for Revocation/Suspension of Rental Housh~g License at 1230-32 Circle Terrace Blvd Pg 61 MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearh~g Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Jem~ifer Gorka Regarding Rental Property at 1230-32 Circle Ten'ace Blvd. in that the property has been sold and will be licensed by a new owner. Q) Public Hearing called for Revocation/Suspension 'of Rental Housing License at 1355-57 Circle Terrace Blvd Pg 62 MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Judith Gennah~ Regarding Rental Property at 1355-57 Circle Terrace Blvd. in that the in that the violations on the property have been corrected. 7. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION A) Other Ordinances and Resolutions - none B) Bid Considerations -none C) Other Business - none 8. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS A) Report of the City Mm~ager B) Report of the City Attorney CITIZENS FORUM (At this time, citizens have an opportunity to discuss with the Com~cil items not on the regular agenda. Citizens are requested to limit their comments to five mh~utes.) 10. COUNCIL CORNER :i. ADJoURI~T ,, Walter R. Fehst', ~ity Manager WF/pvm 'I~.~FO~~~ 0~" 1997 TO 2OO4 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL MEETING JULY 26, 2004 THESE NOT BEEN The following are the minutes for the regular meeting of the City Council held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, July 26, 2004 in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 590 40th Avenue N.E., Columbia Heights, MN. Father A1 Backmann, hm-naculate Conception Church, gave the Invocation. Father Al invited the community to the Immaculate Conception Church Fun Fest on August 7 and 8. This is a fundraiser for the church and school. There will be many events including a 10:00 a.m. mass, music, food, bingo, nad silent auction. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Wyckoff, Councilmember Williams, Councilmember Nawrocki, Councilmember Ericson, and Councihnember Kelzenberg PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - recited ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO MEETING AGENDA Nawrocki requested discussion of projected LGA loss, industrial park redevelopment plan, changes to the Kmart area redevelopment plan, and sanitary sewer damage. Wyckoff indicated the City Manager would discuss LGA in his report; there is a public meeting on the industrial area Thursday evening and sewer damage discussion will be under Council corner. Wyckoff requested discussion o fa special Economic Development Authority meeting under 7C. PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS, RECOGNITIONS AND GUESTS Presentations A) Columbia Heights Athletic Boosters - Donation in support of the Recreation Department der~y Foss, along with several other members of the Columbia Heights Athletic Boosters presented Keith Windschitl, Recreation Director with a check for $25,000, showing their commitment to the youth of Cohtmbia Heights. The fimds help to reduce participant costs. Foss stated that the Boosters meet the third Wednesday of the month in the Murzyn Hall Senior Lounge. Windschitl thanked the Boosters on behalf of the youth program, indicated the contribution helps to make our programs affordable. B) Joanne Garbe - Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Walk doanne Garbe described the Komen Breast Cancer Walk on September 10 through 12 and her participation in honor of her mother. Participates must raise $2,000 to express the magnitude of the problem. Garbe stated that she has raised $1,300 and asked for ideas on how to raise the remaining amount. If anyone would like to pledge, they can visit the web site www. threedav, o~;g or send a check to her written to The Breast Cancer Three Day. Ericson asked that Ms. Garbe report back to the Council after the event. Father Al, Immaculate Conception Church, offered to post this in their church bulletin and suggested that other churches might do the same. Wyckoff indicated she put Ms. Garbe in contact with the Women of Today for assistance. CONSENT AGENDA City Manager Walt Fehst took Councihnembers through the consent agenda items: 1) Approve City Council Meeting Minutes for July 12, 2004 regular City Council meeting Motion to approve the minutes of the July 12, 2004, regular City Council meeting as presented. City Council Minutes July 26, 2004 Page 2 of 9 2) Accept Boards and Commissions Meeting Minutes a) Motion to accept the July 7, 2004 minutes of the Planning and Zoning Commission. b) Motion to accept the April 20, 2004 minutes of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. c) Motion to accept the July 8, 2004 minutes of the Library Board of Trustees. 3) First reading to adopt Ordinance No. 1473 being an Ordinance vacating alley adjacent to 573 40th Avenue Fehst indicated this alley had been vacated previously, but due to improper recording this is a housekeeping item. Motion to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1473, there being ample copies available to the public. Motion to establish a second reading of Ordinance No. 1473, being an Ordinance vacating alley adjacent to 573 40th Avenue NE, for August 9, 2004, at approximately 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. 4) Authorize transfer of funds from the General Fund to Reimburse Police Department Overtime Fund Motion to transfer $4,391.25, the total amount received from Unique Thrift Store, Columbia Heights High School activities, and Columbia Heights High School All Night Party Committee for off duty security worked, from the General Fund to the Police Department 2004 budget under line #1020, Police Overtime. 5) Approve the Joint Powers Agreement with School District #13 for Police School Liaison Officer Fehst stated this agreement was postponed as the Union has not settled, bttt is now being submitted with the intent that any pay increase for this Officer would be passed on to the School District. Motion to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to approve the Joint Powers Agreement with School District #13 for the provision of a Police School Liaison Officer as stipulated in the joint powers agreement for the period of September 2, 2003 through June 7, 2004. 6) Adopt Resolution No. 2004-37, being a Resolution accepting the Civilian Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program Grant. Police Chief Tom Johnson indicated there are no matching fimds required for this grant. The grant will send our officers to a "train the trainer "program, purchase equipment, and train all residents who wish to participate in the CERT Program. Our Fire Depart~nent will also be involved. Training for residents will be six to eight weeks, a couple nights a week, and include hands-on training, which will free up our officers for other serious and more dangerous business during any disaster. The 30 best trainees will become the members of our CERT team. Officers will be trained in August, and residents in September and October. Residents will be informed of the program through ads, cable TV, and the City web site. Another grant will allow for the purchase of fifteen 800 MHZ radios for communication with other local communities. Nawrocki indicated that he and Chief Johnson attended the Anoka County Emergency Management meeting regarding natural and man made emergency plan development. Johnson stated the critical nature of areas such as the Water Works. Chief Johnson credited Officer John Rogers for filing and successfidly receiving this grant, as we were one of a very few to receive this grant. City Council Minutes July 26, 2004 Page 3 of 9 Motion to waive the reading of Resolution 2004-37 there being ample copies available for the public. Motion to adopt Resolution 2004-37 being a Resolution supporting the efforts of the Columbia Heights Police Department and the development of the Civilian Emergency Response Team (CERT); further, to authorize the Mayor and the City Manager to enter into a contract with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management to obtain a grant in the amount of $13,654 and to pay for the development of the CERT program. 7) Establish a Hearing Date of August 9, 2004 for revocation or suspension of rental property licenses at 4101 5th St, 344 40th Ave, 4410 Central Ave, 4901 5th St, 1230 Circle Terrace Blvd, 4154-56 2nd St, 3727 Reservoir Blvd, 3861 Edgemoor P1, 5252-54 Washington St, 5229-31 7th St, 4610-12 Fillmore St, 4919-21 Jackson St, 4606-08 4th St, 1355-57 Circle Terrace Blvd, 4643 Pierce St. Fehst indicated that most of the established hearings are due to the failure of the property owner to submit their application for renewal. Nawrocki noted that 3808 Rese~woir is not on the list. Fehst stated they have filed application for the permit. Nawrocki questioned the Court action on this property, dim Hoefi, City Attorney, stated that another hearing has been set for August or September, as the property owner advised the Court of the positive steps he is taking. I~yckoff questioned 3 72 7 Reservoir Boulevard. Fehst stated the owner wouM meet with engineers regarding the retaining wall. The owner must build a safe structure in a timely manner. Motion to Establish a Hearing Date of August 9, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Paul Fry at 4101 5th Street N.E. Motion to Establish a Hearing Date of August 9, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against John Gondek at 344 40th Avenue N.E. Motion to Establish a Hearing Date of August 9, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Jaqueline Williams at 4410 Central Avenue N.E. Motion to Establish a Hearing Date of August 9, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Donald Woods at 4901 5th Street N.E. Motion to Establish a Hearing Date of August 9, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Jennifer Goraka at 1230 Circle Terrace Blvd N.E. Motion to Establish a Hearing Date of August 9, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Douglas Evans at 4154- 56 2nd Street N.E. City Council Minutes July 26, 2004 Page 4 of 9 Motion to Establish a Hearing Date of August 9, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Timothy Quass at 3727 Reservoir Blvd N.E. Motion to to Operate Edgemoor Establish a Hearing Date of August 9, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Bradley Hoag at 3861 Place N.E. Motion to Establish a Hearing Date of August 9, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Bette Harlan at 5252-54 Washington Street N.E. Motion to Establish a Hearing Date of August 9, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Edwin Matthes at 5229- 31 7th Street N.E. Motion to Establish a Hearing Date of August 9, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Mohsen Dessouki at 4610-12 Fillmore Street N.E. Motion to Establish a Hearing Date of August 9, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Michael Johnson at 4919-21 Jackson Street N.E. Motion to Establish a Hearing Date of August 9, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Larry Wakeman at 4606-08 4th Street N.E. Motion to Establish a Hearing Date of August 9, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Judith Genr~ain at 1355- 57 Circle Terrace Blvd N.E. Motion to Establish a Heating Date of August 9, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Richard Meissner at 4643 Pierce Street N.E. 8) Approval of attached list of rental housing license applications for July 26, 2004 Motion to approve the attached list of rental housing license applications, in that they have met the requirements of the Housing Maintenance Code. 9) Approve Business License Applications Motion to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for July 26, 2004 as presented. 10) Approve Payment of Bills Motion to approve pa3qrtent of the bills out of the proper funds as listed in the attached check register covering Check Number 109171 through 109330 in the amount of $1,350,510.70. Motion by Nawrocki, second by Williams, to approve the Consent Agenda items as presented. Upon vote: Ayes: Kelzenberg, Williams, Ericson, Nawrocki, Wyckoff. Motion carried. City Council Minutes July 26, 2004 Page 5 of 9 PUBLIC HEARINGS Rental License for 1162-1164 Cheery Lane NE Mayor Wyckoff closed the Public Heating regarding the revocation or suspension of the rental license held by Katherine Crosby regarding rental property at 1162-64 Cheery Lane N.E. in that the violations on the property have been corrected. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION Other Business - Williams indicated his request to hold a special EDA meeting to discuss saving the former NEI building, as we have moved toward demolition to quickly. The building may have more vahte than previously realized. There is not a plan in place for the raw land. Wyckoff stated the EDA voted to demolish the building, with Councilmembers Williams and Nawrocki voting in the negative, and the vote was delayed several months. Williams stated the building is an asset and the hull is good, though the plumbing and electric are obsolete. He indicated that he would have the building inspected by an architect, at his cost, prior to the meeting. Wyckoff described her initial desire to save the building and reconsideration after reading the reports and toz,tring the building. Wyckoff indicated that Ga~3; Peterson initially stated the building was in bad shape and now wants to save it. The historical site she wants saved (Dr. Good building) has not been looked at. Wyckoff indicated that posting of the meeting prior to calling the members may not be illegal, but is unethical. This meeting was set for a date when the key staff member is on vacation. Kelzenberg indicated he would attend the meeting. Ericson indicated agreement to attend this EDA meeting to discuss information not previously brought forth, as the Jzme and July EDA meetings were cancelled. Ericson did not feel a reverse vote would be successfid, but agreed to additional discussion. Nawrocki indicated he has not seen any facts and figures to save the building. It is premature to remove the building for a new city hall, library, and civic center. Gym space is critical for our recreation programs and for the schools. The School District is not inclined to add gym space at this time, so we need to look at alternatives for our youth. It is difficult to talk about bonding for new gyms when we are tearing down a building that has two gyms. Nawrocla' indicated that he is not told when key staff people will be out of town and did not ]o, ow Mr. Streetar wouM be gone. Discussion included cost to save the building, cost to demolish and replace the building, and the cost to break the demolition contract. &re Janosld, 4851 Jefferson, indicated that she is on the site design committee for new gym space. The committee findings will be reviewed with the Community Development Director next week, and do not inchtde the current NEI btdlding. Nawrocki stated that the special EDA meeting would be Thursday, July 29, 2004 beginning at 5:30p. m. in Conference Room 1. Fehst stated that the NEI Redevelopment Assessment report and the relevant EDA minutes would be inchtded in the Council packet. Williams stated his belief that the building is worth saving. We must reinvent how we get our revenue. He agreed it would look fimny to tear down a building that already has gyms. We need the gym space and the elevator. Renovation would not have to be done all at once. If we spend four to five million dollars on the building, we would have a ten million dollar building. Williams stated he does not want to have more open property in the City that we are doing nothing with. City Council Minutes July 26, 2004 Page 6 of 9 Wyckoff indicated that we need amenities now to attract people to the proposed 600 new townhomes. Nawrocki stated that Cohtmbia Heights is a great place to Rye and gave some histo~Ty on recreational programs in the community. He supports having the special meeting to acquire more information on saving and tearing down the building. Wyckoff referred to the recent positive information fi'om the Kroc Foundation. Fehst stated that the 3 7th and University Avenue site is the only Minnesota metro site still under consideration for their facility. There are four or five regions in the running for the $1.5 billion available. The Foundation would request donation of the land. We indicated that Huset Park is available during the day and may be part of the Minneapolis grant application. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Report of the City Manager Fehst stated that due to the Governor's decision and compromise with the League of MN Cities, our local gove~,ment aid will be reduced $550,000 next year and $300, 000 the next year, rather than receiving $1 million. This will bring our aid down to $700,000, with an overall loss of $2 million dollars. Fehst suggested freezing the 2005 budget at the 2004 level. This would result in reductions to equal payroll increases. Nawrocki indicated his disappointment in the Governor's decision and the League of MN Cities agreement to not take legal action. This reduction does not meet the letter of the law. We should take legal action to see that the State abides by the law on the books. Fehst stated that we could do that, but the decision was made on legislative intent, and is not sure it would be a wise expenditure of our legal dollars. The intent was to change the aid, if not this yea~; next year. We sent a letter to our Legislators and Governor requesting they follow the current law. Ericson stated that when the Legislature reconvened they would establish the law anyway. Fehst stated that the fitnds were never intended to go to the general fimd, only to the capital fimd. Ericson stated that the more appropriate response regarding the way LGA was distributed is to complain to our legislators. Wyckoff stated that fimds should be distributed as they were originally intended. Williams stated that maybe we need to take a stand and take legal action. Fehst stated that the Legislators intend was to continue reduction of state aid. Williams stated the need to reinvent how we obtain revenue. Nawrocki explained the original intent of LGA fimds. He stated that are probably the biggest losers of aid in the state, and to take this sitting down is not the best route to go. Motion by Nawrocki, that staffbe directed to look at the possibilities of making a legal challenge to what the Governor is intending to do with LGA. Motion seconded by Williams. Hoefi indicated that even ifa court awarded us the fimds, there would no doubt be a correction on the part of Legislature and the fitnds returned. Ericson stated that we would spend a lot of money in the process. Nawrocki felt our Legislators need to Imow the result of their action on their constituents. We may lose the fight, but have tried. Wyckoff indicated that we should not forget the $1 million we received in cleanup grants and we do not want to hurt our chance at fitture grants. City Council Minutes July 26, 2004 Page 7 of 9 Kelzenberg indicated the desire to work through our legislators, rather than purs~te a lawsuit. Upon vote: Kelzenberg, aye; Willimr~s, aye Ericson, nay; Nawrocki, aye; Wyckoff, nay. 3 Ayes - 2 Nays. Motion carried. Report of the City Attorney Wyckoff referred to a complaint regarding employment papers at bus stops. Hoefi gave &e background on action taken on this issue during the construction on Central Avenue and the resulting challenge by the paper's owners. Until recently, there were no issues with placement or distribution of the materials. The Public Works Department has indicated they would do additional cleanup as the situation arose. Hoefi stated that it is an enforcement issue. CITIZENS FORUM Deb Johnson, 999 41st Avenue, stated that the NEI site has been discussed since last year and is not new news. She indicated that this is jttst a hot topic because it is election time. COUNCIL CORNER Kelzenberg · Wished Tami Ericson a happy birthday. Benefit softball game on Thursday, Aug 5th, 6:30 p.m., between the Columbia Heights Postal employees and the Colmnbia Heights Policemen/Firemen at Huset Park, Field #5. The donation of a non-perishable food item is requested. Williams Researching NEI again at the request of residents. Will have an architect look at the condition of the building. Fehst stated there has been a lot of destruction in the building by asbestos removal. Referred to the goal setting session and the need to be more pro-active and know where we are going. National Night Out - August 3rd. · What has happened to the Huset Park study? Fehst stated that it would be discussed at the August 16 work session. We will need to determine fimdingfor the road. Requested a copy of the study in advance so there will be adequate time for review. · On the survey conducted, citizens want to build things but show no desire to pay for them. Survey questions were approved before seeing them and felt they were misleading. Referred to the School District's request for another operating levy. Fehst stated that School District would close one levy and open another, resulting in a $200 tcc¥ increase for $200,000 home. We must decide on the level of service in our community and basic services have to be maintained. We must maintain our property if we expect residents to maintain their property. You have to pay the people who are here to do the job and they continue to wear more hats. By 2007 the budget will be less than the budget for 2003. We are trying to do the job with less. We are losing $2 million in State Aid. Wy&off requested Williams have his architect also look at the Dr. Good building. Yes, he will. Wyckoff · We need to be stricter and more efficient on code violations. · Huset Park - be sure there is open space. Development funds should be distributed to all the city parks. · Read the MN Cities magazine recognition of Columbia Heights as a Tree City USA. Diseased tree removals have been significantly higher and exceed the budgeted amount. Fehst stated that fall removals would be on a complaint basis and we may need to use trimming and planting fimds for removal. Consideration will be given to continuing to pay a percentage of private removals; we are the only city that does so. City Council Minutes Public meeting regarding the Columbia Heights industrial area redevelopment on Thursday, July 29th from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Murzyn Hall. Fehst stated that this is not a city-sponsored meeting. Crossroads, a co~mr~unity conversation regarding youth in our city, will be held on Thursday, July 29th from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Columbia Heights Assembly of God Church. · Indicated the Heights Happenings would have information regarding the budget and Community Development Director Streetar will tape a cable T.V. show explaining how the budget works. · The City of Minneapolis has passed a smoking ban and the City of St. Paul is close to doing so. Feels a ban will be requested in our City. There would be one business hurt in Columbia Heights and we want to work with them. Williams asked how it woulcl be enforced. Uncomfortable with ban - feels people should have the choice. Ericson · The goal setting session was good thing, looks forward to the next one and to implementing an action plan. · Reminded everyone that National Night Out is August 3rd. July 26, 2004 Page 8 of 9 Nawrocki Feels intimidated that he cannot bring up City items for discussion to do his job as a Councilmember. We need to talk about the level of service to the community and cutting back. Believes the services we provide can be done more cost effectively. Financial assistance on diseased tree removal is something we do for citizens, as we tell them they must remove the tree for the good of the public. · As the representative to Suburban Rate Authority, indicated positive results and cost savings to our tax payers and projected future costs. Utility contractors now want to have municipalities responsible for locating lines on private property, which would open cities to liability for errors and injuries. The League of MN Cities and MN Engineers Association have become involved in this. · Smoking ban is only sensible if it is a statewide ban, or at least metro wide. · The meeting agenda did not appear on cable this week. Wyckoffindicated that the staff person who does this was on vacation. · The public meeting announcement in the paper for the industrial area looks like an official city meeting, which it is not. · Questioned the amount of tax increment financing for the industrial area. Fehst stated this would be lvresented August ! 6th. Requested this information prior to the public meeting. · The Planning and Zoning Commission meeting minutes indicated an increase in the number of units for the Kmart area. Questioned if there would be enough parking, specifically for guests. When will the plan come before the City Council? Ericson stated tentatively in August, but there are 30 conditions for the developer to meet prior to this. Hoefi stated the plan was for 218 and is now 230 units. Ericson stated the underground parking will meet the requirements for the additional units and street parking is also available. Fehst stated the original plan was for 250 units. · Requested a copy of the comprehensive sewer plan approved by the Met Council. · Do we have a Building Official on staff?. Fehst stated this is a contracted service and has not changed. New Brighton is contracting the services. Wants to see who they are and their qualifications. · Requested update of the screening for Stinson Boulevard. · We have a responsibility to help people with sewage backups from blockage in the city line. Residents with backups in the last 3.5 years should get consideration for help with their costs. · Requested a list of ongoing consultant contracts. · Has not received the audit letter. Fehst stated the Auditor would be present at the August 16th work session. · Referred to the draft city newsletter regarding the budget, property taxes and sump pump program penalties. City Council Minutes July 26, 2004 Page 9 of 9 Questioned ifAldi's Grocery is considering a location here. Fehst statedyes. Whatever the impact, we may need to consider a new liquor store in the redevelopment of 49th and Central. Wyckoff referred to a letter regarding a severed relationship with the Kmart developer. Fehst stated this does not affect zts. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Wyckoff adjourned the meeting at 9:39 p.m. Patricia Muscovitz, CMC Deputy City Clerk/Council Secretary THESE IVItNUT HAV NOT BEEN APPROVED City of Columbia Heights Park and Recreation Commission June 23, 2004 The meeting was called to order by Eileen Evans at 6:33 p.m. ROLL CALL Members present: Eileen Evans; Jerry Foss; Tom Greenhalgh; Gary Mayer; David Payne; Marsha Stroik; Keith Windschitl, Recreation Director; Kevin Hansen, Public Works Director/City Engineer Also present: Excused Absent: Bruce Kelzenberg; Kevin McDonald Absent: None APPROVAL CONSENT AGENDA Commission Member, Jerry Foss, questioned the Murzyn Hall expenses in regards to two separate Taste of Heights expenses with vendors of Wyckoff and Joclyn. Recreation Director, Keith Windschitl, noted that he is aware of those expenses and is looking into why they have appeared as Mm'zyn Hall expenses. Keith Windschitl will follow up with this matter at the next Park and Recreation Commission meeting. Motion to approve consent agenda by Foss, second by Gree~algh. All ayes, motion cm'ried. LETTERS AND REQUESTS REQUEST FOR FEES WAIVED AND HALL USAGE FOR THE 2005 SENIOR ALL- NIGHT PARTY Recreation Director, Keith Windschitl, informed the Colm~ission of the request for fees waived and hall usage for the 2005 Senior All~Night Party to be held at JPM on Tuesday, June 7, 2005, Wednesday, Jm~e 8, 2005 and Thursday, June 9, 2005 tl~rough the morning of Friday, June 10, 2005. The only fees that the Senior All-Night committee has incun'ed in the past have been premix chm'ges. All set up of decorations is done during normal operating hours. Restructuring the head custodian's schedule mostly covers custodial overtime. Motion to waive rental fees completely for the 2005 Senior All-Night Party by Mayer, second by Greenhalgh. All ayes, motion carried. PAGE TWO REQUEST FOR COLUMBIA HEIGHTS RESIDENT DISCOUNT FOR COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CLASS OF 1969 Recreation Director, Keith Windschitl, informed the Cormnission of the request for Columbia Heights resident discount of the Columbia Heights Class of 1969. Some classmates of 1969 reside in Columbia Heights but are tmwilling to put up their homeowner's insurance. A blanket insurance policy will be purchased to satisfy the City's request for personal liability. Motion to grant the Columbia Heights resident discount for the Columbia Heights Class of 1969 by Payne, second by Foss. All ayes, motion cm'ried. OLD BUSINESS There was no old business at the time. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business at the time. REPORTS RECREATION DIRECTOR Recreation Director, Keith Windschitl, i~zformed the Commission that the air-handling unit in JPM has had major leakage problems over the past few weeks. Honeywell cannot determine where the exact leak is coming fi'om and has recolrnrtended that the air- handling unit be pulled up and the drip pan be replaced. Am estimated cost to replace both drip pans is a little over $5,000. Recreation Director, Keith Windschitl, informed the Commission of the 2004 Columbia Heights Jamboree scheduled events. The pm'ade will be held on Friday, June 25, 2004; fireworks and a softball tournament on Saturday, June 26, 2004; hot air balloon rides for $5 each, a car show for $5 and a medallion hunt. Recreation Director, Keith Windschitl, informed the Commission that he is in the process of working on the 2005 budget. PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR/CITY ENGINEER Public Works Director/City Engineer, Kevin Hansen, informed the Commission that the Public Works depm'tment is getting ready for the 2004 Jamboree. Public Works Director/City Engineer, Kevin Hansen, informed the Commission that the pa'ks depm*tment is down is staff size due to budget cuts. PAGE THREE COMMISSION MEMBERS Commission Member, Marsha Stroik, noted that there is a high number of youth that frequent Murzyn Hall after hours and questioned if JPM has sustained damage from the high traffic. Recreation Director, Keith Windschitl, stated that there has been some minor damage but nothing significant. Colmnission Chairperson, Eileen Evans, informed the Commission of the quality of the construction site where GMAC is building homes on 2nd street, south of 42nd Avenue in Columbia Heights. She suggested the Colrunission Members review the property that is under construction, as GMAC may the builders for the Huset Park East lots. ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 7:33 p.m. Tina Foss, Park and Recreation Commission Secretary PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSIQN MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETI1VG AUGUST 47 2004 7:00 PM ~ The meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by the Chair person Gary Peterson. Roll Call: Commission Members present-Peterson, Schmitt, Baker, Szurek and Fiorendino. Also present were Ellen Berkelhamer (City Planner), Shelley Hanson (Secretary), and Bobby Williams (Council Liaison). Motion by Szurek, seconded by Schmitt, to approve the minutes from the meeting of July 7, 2004. All ayes. MOTION PASSED. PUBLIC HEARINGS Case #2004-0801 Conditional Use Permit for Outdoor Storage Gerald Swan, Minnesota Petroleum 674-682 39th Avenue NE Introduction An application has been made by Gerald Swan of Minnesota Petroleum for a Conditional Use Permit to allow outdoor storage at 674-682 39th Avenue NE. According to Section 9.1105 of the Zoning Ordinance, outdoor storage is a conditional use in the I-2 General Industrial District. The Zoning Ordinance states that the purpose of the 1-2 General Industrial District is to provide appropriate locations for industrial enterprises engaged in activities such as manufacturing, processing, assembly, storage and warehousing, which, because of their size and/or nature, require isolation from non- industrial uses. The proposed outdoor storage, which would be accessory to a principal use, meets this description. Minnesota Petroleum is the contract purchaser of the property, which is currently owned by Lange Gas Equipment and which has signed off on the application. Minnesota Petroleum is an equipment and service company that sells maintains, and distributes petroleum handling equipment. They do not store petroleum on site or sell petroleum. Rather, they sell, maintain, distribute and install equipment such as the dispensers, pumps, small tanks, rolls of plastic piping, and vehicle hoists that are used by gas stations and similar businesses. These businesses order the items through Minnesota Petroleum and, once Minnesota Petroleum receives the items from the manufacturer, they are stored on site until such time as they can be delivered to the business that purchased them. The items are generally stored in cardboard boxes on palettes, but some times the equipment is not packaged, due to weather and other considerations. Minnesota Petroleum will also have parking for employees and their delivery trucks and related vehicles on site. This parking is a permitted use and not considered to be part of the outdoor storage. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION PAGE 2 AUGUST 4, 2004 MINUTES Planning Considerations Consistency with Comprehensive Plan The Comprehensive Plan designates the property for industrial use, which promotes industrial development such as what is proposed. Consistency with Zoning Ordinance The Zoning Map classifies the property as I-2 General Industrial. Outdoor storage is allowed in this zoning district by Conditional Use Permit per Section 9.1105 of the Zoning Ordinance. Section 9.612 of the Zoning Ordinance requires that outdoor storage uses have one parking space per every 3,000 sq. ft. of storage area. The proposed outdoor storage site is 37,300 sq. ft. in area, which requires 12 parking spaces on site. The site plan shows that there are 26 conforming parking spaces provided on site, both outside and inside the buildings. Section 9. 70] o. f the Zoning Ordinance provides the-fo[lowing development standards.for Outdoor Storage: The outdoor storage area shall be accessory to a commercial or industrial use. The proposed outdoor storage at Minnesota Petroleum is an accessory use to the business. · Outdoor storage within the public right-of-way is prohibited. There will be no outdoor storage within the public right-of-way, as shown on the site plan. All outdoor storage areas shall meet the setback requirements for a principal structure in the zoning district in which the use is located. The outdoor storage meets the setbacks required for principal structures in the I-2 District, as shown on the site plan. The setback from the side yard is 12 fl. and the setback from the rear yard (38th Avenue) is shown to be 24 fl. It should be noted that technically the property is a "through lot," meaning it has frontage on two public streets, so the minimum required setback along 38th Avenue is only 20 fl as it is considered a "front yard." Setbacks for parking spaces to the side property line are shown to be 5 fl, as required in the Zoning Ordinance. Outdoor storage areas shall be located in rear yards or in the side yard behind the front building line of the principal structure. The outdoor storage area begins about 40 fl. from the rear of the principal structure, as shown on the site plan. The storage area shall be fenced and screened from adjacent uses and the public right-of-way. Required screening shall consist of a fence, wall, earth berming and/or vegetation no less than six (6) feet in height and no less than 80% opaque on a year around basis. The propertyis currently surrounded by a 6 fl. high fence. Minnesota Petroleum will add an opaque facing to the fence along the right-of-ways at both 39~h Avenue NE and 38th Avenue NE so that the outdoor storage will not be visible from the view of the public right-of-way, as shown on the accompanying site photographs. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES PAGE 3 AUGUST 4, 2004 All goods, materials and equipment shall be stored on an impervious surface. The site to be used for outdoor storage is currently paved. All goods, materials and equipment shall be stored in an orderly fashion, with access aisles of sufficient width to accommodate emergency vehicles as needed. The Fire Department requires that the storage area be maintained with aisle ways so that they may have access to all parts of the storage area. Also, the Fire Department requires that the business install a key lock box on the building to provide keys for access to yard gates and all areas of the building and fire alarm/sprinkler system. The height of materials stored, excluding operable vehicles and equipment, shall not exceed the height of the screening provided. The height of the existing fencing at the property is 6 ft. The maximum height of some of the materials to be stored on site will be approximately 8 ft., but these items will be required to be stored in the area closest to and behind the back of the principal structure so that visibility from the public right-of-way is minimized. Findings of Fact The use is one of the conditional uses listed for the zoning district in which the property is located, or is a substantially similar use as determined by the Zoning Administrator: Outdoor Storage is a Conditional Use in the 1-2 General Industrial District. The use is in harmony with the general purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Plan: The Comprehensive Plan guides the subject property for industrial use. Outdoor storage provides additional storage options the industrial properties in the I-2 General Industrial District. The use will not impose hazards or disturbing influences on neighboring properties: The outdoor storage will be setback from adjacent property lines in accordance with the standards of the Zoning Ordinance and therefore should not have any detrimental impact on neighboring properties. The use will not substantially diminish the use of property in the immediate vicinity: The outdoor storage as proposed will have no impact on the use of adjacent properties, all of which are zoned for industrial use. o The use will .be designed, constructed, operated and maintained in a manner that is compatible with the appearance of the existing or intended character of the surrounding area: The outdoor storage as proposed should not negatively impact the existing character of the vicinity. Other uses in the I-2 District currently store vehicles and equipment outdoors. The outdoor storage operation will be compatible with the surrounding area. The use and property upon which the use is located are adequately served by essential public facilities and services: The property is currently served by adequate public roadways and necessary utilities. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES PAGE 4 AUGUST 4, 2004 Adequate measures have been or will be taken to minimize traffic congestion on the public streets and to provide for appropriate on-site circulation of traffic: The traffic 'generated by the outdoor storage area will be limited to the delivery and transport of stored equipment and the site is significantly large to handle these traffic movements. The Fire Department requires that the storage area be maintained with aisle ways so that they may have access to all parts of the storage area. The use will not cause a negative cumulative effect on other uses in the immediate vicinity: As indicated by prior descriptions, the outdoor storage should not have a negative impact on other uses in the immediate vicinity, which are all zoned for industrial use. The use complies with all other applicable regulations for the district in which it is located: As determined by staff, the use complies with the applicable regulations of the I-2 General Industrial District. Staff recommends that the Planning Commission recommend that the City Council approve the Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage subject to conditions of approval outlined below. *Szurek questioned who would be monitoring the length of the fence screening if additional storage is added in the future. Berkelhamer said it is not inspected on a regular baSis as Conditional Use Permits are not renewed annually. However, if a complaint was received, an inspection to ensure compliance would be done. *Gerald Swan owner of this business said he will be replacing some of the existing fencing before adding the opaque slats. He was asked approximately what this will cost him, and he responded about $6,000-$8,000. *Peterson said he felt the items that will stored at this business will be better than what was there when Lange Tank had control of the property. *Schmitt said other properties in the area don't have this screening. What is the criteria when screening is needed and when it isn't. Berkelhamer stated that if Commercial/Industrial properties are next to each other, screening is not required unless there is outdoor storage at the site. However, if the business is adjacent to a residential property it should have the opaque screening. *Hugh Berhands from 700 39th Ave didn't know who his new business neighbor was, so he came to welcome him to Columbia Heights. Peterson closed the Public Hearing. Motion by Szurek, seconded by Baker, to recommend the City Council approve the Conditional Use Permit for outdoor storage at 674-682 39th Avenue NE, subject to certain conditions of approval that have been found to be necessary to protect the public interest and ensure compliance with the provisions of the Zoning and Development Ordinance, including: 1. The outdoor storage shall be located as indicated on the site plan. 2. The fencing along 39th Avenue and 38~ Avenue shall be made at least 80 percent opaque. 3. Any materials greater than 6 fl. in height must be stored in the area closet to and behind the principal structure so that visibility of storage is minimized from the public rights-of-way. Typical maximum height of materials to be stored when in crates and on palettes shall be approximately 8fl. 4. The Fire Department requires that the storage area be maintained with aisle ways so that they may have access to all parts of the storage area. The Fire Department does not allow any storage to exceed 20 fl. PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION PAGE 5 JULY 7, 2004 MINUTES 5. The Fire Department requires that the business install an approved key lock box on the building per Fire Department policy to provide keys for access to afl areas of the buildings, fire alarm/sprinkler system, and yard gates. 6. All weeds shall be removed and area must be maintained in accordance with City Code. 7. The 80%Opaque screening must be added to side yard fencing before additional storage area is expanded in the future. All ayes. MOTION PASSED. NEW BUS?NESS Huset Park Zndustrial Area TZF Plan On July 7, 2004, the Planning & Zoning Commission conducted a public hearing to consider a Comprehensive Plan amendment to change the land use designation of the Industrial Park area from Industrial to Transit Oriented Development. The Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council amend the Comprehensive Plan. This action was part of an overall planning process for the Industrial Park properties. As part of the same process, the City Council will be considering a proposal to modify the Downtown CBD Revitalization Plan for the CBD Redevelopment Project and to establish the Huset Park Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District, a renewal and renovation tax increment financing district. The City Council is scheduled to open a public hearing regarding the TIF Plan on August 9, 2004. As dictated by MN State Statutes, the Planning Commission is required to review the TIF District modification plans to determine that they conform with the general plans for development and redevelopment of the City as described in the City Comprehensive Plan. (Members of the Planning Commission will recall that they took the same action regarding the Kmart TIF District in 2003.) As shown in Appendix A, B, and C, the TIF Plan conforms to the Comprehensive Plan, as proposed to be amended. Recommendation Staff recommends that the Planning Commission adopt Resolution 2004-01, as the TIF District modification conforms to the City Comprehensive Plan, as amended by the Comprehensive Plan amendment. Fiorendino asked what justifies whether it conforms to the Comprehensive Plan. Berkelhamer explained that the proposal to amend the Comprehensive Plan's land use from Industrial to Transit Oriented would make this a conforming Plan. Motion-by Baker, seconded by Fiorendino, to adopt Resolution 2004-01, finding that the TIF Plans conform to the City Comprehensive Plan, as amended by the Comprehensive Plan amendment. All ayes. MOTION PASSED. PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF COLUMBL4 HEIGHTS ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 2004-01 REsOLUTIoN OF TlCrE CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PLANNING COMMISSION FINDING THAT A MODIFICATION TO TlcrE DOWNTOWN CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT (CBD) REVITALIZATION PLAN FOR THE CBD REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AND TH]~. TAX II'qCREMENT FINANCING PLAN FOR TI~E HUSET PARK AREA TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT (A REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT) CONFORM TO TH-E GENERAL PLANS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND REDEVELOPMENT OF THE CITY. WHEREAS,. the City Council for the City of Columbia Heights, Minnesota, (the "City") has proposed to adopt a Modification to the Downtown CBD Revitalization Plan for the CBD Redevelopment Project (the "Re .... " wrmrzanon Plan Modification") and adopt a Tax Increment Financing Plan ("TIF Plan") for the Huset Park Area Tax Increment Financing District (the "T~ District") within the CBD Redevelopment Project (the Revitalization Plan Modification and the TW Plan are referred to collectively herein as the "Plans") and has submitted the Plans to the City Planning Commission (the "Commission") pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 469.175, Subd. 3, and WHEREAS, the Commission has reviewed the Plans to determine their conformity with the 'general plans for the development and redevelopment of the City as described in the comprehensive plan for the City; and WHEREAS, on July 7, 2004 the Commission recommended that the City Council approve an amendment to the City comprehensive plan (the "Comp Plan Amendment") for the area that includes the proposed TIF District; and WHEREAS, the Comp Plan Amendment guides the area of the proposed T~ District for the types of land uses proposed in the Plans. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Commission that: 1. The Plans conform with the City comprehensive plan, as Amendment. amended by the Comp Plan The Commission's determination that the Plans are consistent ;vith the comprehensive plan is conditioned upon City Council approval of the Comp Plan Amendment. ry Pete~on, Chmr Dated: August 4, 2004 ATTEST: Shelley Hanson, 6~creta~.- ~' - PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION MINUTES PAGE 7 AUGUST 4, 2004 RESCHEDULE MEETINGS We must reschedule the September Meeting Date due to the Labor Day Holiday and City Council Work Session and the November Meeting Date due to Election Day. The new meeting dates will be September 8, 2004 at 6:30 pm for training and 7:00 pm for the regular meeting and November 3, 2004, at 7:00 pm. MISCELLANEOUS Fiorendino asked whether there was going to be a work session regarding rental property issues as requested by the City Council. Berkelhamer responded that the Fire Dept. is currently working on this project and will provide information to the Planning & Zoning Commission at a later time. Motion by Peterson, seconded by Schmitt, to adjourn the meeting at 7:45 pm. All ayes. MOTION PASSED. Respectfully submitted, Shelley Hanson Secretary COLUMBIA HEIGHTS - CITY COUNCIL I~ETTER Meeting of: August 9, 2004 AGENDA SECTION: Consent ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER'S NO: 5-A-3 CITY MANAGER' S APPROVAL ITEM: Establish Work Session Meeting BY: Walt Fehst Date for Monday, August 16, 2004 NO: DATE: August 3, 2004 DATE: It is recommended that a Work Session meeting be scheduled for Monday, August 16, 2004 begimaing at 7:00 p.m. in Conference Room 1. RECOMMENDED MOTION: MOTION: Move to establish a Work Session meeting date for Monday, August 16, 2004 begi~ming at 7:00 p.m. in Conference Room 1. COUNCIL ACTION: COLUMBIA HEIGHTS - CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of: August 9, 2004 AGENDA SECTION: ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGERS NO: !~,-~ CITY MANAGER APPROVAL ITEM: Designating election judges BY: Patty Mu scovitz BY: NO: DATE: 8-3-2004 DATE: Please find attached a list of election judges for the year 2004 Primal3, Election to be held on Tuesday, September 14, 2004 and the General Election to be held on Tuesday, November 2, 2004. Reco~rnnended Motion: Move to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2004-39, there being ample copies available to the public. Recommended Motion: Move to adopt Resolution No. 2004-39 being a Resolution designating election judges for the 2004 Primm'y m~d General Elections. COUNCIL ACTION: RESOLUTION 2004-39 BEING A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING ELECTIONS JUDGES FOR THE 2004 PRIMARY AND GENERAL ELECTIONS WHEREAS: There are scheduled elections in the City of Columbia Heights and the State of Mim~esota; and WHEREAS: Pursuant to City Charter, Section 30, and M.S.S.204A, the Council shall appoint qualified voters of each election district to be judges of election. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Columbia Heights does appoint the attached list of judges, by precinct, for the Primm3~ and General Elections to be held on September 14, 2004 m~d November 2, 2004, respectively, with an hourly remuneration of $9.50 for head judge and $9.00 for an election judge. Passed this __ day of __ 2004. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll call: Mayor Julienne Wyckoff Attest: Patricia Muscovitz, CMC Deputy City Clerk/Council Secretary 2004 ELECTION JUDGES FOR PRIMARY AND GENERAL Precinct 1-Murzvn Hall-530 Mill St. Faye Cleasby - Head Judge Dm'lene Bietjeski -Assistant Head Judge Mona Lundholm Fran Jensen Wanda Heining Mildred Peterson Sandy Engquist Robert Petty Joyce Shellito Precinct 2-Immaculate Conception-4030 Jackson St. Clm'a Shattuck - Head Judge Joam~ Kewatt - Assistant Head Judge Mark Emme Mm~tin Heining Gen3~ Mrozka Bradley Sclurfitt Carol Lawler Brian Page Kay Hansen Precinct 3 -Parkview Villa-965 40th Avenue Muriel Nichols - Head Judge Charles Helland - Assistant Head Judge Laura Lindahl Delores Jacobsen Ruth Hillestad Lorraine Malisheski Jeani Cox Georgene Baker Marna Gomez Shirley Browning Precinct 4-Highland Elem School-1500 49th Avenue Marsha Stroik - Head Judge Stephen Iserman - Assistm~t Head Judge Mavis Sibell Cliff Pelton Mabel Jackson Judy Dettman Judy Schendel Laurie McGee Genevieve Powell Ellen Lutz Precinct 5-First Lutheran Church-1555 40th Ave Edna Miracle - Head Judge Joan Kinde - Assistant Head Judge Nancy French Irene Ricci Dolores Roman Richard Meixner Lorrie Nalezny Marion Bernard Marion Cellette Bev Holub Precinct 6-Highland Elem. School-1500 49th Ave Barbara Elrod - Head Judge Joanne Nelson - Assistant Head Judge LaVmme Seim Delores Marquette Kay Mayer Eva Pelton Doris Sunheim William Dettman Peggy Surbrook Precinct 7-Valley View Elem School-800 49th Ave Kay Handley - Head Judge Ann I<h'onstedt - Assistant Head Judge Rose Corbett Jeanette (Jean) LeBlanc Joan Fuhnnan Willimn Burgoyne Patrick Matthews Carolyn Han~pton Belma Demirovic Precinct 8-Valley View Elem School-800 49th Ave Pat Jindra - Head Judge Mary Dowdel - Assistant Head Judge Noranda Anderson Dick Corbett Margaret (June) Riley Irene Sunt Tom Howard Carol White Rose Lenzmeier CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of August 9, 2004 AGENDA SECTION: Resolution ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT CITY MANAGER NO. 5'-."(k -_~- POLICE APPROVAI~,~;,/~,,~, ITEM: Support efforts of Columbia Heights Police BY: Thomas M. Johnson. _- BY: NO. and Anoka Co. Safe and Sober Campaign in DATE August 3, 2004.~. j~-l,~~ DATE: obtaining grant funds to improve seat belt usage BACKGROUND The Columbia Heights Police Department has once again been invited by Minnesota Safe and Sober to join the Coon Rapids Police Department, Anoka Police Department, and Ramsey Police Department to apply for the 2004-2005 Safe and Sober Grant. This grant allows the departments involved to place additional officers on the streets of our cities in four-hour increments to detect, deter, and cite for moving traffic violations in our city. Emphasis is placed on seat belt use--Milch we know saves lives--and arresting impaired drivers. ANALYSIS/CONCLUSION The Columbia Heights Police Department has trained our personnel to the level required by the Safe and Sober program in order to participate in this program. We have researched the program and we have obtained a commitment from our officers that theywill make themselves available to participate in this program by signing up for overtime shifts during their off duty times. The Columbia Heights Police Department believes that this program will benefit our city and its citizens. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to waive the reading of Resolution #2004-40 there being ample copies available to the public. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to adopt Resolution 2004-40 supporting the efforts of the Coltunbia Heights Police Department and the Anoka County Safe and Sober campaign in obtaining grant money to improve seat belt usage in the city and to reduce the number of impaired drivers on our city streets. TMJ:mld 04-095 COUNCIL ACTION: RESOLUTION NO. 2004-40 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN THE SAFE AND SOBER COMMUNITIES GRANT PROGRAM WHEREAS, the mission of the Columbia Heights Police Department is to ensure the safety and security of the community. In fulfilling this mission, the Police Department engages in numerous activities including traffic safety education and enforcement; and WHEREAS, the State of Mim~esota, Mim~esota Department of Public Safety, Office of Traffic Safety recognizes the importance of traffic safety education m~d enforcement and has developed a grant program called SAFE & SOBER COMMUNTIES to encourage and supplement such efforts; and WHEREAS, the Columbia Heights Police Department has in the past participated in this grant program and again has the opportunity to participate with other Anoka Cotmty Law Enforcement Agencies in the current SAFE & SOBER COMMUNITIES grm~t program which will rrm from October 1, 2004 tl2'ough September 30, 2005. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Chief of Police of the Columbia Heights Police Department or his designee is hereby authorized to exercise such agreements and amendments as are necessary to implement the SAFE & SOBER COMMUNITIES project on behalf of the City of Columbia Heights and the Columbia Heights Police Department. Passed this __ day of August 2004. Offered by: Seconded by: Roll Call: Mayor Juliem~e Wyckoff Attest: Patricia Muscovitz, CMC Deputy City Clerk/Council Secretary CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of August 9, 2004 AGENDA SECTION: Consent ORIGINATING DEPARTMErl~/ CITY MANAGER NO. ~--/-~-~ POLICE ~, ,~N APPROVAL~ ,¢,,/ ITEM: Transfer of funds from General Fund to Police BY: ThomasM. Johnso((~0k/ BY: ff'~///~-~,,~:~..V~ NO. Department O.T. Fund, Line 1020 DATE August 3,200,~., // DATE: BACKGROUND During the month of June 2004, the Police Department has been involved in an off duty employment detail that was handled through the Department. The detail was for traffic and crowd control during the 2004 Summer Academy held by Northeast Metro 916 at the Columbia Heights High School. Since this type ofoffduty employment is handled through the Department, officers have signed up and worked these details during the month of June 2004 and we have received a check from Northeast Metro 916 in the amount of $3,560 to cover the cost of overtime worked. According to the City Finance Director, this money is considered revenue and had to be placed in the City General Fund. ANALYSIS/CONCLUSION The Police Department is requesting that the City Council pass a motion requiring the $3,56C received from Northeast metro 916 for traffic and crowd control details officers have worked be returned to the 2004 Police Department budget line 1020. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to transfer $3,560, the total amount received from Northeast Metro 916 for off duty traffic and crowd control worked, from the General Fund to the Police Department 2004 budget under line #1020, police overtime. TMJ:mld 04-096 COUNCIL ACTION: Columbia Heights Police Department Date: Pg. 1 Customer Name: 2004 Summer Academy Invoice #: 2004-16a (At-tn: Jem~ie Pullen) Address: Home Phone: 5530 Peterson Rd., White Bear Lake, MN 55127 651-426-5945 Work Phone: 651-415-5454 Request for: Police Officers ~br: Summer Academy Traffic Detail .O.T,EAS, =ET.O 916 Vendor ID IName [ Payment Number / 420571 CITYOFCOLU City Of Columbia Heights 1o00o¢8 17/28/2oO4 OurVoucher Number I Date I Amountl Amount paid [ : DiscoUnt[ Net AmOuntPaid I 071404SA 7/28/2004 $3,560.00 $3,560.00 $0.00 $3,560.00 $3,560.00 $3,560.00 $0.00 $3,560.00 NORTHEAST METRO 916 Intermediate School District 2540 East County Road F White Bear Lake, MN 55110 Phone 651 415 5500 Fax SSI 415 5510 [ bank 75-1§92 ® 912 EAST GRAND FORKS, MN 56721 420571 CHECK NO. VOID AFTER 180 DAYS Three Thousand Five Hundred Sixty Dollars And 00 Cents PAY TO THE ORDER OF: City Of Columbia Heights Police Department 559 Mill Street NE Columbia Heights MN 55421 7/28/2004 $3,560.00 COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of: August 9, 2004 AGENDA SECTION: Consent Agenda NO: 5 ITEM: Authorization of Submittal of the hldustrial Park Environmental Assessment Worksheet to the Environmental Quality Board ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: Community D evel opment BY: Ellen Berkelhamer DATE: August 5, 2004 CITY MANAGER' S APPROVAL BY: ~ BACKGROUND: The redevelopment of the hadustrial Park meets the threshold set by the State of Milmesota for the preparation of an Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW). The hadustrial Pm'k development is envisioned to consist of mixed use residential and COlranercial development with approximately 559 dwelling units and 12,000 sq. ft. of corrnnercial use. An EAW defines the potential environmental impacts that the proposed project may have on the surrounding area. The City's planning, engineering and enviromaaental consultants for the Industrial Park project (Dahlgren, Shardlow and Uban; S.E.H; mhd ProSource, respectively) have prepared the necessary EAW document mhd submitted it to city Staff for review. Staffhas reviewed the document and finds it to be complete and appropriate for submission to the Environmental Quality Board (EQB) and distribution to all required regulatox-y agencies. The City of Columbia Heights, as the Responsible Governmental Unit (RGU), will need to lnake a motion to authorize the EAW submittal in ox'der to initiate the environmental review process by the EQB and regulatory agencies. Approximately 25 regulatox'y agencies ax'e responsible for reviewing and cormnenting on the EAW including, but not limited to, agencies such as the Metropolitan Council, MPCA, MnDNR, MnDOT, and Anoka County. The agencies have a 30-day period in which to review the EAW and provide their comlnents to the City. City staff will then compile those comments and submit them, along with the EAW document, to the City Council for its considex'ation. Based on the review timeline of the regulatory agencies, it is CUlTently anticipated that this matter will be back on the City Council agenda on October 11, 2004 for the Council, as the RGU, to consider whether the EAW is adequate and whether an Environmental Impact Statement is required. RECOMMENDATION: Staffreconmaends that the City Council authox-ize the sublllittal of the EAW to the EQB. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Motion: Move to authorize the submittal of the Environmental Assessment Worksheet to the Enviromnental Quality Board for publication, ;vhich initiates the public conament period and distribution to required agencies and organizations together with the required press release. Attachments: Industrial Park EA W COUNCIL ACTION: Industrial Park Redevelopment Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) Prepared for the City of Columbia Heights, MN By Dahlgren, Shardlow & Uban, Inc. ProSource Technologies, Inc. Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc. August 5, 2004 EAW Figures · Figure 5.1: · Figure 5.2: · Figure 5.3: · Figure 6.1: · Figure 6.2: · Figure 13.1: · Figure 13.2: · Figure 13.3: · Figure 16.1: · Figure 17.1: · Figure 18.1: · Figure 19.1: · Figure 21.1: · Figure 21.2: Project Location USGS Map Site Plan Phase II Area of Investigation Phasing Map Soil Boring and Monitoring Well Locations Well Survey Watermain Proposed Areas of Excavation Storm Sewer Sanitary Sewer Extent of Perched Ground Water Average Daily Traffic Huset Parkway OPtion A EAW Appendices · Appendix 1: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Correspondence Revised 2/99 NVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET Note to preparers: This form is available at www.mnplan.state.mn.us. EAW Guidelines will be available in Spring 1999 at the web site. The Environmental Assessment Worksheet provides information about a project that may have the potential for significant environmental effects. The EAW is prepared by the Responsible Governmental Unit or its agents to determine whether an Environmental Impact Statement should be prepared. The project proposer must supply any reasonably accessible data for -- but should not complete -- the final worksheet. If a complete answer does not fit in the space allotted, attach additional sheets as necessary. The complete question as well as the answer must be included if the EAW is prepared electronically. Note to reviewers: Comments must be submitted to the RGU during the 30-day comment period following notice of the EAW in the EQB Monitor. Comments should address the accuracy and completeness of information, potential impacts that warrant further investigation and the need for an ElS. 1. Project title: Industrial Park Redevelopment Area 2. Proposer: Schafer Richardson 3. Contact Person: Brad Schafer Title: Principal Address: 500 Banks Building 615 First Avenue NE Phone: 612-359-5840 Fax: 612-359-5858 E-maih bschafer~sr-re.com RGU: Contact Person: Title: Address: Phone: Fax: E-mail: City of Columbia Heights Walter R. Fehst City Manager City of Columbia Heights 590 40th Avenue NE 763-706-3600 763-706-3601 walt.fehst~ ci. columbia-heights .mn.us Reason for EAW preparation (check one) __ELS scoping X Mandatory EAW __ Proposer volunteered __ Citizen petition RGU discretion If EAW or ElS is mandatory give EQB rule category subpart number and subpart name Subpart 32, Mixed Residential and Industrial-Commercial Projects Project location County: Anoka City/Township: Columbia Heights Townslfip 30N, Range 24W, Section 35 Attach each of the following to the EAW: · County map showing the general location of the project (see Figure 5.1). · U.S. Geological Survey 7.5 minute, 1:24,000 scale map indicating project boundaries (photocopy acceptable) (see Figure 5.2). · Site plan showing all significant project and natural features (see Figure 5.3). Page 1 Description a. Provide a project summary of 50 words or less to be published in the EOB Monitor. The 28-acre Industrial Park Redevelopment Project will create 27.73 acres of residential and .27 acres of mixed residential/commercial uses, including 559 dwelling units and 11,650 sq. ft. of commercial. The project is located at the northeast coruer of University and 3 7th Avenues NE in the City of Columbia Heights, MN. b. Give a complete description of the proposed project and related new construction. Attach additional sheets as necessary. Emphasize construction, operation methods and features that will cause physical manipulation of the environment or will produce wastes. Include modifications to existing equipment or industrial processes and significant demolition, removal or remodeling of existing structures. Indicate the timing and duration of construction activities. Development Plan Proposed is the redevelopment of 28 acres currently used for industrial purposes into a residential and mixed use residential commercial neighborhood (see Figure 5.3). The developer, Schafer Richardson, proposes to create a community comprised of townhomes, condominium and co-operative units. There will also be a mixed use residential/commercial structure with first floor commercial and upper level residential uses. The overall density will be approximately 19.96 units per acre. The breakdown of residential and commercial space and acreage is as follows: Table 6.1 Develo ?ment Plan Land Use Units Acres Townhome Units 183 units Co-operative Units 80 units Flat (condominium) Units 296 units 20 acres Mixed Residential (Flats) 40 units and Commercial Open Space rfa 8 acres Total 559 units 28 acres To the north of the Site is Huset Park, which, while outside of the project area, will provide significant open space and recreational opportunities for residents and guests of the redevelopment project. The project itself will contain approximately 8 acres of lawn and landscape, including pond areas and a trail system that will consist of sidewalks on each block connecting to the main sidewalk system along the new Huset Parkway and ultimately connecting to a proposed trail system in Huset Park itself. The proposed development site is presently served by existing public utilities and roads. The existing utilities are adequately sized to serve the new redevelopment uses. The water main and sanitary sewer are in need of repair and in some cases, rehabilitation. Roads will be reconstructed and realigned to better serve the redeveloped property, with access to the development being through 5th Street and the reconfigured Huset Parkway. Page 2 Modifications to Industrial Processes/Significant Demolition Previous investigations across the Industrial Park ("Site") have indicated there are a number of parcels which may have had environmental concerns with respect to soil and/or ground water contamination. In some cases, remediation has been conducted. As part of the redevelopment process, these environmental concerns have to be addressed. On behalf of the City, ProSource Technologies, Inc. (ProSource) prepared a Phase II Investigation Report, Focused Feasibility Study (FFS) and Response Action Plan (RAP) for the Site. This document was submitted to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) Voluntary Investigation and Cleanup (VIC) Program on October 9, 2003. Subsequently, the MPCA approved the RAP on November 3, 2003. An area consisting of 14 properties (covering 29.3 acres) was the focus of the Phase II Investigation (see Figure 6-1). It should be noted that the owner of parcel #21 (wlfich covers 0.3 acres) would not allow Phase II Investigation field activities to be conducted on this property. Therefore, investigation activities which took place on the remaining 13 properties were addressed in this document. Based on the comprehensive site cleanup strategy discussed in the FFS, the RAP addressed the work tasks necessary to implement Response Actions at the Site. In short, the RAP outlined the procedures and methods to be used to conduct a supplemental investigation, pre- demolition surveys, removal/abatement of regulated or hazardous materials from buildings, abandonment of water supply wells, building demolition, removal of bituminous pavement and/or concrete and implementation of soil and ground water Response Actions. Additional environmental issues, contingency planning, proposed development, tentative schedule and documentation were also addressed. Construction Methods/Phasing The Site will be divided into three segments for the purpose of project phasing, as shown in Figure 6.2. For each of the three phases, the environmental clean up will occur as described above. Then, there will be mass grading and excavation as described in Item 16. Ultimately, the final site grading for streets, building pads, ponds and other features will occur. As necessary, silt fence will be used to control areas in which significant erosion may occur while conducting soil Response Actions (i.e. excavation). All construction will be subject to the approval of drainage, grading, engineering, and erosion control plans by the City Engineer. c. Explain the project purpose; if the project will be carried out by a governmental unit, explain the need for the project and identify its beneficiaries. The redevelopment project will be carried out by Schafer Richardson, a developer that is one of the property owners in the Site boundaries. The project will replace the Site's existing low- intensity and out-dated industrial land uses with a new residential and mixed use residential/commercial community. This community will create a new gateway to the City and its neighboring residential areas. This area currently fails to optimize the use of land in the redevelopment area. Insofar as the project promises to dramatically change this area for the better, it will benefit a whole host of constituencies, including: Page 3 · City govermuent, because the Project will expand its tax capacity, diversify its tax base, and attract subsequent development; · Neighboring homeowners, because the Project will raise surrounding land values; · Park users, because the Project will permit the enhancement of Huset Park (and encourage its utilization) with new facilities, landscaping and trails; · The Environment, because the Project will remove contaminated soils and existing pollutants; · Residents of the larger community, because the Project will provide new commercial opportunities for desirable businesses both inside and outside the redevelopment area; and finally · Residents of the region, because the Project will provide significant and much-needed alternative housing choices along a major existing transit corridor (University Avenue). The utility modifications and roadway improvements will be carried out by the City of Columbia Heights. These improvements will be done to better serve both the redevelopment and the general public by providing improved access and infrastructure to the area. d. Are future stages of this development including development on any outlots planned or likely to happen?__Yes X No If yes, briefly describe future stages, relationship to present project, timeline and plans for environmental review. e. Is this project a subsequent stage of an earlier project? __Yes X No If yes, briefly describe the past development, timeline and any past environmental review. Project magnitude data Total project acreage: 28 acres Number of residential units: unattached 0 attached 559 maximum units per building: 104 Commercial, industrial or institutional building area (gross floor space): total square feet 11,650 sq. ft. Indicate areas of specific uses (in square feet): Office Retail: 11,650 sq. ft. Warehouse Light industrial Other commercial (specify) Building height 2-4 stories, typical Manufacturing Other industrial Institutional Agricultural If over 2 stories, compare to heights of nearby buildings Nearby industrial mad residential buildings range from 1 - 3 stories in height. Page 4 Permits and approvals required. List all known local, state and federal permits, approvals and financial assistance for the project. Include modifications of any existing permits, governmental review of plans and all direct and indirect forms of public financial assistance including bond guarantees, Tax Increment Financing and infrastructure. UNIT OF TYPE OF APPLICATION STATUS GOVERNMENT Minnesota Pollution Response Action Plan Approved Control Agency NPDES SWPPP Permit To be applied for (MPCA) Sanitary Sewer Extension Permit To be applied for Minnesota Department Dewatering Permit To be applied for, if of Natural Resources necessary (DNR) Minnesota Department Watermain Extension Permit To be applied for of Health Monitoring Well Permit Approved Minnesota Department State Aid Office To be applied for of Transportation State Historic Cultural Resource Review Completed Preservation Office Metropolitan Council Comprehensive Plan Amendment To be applied for Sanitary Sewer Extension Permit To be applied for Anoka County Final Plat Recording To be applied for City of Columbia Comprehensive Plan Amendment Applied for and in Heights process Rezoning Applied for an in process Environmental Assessment Worksheet In process Preliminary and Final Plat To be applied for Development Agreement To be applied for Drainage, Grading, Engineering, and To be applied for Erosion Control Plans Construction Permits To be applied for The following public financial assistance has been received for the project to date: · $50,000 Community Development Block Grant funding for master planning. · $50,000 la~vestigation Grant from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). · $1,001,640 Contamination Cleanup Grant from DEED. · $231,731 Contamination Cleanup Grant from the Metropolitan Council's Tax Base Revitalization Account (TBRA). The City may consider providing Tax Increment Financing assistance, to be determined as part of its Development Agreement with the developer. Page 5 Land use. Describe current and recent past land use and development on the site and on adjacent lands. Discuss project compatibility with adjacent and nearby land uses. Indicate whether any potential conflicts involve environmental matters. Identify any potential environmental hazards due to past site uses, such as soil contamination or abandoned storage tanks, or proximity to nearby hazardous liquid or gas pipelines. Past Land Use Since the early 1900s, foundries have been in operation in the western portion of the Site. During the 1940s and 1950s, additional industrial type operations began across the Site. These operations primarily included, but were/are not limited to machine shops, plating operations, automotive repair and chemical manufacturers. A number of investigations and/or cleanups have been conducted across the Site. During the fall of 2002, STS Consultants, Ltd. (STS) conducted a comprehensive Phase I Enviromuental Site Assessment (ESA) to identify the known and potential enviromr~ental concerns due to past or present uses at the Site. The findings of this ESA were submitted in a report prepared by STS and dated January 9, 2003. Much of the information in the following sections is taken from the STS report. In addition, ProSource conducted a file search of project records located at the MPCA. Grief Brothers (Parcel #11) Site Description: This Property is located at 3755 5th Street and currently operates as a container manufacturing facility. The Property was fn'st developed around 1910 and was used as a furniture manufacturing plant. Grief Brothers acquired the property in 1953 and has since operated it as a manufacturing plant for fiber and steel drums, multiwall bags and plastic containers. Investigation Activities: Four USTs were removed from the Property in 1986. No additional information regarding the USTs or environmental concerns was available. Po tential Environmental Issues: · Remaining soil and/or ground water contamination from the removal of the four USTs. · Presence of foundry waste and/or residual contamination due to tfistorical and/or current operations. · Asbestos containing materials (ACM) or lead-based paint (LBP) within the buildings. T.M. Duffy (Parcel #12) Site Description: This Property is located at 3800 5th Street and operated as a foundry until 1988. Under the Minneapolis Electric Steel Casting ownership, a quenching process was utilized in creating steel castings. During this process, steel castings (1,600°F) were submerged into an underground quench oil dip tank that had a capacity of 8,500 gallons. Investigation Activities: Environmental investigations were conducted in two areas of this Property. The first area involved two underground storage tanks (USTs) which contained quench oil. The second area contained a 10,000 gallon diesel UST and was assigned Leak No. 1729 by the MPCA. Page 6 Ten soil borings were advanced in the vicinity the two quench oil USTs for collection of soil samples, (Quench Oil Tank Area Investigation, RMT, Inc., December 1987). One additional boring was advanced in the quench tank area (Subsurface h~vestigation, STS Consultants, Ltd., November 1988); and both quench oil USTs were properly abandoned in place (Tank Closure Documentation Report, STS Consultants, Ltd., February 1989). The 10,000 gallon diesel UST was removed from the north'side of the Property in 1989. Approximately 135 cubic yards of contaminated soil were excavated. Five soil borings were advanced in and around the former UST basin, (Remedial Response Action Report, Midwest Environmental Control Corp., December 1989). A closure letter was issued by the MPCA for Leak #1729 on September 25, 1990. Potential Environmental Issues: · Residual quench oil contamination within soil and/or ground water in the vicinity of the quench oil USTs. · Residual diesel contamination within soil and/or ground water in the vicinity of the former 10,000 gallon UST basin. · An existing well nest consisting of four monitoring wells (now referred to as MW-lA, MW-lB, MW-lC and MW-iD) is located on the southwestern side of the Property. Another existing monitoring well (now referred to as MW-2) is also located in the southeastern corner of the Property. No existing information is available regarding these wells. · Presence of foundry waste and/or residual contamination due to historical and/or current operations. · Two industrial wells (ID No. 127254 and No.206702) are located on the Property. · ACM or LBP within the buildings. Rayco Corporation (Parcel #13) Site Description: This Property is located at 3801 5th Street and has been used for industrial purposes since 1938. Rayco Construction acquired the Property in 1984 from the Thompson Hayward Chemical Company, which manufactured chemicals within the southern portion of the Property. Rayco Construction operates as a roofing business. Some of the materials stored at the Property include roofmg tar, bitumen restaurant and asphalt mastic. Investigation Activities: A permit from the City of Columbia Heights (dated July 17, 1980) stated that three USTs containing flammable liquids were removed from the Site. No additional information regarding the USTs or environmental concerns was available. Potential Environmental Issues: · Residual soil and/or ground water contamination associated with the removal of the three USTs. · An additional UST which may be present on the north side of the building. · Storage/spillage of chemicals. · ACM or LBP within the buildings. Page 7 Parking/Storage Area (Parcel #14) Site Description: This Property is located at 3901 5th Street and is operated and maintained by the 3800 5th Street Property (Parcel #12) to the west. It is covered in bituminous material and is used as a paring and storage area. Investigation Activities: There are no records of environmental investigation activities at this Property. However, a telephone interview with the former owner of the Property, Mr. Andy Fulton, revealed that there may have been ground water monitoring wells present at one time. Potential Environmental Issues: · Verification of the status of possible monitoring wells. · Presence of foundry waste and/or residual contamination due to historical and/or current operations. Grief Brothers (Parcel #15) Site Description: The Property is located at 317 37th Avenue and operated as the Former American Brake Shoe and Foundry Company, which manufactured steel cast brake shoes for railroad cars from the early 1900's until approximately 1980. This parcel is currently used for miscellaneous storage. Investigation Activities: A 560 gallon gasoline UST was removed from the Property in September of 1992 and was assigned Leak No.5675 by the MPCA. Eight soil probes were advanced in and around the UST basin to collect soil and ground water samples, (Limited Subsurface Assessment, Terracon, May 1993). An additional three soil borings (one of which was converted to a monitoring well and later abandoned) were advanced in the vicinity of the UST basin (Remedial Assessment/Corrective Action Design, Terracon, January 1994). A closure letter for Leak No. 5675 was issued by the MPCA on September 26, 1994. Potential Environmental Issues: · Remaining soil and/or ground water contamination from the removal of the 560 gallon gasoline UST. · Verification of the status of MW-1. · Presence of foundry waste and/or residual contamination due to historical and/or current operations. · A small gasoline UST may be present. · Baghouse dust from the foundry. · Storage of 55 gallon drams. · ACM or LBP within the buildings. D.R. & S. Smith (Parcel #21) Site Description: This Property is located at 450 38th Street and is operated as a machine shop that custom produces pollution prevention equipment for industrial equipment. As previously stated, the owner of this Parcel would not allow Phase II Investigation field activities to be conducted on this Property. Investigation Activities: There are no records of environmental investigation Page 8 activities at this Property. Potential Environmental Issues: · Presence of foundry waste and/or residual contamination due to historical and/or current operations. · ACM or LBP within the buildings. J.R. Properties (Parcel #23) Site Description: This Property is located at 515 38th Avenue and began operating as the Hunstad foundry in 1946. The foundry manufactured gray iron castings for pumps, elevators, farm and construction machinery and stove parts. Foundry waste was apparently stored on the north end of the Property until it was hauled off-site for disposal. Investigation Activities: There are no records of environmental investigation activities at this Property. Remaining Environmental Issues: · Presence of foundry waste and/or residual contamination due to historical and/or current operations. J.R. Properties (Parcel #24) Site Description: This Property is located at 517 38th Avenue and is believed to be part of the Hunstad Foundry (Parcel #23) which began operating in 1946. The foundry manufactured gray iron castings for pumps, elevators, farm and construction machinery and stove parts. Investigation Activities: There are no records of environmental investigation activities at this Property. Remaining EnVironmental Issues: · Presence of foundry waste and/or residual contamination due to historical and/or current operations. Rayco Corporation (Parcel #27) Site Description: This Property is located at 510 39th Avenue and is operated and maintained by the 3801 5th Street Property (Parcel #13) to the west. It is primarily covered with bituminous material and is used as a parking and storage area. Investigation Aca'vities There are no records of enviromnental investigation activities at this Property. Potential Environmental Issues · Presence of lead-contaminated soil, foundry waste and/or residual contamination due to historical and/or current operations. Page 9 B.P. Video, LLC (Parcel #28) Site Description: This Property is located at 550 39th Avenue and was first occupied by Honeywell in 1973. Honeywell operated the facility as a manufacturing plant for electrical components. As part of the manufacturing process, lead was blended into a ceramic powder. Honeywell ceased operating the facility in 1988. Schafer Richardson (the developer for the entire Site) currently owns this Property. Investigation Activities: A significant soil sampling effort was conducted in a lead- contaminated area on the western side of the building (investigatory Report, Conestoga-Rovers & Associates, January 1989). Two separate areas of lead- contaminated soil were identified. Approximately 51.5 tons of lead-contaminated soil (concentrations exceeding 1,000 parts-per-million or ppm) removed from the Property (Final Engineering Report, Conestoga-Rovers & Associates, March 1990). The MPCA assigned the ID of VP 1300 for the Property and issued a closure letter on December 6, 1990 regarding clean-up actions related to the lead-impacted soil. Remaining Environmental Issues: · Only soils with concentrations of lead above 1,000 ppm were removed from the Property. In order to meet the residential soil reference value (SRV) of 400 ppm, additional lead-contaminated soils may require excavation. · A small fuel oil UST, estimated to be between 50 and 100 gallons in capacity, is located off the northwest comer of the building. · One industrial well (ID No. 206700) is located on the Property. · ACM or LBP within the buildings. City of Columbia Heights (Parcel #29) Site Description: This Property is located at 551 39th Avenue and is owned and maintained by the City of Columbia Heights. It is primarily covered with grass and is part of Huset Park, which is used as open space. However, it is believed that portions of Huset Park were previously used to operate a demolition landfill, which may have received various types of debris from the Site. Investigation Activities: There are no records of environmental investigation activities at this Property. Potential Environmental Issues: · Waste from the demolition landfill may be present. · Impacts to ground water may be present from the demolition landfill. B.P. Video, LLC (Parcel #30) Site Description: This Property is located at 600 39th Avenue and is operated and maintained by the 550 39th Avenue Property (Parcel #28) to the west. It is covered primarily with bituminous material and is used as a parking and storage area. Investigation Activities: There are no records of environmental investigation activities at this Property. Page 10 Potential Environmental Issz~es: · Presence of lead-contaminated soil, foundry waste and/or residual contamination due to historical and/or current operations. Region Truck-Equipment, LLC (Parcel #31) Site Description: Tiffs Property is located at 620 39th Avenue and has been developed since 1953. Doty & Sons purchased the Property in 1975 and until recently, has been operating as an excavation and demolition contractor for commercial and industrial businesses. The Property is cm-rently being used for vehicle painting. Three diesel USTs were removed from the Property in 1996. Investigation Activities: Six soil probes were advanced in and around the former UST basin to determine the presence or absence of soil and/or ground water contamination associated with the removal of the diesel USTs, (Remedial Investigation, PEER Environmental & Engineering Resources, Inc., July 1996). Analytical results for all soil samples were below detection limits. However, two ground water samples contained elevated concentrations of diesel range organics (DRO). The MPCA assigned the Site Leak No. 9418 and issued a closure letter on October 17, 1996 with the tmderstanding that residual soil and/or ground water contamination remained in the vicinity of the former UST basin. Potential Environmental Issues · Soil and/or ground water contamination in the vicinity Of the former diesel UST basin. · Presence of lead-contmrfinated soil, foundry waste and/or residual contamination due to historical and/or current operations. · ACM or LBP within the buildings. Kremer & Davis, Inc. (Parcel #49) Site Description: This Property is located at 3900 Jefferson Street and is owned and operated as a waterproofmg company. Huset Park is located immediately adjacent to the north and west and it is believed that portions of the Park were previously used to operate a demolition landfill, which may have received various types of debris from the Site. Investigation Activities: There are no records of environmental investigation activities at this Property. Potential Environmental Issues: · Waste from the demolition landfill may be present. · Impacts to ground water may be present from the demolition landfill. · Residual contamination may be present due to historical and/or current operations. · ACM or LBP within the buildings. Current Land Use The City's existing land use inventory identifies the site as Industrial. The entire site is a large industrial park with local roads serving the industrial uses. The site is comprised of several Page 11 industrial buildings, outdoor storage areas, and parking lots. Surrounding Land Use The site is surrounded by a variety of land uses including industrial, residential, and parks and open space. University Ave NE, a major arterial roadway, and industrial uses across University Ave NE are located to the west of the site. Residential uses, industrial uses, and Huset Park are located to the north of the site. The 40th Ave NE commercial corridor, including City Hall, is located beyond Huset Park. Industrial uses are located to the east of the Site with residential uses beyond the industrial area. Open space and industrial and residential uses are located south of the site. The southernmost portion of the site borders the City of Minneapolis, which includes the Columbia Park Community Gardens. Land Use Compatibility The project is consistent with the goals of the City for the Site. In November 2003, the City adopted the City of Columbia Heights Industrial Area Redevelopment Plan to establish a framework for redevelopment options for the greater industrial area. The objective of the 2003 Industrial Area Redevelopment Plan was to provide a catalyst for change in the area, with an emphasis on identifying land uses that could be supported in today's market place; establishing an improved land use pattern that would be fmancially feasible; identifying a redevelopment effort that involved immediate implementation and substantial change over the next five years; and establishing a new land use pattern that furthered community objectives. Once implemented, the Project promises to greatly enhance both adjacent and nearby land uses by bringing the redevelopment area into harmony with those uses. Historically, the preexisting industrial area and its uses have operated side-by-side with the City's existing residential neighborhoods without any meaningful buffer. As a consequence of this odd juxtaposition, the City has long recognized the need to redevelop this area in order to eliminate incompatible land uses and has articulated this goal as part of its planning process. The Project will achieve that goal. 10. Cover types. Estimate the acreage of the site with each of the following cover types before and after development. If Before and After totals are not equal, explain why. Table 10.1 Cover Types Cover Types Before After Types 1-8 wetlands 0 0 Wooded/Forest 0 0 Brash/Grassland 0 0 Cropland 0 0 Lawn/Landscaping 1 8 Impervious Surfaces 27 20 Other (describe) 0 0 Total 28 28 Page 12 11. Fish, wildlife and ecologically sensitive resources a. Identify fish and wildlife resources and habitats on or near the site and describe how they would be affected by the project. Describe any measures to be taken to minimize or avoid i m pacts. The site provides minimal (1 acre) of lawn and tree rows for urban wildlife habitat. These areas may provide habitat for wildlife adapted to intense urbanization. These scrubby tree and lawn areas will be removed and additional lawn and landscaped areas (overstory and understory trees, ornamental plantings) will be provided with the redevelopment of this industrial site. A stormwater management facility will be located within the site, adjacent to Huset Park. The stormwater pond edges can be planted with native vegetation to increase wildlife habitat. b. Are any state-listed (endangered, threatened or special concern) species, rare plant communities or other sensitive ecological resources such as native prairie habitat, colonial waterbird nesting colonies or regionally rare plant communities on or near the site? __Yes XNo If yes, describe the resource and how it would be affected by the project. Indicate if a site survey of the resources has been conducted and describe the results. If the DNR Natural Heritage and Nongame Research program has been contacted give the correspondence reference number: ERDB 20040928. Describe measures to minimize or avoid adverse i m pacts. 12. Physical impacts on water resources. Will the project involve the physical or hydrologic alteration -- dredging, filling, stream diversion, outfall structure, diking, and impoundment- of any surface waters such as a lake, pond, wetland, stream or drainage ditch? __Yes XNo If yes, identify water resource affected and give the DNR Protected Waters Inventory number(s) if the water resources affected are on the PWI: . Describe alternatives considered and proposed mitigation measures to minimize impacts. National Wetland Inventory (NWl) mapping was used to identify wetlands on the site. There are no wetlands or surface waters on the Site. 13. Water use. Will the project involve installation or abandonment of any water wells, connection to or changes in any public water supply or appropriation of any ground or surface water (including dewatering)? X_~Yes __No If yes, as applicable, give location and purpose of any new wells; public supply affected, changes to be made, and water quantities to be used; the source, duration, quantity and purpose of any appropriations; and unique well numbers and DNR appropriation permit numbers, if known. Identify any existing and new wells on the site map. If there are no wells known on site, explain methodology used to determine. Monitoring Wells At the present time, there are a total of 13 monitoring wells across the Site (see Figure 13.1). Five of these wells are located on Parcel No. 12 and were present prior to conducting the Phase II Investigation. Other than physical measurements (i.e. location, depth to bottom and depth to water), there are no data available for these wells. As part of the Phase II Page 13 Investigation, three monitoring wells (MW-108, MW-133 and MW-177) were installed to evaluate water quality in the source areas associated with petroleum releases. Each of these three wells is screened within perched ground water, which is laterally discontinuous across the Site. During the Supplemental Phase II Investigation, five additional monitoring wells (MW-301 through MW-305) were installed to evaluate site hydrogeology and evaluate water quality of the regional water table, which occurs approximately 80 to 93 feet below ground surface. The abandonment, replacement and/or installation of existing/future monitoring wells are yet to be deten~ined. Well Inventory As part of the Phase II Investigation, a well inventory was conducted. The inventory was conducted using the Minnesota Geologic Survey (MGS) County Well Index (CWI), Version 4.1 (January 2003). The inventory identified 31 wells within a one mile radius of the Site. However, the Mississippi River (located approximately ~A mile west of the Site) was used as a cutoff point. Included in the inventory were 13 monitoring wells, three public water supply wells, one commercial well and 14 industrial wells. The nearest down gradient wells are located approximately 1,500 feet southwest of the Site. Both are industrial wells and are 619 feet and 978 feet deep, respectively. Well locations are shown on Figure 13.2. It should be noted that none of the five existing monitoring wells located on Parcel No. 12 were listed in the database and that the eight additional monitoring wells at the Site were installed after the inventory had been completed. Furthermore, it does appear as though there may be several water supply wells located at the Site that were not identified during the inventory. All water supply and/or industrial wells present at the Site will be abandoned by a licensed water well contractor in the State of Minnesota and will be done in accordance with Minnesota Rules, Chapter 4725.3850 regarding well sealing. Prior to abandonment, a reasonable attempt will be made to obtain a ground water sample, which will be submitted to a laboratory for chemical analysis for volatile organic compounds (VOCs), diesel range organics (DRO), gasoline range organics (GRO) and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) metals plus boron, molybdenum and iron. Water Supply The development area is currently connected to the City of Columbia Heights water supply system. The proposed development will be served by the existing municipal water supply and will not require installation of any wells (see Figure 13.3). Estimated water use for the development is provided in Table 13.1. Providing this quantity of water is within the city capacity plans. Development Type Table 13.3 Project Average Daily Water Usage Acres Used Usage per Acre (acres) (gpd) Total Usage (gpd) Residential 27.73 2994 83,025 Commercial .27 1000 270 Total 28 83,295 Page 14 The installation and/or repair of sanitary sewer, storm sewer and water mains may require isolated dewatering in order to install the underground utilities. It is unknown at this time the extent of the dewatering that will be required. If substantial dewatering is required, the responsible party for the development will be required to obtain a permit from the MNDNR. 14. Water-related land use management district. Does any part of the project involve a shoreland zoning district, a delineated 100-year flood plain, or a state or federally designated wild or scenic river land use district? __Yes X_~ No If yes, identify the district and discuss project compatibility with district land use restrictions. The site is not subject to a shoreland zoning district, a delineated 100-year flood plan, or a state or federally designated wild or scenic river land use district. A small portion of the project is within the 500-year flood plain zone. 15. Water surface use. Will the project change the number or type of watercraft on any water body? __Yes X No If yes, indicate the current and projected watercraft usage and discuss any potential overcrowding or conflicts with other uses. 16. Erosion and sedimentation. Give the acreage to be graded or excavated and the cubic yards of soil to be moved: acres 12.6; cubic yards 123,248. Describe any steep slopes or highly erodible soils and identify them on the site map. Describe any erosion and sedimentation control measures to be used during and after project construction. It is estimated that 4.4 acres of roadway will be excavated, 20,000 cubic yards of soil will be moved for the street, and 47,000 cubic yards of soil will be moved for the pond. Additionally, based on the results of the Phase II Investigation, it is estimated that 21,965 cubic yards of petroleum and/or VOC impacted soil, as well as 34,283 cubic yards of foundry waste will be excavated. This excavation will be conducted over approximately 8.2 acres from the areas shown on Figure 16.1 as foundry waste, petroleum impacted soil, and extent of previous lead impacted soil excavation. These materials will all be hauled off-site and disposed of at an approved solid waste facility (landfill). The only steep slope at the Site occurs through the central portion of Parcel No. 15, but is maintained by the presence of heavy vegetation and a retaining wall. There are not any highly erodible soils at the Site. As necessary, silt fence will be used to control areas in which significant erosion may occur while conducting soil Response Actions (i.e. excavation). 17. Water quality: surface water runoff a. Compare the quantity and quality of site runoff before and after the project. Describe permanent controls to manage or treat runoff. Describe any stormwater pollution prevention plans. The Site is proposed for redevelopment as residential use and some mixed use commercial/residential. The redeveloped area will be less impervious than the existing land use. In addition; the project will include water quality ponding in an area that currently does not have any existing pond sites. Page 15 Nearby the redevelopment, the existing neighborhood experiences some localized flooding at the intersection of Jefferson and 39a~ Avenue and in the alley near Van Buren. The redevelopment provides an opportunity to correct the flooding problems and also address the surface water issues of water quality and rate control. One pond proposed to address flooding problems would be developed in conjunction with a future reconfiguration and improvement of Huset Park, immediately to the north of the Site. The other two ponds are proposed to be constructed in conjunction with the redevelopment of. the Site, and are within the Site project boundaries (see Figure 17.1). The first, known as Pond 2, is proposed for the southwest comer of Huset Park and will serve portions of the park as well as redevelopment to the west and south of the park. The other pond, referred to as Pond 4, is proposed for the southwest comer of 5th Street and 39~ Avenue. This pond would provide water quality benefits for the redevelopment area at the northwest comer of 5th Street and 37th Avenue. Based on the water quality analysis, the proposed development will be provided with adequate area for the treatment of surface water runoff. The water quality ponds proposed are sized to treat the volume of runoff from a 2.5" rainfall event. Before construction can proceed, the City Engineer must issue plan review and approval to satisfy surface water management regulations. b. Identify routes and receiving water bodies for runoff from the site; include major downstream water bodies as well as the immediate receiving waters. Estimate impact runoff on the quality of receiving waters. Runoff from the site currently drains to the south into existing storm sewer in the City of Minneapolis and ultimately discharges to the Mississippi River. According to the comprehensive plan, downstream pipes are undersized for peak runoffs. This project will maintain similar drainage patterns, but the proposed ponds will provide a benefit to the downstream system by reducing peak discharge and treating the water prior to discharge into the storm sewer system. This will provide a positive impact on the quality of water leaving the site. Additionally, the post-redevelopment land uses (residential and commercial) will have a positive effect on the quality of runoff compared to the pre-development land use (industrial). Ultimately, this project will require an NPDES and SWPPP permit. 18. Water quality: wastewaters a. Describe sources, composition and quantities of all sanitary, municipal and industrial wastewater produced or treated at the site. Normal Domestic wastewater/sewage will be generated from the site. Some commercial developments may result in flows of waste associated with restaurants or other eatery type uses. Estimated sewer flows are based upon the wastewater flow rates of 75 gallons per day per person (residential) at 3 people per unit and 274 gallons per day for every 2400 square feet of commercial space. The project sewer flows will be approximately 84,400 gallons per day (average) or 337,600 gallons per day (peak). b. Describe waste treatment methods or pollution prevention efforts and give estimates of composition after treatment. Identify receiving waters, including major downstream water bodies, and estimate the discharge impact on the quality of receiving waters. If the project involves on-site sewage systems, discuss the suitability of site conditions for such systems. Page 16 All wastewater will be discharged into the City's collection system, thereby avoiding direct discharge into receiving water bodies (see Figure 18.1) c. If wastes will be discharged into a publicly owned treatment facility, identify the facility, describe any pretreatment provisions and'discuss the facility's ability to handle the volume and composition of wastes, identifying any improvements necessary. The sanitary sewer flows generated by the proposed development will not exceed available reserve capacity of the City of Columbia Heights and Metropolitan Council's sanitary sewer system. Improvements that will be necessary include the repair of the existing gravity sewer lines and manholes and reconstruction of services. The waste will be treated at the Metro Plant in St. Paul. The nearest downstream Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) metering station ( Meter M107) is located at 5th Street and 37th Avenue near the project site. The average design flow at this station is 1.84 million gallons per day (MGD) and the peak design flow is 5.35 MGD. The estimated flow at meter M107, including the redevelopment area is expected be less than the design flow. Development Type Table 18.1 Projected Sanitary Sewer Flows Ave. Daily Flow Peak Daily Flow (MGD) (MGD) Residential 0.0831 0.3324 Corem ercial 0.0013 0.0052 Total 0.0831 0.3376 d. If the project requires disposal of liquid animal manure, describe disposal technique and location and discuss capacity to handle the volume and composition of manure. Identify any improvements necessary. Describe any required setbacks for land disposal systems. Not applicable. 19. Geologic hazards and soil conditions a. Approximate depth (in feet) to ground water: 80 minimum 90 average; to bedrock: 60 minimum 85-90 average (see below for more detail). Describe any of the following geologic site hazards to ground water and also identify them on the site map: sinkholes, shallow limestone formations or karst conditions. Describe measures to avoid or minimize environmental problems due to any of these hazards. The hydrogeologic setting at the Site generally consists of perched ground water which is laterally discontinuous across the Site (see Figure 19.1). The estimated limits of perched ground water shown on this figure were based on Phase II soil borings in which ground water was encountered. The minimum depth to perched ground water is approximately four feet, with the average depth approximately 12 to 15 feet below ground surface. Depth to the Page 17 regional water table across the Site ranges from approximately 80 to 93 feet, with the average depth approximately 90 feet below ground surface. The minimum depth to bedrock across the Site is approximately 60 feet, with an average depth of approximately 85 to 90 feet below ground surface. There are no geologic hazards, as described above. b. Describe the soils on the site, giving NRCS (SCS) classifications, if known. Discuss soil granularity and potential for groundwater contamination from wastes or chemicals spread or spilled onto the soils. Discuss any mitigation measures to prevent such contamination. The majority of near surface soils across the site are typically characterized as lower permeability (e.g. clay). A comprehensive Phase II Investigation has been completed to de£me the vertical and horizontal extent of contamination. Soil and/or groundwater remediation will be done in accordance with the approved Response Action Plan. The future land uses will not provide potential for contamination. Five stratigraphic units were identified during the Phase II Investigation. These units consist of mixed fill and foundry waste, organic deposits, alluvium, DesMoines Lobe Till and Superior Lobe Till. A brief description of each unit is presented below. Mixed Fill and Foundry Waste The uppermost stratigraphic unit present at the Site consists of mixed sand or clay fill and/or foundry waste. Fill was encountered in nearly every boring at the Site and ranged in thickness from none present to approximately seven feet (DP-133). Much of the fill is comprised of disturbed native material. Miscellaneous debris (i.e. clay tile, plastic, glass, wood, metal, brick, etc.) is generally sparse within the mixed fill. These types of debris are generally found at or near the ground surface. Foundry wastes at the Site primarily consist of slag, metal shavings, foundry sand and foundry ash. Slag is the most common foundry waste encountered at the Site and was identified in 34 of the borings. Slag originated as a byproduct of the casting process. As the iron was being melted in a furnace, added flux combined with impurities in the iron to form a material (slag) which was lighter than the molten iron and was separated out. This waste was then allowed to cool and was hauled from the foundry. At the Site, slag is either present by itself, within the mixed fill or within other foundry waste. As such, the mnount of slag present ranges from approximately 5% within the mixed fill to areas in which slag accounts for 100% of the material present. The greatest thickness of slag occurs on Parcel #15, in the vicinity of DP-172. In general, slag is most common present on the southwestern portion of the Site (Parcel #15) and the northeast comer of the Site (Parcel #29 and #49). The second most cormnon type of foundry waste at the Site is foundry sand which was encountered in fourteen of the borings. Foundry sand was also a byproduct of the casting process.. The sand was generally bound to create forms and was recycled until binders accumulated which affected the bonding process. The sand was then hauled from the foundry. Foundry sand at the site is identified by its black color and is described as a medium-grained, poorly-graded, sand with little to no fines present. It is often present by itself, but slag or metal is sometimes present. The greatest thickness of foundry sand occurs on Parcel #31, in the vicinity of DP-133. Page 18 The least common foundry waste present at the Site is ash which was generated from firing the foundry's furnaces. This ash was encountered in three of the borings at the Site and had a maximum thickness of 0.4 feet (DP-154). The ash is generally described as a white, loosely compacted material with low plasticity and cohesiveness. Organic Deposits Organic deposits are present at several locations across the Site. The deposits were encountered in seven soil borings with thicknesses ranging from 0.6 feet (DP-127) to five feet at DP-150, with the largest aerial extent occurring with the northeastern portion of the Site. These deposits are typically described as dark brown to black sandy organic silt with low to moderate cohesiveness and an abundance of organic material including roots and wood (Unified Soil Classification System or USCS designation of OL or OH). To al lesser extent, the organic deposits also include black, amorphous to fibrous peat (PT) with wood fragments. Organic deposits are generally present above the alluvial deposits and generally correspond with topographic lows in the underlying glacial till. Alluvial Deposits Alluvial deposits are generally present within the west-central and eastern portions of the Site and were encountered in 16 borings. Though none of these borings completely penetrated the alluvium, it is at least 23 feet thick at DP-117. These deposits are typically described as brown to yellowish brown, sub-angular to sub-rounded, fine to coarse grained and poor to well-graded sand (SP or SW). However, poorly graded sand with silt (SP-SM), sandy silt (ML) and silty sand (SM) are present locally. The presence of these deposits strongly correlates with depressions in the underlying till. Des Moines Lobe Till The primary stratigraphic unit present at the Site is the Des Moines Lobe till. This unit was encountered in 59 of the boring locations. This till is at least 26 feet thick in the western portion of the Site (DP-105, DP-107), generally absent to less than five feet thick in through the east-central portion of the Site and interpreted to be at least 25 feet thick in the eastern portion of the Site (none of the borings in the eastern portion of the Site completely penetrated this till). This till is generally described as a gray to brown or yellowish brown, low to moderately cohesive, low to moderately plastic, clayey sand with gravel (SC) or silty clay with sand and gravel (CL-ML). This till is generally massive with few sand seams observed. The till surface undulates significantly across the Site and is generally draped over the underlying Superior Lobe till. Superior Lobe Till The Des Moines Lobe till is underlain by a thick sequence of the Superior Lobe till. This unit was encountered at 16 of the boring locations. Though none of the borings completely penetrated this till, it is at least 23 feet thick (DP-137). During this investigation, this till was only encountered within the east-central portion of the Site. Furthermore, this till is the uppermost native unit within this portion of the Site. This till is generally described as a reddish to dark reddish brown, low to moderately cohesive, sandy to silty clay (CL or CL- ML). This till is also massive, with relatively few sand seams present. Page 19 20. Solid wastes, hazardous wastes, storage tanks a. Describe types, amounts and compositions of solid or hazardous wastes, including solid animal manure, sludge and ash, produced during construction and operation. Identify method and location of disposal. For projects generating municipal solid waste, indicate if there is a source separation plan; describe how the project will be modified for recycling. If hazardous waste is generated, indicate if there is a hazardous waste minimization plan and routine hazardous waste reduction assessments. Solid waste will be generated during the construction process. The contractor will be responsible for providing storage of the materials and arranging for periodic pick up of the waste in accordance with local, state, and federal requirements. It is estimated that excavation will include 21,965 cubic yards of petroleum and/or VOC impacted soil, 34,283 cubic yards of foundry waste, 20,000 cubic yards of debris and potential contaminants from roadway soils and 47,000 cubic yards for ponds (see Item 19b). These materials will be excavated, hauled off-site and disposed of at an approved solid waste facility (landfill). Impacted materials will be directly loaded into trucks and source separation and/or recycling will not be conducted. Based on the results of several soil samples which were analyzed using toxicity characteristic leaching procedures (TCLP), none of the materials being hauled off-site are deemed as hazardous. The City of Columbia Heights contracts for all residential refuse and recycling collections in the City. Each residence has an option of one of three levels of service: low volume 30- gallon service, limited service with a 60-gallon cart or the full service with a 90 gallon refuse container. Each residence is provided a recycling bin for glass, bottles, cans and jars. Newspapers and mixed papers are collected with other recyclables. During the operation of the non-residential components of the project, municipal solid waste will be generated. Schafer Richardson will require individual tenants to arrange for collection and disposal services in accordance will all applicable environmental regulations and local requirements. b. Identify any toxic or hazardous materials to be used or present at the site and identify measures to be used to prevent them from contaminating groundwater. If the use of toxic or hazardous materials will lead to a regulated waste, discharge or emission, discuss any alternatives considered to minimize or eliminate the waste, discharge or emission. At this time, it is not know as to whether toxic or hazardous materials are being used as part of daily on-site operations for various businesses. However, prior to demolition activities, ProSource will be conducting pre-demolition surveys for all buildings. The purpose of conducting the pre-demolitiOn survey is to identify and quantify regulated and/or hazardous materials prior to building demolition. These items may include, but are not limited to ACM, lead-based paint, USTs or ASTs, items which may contain mercury, PCBs or chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and miscellaneous materials or solid waste. All regulated or hazardous materials identified during the pre-demolition surveys must be removed or abated prior to the demolition of buildings and/or related structures. c. Indicate the number, location, size and use of any above or below ground tanks to store petroleum products or other materials, except water. Describe any emergency response Page 20 containment plans. During demolition/excavation activities there are at least three USTs which will require removal. One UST is known to exist at Parcel #28. It is thought to be approximately 250 gallons in size and was likely used to store heating oil. Parcel #12 contains two quench oil USTs which were abandoned in place in 1989. These three known USTs will be removed during demolition/excavation activities and disposed of properly. Upon removal, each UST will be observed for pits, holes, cracks and/or leaks. Confirmatory sampling will be conducted in accordance with MPCA Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST) guidance. The proposed project will not require the use of USTs or ASTs. 21. Traffic. Parking spaces added 0 (see detail below). Existing spaces (if project involves expansion)l,122. Estimated total average daily traffic generated 3,?94. Estimated maximum peak hour traffic generated (if known) and time of occurrence 349 (the peak hour is 4:30-5:30 PM). Provide an estimate of the impact on traffic congestion on affected roads and describe any traffic improvements necessary. If the project is within the Twin Cities metropolitan area, discuss its impact on the regional transportation system. Parking Spaces The Site currently contains approximately 1,122 outdoor surface parking spaces, comprised of about 909 off-street parking spaces for trucks and cars and 213 on-street parking spaces for cars. The redevelopment of the Site will create residential units that having parking contained in enclosed attached garage spaces and below grade garages. The City requirements for parking that will be applied to this development are two garage spaces per townhome unit, one garage space per one-bedroom multi-family unit, and two garage spaces per two-bedroom multi- family unit. There will be approximately 59 outdoor off-street parking spaces throughout the development and 54 on-street spaces. The on-street spaces will largely be limited to Huset Parkway and 5th St. NE. After development, there will be an over net reduction of approximately 1,009 outdoor off- street and on-street parking spaces. Traffic Study A traffic study was completed for the Industrial Redevelopment Area, and the methods, assumptions, and analyses results of this study are provided in the Feasibility Report for Huset Parkway, dated July 7, 2004. The traffic study examined existing and forecast 2025 conditions for the Industrial Redevelopment Area. AM and PM peak hour traffic conditions were investigated as part of the traffic analysis. The proposed redevelopment will include 559 residential housing units and 11,650 square feet of commercial building space. Based on trip generation rates from Trip Generation (7~' edition, Institute of Transportation Engineers, 2003), the proposed redevelopment site is expected to generate an average weekday daily traffic of 3,794 vehicles/day, an AM peak hour volume of 326 vehicles/hour, and a PM peak hour volume of 349 vehicles/hour. Page 21 The traffic analysis investigated traffic impacts at seven key intersections in the area for three scenarios: existing (2004) conditions, 2025 no build conditions, and 2025 build conditions. The results of the level of service (LOS) analysis for the two key signalized intersections is shown in Table 22.1 and the results of the LOS analysis for the five key unsignalized intersections is shown in Table 22.2. The analyses indicate that, for all scenarios, the key intersections operate at acceptable LOS, with all the signalized intersections operating at LOS B and most of the unsignalized intersections operating at LOS A. Average daily traffic (ADT) volumes for the roadways in the proposed redevelopment area were obtained for existing conditions, and 2025 forecast ADTs were developed for the no build and build conditions. The ADT information for the study area is shown in Figure 21.1. Table 21.1 Level of Service for Signalized Key Intersections Level of Service Intersection Existing 2004 No Build 2025 Build 2025 AM PM AM PM AM PM TH 47(University Ave.) & 37th Ave. B B B B B B TH 47(University Ave.) & 40th Ave. B B B B B B Table 21.2 Level of Service for Unsignalized Key Intersections Level of Service Intersection Approach Existing 2004 No Build 2025 Build 2025 AM PM AM PM AM PM EB A A A B A* A* WB A A A B A* A* 37th Ave. & 5th St. NB A A A A B C SB A A A A B B EB ~ ~i ~ ~ A* A* 37th Ave. & Huset Pkwy. WB ~~!~~ A* A* SB ~~~~ B B EB A A A A A* A* WB A A A A A* A* 39th Ave. & 5th St. NB A A A A ~~ SB A A A A A A EB A A A A A* A* WB A A A A A* A* 39th Ave. & Jefferson St. NB A A A A A A SB A A A A ~~ EB A A A A A A WB A A A A A A 40th Ave. & Jefferson St. NB A A A A A B SB A A A A A A * Analysis assumes no stop sign in place for this approach. Note: For 2025 Build conditions, the 39th Ave./5th St. intersection and the 39th Ave./Jefferson St. intersection have been revised and re-aligned to become T-intersections. Page 22 Based on the traffic data and the LOS analyses, the traffic study indicated the following conclusions and recommendations: 1. No roadway or intersection deficiencies were identified for the study area for existing or future (2025) conditions, either with or without the proposed Industrial Redevelopment. The proposed new Huset Parkway that will serve the Industrial Redevelopment area is feasible as a 2-lane roadway, and the proposed alignment of this parkway will adequately serve traffic circulation needs for the Site (see Figure 21.2). Elimination of 38a~ Avenue as a public street from the Service Road that is immediately parallel to the east side of University Avenue to 5th Street, as part of the Industrial Redevelopment, will not have any significant impacts to traffic circulation in the study area and is recommended, if the Industrial Redevelopment plan is implemented. This segment of 3 8th Avenue has a low ADT (160 vehicles/day) and mainly serves as a means for direct access to the adjacent existing businesses. If these adjacent businesses are eliminated as part of the Industrial Redevelopment, then the purpose for this public road also goes away. (This does not apply to the portion of 38th Avenue that is found to the east of 5th street; this portion of the street shall remain.) Elimination of the Service Road on the east side of TH 47 between 37th Avenue and 40th Avenue, as part of the Industrial Redevelopment, will not have any significant impacts to traffic circulation in the study area. This Service Road has a low ADT (170 vehicles/day) and mainly serves as a means for direct access to the adjacent existing businesses. If the Industrial Redevelopment is implemented, then it is recommended that the Service Road, at least within the redevelopment area, be eliminated. The entire segment of Service Road between 37a~ Avenue and 40th Avenue could be eliminated if the businesses outside the Industrial Redevelopment area are given access to Lookout Place. However, business traffic oriented toward Lookout Place may be objectionable to residents in the area, and it may be necessary to retain approximately 450 feet of the Service Road south of 40th Avenue. If the roadway eliminations from items 3 and 4 are implemented as part of the Industrial Redevelopment, it is recommended that all access to the westerly portion of the Industrial Redevelopment area should be directed only to the new parkway or 5th Street. Disconnecting 5th Street from the new parkway south of 39~ Avenue will not have any significant impacts to traffic circulation in the study area. Most of the traffic using this segment of 5th Street will shift to the new parkway, and, if this disconnection occurs, the segment of 5th Street between 37th Avenue and 38th Avenue is expected to have an ADT of approximately 150 vehicles/day. 5a' Street north of 39th Avenue should be connected to the new parkway. Traffic at this T-intersection should be controlled by a stop sign on the 5th Street approach, and there should be no control on the new parkway approaches. Two alternatives were explored for the new parkway in the vicinity of the 39a~ Avenue/Jefferson Street intersection. One alternative replaces the existing 4-leg intersection with two closely spaced T-intersections, while the other replaces this intersection with a roundabout. Either alternative provides excellent LOS at this Page 23 10. intersection. The two closely spaced T-intersections alternative results in some awkward turning maneuvers, especially for large trucks, and will probably not be as safe as the roundabout. For these reasons, the roundabout is the recommended alternative for this location. Introducing a new intersection at the proposed parkway connection to 37th Avenue will not cause any significant impacts to traffic operations along the segment of 37~ Avenne between TH 47 and 5th Street. It is recommended that no control be used on the 37th Avenue approaches to the new parkway or to 5a~ Street. It should be noted that the analyses indicate both of these intersections could operate adequately as all-way stops, without any queue spill-backs to adjacent intersections. However, having all-way stops at both intersections would be very frustrating to motorists on 37th Avenue, since these intersection will only be about 230 feet apart. Certain turning movements at the intersections along 37th Avenue from TH 47 to 5th Street are expected to be significant during the peak hours under 2025 conditions. These movements are the westbound 37th Avenue right mm at TH 47, the westbound 37a~ Avenue right turn at Huset Parkway, the eastbound 37~ Avenue left turn at Huset Parkway, and the eastbound 37th Avenue right turn at 5th Street. For safety and convenience, it is desirable to have an additional lane for these movements so that through traffic can bypass the turning traffic. Due to the relatively short distance between intersections, the best way to provide these turn lanes/bypass lanes is to have a 4-lane undivided roadway for this segment of 37th Avenue. Since existing 37th Avenue is a 2-lane roadway with parking allowed on both sides, a possible alternative to the 4-lane section is to simply prohibit on-street parking along this segment of 37th Avenue. 22. Vehicle-related air emissions. Estimate the effect of the project's traffic generation on air quality, including carbon monoxide levels. Discuss the effect of traffic improvements or other mitigation measures on air quality impacts. Note: If the project involves 500 or more parking spaces, consult EAW Guidelines about whether a detailed air quality analysis is needed. The Columbia Heights Industrial Redevelopment Area is not anticipated to have substantial air quality impacts or cause air quality related concerns. The forecasted traffic volumes generated by the site are lower than the volumes of traffic typically associated with carbon monoxide (CO) concentrations approaching state air quality standards. A detailed air emission analysis was not completed for this project. According to the Mn/DOT Hotspot Screening Method Flow Chart (see Figure 22.1), the benchmark annual average daily traffic volumes (AADT), which is 77,200 trips, would not be reached nor does the proposed development site affect any of the MPCA monitored location or top seven intersections in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area. Hotspot screening is a microscale analysis that primarily addresses localized emissions of the carbon monoxide (CO). In addition large projects such as shopping center or mixed-use developments no longer need to apply for an Indirect Source Permit to the MPCA, as the MPCA has eliminated the Indirect Source Permit Program. Page 24 Figure 22.1 Hotspot Screening Method Flowchart Subject Project Greater Than The Benchmark AADT? (77.2O0 AADT) YES NO Project Involves/Affects Short ~ List of 3 MPCA Monitored Locations, Or Top 7 Intersections? NO No Analysis Needed Do Hot Spot Analysis 23. Stationary source air emissions. Describe the type, sources, quantities and compositions of any emissions from stationary sources of air emissions such as boilers, exhaust stacks or fugitive dust sources. Include any hazardous air pollutants (consult EAW Guidolinos for a listing) and any greenhouse gases (such as carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide) and ozone-depleting chemicals (chloro-fluorocarbons, hydrofluorocarbons, perfluorocarbons or sulfur hexafluoride). Also describe any proposed pollution prevention techniques and proposed air pollution control devices. Describe the impacts on air quality. The proposed redevelopment project does not include manufacturing operations. Emissions from the development are expected to be minimal. While the commercial buildings that are a part of the development will have some emissions from heating systems, the systems are not expected to generate substantial emissions nor require air permits. 24. Odors, noise and dust. Will the project generate odors, noise or dust during construction or during operation? ~X Yes __No If yes, describe sources, characteristics, duration, quantities or intensity and any proposed measures to mitigate adverse impacts. Also identify locations of nearby sensitive receptors and estimate impacts on them. Discuss potential impacts on human health or quality of life. (Note: fugitive dust generated by operations may be discussed at item 23 instead of here.) Odors No significant odors will be generated by the construction and operation of the proposed development. Noise Development construction noise should be considered average in both intensity and duration with no intrusive impulsive noise sources (such as blasting) expected. A slight decrease in noise is expected post construction of the development in terms of eliminating heavy truck traffic through the development and those roads bordering it as well as eliminating noise generated from manufacturing. There are no critical sensitive receptors, such as hospitals, churches and schools present within the proposed development area. Page 25 Dust Operation of the proposed uses will not generate significant dust. Earthmoving equipment and vehicles driving on unpaved surfaces will generate dust during construction. Dust control measures will be implemented by the contractor to include watering the unpa-ved areas and stockpiles during dry and windy conditions, revegetating, building upon and paving areas as soon as practicable, and following all local and state requirements regarding dust and erosion and sediment control. 25. Nearby resources. Are any of the following resources on or in proximity to the site? If yes, describe the resource and identify any project-related impacts on the resource. Describe any measures to minimize or avoid adverse impacts. Archaeological, historical or architectural resources? __Yes X_~ No Prime or unique farmlands or land within an agricultural preserve? __Yes X No Designated parks, recreation areas or trails? __X Yes __No Huset Park is located north of the site. No negative impacts to this resource are anticipated. A stormwater pond will be created in the southeast comer of Huset Park, to serve both the site and the park. A trail will be located through this are to connect the site to Huset Park and ultimately civic centers such as City Hall and Murzyn Hall to the north. Portions of the trail will be constructed along the new Huset Parkway. Scenic views and vistas? ,'(Yes __No The site offers a scenic vista of Downtown Minneapolis by looking southward towards the City of Minneapolis. The redevelopment will take advantage of this vista with buildings orientated towards the south. These buildings are located at the southwestern most comer of the site that offers opportunities of capturing this vista. Other unique resources? __Yes X.~ No 26. Visual impacts. Will the project create adverse visual impacts during construction or operation? Such as glare from intense lights, lights visible in wilderness areas and large visible plumes from cooling towers or exhaust stacks? __Yes X__ No If yes, explain. 27. Compatibility with plans and land use regulations. Is the project subject to an adopted local comprehensive plan, land use plan or regulation, or other applicable land use, water, or resource management plan of a local, regional, state or federal agency? ~X Yes __No. If yes, describe the plan, discuss its compatibility with the project and explain how any conflicts will be resolved. If no, explain. Comprehensive Plan The City is currently processing a Comprehensive Plan amendment for the redevelopment site. The Planning and Zoning Commission considered this application at its July 7, 2004 meeting and unanimously voted to recommend that the City Council approve the Page 26 Comprehensive Plan amendment. It is anticipated that the City Council will consider this item in August. The amendment will then be sent to the Metropolitan Council for review. The existing Future Land Use Map shows the area as "Industrial" with the majority of the site indicated as "Redevelopment Area." The Comprehensive Plan amendment proposes to designate the site as "Transit Oriented Development." The purpose of the land use designation is to promote development and redevelopment that facilitates linkages and interaction of transit services, housing and neighborhood services. This land use designation allows for the mix and intensity of residential and commercial uses proposed for the site. The proposed redevelopment of the Site is compatible with the land use goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan, including, but not limited to: · Goal: Strengthen the image of the community as a desirable place to live and work. Goal: Provide opportunities and mechanisms for successful redevelopment of targeted areas within the community. · Goal: Advocate high quality development and redevelopment within the community. · Goal: Provide a variety of life-cycle housing opportunities within the community. · Goal: Strengthen areas of commercial and civic activity by introducing complementary housing developmen1. · Goal: Increase pedestrian and bicycle safety in residential neighborhoods. The Comprehensive Plan also includes a water and sanitary sewer component, with which the proposed project is consistent. Zoning The present zoning of the site is currently Industrial. The City is currently processing a Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment (rezoning) for the Site. Subsequent to considering a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, the Planning and Zoning Commission considered an application to rezone the property from Industrial to the Transit Oriented Mixed Use District at its July 7, 2004 meeting. The Commission unanimously voted to recommend that the City Council approve the rezoning. It is anticipated that the City Council will consider this item in August. The rezoning will be consistent with the comprehensive plan amendment. The proposed site plan is compatible with the provisions of the Transit Oriented Mixed Use District. This district calls for a flexible mix of uses, a minimum residential density of 12 units per acre and a location adjacent to a transit corridor (in this case, University Avenue NE). Water Resource Management Plan and Stormwater Management Ordinance The City has adopted a Water Resource Management Plan and a Stormwater Management Ordinance. The proposed project is consistent with these documents. Metropolitan Council - 2030 Regional Development Framework The Regional Development Framework identifies the City of Columbia Heights as "Developed". The redevelopment plan is consistent with regional policies for Developed communities. Residential density guidelines for Developed communities are 5 units plus per acre and to target higher density in locations with convenient access to transportation corridors. The overall residential development proposed for the Site is approximately 19.96 Page 27 units per acre. In addition to density guidelines the redevelopment plan supports other Council policies such as reinvestment/redevelopment, providing a mix of uses, plmming pedestrian and bicycle connections between workplaces, residences, retail and services, using mixed use development and transit oriented development zoning, increasing density along University Avenue NE to support transit services, providing a mix of residential types and densities to provide the opportunity for lifecycle housing, and reclaiming contaminated lands for redevelopment. 28. Impact on infrastructure and public services. Will new or expanded utilities, roads, other infrastructure or public services be required to serve the project? X Yes No. If yes, describe the new or additional infrastructure or services needed. (Note: any infrastructure that is a connected action with respect to the project must be assessed in the EAW; see EAW Guidelines for details.) Infrastructure The proposed development site is presently served by existing public utilities and roads. The existing utilities axe adequately sized to serve the new redevelopment uses. The water main and sanitary sewer are in need of repair and in some cases, rehabilitation. Roads will be reconstructed and realigned to better serve the redeveloped property. Based on the Huset Parkway Area Impact Feasibility Report dated July 7, 2004, there will be a net reduction in public roadways as a result of the proposed project. Schools The site is located within Independent School District 13, which includes Columbia Heights, Hilltop, and the southern portion of Fridley. In the recent past, there has been declining enrollment in the school system. According to the 2000 Census, the average household size in the City of Columbia Heights was 2.29 persons. The 2000 Census also reveals that only 21 percent of the city's overall population was under the age of 18. Assuming this household trend is reflected in the project area, the expected population of the development is 1,280 and the development can expect to include 268 school age persons. Therefore, no expanded school services are anticipated because the school infrastructure is already in place to serve additional students, given the decline in enrollment. Police Police service will be provided by the city. As of 2000, 1.97 local (1.31 municipal and .66 county) police jobs existed per every 1,000 persons in the state of Minnesota. In terms of actual sworn police officers, the ratio was 1.48 (1.03 municipal and .45 county) per 1,000 people. Assuming the development will add 1,280 persons, and assuming a target of 1.31 police jobs per 1,000 residents, the development can expect to create a demand for 1.70 additional police staff. The city currently employs 31.5 police staff including administrative, crime prevention, investigative, patrol, officers and records staff. The city also provides service to the City of Hilltop. The most recent population estimates prepared by the Met Council show a 2002 population of 18,698 in Columbia Heights and 781 in Hilltop. Currently the city employs Page 28 1.62 police personnel per 1,000 residents. Assuming the city des/res to maintain it's current level of service and that the development will add 1,280 persons, the project is anticipated to create a demand for 2.89 additional police staff. The actual number of police staffthe city chooses to maintain will depend on a number of factors, including the city' s desired or expected level of service. Fire Fire service will be provided by the city. The city is served by a full-time professional staff, assisted by paid on-call personnel. The city also provides frre services for the City of Hilltop. Based on interviews of fire personnel conducted by DSU, in general, a city can expect to employ 1.5 to 1.75 fn:e personnel per 1,000 residents. Assuming the proposed redevelopment of the Industrial Park will add 1,280 persons, and assuming a target of 1.5 fire jobs per 1,000 residents, the development can expect to create a demand for 1.92 additional fire staff. The department currently utilizes 38.5 fire personnel including 8.5 full-time personnel and 30 on-call personnel. The most recent population estimates prepared by the Met Council show the collective 2002 populations of Columbia Heights and Hilltop to be 19,479. Currently the department utilizes 1.98 fire personnel per 1,000 residents. Assuming the department desires to maintain it's current level of service and that the development will add 1,280 persons, the project is anticipated to create a demand for 2.52 additional fire staff. The city has 5 reserve volunteer fire personnel that are currently available. The actual number of fire staff the city chooses to maintain will depend on a number of factors, including the city' s desired or expected level of service. 29. Cumulative impacts. Minnesota Rule part 4410.1700, subpart 7, item B requires that the RGU consider the "cumulative potential effects of related or anticipated future projects" when .determining the need for an environmental impact statement. Identify any past, present or reasonably foreseeable future projects that may interact with the project described in this EAW in such a way as to cause cumulative impacts. Describe the nature of the cumulative impacts and summarize any other available information relevant to determining whether there is potential for significant environmental effects due to cumulative impacts (or discuss each cumulative impact under appropriate item(s) elsewhere on this form). There are no anticipated cumulative potential effects of any past, present or furore projects. Indeed, the project will result in have a very positive cumulative impact on properties within and adjacent to the site resulting from the clean up of contaminated land. The only anticipated future project in the area is the public improvement of Huset Park, including the reconfiguration of athletic fields. 30. Other potential environmental impacts. If the project may cause any adverse environmental impacts not addressed by items 1 to 28, identify and discuss them here, along with any proposed mitigation. No other potential environmental impacts are anticipated from the proposed Industrial Park Redevelopment Area mixed use development. Page 29 31. Summary of issues. Do not complete this section if the EAW is being done for ElS scoping; instead, address relevant issues in the draft Scoping Decision document, which must accompany the EAVV. List any impacts and issues identified above that may require further investigation before the project is begun. Discuss any alternatives or mitigative measures that have been or may be considered for these impacts and issues, including those that have been or may be ordered as permit conditions. Well Location and Removal As stated in Item 13, a well inventory was conducted as part of the Phase II Investigation. However, it appears as though there may be several water supply wells located at the Site that were not identified during the inventory. All water supply and/or industrial wells present at the Site will be abandoned by a licensed water well contractor in the State of Minnesota and will be done in accordance with Minnesota Rules, Chapter 4725.3850 regarding well sealing. Prior to abandonment, a reasonable attempt will be made to obtain a ground water sample, which will be submitted to a laboratory for chemical analysis for volatile organic compounds (VOCs), diesel range organics (DRO), gasoline range organics (GRO) and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) metals plus boron, molybdenum and iron. Disposal of Solid Wastes Approximately 20,000 cubic yards of debris and contaminants from roadway soils will be excavated. Additionally, based on the results of the Phase II Investigation, it is estimated that 21,965 cubic yards of petroleum and/or VOC impacted soil, as well as 34,283 cubic yards of foundry waste will be excavated. These wastes will be hauled off-site and disposed of at an approved solid waste facility (landfill). Impacted materials will be directly loaded into trucks and source separation and/or recycling will not be conducted. Based on the results of several soil samples which were analyzed using toxicity characteristic leaching procedures (TCLP), none of the materials being hauled off-site are deelned as hazardous. Toxic or Hazardous Materials At this time, it is not know as to whether toxic or hazardous materials are being used as part of daily on-site operations for various businesses. However, prior to demolition activities, ProSource will be conducting pre-demolition surveys for all buildings. The purpose of conducting the pre-demolition survey is to identify and quantify regulated and/or hazardous materials prior to building demolition. These items may include, but are not limited to ACM, lead-based paint, USTs or ASTs, items which may contain mercury, PCBs or chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) and miscellaneous materials or solid waste. All regulated or hazardous materials identified during the pre-demolition surveys must be removed or abated prior to the demolition of buildings and/or related structures. Removal of Underground Storage Tanks During demolition/excavation activities there are at least three USTs which will require removal. One UST is known to exist at Parcel #28 (see Figure 6.1). It is thought to be approximately 250 gallons in size and was likely used to store heating oil. Parcel #12 contains two quench oil USTs which were abandoned in place in 1989. These three known USTs will be removed during demolition/excavation activities and disposed of properly. Upon removal, each UST will be observed for pits, holes, cracks and/or leaks. Con£mnatory Page 30 smnpling will be conducted in accordance with MPCA Leaking Underground Storage Tank (LUST) guidance. Traffic Traffic generated by the project will not create impacts to the area. However, circulation and access are important issues that the City will consider during the City's review processes. The site plan currently shows access points along 37th Avenue NE between University Avenue (TH 47) and the proposed new parkway, as well as connections to the existing frontage road. Access at these locations and to the new Huset Parkway will need to be reviewed and modified as part of the site plan and plat review process. RGU CERTIFICATION. The Environmental Quality Board will only accept SIGNED Environmental Assessment Worksheets for public notice in the EQB Monitor. I hereby certify that: · The information contained in this document is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. · The EAW describes the complete project; there are no other projects, stages or components other than those described in this document, which are related to the project as connected actions or phased actions, as defined at Minnesota Rules, parts 4410.0200, subparts 9b and 60, respectively. · Copies of this EAW are being sent to the entire EQB distribution list. Signature Date Title Environmental Assessment Worksheet was prepared by the staff of the Environmental Quality Board at Minnesota Planning. For additional information, worksheets or for EAW Guidelines, contact: Environmental Quality Board, 658 Cedar St., St. Paul, MN 55155, 651 ~296-8253, or www.mnplan.state.mn.us Page 31 l-- h , ,, ~ - ~--~ ,, , ~:, :~---I:'~~' .:~ ~--~[: .... ~ ~~,L ~ :~ ~ Metro Location :. l:. : ;: ::.., : Figure 5.1 .,:,:, '. P r o j e ct L o c a ti o n :::'h: .::' :il:: ,:: ? q Industrial Park Redevelopment Area ~ County Road :' ~ Project Boundary ~ ~?~'~ ~' ~ Dako,~ -~ ~MunicipalBoundary ¢~ : ' '~L': .'~ Prep~edbyDahlgre~,Shardlowa~dUban, l~c. County Boundary Cepyright 2004 N KJacliveworldgisse~er/4388.6/regional.mxd Figure 5.2 iL~" :i Pr°ject B°undary USl3S Map Industrial Park Redevelopment Area Columbia Heights, MN N Prepared by Dab gren, Shardlow and Uban, Inc, A Source: DNR Copyrigh12004 500 250 0 500 Feet KYactivework/gisselver/4388.6/usgs.mxd June 18, 2004 ! 83 Townhouses ~.~ ~,~ 80 Co-op Units '; ~ : "~ ,~:~ 559Tota Ults- 1996 DU/ac'e / 2 A 28x48 II ~ ~ ~1{ ; i~ H~/ : ' ' h I 650 SF 1 o4 u ~ ~s ,~ ~~ Figure 5.3 Site Plan ~ Industrial Park Redevelopment Area Project Site Columbia Heights, MN ~ .~ Prepared by ESG Architects Inc.; Schafer Richardson Source: DNR ................. Cepydght 2004 ~ ~5~ too ~00 300 K:lactivewor~gisse~er14388.61siteplan.~d June 18, 2004 ~"-! BOUNDA.RY OF PP, O.1ECT AREA I1 ~1 SITE ADDRESS 28 SITE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER u~~ PHASE ]! REPORT/FFS/RAP FIGURE 3 Columbia Heights Industrial Park AREA OF INVESTIGATION Columbia Heights, Minnesota Pro$ource Project N0..' 482-00 PrOSo r_ , Figure 6.1 Figure 6.2 k Phasing Map I~ ,~.......~.~.~.~ IN PHASE I! REPORT/FFS/RAP Columbia Heights Industrial Park Columbia Heights, HInnesota FIGURE 4 SOIL BORING AND MON:[TOP,[NG WELL LOCATIONS Figure 13.1 '~; ,~ ¢' ~:~.- , '. ~ l ~ E:~~ , ~: ~:: '-] i ' : '~ ' Well Survey ~ Commercial Wells Industrial Park Redevelopment Area ~ Industrial Wells Columbia Heights, MN ~ Monitoring Wells ~ Public Supply Wells N ~ Project Boundaw 2,000 ~,000 0 ~0 4~00 Feet~ PrepPed by Dahlgren, Shardlow and Uban, Inc. Copyright 2004 K:/activewor ~gisse~er/4388.6~el[s.mxd Source: ProSource Technologies, Inc. Phase II RepoWFFS/RAP, ProSource Project No.: 482-00 July 12, 2004 ~ '" Pi v pe 8" Pipe I0' Pipe 12" Pipe Replace Cast Iron Pipe Figure 4 Watermain Existing System/Proposed Improvements Huset Parkway Feasibility Report Figure 13.3 PHASE ~ REPORT/FFS/RAP PROPOSED AREAS Columbia Heights Industrial Park OF EXCAVATION Columbia Heights, Hinnesota Figure 16.1 H U ,~ E I PAR 14 FUTURE DP, J~NAGE AEEA~4ACRES STO R IvlWATER CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS I~0 OPEN W~'I'E R ZONE =---:~=- 'x'-'=: ~ -_!=:7 ",':, :' ~ ' ,' ::L i;' :": ~, :,. ,, -- 40THr- -- AVE ..... ¢,, ..... Z ........ MOE)ELING · 896.0 LEGEND <<~ EXISTING STORI'4 SEWER TRUNK <<~ PROPOSED STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENT ~9D2 '" PROPOSED POND CONTOURS ~ POINT iDENTIFIED IN REPORT " FUTURE POND FOOTPRINT .... Y "~ F'ROPOSED POND DRA];NAGE AREA Bonestroo ~ Rosene ,~ Ander#k & Assoda res 35204,114 5/I 4./04 3;52-04-114, Figure 17.1 SEH ~ 8" Pipe ;',,~,rti~ .......................... 9 I ii~e 10" Pipe 12" Pipe 15" Pipe 18" Pipe Figm'e 3 Sanitat3,, Sewer Proposed Sewer Flows to the System Huset Parkway Feasibi li ty iReport Figure 18.1 PHASE IIi ~PORT/FFS/~P AER~L E~FNT Columbia Helgh~ Sndustrlal Park PFRCHF~ Columbma He gh~, Mmnnesota Pros ' · ource Pro~ect No.. 482-00 ~ ~~m~ __.~ ........ Figure 19.1 5,700 [6'7001 ,,=, ?,4oo ~ (s~2oo) [8,8oo] 62O (690) ['t,?00] '650 4,400 (4,900) r6,300] LEGEND XXXX. = EXISTING ADT (2002 MnDOI~ ( ~ ) ;2026ADTWITItOUT PROFOSED DEVE~PMENT [ ~ ] = 2~ADTWITH PROPO~EDDEVELOPM~NT 38THAVENUE PROPOSED NEW ROADWAYS ROADWAY PROPOSED TO BE ELIMI~TED PROPOSED REDEVELOPMENT AREA 5,600 (6,200) [6'600] 37TH AVENUE 4GTH AVENUE 39TH AVENUE / Not ~ Scale SEH Existing and Future Average. Daily Traffic (ADT) Industrial Redevelopment Area Columbia Heights, Minnesota FiLE NO, A-OOLHT0403.0O Figure 21.1 ~Oth~ver~m~ Future Housing Phase I Development: ~xtension ...... - :~ (~ Option A Huset Parkway S[I..t :<,,,.,~ ,, ~,,,~ :,,,F,~., Round-a-bout Feasibility Report uk Figure 21.2 Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Natural Heritage and Nongame Research Program, Box 25 500 Lafayette Road St. Paul, Minnesota 55155-40__ Phone: (651) 296-7863 Fax: (651)296-1811 E-mall: sarah.hoffmann@dnr.state.mn.us June 29, 2004 Ellen Berkelhamer City of Columbia Heights 590 40~h Ave. NE Columbia Heights, MN 55421-3878 Re: Request for Natural Heritage information for vicinity of proposed Columbia Heights Industrial Park Redevelopment Area, T30N R24W Section 35, Anoka County NHNRP Contact #: ERDB 20040928 Dear Ms. Berkelhamer, The Minnesota Natural Heritage database has been reviewed to determine if any rare plant or animal species or other significant natural features are known to occur within an approximate one-mile radius of the area indicated on the map enclosed with your information request. Based on this review, there are no known occurrences of rare species or natural communities in the area searched. The Natural Heritage database is maintained by the Natural Heritage and Nongame Research Program, a unit within the Division of Ecological Services, Department of Natural Resources. It is continually updated as new information becomes available, and is the most complete source of data'6n Minnesota's rare or otherwise significant species, natural communities, and other natural features. Its purpose is to foster better understanding and protection of these features. Because our information is not based on a comprehensive inventory, there may be rare or otherwise significant natural features in the state that are not represented in the database. A county-by- county survey of rare natural features is now underway, and has been completed for Anoka County. Our information about natural communities is, therefore, quite thorough for that county. However, because survey work for rare plants and animals is less exhaustive, and because there has not been an on-site survey of all areas of the county, ecologically significant features for which we have no records may exist on the project area. Please be aware that review by the Natural Heritage and Nongame Research Program focuses only on rare natural features. -It. does not constitute review or approval by the. Department of Natural Resources as a whole. If you require further information on the environmental review process for other wildlife- related issues, you may contact your Regional Environmental Assessment Ecologist, Wayne Barstad, at (651)772-7940. Thank you for consulting us on this matter, and for your interest in preserving Minnesota's rare natural resources. Sincerely, · '. :" ".:~:'"" ::'.:' Endangered Species Envlr6miiental RevldW ~rd~ator DNR information: 651-296-6157 An Equal Opportunity Employer 1~888-646-6367 · TTY: 651-296-5484 · 1-800-657-3929 Printed on Recycled Paper Containing a Minimum of 10% Post-Consumer Waste CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of: March 22, 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATING CITY MANAGER SECTION: DEPARTMENT: APPROVAL NO: Fire ITEM: Establish Hearing Dates BY: Charlie Thompson B License Revocation, Rental Properties DATE: Mm'ch 17, 2004 DATE: NO: Revocation or suspension ora license to operate a rental propmCy within the City of Colmnbia Heights is requested against the following owners regarding their rental property for failure to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenance Codes. 1. Shadina McClendon ...................................................... 4631-4633 Pierce St. N.E. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Establish a Hem'ing Date of August 23, 2004 for Revocation or Suspension of a License to Operate a Rental Property within the City of Columbia Heights against Shadina McClendon at 4631-4633 Pierce St. N.E. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of: August 9, 2004 AGENDA SECTION: ORIGINATING DEPT.: CITY MANAGER NO: ~-~ -/-~ -~ License Department APPROVAL ITEM: License Agenda BY: Shelley Hanson ~.~.~k3 DATE NO: DATE: August 5, 2004 BY: BACKGROUND/ANALYSIS Attached is the business license agenda for the August 9, 2004 City Council meeting. This agenda consists of applications for Contractor licenses for 2004. At the top of the license agenda you will notice a phrase stating *Signed Waiver Fonr~ Accompanied Application. Tlfis mem~s that the data privacy form has been submitted as required. If not submitted, certain infonr~ation cmmot be released to the public. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to approve the items as listed on the business license agenda for August 9, 2004 as presented. COUNCIL ACTION: TO CITY COUNCIL August 9, 2004 *Signed Waiver Form Accompanied Application 2004 BUSINESS LICENSE AGENDA CONTRACTORS LICENSES BLDG *JayHawk Mechanical *E.S. Plumbing *Frattalone Co h~c *Scenic Sign Corp Lloyds Home Improvements Dorglass h~c. 3301 2nd St No. Mpls 55412 622 SE 9th St, Mpls 55414 3205 Spruce St, Little Canada 55117 PO Box 881, St. Cloud 56302 1012 42 ½ Ave, Columbia Hts 6008 Culligan Way, Mirmetonka $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS FINANCE DEPARTMENT COUNCIL MEETING OF: 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 / 0 ~ 3 ~ ] through [ C) ~ ~ ~ ~ in the amount of $ J) ~ ~/~3 I &c~. S' ! These checks have been examined and found to be legal charges against the CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, and are hereby, recommended for payment. ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 08/05/2004 15 Check History GL540R-V06.60 PAGE 1 08/09/04 COUNCIL LISTING BANK VENDOR CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT BkNK CHECKING ACCOUNT AT & T CONSUMER LEASE BATCHA/SANDY BELLBOY CORPORATION BORNETUN/WENDY BRADLEY REAL ESTATES INC BUNCE/MICHELE BUNKER PARK STABLES CENTER POINT ENERGY CITY OF NEW BRIGHTON CITY OF WHITE BEAR LAKE COLUMBIA HEIGHTS I CREATIVE FORMS & CONCEPT DEBESSAY/TSEGEREDA FIRST STUDENT INC GENUINE PARTS/NAPA AUTO GRANT/TRACEY GREENHALGH/CHERYL GRIGGS-COOPER & CO GUY/MARY HARPER/CINDY JOHNSON BROS. LIQUOR CO. KELLY/MINDY KIWI KAI IMPORTS KORSUNSKY/YA LOFFLER BUSINESS SYSTEMS METROCALL - ATT MESSAGIN MIDWEST ASPPLALT CO. MINNESOTA CROWN DISTRIBU MN DEPART OF ECONOMIC SE MN SECRETARY OF STATE MOELLER/KAREN MOTION TELECOM NEEDHAM DISTRIBUTING CO NORTHEAST STATE BANK PHILLIPS WINE & SPIRITS QWEST COMMUNICATIONS QWEST DEX SCHUMACHER/RANDY SCIENCE MUSEUM OF MINNES STAR TRIBUNE STUTE-LINZMEYER/KELLY THOMPSON/CHAd{LIE U S POSTAL SERVICE VALPAK OF MINNEAPOLIS/ST VOSS LIGHTING WINDSCHITL/KEITH WINE COMPANY/THE 109331 109332 109333 109334 109335 109336 109337 109338 109339 109340 109341 109342 109343 109344 109345 109346 109347 109348 109349 109350 109351 109352 109353 109354 109355 109356 109357 109358 109359 109360 109361 109362 109363 109364 109365 109366 109367 109368 109369 109370 109371 109372 109373 109374 109375 109376 109377 49.17 6.00 2,979.01 6.00 11,337.87 224.75 270.00 1,234.96 2,214.00 175.00 5,534.05 207.86 250.00 846.90 312.02 12.00 6.00 25,684.35 15.92 6.00 5,020.32 15.00 288.00 75.00 361.10 92.06 15,094.90 676.30 3 359.81 11.52 64.99 41.68 576.75 74,205.00 3,095.72 1,010.44 160.50 277.04 75.00 749.00 47.00 70.23 3,600.00 700.00 31.99 24.82 159.70 ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM 08/05/2004 15 Check History 08/09/04 COUNCIL LISTING BANK VENDOR BANK CHECKING ACCOUNT WINE MERCHANTS XCEL ENERGY (N S P) MN SECRETARY OF STATE ANDRES/JEAN ARCTIC GLACIER ASPEN EQUIPMENT ASSOC OF MN EMERGENCY MA BELLBOY BAR SUPPLY BELLBOY CORPORATION BOUNDS/MICHELLE BLrDINGER/AMY CHERNIN/ALEKSANDR CHISAGO LAKES DISTRIBUTI EAST SIDE BEVERAGE CO ESCHELON EXTREME BEVERAGE FARNER-BOCKEN FIRST STUDENT INC G & K SERVICES GENUINE PARTS/NAPA AUTO GILES/MYRNA GRIGGS-COOPER & CO JOHNSON BROS. LIQUOR CO. KUETHER DIST. CO. LA_NDWEHR/KELLY MATTSON/ARLEEN MILLER/STUART MN DEPT OF ADMINISTRATIO PETTY CASH - JOAN-NE BAKE PETTY CASH - KAREN MOELL PITNEY BOWES LOUISVILLE PURTLE/DAVID QWEST COMMUNICATIONS SCHENCK/CHRISTINE SHAFER/TESS SHOLAR/SARA SKAVNAK/LORRAINE SOLTYS/MARY ST ANTHONY BOOSTER CLUB THREE RIVERS UMPIRE ASSO VERIZON WIRELESS XCEL ENERGY (N S P) WELLS FARGO - PAYROLL AC ACE HARDWARE ACS AMERICAN FORESTS AMERIPRIDE CHECK NUMBER 109378 109379 109380 109381 109382 109383 109384 109385 109386 109387 109388 109389 109390 109391 109392 109393 109394 109395 109396 109397 109398 109399 109400 109401 109402 109403 109404 109405 109406 109407 109408 109409 109410 109411 109412 109413 109414 109415 109416 109417 109418 109419 109420 109421 109422 109423 109424 CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS GLS40R-V06.60 PAGE 2 AMOUNT 2,243 34 24,474 71 29 18 39 75 767 27 3,756 26 100 00 82 75 1,140 10 190 67 138.26 125.00 1,646.40 8,623.65 151.99 320.00 9,063.27 458.60 59.32 59.74 5.00 16,582.48 25,812.66 101,215.70 3.00 10.00 34.00 493.52 96.12 197 10 296 00 1,104 00 181 44 8 00 5 00 5 00 34 00 39 00 275 00 700 00 8.75 50.28 259,007.06 34.13 461.93 25.00 69.82 ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM o8/os/2oo4 zs Check History 08/09/04 COUNCIL LISTING B~NK ~-ENDOR BANK CHECKING ACCOUNT ANOKA CTY - CENTRAL COMM APACHE LOCK AND KEY ASPEN MILLS, INC. BEISSWENGER'S HARDWARE BFI/WOODLAKE SANITARY SE BIFF'S,INC. BITUMINOUS ROADWAYS, INC BROCK WHITE CO. CATCO PARTS SERVICE CDW-G CENTER FOR ENERGY/ENVIRO CENTRAL LOCK & SAFE CINTAS FIRST AID-SAFETY CITIZENS LEAGUE COLUMBIA HGTS-FRIDLEY KI COLUMBIA PARK CLINIC COMPUTERIZED FLEET ANALY CONNELLY INDUSTRIAL CONTP~ACTORS & SURVEYORS COORDINATED BUSINESS SYS CROWN TROPHY CUSTOM REMODELERS INC DAHLGREN SHARDLOW & I/BAN DANKA OFFICE IMAGING DAVIES WATER EQUIPMENT C DAY-TIMERS, INC. DEHN OIL DELEGARD TOOL CO. DI~24OND VOGEL PAINTS DOUGS TV & APPLIANCE DOYLE LOCK SUPPLY EMERGENCY AUTOMOTIVE TEC EMP FRATTALONE COMPANIES INC FRIDLEY-COLUMBIA HEIGHTS G & K SERVICES GENUINE PARTS/NAPA AUTO GIS RANGERS GOODIN CO. GRIFFIN PETROLEUM SERVIC HANKS SPECIALTIES HARMON AUTO GLASS HAWKINS & JAHNKE ASSOC HEIGHTS ELECTRIC INC. HEINRICH ENVELOPE CORP HOME DEPOT #2802 HONEYWELL INC CHECK NUMBER 109425 109426 109427 109428 109429 109430 109431 109432 109433 109434 109435 109436 109437 109438 109439 109440 109441 109442 109443 109444 109445 109446 109447 109448 109449 109450 109451 109452 109453 109454 109455 109456 109457 109458 109459 109460 109461 109462 109463 109464 109465 109466 109467 109468 109469 109470 109471 CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS GL540R-V06.60 PAGE 3 AMOUNT 1,112.00 25.00 510.00 3.56 106,758.91 1,183.99 178.88 29.39 40.20 619.57 125.00 13.20 93.01 50.00 551.51 129.00 895.00 536.75 96.11 701.33 93.77 133.81 12,769.70 43.48 494.81 43.64 13,766.69 50.32 141.54 74.26 85.60 1,753.88 164 85 5,700 00 551 50 389 44 191 97 5,689 86 10 99 207 04 39 87 93 81 1,338 00 779 67 309 38 493 67 17,355 50 ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM 08/05/2004 15 Check History 08/09/04 COUNCIL LISTING BANK VENDOR BANK CHECKING ACCOUNT INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DIST INFP~ATECH INTEGRATED LOSS CONTROL IPC PRINTING J H LARSON ELECTRIC COMP KENNEDY & GRAVEN LAKE RESTORATION INC LETTER PERFECT LIFELOC TECHNOLOGIES LOWRY CENTRAL BOWLERS LUBE-TECH M & M HYDRAULIC COMPAiqY MAC QUEEN EQUIPMENT CO. MADDEN & ASSOCIATES/FRAN MENARDS CASHWAY LUMBER-F METRO FIRE METRO WELDING SUPPLY MIDWAY FORD MIDWEST ASPHALT CO. MIDWEST LOCK & SAFE MILOW ELECTRIC INC MINNEAPOLIS SAW CO. MINNESOTA CITY/CNTY MGMT MN DEPT OF ADMINISTR3~TIO MN REC & PK ASSOC MRP MTI DISTRIBUTING MYERS TIRE SUPPLY COMPAN NATIONAL WATERWORKS, INC NEW BRIGHTON FORD NORTHEASTER NORTHERN AIR OFFICE DEPOT ONE-CALL CONCEPT-GOPHER PAM OIL INC PARK SUPPLY INC PC SOLUTIONS PIONEER RIM & WHEEL CO. POOLSIDE RADIO SHACK RAPIT PRINTING - FRIDLEY RESOURCE DOCUMENTS & ADV RETAIL SERVICES RON KASSA CONSTRUCTION RUFFRIDGE-JOHNSON EQUIP. SCHELEN GRAY ELECTRIC SHORT ELLIOT HENDRICKSON STATE TREASURER BLD CHECK NUMBER 109472 109473 109474 109475 109476 109477 109478 109479 109480 109481 109482 109483 109484 109485 109486 109487 109488 109489 109490 109491 109492 109493 109494 109495 109496 109497 109498 109499 109500 109501 109502 109503 109504 109505 109506 109507 109508 109509 109510 109511 109512 109513 109514 109515 109516 109517 109518 CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS GL540R-V06.60 PAGE 4 AMOUNT 300.00 5,649.27 319.00 414.15 866.03 3,219.47 385.00 55.82 108.00 69.76 765.18 24 39 198 88 272 50 240 20 190 20 19 17 767 52 398,285 31 117 24 586 45 36 76 100 00 37 00 84.00 238.55 43.80 157.09 196.10 125.00 1,252.51 625.59 170.20 134.54 43.71 439.83 40.13 42.87 67.05 54.53 521.34 21.29 19,250.80 681.46 191.65 640.20 851.86 ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM 08/05/2004 is Check History 08/09/04 COUNCIL LISTING BANK VENDOR BANK CHECKING ACCOUNT STREICHER'S GUN'S INC/DO SUN PUBLICATION SYSTEMS SUPPLY INC. TBS OFFICE AUTOMATIONS TENNANT COMPANY TOUSLEY FORD TWIN CITY TR3kNSPORT & RE UNITED RENTALS UNITED RENTALS VECTOR INTERNET SERVICES VERIZON WIRELESS VOSS LIGHTING WERNER ELECTRIC SUPPLY C WHEELER CONSOLIDATED WHEELER HARDWARE COMPANY WW GRAINGER, INC ZARNOTH BRUSH WORKS, INC CHECK NUMBER 109519 109520 109521 109522 109523 109524 109525 109526 109527 109528 109529 109530 109531 109532 109533 109534 109535 CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS GL540R-V06.60 PAGE 5 AMOUNT 212 73 1,756 28 143 92 10 00 284 60 129 53 79.88 147.66 11.99 150.00 160.35 220.13 32.31 1,281.75 369.98 73.44 264.12 1,242,129.51 *** ACS FINANCIAL SYSTEM 08/05/2004 15 CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS GL540R-V06.60 PAGE 6 BANK VENDOR REPORT TOTALS: Check History 08/09/04 COUNCIL LISTING CHECK NUMBER AMOUNT 1,242,129.51 RECORDS PRINTED - 001085 ACS FINAi~CIAL SYSTEM 08/05/2004 15:06:05 FUND RECAP: FUND DESCRIPTION ................................ 101 GENERAL 201 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FUND 203 PARKVIEW VILLA NORTH 204 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTH 212 STATE AID MAINTENANCE 213 PARKVIEW VILLA SOUTH 240 LIBR3LRY 250 COL HGHTS AFTER SCHOOL ENRI 261 TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY GRANT 265 CONFISCATED/FORFEITED PROP 276 LOCAL LAW ENFORCE BLK GP~ANT 387 G.O. IMPROVEMENT BOND 1999A 388 G O IMPROVE/REV BONDS 2003A 401 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS 415 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT - PIR 420 CAP IMPROVEMENT-DEVELOPMENT 432 CAP EQUIP REPLACE-SEWER 433 CAP EQUIP REPLACE-WATER 601 WATER UTILITY 602 SEWER UTILITY 603 REFUSE FUND 604 STORM SEWER UTILITY 609 LIQUOR 631 WATER FUND DEBT SERVICE 632 SEWER FLIND DEBT SERVICE 634 STORM SEWER DEBT SERVICE 653 STORM SEWER CONSTRUCT. FUND 701 CENTRAL GAR3kGE 720 DATA PROCESSING 880 PERMIT SURCHARGE 885 ESCROW TOTAL ALL FUNDS Check History DISBURSEMENTS 51,789.37 9,076.07 80.09 125.00 462.55 40.05 2,848.01 91.00 1,824.19 414.15 1,753.88 10,465.00 19,144.00 19,250.80 412,912.74 15,905 95 1,763 50 1,992 76 4,336 36 8,355 82 107,958 91 464 44 233,701 80 28,311 32 523.17 15,761.51 1,424.97 24,969.75 999.43 851.86 264,531.06 1,242,129.51 CITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS GL060S-V06.60 RECAPPAGE GL540R BANK RECAP: BANK NAME ................................ BANK CHECKING ACCOUNT TOTAL ALL BANKS DISBURSEMENTS 1,242,129.51 1,242,129.51 COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of: August 9, 2004 AGENDA SECTION: Other Ordinances and ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER'S Resolutions Commmfity Development APPROVAL NO: 'c .4 ITEM: Ordinance #1473, Being an BY: Ellen Berkelhamer/?~ BY: Ordinance Vacating the Alley Adjacent to 573 DATE: August 3, 2004 40th Avenue NE BACKGROUND: This matter is being brought forwm'd as a housekeeping item per the City Attorney. The alley that runs parallel to 40th Avenue, between 7th Street and Washington Street was vacated several years ago. That alley was purchased by the property owner of 573 40th Avenue NE and is being used as part of the service station business on site. The property owner is now selling the property, and a title search found that neither the County nor the City had an Ordinance on file vacating the alley. Therefore, while the City plat map does indicate that the property has been vacated and no alley actually exists in this location, an Ordinance vacating tile alley should be passed so that the Cotmty may have an official record of the same and to satisfy the title issue. A new vacation of ail existing public right-of-way would require a public heating before the Plalming & Zoning Colrnnission. However, because this alley was previously vacated, the City Attorney has determined that no new public hearing is necessary. What is required as a housekeeping matter is an Ordinance passed by the City Council, with a second reading, and a 30-day waiting period. The first reading was conducted on July 26, 2004. RECOMMENDATION: Staffrecolrnnends approval of Ordinance No. 1473, being an ordinance pertaining to vacation of the alley adjacent to 573 40th Avenue NE. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Motion: Move to waive the reading of Ordinance No. 1473, there being ample copies available to the public. Motion: Move to adopt Ordinance No. 1473, being an ordinance vacating the alley adjacent to 573 40th Avenue NE. Attachments: Ordinance No. 1473. COUNCIL ACTION: ORDINANCE NO. 1473 BEING AN ORDINANCE VACATING THE ALLEY ADJACENT TO 573 40TM AVENUE NE The City of Columbia Heights does ordain: Section 1: The City of Columbia Heights hereby vacates the alley over, across, and under the following described property, to wit: Lots 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 and that part of Lot 20 lying southerly of the north 54.0 feet thereof in block 54, Colmnbia Heights Annex to Minneapolis, Anoka Comity, Mimlesota; excepting and reserving the attthority of any person, corporation or municipality owning or controlling electric or telephone poles and lines, gas and sewer lines, or water pipes, mains and hych'ants, thereon or thereunder, to continue maintaining the same or to enter upon such way or portion thereof vacated to maintain, repair, replace, remove or othervcise attend thereto. Section 2: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after 30 days after its passage. First Reading: July 26, 2004 Second Reading: August 9, 2004 Date of Passage: Offered by: Seconded by: Roll Call: Mayor Julielme Wyckoff Patricia Muscovitz, Deputy City Clerk COLUMBIA HEIGHTS CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of: August 9, 2004 AGENDA SECTION: Public Hearing ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER'S NO: 6-B Con:ununity Development/'h APPROVAL ITEM: Proposed Adoption of a Modification BY: Randy Schumach~,~ BY: to the Downtowaa Central Business DATE: August 5, 2004 /~~~/'~ '~ ~ ~//'/ --/ D istri ct ,~ th eP roposed E stab lis hm entof the Huset Park Area T~ District and the Proposed Adoption of a TIF Plan BACKGROUND: The Columbia Heights City Council has scheduled this Public Hearing to consider the establishlnent of the Huset Park Tax hacrement Financing District and a Tax Increlnent Financing Plan. The TYF District is being created to facilitate the redevelopment of the Columbia Heights hadustrial Park into a mixed-use developlnent consisting of up to 559 units of owner-occupied housing and a neighborhood retail office development of approximately 15,000 square feet. Mark Ruff from Ehlers and Associates, our fiscal consultant, will review the plan and answer may questions relating to the project. However, negotiations on the development agreement have not been completed, therefore, some issues in the financing plan cannot be finalized. Therefore, I would ask the City Conncil not to take any action on the TYF plan tonight, but to contilme the Public Hearing until September 13, 2004. ha addition, representatives from Schafer Richardson will be present to update City Cotmcil on key issues that have taken place in the last 30 days. RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends continue the Public Hearing for the Proposed Adoption of a Modification to the Downtown Central Business District, the Proposed Establishment of the Huset Park Area TIF District, in the Proposed Adoption of the T~ Plan until September 13, 2004 at approximately 7:00 pm. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to contimte the Public Hearing to the City Cotmcil Meeting of September 13, 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 mhd the Proposed Adoption of the TIF Plan. Attacluuents COUNCIL ACTION: h:\Consent 2004~CL Adopt Huset Pk TIF District EHLERS & ASSOCIATES INC Ehlers & Associates, inc. Tax Increment Financing District Overview City of Columbia Heights The Huset Park Area Tax Increment Financing District The following sunzmary contains an overview of the basic elements of the Tax Increment Financing Plan for the Huset Park Area Tax Increment Financing District. More detailed infon2ation on each of these topics can be found in the complete TIF Plan. Proposed action: Elimination of "ICnocked Down" parcels from the Columbia Heights TIF 4 Multi Plan Cargill (MURP) Tax Increment Financing District (County Identifier K2). Establishment of the Huset Park Area Tax Increment Financing District (District) and the adoption of a Tax Increment Financing Plan. (TIF Plan) Modification to the Downtown Central Business District (CBD) Revitalization Plan for the CBD Redevelopment Project. (This modification represents a continuation of the goals and objectives set forth in the Dowmown CBD Revitalization Plan for the CBD Redevelopment Project. Generally, the substantive changes include the establisl2nent of the District.) Type of T~ District: A redevelopment district Parcel Numbers*: 35-30-24-34-0013 35-30-24-34-0014 35-30-24-34-0040 35-30-24-43-0060 35-30-24-43-0047 35-30-24-34-0035 35-30-24-34-0039 35-30-24-34-0024 35-30-24-34-0041 35-30-24-34-0003 35-30-24-34-0004 35-30-24-34-0002 *All parcels are "IGnocked Down" parcels being removed fi'om Columbia Heights TIF 4 Multi Plan Cargill (MURP) TIF District County Identifier K2. TIF District Overview Proposed Development: The TIF District is being created to facilitate the redevelopment of the Columbia Heights Industrial Park into a mixed use development consisting of up to 559 units of owu~er-occupied housing and a neighborhood retail office development in the City of Columbia Heights. In order to establish the District for this project, certain parcels of land must be removed from Columbia Heights TIF District County Identifier K2. The City conducted a public participation plmming process in 2003, led by Hoisington Koegler. The study determined that there was more than adequate demand and public acceptance of higher density owner-occupied housing as a replacement for the former industrial park uses. The redevelopment would only be feasible with public assistance for both the sigmificant environmental costs and high costs of acquisition and demolition. The City also cmrunissioned Pro-Source, an environmental engineering firm, to conduct an assessment of the cost of remediation of polluted soils, buildings, and groundwater. The estimate from Pro Source is $4,652,000. The City applied and received a grant of $1,300,000 in 2004 from the Metropolitan Council and the State of Minnesota for the pollution clean-up associated with the first phase of development. The estimated cost of environmental remediation for the first phase is $1,900,000. The developer of the project is expected to be Schafer-Richardson, which currently owns one of the large commercial buildings on site. Schafer- Richardson is experienced in the construction of condominium buildings in the Minneapolis area. Portion of the project may be sold to a townhome developer and senior housing developer. Maximuln duration: The duration of the District will be 25 years from the date of receipt of the first increment (26 years of increment). The date of receipt of the first tax increment is expected to be 2006. Thus, it is estimated that the District, including any modifications of the TIF Plan for subsequent phases or other changes, would terminate after 2031, or when the TIF Plan is satisfied Estimated mmual tax increment: Up to $1,679,370 Proposed uses: The TIF Plan contains the following budget: Land/Building Acquisition ................................................. $5,400,000 Site Improvements/Preparation/Enviromr~ental .................. $6,000,000 Public Utilities .................................................................... $1,000,000 Streets and Sidewalks ......................................................... $1,000,000 Interest .............................................................................. $19,500,000 Administrative Costs (up to 10%) ...................................... $3,600,000 PROJECT COSTS TOTAL ........................................... $36;500..000 See Subsection 2-10, page 2-6 of the TIF Plan for the full budget authorization. Additional uses of funds are authorized which include inter- fund loans and transfers and bonded indebtedness. Form of financing: The project will be financed primarily through a pay-as-you-go note where the developer will up-front the costs and be reimbursed over time. Page 2 EHLERS TIF District Overview Fiscal Disparities The EDA will choose to calculate fiscal disparities by clause a (outside the Election: District). Administrative fee: Up to 10% of annual increment, if costs are justified. Interfund Loan If the City wants to pay for administrative expenditures from a tax increment Requirement: fund, it is recommended that a resolution authorizing a loan from another fund be passed PRIOR to the issuance of the check. 3 Year Activity Rule (~469. ] 76 Subd. la) At least one of the following activities must take place in the District within 3 years from the date of certification: · Bonds have been issued · The authority has acquired property within the district · The authority has constructed or caused to be constructed public improvements within the district · The estimated date whereby this activity must take place is July 2007. 4 Year Activity Rule (3~ 469. ] 76 Sztbd 6) After four years from the date of certification of the District one of the following activities must have been commenced on each parcel in the District: · Demolition · Rehabilitation · Renovation · Other site preparation (not including utility services such as sewer and water) · If the activity has not been started by approximately July 2008, no additional tax increment may be taken from that parcel until the commencement of a qualifying activity. 5 Year Rule (3~ 469. ] 763 S~tbd 3) Within 5 years of certification revenues derived from tax increments must be expended or obligated to be expended. Tax increments are considered to have been expended on an activity within the District if one of the following occurs: · The revenues are actually paid to a third party with respect to the activity · Bonds, the proceeds of which must be used to finance the activity, are issued and sold to a third party, the revenues are spent to repay the bonds, and the proceeds of the bonds either are reasonably expected to be spent before the end of the later of (i) the five year period, or (ii) a reasonable temporary period within the meaning of the use of that term under §. 148(c)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code, or are deposited in a reasonably required reserve or replacement fund · Binding contracts with a third party are entered into for perforrnance of the activity and the revenues are spent under the contractual obligation · Costs with respect to the activity are paid and the revenues are spent to reimburse for payment of the costs, including interest on unreimbursed costs. · Any obligations in the Tax Increment Financing District made after approximately July 2009, will not be eligible for repayment from tax increments. The reasons and facts supporting the findings for the adoption of the Tax Increment Financing Plan for the Huset Park Area Tax Increment Financing District, as required pursuant to M.S., Section 469.175, &tbd. 3, are included in Exhibit A of the resolution. Page 3 EHLERS TIF District Overview BOUNDARY MAP OF THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AND THE HUSET PARK AREA TAX INCREMENT FINANCING DISTRICT Page 4 EHLERS Huset Park Area Tax Increment Financing District Central Business District Redevelopment Project City of Columbia Heights Anoka County, Minnesota Legend ~ Central Business District Redevelopment Project Huset Park Area The boundaries ofthe Central Business District Redevelopment Project are coterminous with the corporate limits of the City of Columbia Heights. 38th Ave. NE 37th Ave. NE 38th Ave. NE TIF Plan Boundaries Industrial Park Redevelopment Area Oolum bia H eights, Minnesota N 300 0 300 Feet /~. COLUMBIA HEIGHTS INDUSTRIAL PARK (CHIP) REDEVELOPMENT Preliminary Schedule June 21 June 22 Public Input Planning Commission June 28 June 29 July 7 July 8 :July 29 Auqust4 City Council Joint worksession Call for TI F Hearing Staff/Consultants Land Acquisition 7/27/2004 Prepared by Ehlers Associates Page 1 COLUMBIA HE Preliminary Sche~ Public Input Planning Commission Au,qust 9 Au,qust 16 Au,qust 30 Sept. 7 Sept. 13 Sept. 27 Oct. 5 Oct. 25 EDA City Council Public hearing on TIF Joint worksession Staff/Consultants TIF Plan & Dev. Agrmt Approval Comp plan and Zoning approval 2nd reading Publish for of Zoning Amend zoning ordinace Approval on Prelim. Plat Land Acquisition 7/27/2004 Prepared by Ehlers Associates Page 2 CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of August 9, 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: Fire APPROVAL NO: ITEM: Close Hearing BY: Charlie Thompson Rental License Revocation ' DATE: August 2, 2004 DATE: NO: The matter of the revocation of the license to operate a rental trait(s) within the City of Columbia Heights against Paul Fry regarding rental propm~ty at 4101 5th 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 August 9, 2004. The public hearing on this propmty may now be closed in that the property has been sold and is no longer rental prope~ty. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Paul Fry Regarding Rental Property at 4101 5th Street N.E. in that the Property has been Sold and is no Longer Rental Property. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of August 9, 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: {t-~ ~-7~ Fire APPROVAL NO: ITEM: Close Hearing BY: Charlie Tholnpson By.~. ~.~/..~/ Rental License Revocation DATE: August 2, 2004 DATE: NO: The matter of the revocation of the license to operate a rental unit(s) within the City of Columbia Heights against John Gondek regarding rental property at 344 40th 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 August 9, 2004. The public hearing on this property may now be closed in that the violations on the property have been con'ected. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by John Gondek Regarding Rental Property at 344 40th Avenue N.E. in that the Violations on the Property have been Corrected. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of August 9, 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATiNG DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: / (,_9 ¢ Fire APPROVAL NO: ITEM: Close Hearing By: Charlie Thompson By: ,/,///~~ Rental License Revocation DATE: August 2, 2004 DATE: NO: The matter of the revocation o£the license to operate a rental trait(s) within the City of Columbia Heights against Jaqueline Williams regarding rental property at 4410 Central Avenue N.E. for failm'e to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenance Codes was previously scheduled to commence at the City Council meeting of August 9, 2004. The public hearing on this property may now be closed in that the property has been vacated and is no longer rental property. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Jaqueline Williams Regarding Rental Propmly at 4410 Central Avenue N.E. in that the Prope~ty has been Vacated and is no Longer Rental Property. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of August 9, 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: (,9 ~ Fire APPROVAL NO: ITEM: Close Hearing BY: Charlie Thompson BY.'~~--'~.~,~ ~ Rental License Revocation DATE: August 2, 2004 DATE: NO: The matter of the revocation of the license to operate a rental unit(s) within the City of Columbia Heights against Douglas Evans regarding rental property at 4154-56 2nd Street N.E. for failure to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenm~ce Codes was previously scheduled to commence at the City Council meeting of August 9, 2004. The public hearing on this property may now be closed in that the violations on the property have been corrected. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Douglas Evans Regarding Rental Property at 4154-56 2nd Street N.E. in that the Violations on the Propm~y have been Corrected. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of August 9, 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: (/c9 ~'~ Fire APPROVAL NO: ITEM: Close Hearing BY: Charlie Thompson BY: ,~z///~,~.~'~ Rental License Revocation DATE: August 2, 2004 DATE: NO: The matter of the revocation of the license to operate a rental unit(s) within the City of Columbia Heights against Timothy Quass regarding rental propel~y at 3727 Reservoir Blvd. N.E. for failure to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenance Codes was previously scheduled to commence at the City Council meeting of August 9, 2004. The public hearing on this property may now be closed in that the violations on the propen':y have been corrected. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Timothy Quass Regarding Rental Propen~y at 3727 Reservoir Blvd. N.E. in that the Violations on the Propm~ty have been corrected. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of August 9, 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: ~ i,~N Fire APPROVAL NO: ITEM: Close Hearing BY: Charlie Thompson B_Y.'/~~~/; '~,~ Rental License Revocation DATE: August 2, 2004 DATE: NO: The matter of the revocation of the license to operate a rental unit(s) within the City of Colmnbia Heights against Bradely Hoag regarding rental propen~y at 3861 Edgemoor Place N.E. for failure to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenance Codes was previously scheduled to commence at the City Council meeting of August 9, 2004. The public hearing on this property may now be closed in that the violations on the propel~y have been corrected. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Bradley Hoag Regm'ding Rental Property at 3861 Edgemoor Place N.E. in that the Violations on the Propelty have been Corrected. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of August 9~ 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: ~ ~ Fire APPROVAL NO: ITEM: Close Hearing BY: Charlie Thompson B Rental License Revocation DATE: August 2, 2004 DATE: NO: The matter of the revocation of the license to operate a rental unit(s) within the City of Columbia Heights against Mohsen Dessouki regarding rental property at 4610-12 Fillmore 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 August 9, 2004. The public hearing on this properly may now be closed in that the violations on the propmty have been corrected. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Mohsen Dessouki Regarding Rental Properly at 4610-4612 Fillmore Street N.E. in that the Violations on the Prope~y have been Con'ected. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of August 9, 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: ~t-;T Fire APPROVAL NO: ITEM: Close Hearing BY: C harlie Thompson B Rental License Revocation DATE: August 2, 2004 DATE: NO' The matter of the revocation of the license to operate a rental unit(s) within the City of Columbia Heights against Michael Johnson regarding rental property at 4919-21 Jackson Street N.E. for failure to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenmace Codes was previously scheduled to commence at the City Com~cil meeting of August 9, 2004. The public hearing on this propemj may now be closed in that the property has been sold and is no longer rental property. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Michael Johnson Regarding Rental Propel~y at 4919-21 Jackson Street N.E. in that the Property has been Sold and is no Longer Rental Propen'y. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of August 9, 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: /~,/~ Fire APPROVAL NO: ITEM: Close Hearing BY: Charlie Thompson BY.'/.~/~~~ Rental License Revocation DATE: August 2, 2004 DATE: NO: The matter of the revocation of the license to operate a rental unit(s) within the City of Columbia Heights against Richard Meissner regarding rental property at 4643 Pierce Street N.E. for failure to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenm~ce Codes was previously scheduled to con, hence at the City Council meeting of August 9, 2004. The public hearing on this property may now be closed in that the violations on the propm~ty have been con'ected. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Richard Meissner Regarding Rental Property at 4643 Pierce Street N.E. in that the Violations on the Propm~cy have been Corrected. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of August 9, 2004 AGENDA ORIGiNATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: /,-?L Fire APPROVAL NO: ITEM: Close Hearing BY: Charlie Thompson Rental License Revocation DATE: August 4, 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 4606-08 4th Street N.E. for failure to meet the requirements o£the Residential Maintenance Codes was previously scheduled to commence at the City Council meeting of August 9, 2004. The public hearing on this propen~y may now be closed in that the violations on the property have been corrected. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Larry Wakeman Regarding Rental Propel~-y at 4606-08 4th Street N.E. in that the Violations on the Property have been Corrected. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of August 9, 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: /mfV~ Fire APPROVAL NO: Hearing BY: Charlie Thompson BY: ~/,~, ~,~/~~ ITEM: Close Rental License Revocation DATE: August 2, 2004 DATE: NO: The matter of the revocation of the license to operate a rental unit(s) within the City of Columbia Heights against Donald Woods regarding rental propelxT at 4901 5th Street N.E. for failure to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenm~ce Codes was previously scheduled to con, hence at the City Council meeting of August 9, 2004. The public hearing on this property may now be closed in that the violations on the propel~ty have been corrected. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Donald Woods Regarding Rental Propel~y at 4901 5th Street N.E. in that the Violations on the Propel~ty have been Corrected. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting o£August 9, 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATiNG DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: _~ Fire APPROVAL NO: ~ //Q ITEM: Close Hearing By: Char lie Thompson BY: ~'~ ~z~~~~_~ Rental License Revocation DATE: August 2, 2004 DATE: NO: The matter of the revocation of the license to operate a rental Ulfit(s) within the City of Columbia Heights against Bette Harlan regarding rental property at 5252 -54 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 August 9, 2004. The public hearing on this propen~y may now be closed in that the violations on the property have been corrected. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Bette Harlan Regarding Rental Propel~:y at 5252-54 Washington Street N.E. in that the Violations on the Property have been Con'ected. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of August 9, 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: (~ O Fire APPROVAL NO: I TE M: Close Hearing BY: C harlie Thompson B Y~~,~--/¢~/ Rental License Revocation DATE: August 2, 2004 DATE: NO: The matter of the revocation of the license to operate a rental trait(s) within the City of Columbia Heights against Ed Matthes regarding rental property at 5229-31 7th Street N.E. for failure to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenm~ce Codes was previously scheduled to cormnence at the City Cormcil meeting of August 9, 2004. The public hearing on this property may now be closed in that the violations on the property have been corrected. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Ed Matthes Regarding Rental Property at 5229-31 7th Street N.E. in that the Violations on the Property have been Corrected. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of August 9, 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: /,,~ -~ Fire APPROVAL w-- NO: ITEM: Close Hearing BY: Charlie Thompson BY: Rental License Revocation DATE: August 2, 2004 DATE: NO: The matter of the revocation of the license to operate a rental unit(s) within the City of Columbia Heights against Jennifer Gorka regarding rental propelly at 1230-32 Circle Terrace Blvd N.E. for failure to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenm~ce Codes was previously scheduled to colrnnence at the City Council meeting of August 9, 2004. The public hearing on this propm~y may now be closed in that the property has been sold mad will be licensed by a new owner. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Jennifer Gorka Regarding Rental Property at 1230-32 Circle Terrace Blvd N.E. in that the Propel~ty has been Sold and will be Licensed by a New Owner. COUNCIL ACTION: CITY COUNCIL LETTER Meeting of August 9~ 2004 AGENDA ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT: CITY MANAGER SECTION: ] t,~.~ Fire APPROVAL NO: ITEM: Close Hearing BY: Charlie Thompson BY: Rental License Revocation DATE: August 2, 2004 DATE: NO: The matter of the revocation of the license to operate a rental unit(s) within the City of Columbia Heights against Judith Germain regarding rental property at 1355-57 Circle Terrace Blvd. N.E. for failure to meet the requirements of the Residential Maintenance Codes was previously scheduled to commence at the City Council meeting of August 9, 2004. The public hearing on this property lllay now be closed in that the violations on the property have been COlTected. RECOMMENDED MOTION: Move to Close the Public Hearing Regarding the Revocation or Suspension of the Rental License Held by Judith Germain Regarding Rental Property at 1355-57 Circle Terrace Blvd. N.E. in that the Violations on the Propen~y have been Corrected. COUNCIL ACTION: